Welcome Back to School!

Math Practice
My Letter to the future self.
Book Sharing

It has been a busy and productive first two weeks in Room 12! The students have settled in beautifully, quickly adapting to our new routines and building positive relationships with one another. There is a wonderful sense of community growing in our classroom.

Here is a recap of our learning adventures so far:

Who We Are and Where We’re Going

To start the year, we focused on identity and goal setting.

  • Letters to the Future: Every student wrote a heartfelt letter to their future self. We have sealed these away to be opened at the end of the term, which will be a great way to reflect on how much they will have grown.

  • Selfie Sneakers: We combined art and personal storytelling by designing custom sneakers. Each design features symbols and colors that represent the unique interests and personalities of our students.

  • Informative Writing: We have begun exploring informative texts. The students are learning how to structure facts clearly and use technical vocabulary to share information without including personal opinions.

  • PE: We’ve been out on the field practicing our softball skills. We are focusing on throwing accuracy, catching, and understanding the basic rules of the game. It’s been fantastic to see the students showing great sportsmanship and encouragement toward one another.

    Core Learning Highlights

  • Maths: We’ve dived into Place Value, working with numbers all the way up to the millions. Students have been practicing reading, writing, and comparing these large numbers to build a strong numerical foundation.

  • Reading and Social Sciences: Our focus has been on the history of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We’ve been learning about the events leading up to the signing and the significance of Waitangi Day in Aotearoa.

    Teacher's Tip:

    Ask your child what symbol they chose for their sneaker design as it is a great conversation starter about what they value most!