Dear Roblox Parents,
I was unwell for most of this week and have been in and out of school (your child may have mentioned this already), but despite that, we’ve had a wonderfully engaging week of learning and inquiry in our classroom!
Our spelling continues to improve. I am very proud of the effort the children are putting into their word work, and for the parents a big thank you for encouraging them. From this week onward, I’ve decided not to send spelling books home, as many students have been forgetting to bring them back on our Spelling test day (Thursday). Don’t worry, I will still be sending the spelling list home.
Our main Unit of Inquiry led us this week to focus on Well-Being and our BIG concept word: Sustainability. We explored what these ideas mean to us as learners and global citizens. We read the imaginative book: ‘If I Built a School’ by Chris Van Dusen and discussed how a school can be designed to support our physical, emotional, and social well-being. Students reflected on questions like:
- What makes a space feel healthy and safe?
- How can we design spaces that care for people and the planet?
- What does it mean to be responsible and balanced?
These reflections connected beautifully to our Learner Profile Attributes, especially Caring and Reflective, as well as the Concepts of Responsibility and Connection. The children shared thoughtful ideas about classrooms filled with nature, calm spaces, and eco-friendly designs, they really impressed me with their creativity and empathy!
In Language, we have been inquiring into Nouns: what they are, why they are important in our sentences, and how they help us describe and make sense of the world around us. I encourage you to ask your child what a noun is and see if they can give you examples from their everyday life. (You might hear about their : favourite person, place, or thing!)
In Maths, our focus has been on 2D Shapes and developing our understanding of geometric vocabulary and precision. The students practiced using rulers to draw shapes on dotted paper, this really helped strengthen their fine motor skills, spatial awareness, and ability to follow steps carefully. They also used a creative website on their Ipad to design their own digital objects made entirely from 2D shapes, which they then replicated in their maths books using rulers. The combination of technology and hands-on learning was a big hit!
During Mental Maths, we discovered that some of our maths vocabulary needs reinforcing, both at school and at home,words such as before, after, smaller, and greater than. These terms are essential for developing number sense and mathematical reasoning. We’ll continue working on number bonds, addition and subtraction facts, and daily maths drills to build speed and confidence.
Throughout the week, students have been demonstrating wonderful Approaches to Learning (ATL) skills, particularly thinking and communication skills. They’re learning to express their ideas clearly, listen to others, and make meaningful connections between what they learn and the world around them.
Even though it was a slightly shorter week for me due to illness, I am so proud of how the students took ownership of their learning. They showed resilience, curiosity, and enthusiasm in every lesson.
Thank you for your continued support at home, it truly makes a difference!
Warm regards,
Ms Cami