Mulwala Public School

Tuesday 12 November 2024

Yarma (Welcome)

Office Closed

Due to staff professional learning, the school office will be closed on Wednesday 13 and Thursday 14 November.

A thank you from a community member

I want to take a moment to highlight the incredible actions of two of our outstanding school members, Michelle Rosmulder and Savannah. Recently, a community member experienced an emergency near our school, and their quick thinking and bravery made a significant difference.

Savannah promptly sought adult help when the situation arose, ensuring that the individual received the assistance they needed without delay. Thanks to her swift actions, Mrs. Rosmulder was able to step in and provide the necessary first aid in a calm and supportive manner.

The gratitude expressed by the community member is a testament to the kindness and compassion that both Michelle and Savannah demonstrate every day. 

Thank you, Michelle and Savannah, for demonstrating the values of our school community. 

Term dates for 2025

The submission for Mulwala Public School to change over to Victorian school holidays has been submitted, but as yet, no response has been received. I appreciate your patience and understanding in this matter. I will keep you updated on the process and the decision. 

The NSW Department of Education has announced extra school development days (pupil free days). There will be 4 school development days at the beginning of Term 1, 2 at the beginning of Term 2, and one each at the beginning of Terms 3 and 4.

The NSW Term dates for 2025 are as follows:

Term 1

Friday 31 January- staff return

Thursday 6 February- students return

Term 2

Monday 28 April- staff return

Wednesday 29 April- students return

Term 3

Monday 21 July- staff return

Tuesday 22 July- students return

Term 4

Monday 13 October- staff return

Tuesday 14 October- students return

If the alignment with the Victorian school holidays is approved the Term 1 dates will be as follows:

Tuesday 28 January- staff return

Monday 3 February- students return

Learn to Swim Lessons

The school will be providing water safety and learn to swim lessons to those students who are unable to swim 25 m confidently. The lessons will be held each afternoon from Monday 2 December until Friday 13 December.

Updated contact details

We often have to contact parents by telephone during the day. Please ensure your updated contact details are provided to the office.

Applications are now open for selective high school and opportunity class entry in 2026.

Selective high schools and opportunity classes are one of the ways that the department supports high potential and gifted students. These are students whose intellectual potential exceeds that of students of the same age.

You can apply for opportunity classes and selective high schools that are outside your local enrolment area.

Students sit a placement test and qualify for a place based on their results.

Students get to learn together with classmates who have similar abilities. This allows their teachers to use special teaching methods to move students through the curriculum at a faster pace and in more depth.

When learning alongside other high potential and gifted classmates, students benefit both academically and socially. Students tell us that they love learning with other students who also enjoy asking questions, delving deep into topics and being challenged academically.

Selective high schools and opportunity classes also offer a broad range of co-curricular activities such as sports, creative and performing arts, music and special interest clubs.

More information is available here

Free internet for eligible families

The Australian Government’s offer of free home internet until 31 December 2025 is still available through its School Student Broadband Initiative (SSBI).  

The SSBI aims to help families with school-aged children who may be struggling with cost-of-living issues and are unable to maintain a broadband internet connection at home. To be eligible for the SSBI, families must:

• Have a child living at home that is enrolled in Kindy up to year 12 in NSW.

• Not have an active nbn® network internet service in the previous 14 days. 

• Either be referred by a Nominating Organisation or have their suitability determined via an assessment conducted by the National Referral Centre (NRC).

Find out further information by contacting the National Referral Centre, operated by Anglicare Victoria on 1800 954 610 or visit their website.

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

Sunday 17 November- Kite Festival

Friday 6 - Sunday 8 December-Cod Classic

Monday 16 December- Presentation Day 9:30 am

Tuesday 17 December - Year 6 Farewell dinner

Wednesday 18 December- Year 6 Farewell assembly 2 pm

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

The school has developed a school promotion plan. Have you noticed the new school sign on the front fence or checked out our updated school website?

Week 5

Wednesday 13 November

• 9:00 am- 1:45 pm Future jarmbies

Week 6

Sunday 17 November

• Kitefest

Wednesday 20 November

• 9:00 am- 3:00 pm Future jarmbies

Week 7

Tuesday 26 - Friday 29 November

School spectacular

Wednesday 27 November

• 9:00 am- 3:00 pm Future jarmbies

• Year 6 Farewell dinner at ClubMulwala - Year 5 & 6

• Get hooked on fishing - Years 3-6

• Carols by the lake - whole school

• Learn to swim - K-2 and those not confident in swimming 25m

• Golf Club movie - whole school

Hayley and Mac- Aussie hoops basketball season 

Layla, Amity, Scarlett, Zali, Milla, Remi, Nancy- Shepparton basketball tournament

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 22 November

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

Class Reports:

• Bobinawarrah:Alex, Kye

• Goonie: Rex, Corey

• Thurgoon: Sadie, Jakob

• Nungara: Nancy, Dominic

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

Happy birthday to Eli N and Zali

A big thank you to Corowa High School for providing a high school experience for our students. The Year 4 student participated in a variety of activities including sport, visual art and maths.

Moira Foodshare provides emergency assistance through the distribution of free fresh and non-perishable food items to residents within the Moira and Berrigan Shires. The SRC are conducting a fundraiser and encourage all families to donate food to support Foodshare.

In addition, Moira Foodshare is running the 'Mission 250' campaign. Moira Foodshare is aiming to find 250 patrons to donate $10 per month to help them buy much needed supplies. Moira Foodshare 

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

The next P&C meeting will be held on Tuesday 10 December.  New members are welcome.

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. Please complete the form on the Parent Portal.

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.