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World Teachers’ Day

World Teachers’ Day is the perfect opportunity to pause and celebrate the great work of every staff member who supports the teaching and learning of our Haileybury City students. Our teachers deliver brilliant teaching every day and we could not do this without the support of our wonderful staff, students and City community.

We enjoyed a special morning tea, and it was lovely to have our HPF City President, Melissa Fisher, attend to thank us all on behalf of HPF City. Our staff appreciated receiving a beautiful card from HPF City with the words: ‘Thank You from HPF City for all you do to help our kids become life-long learners. World Teachers’ Day 2023. The teachers we need for the education we want.’ The chocolate was an added bonus! Thank you to our HPF community for acknowledging the important contribution of teachers. It is a privilege to teach your amazing children and make a contribution to their present and their future.

Early Learning Centre

Creating family portraits

Children in Reception have been observing and discussing our families. To foster this interest, children have had opportunities to create their families by rolling, cutting and manipulating playdough using natural materials.

This has led to discussions about our different features, such as the colour of our hair and how tall we are, as we learn about the uniqueness of our families. Children have celebrated their families as they also deepen their sense of belonging within the ELC.

Telling stories in Pre-Prep

Pre-Prep children have shown a keen interest in writing in recent weeks, and they have been creating non-fiction stories.

Writing requires children to use many skills, including fine motor control to move a pencil and an understanding of phonics when constructing words. High-frequency words and sentence starters have also supported children in constructing their stories.

The children have certainly enjoyed sharing their stories and written messages with their peers and educators.

Junior School

An exciting term awaits!

Term 4 in the Junior School at City is filled with events and significant milestones. It is safe to say that our path is lined with opportunities for growth, learning and unforgettable moments, where we see our little seeds beginning to transform into mighty trees! Below are some key events for students to look forward to:

Staying safe in the sun

At City, we are lucky to be able to explore outside during recess and lunch breaks. However, it is important to remember that when we venture to Flagstaff Gardens, our Inside Out Courts and even when we visit the Level 3 Terrace, we must protect our skin as warmer months approach.

Here are a few things parents can do to assist with this:

• Pack a small bottle or roll-on SPF sunscreen in your child’s school bag, so they can reapply before heading outdoors.
• Ensure your child has their Haileybury school hat with them each day.
• Pack a drink bottle so your child can stay hydrated.

We are already seeing this happen and we commend all students for their sun safe start to the term.

Middle School

Geography geniuses

The Australian Geography Competition is a contest for Australian secondary school students that assesses their geographical knowledge and skills. The competition, which was held online, aims to encourage student interest in Geography and to reward student excellence.

It is wonderful to recognise the achievement of Tristan (Year 7) and Michael (Year 8) who finished in the top 1% in their year level in Australia. Truly outstanding results!

Back to Middle School

On Friday, 13 October, we welcomed our Year 12 students back to the Middle School. As many of these students started their Haileybury journey with us, it was wonderful to recognise and celebrate the lasting legacy these students have had on our Middle School.

Throughout the morning, students competed against our Year 7 students in the Year 7 Challenge trivia, and they joined us for a special assembly where Prep students presented their own live version of Hairy Maclary and Friends. Hairy Maclary from Donaldson’s Dairy by Lynley Dodd was reimagined to become Hairy Maclary from Hailey’bairy.

Congratulations to the graduating class of 2023, we wish you luck as you embark on your upcoming exams.

Caroline Merrick
Head of City

Melissa Fisher
President, Haileybury Parents & Friends City