Lockdown Practice

To make sure we are ready for any situation, the whole school had a practice on what to do in case of a Lockdown.

Today we learned that there are two types of situation. One is called "Evacuation" and the other is called "Lockdown".

In case of an "Evacuation", we calmly go out of the classroom and meet at the school assembly point (Cricket Pitch).

In case of a "Lockdown", we calmly stay in our classroom and lie on our tummy in the middle of the room. We do this until Mrs. Trotter, Mrs. Martin or Mrs. Hall release our class. When released we them go out and meet at the assembly point.

Showing CARE in the Library

This fortnight the school's focus is on showing the CARE values in the Library.

As a class, we discussed what this means and we decided on how it should look.

1.) We wait outside for our turn. (Quietly and Sensibly) 

2.) When we choose a book, we choose sensibly. (No voice)

3.) After choosing, we find a sensible place to read the book.

4.) After reading, we return the book where we got it from.

5.) To borrow a book, we line up sensibly and wait our turn.

Singing the School Song

The year 1's has been practicing singing our school song. Here we are singing, hope you like it :)

Music Breakout

This term for Music Breakout, we have been learning our new School Song. It is called "Hope".

Here is the Senior Kapahaka group performing the school song.

School Song - Hope

Lyrics

Hope

Taitapu……te wāhi nei

Kō te kura Oaklands

Aue Aue

Kō mātou tamariki

E tū mai nei

Me ngā kaiako e awhi

Tō mātou ako

I ngā mea ō te Ao

Kia manawanui….nui

Taitapu .……te wāhi nei

Kō te kura Oaklands

Aue Aue

He aha te mea nui ō te Ao

He tangata,he tangata

Kō mātou …..ngā tāngata x2

( kimihia tō kaha x2 )

New Zealand Shake Out

Last Thursday, Oaklands School participated in the nation wide "Shake out". We  learned that no matter where we are or what we are doing, we need to stop, drop and do the turtle shape in case of an earthquake.

Here is Room 19 in action.

Art Murals

During Term 3, the whole school was working on producing Art Murals. To produce the murals each class had to collaborate with others. Rooms 18 and 19 work with Rooms 5 and 6. Here is the mural we produced.

Our mural represents the transition from Kakano to Kauri.

Here are some of the murals on display.

Come and visit Oaklands School to see them in person :)

Teacher's Band

Last Term, Oaklands School was very lucky to get a SUPERSTAR band visit and perform during an assembly. The performance was exciting and jaw-dropping. We hope they come back to visit soon.

Fine Motor Group

Specialty Breakout Monday

This Term, the Fine Motor Group has been working on getting our grip stronger. To achieve this we have been doing activities that gets our hands stronger.

Here we are in action.


Mask Making

Marble Painting

Cue-tip Painting

Fitness

For fitness this Term we have been learning how to skip rope.

We learned how to:

1. Find the right size skipping rope.
2. Measure a skipping rope.
3. And of course SKIP.

Transitions

This week our focus for our values lessons have been how we move around during transitions (moving from one place to another).

Here are the rules and expectations we discussed:
1.) Keep our hands and feet to ourselves (Keep everyone safe)
2.) Use our NO VOICE (So we do not disturb other classrooms)
3.) Keep up with the child in front of us. (So we do not get left behind)
4.) Look in front (So we can see any obstacles or dangerous things)

Numicon Sessions

Numicon

Did you guys know that Mrs Ward is a wiz at Maths? Mrs Ward has been very kind, sharing her knowledge of how to use Numicon during Maths. The children have really enjoyed her sessions, making learning fun and meaningful. Here are some photos!!!

Room 18 and 19 PE Treat

PE Treat

Rooms 18 and 19 have been working really hard on taking care of the class' sports equipment. As discussed, the children will get a treat if all the sports gear are present and accounted for. This challenge was achieved by Rooms 18 and 19, so here is our treat.

YAY!!!

Keep up the great work Rooms 18 and 19.

Mr Horn's Present

Best Day of Mr. Horn's Life

If you do not know by know, Mr Horn is away to Canada getting ready for his big wedding day. 

To keep us updated, Mr Horn has been sending some photos.

All of the Year 1 children have been working hard in practicing singing "Best Day of My Life by the American Authors. Here is the end result of all our hard work.

All the best Mr Horn! Hope you have the best day of your life.

Goal Programme (Update)

The Room 18 and 19 Goal Programme

The goal programme between both rooms is still going strong with most children achieving their goals left and right. It is great to see the progress all the children have made during their short time at school. Please continue the great hard work you have been putting in and out of school.

Keep it up the GREAT work Year 1s.

Term 3 Updates and Development

Ukulele Lessons

Ukulele lesson on Monday has been really popular for the Year 1 children. It is great to see children learning to play ukulele through sing-a-long and fun. The children have learned how to correctly hold a ukulele, as well as strumming to a constant beat. If you would like to join please come and see Mr Sy in Room 19.

(Here we are in action!)

New Library Corner

This is Room 18 and 19's new and improved Library Corner. In our new Library Corner we have 2 bookshelves, full of our favourite stories, as well as cushions and a couch. In this area will will use our no voice, this is so we do not disturb the learning of our friends.

(Before)

(After)

Term 3

Welcome back to the new Term. I hope everyone has had a good relaxing break away, ready for more learning and fun this Term.

Firstly, I would like to welcome Elon Scheuer to Room 19. Elon is transferring from Albany School. He has had a good first week with us already making numerous friends in a short time.

I would also like to congratulate Zach Wallace who earned his Bronze CARE Certificate.

This week we launched a new collaborative reading programme. This involves the children collaborating with children from Rooms 15, 16, 17 and 18. This has been a success and the children are getting more from their reading sessions, as it is more specific and targeted to their needs.

Breakout is also getting boost with Cooking Breakout starting this term. Cooking Breakout will be on every Thursday of the week.

Here are some photos from the first cooking session.

More exciting news coming soon!! Make sure to visit next week.