Dear KPS Families

And just like that Term 1 is ending. This is the last newsletter for the term.
I will be on Long Service Leave for the last 3 days of term. Mrs Schneider will be Acting Principal during this time.

NAPLAN
Year 3 and 5 students have participated in NAPLAN testing over the last two weeks. We have been very proud of the efforts our students have made in trying their best in the testing. Thank you to Mrs Schneider for all her hard work in setting the NAPLAN up, Deirdre for her support of Mrs Schneider, Mr C for his technological support and teachers for preparing students and supporting the process.
We look forward to obtaining their results.

TERMITE DAMAGE
Unfortunately, it has been established that we have severe termite damage in the Senior toilets. ‘MakeSafe’ from the Department are investigating the extent of the problem. Currently, the Senior toilets have been closed off and replaced with Portaloo’s.
There is also some termite damage in the Montessori building and Deirdre and Carol have had to relocate into different classrooms.
At the moment it is a day-by-day situation, and we are relying on expert contractors for advice. Currently, the long-term outcome is unknown; once a report has been written, the department will be able to provide me with an outcome and further advice.

I would like to send a huge shout out and thank you to Chris Davies who has been the ‘go to’ person for all the contractors and worksite people. As always, Chris has gone above and beyond in organising what has needed to be organised.

HARMONY & FRIENDSHIP DAY
Last Friday we celebrated and acknowledged Harmony and Friendship Day. We acknowledge this day to recognise kindness and celebrate diversity. It ws wonderful to see students wearing their splash of orange and odd socks.

Thank you to Breigh and her wonderful parent helpers for organising the hot food pizza lunch. It was so yummy and everyone loved the special lunch.

TERM 1 ENDS
Term 1 finishes on Friday 4th April. It is a 2.30pm finish.
Term 2 begins on Tuesday 22nd April at 9am.

Have a wonderful holiday term break and HAPPY EASTER. See you next term.

Stay safe and take care

Samantha Cooke
Principal

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CONGRATULATIONS to the following students who received a classroom award at assembly:

• Molly - P1A
• Omar; Carter - P1B
• Ava - 12A
• Max - 12B
• Juliana Mae; Marcello - 34A
• Anna Belle - 34B
• Lachlan; Pippa; Ivan - 56A
• Alice; Aleena - 56B

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On Wednesday, our Year 6 student leaders had the opportunity to develop their leadership skills further by attending the 'Dream and Lead' conference.

The 'Dream and Lead' conference was a highly engaging event designed to support primary school students in discovering their leadership potential, whilst providing them with strong foundations to succeed.

Throughout the day, students participated in purposeful activities, developing their problem-solving skills and increasing their confidence and independence.

Facilitated by internationally trained young leaders, students recognised the impact they can create as young people.

Our leaders displayed our school values throughout the event and had a wonderful day. They represented Karingal Primary School proudly.

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35 EASTER BASKETS for the raffle...

After a very successful donation free dress day, Tamara and Michelle put together 35 Easter baskets for our Easter raffle.

MAKE SURE YOU BUY YOUR TICKETS...IT IS WELL WORTH IT.


We look forward to the following events at KPS for Easter celebrations:

1. Wednesday 2nd April: Easter Cupcake delivery2. Friday 4th April: Easter Bonnet Parade3. Friday 4th April: Easter Raffle

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We've had some rain since our last update and such a growth spurt for our four productive Veg/Salad garden beds!

Savannah had been growing some Apple Cucumbers and we finally had a taste test enjoyed by a little group... The verdict: Delicious!

Last Tuesday I spent the most beautiful day at the Royal Botanic Gardens in Melbourne where I participated in a Student Health and Wellbeing in Nature Workshop! 

There was an amazing reaction and interest in our Community Garden from other participants, mostly teachers from Early Learning, Kinder, Primary and Secondary schools who gained much inspiration from our project! 

Julie, Jo and I got creative on Wednesday indulging an idea of making Wonky A- Frames with branches destined for the tip! We are so happy with the finished product ready for our Snow Peas to climb (see photos). They add height and structure to the garden and we can hopefully make some decorations eg Wind chimes etc to add some fun...

Students also busily planted Sweet Peas (on St Patrick's Day as a Gardening tradition), as well as Poppies, Gazanias, Dianthus and Nasturtiums. Another group spent their break adding Succulents to our Rockery Garden!

Please drop in to see our garden as it grows and changes over the Autumn months.

Marilyn 

 

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Reminder to register for the Chess Tournament... The Northern Star Chess Tournament will be held at Karingal Primary School on Monday 31st March, 2025.
All students in Years 1-6 are invited to participate.
Cost = $20.
Tournament forms are available at the School Office.

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Happy Birthday to the following students:

APRIL	STUDENTS
1st	Hazel L-C
2nd	Sebastian F
3rd	Shelby D; Gemma D
5th	Skyla B
8th	Jaxxyn M; Morrison W
11th	Stephanie B
17th	Luna S
20th	Hina W
24th	Isaac R
25th	Robert B
27th	Fletcher Z
29th	Ryder W; Oliver J

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Events in the last week of term:

• Monday 31st March: Chess Tournament Years 1-6
• Tuesday 1st April: District Track Aths
• Friday 4th April: Easter Parade and raffle

Friday 4th April: Term 1 finishes @ 2.30pm

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KPS ADULT TRIVIA NIGHT IS BACK.

Saturday 17th May.

After huge success and fun last year, our KPS 'Adults Only Trivia Night' is returning!!

Think about getting a table organised.

Further details to follow.

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