What's Happening

Circus Performances

The celebration of the circus provocation as part of our inquiries around ideas of creativity will be held in term two. The school has been divided into two groups to perform on the following evenings;

Group A: Tuesday 28^th April

Group B: Wednesday 29^th April

Time: 7.00 – 8.30pm

Venue: Gymnasium

Costumes will be provided, but we ask that children wear black or dark clothing under these. We also request that children come to the show with ‘crazy hair’.

SHOW A	SHOW B
Grade	Grade
Prep M	Prep E
Prep H	1S
1V	1N
1H	2J
2S	2A
3/4L	3/4R
3/4K	3/4M
3/4N	5/6T
5/6P	5/6W
5/6K

Learning Experiences

In our Literacy workshops this week we focused on character traits and the use of data charts.  The character traits workshop was introduced with a short passage which the students responded to by describing the character.  We then looked at character maps and how they can be used to think about the different aspects of a character.  After generating their own adjective list the students then began describing their own character.

The focus of the data chart session was to increase the effectiveness of the students’ note-taking skills.  The students were shown how we read for specific information and then record this under headings that they had generated. The data charts included their prior knowledge.  This session will assist in future research.    

Have a great long weekend!

The 5/6 Team

Learning Experiences

MY MATHEMATICAL LIFE PROJECT

Intention: To observe and record all of the maths that I use, observe or think about in my daily life.

Where to begin:

1. Work out how you’re going to record, for example, use a pocket-sized notebook.
2. Start to notice and record the maths that you use, observe or think about.
3. Talk to your family, friends and teachers throughout.

Success Criteria: S = You have been successful in completing this stage of the project. EE = You have exceeded the expectations.

Stage One – COLLECTION OF INFORMATION

	Frequency – How often shall I record?	Presentation – How shall I record?	Conceptual Focus – What shall I record?
S	Record at least 5 times per day, over a week.   Record observations from home and school   Include date and time for each recording.	Neat and legible, so that others can read it and understand it.   Choose at least 3 different ways of recording, e.g. drawing, explanation, equation, graph, tally chart, etc.	Include at least 3 different mathematical concepts or as many as possible, e.g. shape, measurement, money, estimation, time, etc.
EE	Record at least 10 times per day, over a week.   Record observations from home,  school and anywhere else (e.g. after school sporting activities, shopping, holidays, etc)   Include date and time for each recording.	Neat and legible, so that others can read it and understand it.   Choose a variety of different ways (3+) to record, e.g. drawing, explanation, equation, graph, tally chart, etc.   Keep track of things that you do multiple times in a day, picking up on patterns.	Include 5 or more different mathematical concepts or as many as possible, e.g. shape, measurement, money, estimation, time, etc.

Learning Experiences

Deb Kayser has begun taking the 5/6 students for a half hour of music each week, every Thursday morning. This week she introduced the song, 'My Island Home' by the Warumpi Band. The students are encouraged to take a look at the clip and to also compare it to Christine Anu's version.

This song relates nicely to our inquiry into concepts of identity, community and collaboration. Happy listening and singing!

What's Happening

INTERSCHOOL SPORT for Grades 5/6

 

HELP NEEDED! 

Interschool sport starts on the 7th of May and runs for seven afternoons from 12.30 to 3.30. We need help from parents to conduct this. If you can spare some time and hopefully commit for the seven afternoons, we'd love to have you come along and assist. Please talk to one of the 5/6 teachers or Geoff if you can help, Cheers!

Action Required - Canberra Camp Expression of Interest Form

All parents are reminded to return the green expression of interest form about the upcoming Canberra camp by Monday 16th March.  If your child will be attending please enclose a deposit of $100.

Thank you for your assistance.

The 5/6 Team

2015 Princes Hill Gardening Club

If you are a green thumb or are simply interested in gardening, the Princes Hill Gardening Club needs you.  The proposed time is Friday mornings.  If you are interested please contact Warrick in the 5/6 neighbourhood or Julie at the office.  Thank you.