Dear Parents/Carers,

SWIMMING

Well done to Cherine Owen on organising an excellent swimming program. We had our last day this week but we know that there was marked improvement shown in water safety and stroke technique across the past 5 weeks. At school we give the students an opportunity to practice swimming and to participate in water safety programs but we would urge all families to continue lessons where possible so that your children are confident around water. Giving students confidence around water is one of the very best gifts we can give them.

CLASS GROUPINGS 2023

Over the past three weeks parents have had the opportunity to provide feedback regarding class groupings for next year. We have now closed that process and teachers are busy with class placements for the 2023 school year. Thank-you for your input. It is important to know that teachers will endeavour to accede to your wishes where possible but that it’s not an exact science and some compromises may be made.

STAFFING

We welcome Jane Martin to Warrnambool Primary School in 2023 as part of our administration team. Jane comes with much experience as a school administrator after working at Brauer College for several years.

WET WEATHER

We just endured the wettest October in Warrnambool on record. In fact, this October just past, was the fourth wettest month ever according to records. November hasn’t started much better but we know that there is some sun forecast for next week. It’s important that we understand children have spent much of the term inside and we know this is difficult for them. We get them outside for fresh air when possible but it can be frustrating. We also must be grateful that the flooding which has occurred in the Northern parts of the state have largely escaped us. We know that there are many people in a worse position. We are definitely looking forward to sunny days ahead.

UPCOMING SCHOOL EVENTS

REAL SCHOOLS PARENT INFORMATION BBQ & SESSION

The well-being of our students is a top priority at Warrnambool Primary School. Our vision is to provide an inclusive education, nurturing students to flourish and reach their academic, social and emotional potential. Our school values of confidence, curiosity, positivity and pride are those which we live by at Warrnambool Primary School. We encourage our students and staff to be positive people where they take notice of themselves and others; where they give of themselves; where they continue to be active in their school and community life; where they connect with each other and their school and where they develop into life-long learners. We have formed a strong partnership with ‘Real Schools’ which is a highly valued well-being program which focuses on strengthening the culture in schools. Warrnambool Primary School has partnered with Real Schools to enhance our school culture and focus on the things that really matter:

Committed Teachers, Caring Students and Connected Communities!

We are inviting you to the REAL SCHOOLS PARENT INFORMATION SESSION

When: Monday 7th November

FREE SAUSAGE SIZZLE: 6:15pm

INFORMATION SESSION: 6:45pm - 7:45pm

Where: Warrnambool Primary School Year 5/6 Building - BER

Please see the below flyer and stay tuned for more information about your free sausage sizzle dinner, followed by a very valuable information session.

CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA

The Christmas Extravaganza will be on Thursday 8th December. Each class will perform christmas carols and a special performance from the school music students. So bring along a picnic rug and join in the fun.

STUDENT ART EXHIBITION

Once again the very popular Student Art Exhibition will be held on Tuesday 23rd to Friday 25th November. Opening night is on Tuesday 23rd November from 3.30pm. Please come along and view all the students work. You may even win the lucky door prize.

SPORTING NEWS

CONGRATULATIONS QUINN HUSSEY- BRONZE MEDAL STATE ATHLETICS

A huge congratulations to Quinn Hussey on securing the Bronze Medal in the 10 years High Jump at the Victorian State Championships. Quinn’s school friends and teachers along with everyone in the wider school community are incredibly proud off him. Quinn jumped an amazing 138cm which is his personal best.

WARRNAMBOOL BMX CLUB

The Warrnambool BMX Club held the Warrnambool Classic on the weekend. It was a 2 day open event which coincided with the 2022 Victorian Retro Titles. The Mollenoyux family and Zakary Vincent competed with the following results.

Madeline Mollenoyux 9 Girls – 2nd

Jacob Mollenoyux 12 boys – 1st

Darren Mollenoyux Retro Sidehack Victorian Championship – 1st

Deanne Mollenoyux 40–49 Women – 1st

Zakary Vincent 9 boys – 11th and Retro Junior (Victorian Title) – 4th

Well done to you all!

2022 WARRNAMBOOL OFFICE NATIONAL JUNIOR SEASIDE CLASSIC BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT

A number of Warrnambool Primary students also participated in the basketball tournament on the weekend. I've been told that there were some great results all round and we congratulate all students who participated.

WELL DONE TO CHLOE MOBBS

Chloe Mobbs recently shaved her hair to raise money for cancer. Chloe raised $603 for cancer research. What a fantastic effort Chloe!

Enjoy your weekend.

Peter Lee

Principal

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