{"id":117,"date":"2025-09-19T07:21:31","date_gmt":"2025-09-19T07:21:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uhis.or.kr\/mrdunn-25-26\/?p=117"},"modified":"2025-09-19T08:14:17","modified_gmt":"2025-09-19T08:14:17","slug":"mr-dunns-class-update-t1-w4","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/uhis.or.kr\/mrdunn-25-26\/2025\/09\/19\/mr-dunns-class-update-t1-w4\/","title":{"rendered":"Mr Dunn’s Class Update T1 W4"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Hello everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In English, the students have been exploring key themes and characters in Louis Sachar\u2019s Holes<\/em>. The students finished off their video showing the harsh condition of Camp Green Lake. They analysed how Stanley and Zero\u2019s growing friendship provides hope and resilience in contrast to the harshness of camp life. Through close analysis of extracts, they also considered how the Warden\u2019s attack on Mr Sir reveals her power and cruelty. Students then took part in a debate on whether Kate Barlow should be seen as a victim or villain, encouraging them to use evidence and persuasive language, and finally examined the symbolism of Green Lake, discussing how its change from fertile to barren reflects ideas of justice, love, and community. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This week we launched our new IMYC unit Responsibility<\/em>. To spark curiosity and get students thinking about the theme, we played a fun game called \u201cWhat\u2019s Your Excuse?\u201d<\/strong>. In this activity, students were given a scenario along with a random word they had to use when creating their excuse. It was a light-hearted way to start thinking about how we respond to different situations and the responsibilities we hold for our choices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Geography<\/strong>, the focus has been on political cartoons. Students analysed images related to global issues, learning how visual messages can carry powerful meanings. This encouraged them to think critically about the responsibilities of governments and individuals in tackling worldwide challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Science<\/strong>, we introduced a sensitive but important topic: drugs. We discussed both legal and illegal substances, exploring the reasons people may choose to use them. Students reflected on the consequences of these choices and considered the responsibilities we all have in looking after our own health and wellbeing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In History<\/strong>, we began studying the Korean War. Students are working in groups to create presentations that explain the causes leading up to the conflict. This is helping them understand how responsibilities (or failures to act responsibly) between nations can lead to significant historical events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Year 7 Maths<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The topics covered this week include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This week we have been finishing our unit on understanding and using algebraic notation. There will be a unit test on Tuesday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n