Dear Parents

We have had a wonderful few days back at school and the College is alive again with the chatter and buzz of our learners - we love it!

Ensuring the happiness and safety of our learners is our absolute priority, and we regularly remind them during assemblies and discussions about available support channels. Educating our children is a partnership, and we kindly ask parents to reinforce this by reminding their children to approach their teachers if they need support or are feeling unhappy. 

During break times, four teachers are on duty, and learners are encouraged to report any concerns to these allocated staff members. Please also help us by reminding your children that if a teacher is not immediately available, they are more than welcome to speak with Mrs. Oxley Simpson or Mrs. Lamb. We are here for our children, and their happiness and well-being are paramount.

• Grade 1 outing to Rosen Castle - 28, 29, 30 & 31 July
  The Grade 1s are looking forward to their upcoming outing to Rosen Castle - please remember to sign the consent form: Gr1 Consent Form
  
  

• Grade 3 outing to Artscape - Wednesday 6 August
  The Grade 3s are looking forward to their outing to the Artscape - please remember to sign the consent form: Gr3 Consent Form
  
  

• Grade 2 outing to Intaka Island - Thursday 7 August (Grade 2P, 2R, 2L)  &  Friday 8 August (2A, 2K)
  The Grade 2s are looking forward to their outing to Intaka Island - please remember to sign the consent form:   Gr 2 Intaka Island Consent Form
  
  

• Emergency Contact Details
  We would like to remind you that it is imperative for us to be able to contact you, or a member of your family, or a close friend in the case of an emergency. Kindly visit the Edana App and check the contact details in the fields provided. To ensure that the information is complete and correct, it is vital that the contact numbers are accessible at all times by the College.
  
  This is a very important request, and we are asking you to comply immediately as a safety precaution. 
  
  Please select your profile, then "Contact Information"  update, and "Emergency Contacts" and update accordingly. Please click on the link for step by step guidance.
  
  

•  Mandela Day Shoe Drive:
  Help us make a difference. Donate a pair and share the care! Donations can be dropped off at your class teacher. Collection Due Date: 1st August 2025

Teachers began the new quarter engaged in creativity with a fun sewing project.

This week, our Grade 2 learners had an exciting introduction to coordinates as part of their coding lessons. Using a large floor grid, they had to roll a gem to land on the correct coordinates – a hands-on way to understand how positions are mapped.

To make things even more fun, they used the See-Saw app to play a hide-and-find coordinate game, inspired by the classic game Battleships. The activity not only helped them learn how to read and plot coordinates but also encouraged teamwork, problem-solving, and lots of laughter!

The winter quarter got off to a great start with new books by two favourite authors, all about heroes, real and imaginary.  

Our little ones have been enjoying Pumpkin and the Hidden Heroes, the latest book by one of our local authors, the delightful Bianca Flanders.  Pumpkin gets a fright when she wakes up to a noise outside her window. Her dad takes her to the window and shows her that there are hidden heroes at work, carting their trash away in a large truck. This opens Pumpkin’s eyes to the world around her, and she notices hidden heroes everywhere she goes. And at the end of the day, she sees her dad parking his ambulance and realises that he is a hero too! Acts of kindness executed quietly, can change the world around us. 

Junior Prep Sports Update – Quarter 3, Week 2

We kicked off sport this past week – and what a week it was!

Hockey, Rugby, Netball, and Golf were in full swing, with coaches and learners hitting the ground running despite the chilly weather. It was fantastic to see so many smiling faces back on the field and courts, ready for another term of growth, competition, and fun.

Our Physical Education sessions were inspired by the recent Hyrox Nationals that took place during the school holidays – learners got a taste of high-energy, strength-focused activities that had them moving, laughing, and challenging themselves in new ways!

📅 SAVE THE DATE – DERBY DAY IS COMING!
Mark your calendars for Saturday, 16 August, as our annual Derby Day vs Somerset College takes place at Parklands Secondary. While Junior Prep won’t be competing this year, we still need our Parklands cheer squad loud and proud to support the Senior Prep teams. Come dressed in blue and white, bring your energy, and help us create an unforgettable day of school spirit!

🗓️ Check the Calendar
This quarter is jam-packed with fixtures, festivals, and sporting moments to look forward to. Many events are already up on the Parklands Sports Calendar – please take a moment to check the schedule and stay in the loop.

⚔️ North vs South Derby Coming Soon!
Get excited – we’re building up to our very own Prep Derby: North vs South, coming soon! Mark 20 Sep '25 in your calendars!

Here's to another week of growth, grit, and goals!  Let’s go Parklands!

Jared Margetts

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