Eastern Fleurieu School R-12 Newsletter Week 7 Term 1 2025

R-12

Principal’s Report

The Importance of School Attendance

Ensuring your child attends school every day is crucial for their academic success and overall wellbeing. School attendance is a key factor in student achievement and plays a vital role in shaping your child’s future. Aiming for 100% attendance, while challenging, sets a high standard that encourages consistency and discipline. This commitment fosters an environment where learning is prioritised, allowing students to engage fully with the curriculum and develop essential life skills such as responsibility and resilience.

Daily attendance offers numerous benefits beyond academics. It helps students build strong relationships with peers and teachers, enhancing their social skills and emotional intelligence. Regular attendance also prepares students for future workforce expectations, signalling to employers that they are dependable and committed.

Conversely, missing school can disrupt a child’s educational journey. Absences lead to missed learning opportunities, making it difficult for students to keep pace with their peers. This can affect their confidence and motivation, potentially impacting their academic aspirations and social development. Frequent absences can also disrupt classroom dynamics, affecting both the student and their classmates.

To achieve perfect attendance, parents and children should work together to establish a reliable daily routine. Preparing for school the night before, maintaining healthy habits, and scheduling appointments outside school hours can minimise absences. Open communication with your child is essential to address any reluctance or issues affecting their attendance.

Understanding and addressing attendance barriers is crucial. These can range from health issues to logistical challenges. Engaging with school resources, such as counsellors and support staff, can help overcome these obstacles. Parents play a pivotal role in fostering an environment that values education, reinforcing the importance of regular attendance through encouragement and involvement in their child’s academic life.

By prioritising school attendance, parents can support their child’s educational journey, ensuring they are well-prepared for future success.

Contact the relevant staff member at your campus today if you need support in getting your child/young person to school.

Take care and warm regards,

Ian Kent
Principal
Eastern Fleurieu R-12 School

Term Dates 2025

Eastern Fleurieu School R-12 Important dates

Student Free Day – Staff Training Day

R-12 staff were highly engaged in our recent training day, we hope students and families had an enjoyable long weekend.

Berry Street Training Day Video 

2024 DUX Awards

We recently held an assembly to award our two students their 2024 DUX Awards, congratulations to Andrew and Callum on your outstanding results.

Garage Sale

Playgroup

Community News

Great Southern Swimming Club

We are holding 1-2 training sessions a week in Strathalbyn (weather dependant) until April this year. 

Thursdays 5:15pm (when hotter than 26 degrees) and 7:15am Sunday mornings. 

Come and try - 3 weeks free!

Contact Louise 0407111642 or email greatsouthernsc@hotmail.com 

ASHBOURNE CAMPUS

14 Ashbourne Road, Ashbourne SA 5157 Ph: 8536 2455

Head of Campus Report

As we reach the midpoint of Term 1, I am delighted to share some of the wonderful achievements and positive interactions happening across our campus. Our students continue to impress us with their dedication to learning and their support for one another.

This term, our students have excelled in various academic activities. These include classroom learning growth and managing the new Literacy and Numeracy rotations. The students have demonstrated outstanding participation in the recent Bush School learning and their snake creative projects. Our students are demonstrating their talents and commitment to excellence.

We are proud of the strong sense of community at Ashbourne Campus. Students have been actively playing and working with each other in the class and yard, fostering a supportive environment where everyone feels valued.

As we approach the NAPLAN testing period, we want to ensure that our students feel prepared and supported. NAPLAN is an important assessment that provides valuable insights into student learning and progress in literacy and numeracy. We encourage students to approach the tests with confidence and to do their best.

School Learning Conversations are scheduled for Wednesday, 2^nd April Week 10 these meetings are a great opportunity to discuss your child's progress and achievements.

Please join us for our Small Campus Sports Day on Friday, 4^th April Week 10 at Milang Campus for a day of fun. It's a wonderful chance to support our students and celebrate the skills they have been learning in their Physical Education lessons. We have a big focus on earning Spirit Cup points, this highlights the students demonstrating good sportsmanship throughout the day.

Thank you to all our students, staff, and families for your continued support and enthusiasm. Together, we are creating a positive and enriching learning environment.

Regards,
Rebekah Fahey
Head of Campus

Bush School

Our Bush School program has been a highlight this term, offering students hands-on learning opportunities in nature. Recently, students explored the fascinating world of snakes, learning about their habitats, behaviours, and the importance of conservation. This experience has sparked curiosity and respect for our natural environment.

Creativity is flourishing at Ashbourne Campus. Students have been involved in innovative creation projects, using natural materials to craft unique snakes. These projects not only enhance artistic skills but also encourage sustainable practices and environmental awareness.

The weekly whole school games are a testament to the power of teamwork and community spirit. All the students participate in a variety of games, fostering collaboration and communication. It is a joy to see everyone working together and supporting one another. All the games are created by Byrn Lewis, one of our talented SSO’s, the games connect to the terms topic and the students learning.

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Snake Presentation

Our students recently enjoyed an unforgettable experience with Snake Catcher Pete, who visited our campus with a fascinating collection of pythons and lizards. This interactive presentation provided students with a unique opportunity to learn about these incredible reptiles up close.

Pete's engaging style and wealth of knowledge captivated the students, who were eager to ask questions and even handle some of the creatures. The presentation not only educated but also inspired a deeper appreciation for wildlife and conservation.

Thank you to Snake Catcher Pete for an amazing and educational experience!

Assembly Awards

Our recent campus assembly was a wonderful celebration of student achievements and character development. The Hakea class took centre stage hosting the assembly and showcasing their learning and creativity.

During the assembly, students were honoured with certificates recognising their exemplary character traits. These awards celebrate qualities such as kindness, resilience, leadership, and integrity. We are proud of our students for embodying these values and contributing positively to our school community. Congratulations to Tony, Eli, William, Sophia and Lucas for their well-deserved recognition!

Bush Playgroup

Our new Bush Playgroup is thriving, with a wonderful turnout of new mums and their children. The natural setting provides a perfect backdrop for exploration and play, fostering a sense of community and connection among participants. Each session is filled with laughter and learning as children engage with the environment and each other. The supportive atmosphere has been warmly received, making it a delightful experience for everyone involved. We look forward to continuing this journey together, nurturing friendships and creating lasting memories. An enormous thank you to Kerry Crowden for organising and running our Bush playgroup every Tuesday morning.

LANGHORNE CREEK CAMPUS

Bridge Road, Langhorne Creek SA 5255    Ph: 8536 2455

Head of Campus Report

Welcome to our Week 7 newsletter. Here are the latest updates from our Langhorne Creek Campus.

Our students have been actively engaged in various learning programs across the site. It's wonderful to see such enthusiasm, focus and dedication by our students and staff.

The Run Club has been a great success on Friday mornings. We encourage everyone to come along and join in if you can. It's a fantastic way to start the day!

Our Carers Afternoon was a tremendous success. The scavenger hunt provided a fun way for students to show their families around our campus. We welcome any feedback from families to help us make this event enjoyable for as many as possible. A video from the afternoon has been shared on SeeSaw.

We are pleased to announce that Student Leaders have been selected for the year, with some year levels sharing this important role. Congratulations to all our student leaders!

Planning is underway for Harmony Day and the upcoming Wheels Day later this term. We look forward to these exciting events.

Some of our Year 5 and 6 students participated in the Southern Fleurieu swimming trials. Well done for representing Eastern Fleurieu School, Langhorne Creek Campus.

On Friday, 28^th February students and staff participated in Clean Up Australia Day on site. Gloves and recycled bags were provided by cleanup.og.au, students took pride in making sure all rubbish was picked up. It was surprising to see how much rubbish was on our grounds.

Our staff participated in a training day on Friday, 7th March focusing on the Berry Street Education Model. This training helps us update our skills and implement best practices in working with students.

Thank you for choosing Langhorne Creek Campus, we look forward to more exciting news in the coming weeks.

Regards,
Les Cameron
Head of Campus

Carers’ Afternoon Langhorne Creek

We had a great turn up of families for our Carers’ Information Afternoon in Week 4.

The scavenger hunt was so fun – Ivy

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Clean Up Day at Langhorne Creek

The whole campus spent some time on Friday, 28^th February cleaning up the campus grounds for Clean Up Australia Day.

We found lots of rubbish - Stella 

Pancake Day

On Tuesday, 4^th March Wendy from the local Church Group came in and cooked pancakes for the students for Shrove Tuesday. These were enjoyed by all and the donations have been donated to the Local Churches Group.

The pancakes were so yummy - Casey 

I liked the pancakes - Chance 

Learning in Kind Koalas class

Inquiry Time

We have been busy learning about oceans in our inquiry time. We have looked at the zones of the oceans, what our oceans are and have read Commotion in the Ocean by Giles Andreae. We have made our own turtles and octopus based on the book. We will continue to work on this and make our own oceans in egg cartons. 

Maths

We have been looking at patterns and sorting in maths time. We looked at how they repeat and decorated some pancakes using patterns. 

Positive Possums

Deep Learning

In Deep Learning we have been learning about character strengths. We have looked at people who, over the years, have 'made a difference'. We have been learning about Amelia Earhart and how she had a dream, a vision and she made it come true by persevering. We did some art work to display our learning. 

It was really interesting learning about Amelia Earhart flying solo and being brave.  - Frankie

We love reading 'The Little People, Big Dreams' books and learning about famous people who have impacted in some way.  - Ada

Assembly

Congratulations to our Week 6 Assembly Award receivers.

Playgroup

This term the children are enjoying a range of sensory experiences including finger paint, coloured sand, ice play, kinetic sand, split peas and scented bottles.

We have learnt about the Chines Lamyern Festival and World Wildlife Day. Next week we will celebrate National Ride to School Day with a bike day.

Please join us at Playgroup at Langhorne Creek Campus on Friday mornings, 9:00am to 11:30am.

Regards,
Libby Thornton 
Playgroup Co-ordinator

MILANG CAMPUS

Cnr Cox and Rivers Street, Milang SA 5256     Ph: 8536 2455

Head of Campus Report

As we progress through the school year, I am pleased to share some activities that have been taking place at our campus.

After much thoughtful discussion and collaboration, our students have chosen a school motto for 2025: "Do Your Best, Be Your Best." This motto captures the spirit of our campus and serves as a daily reminder to embrace challenges, support one another, and continuously aim for improvement. I am proud of our students for their commitment to this process and for choosing this empowering message as their motto.

As part of our Year 6 citizenship program, Hudson, Jack, JL and Vanessa have been assisting in the food preparation, setup, and serving of the Milang community lunch held at the Milang Old School House Community Centre, (MOSHCC) fortnightly. This initiative allows our students to connect with the broader community, fostering a sense of belonging and giving back to the community. The Year 6s have received positive feedback from the community and our Junior Primary and Upper Primary classes have enjoyed visiting the MOSHCC when it is their turn to enjoy a delicious lunch.

We recently had Reclink visit to assist our students with the art of kite making. The students have been busy planning, designing and creating artworks on their kites. On Harmony Day, Reclink will again be working with the students to construct the kites. We look forward to seeing these colourful creations soar high in the sky on Harmony Day!

Congratulations to our new school captains Emma and Vanessa. The girls are keen to represent the students at the Milang Campus and we are sure they will both do a wonderful job.

I am thankful for the dedication and enthusiasm of our students, staff, and community members. Together, we continue to create a nurturing and dynamic environment where every Milang student can thrive.

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Regards,
Merran Jolley
Head of Campus

Playgroup

This term the children have experienced a range of sensory experiences including split peas, kinetic sand, ice play, finger paint, coloured sand and scented bottles.

We have learnt about the Chinese Lantern Festival and World Wildlife Day. We talked about how to look after pets. Next week we will celebrate National Ride to School Day with a bike day. 

Junior Primary Learning

We have been learning all about ordering numbers from smallest to largest. Our younger students have been working on ordering numbers up to 20 and 120. The older students had to really use their thinking skills to order numbers up to 10,000. The collaboration between the students was very impressive as they each shared their ideas about where the numbers should go.

For the last lesson of the day on Mondays, we do Maths Investigations! Our learning for this term is based on Pattern Blocks. We have been learning the properties of each block and have used the blocks for different activities. One of the activities was rearranging the blocks to make the ‘Pattern Block Man’ appear in different poses. In the photos, you can see that we are copying the pattern block poses we made.

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Upper Primary Learning

In science this term we have been focusing on all things Earth and Space Sciences! We took a closer look at just how much of our lives are influenced by the sun, including how before clocks, people would measure the time by using sun dials.

We decided to see if we could see the difference of time ourselves, and at 12:50pm on a hot Tuesday afternoon; we took our science outside and traced our shadows. We then went back at the end of the day to see how our shadows had moved. It was wonderful to be able to see what we had been learning about come to life in front of our eyes. Though a bit battered, our shadow outlines are still there, so if you can check it out!

A reminder for Upper Primary students and families to please ensure that your child/ren's note folders are secured in their bags every morning and checked every day. We have some important events coming up in the next few weeks of term, so note folders will be required. The note folders also ensure no damage is done to any of the notes and important documents sent home.

Bonnie

Happenings at Milang

Welcome New Reception

Welcome to another new reception student, Huxley.  Huxley joined us in Week 6 and has settled in really well to the Junior Primary class.

School Captains

Students from our Upper Primary Class had to write a speech detailing why they wanted to be school captain and present them to staff.  Our nominated School Captains this year are Vanessa and Emma. Some of their responsibilities will be to present a captains speech at our Assembly’s and welcome any guests to our campus for special events as well as being role models of our school values – Teamwork – Respect – Determination – Integrity.  Well done girls.

Assembly

Congratulations to our Award winners so far this term, Emily, Alaska, Marley C and Mila from the Junior Primary and Scarlett, Amelia, Hudson and Cedar from the Upper Primary.

Swimming

There are a number of ways to pay for your swimming, through the bank account quoting your unique family code, or by card in person or over the phone, and of course by cash. Swimming fees are now overdue.

Thank you to those parents who have already paid.

Year 6’s

Our Year 6’s this year will again be helping at Friday Feast every fortnight this term, and our students will be joining on some of those days for lunch.

Vanessa, John Leo, Jack and Hudson are keen to learn and serve the community as part of their Year 6 Citizenship. This in stills in them a desire to help and serve others and the helpers at Milang Old School House Community Centre (MOSHCC) are very happy to have their help again.

MOSHCC

Both classes have joined community members for lunch at the MOSHCC.  This is a great way to spend some time with some of the older generation in our community, whom really love seeing the students and enjoy having conversations with them.

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Students have been enjoying using the new skipping ropes we bought last year and practising their skipping skills.

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The students worked together to brainstorm what they wanted the Milang Campus to feel like, look like and sound like in 2025.  Their thoughts and ideas are now displayed in the library with our 2025 campus motto “Do your best, Be your Best”.

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Reminders from Donna

Book Club

Orders due back Friday, 28^th March.

Note Folders

Please remember to send in your child’s note folders to the class every day.  If you cannot find your child’s from last year please let me know and I will send home a new one.

Personal Data

These forms were sent out with your beginning of the year notes and invoices in mid January.  I only need them returned if there are changes to be made. 

Attendance 

Please always contact the school if your child is late, call or come in and sign a yellow slip.  Also if your child is away or someone else is picking them up.  If we don’t hear from you your child’s absence is marked as unexplained.  A message from another student is not enough, we need to hear from a parent. If you are picking your child up early please come into the office and complete a green slip. 

Please continue to follow the guidelines for keeping us all safe.  If you need to come on site, please ensure you are sanitising when entering any buildings. Keep your visits brief and social distance at all times. 

STRATHALBYN R-6 CAMPUS

34 East Terrace, Strathalbyn SA 5255     Ph: 8536 2455

Heads of Campus Report

Thank You for Attending Our Carers Night!

We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all the parents and carers who joined us for our recent Carers Night. Your engagement and support are invaluable in fostering a strong home-school partnership. It was wonderful to connect, share insights, and discuss ways to support our students' learning journey. The scavenger hunt was once again a highlight and students loved finding the clues around our site.

NAPLAN

From Wednesday this week, our Year 3 and Year 5 students will be participating in Writing, Language Conventions, Reading and Mathematics assessments.  We encourage families to support their children by ensuring they get plenty of rest, eat well, and approach the assessments with a positive mindset. NAPLAN is just one measure of progress, and we are proud of the efforts our students put into their learning every day. If you have any questions about the process, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Parent Literacy and Numeracy Workshop

Ms Pitt and Mrs Frost ran a wonderful Literacy and Numeracy Workshop last week to a small but keen parent group.  Your participation and enthusiasm were greatly appreciated! We hope you found the session valuable and gained useful strategies to support your child’s learning at home. Your involvement makes a real difference, and we look forward to offering more opportunities to work together in the future.

Thank you for your ongoing support and involvement in our school community. Together, we can make a real impact on our children’s education!

Regards,
Jo Garwood, Sophie Frost and Mel Pitt
Heads of Campus

Sizzling Starts in Room 2 Story Writing

During our English writing lessons this term, students in Room 2 have been developing entertaining ways to introduce their stories which really show what is in their imagination and engages the reader. Students have been learning to use their five senses to describe what they might see, feel, smell, hear and touch. Their picture prompt from Once Upon a Picture offers a perfect opportunity to begin a narrative using words other than ‘Once upon a time…’ or’ One day …’ as their beginning sentence. This first paragraph is where students set the scene and show the reader where the action is happening and the time in history in ways that entice the reader to continue to read and find out what happens next.

Here are some excellent examples of ‘Sizzling starts’ from our Year 5/6 class:

The day was April Fools but this was not a joke!!! This was a mystery that has to be solved quickly. There was a thief. The thief stole almost everything in its way. - Indy

In the 1800’s, an old looking houseboat entered a rough looking sea. Under the boat there was a giant mutated axolotl looking thing. They saw the water rising from a far distance. - Tyler

My Pet Sea Dragon I sat in my little bedroom at the top of my grandpa’s boat – I was just resting on my bed. - Indie

BEEP! BEEP! As Fred walks down the spruce polished stairs, he felt like something was different. It was more quiet than usual, like a void where all you can see is your own thoughts.  Fred looked through the window and saw a cracked mangrove door near an oak tree. - Dexter

As the wind whistles and the fish jump out of the water, the rusty old boat slowly glides across the water. - Mackenzye

It has been wonderful to see students applying what they learn and building their use of descriptive language as they brainstorm ideas together to form more complex sentences and then paragraphs. We have just focused on the first three paragraphs in narrative writing so far – a sizzling start, the back fill and descriptions of what they see and imagine is happening. In the coming weeks students will introduce their main characters and connect them to an event or two that relates closely to who they have described. They will learn how to build suspense in the action, include dialogue and come to a range of exciting endings. Students read each other’s work after correcting their own spelling, use of a range of punctuation marks and grammar to support each other to improve as authors.

Regards,
Ben Smith and Merrilee Wallis

Learning Toolboxes with Room 9

We have been using Learning Toolboxes to help us find the "tools" (strategies) for solving problems when we are doing learning. Sometimes we find learning tricky and these tools help us to have a go, instead of going straight to the teacher for help.   ​

We have also had some discussions about things that can be tricky to problem solve. We had a go making our own toolboxes to help us choose solutions in these times. ​

Here are some of our examples!​

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Do you have a toolbox for tricky times? What’s in yours?​

Regards,
Nikita Jaensch and Megan Fry

Nature Play Update

This is a new subject at Strathalbyn R-6 campus for Junior Primary students. It has a HASS, Science and PE focus with the aim of getting students to connect deeply to their natural environment and have lots of fun in the process. The students and I are super excited and are having a blast down in Tungaree Gardens. Each lesson begins with a Welcome Circle, Acknowledgment of Country and a Sit Spot before moving into the activities which have ranged from:

• Smoking Ceremony with Uncle Cedric
• Art workshop with Shaan Broadbent
• Dreamtime stories/paintings
• Nature Scavenger hunt
• Cubby building
• Fairy house building
• Classifying animals
• Mud kitchens
• Boat making
• Sinking and floating
• Games
• Painting/creating

On hot days we even get to cool off under the misting station.

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Regards,
Donna Prusa

PACA with Room 20

In Room 20, we have a Play and Creative Activity session each day. This is also known by the children as PACA.

In this time the children can explore their ideas through learning in a play-based environment. They often can lead the learning by how they interact with their peers, alter and adapt the learning to suit their individual or group needs. As an educator, I provide the children with ‘provocations in play’. This means strategically listening to their ideas and providing this equipment to enhance their play experiences. On other occasions I set up play stations that have a specific purpose such as developing fine or gross motor skills, social and emotional or cognitive skill development.

The children absolutely love their PACA time and look forward to it each day! There are often some favourite activities that are requested frequently.

Regards,
Ally Mead

Harmony Day

Settling into School with Room 31

In Room 31 we have now finished our first 6 weeks of school! There is so much to learn when we first start school, so we have been slowly working towards becoming confident and independent workers. We have started our InitiaLit Literacy program which will eventually teach us how to read and write. This week we learned our first letter ‘m’ and got introduced to the first character Maggie Mouse. We have been doing lots of craft activities to help us with our fine motor skills, cutting, colouring, and persistence. Here are some of our favourite parts about starting school so far:

Getting lunch orders. - Audrey
Making the mouse. - Banjo
Going on the swing. - Holly
I definitely love school and I definitely love the best school in the whole world. - Ledger
I like the tunnels. - Max
The dump trucks. - Dann
Playing at Tungaree. - Arlo

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Regards,
Danni Campagnaro

Art Update

Still Life Drawing in the Art Room!

Upper primary students have been studying the art elements of shape, tone, line and texture, building their skills in preparation for larger scale paintings at the end of term—stay tuned to see our amazing work develop!

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Regards,
Meg Russo

STRATHALBYN 7-12 CAMPUS

11 Callington Road, Strathalbyn SA 5255    Ph: 8536 2455

Head of Campus Report

As we progress through Term 1, I am delighted to share some highlights and upcoming events at the 7-12 Campus.

Sports Day

Our recent Sports Day was a huge success, filled with enthusiasm and team spirit. There were some significant athletic achievements, a range of novelty events and, of course, the energetic house parade. The day was a wonderful showcase of house pride with some fantastic outfits, and camaraderie amongst students and staff. Congratulations (again) to Sturt House who emerged the winners!

Rite Journey - The Departure

We were honoured to have many families attend the Rite Journey Departure ceremony. Our Year 9 students demonstrated a profound understanding of the impact of expressing gratitude. It was a moving event that highlighted the importance of reflection and appreciation in their personal growth journey.

Student Free Day

Last week, we had a student-free day facilitated by Dr Tom Brunzell from Berry Street. The focus was on building stamina and engagement in learners, which is particularly challenging for adolescents. The professional development was invaluable for our staff, equipping them with strategies to support our students' learning and wellbeing.

NAPLAN

This week marks the beginning of NAPLAN testing for our Year 7 and Year 9 students. We wish them all the best and encourage them to approach the tests with confidence and calm. Your support in preparing them for this important assessment is greatly appreciated.

Energy Drinks

I would like to take this opportunity to draw your attention to some information we shared this week to address an important health concern regarding energy drinks. These beverages can pose significant risks to adolescents, including increased heart rate, high blood pressure, and anxiety. Due to these potential dangers, energy drinks are not permitted at school. We encourage students to choose healthier alternatives that support their well-being and concentration. Your cooperation in reinforcing this message at home is greatly appreciated, as it helps us maintain a safe and healthy environment for all students.

Finally, I would like to extend my gratitude to all families for their continued efforts in ensuring students maintain high standards of uniform compliance. This not only enhances a sense of pride in our learners but also fosters a positive school environment.

Thank you for your continued support and involvement in our school community. We look forward to sharing more successes and updates with you in the coming weeks.

Regards
Vanessa Coker
Director of Secondary Education

A Message from the Great Southern Swimming Club – Training Sessions in Strathalbyn

The Great Southern Swimming Club is running 1-2 training sessions per week in Strathalbyn until April, weather permitting.

🕔 Thursdays at 5:15 pm (when the temperature is over 26°C)
🌅 Sundays at 7:15 am

We welcome new swimmers to join us for a three-week free "Come & Try" trial!

For more information, please contact Louise Hampel (President) at 0407 111 642 or via email: greatsouthernsc@hotmail.com 

We’d love to see you at the pool!

Year 12 Retreat: A Final Adventure at Mylor Camp

The Year 12 Retreat at Mylor Camp was a memorable experience filled with teamwork, challenges, and laughter, as students came together for their final school camp. This retreat provided an opportunity for students to strengthen connections with their peers and teachers while embracing adventure and friendly competition.

From thrilling raft building to army crawling through muddy terrain, the camp was packed with exhilarating activities. Students took on the slip-and-slide into the pond with enthusiasm, showing resilience and determination as they tackled the low ropes course and archery tag battles. The teamwork and friendship were on full display as students worked together to climb over timber walls, encouraging and supporting each other to complete the course ahead of them.

One of the most unforgettable moments of the retreat was the intense water fight battle between teachers and students. Armed with water items, hoses and wheelie bin, both sides planned their attacks, but in the end, the students outsmarted the teachers, gaining control of all the water items. Laughter and cheers filled the air as the victorious students celebrated their well-earned success over their teachers.

Beyond the physical challenges, the retreat fostered deeper connections and lifelong memories. Laughter echoed through the camp as students shared in the joy of the experience, strengthening friendships and celebrating the journey they have undertaken together.

The Year 12 Retreat was more than just a camp, it was a chance for students to reflect on their final year of school, cherish the bonds they have built, and create unforgettable moments. As they head into the last stretch of their school journey, the teamwork and determination displayed at Mylor Camp will surely serve as a lasting reminder of their strength and unity as cohort.

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Regards
Jen Turpin
Senior Leader

Year 12 Food and Hospitality

The Year 12 Food and Hospitality students have successfully completed their first individual summative practical, where they showcased their ability to cater to a specific dietary requirement or preference through a pasta entrée or main dish. Their effort and culinary skills were truly impressive, and we look forward to seeing their continued growth and development in the kitchen throughout the program.

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Regards
Tess Maple and Laura Brooksby
Year 12 Food and Hospitality Teachers

Winemaking - Agriculture

Our Year 10 and 11 Ag students have had an incredible hands-on experience learning the art of winemaking from our very own Mr Langhans! Despite the Corellas wiping out our crop yet again, our amazing community came to the rescue. A huge thank you to Bleasdale Wines and CMV Farms for their generous grape donations, making this fantastic learning opportunity possible.  And of course, a special shout out to Marty, and our passionate winemaker, Mr Langhans, for sharing his expertise!

Regards,
Lisa Halling
Agriculture/Science Teacher

Caly Takes Charge of Change

Eastern Fleurieu School is celebrating an incredible achievement of Year 9 student, Caly, who has been selected for the Take Charge of Change program! Run by Children and Young People with Disability Australia (CYDA), this program empowers young people to become leaders and advocates in their communities.

Caly’s selection is a testament to her passion, dedication, and leadership potential. Through the program, Caly will have the opportunity to develop advocacy skills, connect with other young change makers, and contribute to discussions about inclusion and accessibility. This is an amazing chance for Caly to make a real difference—not just at school, but on a much larger scale!

When asked about the opportunity, Caly shared:

“I’m feeling a bit nervous, but excited and proud of myself. The first zoom meeting is on the 18^th of February”

Congratulations, Caly.

Regards,
Gaby Taylor 
Student Wellbeing and Inclusion Leader

Integrated Health Pathways

Deadly Yarn during our Integrated Health classes during Week 6

During Week 6, the Integrated Health students took part in two Yarning Circles with the schools’ First Nations team and also members of the First Nations team from the Barossa Hills Fleurieu Health Network. Gordy, Montina and Courtney were particularly impressed and stated they ‘absolutely loved getting to know your students and would love to participate wherever needed! They couldn’t believe the insightful questions and ability to be agile with their questions!’

I would like to thank everyone who participated in this rich learning opportunity for our students.

Regards,
Emily Rodgers
Teacher

Year 7 Food for the Future

Our Year 7 Food for the Future students have been busy developing essential knife skills, food safety, and hygiene practices in the kitchen. They’ve put their skills to the test by preparing a variety of delicious dishes, including cold rolls, banana, cinnamon and honey muffins, and bruschetta.

In addition to cooking, students have been expanding their food vocabulary by creating sensory analyses, learning to describe flavours, textures, and aromas like true food critics! It’s been fantastic to see their confidence grow as they explore new techniques and tastes.

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Regards,
Kelly Bahr
Teacher