Primary Years, Tarneit

Introducing the Primary Years Leaders for 2025

It is with much pleasure that we introduce the Primary Years Leaders for 2025.

The current Year 5 students had the opportunity to apply for positions as Primary Years Ambassador, House Art and Sport leaders, Worship and Mission Leaders as well as Library Monitors.

The following positions have been announced and will officially be inducted in 2025.

Primary Years Ambassadors

Mia Pinto and Khushi Chand

Armstrong

Arts Leader - Aishvi Lakhani

Sports Leader - Ethan Lui

Baker

Arts Leader - Maiya Harben

Sports Leader - Lay Patel

Chirnside

Arts Leader - Anna Qin

Sports Leader - Zeal Purohit

Hume

Arts Leader - Jaelynn Lodding

Sports Leader - Himnish Batish

Maria Denholm

Deputy Principal - Primary

ICAS Award Presentation

ICAS Award Presentation

At the final Primary Years Assembly, the following students were presented as high achieving ICAS winners:

2024 ICAS Medal Winner for Victoria

Arjun Singh - Year 5 was the 2024 ICAS Medal Winner for Victoria in English where he received a High Distinction.  Arjun also received a Distinction in Mathematics, Spelling and Writing.  

Congratulations Arjun!

Mathematics Award Winners - Distinction

Ethan Liu - Year 5, Vihaan Patel - Year 4, Ronan Arora - Year 4, Reya Patel - Year 3, Atharv Patel - Year 3.

Spelling Award Winners

High Distinction

Germaine Cham - Year 2

Distinction

Rishi Mistry - Year 6, Arjun Singh - Year 5, Vedika Singh - Year 4, Anish Sriperumbuduri - Year 2, Ayaan Shah - Year 2.

Writing Award Winners - Distinction

Tavleen Khera - Year 6, Veera Dholakiya - Year 6, Arjun Singh - Year 5, Ayaan Nair - Year 4, Aarav Patel - Year 3, Joanna Mary Matthew - Year 3

Maria Denholm

Deputy Principal - Primary

Year 2 Sleepover

On Thursday 14 November, the Year 2’s had a sleepover. Aarayv enjoyed how he got to sleep in his sleeping bag in the classrooms. He also liked the food; his favourite was the pasta. Isabella said, “It was a great experience sleeping over at the school. I liked Dazzling Dan, he was funny. He showed magic tricks and we all got to take a special wand home”.

Emily Chommanivong

Teacher

Year 5 Semester Highlights

Our semester highlights include an exciting mix of learning experiences. In Christian Studies, we explored Martin Luther and his translation of the Bible into German, making it accessible to more people. To honour this, we shared the Lord's Prayer in various languages spoken within our Year 5 community. In our Unit of Inquiry, "Sharing the Planet," we examined how diverse perspectives can build pathways to harmony. We explored the causes of conflict, the role of individuals in resolving it, and strategies for peace. A memorable activity was the Lolly provocation, simulating unequal resource distribution, which led to conflict. We then wrote persuasive texts on creating harmony at school, using a variety of persuasive devices. In "How We Organise Ourselves," we learned about business structures by creating businesses for a Market Day. Proceeds will support ALWS’s Gifts of Grace initiative. Additional semester highlights included Book Week, Year 6 Science Fair and a visit to Davies Creek.

Year 5 Teaching Team

Save the Date - Award Ceremonies

Monday 9 December

9am Prep - Year 2 (Tarneit and Mambourin) Awards Ceremony at the College Gym

11.45am Year 3 - 6 Awards Ceremony and Year 6 Graduation at the College Gym

After-School Extra Curricular with Kids Unlimited 

Please see the new Kids Unlimited offerings for Tarneit Campus Prep-Year 4 students.

Primary Years Christmas Carols 

Thank You and Farewell

I have had the pleasure of serving this amazing community over the last 12 years. I have made the difficult decision to move to Mildura. As I prepare to embark on a new chapter in my life, I want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey.

From the bustling classrooms to yearly events, I have cherished every moment spent with our dedicated students and supportive parents. I would especially like to thank all the parents that have volunteered for Camps. I am deeply grateful for the relationships we have built and the memories we have created together.

Thank you for your trust, collaboration, and the many lessons I have learned from each of you. I leave with a heart full of fond memories and a profound appreciation for everyone in this community.

As I move on, I will carry with me the values and experiences gained during my time here. I look forward to hearing about all the wonderful things this community will continue to achieve.

With heartfelt gratitude

Talita Zibell

Assistant Head of Primary