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ProgrammeExhibition

Parent Information Evening

June 2010

Programme

IntroductionThe purpose of the Exhibition

Past studentsThe process in 2010

Advice from past parentsThe role of parents and students

Assistance at schoolQuestions

The purpose of the ExhibitionThe PYP exhibition has a number of key purposes:

● Engage in an in-depth, collaborative inquiry.● Opportunity to demonstrate independence and responsibility for your own learning.● Opportunity to explore multiple perspectives.● Apply learning from previous years and to reflect upon the PYP journey.● An authentic process for assessing student understanding.● Demonstrate how students can take action as a result of their learning.● Unite the school community in a collaborative experience that incorporates the essential elements of the PYP.● Celebrate the transition of learners from the Junior to Middle School

Past Students

We have several past students here tonight to give you an insight from a student

perspective about the Exhibition

Past Students

Past Students

Past Students

The process in 2010So far...

● Further developed their knowledge and understanding of the PYP.● Explored the transdisciplinary theme.● Discussed the four main parts of the theme.● Brainstormed issues surrounding the theme.

Where to next?● Discussing big ideas around the issues.● Deciding on groups based on shared interests.● Writing big ideas to inquire into.● Get stuck into it and have fun!!

Advice from past parents

The role of parents and students

Parents role:

● Help to manage work/leisure commitments.● Help to access resources - primary, books,THEN Internet.● Monitor homework diary daily.● Regular communication about progress.● Keep up to date with notices.● Liaise early with teacher if any problems.

The role of parents and studentsStudents Role:

● Take part fully, from planning to action.● Make decisions on inquiry choice based on interest.● Carry out own investigation as part of a group.● Meet deadlines.● Keep a clear record of the inquiry journey.● Use a variety of sources.● Present and celebrate the journey in creative ways.● Take action and make a difference.

Assistance at school

There are many ways you can help your child throughout the Year 6 PYP Exhibition while at school. These include:

● In-class inquiry assistance● In-class art assistance● Helping groups with their inquiries – accessing primary resources, trips etc.● Proofing student work● Cutting and framing work for display

Questions

We are more than happy to answer any questions that you may have following the

presentation this evening

Contacts

Thank you for attending the session this eveningShould you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact any of the following people:

Sean McDermott 6D smcdermott@kristin.school.nzYvonne Bull 6B ybull@kristin.school.nzLeona Marsh 6M lmarsh@kristin.school.nzTasha Gover 6G tgover@kristin.school.nzRobert Hutton rhutton@kristin.school.nzSharon Fordham sfordham@kristin.school.nz