PE News

Division Athletics: 

Congratulations to the 15 students, who competed at the Division Athletics Carnival in East Burwood. Everyone performed so well, finishing in the top 7 for their event, which is an incredible effort. A big shout out to the following students who have progressed through to Region which is in week 3 at Knox Athletics Track:

Olivia 3LP – 2nd 1500m

Tayla 4LJ – 1st 100m & Long Jump (MC)

Darcy 5WS – 2nd Shot Put

Kirana 5SH – 1st 100m

Riley 5JK – 2nd 1500m & 1st 4 x 100m Relay

Kai 5JK – 2nd Discus & 1st 4 x 100m Relay

Josh 5JK – 1st 4 x 100m Relay

Jack 5JK – 1st 4 x 100m Relay

Regional Athletics

A huge congratulations to Kirana for 1st place and a gold medal in the 100 meter sprint, 13.62 secs was her time.  She will be off to state! 🏃‍♀️‍➡️🥇

Congratulations Kai, who came 1st, a gold medal, in discuss with a throw of 27.68 meters. He will also be off to state!🥇

Olivia W ran 13th, straight off two nights of camp! 

Lily ran her 800m, coming in 9th.  Well done to all our students, we are so proud of you all!

Division T20 Cricket Finals:

On Wednesday 2 weeks ago, our Girls and Mixed Cricket teams played in the Division Finals at Yarra Valley Grammar. 

Despite the chilly conditions, our cricketers put on a show, with both teams winning both of their games and progressing through to the Region finals on Friday 6th November.

A big thank you to our parent helpers who drove students to and from. Without their help, these days aren't possible.

Soap Box Derby

As per tradition, we will run our annual Soap Box Derby on our last school day (Friday, December 18th). 

Preps, Juniors and Middles will compete in the soap box derby, creating a cardboard vehicle at home that fits two people. In pairs, students will complete the soap box derby track, jumping and weaving through and over different obstacles and swapping spots halfway. If using two boxes, they must be directly attached (not string).

Seniors will compete in the Billy Cart Race, creating a billy cart with wheels that can be pushed (not automatically) through the Billy Cart Track. Students must wear helmets.

This is an optional event for students to participate in for students. Sports captains will go around each class and ask who participates in week 8.

For each cohort, Preps, Juniors, Middles, and Seniors, there will be a girls' category and a mixed category. The winners will receive a medal, and all others will receive a participation certificate.

Families are encouraged to come along and spectate on the day, as we finish off a big 2026 with lots of fun and laughter. 

If you have any questions, ask the classroom teacher or email jarrod.butcher@education.vic.gov.au

Prep-2 House Cross Country: 

The Prep – 2 House Cross Country is coming on Wednesday 28th October, Week 4. It has been wonderful to see so many students attending Running Club to help increase their fitness and prepare themselves for the distance. In order for this event to run smoothly, we require the help of volunteers to assist with course checkpoints, handing out finishing tags, lining students up etc. If you are able to assist for the morning, please email laura.yorke@education.vic.gov.au. I require at least 17 volunteers and only have 4 at the moment. 

Time: 9:15-11:30am

Dress Code: Students wear their house colours and appropriate footwear

Schedule:

Please note: This is a guide as we are always unsure how long it will take for the last runner to finish the previous race.

A compass event will be posted soon for families to consent to.

Please see course map if you would like to practice before the event.

Year 3 Bike Ed:

An exciting program begins next term for the year 3’s, which is Bike Ed. A compass event has been sent out to families with further information but can we please ask parents to check your child’s bike and helmet to make sure it is safe to wear and ride. We do have a set of school bikes and helmets to assist with those who may not have a bike. Can you please notify your classroom teacher if your child will require the use of a school bike and/or helmet. 

We hope you are able to find some time over the holidays to ride your bike ready, for our first practical lesson in week 2. This will help build confidence in your child as the main focus of the program is about education and road safety rather than the teachers, teaching students how to ride a bike. We would greatly appreciate your support with preparing your child in being able to ride a pedal bike without training wheels. 

Laura Yorke & Jarrod Butcher 🙂