June 10 and 17

Week 6 and 7

Because we had a short week we are coming the blog for the fortnight.

Last week we had a week of variety. Indoors we had activities like board games, drawing and constructive play, while outside we played badminton, tennis and cricket. Unfortunately there's been a lack of footy as the wet weather has left the ovals boggy and horrible. Not great for when we need to send children home clean!

Later in the week when we were stuck indoors the kids got creative by playing miniature sports indoors! Rules were designed by the kids in a way that developed fair and responsible play. Rules such as pushing the ball out of bounds meant that it was turned over to the opposition, this stopped people from hitting it as hard as they could. The material used to make goals changed a few times to find the best possible option. The games developed were miniature soccer, hockey and basketball. 

Friday’s pupil-free day was focused on crafts. Children mostly spent time designing and decorating pillows that were sewn together by machine to ensure they stayed intact. Many children sat and asked lots of questions about the machine and how it worked. Some could recognise design features like the presser foot which had a similar shape to a snow ski, after watching it slide across and over bumps they could see why both the foot and a ski had a lip at the front. 
Unfortunately we were all so busy designing and sewing that we didn't get the opportunity to take any photos of the kid's brilliant pieces!

This week we have started a new survey that asks children what new skill they would like to learn at OSHC. The options are skipping, hula-hoop, somersaults and juggling. So far hula-hoop is in the lead. We've asked this because while the weather continues to stop our play and sport outside we are looking to find new ways of keeping everyone active and having fun.

This week we are so glad to have Maya and Damian back after their final year placements.

On the 3rd of July at 1pm-4pm, the school is celebrating their Centenary. It is a great time for us to look at our history! Some of you may know that the OSHC building was actually the first headmaster's house, equipped with cellar and fireplaces. Apart from the school house it is the second oldest building in this area. The OSHC will be open during the open-day for people to look at. 

Watch this space!

The vacation care program will be available on this blog as of next week. But if you urgently need to lock in dates please speak with Dianne.

Stay warm, safe and happy this weekend!

Here's some work the children wanted to share this week: