So You Think You Can’t Coach ?
Did you know that all of our after hours sport is run by parent volunteers? The parents who run our sports on a Saturday morning receive nothing more than the pleasure of being involved and participating alongside their kids. That’s what we are about at Woodend,...
Weather Policy Updated
Our Weather Policy has been updated with regard to "hot weather". The main change is from using the forecast on ABC Evening News to using the 4:00pm BOM forecast. We have also aligned with other schools in setting our maximum temperature to 36C (from 35C). This is...
Governing Council and Committees Thank You
Terrific to see a healthy number of responses to our request for involvement in Governing Council and Committees. Thank you so much for your responses. We are very pleased to say, the more the merrier. It's good to have more voices on all of our committees so...
Writers’ Week Kid’s Weekend Reminder
Reminder: Writers' Week 2015 starts this weekend and it's Kid's weekend, which will be a big hit with all the family. It should be a fun event. One featured writer is Andy Griffiths, a very popular author and a favourite of many of our students. Griffiths’ New...
Understanding Friendship, Relationships and Bullying
School is a social learning environment and one important aspect of learning relates to students developing their understandings of relationships and friendship. As our learners learn more about themselves, they should also be helping each other to be better at...
Create Time To Play
There's always a good reason to create some time for play; especially as play is important in developing creativity. Creativity is something we all enjoy, and our young ones have in bucket loads. These students in Jane Ramsey's class are having a lovely time...
Congratulations To Our Student Leaders
These students have been elected as SRC reps for their classes. They will work with the SRC leadership team (also pictured) to develop their own understandings of democratic decision making. They will learn how to discuss ideas and present their ideas to others....
Please Consider Joining Governing Council or Committees
We would love to have your input … We have a small number of vacancies for Governing Council members and there are also opportunities for you to be involved in committees without being on Governing Council. We are keen to work with you so please nominate by filling...
What is in a balanced lunchbox?
As the new school year commences, families return to morning routines. One routine required almost every weekday morning is packing your child’s lunchbox. Parents/caregivers ask themselves the same questions: What can I give me child today? What will they feel...
Choir Excursion
Our choir program is up and running for the year. We have had HUGE interest from students in years 5-7 interested in giving senior choir a try, with around 80 students registering to be a part of the program. Today, 50 of those students participated in our first...
Today’s Whelan / Cullen Assembly
Thank you to the students from Mrs Cullen and Ms Whelan's classes for a very entertaining assembly today. We all got a good overview of key important events that are happening at Woodend this year and it was all communicated in a creative manner. Congratulations...
Attendance – Every Day Matters
It is important that students develop regular habits of attendance. This enables them to maximise their educational opportunities and to actively participate in their learning. LATE FOR SCHOOL? There are occasions when your child is late for school. When this...
Child Protection Curriculum
In all Department for Education and Child Development sites, there is a Child Protection in Schools, Early Childhood Education and Care Services policy. Included in this policy is a requirement that all children and young people in preschools and schools will...
Good Thinking Awards Term 1 Week 4
Good Thinking Awards Congratulations to these students who have been identified by their teachers as having achieved learning success in line with our school values: Olivia & Ebony (29), Georgia & Connor (21), Tia, Cooper & Eamon (6), Kayla, Abby,...
Fence is up on Young Street Block
Yes the fencing is up. Just letting everyone who was wondering about the verandah outside Room 20,21,22 know ... that this will also be fenced ASAP so that there is no danger of any student or child entering the site whilst the earthworks are happening. Thank you...
Adelaide Writers’ Week Kid’s Weekend
We recommend you take your child to Writers' Week Kids' Weekend. Check out the program here. Kids’ Weekend is a Free Event from Sat 28 Feb to Sun 1 March. Hear popular authors. Visit the Story Tent. The great red yurt returns for two days of stories,...
Sports Day is on the Way
This year 16 students have been selected as sports day students they are as follows: Danica Bell; Emma Dudley; April Gray; Sarah Morgan; Madelyn Weakley; Josh Burrows; Patrick Hann; Zach...
First Volunteer Induction Sessions Tuesday 17 February
Just a reminder that our induction sessions for this term are commencing and we would like volunteers who have not already been through an induction session to book in at our school office. Volunteers who have completed an in school induction session and have also...
Thanks for Your Feedback!
We thank those who have given us feedback about the news blog. We have received many positive comments, however, we know that once you subscribe, email notifications have been sent to you every time an item has been posted here. We know that is annoying and we...
Getting Acquainted
It was lovely to see so many parents and families at our Acquaintance Night. It takes time to get to know each other, therefore we invite you to take up any opportunities to meet and network with other parents. Our Parent Network is all about connecting and...
KISS AND GO ALERT
Please do not park in the Kiss and Go zone (on Edward Beck Drive) in the mornings before school. Many parents rely on this space being available for a 30 second stop and those who do not do the right thing are making things most difficult. If someone you know is...
We love seeing our past students
We really enjoy seeing our past students and hearing how they are applying themselves in their secondary schools. We wish them well for continued success in 2015 and beyond.
Kitchen Garden Program Started Today
We love the Kitchen Garden program and our Yrs 3-5 students have been really excited about starting this week. There is a big harvest to manage and plenty of produce for our lovely fresh seasonal meals. Monina and Amanda, our garden and kitchen specialists have...
Hot Weather Policy
During periods of hot weather as we had today and will have next we enact our weather policy. We manage outside activities, including out of hours sport to ensure that we minimise any risk to students and staff....
Acquaintance Night Tuesday, 12 February 2019
Meet our Teachers and other Parents and Caregivers While teachers have already met quite a number of parents and caregivers, we do look forward to having the opportunity to meet with everyone together to communicate our vision for our learners, curriculum...
School Dental Services
FREE SCHOOL DENTAL SERVICE All babies, children and young people under 18 years are welcome to attend the School Dental Service. Dental care is FREE for most children. SA Dental Service participates in the Child Dental Benefits Schedule. A small fee may apply for...
The Woodend Cafe Open Every Friday Morning
Why not join us on Friday mornings at The Woodend Cafe -- open from 8:30am -- drop in for a cuppa after school drop off! Gold coin donation will go to Briggs family battle - Fundraiser -- to help a school family who are dealing with cancer. The cafe is located...
We Love Reading!
We know that we like reading in comfortable spaces. In our classrooms and other areas around the school we are creating more spaces that are lovely to reading in. You may also have noticed these places encourage sharing reading experiences with others. We would...
Learning Support Term 2
Our learning support programs are up and running again for term 2 and we are pleased with the progress students are making with this additional support. This term, there are a couple of significant Learning Support processes - One Plan reviews and the Nationally...
Commemorating ANZAC Day 2021
ANZAC Day is one of the most significant days for commemoration in Australia, marking the anniversary of the first major military action fought by Australian and New Zealand forces during the First World War. Teachers have thoughtfully responded to the many...
Festival of Music Troupe: Congratulations to Taya and Georgia!
Congratulations to Taya Najjar and Georgia Till for being successful in gaining a position in the Festival of Music Troupe for 2021!
NAPLAN testing 2021 – Information for parents and carers
This year, the NAPLAN Online test window is 11 to 21 May. Most tests will be completed online this year, however all Year 3 students will complete the writing test on paper. There are contingency measures to revert to paper testing if required. Supporting...
Year 7 to High School in 2022 – Parent Update
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Welcome to Term 2!
We hope your children enjoyed a relaxing family break and a chance to recharge ready for term 2. We look forward to the term ahead, working in partnership to support our students and young people as they learn new and challenging things and continue developing...
No Dogs Allowed on School Grounds
During the holiday break, we will be erecting signs on all of the school entrances around the oval area, regarding dogs on the oval. A daily occurrence is parents, teachers and students picking up dog pooh left by owners. We take great pride in our school grounds,...
Your Trash OUR TREASURE!!
Someone’s trash is someone’s treasure!!! by Heyden Day Imagine you walk into the garden at our school. You look to the left only to see an ugly cold black fence, light grey poles and it makes the garden not look inviting, but it looks more like a jail fence. We...
Mother’s Day Gift Stall 2021
Parent Network volunteers are excited to once again host a Gift Stall in honour of Mother’s Day. Our aim is to offer students an opportunity to say ‘thank you’ to the special people in their lives who care for them. All Woodend Classes, are rostered to visit the...
End of Term Dismissal
Just a reminder that the last day of Term 1 is an Early Dismissal. We finish the term on Friday, 9 April 2021 at 2.05pm not 3.05pm. Term 2 Commences on Tuesday 27 April 2021.
A close SAPSASA cricket game!
Another close game of Cricket today for the Woodend cricketers! Woodend batted first and lost 6 quick wickets which put us in a tough position at 6/40. Jayden and Dane then batted well to help build the score. Jayden out for 9 and Dane was best with the bat...
Footy Donut special recess!
It is that time of the year where the Adelaide Crows will play Port Adelaide which we call 'The Showdown'. We have the annual Crows and Port donuts available for a special Showdown recess. Enjoy this Special Recess on Wednesday 5 May 2021. Orders will only be...