From the Principal

Celebrating Education Week 2025

What a truly remarkable Education Week we experienced last week! Our school community came together in vibrant celebration, embracing the theme of Celebrations of Cultures with enthusiasm and pride. 

🌟 Biggest Morning Tea – A Heartfelt Success

A heartfelt thank you to all staff and families who contributed to our Biggest Morning Tea fundraiser. Your generous online donations, delicious morning tea treats, and gold coin contributions on the day were overwhelming. Together, we raised $1829 for the Cancer Council, making a significant impact in the fight against cancer. Your support exemplifies the strength and compassion of our community. 

🎉 Twilight School – A Celebration of Cultures

Twilight School was a highlight of our Education Week festivities. The school day started at 12:30 pm and concluded at 7:00 pm where students in all learning spaces engaged in a variety of cultural learning activities that showcased the rich diversity within our school community. The Celebration of Cultures event in the hall, featured fabulous performances that left us all in awe:

1. Tai Chi Performance: A graceful display by Malina and the talented Tai Chi students.

2. Vietnamese Dance: A cheerful and glowing performance by Mei and our wonderful parent group, taking us on a cultural journey.

3. Cambodian Song and Dance: Elegant costumes and beautiful traditional songs and dances by Dana and the Cambodian parent group.

4. Lion Dance: A spectacular performance by Andrew, Emmalyn, Kingston, and the Kuan Yee Team, filling the hall with so much excitement and cheer.

A special thank you to each and every student, staff, parent and community performer for volunteering your time, effort and talents to make our Twilight School Celebration of Cultures extra special. The performances were a vibrant tapestry of our diverse backgrounds, showcasing the rich cultural heritage that each of you brings to our community. 

Following the performances, students enjoyed a Glow Party, dancing and celebrating with their glow in the dark gifts which was a bright and happy way to end Twilight School. It really was a special day - thank you once again to everyone who contributed to making Education Week 2025 and Twilight School a memorable and meaningful celebration. Your involvement and support are deeply appreciated.  A special thank you also to Mrs Hoang and Mr Do, the parents of Sophie and Nam for preparing the delicious fried rice that was enjoyed by the Year 5/6 students.

📅 Important Reminder – Curriculum Day on Monday 2 June

Please note that Monday, 2 June, is a Curriculum Day for both the Kindergarten and School. This is a student-free day, therefore, 4-year-old kindergarten children and Foundation to Year 6 students do not attend on this day. Kindergarten staff will be participating in Berry Street training, while school staff will engage in professional learning focused on Responsive Teaching.

Carmel Nigro

Principal