Mulwala Public School

Tuesday 10 December 2024

Yarma (Welcome)

2025 Student Leadership team

After a thorough selection process, we have chosen two outstanding captains and three dedicated vice captains who will lead our student body with passion and commitment. 

Captains: Grace and Lylah

Vice Captains: Xavier, Ruby and Amelia

These outstanding individuals have demonstrated remarkable leadership qualities and I have no doubt they will represent the school with pride and commitment. 

I want to exptend my appreciation to all the families who supported our candidates throughout this process. Your encouragement and involvement make a significant difference in our school community.

Student reports

The teachers are currently writing the semester two reports. Your child's report will be distrubuted on Monday 16 December. The teachers will inform you about your child's progress during Terms 3 and 4. Please discuss the reports with your child when you receive them. 

Presentation Day

The annual Presentation Day will be held at school on Monday 16 December at 9:30 am. All families and friends are invited to attend.

Year 6 graduation assembly

The Year 6 farewell assembly will be held at school on Wednesday 18 December at 2 pm. Family and friends are invited to attend to farewell our graduating class. 

Term dates for 2025

I am pleased to inform you that we have received approval to align our school holidays with those of Victoria, starting in 2025. This decision was made to better support our families who have children attending schools across the border and who participate in extracurricular activities during the Victorian school holidays.

While we are excited about this alignment, I want to let you know that the exact starting dates for each term are still being determined. The differences in the number of teaching days between New South Wales and Victoria mean that we need to ensure we are meeting all mandated requirements for our students. We will finalise term dates as soon as possible, and we will communicate those to you as soon as they are available.

Thank you for your understanding and support as we make this transition. We believe that aligning our holiday schedule with Victoria will provide greater flexibility for our families and enhance the overall school experience for our students.

Swimming carnival

The 2025 school swimming carnival will be held on Friday 7 Februrary at the Yarrawonga pool. All students from Kindergarten to Year 6 will be involved in the carnival. Details will be sent out at the beginning of Term 1.

School Behaviour and management Plan

We are pleased to share with you our new School Behaviour Support and Management Plan at Mulwala Public School, designed to promote a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students. Our school is dedicated to explicitly teaching and modelling positive behaviour, ensuring that every student is engaged and supported in their learning journey.

Key programs that we are prioritising and valuing in our school community include:

• Mulwala Public School’s Jarmbie Values and Jarmbie Time

• Zones of Regulation

• How Big is the Problem?

• Friends Resilience Programs - NSW Health

• Kids Helpline

These initiatives focus on social and emotional learning, aiming to enhance mental health, foster positive relationships, and prevent bullying. We are  committed to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning community that promotes student wellbeing.

Our dedicated staff will implement evidence-based approaches and strategies to create a positive climate where bullying is less likely to occur. We believe that building a welcoming school culture that values diversity and nurtures positive relationships is crucial for all members of our community.

The plan can be viewed here.

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

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

• Golf Club movie - whole school

Junior Alpine Series cross-country mountain bike race- Jakob (7/21)

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.

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

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

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.