Term two has been a busy term in the year 6 classroom. Our major theme this term has been Countries of the world, and each student has made a study of a particular country in the Asia-Pacific region. As well as collecting and discussing statistics, we have produced slideshows and brochures to promote our countries as tourist destinations, and compared aspects of life in the countries we have studied with Australia. In Maths we have consolidated our knowledge of measurement and description of various shapes using the metric system, as well as revising our knowledge of basic Mathematical operations. We have also been moving to a more problem-based approach to maths, using our maths skills to solve real-world questions.

Most of the students in year 6 have finished, or come very close to finishing many of their workbooks, especially in the core subjects of Maths, English and Religion. It would be helpful if everyone could come along to the new term with at least 3 new A4 lined books (some students may need more) so that we can start the new semester with new books. We will also be phasing in the use of pens, rather than pencils, for most of our schoolwork, so each student will need a supply of black and/or blue pens.

I would like to wish all the year 6 students and families a happy and safe holiday, and look forward to seeing you in term 3.

Mr Mitchell