Wagaman Primary School in Darwin, Northern Territory | State school

Wagaman Primary School

Locality: Darwin, Northern Territory

Phone: +61 8 8922 6011

Address: 35 Wagaman Terrace, Wagaman 0810 Darwin, NT, Australia

Website: http://www.wagamanprimary.nt.edu.au

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25.01.2022 How were the Learning Commissioners being COMMUNICATORS? Today our Learning Commissioners shared the terrific work they have undertaken this year with improving student engagement in maths with other Learning Commissioners across Darwin, the Minister for Education Lauren Moss : Member for Casuarina and Education NT’s Chief Executive Officer Karen Weston. A big thanks to their supporters Pivot Professional Learning, Evidence for Learning and The Eventful Learning Co.... We can't wait to see what they plan to do in 2021!

25.01.2022 What event are we acknowledging this week? This week is National NAIDOC week. The theme is ‘Always Was, Always Will Be.’ We recognise that Aboriginal people have occupied and cared for this country for over 65,000 years. As you walk into our school, stop and take a look at the display created by 5/6 Ah Mat.

25.01.2022 What is the science behind making ice cream? 5/6 Colling inquired into the making of ice cream. They experimented with flavour and texture. Some lucky teachers taste tested each one. Thank you to Mrs Chadbourne for leading this fun inquiry.

24.01.2022 How was our Preschool Open Evening? We would like to give a special Wagaman Welcome our newest and littlest members of our Wagaman community. Last Wednesday, our 2021 preschoolers explored their learning environment, experienced some exciting activities and got to meet some new friends. ... For enrollment enquiries, please contact our school office on 8922 6011.

23.01.2022 How do we find out about changing matter? Today our Year 6 students were being researchers; researching spinifex glue and making yarn spheres.

22.01.2022 What important skill have our early year's students learning? Today was the last day of our swimming program with Royal Life Saving NT. The kids had a great time learning new swimming and survival skills in the water.

22.01.2022 Who wants to be a scientist? Thank you to Dripstone Middle School for inviting our Year 5 students to their Science Fair. It showcased how fun science can be!

22.01.2022 HOW ARE WE TRACKING WITH OUR FUNDRAISING? A big appreciation to our students. We have exceeded our target of $10,000. We have raised $12,185. There is still time to collect more sponsors before our run on Friday. ... If you have cash donations, please bring these to our Front Office. Students can also start ordering their prizes. If you need any assistance, please come and ask.

22.01.2022 Where can you view our school concert? A video link has been sent to families via the Seesaw app to view class performances. You will need to enter the password provided in the message to be able to view. You have until the end of this month to watch. ... We hope you enjoy it!

19.01.2022 Do you have a little one starting Transition in 2021? Don't forget our Transition Information evening is tomorrow, Wednesday 18th, from 5:00 to 6:00 pm.

19.01.2022 What event finished today? A big thank you to The Jiu-Jitsu Studio Darwin for providing a great afternoon experience for our 3/4 students over the past 4 weeks. Our kids loved it. The afternoon sporting experiences are possible with funding from Sporting Schools.

19.01.2022 HOW DID WE GO AT ZONE ATHLETICS? Congratulation to all our students who competed at the zone athletics on Wednesday. Our students showed persistence, and all gave their personal best.

19.01.2022 What is for sale from Mayuma Garden? Mrs Suvi and her garden helpers have potted aloe vera plants. They are $2 a pot. Be quick before they are all gone.

18.01.2022 What's been happening at netball? Oure teams have been playing some great games over the last couple of weeks. Looking for some action shots? Click on the link below to see some photos of our recent match with Stuart Park Primary. https://area6.smugmug.com//11112020-Wagaman-vs-S/n-cs6fNC/

18.01.2022 Want to see more action from the Pink Power Gala Day? Spot the Wagaman students showing persistence and their personal best!

18.01.2022 Who gets a big congratulations? We would like to say congratulations to Mrs McKinnon on her appointment as principal of our terrific school. Mandy has done an amazing job acting in the role for nearly 18 months. Our Wagaman community look forward to many more!

18.01.2022 Who hosted assembly today? Thanks to 5/6 Ah Mat, who shared poetry and what it means to be a digital citizen. They also showcased their unique redesigns of the National NAIDOC week poster. Look out for these on display in our entry next week to celebrate NAIDOC week.

15.01.2022 How can you show your support? Congratulations to Suzi and the team at Life Education NT for being listed as finalists in The NT News' Favourite Educator competition. We love having Suzi and Harold visit Wagaman each year. Show your support and give them a vote!

14.01.2022 How do we use music to promote inclusion? Today we joined other schools across the country in Music Count Us In. The 2020 Song was called ‘You Won’t Bring Us Down’. Our students sang the song not only with voice but also using Auslan. ... The lyrics draw on the themes of young people standing up for what they believe in, inspired by climate change and the recent Australian bushfires.

14.01.2022 Where has Mrs McKinnon gone today? She’s visiting our campers! The Year 3/4 students, teachers and parents are having an awesome time collaborating and learning at Batchelor Outdoor Education Centre.

13.01.2022 Who do we appreciate? Well done to our Wagaman Warriors who persisted and did their personal best this season of AFL. Thanks you to Miss Ah Mat and Mr Brod for supporting the team each match.

13.01.2022 Where are the Wagaman Warriors playing?

11.01.2022 Did you see us on the Education NT Facebook page?

11.01.2022 How are we developing the leaders of tomorrow? Today our Learning Commissioners shared their ideas to improve mathematics at Wagaman. They presented their research and recommendations to The Eventful Learning Co., Pivot Professional Learning and John Cleary from the DoE NT. Keep an eye out for their exciting initiatives they have planned in the coming term.

10.01.2022 How are we being RESEARCHERS? Our 1/2 classes are inquiring into the properties of different materials. They have been using their senses to explore and create mixtures of solids, mixtures of solids and liquids, and mixtures of liquids. Have a look at 1/2 Vinu being PLAYFUL with their inquiry. They were being chefs, wizards and scientists when observing and carefully collecting information.

10.01.2022 WHAT SHOULD YOU BE LOOKING FOR IN YOUR CHILD'S BAG? Semester 1 reports were sent home this afternoon.

10.01.2022 What is Meaningful Maths? Meaningful Maths is an approach to the teaching of mathematics based on the New Zealand number framework. The framework has a strong focus on strategy; the mental processes students use to solve number problems This year at Wagaman, we have begun to adopt this approach; joining other schools in the Casuarina Education Precinct and across Darwin. ... Today a select group of 5/6 students went to a Meaningful Maths Enrichment Day. They participated in a variety of high-level problem solving activities with students from other schools across Darwin.

09.01.2022 WHAT SPECIAL EVENT IS HAPPENING TOMORROW AFTERNOON? Don't forget to pack your white t-shirt. You may also need a small towel and thongs as we have some water stations where you might get wet!

08.01.2022 How do our students participate in outdoor learning experiences? Our 3/4 students at Batchelor Outdoor Education Centre have had an action packed day. They have learnt bush survival skills such as making a shelter, a stretcher and learning about camping equipment. ... There was even time to play!

08.01.2022 R U OK? Tomorrow is R U OK Day. It is a day where we are reminded to look out for ourselves and others. We have been celebrating acts of kindness across this week. Students have been writing these and adding to our kind wall.

08.01.2022 Who is celebrating a wonderful first year? Our Preschoolers have their concert tomorrow evening. Arrive at 6 for a 6:15 pm start. There might be a special visitor joining us in the evening.

08.01.2022 What were the Stars Foundation teaching our 5/6 girls? Resilience! Thanks again to the girls from Dripstone Middle School for mentoring our 5/6 students this afternoon. They taught our girls a fun game that promoted the importance of working as a team and keeping your cool when things don't work out.

07.01.2022 What project we're our 3/4 students at school making? They were busy in the STEM room creating dioramas of Australian places based on the boo Are We There Yet?

05.01.2022 How are we COMMUNICATING our love of culture this NAIDOC week? We would love to share this terrific video of Marrko from Transition and Mr Brod sharing their music using the didgeridoo and claps sticks to our preschoolers.

05.01.2022 How are 3/4 Ramsay being RESEARCHERS? A big thanks to Casuarina Senior College for welcoming our 3/4s to their science labs. It's great collaboration across schools. The children wore lab coats and protective glasses to investigate the properties of materials. ... Some experiments included using thermometers to measure the temperature of hot water, testing the insulating features of different materials and the flammability of fabrics. They were amazed to see the polyester and nylon fabrics melt. Thanks to Mr Ramsay for hosting our students.

03.01.2022 WHAT DO YOU NEED FOR TODAY? Remember to pack a white shirt for today's Colour Explosion Fun Run.

02.01.2022 Did you see us in The NT News? Our Transition students were celebrated for their Fabulous First Year at school in today’s NT New’s. If you are a Transition parent, make sure you get your copy for this great keepsake.

01.01.2022 How are we helping to grow the profile of girls in sport? Well done to our Year 4, 5 and 6 girls who really showed the Wagaman Way when participating in this year’s Pink Power AFL day. A well deserved cool down with a waterslide at the end of the day.

01.01.2022 What archery tips do we have? Hold the bow firm Place the arrow in the bow Keep your arm straight... Pull the bow string back with your 2 fingers Aim low and let go! We were able to hit the target and some of us even hit the bullseye in the centre.