Big Bash Cricket 

Last Friday some of our students had a fantastic day at the Big Bash Cricket. It was hot out in the middle but nonetheless, enjoyable.  The students hit the ball with ease, made some great runs and fielded with skill. I am especially proud of the sportspersonship and high level of excellentbehaviour they displayed throughout the day.  A huge thank you to Mr Lee, Phys Ed specialist, and Mrs Butler, Education Assistant, who arranged and supported the students on the day.

Year 6 Camp

They have come home tired, a bit grubby and with great stories … and that is just the staff.  Of course, the Year 6 students had a wonderful time too.  It was so good to hear about students challenging themselves to do things that they would otherwise never do, how they encouraged each other when the tasks appeared too difficult, and to share in the laughs about the antics that they got up to as they spent time with friends.  Camp is a highlight for the children and I am glad that that staff worked hard to make it happen.  I would like to thank Miss Mercer, Mr Easther, Miss O’Connor, Ms Sivic, Mr Lee, and Mrs Wendt for organising and attending camp.  It is a massive undertaking and their efforts are greatly appreciated.

Book Fair

Thank you to everyone who supported last week’s Book Fair.  The children left the library having purchased an assortment of stationery, posters and books.  Book Fair not only allows children to spend their pocket money but is also an important fundraising event so that the library keeps its book collection up to date for everyone to enjoy.  The school received $1,186 in commission. Thank you to Ms Rees, Library Officer, for coordinating this event. 

Visiting Indonesian students

Last Friday seven Indonesian students visited the school to have a look around.  They visited classrooms, participated in lessons and had a chat with our students.  Thank you to Ms Mulyana, Indonesian specialist, for making this possible for everyone.

School Board and P&C Association

Last Wednesday the School Board and P&C Association met for the final time this year.  The Board has approved the voluntary contributions and extra cost options for 2020 and this information will be sent to families on Monday 25th November.  The Board also discussed the actions needed to ensure that the Business Plan strategies become part of every day practice, and approved the extension of the agreement between the school and OSHClub so that they are able to offer an ongoing service to the community.

Bugs, viruses and illness

As the school winds down and everyone gets tired, there can be a resurgence of bugs, viruses and illness amongst staff and students.  It is vital that sick children stay at home because there is no better place than in bed and being with a parent.  So that the illnesses do not spread around the school, if your children have a headache, sore throat, temperature, or stomach bug then please make sure that you keep them at home. For the more severe illnesses such as measles, mumps, whooping cough and glandular fever please get medical advice and follow the doctor’s direction.  It is also important that you contact the school so that we can inform staff and students whose immune system is not as strong as others.