Year 4

Important Dates to Remember:

• House Colours Assembly – Monday, 5 May

  Students are encouraged to wear their House Colours to assembly as we unveil our exciting new House chants!

• Mother’s Day Stall – Tuesday, 6 May

  The Mother’s Day Stall will be held in the library. Year 4 students can bring some money (maximum $20) and a bag to purchase a gift for mum or someone special.

• Year 4 Camp – Wednesday 7 to Friday 9 May

  Location: Oasis Christian Camp, Mt Evelyn Students are to arrive at school by 9:00 am on Wednesday. A full packing list is provided below.

  Important: Non-urgent medication must be handed in to Mrs Jacci Strachan or Mr James Sadler in the First Aid Room on Tuesday, 6 May, between 8:15–8:55 am. All medication must be clearly labelled with your child’s name and dosage instructions.

• Indigenous Incursion – Friday, 16 May

  We look forward to welcoming Scott Darlow, who will be sharing his knowledge and insights with our students.

 Year 4 Camp: What to Pack

Please ensure all items are clearly labelled. Here’s the equipment list to help your child prepare:

• 1 sleeping bag, pillow + pillowcase
• 2 pairs of walking shoes
• Pyjamas and a dressing gown or tracksuit
• Waterproof raincoat or parka
• Underwear (5 pairs), socks (at least 5 pairs)
• 5 t-shirts (no singlets or sleeveless tops)
• 3 pairs of pants (jeans/tracksuits)

• Shorts (weather permitting)
• 2 jumpers/windcheaters
• Sunsmart hat (wide brim or legionnaire)
• 3 handkerchiefs or tissues
• 2 large plastic bags for dirty laundry
• Quiet activities (e.g. books, cards) 
• Toiletries (soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, etc.)
• 2 towels
• Water bottle
• Small backpack
• Sunscreen
• Torch
• Camera (optional – no phones)
• Morning tea and lunch for Wednesday in a separate, named bag stored in the small backpack for the bus ride.

Return Time: Students are expected to return to school by 2:45 pm on Friday, 9 May. Updates will be sent via Compass. Students may be picked up early from Vermont Oval Reserve at 2:45 pm. Please notify your child’s teacher before leaving so they can be marked off the roll.

Nunawading District Cross Country

Congratulations to all our Year 4 students who participated! You represented our school with pride and determination.