Jess’ class Term 2 Week 10
Dear parents,
We’ve had a very joyous finish to the term. Our team building project was a fantastic exercise in design and construction but more importantly in cooperation, compromise, team work, persistence, time management and problem solving. Thirty five children working in one space on a single project is quite a feat and our little community absolutely showed their beautiful colours. I hope you have all had a chance to pop into the classroom to see the ‘Currambena City’ but if not, there are sone photos in the newsletter.
In other news this week, we’ve had a little bit of fun with Vinnies class, sharing a lovely activity on foot size and data displays. Our reptile show was fantastic and gave the children many opportunities to see and touch a range of beautiful animals (there was even a crocodile!). There’s been birthday pavlovas (for Otto), popcorn, movies, pyjamas, ‘Among Us’ play and a fantastic mini concert. Congratulations to both Siana and Oce who overcame significant nerves to perform beautifully. And of course we’ve also had PIP presentations from the elders who have all presented with Google slides for the first time and done a fantastic job. With all the fun at school, I’m sure everyone is ready for a good rest and some under stimulation!
Over the holidays, I will be attending the International Democratic Education Conference (IDEC) in Taiwan. This is a fantastic opportunity for me to share and learn ways of implementing democracy in education across a range of systems. I’m very excited for this opportunity to learn from like minded educators and to share what we’re doing here at Currambena. With travel time, unfortunately the conference overlaps a little with the start of term three. Fortunately though, this means that Susan will be taking the class for the first week of school with my return to school date planned for the 31st August.
Next term I will also be sending out written student records and arranging times for individual parent/ teacher conferences. With my visit to Taiwan these will most likely kick off in week 3.
Warm and toasty wishes to everyone for this upcoming mid winter break.
Jess