The Year Ahead Year 4 Success For Every Child August 27th 2015 Mr Matthew Caplin – [email protected] Mrs Alfreda Wright – [email protected] Mrs Emma Gultiano –

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Slide 1

The Year Ahead
Year 4
Success For Every Child
August 27th 2015

Mr Matthew Caplin – [email protected]
Mrs Alfreda Wright – [email protected]
Mrs Emma Gultiano – [email protected]
Mr John McArthur – [email protected]
Ms Allison Stekelenburg/Mrs Louise
Moxon – [email protected]

Mrs Patsy Wong/Ms Margaret Chu

CLASSROOM ROUTINES
Soft Start – Students can come up at 8.15
and need to be ready to start learning at
8.30

On Wednesday, they start the day in the
Mandarin Department

TIMETABLE
PE kit on Mondays and Fridays.
Library as per class

COMMUNICATION
Email is best.
Don’t let issues get too big before you talk to us.
Must let school know if both parents are out of the
territory or there is a change in bus arrangements.

Weekly Newsletter
• A weekly newsletter will be sent via email
• What we have covered this week
• Upcoming events
• Home Learning:
Reflection, flipped learning, preparation for
future learning in school, practical activities

TESTS!
• Formative

UNITS THIS YEAR
How we organize ourselves – Natural Disasters
Sharing the Planet - Adaptation
How We Express Ourselves – Creativity & nature
Who We Are – Beliefs and Values
How the World Works – Simple Machines
Where We Are in Place and Time – Ancient
Civilisations

HOMEWORK
1.The purpose of any homework is to consolidate or
prepare for new learning.
2. HW will be shared in the year group’s weekly
update.
3. Children should be reading every day.
4. Parents should offer support but not actually do
the homework!

FOOD IN SCHOOL
No Nuts!!!
No shared food – this includes birthday treats
unfortunately.
Encourage healthy eating habits – diet has a big
impact on learning!

PARENTS IN SCHOOL
We welcome parents in school – please look for sign
ups for trips and help with reading and resources
preparation.

MOTHER TONGUE
Although our language of instruction is English,
home-language maintenance is key for cognitive
development

UNIFORM
A reminder to wear correct uniform and only
jewellery to be of religious significance – there are
significant health and safety issues with rings, chains
and earrings regarding play and PE

Please name absolutely everything.

CAMP
Sai Kung Outdoor Recreation Centre
Nov 4-6
sailing element to be confirmed
Parent Presentation in school – Date and Time TBA
.

Next meetings…
• Camp meeting – Wednesday 14 October 3.15
in Y4 shared area (here)
• Parent meetings November 12 and 19 – sign
up on Gateway nearer the time


Slide 2

The Year Ahead
Year 4
Success For Every Child
August 27th 2015

Mr Matthew Caplin – [email protected]
Mrs Alfreda Wright – [email protected]
Mrs Emma Gultiano – [email protected]
Mr John McArthur – [email protected]
Ms Allison Stekelenburg/Mrs Louise
Moxon – [email protected]

Mrs Patsy Wong/Ms Margaret Chu

CLASSROOM ROUTINES
Soft Start – Students can come up at 8.15
and need to be ready to start learning at
8.30

On Wednesday, they start the day in the
Mandarin Department

TIMETABLE
PE kit on Mondays and Fridays.
Library as per class

COMMUNICATION
Email is best.
Don’t let issues get too big before you talk to us.
Must let school know if both parents are out of the
territory or there is a change in bus arrangements.

Weekly Newsletter
• A weekly newsletter will be sent via email
• What we have covered this week
• Upcoming events
• Home Learning:
Reflection, flipped learning, preparation for
future learning in school, practical activities

TESTS!
• Formative

UNITS THIS YEAR
How we organize ourselves – Natural Disasters
Sharing the Planet - Adaptation
How We Express Ourselves – Creativity & nature
Who We Are – Beliefs and Values
How the World Works – Simple Machines
Where We Are in Place and Time – Ancient
Civilisations

HOMEWORK
1.The purpose of any homework is to consolidate or
prepare for new learning.
2. HW will be shared in the year group’s weekly
update.
3. Children should be reading every day.
4. Parents should offer support but not actually do
the homework!

FOOD IN SCHOOL
No Nuts!!!
No shared food – this includes birthday treats
unfortunately.
Encourage healthy eating habits – diet has a big
impact on learning!

PARENTS IN SCHOOL
We welcome parents in school – please look for sign
ups for trips and help with reading and resources
preparation.

MOTHER TONGUE
Although our language of instruction is English,
home-language maintenance is key for cognitive
development

UNIFORM
A reminder to wear correct uniform and only
jewellery to be of religious significance – there are
significant health and safety issues with rings, chains
and earrings regarding play and PE

Please name absolutely everything.

CAMP
Sai Kung Outdoor Recreation Centre
Nov 4-6
sailing element to be confirmed
Parent Presentation in school – Date and Time TBA
.

Next meetings…
• Camp meeting – Wednesday 14 October 3.15
in Y4 shared area (here)
• Parent meetings November 12 and 19 – sign
up on Gateway nearer the time


Slide 3

The Year Ahead
Year 4
Success For Every Child
August 27th 2015

Mr Matthew Caplin – [email protected]
Mrs Alfreda Wright – [email protected]
Mrs Emma Gultiano – [email protected]
Mr John McArthur – [email protected]
Ms Allison Stekelenburg/Mrs Louise
Moxon – [email protected]

Mrs Patsy Wong/Ms Margaret Chu

CLASSROOM ROUTINES
Soft Start – Students can come up at 8.15
and need to be ready to start learning at
8.30

On Wednesday, they start the day in the
Mandarin Department

TIMETABLE
PE kit on Mondays and Fridays.
Library as per class

COMMUNICATION
Email is best.
Don’t let issues get too big before you talk to us.
Must let school know if both parents are out of the
territory or there is a change in bus arrangements.

Weekly Newsletter
• A weekly newsletter will be sent via email
• What we have covered this week
• Upcoming events
• Home Learning:
Reflection, flipped learning, preparation for
future learning in school, practical activities

TESTS!
• Formative

UNITS THIS YEAR
How we organize ourselves – Natural Disasters
Sharing the Planet - Adaptation
How We Express Ourselves – Creativity & nature
Who We Are – Beliefs and Values
How the World Works – Simple Machines
Where We Are in Place and Time – Ancient
Civilisations

HOMEWORK
1.The purpose of any homework is to consolidate or
prepare for new learning.
2. HW will be shared in the year group’s weekly
update.
3. Children should be reading every day.
4. Parents should offer support but not actually do
the homework!

FOOD IN SCHOOL
No Nuts!!!
No shared food – this includes birthday treats
unfortunately.
Encourage healthy eating habits – diet has a big
impact on learning!

PARENTS IN SCHOOL
We welcome parents in school – please look for sign
ups for trips and help with reading and resources
preparation.

MOTHER TONGUE
Although our language of instruction is English,
home-language maintenance is key for cognitive
development

UNIFORM
A reminder to wear correct uniform and only
jewellery to be of religious significance – there are
significant health and safety issues with rings, chains
and earrings regarding play and PE

Please name absolutely everything.

CAMP
Sai Kung Outdoor Recreation Centre
Nov 4-6
sailing element to be confirmed
Parent Presentation in school – Date and Time TBA
.

Next meetings…
• Camp meeting – Wednesday 14 October 3.15
in Y4 shared area (here)
• Parent meetings November 12 and 19 – sign
up on Gateway nearer the time


Slide 4

The Year Ahead
Year 4
Success For Every Child
August 27th 2015

Mr Matthew Caplin – [email protected]
Mrs Alfreda Wright – [email protected]
Mrs Emma Gultiano – [email protected]
Mr John McArthur – [email protected]
Ms Allison Stekelenburg/Mrs Louise
Moxon – [email protected]

Mrs Patsy Wong/Ms Margaret Chu

CLASSROOM ROUTINES
Soft Start – Students can come up at 8.15
and need to be ready to start learning at
8.30

On Wednesday, they start the day in the
Mandarin Department

TIMETABLE
PE kit on Mondays and Fridays.
Library as per class

COMMUNICATION
Email is best.
Don’t let issues get too big before you talk to us.
Must let school know if both parents are out of the
territory or there is a change in bus arrangements.

Weekly Newsletter
• A weekly newsletter will be sent via email
• What we have covered this week
• Upcoming events
• Home Learning:
Reflection, flipped learning, preparation for
future learning in school, practical activities

TESTS!
• Formative

UNITS THIS YEAR
How we organize ourselves – Natural Disasters
Sharing the Planet - Adaptation
How We Express Ourselves – Creativity & nature
Who We Are – Beliefs and Values
How the World Works – Simple Machines
Where We Are in Place and Time – Ancient
Civilisations

HOMEWORK
1.The purpose of any homework is to consolidate or
prepare for new learning.
2. HW will be shared in the year group’s weekly
update.
3. Children should be reading every day.
4. Parents should offer support but not actually do
the homework!

FOOD IN SCHOOL
No Nuts!!!
No shared food – this includes birthday treats
unfortunately.
Encourage healthy eating habits – diet has a big
impact on learning!

PARENTS IN SCHOOL
We welcome parents in school – please look for sign
ups for trips and help with reading and resources
preparation.

MOTHER TONGUE
Although our language of instruction is English,
home-language maintenance is key for cognitive
development

UNIFORM
A reminder to wear correct uniform and only
jewellery to be of religious significance – there are
significant health and safety issues with rings, chains
and earrings regarding play and PE

Please name absolutely everything.

CAMP
Sai Kung Outdoor Recreation Centre
Nov 4-6
sailing element to be confirmed
Parent Presentation in school – Date and Time TBA
.

Next meetings…
• Camp meeting – Wednesday 14 October 3.15
in Y4 shared area (here)
• Parent meetings November 12 and 19 – sign
up on Gateway nearer the time


Slide 5

The Year Ahead
Year 4
Success For Every Child
August 27th 2015

Mr Matthew Caplin – [email protected]
Mrs Alfreda Wright – [email protected]
Mrs Emma Gultiano – [email protected]
Mr John McArthur – [email protected]
Ms Allison Stekelenburg/Mrs Louise
Moxon – [email protected]

Mrs Patsy Wong/Ms Margaret Chu

CLASSROOM ROUTINES
Soft Start – Students can come up at 8.15
and need to be ready to start learning at
8.30

On Wednesday, they start the day in the
Mandarin Department

TIMETABLE
PE kit on Mondays and Fridays.
Library as per class

COMMUNICATION
Email is best.
Don’t let issues get too big before you talk to us.
Must let school know if both parents are out of the
territory or there is a change in bus arrangements.

Weekly Newsletter
• A weekly newsletter will be sent via email
• What we have covered this week
• Upcoming events
• Home Learning:
Reflection, flipped learning, preparation for
future learning in school, practical activities

TESTS!
• Formative

UNITS THIS YEAR
How we organize ourselves – Natural Disasters
Sharing the Planet - Adaptation
How We Express Ourselves – Creativity & nature
Who We Are – Beliefs and Values
How the World Works – Simple Machines
Where We Are in Place and Time – Ancient
Civilisations

HOMEWORK
1.The purpose of any homework is to consolidate or
prepare for new learning.
2. HW will be shared in the year group’s weekly
update.
3. Children should be reading every day.
4. Parents should offer support but not actually do
the homework!

FOOD IN SCHOOL
No Nuts!!!
No shared food – this includes birthday treats
unfortunately.
Encourage healthy eating habits – diet has a big
impact on learning!

PARENTS IN SCHOOL
We welcome parents in school – please look for sign
ups for trips and help with reading and resources
preparation.

MOTHER TONGUE
Although our language of instruction is English,
home-language maintenance is key for cognitive
development

UNIFORM
A reminder to wear correct uniform and only
jewellery to be of religious significance – there are
significant health and safety issues with rings, chains
and earrings regarding play and PE

Please name absolutely everything.

CAMP
Sai Kung Outdoor Recreation Centre
Nov 4-6
sailing element to be confirmed
Parent Presentation in school – Date and Time TBA
.

Next meetings…
• Camp meeting – Wednesday 14 October 3.15
in Y4 shared area (here)
• Parent meetings November 12 and 19 – sign
up on Gateway nearer the time


Slide 6

The Year Ahead
Year 4
Success For Every Child
August 27th 2015

Mr Matthew Caplin – [email protected]
Mrs Alfreda Wright – [email protected]
Mrs Emma Gultiano – [email protected]
Mr John McArthur – [email protected]
Ms Allison Stekelenburg/Mrs Louise
Moxon – [email protected]

Mrs Patsy Wong/Ms Margaret Chu

CLASSROOM ROUTINES
Soft Start – Students can come up at 8.15
and need to be ready to start learning at
8.30

On Wednesday, they start the day in the
Mandarin Department

TIMETABLE
PE kit on Mondays and Fridays.
Library as per class

COMMUNICATION
Email is best.
Don’t let issues get too big before you talk to us.
Must let school know if both parents are out of the
territory or there is a change in bus arrangements.

Weekly Newsletter
• A weekly newsletter will be sent via email
• What we have covered this week
• Upcoming events
• Home Learning:
Reflection, flipped learning, preparation for
future learning in school, practical activities

TESTS!
• Formative

UNITS THIS YEAR
How we organize ourselves – Natural Disasters
Sharing the Planet - Adaptation
How We Express Ourselves – Creativity & nature
Who We Are – Beliefs and Values
How the World Works – Simple Machines
Where We Are in Place and Time – Ancient
Civilisations

HOMEWORK
1.The purpose of any homework is to consolidate or
prepare for new learning.
2. HW will be shared in the year group’s weekly
update.
3. Children should be reading every day.
4. Parents should offer support but not actually do
the homework!

FOOD IN SCHOOL
No Nuts!!!
No shared food – this includes birthday treats
unfortunately.
Encourage healthy eating habits – diet has a big
impact on learning!

PARENTS IN SCHOOL
We welcome parents in school – please look for sign
ups for trips and help with reading and resources
preparation.

MOTHER TONGUE
Although our language of instruction is English,
home-language maintenance is key for cognitive
development

UNIFORM
A reminder to wear correct uniform and only
jewellery to be of religious significance – there are
significant health and safety issues with rings, chains
and earrings regarding play and PE

Please name absolutely everything.

CAMP
Sai Kung Outdoor Recreation Centre
Nov 4-6
sailing element to be confirmed
Parent Presentation in school – Date and Time TBA
.

Next meetings…
• Camp meeting – Wednesday 14 October 3.15
in Y4 shared area (here)
• Parent meetings November 12 and 19 – sign
up on Gateway nearer the time


Slide 7

The Year Ahead
Year 4
Success For Every Child
August 27th 2015

Mr Matthew Caplin – [email protected]
Mrs Alfreda Wright – [email protected]
Mrs Emma Gultiano – [email protected]
Mr John McArthur – [email protected]
Ms Allison Stekelenburg/Mrs Louise
Moxon – [email protected]

Mrs Patsy Wong/Ms Margaret Chu

CLASSROOM ROUTINES
Soft Start – Students can come up at 8.15
and need to be ready to start learning at
8.30

On Wednesday, they start the day in the
Mandarin Department

TIMETABLE
PE kit on Mondays and Fridays.
Library as per class

COMMUNICATION
Email is best.
Don’t let issues get too big before you talk to us.
Must let school know if both parents are out of the
territory or there is a change in bus arrangements.

Weekly Newsletter
• A weekly newsletter will be sent via email
• What we have covered this week
• Upcoming events
• Home Learning:
Reflection, flipped learning, preparation for
future learning in school, practical activities

TESTS!
• Formative

UNITS THIS YEAR
How we organize ourselves – Natural Disasters
Sharing the Planet - Adaptation
How We Express Ourselves – Creativity & nature
Who We Are – Beliefs and Values
How the World Works – Simple Machines
Where We Are in Place and Time – Ancient
Civilisations

HOMEWORK
1.The purpose of any homework is to consolidate or
prepare for new learning.
2. HW will be shared in the year group’s weekly
update.
3. Children should be reading every day.
4. Parents should offer support but not actually do
the homework!

FOOD IN SCHOOL
No Nuts!!!
No shared food – this includes birthday treats
unfortunately.
Encourage healthy eating habits – diet has a big
impact on learning!

PARENTS IN SCHOOL
We welcome parents in school – please look for sign
ups for trips and help with reading and resources
preparation.

MOTHER TONGUE
Although our language of instruction is English,
home-language maintenance is key for cognitive
development

UNIFORM
A reminder to wear correct uniform and only
jewellery to be of religious significance – there are
significant health and safety issues with rings, chains
and earrings regarding play and PE

Please name absolutely everything.

CAMP
Sai Kung Outdoor Recreation Centre
Nov 4-6
sailing element to be confirmed
Parent Presentation in school – Date and Time TBA
.

Next meetings…
• Camp meeting – Wednesday 14 October 3.15
in Y4 shared area (here)
• Parent meetings November 12 and 19 – sign
up on Gateway nearer the time


Slide 8

The Year Ahead
Year 4
Success For Every Child
August 27th 2015

Mr Matthew Caplin – [email protected]
Mrs Alfreda Wright – [email protected]
Mrs Emma Gultiano – [email protected]
Mr John McArthur – [email protected]
Ms Allison Stekelenburg/Mrs Louise
Moxon – [email protected]

Mrs Patsy Wong/Ms Margaret Chu

CLASSROOM ROUTINES
Soft Start – Students can come up at 8.15
and need to be ready to start learning at
8.30

On Wednesday, they start the day in the
Mandarin Department

TIMETABLE
PE kit on Mondays and Fridays.
Library as per class

COMMUNICATION
Email is best.
Don’t let issues get too big before you talk to us.
Must let school know if both parents are out of the
territory or there is a change in bus arrangements.

Weekly Newsletter
• A weekly newsletter will be sent via email
• What we have covered this week
• Upcoming events
• Home Learning:
Reflection, flipped learning, preparation for
future learning in school, practical activities

TESTS!
• Formative

UNITS THIS YEAR
How we organize ourselves – Natural Disasters
Sharing the Planet - Adaptation
How We Express Ourselves – Creativity & nature
Who We Are – Beliefs and Values
How the World Works – Simple Machines
Where We Are in Place and Time – Ancient
Civilisations

HOMEWORK
1.The purpose of any homework is to consolidate or
prepare for new learning.
2. HW will be shared in the year group’s weekly
update.
3. Children should be reading every day.
4. Parents should offer support but not actually do
the homework!

FOOD IN SCHOOL
No Nuts!!!
No shared food – this includes birthday treats
unfortunately.
Encourage healthy eating habits – diet has a big
impact on learning!

PARENTS IN SCHOOL
We welcome parents in school – please look for sign
ups for trips and help with reading and resources
preparation.

MOTHER TONGUE
Although our language of instruction is English,
home-language maintenance is key for cognitive
development

UNIFORM
A reminder to wear correct uniform and only
jewellery to be of religious significance – there are
significant health and safety issues with rings, chains
and earrings regarding play and PE

Please name absolutely everything.

CAMP
Sai Kung Outdoor Recreation Centre
Nov 4-6
sailing element to be confirmed
Parent Presentation in school – Date and Time TBA
.

Next meetings…
• Camp meeting – Wednesday 14 October 3.15
in Y4 shared area (here)
• Parent meetings November 12 and 19 – sign
up on Gateway nearer the time


Slide 9

The Year Ahead
Year 4
Success For Every Child
August 27th 2015

Mr Matthew Caplin – [email protected]
Mrs Alfreda Wright – [email protected]
Mrs Emma Gultiano – [email protected]
Mr John McArthur – [email protected]
Ms Allison Stekelenburg/Mrs Louise
Moxon – [email protected]

Mrs Patsy Wong/Ms Margaret Chu

CLASSROOM ROUTINES
Soft Start – Students can come up at 8.15
and need to be ready to start learning at
8.30

On Wednesday, they start the day in the
Mandarin Department

TIMETABLE
PE kit on Mondays and Fridays.
Library as per class

COMMUNICATION
Email is best.
Don’t let issues get too big before you talk to us.
Must let school know if both parents are out of the
territory or there is a change in bus arrangements.

Weekly Newsletter
• A weekly newsletter will be sent via email
• What we have covered this week
• Upcoming events
• Home Learning:
Reflection, flipped learning, preparation for
future learning in school, practical activities

TESTS!
• Formative

UNITS THIS YEAR
How we organize ourselves – Natural Disasters
Sharing the Planet - Adaptation
How We Express Ourselves – Creativity & nature
Who We Are – Beliefs and Values
How the World Works – Simple Machines
Where We Are in Place and Time – Ancient
Civilisations

HOMEWORK
1.The purpose of any homework is to consolidate or
prepare for new learning.
2. HW will be shared in the year group’s weekly
update.
3. Children should be reading every day.
4. Parents should offer support but not actually do
the homework!

FOOD IN SCHOOL
No Nuts!!!
No shared food – this includes birthday treats
unfortunately.
Encourage healthy eating habits – diet has a big
impact on learning!

PARENTS IN SCHOOL
We welcome parents in school – please look for sign
ups for trips and help with reading and resources
preparation.

MOTHER TONGUE
Although our language of instruction is English,
home-language maintenance is key for cognitive
development

UNIFORM
A reminder to wear correct uniform and only
jewellery to be of religious significance – there are
significant health and safety issues with rings, chains
and earrings regarding play and PE

Please name absolutely everything.

CAMP
Sai Kung Outdoor Recreation Centre
Nov 4-6
sailing element to be confirmed
Parent Presentation in school – Date and Time TBA
.

Next meetings…
• Camp meeting – Wednesday 14 October 3.15
in Y4 shared area (here)
• Parent meetings November 12 and 19 – sign
up on Gateway nearer the time


Slide 10

The Year Ahead
Year 4
Success For Every Child
August 27th 2015

Mr Matthew Caplin – [email protected]
Mrs Alfreda Wright – [email protected]
Mrs Emma Gultiano – [email protected]
Mr John McArthur – [email protected]
Ms Allison Stekelenburg/Mrs Louise
Moxon – [email protected]

Mrs Patsy Wong/Ms Margaret Chu

CLASSROOM ROUTINES
Soft Start – Students can come up at 8.15
and need to be ready to start learning at
8.30

On Wednesday, they start the day in the
Mandarin Department

TIMETABLE
PE kit on Mondays and Fridays.
Library as per class

COMMUNICATION
Email is best.
Don’t let issues get too big before you talk to us.
Must let school know if both parents are out of the
territory or there is a change in bus arrangements.

Weekly Newsletter
• A weekly newsletter will be sent via email
• What we have covered this week
• Upcoming events
• Home Learning:
Reflection, flipped learning, preparation for
future learning in school, practical activities

TESTS!
• Formative

UNITS THIS YEAR
How we organize ourselves – Natural Disasters
Sharing the Planet - Adaptation
How We Express Ourselves – Creativity & nature
Who We Are – Beliefs and Values
How the World Works – Simple Machines
Where We Are in Place and Time – Ancient
Civilisations

HOMEWORK
1.The purpose of any homework is to consolidate or
prepare for new learning.
2. HW will be shared in the year group’s weekly
update.
3. Children should be reading every day.
4. Parents should offer support but not actually do
the homework!

FOOD IN SCHOOL
No Nuts!!!
No shared food – this includes birthday treats
unfortunately.
Encourage healthy eating habits – diet has a big
impact on learning!

PARENTS IN SCHOOL
We welcome parents in school – please look for sign
ups for trips and help with reading and resources
preparation.

MOTHER TONGUE
Although our language of instruction is English,
home-language maintenance is key for cognitive
development

UNIFORM
A reminder to wear correct uniform and only
jewellery to be of religious significance – there are
significant health and safety issues with rings, chains
and earrings regarding play and PE

Please name absolutely everything.

CAMP
Sai Kung Outdoor Recreation Centre
Nov 4-6
sailing element to be confirmed
Parent Presentation in school – Date and Time TBA
.

Next meetings…
• Camp meeting – Wednesday 14 October 3.15
in Y4 shared area (here)
• Parent meetings November 12 and 19 – sign
up on Gateway nearer the time


Slide 11

The Year Ahead
Year 4
Success For Every Child
August 27th 2015

Mr Matthew Caplin – [email protected]
Mrs Alfreda Wright – [email protected]
Mrs Emma Gultiano – [email protected]
Mr John McArthur – [email protected]
Ms Allison Stekelenburg/Mrs Louise
Moxon – [email protected]

Mrs Patsy Wong/Ms Margaret Chu

CLASSROOM ROUTINES
Soft Start – Students can come up at 8.15
and need to be ready to start learning at
8.30

On Wednesday, they start the day in the
Mandarin Department

TIMETABLE
PE kit on Mondays and Fridays.
Library as per class

COMMUNICATION
Email is best.
Don’t let issues get too big before you talk to us.
Must let school know if both parents are out of the
territory or there is a change in bus arrangements.

Weekly Newsletter
• A weekly newsletter will be sent via email
• What we have covered this week
• Upcoming events
• Home Learning:
Reflection, flipped learning, preparation for
future learning in school, practical activities

TESTS!
• Formative

UNITS THIS YEAR
How we organize ourselves – Natural Disasters
Sharing the Planet - Adaptation
How We Express Ourselves – Creativity & nature
Who We Are – Beliefs and Values
How the World Works – Simple Machines
Where We Are in Place and Time – Ancient
Civilisations

HOMEWORK
1.The purpose of any homework is to consolidate or
prepare for new learning.
2. HW will be shared in the year group’s weekly
update.
3. Children should be reading every day.
4. Parents should offer support but not actually do
the homework!

FOOD IN SCHOOL
No Nuts!!!
No shared food – this includes birthday treats
unfortunately.
Encourage healthy eating habits – diet has a big
impact on learning!

PARENTS IN SCHOOL
We welcome parents in school – please look for sign
ups for trips and help with reading and resources
preparation.

MOTHER TONGUE
Although our language of instruction is English,
home-language maintenance is key for cognitive
development

UNIFORM
A reminder to wear correct uniform and only
jewellery to be of religious significance – there are
significant health and safety issues with rings, chains
and earrings regarding play and PE

Please name absolutely everything.

CAMP
Sai Kung Outdoor Recreation Centre
Nov 4-6
sailing element to be confirmed
Parent Presentation in school – Date and Time TBA
.

Next meetings…
• Camp meeting – Wednesday 14 October 3.15
in Y4 shared area (here)
• Parent meetings November 12 and 19 – sign
up on Gateway nearer the time


Slide 12

The Year Ahead
Year 4
Success For Every Child
August 27th 2015

Mr Matthew Caplin – [email protected]
Mrs Alfreda Wright – [email protected]
Mrs Emma Gultiano – [email protected]
Mr John McArthur – [email protected]
Ms Allison Stekelenburg/Mrs Louise
Moxon – [email protected]

Mrs Patsy Wong/Ms Margaret Chu

CLASSROOM ROUTINES
Soft Start – Students can come up at 8.15
and need to be ready to start learning at
8.30

On Wednesday, they start the day in the
Mandarin Department

TIMETABLE
PE kit on Mondays and Fridays.
Library as per class

COMMUNICATION
Email is best.
Don’t let issues get too big before you talk to us.
Must let school know if both parents are out of the
territory or there is a change in bus arrangements.

Weekly Newsletter
• A weekly newsletter will be sent via email
• What we have covered this week
• Upcoming events
• Home Learning:
Reflection, flipped learning, preparation for
future learning in school, practical activities

TESTS!
• Formative

UNITS THIS YEAR
How we organize ourselves – Natural Disasters
Sharing the Planet - Adaptation
How We Express Ourselves – Creativity & nature
Who We Are – Beliefs and Values
How the World Works – Simple Machines
Where We Are in Place and Time – Ancient
Civilisations

HOMEWORK
1.The purpose of any homework is to consolidate or
prepare for new learning.
2. HW will be shared in the year group’s weekly
update.
3. Children should be reading every day.
4. Parents should offer support but not actually do
the homework!

FOOD IN SCHOOL
No Nuts!!!
No shared food – this includes birthday treats
unfortunately.
Encourage healthy eating habits – diet has a big
impact on learning!

PARENTS IN SCHOOL
We welcome parents in school – please look for sign
ups for trips and help with reading and resources
preparation.

MOTHER TONGUE
Although our language of instruction is English,
home-language maintenance is key for cognitive
development

UNIFORM
A reminder to wear correct uniform and only
jewellery to be of religious significance – there are
significant health and safety issues with rings, chains
and earrings regarding play and PE

Please name absolutely everything.

CAMP
Sai Kung Outdoor Recreation Centre
Nov 4-6
sailing element to be confirmed
Parent Presentation in school – Date and Time TBA
.

Next meetings…
• Camp meeting – Wednesday 14 October 3.15
in Y4 shared area (here)
• Parent meetings November 12 and 19 – sign
up on Gateway nearer the time


Slide 13

The Year Ahead
Year 4
Success For Every Child
August 27th 2015

Mr Matthew Caplin – [email protected]
Mrs Alfreda Wright – [email protected]
Mrs Emma Gultiano – [email protected]
Mr John McArthur – [email protected]
Ms Allison Stekelenburg/Mrs Louise
Moxon – [email protected]

Mrs Patsy Wong/Ms Margaret Chu

CLASSROOM ROUTINES
Soft Start – Students can come up at 8.15
and need to be ready to start learning at
8.30

On Wednesday, they start the day in the
Mandarin Department

TIMETABLE
PE kit on Mondays and Fridays.
Library as per class

COMMUNICATION
Email is best.
Don’t let issues get too big before you talk to us.
Must let school know if both parents are out of the
territory or there is a change in bus arrangements.

Weekly Newsletter
• A weekly newsletter will be sent via email
• What we have covered this week
• Upcoming events
• Home Learning:
Reflection, flipped learning, preparation for
future learning in school, practical activities

TESTS!
• Formative

UNITS THIS YEAR
How we organize ourselves – Natural Disasters
Sharing the Planet - Adaptation
How We Express Ourselves – Creativity & nature
Who We Are – Beliefs and Values
How the World Works – Simple Machines
Where We Are in Place and Time – Ancient
Civilisations

HOMEWORK
1.The purpose of any homework is to consolidate or
prepare for new learning.
2. HW will be shared in the year group’s weekly
update.
3. Children should be reading every day.
4. Parents should offer support but not actually do
the homework!

FOOD IN SCHOOL
No Nuts!!!
No shared food – this includes birthday treats
unfortunately.
Encourage healthy eating habits – diet has a big
impact on learning!

PARENTS IN SCHOOL
We welcome parents in school – please look for sign
ups for trips and help with reading and resources
preparation.

MOTHER TONGUE
Although our language of instruction is English,
home-language maintenance is key for cognitive
development

UNIFORM
A reminder to wear correct uniform and only
jewellery to be of religious significance – there are
significant health and safety issues with rings, chains
and earrings regarding play and PE

Please name absolutely everything.

CAMP
Sai Kung Outdoor Recreation Centre
Nov 4-6
sailing element to be confirmed
Parent Presentation in school – Date and Time TBA
.

Next meetings…
• Camp meeting – Wednesday 14 October 3.15
in Y4 shared area (here)
• Parent meetings November 12 and 19 – sign
up on Gateway nearer the time


Slide 14

The Year Ahead
Year 4
Success For Every Child
August 27th 2015

Mr Matthew Caplin – [email protected]
Mrs Alfreda Wright – [email protected]
Mrs Emma Gultiano – [email protected]
Mr John McArthur – [email protected]
Ms Allison Stekelenburg/Mrs Louise
Moxon – [email protected]

Mrs Patsy Wong/Ms Margaret Chu

CLASSROOM ROUTINES
Soft Start – Students can come up at 8.15
and need to be ready to start learning at
8.30

On Wednesday, they start the day in the
Mandarin Department

TIMETABLE
PE kit on Mondays and Fridays.
Library as per class

COMMUNICATION
Email is best.
Don’t let issues get too big before you talk to us.
Must let school know if both parents are out of the
territory or there is a change in bus arrangements.

Weekly Newsletter
• A weekly newsletter will be sent via email
• What we have covered this week
• Upcoming events
• Home Learning:
Reflection, flipped learning, preparation for
future learning in school, practical activities

TESTS!
• Formative

UNITS THIS YEAR
How we organize ourselves – Natural Disasters
Sharing the Planet - Adaptation
How We Express Ourselves – Creativity & nature
Who We Are – Beliefs and Values
How the World Works – Simple Machines
Where We Are in Place and Time – Ancient
Civilisations

HOMEWORK
1.The purpose of any homework is to consolidate or
prepare for new learning.
2. HW will be shared in the year group’s weekly
update.
3. Children should be reading every day.
4. Parents should offer support but not actually do
the homework!

FOOD IN SCHOOL
No Nuts!!!
No shared food – this includes birthday treats
unfortunately.
Encourage healthy eating habits – diet has a big
impact on learning!

PARENTS IN SCHOOL
We welcome parents in school – please look for sign
ups for trips and help with reading and resources
preparation.

MOTHER TONGUE
Although our language of instruction is English,
home-language maintenance is key for cognitive
development

UNIFORM
A reminder to wear correct uniform and only
jewellery to be of religious significance – there are
significant health and safety issues with rings, chains
and earrings regarding play and PE

Please name absolutely everything.

CAMP
Sai Kung Outdoor Recreation Centre
Nov 4-6
sailing element to be confirmed
Parent Presentation in school – Date and Time TBA
.

Next meetings…
• Camp meeting – Wednesday 14 October 3.15
in Y4 shared area (here)
• Parent meetings November 12 and 19 – sign
up on Gateway nearer the time


Slide 15

The Year Ahead
Year 4
Success For Every Child
August 27th 2015

Mr Matthew Caplin – [email protected]
Mrs Alfreda Wright – [email protected]
Mrs Emma Gultiano – [email protected]
Mr John McArthur – [email protected]
Ms Allison Stekelenburg/Mrs Louise
Moxon – [email protected]

Mrs Patsy Wong/Ms Margaret Chu

CLASSROOM ROUTINES
Soft Start – Students can come up at 8.15
and need to be ready to start learning at
8.30

On Wednesday, they start the day in the
Mandarin Department

TIMETABLE
PE kit on Mondays and Fridays.
Library as per class

COMMUNICATION
Email is best.
Don’t let issues get too big before you talk to us.
Must let school know if both parents are out of the
territory or there is a change in bus arrangements.

Weekly Newsletter
• A weekly newsletter will be sent via email
• What we have covered this week
• Upcoming events
• Home Learning:
Reflection, flipped learning, preparation for
future learning in school, practical activities

TESTS!
• Formative

UNITS THIS YEAR
How we organize ourselves – Natural Disasters
Sharing the Planet - Adaptation
How We Express Ourselves – Creativity & nature
Who We Are – Beliefs and Values
How the World Works – Simple Machines
Where We Are in Place and Time – Ancient
Civilisations

HOMEWORK
1.The purpose of any homework is to consolidate or
prepare for new learning.
2. HW will be shared in the year group’s weekly
update.
3. Children should be reading every day.
4. Parents should offer support but not actually do
the homework!

FOOD IN SCHOOL
No Nuts!!!
No shared food – this includes birthday treats
unfortunately.
Encourage healthy eating habits – diet has a big
impact on learning!

PARENTS IN SCHOOL
We welcome parents in school – please look for sign
ups for trips and help with reading and resources
preparation.

MOTHER TONGUE
Although our language of instruction is English,
home-language maintenance is key for cognitive
development

UNIFORM
A reminder to wear correct uniform and only
jewellery to be of religious significance – there are
significant health and safety issues with rings, chains
and earrings regarding play and PE

Please name absolutely everything.

CAMP
Sai Kung Outdoor Recreation Centre
Nov 4-6
sailing element to be confirmed
Parent Presentation in school – Date and Time TBA
.

Next meetings…
• Camp meeting – Wednesday 14 October 3.15
in Y4 shared area (here)
• Parent meetings November 12 and 19 – sign
up on Gateway nearer the time