Wallington P.S. Newsletter Term 4 Week 2 2024
Principal's Report
Dear Families,
WORKING BEE TOMORROW – CANCELLED
Unfortunately, the scheduled Working Bee for tomorrow, Friday, October 18th, will need to be postponed. We have made this decision based on the unfavourable weather forecast predicting heavy rain and possible storms throughout the day and afternoon.
Thank you for your understanding. We appreciate your support and look forward to rescheduling the Working Bee soon.
PUBLIC HOLIDAY – NEXT WEDNESDAY 23rd OCTOBER
A reminder that next Wednesday 23rd October is the Geelong Cup Public Holiday and there will be no school. We hope students and families enjoy the mid-week break.
GARDEN CLUB OPEN MORNING
The Garden Club Open Day on Wednesday was a massive success! Students and families enjoyed a delightful morning tea while exploring the beautiful gardens, which our dedicated Garden Club volunteers maintain so wonderfully.
A heartfelt thank you to the Garden Club for organising such a fantastic event and for all the hard work that goes into keeping our gardens vibrant and inviting. We appreciate your commitment to our community!
STUDENT WELLBEING DAY + FAMILY STEM SHOWCASE & GAMES AFTERNOON
Friday 25th October
As you know we are gearing up for our SWPBS Wellbeing Day and STEM Showcase Afternoon for families next FRIDAY. Students will spend the day engaging in wellbeing activities and demonstrating our school values.
After school (3:20pm – 4:30pm), families are invited to attend a STEM Showcase in the Art Room and Hall, and to take part in Games and Challenges around the school. There will be six challenges to complete, with a certificate and prize for all successful participants.
The P&F will also have an afternoon tea and with strawberry drinks for a gold coin donation. There will also be a coffee van in the morning before school and in the afternoon on the oval. Garden Club will also have a stall, raising money to further maintain and enhance our wonderful gardens.
We hope to see as many families as possible join in the fun!
Cameron Edwards
SWPBS Awards - Be Responsible
Lottie M - Prep T
For being a respectful member of Prep T. You have beautiful manners and are always willing to listen to what others have to say. The respect you have shown all year is appreciated. Thank you Lottie and congratulations!
Cody T - 1/2C
For showing respect during our Queenscliff excursion by listening to your teachers instructions and to the instructors at the Marine and Freshwater Discovery Centre. Well done Cody!
Robbie B - 1/2S
For showing respect this week when using kind actions this week when helping others around you when you saw they needed assistance. Well done Robbie
Hunter B - 1/2MD
For showing respect on the Queenscliff excursion. Great work cooperating and moving around spaces respectfully. Well done!
Carter G - 3/4G
For always showing respect to your teachers and peers. You are always ready to learn and encourage those around you. Well done Carter!
Charli P - 3/4T
For using kind words and actions in the classroom with your classmates. You are always respectful of others and you set a terrific example. Well done Charli!
Toby M - 5/6KT
For being a leader in displaying respect. You have listened and spoken with an amazing manner, teaching your peers the standard of the value of respect. Keep up the amazing work, Toby!
Parents and Friends
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Thursday 24th October Orders close for Term 4 Special ‘Halloween’ LUNCH
Monday 28th October Orders close for Mango Fundraiser
Thursday 31st October Term 4 Special “Halloween’ Lunch Day
Sunday 3rd November Ticket sales close for Paint & Pizza
Friday 8th November Parents & Friends Meeting 9am in School Hall
Saturday 9th November Paint & Pizza
SPECIAL HALLOWEEN LUNCH DAY
A fun ‘Halloween’ lunch from Bakers Delight will take place on Thursday 31st of October.
QKR orders close on Thursday 24th October.
MANGO FUNDRAISER
It's that time of year! Mango Season. Pick up Date TBA.
PAINT & PIZZA
Add this into your Calendar for a fun parents night. Ticket sales will close at midnight on Sunday 3rd November.
WELLBEING DAY - STEM SHOWCASE - GAMES AFTERNOON - Friday 25th October
Our wonderful Garden Club will have a stall for the afternoon with seedlings, plants and beautiful arts and crafts available.
QKR and EFTPOS available for purchases.
The P&F will have an afternoon tea available with strawberry drinks for a gold coin donation.
There will also be a Coffee Van on the oval before (8:30-9:30am) and after (3:15-4:40pm) school.
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NEXT MEETING
Next meeting will be on Friday 8th November 9am in school hall.
STEM & First Nations Studies
During our recent family trip to Central Australia, we had the remarkable experience of visiting Uluru and meeting some of the Anangu people. They were especially impressed by how much our children knew — from naming local animals, and the names and uses of various tools, to explaining the meaning behind traditional dot paintings. Our kids confidently recognised cultural items and shared their knowledge, which far exceeded what we, as their parents, had ever learnt ourselves.
For us, this experience highlighted the importance of First Nations education. Mr. Vaught, their First Nations teacher, has instilled in them not only a wealth of knowledge but also a deep respect for Indigenous culture. Thanks to his teaching, our children were able to engage meaningfully with the Anangu people, showing a genuine appreciation for their heritage.
We are grateful for Mr. Vaught’s work in fostering such respect, understanding, and connection with Australia’s rich and enduring Indigenous history and culture.
The Peyton family
Art Gallery
Year 3/4 - Yayoi Kusama - Flower Sculptures
Yayoi Kusama is a famous Japanese artist who is crazy about dots! We studied her 3D flower sculptures and replicated our own using paper, plasticine and foam.
These are absolutely stunning, 3/4's you have done a brilliant job!
Prep/1/2 Excursion to Marine Discovery Centre
All students from Prep to Grade 2 visited the Queenscliff foreshore and the Marine and Freshwater Discovery Centre on Monday. This excursion connected directly to our learning about habitats and animal adaptations. Students explored the foreshore, discovering shark eggs and various types of seaweed and natural debris. At the centre, they learned how animals defend themselves when threatened. A highlight of the day was the touch tank, where students had the opportunity to feel a variety of local sea creatures.
We would like to thank our Sponsors and our Parents and Friends for fully funding this valuable learning experience for our students.
The Prep - 2 Team
Wallington PS Sponsors
Thank you to our PLATINUM Sponsors
Thank you to our GOLD Sponsors
Thank you to our SILVER Sponsors
Thank you to our BRONZE Sponsors
Notice Board
Term 4 Public Holidays/Student Free Days
Wednesday 23rd October - Geelong Cup Public Holiday (School Closed)
Wednesday 13th November - Curriculum Day (Student Free Day)
Please note that Melbourne Cup Day (Tuesday 5th November) is a normal school day as it is not a Regional public holiday.
Assembly Performances
5/6s - Week 8 - Friday 29th November
Preps and 3/4s - Week 9 - Friday 6th December
1/2s - Week 10 - Friday 13th December
Grade 6 (2025) Bomber Jackets and Polos
Information has been sent home in relation to ordering Grade 6 (2025) uniform items. There are samples in the Grade 6 classrooms which can be tried on for size. You can pay for the uniform via QKR. Orders must be in no later than Friday 1st November.
Compass Calendar
Some families have reported that Public Holidays were not appearing on their Compass Calendar. Please see the instructions below for how to show the layers (such as School Holidays) on your calendar. Thank you to the families for bringing this to our attention. Please always let us know as the first port of call of any issues/confusion as this enables us to provide a resolution.
