Mulwala Public School

Tuesday 15 October 2024

Yarma (Welcome)

Welcome back to Term 4! I hope you all enjoyed a restful break and are recharged for the exciting weeks ahead. As we embark on this final term of the year, I want to take a moment to reflect on our ongoing commitment to teaching and learning, as well as the numerous extracurricular activities and opportunities available to our students.

As we start this final term, let’s work together to create a positive, supportive environment for our students. I am excited to see all that they will accomplish in the coming weeks, both academically and personally. Thank you for your continued support, and let’s make Term 4 a memorable one!

Welcome to Mr Boyer

I would like to welcome Mr Tom Boyer as a permanent teacher at Mulwala Public School. Mr Boyer comes with a wealth of teaching experience in various settings and has a passion and expertise in the area of technology. Mr Boyer will be teaching the Bobinawarrah class for Term 4.

Good luck Nancy!

We wish the best of luck to Nancy, who is competing in high jump and shot put at the PSSA State Athletics carnival next week. This is an amazing achievement by Nancy.

Focus on Teaching and Learning

At our school, we are dedicated to providing a rich and engaging learning environment for every student. This term, our teachers will continue to implement innovative teaching strategies that cater to diverse learning needs of all students.. We encourage our students to embrace challenges, think critically, and develop a love for lifelong learning. With the culmination of the year approaching, we will also focus on preparing our students for their next steps, whether that be transitioning to a new grade or preparing for high school.

To support this journey, we will be offering additional resources, including targeted support for students, to ensure that every student reaches their full potential. The parents of students who will be receiving extra support will receive information in the near future.

Exciting Extracurricular Activities

In addition to our robust curriculum, we are thrilled to offer a variety of extracurricular activities this term. These programs not only enhance our students' educational experiences but also foster personal growth, teamwork, and leadership skills.

From whole school excursion, water safety,  community events and music performances there are countless opportunities for students to explore their interests and talents. I encourage all students to get involved and take advantage of these enriching experiences. Participating in extracurricular activities can be incredibly rewarding, providing a sense of belonging and community.

Stay Updated with Events

As we move through Term 4, it’s important to stay informed about school events and important dates. Please keep an eye on our school calendar, which is regularly updated in the newsletter and on School Bytes. This is your go-to resource for everything happening at our school, from end of year activities to special performances and community events.

I encourage all families to engage with the school community, attend events, and support our students in their various pursuits. Your involvement makes a significant difference in our school culture and reinforces the importance of education.

Important Dates for Term 4

Monday 14 October- Students return to schoo

Friday 18 October-  Whole school excursion Bonegilla Migrant Camp

                                        School Disco

Friday 25 October- Grandparents Day

Sunday 17 November- Kite Festival

Friday 6 - Sunday 8 December-Cod Classic

Monday 16 December- Presentation Day

Tuesday 17 December - Year 6 Farewell dinner

Wednesday 18 December- Year 6 Farewell assembly

Grandparents Day

Grandparents Day will be celebrated at our school on Friday 25 October. This special event is a wonderful opportunity for our students to honour and appreciate their grandparents, who play a significant role in their lives and education.

Grandparents Day is a time to celebrate the love, wisdom, and guidance that grandparents provide to their grandchildren. It is a chance for our students to express their gratitude and create lasting memories with their grandparents through various activities and events planned for the day.

We invite all grandparents and special family members to join us for a day filled with joy, laughter, and togetherness. 

Please RSVP to the school for catering purposes.

T: 03 57443462

E: mulwala-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Assemblies and partial absences

We would like to emphasise the importance of maintaining accurate attendance records as required by the Department. To support our students' learning, we encourage everyone to remain at school until the official end of the school day at 3:00 PM.

Starting with our next assembly, students will be asked to return to their classrooms immediately after the event. If you choose for your child to leave early, please note that they will be marked absent for part of the day. This is crucial for keeping accurate attendance records and ensuring that our students do not miss out on valuable learning opportunities.

Thank you for your understanding and support. 

Allergy Aware School

We are seeking your help to support Keisha who has  severe allergies.

Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction that is potentially life-threatening. The most common causes of anaphylaxis in schools are allergies to food and insects (bees). To help manage allergies, our school is following the National Allergy Council’s Best Practice Guidelines for Anaphylaxis Prevention and Management in Schools.

The Best Practice Guidelines recommend an Allergy Aware approach, which means we are supporting students at risk of anaphylaxis in the following ways:

•       training staff

•       educating students about allergies and anaphylaxis

•       teaching students that we all have different needs and to be respectful of others

•       teaching students the importance of getting help immediately if their friend with allergy looks sick.

For food allergies, we are also:

• encouraging all students to wash their hands before and after eating.

• teaching students not to share food with friends who have food allergy.

• encouraging students to not bring nut products to school.

We ask you to support the school’s Allergy Aware approach so that we can increase safety and provide an environment that meets the needs of all our students.

Thank you for helping our school be “Allergy Aware”.

School uniforms

We have noticed a growing number of students attending school without the proper uniform. We encourage all students to wear the school uniform to demonstrate pride in our school community.

For families in need of additional uniforms, please remember that we have a second-hand clothing pool available to assist you.

Lost Property

There is a large amount of lost property at school. Please encourage your child to retrieve their lost items.

COVID 19 Advice

Students and staff should stay home when sick. Students, staff and visitors should only attend school when feeling well and symptom-free. Follow NSW Health advice on Testing and what to do if you have COVID-19

Parents and carers of children with persistent or ongoing COVID-19 symptom should discuss these with their local health care professional. These symptoms may be related to other illnesses (such as allergies or hay fever) and benefit from treatment and management by a doctor.

From the start of 2024, rapid antigen tests (RAT) are no longer available free of charge to schools. NSW Health recommend Testing for COVID-19 if you have symptoms and are at higher risk of serious illness.

Moodamoot (farewell)

Regards

Gayle Pinn

Principal

Term 4

Week 1

Monday 14 October

• Students return to school

• P&C meeting

Wednesday 16 October

• 9:30 am- 11:30 am Future jarmbies

Friday 18 October

• Whole school excursion to Bonegilla Migrant Camp

• School disco

Week 2

Wednesday 23 October

• 9:30 am- 11:00 pm Future jarmbies

Friday 25 October

• Grandparents' Day

• Assembly

Week 3

Wednesday 30October

• 9:30 am- 11:00 pm Future jarmbies

Wednesday 16 October- Whole school excursion to Bonegilla Migrant Camp

Friday 18 October- CHS Year 5 experience day 

Echuca Basketball Tournament: Zali, Milla, Remi, Layla, Scarlett, Nancy, Amity, 

Bushrangers basketball tryouts: Nancy, Layla

Wangaratta Horse Show: Amelia

Assemblies are held at school on alternate Fridays commencing at 2 pm. All students have a turn of presenting class reports, sharing learning and presenting the assembly. Everyone is invited to attend.

Friday 25 October

Presenters: Blair, Eli, Scarlett, Nevaeh, Billie,  Rex

Class Reports:

    Bobinawarrah: Alex, Kye,

    Goonie: Mac, Kora

    Thurgoon: Hunter S, Jack

    Nungara:  Lylah, Milla

Friday 8 November

Presenters: Milla, Dominic, Ciara, Remi, Kora, Mac

Class Reports:

    Bobinawarrah: Tyler, Eli

    Goonie: Billie, Evie

   Thurgoon: Harper, Keisha

   Nungara:   Ruby, Zain

Friday 22 November

Presenters: Layla, Zali, Nancy, Scarlett, Corey, Zayde, Henry

     Class Reports:

    Bobinawarrah:Alex, Kye

    Goonie: Rex, Corey

    Thurgoon: Sadie, Jakob

    Nungara: Nancy, Dominic

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'   Wednesday 18 December  (Year 6 farewell)

     Presenters: 2025 School captains and leaders

Class Reports:

    Bobinawarrah:  Tyler, Eli

    Goonie: Henry, Hayley, Kora

    Thurgoon: Skyla, Aaisha

    Nungara: Zali, El

Broad brimmed hats are now available at Judds Mensland in Yarrawonga.

The P&C receives a substantial payment for organising and selling merchanise at the Yamaha Cod Classic. This will be held from Friday 6th - Sunday 8th December 2024. The P&C would like every family to volunteer some time over the weekend. More details to come soon.

It is a requirement of the P&C association that all members complete a Declaration for Child Related Workers. The completed form needs to be returned to the school office.