Marnebek Newsletter

1st November

Issue 16

Message from the Principal’s Office

Dear Parents, Guardians, and School Community,

As we progress through the term, I’d like to take a moment to reflect on the recent events at our school, celebrate our achievements, and share some important news.

Farewell to Austin Ngov

It is with deep sadness that I share the news of the passing of one of our beloved students, Austin Ngov. Austin has been part of our school community since Prep, and his kindness, enthusiasm, and bright spirit have touched all who knew him. He will be greatly missed by his classmates, teachers, and the entire school community. Our hearts go out to Austin's family, and our thoughts are with them during this profoundly difficult time. We will be holding a special tribute in the weeks to come to honour Austin’s memory, details will be shared soon with those who wish to join.

Interschool Sports Update

Our interschool sports program is in full swing, with our teams actively participating in indoor cricket and softball. The students have shown impressive skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship, representing our school with pride. It’s wonderful to see their dedication and enthusiasm as they compete against other schools. We look forward to cheering on our teams in the upcoming games and wish them all the best!

Secondary School Information Night

A reminder to families of Year 6 students that our Secondary School Information Night is coming up on Wednesday 6th November. This will be held at the Corrigans Road Campus, starting at 5:00 pm. This is a great opportunity for parents and students to learn more about the transition to secondary school, meet some of the teaching staff, and explore the programs and opportunities available. We encourage all interested families to attend and bring along any questions you may have.

Thank you for your continued support and involvement in our school community. We look forward to a successful term together!

Liam Mara

Campus Principal (Secondary School)

Key Dates & Events

Term 4 2024 | Term Dates:

7th October - 20th December

5th November
Melbourne Cup Day (Public Holiday)

6th - 8th November
Blackwood Super Ride Camp | Select Students

12th November
Term 4 SSG Day

13th November
Year 4-12 Athletics Carnival

19th November
Year 7 & 10 School Vaccine Program

5th December
Year 12 Graduation Evening

16th December
Year 6 Graduation Evening

19th December
Last Day for students

20th December
Curriculum Day - No students required

Please note: All dates are correct at the time of publishing. Information will be posted on Compass regarding these planned events, nearer to the date.

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Compass Parent Portal

How To : Book Term 4 SSG Meeting

Compass Tip

Bookings can be made on Compass online:

On the home screen, beside the student you wish to make bookings for, click ‘Book Parent Student Teacher Conference’.
A list of parent-teacher conference cycles will be displayed along with their booking status. Click on the relevant cycle.
Your booking sheet will be displayed and will show your available booking times. Click on a time in the grid to display teachers available for booking at that time

Or via the Compass App:

From the Compass home screen on your app, select the menu (top left) and click Conferences.
From the list of parent-teacher conference cycles.
Select the relevant cycle you wish to book for.
Select the student you wish to place a booking for
Select the class or interview group
Click on a time slot to make a booking and confirm

If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact the office on 5996 3858.

New Holland Drive - 1A

This term, our 1A students are having exciting hands-on experiences in science classes! We explored the wonderful world of chemistry by making our very own Play-doh and fluffy paint. The children were thrilled to become mini scientists, mixing different ingredients and discovering how materials change when combined.

We’re so proud of how engaged and curious our little learners were during these lessons, and we can’t wait to continue exploring more fun and educational science projects!

Breakfast Club 🍎🍊

Our program offers a fun and engaging environment where children can start their day with nutritious food. We believe that a positive morning routine sets the tone for a successful day ahead. Your child will have the opportunity to socialise, learn new skills, and build lasting friendships.

We would be delighted to welcome them into our community. Please consider joining us – we look forward to having your child be part of our Breakfast Club family!

Corrigans Rd - Senior Playground

Our senior campus at Corrigans Road welcomes the exciting addition of a brand new playground! A space for students who prefer an alternative activity during recess and lunch.

The playground is equipped with a spinner, turnover bars, a netted basket, and elevated platforms accessible via different methods of climbing to challenge almost every student. The spinner allows students to enjoy challenging their sense of balance while the turnover bars are used by students who enjoy being upside down or working out; while climbing encourages students to use both sides of their brain and problem solve. The elevated platforms fill the need for those who enjoy being up high to watch the clouds go by.

With the sun shining in Term 4, the students have made full use of the playground, enjoying the thrill of being on the netted platform, while also being able to watch their friends play basketball. At Corrigans Road, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. 😊