Monday, December 15, 2008

Aalya looking good in blue.
16TH DECEMBER 2008
Teddies are ready to party!!!!
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!



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.