Dr Carmel McGrath

Fantastic Fete

Congratulations to all parents and community supporters who helped with the organisation and running of our biannual fete.  The atmosphere and well-designed layout meant the crowd of over 3000 were able to move freely throughout the various stalls, rides and activities easily throughout the day.  Convenor Laura Watson led a great team of fete reps and volunteers who spent many long hours ensuring everything was planned and ready.  We were extremely fortunate with the weather which held out until our final auction item was sold. 

On behalf of the students and staff at New Farm, I wish to sincerely thank all of you who have supported our school community at this year’s fete.  It was a wonderful success, great atmosphere, wonderful variety in rides, food, crafts, activities and entertainment.  Thank you one and all. 

Art Display

Stem Display

Performances

Rides and Family Fun

Staffing Updates

There are a number of staffing changes to be aware of for end of term 2 and term 3. 

Term 2 - Ms Forsberg currently on leave, Mr Trevor Cohen covering until end of term 2.  Ms Jenny O’Neill currently on leave until end of term 2 with Mr Scott Young replacing.  Mrs Rachel Fletcher currently on leave until end of term 2, Ms Stephanie Lynch replacing. 

Term 2 – 3 - Deputy Principal Mrs Kay Bradley will be on long service leave from next Wednesday until end of week 2 term 3, with Curriculum Coordinator Mrs Rachael Seibhur taking on the Acting DP role during this period. 

Term 3 – HPE teacher Mr Kent Rainbow is on leave for approximately 6-8 weeks in term 3, with HPE teacher Ms Eliza Horn replacing him. 

Typing Club Start Up

I am pleased to invite students in Year 2-6 to our Typing Club which will run our new typing program each Tuesday 8:15 – 8:45am in the school lab A Block.  Typing skills are becoming more important for students to master and this is a great way to have a little extra practice.

School Uniforms

Thank you to those parents who have now purchased school jumpers.  Please ensure they are labelled clearly as they do tend to be discarded during the day when it warms.