Monday, March 19, 2012

Term 1 Week 8

Wow is it week 8 already - time sure has flown this term.
There are a few things happening in the next few weeks that need to be put into your diaries or calendars.

Program of Inquiry:
  • The boys and I had a discussion on Friday and we made a decision regarding the P.O.I inquiry task.
  • The boys decided that this week Friday the 23rd of March would be a great due date for their projects.
  • On Thursday your son will bring home the poster he has been working on in class - all his own work, just to do some last minute touch ups eg colour, fix up spelling etc. I do not anticipate that they will begin their poster again. Please also remember it is the boys OWN work that I wish to see.
  • I have conferenced with each of the boys and together we discussed elements that need to be added to the poster. You will find the information on the back of the poster with my signature and date I spoke with your son, along with some dot points regarding his poster.
  • On the whole all the boys have worked well to do this task. Some however, have struggled with collecting information and even listening to constructive feedback.
  • As this is their first major project it will be all about what they learn with regard to time management, listening to feedback and how to tackle a project. All these skills will help them when they come to do the next inquiry unit.
  • Also please remember the boys DID NOT have to make a model of their invention.
Harmony Day:
  • On the 21st of March it will be Harmony Day.
  • All boys are asked to wear an Orange shirt along with their sports shorts and sneakers for the day. Boys in Wastford can come in their House Top.
  • The Prepartory School will be involved in various class activities to raise awareness of Harmony Day.
Noah Ponniah Farewell:
  • As some of you are aware Noah Ponniah will be leaving us on Wednesday to live in Melbourne.
  • The boys decided that a Farewell Party would be a great idea.
  • So on his last day which is the 21st of March, 3S will have a class party in honour of Noah.
  • All the boys have a note in their diary about what they will bring, that is, either a savoury or sweet dish or a drink for the party.
  • Can I please ask that the plate of food you supply be kept small - we do not want too much wastage and if your son is supplying a drink that it be kept to 1litre.
  • Any unsued drinks or food may be sent home with your son.
  • Also be aware of the boys who have allergies to various ingredients including egg, nuts, wheat, sesame and dairy. Please do not feel that you have to make sure that your food does not include these ingredients, just let me know so that I can make sure the boys in question do not consume these foods.
Reminders:
  • The boys have begun revision in class for a combined 2, 10 and 5 timestables test this Friday.
  • Encourage your son to learn his tables at home as well
  • Also remind your son to learn his spelling words throughout the week and especially on Thursday night.
  • Easter Egg Raffle booklets and money to be returned as soon as possible.
Parent / Teacher Interviews:
  • These interviews are scheduled for week 10 Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
  • Notes will go home as soon as they are available giving you information about the process of booking a time.

Thanks and regards,
Nesha

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