Hello Everyone,

3Rs - Episode 2

Last week, WPPS revealed our new values system, the School Wide Positive Behaviour Support framework, including our new norms, the 3Rs: Respect, Responsibility and Resilience.

Next week, we move on to showcasing our next value and space, Responsibility in All Spaces with our three expectations:

• We are honest and own our actions
• We are in the right place at the right time
• We took after our own and others’ belongings

To view our latest Episode - Responsibility in All Spaces - click HERE

House Athletics
Last Friday, our Year 3-6 students enjoyed an action-packed House Athletics Day at Hagenauer Reserve, joining with Box Hill North Primary School for a fantastic day of friendly competition and school spirit. Students enthusiastically took part in a range of events including long jump, triple jump, high jump, discus, shot put, hurdles, overhand throw and running races.

It was wonderful to see so many students proudly dressed in their house colours, cheering each other on and giving their best effort in every event. The day was filled with energy, sportsmanship and some outstanding performances. A huge congratulations to all students for their participation and achievements!

We now look forward to seeing our selected athletics team represent our school at the District Athletics Carnival on Thursday 11th September at the Doncaster Athletics Track. Go team!

Year 5 Public Speaking Incursion
Last Thursday, Year 5 students were fortunate enough to participate in a debating incursion run by students from Salesian College.

Kara
The debating incursion was really fun and helpful. They taught us a lot of things like how to structure a speech and how to use our body language properly and what not to do with our hands. As I was part of the debate held at the end, I personally think it was a great experience for more opportunities in life later on. I thought that having a debate against the other class at the end of the incursion was a great idea, when I heard that we were going to have a debate at the end I was instantly engaged.   

Lexi
I thought that the Salesian people who came in were really helpful and nice. They helped us to speak loudly with our chin up, to show really good body language and to use our words really wisely. We learnt how to debate, and we were debating on why homework should be banned. It was a really fun experience and they did a really amazing job explaining all about debates, and now I am so much more confident with my public speaking thanks to them. That was such an amazing experience. 

Sophie 
On the day that Salesian College came I was so happy. We learnt how to debate, which was very helpful. We learnt how to speak out loud and confidently. We also learnt how to use our body language while doing a debate or a speech out loud. My favourite bit of the day was certainly the debate about homework. Three people got chosen to make a speech and debate about the topic of homework. I was so engaged through the whole thing! Personally, I think that it was very helpful and engaging.

Upcoming Book Week / Book Character Parade
Book Week is fast approaching, beginning in just over a week. This years theme is Book an Adventure! 2025 is also celebrating a milestone of 80 years of Children’s Book Week, for more information please go HERE!

To mark the occasion, WPPS will be holding our famous Book Character Parade on Friday, 22nd August at our 9.15 Assembly. Come dressed up as your favourite book character.

Our Students
Students of the Week!

Term 3 Week 3
Class	Student
FA	Cressida B	FB	Ethan B
12A	Archie K	12B	Evelyn L
12C	Nelson W & Carey Z
3A	Mason K	3B	Ellie AY
4A	Kasper R	4B	Austin H
5A	Byron W	5B	Lily AW
6A	Naomi X	6B	Aaryan D

Mathletics Champion
A round of applause for:
                                                         Betty B 6A

who has excelled in Mathletics this week through consistent participation and impressive performance. Well done Betty!

House Points
The House Points have been collected for this week.  The winning house decorates the trophy with their colours and has it displayed in the foyer of the school. 

Our Staff
Sarah Nolan  - Visual Arts Teacher
It has been such an enjoyable few years in the Art Room at Wattle Park since I started back in 2022.  I have been able to get to know every student for who they are in the Art Room, their passions, their strengths and what they want to learn more about. 

With the Art Show fast approaching in Term 4 you may see my head spinning a little, my desk a bit more disorganised while the children are working really hard to get all of their amazing pieces ready for display.

With Book Week coming up, each year level has read different books featured as this year’s Book Week finalists as their inspiration for one of their artworks this term.  Ask them about which book we looked at and see if they can remember.

All that being said, the main focus for me as the Visual Arts teacher here at Wattle Park is to create a place of peace, happiness, positivity and fun for everyone who walks through the Art Room door along with learning the diverse skills across the curriculum and creating fabulous artworks. 

Other Events
Uniform Shop

New Uniforms
The Uniform Shop for new uniforms is located off-site.

Please click HERE for the location and price list for all our new uniforms.

Uniform orders can be delivered to the school office. 

School Bags and School Beanies
Available from the school office

Second Hand Uniform Shop
Located in the school gymnasium 
Cash and Card welcome

Next Opening Time

Friday 15th August	8.30 - 9.30 am
Friday 12th September	8.30 - 9.30 am

• Donations of second hand uniforms are welcome. 
• Clothing must be washed and in very good condition. 
• Please bring donations to the school office.
• Thank you for supporting this initiative!

Running Club
The ever popular Running Club is back up and running for term three. Every Thursday at 8.00am join the team on the Top Oval.

ICAS
We are delighted to inform you that we will be participating in the world-renowned ICAS competition again this year across Years 4 – 6.  

The ICAS registration is now closed. For those students who will be taking part, the dates/times below are a guide when we will be aiming to complete each ICAS test.

ICAS Test Dates, Results and Certificates 

Digital Tech	Writing	English	Spelling Bee	Science	Mathematics
Mon 4th Aug 2.30 pm	Tues 5th Aug 10.40 am	Mon 11th Aug 2.30 pm	Thurs 21st Aug 10.40 am	Thurs 21st Aug 2.30 pm	Mon 25th Aug 2.30 pm

We are proud to offer ICAS and look forward to some fantastic results later in the year.  Please do not hesitate to contact the school office if you have any questions, or send me an email at james.feather@education.vic.gov.au.

Kind regards,  

James Feather - Learning Specialist

Girl’s Cricket Clinic
This term on the 25/8, 1/9, 8/9 & 15/9 Cricket Victoria is offering a free 4 week clinic to any girls at WPPS. 

Every Monday for the last 4 weeks of term from 3:40 - 4:40 on the top oval. 

Have a great weekend everyone!

Richard Abell

Assistant Principal

Wattle Park Primary School

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Please scroll through to see all of our latest notices!
1. Book Club
2. Deakin University Family Science Games Night
3. Lost Property
4. Second Hand Uniform Shop
5. School Beanies

1.Book Club
Please note that Book Club closes  today, 8th August.

2. Deakin University Family Science Games Night
Deakin University - School of Education – Science Education academics are inviting you to celebrate National Science Week. Come along to join a fun and interactive learning experience fit for the whole family. Play games catering towards all ages with a variety of science based disciplines, including maths, physics, ecology and many more.

For more information about the night and the games that will be present click the link https://mset-ed-deakin.org.au/event/family-science-games-night-2/

Dates and Locations:

• Thursday 14th August 2025: Burwood Campus, M building Atrium (https://maps.app.goo.gl/GdbvmK4vyewp5RySA) 

Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm (2 hours)

Admission: Free! Registration is essential

• Limited capacity
• Register early to secure your spot through Humanitix (links below)
• If you change your mind – please release your tickets to enable others to attend

https://events.humanitix.com/deakin-family-science-games-night-burwood

3.Lost Property
There is a plethora of lost clothing outside the Year 12A Classroom.  All clothing is unnamed.

If they are not claimed by their rightful owners, they will be donated to the second hand uniform shop.

Please take some time to look through them if your child is missing tops.

A timely reminder to make sure all items of clothing are clearly named for ease of returning them to their rightful owners.

4.Second Hand Uniform Shop
Located in the school gymnasium 
Cash and Card welcome

Next Opening Time

Friday 15th August	8.30 - 9.30 am
Friday 12th September	8.30 - 9.30 am

• Donations of second hand uniforms are welcome. 
• Clothing must be washed and in very good condition. 
• Please bring donations to the school office.
• Thank you for supporting this initiative!

5. School Beanies

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