Potato Olympics

Our classroom teachers have been working extremely hard to make these next blocks of learning fun, engaging and hands on. They have developed the ‘Potato Olympics’ which begin with an opening ceremony on Monday the 29^th from 2:45PM. They would love to have families come along to the event if possible. Student will introduce their potato Olympian they have created and will go over the timetable of events. If you are free during that time, please come into our Opening Ceremony.

100 Days of School

On Friday the 26^th, Shaylee has organised a fantastic day of activities and fun for all Prep to Two students. This day is looking like it will be very exciting and joyful so thanks to Shaylee for all the work organising this event.

5/6 Netball

Best wishes to our 5/6 Netball team this Wednesday the 24^th  who are competing at Red Energy Centre against the other schools. Thanks to Katie Becker for volunteering to umpire the tournament, it is much appreciated. 

5/6 Football

On Tuesday the 30^th, our 5/6s are playing football at Kennington Primary School. We are teaming up with Axedale PS to create both a boys’ and girls’ team. More information about the day will be made over the coming days to families.

2025 Prep Enrolment

Just a reminder that if you know of anyone or are planning on enrolling your child at into Prep for 2025, please ensure that you have filled in all the relevant enrolment info and handed it back to Nikki by this Friday.

Lockdown Practice

On Friday afternoon, all students participated in a practice drill in case we ever needed to have a lockdown. It was great to see all students participate in a responsible manner and get back to all classroom quickly and carefully.

Computer Club

We have put a temporary stop to our Wednesday computer club. This is a trial as we are encouraging students to be active outside when possible, especially in these colder wetter months where we may be inside due to poor weather.

Parent Opinion Survey

Our school is conducting a survey to find out what parents/caregivers/guardians think of our school.
The Parent/Caregiver/Guardian Opinion Survey is an annual survey offered by the Department of Education that is designed to assist schools in gaining an understanding of families’ perceptions of school climate, student behaviour, and student engagement. The survey is optional but we encourage all families to participate. Our school will use the survey results to help inform and direct future school planning and improvement strategies.

All families are invited to participate in the survey. The survey will be open from July 26^th to August 30th. The survey will be conducted online, only takes 20 minutes to complete, and can be accessed at any convenient time within the survey period on desktop computers, laptops, tablets or smartphones. Please contact the office if you would like more information.

Old Tree Bell

Work is happening in this space and the bell is currently undergoing a restoration. Student feedback was sought into the re-design and location of the bell. Numerous plans were submitted, outlining various new ‘tree’ themed ideas as well as a few arches. School Council are currently working through the deign phase of the bell, a special thanks to Kevin Reade and Tim Arnold who are generously helping through the construction design. Watch this space!

Sue Lawson- CRT

Sue Lawson is backfilling Lydia over the next few weeks and working across the school in all classrooms. Sue is an experienced teacher that spent some time teaching in Northern Australia and is bringing along some learning programs from her experience. If you see Sue over the next two weeks, please say hello and make her feel welcome.

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JULY 

Friday 26th - 100 days of school celebration 
                 - 2025 Prep enrolments due 


AUGUST

Friday 9th - Tree Planting Day 

Thursday 15th - Discovery centre incursion 

Friday 16th - Writers Festival 3-6 


SEPTEMBER

Thursday 5th - Biolab Excursion 5-6

Thursday 12th - Prep/1/2 Stayback/Sleepover

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P/1 - Cooper.H - For his growth in responsibility for seeking out an adult to discuss issues that occur in the yard

2/3  - Levi.M -  For showing how kind, considerate and caring he can be.   

4/5/6 - Lexi.N - For such a great start to Term 3! Thanks for your hard work and positive contribution.



SPORTS AWARDS 

  
 






                       Watjarang  260

                                  Yuliwil   261   

                                               Bunjil  348 

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                                         ***URGENT*** 

***All SSB Uniform vouchers will expire at the end of June.  You only have 2 weeks left to order uniforms with the SSB money.  As of June 1st any unused voucher money will convert to School Based Activities money to be used for Camps/Sports/Excursions etc.  
 
***Book in your Parent/Teacher interviews for Thursday 3rd July (second last day of Term 2) Students are only required to be at school for the interview time. Please make sure they are wearing their school uniform.  


HATS 

Hats are required in Term 1 and can be purchased via MSC anytime.  We now also have a larger size hat that can be purchased through the MSC site.  
Hats and Beanies will still be required to buy through MY SCHOOL CONNECT until we have no stock on site then we will have hats and beanies available on the new EDUTHREADS uniform store. 


NEW ONLINE UNIFORM STORE

You can now order the new uniforms through here

 https://eduthreads.com.au/collections/eppalock-primary-school 

**Please note that all uniform vouchers will expire by June 30th 2025.




 
                                                                     

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Did you miss out last time?  Or loved your socks so much you want more?  Your in luck as we are having Round 2 for this fundraiser.  


The next closing date for orders is August 20th so think of fun patterns for Spring and what about those Father's Day gifts?



                  LAST DAY TO PLACE ORDERS!!!


To purchase your fun pair of patterned socks scan the QR code in the flyer below or head to https://jollysoles.com.au/collections/individual-pairs

 You MUST enter the discount code EPS50 to get our special discount (50% wohoo!!) And so that your purchase links to our school fundraiser

Detailed instructions on how to order can be found below.

ORDERS CLOSE @ 6AM August 20th.



How To:

1. Fill your basket.
2. Click basket.
3. Select YES to 'Do you have a fundraiser code'.
4. You MUST then enter the students name into the space provided or the person collecting the socks and their phone number.
5. Select Checkout (Once you do this you enter the discount code. I found this hard to find as I wanted to go right to paypal but it wouldn't let me put the discount code in).
6. Enter the code (EPS50) to make sure you get your 50% off.
7. Select your payment method including PayPal, GPay, credit card etc. And complete order.

NOTE: All orders will go to the school (even though it asks for your address) and they will all be shipped to school on the same day regardless of when you order.

Orders close at 6am August 20th!

Happy Shopping!!

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What is bookclub?  
https://www.eppalockps.vic.edu.au/uploaded_files/media/bookcluba5flyerissue6.pdf 

Please click this link to see issue 4 2025
https://www.scholastic.com.au/book-club/book-club-parents/book-club/


Please click on this link to set up your account
https://mybookclubs.scholastic.com.au/Parent/Login.aspx

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The Working with Children Check is a screening process for assessing or re-assessing people who work with or care for children in Victoria. 

At Eppalock PS we require any volunteers to have a current WWCC.

These checks are free for Volunteers. 
PLEASE CHECK TO SEE IF YOUR WWCC IS CURRENT AND THAT WE HAVE A COPY OF IT HERE AT THE SCHOOL.  I HAVE JUST UPDATED OUR FILES AND WE HAVE A LOT THAT ARE NO LONGER CURRENT GOING BY OUR RECORDS.

Please remember that you cannot help out with any school activities unless you have a current WWCC

Please follow this link to apply for a WWCC

https://www.workingwithchildren.vic.gov.au/

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OSHC ADVENTURES is at Eppalock PS 

Contacts
O493 870 743 - Eppalock Phone Service 
Admin@oshcadventures.com.au
www.oshcadventures.com.au

At OSHC Adventures we pride ourselves on
providing children with fun, play-based learning
experiences that meet all your child's
interests and needs.

You can be confident that your child is in
safe hands with our experienced and
passionate educators.

Our operating hours
After School Care- 3:15 - 6:00


Monthly Newsletter


OSHC Adventures - How to enrol your child into after school care 
https://www.eppalockps.vic.edu.au/uploaded_files/media/2parent_week__parent_pack.pdf


OSHC Adventures - Flyer
https://www.eppalockps.vic.edu.au/uploaded_files/media/3eppalock_ps_oshc_adventures.pdf


OSHC Adventures - Family Handbook
https://www.eppalockps.vic.edu.au/uploaded_files/media/family_handbook_oshc_adventures__eppalock.docx



OSHC Adventures - Eppalock Brochure
https://www.eppalockps.vic.edu.au/uploaded_files/media/oshc_eppalock_brochure_2024.pdf

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Locally owned businesses are owned by your friends and neighbours who live in this community. Local businesses generally

• make more local purchases
• are more invested in our community’s future
• create jobs in your town
• donate more per sales dollar to local nonprofits, events, and teams

       


If you would like to have your business displayed here or would like to update your business details, please call or email the school

• eppalock.ps@education.vic.gov.au
• 5439 6366

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