Japanese Drumming Excursion

This week all the students in Grades 3,4,5 &6 went on an excursion to Box Hill Community Arts Centre to watch and participate in a drumming workshop. The workshop was very engaging for all students, not only did the students watch a fantastic performance, but they also learnt how to play the drums. Each student was given the opportunity to get upon stage and learn how to play the drums. It was a fantastic event for all. Stay tuned for the videos!!

CIRCUS SKILLS 2011

Circus Skills lessons have started for 2011. It has been a fantastic beginning to Term 2, all the students in Grade 5/6A are loving the circus skills lessons. This year our trainer is Ben and so far we have been using hula hoops, poi, diablo, scarves and spinning plates. We have also tried some of the different balances. At the end of term all the grades will be going on an excursion to the Little Devils circus studio in Box Hill South. It will be a fantastic opportunity for all students and staff to have a go at the more challenging activities.

2011

So far Term 1 has turned out to be a very busy year. We have started the year in our BRAND NEW building. It is very exciting to be in our new building and to be enjoying the facilities. We have had a rather successful start to Inter School Sport. This year we are playing against Old Orchard, Box Hill Nth, Wattle Park and Our Lady of Good Counsel. We have had a few wins and it is great to see the outstanding sportsmanship displayed by all players.

Next week we head off to camp. This year's camp is at Forest Lodge in Jack River, everyone is every excited and looking forward to a fabulous 4 days away.

TERM 4 BEGINS

WOW, how fast has this year gone by, I can't believe that is fourth term already. It is going to be an extremely exciting term. This Friday we will be starting our Grade 6 Graduation Fundraising activities. We are going to be having a Sausage Sizzle on Friday, we would love for everyone to help us by buying a sausage or veggie burger (order forms will go home on Monday). The following Friday we will be selling ice-cream cones at lunchtime and then the next week we will be having a cupcake stall (all cupcakes will be made by the student!)
Curriculum wise, the first of our major events will be the Level 4 Regatta where the students will be creating a boat/craft to race in the Regatta. The Regatta will be held on Thursday 28th October. The time is still to be confirmed. This will be a fantastic learning experience where all the students work in teams to create their craft.
Also this Term Miss Harris is back with Grade 6M to complete her final teaching round. It will be fantastic to have Stacey back with us. It will be great to have an extra set of hands around to help out with Graduation performance preparation.
After Week 4 we are going to be starting a new topic which focuses on creating and maintaining a healthy lifestyle and keeping ourselves safe and preparations for secondary school. In the first week of November the three week Family Life/Human Development program will begin. We will also be running a Bike Education program later this term.
The Grade 6 Graduation date has been set for Monday the 13th December. Undoubtedly this will be a highlight for many of the students.
Stay tuned to see our claymations from last term.

It has been another extremely busy week in 6M. We had our reward afternoon on Wednesday and it was fantastic to see everyone working and playing games together.
We have been busy with our claymation projects and we will be doing our photography next week. Hopefully we will be able to present the animations at assembly over the next few weeks.
Today was Book Week parade. All the student came dressed up as a character from Alice in Wonderland. It was great to see the team spirit and everyone getting involved.
Also HILSON won AUSSIE OF THE MONTH at assembly this morning. Congratulations!
Over the past few week we had set ourselves a challenge with a game call cross ball. The challenge was to throw four balls consecutively down the cross ball line. For the last three weeks we have been hovering at the 20 second mark, and it felt that it was going to be impossible to break out record of 20.9 seconds. Finally, today after weeks of practise and team work we shattered our time to 15.7 seconds. It was great to see everyone in the class persist in this task. Well done!

Weekly News

It has been another busy week in 6M. Swimming started this week and all students that are involved are having a great time learning new water safety skills. It is great to see so many parents at the pool supporting their children.
We have continued on with our claymation activities and are just about ready to start with the construction of our sets. It is really interesting to see the different ways in which students show their knowledge and understanding.
The Level 4 Team hosted the first Graduation meeting of 2010. It is fantastic to see so many parents wanting to be involved with the school. Our next meeting will be on Thursday 16th September at 4pm in the staff room.
Also this week I was able to have a look inside the new building. It is still a little off being completed but it is starting to take shape and we are all getting very excited about being able to use it in the near future. I am extremely excited at the prospect of having a kitchen space for cooking with the students.
Literacy and Numeracy week begins on the 6th of September. The whole school will be involved in a multi-age activity morning on Wednesday between 9 am and 11am. Then on Friday there will be a Dress Up Day and Parade. This year Grade 6M have decided to all come as characters from Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass by Lewis Carroll. It is great to see that the grade have united to work together on this project.

6M Weekly News

It has been another busy week in room 3. We have just started a new writing project that includes making a clay animation, which is something that we are all looking forward to. I've ordered the plasticine and have got everything ready to go. I will keep you updated with our progress and of course publish our finished productions.
We are all getting very excited about the district athletics next Thursday. It is fantastic to see that all the student are practising to further develop their skills in their events. It will be a very exciting day and it would be fantastic if parents are able to attend to support the children. Don't forget to return your permission note and money ASAP.
Swimming will be starting on the 23rd of September. If there are any parents wanting to attending over the nine days, please feel free to do so. There are a couple of seats available on the bus if you would like to travel with us. However, if you want to come on the bus please contact me so I can arrange it. Don't forget to return your permission note ASAP.

LEVEL 4 CAMP 2010

In Week 2 most of the Grade 5/6 students headed of to ACE -HI RANCH for a 5 day camp. We all had a fantastic time and there were too many highlights to highlight. Everyone seemed to love the flying fox, giant swing and rock climbing wall. But without a doubt the most talked about activity was the horse riding. So many students and teachers participated and everyone seemed to really enjoy it.
It was great seeing the students in such an informal environment and really trying there best to give everything a go. It was so lovely to hear all the fantastic comments from the camp staff about how well behaved and polite all the KPS students were.
Unfortunately camp is over for another year, but it won't be long til the next camp for Grade 5/6 rolls around.