Welcome to Term 2

Dear parents and caregivers,

I hope that you and your family have had a great break, and that your child is keen for a new term of learning.

I went to an education conference in Christchurch last week with my colleagues from school. It was an inspiring and exciting event and I am keen to try out some of the new things I’ve learned.

 

Homework
This week’s homework is reading a book from home and basic facts. Here is the Basic facts programme as a reminder:
Each child has a set list of Basic Facts to learn for the week. There are four sheets for the children to fill in, one for every day.

Day 1: Complete the facts and get them checked. Take as long as you like. Study the ones you got wrong. Why were they wrong?

Day 2: Practise the facts, trying to get all correct. Rewrite the wrong ones.
Day 3: Time yourself to complete all facts.
Day 4: Time yourself to see if you can complete them within 4 minutes.
 

Inquiry

This term we are learning about celebrations in New Zealand and around the world. This will involve talking to you about special celebrations in your family, and inviting people from different countries to talk about their celebrations.

Towards the end of the term, we will be planning a special celebration – how, when, where will be up to the children to work out.

 

Cross Country

Our school cross country event is in week 3. We will be practicing our run when/if the weather allows it. All children will set themselves a goal to work towards and see if they can improve in their own fitness.

 

Towards the end of the term, your child will receive a Portfolio and report. We will have parent interviews then as well.

Please don’t hesitate to come and see me if you have any questions or concerns at any time.

Have a great week,

Annie Rehmann