Dear Parents, Guardians and Carers,

It was wonderful to welcome back our students and families on Wednesday after another stint in remote learning. The happy faces and chatter ringing throughout the school was a delight to hear.

I would like to congratulate the students for their positive attitude and how they participated in their learning. I have been delighted by the work produced and the time taken in the presentation of tasks.

It was wonderful to hear recitations and class songs for the up and coming Sixtieth Yarram Eisteddfod. The students have worked considerably hard on learning their poems, songs and play characters. The dates for the Eisteddfod have been rescheduled for Tuesday 17^th August through to Sunday 23^rd August.   

First World Day for Grandparents and the elderly was celebrated on 25^th July, with the theme being “I am with you always” Whilst working with the Grade 2/3 students on Wednesday. We reflected on the qualities and characteristics of their Grandparents and how special they are in their lives. The children were able to articulate their thoughts beautifully through letters to their Grandparents, and I have attached some letters to celebrate these loved members of our families.

Tomorrow July 30^th, the staff will be involved in a Professional Development Day; therefore, we have a school closure day.

Enjoy the long weekend.

Kind Regards,

Maria.

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Thank you for all the love you give me and for helping me when I need help. You are like  superheroes to everyone and you are both special in your own  way. You are always loving and caring to everyone and there is so much more l could tell you. You are very different and that’s what makes you amazing. Love Jikaya

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You are so kind and special to me. I love it when I come for a sleepover, and when I play with the baby lambs. It means a lot to me when I play with the dolls from when mum was a little girl.

 Love  Amba❤️?

To Grandma,

I love you, and I love making cakes with you.

I love our cakes we make, and I love sneaking in a taste test with you.  It is much fun, and it is good. I love it when you get me pancakes, and when we go to get breakfast together.

 Love Jaycee.❤️

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Dear Nanny,

I love you. You’re the best Nanny and you always take care of me and I get to see you on FaceTime.

Love Mia.?

I made this poster during remote schooling about the Olympics and I wish the competitors the very best.  By Shekinah.

I made a poster about the Olympics and a letter to Keagan Palmer. He is a really good skateboard rider.  By Harry

I made a sparkly poster for the Olympians because they train so much and put so much effort into what they do. By Ava.M

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