What a wonderful few weeks we have had at our school.  I am so proud of our students, staff and families for the energy and enthusiasm shown across a busy start to the term. I want to take a moment to reflect on some highlights, thank everyone who makes our school such a special place, and encourage us all to finish the term strong.

Our Inter-house Swimming Carnival was a splash of colour, laughter and healthy competition. Students cheered for their houses, supported teammates and showed true sportsmanship. It was fantastic to see beginners and confident swimmers giving their best. Thank you to our wonderful teachers and awesome parents who kept things running smoothly, and to everyone who came along to cheer — your encouragement made the day even better.

The P-5 Inreach continued to bring exciting learning in classrooms. Visiting specialists and community members have offered hands-on experiences that connect classroom learning to the wider world. These sessions spark curiosity and helped our students see new possibilities for learning and growth.

Year 6 Camp was a proud moment for our senior primary students. They showed independence, resilience and leadership throughout their activities. Camp challenges helped them step outside their comfort zones while building friendships and memories that will last. Thank you to the staff who cared for them so thoughtfully and to families for supporting their participation.  Our secondary school camp was equally impressive. Older students tackled team-building tasks, developed leadership skills and reflected on their goals for the year ahead. It’s inspiring to watch our young people develop confidence and responsibility in real-world situations.

The school extravaganza was a delightful celebration of school and community spirit. Community stalls brought our whole community together in a supportive and fun experience.  Events like this remind us how important it is to celebrate connecting through fun and participation.  Please know we are grateful to our parent volunteers, especially our P and C and community partners; your time, energy and generosity make these events possible. It is only through your ongoing support and trust that we continue to uphold our long-standing traditions.  Thank you.

As we move into the remainder of Term 4, I encourage everyone to stay the course and finish strong. There is still so much learning, growth and celebration ahead. Your support at home makes a huge difference. A special reminder about our Celebration Day in Week 9, this will be our time to recognise our students’ excellence and achievement. We will present awards, share successes and honour many students who have worked hard this year. It will be a proud and joyful moment — please join us if you can. 

Thank you again for your ongoing support, encouragement and partnership. Watching our students learn, grow and shine is a privilege. Let’s finish this term with energy, kindness and pride in all we have achieved together.

Pam Prichard
Principal