Dernancourt School Newsletter

Wow what a term we have had!

We are grateful to be able to say that we have achieved so much in such and interrupted start to the year.

We have admired the way that our learners have attended each day keen to grow their skills and knowledge. We have watched them tackle tasks with curiosity and wonder and been reminded that learning and school are so important.

We have appreciated the support of families who have supported their children to adapt to changes. Families have had to share news about the changes we have had to implement to ensure health and safety, this has been difficult at times, especially if the First Day at school was no longer a Monday, that for some were not returning until mid-February, home learning was back, swimming was cancelled, excursions were changed, friends and staff were going to be away, circuit breakers were enforced or PCRs recommended.. just to name a few.

Our staff have again been amazing, having to adapt to other daily changes as well as those listed above as well as for  some having  to do daily RAT test for weeks on end. They have remained committed to student learning and supporting wellbeing.

There are some changes that we are hoping to see next term though these will allow us to reconnect with our community. We are looking forward to having volunteers and community at our Working Bee on 14th May and at the Federal Election BBQ.

We hope that you all enjoy a happy and safe Easter and school holidays and look forward to seeing everyone return on 2nd May 2022.

This term eight classes have been lucky enough to enjoy a day at Gorge Wildlife Park. The weather was perfect for both groups allowing everybody  to enjoy looking at, feeding and continuing their learning about Australian animals.

Student comments about the excursion

Harry (J4) - I loved the penguins

Kayode (P3) - I enjoyed feeding the wallabies

Chloe (P4) - I liked it when Mrs Crompton took a photo of the class on the tractor

Declan (P4) - I enjoyed looking at the wombats in their den

Thomas (P10) - I loved patting the koala

Sophia (P10) - I enjoyed looking at the dingoes

Students unable to fulfill their responsibilities will need to arrange a replacement and email Anita and their class teacher.

We have just finished our first season of basketball. We have had two teams running through the season both in under 8 in the ACBA competition. Both teams have been improving and every week work hard to represent their school with great sportsmanship and having lots of fun on the court.

Please see attachment re junior football games. We are definitely looking for players and volunteers to assist in whatever role they are comfortable with. If someone wants to be involved we can find a role.

Cheers

Please feel free to call or pass my contact details on if required.

0417 085 215

Ian

ianjwhistler@gmail.com