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Miss Marks' Message

Hello everyone, 

 

Senior School Camp

Last week, our Senior School camp was held at Kangaroobie. The camp was a wonderful experience filled with adventure, learning, and unforgettable memories. Students participated in various activities, including canoeing, a farm tour, an obstacle course that included dragging our bodies through mud and a night walk. I am sure that the Senior School students had many stories to share with their families when they returned home on Wednesday. 

I would like to thank the teachers and Inclusion Team members who also attended the camp. They provided students with support, participated in the activities and enjoyed many laughs with the students alongside the memories created. 

I have included some camp feedback from the Senior School students below. 

 

World Teacher's Day

Last Friday, we recognised World Teacher's Day. Our teachers are dedicated, passionate and collaborative individuals who contribute to our school community every day. Our teachers are lifelong learners and have a vital role to play in shaping the future. Teachers inspire, motivate, and guide us every day. Their commitment to nurturing young minds and fostering a love for learning deserves our deepest gratitude. 

 

Reminders

A reminder that we have some key events in term 4. These include the Melbourne Cup public holiday, and our final Curriculum Day for the year on Friday November 29. We will soon also welcome our 2025 Foundation students for their transition program, along with a transition session for our current students later in the term. 

A reminder also, that The Parent's Club will be leading a Zooper Dooper sale each Friday in November, beginning this week. Students wishing to buy a Zooper Dooper can purchase one from the Mudbrick building at the beginning of our second break for 50 cents. 

 

Take care, 

Chelsey

 

Senior School Camp Feedback

My favourite memory was...

-being with my friends and laughing and enjoying the activities

-being with my friends

-playing in the Gaga Pit with my friends and Echo

-feeding the farm animals, being with friends in my cabin, also the mud run and the night walk"

-going on the night walk and listening to the stories."

 

While at camp, what did you learn about yourself?

-I'm good at canoeing!

-I can do anything if I try

-I love mud and water!

-I can still have fun with people even when I am not with my friends

-I can try all activities even if I'm tired

-I can push myself to the limits!

 

Next time I go to camp, I need to remember...

-more insect repellent

-more sunscreen

-to keep the cabin clean so it is easier when we leave

-to be patient with my cabin mates

-I can make more friends!

 

Is there anything you didn't like about the camp?

-all the walking

-the dessert wasn't nice

-the mosquitos!

-I was cold when canoeing

-getting to sleep too late.

 

Remembrance Day 2024

The 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month marks the moment the guns fell silent on the Western Front after the bloodshed of World War I. Over the past century, this moment has been adopted across the globe as a time to remember those who served and sacrificed in all wars and conflicts.

Teesdale Primary School is proud to support the Poppy Appeal. Senior students will visit classrooms this week selling items to support the Poppy Appeal. Students can bring money to school to purchase the following items: 

  • Poppies $2 or $5
  • Wrist bands $3.
  • Key rings and bag tags $4 each
  • Pens $5
  • Brooch $10 and $20

For more than 100 years, the annual Poppy Appeal has supported Australian veterans and their families. Your donation can help the RSL continue to deliver life-changing support to our veterans when they need it the most.

 

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