General News
Dhulu - Message Stick
Dhirrabuu (Deadly) Learning in Cultural Immersion Groups
At St Edward's School we provide our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students with an opportunity to connect with country, culture and language through Cultural Immersion Groups supported by our AEAs. Below, we will be sharing images and a small blurb about activities that are completed in each grades group.
| Grade | Lesson Activity |
|---|---|
| 3 | Father Sky and Baiame This week, Year 3 discussed the importance of Father Sky and Baiame. They watched a video clip that took them on a tour around the Baiame cave located in Singleton. Commencing this lesson, they created their own artwork of the Baiame cave drawing. |
| 4 | |
| 5 | People, Groups and Animals (Dhii) Our students yarned about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and the symbols that are used to represent them in Aboriginal artwork. The students also focused on symbols used to represent animals. |
| 6 | Indigenous History Project Our Year 6 students presented their projects to their cultural group, Mrs Clarke and Mrs Hatton. Our students done such a great job, we are so proud of their efforts! |
Dhirrabuu (Deadly) Dhulu (Message Stick) Pen Pals:
This term our Cultural Immersion students in grades 2 & 5 have started a pen pal program. This program has been implemented by the AEA team to prepare our Year 2 students transitioning to the Primary Campus next year with a buddy support system. Our current Year 5 students will transition to Year 6 next year and becoming our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leaders of the school.
The students were super excited to find out about this new program and we cannot wait to watch the new friendships begin. Watch this space for some images of the program!
Gamilaraay Word of Week - Family (Dhiiyaan):
Week 1: Dad - Bubaa
Week 2: Mum - Gunii
Week 3: Sister - Baawaa
Week 4: Brother - Dhagaan
Week 5: Aunty - Walgan
Week 6: Uncle - Garruu
Week 7: Nan - Bahdii
Week 8: Pop - Dhaadhaa
Week 9: Boy - Birray
Week 10: Girl - Miyay
AEA team
Brittany Cloake
Primary AEA
Jarrod Peachey
Primary AEA
Amanda Gwalter
Infants AEA
Sally-Anne Clarke
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Focus Teacher
Word of the Week
Students are encouraged to continually use the "Word of the Week" in context during class, this will gain them points and the student who has used the word of the week the most will be awarded a book at the end of this term.
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 3 Week 10 Word of the Week "SABOTAGE"
End of Term
This Thursday 26th September sees the end of another busy and productive term of learning. We can all be very proud of the many achievements and successes that we have enjoyed throughout the term. We would like to wish all our St Ed's staff, students, and their families a wonderful, safe and relaxing holiday break.
Term 4 commences for all students K-6 on Tuesday 15th October. Please note all students are expected to be in FULL SUMMER school uniform for the start of term.
Staff Development/Pupil Free Days
A reminder to parents and carers that Friday 27th September (last day of Term 3) and Monday 14th October (first day of Term 4) will be Pupil Free Days. These Staff Development days will focus on staff faith formation and curriculum reform.
The final day for all students in K-6 this term is Thursday 26th September, and the first day to return for Term 4 is Tuesday 15th October.
School Fees
Please note that Term 3 school fees were due by 30th August 2024. Thank you to those families who have already paid and also to those who have set up a recurring payment plan.
You can check your current owing balance via the Compass App > More > School Fees. Compass Pay or BPAY are our preferred method of payment for School Fees.
If you are unable to pay your school fee balance, please email Hannah at: setadmin@arm.catholic.edu.au
St Ed's School Fun Run - Friday 18th October, 4.30pm, Primary Oval
Our St Edward's School Fun Run is Almost Here!
Get your runners ready, because Friday, 18th October is shaping up to be one BIG show! We've already sprinted towards success, raising $15,000 for 2 Hydro Bank Water Refill Stations and outdoor seating, but we need YOU to help us across the finish line to our $40,000 goal.
Calling all Parent Helpers!
This event can’t happen without your amazing support. We need volunteers for:
10 x Powder Sprayers
2 x Foam Machine Operators
2 x Water Blasters
1 x Chase the Cheetah Mascot
4 x BBQ Masters
PICK YOUR SPOT VIA THE SIGNUP LINK BELOW. We thank you in advance for your time and assistance!
Note: SignUp does not share your email address with anyone. If you prefer not to use your email address, please contact Loran via email dheymancontracting@gmail.com to be signed up manually.
Just a friendly reminder, students need to registered prior to the day to take part.
There's still time to get involved! Head over to funrun.com.au to create a profile or keep fundraising. Every bit counts!
Let’s make this event as colourful as it can be. Ready, set, FUN RUN!
Attendance
NSW Police Legacy Child Safety Handbook
The “NSW Police Legacy Child Safety Handbook” is a comprehensive and free resource to assist parents and carers, as well as teachers, on a range of topics essential to child safety.
The updated digital edition includes important content updates from: Fire and Rescue NSW (home fire safety), Transport NSW (school bus and seat belt safety), NSW Department of Communities and Justice (keeping children safe), eSafety Commissioner and NSW Rural Fire.
Please click here to view the latest digital handbook.
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.
Peter Pan Student Production
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