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TCL Auslan 2024
Dear Families,
As we approach the end of another academic year, we wanted to share some exciting news about a significant shift in our language curriculum that will take place in 2024.
After careful consideration and with a focus on enhancing the learning experience for our students, we have decided to transition from teaching Japanese to Auslan (Australian Sign Language) starting next academic year. This decision comes as part of our commitment to providing a diverse and inclusive education that reflects the rich cultural tapestry of our community.
Why Auslan?
Auslan is a unique and expressive language that plays a crucial role in fostering inclusivity within our school. By incorporating Auslan into our curriculum, we aim to create an environment that celebrates diversity and offers our students a valuable skill set that extends beyond linguistic boundaries. The ability to communicate using Auslan will not only enrich our students' cultural awareness but also equip them with a practical tool for communication in various real-world situations.
Teachers as Co-Learners (TCL) Model
Accompanying this shift in language is the introduction of the Teachers as Co-Learners (TCL) model, a dynamic and innovative approach to language instruction. The TCL model recognises that language acquisition is a collaborative and ongoing process for both students and teachers. In this model, our educators will actively engage in the learning process alongside their students, fostering a shared enthusiasm for language acquisition and creating a vibrant learning community. The whole staff enaged in professional learning on our pupil free day this week and the excitment and enagagement was excellent.
Thank You to Carmel Barry and Lois Booth
We want to take this opportunity to express our deepest gratitude to Carmel Barry and Lois Booth, our dedicated Japanese teachers. Over the years, they have played an instrumental role in developing our students' language skills in Japanese, creating a strong foundation for language learning at our school. We thank them for their commitment, expertise, and passion. Both Carmel and Lois will remain on our staff in other roles.
Looking Forward
We are confident that the transition to Auslan and the implementation of the Teachers as Co-Learners model will open new doors of opportunity for our students. We believe these changes will not only broaden their linguistic abilities but also instill in them a deep appreciation for the diversity that makes our community so special.
As always, we appreciate your ongoing support and partnership in providing the best possible education for our students. If you have any questions or concerns regarding these changes, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.
Kind Regards,
Peta Overbury
Deputy Principal - Learning and Teaching
The Jericho community had a prayer service on Wednesday in the church. St Cecilia’s feast day was recognised, the patron saint of music. The Jericho community sang beautifully, so they did her proud!
The Gospel we heard on this occasion was from Matthew, who told us that Jesus was keen to settle a question that the disciples were having over who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven. Jesus told them that unless they become more child-like, that they would not have a place in heaven.
Sometimes we see an image or a piece of art that really opens up our minds as to what the message is in the bible. I saw these images recently that help with my understanding of what Matthew was saying in this piece.
November
Monday 27th November - Grades 3-6 Athletics Day at Casey Fields 9:00am (Families Welcome)
Monday 27th November - Foundation Students 2024 Visit 4:00pm
Tuesday 28th November - Foundation-Year 2 Athletics Day Casey Fields 9:00am (Families Welcome)
Wednesday 29th November - Leadership Mass -Grades 5 (Bethany) and 6 (Damascus) - 9.15am (Families Welcome)
Thursday 30th November - Grade 5 (Bethany) Aspire Higher Incursion
December
Tuesday 5th December - Christmas Carols and Picnic from 5:00pm (Families Welcome)
Wednesday 6th December - Foundation-Grade 4 Mass - 9:30am (Families Welcome)
Thursday 7th December - Grade 1 (Jerusalem) Water Safety Incursion
Monday 11th December - Grade 5 Group 1 (Bethany) Camp Overnight
Tuesday 12th December - Grade 5 Group 2 (Bethany) Camp Overnight
Tuesday 12th December - Grade 2 (Ephesus) Incursion Hands On Science A&B
Wednesday 13th December - Grade 2 (Ephesus) Incursion Hands On Science C&D
Thursday 14th December - Last day of formal classes Foundation-Grade 6
Thursday 14th December - Grade 6 (Damascus) Students Last Day and Graduation - Geode Centre 6:00pm
Friday 15th December - Foundation-Grade 5 Students Last Day - Clean Up Day (no formal classes)
Please note: For any Pupil Free or School Closure Day - OSHC is available, please make a booking directly with Village OSHC.
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Thanks for coming along and working with our learners!
Check out a short video clip on our school Instagram Page.
Bethlehem Community welcomed Mad About Science to our community.
We have been learning about Matter and how there are three states of matter; solids, liquids and gases. Our investigations included non-Newtonian fluids, that is a fluid whose viscosity, or thickness, changes when force is applied to it such as Oobleck (otherwise known as slime!). We were introduced to dry ice and its effect on other liquids. The incursion was amazing.
King Swim's 'Fast Track' is a 4 day holiday program, this intensive swimming program is a great refresh for children at all levels plus we are offering it at a heavily discounted price to ensure it is accessible to all families.
Tuning in to Kids™ is an evidence-based, emotion-focused group parenting program developed by Mindful from the University of Melbourne’s Department of Psychiatry. The program is composed of 6 two-hour sessions and is designed for parents to better understand their children’s emotional experiences and to create a stronger parent-child relationship.
Please note that Tuning in to Kids is suited to parents who are having difficulties managing their children’s behaviours but it is not designed for families experiencing major crises such as family violence or homelessness situations.
For more information about the program, please view our attached flyer, visit our website or phone us on (03) 5990 1900.
