General News

Dhulu (Message Stick)

Yaama!

Welcome back mob!  We hope you all had a deadly and relaxing holiday break!  

Yaluu!

Word of the Week

Each time a student uses our "Word of the Week" in the classroom they will be awarded a point and the student with the most points at the end of the term will receive a book to further expand their vocabulary.

Word of the Week Term 3 Winner

A 'colossal' congratulations to Genevieve Borger for winning our Term 3 Word of the Week competition. Genevieve won this competition since she used our words most often (a massive 16 times) in context throughout the term. What a 'logophile' and as a result she has received a 'captivating' book as her prize. Well done Genevieve!

We will publish our Word of the Week on Facebook and in the newsletter. Please support your child to use this word at home.     

Term 4 Week 1 - "IGNITE"

Infants Pedestrian Crossing Upgrade

Tamworth Regional Council has received funding to upgrade the pedestrian crossing outside the Infants Campus. This will include kerb blisters and the installation of pedestrian fencing. Construction will begin on Tuesday 17th October and is expected to take one week (depending on weather). Please take additional care during this period.

Kinder 2024 Orientation Mornings

We look forward to welcoming our new Kinder 2024 students, and parents, for their upcoming Orientation mornings on:

•  Friday 20th October, 9.30-11.30am (Week 2)
• Friday 27th October, 9.30-11.30am (Week 3)
• Friday 3rd November, 9.30-11.30am (Week 4)

Children are asked to bring a hat, drink bottle and something to eat for each orientation session. They can wear play clothes with closed in shoes.  At each Orientation visit, we ask that parents enter via the back gate on Thompson Crescent and staff will be there ready to support your child to happily enter the kindy space. 

Whilst the new Kinder students are enjoying time in the classroom, parents will have the opportunity to learn more about our school and the people who will be supporting them at school.  See flyer below for more details.

These orientation sessions are an extremely important way for your child to prepare socially for the transition to school. If you or your child are unable to attend these sessions, please make contact with the school office. 

Canteen News

Our Infants Canteen, operated by Mrs Noad, is back for all K-2 students every Wednesday and Friday only.  Chips and sips only are available for purchase with a limit of $1 spending per student.  

Book Fair - Week 2

Don't forget our annual St Ed's Book Fair will be held next week. 

Primary Sale Day- Wednesday 18th October, 8am - 9am and 3pm - 4pm

Infants Sale Day - Thursday 19th October, 8am - 9am and 3pm - 4pm  

Starting from today, all students will have the opportunity to browse the available books and accessories available for purchase at the Book Fair with their class.  Students will create a "Wish List" of items they would like to purchase prior to their campus "Sale Day" to bring home. This year we will be open both before and after school to allow all parents the opportunity to come and browse the fantastic books available for purchase.  

School Uniform

We are very proud of our St Ed's school uniform and ask that you ensure your children have the correct school uniform items to wear every day and that all items are clearly labelled.  All students should now be wearing their summer uniform. 

Second Hand Clothing Pool

Have you recently had a sort through your children’s summer school uniforms and have unwanted items? If so, both the Infants and Primary Clothing Pools are in need of good quality second hand items. Items can be donated or sold on consignment with 20% commission taken by the school.  Parents and carers are welcome to pop into either school office to look through the clothing pool or alternatively phone and the ladies will happily check availability for you.  

St Edward's P & F - GOLF DAY

It's time to swing into action and start organising your team for a fun afternoon of golf on Sunday 26th November at the Tamworth Golf Club.  The P & F are also seeking support by way of sponsorship and donations of prizes and raffle items. Please refer to the flyers below for further information or alternatively contact Nigel Robertson on 0431 233 052.

Realtalk

The Realtalk Parents website includes quick reference guides, conversation starters, short videos, deep-dive seminars, printable resources, videos and curated links for parenting on the tough topics to do with relationships and eSafety.

To sign up please go to:  www.realtalkparents.com/armidale  

TFSS: Upcoming Parenting Programs

     Tamworth Regional Conservatorium of Music...

Student Absences

Please remember that all absences must be explained within 7 days of your child being away.  You will receive an automated SMS message at 10.00am on the day to remind you to explain the absence on the Parent Compass Portal. If you are having a trouble accessing all of the Compass features, there should be a drop-down menu on your home page which looks like 3 horizontal lines.  Open this menu and choose 'open in browser'. This will help you access the school portal features. 

2023 Pupil Free/Staff Development Days 

Please note the following dates in your diary. These dates are when St Edward's staff will be undertaking professional development:

Monday 18th December

Tuesday 19th December

School Travel - Bus Passes & Concessions

Please note there is a new website where parents can access bus pass applications.

https://transportnsw.info/tickets-opal/ticket-eligibility-concessions/school-student-travel 

Esteem Kids

Before school care is available in the Infants Hall for both Primary and Infants students.  It operates from 7:00am to 8:30am, Monday through Friday during term and breakfast is provided. 

After school care is available in the Infants Hall for Infants students only from 3:00pm to 6:00pm Monday through Friday.  PLEASE NOTE this year that after school care is now operating from the Primary Art Room for primary students only from 3:00pm to 6:00pm Monday through Friday.  Afternoon tea is provided.

Families are encouraged to make enquiries or express interest by contacting William Wong on 0410 841 628 or email: info@esteemkidsgroup.com.au or visit the website at www.esteemkidsgroup.com.au

ABSENCES - Please remember to contact (telephone or text) Esteem Kids St Edward's directly if your child is going to be absent on 0481 373 883.  Thank you.

ADIG Bonus Saver Account

The Armidale Diocesan Investment Group (ADIG) have introduced a new Bonus Saver Account. See the video link below to find out about the key elements of the product. 

Healthy Lunch Box

Good for Kids, Good for Life

Don't forget to like us on Facebook and tell your family and friends about our page too!

St Edward's Primary School: Facebook

We are now on Instagram too! Feel free to follow our page to keep in touch with the fantastic things that happen at St Edward's Primary School.

St Edward's Primary School: Instagram