Parent Information Evening Welcome to 6W’s Parent Information Evening Wednesday 15th February 2017 6:30pm – 7:30pm

Individuality Diversity Personal Respect Life Long Learning Mrs Kate Wilson Individuality Diversity Personal Respect Life Long Learning

6W Timetable 2017 CAFE PE MUSIC ENGLISH Word Study Writing MATHS MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 8:45 – 9:15 ASSEMBLY Spelling Activities/Grammar/Daily Writing/Social Skills PE Spelling Test Mark Homework 9:15 – 9.45 Spelling /Homework/Daily Writing/Social Skills English Vocabulary extension English Unit Work MUSIC   9.45 – 10.15 CAFE 10:15 – 10:45 ENGLISH Word Study Writing 10:45 – 10:55  Eating in School – Instruction Time  10:55 – 11:35 Lunch 11:35 – 12:05 11.35 Library Computer Lab MATHS Technology/Enrichment 12:05 – 12.35 Library Borrowing until 12.20 12.35 – 1.05 1:05 – 1:15  Eating in School – Duty Time  1:15 – 1:45 Snack Break 1:45 – 2:20 LOTE History Science Geography Art/Enrichment 2:20 – 2:55

Timetable Library Borrowing – Mondays LOTE – Mondays, PE – Wednesdays Music - Wednesdays

Social Skills and Class Rewards Aspley East Values 6W’s class rules. 10 000 point challenge. Senior Leaders

Goals English Maths Reading Other Mrs Wilson has goals too! The children have set goals for this term which will be reviewed at the end of the term. English Maths Reading Other Mrs Wilson has goals too!

English Read Read Read Key Learning Areas Year level spelling, grammar, vocabulary and punctuation will be taught, with some students on a modified list. Daily Writing, - Proof Reading Grammar – some whole class some individual or small group. CAFÉ Reading - Peer Reading – Read to Self – Comprehension Cards Literacy Groups – developing and reinforcing reading and research skills in preparation for high school. Poetry Appreciation. Major text types to be covered include: persuasive texts and advertising, short stories, novel study, information report Word Study Group – focus on spelling skills, dictionary skills Read Read Read

Mathematics Key Learning Areas Mathematics will be taught in class using the ACARA mathematics program and will be supported by the C2C resources Each strand of the mathematics syllabus will be covered across each semester. Students will be grouped for Maths which will ensure the lessons are targeted towards their level of ability. They might have another yr6 teacher who will be responsible for their Maths lessons three sessions per week for the year. Class group will also focus on problem solving strategies and revision. Mathletics

Science Key Learning Area Ms Zoe Quinell Science Biology – Microorganisms, Fair Tests with mould; Electricity; Natural Disasters; Chemistry.

Key Learning Area History Migrants Investigating the Federation of Australia Time Line – 1800 onwards Primary and Secondary sources. Migrants

Geography Key Learning Area Mapping skills Exploring Australia’s place in a diverse world. Analysing data. The Asian Region.

Australian Inventions Key Learning areas Technology Australian Inventions Natural Disasters The Arts Visual Arts – colour and line, painting styles Drama Dance

Homework Spelling Words Reading Mathematics English Given out each Monday and due each Friday. Library Borrowing day is Monday (Please ensure they have a waterproof library bag)

Preparing for High School. Organisation and Work Ethic Your child is encouraged to maintain a strong work ethic by: setting high expectations for themselves finding ways they ”can” instead of excuses as to why they “can’t”. taking responsibility for their own actions. trying their best at all times taking pride in the presentation of their work developing time management skills in preparation for their transition to high school asking for help when necessary Reward for Effort

Housekeeping Organisation – note pockets Healthy Food Break Absences Enrichment Program - 4 days this term Buddies – Year 1 Pen Licences.

Camp Maroon Outdoor Education Centre The adventure activities available at Maroon OEC include: canoeing, kayaking, raft building, climbing tower, abseiling, rock-climbing, high ropes, low ropes, orienteering/navigation activities, bushwalking and camping. http://www.maroonoec.eq.edu.au/facilities.htm

Some Bits and Pieces Whole school incursion – Being Brave – Friday17th February Arts Excellence Day at Aspley High School – Tuesday 28th February Year 6 Team Building Development Day – Wednesday 1st March Enrichment Program– begins in Week 6, 7, 8, 9 Assembly – Monday mornings 8:45 sharp Parent Teacher Interviews Term 1: Week 7 & 8 book on SOBS Cross Country – Tuesday 28th March Easter Hat Parade and last day of term 1 – 31st March Athletics Carnival Chinese Cultural Day A Factor Competition Year Six Camp – Term 4 – Week 4 – Maroon Outdoor Education Centre Life Education Visit Graduation Swimming Carnival

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Contacting Me Mrs Kate Wilson kwils40@eq.edu.au