once upon a time there was a little comic...
Actually, the art lesson in Year 6 on creating a comic started quite simply. The children learned about the theory of comics, what is a "panel" and how do you create a "character"? How can you depict facial expressions?
Thematically, we then moved into the area of "food" and quickly came up with wonderful creations, such as the mysterious "Spygetti" and a very limber "Taccomann". It got even tastier as we were joined by burger, doughnut and soft ice cream creatures and dived into a fantastic world. The characters were so lovingly designed that it would be a shame if they were to "go stale" in a sketchbook.
The next step was clear. These creative masterpieces have to be seen! Thanks to Mr Abicht, walls were found in the school on which the children were allowed to paint. The children were immediately hooked, and a project was born...
Watch this space on how this project develops...
- Melanie Sauer/Class teacher Year 7
es war einmal ein kleiner comic...
Eigentlich startete die Kunststunde in Klasse 6 zum Gestalten eines Comics ganz einfach. Die Kinder haben etwas über die Theorie des Comics erfahren, was ist ein „Panel“ und wie erstellt man einen „Character“? Wie kann man Mimik darstellen?
Thematisch bewegten wir uns dann im Bereich „Essen“ und schnell entstanden wundervolle Kreationen, wie zum Beispiel der mysteriöse „Spygetti“ und ein sehr gelenkiger „Taccomann“. Es wurde noch leckerer, denn es gesellten sich Burger-, Doughnut- und Softeiskreaturen dazu und wir tauchten ab in eine fantastische Welt. Die Character wurden so liebevoll gestaltet, dass es eine Schande wäre, wenn diese im Skizzenbuch „versauern“ würden.
Der nächste Schritt war klar. Diese kreativen Meisterwerke müssen gesehen werden! Dank Herrn Abicht konnten Wände in der Schule gefunden werden, die von den Kindern bemalt werden dürfen. Die Kinder waren sofort Feuer und Flamme und ein Projekt entstand.
Wir halten Sie auf dem Laufenden, wie das Projekt weitergeht...
- Melanie Sauer/Klassenlehrerin Klasse 7
Two of our Year 9 students, Jamila and Ana, represented GISS at the local Anzac Day service in Terrey Hills on Anzac Day.
After laying a wreath, both students gave a short speech about what Anzac Day means to them personally. They also reflected and commemorated those who served in the First World War and beyond.
Anzac Day is a national day of remembrance in Australia and New Zealand that broadly commemorates all Australians and New Zealanders "who served and died in all wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations" and "the contribution and suffering of all those who have served".
Thank you to Jamila, Ana, and their teachers
Mr Goossens, Mr Szartowicz, and Ms Rosenthal who attended the service on behalf of our School.
Zwei unserer Schülerinnen der 9. Klasse, Jamila und Ana, vertraten die GISS beim örtlichen Anzac Gedenktag in Terrey Hills.
Nach der Kranzniederlegung hielten beide Schülerinnen eine kurze Rede darüber, was der Anzac Day für sie persönlich bedeutet. Sie reflektierten und erinnerten auch an diejenigen, die im Ersten Weltkrieg und darüber hinaus gedient haben.
Vielen Dank an Jamila, Ana und ihre LehrerInnen, Herrn Goossens, Herrn Szartowicz und Frau Rosenthal, die im Namen unserer Schule an der Gedenkfeier teilgenommen haben.
Der Anzac Day ist ein nationaler Gedenktag in Australien und Neuseeland, der an alle Australier und Australierinnen, und Neuseeländer und Neuseeländerinnen erinnert, "die in allen Kriegen, Konflikten und friedenserhaltenden Operationen gedient haben und gestorben sind" und an "den Beitrag und das Leiden aller, die gedient haben" gedenkt.
anzac day
UPP WORKSHOPS YEARS 5 TO 10
On Tuesday, 2nd May, the team from UPP (Unleashing Personal Potential) were on campus again delivering fun and interactive workshops, which support our GISS wellbeing curriculum for Years 5 to10.
The workshops this term, built on from targeted sessions delivered by UPP last year and which ultimately form part of a series of impact sessions covering the following topics.
Understanding the remarkable power of the human brain, neuroplasticity and assessing our own mindsets
Using an evidence-based goal setting processes and learning from failures in order to foster perseverance and passion toward reaching our goals
Focusing on "rising by lifting others" and active listening, in order to build authentic friendships.
AN INTRODUCTION TO WELLBEING WITH PERMAH
Outlining six elements of wellbeing and discovering ways to enhance our own wellbeing.
LEADERSHIP IS INFLUENCE
Everyday leadership by example, service and action.
DIFFERENT LEADERSHIP STRENGTHS
Three types of leaders (prophet, planner, people). Helping to understand our strengths, and those of others in order to achieve synergy.
THE POWER OF TEAM
Working together in groups to complete activities and achieve objectives, while learning and applying UPP's ASPIRE framework (Action, Service, Persistence, Influence, Respect and Encouragement).
During pastoral time, class teachers will revisit these topics with structured lesson modules and classroom discussions in order to facilitate and foster connections and deeper understanding. - Nicola Hartley
"being me" year 5 workshop
Our Year 5 students participated in a workshop ‘Being Me’ conducted by Nadiah Karim, a registered Psychotherapist & Counsellor from Mental Wellness Prevention & Recovery Space. During the interactive session, the students explored the impact of social media on their own perception of appearance and body image.
They also delved into ways of promoting a healthy body image and building self-esteem and confidence. In addition, the workshop covered the topic of emotions, including why we experience them, and provided the students with easy-to-use coping strategies. The session also provided information on where to seek further information and help.
Ulrike Miehle - CAS Coordinator (IB) / Student Counsellor
Unsere SchülerInnen der 5. Klasse nahmen an einem Workshop "Being Me" teil, der von Nadiah Karim, einer registrierten Psychotherapeutin und Beraterin von Mental Wellness Prevention & Recovery Space, geleitet wurde. Die SchülerInnen untersuchten den Einfluss von Social Media auf ihre eigene Wahrnehmung von Aussehen und Körperbild.
Sie befassten sich auch mit Möglichkeiten, ein gesundes Körperbild zu fördern und Selbstwertgefühl und Selbstvertrauen aufzubauen. Darüber hinaus behandelte der Workshop das Thema Emotionen, einschließlich der Gründe, warum wir sie erleben, und vermittelte den SchülerInnen einfach anzuwendende Bewältigungsstrategien. Den SchülerInnen wurde auch mitgeteilt, wo weitere Informationen und Hilfe gesucht werden können.
"being me" workshop klasse 5
Ulrike Miehle - CAS Coordinator (IB) / Student Counsellor
klassenfahrt klasse 9 deutsch biologie
Am 13.05 sind wir mit unserer Bio Deutsch Klasse nach Long Reef gefahren. Das ist ein schöner Ort an der Küste von Australien. Wir wollten dort mehr über das Ökosystem des Riffs lernen.
Wir sind früh am Morgen mit dem Bus losgefahren. Die Fahrt hat etwa eine halbe Stunde gedauert. Als wir ankamen, mussten wir erstmal zwei Stunden lang Papierarbeit machen. Das war ziemlich langweilig, aber notwendig. Wir haben verschiedene Arbeitsblätter ausgefüllt und Fragen beantwortet.
Nach der Papierarbeit sind wir für eine halbe Stunde neben dem Golfplatz zum Riff gelaufen. Das war viel schöner als im Klassenzimmer zu sitzen. Wir konnten die frische Luft und die Aussicht genießen. Am Riff angekommen, haben wir einige spannende Aktivitäten gemacht. Zum Beispiel haben wir den Salzgehalt des Wassers getestet und verschiedene Pflanzen und Tiere beobachtet. Am Ende haben wir auch Tiere gefangen und sie ganz nah angeschaut.
Am Ende sind zwei Schüler und Schülerinnen ins Wasser gefallen.
Die Klassenfahrt nach Long Reef war eine tolle Erfahrung für uns alle. Wir haben viel gelernt und Spaß gehabt. Ich würde gerne nochmal dorthin fahren und mehr über das Riff entdecken.
- Leo, Yeshan, Ole
YEAR 9 german biology excursion
The animals: We witnessed a diverse range of creatures throughout the excursion, such as barnacles, waratah anemones, and zebra snails and it was incredibly interesting to see these creatures going about their daily life in such a small environment and how they co-exist alongside one another. Another remarkable experience was the sea-cucumber, we found this towards the end of the day in a deep rockpool, and were able to feel the spectacular creature, the slimy, soft texture astounded us all and there were many laughs in the process.
Sampling techniques: One of the coolest experiences we had at the excursion was the animal sampling. With glass containers in our hand, we paced along the little rockpools on the plateau to find some of the abundant wildlife they have.
Some of the organisms that were available to catch were the puffer fish, sea cucumbers, a wide range of sea stars, sea urchins, a few tiny fish and lots of sea snails. But one animal that we were desperate to find was the common Sydney octopus; to our dismay we failed. Other than that, we had a great time.
After about half an hour, we collected our finds in a large plastic container, after which we observed all the animals and even had the astounding experience to hold some of them. We than released the animals back into their natural habitat.
- Kira, Charlotte, Aureleo, Kylin
On Friday 5th May, 33 students our Senior Choir spent the day at the Lionel Watt Sport & Community Centre for their annual Senior Choir Day. It was a fun and intensive day, spent learning new repertoire and polishing songs already known.
The Senior Choir is looking forward to participating in the Northern Beaches Eisteddfod (as well as the Junior Choir) on 25th May, and will also perform in Sydney Town Hall in August, along with six other independent schools from the Sydney region in the IPSHA Performing Arts Festival.
There is a lot of music to be learnt, and wonderful memories to be made!
our senior choir
- Janine Boubbov
Mosman Art Gallery is known for fostering the next generation of artists through the Mosman Youth Art Prize. Each year hundreds of budding artists submit their drawings, paintings, photographs, videos, prints, sculpture and ceramics that form this overview of the artists of the future.
Our very talented Year 6 student, Cotton, was one of the finalists in her category with her drawing "My Little Poodle'. Congratulations, Cotton!
year 6 artist
Dear Parents
The Online Simulated Maths Olympiad (OSMO) conducted by the International Maths Olympiad Challenge (IMOC) is back this year and will be conducted online on June 3-4, 2023.
Since we are a Selected School, our students can take the Olympiad without having to pay any fees. There are a few value-added services the Olympiad provides, that do attract a fee, but you can opt for the 'Olympiad only' free version. For details on how to register, please refer to the App notification you have received.
Follow the link here to find all the information about the Olympiad.
The deadline to register your child is May 29, 2023.
Good luck!
Simone Schell (Secondary maths faculty lead)
