Special Thanks Ms Anderson

Special thanks to Ms Anderson for all the amazing work she has done in the P-2 room this Semester. We are very lucky to have her!

Look at our yummy Christmas cooking!

Year 6 Graduation & end of year picnic

Thanks to Kelly Ann Blake who led an Acknowledgement of Country and smoking. Kelly Ann Blake is a Wadawurrung and Dja Dja Wurrung woman and a past Chewton Primary Student. Her own children went to Chewton as well! Thanks so much Kelly Ann!

As always our year 6 students did us proud. Their speeches were amazing and they are truly a credit to their families. Thanks to all our families who are leaving us this year: Kez, Tamsin, Tobin, Sue, Jonathon, Sally, Warren, Charley, Jess, Garth, Leonie, Kylie and Rod. we value the wonderful contributions you have made to the life of the school over your time here.

Special thanks also to all the parents who have helped this year: in the Brekkie Club, in the garden, in the classrooms, on excursions, camps, sports days, sleepovers and in myriad ways by encouraging your child and supporting them with their learning.

Chewton Primary is certainly lucky to have such wonderful teachers. Our school community thanks you for all the incredible work you do, each and every day!

Thanks for coming Santa!!

Christmas carols at the post office

Thanks Scott Sanders for leading us in our Christmas carols.

We wish you all a merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

Stay safe and we will see you in 2023!

2023 Parent Payment information

Free things

There are still a few things to give away. Blackboards, some shelving and tables.

For Sale

We still have doors, windows and baltic pine lining boards for sale. Proceeds go towards new library furniture. Please see Bernadette

School Council news

At our last School council meeting, the data on the school uniform surveys was discussed. School Council have decided to have a trial in Term 1.

First three weeks of school: Full school uniform

Week 4 and 5: School top/jumper and choice of pants/shorts

Week 6 and 7: Optional- choice of wearing uniform or casual clothes

Week 8 and 9: Survey of school community- students, parents and staff to find out views on uniforms.

School Council to review survey data at 30th March 2023 Meeting and decide next course of action

Policies passed at last meeting: Asthma Policy, Administration of Medication Policy, Healthcare Needs Policy, Sunsmart Policy.

Next meeting: Thursday 15th December 6:30pm

Are you interested in joining School Council next year? We are looking for new members.

Community Notices

Dja Dja Wurrung websites

Djaara (Dja Dja Wurrung Clans Aboriginal Corporation) https://djadjawurrung.com.au/

DJAARA - Home | Facebook

Nalderun Education Aboriginal Corporation https://nalderun.net.au/

Fire Danger Ratings

We are in the North Central District

On Extreme

Housing and Neighbourhood Character Strategy for Castlemaine, Campbells Creek and Chewton

We wanted to get in touch to say a big thank you to those of you who got involved during the consultation on the Issues and Opportunities Paper, through providing written feedback, attending a drop-in session, or having a chat with us. It is much appreciated and your feedback will help in informing preparation of the draft strategy (which will go on consultation later next year).

Following the conclusion of this consultation, we have prepared a summary report to highlight the key findings from this consultation period. This is available on the projects shape page if you are interested in taking a look. Housing and Neighbourhood Character Strategy | Shape Mount Alexander

If you have any questions about the project or wish to discuss this in more detail, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Kind regards,

Ursula van Dyk | Strategic Planner | Mount Alexander Shire Council

p 03 5471 1748 | www.mountalexander.vic.gov.au

Civic Centre | Corner Lyttleton and Lloyd Streets | PO Box 185 | Castlemaine Victoria 3450

Working together for a healthy, connected shire.