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Newstead Primary School

Locality: Newstead, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 5476 2226

Address: 28 Lyons Street 3462 Newstead, VIC, Australia

Website: https://www.newsteadps.vic.edu.au

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25.01.2022 Our Graduating Class of 2020.

25.01.2022 Hi everyone! I hope you have all had a great Christmas break. We are in the final week of holidays and quite a few things are happening around the school ground. The big promise to the students over the last two years is to have an oval with grass for them to play on all year round. Ian Garsed and Mark Oxley have been hard at work organising turf and 3/4 of it has been completed already thanks to a number of amazing parents. To complete the final part we are hoping to get ...some volunteers this Friday morning at 8am to assist with rolling out the last of the turf and some other odd jobs around the yard. Please contact Ian Garsed on 0408143454 if you can help out! Regards, Kathy Callander

25.01.2022 This week's newsletter. https://drive.google.com//11YezrXQ9kx36B7DGtpituoPDV/view

24.01.2022 Something to smile about: our grade 6 students proudly wearing their new tops.

24.01.2022 Today is World Kindness Day! In a world where we can be anything, be kind.

24.01.2022 A very happy birthday to this super hero in a mask! Thank you for all of the work you do and we hope you have the most wonderful day!

23.01.2022 A great opportunity is available for students during the school holidays: Newstead Arts Hub Kids Spark Stories Get ready to light up your winter school holidays and bring your imagination to the table with a short story writing adventure! It doesn’t matter how old you are or how many stories you’ve written because local author extraordinaire Hannah Collins will draw out the writer in you. Two writing workshops will kick off the school holidays. Then come down to the Hub to ...hear each other’s stories and share your own with your families and friends. Designed for kids of all ages and skill levels, come along at 2pm on either Saturday 26 June or Sunday 27 June for a short fun workshop to help you plan your story. Learn some tricks of the trade to bring your story to life. Finish off your story and deliver it to the Hub on Sunday 11 July by 10am, and then come back at 2pm with friends and family for the big reveal! Free. Book via Humantix to be part of it! Links via our website or social media. https://events.humanitix.com/kids-spark-stories See more

23.01.2022 Happy Mother’s Day everyone.

23.01.2022 A great activity for the family!

23.01.2022 All going well we will have all students back at school next term!! Yay!!! More information to come.

22.01.2022 Today we were able to present three of our graduating grade 6 students with their Respect the Badge medals. These three students were nominated across the last three terms for their amazing leadership, commitment and resilience during this very unique 2020 year. Thank you again to Grant for presenting the awards at our Graduation Ceremony tonight.

22.01.2022 Indigenous Literacy Day is fast approaching! Join us at 12.30pm (AEST) on Wednesday 2 September for a celebration of Indigenous language and literacy. This eve...nt will be a window into our work, the joy of books and reading, and the importance of first languages. Get ready for this event by subscribing to our Youtube Channel today! https://go.ilf.org.au/subscribe Alison Lester, Anita Heiss - Author, Shelley Ware, Josh Pyke, Justine Clarke, Jessica Mauboy, Riverbend Books, Potts Point Bookshop

21.01.2022 It's that time of year again, it's time to order some delicious mangoes for Christmas! We are starting our Mango Fundraiser with trays for $26 cash. All orders and money to be completed by Friday 23rd October. Delivery is expected around the second week of December. In each tray is usually 12 large or up to 24 small mangoes that vary in ripeness allowing for you to enjoy them for weeks! It's been a tough year for schools to fundraise but we know this one will make everyone smile on delivery. Contact the school on 54762226 or DM to order.

20.01.2022 Still looking for volunteers to finish off our turf tomorrow morning at 8am! Our students are going to be so excited to get this done... let’s make this happen!!!!! Send through a text to Ian Garsed if you can help.Still looking for volunteers to finish off our turf tomorrow morning at 8am! Our students are going to be so excited to get this done... let’s make this happen!!!!! Send through a text to Ian Garsed if you can help.

19.01.2022 Don't forget Footy Colours Day is tomorrow! Send in your photos of you and the family dressed in your favourite team colours for next week's newsletter.

19.01.2022 We were very lucky to have this amazing creature visit us today. Echidnas are awesome!

17.01.2022 Mrs Harrisson’s quince tree has had a good year! If you would like some free quinces they are in the outdoor area ready at pick up time.

17.01.2022 After 7 months and two tshirt companies we finally have our grade 6 tshirts!!!! The second order at least gave us the opportunity to reflect on the 2020 year. Thank you so much to Fashion Clubwear - FCW for helping us out!!!

16.01.2022 As the weather increases to warm up please remember all students need their own water bottle at school every day.

16.01.2022 Tomorrow student/parent/teacher ‘Start Up Interview’ sessions for grades 1-6 will be open via uEducateUs app. Interviews will be held Thursday 28th and Friday 29th January. Prep students have been allocated their time slots sent out at the end of last year. All students begin their first full day of school on Monday 1st February . We cannot wait to begin our brand new year of learning!

15.01.2022 It's go time! Tune in NOW to Episode 1 of GEM TV: A fun, high-energy program centred on GEM (Gratitude, Empathy & Mindfulness) and its positive influence on our wellbeing. Watch GEM TV: https://theresilienceproject.com.au/at-home/gem-tv/

15.01.2022 Dear families, After last night's media release by James Merlino around returning to school in term 4, we will be starting all of our students from prep to grade 6 on Monday 5th October. Remote Learning will finish this Friday 18th September. We are extremely excited to have all of our staff and students return to face-to-face learning. Please note that not all details about school drop-offs and guidelines have been released to schools yet. I will updat...e families as soon as this information arrives. Enjoy your school holidays and we look forward to seeing you at the start of term 4! Regards, Kathy Callander Principal

14.01.2022 R U OK?Day 2020 might be coming to an end but the conversations shouldn’t stop. Any day you’re concerned someone’s struggling, trust your gut and ask, are you ...OK? Because a conversation could change a life. If you or a loved one need immediate support contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 for a confidential chat any time of day or night. You can find other support services at www.ruok.org.au/findhelp These services are for everyone - whether you need a listening ear or are concerned about someone else.

14.01.2022 We are still selling our mango trays! Please ring through to the school on 5476 2226 if you would like a tray. Money raised will go towards laying grass on our football oval, a request our students have been asking for many years. We can't do many things in this current COVID situation but we can try to ensure our students get a green playing area for 2021!!! Let's buy some mangoes!!!

14.01.2022 Thank you to a very kind friend of the school that donated handmade soaps to all of the staff. Such a lovely gesture and very useful!

14.01.2022 Happy Father's Day to all the dads, stepdads, grandfathers and male figures that do so much for their families each and every day. We hope you have a great day!

13.01.2022 Thank you Newstead Cricket Club!

12.01.2022 Don’t forget tomorrow is a Curriculum Day. See you all Tuesday!Don’t forget tomorrow is a Curriculum Day. See you all Tuesday!

12.01.2022 Sometimes when students come home they don’t say much about the day. Have a go at some of these different types of questions. They may get the conversation flowing.

12.01.2022 From Tuesday 8 June, the eligibility requirements for Australia’s COVID-19 vaccination program change. People who are now eligible can make an appointment and f...ind a clinic using the eligibility checker. Not yet eligible? Register your interest to be notified when you can make an appointment. Learn more at www.health.gov.au/COVID-19-vaccines

12.01.2022 Don’t forget the Newstead Pool AGM is on tonight!

11.01.2022 Today we had Leading Senior Constable Grant MacDonald present our first Respect the Badge medal to Sesi. Sesi was nominated in term 1 for displaying our school values and always doing her very best to look after others. We are so proud Sesi!!

11.01.2022 The Premiers' Reading Challenge is open and ready for our students to open their minds to wonderful new worlds through books. You can use last year's log in details as all students are now active or contact the school to get your student details. Happy reading!

11.01.2022 Just a reminder to all local families tomorrow is our deadline for prep enrolments for 2021. Once enrolment forms are handed in we will begin our modified transition program for term 4. We are very excited that due to new guidelines this will include kinder students being able to come into the school. Any questions or if you need an enrolment form please contact the school on 5476 2226 during school hours 8:45am to 3:45pm.

11.01.2022 Dear families, The new term 4 school operation guidelines have arrived tonight. Currently due to our low numbers of community transmission we do NOT have to do temperature checks at the gates in the morning. Students will still need to remain at home if unwell or be picked up immediately if they present with symptoms at school. All other procedures will continue as outlined in the announcement on Friday.... We are so excited to have everyone back in school tomorrow! Don’t forget your drink bottles and hats!! Regards, Kathy Callander

11.01.2022 Procedural writing is one of the tasks this week at school for some of the students. Why not give Meg's cookies a go on the weekend!

10.01.2022 A quick fact sheet for families about COVID symptoms and attending school.

09.01.2022 This Thursday is our Open Day! 9:30am to 11am. We cannot wait to see you!

09.01.2022 Robotics. David from the Discovery Centre ran a session for our grade 4/5/6 students. It was amazing fun for all. Thank you so much for the opportunity.

09.01.2022 Newstead Primary Trivia Night Covid style! Thank you for everyone that came online for our end of term function. Lots of fun questions and competition between families. Also some great singing and dancing in the background

08.01.2022 Dear families, The current update we have for school returning in term 4 is: Week 1, Monday 5th to Friday 9th October - continuing Remote Learning. Week 2, Monday 12th to Friday 16th October - All students begin to return to face-to-face learning at school. ... More information will be sent out when school operational guidelines are sent to schools in the coming days. Regards, Kathy Callander

08.01.2022 Don't forget you can donate to the Footy Colours Day to help children impacted by cancer. Just click on the link.

08.01.2022 Don’t forget to tune in Wednesday at 12:30pm!

07.01.2022 Today we had Tracey and her dog Izzy come out to the school for us to participate in the Responsible Pet Ownership Program. Students learn about correct ways to approach unknown dogs, and how to look after the needs of their own dogs. Some lucky students were able to demonstrate how to approach a dog as part of the program.

07.01.2022 Our echidna friend is once again off on his travels!

06.01.2022 In this Australian Teachers Aide Appreciation week we wanted to give a big shout out to Mary for all that she does for us!! Thank you!!!

06.01.2022 On Thursday it is R U Okay Day. Our older students will be working through some of the activities for this day throughout the week. Most importantly in this strange time do remember to ask the question to each other 'R U Okay?'

05.01.2022 Have a look at our amazing new gate for our front entrance!

04.01.2022 Dear families, School is back on Monday! We look forward to seeing all our students Monday 5th October between 8:45 am and 9am. There has been no change to procedures put in place in response to Covid-19 from last term. For next week we will follow the current guidelines sent out including temperatures checks for all student and staff before entering class. Please be patient with staff as this will take time to check each student. Staff will meet students at the front entran...ce and the gate between the playground and art room to be checked. If your child is ill or is feeling unwell, they must not attend school. They must remain home and seek medical advice. Parents are not able to come onto the school grounds and must wear masks while social distancing near gates. Bus travelers will line up as normal for the school bus. Staff will be at the gates to supervise the students leaving the school grounds. Unfortunately no students or families can use the school playgrounds after school. Things to Remember: All computers and school materials sent home in term 3 must return to school on Monday. The computers with their chargers need to be left at the office to be checked and reconfigured for school use ASAP. Bubble taps are not in use. All children are required to bring their own drink bottle that are clearly labeled with their name. These can be refilled throughout the day from inside the classroom or the taps attached to the bubble taps. Please make sure your children come to school with their school hats. No food can shared at school, unfortunately no birthday cakes can be brought in for children’s birthdays. Late arrivals and early pick-ups: Keeping in line with meeting Covid-19 guidelines regarding parents not being permitted on-site during school times, we are asking parents who are bringing their children to school late, to please ring to advise when their child is entering the school grounds. To support the health and wellbeing of all our students and staff, our school will continue an enhanced cleaning routine and will encourage frequent hand washing. If you have any questions or need to speak to your child’s teacher please ring through to school on Monday morning. Regards, Kathy Callander

04.01.2022 We have finally made it to our last day of the 2020 school year! Don't forget school finishes at 1:30pm today.

04.01.2022 Reminder tomorrow is a Curriculum Day for staff. See you all on Tuesday.Reminder tomorrow is a Curriculum Day for staff. See you all on Tuesday.

03.01.2022 Thank you to all of the volunteers that give us their valuable time to help in and around the school. We missed you so much in 2020 and are so grateful to everyone that has returned in 2021. We are also so appreciative of our new volunteers that have offered to help this year. You really do make a huge positive difference to our school. If anyone in the local community is keen to offer some time in class or around the school please contact the office. All you need is a current Working With Children card and a willingness to have a go! Feel free to contact us on 5476 2226 for more information.

03.01.2022 Please keep a look out as you are walking to and from school during these warmer months.

03.01.2022 Tomorrow night!

03.01.2022 Have a look at our wonderful rural school. We look forward to opening our doors again to our families and visitors but until that time, here is a little snippet to show you what we are all about. Thank you Waller Realty for your support in creating this video.

03.01.2022 Well done to our School Captain Geoffrey for been selected by the Student Excellence division of the Department of Education to participate in a High Ability Virtual School for term 4. Amazing effort Geoffrey!! Well done.

02.01.2022 When booking an interview please select the teacher’s name and that will allow you to access student names. Jo

01.01.2022 A number of students use their beeswax food wraps all the time. Here are the details to make your own at home!

01.01.2022 We got the most amazing news today...$2.46 million has been allocated to Newstead Primary School for upgrades out of the 2020/21 State Budget!

01.01.2022 Our school memorial for Remembrance Day.