Hello and welcome to term 4,

We have a very busy term ahead of us with camp fast approaching in 2 weeks, reporting, market stall at the duck ponds and graduation, there is no time to breathe.

Students have been producing some amazing work in their literacy groups, especially around comprehension and composing short stories.

During our Maths lessons, students have continued their focus on location with particular focus around the local community.

Market Garden

Our market garden students have been productive in the garden picking fresh produce and selling their fresh produce to staff member s around the school.

Paper making.

As Christmas draws nearer, the paper making students have been experimenting with shapes and colour and creating some wonderful gift tags and decorations. They are amazed with the way the food colouring spreads through the paper and fades as it dries. The group would like to have flower seeds in our mix so the cards and decorations can be planted and grow after they have been used.

Market Enterprise

Students have been learning new skills in macrame, sewing and have been busy sorting clothes as well as other items to sell at our market stall on Sunday 5^th November. Those students participating in this subject will receive a permission note home shortly with a time table attached on times students have been requested to help.

Sport in the Community

We have been building on team skills participating in handball, there has been great turn taking and eye hand coordination amongst our students. Our Tuesday walking group are enjoying the circuit we have been walking and look forward to our weekly walks.

Hospitality Bunnings Visitor

We had a visit from Sonia, the café barrister from Bunnings, her visit was a valuable experience for the hospitality students. She shared her expertise and helped the students perfect their drink making skills. With her guidance, the students were able to create delicious and high-quality beverages.

After the visit, the students started selling their drinks to the staff members. The response from the staff has been overwhelmingly positive. They have praised the students for their excellent customer service and the taste of the drinks.

Working in this simulated environment has provided the students with a unique opportunity to apply their knowledge of maths and english. They have been responsible for managing inventory, calculating costs, and creating promotional materials. This hands-on experience has helped them develop practical skills that are essential in the hospitality industry.

In addition to the technical skills, the students have also learned important skills such as communication, teamwork, and problem-solving. They have interacted with customers, handled various situations, and resolved any issues that arose. These skills will be valuable not only in their future careers but also in their personal lives.

Camp

Camp is fast approaching, you will have received a packing list, student behaviour contract and private vehicle permission, please read these documents carefully and return to school asap. As we are away for Halloween, some students have asked if we can dress-up on the Tuesday night. We have decided to have a Halloween disco night, so if your student would like to participate, send a costume along with them (this is optional).

Until next time

Senior Staff

Gavin, Nicky, Kate, Liz, Michelle, Chrissie and Naomi.