Wallington P.S. Newsletter Term 3 Week 6 2025
Upcoming Dates
Principal's Report
Dear Families,
Bunyip Camp
Prep, 1s and 2s are incredibly excited to take part in our annual Bunyip Camp tomorrow! We are all looking forward to a day and night of fun with lots of activities planned – not least the chance to meet the Bunyip as it makes its way up from Lake Connewarre to our lovely new extension. Can I say a huge thank you to both parent volunteers and staff who will support the camp, helping to ensure that it is yet again a great success!
Please note: there will be no assembly tomorrow.
Parent Opinion Survey – Now Open
Thank you to those parents who have already completed this year’s Parent/Caregiver/Guardian Opinion Survey. If you haven’t yet completed the short survey, please refer to the unique log in information available on your Compass Newsfeed (18/08/25). The Parent/Caregiver/Guardian Opinion Survey will be open until Friday 19 September 2025. The survey is online, only takes 20 minutes to complete, and can be accessed at any convenient time on desktop computers, laptops, tablets or smartphones.
Strawberry Fair Tickets – Now On Sale
A reminder that our special pre-sale all-access passes exclusive to our Wallington PS students and families are now available via the link below. For only $45, students and family members will have unlimited access to the following activities all day: Sizzler, Chair-o-plane, Dodgem Cars, Go Gator Rollercoaster, Puppy Yoga, Pony Rides, and the Petting Zoo. All set up within the confines of our school oval, this Strawberry Fair we are putting our students and families first, ensuring our volunteers can help make the event a success as well as getting to enjoy all that the fair has to offer. Pre-sale tickets must be ordered prior to the event, with wristbands being handed out the week of the Fair.
Pre-sale tickets can be ordered now through COMPASSTIX at the following link: https://compasstix.com/event/0c0a0e1c-d72a-414b-bcb4-074ab7c0fe6f
Calling Strawberry Fair Volunteers!
As you know, the Strawberry Fair volunteer sign-up is also open, and we need all of your help to make it a success! We understand that people have different availability and commitments and we are so appreciative of all offers of help – both on the day and in the lead-up. This support is especially important in achieving one of the key aims of the fair: to connect and unite us as a school community, demonstrating the values that underpin our love of this school. We know that community and connection are a key reason families choose and love our school – it’s events like this where we can all thrive in this reality.
Please continue to sign up for as many spots as you can – every extra pair of hands makes a huge difference. Sign-up is quick and easy through 'Sign-up' at this link: https://signup.com/go/jkYoZjr
Thoughts and Condolences
Finally, our thoughts are with the Christian College Geelong community following the tragic bus crash in Stonehaven yesterday. We extend our deepest sympathies to all those affected, and we acknowledge the efforts of first responders and emergency services who provided care at the scene.
We recognise that such news can be distressing for young people. Should you feel your child would benefit from wellbeing support, please contact the school by calling or by emailing our wellbeing team (wellbeing@wallington-ps.vic.edu.au) and we will arrange appropriate assistance.
Cameron Edwards
Parents and Friends
DATES FOR THE CALENDAR
Tuesday 2nd of September - Father’s Day Stall
Wednesday 3rd of September - TERM 3 SPECIAL LUNCH CLOSES
Friday 5th of September - Father’s Day Second Chance Stall
Tuesday 9th of September - Last day to buy Disco Tickets
FRIDAY 12th of September - Term 3 Special Lunch
Friday 12th of September - Glow in the Dark Disco
Second Hand Uniforms
We have many summer uniform available with the warmer season approaching with plenty of 4-8 sizing
Just a Gold Coin Donation. Be sure to check it out.
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Next Meeting
Will be on Friday 5th of September 9.00am at the School Hall
Please order your tickets on your School24 account, alternatively if you don’t have an account you can click on the guest link below to book tickets for the Glow Disco.
Just remember to put your child/s name at checkout.
https://www.school24.net.au/canteenorder/guest/event?ezp=2647
Wallington P.S. Gardening Club is on every Tuesday at 1:40pm. Everyone is welcome!
Do you love nature, gardening, or just want to help our school bloom? The Wallington P.S. Gardening Club is always looking for volunteers!
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Grade 1: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Lnod1hbixZD1zna8igmb9t
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Grade 3: https://chat.whatsapp.com/F2En8vl1mB4AORjweX
Grade 4: https://chat.whatsapp.com/lbWmtXlmnFTD5KeEPSfqSo
SWPBS Awards - Student of the Week
Kieran B - Prep
For showing wonderful resilience at school. You come each day with a positive attitude, try your best even when things feel tricky, and never give up. Well done Kieran.
Lottie McK - Year 1
For always trying your hardest to improve your handwriting each week. You have made such a huge improvement this year. Well done Lottie!
Prim Edmonds - Year 2
For showing resilience each at the start of each school day. You have a positive mindset when trying new things. Well done Prim, keep up the good work!
Rory Tullin - Year 3
For showing great resilience when challenging yourself to have a go answering questions in our maths lessons. Well done!
Fletcher M - Year 4
For taking learning risks and sharing your thinking with the class. It has been wonderful to hear your thinking during our Medieval Europe unit. Keep up the great work!
Grace R - Year 5
For the resilience you displayed on Camp Kangaroobie. You gave everything a go and always had a smile on your face. Great work, Grace!
Clancy O - Year 6
For always challenging himself, showing patience and a willingness to take learning risks, Well Done Clancy!
STEM & First Nations Studies
Dear Families,
Enjoy watching our latest video from STEM/First Nations class.
Jason Vaught (First Nations/STEM Teacher)
Physical Education News
Dear Families,
Good luck to Kiyomi who will be competing in the Team Vic trials (800m and 1500m). We wish you the best of luck! We are looking forward to hearing how you get on.
Wallington P.S.
Wellbeing at Wallington
Welcome back to Wallington’s weekly wellbeing activities!
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In the student diary this week, students get to create a dance or rhythm break.
They may have used movement breaks in class as brain breaks but if you’re feeling stuck try searching ‘desktop drumming challenge’ or putting on your favourite song for inspiration.
Wallington PS Sponsors
Thank you to our PLATINUM Sponsor
Thank you to our SILVER Sponsors
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SAVER PLUS
What it is:
Financial Education and Savings:
Saver Plus is a 10-month online program designed to help participants learn about financial management, set savings goals, and develop regular saving habits.
Matched Savings:
Participants who complete the program have their savings matched by ANZ, up to a maximum of $500, which can be used for education-related costs.
Online Delivery:
The program is delivered online, making it accessible to participants across Australia.
Saver Plus is a partnership between ANZ, the Brotherhood of St. Laurence, The Smith Family and Berry Street.
Eligibility: To be eligible, participants need to have a current Health Care or Pensioner Concession Card and an eligible Centrelink payment, have other regular income, be studying themselves or have a child in school, be 18+ years old, and agree to join in free online financial education workshops.
