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25.01.2022 Latest school newsletter

25.01.2022 Tomorrow (Friday 11th) we have our Icy Pole and Out of Uniform day to raise money for the Royal Children's Hospital. A gold coin donation for out of uniform and any last-minute Icy Pole orders to the office first thing. $1 per Icy Pole with your child's name on an envelope. Thank you.

24.01.2022 Ararat, we have an iso challenge for you! Our CGLLEN building windows are the perfect place to display some colourful artwork so we’re putting the challenge out... there to fill the window (they’re pretty big!!) with artworks of rainbows Rainbows can motivate us to continue and endure through hard times - they’re often seen as a symbol of hope and good luck. So, start creating!! Once your Resilience Rainbow is complete, drop it off in the plastic tub at 3-5 Laby St (behind Ararat College). The tub will be checked daily and new pieces will get added to the display until it’s full - we’ll keep you updated on the progress. #resilientararat

24.01.2022 Here’s our ‘Westletter’ for February 25, 2021

23.01.2022 This week is Reconciliation Week and today our senior students explored and celebrated the indigenous culture. Here we have Khloe reciting an acknowledgment of country poem.

23.01.2022 Cross Country 2020 Congratulations to our grade 3 to 6 students on participating in our cross country. It was fantastic to see the student determination and the encouragement they gave one another.

23.01.2022 Remote Learning.

23.01.2022 Book Week Dress-up day tomorrow - Friday October 30 Curriculum Day (no students at school) - Monday November 2 Melbourne Cup Public Holiday - Tuesday November 3... Please take the time to complete the Parent Opinion Survey, we would really appreciate your feedback!

22.01.2022 Today’s ‘Westletter’

22.01.2022 Make sure you tune into today’s GEM TV episode... a little birdie told us there could be a special shoutout on its way to some students who recently got in touch with Martin. https://theresilienceproject.com.au/at-home/gemtv/season-1/ Daily episodes from 11am.

22.01.2022 Here’s the latest ‘Westletter’ Don’t forget... Monday June 8 is a Public Holiday so there will be NO SCHOOL We look forward to seeing all our students at school on Tuesday June 9 including the return to on-site learning for our Grade 3-6 students.

22.01.2022 Here’s this week’s ‘Westletter’ Happy Father’s Day for this Sunday

22.01.2022 Today’s ‘Westletter’

22.01.2022 Congratulations to Lily, Bella, Elsa and Hannah on raising $440.90 which will go towards the Royal Children’s Hospital. An amazing effort organising this event!

21.01.2022 Some of the work from Reconciliation Week.

21.01.2022 Indonesian class today!

21.01.2022 Out-of-Uniform Day tomorrow - Gold Coin donation Last day of Term 2 tomorrow - Early dismissal at 2.20pm Photo Day will be Friday July 31 - Photo envelopes to be sent home early Term 3... School Banking starting up again in Term 3 - Every Tuesday First Day of Term 3 - Monday July 13

20.01.2022 Parent Teacher Student Conferences - Nov 10 & 11 School Council Meeting - Nov 17 Curriculum Day (Pupil Free) - Nov 30... Please take the time to do the Parent Opinion Survey that was emailed out to all families on Tuesday Oct. 13. The response rate so far is only 16% which means only 25 families across the whole school have completed the survey. We thank you in anticipation of your assistance.

20.01.2022 Information regarding our last day of 2020 - Friday December 18

19.01.2022 Principals' Day 2020 Appreciation Post The students and staff of AWPS are so grateful to Terry and Josh for their commitment to, and support of our school community on Principals’ Day, 2020. Their leadership, evident more than ever in this current climate, has been above and beyond. Our school is in such good hands and our school’s positive culture certainly reflects this. We think this little video (filmed prior to remote learning) is the perfect way to say- Thank You!

19.01.2022 We are looking forward to having all our students return to onsite learning tomorrow - Oct 6 A reminder to parents to please remain outside of the school grounds for student drop-off and pick-up and to adhere to social distancing rules. Staggered pick-up times remain, which are:-... 3:10pm - Preps, Gr3/4 & families 3:15pm - Gr1/2 & 4/5T 3:20pm - Gr5/6 Also, there will be NO breakfast club tomorrow morning!! Breakfast Club will start next week on Tuesday Oct 13. Student Banking will resume tomorrow so please remember your deposit books. See you all tomorrow

19.01.2022 ATTENTION PARENTS: Student on the Roses Gap excursion today are due back at school at 4:45pm!

19.01.2022 Footy Colours Day & Sausage Sizzle REMINDER!!

18.01.2022 Important notice!

18.01.2022 Here’s this week’s Newsletter

18.01.2022 ‘Westletter’ - March 11, 2021

18.01.2022 Currently no Lunch Orders until June 11Currently no Lunch Orders until June 11

17.01.2022 Congratulations to all of our 2021 School Captain Nominees. They all have delivered inspiring speeches and completed the interview phase of the nomination process. You all should be very proud of your efforts and we will announce the result on the last day of school.

17.01.2022 Welcome back to all our students! It is great to have a full school again. Breakfast Club will be starting next Tuesday June 16. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19 restrictions we are unable to have volunteer help at this stage but we do encourage students to come and enjoy a yummy, healthy breakfast from 8.15-8.45am. The Resilience Project continues with our Grade 1/2 Students commencing their G.E.M books.... Lunch Orders are back up an running, starting today June 11. Orders can be made every Thursday and Friday.

17.01.2022 Congratulations to the graduating class of 2020 and the scholarship winners. Many thanks to our scholarship providers - Ararat Medical Centre, GJ Gardner Homes, Christian's Bus Co., Murtly.com, Ararat Rotary, Ararat Community Enterprise, Ralph Painting, Ararat Dance Centre, Ararat Rural City Council, Nguyen Family and Bec McMaster.

16.01.2022 During remote learning in Term 2 our students were given the challenge of thinking about something they felt really grateful for. Cue... our #DISMOMENT video! We were blown away by the number of students and families who engaged in this project. A HUGE thank you to Jack Ward for his time in collating and editing, Resilient Ararat for getting the ball rolling and inspiring us; and of course our students for their involvement. Enjoy! *Unfortunately, formatting issues resulted in some clips not making the final copy.

16.01.2022 Dear Parents and Carers, Below is detailed information in regards to the Premier's announcements at the end of the week in relation to the wearing of face masks. Face coverings for staff and students in schools... All school-based staff must wear face coverings at school, and when travelling to and from school. Teachers and education support staff Teachers and education support staff will not be required to wear face coverings while teaching, but those who wish to do so, can. Teachers should wear face coverings in other areas of the school when not teaching (for example, in the staffroom, on yard duty and when providing first aid or taking temperatures), and when travelling to and from school. Primary students Students who attend primary school for on-site supervision will not be required to wear a face covering. Students who are aged 12 or over by Year 6 will not be required to wear face coverings. The Victorian Chief Health Officer has advised that it is not practical to require some primary school students to wear face coverings while others are not required to. Exemptions Some students and staff are exempt from these requirements. This includes students or staff who have a medical condition - including problems with their breathing, a serious skin condition on the face, a disability or a mental health condition. This includes students who attend specialist schools. Parents and Carers Parents and carers will be required to wear face coverings whenever they leave the house, including for school drop off and pick up. If they are travelling in a car alone, or only with members of their household, they do not need to wear a mask. I hope everyone has an enjoyable weekend with this lovely weather and we will see you all on Monday. Terry Keilar

16.01.2022 Here’s our latest ‘Westletter’

15.01.2022 JSC Camp 2021 Congratulations to our 12 JSC representatives who have just completed their leadership camp. Many thanks to the Gemmola family for once again hosting our camp. As well as Ararat College’s School Captains, Mia Wood and Jack Ward who were our guest speakers for our evening session.

15.01.2022 Art Smocks Over the next few weeks our students will be painting their clay creations in the art room. Please send in your child’s art smock or an old shirt to protect their clothes. Also ensure the smock or shirt is clearly labeled so it can be returned home at the end of the year. ... Thanks, Mrs. Fithall

14.01.2022 Here’s our latest ‘Westletter’

12.01.2022 Welcome back to Term 3 Here’s the latest ‘Westletter’

12.01.2022 Here’s the last ‘Westletter’ for Term 3. We hope you all have a wonderful Term break and we look forward to seeing you all back on-site for Term 4!

12.01.2022 Term 3 Return A big hello to the Ararat West community. We hope our students are all enjoying the break. To follow on from the announcements during the week from the Premier in relation to Covid-19 and schools.... Ararat West is a Regional school which means we will be returning next week, Monday July 13. Our return to school protocol will continue to follow the Departmental guidelines as we were last term. This will continue until further notice. Most important for parents, this means normal drop off times however parents are to avoid entering the school and to only do so if absolutely necessary. Pick up times will remain the same as they were at the end of last term. This is a staggered pick up. A reminder, if your child is unwell they should remain at home. We thank everyone for their ongoing support and understanding in the current climate. We look forward to seeing everyone on Monday.

11.01.2022 Outdoor Swimming Program commences Monday December 7 Statewide Transition Day - December 8 Excursions - December 14 Grade 5/6 Lake Fyans... - December 15 Grade Prep - 2 Halls Gap - December 17 Grade 3/4 Roses Gap Grade 6 Graduation Evening - December 16 Last Day of Term 4 - December 18

11.01.2022 This afternoon, teachers from Ararat West Primary School tuned in to our first Mindfulness session with Meagan Ward. We’ve just jumped off Zoom from the communi...ty session and are feeling very relaxed! A big thank you to Meagan for her time and for adapting to an online format for us. #resilientararat #grateful #mindfulness

11.01.2022 -Labour Day Public Holiday - Monday March 8 (No School) -JSC Camp - March 10 & 11 -House Captains Camp - March 11 & 12 -Whole School Athletics - Wednesday March 31 -End-of-Term 1 - Thursday April 1

10.01.2022 Here’s our latest ‘Westletter’! Cross Country Fun Run Gr3-6 - Tomorrow Friday October 16 Footy Colours Day & Sausage Sizzle - Thursday October 22... Public Holiday (no school) - Friday October 23 Whole School Athletics Day - Thursday October 29 Parent Opinion Survey was emailed to all families on Tuesday October 13. Please take the time to complete this survey as it provides our school with gaining an understanding of parents' perceptions among other important data. Thank you in advance

10.01.2022 100 days of learning What a whirlwind the last 100 days have been! Each of our Preps have shown spectacular growth since their first day of school. They might be little; but they are intelligent, resilient, persistent and kind members of our community and we are so proud of them!... Today, they deserved to relax and celebrate their achievements. Congratulations Preps!

10.01.2022 Latest ‘Westletter’

09.01.2022 2021 Enrolments - NOW OPEN!!

09.01.2022 Important information

09.01.2022 Head on over to Resilient Ararat for more info

09.01.2022 Here’s this week’s ‘Westletter’!

08.01.2022 IMPORTANT REMINDER... Hi families, The Parent Opinion Survey will be closed this Friday November 13. We are hoping that you could please take the time to do the Survey which was emailed out to all families on Tuesday Oct. 13. The response rate so far is only 20% which means only 30 families across the whole school have completed the survey. We thank those that have already done the survey and hope others families can please make some time to also complete it. If needed it can be emailed out again. Just contact the office. Thanks in anticipation of your assistance.

08.01.2022 ‘Westletter’ for this week

08.01.2022 This week's Lunch from the Ararat RSL. Lovely!!! Nice and warm on a cold day. Supporting our local businesses.

08.01.2022 Here’s the latest ‘Westletter’...

07.01.2022 Here’s our latest Westletter! October 16 - Gr3-6 Cross Country Fun-Run October 23 - AFL Grand Final Public Holiday (no students at school)... October 29 - Whole School Athletics (to be held on school grounds) Lunch orders start next week and will only be on Friday's for the remainder of Term 4. Breakfast Club is back on next Tuesday! Please remember to regularly update any changes to your contact details.

06.01.2022 AWPS Book Week 2020 Students are encouraged to come dressed as their favourite book character next Friday (30th). Parents, please encourage your child to dig ...into their costume box or to make do with what can be easily put together! We don't want 'dressing up' to be an extra stress, or for families to be spending money on costumes. We can't wait to celebrate all things BOOKS next week. See more

05.01.2022 GEM TV Ararat West PS gets a mention. Head over to your child's Google Classroom, click on Classwork, find the link to GEM TV and check it out.... A brilliant motivator from The Resilience Project reminding us all to show Gratitude, Empathy and Mindfulness. We love it!!

05.01.2022 Footy Colours Day 2020 Footy themed class activities + sausage sizzle (thanks to Tracie and the JSC) + some fantastic footy drills and games at lunch (thanks to our House Captains and senior student volunteers) = an epic Footy Colours Day! With no school tomorrow, we hope you all have a fantastic long weekend.

05.01.2022 Last ‘Westletter’ for 2020!

04.01.2022 The following services provide support for families in times of emotional distress.

04.01.2022 No School tomorrow Friday October 23 - Public Holiday 2021 Prep online information session - Wednesday October 28 at 6.30pm Whole School Athletics Day (onsite) ...- Thursday October 29 Book Week 2020 - Friday October 30 Come to school dressed as your favourite curious/wild book character Don't forget to participate in our 2020 Parent Opinion Survey! Emails were sent home to families on Tuesday October 13.

04.01.2022 Return to School Update. May 25 - Curriculum Day May 26 - Foundation to Grade 2 return June 9 - Grade 3 - 6 return

04.01.2022 ‘Westletter’ - October 14, 2021

03.01.2022 Here’s our latest ‘Westletter’! Don’t forget that it’s a Curriculum Day on Monday November 30 - no students at school on this day.

03.01.2022 Community Support The staff at Ararat West wanted to show support for local business in these current times. They have decided, each week we will order in lunch from a different business. It's only a small gesture but every little bit of shopping local helps.... This week's lunch was Sicilians and absolutely delicious. See more

03.01.2022 Important information!!

03.01.2022 Check out The Ararat Advocate today - Ararat West has a whole page spread. Get yours today!

03.01.2022 Wellbeing celebration. Many of our staff are taking part in mental health and wellbeing challenges during these current times. Last night we were involved in a Mindfulness session. ... Mr Taylor and Mr Keilar are completing the challenge for Headspace. Mr Mac, Mr Tucker and Andy are doing the 25 push ups for 25 day challenge. Today we had our students inspiring and supporting us.

03.01.2022 Important reminder to all families...