From the Principal's Desk

Week 4 

Last week some students from year 6 presented a speech to be considered for our Creative and Practical Arts captains.  Again we had outstanding candidates who demonstrated exceptional leadership.

Congratulations to Francis  and Sophie who were elected as our MGPS CAPA captains.  Frankie and Sophie will  receive their badges at the week 6 assembly on Friday 6 March at 12:30pm.

MGPS Swimming Carnival

Our MGPS Swimming carnival was held last Tuesday with great success.  We had a lot of students participate in events and will send a strong team to the Armidale Zone PSSA carnival on 26 February. Notes have gone home to those students.  Congratulations to all those students and winning house Cheropin.  A huge congratulations to the teachers taking home this years Year 6 vs Teachers swimming relay!

Our Age Champions were announced at our Monday Muster, however students will receive their medallions at the week 6 assembly on Friday 6 March at 12:30pm.

Our Age Champions are;

Welcome BBQ today!

Come along and meet our teachers at our Welcome BBQ to be held in the Cola today Wednesday 18 February from 5:30pm-6:30pm.  Grab a free sausage sandwich and drink and get to know other parents and students.

One Off Excursion Fee

At Martin's Gully we have a one-off excursion payment for all students.  This payment covers all local Armidale extra-curricular trips such as Thalgarrah, Visiting Performers, PSSA knockout Sports and some Creative Arts Events as well as Intensive Swimming Program and Gymnastics Program.

This reduces the need for parents to be paying small amounts every time something is on.  

The one-off cost for Kindergarten to Year 2 students is $80.00, and for students in Years 3-6 it is $110.00, and remains the same as last year.

Please note, this payment does not cover overnight excursions or extra opportunities that may be offered to selected students.

If this payment is not made, you will have to pay for individual activities as they arise.

Payments can be made online via our parent payment system. Payments can be made through School Bytes. All payments are due by 29 May 2026. Part payments can also be made.

Wellbeing

You Can Do It! (YCDI)

YCDI is one of the social/emotional programs used at our school for all students from K-6 to support their wellbeing. Below is a snap shot of the You Can Do It! Social and Emotional Learning Framework.

Throughout 2026 we will be sharing information about the Wellbeing programs here at MGPS.

Armidale Running Festival and Future Fundraisers - Don't forget to register! 

Run for Rory: Armidale Running Festival – March 14-15 

Race Options for Students/families:

• Free 1km fun run for children under 10 years old: Perfect for our younger runners to participate in a safe and exciting race experience.
• 3km race for children aged 11-12 years: An opportunity for older kids to challenge themselves on a longer course, making participation accessible for more families. 
• The 5km New England Toyota Run is designated as ‘Running for Rory’. Join team Rory when you register.

Have a great week!

Peta Deiderick