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Dear Parents,
The other members of the Auburn North staff and I hope you and your families are well.
Last week I received an email from a former Auburn North teacher. The teacher had taught at Auburn North for seven years but left a few years ago to teach in a school much closer to her home.
I would like to share some of her reflections with you. The excerpts are reproduced below.
“Hi Mark,
I hope this email finds you well. It has been a while since I've stepped foot onto the soil of Auburn North. I worked with you all for 7 years of my early career. The staff and students have never been far from my thoughts though. I often think of ANPS and the wonderful beginning it gave me as a teacher.
When I first started at Auburn North and you offered me a position, you told me that I would receive the best professional development experience that any school could offer. I remember you sat in on a lesson and observed my teaching. You always said that you handpicked only the best teachers and that I was one of a few teachers out of many who applied to your temporary position advertisement that was lucky enough to succeed in gaining a position.
What you told me was true. When I worked at ANPS, I received the best professional development. I learnt so much about the art and science of teaching, such as learning intentions, success criteria, explicit teaching, differentiating small group work, and reading instruction.
I had opportunities to visit my colleagues in class to observe and learn. Best of all, we would collaborate on our programs and strive for only the best for our students by analysing student learning data and developing programs and lessons based on the data.
It all gave me the best foundation and helped me become the teacher I am today.
There is still learning that we did at Auburn North years ago that I share with my new colleagues and as a result they benefit from the knowledge that was shared. Auburn North prepared me not only to be a great teacher but also how to use my skills to help and lead others.
I really was very blessed to have worked with so many amazing professionals. I think back on all the people I have worked with, learned with, and taught with. It really is the ‘Best of All Worlds.
I miss the beautiful families, smiling faces of so many different backgrounds and the appreciation of the work that we do. The student behaviour was respectful and responsible.
I think Gold Badge assemblies and Community Festival programs were some of my favourite times to celebrate our students and families.”
The special qualities the former Auburn North teacher has highlighted above certainly were features of our school learning community when she was teaching at Auburn North. Those same special qualities remain features of our school today.
I think all our students, staff, and parents are fortunate to be vital members of our special Auburn North FAMILY.
CLASS REPORTS – KW and 2B
For your reading pleasure please find attached to this newsletter reports that have been written by KW and 2B.
I would like to thank the students in KW and their teacher, Mrs Porter, and the students in 2B and their teacher, Ms Bravo.
Regards
Mark Harris
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2B have enjoyed many fun and engaging learning this term. Students have been making tremendous progress in all areas of learning. We have been learning to write about different countries around the world in literacy and learning about Earths Natural Resources in Science.
Literacy
In literacy in Term 2, students have been writing about information reports about countries around the world. So far, the countries that students have written about included Spain, France, Thailand and Japan. Students have been so excited learning about the different languages, cuisines, landmarks, festivals and incredible interesting facts. 2B have also enjoyed continuing their learning of phonics and reading different books using the Decodable Readers Australia collection.
Numeracy
During maths, 2B students have been learning different addition and subtraction strategies using the jump strategy. We enjoyed a fun and engaging lesson making potions on volume and capacity. Students used resources such as cups measuring the volume of the ingredients to make our potions. 2B are very excited to continue their learning for the remainder of Term 2.
KW Newsletter
It has been an incredible Term 2 in the KW classroom. I am blown away by the OUTSTANDING progress these Kindergarten students have made in their learning.
Reading
In reading, KW students are excitedly working towards their individual reading goals! They are currently learning Level 2 sounds in phonics lessons which they get to apply when they are reading decodable books. All students are able to use their knowledge of letter sounds to blend and read unfamiliar words.
Phonics
Writing
In writing, students have been learning how to write interesting sentences that include capital letters, finger spaces between words and full stops! KW have been practising the skill of sounding out words, to assist them with their spelling. They are also getting so good at using environmental print to assist them spell tricky sight words.
Writing Sample
Technology
Additionally, KW have been developing their technology skills by using iPads to take photos of their writing. They are learning to independently use the Seesaw app to upload these photos to Seesaw. These opportunities have given KW students a feeling of pride as they get to share their writing progress with their wonderful families.
Maths
In maths, students have regular opportunities to count to 20 and count backwards from 10. KW are getting so quick at stating the number after a particular number. We are currently learning how to state the number before a number. Across the term, KW students have learnt a variety of mathematical concepts! They have learnt to subitise numbers to 6, name the days of the week, share objects equally, create equal groups and much more!!
I cannot wait to see the progress KW make in Semester 2! I know they have the motivation and capability to achieve great things.
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| KH | Aisha | 3H | Jibril |
| KH | Zakariyah | 3H | Zimal |
| KH | Mirha Zahra | 3P | Aleena |
| KM | Nouman | 3P | Hussain |
| KS | Mohammad Javad | 3P | Zakaria |
| KS | Sabaa Tosif | 4/3L | Riyadh |
| KW | Aiza | 4/3L | Aamena |
| KW | Maira Fatima | 4/3L | Khadija |
| KW | Elham | 4C | Fiona |
| KZ | Ayden | 4C | Vibutha |
| KZ | Haleema | 4C | Adeena |
| KZ | Hajra | 4C | Fatma |
| 1C | Suleiman | 4C | Uzair |
| 1C | Sadiya | 4HO | Behishta |
| 1C | Sakina | 4HO | Riyon |
| 1M | Umaiza | 4HO | Sasha |
| 1M | Judah | 4HO | Zainab |
| 1P | Arfaan | 4HO | Syed Ibraheem Bin |
| 1P | Arisha | 4HO | Alarah |
| 1R | Ayeza | 5C | Maryam |
| 1R | Ruzgar | 5C | Mikhil |
| 2B | Radhwaa | 5C | Jazib |
| 2B | Ibrahim | 5N | Zaidaan |
| 2L | Azhaan | 5N | Hansa |
| 2L | Humaira | 5N | Minsa |
| 2L | Yaqub | 5N | Prekshya |
| 2M | Sanvee | 5N | Manha |
| 2M | Zain Mohammed Zubair | 5W | Aminah |
| 2M | Haniya | 5W | Narges |
| 2O | Omer | 5W | Eray |
| 2O | Musa | 5W | Emily |
| 2O | Aleena | 6E | Sana |
| 2W | Tong | 6E | Sarah |
| 2W | Jathursan | 6E | MARYAM |
| 2W | Si lin | 6H | Hani |
| 3CD | Vai | 6H | Zoya |
| 3CD | Iram | 6H | Sheza |
| 3CD | Elyas | 6V | Ayan |
| 3H | Amy | 6V | Grace |
| 3H | Aleena | 6V | Ithrat |
| 6V | Jia Long |
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| KH | Tasnim | For showing perseverance when writing interesting sentences about ducks and always checking her work to ensure she has included correct punctuation. |
| KH | Aaron | For independently writing an interesting sentence about dogs using capital letters and full stops. Keep up the good work. |
| KM | Mohammad Taha | For always showing the value of respect by sitting with his 5Ls during learning time. |
| KM | Nouman | For always showing the value of kindness to his teachers and peers. |
| KS | Ibrahim | For showing commitment to improve his reading, |
| KS | Rose | For working hard during maths lessons to identify the number before. |
| KW | Fazalullah Baig | For independently writing an interesting sentence that included a capital letter, finger spaces between words, and a full stop. |
| KW | Hiba | For being an excellent role model for her peers by always following teacher instructions. |
| KZ | Mohammed Suleiman | For demonstrating kindness and friendship when working collaboratively with his peers during all learning activities. |
| KZ | Hajra | For demonstrating increased focus and determination during writing lessons when learning to write a sentence using a capital letter, good spaces, and a full stop. |
| 1C | Yousef | For showing the 21st century learning skills of critical thinking and character when completing a rich task in maths. |
| 1C | Nayla | For showing the 21st century learning skill of communication by confidently sharing her ideas in class discussions. |
| 1M | Hamna | For keeping a detailed diary about the growth of her plant during science lessons. |
| 1M | Umaiza | For successfully demonstrating her fraction skills by cutting fruits in half during our maths lesson. |
| 2B | Radhwaa | For always demonstrating the values of kindness and friendship at school. |
| 2B | Mohammad Hossain | For demonstrating a great level of effort during all learning areas in the classroom. |
| 2L | Syed Muhammad | For approaching all learning activities with outstanding focus and trying his best at all times. |
| 2L | Zawar | For showing enthusiasm in lessons and contributing insightful ideas to class discussions. |
| 2M | James Hoi Yeung | For demonstrating critical thinking skills when modelling halves, quarters and eighths of a collection. |
| 2M | Ammany | For demonstrating kindness and friendship when working collaboratively with her peers in volume and capacity lessons. |
| 2O | Aarav | For demonstrating increased levels of responsibility, in particular with homework. Keep it up. |
| 2O | Omer | For demonstrating sportsmanship in sports by supporting his teammates and always congratulating his opponents. |
| 2W | Sidhant | For being a motivated and enthusiastic student at all times. |
| 3CD | Furqan | For writing a well-structured information report on dinosaurs. Keep it up. |
| 3CD | Omar | For independently spelling challenging words and using them in his writing. |
| 3H | Haroon | For trying his hardest during literacy lessons to independently write an information report on dinosaurs. |
| 3P | Fatimah | For showing character when describing the time as 'quarter past' and 'quarter to' in maths lessons. Well done. |
| 3P | Emad | For being activley involved in all area's of his learning. Keep it up. |
| 3P | Nargis | For successfully identifying angles and classifying them by comparing to a right angle in maths lessons. |
| 4/3L | Grace Hoi Nei | For demonstrating friendship and kindness to her peers by providing assistance when needed. |
| 4/3L | Ryan | For being a reflective learner by looking through work carefully and identifying areas of improvement. |
| 4C | Yusra | For being a dedicated learner that takes pride in all tasks and for applying feedback. |
| 4C | Mohamad | For demonstrating a great level of effort and care to achieve great results in his numeracy assessments. |
| 4HO | Umm Abeeha | For always treating others with kindness, and approaching her learning with enthusiasm and commitment. |
| 4HO | Halit | For his unwavering commitment to outstanding personal performance and character in the face of adversity. |
| 5C | Mahdi | For showing critical thinking in mathematics when identifying and recording coordinates of a given point. |
| 5C | Suhaib | For showing critical thinking when placing mixed numerals on a number line. |
| 5N | Myar | For always willing to help her teachers and peers. Keep it up. |
| 5N | Nuray | For her active participation in all class and small group discussions. Well done. |
| 5W | Nour | For always showing respect and kindness to her peers. |
| 5W | Narges | For showing increased confidence when presenting her insightful ideas to the class in literacy. |
| 6E | Malaez Mohamed | For consistently displaying all the ANPS values and being a great role model for her peers. |
| 6E | Zainab | For demonstrating excellent creativity, vocabulary and grammar skills when completing all writing tasks. |
| 6H | Hasiba | For approaching all learning tasks with both a positive attitude and a commitment to do her best. |
| 6H | Ryan Ihab | For his increased effort in all learning tasks. Keep it up. |
| 6V | Ithrat | For always demonstrating the school values of respect and responsibility and being an exemplary role model for her peers. |
