Pink for Project Compassion

After an unforgettable camping adventure at Collaroy, Year 6 has hit the ground running this year! Can you believe Term 1 is almost done and dusted? In English, students have been fully immersed in Storm Boy by Colin Thiele, deepening their understanding of the novel by also watching its 1976 film adaptation. This study has helped them refine their skills of key narrative techniques for both reading and writing. They have worked on enhancing their sentence structure, using effective language features and expanding their vocabulary. A major focus has been on “showing” rather than “telling” by incorporating the five senses to create vivid, descriptive paragraphs that bring their writing to life. In Mathematics, students have been strengthening their knowledge of core concepts such as place value, addition and subtraction, and measurement. They have applied these foundational skills to more complex word problems and used concrete materials like MAB blocks and decimats to explore fractions and decimals. Their understanding of measurement has also been put into practice, with trundle wheels helping them measure different surfaces around the school. Additionally, they have learned how to convert between metres and kilometres with confidence. In Religion, students have been reflecting on the question: What is human dignity? They have explored Scripture, particularly Genesis 1:26-27, where it reveals that we are created in God's image and, as a result, have a responsibility to treat others with love, respect, and compassion. Through studying examples of Jesus demonstrating human dignity in Scripture, the students have considered ways to follow in His footsteps. A highlight of this learning journey was the Encounter experience, where students joined their Year 6 peers in worship through song, personal faith reflections, and an inspiring Adoration service led by renowned Christian musician Gen Bryant. This powerful experience allowed them to encounter the presence of the Holy Spirit in a truly meaningful way. In preparation for Encounter, students also explored how, as Catholic faithful, we participate in ways that bring us closer to God. Fr. Albi introduced the students to Adoration, a time for quiet reflection in front of the consecrated host, where they had the opportunity to draw closer to God and engage in personal conversation with Him. As the term draws to a close, we celebrated students’ hard work and dedication with a well-earned reward day! They had an absolute blast playing indoor and outdoor games, making bookmarks, indulging in their favourite snacks and enjoying a special movie to wrap up a fantastic first term.