Mother’s Day Brekkie and Eppalock It In

A magnificent turnout for our annual Mother’s Day Brekkie saw many mum’s come along and have a nice brekkie and cuppa with their loved ones. A big thanks to all the people behind the organisation of this and a special thanks to all the cooks who made this day possible. A beautiful morning to celebrate our wonderful families.

Eppalock It In

Thanks to all families who came out for the second Eppalock It In. Thanks to our very talented ‘trivia enthusiast’ Tan, who provided extra activities that brought many smiles and laughs to the evening. If you came along or have any feedback as to how to improve, please pass them on to Andrew or Tan.

Cakes, Slices and Treats- Voting

Thanks to all the families who were able to bake something for our cake stall. The stall was a success, raising just over $600 for the school.

Athletics with Axedale Primary School-

On Friday the 9th, we are headed to the Flora Hill Athletics track for our annual Athletics day. On the day, students can travel to the event via a bus (departing from EPS at 9AM) however we ask that families arrange for their child to be picked up from Flora Hill on the day. If being driven to the track please make sure you are there by 9.15am. The day should finish around 2:15PM. We have had three parent volunteers put their hand up to help on the day. However, if you care able to help out and give them a break so they can watch their child for some of the day, it would be appreciated.

Pie Warmer Wednesdays

Our pie warmer Wednesday is back in action. On Wednesdays, students can bring along a lunch that can be heated in our pie warmer. Please ensure that the food is wrapped in aluminium foil and clearly named.

Year 7 Placement Packs

All Year 7 placement packs are due back to Michelle by this Thursday. We have had to reel in the timeline by a day due to Athletics Day.

P/1/ - Huddy.R - Huddy has had an awesome start to Term 2 and he has been working very hard to challenge himself in Maths while learning about location. He is a kind member of our classroom and shows great leadership.

2/3/4- Charlie.B - Charlie has had a great start to Term 2 and has continued to show a positive growth mindset in all of his subjects whilst giving his best effort. 

            Xavier.H--For his enthusiasm and hard work in writing last week.

4/5/6- Izaak.M -  For trying his best and completing set tasks, even around the challenges of a broken arm. 

                       Watjarang  137

                                  Yuliwil    155  

                                               Bunjil   155

Permission Notes
Athletics - uEducateUs - Whole school 
Cross Country - uEducateUs - 3-6 students

Both payments are to be made on My School Connect unless you plan on using SSB or CSEF. 
Please contact Nikki via email if you would like to use SSB or CSEF 



2026 Curriculum Contributions and Voluntry Contributions can be pd via MSC.  Thankyou to those that have already paid.  These contributions help to go towards the cost of implementing the programs the students use every day.   
                           

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 






 
                                                                     

Hi All,

The kids are well and truly settled in and ready for an exciting final term for 2025!

In wellbeing, the classrooms are diving back into Respectful Relationships, and are focusing on Positive Coping, where students develop language around coping, critically reflect on their coping and strategies and extend their repertoire of positive coping strategies.

While we have moved on from Friendology this term, we will revisit some components throughout the term, and when the need arises. We encourage families to do the same! A great one to know and to talk about is Friendship Fires: those little disagreements that can be normal in a healthy friendship (even as adults!). Grades 2-6 have explored this, and use this language often to talk about conflicts that happen in the yard.

You can read a great blog post about it here:

https://urstrong.com/resource/friendship-fire-or-mean-on-purpose/

There is also a fantastic visual that explains some strategies for Friendship Fires and Mean on Purpose:

Until next time!

Kellie

Eppalock Primary School will be celebrating its 150 year anniversary in 2026! The date has been set… Sunday 18th October 2026!!  Put it in your diaries and spread the word!

We have formed a committee to plan a celebration. Please let us know if you would like to help! 

To register your interest in joining the organising committee please email 150yearsEPS@gmail.com.  We are seeking both current and former EPS community members for the committee.

If you have any great photos, stories, or memorabilia from Eppalock Primary School over the last 150 years we would love to hear from you.  Please email them through to 150yearsEPS@gmail.com.

We look forward to celebrating this significant milestone in 2026.

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