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) Specialist Feature News: Science

Selamat Siang, 

The whole school focus for Science this term is Biology. 

Foundation students have been busy exploring the survival needs of plants. We are learning to name different parts of plants and describe their needs. We have made gorgeous Sprout Houses with sunflowers and are so excited to begin our "Grass Buddy" project this week. 

Here are some snapshots of us exploring the concept of root systems and stems using a paper-towel experiment and celery and food dye:

And some photos of us exploring our plants and weeds in the schoolgrounds:

In 3/4 we are exploring the impact of change within the ecosystem. We have explored food chains, food webs, fire and seed germination and environmental factors that influence change in the ecosystem. 

This week we are looking into the role of honey bees in pollination and food production. We created fact files about bees and completed a fun taste-testing experiment using four types of honey from different regions. We compared flavours and considered the different types of flowers that could affect honey colour and taste.  We also learnt to read product ingredient labels closely and check out where products are made!

3/4 students are looking forward to beginning their Stop-Motion Lifecycle project next week. If you have not yet brought in a shoe-box or downloaded the Stop-Motion app, please do this in the coming weeks.  

Terima Kasih, 

The Specialist Team

Yana Gill, Marissa Mundy, Natalie Palmer, Hamish Burrill, Steph Muratovic and Beth Cardy

Pupil of the Week

Physical Education

Junior - Sakhi V (FC)

For demonstrating a love of learning and always having a smile on her face during PE sessions.

Senior - Jason D (5/6E)

For demonstrating skill and determination when playing 5 Bat cricket during PE sessions. 

Visual Arts

Junior - Andrew S (1/2S)

For demonstrating creativity and curiosity in our Posca pen artwork.

Senior - Louis D (5/6E)

For demonstrating curiosity and a love of learning when starting our sand art unit! 

Science

Junior - Annie H (FT)

For an excellent job in following our procedure on how to make a “Grass Buddy”. You are always curious and enthusiastic, Annie.

Senior - Maya L (3/4RM)

For your critical thinking around the impact of change to the ecosystem should any species be eliminated. You are engaged, enthusiastic and an excellent role model.

Indonesian

Junior - Harriet C (1/2E)

For demonstrating perseverance when completing your Indonesian weather report. Incredible work Harriet! Bagus sekali!

Senior - Jessica C (5/6FL)

For showing creativity, humour and excellent knowledge of how to describe a character in Indonesian when playing Guess Who! Hebat!

Performing Arts

Junior - Harrison L (FE)

For your consistently responsible, positive and respectful approach to your learning, especially in our creative dance lessons this week.

Senior - Harriet L (3/4W) 

For your consistently respectful, responsible and vibrant attitude towards learning experiences with Classical Music composers.