General News
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We welcome back Mr Peachey and our Wii Gaay students this week as they have been in Bonny Hills for their last excursion for 2022. We hope they had a deadly time and look forward to having them back!
Kinder 2023 Orientation Mornings
We look forward to welcoming our new Kinder 2023 students for their Orientation mornings on:
- Friday 21st October, 9.30-11.30am (Week 2)
- Friday 28th October, 9.30-11.30am (Week 3)
- Friday 4th November, 9.30-11.30am (Week 4)
- Week 5, 7th-11th November - small group transition in Preschool groups
Children are asked to bring a hat, drink bottle and something to eat. 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 where you will be greeted by staff.
Colour Explosion Fun Run - THANK YOU!
A heartfelt thank you to our amazing P & F Committee, families for sponsoring, donating and volunteering their time to make this event happen. So many smiles and fun from all. Together we raised $46,064.05!!
Year 2 Leaders - Term 4
Congratulations to our Term 4 Infants Leaders. Each term new Infants Leaders are selected to be role models for our K - 2 students, responsibly completing daily jobs for teachers and always displaying respectful behaviour in the classroom and on the playground. We are so proud of you!!
Breaking Records!!
Martha Ferris in Year 5 has been trying to beat a record of 1.59m out of a minty wrapper for the last 2 1/2 years (since Year 3). Her last attempt was 1.53m. This one through her persistence and determination is a whopping 1.88m. An awesome effort and what a moment Martha, well done!
Kindergarten 2023 - Playgroup Guest Speaker
Do you have a child starting Kindergarten next year? If so, you are invited to join our St Edward's Playgroup this Tuesday 25th October at 10.30am in the Infants Hall with Occupational Therapist, Mrs Emily Bradbery. Mrs Bradbery will share the insights and importance of how occupational therapy can help your child starting school. To RSVP your attendance, please email candicelamb24@gmail.com. We would love to see you there!
Crazy Sock Day - Friday 28th October
Late Arrivals
We cannot stress enough the importance of getting your children to school on time every day. There has been an increase of students arriving at school after the bell time of 8.45am. Students arriving at school late has an impact on the students themselves, the class and the teacher, not to mention the valuable learning time the students are missing if this is a regular occurrence. Please support us in ensuring your children arrive at school before 8.45am.
Student Absences
Please remember to use the Compass App to explain all FULL DAY absences for your child, within 7 days of the absence occurring. After this time they automatically roll over into the 'unexplained' category and cannot be changed.
Please DO NOT use the Compass App to record a PARTIAL absence (eg. attending a doctor's appointment in the middle of the day), late arrival or early pickup as it interferes with the school's Compass Kiosk normal signing in or out of children on arrival or departure.
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. Most second hand items are $5 each, girls summer tunics $10 and winter tunics $15. Please note we are in desperate need of more girls summer tunics, particularly size 8 & 10.
Please pop into either school office to look through the clothing pool or alternatively phone and the ladies will happily check availability for you.
St Ed's P & F Mangoes Fundraiser
St Ed's P & F Golf Day - Sunday 27th November
2023 Travel Passes
Join the St Edward's Playgroup!
Our St Ed's Playgroup is held each Tuesday of term from 10am-12 noon in the Infants Hall. This is a wonderful opportunity for parents with toddlers who are preparing to enter Kindergarten. We will be gathering together for social events, and we'll also have learning opportunities so you can get ready for big school! The playgroup is a great way to make friends, and it's also a valuable resource for getting information about our school. Information sessions plus coffee and cake will be the order of the day, as well as fun activities for the active toddler. Interested? Please contact our newly appointed Playgroup Co-ordinator (and early childhood expert), Mrs Candice Lamb, on 0402 700 039 or candicelamb24@gmail.com
Please also join our St Ed's Playgroup Facebook page where important news and information is shared about our Playgroup. Click here for the Facebook link
Important Dates
Friday 21st October, 9.30-11.30am
Kindergarten 2023 Orientation Day 1
Friday 28th October, 9.30-11.30am
Kindergarten 2023 Orientation Day 2
Crazy Sock Day
Friday 4th November, 9.30-11.30am
Kindergarten 2023 Orientation Day 3
Tuesday 6th December
Presentation Night at the TREC
Friday 16th December
TERM 4 concludes (for all students)
Monday 19th & Tuesday 20th December
Pupil Free Days
Last P&F meeting for 2022 is scheduled for:
- Tuesday 8 November @ 5:30pm (everyone welcome)
Our School Advisory Council (SAC) meeting will be held on:
- Monday 28 November @ 5:30pm
Esteem Kids
Before school care is available in the Infants Hall. It operates from 7:00am to 8:30am, Monday through Friday during term and breakfast is provided. After school care is also available in the Infants Hall from 3:00pm to 6:00pm Monday through Friday and 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
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.
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Athletes Foot
Don't forget when you purchase your school or sport shoes at the Athletes Foot Tamworth, to mention you are a member of the St Edward's Tamworth school community. $5 from every purchase is donated back to our school.
Armidale Diocesan Investment Group (ADIG)
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McCarthy Catholic College Orientation Day
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