Term 3

Friday 19^th September- Last Day of Term 3  (school ends at 2:30pm)

Term 4

Monday 6^th -  First Day of Term 4

Monday 6^th October- 6^th November – Smile Squad

Friday 10^th October- Upper Hume Division Athletics

Wednesday 15^th October to Friday 17^th October 3/4 Camp Howmans Gap

Wednesday 1^st October – 1^st Transition Day

Friday 17^th October – Regional Athletics

20^th October – Upper Hume Athletics (Back Up Day)

Wednesday 29^th October – 2^nd Transition Day

Wednesday 29^th October – Regional Hot Shots – Tennis Wangaratta

Monday 3^rd November – Pupil Free day

Tuesday 4^th November – Melbourne Cup (Public Holiday)

Wednesday 12^th November – 3^rd Transition Day

Wednesday 26^th November – 4^th Transition Day

Tuesday 9^th December -  Statewide Transition Day

Thursday 18^th December – Last day of Term 4

Friday 19^th December - Pupil Free Day

Congratulations to all students, families and staff on a great term of learning at Yackandandah Primary School. Learning is a cumulative process and as such it can sometimes be difficult to notice the progress on a day-to-day basis. By pausing at the end of the term and reflecting we can appreciate the progress the students have made. It is certainly worth celebrating.

There is no one magic bullet or trick to getting the most out of school. It is a matter of persistent, consistent turning up and participating to the best of your ability. It is understanding that when things may seem difficult, that is normal and, in fact necessary for learning. It is also understanding that learning and progress looks different for everyone.

Thanks everyone for your efforts over the last term and enjoy the term break with your families.

Michael Edwards
Principal

This week’s helpers are  Sharni Barnes and Will Black

Term 4 week 1 helpers are   Miles Thornton and Charlotte Wilson

Congratulations to all our award recipients.

WE ARE FAIR

Wesley Paull, for demonstrating the value of fairness by always showing kindness to your classmates and being a supportive friend. Well done, Wesley!

Olivia McIntosh, for working hard to listen to peers during shared learning time and inviting them to share their ideas during discussions.

Spencer Pretty,  for demonstrating the value of fairness by including everyone in small group learning, making sure things are fair and equitable. 

Kyle Vandehoef, for consistently showing kindness and respect to his peers during every sports session. You are always a kind and enthusiastic teammate and an excellent role model for others.

WE ARE LEARNERS

Hazel P,  for reporting your findings in science with a clear diagram and explanation. Thanks for sharing your discovery in a way that we could easily understand!

Lily Scobie, for demonstrating the value of learning by accurately folding and labelling halves, quarters and eights from shapes to make a fraction flower. Great work Lily!

Neve Allan, for demonstrating the value of learning by producing a sensational information text, with great attention to design elements and being a colour master!

Ben Brauer, for showing commitment and persistence to produce a fascinating information text about “Dreaded Dragons.”

Nate Maybury, for continuing to bring a solid work ethic every day. Your focus and commitment to get the job done is valued.

Kaitlyn McGlead, for completing an excellent term of learning which has seen you improve in all areas of the curriculum.

Miles Thornton, for demonstrating the value of learning by showing the 56LB Way by being a positive learner, showing kindness, asking thoughtful questions, and staying engaged in all aspects of learning.

Lucia-Mary Gosling, for demonstrating the value of learning by always showing a wonderful creative flair in everything she does, bringing imagination, originality, and joy to all her work.

WE SHOW RESPECT

Edward Pendleton, for being an attentive and respectful listener during swimming lessons. You represent our school in a very positive way!

Jasper Bulman, for always being a kind and super enthusiastic teammate every sports session. Your positive attitude makes playing together more fun for everyone!

Ella Murphy, for caring for her classmates and for always offering to help those in need.

Oscar Bulman, for demonstrating the value of respect by taking time to help others organise belongings, it helps keep our class tidy and ready to go. Thanks, Oscar!

Jim Kelley, for always supporting and encouraging others to do their best and be their best.

Engagement and Wellbeing
I was lucky enough to duck into the Senior space on Thursday to absorb myself into their Science Fair. This term, the 5/6 students have been learning about natural disasters like cyclones, volcanoes, flooding and droughts. While walking around the different exhibits the students had created and developed, it was clear to me that the learning in this Science unit was not just purposeful and rich but also fostered student voice, choice and HIGH engagement! I asked some of the students their thoughts around the unit and some responses were:

“I learned the facts about disasters first, then I enjoyed being creative and working on how I was going to show how tectonic plates work.”

“I liked that I got to choose how I could present my learning in different ways that suited me.”

“I liked that I got to work with my friends to do an earthquake simulation room.”

“I had choice in my learning.”

If you got to experience the amazing exhibit like I did, you would have noticed that the level of knowledge and understanding of natural disasters that our students had was phenomenal; I learned a thing or two myself.
I want to congratulate the Senior students and their teachers on a wonderful exhibit. Hats off to you all!

On a side note, I am happy the earthquake simulation room was only temporary, I survived every earthquake that day in my little office under the stairs. At least I’ll know what to do if there’s ever one in Yackandandah…

Enjoy the Spring break and we’ll see you back Week 1 of Term 4.

Stace Hogan
Leading Teacher

Upcoming Division Athletics Event

The Division Athletics event is scheduled for Friday, 10th October at the Les O’Brien Athletics Precinct in Albury. The back-up date is Monday, 13th October.

I have met with all students who have qualified for this event, and the event timetable (provided by the Division Coordinator) is included below.

Permission forms and payment are now available on Compass. Students will travel to the venue by bus and will be accompanied by Lauren and myself.

Please note that there will be no canteen available on the day. As with our House and District Athletics events, students will need to bring a packed lunch, snacks, a hat, and plenty of water.

TIMETABLE FOR DIVISION ATHLETICS
9:15am Districts/Schools assemble in marked areas (Opening)
9:20am. - 1500 metres (10 girls, 10 boys, 11 girls, etc.)

Straight after 1500m:    Hurdles (10 girls, 10 boys, 11 girls, etc.)

The starting times are above. Please allow approximately half an hour between events. Event 3 to start as close to 10.30a.m. as possible.

Event 10     Relays 4 x 100 m  (10 girls, 10 boys, 11 girls  etc.)

Approximately 2.45pm  CHAMPIONSHIPS CONCLUDE

Robyn Wilson

Yackandandah Primary School at the 2025 Victorian Interschool Snow Sports Championships

After a few terrible years we have finally had a fantastic ski season! The conditions at Mt Buller for the Victorian Interschool Snow Sports Championships were sensational this year with blue skies and loads of snow. This year the team from Yackandandah Primary school was just the Allan family girls again (Sierra, Neve and Kaia) with Team Managers Cathy and Nic Allan. Hopefully more people might join us next time, and we might try some of the other disciplines as well including X Country skiing and snowboarding events.

Results (place/ finishers):

• Alpine
  • Division 4
    • Sierra Allan 107/175
  • Division 5
    • Kaia Allan 65/138
    • Neve Allan 124/138
  • Ski Cross
    • Division 4
      • Sierra Allan 97/170
    • Division 5
      • Neve Allan 125/136
      • Kaia Allan 75/ 136
    • Moguls
      • Division 4
        • Sierra Allan 66/81
      • Division 5
        • Neve Allan 49/74
        • Kaia Allan 58/74

Cathy Allan

(School Co-ordinator for Yackandandah Primary School for the Victorian Interschool Snow Sports Championships)

20^th September    Dara       

22^nd September   Will

26^th September    Tom       

27^th September    Sunny

27^th September    Lincoln

27^th September    Toby

27^th September    Josie

28^th September    Gus        

28^th September    Amelia

30^th September    Jake

Logic Open day this Saturday 20th September - Logic Innovation Precinct-Open-Day

This is a day open to all ages and great way to see the opportunities that await at Logic Park, Barnawartha.

You can hear about the vision for the Logic Innovation Precinct opening mid 2026 and how it will bring together current and future skills by integrating three segments: Education, Industry Participaction and a Research.

There will be lots more on display including what is currently on offer at the Logic campus including:

• Heavy Vehicle Licensing
• Forklift Operation
• Civil Construction & Plant Operation
• Supply Chain & Warehousing
• Light Vehicle Automotive & Motorsport

Experience live demos & interactive displays:

• Crane & Dogging Challenge
• Forklift Basketball & Forklift Bowling
• Heavy Vehicle Ride-Along
• 4x4 Off-Road Adventure
• Makerspace Interactive – Advanced Manufacturig

For more information and links to register please visit Logic Campus Open Day Registration

https://events.humanitix.com/logic-campus-open-day-2025     

Wodonga Little Athletics Centre 2025/26 Season

Wodonga Little Athletics is back! 

Where: Pat Parker Athletics Track, Wodonga
When: Every Saturday starting 4th October
Time: Check-in from 8:45am
Who: U6 (age 5) through to U17

Little Athletics is all about fun, fitness, family and personal bests – whether you love running, jumping, throwing, or just being active with friends, there’s something for everyone!

Registrations will be opening very soon – keep an eye on our socials so you don’t miss out! Or email is at: wodonga@lavic.com.au for more information!

Come and join the action this season – we can’t wait to see you on the track!

 Exciting Opportunity in Yackandandah! 

We have a fantastic opportunity to bring a talented and passionate music teacher to Yackandandah. The amazing Carlia Van Hoorn is keen to come and teach if we can gather enough students.
Carlia graduated with honours in saxophone from the Melbourne Conservatorium in 2022, and completed her Master of Education in 2024. She's currently teaching classroom music, ensembles, and private lessons at Wangaratta High School.
She can teach:
All saxophones
Music theory
Aural skills
A little singing
Clarinet (beginner to intermediate)
Whether you're a total beginner or looking to refine your skills, this is a rare chance to learn from a pro — right here in Yackandandah!
 If you or someone you know is interested, please send Tijana Simic message. Let’s make it happen and bring even more music to Yackandandah!
 Contact: Tijana Simic 0416930411