{"id":1576,"date":"2024-06-28T06:24:14","date_gmt":"2024-06-28T06:24:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/oxley\/?post_type=article&p=1576"},"modified":"2024-06-28T06:24:14","modified_gmt":"2024-06-28T06:24:14","slug":"curriculum-p-6-4","status":"publish","type":"article","link":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/oxley\/article\/curriculum-p-6-4\/","title":{"rendered":"Curriculum P-6"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Alright, let\u2019s talk about something that\u2019s on everyone\u2019s mind (well, I know it is on teachers\u2019 minds): Reports! I know, I know, you\u2019re thinking, \u201cWhy do we have to talk about that?\u201d But trust me this is going to be interesting and maybe even a little surprising.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teachers write reports about your progress in the middle and at the end of the school year. Reports are not about trying to be the best in class; they\u2019re about showing how much you\u2019ve grown and what new things you\u2019ve learned. They help your teachers and parents understand where you\u2019re doing well and where you can become even greater!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

First, let me take you back to the olden days. Imagine a time when teachers used quills to write your grades on scrolls. Okay, maybe not that old, but close enough. Back then, teachers would write things like, \u201cJohnny needs to stop talking and start working!\u201d or \u201cSally daydreams too much.\u201d Ouch! Can you imagine reading that at home with your parents? In the picture you see here it says \u2018Annette (definitely NOT Alison) has not improved at all since talking with you. She still is very silly in class.\u2019 \u2013 there\u2019s even reference to a dental examination!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Nowadays, teachers are much kinder. Instead of writing mean things, they say things like, \u201cJohnny is making better choices about managing distractions\u201d or \u201cSally is improving her focus.\u201d See the difference? So if you see something like that on your report, remember, it\u2019s just a gentle nudge to help you grow, not a big red \u2018X\u2019 telling you you\u2019re doomed forever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, why do we even have reports? Reports are like a map. They show you the places you\u2019ve been and help guide you to where you want to go. Maybe you\u2019ve been doing well in reading but need a little extra help in measurement. That\u2019s okay! Your teachers are here to help you, just like satellite navigation!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Now, let\u2019s talk about those grades. You see this picture here? It says an \u2018At Year Level Expectations\u2019 grade is where most students are. That means if you get this grade, you\u2019re right where you need to be for this stage of your learning. It\u2019s like having a full driver\u2019s license \u2013 it shows that you can drive independently and safely on your learning road. And if someone gets a \u2018Working Beyond Year Level Expectations\u2019 grade? Well, that\u2019s like being a Grand Prix racer \u2013 it\u2019s impressive but remember, not everyone needs to be a racing driver to be successful on the road. Don\u2019t feel disappointed if your report says \u2018Working towards expectations\u2019, that\u2019s like a \u2018P\u2019 plate driver \u2013 you are independent, but you\u2019re still learning. Think about the power of YET! Every time we learn something new or improve even by just a little bit \u2013 we grow!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And here’s something really special you might not know: your teachers put a lot of care and thought into writing your reports. They spend hours looking at all the work you\u2019ve done, thinking about your progress and figuring out the best way to help you grow. It\u2019s like they\u2019re detectives, finding clues in your assignments, tests and class activities to piece together a picture of your learning journey. So when you read your report, know that it\u2019s made with a lot of heart and dedication from your teachers who really care about you and your success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learning is more than just what\u2019s able to be written on your reports. It is also about all the little things you do every day that don\u2019t always get a grade. Like how you help a friend when they\u2019re stuck on a problem, or how you come up with a super creative idea during art, or even how you make everyone laugh with your funny jokes during recess. Your teachers see more than just your grades. They see the whole person. They notice your kindness, how hard you work, how you never give up, and how you help your classmates. Your report is just one way they share what they see, but remember, it can\u2019t capture everything amazing about you. When you look at your report, know that it\u2019s just a snapshot of your learning, and your teachers do see the full, awesome person behind those grades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, keep being kind, keep wondering and keep being brave enough to grow. See your report as a roadmap to help you get to where you need to be academically. Academic progress is incredibly important, and your report is a key part of your journey. Remember, it\u2019s just one part of your amazing story!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Warm regards<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alison Rasheed
Director of Curriculum P-6<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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