Wallington P.S. Newsletter Term 4 Week 4 2025
Upcoming Dates
Principal's Report
Dear Families,
Strawberry Fair is here!
With just three days to go, we are so excited about what is to come this weekend! Final preparations are ongoing, and I cannot thank you all enough for your many contributions!
Year 1s – Scone Making
Last Friday, the Year 1s were excited to learn all about scone making, in preparation for our Devonshire Teas at the Strawberry Fair. With the trusty expertise of Harper M’s grandmother, supported by her mum and dad and brother and sister, all students learned how to measure, mix, shape, cut and bake their scones – and most importantly they got to taste the scones at the end! Served best with jam and cream, it was a wonderful chance to sample just what the lucky visitors to the Devonshire Tea stand will experience this weekend at the Strawberry Fair. Thank you to the Micallef family!
Newspapers
We’re kind of a big deal! More newspaper articles this week with a couple of strawberry stars – thanks to the Social Media team who continue to work tirelessly to spread the word far and wide!!
Working Bee Last Week
Thank you so much to all the parents, students, and staff who have given their time and energy over the past weeks (and past six months!) as we prepare for the Strawberry Fair. The generosity, teamwork, and proactive goodwill on display have been nothing short of inspiring. Whether it’s cleaning, organising, sorting, baking, planting, painting, creating, or promoting - every contribution adds up and helps bring our much-loved event to life.
It’s a reminder of what makes our community special: when we work together, incredible things happen. If you haven’t yet found a way to get involved, it’s not too late - your help, no matter how small, truly makes a difference and helps create the kind of school experience we all want for our children.
Thank you again to those who continue to go above and beyond - your effort and community spirit are what make this school such a great place to belong, providing the ultimate model for our students. Together, we all share in the responsibility and the reward of building the positive, connected school community in which our children thrive.
See final Strawberry Fair Newsletter (via Compass) for more details.
No Assembly Friday 31st October
Please note there will be no assembly tomorrow as preparations will be underway in and around the hall for the Strawberry Fair.
Thank you all - see you at the Strawberry Fair!
Cameron Edwards
Parents and Friends
DATES FOR THE CALENDAR
Friday 31st of October - Halloween Special Lunch
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 share to check it out.
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Next Meeting
Will be on Friday 17th of October 9.00am at the School Hall
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!
SWPBS Awards - Student of the Week
Jude M F - Prep
For always showing resilience by never giving up, even when things feel tricky. You keep trying your best and show a positive attitude every day! Well done Jude!
Jordan B - Year 1
For demonstrating resilience this week in class when reading new and challenging texts. Well done Jordan!
Prim E - Year 2
For showing superb resilience this week. When times have been challenging, you have pushed through using strategies that show your amazing growth mindset. Well done Prim!
Parker E - Year 3
For showing your best resilience by persisting during our writing assessment and doing your best. Well done Parker!
Jasper P - Year 4
For challenging yourself during learning time. You’ve really worked hard on challenging yourself this week. Keep up the great work Jasper!
Grace R - Year 5
For your resilience displayed during writing. You completed the task without any assistance and used perfect punctuation. Keep up the great work, Grace!
Fisher P - Year 6
For challenging himself in maths, tackling difficult problems, and showing determination by not giving up even when questions are tough. Great work Fisher!
Wellbeing at Wallington
Welcome back to Wallington’s weekly wellbeing activities:
This week's activity asks students to reflect on what they have learnt about themselves this year.
What strategies have helped them to learn?
What do they find challenging?
Who helps them to be ready to learn?
Wallington PS Sponsors
Thank you to our PLATINUM Sponsor
Thank you to our SILVER Sponsors
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Make it stand out
Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
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.
