Squash is not just a fruit; it is also a popular international sport played in over 150 countries by 20 million people, including our 4/5 students!

As part of our racquet sport focus this term our 4/5 class travelled to Parsons Sport Centre in Derwent Park, the closest Squash courts to the Derwent Valley. The students were able to transfer their racquet skills from badminton and tennis to the sport of squash. Everyone did a fantastic job trying something new and having a go – and even learning how to score!

We would like to thank Josh and Lochie from Parsons Sport for assisting us with booking our session and learning to play this game! A big thank you to Mrs Watt and Mrs Verrills for accompanying us on our excursion.

Every year the Department for Education, Children and Young People conducts School Satisfaction Surveys to find out what your chid(ren)’s school does well and where it may improve.  We would be grateful if you could complete our online survey about Molesworth Primary School, and the link is provided in the PDF below. Your feedback is very important to help us inform our school planning and decision-making.

https://molesworthps.schoolzineplus.com/_file/media/7280/family_survey_reminder.pdf

On Wednesday 3^rd September, we celebrated National Health & Physical Education (HPE) Day! Our students participated in a variety of indoor games due to the rainy weather! We focused on working together and having fun whilst being active. Thank you to our sport leaders for assisting in planning the activities for the early childhood classes.

National HPE Day is a nationwide initiative that highlights the importance of HPE and its influence on the learning and development of children. Research shows that children’s participation in physical activity leads to better student engagement, improved academic achievement, encourages lifelong participation, and better health outcomes in adult life! Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, or teacher - everyone has a role to play in helping young people take a step towards leading healthier and happier lives!

At our school, we’re committed to making sure every child and young person receives the literacy support they need—when they need it. That’s why we use a consistent, evidence-based approach across all Department schools called the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS).

Here’s how MTSS works:

• Tier 1 – For all students: Every child is taught to read using proven, evidence-based teaching strategies.
• Tier 2 – For some students: Those who need extra time and practice with specific literacy skills work in smaller groups. Once they’ve mastered the skill, they return to Tier 1.
• Tier 3 – For a few students: These learners receive one-on-one support to help them learn specific literacy skills, alongside the learning in Tiers 1..

This system ensures that every student gets the right amount of help at the right time. Whether it’s extra practice or individual support, MTSS is our way of making sure no student is left behind in their literacy journey.

If you have any questions or would like to learn more about how your child’s learning is supported, please don’t hesitate to reach out to your child’s teacher.

Following the success of this year’s combined cross-country carnival with Collinsvale Primary, we are excited to share that this year’s swimming carnival (optional for Year 3-6 students) will also be combined between both schools. This is another opportunity for our students to enjoy some friendly competition and build on the connections we have made between our wider school communities.

Our combined swimming carnival is an optional event for years 3, 4, 5 and 6 that are confident 25m and 50m swimmers. Teaming up means we can create a lively and fun atmosphere where everyone gets involved, cheer each other on, and celebrate their efforts. It’s all about challenging ourselves, supporting one another, and embracing school spirit!

Here’s what you need to know:

Date & Time: Wednesday 15^th October (Term 4 Week 1) at the New Norfolk Pool from 12:30pm-2pm

Students attending: Students attending will still be required to wear their full school uniforms and will need to bring, a packed recess and lunch, water, hat, bathers, towel, plastic bag for wet clothes and as per our Sun Smart Policy, rash-vest or t-shirt. Sunscreen will be provided at the pool. Swimming caps will not be provided, we encourage you to bring your own – at the SPSSA swimming carnival, students are required to wear swimming caps. While students are not racing they will be required to wear their hat and be in the shade. The pool cost for students will be covered by the schools.

Students will leave school at approximately 12:00pm, travel by bus to the New Norfolk Pool and return in time for normal end of day (approximately 2:15pm). 

On the day if you are intending to take your child home from New Norfolk Pool at the completion of the Swimming Trials please see Mrs Smith so we can check them off our list.

Families Welcome! Come to the Pool, cheer on our students, and enjoy the day. Parents/carers are more than welcome to come and support our students. Parents wishing to attend may need to pay an entry fee.

If you do come along and are taking photos of your children, make sure that other children are not in the photo/background. To protect all our students participating, please do not film the races; not all our students have photo permissions.

Ribbons and Certificates: Similar to our combined cross-country carnivals earlier in the year, each school will issue separate ribbons and certificates. Although students will compete together, results will be tracked separately for each school. This way, students from each school have the opportunity to challenge one another, and everyone gets the chance to be recognised for their achievements.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to message Miss Kathryn Gourlay via Seesaw or by calling our School Office.