Glengarry Primary School
Newsletter

Dear Parents & Community Members,

The School Board met earlier this week, and as well as discussing the functions of the Board and what makes an effective decision making body, the group reviewed the school’s budget.  As a result of the school being at capacity in relation to student numbers, our finances are very sound leading to discussion of meeting other school needs.  The Board also recognised the Transition to High School Program has highlighted Glengarry students often struggle with use of IT; potentially renewing the need for a “bring your own device” program at our school, i.e. similar to other surrounding primary schools.

Given some activities around school, how appropriate that at present our Value is Cooperation?

• Our interschool sport teams have been combining superbly; not only achieving wonderful results but teaming together well in the spirit of the games.
• Thanks to the generosity of our community, children right the way across the school have been enjoying constructing with Lego – for a purpose, as part of a brain-break or just for fun during lunchtime.
• Part of our school’s Operational Plan highlights improving our outdoor learning environments. Over the weekend (in atrocious weather) a significant number of our community teamed together for a Pre-primary busy-bee – the outcomes are outstanding and have made the pre-primary area an even better space for play-based learning, cooperative fun and a place of imagination.

• Finally, on Friday (when children are enjoying an extra-long weekend) our staff will be working with staff from a number of surrounding schools to explore ways to improve the health and wellbeing of our students.

 Peter Meston

Principal

On Saturday the 29th of May, Pre Primary held a Busy Bee to expand and improve their outside learning and play area.  Despite the bad weather we still had an amazing turn out with around 30 parents and a grandparent who came to help.

The Pre Primary staff and children couldn’t be more thankful to those who came along to help on the day and also with the lead up.  We were overwhelmed by the generosity of donations from the parent group and community.  These ranged from plants, resources, materials and mud kitchens.

The children are absolutely loving the new additions and we look forward to them lasting for future Pre Primary groups.  

Glengarry PS v Duncraig PS:  Friday, May 21

Volleyball A

We played really well for the first set but couldn't maintain our intensity  and lost the round.  We had good shots over the net and Braden and Riley made some nice serves and sharp passes.  Next time our team needs to position the ball higher so it goes over the net more often, and pass faster.

Conor.B

Volleyball B

Our game against Duncraig was challenging, resulting in a loss with a score of 3 to 2.  Sara and Natalia were our best players, hitting the ball hard and far.  Bridget caught the ball cleanly, helping our team to win some games. 

Our goal for the team is to catch the ball and not to get too excited when we win because we loose focus.  I learned not to be afraid of the ball and I need to hit it harder.

Connor.F

Football

I was the goal umpire and was so happy to witness a thrilling game with Glengarry taking out the win against Duncraig.  Both the teams played very well with goals left, right and centre!  A very big accomplishment by Jack having scored his first goal ever.  The match was fun, even though I didn't get to play with Glengarry for their first win this season.

Tate

Soccer

Our team didn't give up!  All of our players kept pushing through with unbelievable passes.  We just need to communicate a little more.  The goal scorers were Joseph, Chase, Mateo, Jake and Luca.  The score was 5 to 1, with our team winning.  Our amazing goal keepers stopped most of the shots, only one got through! 

Willam and Ben

Netball A

I think we played really well against Duncraig, but unfortunately we lost.  Our players of the match were Jessica, Milly and Imogen because they got many intercepts and shot accurately.  Another good team member was Juliet because she passed well and supported the team when she was off the court.

Next time we need to do less lobs and make stronger passes.

Misty

Netball B

On Friday our team won with a score of 11 to 6.  Hanna and Amelie were our players of the match because of their amazing shooting and defending.  Taylor tried shooting and was wonderful at it.  The best thing about this game was the ball going back and forth, making it a big challenge for our team to try and win the ball back.

Eva.R

Glengarry PS v Sorrento PS:  Friday, May 28

Volleyball A

The game against Sorrento was awesome and we had so much fun.  Our team played really well and won with a convincing  score of 7 to 2.  Tracey was great at catching and passing, and Conor.B hit the ball over the net with great style.

Margarida

Volleyball B

We lost to the very skillful Sorrento team on Friday.  Natalia was a great all-rounder with her marvelous serving and passing.  We saw Freya take some tricky catches and strong tapping. 

I learned that I was a very good server and I need to work on my digs this week.

Sara

Football

The mighty cross Marmion Avenue battle against Sorrento v Glengarry saw us take our second win for the term. Our efforts out of the middle could not compare to the attempts of Sorrento and although they tried their best, at half time we called the Mercy Rule at 12.7 to 0.0 and shuffled willing volunteers across to play a friendly scratchy. I was proud of all of our students who continued to support Sorrento when playing for them and being humble winners after the match. Thanks again to Mr Love for his support in coaching and to all the parents to came down to watch. 

Mrs Rudd

Soccer

The final score was 2-1 to Sorrento, we had lost our first game.  It was a fantastic soccer game, both teams deserved to win but Sorrento kicked a lucky goal.  We couldn't get our shots past their strong defence and skillful goalie.

Players of the match were Imran, with excellent defence in getting the ball off the Sorrento attackers, and Mateo, with 100% effort and sharing the ball with our players.  Joseph kicked an impressive goal from a cross and then nearly booted another one.

Jake and Mateo

Netball A

On Friday, May 28, we played Sorrento and Won!  The final score was 35 to 18.  Imogen and Jessica were our players of the match because they tried really hard and competed well.  Another good team member was Amelie.C because she had the confidence to play up from the B team for us.

There was a really, really tall girl on the other team and she was so hard to defend.  Our tallest player was only up to her shoulder!

Misty

Netball B

It was a great game in the lovely weather and Sorrento was a talented team but we won with 11 goals and Sorrrento scored 7.  We were inspired by the volleyball team chanting, "Lets go Glengarry, lets go!"  Hana was amazing at shooting and defending. Citie was also a good defender.

Grace