The Last Post

The 2014 school year is over. It has been a busy year full of learning and growing. Everyone has worked very hard and should be proud of their achievements. The Year 3s are ready for next year's opportunities and challenges in the Middle School.

During the holidays three Room 5 people will have birthdays. As we  won't be at school on their birthdays we sang 'Happy Birthday' to each of them. We wish Callum (23.12), Addison (09.01) and Isabella (14.01) a great birthday.

 




This year school has been open for 383 half days. Congratulations to Addison who has had 100% attendance.

Finally I wish to thank you for your support this year and to wish you a happy and holy Christmas and a restful holiday.

Term 4 Week 10

The production was amazing. Everyone played their part extremely well and delivered their lines clearly. I am very proud of the way Room 5 stepped up. Look out Hollywood!
Here's some snippets from our writing about the production:

On Monday we did the production. I was so good the people were clapping. We had swords and chest plates. It was so much fun. Callum

I was excited because I had a speaking part and wore a head mike. Joshua

In the production I was a guard. My line was: ‘Grab him, men. The master will reward us for catching this thief.’ I liked being a guard because I got to march and to wear a silver tunic. Zach

Then it was our turn. I was Joseph. I didn’t have that many lines. I had an amazing night. Ollie

I was a villager who was scrubbing the floor. First I was excited but then I saw all the people and I got a bit nervous. Ryan

This morning we caught up on weekend sport. Elspeth competed in a swim meet at Jellie Park. She received two ribbons, including one for getting a Personal Best. Ka pai, Elspeth.

2014 has been a busy year with lots of learning happening. Everyone has worked hard and made wonderful progress. Ka pai everyone.



Our Mathletics Stars are Isabella, Joe, George and Peter.
Well done to everyone who achieved Mathletics certificates this year. You can use Mathletics over the holidays - Live Mathletics is a great way to improve your Basic Facts knowledge.


Congratulations to Maria, Lachlan, James, Sophie, Connie and Asher. You have all worked very hard to improve your reading.

Term 4 Week 9

At today's school assembly Asher received a certificate.

Ka pai, Asher, we are proud of you.

There's only 2.5 days left of the school year. On Monday we will be having our dress rehearsal in the Aurora Centre. Our performance is on Monday evening. All children need to be in The Green Room by 5:45pm. Please see the notice that went home today for full details for Monday.

Enjoy the weekend.

Year 3 Graduation

This morning we had our Year 3 Graduation. It was a great ceremony where we remembered some of the things we have been through over the time the children have been in the Junior Syndicate. Two of these children actually had their first day at school in a tent!

We prayed and sang, watched a slide show and presented certificates, then had morning tea. 

The Year 3s have had a wonderful year and are ready for the challenges the Middle School
will give them.

Happy Birthday

Yesterday Lachlan turned 8. Today we sang 'Happy Birthday' and wished him all the best for the coming year.

Lachlan had a busy weekend as he also received two ribbons and a trophy for being a champion child dog handler. Congratulations, Lachlan.





A big Thank you to Steve, Addie's Dad, for giving us a real Christmas tree. It smells great and we enjoyed decorating it today. Come in and check it out!

Notes for this week:

Thursday - 9:15am Year 3 Graduation in the hall (all Year 3 parents are invited and are asked to bring a small plate of food for morning tea)

Thursday - 1:30pm Year 3 children will attend the Middle and Senior prize giving

Friday - 9am School Assembly in the hall

Term 4 Week 8

At today's school assembly four Room 5 people received certificates. Congratulations to:
James, Asher, Addison and Isabella.
We are proud of you all. 

A special congratulations to Isabella for receiving her second Gold Mathletics certificate - what a star.

Today Leah came into school to take our photos. Here we are lined up in the same position as we were for our class photo back in March. Look how much we have grown and matured!
Thanks, Leah, you are an amazing photographer.

Next week will be very busy with production practices, Year 3 Graduation (on Thursday 11 December), Prizegiving, and school assembly (which will be at 9am on Friday 12 December). We will also try to fit in some reading, writing, maths and Christmas related activities. The countdown to the end of the school year will start on Monday!
Enjoy a relaxing weekend.

Gold Again

A big congratulations to Isabella, who has gained a second Gold Mathletics certificate. This represents dedication and diligence as Isabella has worked to gain a certificate each week for 40 weeks. Isabella also received a Principal's Award for her effort.

Asher also gained a Gold Mathletics certificate. Ka pai, Asher.

Today we caught up on Touch Rugby from Tuesday. Sophie was named 'Player of the Day' for her team. Ka pai, Sophie.

Remember that tomorrow's assembly is at 10am in the school hall.