Dear Parents,
We trust you have had a fabulous break over the long weekend and settling back into the routines of life in Singapore.
There have been many happenings during the first few weeks back at school after the holiday break. The Swim Scheme has come to a close with the Swimming Carnival last Wednesday a highlight of our year so far. The children have enjoyed the program and have participated enthusiastically.
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| Our wonderful Teacher Assistants during Culture Day - Ms Hani, Ms Nisah, Ms Teo, Ms Jean, Mrs Harrison and Ms Shidah. |
Unit of Inquiry
How We Express Ourselves
Central Idea People create and respond to the arts to express their feelings and ideas.
We will be inquiring into
· Individual responses to music
· The creation of music
· How music is organised
The concepts connected to this unit are Perspective and Function
Perspective
Why do individuals like different kinds of music?
Why do individuals respond to music in different ways?
Why do we link feelings / emotions / mental images with specific types of music and sounds?
How do individuals respond to music?
How do individuals create music?
How do individuals use music to express themselves?
An excellent display of 'homemade' instruments are appearing in classrooms! Sounds like a few bands are in the making.
Some ideas to help at home -
Have discussions about different types of music and how they make you feel.
What types of music do you listen to at home? Why?
Who are your favourite musicians and why?
Sing songs together - make up your own lyrics
Create a 'kitchen' band using pots and pans
Create a 'kitchen' band using pots and pans
Gotcha Awards
The following students have recently won 'Gotcha' awards. Ollie M -2HB, Claudia N -2HA, Lucy S -2RY, Mya D -2HA and Luca C-2CO
Learner Profiles
This term we have been learning about Inquirers and Thinkers.
Inquirers
Being an inquirer means the children develop their natural curiosity.
They acquire the skills necessary to conduct inquiry and research and show independence in learning.
They actively enjoy learning and this love of learning will be sustained throughout their lives.
Thinkers
They exercise initiative in applying thinking skills critically and creatively to recognize and approach complex problems, and make reasoned, ethical decisions.
House Leaders
House Leaders
The house leader points are building up and with the Swimming Carnival points still to be added there could be a change in the order.
DERWENT
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FITZROY
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MURRAY
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LACHLAN
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780
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Meet the Staff
Miss Melissa Walton (Teacher of 2WA)
- I grew up in Melbourne.
- I play in a netball team and enjoy swimming.
- I have one younger brother.
- I love trying new foods from different cultures but do not like spicy foods.
- I can’t wait to explore a bit more of Malaysia these holidays!
Ms Shidah Shariff (Teacher Assistant of 2WA)
- I am a Malay Singaporean
- I have four lovely children
- I love to do volunteer work
- I enjoy playing ten pin bowling
- I like Art
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| Ms Walton and Ms Shidah |
Miss Naomi Gough (Teacher of 2GO)
I am a keen sports person. I used to be the hare (sprinter) but now I am the tortoise. Distance running has become a part of my life since moving to Singapore, and I am currently in training for my first half marathon.
I love to dress up at any opportunity. Singapore had never seen St. Patrick celebrated quite as much as this year!
I have a passion for music and am an avid concert goer, but one of the best things I have ever experienced was to see Michael Jackson live on stage!
The Irish love a good session and I have grown up playing different musical instruments. This year my resolution is to learn the guitar.
I love the ocean and trying out different watersports. Recently I took up surfing and wakeboarding, as well as getting my diving certification whilst in Thailand.
Ms Lay Geok Teo ( Teacher Assistant 2FO)
1. I came from a Christian family and am currently worshipping at the Katong Presbyterian Church.
2. I love working with children and have been with AIS for more than 10 years.
3. I enjoy baking and cooking for family members and friends.
4. I exercise daily to keep fit and healthy.
5. I love to eat hot and spicy food especially fish head curry.
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| Ms Teo |
Ms Fiona Forbes ( Teacher 2FO)
I enjoy running, but struggle in the humidity of Singapore.
I am from Tasmania, Australia.
I am married with two children who also attend the Australian International School.
I enjoy relaxing BBQ's with friends and family in Tasmania
I enjoy caravan holidays with my family and friends (when it is hot enough!).
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| Ms Forbes |
