From the Principal's Desk

Heavenly Father,

I offer you the day ahead of me: all of my hopes, fears, conversations, struggles, and blessings.

Give me the grace to say yes to you in the big things and in the small things of the day. Open my eyes to see the needs of the people around me, the people in my family, in my work, and in every small interaction. And give me the wisdom to seek you in every small moment of this day.

Amen.

Assessment assists the Learning Journey

At Resurrection School, assessment is a continuous and rigorous practice centred on teaching and learning. Teachers work together to undertake assessment with clarity, care and consistency so as to know their students deeply, helps themselves and leaders to prioritise with precision and support students to flourish with purpose.

At its core, assessment is the process of gathering and interpreting evidence to draw conclusions about student learning in order to inform decision-making (Wiliam, 2011). Through high-quality assessment, teachers and leaders develop a shared and accurate understanding of what students know, understand, and can do, and use this evidence to determine purposeful next steps in instruction.

Across short, medium and long assessment cycles, assessment in our school is intentionally focused on strengthening instructional impact, guiding responsive teaching, and ensuring every student is appropriately challenged and supported over time.

At our school, student learning assessments play an important role in supporting every child’s growth and success. Assessments are not just about tests or grades—they are valuable tools that help teachers understand how students are progressing in their learning.

Assessments allow teachers to identify each student’s strengths as well as areas where additional support may be needed. By regularly checking students’ understanding, teachers can adjust their lessons to better meet the needs of the class and provide targeted support where it matters most.

For students, assessments can also be empowering. They provide opportunities for students to reflect on their own learning, set goals, and celebrate their achievements. When students understand what they are learning and why it matters, they become more confident and engaged learners.

Parents and carers also benefit from assessments, as they offer clear insights into a child’s progress. Reports, feedback, and teacher conversations help families understand how their child is developing academically and socially and how they can support learning at home.

At the heart of effective assessment is the goal of improving learning. By gathering meaningful information about student progress, we can ensure that teaching is responsive, learning is supported, and every student is given the opportunity to succeed.

Together, through strong partnerships between teachers, students, and families, assessments help guide each child on their learning journey. The Learning in Partnership meetings last week, and Parent Support Group meetings, provided opportunities for collaborative discussions between students, families and teachers about progress and growth as well as goal-setting for each student.

Jane Dunstone

PRINCIPAL