Week 4 Term 1
Good afternoon,
As I sit and write this blog, I am suffering with a severe case of déjà vu. With the combination of swimming lessons, parent evenings, introduction of iPads, mass and assembly, I can now see why it was a race to the finish line to complete the work I set out to do this week. Despite all this, we still managed to cover some key learning outcomes this week.
HOMEWORK
NOTICES
Just a reminder that our Swimming Carnival is on Thursday 22nd February, a green note was sent home Thursday with all the information you require. If you need any more information about this, please don't hesitate to contact me.
CAN YOU ALSO SEND THE GREEN PERMISSION SLIP IN BY MONDAY!
Have a restful weekend!
Sandy Ricciardone
As I sit and write this blog, I am suffering with a severe case of déjà vu. With the combination of swimming lessons, parent evenings, introduction of iPads, mass and assembly, I can now see why it was a race to the finish line to complete the work I set out to do this week. Despite all this, we still managed to cover some key learning outcomes this week.
CLASSROOM
In Mathematics, we have got into our 'Number' unit revising odd and even numbers, place value and comparing and ordering numbers using the symbols > (greater than) and < (less than). The children have then consolidated this learning, through using their iPads to complete set Mathletics tasks.
Within Literacy we have continued learning our Persuasive model text, as well as, identifying the structure of this genre. Together we have highlighted the 5 key features (our toolkit) we need to use to write a successful persuasive argument. We will be focusing on these features in the upcoming week before the students begin to write their own examples.
As Wednesday marked the start of Lent, we placed a significant focus on the history and meaning of Lent this week. Students then learnt about the sacrifice Jesus made for us during His time in the desert, which in turn lead them to think about the sacrifices they were going to make during Lent. You can see the promises made by the students on 'Our Lenten Promises' display in class.
Within Literacy we have continued learning our Persuasive model text, as well as, identifying the structure of this genre. Together we have highlighted the 5 key features (our toolkit) we need to use to write a successful persuasive argument. We will be focusing on these features in the upcoming week before the students begin to write their own examples.
As Wednesday marked the start of Lent, we placed a significant focus on the history and meaning of Lent this week. Students then learnt about the sacrifice Jesus made for us during His time in the desert, which in turn lead them to think about the sacrifices they were going to make during Lent. You can see the promises made by the students on 'Our Lenten Promises' display in class.
HOMEWORK
WEEK 4 -
1. Reading - 10 minutes each night. Students will be given a text (on Monday) from Reading Eggspress to read over this upcoming week, therefore they will need their iPad for their Reading homework this week. We ask that you initial the Reading Log each night, once your child has completed the appropriate section.
2. Mental Maths - Think Mentals 4 Student Book, Week 3: students are to complete a column each night. These will be marked the next day in class, so we are able to discuss the more challenging concepts.
3. Spelling - Complete LOOK, SAY, COVER, WRITE, CHECK with their given spelling words. They are to also complete one spelling activity into their homework book from the spelling grid (Please remind the students to colour the grid once they have completed an activity).
4. Photography - The students need to take 6 photos based on the theme 'FEET'. They are to create a pic collage of these 6 pictures and upload this into their Class Notebook file. The students have been shown how to do this, however Mr Torrese and myself are available if the students need a reminder.
NOTICES
AGM - WEDNESDAY 21st FEBRUARY
There is an AGM this Wednesday the 21st at 6pm, it would be great to see you there if you are able to make it.
OPENING MASS
There is an AGM this Wednesday the 21st at 6pm, it would be great to see you there if you are able to make it.
OPENING MASS
The school's Opening Mass is on Friday the 23rd, 9.30am at the Church, all parents and friends are welcome.
SWIMMING TRIALS
As you are aware, swimming trials will take place this Tuesday 20th February from 9am-12pm at Geographe Leisure Centre. Please ensure your child comes to school in their bathers under their sports uniform, just like we did for swimming lessons. They are to bring their towel, goggles, thongs, water bottle and recess in a smaller bag to take to the pool. Students will not be able to buy recess at the canteen on this day, however they will be able to order a canteen lunch as we return at 12.30pm. It is vital that your child applies sunscreen before coming to school in the morning.
CAN ALL PERMISSION SLIPS (White one) BE RETURNED BY MONDAY!
OLC SWIMMING CARNIVAL
As you are aware, swimming trials will take place this Tuesday 20th February from 9am-12pm at Geographe Leisure Centre. Please ensure your child comes to school in their bathers under their sports uniform, just like we did for swimming lessons. They are to bring their towel, goggles, thongs, water bottle and recess in a smaller bag to take to the pool. Students will not be able to buy recess at the canteen on this day, however they will be able to order a canteen lunch as we return at 12.30pm. It is vital that your child applies sunscreen before coming to school in the morning.
CAN ALL PERMISSION SLIPS (White one) BE RETURNED BY MONDAY!
OLC SWIMMING CARNIVAL
Just a reminder that our Swimming Carnival is on Thursday 22nd February, a green note was sent home Thursday with all the information you require. If you need any more information about this, please don't hesitate to contact me.
CAN YOU ALSO SEND THE GREEN PERMISSION SLIP IN BY MONDAY!
COVERING OF BOOKS
Just a reminder that all books are to be covered as soon as possible. The paper covers are already falling off the books, which is making it difficult for the students access their books quickly.
MERIT AWARD WINNERS
Congratulations to Cooper and Angus, on being our Merit Award winners this week!
PARENT REPS 2018
A special thanks to Jenni, Kenny and Nicole for offering to share the Parent Rep role for 2018.
Just want to say Happy Birthday to Mr Torrese, who is turning 21 tomorrow.🎈🎉
MERIT AWARD WINNERS
Congratulations to Cooper and Angus, on being our Merit Award winners this week!
PARENT REPS 2018
A special thanks to Jenni, Kenny and Nicole for offering to share the Parent Rep role for 2018.
Just want to say Happy Birthday to Mr Torrese, who is turning 21 tomorrow.🎈🎉
Have a restful weekend!
Sandy Ricciardone
