About Grade 1, 2011! 

1st Day of School

The Wonderful Ones

Hello! My name is Amber Orton and I have the privilege of teaching the delightful, vibrant, energetic, artistic and talented Grade 1s! We have had a great first semester and are looking forward to a wonderful second semester.

Each day we have devotions to learn about our GREAT God. During this time we discuss the Bible, what particular scriptures mean to us, and how we can apply basic biblical principles to our everyday lives. We begin each day with a time of prayer, asking God to be with us and help us throughout the day. We also pray for specific prayer points or praise points. There is no better way to start the day than in a time of prayer.

Literacy groups are a big highlight for the children. They enjoy reading, writing, being creative and doing many more fun and interesting activities.

Mathematic lessons are always fun and a little competitive, as the children love playing Elimination, Steps and Buzz.

Our Integrated theme this term is 'Lights, Camera, Action!' We will be learning about different types of performances, puppetry, theatre, presenting, voice projection, make up, costume and so much more. I can't wait to see what the children achieve, learn, present and perform this term!!!

The children enjoy daily exercise during 'Wake and Shake'. This involves them learning fun moves to 'pop' music which are designed around core movement skills to encourage good physical development.

I am excited to have the honour of guiding and nurturing each of these wonderful children in their school journey and I look forward to seeing and sharing in their successes this year.

Proverbs 1:5 - Let the wise listen and add to their learning.