Maths Home Learning

We have now added a link in 'Numeracy Links' on the right hand side that has a resource of activities you can use to develop maths concepts for home learning.

Please have a look with your child.

Here is another link for good measure!

Circus Skills Workshops

This week marks our second session learning the ins and outs, ups and downs, round the bends and through the hoops of the circus with our friendly expert Sam.  Today saw the children practicing their juggling skills, playing with 'Devil Sticks" and 'Poi' spinning before moving onto some simple acrobatic manoeuvres in pairs.  Trust us, it's all much harder than it looks!

Welcome to 3/4 2015!

Hello and welcome!
 
The 3/4 Neighbourhood blog is our main way to communicate with the 3/4 neighbourhood community.
 
We are doing things a little differently this year and each post will have an indication of
what you can expect each post to be about in the title.
 
Here are the parameters through which all blog entries can be categorised;
 
·      Action required - this may be excursion notices, notes regarding SunSmart hats or other important information.
·      What’s happening - this will inform you of the week ahead, some of the learning and the focus for the following week.
·      Learning experiences - this will provide some ideas of what the students have been engaged in and also functions as a celebration of learning.
 
At the top right side of the Blog you will find a 'subscribe' to receive updates when posts are
published. Please spread the word for parents who may not have subscribed yet - but we have transferred any subscribers last years Year 2 blog over so those people should still be receiving updates.
 
You will also find useful links and information.
 
That's enough information for now - the blog is currently being updated from 2014 so there will be changes happening as we move through the next few weeks.
 
Looks like it is going to be a great year!!
 
See you around the neighbourhood
 
Keith, Melinda, Robert, Laura and Nic

Student Stories, Published Book Launch

Dear parents,

On Thursday the 18^th December at 3pm, we will be having a launch of our student publication. This will happen outside 3/ 4 neighbourhood 2. 

The publication includes fantastic writing produced by a group of 3 /4 students who elected to attend additional writer workshops throughout the year (led by parent writer experts). All are welcome. 

If you have pledged to buy additional copies can you please ensure that you (or your child) have money ready on the day.  

Apologies for the late notice and thanks for all the support you have offered through the year. 

Extra big thanks again to the publication parent team - Winne, Nova and Lisa

See you there!

Sapphire's Holiday Plans and More...

As the holiday's approach, it is time to organise a holiday venue for Sapphire!  Janette and Mary both go away on holiday during January, and so we need your help.  IF anyone, or a group of families, can take Sapphire home for a vacation, please see Mary this week.

And now for some breaking news....  After 8 years as our wonderful classroom pet, we would like to find a permanent new home for Sapphire.  Many of your have taken Sapphire home on weekends or for a holiday during time in our neighbourhood, so you know how easy she is to care for, and what a marvellous pet she is.  If you would like to offer a new home for her on a permanent basis, please catch up with Mary this week.

Thanks everyone.
Janette & Mary.

Seeking Ex-Princes Hill Primary Students!

Hello everyone

In the 3/4 inquiry, our Action Groups are looking at how we can change our school. One aspect of the project is thinking about changes that may have already occurred. 

We are looking to invite ex-students of the school to come in and talk about what it was like when they were here.

As a celebration of Princes Hill's history we would like to make this a part of the Open Day coming up on the 3rd of December which is ultimately in place to celebrate the school's 125th Anniversary!

Yes that's right .. It's a momentous time of our school!

SO .. if you or someone you know attended the school and would be prepared to come and share your stories and answer some questions (only for five minutes or so) please get in touch with Alexandra in the 3/4 neighbourhood.

It would really add a special component to celebrating the school's historical journey.

Thank you

State Library Victoria Excursion

The Library Action Group went on an excursion to the State Library Victoria. We began with a tour, before attending the Living Library workshop where we created an online exhibition. The exhibition can be viewed here:

http://padlet.com/slveducation/dsl94nb599gj

Here are some photos of the day of the excursion. You can click on them to enlarge.

The group began by researching the people who were in the library. Why were they there? What were they doing? We found out that many people were there to do research. Others came for the free wi-fi. Many told us that they liked the ambience.

We looked at the things on display. We found out later that only half the contents of the library are books. 

We learned how stereoscopes work.

Some of us were intrigued by the documentary of the Great War.

We dressed like gentlemen.

The Living Library workshop.