Middle Leader News
Dear Parents and Caregivers,
It is hard to believe we are coming to the pointy end of the year! With only 2 weeks left of school, I’d like to take this opportunity to thank you for warmly welcoming me into this school community. The way I have been invited in so warmly has made the transition to St Saviour’s Primary School such a positive one. I truly feel blessed to belong to such an exceptional school community. I have enjoyed getting to know the students, staff and parents. I look forward to continuing to share in learning and fun with everyone in 2022.
I thought I’d share with you a few ideas about how you continue to foster a love learning over the school holidays - it doesn’t need to be dull! Some ideas have been taken from 5 Ways to Keep Kids Learning During the School Holidays (melbournechildpsychology.com.au)
- Go to museums
Cobb and Co have some incredible holiday activities! Cobb+Co Museum (qm.qld.gov.au). If you are up for a bigger day of learning, the science centre in Brisbane is a great place for some hands on activities. | SparkLab (qm.qld.gov.au)
- Let them be bored!
Give children time to escape the hustle bustle of the world and just be! Allow them time to use their imagination and make their own fun. Often getting outdoors can be great to help with this. Remove all technology and see what happens.
- Read Read Read
Make reading part of the daily routine. A book before bed. Read a section of the paper together in the morning. Read some Christmas cards together. Gift your children books for Christmas every year. Reading is one of the best forms of learning for ALL children – which includes reading to them too.
- Have fun and play some games
Set aside some time to play board games with the kids. Monopoly will help with mental maths. The game ‘Sequence’ will help them with some strategic thinking. Reading the rules of games will help children develop their comprehension skills. Lastly, participating in games will help develop their social skills.
Have a wonderful time learning with your children over the Christmas break!
Warm Regards
Nicki Prentice