Hello everyone! I can’t believe we’re already in the final week of Term 2! The weather has certainly improved—just in time for the break. Wishing everyone a safe and wonderful holiday, however you choose to spend it! I have sent home some optional Maths review work to help students refresh their knowledge over the break. Both year groups will have an end-of-unit assessment in the first week back, so I strongly encourage them to complete this a few days beforehand to stay sharp, as a two-week break can feel like a long time away from Maths. This work is for … Ms Temple’s Weekly Update – Term 2 Week 10
Hello everyone, Spring is in the air! We’ve had a wonderful week filled with sunshine and warmth. As we approach the end of the term, the excitement is building, especially with our upcoming trip to the Busan Science Museum! Here is what Year 5/6 have been up to this week: Maths: Year 5 Perimeter and area Spr.4.2 – Perimeter of rectilinear shapes Perimeter and area Spr.4.3 – Perimeter of polygons Perimeter and area Spr.4.4 – Area of rectangles Perimeter and area Spr.4.5 – Area of compound shapes Perimeter and area Spr.4.6 – Estimate area Year 6 Decimals End of Unit … Ms Temple’s Weekly Update – Term 2 Week 9
Hello everyone, It was so lovely to see some of you at the international day on Friday. A special thank you to the PTA, and all who helped, for making this event so fantastic. I’m still full from all the delicious food! Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to take any photos but I’m sure there will be lots in the weekly newsletter this week. Here is what Year 5/6 have been up to this week: Maths: Year 5 Decimals & Percentages Spr.3.14 – Percentages as decimals Decimals & Percentages Spr.3.15 – Equivalent fractions, decimals and percentages Decimals & Percentages End of … Ms Temple’s Weekly Update – Term 2 Week 8
Hello everyone, Here is what Year 5/6 have been up to this week: Maths: Year 5 Decimals & Percentages Spr.3.9 – Order and compare any decimals with up to 3 decimal places Decimals & Percentages Spr.3.10 – Round to the nearest whole number Decimals & Percentages Spr.3.11 – Round to 1 decimal place Decimals & Percentages Spr.3.12 – Understand percentages Decimals & Percentages Spr.3.13 – Percentages as fractions Year 6 Decimals Spr.4.1 – Place value within 1 Decimals Spr.4.2 – Place value – integers and decimals Decimals Spr.4.3 – Round decimals Decimals Spr.4.4 – Add and subtract decimals Decimals Spr.4.5 … Ms Temple’s Weekly Update – Term 2 Week 7
Hello everyone, Thank you to all the parents who attended the Parent-Teacher Conferences. It was a pleasure to share your child’s successes and discuss areas for growth. I truly appreciate these conversations, as they help me better understand how we can all work together to support your child’s learning. Here is what Year 5/6 have been up to this week: Maths: Year 5 Decimals & Percentages Spr.3.4 – Equivalent fractions and decimals Decimals & Percentages Spr.3.5 – Thousandths as fractions Decimals & Percentages Spr.3.6 – Thousandths as decimals Decimals & Percentages Spr.3.7 – Thousandths on a place value chart Decimals … Ms Temple’s Weekly Update – Term 2 Week 6
Hello everyone, It has been wonderful meeting with some of you for our PTCs! If you haven’t had a chance to sign up for a Parent-Teacher Conference yet, I still have available slots next week. However, if that timing doesn’t work for you, feel free to message me anytime to arrange a meeting at your convenience. Here is what Year 5/6 have been up to this week: Maths: Year 5 Fractions B End of unit assessment Decimals & Percentages Spr.3.1 – Decimals up to 2 decimal places Decimals & Percentages Spr.3.2 – Equivalent fractions and decimals (tenths) Decimals & Percentages … Ms Temple’s Weekly Update – Term 2 Week 5
Hello everyone, I can’t believe we are halfway through the year! I hope everyone has had a chance to read their child’s report. This is a great opportunity to celebrate your child’s successes and identify the areas they may need to improve on. Here is what Year 5/6 have been up to this week: Maths: Year 5 Fractions B Spr.2.3 – Multiply a mixed number by an integer Fractions B Spr.2.4 – Calculate a fraction of a quantity Fractions B Spr.2.5 – Fraction of an amount Fractions B Spr.2.6 – Find the whole Fractions B Spr.2.7 – Use fractions as … Ms Temple’s Weekly Update – Term 2 Week 4
Hello everyone, It’s been wonderful to have a full class again! I’m so pleased to see most of the students back to full health, which I’m sure is a relief for you as well. Wishing you all a joyful and memorable Lunar New Year, whatever your plans may be! Here is what Year 5/6 have been up to this week: Maths: Year 5 Multiplication and Division B Spr.1.10 – Efficient division Multiplication and Division B Spr.1.11 – Solve problems with multiplication and division Multiplication and Division B end of unit assessment Fractions B Spr.2.1 – Multiply a unit fraction by … Ms Temple’s Weekly Update – Term 2 Week 3
Hello everyone, What an unusual week it’s been! Many students have been off sick with the various illnesses going around, and I hope everyone is now feeling much better. I also hope you’ve had plenty of time to rest and recover. Despite the smaller numbers in class, the students and I have stayed focused on our learning and enjoyed a week filled with fun and enriching activities. Here is what Year 5/6 have been up to this week: Maths: Year 5 Spr.1.6 – Solve problems with multiplication Spr.1.7 – Short division Spr.1.8 – Divide a 4-digit number by a 1-digit … Ms Temple’s Weekly Update – Term 2 Week 2
Hello everyone, Wishing you all a very Happy New Year! It is great to be back, and we have made a strong and positive start to Term 2. Here is what Year 5/6 have been up to this week: Maths: Year 5 Spr.1.1 – Multiply up to a 4-digit number by a 1-digit number Spr.1.2 – Multiply a 2-digit number by a 2-digit number (area model) Spr.1.3 – Multiply a 2-digit number by a 2-digit number Spr.1.4 – Multiply a 3-digit number by a 2-digit number Spr.1.5 – Multiply a 4-digit number by a 2-digit number Year 6 Spr.1.1 – … Ms Temple’s Weekly Update – Term 2 Week 1
