Classroom News - Year 2

Pets

Year 2 have been learning about pets. We have been to a presentation about responsible pet ownership and we have met two of our classmate's dogs and guinea pigs. 

We learnt how to take care of our pets and it was fun to meet some of our classmate's pets. If any other students would like to share their pets, they are asked to bring in photos of their pets to present to their class. 

Thank you to the parents,  students and pets who came in! 

Talk Homework

Our talk homework went home on Monday. Students will be writing about what a great class pet might be. You are encouraged to talk about what animal might make a great class pet and reasons why they feel that this would be the best choice. We have been learning about different ways to open our writing, connect our ideas together and use WOW words to get our ideas across. Please speak with your child to share ideas to assist them in their writing. 

Public Speaking

Year 2 have been learning the poem 'Forgiven' by A.A Milne. They will be reciting the poem in front of their class for their Talking and Listening assessment in Week 5. Each student has been given a copy of the poem to learn and practise at home. This will also prepare the students for The St Joseph's Cup; a public speaking competition. 

Eisteddfod

The Stage One choir performed brilliantly at the Armidale Eisteddfod on Tuesday morning. The students performed 'Little People'and 'The Canoe Song'. Not only were the students excellent performers,  but they were also attentive listeners for the other performances. Thank you to all the parents for ensuring that students were wearing their school uniform with pride and thank you to those who were able to come and watch.  Well done Year 2,  we are very proud of you!  

Athletics

Each Monday, Jay Stone has been teaching Year 2 different athletic skills. So far, students have learnt high jump, discus, shot put and long jump. Each lesson has been lots of fun and everyone has been trying their best and having a go with these new skills. We are training for the School Athletic's Carnival which will be held on Friday of Week 9.

Dance

Every Friday morning, Year 2 have been coming together to dance. We have been learning about moving to music and how we can move like different animals. Most recently, we have been focusing on the movements and actions of cats. Year 2 have shown us some amazing cat movements including; pouncing, playing, resting and stalking. We are very proud of them!