In maths, Stage Three has continued to build their gymnasiums and have been further

investigating possibilities by applying concepts of volume and capacity and 3D

objects. Students have been learning about the difference between volume and
capacity and how to use formulas to work out the volume of different 3D objects.
Through playing barrier games, students were able to successfully identify and label
characteristics of different cuboids. Students have also enjoyed experimenting with
different nets and making connections with 3D shapes in the real world.
In preparation for class speeches, Stage 3 have been practicing different techniques in
standing, breathing and reading to assist with our manner, matter and method. Students
are very excited to be presenting their class speeches in week 7.
For Science week, Stage 3 students researched forces required to fly aeroplanes in
class then they were challenged to design and make the best plane using cardboard and
straws. On Thursday 17 August, students worked with their parents and carers to
further design, build, refine and test their paper planes.
Creative arts lessons have included studies of Van Gough’s Starry Night and re-
creating this wonderful masterpiece. Stage 3 have also been looking at using symbols
in Aboriginal artworks to re-tell Dreamtime stories.
During computer lab time, Stage 3 has been learning and refining many skills in basic
desktop publishing. They have been working on things like word processing, desktop
publishing, using databases, spreadsheets, tables and general internet use as well as
learning some handy keyboard shortcuts along the way.
Stage 3 paraded proudly around the library quad for Book Week on Thursday 24
August. What a great event it was seeing all of the different book characters that
students dressed up as! It was an extremely enjoyable event for all!
In PDH, Stage 3 have been learning about how the four strategies to being an
upstander.
We are all looking forward to the upcoming Freaky Forces science incursion, seeing
our parents and carers at the NAIDOC Week writing showcase in week eight, and
taking part in the colour run, also in week 8. What a fun-filled term we’re having full
of wonderful experiences!