What a busy and exciting start to 2021 we have had in year 6! The students have been highly engaged and enthusiastic in all areas of learning.

In writing, we are focusing on narratives, with an emphasis on learning about different genres including science fiction, fantasy and mystery. Students have also been developing their ability to describe characters, settings and use effective descriptive language to create mood.

In Mathematics, we have had a strong emphasis on using efficient whole number strategies, particularly for multiplication and division. Students are also working on improving their speed and accuracy with basic fact multiplication using a times table matrix.

Our first inquiry unit for the year is teaching students critical and creative thinking as well as collaboration skills through a hypothetical scenario, involving genetically modified plants that have escaped and are taking over Canberra. The problem solving and quick thinking which we have observed so far has been very impressive. To culminate this unit, students will design and construct traps, warning systems and other items they may need to survive.

Congratulations to our new Year 6 student leaders in running such a successful fundraiser to support Beyond Blue. We raised over $400!  Thanks to all of our community for supporting us in this extremely worthwhile cause.

Tim Holness and Alistair Scherer