THE HEIGHTS BYTES

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Check out some wonderful moments from our Harmony Day celebrations this year! This week, students and staff came together to embrace our cultural diversity and promote inclusiveness.

There have been vibrant activities, performances, and delicious food from various cultures, showcasing the rich tapestry that makes our school community unique. It was heartwarming to see everyone participating, learning, and celebrating together.

Please enjoy these photos that capture the spirit of Harmony Day 2025. We look forward to continuing to foster an environment of respect and understanding.

Nharrawangay, Buglaa & Marriyanada students at Multicultural Storytime

Bilima & Gugara in their Harmony day orange!

Everyone Belongs

Barrack Heights Public School is proud to announce that the AECG (Aboriginal Education Consultative Group) has officially approved the naming of our Special Education Unit Burri Burri.

Last year our Aboriginal Education Team met with Community members, students and educators to start the consultation process for naming our Special Education Unit. The consultation process brought up many ideas and the team decided to keep with the theme of our class names. Following continued discussions the name Burri Burri was decided on and this was then put forward to our Jubrosay AECG for approval.

Here is our purpose statement behind the naming:

The Dharawal name ‘Burri Burri’ is a deeply meaningful and fitting choice for the Barrack Heights Public School Support Unit. Rooted in the rich traditions of the Dharawal people, the original custodians of this land, ‘Burri Burri’ reflects a strong connection to Country, culture, and identity.

In Dharawal language, ‘Burri Burri’ refers to the whale, a powerful and respected totem in Aboriginal culture. Whales are known for their strength, resilience, and deep family bonds—qualities that resonate with the values of our Support Unit. Just as whales navigate vast oceans together, supporting and guiding one another, our Support Unit fosters a sense of belonging, care, and shared growth for all students.

By adopting the name ‘Burri Burri,’ we honour the enduring knowledge and wisdom of the Dharawal people while reinforcing our commitment to inclusivity, respect, and the celebration of Aboriginal heritage within our school community. This name serves as a reminder of our responsibility to nurture, uplift, and empower every student in a supportive and culturally aware environment.

We are looking forward to some artwork and signage in the near future.

Barrack Heights Public School is a proud member of the newly named 'The VILLAGE' Community of Schools.

We, along with our five partner schools, are united in the shared vision of providing exceptional educational experiences for our students.

Together, our plan for success ensures that every learner, from Kindergarten to Year 12, is given every opportunity to learn, grow and thrive in every environment.

The Year 6 to 7, High School Expression of Interest process is now open.

Please follow this link to begin the application for your child moving to high school in 2026.

Submissions are due by Friday 28th March, 2025.

If you require any assistance please don't hesitate to contact the office.

As you may have noticed, Gate C, our electronic gate, remains locked during school hours. If you need to access the school and they gate is locked, please contact the office to have the gate unlocked. Once it is open, we kindly ask that you close it behind you instead of leaving it open. This gate is in place to ensure the safety of our students on school grounds.

Each day at 2:55 PM, our student leaders will open the back gates near the Basketball Courts for afternoon pick up.

Dear Families and Community,

As we go about our daily lives, it's important to remain vigilant and aware of our surroundings. Each of us plays a crucial role in maintaining a safe and respectful environment for everyone.

Let us be proactive in observing and addressing any concerns that may arise within our community, while also respecting one another in our interactions. By staying alert and engaged, we can help ensure that our shared spaces are welcoming and secure for all.

Thank you for your commitment to vigilance and for contributing to a positive community atmosphere.

On Wednesday, 9 April, between 1:30-3 PM, you’re invited to attend Barrack Heights Public School's Easter Hat Parade!

Join us for a picnic lunch from 1:30 PM. Students will have the option to bring a $2 coin on the day for a hot cross bun and popper combo, and ice blocks will also be available for sale at the canteen. Extra hot cross buns will be available for purchase by parents & carers on the day as well, from the canteen.

Then, head to the basketball court at 2 PM to enjoy the Easter Hat Parade and celebrate the creativity of our students. We look forward to seeing you there!

Dear K-2 Parents and Carers,

You’re invited to join us in creating a special Easter Hat with your child for this year’s parade!

📅 When: Wednesday, April 2nd
📍 Where: Your child’s classroom
⏰ Time: 2:00 - 3:00 PM

Please bring along any specific craft materials your child would like to use to decorate their hat, such as stickers, pom-poms, feathers, or colored paper. These items will be for your child’s use, so feel free to bring anything special they’d love to include in their design.

If you’d like to donate materials ahead of time, you’re welcome to drop them off at the office—these will be shared among classes to ensure all students have access to supplies.

For safety reasons, we kindly ask that hot glue guns are NOT brought to school. If your child’s hat requires hot gluing, please complete that part at home and add the finishing touches in class.

Before heading to your child’s classroom, please sign in at the front office.

We can’t wait to see you there and celebrate this fun tradition together!

Warm regards,
Easter Hat Parade Team

Garawan students with 100% attendance for Week 7

Djamalang students with 100% attendance for Week 7

Garawan students with 100% attendance for Week 8

Walungarid students with 100% attendance for Week 8

WEEK 9

WEEK 10

Book Club Issue 2 has arrived! Students would have brought home a Book Club Catalogue. Keep an eye out for the 'Every Child Deserves a Book' initiative with books starting from as little as $3!

Orders must be placed on or before Wednesday, 26th of March. Orders are to be made online through LOOP. Money cannot be accepted at the school office. Happy Reading!

Barrack Heights Community Pantry would not be possible without the strong partnerships we have with South32 and GrainCorp

Thank you for your support and involvement in our community!

Friendly reminder to please return borrowed Community Pantry crates

SCHOOL BYTES

Barrack Heights uses School Bytes for communication, reminders, payments for excursions and sports, attendance submissions and statements of accounts. If you haven't already downloaded the app and linked your child/ren please select the appropriate link below to setup.

App Store - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/school-bytes/id6463097826
Google Play - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=education.schoolbytes

If you have any questions please contact the office for assistance.

GENERAL REMINDERS

If you moved house or changed your phone number or email address? Please update your details at the office or by sending an email to the school at barrackht-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
Please see the office staff if your child has any medical requirements or if medical information needs to be updated.
School times are 8.55am - 3pm. If your child is late, they must come to the office for a late note. All absences, both whole day and partial absences, need to be explained. You can do this via the School Bytes app, email, phone or at the office.
If students are marked as absent on the school roll, an SMS will be sent out before 11am on the same day advising you of the absence. Please respond via schoolbytes advising the reason for their absence.
At Barrack Heights our school hours are from 8.30am to 3.00pm. Students must NOT be on school grounds before 8:30am without parent supervision. A Teacher is on duty from 8.30am onwards.

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25 Hunter Street,

Barrack Heights NSW 2528

(02) 4296 4222

barrackht-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

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