Latest Primary news - Mr. Chadwick

​Wesley College visit & drama performances
We welcomed a group of 20 middle school drama students from Wesley College in Melbourne, Australia to the school on Friday November 6th
They performed 2 shows for our students based on the well known Aesop’s Fables. All our students certainly enjoyed the performances, especially the acting, singing and costumes. This was Wesley College’s sixteenth year of visiting FIS .

Diwali
I would like to say a big thank you to Mrs Kumar and Mrs ........two of our Year 1 parents who told the story of Diwali the Indian festival of lights to Y1 students. The mums told the story through some clever props which entertained the students. They followed this up with a creative exercise to design an amazing mask to celebrate Diwali,, the Indian New Year.It was also interesting to see many students dressing up for Diwali in lovely colourful outfits.
The staff and I take this opportunity to wish those who celebrate in our community a very happy Diwali. May you all have awonderful time with your loved ones.
 
​Medical news
MMR/ HEP B Immunisations Year 1 and Year 6 (2015-2016)
Dear Parents,
Please be reminded, that the School Immunisation Team of the Health Department, will visit our School on the November 2015, to administer the Measles, Mumps, Rubella (years 1 and years 6) / Hepatitis B ( year 6 only), vaccination.
Would like to remind those, that have not given their medical records, with their consent forms, that they must bring their medical records on that day.
Please inform the teacher on the day of the vaccination, if your child is sick, or absent, or not fit for being vaccinated. Parents who have not received MMR/ Hep B vaccination consent forms, please contact us immediately. If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Uniform
We have clear expectations regarding our school uniform. Sometimes students may need to wear something different for a short period of time if they have outgrown a their T shirt/shorts  for example, but we encourage everyone to adhere to the uniform for all PE/Sports and Trips – The class teachers and I have noticed a handful of children not wearing PE kit for their PE lessons.  As the weather begins to cool down, please try to ensure you have the appropriate winter uniform ready. I appreciate your support in helping to ensure we maintain our strong identity and that all the children feel a sense of pride in wearing the FIS colours.

​School fair
Our thoughts now turn to the School Fair, which takes place on Saturday 5th December just a two weeks away. There are still opportunities to contribute or help out on the day. Please contact the Office if you can offer assistance and make sure you come along on the day to join the fun.
 Transition Programmes
There is always something special about learning in our Secondary School .One of our priorities this year is to review the processes we have in place to smooth the children’s pathway as they leave Chai Wan and Year 6 and move on to Year 7 and BPR and start their first year in secondary school.
As so many of our children transition to BPR /Year 7 our focus has been to review and develop the links we have with our colleagues in the  Secondary school . Monday November 23rd is the latest action for parent to hear about moving up to Year 7. We will also be highlighting other actions later e.g. Year 6 link with the BPR teachers/ subject/  lesson trials . Our children always get excited and are always enthusiastic to learn from the BPR teachers and students and to use their facilities.
Another focus area has been to review and develop the links we have with Year 4 move to Chai Wan and into Year 5 in addition there are projects we will be looking into: Curriculum continuity /Mentoring Programme/Chinese Language/website use /Music/joint performances/Student Voice and Action/ CAS
 
 
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