School News and Information
STAGE 3 NEWS
Stage 3 had a fantastic time away in Coffs Harbour last week. Over the course of three days, we participated in many fun activities and team-building exercises. Surfing and the Mud Run were definite highlights. We were fortunate to have excellent weather, and the students enjoyed catching some great waves while surfing. It was impressive to see so many students successfully ride the waves. We also enjoyed visiting the Marine Centre and the Coffs Coast Wildlife Sanctuary, where we watched a dolphin show, had the opportunity to pet a dolphin, and learned a lot about our marine environment.
The Mud Run was a fantastic opportunity to showcase our team-building skills, highlighting the incredible support and encouragement the students offered one another to successfully complete the course. It was truly inspiring to see how they worked together, demonstrating resilience, cooperation, and kindness throughout the challenge. I am incredibly proud to be part of such a wonderful group of Stage 3 students who not only embraced the physical challenge but also exemplified strong teamwork and a caring spirit. This experience has truly strengthened their bonds and created lasting memories for all involved.
A heartfelt thank you to Mrs. Deiderick for her outstanding organisation of the excursion. A great deal of time, effort, and careful planning went into preparing us for this memorable trip, ensuring everything ran smoothly and the students were well supported throughout.
We also extend our sincere gratitude to Mr. Annetts and Mrs. Polson for accompanying Stage 3 on the excursion. Their dedication, support, and commitment played a vital role in making the experience safe, enjoyable, and enriching for all the students. We truly appreciate their involvement and teamwork in helping to create such a successful and rewarding adventure.
Helen Bull
This term Stage 3 have been focusing on poetry in our writing. Students have created some excellent poems including the ‘I Am’ poem shared at assembly. They have composed wonderful Haiku poems in addition to composing catalogue poems. This learning has focused on using more poetic devices to engage and hook the reader. We have looked at the acronym ISHAMPOO to assist us with remembering what we may like to add. It stands for Similes, Idioms/Imagery, Hyperbole, Metaphors, Personification, Oxymoron and Onomatopoeia. Students have been exploring how to add more vivid imagery and descriptions when composing poems.
In Maths we have been learning about probability and how to assess the likelihood of certain things occurring using fractions and percentages. Students have tested the fairness of tests including games such as scissors, paper, rock over an extended number of tests.
Mark Annetts
Our Term 4, Week 6 You Can Do It Champions!
Kindergarten Koalas
Charlotte received her You Can Do It award for showing persistence by helping her friends during reading groups.
K/1 Magpies
Loretta received her You Can Do It award for always being trustworthy and doing the right thing.
Year 2 Possums
Leah received her You Can Do It award for being an outstanding example of honest and trustworthiness, who can always be relied upon to do the right thing.
3/4 Bilbies
Greyson received his You Can Do It award for always being an honest trustworthy member of Stage 2.
3/4 Wombats
Emma received her You Can Do It award for being a trustworthy person who does what she says she will do.
5/6 Emus
Lia received her You Can Do It award for demonstrating the values of trust, kindness, integrity and determination during the Stage 3 excursion.
5/6 Dingoes
Sophie received her You Can Do It award for consistent effort and persistence in all key learning areas.
Congratulations Merit Award Winners!
K-2
3-6
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LOST PROPERTY
The basket is overflowing with hoodies, jumpers, hats and miscellaneous clothing. Please come to the office to check if you have any lost items.
We will donate the clothing to the uniform pool next week if unclaimed.
What's Happening
Please check SCHOOL BYTES and GULGOS for the most current updates.
Below are the dates that we have so far.
Please remember to let us know if we have missed anything.
We do not add the NW trials and State events to this list of dates as it causes confusion.
Please remember that changes may occur and we will do our best to keep you informed of those changes.
What’s Happening Term 4
Week 7
- Wednesday, November 26, 2025 - Outdoor Learning Day
- Friday, November 28, 2025 - Slime Fest Stage 3 - Newling
Week 8
- Tuesday, December 02, 2025 - ASC Taster day
- Friday, December 05, 2025 - Celebration of Learning 12pm
Week 9
- Friday, December 12, 2025 - P&C Christmas Party
Week 10
- Swimming Scheme all week
- Friday, December 19, 2025 - Last day for 2025 - Year 6 Walk Out assembly at 2pm
- Friday, December 19, 2025 - Last day for 2025
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