East Bentleigh Primary School acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which we work and learn, the Boon Wurrung people.We pay respect to their elders, past, present and future for they hold the memories, traditions, cultures and hopes of Aboriginal Australia.
Hi Everyone,
This is our first Newsletter for Term 2. On Monday we will wave our Year 5 and 6 students off to camp in Trafalgar East. I will visit them all on Tuesday to spend the day experiencing all the different activities they will be doing.
“The Summit Adventure Park is a multi-award-winning venue located on 50 acres, just 90 minutes from Melbourne, Victoria. We are industry experts in large group accommodation, camps, retreats, and custom events. We offer customized catering, exciting, inspiring, and unique activities, and our team can create custom programs specific to your requirements...we are the perfect choice for your next adventure.”
Working Bee
A huge thank you to Jane Ross for organising a very successful working bee on Sunday 21st April. We had 20 families attend between 9.00am -12 noon.
The areas that were weeded, trimmed, cleaned, and tidied were:
A special thank-you to the following families who attended:
School Fees
A huge thank-you to all families who have paid 2024 school fees. I have included the 4 options for payment we made available.
Instalment 1 - Friday 23rd February 2024.
Instalment 2 - Friday 19th April 2024.
Instalment 3 - Friday 21st June 2024.
I urge any families who are having difficulties paying fees to make an appointment with myself (Sue Jackson) and Julie Robinson (Business Manager). We can always assist with payment plans.
Upcoming Events for TERM 2
This year Grade 5 and 6 students will attend camp at The Summit Camp (Trafalgar East).
Kind Regards,
Sue Jackson - Acting Principal
3/4 Mainstream Literacy
In our vibrant literacy journey at East Bentleigh Primary School, we are excited to share the enriching strides our 3/4 mainstream students are taking in their exploration of writing about information texts, particularly focusing on animals. This endeavour is not just about conveying facts, but also delving into the intricacies of engaging the reader, delivering relevant information using appropriate vocabulary, and structuring their writing effectively.
Engaging the Reader: One of the fundamental aspects our budding writers are discovering is the art of engaging the reader from the outset. They are learning to craft introductions that captivate attention and stimulate curiosity. Through various engaging strategies such as asking questions, sharing fascinating facts, or presenting thought-provoking scenarios, our students are honing their skills in drawing readers into the wonderful world of animal information.
Relevant Information: Effective communication hinges on relevance. Our students are learning to select important information to include in their writing. They are learning to sift through vast amounts of information, identifying key details that enrich their texts and provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of the chosen animal.
Structuring with Subheadings and Sentence Structure: Organisation is key to clarity. In their writing journey, our students are implementing subheadings to categorise information, enabling readers to navigate the text effortlessly. Additionally, they are experimenting with diverse sentence structures, understanding how variation enhances readability and maintains reader interest throughout the text.
Flow and Visual Elements: A well-crafted text flows seamlessly, guiding readers from one point to the next. Our students are attuning their senses to the rhythm of writing, ensuring smooth transitions between ideas. Moreover, they are exploring the impact of visual elements such as font, colour, images, and diagrams in enhancing comprehension and engagement. By strategically incorporating these elements, they are elevating the visual appeal of their texts and reinforcing key concepts.
As we witness the growth and development of our 3/4 mainstream students in the realm of animal information writing, we are inspired by their enthusiasm and dedication. Through collaborative learning experiences, they are not only mastering essential literacy skills but also cultivating a lifelong love for learning.
By Aric Parsons - 34P Classroom Teacher
Numeracy in 2M
In Class 2M we have been learning about money. After spending the first week of term refreshing and building on our knowledge of Australian money, we spent this week applying what we learnt to solve realistic problems. The class worked in groups to come up with solutions for the following open ended problem:
The class enjoyed sharing all the different solutions they were able to come up with.
By Melinda Cole - 2M Classroom Teacher
Wellbeing in Class 6L
Next week years 5 and 6 and going on camp. Some children adore camp and for others the idea of staying away from home brings up all sorts of worries. In preparation our class had a discussion about worry, including in relation to camp.
We realised that worrying is part of life and everyone worries to some extent, but we can all learn to use strategies that help us manage our worries. Feeling anxious or worrying is intensely personal; it’s a case of different strokes for different folks. Some people may have social concerns about fitting in and getting along with peers to practical concerns like whether they will remember everything or pack the right things.
Children made a list of the things they are feeling worried or concerned about. These ranged from the actual bus ride, to whether they would cope with activities, shared rooms, the food and missing home and loved ones. To put these in perspective we created an anxiety scale. Children chose the type of scale that was meaningful to them, drew it and placed each of their worries at the point on the scale matching the level of their worry, ranging from not very worried to very worried.
We then had an opportunity to discuss ways we could deal with worries:
For homesickness we can bring an important item from home that can easily be popped in our bag. It may be a small soft toy, a photo or a note form a parent or loved one.
We can learn/practise some relaxation to self-soothe while away. This could be some deep breathing or progressive muscle relaxation.
We can talk to someone about how you’re feeling. We might find our friend is feeling the same and we can support each other. Importantly, we know our teachers are available to talk to and will listen to us and may be able to help us manage our feelings.
By Lee Jellis - 6L Classroom Teacher