Primary School

On Friday 2 August, the Kindergarten students celebrated their 100th day of school. The students came dressed in the theme of 100 and wowed us with some very creative outfits. Mrs Cowin, Mrs Reid and Mrs Morgan joined in the festivities by dressing up as 101 Dalmatians. The day started with a parade of costumes past the Primary School classrooms, where students were cheered on with streamers and bubbles from their peers. This was an exciting milestone for the Kinders and we had lots of fun activities throughout the day. The Kinders then had an excursion to the Adventure Play Park where they were treated to a special lunch. There were many scrumptious treats on offer, which were thoroughly enjoyed by all as we picnicked in the park. Keep reaching for the stars, Kinders. We are very proud of you!

Term 3 Co-Curricular Opportunities

We are excited to share the Term 3 Co-Curricular opportunities with our families. If you have any questions about the available programs, please contact your child’s classroom teacher.

Year 3 Writing

In Year 3, the students have delved into the art of creative and descriptive writing, focusing on the use of imagery, symbolism and connotation. Inspired by Caroline Magerl’s picture book ‘Piano Fingers’, the students were encouraged to express their thoughts and emotions through rich descriptive language. They practised crafting vivid descriptions and explored how imagery and symbolism can be used to enhance storytelling and convey complex ideas. Please enjoy reading some of their creative pieces.

“Bea dances her fingers on the keys, making the piano sing a gentle song that makes the flowers bloom. Every tap of a key brings light to the room, it’s like the piano is singing a wonderful song.”

By Hannah Gibson.

“Bea had a musical family, but she never felt like she was useful. When she saw the piano flowers started to bloom. Bea knew her piano skills weren't the best. But as she touched the dusty old piano keys she knew that Mastro Gus taught her well.”

By Arlie Barnstable

“A girl called Bea brumming on a piano with her energetic Maestro. A little girl sitting on a silky chair with a piano telling her ‘I am the light of the room, I make the flowers spin and twirl.’ Bea is playing it as a piece of cake.”

By Anastasia Attalh

“She just couldn't wait for her music to start. The flowers dancing and blooming around her. Mastro Gus conducting on top of the old piano house. Leaves rustling, it was heaven! She tapped the piano...it was music to her ears.”

By Grace Pike

“Bea’s fingers danced across the keys making incredible music. The exotic flowers seemed to cheer her on as she continued her beautiful debut. Maestro Gus hopped around and almost fell off the top of the giant piano.”

By Beau Coffey

“She just couldn't wait for her music to start. Bea sat down on the piano seat and pressed a key, a flower bloomed and every time she pressed a key flower bloomed. Mastro Gus danced and conducted with his little stick.”

By Akain Perera

Primary AFL Girls Competition

Tuesday 23 July, was a day of excitement and perseverance for the Campaspe Year 5/6 girls' football team at the annual Football Carnival. The team arrived eager and ready to give their best performance on the field. The day began with some nerves, but it was not long before the girls found their groove. Their skills shone through and despite the initial pressure from their opponents, they played with admirable respect, compassion and integrity. Their determination to improve and adapt was evident as they navigated the challenges of the day. As the matches progressed, the team’s confidence and coordination grew. By the end of the day, they delivered two impressive wins, culminating in a respectable fourth place overall. This result was especially noteworthy given that many of the players had limited experience outside of school competitions.

A special thanks must be extended to Mr Watson, our dedicated Assistant Coach, who played a crucial role in the girls’ success. His valuable tactics and strategies were instrumental in guiding the team throughout the carnival, helping the girls refine their game and boost their confidence.

The day concluded with high spirits and a strong sense of achievement. The team showcased their skills and sportsmanship with pride and their remarkable performance has set a high standard for future competitions. Congratulations to the girls and we are already looking forward to another exciting challenge next year!

Primary Assembly

On Friday 26 July, the Primary School community connected at the Primary Assembly. I would like to congratulate Edward Melville and Skye Starritt, our Martin House captains, for confidently conducting the Assembly. We enjoyed beautiful performances from Emily Campi who played ‘Ode to Joy’ on piano and Violet Lew who sang ‘Love Story’ by Taylor Swift whilst playing her guitar. We were also treated to a performance from the Year 11/12 rock band who performed 'Better' by the Screaming Jets.

We welcomed Year 10 students Aleisha Moon and Skyler Keet who shared some of their wonderful experiences from their recent Habitat for Humanity trip to Cambodia. This organisation seeks to break the cycle of poverty through safe, durable, affordable housing solutions with the support of volunteers. Mr Harris got everyone excited about the Olympic Games and shared that we are hosting our very own 2024 MAG Mini Olympic Games on Friday 9 August.

The Year 5 performance focused on their recent camp to Sovereign Hill in Ballarat where students enjoyed many highlights which were captured in a video collage. We look forward to our next Assembly on Friday 23 August when the Year 2 students will perform for us.

Congratulations to the students below who received a Core Value Award for consistently displaying one or more of the School’s Core Values and Motto. Keep up the great work!

COMPASSION	RESPECT	INTEGRITY	HONOUR & EXCELLENCE
Sam Connally 4A	Alby Clark 1B	Zoe Eacott KA	Patrick Gilbert KA
	Mia Spinks 2B	Arlie Pell 1A	Arlo Molluso KA
		Lucy Spear 2B	Luca Rush KB
		Ella Betts 3A	Anaisha Sharma KB
		Violet Lew 4B	Patrick Kornmann KB
		Thomas Rudge 4B	Bobby Scott 1A
		Georgia McIntosh 5B	April Moore 1B
			Cash Janssen 2A
			Parker Coogan 2A
			Hamish Moon 3A
			Stella James 3B
			Quenelda Knowles-Mulholland 4A
			Isa Kenley 5A
			Harnaaz Sidhu 5A
			Cleo Haw 5B
			Bella Edmunds 6A
			Jed Guinan 6A
			Levi McKenzie 6A
			Charles Lew 6B
			Katie Angove 6B
			Jobe Hosking 6C
			Alexandra Woods 6C

Stage 1 Assembly

This week, Mr Moon’s class (1B) hosted the Stage 1 Assembly. The students confidently took turns to run the different segments of the Assembly. They presented some of their wonderful Olympic artworks and spoke about some of the different sports involved in the Olympics. We were very fortunate to have Trixie’s mother, Mrs Phoebe Knowles-Mulholland, share her own experiences from her involvement with the Sydney Olympic Games in 2000. The students were in awe when Phoebe uncovered her Olympic torch and spoke about running with it in the streets of Melbourne. She also spoke about the importance of participation in sport, being accepting of others and having fun.

The students who participated in the Young Performer’s Concert received their participation awards and we were amazed at the volume of music awards handed out. We also acknowledged all Stage 1 students who are learning an instrument. Following that we presented our ‘Stars of the Week’ awards to the worthy recipients:

YEAR 1	YEAR 2
Chad Johns	Harlow Moxon
Xavier Patten	Josephine Gronow
Arabella Myers	Bill Rankin
Fletcher Ryan	Aiden Rush
Navsher Sidhu	Nathan Lees

Stage 2 Assembly

The Stage 2 Assembly was hosted by the students in 3A and Mrs Frew and focused on celebrating the students' incredible work and discussing some exciting upcoming events. Students from various classes proudly shared their amazing projects and achievements, showcasing their hard work and creativity. We also celebrated our Citizenship award recipients and would like to congratulate those who were recognised for their outstanding contributions to our school community.

YEAR 3	YEAR 4
Hooman Bahadori	Dakota Patten
Mea Whitelegg	Zadie Nathan
Eva Michael	Chloe Wildes
Grace Pike	Aria McKenzie

Adding to the excitement, we had a very special guest, Mrs Phoebe Knowles-Mulholland, who brought in the Olympic Torch that she ran with in Melbourne during the Sydney Olympics. Her story and experiences captivated everyone and added a unique touch to our assembly.

Primary Parent Teacher Interviews

The Primary School Term 3 Parent Teacher Interviews will be conducted in Week 4 on Tuesday 6 August from 3:30 - 5:30pm and Wednesday 7 August from 3:30 - 7:30pm. A reminder that our bookings will close on Monday 5 August at midday. If you require to make any changes after this cut-off time, please contact the Primary Office on Phone 03 5480 5950 or psreception@moamagrammar.nsw.edu.au.

2024 MAG Mini Olympic Games

On Friday 9 August, the Primary School will host its very own Mini Olympic Games after lunch on the Primary tennis courts. It is promising to be an extraordinary event, featuring 8 thrilling sporting events and 15 countries competing. Each student will represent their allocated class country and is encouraged to dress in their countries’ colours. It is a fantastic opportunity for everyone to showcase their skills and enthusiasm while embracing the spirit of the Paris Olympic Games.

The event will kick off with a grand Opening Ceremony and conclude with a Closing Ceremony, celebrating the achievements and sportsmanship of all participants. The event will emphasise fun and ‘Olympic Spirit,’ making this an enjoyable experience for all who are involved.

Volunteer Induction

At Moama Anglican Grammar registered volunteers have many opportunities to be involved including morning reading, cooking classes, working in the uniform shop, joining the Parent and Friends Association, assisting with sporting events, co-curricular activities, excursions and incursions.

To become a registered volunteer, parents must attend a Volunteer Induction. The next induction is scheduled for Tuesday 6 August at 9:00am. Please contact the Primary Office to register your attendance. Alternative dates and times can be arranged by contacting Jenna or Amanda in the Primary Office via psreception@moamagrammar.nsw.edu.au.