As Term 3 draws to a close, the boys have completed a unit of learning that inquired into into the ways in which we discover and express ideas, feelings, nature, culture, beliefs and values; the ways in which we reflect on, extend and enjoy our creativity; our appreciation of the aesthetic.

Specifically, the boys looked at how media can create, alter or manipulate images and perceptions. As the unit progressed the boys looked into the concepts of function, connection and responsibility whilst completing a series of learning engagements that inquired into how companies attract the attention of an audience so that people will buy their products. During this learning the boys begun to realise that advertising is a powerful way to get a message across to the community. From this, the boys then begun inquiring into the power of Public Service Announcements (PSAs). The boys identified issues within our school that needed attention and in groups created a series of PSAs that were shared amongst us all.

You can view some of the PSA’s by clicking this link.

The Public Service Announce Poster below was created by Nick and Dave in 6W.

Jackson English – Year 6 Teacher