Dear Parents,
How fast time flies and we are moving on to Term 4 of 2010! After completing the children's Term 3 Portfolio last week, I would wish to share a little personal note with you...
Every term, while I'm compiling the portfolio for the children, it serves as a time for me to reflect upon what was done through the Term. How have the children benefited through the activities and lessons conducted? Which area have they improved on and which area needs more attention in the coming term? And having been with the children close to a duration of 2 years, they have really matured. Not just in terms of appearance, but also in terms of character and general well-being. They are more aware of what is going on in school regarding lessons, school work and celebrations. They are more acceptable towards differences among friends and show ability to adapt quickly to changes.
Yes, N2 may be a rather big class with 25 little children. But because we are a big class, children get the opportunity to mix around with a wide range of children of different character, moods, likes and dislikes. They learn to adapt to one another and at the same time, share ideas, thoughts and opinions. There may be the occasional conflict among friends, but they have since learn to solve problems by trying to negotiate among themselves, or seek adults help for intervention.
Children have learnt to bond with one-another and care for each other, even without teachers reminder, forming a united N2 class. Take for example, a recent scenario, when we went to City Harvest Church for Children's Day celebration. The performance was about 2 hours. Within the 2 hours, although some wanted to visit the toilet, they were not able to do so as the toilet was quite a distance away. They managed to wait till the performance was over, before heading to the toilet. Once we reached the toilet, naturally everyone wants to go in at the same time. But teacher explained that there are some children who were really urgent and needed to use the toilet first. And the children started asking each other, "you want to go first? I can still wait for a while". As they allowed those who couldn't wait to go in first. It was such a beautiful sight to see such a self-less act coming from 4 years old, when we thought that they are only capable of fighting with their siblings and playing with toys. After going to the toilet, the taller kids even helped the shorter kids to switch on the tap as they washed their hands.
That is just one scenario among the many that has happened recently. No doubt at times it may be tiring to deal with conflicts after conflicts or constantly reminding them to behave themselves. But at the end of the day, it is truly rewarding to see the toddlers growing up into thoughtful little children. I get my rewards when they come up to me giving me a big smile and a big hug! My heart just melts and for that moment, nothing else seems to matter.
With that, I want to thank you, parents, for co-operating with us to bring the best childhood experience for the little ones. I hope that they will grow up to be an all-rounded child who is not only successful academically, but socially and emotionally as well. Without your kind understanding, we will not be able to provide them with the best learning experience with the outdoor learning trips, project and group work with your generous contribution. And we appreciate your sympathy towards little mishap or conflicts between children that happened in school. Let's continue working together to provide a fun and loving environment for the little children - and let them grow up with full of memorable childhood memories at Mulberry.
Should you have any queries regarding the portfolio or anything that you wish to clarify, feel free to give me a call at 6560 1016. Or email me at shirley@mulberrylearning.com
Happy Children's Day!
Our day of fun and joy at West Coast Park, 30th Sept, 2010.
With lots of love,
Teacher Shirley
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