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Year 5 Poetry Fun!
Fri, Jul 4th, 2025
This term in Year 5, we’ve been diving into the wonderful world of poetry, and what an adventure it’s been!
From exploring rhyme and rhythm to experimenting with similes, repetition and alliteration, our students have had a blast discovering their inner poets. We’ve talked about how poetry can express emotions, tell stories and make people laugh, and it’s safe to say Year 5 have done all of that and more.
To celebrate all of their creative efforts, we’ve uploaded each student's Poetry Anthology to Seesaw. These anthologies showcase the amazing work our students have created over the past few weeks. We encourage all families to jump on Seesaw and enjoy reading through their child’s collection. It’s something to be really proud of!
Last Thursday, students teamed up in pairs to create original poems and were then invited to perform them for the class. Every student gave it their all, and the results were fantastic, clever and absolutely hilarious. It was a joy to see so much confidence, creativity and collaboration on display.
We are so proud of the way Year 5 embraced this unit with enthusiasm and imagination. Keep an eye out. We might have some future poets in the making!
Public Speaking:
Congratulations to the students who competed in our class public speaking! You impressed us with your confident eye contact, well-memorised speeches, ability to engage the audience, and the bravery it takes to speak in front of a crowd. A special congratulations must go to Violet for making it through to the Tweed Regional Public Speaking Finals. Good luck, Violet!
Week 1
In Week 1, we will begin our next English unit focused on characterisation and how authors create and develop characters in stories.
Throughout this unit, we will read the novel August & Jones by Pip Harry.
Students will explore how characters are shown through their appearance, thoughts, words and actions. They will also look at the types of behaviours and personalities characters can have, and whether these are based on common stereotypes or deeper character traits.
Students will use what they’ve learnt to plan and write their own imaginative texts, creating characters inspired by those in the novel.
Week 2
In Week 2, we will be celebrating our Yandihndi Retreat, a special day designed to deepen students' connection to their faith and reflect on our school theme for the year, Hope.
Throughout the day, students will rotate through a series of hands-on, reflective and creative activities. These may include prayer, art, storytelling, music and team-based tasks that focus on gratitude, collaboration and personal reflection. Each activity is designed to help students explore how hope can be found in their everyday lives and in the lives of others.
This retreat is a meaningful opportunity for students to grow in their faith, strengthen their friendships, and take time to reflect on the values we hold as a school community.
Parents and carers are warmly invited to attend and take part in the day. Your presence will help make the retreat even more special, and we’d love to have you join us as we celebrate and reflect together. For more information please see the parental resource tab below.
Reminder:
If you would like your child to enrol in the sacramental program, please hand your confirmation enrolment form into the parish during this weekend’s mass.
Saturday night at 5 pm or Sunday at 9 am.
| Monday, Jul 21st | NAIDOC WEEK -The next generation: Strength, Vision, Legacy. Light the Way - 8:45 |
| Friday, Jul 25th | Assembly - 8:45 KARNPI Culture Dance Group |
| Monday, Jul 28th | Yandihndi Retreat - please join us as we celebrate the Jubilee year of Hope. Parents are invited to participate in the activities with their child and stay for a sausage sizzle. |
| Friday, Aug 1st | Assembly - 8:45 |
Daniel
Archie
Maya PM
Junia
Mia
Jess
WEEK 1 - 25/7/25
Harvey & Junia
Lincoln
Maddi
Nil
Nil
Nil
WEEK 2 - 1/8/25
Luka
Zac & Beau
Kirin
Nil
Nil
Beau, Kirin & Luka
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