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Reconciliation Week

Fri, Jun 6th, 2025

In Week 5 we were privileged to have Mr. Stubbs, our school's proud Aboriginal Education Worker, hold a discussion with our students on a range of topics relating to Aboriginal culture. We talked about the difference between an acknowledgement of country and a welcome to country, what the term 'country' means to Aboriginal culture, and the importance of keeping indigenous language, artworks and symbols alive. All students were highly engaged for the entirety of Mr. Stubbs' visit, with an abundance of questions being asked as the conversation went deeper and deeper. 

Week 7
In Week 7, students will dive into the rich world of poetic language as we begin exploring imagery, symbol, and connotation through our mentor text Spotlight by Solli Raphael. This unit encourages deep thinking, creativity, and personal connection as students unpack how poets use language to evoke emotion and meaning.

Solli Raphael, a young Australian slam poet, uses powerful words and vivid images to express ideas about identity, change, and social justice. His poetry anthology - Spotlight will serve as a guide for students to identify how specific word choices, symbols, and imagery can communicate deeper meanings beyond the literal.

By the end of the week, students will not only understand how these poetic techniques work but also begin to use them to express their own ideas with impact and purpose.

We’re looking forward to sharing and celebrating their writing!

Week 8
In Week 8, students will build on their number and geometry knowledge through hands-on learning and real-world connections. Our focus will be split between decimal numbers and 3D shapes, with plenty of opportunities for students to develop their mathematical reasoning.

To support your students at home, involve your child in real-life situations like shopping or cooking. Ask them to read prices or measurements and compare which numbers are bigger or smaller. You could also draw a number line together and practise placing decimal numbers like 0.5, 1.25 or 1.75 in the correct position. 

Monday, Jun 9th Public Holiday
Friday, Jun 13th Athletics Carnival
Monday, Jun 16th Light the Way - 8:45
Wednesday, Jun 18th Reconciliation for First Holy Communion Candidates 5:30 at St Joseph’s Church
Thursday, Jun 19th First holy Communion Practice 3:30 at St Joseph’s Church
Friday, Jun 20th Assembly - MPC 8:45
Sunday, Jun 22nd First Holy Communion 9am at St Joseph's Church followed by morning tea in the parish hall.

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WEEK 8 - 20/6/25

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Fri, Mar 28th, 2025

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Fri, Mar 14th, 2025

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Fri, Feb 28th, 2025

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Fri, Feb 14th, 2025

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Staff

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