Eastern Fleurieu School R-12 Newsletter Week 3 Term 1 2025

R-12

Principal’s Report

Welcome back to the 2025 school year. I hope you all had a fantastic Christmas and New Year break and are glad to see your children back at school. A big welcome to our new families and we hope your journey with us is fruitful for your family.

There has been much media hype about bullying in schools recently. Bullying among children and young people is a significant issue in our society and not just an issue in schools. It can have lasting effects on mental health, self-esteem, and academic performance. It often stems from factors such as peer pressure, a desire for control, or underlying personal issues.

Bullying can a desire for power and control, where individuals seek to dominate others to feel more powerful. Peer pressure also plays a significant role, as the influence of friends and classmates can lead someone to bully others to gain social acceptance or fit in with a group. A lack of empathy is another contributing factor, where individuals may not fully understand or care about the impact of their actions on others.

Additionally, the family environment can influence behaviour; children exposed to aggression or conflict at home may mimic these actions in their interactions with peers. Personal insecurities can drive bullying as well, with individuals targeting others to cope with their own feelings of inadequacy or low self-esteem. Cultural and social norms that tolerate or trivialise bullying can further perpetuate this behaviour.

Bullying can also be influenced by poor role models in various aspects of a child's life, including family, community, media, and sports. When children observe aggressive or disrespectful behaviour from adults or peers they look up to, they may perceive such actions as acceptable or even desirable. In the family setting, if parents or siblings engage in bullying or conflict, children might imitate these behaviours.

Similarly, community leaders or public figures who display intolerance or aggression can inadvertently endorse such conduct. The media often portrays bullying or aggressive behaviour in entertainment and news, sometimes glamorising it, which can skew a young person's understanding of acceptable social interactions. In sports, coaches or athletes who use intimidation or aggression as a tactic can set a negative example for young fans and players.

Addressing these causes requires a comprehensive approach that includes education, support, and intervention to foster empathy and understanding among young people. Promoting positive behaviour and accountability across all these areas ensures that children are exposed to examples of respect, empathy, and kindness, helping to create a safer and more supportive environment for everyone.

To mitigate the effects of bullying, EFS:

• Educates students, staff, and parents about bullying and its impact.
• Encourages inclusivity and respect through school policies and programs.
• Has established and enforced anti-bullying policies with clear consequences.
• Provides counselling and support services for those affected by bullying including perpetrators.
• Has many safe and anonymous ways for students to report bullying incidents.
• Restricts the use of mobile phones and social media

However, it is only by working together using a no blame approach, that schools and communities can create a supportive environment that reduces bullying and its harmful effects.

Take care and warm regards,

Ian Kent
Principal
Eastern Fleurieu R-12 School

Term Dates 2025

Eastern Fleurieu School R-12 Important dates

Introducing Dogs Connect: Nala, Barkley and Errol

At Eastern Fleurieu School, we are always looking for innovative ways to support the wellbeing of our students and staff. That’s why we are thrilled to announce the introduction of our partnership with Dogs Connect, supporting us to ensure that Nala, Barkley, and Errol become important and valued members of our Wellbeing teams.

This wellbeing initiative is designed to foster a calm, connected, and supportive environment. Research has shown that the presence of a wellbeing dog can help reduce anxiety, improve emotional regulation, and create a sense of comfort and connection for students of all ages.

Meet Our Wellbeing Dogs

Nala will be based at our Strathalbyn 7-12 campus and is currently becoming familiar with the sounds, smells, and spaces of her new environment through short, occasional visits.
Barkley will be supporting students at our Strathalbyn R-6 campus and is also spending time getting used to the school setting in a gentle and gradual way.
Errol is a one-year-old Smithfield Sheepdog who has been training for a while now. He is currently spending small amounts of time with a select group of students at Strathalbyn R-6 campus as he settles into his role.

A Thoughtful and Gradual Introduction

We want to reassure our school community that the introduction of our wellbeing dogs will be thoughtful, carefully managed, and inclusive. The Dogs Connect team is guiding us to ensure that each dog becomes a trusted and valued part of our school in a way that benefits everyone.

Our dedicated team of staff is overseeing the program to ensure a safe and positive experience for all. We are committed to ongoing communication and will provide regular updates on how the program is progressing.

We understand that the introduction of wellbeing dogs may be a sensitive issue for some families, whether due to allergies, past experiences, or personal preferences. Please know that we are committed to ensuring that this program is inclusive and respectful of everyone's needs. If you have any concerns or would like to discuss how we can support your child in feeling comfortable at school, we encourage you to reach out and have a conversation with us. Your thoughts and questions are always welcome.

Want to Know More?

If you have any questions or would like to learn more please get in touch, we would love to hear from you. We are so excited to see the positive impact that Nala, Barkley, and Errol will have on our school community, and we look forward to sharing more updates soon.

Thank you for your support as we continue to make Eastern Fleurieu School a place where every student feels safe, valued, and supported.

Community News

ASHBOURNE CAMPUS

14 Ashbourne Road, Ashbourne SA 5157 Ph: 8536 2455

Head of Campus Report

As the new school year begins, we are excited to welcome everyone back to Ashbourne Campus. We hope you had a restful and enjoyable break, and are ready to embark on another year of learning, growth, and achievement.

We welcome 14 new students, in Hakea, Evan, Logan, Kianna, Nicola, Daisy, and Kieran. In Acacia, George, Olivia, Cade, Marshall, Ellira, Violet, Johnny and Noah. We are very excited to see our campus grow in numbers, we have 33 students this year.

Please welcome back Mathilda Longbottom, Mathilda has returned from maternity leave and will be teaching in Acacia class on Monday and Bush school on Tuesday. Robyn Ranford will teach in Acacia Wednesday-Friday. Kiera Redsell will teaching in Hakea Monday, Wednesday- Friday, and I will teach Bush school on Tuesday.

This year promises to be filled with exciting opportunities and challenges. We are dedicated to supporting each student in reaching their full potential. Let’s work together to make this school year a success!

Thank you for your continued support and dedication to Ashbourne campus. We look forward to a fantastic year ahead.

Regards,
Rebekah Fahey
Head of Campus

Bush School

We are thrilled to continue our journey of exploring the great outdoors and integrating nature into our learning experiences. Our Bush School program is designed to foster a deep connection with the natural environment. Students will engage in hands-on activities that promote curiosity, creativity, and resilience. From exploring local flora and fauna to learning survival skills, each day is an adventure. The bush setting provides a unique opportunity for experiential learning. Students will develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills as they navigate challenges in a natural context. This term will focus on snakes, spiders, and other venomous and poisonous animals. We invite families to join us in our bush school adventures. Your participation enriches the experience and strengthens our community bonds. Keep an eye out for upcoming family day.

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Student Wellbeing

We are committed to nurturing not only the academic growth of our students but also their emotional and mental wellbeing. This term, we are placing a special focus on emotional regulation and wellbeing, recognising their vital role in a student's overall development. Emotional regulation is the ability to manage and respond to emotional experiences in a healthy way. It is a crucial skill that helps students navigate challenges, build resilience, and maintain positive relationships. Our goal is to equip students with strategies to understand and manage their emotions effectively. We will continue to embed Berry Street and Zones of Regulation in to our learning. Students will engage in a weekly lesson on Wellbeing and Emotional Literacy with Rebekah.

Bush Playgroup

Please join us for the launch of our new Bush Playgroup on Tuesday, 18^th February, from 9:00am – 10:00am. Our amazing, caring Pastoral care officer, Kerry Crowden will be running the sessions. It is designed for young children and their caregivers, our playgroup offers a welcoming and nurturing environment where little ones can explore, learn, and make new friends. With a variety of engaging activities, from arts and crafts to interactive storytelling, our program supports early development and social skills. It's a wonderful opportunity for parents and caregivers to connect and share experiences. We look forward to seeing you there and embarking on this exciting journey together!

Swimming

The school swimming program was an exciting opportunity for students to develop essential water safety skills and boost their confidence in the water. Through structured lessons led by qualified instructors, students learn various swimming techniques, from basic strokes to advanced skills, in a safe and supportive environment. The program encouraged teamwork and perseverance, whist ensuring a fun and rewarding experience for everyone involved

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Holly, the Lamb

Meet Holly, Mrs Jenkins pet lamb. Holly has quickly become cherished by the students, she has brought joy and excitement to students and staff alike. Her presence this week offered an unique opportunity for students to learn about animal care, responsibility, and the importance of agriculture in our lives. Interacting with Holly not only enhances our students' understanding of nature but also fosters empathy and compassion. The children have been enjoying a gentle pat and love when Holly chases them around the school yard. Holly was a delightful addition to our school community this week.

LANGHORNE CREEK CAMPUS

Bridge Road, Langhorne Creek SA 5255    Ph: 8536 2455

Head of Campus Report

A HUGE welcome back to our families old and new to our 2025 school year. We have had an amazing start to the year. Welcome to our new Receptions – Chance, Braxton and Atticus along with new students William and Piper.

Welcome to visiting Specialist Teachers; Tom Bilney for Technology, Caitlin Koutsikas for Performing Arts and Darcy Springhall for PE. I will continue teaching Visual Arts and picking up HASS for 2025.

It is always pleasure to work alongside our Langhorne Creek staff:

• R-2 Hannah Crowden on Mondays and Anna Marschall for Tuesday to Fridays
• 3-6 Mandy Hopkins Monday, Wednesday to Friday and Hannah Crowden Tuesdays.
• Our SSO team Vicki, Jane and Sarah. Vicki will be in Administration Mondays to Thursdays. I (Les) will keep school mobile on Fridays to take your calls. Naz returns with us on Thursdays, offering toast and spread for Breakfast Club for students from 8:25am.
• Libby will continue to run Playgroup, please keep an eye on SeeSaw and Facebook for updates.

Class teachers will continue to communicate with families through SeeSaw App. If you need support to load onto your phone please call in so we can support you. Teachers will share weekly learnings along with school notices. SchoolZine is another important app to have on your phone for important Eastern Fleurieu School (EFS) communication and notes to families. Please see staff to support you if needed. Please contact teachers through school phones to make a time to catch up.

All teaching staff have been implementing our Quality Start programs including – EFS Consistent Routines, Welcome Circles and Berry Street Education Model as we reconnect with students after the holiday period. Our focus has been on Relationships continuing and establishing positive experiences with all students. Making connections with how our bodies feel when we are Ready to Learn and not Ready to Learn to ensure we can cater for individualised needs of our students.

It has been a busy start to term with swimming lessons commencing in our first week back. It has been great to see students’ confidence grow with water safety and swimming skills. Thank you to parents who have been able to come along and watch their children

Regards,
Les Cameron
Head of Campus

School Captains

Over the first two weeks our Year 5 and 6 students prepared speeches to apply for School Captain and Vice Captains for 2025. Due to our student cohort, we opened this up for our Year 5's to have the opportunity to become Vice School Captains. 

Congratulations to School Captains for 2025 Rupert and Liam

Vice School Captains for 2025 Damien and Archie.

We look forward to these students representing our 2025 students at Langhorne Creek. 

Swimming

We started our swimming lessons at the Strathalbyn Pool. We were really lucky to have such beautiful weather. We learnt all sorts of things like safety, new strokes, floating and survival. It was lots of fun. – Seth

I have been having lots of fun in our group. - Indie

It has been really good having swimming on hot days. - Rupert

Swimming has been so much fun. - Damien

Swimming has been lots of fun and enjoyable, especially learning survival strokes. - Liam

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Run Club

On Friday, 7^th February Darcy started the day with a Fun Run Club event at Langhorne Creek Campus. It was great to see students joining in. Well done to our parents who joined in for a walk around the course with their children.

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Quality Start with the Koalas

We have had a great start to our year in the koala classroom with lots of quality start learning about kindness, our emotions and our routines. 

Quality Start with the Possums

As part of our 'Quality Start' we talked about good character strengths. As a class we decided if we all followed 'I am Kind' we would be set for everything! We made these posters and turned them in to our class mats. They look really bright and welcoming when you come into our class. - Brody

Playgroup

Please join us at Playgroup at Langhorne Creek Campus on Friday mornings, 9:00am – 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

It’s wonderful to be back at the Eastern Fleurieu School and leading the Milang Campus during 2025. The staff and students have been very welcoming, and it is lovely to see many familiar faces. We have had a busy start to the year having already completed swimming lessons. It was great seeing the student’s confidence grow each day and their positive attitude towards trying new things in the pool.

Our Summer Splash Welcome Afternoon where families can visit our classrooms and talk with educators about student learning is planned for Week 3. The students always enjoy sharing their classroom with their families.

As part of our quality start program classes have been creating their class agreements for 2025. These agreements will determine the acceptable behaviours within the classroom and ultimately create the classroom community. Additionally, all Milang students and educators have been brainstorming their ideas to determine the community we want to create within our campus as a whole. During our last workshop the students started the process of brainstorming what they would like their 2025 Milang motto to be. We will be continuing to focus on our identity as individuals and a campus throughout Term 1.

Regards,
Merran Jolley
Head of Campus

Playgroup

Junior Primary Learning

The students have settled into their learning and have welcomed their new class mate, Victor.

Here they are enjoying some shared play.

Upper Primary Learning

The students enjoyed making their own playdough, following a procedure and making something they can use later to build things in the class.

Happenings at Milang

Before we look forward to 2025 we want to share some photos from the end of 2024, two big events at Milang. They Year 6 Graduation and the Milk Bottle Regatta.

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The choir students enjoyed singing some Christmas Carols led by Mrs M to the MOSHCC Volunteers at their Christmas Luncheon.

Welcome New Reception

Welcome to Victor, our new reception.  Victor is brother to Jack Year 6 and Harley who has gone to the 7-12 campus. Victor’s favourite thing about school is “everything!”

Swimming

Students have enjoyed their swimming lessons this week and we were lucky enough to have some good weather, apart from one day.

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.

Thank you to those parents who have already paid.

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2025 Year 6’s

Our Year 6’s will again be volunteering their help on a Friday at the Friday Feast held at the Milang Old School House Community Centre (MOSHCC).  Helping prepare, serve and clean up the meal is a part of their community service.  The older people of the community really love seeing the students and appreciate their help very much.  This year as we only have 4 Year 6’s, we will only be helping fortnightly.

We are lucky enough to be invited to share in the meal again, and the Upper Primary will be going for their meal on Friday, 14^th February.  The Junior Primary students will be in the next fortnight on Friday, 28^th February.

Reminders from Donna

Book Club

Orders due back Monday, 17^th February.

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

Welcome Back

As we embark on another exciting year, we are thrilled to welcome everyone back, especially our 57 new Receptions just starting their school journey. Students have settled in beautifully, embracing our focus on consistent routines and building relationships through our Quality Start program.

We are pleased to welcome several new staff members to our team. Their diverse skills and experiences will be invaluable as we continue to provide high-quality education and support to our students. Please join us in welcoming them to our Eastern Fleurieu School (EFS) family. We will introduce them over the following newsletters, starting with Helen Nicholas.

At EFS, we are always striving to improve and embrace opportunities. Our Junior Primary students have loved our new Outdoor Education program run by Donna Prusa. Each week, they head down to Tungaree to participate in learning experiences that connect with nature, foster a love for the environment, and promote hands-on learning. Through outdoor activities, students will develop essential skills such as teamwork, problem-solving, and creativity. The misting station was a huge hit over the last weeks.

We are delighted to welcome Barkley, our new wellbeing dog, to the school community. Barkley will be a comforting presence for students, providing emotional support and helping to create a positive and nurturing school environment. For more information please see the article in the R-12 section.

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This year, our Year 4–6 students will focus on Community Citizenship in Enterprise lessons. We aim to strengthen our ties with local organisations and encourage students to participate in community projects, whether in their class, school, or wider community. This initiative will provide students with valuable real-world experiences and foster a sense of responsibility and connection.

Thank you for your continued support and dedication to our school community and we look forward to seeing you all at our Carers Night on Tuesday, 18^th February from 5:15pm.

School Crossing Safety

• Crossing Monitors will hold the “STOP” sign out towards traffic after Head Monitor whistles and signals to them with the word “UP”
• Bikes and scooters must be “WALKED” across the crossing
• School Crossings are the SAFEST place to cross East Terrace
• Always wait for your Head Monitor to call “WALK” prior to heading across the crossing
• Please wait behind the crossing monitors until they tell you it’s safe to cross with their signage position and verbal instructions

We thank you for your patience, concentration and kindness while using our school crossing as together we ensure our school community stays safe.

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

Welcome to Room 12

The children in Room 12 have been getting to know one another and discussing our new school values. We used these to formulate our class expectations. We also looked at the aspects of our character competency in relation to following our values and class norms. Over the coming weeks, the children will be preparing an ‘All about me talk’ and bring in things to show.

We have talked about stress in our bodies and the strategies we can use to regulate ourselves. Using our ‘ready to learn scales’ and ‘ready to learn plans’ we will be ready with whatever each day brings. We are talking about having a growth mindset and celebrating mistakes to develop your character and practicing how to be collaborative through games and STEM activities. Swimming lessons will be lots of fun and we are hoping we score good weather. We are looking forward to jumping into our learning this term.

Regards,
Andrea Thomas

Staff in the Spotlight

Helen Nicholas

My name is Helen Nicholas, and I’m delighted to join the Eastern Fleurieu R-6 School in 2025 year as your new Performing Arts teacher. I’ll be working three days a week—Monday, Thursday, and Friday—alongside Caitlin Koutsikas, who will continue her work in the Performing Arts on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

I bring many years of teaching experience across a variety of roles and schools, with a strong focus on the arts. I also have expertise in special education and I look forward to creating inclusive learning environments where all students can thrive as they explore their creativity in music, drama, and dance.

Settling in to School with Room 30

Room 30 are doing a great job of settling into school for 2025. We have been learning the Eastern Fleurieu School consistent routines, class expectations and how to work together as a team. We read the book 'The Rainbow Fish' and talked about being kind and a good friend. We have also been learning about A and B choices and getting along with others. We made Balloon Buddies and practised saying caring and friendly things to them. We read the book 'Have you filled a bucket today' and are trying really hard to be kind and say nice things to fill up people's buckets. 

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We are looking forward to a great year.

Regards,
Deb Woolford and Cara Eastwood

Welcome to Team 27

What an amazing start to Year 1 in Room 27.

Team 27 have spent the last two weeks getting to know each other through quality start activities.

Working on two of the new school values of Respect and Teamwork, we have been exploring what these two words mean to us. We’ve discussed how we can show respect through our words and actions, and how we can work as a class team to ensure everyone has the right to learn and learning how to be a great team member.

Have you read invisible string? The book discusses everyone is connected by the invisible string. When you aren’t with a loved one or friend, give your heart string a tug and the person you miss will feel it in their heart and give you a little tug back. It is always hard coming back to school after the holidays, so on the first day of school we created our own invisible string attached to hearts with our loved one’s names on them, to help remind us that it is okay to miss people, you just give the string a tug and their love will fill our hearts.

Regards,
Maddy Sheehan

Cricket Blast

Character Strengths in Room 6

Room 6 has had an exciting and productive start to the year! We've been focusing on what it means to be the best version of ourselves, exploring school values and essential character traits. One of our key activities has been discovering how our individual strengths align with the school's core values. To help with this, we completed a survey that highlighted our top 24 character strengths. As a class, we identified our top 10 strengths, which are:

• Love– Caring for others and showing kindness.
• Gratitude– Saying thank you and appreciating the good things in life.
• Teamwork– Working well with others and helping the group succeed.
• Creativity– Using your imagination to think of new ideas and solve problems.
• Curiosity– Asking questions and wanting to learn new things.
• Fairness– Being fair and treating everyone equally.
• Honesty– Telling the truth and being truthful even when it’s hard.
• Kindness– Being friendly, helpful, and considerate to others.
• Love of Learning– Enjoying discovering new things and wanting to know more.
• Leadership– Taking charge and guiding others to do their best.

In addition to this, students have been working hard on creating self-identity portraits, and we must say, some of them look fantastic! It’s been wonderful to see each student's personality and strengths shine through in their artwork.

Regards,
Donna Clark

Team 26 Smoking Ceremony

Today Team 26 had a special visit from Uncle Cedric a local Ngarrindjeri Artist and Elder. He performed a Smoking Ceremony in Tungaree, welcoming all the ancestors to look out for us and to cleanse our miwi. He then explained the importance of Welcome to Country and Acknowledgment of Country. We learnt that it is about respecting Country and Acknowledging Elders past, present and in the future.

We then went back to class where Uncle Cedric told us Dreamtime stories and taught us about the different symbols to create an art piece that tells a story.

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Save the Date!

Tech Update

With the first couple of weeks of school being about building routines and expectations, we also like to add in a tech lesson feel by getting students to understand that this subject is all about using technology to solve problems, with the emphasis on problems. 

So that's what they've done, practised thinking creatively, built resilience and perseverance when things aren't working, worked collaboratively, and developed their critical thinking. The results have been fantastic and hopefully a little bit of fun was had along the way. 

Photos are from students who were given the challenge of fitting their whole body (multiple bodies if possible) through a hole in a piece of A4 paper, as well as a collaborative task where students designed and constructed prototypes using Makedo resources.

Regards,
Tom Bilney

STRATHALBYN 7-12 CAMPUS

11 Callington Road, Strathalbyn SA 5255    Ph: 8536 2455

Head of Campus Report

Dear Families,

Term 1 is off to a flying start, and I am delighted to share some updates with you.

I would like to extend my gratitude to all families for your support in preparing students for learning and encouraging punctual attendance each day. A special thank you to those who attended our acquaintance night. It was a successful event, featuring a range of informative sessions. We welcome any feedback or suggestions you may have for future events.

Our Year 12 retreat is currently underway, and other sport and outdoor education camps are planned for Term 1. These activities are invaluable for our students' development, and we are committed to ensuring they proceed safely. Unfortunately, the recent hot temperatures have caused some disruptions, but rest assured, we will reschedule these opportunities when conditions are more favourable.

We are fortunate to have recruited several new staff members to the 7-12 Campus this year. Please join me in welcoming Hamish Masterman (Year 8 team and Science), Danielle Roselt (Year 7 team), Jess Darling (Year 8 team), Travis Griggs (Year 7 team), David Fawcett (Year 7 team/Digital Technologies), Brooke Pearce (Room 20 teacher), and Benjamin Green (Music). Their expertise and enthusiasm are wonderful additions to our school community.

It is an exciting time for educators across South Australia with the launch of the new SA Curriculum and the ongoing implementation of the DfE Strategy for Public Education. Much of our professional learning focus for 2025 will centre on leveraging this powerful tool to enhance learner dispositions and competency development, through our existing Deep Learning methodologies and other curriculum enrichments. Our Year 7 and 8 structures have been altered to provide a more supportive transition into high school, and students are already reaping the rewards of this improved model.

On the facilities front, students at the 7-12 Campus will soon enjoy an additional half basketball court and the return of the handball courts on the new bitumen next to the COLA. The campus is in good shape, thanks to maintenance completed over the long holidays. We encourage students to help us maintain these facilities by using the bins and reporting any damage promptly. This will ensure our learning spaces remain clean and ready for use.

Uniform compliance has also been positive, reflecting well on our school community and enhancing our sense of pride and teamwork. We appreciate your ongoing support in this area and will continue to provide clean, loan items when the correct uniform isn't worn. For more information, please refer to the uniform brochure on our school's website.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership. We look forward to a productive and rewarding term ahead.

Warm Regards
Vanessa Coker
Director of Secondary Education

🏆 7-12 Sports Day 2025 – Get Ready to Compete! 🏆

Mark your calendars! On Thursday, 6th March (Week 6), our 7-12 Sports Day is back and bigger than ever! Get ready for a day of fun, teamwork, and friendly competition as our school houses go head-to-head in an action-packed event. Will it be Angas, Sturt, Flinders, or Stirling who are crowned House Champions for 2025?

Show your house pride, cheer on your teammates, and give it your all in a variety of exciting sports and activities. Whether you're aiming for victory or just there for the fun, it’s all about getting active, supporting each other, and celebrating our amazing house culture.

Don’t miss out – who will take home the glory in 2025?

See you there!

Regards,
Mark Nielsen 
Health and Physical Education Teacher 

Year 7s Off to a Fantastic Start in PE, Lifestyles, and Food!

Our Year 7 students have kicked off their PE, Lifestyles, and Food classes with enthusiasm and great effort!

In Lifestyles, students have been busy in the garden, learning how to weed and tidy up the space—check out some of our "before" photos of our kitchen garden!

In Food, we’ve focused on food safety and hygiene before putting our skills to the test with our first practical—cold rolls! This activity helped students develop essential knife skills.

In PE, students have been working on communication and teamwork through a fun minor games unit throughout week 2. Coming up in Week 3, we’ll start athletics training in preparation for Sports Day!

Keep up the great work, Year 7s!

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Regards,
Kelly Bahr and Kayla Gale

Library News

Jigsaws – (Term 4 2024)

Our donated jigsaws are still popular. Donations are kindly accepted. Many jigsaws were completed after the last newsletter in 2024. The current jigsaw, The Grand Canal in Venice, is nearly finished.

New Books

We value students having an input on what books we buy. When the bookseller visits, students can look through them and can request which ones they would like to read. Once catalogued they will be the first to read them. Students can also request books, as long as they appropriate for their age and a school setting.

Accessing Public Libraries.

Want activities for your children to do? Love reading? Love audiobooks? Want to access more of these resources? Then join your local public library. You can even request resources from around South Australia, and you will be notified when they arrive. If you live in the Alexandrina Council area your child can obtain an Alexandrina Library card through the school (but we will need to see parent’s/carer’s driver’s licenses).

Premier’s Reading Challenge 2024

Here are students receiving their awards in late 2024 for their participation in the Premier’s Reading Challenge.

The Premier’s Reading Challenge is on again this year. Forms are available from the PRC website https://premiersreadingchallenge.sa.edu.au or from the library. The PRC closes on the 5^th September and students can return forms to the Library desk any time before then.

Regards,
Adrienne Carter