Student Awards

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Aryan

This award goes to you for your motivation during Writing lessons! It is wonderful to hear you sounding out words with confidence, and using the bump it up wall to grow your writing. Keep up this brilliant effort, well done for setting a great example to your peers!

Nahuel

For being a resilient learner who is trying hard each day to become part of the SMDP community. He is learning to follow the Ways of Working (WoWs), doing his best, and giving a little extra. He is asking peers to play, taking turns, and showing growing confidence in building friendships and following school routines.  Well done Nahuel.

1C

Nisha

For showing a deep sense of curiosity by asking thoughtful and meaningful questions during our inquiry wondering lesson. Your questions sparked discussion, encouraged deeper thinking, and showed a true love of learning! You collaborated well with your table group and completed the task successfully! Well done Nisha

1O

Aadya N

For consistently showing resilience in your learning. You tackle challenges with a positive attitude and a wonderful willingness to try, even when something feels challenging at first. You also have a thoughtful eye for noticing when a friend needs help and are always ready to lend a hand. Your kindness and teamwork make you a truly valued member of our class. You are a superstar, Aadya! 

2M

Dhruv

For being a motivated learner. You approach challenges with determination and do not give up, even when things feel tricky. This week, you wrote an interesting plan for a persuasive writing piece about why we need doctors, demonstrating curiosity and care for your community. Dhruv, you are a great example of a kind and motivated learner in Year Two — keep it up!

2A

Leon

For being a motivated learner in Maths. You have been passionate and excited by the challenge of Numbots and have exceeded expectations by extending your learning at home and smashing your goals. You have also communicated your love of learning with us and I have enjoyed our many many discussions about your achievements. Keep it up Leon! 

3/4LM

Ivy 

For being a reflective learner who is constantly reflecting on her learning and the ways it can be improved! Every time we begin a new maths topic Ivy sets herself a goal and works on it with positivity and persistence. Seeing her beam with pride when she achieves her goals is inspiring to all learners. Ivy, you are an absolute gem!

Niven

For being a reflective learner this week. You created a detailed and informative learning slideshow to share with your family. You thoughtfully reflected on your achievements and identified clear goals, along with the steps you will take to reach them. You further demonstrated your reflective skills when editing your slides. You then considerately shared your finished slides with the class to help others. Keep driving your learning, Niven!

Hartlyn

For being a curious learner while reading. You have thoughtfully explored illustrations and used your imagination to make inferences beyond what you see. Your ability to create rich and detailed stories from pictures shows a deep level of thinking. Keep asking questions and thinking beyond the illustrations of a story. Well done, Hartlyn. 

Ben

For being a motivated learner!  You have made an amazing transition to our school and have proved yourself to be such a hard worker!  You never give up and are always looking for ways to improve your learning.  You are great at working with others and have settled into life here at SMDP extremely well.  Congratulations on a fantastic Semester 1 Ben!

Tracy

For being a motivated learner. This year, you have demonstrated that you have all the skills and determination to drive your learning. This is evident in your writing, which now includes details to draw your reader in and a variety of writing techniques to create interest in your stories. Keep taking this ownership of your learning, Tracy! It has been wonderful watching your investment in your learning grow throughout the year.

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Alyssa

This award goes to you for your resilience! It's amazing to see how you face tricky tasks with such a can-do attitude and a wonderful desire to just give it a go, even when it feels hard. You also have such a caring nature, always spotting when a friend might need support and stepping in to assist. Your warmth and collaborative spirit make our classroom a better place every day. Well done!

Thomas

Congratulations, Thomas, you have  demonstrated incredible resilience in Term 3! Your dedication to tackling all learning, even when it felt hard, has been exceptional. We've seen you expertly employ strategies to return to your 'green zone' and persist with your work, again and again, until you succeed. Well done, you are achieving great things!

1C

Jordan 

For showing impressive reflection and responsibility in his writing. He has been working hard towards his personal goal by carefully writing on the dotted thirds and making a great effort to include full stops at the end of his sentences. His dedication and willingness to improve are truly commendable. Keep up the fantastic work, Jordan

1O

Hudson

For consistently showing the qualities of an excellent collaborator.  I love the way you interact so positively with your peers during all learning tasks. You listen attentively, share your ideas respectfully, and show that you value others’ contributions by offering kind words and encouragement. Your positive attitude and willingness to take on feedback show a real commitment to learning and growing. You help make 1O a happy, supportive, and fun place to learn.  Well done, Hudson!  

2M

Sia

For being a motivated learner, you have shown a wonderful attitude towards your learning this week. You arrived at school with a big smile and you have been ready to learn, sitting on the carpet, eager to start each lesson. During our recent grammar lesson, you included adverbs in your sentences. Your positive mindset and dedication to improving your writing make you a shining example of a motivated learner. Well done Sia!

2A

For being  a motivated learner and starting this term off with a bang! He is ready to learn in each session himself for success. He is engaged in learning discussions and shares his thoughts and knowledge respectfully with the class. Well done Rithvik, you should be so proud of yourself! 

3/4LM

For being a curious and inquisitive learner. Madison was eager to engage and learn more about conservation and animal life during our excursion to Sea Life Melbourne. She had many questions and make new observations. It was refreshing to see the excitement and enthusiasm that Madie exhibited during the excursion. Keep up the wandering and exploring Madison!

For being a curious and resilient learner during our visit to the Melbourne Aquarium. You asked thoughtful questions and made meaningful connections to what you already knew. When plans changed, you showed a positive attitude and flexibility, helping to make the day enjoyable for everyone. It was wonderful to celebrate your birthday with you in such a special way. Well done, Mehar! 

For being a curious learner during our visit to the Melbourne Aquarium. Your thoughtful questions and enthusiastic participation stood out as you eagerly explored and engaged with the exhibits. You shared your own knowledge by answering questions. Your curiosity helped deepen everyone’s learning. Well done, Sajid!

For being a reflective learner.  You consider others and listen to different ideas.  You ask questions to clarify your understanding and see mistakes as opportunities. You are great at linking new learning to what you already know. You use feedback effectively to set new goals for yourself and improve your learning outcomes.  All this was evident in the way you created and shared your Semester One Learning Slide Show - Well done Erika!

For being a curious and engaged learner who consistently asks thoughtful and thought-provoking questions. Tanish approaches his learning with enthusiasm and is motivated to complete tasks to a high standard. His curiosity and commitment to excellence inspire those around him. Well done, Tanish!

For being a reflective and thoughtful learner. For making deep connections with the text during grammar in context this week. You demonstrated a strong understanding when completing  the comprehension, text orientation and transformation tasks. I am  really looking forward to reading your pattern writing piece this week. Keep up the great work. Well done Aoife.

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Olivia 

This award goes to you for your creativity during our 100 Days of School celebration! You showed great resilience during our tabletop activities, when you were an engineer learning how to stack 100 cups into a pyramid which proved to be a tricky task, and you kept on going even when they fell down! It has been a joy seeing how you have flourished into a bright, hard working learner! Well done Olivia! 

Vicente

For demonstrating motivation and creativity for the whole of our 100 Days Brighter Celebration! You joined in every activity with a big smile and gave everything your best effort. When your bead necklace fell apart, you didn’t give up, you kept threading and re-threading until it was finished! You collaborated with your friends to build a giant 100 cup tower and stayed focused all day. You made our celebration better with your excitement for learning and your never-give-up attitude. Well done, superstar!

1C

Leizel 

This student demonstrates excellent collaboration skills. She listens thoughtfully to her peers and shares her opinions with respect and care. She consistently shows kindness in her interactions, using positive language and offering compliments that lift others up. Her warm and thoughtful nature helps create a supportive and inclusive classroom environment.

1O

Kevin

For showing resilience in your learning. You take on tricky tasks with a can-do attitude and keep trying, even when things feel challenging. I’ve been especially impressed with your thoughtful contributions during our class standing debates this week. It’s fantastic to see you putting your hand up to share your opinion on the topic. You also show genuine care for your classmates, always noticing when someone needs help or a friend to talk to. Your kindness and teamwork make our classroom a warm and supportive place. Well done, Kevin!

2M

Neelah

For being a motivated learner. During our multiplication lessons, you didn’t just give up when problems got tricky- you kept going, even when there were two steps to think about! You used everything you’ve learned about arrays and equal groups to work things out, showing how much you’ve been paying attention.

What makes you stand out is that you're always ready to learn, every single day. 

We’re so proud of you, Neelah! 

2A

Vrishank

For being a collaborative learner and a great team player! Vrishank has shown fantastic problem-solving skills when working with others, especially during iPad activities. He supported his peers in posting to Seesaw using the Pic Collage app and created an impressive animated Pic Collage that we can all learn from. Well done, Vrishank — your teamwork and tech skills are a real asset to the class!

3/4LM

Mackenzie 

For being a motivated student in all learning areas! Mackenzie is an exemplary leader who consistently does her best and a little bit more. You drive your own learning, always striving to improve your outcomes and bring a positive energy to every learning space! Keep up the super effort Mackenzie!

Arya 

For being a motivated learner in all subjects! You have really driven your learning this year! Through actively engaging in lessons, making thoughtful connections, and asking questions to deepen your understanding. You are always looking for ways to take your learning to the next stage and encourage your peers to do the same. Keep up the wonderful work Arya!

Samar

For being a motivated learner. You have been demonstrating a positive attitude towards learning. You are showing increased motivation, starting your tasks promptly, and setting aside distractions to focus on your goals. Keep up the great work, Samar 

Ruan

For being a collaborative learner.  You are able to work well in small groups, sharing your ideas and listening to the opinions of others.  You remain focused on the task and avoid distractions.  You are able to interact respectfully with your classmates and produce positive outcomes.  An example of this is when you participated in our Question Formulating Technique task on Positive Coping.  Keep up the great work in this space Ruan!

Arihaan

This week you have demonstrated what it means to be a collaborative learner. You showed support and care towards your classmates, stepping in to help when challenging situations arose. We love seeing students show this level of care and compassion. Thank you, Arihaan, for making our class a great place to be!

Immanuel

This student has shown resilience both in the classroom when persisting with his Grammar in context narrative, and outside school with outstanding performances in his swimming competitions. Keep using your positive swimming mindset in the classroom when completing challenging tasks. Keep up the good work Immanuel.