Newsletter -Student Issue

Term 4 Week 2


Acknowledgement of Country

We would like to acknowledge and pay our respects to the traditional custodians of this beautiful country that we are gathering on today, the Bunurong people of the Kulin Nation.



We are born from this land. 


We belong to this land.


We respect this land.


We should only take what we need from this land.


There is a place for everyone on this land.


Wominjeka which means welcome. Thank you!



Dates to remember

                   
                     
                           Dates for the diary



      
Date Date
Thursday 10th September Subway lunch/R U OK day?
Friday 11th SeptemberDistric Aths 3-6
Tiuesday 15th September1/2 Inquiry showcase
Friday 18th September
End of Term 2, early finish
Footy lunch, wear AFL or team colours

Term 4

DateDate
Monday  5th OctoberTerm 4 begins
Thursday 8th OctoberDivisional Athletics-Subway Lunch
Friday 9th October District Tennis
Tuesday 13th October2027 Parent Info session
Saturday 24th OctoberBogan Bingo -parent fundraiser


Welcome to week 10 from Cienna and Mason

Welcome to our week 10 Newsletter


Hi Carrum families,

We can't believe there is only one week left! How exciting, but also sad.
In our last few exciting weeks we have many things still to enjoy.

Last Thursday we had an open afternoon to showcase our learning, thanks to our families and other classes for visiting.

Last week our marine ambassadors were lucky enough to swim with some dolphins and see some seals and had a great day out.

We know the 1\2s enjoyed their mini beast incursion learning all about creatures and more. 
Our school also had an environment day that Ruby in year 6 organised for the whole school with different activities and prizes. Thanks to the leaders that worked hard wih her on this day

For an end of year celebration the year 5\6s  and their teachers went to the gravity zone which was so much fun! 

On Thursday we had an amazing Christmas concert and a big thank you to Miss Chivotti for all her hard work arranging that for us! The Christmas songs were spectactular!

Next Wednesday the year 6s also have their bike ride to Bicentennial park.

On Monday the 15th of December its' the grade 6 graduation which will be a sad but an exciting night for our year six parents and families.

It's so exciting that there is only one week left of school!! Soon the year sixes will be off to their high schools! How crazy is that? We know you will miss us!

This is also our last newsletter piece for the year, we hope you have enjoyed reading our front pages.

 

What type of photos do elf's take?

Elfies!

 

Cienna and Mason your vice school captains


Have a great week

From your Captains Mason and Cienna



Fundraising

Get ready for our next big event....save the date!

We're excited to announce our BIGGEST event of the year..... get your outfits ready and alarms set for the ticket sales on October 1st.






















Steam Request



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Donations

Cream Neutral Minimalist Charity Donations Instagram Post

Colour Run FINALE News

ALERT: GET READY FOR THE BEST SCHOOL DAY EVER!

WHAT AN AMAZING FUNDRAISING EFFORT BY ALL.

Tomorrow is the big day for our colour run and we couldn't be more excited! Don't forget to wear old clothes 

We raised a HUGE amount of ........$31,816.72

As well as Mr Langford and the teachers we have already slimed for each target we get to slime 6 more, the students were involved in choosing so there is no backing out now!

Thank you all for your huge efforts

Mr V, Mrs Riley and Fundraising Team



Carrum Beach Patrol, this weekend


Carrum Primary are involved in cleaning up our beautiful beach.

We would like to ask for volunteers for our Beach Patrol coming up THIS WEEKEND, Sunday 1th of September at 10am.

Meet us out the front of the L.S.C

Hope to see you there, Miss Derix and team

Thanks to our amazing volunteers from our previous sessions, we couldn't do it without you!




Prep Transition Dates



During our Prep Transition times the whole school is also involved in 4 exciting transition sessions and our Year 6 are working on their upcoming Graduation and will also attend the whole state UP day.



Wellbeing - R U OK?

 
Thursday 10th September

R U OK video

A CONVERSATION CAN CHANGE A LIFE

R U OK? inspire and empower everyone to meaningfully connect with the  people around them and start a conversation with those in their world who may be struggling with life.

You don't need to be an expert to reach out - just a good friend and a great listener. 

Use these four steps and have a conversation that could change a life:

  1. Ask R U OK
  2. Listen
  3. Encourage action
  4. Check in

Sometimes the signs aren’t obvious. But small changes can signal that a child or young person may be struggling. When it comes to suicide prevention, self-harm and response, early awareness is key.

Educators don't need to have all the answers. By noticing, listening and asking questions, they can help children and young people take the first step towards support.

We discussed what this day meant in class and had a special morning tea for our Carrum Staff.

Remember to ask R U OK? Any day






     

      




Term 4 Tuckshop



                            

Local Community Announcements and Events

 

Local Community Events, things to try and Sports Clubs






Lego Groups





https://library.kingston.vic.gov.au/news/story-lines-writing-competition-2026





Photography competition now open!


https://www.environment.vic.gov.au/sustainability/sustainability-through-your-own-lens

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Group Play Therapy Holiday Intensive

Monday 28 September – Friday 2 October 2026
1 hour per day for 5 days

Our Group Play Therapy Holiday Intensive is returning, offering children a fun and supportive space to build confidence, social skills and emotional wellbeing through play.

Two locations:
• Balwyn North Clinic
• St Mark's Primary School, Dingley Village

$850 per child | Groups of up to 6 children and 3 therapists (2:1 ratio)

 Minecraft Therapy Groups

For young people aged 9–17

Following the successful launch of our Minecraft Groups last holidays, we're continuing to offer both Term Groups and Intensive Holiday Groups.

These small, therapist-led groups use Minecraft to support communication, teamwork, emotional regulation, confidence and connection.

Expressions of interest are open, and we'd love for you to share the flyer with anyone who may benefit.

Spaces are limited. To find out more or register your interest, simply reply to this email or give us a call.




       
    
              



Our local Carrum property expert

For all your Real Estate needs call Shane at Ray White Chelsea 0401 119 911

A BIG thanks to Shane and his team for creating our enrolment billboard for our school, we are very grateful.