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Students in 7S have studied have studied the science fiction genre and have written a science fiction story. Theyhave been reading Chinese Cinderella. Students are completing a creative writing unit. After visiting the Artgallery, students are writing poems in response to one of the art works they saw at the gallery. In History, thestudents have been studying civilisations. In term 2, students completed their unit on Ancient Egypt, and aremoving on to spending a brief time studying another ancient civilisation of their choice before their final gradedassessment task, which will be to create their own civilisation.How do they learn?Although we all show preferences for particular learning styles it is valuable, challenging and difficult to engage indifferent ways of learning. At BSC, students do have the opportunity to learn in a variety of ways. Many tasks aredesigned to support the different styles of learning. It is important that we encourage students to use andconsolidate their preferred learning modes as well as encourage them to develop strengths in other learningstyles. To cater for the diversity of learning preferences teachers employ a selection of the strategies that will beable to expand their repertoires of learning preferences. We support visual learners by designing learning andassessment activities that require students to create visual representations of information such as usingdiagrams, graphs, poster and PowerPoint slides. Aural learners are supported by enabling them to explain ideasin detail and by providing them with opportunities to present information orally to groups or the class. Learnerswho prefer reading and writing learn best when they can explain ideas and examples in detail. These students areencourages to organise information lists. Learning and assessment tasks may require students to create writtenrepresentations of information – for example, dot-point summaries, essay plans.As each school year and all students’ transition to secondary school can vary, in February I asked onestudent from each pastoral group to record his/her experiences. I wish to thank Mathilda Cameron’s (7N)for agreeing to share her journey with the school community.Monday 15 th February 2010When I first started at BSC, I had no idea where to go and I kept getting lost trying to find my classes. I wasnervous about doing the wrong thing and getting into trouble. In no time, however I was able to find my wayaround the school. Everything was much easier settling in than I thought it would be. I even made friends quickly.I thought that when I started secondary school I would lose my primary school friends but I have not as we stillspeak to each other. I have made a lot of new friends. I have found that the teachers are helpful and all thestudents are friendly.Thursday 15 th April 2010Now I am used to the school groups and I know where everything is. I have got used to secondary school quickly.At the start of term 2, I knew where to go without asking anyone for help. I have made friends that are even morenew. I have become much more comfortable in my class and with my teachers. My favourite classes now, areSport and PE, Food and English. I enjoy coming to school each day and I look forward to trying plenty of thingsthat I have never done before. I am learning some new things and some of the work is challenging. I will continueto try my best.Tuesday 1 st June 2010I have completely settled into secondary school at <strong>Brunswick</strong> and I am looking forward to the rest of my yearshere. I feel I have made the right choice coming to this school. I have got to know my surroundings. All of thepeople at this school are friendly; everybody has a sense of humour and everyone is there for each other. Everyday there is a different class that I enjoy. Recess and lunchtimes are fun because there are all different thingspeople can do such as play basketball or soccer, use a computer, read a book in the library or just sit around andtalk which is what my friends and I like to do. I still talk to all my old primary school friends but I also have madenew friends. In the Food class, we cook both savoury and sweet treats. They are equally delicious. In P.E., weare learning about the different muscles of the body and we are learning to play basketball. In my SOSE class, wehave just finished studying Ancient China and have moved on to Deserts of the world. I have learned more inmaths in the first two terms of school than I have learned in the whole of last year. This may seem overwhelmingbut it is not because my teacher explains everything very well and in a way that is easy to understand. There arevarious clubs people can join e.g. Book, Art, and Public Speaking Clubs. I went on a book-buying excursion withBook Club and it was fun.Kind Regards,Nadia Cavallin2
FREE Asthma Information PacksThe Asthma Foundation of Victoria has made available new Asthma Information Packs. These packscontain all relevant information and resources to assist the asthma community in understanding asthmaand making informed decisions about their asthma.These packs are targeted to suit individual needs and are available in the following:Parents and Carers of Young ChildrenParents and Carers of School Aged ChildrenTeenagersTo order your FREE Asthma Information Kit please contact the Asthma Foundation of Victoria’s Helpline on 1800 645 130 oremail advice@asthma.org.auAsthma & WinterWith the winter months approaching, it is important to be aware of any changes in your asthma andtriggers that can affect your asthma. The following are some tips that may help you or a family member:ASTHMA ACTION PLANMake sure your written Asthma Action Plan is up-to-date. If needed, visit your doctor for a review of yourasthma, what to do if symptoms worsen, and how to cope with an asthma emergency.MEDICATIONSCarry your blue reliever medication at all times. It is recommended that you take your usual dose ofreliever medication before going out on cold, windy days to reduce the effects of exposure.TRIGGERSA sudden change in temperature, such as cold air or windy days can be a trigger for some people withasthma. Wearing a scarf over your face will help to warm the air before you breathe in. Avoid smoke fromfireplaces and other indoor triggers such as pet allergens and dust mites.ILLNESSWinter is the season for colds and influenza. The Asthma Foundation of Victoria recommends thateveryone with asthma should have a flu injection as people with asthma are at greater risk of developingcomplications from influenza.For further information please contact the Asthma Foundation of Victoria on 1800 645 130 or email advice@asthma.org.au
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