WELLBEING
Student Parliament: Student Voice
Congratulations to our newly elected Class Representatives from Years 2-6. They have attended their first student Parliament meeting last Tuesday and will be working hard with their ministers in leading school and student decision making and supporting student-driven initiatives in 2025. The class representatives will be presented their badges at K-6 Assembly in Week 7. Below is the 2025 Student Parliament Flowchart.
We would also like to welcome our teacher mentors, Miss Simpson for Sport and Rec, Mr Diep for Media and Tech, Mrs Galati (Parliament Coordinator) for Sustainability and Environment and Ms Prothero (Parliament Coordinator) for Wellbeing and Safety.
Backflips Against Bullying
On Thursday, 27 February, students in Years K-2 and Years 3-6 attended our incursion called Backflips Against Bullying. Staff and students enthusiastically participated in the energetic performance that thoroughly reinforced: resilience, Cyber-Bullying, physical, verbal and social harassment, consequences of our actions, and that acknowledging our mistakes leads to change. The key message is treat others the way you want to be treated. Mr Di Mauro was very resilient!
Interrelate's Tricky Talks - Formerly Family Evening Session
Stephanie McKell, Senior Educator at Interrelate, presented engaging and informative sessions; Session 1: Where did I come from? (Years 3 & 4) and Session 2: Preparing for Puberty (Years 5 & 6)
The face-to-face sessions successfully provided opportunities for parents and children to discuss various aspects of sexuality and puberty in an informal way. These sessions greatly set the foundations for further facilitation of communication between parents and their children and encourages young people to take their questions, problems and concerns to their parents.
The excellent attendance reflected the importance of the partnership of parents in education. Thank you!
Stewart House Donation Drive
In Term 1,Week 8, Student Parliament Wellbeing and Safety Ministers will be distributing Donation Drive envelopes to the eldest child in each family. Your support is needed to ensure the longevity of our unique residential program.
Stewart House is the NSW Department of Education’s Charity of Choice. Since 1931, nearly a century, Stewart House has been a beacon of hope and healing for public school children in need across NSW and the ACT. Each year, 1,600 children facing difficult times stay at this beachside haven for a 12-day program focused on health, wellbeing, and fun—all at no cost to their families. Funded entirely by donations and school fundraising, the program provides everything from dental and vision checks to confidence-building activities, ensuring children receive the care and support they need to reset and thrive. Stewart House’s vision is to inspire children to see beyond their present circumstances and embrace real hope and aspirations for a brighter future.
Show your support for children in need and enter for a chance to win a $4,000 travel voucher! The draw will take place in Term 2 on Friday, 23 May 2025. Online payments are encouraged, and families can scan the QR code( below) on the envelope to pay, record the receipt number, and return the envelope to the school office to enter the draw!
Please read the full terms and conditions for the draw and contact our office if you require further assistance.
DART Learning Virtual Excursion: Visit us at our house (Stage 3)
Students in Stage 3 joined Queensland schools to participate in a fun and interactive program via ZOOM, where they learnt about the Westminster system and how democracy developed in Australia, as well as how the Parliament of NSW works and how laws are made.
This program is based on the History K–10 NSW Syllabus for the Australian Curriculum: Civics and Citizenship.
Years 5/6 students explored:
- the development of democracy in the early colony of NSW
- the Westminster based bicameral system and the function of the Chambers
- the levels of government
- how laws are made
- the current state Member and their role in the NSW Parliament
- the role of the Serjeant-at-Arms and the Usher of the Black Rod
DART Learning for Teachers/Parents/Students
What is Dart Learning? https://youtu.be/rXQfKyLX1UE
DART Learning, bringing the world to your classroom
Ryde Schools' Performing Arts Festival Look to The Sky Art Competition
In 2025, the Ryde Schools' Performing Arts Festival committee would like to give students from participating schools the opportunity to submit artwork that may be used in promotion materials for this year's Look to The Sky festival.
Each school may submit 1 artwork that will be considered for use in the festival for one or more of the following purposes.
- Student artwork for Ryde Schools’ Performing Arts Festival
In 2025 interested schools will have the opportunity to submit student artwork for the festival. Festival artwork will convey the theme for this year’s concert, Look to The Sky, and will be used in a variety of ways.
Festival artwork may be used for:
- Ryde Schools’ Performing Arts Festival 2025 logo
- Ryde Schools’ Performing Arts Festival 2025 t-shirt
- Ryde Schools’ Performing Arts Festival 2025 program
- Ryde Schools’ Performing Arts Festival 2025 Google Site
- Sydney Opera House ticketing website for the Ryde Schools’ Performing Arts Festival 2025
- Sydney Opera House What’s On landing page link to Ryde Schools’ Performing Arts Festival 2025
Please submit your artworks to Ms Prothero.
Parents Guide - Respectful Relationships
From early childhood, children begin to form their understanding of empathy, communication, and the importance of healthy, positive relationships. This guide supports parents in nurturing these essential skills at home, using age-appropriate books and practical discussion points. Drawing from the federal Respectful Relationships initiative, which empowers schools and communities to foster equality, respect, and resilience, this resource offers a curated selection of literature and activities designed to help your child build meaningful connections.
Whether you're reading together at home or discussing themes throughout daily life, the books and strategies here will help strengthen your child’s understanding of respect, responsibility, and kindness. Each book is paired with guiding questions to spark thoughtful discussions and help your child reflect on important values such as empathy, conflict resolution, and understanding others. These questions are designed to encourage meaningful conversations that support the development of emotional intelligence, communication skills, and positive social behaviour.
Access the Parents Guide: Respectful Relationships here https://www.canva.com/design/DAGew74yV3o/tC3uxfuCMkOJAQpSI433gQ/view?utm_content=DAGew74yV3o&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h245126abc6
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Year 6 Easter Raffle
COMING SOON!
Drawn in Week 11
We are halfway through the term already! Students have settled into new classes, school routines and are enthusiastically participating in all their diverse and engaging learning and activities! 5 weeks to go!