Learning & Teaching
Josy Reeder
OLA FETE
We are calling for donations for our
OLA 2022 Fete Spinning Wheel
| Prep KM | Gardening: garden tools, seeds, pots, gloves, potted plants, fertilisers, watering can, potting mix, herbs, hose nozzle, garden gnomes, chimes |
| Prep FL | Barbeque: barbeque utensils, apron, sauces, plates, cutlery, napkins, paper plates, recipe books, tongs |
| 1/2MM | Fun times for girls and boys (Prep-Grade 3): books, DVDs, puzzle books, balls, games, Lego, plastic figures, cards, snap, bouncy balls |
| 1/2MV | Summer fun: plastic glasses, sunscreen, hats, candles, beach towels, mosquito spray, sunglasses, mozzie coils, citronella, beach bag, beach ball, floaties, kickboard, goggles, cricket set |
| 1/2MC | Stationery/Craft: textas, pencils, glitter pens, note pads, erasers, sharpeners, scrap pads, sketch books, pencil cases, puzzle books, post-it-notes, stickers, paint, crayons, DIY craft |
| 3/4JD | Baby/nursery: stuffed toys, baby cream, baby wash, face washer, towels, nappies, grow suit, socks, rattles, photo album, wraps, singlets, hat, blankets |
| 3/4TR | The great outdoors: hats, folding chairs, blow up pool toys, plastic glasses, plates and cutlery, banana lounge, outdoor games, nibbles, soft drink, bug spray |
| 3/4ST | Christmas: bonbons, table cloth, candles, tinsel, baubles, decorations, lights, hats, napkins, food items, Xmas paper plates |
| 5/6SP | Fun times for girls and boys (Grades 3-6): books, DVDs, puzzle books, jewellery, hair ties, skipping rope, nail polish, slime, board games |
| 5/6MB | Sport: footballs, netballs, soccer balls, cricket set, tennis balls, ping pong set, sports socks, hats, drink bottles, skipping rope, whistle |
| 5/6GO | All things pets: dog (or cat) toys, dog (or cat) food bowls, pet jersey or sweater, shampoo and other grooming supplies, collars, a leash, treats |
| 5/6NC | Brain games: puzzles, brain training, crossword books, Sudoku, find a word, trivia games. |
| Staff | After 5: wine, beer, soft drink, gourmet food, nibbles |
Our SRC have been busy promoting their class hamper donations!
Buddy time working on Scratch Jnr!
Pickleball
The Grade 3-6 students have learnt about Pickleball this week in PE. One of out parents (a pickleball expert!) helped to lead these sessions - we love learning new things!
School Holiday Fun
Best ways to support writing at home…..Why not start a holiday journal?
Encourage your child to keep a reflective journal.
This is excellent writing practice, as well as a good outlet for venting feelings. Encourage your child to write about things that happen at home and school. This reflective journal can be used to develop the “senses” of writing. Have your child write about what he saw, heard or felt on a trip or adventure. Provide experiences in your community that will interest your child and spark her writing. Especially encourage your child to write about personal feelings — pleasures as well as disappointments. When reading your child’s journal (only if your child invites you to, of course), share your own feelings and ideas paired with positive feedback about your child’s writing.
Provide a place for your child to write.
The area should be an area that is quiet and well lit. Stock the “writing center” with supplies such as paper, pencils and crayons. You can also gather family photos and magazines in the center that can be used as story starters.
Provide authentic writing opportunities for your child.
Have your child write his own thank-you notes, party invitations and letters to family. Let your child make the grocery list.” Helping children make the connection between writing and the “real” world will increase an interest in writing.
Josy Reeder
Learning and Teaching Leader