5 JUNIOR PREPARATORY FACULTY GRADES 1 - 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . From the Principal’s Office Chantel Lamb This quarter started with a wonderful celebration of reading and World Book Day on 23 April 2024. We had shows, book sales and a Wizard of Oz Dress Up Day in support of our Secondary Faculty production scheduled later in the year. We have enjoyed having parents on campus for our Project Based Learning Showcases and are very proud of what our learners have achieved. We have enjoyed visits from authors, a rescue dog from Fallen Angels, a Teddy Bear’s Picnic, Elmer Day creations and a virtual cookalong with Chef Kerry for our families. Our Grade Threes visited the Secondary Faculty to explore hospitality and decorated a cupcake while learning Afrikaans vocabulary related to this. Takeover Day was once again a hit as our very creative Enrichment team organised exciting activities for the learners. The Grade Ones and Sixes participated in Sport, the Grade Twos and Fives honed their ‘Movie-Making’ skills with the Culture Department and the Grade Threes and Fours designed and problem-solved in our MakerSpace venues. This was an exciting day of collaboration, design, problem solving, critical thinking and a whole lot of fun! Our outings are carefully selected to support what the children are learning in the curriculum. Our Grade Ones went to Wonderdal where the children discovered the world of science, nutrition and nature across a variety of indoor and outdoor activity zones. The Grade Twos visited SANCCOB and learnt more about the rescue, rehabilitation and release of ill, injured, abandoned and oiled seabirds – especially endangered species like the African penguin. Our Grade Threes went to The Alpaca Loom and learnt about the breeding herd and how wool is processed into a finished product. The highlight was witnessing the birth of two alpacas. We look forward to a restful holiday and another jammedpacked quarter when we return to school on Wednesday 10 July. SENIOR PREPARATORY FACULTY GRADES 4 - 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . From the Principal’s Office Lee-ann Steynberg Winter has definitely begun and as we begin to think about holidays we need to take a moment to reflect on a quarter that brought us joy, new experiences and moments to share. Grade 6 learners started the quarter by gazing at the stars and admiring the moon before working on their projects for our Science Expo. Congratulations on their hard work and dedication to achieving strong results for the District Expo. Grade 5 learners discovered more about the world of minerals and mining and developed ideas and thoughts around ways to assist in improving the mining industry. They had fun with Crystal Geodes and shared their research on the World of Gems. Grade 4s explored green screening in Afrikaans and worked on their poetry skills in Drama. They have also been involved in creating beautiful bookmarks for our upcoming Deputy Heads Conference. On 11 June we celebrated International Day of Play. This was the first ever International Day of Play, and marked a significant milestone in efforts to preserve, promote, and prioritise playing so that all people, especially children, can reap the rewards and thrive to their full potential. This initiative was supported by the United Nations. We are looking forward to a well deserved break and returning refreshed and ready to tackle quarter 3 in July. SCIENCE EXPO The Grade 6 Internal Science Expo was held last week Wednesday, 8 May. Our project topic: “Greenwashing: An Experimental Study About The Effects Of Misleading and Deceptive Environmental Claims In Advertising Within The Clothing Industry” was approved in February and I initially wondered why we were asked to start working on it this early considering that it was only due in May. However, once I started the research and planning on the interesting topic we had chosen, I quickly realised that a lot of work was required which explained why we were given three months to complete the project. We were very fortunate to receive a detailed time frame from our Science teacher and this ensured that we were on track to complete the project on time. I must admit that it was a challenge getting started but once we had our Research Plan in place, it became much easier to do and thoroughly enjoyable too! We enjoyed going to the stores to purchase garments for our project as well as interacting with consumers who agreed to complete our questionnaires. My partner and I spent hours working on this project, mostly on weekends and this made me understand and value the importance of teamwork and time management. We were extremely relieved when the final Project Report and poster were done and were very happy with the quality of work we produced. On the day of the Expo, I knew that I was well prepared and that it would be our day to shine and showcase our findings. I must admit though that I was nervous at first to present our project to our esteemed judges but they made me feel very comfortable and it was not as overwhelming as I thought. They were also very impressed with our project and we were very pleased with the positive feedback we received from them. I knew that the quality of projects showcased this year was of a high standard so was very excited and honoured when I was informed that I was selected to represent our school at the District Expo on Saturday, 18 May 2024. I am so grateful that all our hard work and efforts have paid off and so happy that we have been recognised for this. I would like to thank Rain Sun for being such a committed and dedicated teammate. I would also like to thank my Science Teacher, Ms Hodges for all her support and guidance through every phase of the project. Thank you for instilling in me a passion for Science and I am looking forward to doing many more projects in the future. “Reaching Outwards, Growing Minds, Building Futures.” - Saadhil Rampath, Grade 6P MAKERSPACE This quarter, our Maker-space was active with the energy of our Grades 4 to 6 learners tackling real-world challenges through hands-on projects. Grade 4 students explored the strength of shapes in structures, practising with Tinkercad to turn their ideas into 3D designs, which they then built into practical prototypes. Grade 5 took on the mining industry, creating devices to boost mining efficiency and safety with an eye on sustainability and fresh ideas. Using TinkerCAD and recycled materials, they turned their imaginative concepts into reality. Grade 6 was busy experimenting with MaxIQ light and UV exposure meters, analysing their findings, and designing lunar landers inspired by Apollo missions. They also ventured into coding with Micro:Bits and discovered the potential of servos in their creations. These projects sparked teamwork, problem-solving, and a love for discovery, making our Maker-space a lively centre of creativity. We're incredibly proud of what they’ve accomplished and can't wait to see what next quarter brings!
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