This week in our worship, we have looked at the word ‘Connection’ and thought specifically about how we are connected to God, by thinking of Jesus’ message - I am the vine and you are the branches.’ Deep class discussion examined how we are linked to God and Jesus - how we are now Christ’s Body here on Earth. Children looked out for people in class this week who demonstrated this in their actions this week.
In RE, children have been learning about the Earliest Christians - specifically the first ever martyr St.Stephen and his great faith in Jesus. They then learned about Saul, who became St. Paul after he saw the light on the road to Damascus. We had a beautiful worship too - all about God’s power, led by these three children:
On Wednesday this week, children’s enrichment activity was with Mrs Harrison for…. ballroom dancing. After getting over some initial embarrassment, children joined in whole-heartedly.
In English, we have started Mrs Lyons’ favourite novel of the year, “The Firework-Maker’s Daughter. This book has it all - great characters, humour, adventure and a great female protagonist! We have been honing our reading skills and learning lots of new vocabulary - just in chapter two!
Maths has seen us finish unit fractions and go on to learn non-unit fractions. We are also working so hard to prepare for our Multiplication Tables Check on Friday 14th June. Children did a mock test this week and have been reflecting on what they personally need to do next.
In Computing over the last few weeks, children have been learning about how to search effectively on the internet. This week, we focused on questioning the credibility of things we read and watch online. This is hard to navigate - but we have looked at clues to tell us whether information is credible and learned we can check more official sites to make sure. It is good to question and analyse.
In history this week, we have looked for evidence of Vikings in this country by examining digital maps to study place names. We can tell by the ending eg ‘thorpe’ or ‘toft’ to see if it was settled by Vikings!
Today in Science, we did an experiment measuring in decibels who was the loudest in class. We then discovered what exactly sound is by a series of observations.
I was sent these images below from the RSC from our Romeo and Juliet playmaking festival so I thought I would share them with you. They really capture what a special time it was.
Conversation starters
Our focus in Holy Communion this week has been on sharing the Holy meal with Jesus at mass. Can you talk about sharing meals with each other? What has been your favourite occasion where you shared a meal together. How does it feel to sit down with your family and share this time together?
Can you explain to your parents what sound is?
Let’s Celebrate!
Gus received a Lizzy Ladybird certificate this week. You take control of your learning Gus and you strive to get better and better. Brilliant reading this week!
Louis received a Bobby Bee certificate. You are such an enthusiastic learner who has grown in confidence and always gives 100% effort
Learned and Wise butterflies
This half term we will be on the lookout for all the children that are learned in their actions, finding God in all things. Those who are wise, who use their learning for the common good. These are children who are trying to drive their own learning forward. This week our butterfly goes to Joseph who always offers the hand of friendship to anyone - he does not discriminate. He notices good in others and tells them.
Lunchtime role model: Sean
Marvellous Lunchtime manners: Lorenzo
PE stars Beth and Amelia for super triple jumping and for lovely well thought out sequences in gymnastics.
Music Stars: Amelia and Jacob
GOING GREEN - Keep going those children who are not quite there yet!
Notices
Uniform reminder- Children are not allowed to wear earrings for PE. Please ensure they are removed on PE days. Also, children cannot bring sunglasses to wear at breaktime.
Homework - Please can you ensure children are engaging in the spelling and Times tables homework every week - including TTrockstars and Purple mash tasks.
Rosary - The month of May is where we pray the rosary together. If children wish, they can bring in their own set for this month to use.
Holy Communion session 3 Thursday next week. Please bring booklets completed up to page stated in letter.
Holy Communion ties - These can be bought on parent pay and picked up from the office.
May is ‘Walk to School’ month. Why not try to walk, scoot, bike to school - if not all the way then part of the way. Get out in the lovely sunshine. We are still having serious issues with parking on double yellow lines outside school - I know our school council are discussing how we can proceed forward. They have plans!
PE days, Wednesday and Thursday
Date for diary: Tuesday 18th June Our Anglo Saxon/Viking trip to Tatton Park. Children need to come dressed as either an Anglo-Saxon or a Viking on this day. More information will be given nearer the time.
Enjoy your bank holiday weekend,
Mrs Lyons , Mrs Ely, Miss Hennessey and Mrs Carter