Foundation
Term 3 - Remote Learning
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Hi Everyone,
Welcome to Term 3 remote learning for Grade Prep at Maiden Gully. As our first week of Term 3 is only three days long, we have tried to make it nice and simple so that you and your child can ease into remote learning. Both teachers and parents are going into uncharted territory during this time and will be working closely together to make sure your children get the best education in the new home schooling environment. Home schooling presents numerous challenges for both parents and teachers with the familiar and comfortable school day routine no longer viable. There will be a period of adjustment for parents, students and teachers while each individual works out the best practices for their environment. The Maiden Gully Prep team would like to thank you for your continued patience during this time while we prepare, organise and implement new teaching strategies. |
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Here is some important information for Term Three:
We understand that it is quite a stressful and anxious time for many families at the moment. We know that many people will be working from home, you may have multiple children in your care etc. We will be following the guidelines of The Victorian Department of Education and Training that schools are expected to meet. For students in Prep, we will be providing a learning program based on the Victorian Curriculum that includes the following:
Please be sure to check Dojo regularly for updates.
Thank you for your continued support,
The Foundation Team
- Please know that you will not need a printer or scanner to complete any of the planned lessons this term in grade prep.
- We will upload our weekly planners each Friday at 2:30pm for the week ahead onto both Google Drive and the Maiden Gully Primary School website, http://www.maidengullyps.com.au/foundation.html.
- Dojo will be our way of communicating with you. If you have any questions, please message you child’s teacher on Dojo as teachers will be checking their messages regularly each school day between 9am-3:30pm with the exception of when they are onsite in the classroom.
We understand that it is quite a stressful and anxious time for many families at the moment. We know that many people will be working from home, you may have multiple children in your care etc. We will be following the guidelines of The Victorian Department of Education and Training that schools are expected to meet. For students in Prep, we will be providing a learning program based on the Victorian Curriculum that includes the following:
- Literacy activities (reading and writing) that take a total of about 45-60 minutes per day
- Numeracy activities: 30-45 minutes per day
- We have also included optional additional activities that you can choose to do with your child if you would like to and have the time to do so.
- We will be using an online library of readers that students will be able to access. New readers will be uploaded weekly for students to access. Teachers will not be going into school to swap over reader books, as per recommendation of the Victorian Department of Education and Training.
- We have included a study ladder account for your child which your teacher will send out to you. Study ladder includes a vast range of different learning activities your child can access.
- Your child’s workbooks and pencil case was sent home before remote learning commenced. If you do run out of pages in a work book, just use A4 white paper as needed.
- Each Grade Prep child will has their own portfolio on Dojo. You will be able to submit work by taking a photo on your smartphone and uploading it. Please know that only you and your child’s teacher will be able to see this work. Your teacher will be able to provide comments and feedback on each submitted task. It is easy and simple to use.
Please be sure to check Dojo regularly for updates.
Thank you for your continued support,
The Foundation Team
Term 3, Week 4
| term_3_prep_week_4_planner.docx |
Term 3, Week 5 |
Google Drive Link
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1UMyqtXfyY23nK28j-CzZsBtOT5HSBjcR
In Google Drive you will find weekly planners, powerpoints, videos and resources.
Daily Home reading
We highly recommend establishing a daily routine for your daily home reading. A regular time and place will help you and your child to remember and enjoy the reading. This is an extremely important part of your child’s education. We have found that the most effective learning occurs with an effective home – school partnership.
Reading Tips
| reading_tips_pdf.pdf |
| Gaining Reading Mileage |
Maths Warm ups
Some suggested warm up games for Maths.
| five_minute_maths_warm_ups_prep_2020.docx |
Term 3, Foundation Overview
| term_3_prep_overview.docx |
Class DojoClass Dojo is one of our major communication methods between Teachers and parent/carers. If you are not already using Dojo via an app on your mobile phone or on a computer, please see your child's teacher who will can email or print an invitation that includes the student code that is required upon sign-up.
Please check your child’s Class Dojo page regularly for any updates. Our Foundation Teachers for 2020Prep C – Paris Craig
Prep W – Siobhan Walkden Prep S – Jamie Stagg Prep M - Bev Martin Prep L - Danielle Lamprell |
Upcoming dates for Term 3
July
13 - Begin Term 3 20 - Prep Information Evening/Tours, 6pm 31 - Curriculum Day CUST Training August 7 - School Photos |