Dear Parents and Guardians,

We would like to introduce you to the Level 2 Team:

Michelle Caruso – Teaching and Learning Leader, 2A classroom teacher
Kimielle D’Mello – Assistant Teaching and Learning Leader, 2B classroom teacher
Lauren Anderson – 2C classroom teacher
Lin Liu – 2D classroom teacher
Emma Williams – 2E classroom teacher

Together we have planned explicit learning experiences filled with a range of learning opportunities for the students to participate in and engage in the Victorian Curriculum.

These learning experiences have been tailored to the learning needs of the students to create a meaningful learning journey. We aim to challenge and extend the students in all areas across the Curriculum. We are excited to be part of the academic, social and emotional learning growth and development of each student throughout the year.

Please take a few moments to read what we have planned for this exciting term as we look forward to a rigorous term of learning.

Kind regards,

Michelle, Kimielle, Lauren, Emma and Lin

Term 1 Key Dates

February 20th, 21st and 22nd – Swimming Program

February 27th, 28th and 29th – Swimming Program

February 28th – Getting to Know You Interviews

March 8th – Getting to Know You Interviews

March 9th – Curriculum Day (Student Free Day)

March 13th – Labour Day

March 22nd – School Photos

March 29th – Twilight Sports

April 6th – Last Day of Term 1 (2:30pm finish)

Inquiry

During Term One, learners will explore how healthy relationships are built and maintained with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures to develop a community. Learners initially start by looking at their classroom and friendships, exploring ways to communicate through play and collaborative experiences. In Year Two, the whole school thread of Respect will allow students to build their relationships across the school. Learners will then endeavour to demonstrate to their younger peers what a healthy relationship means within the GWPS community.