T2 Weeks 9-11
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👋 LIVE FROM THE HIVE … 👋
TERM 2 WRAP-UP
That's a wrap on Term 2! We've had a fantastic 11 weeks together, packed with learning, laughter, sunny days at the park, and plenty of cosy rainy-day activities too. Now we're turning our attention to the holidays, and we couldn't be more excited!
🥶 WARM LAYERS 🥶
Please remember to pack some extra layers for your child during the holiday program, as the weather can change throughout the day. Having a jacket, jumper (or raincoat!) handy will help keep them comfortable and ready for any outdoor fun!
CALL OUT FOR STICK INSECTS
Do you know your stick insects? We're on the hunt for some expert tips! If you have knowledge about caring for stick insects, or a spare enclosure you're no longer using, we'd love to hear from you. Any advice on housing, feeding, or general care would be hugely appreciated as we look to welcome some new leafy friends to the Hive!!
👨🍳 🎨 🎲 WHAT HAVE THE KIDS BEEN UP TO? 🏏 🧸 🧪
Here is what we’ve been up to in our ACTIVITY CLUBS this past fortnight:
ART&CRAFT CLUB: coral crafts, popsicle stick fish, cardboard crabs, rainbow fish, squirtle turtles, starfish friends, puffer fish creations, cupcake liner jellyfish, paper weaving, colouring club, jewellery and hama beads!
SPORTS: dodgeball, cricket, bin ball, jack in the pack, tennis, golden ball, soccer, soccer shootout, handball competition and basketball!
EXPLORE & DISCOVER: nature treasure hunt, DIY slime, paddlepop stick construction, talent shows and t-shirt design!
CONSTRUCTIVE PLAY: kapla towers, obstacle course, cubbies, magnatiles and matchstick construction!
BAKING CLUB: cheesy garlic bread, homemade muesli, rosemary and sea salt crackers and chocolate cupcakes!
🏖️ HOLIDAY PROGRAM 🏖️
Spots are filling fast on some days! We're nearly full for the Bondi Ice Rink (14 July) and Toy Story 5 at The Ritz (15 July), and we running a waitlist for July 16. You can still request a space through the app, so get in quick!
Pricing reminder: Early bird pricing has now closed. Please add $10 to the prices shown on the calendar when booking.
Don't forget: Monday 20 July is also a Holiday Program day! Make sure you've locked in a spot!
If you haven’t already, please make sure that you sign the excursion permissions form! Link here.
If your child is attending the Bondi Ice Rink day, please make sure to sign the waiver and send Coach Matt confirmation that you have signed it at his email address, linked here.
🐝 BEES OF THE WEEK 🐝
Ophelia (Y6)
For performing at the Bread and Butter Poetry evening this week, a heat for the Australian Poetry Slam. Ophelia performed among 20 other adult poets and placed third overall! Well done, Ophelia, that's truly an incredible feat!
Rowan (Y1)
For delivering The Hive's Acknowledgement of Country by heart, so confidently and with such a strong, projected voice, at the beginning of our 4pm meeting this week! (see video below!)
🐌 OUR GARDEN 🌿
What a wonderful term it has been in the garden!
The transition into cooler weather this term has had us learning about seasons and which plants thrive at different times of the year. Seeing the seasons change and growing food seasonally has helped us become more connected to where our food comes from and how it grows.
We have enjoyed bringing the garden into the kitchen. Getting to harvest our own ingredients in the garden and turn them into something yummy in baking club has been really special, and helped to consolidate learning about seasonality.
We have also spent many happy hours enjoying nature play in the garden, using natural, no-waste materials like sticks, rocks, water, leaves, seed pods and flowers to create games, stories, and worlds. From fishing rods, tiny houses, fairy villages, floating boats, and homes for bugs and birds, the creativity has been endless.
This term I have especially enjoyed seeing the kids teach one another about the garden. Our regular gardeners love sharing their knowledge - showing others where particular plants are, what belongs in the compost, where to find a ladybug, or demonstrating how to harvest a plant without damaging it. Seeing their knowledge, passion, and confidence continue to grow has been a highlight!
I am looking forward to having the kids in the garden over the holiday program!
—> From Nelly, our garden guardian 🌿
