So we have made it to half term with an
action-packed week full of cultural delights!
On Monday the whole school gathered onto the football pitch to watch the
flag parade. A few lucky year 3 children
were chosen to be flag-bearers, dressing up in their traditional costumes and
greeting us in their native languages. Lunch was provided by the parents and
what a treat it was! Everybody left feeling full and content. Thank you so much
all the parents who contributed to make this lunch an unforgettable one!
All Year Threes got to participate in workshops run
by the staff members from the year group.
The children learned about Welsh culture from Ms Hughes, how to perform
the Haka from Mr Catalinac, and painted Aboriginal art with Mr Guest. The fun and excitement continued through the week, with the Saffrons
watching a Korean group perform contemporary and traditional dances.
Some of the parents from the year group also
presented cultural sessions. We had a
wonderful retelling of the Hungarian tale Ludas
Matyi by some of our brave Hungarian
mums from year 3 and judging by the laughs, children and adults loved it!
Bravo! We were also fortunate enough to have Mrs Neilson come in and read The
Ugly Duckling by Hans Christian Andersen, a traditional children’s folktale
which then inspired the children in recreating their own version of the book to
read to the year 1 children. Lots of Saharas also got involved with Culture
Week by presenting booklets and posters about their countries. A number of
these presentations are on display on the communal board outside 3 Sahara’s
classroom.
The first week back from half term break will be
short due to the national holiday on Friday 1st November. However, spellings, Big Write and homework
will still be given out as usual. Big Write and spelling will done in class on
Thursday instead of Friday. Let us take
this chance to remind you about the Halloween party on that afternoon. Please make sure you return the permission
slip with money to Reception as soon as possible – tickets may not be on sale
for much longer. Also please remember
that the Saharas will start swimming lessons on Wednesday the 30th
of October. Children will need to remember their swimming costumes, towels
& flip flops.
We wish
you all a safe and wonderful holiday and look forward to seeing you back again
soon.
Glenda
& Richard
Dates to remember:
21st-25th
October 2013 Half-term
holiday
31st
October 2013, 3:45-5:00pm PTA
Halloween Party
1st
November 2013 National
Holiday, School closed
