The above quote reminded me of the children this week. They did show such courage, strength and wisdom on our visit to St Bedes on Monday. The theme of the day was, ‘Let your light Shine,’ and they certainly did. Their behaviour was impeccable and they contributed fully in all the songs and prayer activities. They were just beautiful.
Funnily enough, we have started our Science topic on Light this week too! Children carried out an experiment involving boxes, objects and torches - and discovered that darkness is the complete absence of light. They also discovered that light travels in straight lines, unlike sound which travels in waves. More to follow next week, culminating in a celebration of the topic by making a shadow puppet theatre.
Viking day was spectacular! Thanks so much for all the effort that went into costumes at this busy time. Children wrote their names and messages in Viking runes. They made a video all about the true Vikings, from what we have discovered in our History lessons - which ends with our special Viking dance (see below)
In other news, we have finally finished fractions. We have been in the Viking Cosmos well and truly in English, where we have practised our reading comprehension skills with so many lovely Viking myths.
Children now know who their next teacher will be in Year 5 - Mr Cornwell. They have spent the morning with him in Year 5, getting familiar with routines and finding out a little more about him. I always feel a little sad at this time of year. I will really miss teaching your lovely children - they are a really special bunch.
Let’s Celebrate!
This week, Gabriella has received a Roger Robin certificate for being a kind girl and stopping and thinking before reacting.
Michael has also received a Roger Robin certificate for noticing when people are in need and helping them without hesitation. You even gave someone your own prayer beads to keep. How delightful.
Intentional and Prophetic butterfly
This week we thank Theo for noticing the good in others
Notices
Monday 10th July- TIME CHANGE: Parents are invited at 2:30pm into school to watch Year 4 and Year 5 Clarinet concert. Please ensure all children have their clarinets. The children really look forward to showing you what they can do.
Friday 14th July. GREEN DAY. Please bring £1 and you can wear green! This is set up by the Eco-Council to raise money for recycling bins in school
Also Friday 14th July Parent occupations day. Parents involved, I will send you out the questions the children have come up with this weekend so you can think about your responses if you like - or you can just be spontaneous!
Thursday 20th July We break up for Summer at 2:00pm
Have a lovely weekend,
Mrs Lyons, Mrs Mather and Miss Hennessey