This week we were excited to welcome back our Year 9 students. It was a bit hectic having a second first day of school but it’s definitely great to see everyone back in person!
Classes are getting in to the swing of things with lots of fun and interesting learning activities. In Maths, teachers are introducing problem solving activities from the “Thinking Maths” program. Students are working in the science labs and outside to conduct a range of experiments – Year 8s have made balloon rockets and parachutes. In Geography, Year 7s are learning about maps and working on both vocabulary and cartography skills!
Keep and eye out for Subject Overviews for each subject which will be sent home over the next week or two. These give you a summary of the topics and assessments for the semester, and are usually stuck in to the front of your child’s workbook. Please sign these to indicate that you have seen them.
Mobile Phones: Ideally these are locked in lockers during lesson time. This year we also have pockets in all classrooms to store mobile phones if they are brought to class. Students have been very cooperative about using these so far – well done to them!
We are also encouraging students to check their phones at break times, but then leave them in their lockers. This reduces the risk of breaking or losing them, and also allows them to spend time with their friends without the distraction. These days we want to make the most of in-person interactions and we will keep encouraging this!
Year 8 Camp: Notes were sent home this week. Please send them back as soon as possible and get in touch if you have any concerns about payment or questions about the camp. Fingers crossed for it to all go ahead!
Kate Seidel - Middle School Coordinator