Spotlight on Learning

Dear Families,

This week, Year 2 students continued to engage enthusiastically in their learning across the curriculum. In Religious Education, students explored the Mysteries of the Rosary and created their own Rosary keychains while reflecting on how prayer helps people connect with God. In English, students strengthened their understanding of informative texts through their learning about the Curiosity Mars Rover, while continuing to build their editing skills using CUPS. In Mathematics, students investigated mass by comparing, measuring and ordering objects using informal units and balance scales. Students also deepened their understanding of seasons and Aboriginal perspectives of seasonal change, while continuing to develop confidence using Auslan signs and short phrases. It has been wonderful to see students showing curiosity, resilience and growing independence in their learning.

Learning for the Week Ahead

Religious Education:

Students will learn about St Thomas the Apostle and explore his role as one of Jesus’ followers. They will discuss his journey of faith, learn about his life and teachings, and reflect on how asking questions can help us grow in our understanding of God.

English:

Students will continue exploring informative texts through their learning about space exploration and the Curiosity Mars Rover. They will identify text features such as topic sentences, diagrams and supporting details, while planning, drafting, editing and publishing an informative factual recount.

Mathematics:

Students will continue learning about measurement by exploring capacity and length. They will use informal units to measure, compare and order containers and objects while developing their reasoning and mathematical vocabulary.

Integrated Curriculum:

Students will continue learning about Australia by exploring the states and territories, including Queensland, Tasmania, New South Wales, Western Australia and South Australia. They will investigate natural features, weather patterns and places of interest while sharing which states they would like to visit and why.

Auslan:

Students will continue building their Auslan communication skills by learning how Students will continue developing their Auslan communication skills by creating and responding to short signed phrases. They will also complete their Unit 3 and 4 assessment, demonstrating their understanding of eye contact, pointing, signing and visual communication.

Social & Emotional Learning:

Students will learn about problem-solving and explore strategies for managing everyday challenges. They will discuss the difference between small and big problems, consider possible solutions and reflect on the outcomes of different choices.

What you can do at home

• Read together each night and discuss whether the text is written to entertain, inform or persuade. Ask your child to explain how they know.

   

• Practise maths in everyday life by encourage your child to measure and compare objects around the home using informal units such as blocks, hand spans or cups. Ask them to explain their thinking.

   

• Talk and share signs together by asking your child to teach you an Auslan sign or facial expression they have learned at school. Practising together helps build confidence and communication skills.

Important Reminders

• Please ensure that you are labelling your child's belongings.

• Please remind your child to change their reading books when they need to. 

Enjoy your weekend,

The Damascus Team

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