We've had another fun-filled week at OSHC! We had many children roller skating on the tiger turf, with the more experienced skaters helping out those who needed it. There was a bottle-flipping competition on the mini oval with some impressive moves being displayed, as well as jar colouring. One of Monday's highlights was the discovery of a mystery bug in the playground. It was large, brightly coloured and had wings, yet we were unsure as to exactly what kind of bug it was. We consulted our resident bug expert, who identified it to be a native wasp.
Tuesday included a gymnastics workshop on the mini oval, where participants were taught to do cartwheels and handstands by our experienced gymnasts. We also had basketball in the SAC, and many rounds of Flux and Battleship. Our Wii and computers were turned off - as they are every Tuesday - so the children came up with ways to entertain themselves.
We had lots of discussion on Wednesday about global politics, with the US Election being closely followed throughout the day. The children and staff spoke about the candidates and their policies, and whether they were the same as our own views and beliefs. The importance of respecting everyone's opinions, whether you agree or not, was also discussed and practiced.
Thursday saw more basketball and foosball games, and gymnastics practice. Some of the children used our craft supplies to construct weapons. These weapons were safe to use, and lots of fun was had with them. We continued these activities on Friday, as well as outside play, board games and art.
Friday was Remembrance Day. Lots of the children participated in activities during the day, and learnt about the meaning and significance of the day. One of the children, described the activities she did...
"On Remembrance Day, our Aunties, Grandpas and Grannies, friends, and our Dads and Mums came to school to remember the people that went to war. We took them on a tour to the playground and the spots where there is something that is built. We showed them around the school and made them poppies. We had a ceremony, which was about remembering the soldiers that went to the war."
WARNING- The 17th of November is the start of FIRE Danger Season. In collaboration with the CFS, the Department for Education and Child Development has developed a policy that establishes a process for schools and pre-schools to be temporarily closed and school buses to be cancelled on days of 'catastrophic' bushfire weather conditions.
December Vacation Care is only short this year from the 19th
to the 23rd and will be having an early finish at 1:30 pm. In
January Vacation Care is back for two weeks before School goes back. These
dates are the 16th until the 27th of January.
REMINDER- Priority for Vacation Care bookings will be given to working families. On days that are booked out, we will review the bookings and ensure that there is room for families who have no other option of care for their children. This may result in non-essential bookings being removed, in which case the family will be informed.
We continue 'The Story of OSHC' this week with some more photos. This person loves Pokémon, and chose to take some photos of her favourite book. She often reads this book at OSHC to learn more about Pokémon, which she really enjoys. Here are some of her photos...
