Assistant Head of Gioia House

Year 5 Interaction Day

On Friday 3 May, the year 5 students participated in Interaction Day. The students took part in a variety of activities to create opportunities to continue to form new friendships and develop their collaboration skills. Students began Interaction Day by appreciating their unique qualities and the gifts they have to offer others. The middle session focused on team challenges where students had to use clear communication, careful listening skills and worked as a team to solve each challenge. The students participated in a lego-building listening exercise, identifying the importance of listening carefully and giving accurate details to ensure the same structure was built. Another team-building activity required the students to form groups and create cup-towers using only one hand, string and a rubber band. It was interesting to see how different groups navigated through this activity and worked together to create successful cup towers. The students also participated in a number of sports team challenges, relying on each other to complete each activity. During the final reflection session, students identified ways they will continue to foster the new connections and friendships made throughout the day, and the importance of finding ways to form new connections and appreciate each others unique qualities. 

Marisa Maks
Assistant Head of Gioia House