This week we used drama to retell the story of Zacchaeus. We focused particularly on how being with Jesus changed him! The children all pretended that they were a Jewish person, while Zacchaeus went around taking money from them, more than he should have been taking! We had lots of very serious, angry faces forwards the unfair tax collector.. we have many budding actors! We have chosen to base our assembly around this bible story as we have continued to think about our Catholic Social teaching, “Option for the poor”. During our snack times we have been enjoying talking about our CST, “Option for the Poor” and the children have decided on two ways we could help. The first is our own Food bank, and so we have now created a dedicated space in our class for any food donations. Each half term we will send these items to a local food bank to help our community. Thank you to Hope, who has already kicked this off bringing in spare tins from home, all off her own back! The second idea is a penny pot. This is for any loose change we may have. Once this pot is full we will look to see which charity we as a class would like to donate our pennies to.
Going deeper in conversation
Last week we thought about the character strengths we hold. This week I want you to think about which character strength you want to develop…
Magic moments
Although it may have been cold this week during our PE outside, it was wonderful to see their teamwork skills! The children worked so well together, encouraging their team and celebrating others. Each one of them has really developed their throwing, catching and kicking skills this half term and their confidence is shining!
Let’s Celebrate
A huge well done to Leo who has been an enthusiastic Bobby Bee! Leo, your enthusiasm for learning has been so wonderful to see and we have enjoyed watching you join in with our class discussions; sharing your thoughts and observations with more confidence. Learning new things is exciting, thank you for sharing your enthusiasm with us all! Well done Leo!
A huge well done to Eddie who has received the Star Virtue award this week. Eddie, you demonstrate your eloquence and truthfulness on a daily basis. From taking the time to greet others, ask about their day and wish them a lovely evening; to recognising why it is important to speak truthfully, even when that might be hard. These qualities help to create a calm, happy and safe classroom environment and set such a wonderful example to others. Thank you for shining so brightly just by being you. Well done Eddie!
Reminders
Our class assembly: On Tuesday 10th February it is our class assembly starting at 9:10/9:35. Today the children have come home with a line to learn. Please practise these at home with big clear story telling voices so we are ready to practise on Monday! We’ve had fun practising these in class today and expression is very much encouraged!
Parents meetings: Thank you to everyone who has already made an appointment. For those who have not yet, please email with some preferred times. Parents day is on Friday 13th February.
Cold weather: Remember to bring all those warm layers: coats, hats, gloves and scarfs!
Snacks: A gentle reminder that as a school we are trying to reduce waste. At the start of the year we set out on a mission to bring any snacks into school in reusable containers. Please continue to help us with this, sending all snacks in reusable plastic containers. Thank you!
Emails:
c.bassett@ourladystarofthesea.lancs.sch.uk
s.hartley@ourladystarofthesea.lancs.sch.uk