As you’re all aware we have a partnership with Real Schools and Adam Voigt. What you might not be aware of is the incredible effort the staff at TPS have been putting in to change our practice. Some of the new initiatives we are implementing is the use of Affective Statements. These are statements that…
Read moreThe value we are focusing on for the beginning of Term 3 is RESPECT. Our Grade 5 students have documented how they can show respect around the school. Respect is a two-way street, if you want to get it, you’ve got to give it.
Read moreThis term in Reading, Foundation students are working on picking “good fit” books. An important part of becoming a successful, independent reader is being able to choose “good fit” goods. That is, a book that is not too easy or too difficult, but “just right”. Every reading session starts off with 5 minutes silent reading,…
Read more• Be positive about their numeracy experiences and praise effort and perseverance • Let your child know that everyone can be successful • Seize everyday opportunities to capitalise on numeracy development • Involve your child in numeracy-related activities • Describe what you are doing in situations that involve numeracy • Explain why you make certain…
Read moreThis is just a quick reminder, that the German Spatzenschule is celebrating XMAS IN JULY on Friday 26 July. Freshly baked German Pretzels, Lemoncake, Hot chocolate with marshmallows and warm Fruit Punch will still be sold at 3.30pm and will taking cash sales only. So head to the kitchen and stock up on cake for the…
Read morePARENT OPINION SURVEY Every school in Victoria is conducting a survey to find out what parents think about their school. The Parent Opinion Survey is an annual survey that is conducted amongst a sample of selected parents that are chosen at random. The survey assists our school in gaining an understanding of parents’ perceptions of…
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