Deputy Principal's Updates:
Book Week
Wow Wow Wow! What a fabulous day everyone had last Friday. We managed to avoid the rain and have a whole school parade (socially distanced outside). The costumes, colour and excitement from both students and staff was terrific. A big thank you to everyone who made the day a success, students staff and particularly parents. Special mention must go to Miss Bergamin (and her Mum) who made the Bluey costume, it was an absolute hit with everyone. I've already put my order in for next year :)
Winners of the colouring competition are:
Navya Mudaliar, Maritta Rekku, Darcy Armstrong, Elaine Shinto, Felix Shiby and Braxton Camm. Please collect your prize from Mrs Findlay.
Here are just a few pictures taken on the day. We hope you enjoy them.
Mysterious Egg Found
Last Friday some of our Foundation - Two students along with their teachers found a mysterious egg in the gardens of Eco Park (as part of the Book Week theme Curious Creatures). Some amazing writing took place as part of this activity. I can't wait to share some of this writing with you in the next few weeks.
World Teachers Day
Last Friday was also World Teacher Day and it would be remiss not to mention the wonderful teachers we have at t Luke's. On behalf of the school community I would like to say a big THANK YOU to all our amazing teachers. You do a fabulous job!!
Maths Competition Winners
A huge congratulations to all our participants who entered the Australian Maths Competition.
31 students competed and were awarded the following certificates.
8 Distinction
8 Credit
14 Proficiency
1 Participation
A special mention to the following students who received a Distinction in the Middle Primary Division:
Harper Daniel (Year 4)
Cody Munro (Year 4)
Hannah Thomas (Year 3)
Timi Olukoju (Year 3)
and to the following students who also received a Distinction in the Middle Primary Division who competed against students much older than themselves....what up and coming budding mathematicians we have!!
Catherine Tierney O'Hara (Year 2)
Avinon Johnson (Year 1)
Rohan Saranathan (Year 1)
Harrison Rowe (Foundation)
Uniform Updates
Our sample school polo shirt has arrived and has been approved for production. We will let you know when they will be ready to purchase. I'm hoping it won't be too long. If you are in need of a shirt to get you through the next few weeks please let me know and I will assist where I can. Year 6 polos and the design are being finalised and will be ready soon to order. Thank you for your patience.
Beanies and Scarves
Our beanies and scarves have arrived and are available from Quality Teams to purchase. The cost of the beanie is $19 and the scarf $14.
Uniform Committee
If there are any parents who would like to be part of the Uniform Committee we are looking for helpers. Tasks include reviewing and updating uniforms when needed and supporting our pre loved uniforms. Please see Kaylene Armstrong or myself if you would like to assist.
Literature Circles
Over the last two terms a number of Year 6 students have been participating in Literature Circles where they have met weekly to share and discuss a select novel. It has been wonderful to see students grow in confidence in the groups and develop new skills in presenting their ideas and opinions.
Library Books Returns
A friendly reminder that many students have books borrowed from the Learning Centre, some up to 5-6 books. Could these be returned as soon as possible please. Borrowing books will cease around Week 9 to allow for returns and a clean out of the books.
Chess Club
The last two weeks, 20 or more students from all different classes participated in Chess Club. It's held in the Learning Centre every week. Beginners can come Thursday at recess and experts on Friday. If you have any questions you can see us at the Learning Centre.
Isaac, Emil, Harshil, Jaiden, Liam, Tyrone and Nicholas. (Chess Club Committee)
5/6 Music With Mr Mac
This term the 5/6 students have had the opportunity to experience the musical instrument of the glockenspeil and metallophone. It's wonderful to be in the office during these classes and hear the beautiful noise that comes from the Learning Centre.
Middle Learning Community Art Work
Congratulations to all the Middle Learning Community for their amazing efforts with their latest piece of art work. The snake is proudly displayed in the front office for the time being until the new building is complete where we will find a permanent home for it.
Book Club
Book Club Issue 8 is coming home tonight with your child, along with orders from the previous issue. If you would like the office to hold onto your order, rather than be sent home (as it might be a gift) please let us know.
No sharing of food
Unfortunately due to co-vid restrictions we are unable to celebrate students birthdays at school with shared/individual party food brought from home. We will let you know when this restriction is lifted. Thank you for your support on this restriction.
Have a lovely weekend everyone,
Maree Findlay