With so many boys getting coughs and colds at the moment - it is a good thing that we spent a session with Mrs Hawthorne, testing various substances for Vitamin C levels!
Testing for Vitamin C on PhotoPeach
Wellesley 5S
5S - A great bunch of learners!
Thursday, 30 July 2015
Monday, 22 June 2015
Y5 Trip to Te Papa
On Thursday 18th June 2015 Year 5S and Year 5P from Wellesley College travelled to Te Papa by car, with our parents.
When we arrived at Te Papa we split into our respective classes and, with each class going to view one of two exhibitions for an hour and then swapping over. 5S went to the Awesome Forces section first - which was to fit in with our Changing Landforms unit. Following this, we then went to view the Weta Studio’s Gallipoli Exhibit about World War 1.
At the Awesome Force, we first met Andrew. Andrew talked to us about what we were going to view, so we trampled through the door to the Awesome Forces room.The first sight we saw was inside a volcano in Auckland. Nobody knew which volcano it was. After we viewed the volcano we got to pick up rocks. The heaviest was iron and the lightest was granite. Secondly we went through another Awesome Forces room door it led to the major earthquakes section. Andrew gave out cards with questions on them. Some were very easy and some were extremely hard. We had to walk around the various parts of the exhibition to find the answers. Once we had found all of the answers we reported back to Andrew and he asked what we had learnt. It was great, as much of the information supported what we had been learning in class and helped us to extend our knowledge of the topic.
Once we had completed our work, we then moved onto the next exhibition, which was the Australia and New Zealand Army Corporation display. In the exhibition there were statues of dying soldiers and shared lavatories. We could clearly see that life in these war condition was not the little game that these young soldiers were expecting. It was amazing to see just how realistic the models of the soldiers and their surrounding were - quite scary in fact. The last thing I want to say before I bore you, is that unless you are willing to sacrifice yourself for the country, DON`T GO TO WAR!
Finally it was time to leave. All of 5S and 5P had really enjoy the trip to Te Papa. 5S and 5P are excitingly waiting for the next school trip.
By Joshua and David
When we arrived at Te Papa we split into our respective classes and, with each class going to view one of two exhibitions for an hour and then swapping over. 5S went to the Awesome Forces section first - which was to fit in with our Changing Landforms unit. Following this, we then went to view the Weta Studio’s Gallipoli Exhibit about World War 1.
At the Awesome Force, we first met Andrew. Andrew talked to us about what we were going to view, so we trampled through the door to the Awesome Forces room.The first sight we saw was inside a volcano in Auckland. Nobody knew which volcano it was. After we viewed the volcano we got to pick up rocks. The heaviest was iron and the lightest was granite. Secondly we went through another Awesome Forces room door it led to the major earthquakes section. Andrew gave out cards with questions on them. Some were very easy and some were extremely hard. We had to walk around the various parts of the exhibition to find the answers. Once we had found all of the answers we reported back to Andrew and he asked what we had learnt. It was great, as much of the information supported what we had been learning in class and helped us to extend our knowledge of the topic.
Once we had completed our work, we then moved onto the next exhibition, which was the Australia and New Zealand Army Corporation display. In the exhibition there were statues of dying soldiers and shared lavatories. We could clearly see that life in these war condition was not the little game that these young soldiers were expecting. It was amazing to see just how realistic the models of the soldiers and their surrounding were - quite scary in fact. The last thing I want to say before I bore you, is that unless you are willing to sacrifice yourself for the country, DON`T GO TO WAR!
Finally it was time to leave. All of 5S and 5P had really enjoy the trip to Te Papa. 5S and 5P are excitingly waiting for the next school trip.
By Joshua and David
Friday, 29 May 2015
Expert Knowledge
Nothing can beat getting in an expert, when you're in the midst of a fascinating inquiry.
Today the boys in 5S were lucky enough to have Volcanologist and Wellesley Parent, Mike Ross to come and share his knowledge and expertise with us.
The boys enjoyed watching amazing video clips filmed by Mike and asking questions, enhancing our learning around our Changing Landforms inquiry. We could have kept in the class all day - so we're hoping for a return visit!
Thanks Mike.
Frank with Mike - wearing "Volcano Protective" gear.
Friday, 1 May 2015
The Power of Wind and Rain!
Science this week involved the exploration of how rain and wind changed and impacted on our landscapes. The boys had to make models and then observe what was happening to them, as they subjected the models to rain and wind.
A great hands-on experience - followed by lots of interesting discussions.
Thanks Mrs Hawthorne.
Exploring Erosion on PhotoPeach
Friday, 24 April 2015
Anzac Chapel Service
On Wednesday 23rd April, the school held an Anzac Day Chapel service - gathering around the flagpole to pay our respects to the fallen. It was a very special and moving service, with the boys demonstrating their understanding of the occasion.
Tuesday, 7 April 2015
Stream Inquiries
The culmination of over a month of study, has resulted in these outstanding inquiries.
The boys presented their work to the class in the last week of term, impressing us with their detailed knowledge and depth of learning, around their chosen stream plant or animal.
Stream Inquiries on PhotoPeach
The boys presented their work to the class in the last week of term, impressing us with their detailed knowledge and depth of learning, around their chosen stream plant or animal.
Stream Inquiries on PhotoPeach
Friday, 27 March 2015
Is It A Bird? Is It A Plane? - No It's Just A Wellesley Student Arriving At School!
Never A Dull Moment At Wellesley - James Biggins (Year 7) arrives to school this morning in a helicopter:
James is raising funds for Mila - see details:
James’s page: http://givealittle.co.nz/fundraiser/pleasehelpmila raising awareness Mila.
Mila has spastic quadriplegia cerebral palsy. And James is hoping to raise awareness and funds for her surgery, the surgery costs = $100,000 (currently $58,004.40 donated on Mila’s page). James has raised $1222.00 WOW.
James is raising funds for Mila - see details:
James’s page: http://givealittle.co.nz/fundraiser/pleasehelpmila raising awareness Mila.
Mila has spastic quadriplegia cerebral palsy. And James is hoping to raise awareness and funds for her surgery, the surgery costs = $100,000 (currently $58,004.40 donated on Mila’s page). James has raised $1222.00 WOW.
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