Secondary 9/10 

Mathematics

Patterns and algebra has been our final focus in mathematics this term. Students have worked on identifying patterns including identifying the rule which creates the pattern. They have also created patterns and shared these in their class. Classes have also explored chance and have discussed the likelihood of events occurring using the language such as possible, impossible, certain and likely.

English

In writing we have finished the year with a transactional text focus. Students have explored letter writing, emails and the use of formal and informal language in the appropriate context.

In reading we are revisiting text structure. Classes are exploring different types of text including fiction and non-fiction, news reports and online articles with a focus on the features that they have which help us identify the type of text we are reading.

Integrated

Our Integrated Units are drawing to a close with the final experiments taking place in changing matter and electrical circuits being created in electricity.

Steam

The students have really enjoyed the Moving Machines STEAM sessions, they have use basic engineering concepts , such as a pulley system and axel to successfully complete a moving machine using recycled products. They have worked in small groups and pairs to problem solve and have success.