Great start to Term 4!
It has been a fantastic start to Term 4, with students returning to school ready for learning.  I love the way that from day one students are demonstrating courage by challenging themselves to try new things and approaching their learning in an aspirational manner.  The growth this promotes in every student has been impressive throughout 2021, and with teachers determined to keep this momentum continuing, we are looking forward to finishing the school year strongly.

We are fortunate to have Miss Teegan Townsend and Miss Madeline Clarke-Harding completing their teacher placements currently in our Grade 3-4 classrooms.  A key responsibility for staff is to support the next generation of teachers to be prepared for teaching into the future.  We look forward to Miss Turner returning next week from Long Service Leave, after enjoying some planned R&R!

As always, please make contact with me or your child’s teacher to discuss your child’s growth and learning.  You can contact me on 6445 1187 or by email peter.w.brown@education.tas.gov.au

Swimming
Our swimming and water safety programs will be held this term.  Kinder, Prep and 1-2W students begin on 8th November, 2021.  1-2H, 1-2LM & 1-2ME students will swim for two weeks starting 22nd November, 2021. Our Grade 3-5 students begin their program on 15th November, 2021.  Given the environment that we live in, surrounded by creeks, rivers, dams and coastline, it is essential that our kids learn water safety and become strong swimmers to keep themselves safe if they were ever to find themselves in a dangerous situation in and around water.

Assembly
Our next assemblies will be held on Thursday, 4th November.  The K-2 assembly will begin at 11:00am, followed by the Primary assembly at 11:50am. This is an opportunity for students to share some of their learning and to celebrate different achievements.  We hope to see you there!

Hats
All students are required to wear their hats at school during Term 4, please make sure your child has their school hat at school.

Student Free Day
Next Friday, 29th October is a Student Free Day.  Teachers will be collaborating to moderate student work, complete planning for the future and reflecting on 2021.  Please don't forget that the following Monday, 1st November is a public holiday.

Peter Brown 
Principal