Winters Flat Primary School eNewsletter

Monday 4th - Friday 8th August

Dental Van at school

Monday 11th August

3/4C Assembly

Monday 18th August

Book Week Dress Up Day

Tuesday 19th August

Loddon Mallee Soccer Finals - Boys team

Friday 22nd August

Trivia Night - tickets available here

Friday 29th August

Wear it Purple Day - gold coin donation

Monday 25th August

2/3H Assembly

Thursday 4th September

School production - tickets available here

Friday 5th September

Curriculum Day - tbc

Monday 8th September

1/2A Assembly

Tuesday 9th September

P/1J parent teacher interviews

Tuesday 16th September

Whole school excursion - more info to come

Friday 19th September

Last day of Term 3

STAFFING CHANGES TERM 3

Fiona is on Long Service Leave until 25^th August, and we wish bon voyage and safe travels to her and Sam. The teachers covering P/1J are Sashi Mon & Tues and Liz D Wed – Fri. Welcome to Scott Buchanan our new Performing Arts teacher. Performing Arts sessions are Mondays for P-6. Welcome also to Simon Robins who has joined the Education Support Staff Team.

We are now hosting the School Support Staff for the Mt Alexander/Goldfields area at Winters Flat. Farewell to Sophie Sheilds who is focussing on her studies and continuing to work at OSHClub. We have a 1.0 ES position currently advertised on the Department of Education recruitment website.

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100 DAYS OF PREP TODAY

Today marks the first hundred days of school for the students in Prep. The prep children had a dress up day as “100-year-olds” with Liz D. I asked Arci, Aloysius, Goldie T, Ida, Marla and Poppy their thoughts.

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How did you feel when you started school on your first day?

‘Nervous and scared” Poppy,

“Nervous” Ida,

“A bit nervous”, Arci

“A bit nervous and a bit brave” Goldie T

“I felt fine” Marla

“Excited!” Aloysius

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How do you feel about school now?

“It’s good” Poppy

“Happy!” Goldie T, Aloysius & Arci

“School’s okay” Marla

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What’s something you’ve learned this year?

“Some words like pot - P O T” Poppy

“Numbers, Reading” Marla

“I can read now” Goldie T

“How to make words” Aloysius

“60 + 60=120” Arci

“I can do cartwheels now.” Ida

What would you love to do when you grow up?

“A gamer” Arci

“A doctor” Goldie T

“I don’t know” Marla

“A rock star” Poppy

“A dancer” Ida

“Footy player” Aloysius

PARENT TEACHER INTERVIEWS THIS WEEK

These can be booked via Xuno. Please us know at winters.flat.ps@education.vic.gov.au if you were unable to schedule a time with your child’s teacher.

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NAPLAN RESULTS YEAR 3 AND YEAR 5

Once again, we celebrate the efforts of our students in Year 3 and Year 5. Well done for your achievements and for participating in the testing. Online testing is one aspect of the Winters Flat assessment schedule, which gives us feedback about teaching and learning priorities.

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NCCD (NATIONALLY CONSISTENT COLLECTION OF DATA)

WHAT MUST SCHOOLS DO FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITY?

All students have the right to a quality learning experience at school. Students with disability must be able to take part in education without discrimination and on the same basis as other students. To ensure this, schools must make reasonable adjustments if needed for students with disability. Educators, students, parents, guardians, carers and others (eg health professionals) must work together to ensure that students with disability can take part in education. The Disability Discrimination Act 1992 and the Disability Standards for Education

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NEW WINTERS FLAT DRESS CODE

Following community consultation last term, the attached Dress Code outlines our expectations of wearing uniform at school and follows the recommendations of the Department of Education policy. Staff will continue to encourage students to wear uniform at school and on excursions. Please discuss this with your children. Second-hand uniform items are available from the office at low cost.

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TRIVIA NIGHT FRIDAY 22^nd AUGUST CAMPBELLS CREEK COMMUNITY CENTRE

There are still some tables (8 people) available, as well as individual spots Please see further details in this Flat Chat.

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THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 4^TH PERFORMANCE BOOKING FAST

We have almost sold out of seats! At this stage we are investigating the option of an additional daytime performance. We will let you know if this can be organised.

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FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 5^TH TERM 3 CURRICULUM DAY

We have tentatively proposed Friday 5^th September as our Term 3 Curriculum Day following the school performance the night before. We have requested OSHClub to run a program and will confirm as soon as we know whether that is possible.

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VOLUNTEERS

Volunteers are welcome in every classroom as well as the Kitchen/Garden and specialist areas.

If you have the time and inclination, please let us know. Volunteers at school must have a Working with Children Check.

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BIRTHDAYS

Happy Birthday to you…

Nessie turned 6 during the holidays
Ottilie turned 7 during the holidays
Ryan turned 8 last week
Hunter turned 10 last week
Hikaru turned 7 at the weekend
Rafiki turns 7 this week
Hank turns 7 this week
PE Sam has a birthday this week

Hip Hip Hooray

Hooray Hip Hip

Suzanne Kinnersly
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Communication Channels

Please ensure that you are reading the newsletter every fortnight, as this is our main channel of communication. The calendar at the top of the newsletter is updated with known important dates. Due to the fortnightly nature of the newsletter, some upcoming items may not be know at the time of publishing.

Please also ensure that you are checking XUNO regularly for upcoming excursions, upcoming events on the calendar, messages and to log attendance reason entries.

Although we do our best to give as much notice as possible, there will sometimes be information or events that come up with little notice. In these instances, we will send an email through XUNO.

The class WhatsApp groups are a fantastic way for parents to connect, please see Kitty or Karen if you have not yet joined. Although WhatsApp is a quick form of communication, please ensure that you are first checking the newsletter and XUNO, or contact the office.

If you have questions or concerns regarding excursions, events, attendance, or other matters, please call the office on 5472 1522 or email winters.flat.ps@education.vic.gov.au.

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Karen & Kitty

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Donations Wanted!

We would love donations of suitable items or vouchers to use as prizes on the night. Booze, food and gift vouchers are always winners, but if parents could also donate services - 2 hours gardening/cleaning gutters/handy man, bike riding/roller skating lessons, etc.

Tickets Selling Fast!

We have limited tickets left, so please get in quick if you would like to book a table or seat. If purchasing seats, please pop a note in to let us know your child's year level so we can sit you with folks from there cohort.

Purchase Trivia Night tickets here.

SECOND SHOW BEING ADDED!

Our 7pm show is almost sold out! There are only a few seats left, so get in quick for the evening performance.

The second show will run at 12pm, 4th of September 2025 at Phee Broadway Theatre.

Once we get the event page set up, we will email an event link to families asap, look out for it in your inboxes. If you have extended family, that you were unable to secure tickets for, please share the link with them.

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Parent Helpers Wanted!

We would love parent helpers to get on board! Get in touch if you have skills that could support our production. If there are any professional videographers in our community, that would be amazing! Get in touch with AnneMaree. AnneMaree.Jones@education.vic.gov.au

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Why We Celebrate Wear It Purple Day

Supporting LGBTQIA+ Youth and Their Mental Health

Wear It Purple Day is a powerful opportunity to show support for LGBTQIA+ young people and affirm that they have the right to be proud of who they are, feel safe in their environment, and be celebrated for their diversity. The theme of Wear It Purple 2025 is simple: "Bold Voices, Bright Futures”.

When schools and communities actively take part in this day of celebration, it sends a strong message of inclusion and visibility to young people who may otherwise feel isolated or misunderstood.

Research tells us that LGBTQIA+ youth are at a higher risk of experiencing anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts—not because of their identity, but because of stigma, discrimination, and lack of acceptance. When young people feel seen, respected, and valued, their mental health outcomes improve dramatically.

By celebrating Wear It Purple Day, we are:

Teaching children the values of kindness, respect, and inclusion.
Letting every student know they are valued and supported just as they are.
Helping to build strong mental wellbeing by showing children they are not alone.
Showing our LGBTQIA+ student and their families that they are welcome and supported.
Promoting safe and inclusive environments for all young people.
Opening up important conversations about respect, diversity, and mental health.
Helping reduce the stigma that surrounds gender and sexual diversity.

Ultimately, it's about creating a culture where every young person feels like they belong. That sense of belonging is one of the most protective factors for mental health—and it’s something we can all help build together.

ON FRIDAY THE 29^TH OF AUGUST, YOUR CHILD CAN DRESS IN PURPLE IF THEY CHOOSE. STUDENTS FROM THE WINTERS FLAT RAINBOW NETWORK WILL VISIT CLASSROOMS TO OFFER WEAR IT PURPLE DAY BRACELETS FOR $1-$3. ALL MONEY WILL GO TO THIS STUDENT GROUP TO PURCHASE CRAFT AND OTHER ITEMS TO RUN THE THURSDAY LUNCH TIME CLUB.