Year 5/6 Team News

Hello Year 5/6 families, 

With camp and the extra long weekend out of the way, we are entering the final month of the school year! This means that many assessments, projects and events are taking place. 

We have begun the transition process with our 2027 5/6 cohort meeting for the first time today to discuss the leadership opportunities and expectations of 5/6. Students listened to what the roles and responsibilities our senior JSC have, and were given details about how to apply for 2027 positions. 

Next week on Thursday, all of our Grade 6 cohort who are attending Williamstown High School in 2027 are off for a personalised visit to the school for 2 hours. During this visit they will be taken on a tour, visit the library, experience some classes and hear from ex-Willy Kids about how they have found the experience moving from primary to secondary school. Steven Puhar will be providing families with details about the local excursion. If your Grade 6 student is not attending Williamstown High School in 2027, they will remain at school with the year 5 cohort with a regular timetable. 

What's Coming up in the Classroom in Term 4:

Reading: In Weeks7 and 8, students will explore texts by Shaun Tan, discussing connections and themes within the texts. They will continue to write responses using the RACE response format. 

Writing: In Weeks 7 and 8, students will be completing various pieces using scaffolded ideas. These will include an information report, a narrative, and a persuasive text. They will have opportunities for conferencing and publishing of these pieces. 

Numeracy: In Weeks 7 and 8, students will be undertaking revision of fractions, decimals and percentages. This is based on assessment already completed. They will also complete tessellation designs that will feature on cards and wrapping paper for the Grade 2 Wishing Tree Stall. 

Inquiry: In Weeks 7 & 8, students will be completing their final testing of their group's vessels to complete all 4 stages of the design brief. They will be collating their design process using photo and video evidence and look to fulfil any extension criteria. So far, many groups have completed 3/4 of the brief!

Willy Kids/Respectful Relationships: Term 4 Pillar- Responsibility

In Weeks 7 & 8, we continue our Health Education program with the help of facilitators from Sex Education Australia. 

Important Dates for Term 4: 

- Week 7- Thursday- WPS Grade 6 visit to WHS @ 11:30 (more details on Compass)

- Week 7 & 8- Tuesday- Health Education

- Week 8- Friday- Roadies auditions

- Week 8- Friday Recess- final time to sign up for JSC 2027

- Week 9- Monday 9:30am- Grade 4/5 JSC Speeches & voting, Grade 6 Graduation rehearsals. 

Have a lovely fortnight all. 

Warm regards,

The Grade 5/6 Team - Christina Crosland (5/6C), Molly Hedditch (5/6H), Melati Cordell & Laura Bartholomeusz (5/6M), Matt Eason-Jones (5/6E) & Edan Baccega (5/6B)