Month: July 2023

Introducing Our Education Support Team: Building a Strong Foundation for Student Success

From time to time we like to highlight various teams/work around the school. 

This week, we are thrilled to feature our dedicated Education Support Team, a group of passionate adults who are committed to nurturing the growth and development of our students both inside and outside the classroom. With the shared goal of fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment, our team works tirelessly to provide invaluable support during classroom instruction and playtime in the yard. We firmly believe that a strong foundation is key to every student’s success, and our team is here to ensure that no child is left behind.

On Monday 10^th July, Professional Practice Day, our ES team undertook learning about ‘High Impact Wellbeing Strategies’, and trauma-informed practice.  The learning, reflections and high-order discussions were impressive.  We have an amazing team here at Beacy!

In the classroom, our Education Support Team collaborates closely with teachers to create a dynamic and engaging learning environment. They assist in various aspects of classroom management, offering personalised attention to students who may require extra support or guidance. Whether it’s reinforcing lessons, facilitating group activities, or providing one-on-one assistance, our team members are committed to ensuring that every student can thrive academically, regardless of their unique learning needs.

During playtime in the yard, our Education Support Team takes on the crucial role of fostering social interaction, promoting inclusiveness, and ensuring the safety of all students. They actively engage with the children, encouraging them to develop essential social skills, resolve conflicts peacefully, and embrace the joy of cooperative play. By actively supervising and participating in recreational activities, our team members create an environment where students feel supported, respected, and empowered to explore their interests and build friendships.

At the heart of our Education Support Team’s work lies a deep belief in the potential of every student. They embrace diversity, recognising the unique strengths and challenges that each child brings to the learning community. With their unwavering dedication and unwavering commitment to student success, our team plays an integral role in creating a nurturing and enriching educational experience for all.

A big thanks to our dedicated ES team!

Welcome back everyone to Term 3! Time is flying already as we are already two weeks into term. It has been great seeing students switch straight back into their routines and enjoy catching up with peers. Term 3 is a great term, where I find students have established how they work and operate in their classrooms and can really dig deeper into their thinking and learning.

There has been so many things happening already this term, such as celebrating NAIDOC week, HoopTime basketball and the Grade 5/6 attending the Division Winter Lightning Premiership. With lots more events planned for this term and the rest of the year, it is a great opportunity to engage students in a variety of aspects of learning and experiences.

Professional Practice Day

On Monday last week, teachers held their Professional Practice Day. It was an excellent opportunity for teachers to dive deeper into aspects of their teaching. Teams met and had professional conversations around evidence-based strategies to improve their teaching and the learning opportunities for their students. We thank parents and carers for supporting these days as they provide our teachers with invaluable time to work on their craft.

Amazing State Cross Country Achievement

A huge congratulations to Kai C for representing our school at the state level for cross country. Kai’s favourite part was that he got to test himself against the top 100 runners in the state, where he finished in 42^nd place. What an achievement! He found that the hardest part was the course. There was a massive hill and there were sections of the course that was thick sludgy mud so you couldn’t run at full speed. People were slipping over and coming back covered in mud. Well done Kai, we are all very proud of you.

I hope you are all staying warm and dry on these cold wintery days. I’m sure Mrs Inglis is thinking of us all while she is watching cricket in the European heat wave. But I do know she is missing seeing everyone and is looking forward to sharing about all her amazing adventures when she is back in week 4.

Enjoy your weekend and we will see you all ready to roll for week 3!

Mr Buckingham