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  Weeks 5-6 Kaya Families, I can’t believe we are halfway through the Term 2! The growth I have seen in our class already is amazing. Every student brings something different and valuable to our classroom. Learning Intentions for the fortnight:   Spelling: This fortnight’s spelling focus is ‘oa’ and ‘ow’.  Writing:   This week, we finalise the recount genre that we have been studying.   Recounts involve retelling personal experiences or events that have occurred in the past. Here are some main things that the students have learned about recounts: 1. Sequencing: Students learn to organize their thoughts and experiences logically. They understand that recounting events involves presenting them in the order they happened, using words like "first," "next," "then," and "finally." 2. Personal Narratives: Recounts often focus on personal experiences, such as a family outing, a birthday party, or a visit to a zoo. Students learn to recall and r

  Kaya (welcome) Families,  I'm super happy with how the Year 1's nailed last Friday’s prayer assembly! They were confident and enthusiastic on stage, reciting their lines and singing their song like pros. You could tell they'd put so much work into preparing for it, and it really paid off.  Their prayers were delivered with sincerity and passion, and it was obvious that they understood how important the occasion was. They weren't just showing off their skills - they were showing us what kind of people they are and what they believe in.  These kinds of events are so much more than just performances. They teach kids all sorts of essential skills like working together, being a leader, and bouncing back when things don't go as planned. The Year 1's did a fantastic job showing us what they're capable of, and I can't wait to see what they'll do next.    Learning Intentions for the fortnight   Spelling: This fortnight’s spelling focus is ‘ee’ as