Welcome to Term 3!

Welcome to Term 3 – A Term of Deep Learning and Opportunities

Welcome back to Term 3! We hope all families had a restful and enjoyable break. As we step into the second half of the school year, students return with a fresh sense of energy and curiosity. Term 3 is often a time of noticeable growth, both academically and personally, as students continue to build on their knowledge and apply their skills in more complex and meaningful ways. This term will offer a wonderful balance of focused classroom learning, collaborative experiences and whole school events that enrich the learning journey. With routines well established, students are encouraged to take more ownership of their learning, engage deeply with new ideas and support one another as active members of our school community.

As part of our continued academic journey, students will be encouraged to think critically, make connections across learning areas and build confidence in their ideas. In Reading, we will be further diving into Literature Circles and deepening our comprehension skills. In Writing, students will be exploring biographies and memoirs, looking closely at the ways writers share real life experiences. In Mathematics, we will be learning more about fractions, decimals, location, angles and measurement. Our Inquiry learning will focus on the question: How does the media shape how we see ourselves? Wellbeing lessons will continue through our focus on Cyber Safety and The Resilience Project.

This term is also filled with exciting events and learning opportunities beyond the classroom. Students will take part in Athletics Day, the School Production, and a range of academic competitions including the ICAS assessments, the Australian Maths Competition and Maths Olympiad. We are also looking forward to our excursion to ACMI, the District Athletics Carnival and a valuable Cyber Safety and Anti Bullying incursion. Some students will also be involved in the Victorian State Schools Spectacular.

With so much to look forward to, Term 3 promises to be a meaningful and memorable part of the school year. We encourage families to check Compass regularly for updates and event reminders. We are excited for another wonderful term of learning, growth and community.

Important Dates to note in Term 3:

Tuesday 5th August - ICAS Writing
Wednesday 6th August - ICAS Digital Technology
Thursday 7th August - 2025 GWPS Whole School Production rehearsal day
Thursday 7th August - 2025 GWPS Production performance evening
Friday 8th August – Curriculum Day (no school for students)
Monday 11th August - AMC Competition
Tuesday 12th August - ICAS English
Tuesday 19th August - ICAS Science
Thursday 21st August - ICAS Spelling Bee
Friday 22nd August - Excursion to ACMI
Tuesday 26th August - ICAS Maths
Thursday 28th and Friday 29th August - “Be Brave anti Bullying” whole school incursion
Tuesday 2nd September - District Athletics
Wednesday 10th September - Maths Olympiad

Production Information

Our Whole School Production is approaching very quickly! We are super excited to perform at Robert Blackwood Hall for family and friends! Tickets are currently on sale and this is your direct link to the event page where tickets can be booked https://www.monash.edu/performing-arts-centres/event/2025-gwps-productions/

Last term, information regarding costumes was also released on Compass. For Year 4 students: