16TH DECEMBER 2008Teddies are ready to party!!!!
Monday, December 15, 2008
Soraya's School Report 2008
English - Overall - Outstanding Achievement
Talking and Listening - Outstanding Achievement
Reading - Outstanding Achievement
Writing - High Achievement
Teacher comment: Soraya is able to follow a series of instructions to complete a task. She communicates effectively with a range of people of various topics. Soraya displays a passion for reading. She reads more complex texts with great understanding. Soraya is able to confidently interpret and discuss texts and other materials. She is able to plan and edit her written work independently. Soraya demonstrates good knowledge of grammar and spelling in her writing. Keep up the good work Soraya!
Mathematics - Overall - High Achievement
Number - High Achievements
Patterns and Algebra - Sound Achievement
Data - High Achievement
Measurement - High Achievement
Space and Geometry - Sound Achievement
Teacher comment: Soraya can link mathematical ideas and use mathematical language to explain how an answer was obtained. She is able to solve number problems by using mental strategies, diagrams and symbols. Soraya can tell the time on the half-hour and quarter to. She is able to divide a collection of objects into halves and quarters. Soraya can name and sort 3D objects.
Science and Technology - Overall - High Achievement
Teacher comment: Soraya is able to discuss and identify ways in which living things grow and change. She can illustrate and label the various stages in the life cycle of an insect.
Human Society and Its Environment - Overall - Sound Achievement
Teacher comment: Soraya can recount an important family celebration. She is able to explain why a personal or family event is significant. Soraya shows an interst in learning about different cultural traditions and customs.
Personal Development, Health and Physical Education - Overall - Sound Achievement
Teacher comment: Soraya participates in sports and games. She demonstrates fair play and co-operation in groups. Soraya can identify and discuss ways tokeep safe near the water. She is able to describe ways to keep healthy.
Creative Arts - Overall - Sound Achievement
Teacher comment: Soraya enjoys performing dances. She has an understanding of body movement and expression. Soraya creates artworks using a range of techniques and materials.
General comment: Soraya is a confident and bubbly class member. Her extensive general knowledge is a valued asset to the class. Soraya's inquisitive nature generates meaningful and worthwhile discussions. She interacts well with her peers. Soraya displays good leadership qualities especially during group work activities. She has achieved a pleasing result this semester. Well done, Soraya!
English - Overall - Outstanding Achievement
Talking and Listening - Outstanding Achievement
Reading - Outstanding Achievement
Writing - High Achievement
Teacher comment: Soraya is able to follow a series of instructions to complete a task. She communicates effectively with a range of people of various topics. Soraya displays a passion for reading. She reads more complex texts with great understanding. Soraya is able to confidently interpret and discuss texts and other materials. She is able to plan and edit her written work independently. Soraya demonstrates good knowledge of grammar and spelling in her writing. Keep up the good work Soraya!
Mathematics - Overall - High Achievement
Number - High Achievements
Patterns and Algebra - Sound Achievement
Data - High Achievement
Measurement - High Achievement
Space and Geometry - Sound Achievement
Teacher comment: Soraya can link mathematical ideas and use mathematical language to explain how an answer was obtained. She is able to solve number problems by using mental strategies, diagrams and symbols. Soraya can tell the time on the half-hour and quarter to. She is able to divide a collection of objects into halves and quarters. Soraya can name and sort 3D objects.
Science and Technology - Overall - High Achievement
Teacher comment: Soraya is able to discuss and identify ways in which living things grow and change. She can illustrate and label the various stages in the life cycle of an insect.
Human Society and Its Environment - Overall - Sound Achievement
Teacher comment: Soraya can recount an important family celebration. She is able to explain why a personal or family event is significant. Soraya shows an interst in learning about different cultural traditions and customs.
Personal Development, Health and Physical Education - Overall - Sound Achievement
Teacher comment: Soraya participates in sports and games. She demonstrates fair play and co-operation in groups. Soraya can identify and discuss ways tokeep safe near the water. She is able to describe ways to keep healthy.
Creative Arts - Overall - Sound Achievement
Teacher comment: Soraya enjoys performing dances. She has an understanding of body movement and expression. Soraya creates artworks using a range of techniques and materials.
General comment: Soraya is a confident and bubbly class member. Her extensive general knowledge is a valued asset to the class. Soraya's inquisitive nature generates meaningful and worthwhile discussions. She interacts well with her peers. Soraya displays good leadership qualities especially during group work activities. She has achieved a pleasing result this semester. Well done, Soraya!
Aalya's School Report December 2008
English
Participates in short oral presentations on familiar topics - above expected level
Listens attentively - above expected level
Expresses ideas clearly in class discussions - above expected level
Recognises a procedure and describes the main stages - at level expected
Recognises sight words in printed text - at expected level
Hears a sequence of sounds and blends sounds to decode unknown words - at expected level
Constructs simple sentences independently - at expected level
Spells common words accurately in own writing - at expected level
Uses knowledge of letter sounds to spell unknown words - at expected level
Able to write a basic procedure - at expected level
Teacher comment: Aalya listens attentively when others are talking. She willingly answers questions in class. Aalya is an articulate student who is a role model to others. She can give a short speech with confidence and undersands the importance of appropriate body language. Aalya has developed greater confidence in her reading. She is beginning to use her knowledge of blends to decode unfamiliar words. Aalya uses great expression when reading. She has made pleasing improvements in writing. She can write simple pieces of wor independently. Aalya is beginning to develop the skills to use punctuation consistently in her written work.
Mathematics
Counts forwards to 30
Group and share collections of object equally
Describes features of 3D objects using everyday language expected
Estimates and measures the area of various objects
Compare lengths of various objects
Order events in school day
Tell time on the hour
Records findings using pictures and words
Uses mathematical language to explain mathematical concepts
FOR ALL - AT LEVEL EXPECTED
Teacher comment: Aalya has achieved pleasing results in all areas of Mathematics. She displays a sound understanding of number concepts. Since she occasionally reverses numbers, it would be beneficial for Aalya to practise the correct formation of her numbers. She works independently and uses concrete materials to solve simple number problems. Aalya words responsibly and cooperatively in group situations. She willingly asks for assistance when needed. Aalya is developing greater confidence in being able to record her findings in both pictorial and written form.
Science and Technology
Teacher comment: Aalya enthusiastically participated in a unit of word about food. She was able to correctly organise pictures about the digestion of food in our body Aalya investigated and identified some different food groups.
Human Society and Its Environment
Teacher comment: Aalya is able to identify and classify natural and build environments. Aalya is able to orally explain the difference between both environments. She understands the importance of caring for our environment. Aalya can view pictures of various environments and discuss the activities that occur there.
Personal Development, Health and Physical Education
Teacher comment: Aalya is able to identify and discuss the physical changes that have occurred in her body since birth. She is able to name and recognise the various food groups and use this knowledge to create a healthy day menu. Aalya understands the importance of an active lifestyle both at home and at school.
Creative Arts
Teacher comment: Aalya has thoroughly enjoyed the Footsteps program this semester. She is able to copy various dance movements and displays a good understanding of rhythm. Aalya moves freely to music. She is able to follow directions during teacher directed drawing lessons.
General comment: Aalya has made pleasing progress in all areas this semester. She is a confident student who applies herself to all tasks. Aalya always displays a positive attitude towards school. She should be commended on her efforts and achievements this year. It has been an absolute pleasure teaching Aalya and I wish her all the best in Year 1.
English
Participates in short oral presentations on familiar topics - above expected level
Listens attentively - above expected level
Expresses ideas clearly in class discussions - above expected level
Recognises a procedure and describes the main stages - at level expected
Recognises sight words in printed text - at expected level
Hears a sequence of sounds and blends sounds to decode unknown words - at expected level
Constructs simple sentences independently - at expected level
Spells common words accurately in own writing - at expected level
Uses knowledge of letter sounds to spell unknown words - at expected level
Able to write a basic procedure - at expected level
Teacher comment: Aalya listens attentively when others are talking. She willingly answers questions in class. Aalya is an articulate student who is a role model to others. She can give a short speech with confidence and undersands the importance of appropriate body language. Aalya has developed greater confidence in her reading. She is beginning to use her knowledge of blends to decode unfamiliar words. Aalya uses great expression when reading. She has made pleasing improvements in writing. She can write simple pieces of wor independently. Aalya is beginning to develop the skills to use punctuation consistently in her written work.
Mathematics
Counts forwards to 30
Group and share collections of object equally
Describes features of 3D objects using everyday language expected
Estimates and measures the area of various objects
Compare lengths of various objects
Order events in school day
Tell time on the hour
Records findings using pictures and words
Uses mathematical language to explain mathematical concepts
FOR ALL - AT LEVEL EXPECTED
Teacher comment: Aalya has achieved pleasing results in all areas of Mathematics. She displays a sound understanding of number concepts. Since she occasionally reverses numbers, it would be beneficial for Aalya to practise the correct formation of her numbers. She works independently and uses concrete materials to solve simple number problems. Aalya words responsibly and cooperatively in group situations. She willingly asks for assistance when needed. Aalya is developing greater confidence in being able to record her findings in both pictorial and written form.
Science and Technology
Teacher comment: Aalya enthusiastically participated in a unit of word about food. She was able to correctly organise pictures about the digestion of food in our body Aalya investigated and identified some different food groups.
Human Society and Its Environment
Teacher comment: Aalya is able to identify and classify natural and build environments. Aalya is able to orally explain the difference between both environments. She understands the importance of caring for our environment. Aalya can view pictures of various environments and discuss the activities that occur there.
Personal Development, Health and Physical Education
Teacher comment: Aalya is able to identify and discuss the physical changes that have occurred in her body since birth. She is able to name and recognise the various food groups and use this knowledge to create a healthy day menu. Aalya understands the importance of an active lifestyle both at home and at school.
Creative Arts
Teacher comment: Aalya has thoroughly enjoyed the Footsteps program this semester. She is able to copy various dance movements and displays a good understanding of rhythm. Aalya moves freely to music. She is able to follow directions during teacher directed drawing lessons.
General comment: Aalya has made pleasing progress in all areas this semester. She is a confident student who applies herself to all tasks. Aalya always displays a positive attitude towards school. She should be commended on her efforts and achievements this year. It has been an absolute pleasure teaching Aalya and I wish her all the best in Year 1.
Thursday, December 04, 2008
Tuesday, November 04, 2008
Saturday, November 01, 2008
1ST NOVEMBER 2008
Bruce and I took the girls to see the Sea Sculptures at Bondi Beach. It was quite a climb, so I decided that when we'd walked upwards for an hour we would turn around and go back to the beach for lunch of fish and chips. The girls really enjoyed the sculptures as you can see in the photographs.
Just outside the Pavillion.
Mu doing the "Mr Bruce" walk.
It's a Mu! A rare species seen in Bondi.
1) The Bush Ranger 2008 by Campbell Robertson-Swann
2) The First Agreement by Anton McMurray
"Now that you are here, perhaps we can begin"
Missed number 3 somehow!
4) The Drifter by Stephen Marr
"This piece is made from a "New Age' material and represents an
immigrant arriving to bring their culture to our shore"
5) Gone by Natalie Windsor
"Red fabric has been wrapped all over the rock so you can no longer see it. The red colour makes you look at the large shape on the rocks. Even though you can't see the actual rock you know something is under the fabric and you might ask yourself "What was there before?"
7) Cold Comfort by Mark O'Ryan
"Sculpture can be fun for our minds. We all know cushions are soft and ballonos are light, but what if they are made out of metal? Sculpture can sometimes play tricks."
8) Spheres by Spohie Hoppe
"This is a big bubble around a shiny white ball which oscillates inside with the waves. The little ball glows in the dark. At night it can be seen dancing in the waves like an ocean fairy."
9) Plug-in by Sally Kidall
"These electric plugs are not permanent sculptures. They are designed to
respond to their new environment"
10) Floating Memories by John Ramsay
"The idea is that you are connected to the sea by a line whose mysteries
will unfold via the telgraphic signals of the brightly coloured fishing floats.
11) Transfiguration 'screw' V! by Mitsuo Takeuchi
"This sculpture is like a sprout growing strongly resisting the
forces of nature.
13) Underfoot by Jane Becker
"These creatures live in our drains and waste systems where people don't usually look. Yet they are strangely beautiful. I made them to remind myself that things of wonder and value exist everywhere - even inside and underneath"
14) Talisman by Jock Clutterbuck
"This is a lucky charm sculpture, a big piece of lucky jewellery which looks like it was
made in ancient times and is surrounded by a force field of curiosity"
15) Dry docks - they're shipping it in by Alexandra Byrne
"This sculpture is made from an old watertank which I changed. It looks a bit like a boat and makes me think of the drought and people who need and use water in Australia"
16) Butterfly effect by Fracois Uzan
"The world is a hurricane when it reaches you. Even small things can make big changes"
17) Sky catcher 11 by Bob Emser
"I am trying to catch the sky!"
18) Imagine by Emma Anna
"An upright standing body could replace the missing "I" to spell out 'imagine'. The work suggests that we can create anything (real or fantastical) by harnessing the power of our imagination. Therefore everyone is an artist"
19) The beginning by Ludwig Micek
"Just imagine this very special tree with very special fruit that when ripe, falls off, breaking the shells and disintegrating. Inside the stone is a face, and then....you make up the rest of the story....
20) Every dog has it's day by Geoff Harvey
21) Revelation II - Strata by Kath Podger
"Have you ever looked at a rock face? How time is layered in slanted lines and history is revealed. In this sculpture each layer is different and unique."
22) Nexus by Alex Kosmas
"A bronze tree in the shape of a boat which is anchored to the ground. This represents our connection to the natural environment"
The girls enjoyed playing in the sand while Mr Bruce went off and bought some lunch.
Bruce and I took the girls to see the Sea Sculptures at Bondi Beach. It was quite a climb, so I decided that when we'd walked upwards for an hour we would turn around and go back to the beach for lunch of fish and chips. The girls really enjoyed the sculptures as you can see in the photographs.
Just outside the Pavillion.
Mu doing the "Mr Bruce" walk.
It's a Mu! A rare species seen in Bondi.
1) The Bush Ranger 2008 by Campbell Robertson-Swann"Here is Ned Kelly the Bushranger"
(with Soraya enjoying the 'art')
2) The First Agreement by Anton McMurray"Now that you are here, perhaps we can begin"
Missed number 3 somehow!4) The Drifter by Stephen Marr
"This piece is made from a "New Age' material and represents an
immigrant arriving to bring their culture to our shore"
5) Gone by Natalie Windsor"Red fabric has been wrapped all over the rock so you can no longer see it. The red colour makes you look at the large shape on the rocks. Even though you can't see the actual rock you know something is under the fabric and you might ask yourself "What was there before?"
7) Cold Comfort by Mark O'Ryan"Sculpture can be fun for our minds. We all know cushions are soft and ballonos are light, but what if they are made out of metal? Sculpture can sometimes play tricks."
8) Spheres by Spohie Hoppe"This is a big bubble around a shiny white ball which oscillates inside with the waves. The little ball glows in the dark. At night it can be seen dancing in the waves like an ocean fairy."
9) Plug-in by Sally Kidall"These electric plugs are not permanent sculptures. They are designed to
respond to their new environment"
10) Floating Memories by John Ramsay"The idea is that you are connected to the sea by a line whose mysteries
will unfold via the telgraphic signals of the brightly coloured fishing floats.
11) Transfiguration 'screw' V! by Mitsuo Takeuchi"This sculpture is like a sprout growing strongly resisting the
forces of nature.
13) Underfoot by Jane Becker"These creatures live in our drains and waste systems where people don't usually look. Yet they are strangely beautiful. I made them to remind myself that things of wonder and value exist everywhere - even inside and underneath"
14) Talisman by Jock Clutterbuck"This is a lucky charm sculpture, a big piece of lucky jewellery which looks like it was
made in ancient times and is surrounded by a force field of curiosity"
15) Dry docks - they're shipping it in by Alexandra Byrne"This sculpture is made from an old watertank which I changed. It looks a bit like a boat and makes me think of the drought and people who need and use water in Australia"
16) Butterfly effect by Fracois Uzan"The world is a hurricane when it reaches you. Even small things can make big changes"
17) Sky catcher 11 by Bob Emser"I am trying to catch the sky!"
18) Imagine by Emma Anna"An upright standing body could replace the missing "I" to spell out 'imagine'. The work suggests that we can create anything (real or fantastical) by harnessing the power of our imagination. Therefore everyone is an artist"
19) The beginning by Ludwig Micek"Just imagine this very special tree with very special fruit that when ripe, falls off, breaking the shells and disintegrating. Inside the stone is a face, and then....you make up the rest of the story....
20) Every dog has it's day by Geoff Harvey"My dog sculptures are large steel drawings made for the landscape. When I was a kid I always wanted a dog but because we lived in a flat I was never allowed to have one. Now I make hundreds of them and my house and garden has many."
21) Revelation II - Strata by Kath Podger"Have you ever looked at a rock face? How time is layered in slanted lines and history is revealed. In this sculpture each layer is different and unique."
22) Nexus by Alex Kosmas"A bronze tree in the shape of a boat which is anchored to the ground. This represents our connection to the natural environment"
The girls enjoyed playing in the sand while Mr Bruce went off and bought some lunch.
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Monday, October 13, 2008
Sunday, September 21, 2008
Friday, June 27, 2008
Saturday 27th June 2008
I haven't blogged any photos for a while and thought the Grandparents might enjoy some photos of their darlings. The girls had some new tops, so we photographed and we voted on which photos made it...15 out of 17 got the tick, so you get to see 15 photos. They're just adorable, but you probably already know that!!!
love AD xx
I haven't blogged any photos for a while and thought the Grandparents might enjoy some photos of their darlings. The girls had some new tops, so we photographed and we voted on which photos made it...15 out of 17 got the tick, so you get to see 15 photos. They're just adorable, but you probably already know that!!!
love AD xx
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