Dream Believe Inspire

Jenny Robinson and Shannon Nixon

Early Years Assistant Principals

In room order:Sam Irwin – Team Leader – Sends his apologies!Mel GrindalRebecca AttardDebbie BorgElise HagerTristane WestSarah Ilton – Our Prep Integration Aide

3 Dimensions – Reading / Writing / Speaking and listening

Reading Read aloud simple texts (print and electronic) that include frequently used wordsIdentify and use letter-sound relationshipsUnderstand and use some concepts related to print e.g. word-by-word matching, return sweeps etc.

Write simple texts using simple punctuation, conventional letters and groups of letters

Use spelling strategies that rely on knowledge of letter-sound relationships

Form letters correctly when handwriting and use a range of writing tools and software (and iPads)

Ask and answer simple questions for information and clarification

Contribute to classroom discussions and follow simple instructions

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During the Prep year, students’ are developing fundamental knowledge in the following Numeracy dimensions: Number Space Measurement, Chance and Data Working Mathematically

Early Years online testing for Numeracy / LiteracyAnecdotal notes each learning sessionPre tests/ Post tests to inform our planning

Online programs such as Mathletics and Sunshine Online have curriculum set by classroom teachers to further develop student engagement in learning.

The Walker Learning Approach is a play based and personalised learning and social approach to authentic learning.

This occurs through a variety of authentic and realistic learning areas including:

The writing areaCollageBox constructionBlock ConstructionSensory AreaDramatic PlayReading CentreInterest Areas

The Walker Learning Approach When implemented within the classroom investigations results in:

Higher levels of engagement and motivationHigher oral language skillsIncreased writingIncreased pro-social skillsDecreased behavioural issuesGreater level of personal learning opportunitiesImproved problem solving and creative thinkingIncreased independence and interdependence

•All Prep classes would love parent/grandparent helpers to assist in the classroom and for special events!•Friday 2nd March at 2.00pm: Parent Helper Program held by Tom Goddard.* All parent helpers MUST obtain a Working With Children Check. Application forms are available.•Please note: Unfortunately we are unable to accommodate toddlers if helping in the classroom.

* For further information regarding the Prep Curriculum, please see our Prep Team Notice Board. It is located out the front of Prep Rebecca / Prep Debbie.

iPads and Preps iPad trialPrep buddiesThis year will look like...

Each child will be provided with a pack of resources to support their learning at home. The pack includes:

* Alphabet resource* Laminated sheet with child’s name* Place mat with child’s name in

Victorian Modern Cursive font* A number resource* Learn to lace shoe model* Numeracy information to provide you

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