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Welcome everyone to 2019...


 We are very happy to have you all in our class for Year 5 and look forward to a fun, engaging and meaningful year together. Below are a few housekeeping items.

 Teachers
On Monday, Tuesday and half of Wednesday you will have Mrs McIlwraith as your teacher, then for the second half of Wednesday plus Thursday and Friday you will have Miss Dowling.

Gratitude
Why does saying thank you have so many benefits for us? When we count our blessings, we interrupt the cycle of negative and fearful thoughts, which allows the stress system in our bodies to recover. Research shows that when we are thankful, we love our lives and want to enjoy them. Also, when we receive praise from others, our brain releases the chemical dopamine, which encourages us to do more to receive such praise. This makes us want to thank others and make them feel good as well.
In Room 26, we want everyone to practice expressing what they are grateful for. It doesn't matter how small or large, we want you to tell us every other day what you are thankful for. 

 'Saying Sorry' Strategy
At Wattle Grove Primary School there will be a new strategy implemented to help students with saying sorry and really meaning it. It is not sufficient enough to just say 'sorry' without explaining what you are sorry about, why it is wrong what you did, how you will improve in the future and asking for forgiveness. Being able to apologise appropriately will improve the mental health and well-being of everyone at Wattle Grove Primary School.
SAYING SORRY STRATEGY
1.     I’m sorry for…..Be specific. Show the person you’re apologising to that you really understand what they are upset about.

2.     This is wrong because…….This might take some more thinking but this is one of the most important parts.

3.      In the future, I will……. Use positive language, and tell me what you WILL do, not what you won’t do


4.     Will you forgive me? This is important to restore the friendship.


 There are many exciting things happening this term and we cannot wait to enjoy them with you. From Aussie Day to Assembly's, we have a very busy term of learning and fun.

Kind regards,
Miss Dowling & Mrs McIlwraith


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