SPECIALIST
Welcome to the Term 4 learning for STEM. This term, the students will be engaging in Scientific Journals, different types of animations, Augmented Reality and 3D Printing.
The students will be using programs such as AR Makr, Stop Motion Studio, Reality Composer and Tinkercad.
RECEPTION
Students will be introduced to scientific journals, where they will record the details of their observation of different types of pollution and conduct scientific experiments.
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Students will be exploring Augmented Reality (AR) by placing their digital creations in the real world environment. Students will learn that living things require their needs to be met for survival Students will then use the engineering process to design a digital enclosure for an animal and display it using the Augmented Reality software, ‘AR Makr’.
Students will be introduced to Digital Animation. Students will create their own hand drawn artwork and upload it to an artificial intelligence software to create a digital animated puppet where they can animate their character to perform different actions.
Students will be introduced to Stop Animation. Students will be creating a stop motion animation using the software, ‘Stop Motion Studio’ on the iPad. They will demonstrate their knowledge by focusing their stop motion animation around the lunar cycle (Phases of the moon).
Students will be introduced to Stop Animation. Year 4’s will learn and use the software, ‘Stop Motion Studio’ Students will repeat the process of moving 2D or 3D objects slightly and take a photo. By sequencing the images rapidly, students will be able to create the illusion of movement and telling stories
Students will be introduced to the Augmented Reality (AR) design software, ‘Reality Composer’. Students will learn how to prototype and produce AR experiences that overlay students’ own artwork.
Students will be introduced to the 3D design software, ‘Tinkercad’. Students will learn how to manipulate three dimensional shapes and move them on their X,Y,Z axis. Students will incorporate their prior knowledge of the engineering process and develop their own graduation trinket.
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Nicholas Polvere (STEM Teacher).
Welcome to Term 4 in Performing Arts! This term students from R 6 are exploring how the different strands of the Arts Music, Dance and Drama can be integrated to add interest, variety and impact to a performance.
The two strands in Performing Arts are Making and Responding.
Making includes using knowledge, skills and techniques to create and practice short performances that engage an audience and communicate ideas and intentions. Responding includes exploring, analysing and interpreting the performances of others as well as identifying key elements within different musical genres and cultures.
RECEPTION
Students will explore different ways of expressing themselves through music, dance and drama. They will develop their understanding of rhythm, beat and pitch through games, songs and movement activities. Students will experiment with simple technical and expressive skills such as use of contrasting physical and music movements (loud/soft, fast/slow, high/low).
YEAR 1 Students will develop their understanding of rhythm, beat and pitch through games, songs and movement activities. They will use visual and verbal prompts to create short performances, and build their ability to learn, rehearse and perform effectively for an audience. Students will consider how props, costumes and special effects can be used to tell stories or create impact.
YEAR 2 Students will explore elements of the rock and roll genre, including key artists, instruments and musical conventions related to the style. They will consider space, time and relationships with others as they create dance routines and use drama to express an idea. Through games, songs and movement activities, they will build their confidence in performing for others as well as their audience skills.
YEAR 3 Students will incorporate contrasting movements, different levels and different groupings of people in a space. They will build confidence in improvisation across all areas of the arts. Students will develop their ability to respond to the performances of others, including their peers, and consider how sound effects, lighting and editing can be used to create emotion or effect.
YEAR 4 Students will explore elements of the pop music genre, including key artists, instruments and musical conventions related to the style. They will experiment with the use of space, energy and variation of movement across the different strands. Students will develop their ability to respond to the performances of others, including their peers, and consider how sound effects, lighting and editing can be used to create emotion or effect.
YEAR 5 Students will consider the effect of expressive and technical skills used in Music, Dance and Drama, and experiment with creating soundscapes and special effects. They will explore the history and impact of disco music, including key
artists, instruments and musical conventions related to the style. Students will work collaboratively to create, rehearse and perform dance and drama works that communicate ideas or express emotions, and be able to constructively respond to the performances of others.
YEAR 6 Students will explore the history and impact of hip hop music, including key artists, instruments and musical conventions related to the style. They will engage in improvisation activities with growing confidence, and experiment with creating soundscapes and special effects. Students will collaborate to choreograph, rehearse and perform a dance routine that demonstrates the use of space, time and energy effectively to engage an audience.
Special Events this Term
Week 6
Tuesday November 22nd Singing Concert
Wednesday November 23rd Instrumental Music Concert
Week 7
Wednesday November 30th End of Year Concert
Useful Websites Dance Ideas and Activities (Primary): https://www.artslive.com/dance/ Just Dance: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChIjW4BWKLqpojTrS_tX0mg
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Jane McDowellTEACHER: SIGNORA MARIA CATALANO
Benvenuti (Welcome) to Term 4 learning for Italian
This term, the focus is on consolidation of prior learning and experiences of Italian language and culture. Students will also explore connections and differences between Italian and Australian celebrations and cultural practices. The focus will be a virtual journey to Italy, exploring and experiencing its culture, famous landmarks and other delights.
Topic: Andiamo in viaggio virtuoso d’italia. Siete Pronti ?
( Let’s go on a virtual tour of Italy. Are you ready? )
Throughout this topic, students will:
RECEPTION Strand: Understanding language & Culture
Consolidate conversational language previously learnt, through action related talk and play in Italian. Through the story, “La Macchinetta Rossa,” they will explore some Italian landmarks, regions and cultural Italian events and experiences.
YEAR 1 Strand: Understanding language & Culture
Make connections of Italian language and cultural practices in Italy in ways that reflect similiarities and differences in Australia. Through the story, “La Macchinetta Rossa,” they will recognise that music, dance, food, celebrations and games are connected with language and cultural practices of Italians and Australians
YEAR 2 Strand: Understanding language & Culture
Make connections of Italian language and cultural practices in Italy in ways that reflect similiarities and differences in Australia. Through the story, “La Macchinetta Rossa,” they will recognise that people use language in ways that reflect cultural practices of Italians and Australians.
YEAR 3 Strand: Understanding language & Culture
Make connections of Italian language and cultural practices in Italy in ways that reflect similiarities and differences in Australia. Through the story, “La Macchinetta Rossa,” they will recognise and make connections to personal experiences of Italian language and cultural practices in Australia.
YEAR 4 Strand: Understanding language & Culture
Make connections of Italian language and cultural practices in Italy in ways that reflect similiarities and differences in Australia. Through the story, “La Macchinetta Rossa,” they will recognise and make connections to personal experiences of Italian language and cultural practices in Australia
YEAR 5 Strand: Understanding language & Culture
Make connections of Italian language and cultural practices in Italy in ways that reflect similiarities and differences in Australia. Through the story, “La Macchinetta Rossa,” and other
relevant media resources, students will compare Italian language and culture with the language and culture of English speakers in Australia. They will compare and discuss their responses through intercultural conversations.
YEAR 6 Strand:Understanding language & Culture
Make connections of Italian language and cultural practices in Italy in ways that reflect similiarities and differences in Australia. Through the story, “La Macchinetta Rossa,” and other relevant multi media resources, students will compare italian language and culture with the language and culture of English speakers in Australia. They will compare and discuss their responses through intercultural conversations.
Special Events this Term
Useful Websites
Italian Cultural Activities (Cooking, craft making, singing, dancing and more) during Specialist lessons in Weeks 3 &4 (Reception Yr 2: Nov1 3) & (Yrs 3 6: Nov 8 10)
Adelaide Italian Festival (AIF) 11th to 20th November
Italian Cultural Assembly at St Joseph’s School Thurs 17th November
Scopa/Briscola Club every Wednesday at Recess (Wellbeing Piazza)
Coastit.com.au/arcobaleno books/la macchinetta rossa Fuse.education.vic.gov.au
Italy for Kids Fun and facts YouTube https://youtu.be/OyFCT8fgUmc
One day in Italy: 360° Virtual Tour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9wv5oXrWc4Y
10 Best Places to Visit in Italy Travel Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FlRwssZYRM0
TEACHER: Adrian Mastrangelo
Welcome to the Term 4 learning for Physical Education. This term, all students will be participating and preparing for Sports Day. The Junior Primary students will also be engaging in Celebration games / Team games. The Primary students will also be engaging in Striking and Fielding games.
RECEPTION Strand: Movement and Physical Activity.
Sub-Strand: Moving our body; Understanding movement; Learning through movement.
Topics: Sports Day Preparation, Fundamental movement skills, Participates in Celebration games
YEAR 1 Strand: Movement and Physical Activity.
Sub-Strand: Moving our body; Understanding movement; Learning through movement.
Topics: Sports Day Preparation, Locomotor Skills, Object Control Skills, Participates and creates Celebration games and Team games.
YEAR 2 Strand: Movement and Physical Activity.
Sub Strand: Moving our body; Understanding movement; Learning through movement.
Topics: Sports Day Preparation, Locomotor Skills, Participates and creates Celebration games and Team games.
YEAR 3 Strand: Movement and Physical Activity.
Sub-Strand: Moving our body; Understanding movement; Learning through movement.
Topics: Sports Day Preparation, Minor games, Striking/Fielding games
Batting team: to strike the ball away from fielders to allow more running time. Fielding team: to be in positions on the field to stop the ball and reduce running time
Tee Ball Striking and Fielding skills, Game Sense & Teamwork.
YEAR 4
Strand: Movement and Physical Activity.
Sub Strand: Moving our body; Understanding movement; Learning through movement.
Topics: Sports Day Preparation, Minor games, Striking/Fielding games
Batting team: to strike the ball away from fielders to allow more running time. Fielding team: to be in positions on the field to stop the ball and reduce running time.
Tee Ball Striking and Fielding skills, Game Sense & Teamwork.
YEAR 5 Strand: Movement and Physical Activity.
Sub-Strand: Moving our body; Understanding movement; Learning through movement.
Topics: Sports Day Preparation, Minor games, Striking/Fielding games:
Kickball Game Sense and Understanding, Striking & Fielding Tactics, Skills of the game (Kicking, Throwing, Catching and Fielding), Team work.
YEAR 6 Strand: Movement and Physical Activity.
Sub Strand: Moving our body; Understanding movement; Learning through movement.
Topics: Sports Day Preparation, Minor games, Striking/Fielding games: Kickball Game Sense and Understanding, Striking & Fielding Tactics, Skills of the game (Kicking, Throwing, Catching and Fielding), Team work.
Special Events this Term SEDA Sporting Clinics
November 18th Sports Day (Reception Year 6 Students)
PE Week (Week 5)
December 1st Athletics Carnival (Selected Year 3 6 students only)
Useful Websites
• Go Noodle Movement and Mindfulness Videos (https://www.gonoodle.com/)
• Cosmic Kids Yoga Online Yoga videos for kids (https://www.youtube.com/user/cosmickidsyoga)
• Just Dance Online Dancing videos for kids (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChIjW4BWKLqpojTrS_tX0mg)