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Selamat siang, semuanya!

We've had a brilliant few weeks in Indonesian! 

In Foundation, students have been adding to their song collection, asking the question "Apa kabar?" or "How are you?" This is a wonderful song which all students learn early on, as it reinforces their knowledge of greetings and farewells. You could ask your child to help you sing the words and recall what each word means.

To the tune of "Frère Jacques" the words go:

Selamat siang, selamat siang

Apa kabar? Apa kabar?

Baik-baik saja, baik-baik saja

Sampai jumpa, sampai jumpa.

In 1/2, students have been engaged in moving, singing and acting different types of transport. It's been a popular topic, as this is a highly-requested topic from our students themselves! A wonderful way to engage with this at home is on the way home to ask if they can name the different types of transport they see - mobil, bis, kereta api, truk or even a pesawat terbang!

In 3/4, students have been practicing their comprehension when reading and writing about houses in Indonesian. They have learnt a variety of sentence structures describing what rooms are in each house. We've had lots of interesting discussions about what we notice is a cultural difference between our houses and Indonesian houses - making some text to world connections about kamar mandi (bathrooms) in particular! 

In 5/6, we've been working really hard to up-level their bargaining skills! Students are learning lots of phrases which can be put to the test in Indonesia to achieve the best-possible price (as soon as we're allowed back!). Our maths skills have come in handy, as we've had to do lots of converting of Indonesian Rupiah to Australian dollars! 

Have a wonderful week!

Sampai nanti,

Bu Marissa Mundy

Pupil of the Week - Indonesian

Junior:  Nethun S (FH)

Bagus sekali, Nethun! You’ve made wonderful progress when singing our “Apa Kabar?” Song and showing you know different ways of saying how you are feeling. You are growing more confident with your Indonesian every week! 

Senior:  Manvik R (3/4O)

Terima kasih for your wonderful text to self connections this week Manvik! We appreciated your description of  the cultural similarities between a kamar mandi in Indonesia and in India! Hebat!

Pupil of the Week - Performing Arts

Junior:  Jess W (1/2W)

For demonstrating confidence and focus when rehearsing the dance 'Gold' for the Junior Production.  You are a star!

Senior: Daniel S (5/6W)

For demonstrating creativity and teamwork when writing a rap with your partner.  It was great to see you work through rhyming words to achieve a steady flow of sentences. Super work!

Pupil of the Week - Physical Education 

Junior: Addison D (FJ)

For approaching Cross Country with a positive attitude and willingness to do your best. It was wonderful to see you smile throughout your race. Superstar!

Senior: Auritro K (5/6SB)

For showing kindness to a fellow class member who fell over during PE this week! Great Job!

Pupil of the Week - Visual Arts

Junior: Audrey L (1/2 J)

For the gentle and careful way you created your tiger linework practising your brush control. You displayed a love of learning and perseverance. Keep up your enthusiastic and well- mannered attitude in art.

Senior: Kayden C (3/4D)

You regularly amaze us with your original and thoughtful approach in art. Kayden your paper bark tree was a perfect mini version of a real tree, beautifully layered and constructed. You displayed zest and creativity. Brilliant!