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Extra
Curricular Programs & Activities
- Active
After School program
- Gymnastics
program in Term III at the Maffra Gymnasium
- Learn
To Swim Program by Aus Swim Instructors
- Year
6 students annual performance in the Shakespeare Festival
- Participation
in community events such as Anzac Day March, Christmas Carols,
Shakespeare Festival, Australia Day activities etc
- Grandparents/Special
Friend Day
Staff
& the Curriculum
- Regular
professional development
- Best
teaching practices implemented
- Literacy
& numeracy skills a priority
- Academic
and non-academic achievements recognised
Victorian
Essential Learning Standards (VELS)
Three strands of learning:
Physical,
Personal and Social Learning
- Health
& Physical Education
- Interpersonal
Development
- Personal
Learning
- Civics
& Citizenship
Disciplined-based
Learning
-
The Arts
- English
& Languages Other Then English
- The
Humanities (Economics, Geography & History)
- Mathematics
- Science
Interdisciplinary
Learning
- Communication
- Design,
Creativity and Technology
- Information
& Communications Technology
- Thinking
Level 1 - End of Prep Year
Level 2 - End of Year 2
Level 3 - End of Year 4
Level 4 - End of Year 6
Level 5 - End of Year 8
Level 6 - End of Year 10
The Victorian Essential Learning Standards are underpinned
by a clear set of educational principles which reflect the community's
expectations for schooling in Victoria.
Learning for all
Pursuit of excellence
Engagement and effort
Respect for evidence
Openness of mind
Reporting
& Assessment
Assessment
is part of the overall process of whole school curriculum planning
required to weave the three learning strands : Physical, Personal
and Social Learning
Disciplined-based
Learning
Interdisciplinary Learning
Together these three strands are designed to meet the essential
learning requirements (VELS) of all students along with local community
expectations and needs.
Comprehensive school reports in line with Victorian Government standards
as indicated in VELS will be distributed in June and December of
the school year.
As well as a comprehensive report parents can expect at least two
formal interviews to be offered throughout the year.
Parents are welcome to request an interview at any time.
Reading assessment and support for students qualifying for Reading
Recovery.
PIPS (Performance Indicators in Primary Schools)
AIM (Achievement Indicator Monitor) for Years 3 & 5
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