Dear families and carers,
This week we celebrated the feast of the Assumption, and our staff and students reflected on the incredible impact Mary's life continues to have on us all. Mary's selflessness was reflectived throughout her entire life- a women whose faithfulness, kindness and love continues to impact our lives as Christians today. We welcome Leah and the Corradin family to 3 Red and the Holy Trinity community this week.
A huge thank you to the Community Council volunteers who organised the Treat Tuesday this week. The donuts were delicious! There were many children licking sugar and cinnamon with full tummies across the school!
On Friday we were treated to a peak into what has been happening in Kinder Red. They shared their learning about their inquiry into how choices have the potential to impact an individual, the community and the world around us. Through songs and words they informed the rest of our school community how we too can be water Warriors, Recycling Rangers and Energy Experts. It was wonderful to hear from our youngest learners how we can all make simple choices to make a difference!
Science Week
This week across the school we have celebrated National Science Week. Year 1 have shared their explorations as part of their Science Day.
Year 1 began their day with a fascinating lesson on the role of pollinators in our environment, led by our friends from Questacon. This insight enhanced our exploration of the "How the World Works" unit, which we had started with a visit to an urban farm on Monday.
Next, they delved into the states of matter—solid, liquid, and gas. The students conducted an exciting experiment where they mixed bicarbonate of soda (a solid) with vinegar (a liquid) to create a gas that inflated a balloon. There were many gasps of excitement and a few nervous glances as we hoped the balloon wouldn’t explode!
Year 1 students explored weather concepts by creating their own "weather in a jar." Shaving foam represented clouds, while food colouring simulated rain. As the foam absorbed the liquid, it became denser and began to descend, illustrating how precipitation forms. Watching the colour seep through the foam provided a clear visual of how rain falls from clouds. This hands-on activity made learning about weather patterns both engaging and memorable for the students during Science Week.
A special thanks to Mrs Petersen (Mum of Rosie and Mackenzie) from Questacon who led the activities on pollinators with Kinder and Year 1.
Two Before Ten - Urban Farm Excursion
On Monday Year 1 ventured out to Two Before Ten in Aranda to visit and learn about their urban farm as a provocation to our new unit ‘How the World Works’. The visit began with a delightful treat—a delicious hot chocolate. Throughout the morning, students engaged in learning about the compost cycle, including how our cups were added to the compost bin and then later used as soil. The learners loved hearing about the different types of plants and seasonal fruit / vegetables. It was great to learn about the chefs and the processes they use to deliver a seasonal menu based on what is growing in the garden.
Parent Feedback Survey
Thank you to the families that have completed the Tell Them From Me survey that was posted out last weeek on COMPASS. We value your feedback and would appreciate you taking the time to support us in completing the survey.
The survey is anonymous and you can access the parent survey on your computer or mobile device by using the URL code below:
http://tellthemfromme.com/htps2024
Please note that the survey access will close on Friday August 23.
Leaving Holy Trinity in 2025
This term we begin planning for staffing allocations and classes preparing for 2025. To help with staffing needs, could I please ask that families planning to leave Holy Trinity at the end of this year, (other than our Year 6 students), please fill in the form below:
Leaving Holy Trinity at the end of the year?
As we come to the end of another great week of teaching and learning we look forward to a fabulous weekend.
Prue