The second semester has continued to be an amazing time for teachers and children at the Ronghua campus. As all continue to explore the space and make use of the incredible facilities the year levels have continued to embrace the learning communities in a variety of ways. We have also been able to enjoy some wonderful events in the first few months.
The Year 2s gave an incredible performance through their Violin assembly. Presenting parents and families with a vibrant and engaging culmination of their work and efforts in violin practice. The Year 1s, while preparing for their own Violin Assembly, went on an amazing field trip recently, exploring the remarkable Biofarm. Here the children were able to explore a working farm, gain a greater understanding of how people are working to create a more sustainable, environmentally conscious and healthy way of farming and producing food. For many it was also the first time coming into contact with farm animals; pigs, goats and rabbits, and being given the opportunity to interact and feed these creatures. The field trip included a farm fresh lunch and the children were able to bring home some fresh produce to share with their families. The children all came back enthusiastic and highly engaged by their experiences.
As the year heads towards the end of an amazing and fulfilling year for the 2 year levels, the Year 2s are making preparations for the transition to Year 3, back at Hongqiao campus. A transition visit is planned towards the end of the year and some of the Year 3 teachers have also been visiting the Ronghua campus to gain a greater sense of how these children are being engaged in an open learning community. As plans are being made for the new school year, it is wonderful to see the work going in for the completion of the current one.
Lower Primary Coordinator β David BURTON