Connections Centre
Specialist Feature News - Indonesian
Selamat Siang semuanya,
Here’s a quick look at what students across the school have been up to in their Indonesian lessons recently. There’s been plenty of singing, creating, and cultural exploration happening in every year level!
Foundations
Our Foundation students have been expanding their vocabulary through song - including the catchy Topi Saya Bundar (My Hat is Round). We even made our own special topi hats! This week, students learnt to count from 1 to 5 in Indonesian - satu, dua, tiga, empat, lima -and practised saying how old they are in Bahasa Indonesia.
Years 1/2
The 1/2s have begun their new unit on Indonesian transport. We compared and contrasted transport in Indonesia and Australia, as well as other ways we’ve travelled around the world. This week we explored the becak, angkot, and bajaj, and the students had fun creating their very own becak models!
Years 3/4
Our 3/4 students are putting the finishing touches on their pen pal letters, which we’ll be sending to our sister school in Java! They look fantastic — keep an eye on Seesaw to see the final results.
Years 5/6
The 5/6s are continuing their unit on exotic Indonesian fruits. This week they practised bargaining in Bahasa Indonesia, and next week we’ll be making a delicious traditional drink — cendol! We can’t wait!
Terima kasih (Thank you) for your ongoing support!
Warm regards,
Bu Yana
We are so proud of our senior students who represented our school at division cross country this week. A special mention for Jonas who came 2nd place in his age divison and is progressing to regionals. Great job everyone!
Terima kasih!
Bu Yana - Indonesian Sam - Visual Art
Sarah - Performing Arts Steph & Jess - Science
Eryn - Physical Education
Reminders:
Students to bring a labelled bottle, especially for P.E days!
Upcoming Sports Events:
Monday 26th May - Qualified Students Division Cross Country
Friday 13th June - Y4 Gala Day (Various Locations)
Monday 23rd June - Y5/6 Gala Day (Various Locations)
Thursday 3rd July - Senior Athletics Day (Bill Stewart Athletics Track)
Indonesian Sister School Update:
We’re excited to share that 3/4 students are writing pen pal letters as part of their Indonesian language practice! This is a fun and engaging way to build their skills and connect with other learners at our Sister School in Java.
If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out — but there’s no need to take any action. We’re looking forward to a great learning experience! Terima Kasih - Bu Yana
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Specialist Awards:
SCIENCE
Junior - Miller H (1/2CS)
For sharing your wonderful ideas about rainbows and moonbows in Science this week. Your rainbow experiment was outstanding!
Senior - Williza (5/6S)
For your incredible 3D clay model of the earth’s core. You accurately demonstrated all of the layers and even created a key for further information. Congratulations!
INDONESIAN
Junior - Lachie C (1/2G) For demonstrating creativity and kindness when making your Indonesian becak and helping peers. Terima Kasih!
Senior - Billie L (3/4J) For demonstrating creativity when sharing your penpal letter! Bagus sekali!
VISUAL ARTS
Junior - Leo H (1/2CS) For demonstrating creativity and perseverance when creating multiple paper collage artworks of different fruit and vegetables. Amazing work Leo!
Senior - Williza T (5/6S) For demonstrating patience and a love of learning whilst adding the next layer of paper mache to your mushroom. I am looking forward to seeing the final artwork!
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Junior - Arylin Z (FA)
For demonstrating a love of learning and showing great team work skills during sport.
Senior - Jonas T (5/6C)
For demonstrating great athleticism and representing our school with pride when coming 2nd overall at Division cross country. Good luck at regionals, Jonas! We are rooting for you!
PERFORMING ARTS
Junior - Hailey K (1/2E)
For demonstrating teamwork and kindness when working with and supporting her peers.
Senior - Deon M (3/4SF)
For demonstrating a love of learning and team work when working with his peers to develop a mime.