Dear Families,

This term, students across various year levels have been deeply immersed in the wonders of Earth and Space Sciences, exploring everything from the mysteries of our solar system to the dynamic forces that shape our planet. To bring this learning to life, our dedicated teachers have facilitated a rich variety of dynamic experiences, including engaging incursions, hands-on excursions, and deeply inspiring student-led projects.

We are immensely proud of the curiosity and dedication our students have demonstrated throughout these investigations. To celebrate their achievements, we warmly encourage all families to attend our upcoming Learning Expos, where your children will have the opportunity to proudly showcase their hard work and discoveries. See below for all dates.

Parent-Teacher Interview booking times are now open. These sessions offer a valuable opportunity to discuss your child's progress and achievements.

We are pleased to let you know that the school will be participating in the Australian Mathematics Competition (AMC) in August. The AMC contains a range of problems designed to challenge and extend proficient students. Parents of students in Years 3 to Year 6 are welcome to register their interest before the end of this term. A fee of $10.00 is payable per registration. For further information, please see the notice below.

Warm regards,

Joelle Diakrousis, Deputy Principal / Learning Diversity Leader

Anthony Speranza, Deputy Principal / Learning & Teaching Leader

Child Safety Awareness for June - Child Safety Standard 5

Please see the Child Safety page for further information

Inquiry Learning Expos - Term 2

Year levels will be having their Learning Expos at the below times. All family members welcome to attend. Please enter the school via the front office for sign in.

2:50pm to 3:15pm on:

Tuesday 16th June - Year 5

Wednesday 17th June - Year 1, 6

Thursday 18th June - Prep, Year 2, 3

Tuesday 23rd June - Year 4

Australian Mathematics Competition, Tuesday 4th August

The Australian Mathematics Competition (AMC) is Australia’s longest running, largest and most well-known maths competition for students. The AMC contains a range of problems designed to challenge and extend students with proficient problem-solving skills from Years 3 to 12. Students interested in this competition can participate in the Middle Primary division for Years 3 and 4 and the Senior Primary division for Years 5 and 6. Participating students will complete the competition on a device and are given 60 minutes to answer 30 questions, 25 multiple choice and 5 written solutions ranging in difficulty. The topics covered include basic arithmetic content such as Fractions and Ratios, Algebra and Pre-Algebra, Geometry, Measurement, Statistics and probability, Problem-solving (including enumeration).

The cost to register for the competition is $10.00 per student. The school will facilitate the competition and will supervise the students.

If you would like your child or children to be registered for this competition please complete the form below:

https://forms.gle/kYwbNbU2BwBRxj99A

You will then be contacted at the start of Term 3 to finalise registration and organise payment.

The competition will be held at school on Tuesday 4th August.

Seasons for Growth 2026

A notice has been shared on NFORMA inviting families to express their interest in their child participating in the Seasons for Growth program this year.

At times in life, children experience change or loss that can feel confusing, overwhelming, or difficult to manage on their own. To support students during these times, we will once again be offering the Seasons for Growth program at school this year.

What is Seasons for Growth?

Seasons for Growth is a small-group program designed to support children who have experienced significant change or loss, such as the death of a loved one, family separation, friendship changes, moving house, or other important life transitions.

The program:

Helps children understand that change and loss are a normal part of life
Provides a safe space to share experiences (if they choose)
Builds emotional literacy and coping skills
Encourages resilience and connectedness

Sessions will be facilitated by Mrs Diakrousis and will run in small groups during school hours. The program will recommence in Week 2.

Students who participated last year are welcome to continue the program and will build on their previous learning. New students will begin the program from the first session, which introduces the core concepts and foundations of the program.

Please contact Mrs Diakrousis for further details

Resilience Groups - also known as Bounceback!

This term, Mrs Diakrousis will also be starting the Resilience Groups for select students in Years 1–5. The Resilience Group (also known as the Bounce Back! Group) is designed to support students who may benefit from additional social and emotional skills to help them better manage challenges and build confidence.

An email was shared with all families from Year 1-5 to provide an overview of the program.

The lessons will take place once a fortnight from 2:00pm, ensuring that core learning areas are not interrupted. Sessions will begin in Week 3.

Through small group sessions, students will learn strategies related to:

the Zones of Regulation (understanding and managing emotions)
managing worries and big emotions
building positive friendships and social skills
developing confidence and independence
problem-solving and coping with setbacks

The lessons are based on evidence-informed approaches to social and emotional learning and are delivered in a supportive, safe environment where students can share and practise new skills.

If you are interested in your child participating, please respond to the form on NForma.

Random Acts of Kindness

We are delighted to celebrate the following students for their exceptional kindness and compassion. Whether through a small gesture or an intentional act of support, you have made our school a more inclusive and welcoming place. Thank you for living our values and serving as such inspiring role models for your peers. Keep up the wonderful work!

Poppy G PNS - For looking after our school and cleaning the creek.

Rook S PNS - For looking after our school and cleaning the creek.

Jeronimo H 2SC - For looking after our school and cleaning the creek.

Nick A 2SC - For offering his ball to a group of students who did not have one.

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