Welcome Parents

Topics of Discussion A Little About Me What is the IB system and why does it benefit

my child? Transdiciplinary Theme – 'Who We Are' Specialist Teachers Homework Expectations Reading Expectations Assistance from 'you' the parents Physical Education Open door policy

Year 6 Blog Nobel Peace Centre Exhibition Heggedal Skole Hygiene Year 6 Representative Respect

A Little About Me

Moved to Norway a year ago Have been teaching for 6 years and have

taught in Australia, England and now Norway Bachelor of Education (Middle School)

majoring in Physical Education and English Literature

I have recently gotten engaged and am hoping to start a family in the next few years.

What is IB?

The International Baccalaureate is a program that aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.

This program encourages students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.

IB Learner Profile

We strive for our IB Learners to be:

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Teaching and Learning in the IB

The IB celebrates the many ways people work together to construct meaning and make sense of the world. Through the interplay of asking, doing and thinking, this constructivist approach leads towards open, democratic classrooms. An IB education empowers young people for a lifetime of learning, independently and in collaboration with others. It prepares a community of learners to engage with global challenges through inquiry, action and reflection.

Transdiciplinary Themes

These themes provide IB World schools with the oppourtunity to incorporate local and global issues into the curriculum and effectively allow students to 'step up' beyond the confines of learning within subject areas.

Who We Are Where We Are In Place And Time How We Express Ourselves How The World Works How We Organise Ourselves Sharing The Planet

Who We Are

Specialist Teachers

Maths – Mr Eric Technology – Mr Jonathan Science – Ms Debra Humanities – Ms Harriett Norwegian – Ms Ida Physical Education – Mr Andrew

Homework Expectations Students will receive their homework on

Tuesday and it is due on Friday Students will receive Maths and Spelling .

Maths -Relates to what they are learning in class. Spelling – High frequency subject words

Unit work may appear on any night Specialist Teachers may also distribute

Homework Please monitor your child's homework. If

unsure what has been set then check the blog Don't settle for average – we want 'GREAT'

Reading Expectations Since I have limited time with students on a

daily basis they NEED TO READ AT HOME! This needs to be every night especially if

English isn't their mother tongue. Students are encouraged to borrow books

from the school library This will dramatically increase your child's

vocabulary, strengthen their analytical skills and improve their memory

If any parents would like their child to take home set books to monitor then please ask

Help from 'You'

Please be aware of what is happening each week in class, ask your child questions, visit the classroom. If unsure email me.

Be interested and willing to help your child with research, homework and reading

Be a guest speaker (How you learnt a skill) Volunteer READ THE BLOG!

Physical Education

Cycling Safety Program Fantastic if your child can bring their own bike

a helmet and a bike lock Students may leave their bike at school on the

racks provided or take it home after their lesson on Monday

Important that your child participates as they will be learning valuable skills

Open Door Policy

I want you to feel that you are welcome in your child's class and that you can be apart of their learning

If there is ever an issue or problem that your child is having in regards to their schooling please don't hesitate to get in contact.

Contact me via email – will do my best to reply as promptly as possible

Most problems are easily solved if approached at an early state.

Year 6 Blog

One stop shop for finding out what is happening with your child's learning

Homework Field Trip Notices Photos Lesson and activities

Nobel Peace Centre Thursday 4th September Students must be at the school at 8:50 Trip is completely free Students have suitable clothing (walking

shoes, rain jacket) Students will need to have a packed lunch

with them to eat at Aker brygge Students will be back before 2:45 If there are parents that would like to join us

please email me.

What is PYP Exhibition?

-Culmination of PYP

-A rite of passage from the PYP to the MYP

-A celebration of learning

-A demonstration of what it means to be a PYP student, applying what they have learned and who they have become throughout their journey in the PYP (essential elements)

-Individual and group inquiry

-Student centered

What does PYP Exhibition look like?

Goal: Following official PYP guidelines students will stage an exhibition demonstrating their understanding of the PYP.

Role: Each student will contribute to the exhibition and make a presentation.

Audience: All members of the school community and parents, donors and non-governmental organizations (NGOs).

Situation: Students decide what action to take to solve an identifiable local problem that also related to the bigger world.

Product or performance: PYP Exhibition (the opportunity for students to share their message with the community and world!)

Enduring Understanding: Have the children made a difference in the community and/or world and shown an understanding of the PYP essential elements?

Another parent / student meeting will be scheduled to go into further detail.

Heggedal Skole

Will not affect your child's learning at all Only issue we have encountered so far is the

playground, pick up and drop off All of these issues will be resolved as it is only

the 2nd week. Our Students have been very mature the

entire week. We thank you for being understanding

Hygiene

Students in year 6 are beginning to turn into teenagers

Therefore important that you talk to your child about how their body is changing

School Nurse has been asked to come in and speak with boys and girls separately

Please make sure you supply your children with deodorant before they come to school

Having Respect Please make sure you reinforce to your

children the importance of respect with their classmates

We all come from a variety of countries all with our own cultural traditions and beliefs

Therefore it is essential that everyone understand that we are all different and that we can learn from one another

That's what makes this school so amazing. The diversity!

Thank you

I am extremely excited and enthusiastic about your child's learning

I will do whatever possible to make sure they feel comfortable in class and are looking forward to come to school every day

Thank you for showing an interest in your child's learning

It's going to be a busy year but with your support your children can really excel in their learning

Year 6 Representative

Every class in the school will have a parent to represent the entire parent cohort for that grade.

They will be responsible for attending meetings, being the link between parent and teacher / principal

Helping organise school events Taking an active role in the well being of the

school.