Grade 5

The Grade 5 cohort have been working solidly and we have been pleased with the growth that they are making in all areas of the curriculum. 

It has been great that so many of the Grade 5 students have put their hands up for Leadership roles for next year.  

This week Mr Bennetts will be speaking to the Grade 5 students about the electives that will be available in 2025. Lots to look forward to!

LITERACY:

Reading: In reading, students are diving into picture storybooks, where they’ll be analysing text and illustrations critically to uncover deeper meanings. This will help them prepare to create meaningful and engaging stories for their future buddies.

Writing: In writing, students are focusing on the art of storytelling, with special attention to crafting picture books. They’re learning how to structure narratives and use visual storytelling techniques to communicate effectively with younger readers.

Speaking and Listening: In Speaking & Listening, students will apply their skills to confidently present their Shark Tank ideas to a panel of judges. They’ll practice promoting and discussing the unique features of their designs to an audience of students, teachers, and families as part of our whole-school expo.

NUMERACY:

This term, our maths lessons explore chance, probability, and financial literacy, including practical applications of money. Students will be working on real-world scenarios, using these concepts to better understand financial decision-making and everyday transactions.

INQUIRY:

Inquiry: For our inquiry project, students are preparing for an exciting "Shark Tank"-style expo. They’ll be using advertising and marketing techniques to develop, brand, and pitch their unique product ideas to an audience.

Reminders and Dates for Grade 5 Students

We’re all looking forward to our Cave Hill Camp next week! To help make camp a positive experience for everyone, we’ll be using a points system to recognise and reward excellent behaviour. Students earn points for showing kindness, respect, and cooperation, and reaching 10 points will be celebrated with an hour of free time! 

While we don’t anticipate any issues, we’ll also be addressing any misbehaviour with fair and consistent consequences to ensure a supportive environment for all. Should any student reach 5 crosses for repeated behaviour impacting others, we’ll notify parents, with the possibility of an early pickup from camp. Thank you for helping us encourage a positive camp experience!

 We aim to keep the focus on positive contributions to our camp community, and we appreciate everyone’s commitment to supporting a fun and enjoyable environment for all.

Check out photos from our Tomato Project which has seen our Grade 5 students growing their own tomatoes. 

Physical Education: 

During the second half of Term 4 students continue to build cardiovascular fitness, balance and coordination, whilst also further developing cooperative and team work skills, through Jump Rope.

Students will also have an opportunity to link movement sequences though dance (Folk), and work on forehand striking through Tennis and Badminton.

Art:

In the last half of the term, Visual Arts students will dive into a "choice-based" learning approach, focused on Teaching for Artistic Behavior (TAB). This method empowers students to choose their own artistic paths, exploring what interests them most. Art stations include clay sculpting, drawing, painting, collage, and construction. Each station allows students to experiment, build skills, and express creativity. We’re excited to see the unique and personal art each student will create!

STEM:

Students are continuing to prepare for their new prep buddies arrival by designing and creating their own ‘buddy bag’. Students will also be creating a simple life cycle game for their new prep student. We are also preparing for the arrival of the buddies on the 10th of December where Grade Five students will be planting a sunflower seedling with their new prep student out in the edible garden.

Global Studies

In Term 4, students are exploring First Nations culture and language, with a particular focus on Wadawurrung perspectives. Students will be examining Wadawurrung connections to the land and enduring place names, such as “Barwon,” traditionally known as “Parwan,” and “Connewarre,” known as “Kunuwarra,” meaning black swan. They will engage with Wadawurrung language and discover “The Dreaming” and the deep cultural and spiritual significance of the land and environment for First Nations people. Students will also gain insights into First Nations perspectives through storytelling, art, tools, and astronomy.