Newsletter - Week 2, Term 4, 2025
Principal's Message
Term 4 Off and Running: What a fantastic start to Term 4 we’ve had! Last week’s SRC Induction and PBL Assembly was a wonderful way to kick off the term. Thank you to all the parents for your attendance. It was wonderful to see a full hall. Our Year 4 students also had an amazing time at their first overnight camp to Wellington Caves and Burrendong Dam. We are so proud of their behaviour and the fun they had exploring and learning together. A big thank you to all the staff who supported the camp, especially Mrs O'Brien for coordinating all the swim testing.
We have had some wonderful sporting results to kickstart Term 4, Angus Walker has been selected to attend the Barça Academy training clinic in Barcelona next March for his exceptional soccer skills and we couldn't be prouder of his achievement. Vienna Letourneau ran a PB at the PSSA State Athletics in very hot conditions with a time of 14.93 seconds in her 100m heat. Vienna is ranked 32nd in the state - what a wonderful result, well done Vienna!
Pink Up Mudgee and Grandparents Day: Today we joined the Mudgee community in raising money and awareness through Pink Up Mudgee. It’s wonderful to be part of a community that comes together for such important causes, right here at home. Thank you to everyone for your support! We were also delighted to welcome grandparents to our school for this special day. We love connecting with you and hope you enjoyed your time at MPS, the yummy treats available at our Pink Up Stall, and visiting your grandchildren's classroom. MPS have raised an impressive $3083.95 towards Pink Up Mudgee. A special portion of that was raised by Year 3 student, Nelly Spradbrow, who once again made lovely pieces of jewellery to sell to staff. Amazing work, Nelly!
Student Wellbeing Play: A huge congratulations to Mrs Osborne and the cast of our Little Mermaid play who performed at lunchtime today. This idea came from our new Student Wellbeing SRC portfolio. In their very first meeting they decided to put on a play to enhance wellbeing across the school - and that they did!! It was marvellous. The cast was magnificent - there was singing, dancing, acting, props, costumes, laughter and a huge crowd. I am incredibly proud of all students. Thanks to those who came to watch.
The cast of the 2025 Little Mermaid Student Wellbeing Play (How cool are the costumes???)
Mudgee Beginners: For families with children starting Kindergarten next year, don’t forget to register for the Mudgee Beginners program. The program will begin on Wednesday, 5th November, and will run each Wednesday for five weeks. This year, we will be offering two time slots each Wednesday, allowing families to select the time that best suits them. Families are asked to meet at the Kindergarten entrance at the front of the school, where we will take the children into the Kindergarten classrooms for their Beginners session.
Enrolments and Leavers: We are already planning ahead for 2026! If you know your child will be leaving Mudgee Public School next year, or if you are thinking about it, please let the office and your child’s class teacher know as soon as possible. If you have friends or family looking to enrol, encourage them to get in touch with us. We can organise school tours and provide all necessary information. Use the enrolment link below or email us at mudgee-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au if your child will be leaving.
World Teachers Day: Next Friday 31 October, we celebrate World Teachers’ Day. The perfect opportunity to acknowledge the incredible teachers at Mudgee Public School. Our staff are caring, compassionate, highly skilled, approachable, and deeply committed to our school community. It is a privilege to work alongside such awesome educators who make a positive difference in the lives of our students every single day. I have the privlege of seeing this first hand. Please join me in thanking and acknowledging our amazing teaching staff.
Have a great week ahead.
Mr Carters
Principal
Principal's Awards
Congratulations to the following students who have received a Principal or Deputy Principal Award over the past fortnight.
BILBIES - Lincoln Keys ROSELLAS - Austin Tahu MEERKATS - Harry Marks, Teliah Vallette YAMBA - Nelle Spradbrow SOFALA - Tiyce Kelle-Browne
Students of the Week
Term 3
CLASS | WEEK 1 | WEEK 2 |
| Echidnas | Florence Cochrane | |
| Chameleons | ||
| Koalas | Lucy George | |
| Bilbies | Dominic Taurino | |
| Meerkats | Teliah Vallette | |
| Rosella | Maddie Butler | |
| Quokkas | Dimity Curtis | |
| Manly Magpies | Levi Amos | |
| Pink | ||
| Purple | Oliver Marshall | |
| Orange | ||
| Yellow | Lily Memorey | |
| Blue | ||
Red | ||
| Green | Hunter Taurino | |
| Yamba | Dayne Taurino | |
| Donnellyville | Declan Robinson-Smith | |
| Daintree | Tessa Crowther | |
| Berry | Odella Fahey-Leigh | |
| Sofala | Darcy Cunningham | |
| Namatjira | Wesley Curtis | |
| Laver | Kaylee Robertson | |
| Hollows | Beau Hawkins | |
| Freeman | Wyatt Dally | |
| Bradfield | Gracie Jackson |
Library News
Book Club - Issue 7 is open for orders! Brochures have gone home with students. The due date for all cash and online orders is Friday October 31st. Please make sure all orders are completed by then as no late orders can be accepted. Thanks.
PRC - Congratulations to the students who finished their Premiers Reading Challenge last Term! Although numbers were down this year, it was good to see the consistency of some students completing the challenge. Your certificates will be ready in the coming weeks.
The Great Book Swap - I have continued the Great Book Swap this term and set up an area in the library, for students wishing to swap a gold coin for a book. This is to support the Indigenous Literacy Foundation who provide access to literacy resources for schools in remote areas. Thank you to those who have already donated to the cause. More information can be found at https://www.ilf.org.au/
Overdue Books - There are a lot of overdue books across the school at the moment. Please check your shelves at home and return any books that belong to MPS.
Happy Reading!
P&C Canteen News
Community Notices
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