From the Principal

Andrew Watt – Principal

Who is influencing our young people?

Our young people are bombarded with messages on social media on a daily basis – some positive and constructive, others negative and harmful. Social media influencers, sport stars and TV personalities, for example, can carry a lot of weight. Adolescence can be a vulnerable time, as values and attitudes are formed, which ultimately, will influence their behaviour. Discernment, or wisdom is needed, to examine the values, motives and history of each inspirational influencer and critically analyse their messages.

For a growing number of young males, the views of ex-kick boxer and social media influencer, Andrew Tate carry a lot of weight. Tate’s toxic and poisonous messages have had 11.4 billion views, more hits than Donald Trump and Kim Kardashian. Many young males are adopting his views. Young people need to be encouraged to examine deeply the history and character of the significant influencers such as Tate. He is a mega-wealthy, successful and by some accounts, good looking man, who speaks confidently and compellingly, and debates his point of view with genuine passion. Tate produces a large number of high quality, inspirational clips, often featuring him in his private jet or in one of his 31 luxury cars, smoking a cigar and looking cool and successful. Styled as a self-help guru, offering his mostly male fans a recipe for making money, “pulling girls” and “escaping the matrix”, Tate has gone in a matter of months from near obscurity to one of the most talked about people in the world. Having ongoing conversations about masculinity and respect with your children will be of great value, providing an opportunity to gauge their position and to provide important input.

At High School assembly this week, the outcomes of buying into Tate’s corrosive rhetoric was unpacked. Our students were informed that Tate was thrown off Big Brother in 2016 for beating a girl with his belt. He was recently arrested in Romania on suspicion of human trafficking, rape and forming an organised crime group to exploit women. His inspirational videos often contain misogynistic references, putting down women and encouraging young men to adopt his views. He promotes a masculinity that is all about being tough, dominant, successful, and sometimes violent. Tate’s toxic social media content has resulted in him being banned from most major platforms. For some boys, Tate’s narrative is very attractive, where males are better, stronger, brighter, better drivers and better pilots than their female counterparts. Tate has stated, for example, that women are partly responsible for being raped and that they “belong” to men. In one video, in which Tate imagines a woman accusing him of cheating, he is shown saying: “It’s bang out the machete, boom in her face and grip her by the neck. Shut up (expletive)….” There have been a growing number of incidents reported where boys believe that they are superior to and should control their girlfriends.

You would think that educated young men across the world are too smart to fall for arguments that generate a culture of toxic masculinity, especially after the controversy around the recent sexual abuse and consent debate. You would think that it would never happen at Emanuel School, a school that values mensches, and the acceptance and equality of every student.

Disturbingly, however, we have received reports of boys putting girls down, of making demeaning and derogatory comments. In Britain, many male students have shared Tate’s messages, such as telling girls to ‘make me a sandwich’ as a putdown line. This displays a complete lack of both respect and humour, not values that reflect our School’s values – of respect and inclusion.

Parents can actively oppose these messages by joining the School in sharing messages about masculinity that reinforce respect and kindness, messages that allow our males to be real, to defy stereotypes that pigeonhole them to be tough and aggressive. From our end, we will continue to hold up male role models that treat females respectfully and allow them to express emotions and to look out for others.

Years 7 and 8 Camps

The highlight of my week was a trip to the Somerset Outdoor Learning Centre, located in the lower Colo Valley. The well-tended green spaces, bushland and Colo river provided a wonderful backdrop to each camping spot, complete with a sheltered kitchen, eating space and toilets. Not luxury, but a long way from ‘doing it tough’! Placed in House groups, our students bonded well, enjoying a range of challenging and enjoyable activities, often requiring collaborative and problem-solving skills. The food was healthy and plentiful and the camp leaders worked with our House Tutors to engage each student in the camp experience.

For some of our students, being away from home for an extended period, sleeping in tents and experiencing a remote bush setting was not easy. For some, the lack of sleep, the tiring activities and the disconnection from social media added to the challenge. Others thrived, working well in the group activities, supporting their peers and discovering their inner strength and leadership skills.

I commend those students who experienced discomfort and persevered; those students who ‘gave it a go’, for their courage. To complete our camp program is no small feat and will have many benefits, in terms of growing friendships and greater self-confidence.

A huge thank you to Kobi Bloom and Lauren Korotkov, who led the program, supported by Adam Ezekiel. Thank you also to our wonderful House Tutor team and to the Somerset outdoor educators.

Sydney Jewish Writers Festival at Emanuel School

On what would have been her 90th birthday, Shalom’s Sydney Jewish Writers Festival (SJWF) will celebrate the inimitable Ruth Bader Ginsburg, with playwright, Suzie Miller. Emanuel School is proud to be the venue partner for this exciting event.

SJWF shares: “In 2022, multi award-winning Australian playwright and former lawyer, Suzie Miller brought to the Sydney Theatre Company stage her one-woman show, RBG: OF MANY, ONE – a tour de force chronicling Ginsburg’s fascinating, fierce, and trailblazing life.

On Wednesday 15 March 2023, Suzie takes us on a journey behind the scenes in writing this story of Ginsburg’s life. The evening includes a reading by acclaimed actor and star of RBG: OF MANY, ONE, Heather Mitchell, and a tribute performance by opera singer Elizabeth Cooper.

After seeing RBG: OF MANY, ONE, SJWF Program Director Miriam Hechtman was determined to bring the backstory of the theatrical work to the Jewish community. ‘Suzie Miller has brought RBG’s story to life in a way that not only moved me to tears but also roused my appreciation and respect for all that Ginsburg has done for women and humankind. The play is a stunning achievement for Miller and the whole production team.’

RBG: Playwright, Suzie Miller, in conversation with Michaela Kalowski, promises to be a stand-out event on the community literary calendar.”

I hope you will join me at Emanuel School on Wednesday 15 March 2023 from 6.30 pm – 8.30 pm for a night of music, celebration and   insight into the life of a woman who influenced and inspired so many. RGB bookings are now open and tickets cost $30. 

Mazal tov Rabbi

Mazal tov to Sam Zwarenstein who was recently been ordained as Rabbi at a moving ceremony in New York. Rabbi Zwarenstein, who is also the Director of Pastoral Care at Emanuel Synagogue, has been leading services and officiating at lifecycle events for around 25 years, in communities in South Africa and Australia. He has had a long connection with Emanuel School as a parent and educator, having taught tefillah to our Year 7 students for over five years (with a hiatus during COVID).

Rabbi Zwarenstein shared his journey, “Over the years I have been researching options to continue my studies that would meet my theological, philosophical and practical requirements. A few years ago I found a seminary and teachers that ticked all the boxes, and so my journey to being ordained began its final chapters.

“Studying with the Pluralistic Rabbinical Seminary has allowed me to expand my knowledge and skills in an environment that promotes advanced learning and debate, and provides students with innovative and extensive opportunities for their rabbinate”.

We are so proud of Rabbi Zwarenstein and celebrate this significant experience with him and his family. Mazal tov!

Quote of the week

“The best classroom and the richest cupboard is roofed only by the sky.” ~ Margaret McMillan

From the Deputy Principal

Margaret Lowe – Deputy Principal

Traffic

The amount of traffic around the School during drop off and pick up times is considerable. We understand the convenience of having students starting at the same time rather than staggering start and finish times, as was required during the pandemic, but this does mean we have MANY cars here at the same time. For our traffic to be manageable, we need to reduce the number of cars dropping off and picking up. Here are some ways parents can help:

1. Students can take the school bus or public transport
2. Students can walk if they live close enough
3. Students can cycle to school (wearing a helmet)
4. Parents can organise a carpool roster.

The dedicated school bus routes that service our School provide an excellent means of transport to and from school for the majority of students at Emanuel. Parents and students are encouraged to use these services instead of driving children to school. Our very young students do need to be dropped off and picked up but, by Year 3, it is recommended that children use the bus service, if possible. Students younger than Year 3 could be on the bus with an older sibling. Information about the school bus service can be found on the parent portal or below. Please check the maps carefully to see if your child could use the bus service. Perhaps you can drop your child to a bus stop rather than bring them all the way to school.

The other important aspect of our traffic management is compliance. When parents comply with our Go With The Flow System, the traffic flow and safety of the students is maximised. Alternately, we experience significant issues, particularly with our neighbour relations, when parents make their own arrangements such as: 

• asking their children to meet them a block away
• dropping students outside the Go With The Flow area
• stopping in driveways
• making U turns
• turning right from Stanley Street
• driving south (up) Chepstow Street. 

Please be familiar with our procedures and ensure you are complying with them. Go With The Flow  Please also remember to ensure your children’s names are clearly visible ideally on the dashboard in your car.

Lastly, please co-operate with our traffic wardens who may need to remind you about our procedures or ask you to move away from an area. These staff members deserve the respect and courtesy of our parents, grandparents and community.

Emanuel School buses:

• 683e
• 697e
• 704e – to Maroubra, only in the afternoon

Bus routes

Please click on the links for the bus route.

683e – Watson’s Bay to Emanuel School
697e – Dover Heights to Mount Sinai College
704e – Moriah College Queens Park to Maroubra Beach (afternoon only) 

From the Head of Jewish Life

Adina Roth – Head of Jewish Life

As a new immigrant to Australia, I am constantly looking for new cultural content to acclimatise myself to our new home. I am grateful to a parent at Emanuel who introduced me to the Podcast Conversations. The very first ‘conversation’ I heard was a story which relates quite profoundly to this week’s Parsha, Mishpatim. It tells the true story of a man called Tony Bull. Tony grew up in Hobart, Tasmania and when he was just 11 years old he started stealing money that trusting people left out for milk and firewood. As he got a bit older and bolder, he would break into peoples’ homes for cash. He and his friends would spend the money they had stolen on cigarettes and treats and in his words, ‘play at being a rich kid for the day’. Tony ended up being sent to juvenile centres and then to prison.  

He describes how when he arrived at Risdon prison for the first time, he was in many ways still a kid. He hadn’t even had his first shave and he was terrified! As the barber shaved his head that first day, he advised Tony that the only way to survive was to mind his own business. But it was just three days later that he had to defend himself at a cards game when someone attacked him out of the blue. The attacks were ceaseless and Tony had to learn to defend himself very quickly.  As terrifying as it was, Tony acclimatised to prison life and describes a psychological phenomenon whereby he started to prefer being on the inside of prison walls than on the outside.

Tony explained that when he would get out after serving a sentence, he struggled with freedom. He said in prison he had become institutionalised. Living without freedom had begun to feel safe and right for him. Essentially, Tony was describing a prison in his mind where he kept himself locked in and that prison was stronger and more powerful than any outside prison.  

Tony’s story reminded me of a strange, ancient Jewish law concerning owning a slave that is found in this week’s Parsha. In ancient biblical times, people were allowed to own slaves with certain limits and obligations. Crucially one could not own a slave forever and interestingly one was required to put the needs of your slave before your own. The law about the slave reads as follows: “If you acquire a Hebrew slave, you can keep him for six years, and in the 7^th year you should set him free”.  However, the Torah is interested in a contingency: if the slave said, “I do not wish to go free, I don’t want to leave”, then a person was told to take the slave to the door and pierce his ear against the doorpost and the slave would remain enslaved for life, based on his own wishes.

This is a curious passage and invited me to ponder, why would any slave not want to be set free? Tony Bull’s story helped me to answer this question. The Jewish people have an archetypal story in our narrative, which could be described as ‘From Slavery to Freedom’.  We value freedom and our story of being slaves remains an impetus for so much of Jewish ethics. If our destiny was freedom, the Torah seems to understand that some people might have become acclimatised to slavery, to the point that they even prefer it as an option to freedom. Like Tony Bull’s dependency on prison, slavery could become habitual and start to feel ‘safe’. 

Unlike the Hebrew slave who gets a piercing and remains a slave for life, something amazing happened to Tony. He was in Risdon prison again for a repeat offence when some of the prisoners encouraged Tony to join the debating team. Tony decided to give it a go and his first debate among the prisoners was ‘The Love Boat is a floating brothel’. Tony typed up his argument, got his cards all mixed up, ditched them and went on his own. And he discovered he was good at debating. He grew in confidence and something happened….debating changed the way he saw himself. The debating club in the prison joined an outside roster and non-prisoners, including politicians, came in to debate with them. Tony Bull’s self-esteem grew and grew. He wasn’t just a thief anymore. He was articulate, he was funny and he was smart. And he was eventually able to leave prison and become truly free.

On the night of our redemption from Egypt, the book of Shemot tells us that we splashed the blood of a sheep on our doorpost so that when the killing of the firstborn happened (a problematic plague, but not for this discussion), the Jewish people were passed over and saved. Perhaps the slave who wants to be enslaved forever has his ear pierced on the door post as a symbolic reminder of the doorpost on the night his/her people were freed. The doorpost is an architectural construct that exists to literally shift people from one space to another. Perhaps by being taken to a doorpost, the slave who wishes to remain a slave is being told, “you were FREED from Egypt, you walked out that door a long time ago, your destiny as a human is freedom, not slavery”. I like to believe that perhaps as they went to the doorpost they’d be reminded of that first doorpost of freedom and remember an alternate destiny for themselves, and opt out of eternal slavery. Maybe the piercing on the doorpost was an ancient form of Tony Bull’s debating club, a way of reminding them of who they could be.

The Torah foregrounds that we need to value and protect the freedom of ourselves and others. It doesn’t matter if you’re an ancient Hebrew slave or a prisoner who can’t handle being on the outside. We all have our places where we keep ourselves in little prisons, where we limit ourselves out of fear, “I can’t do this”, “I won’t do that”. But Tony Bull teaches us that it starts with something as simple as joining the club you didn’t expect yourself to join, trying something you are scared of trying, and being willing to see yourself differently.  

As David Whyte, the poet, tells us:
“The doors have always been there to frighten you and invite you.”

Shabbat Shalom

Primary News

Natanya Milner – Head of Primary School

Thank you to the parents and community members who joined us this week for Meet the Teacher. I would also like to thank our amazing teachers and executive members for their presentations. We have a fabulous team and I am so excited for the year ahead!

As discussed, we have a number of goals that we are working towards this year including:

• The development and implementation of a behaviour framework in line with Positive Behaviour for Learning and The Leader in Me
• The familiarisation and implementation of new English and Mathematics syllabus documents
• Participating in the Association for Independent Schools’ (AIS) Numeracy Project to develop best practice Mathematics programs across all classrooms
• A review of our OC program
• Embedding a Proficiency model into our Hebrew programs
• A review of the teaching of Jewish text studies and prayer
• Completing the Roth Segal B’Yachad Building and moving Kindy, Year 5, Year 6, the Imaginarium and the library
• The implementation of a new suite of IT systems and processes.

I also mentioned that I would post a link to an important Child Protection video created by the AIS. I encourage every member of our community to watch this video in order to be informed about the importance of Child Protection, what to report and when to report. Please be in touch with me if you have any questions or concerns.

We look forward to sharing 2023 with you and thank you for your ongoing support.

Stevie Levenston
Director of Primary Operations 

Stevie Levenson – Director of Primary Operations

Working at Emanuel School is a dream come true and I am blessed to introduce myself to you all. I am the Director of Primary Operations and my role at Emanuel Primary School is to work alongside the Executive team to ensure that our beautiful school runs smoothly and efficiently, overseeing the leadership and management on the organisational aspects of school life. It is my goal, and that of the Executive, that as I learn more about the School and the role, to streamline the School’s information and organisational practices, putting our ‘seeking to understand, then be understood’ habit into effect. I look very forward to working with all the fabulous educators and administration teams to make wonderful memories for your children and of course seeing you at the wonderful events we have planned across the year.

Something has resonated with me over the past few weeks. Whilst I have been very well entrenched in the Jewish community over the years, the way I have been welcomed and embraced in your community has truly touched my heart.

Perhaps more than anyone else, Avraham and Sarah represent role models of excellence for what we are trying to achieve in creating a welcoming Jewish community. The Torah tells us that one day, Avraham was sitting at the entrance of his tent during the heat of the day. As he looks up, he sees three men standing near him. So he jumps to his feet and runs up to the men, greets them bowing to the ground. He says, “Friends, if it is alright with you, do not go rushing and passing me by. Please, let me bring you some water, bathe your feet and rest under the tree. And let me go get you something to eat so that you may refresh yourselves, then go on and go where you must.” The three men reply, “Go ahead”. 

So Avraham runs to Sarah’s tent and says, “Quick, grab your best flour and bake some bread”. Then he runs to the herd and takes the best looking calf and gives it to a servant to prepare a meal. He takes cheese and milk and the calf that had been prepared and sets it before the men. When it was time for the men to leave, Avraham walked with them to see them off, ensuring they would leave safely.

It is said that the welcome that Avraham and Sarah provided to these strangers should be our model for what it takes to make people feel welcome in the community. What we practise in our homes should be mimicked in our synagogues, schools and community institutions. Avraham did not wait – he rushed to greet his visitors, he made them feel comfortable and satiated and then walked them out to make sure they found their way.

The Torah doesn’t waste words. It provides all these details because they matter. Creating a welcoming environment is about attention to details, with the most important detail being how comfortable your guest feels.

Since the moment I agreed to work here, the hospitality I have received has been second to none, I have been made to feel comfortable, valued and safe. I have been embraced, respected and fed, many more times that I can count!

And the truth is, I know that I am not alone, as your children are made to feel this way every single day by the warm, passionate and caring people on this campus.

It got me thinking that if we don’t make the effort in making people feel as though they belong, in any place, then they won’t stay long enough to enjoy the riches that it has to offer.

I intend to remain here to ensure that I enjoy the riches Emanuel School has to offer – because in my short time here, I already know that this is a place where I can grow and where your children can grow to reach their full potential.

Joshua Aghion – Co-ordinator of Innovation (K-6)

Setting up tech agreements at home

Creating a family set of agreements around the use of technology is a research-based approach to managing cyberbullying, too much screen time and children experiencing the negative effects of using technology. At school, we apply the concept of being Safe, Respectful and Responsible when using technology. Over the past two weeks all students from years one to six have discussed, thought about and then agreed on a set of expectations with a logical consequence (they lose their device for a period of time) if they don’t follow those expectations. Creating a family focused agreement where your child is a part of the process is one way parents are able to manage the use of devices at home. 

Using the eSafety Commission’s guide to setting up tech agreements at home is one way you can start. 

Here are some example statements or agreements that you could use with some discussion points to begin your conversations:

Remember, these agreements will need to be reviewed each time your child uses their technology. Taking photos of your child doing the right thing and using these as prompts and reminders is one way to make this reminder part of their everyday use. 

If you’re looking for some possible agreements that your child may start with, here are a few:

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to let me know. 

Ma Koreh

Adam Carpenter – Head of Jewish Life Primary

We welcome in the Hebrew month of Adar (Rosh Chodesh Adar) next week and we begin our preparations for Purim, which occurs on the 14 Adar. 

This year Erev Purim takes place on Monday evening 6 March 2023, with synagogues and communities across Sydney celebrating with Megilah readings and fun activities. On Monday evening Emanuel Synagogue will be holding its famous comedic and musical Purim Shpiel. 

Our School celebrations will take place on Tuesday 7 March 2023, with special activities and celebrations, and of course Purim dress ups. More information on our Purim festivities will be shared with families next week.

The Talmud (Ta’anit 29a:18 ) states: 

“מִשֶּׁנִּכְנַס אֲדָר מֵרַבִּין בְּשִׂמְחָה” 

 “with the entering of the month of Adar, we increase in happiness”

One way we aim to bring joy and happiness to our school community at this time is with a whole school Shabbat celebration and a day called “רֹאשׁ לָרֶגֶל”, which means “Head to Foot”. 

On Friday 24 February 2023 we will bring colour and fun to our day by tweaking the school uniform with CRAZY HATS (fun hats and wigs) for Primary students and KRAZY KICKS (wacky shoes and socks) for High School students. Students are asked to bring a gold coin tzedakah contribution on this day.

The focus for our Purim tzedakah (and the Purim mitzvah of Matanot La’evyonim – Gifts to the Poor) will be OzHarvest. In the lead up to Purim we will be also be collecting food that OzHarvest will distribute to provide food relief for the growing number of people doing it tough in our community at this time.

We look forward to filling the month of Adar with fun, festivities, joy, happiness and a sense of gratitude for all that we enjoy. 

Primary Swimming Carnival

A huge thank you to the wonderful PE Staff, led by Stuart Taylor, who ran a highly successful and enjoyable Years 3-6 Swimming Carnival yesterday. The students loved the opportunity to be in the water and race against their peers. The ruach was wonderful as the children supported their Houses and all the participants. The carnival was very well organised and run. 

Thank you to all of the teachers for helping to support the carnival, making sure each student was where they needed to be for each race.

House Sprit was alive on campus on Thursday, with our Primary students ready to go:

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A thank you also goes to parent and photographer, Ofer Levy, who took photos for the School, and to all the parents and friends for joining us for the day. (look out for these next week in Ma Nishma!)

Primary Extra-Curricular

Emma Hill – Primary Teacher and Coordinator of Extra-Curricular Programs

The Primary School Extra-Curricular program offers a variety of sporting, music, and recreational opportunities for students of all ages. Extra-Curricular activities are those that are pursued in addition to the curriculum. Emanuel School’s Extra-Curricular program encourages students to develop their interests and excel beyond the classroom. Our extensive range of Extra-Curricular activities enables students to learn new skills, discover and develop talents and interests, and nurture friendships with others. Emanuel students are encouraged to make the most of the opportunities on offer. 

Our Term 1 Extra-Curricular schedule is now available online. This includes a range of music, sport, and recreational activities. Many activities have set enrolment numbers so please ensure you enrol your child early to avoid disappointment.

Emanuel teachers offer a range of free Extra-Curricular lunchtime opportunities for students throughout the year. These have now been added to our Primary Extra-Curricular schedule. Teachers advertise these activities to students and students can choose to enrol in these classes by approaching the teacher in charge.

The Extra-Curricular schedule on the Parent Portal is regularly updated throughout the term, so please refer to this if you have any questions about the scheduling of activities. There are email links on each activity to help direct you to the relevant person if you have any additional questions.

The Term 1 Extra-Curricular Schedule is available now via the Parent Portal.

Kornmehl

Terry Aizen – Director of Kornmehl

What is play?

The Kornmehl Philosophy states the following about learning through play: 

We embrace and acknowledge that children come to the Kornmehl Pre-school with a richness of experiences. We believe that childhood is a time to be, to seek and make meaning of the world. We believe that children learn best through play. We see play as being the “heartbeat” of our Pre-school program. Play provides opportunities for children to learn as they experiment, explore, discover, create, improvise and imagine. When children play with other children, they form relationships, test out ideas, challenge each other’s thinking, explore language and build new understandings and connections. Play provides a supportive environment where children can ask questions, solve problems and engage in critical thinking. In these ways play can promote positive dispositions towards learning.

Play is an active investigation and utilises creative expression. It helps to build resilience, problem-solving, language development and speech, communication, empathy, creativity, and self-expression. Play is vital for acting out feelings, fears, ideas, experiences, and for self-expression. Whilst playing, children are learning the skills of life – to negotiate, take turns, share, express frustration in appropriate ways, to creatively explore their world in a safe environment. Play releases great hormones in the brain that help children to relax. It inspires and motivates children to keep on going. It is a natural aspect of children’s lives.

Children’s immersion in their play, illustrates how play enables them to simply enjoy being. There is a wealth of research available to support the positive impact of play on a child’s lifelong learning and wellbeing. Neurological research confirms that play is a powerful tool to support healthy brain development and cognitive function. Play allows children to be active leaders in their own learning and development. It takes shape in many forms and will look different in every context. 

Play-based learning is a key feature of quality early childhood programs and involves a range of sensory learning experiences that promote discovery, curiosity, creativity, exploration, interaction, learning and development. A play-based learning approach also fosters children’s critical skills, understanding and dispositions which are essential to their successful learning and development.   

Children are intrinsically motivated by play and play nurtures a positive attitude towards learning. Through play children develop connections, build relationships, and make meaning of the world around them.

What does a play-based approach to learning look like?

Educators encourage children’s learning through play by:

• providing resources that reflect children’s ages, interests, knowledge, strengths, abilities, and culture to stimulate and support play. Resources which allow open ended use of items e.g. loose parts, boxes, crates etc.
• planning play experiences based on the assessment of children’s individual differences, interests, developmental needs, and ability. For example, as a child learns to hold a pencil to draw and write, educators will give children different sized objects to grasp, and to build strength in the child’s fingers.
• observing children as they play so that they can understand how they play with other children, what skills and understanding they demonstrate in play and what activities can strengthen their skills in play.
• joining in children’s play to extend the child’s learning and to model skills such as reasoning, appropriate language, and positive behaviours.
• providing large blocks of unhurried and uninterrupted time for play for children’s ideas and games to develop.

Resources:

• https://www.startingblocks.gov.au/other-resources/factsheets/the-importance-of-play-in-children-s-learning-and-development/
• Kathy Walker – Why Play Matters?

Library visits

This week the children all participated in their first visit to the Primary School library. Going up to the big school is an adventure. The walk up the hill is always very exciting. The children are learning to walk in pairs, not to run and to stay on the path. Starting to build a sense of connection to the big school is part of laying the foundation for the future when the children will transition to the school. 

The librarian, Mrs Rogut, played some games with the children to familiarise them with the new space and she read them a story.

Playball

The Early Childhood years are the ideal time for children to form healthy lifestyle habits such as physical activity. Playball is a valuable program that teaches, encourages, and supports several fundamental movement and physical skills.

These include jumping, running, galloping, hopping, catching, kicking, and throwing, not to mention balance and co-ordination, fine motor, and small muscle development. The children have the opportunity to learn how to use different pieces of equipment such as hockey sticks, bat, and balls etc. Other skills such as listening and following directions, being part of a team, sharing, and sportsmanship are also being taught. Life skills such as independence, persistence, goal setting, respect and co-operation are supported and promoted.

A key to any physical activity is enjoyment. When children are having fun, they are more motivated and want to keep doing it. The Playball program is about fun, being active and giving things a go. Skills and learning experiences are taught in a way that is fun and positive and tailored to the individual experiences, needs and abilities of each child.

The children were introduced to their wonderful coaches, Al and Rama. 

The children engaged in various exercises that involved crossing the midline, balancing, bouncing, and catching the ball, and obstacle courses. Having Playball in the MPH provides the children with another opportunity to become familiar with the school grounds. 

Happy Birthday

We wish a very happy birthday to our special educator Laura Meltzer. We hope you had a lovely day.

Women of worth

Sonia Newell – Development Officer – Alumni & Community Relations

I hope you have all had a great week. As we celebrate 40 years of Emanuel School this year, there is so much history and so many stories about how we have grown from such humble beginnings in 1983 to the great School we are now.

Did you know that the building we know now as the Lynette Sandra Phillips Kindergarten was originally the laundry facilities for the Little Sisters of the Poor in the 1930s? In the early 1990s, the then Head of the Art Department, Lauren Ehrlich, together with her staff, literally stripped out the inside of the laundry to create the School’s first dedicated Art Department. Once the new Kleinlehrer Family LINC Building was opened in 2015, the High School Art Department moved to the top floor of that new building to the amazing space now known as The Sherman Art Precinct, and the old site was then transformed into our wonderful Year K classrooms and play space, which was officially opened in 2016 to provide the children with light and airy, colourful learning spaces, with custom-made and themed furniture and décor.

The Old Laundry – 1929

Sydney WorldPride
Friday 17 February to Sunday 5 March 2023

The theme for this fabulous festival is GATHER, DREAM, AMPLIFY and it officially starts with the Mardi Gras Parade on Saturday night. As the biggest event of the Sydney WorldPride festival, there will be 12,500 marchers as 200+ floats adorn Oxford Street for the first time since 2020. If you are heading off to the parade as a participant or as a supporter, on the side-lines, we hope you have a great night. Check out all the events for the month of celebrations.

Kornmehl

Last week I featured some of our new Year K students whose parents are Emanuel alumni. This week I would like to introduce a few of our new Kornmehl Pre-School students. Did you know that the Pre-School has three classes and a very active group of mums who are class parents helping the dedicated staff in so many ways? Alumna Sarah Robuck (nee Krigstein, Class of 2005) is one of two class parents for the middle group “Starfish”, whilst alumna Lisa Greenberg (nee Shapiro) is class parent for the Seashells. Lisa was Head Madricha, Class of 2001 and married her class-mate David Greenberg. Samara, their youngest child loves that she is now at the same school as her two big brothers Isaac and Ariel. Lisa says, “It feels so special to have all three of our children at Emanuel. We love that they get to experience the same warmth and unique school spirit that we too experienced at Emanuel all those years ago.”

Another new starter at Kornmehl is Neave Lukins who not only has a parent who is an alum – her mother Carly Mooney who was Head Madricha, Class of 2006 but her father, Eamon Lukins, is one of our Year 6 teachers. Past student Adam Chimes (Primary Head Madrich 1996) now has all three children at Emanuel School with the youngest, Milo Brookman Chimes starting at Kornmehl this year. Milo is very excited to now be at the same school as his sister Stella in Year 5 and brother Griffin in Year 4. Adam says, “It’s really special for me watching my three kids playing and learning in the same atmosphere that shaped many of the values of my early childhood. Emanuel’s ethos hasn’t changed much in 30 years which is pretty remarkable. Talya and I couldn’t imagine a better school life for our children”.

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Samara Greenberg with big brothers Isaac and Ariel

Neave Lukins with Mum and Dad

Adam Chimes and family

Back to school

A recent message from past student Joanna Vasileva (nee Podgoetsky) who was visiting family here in Sydney from Seattle where she lives with her husband and two young children, was followed up with a wonderful hour-long tour around the campus last week. From the Class of 1999, Joanna had not been back at School since she left after HSC and so she not only wanted to see how school had changed over the past 24 years, she also wanted to show her husband where she grew up. Joanna says, “I work as a Principal Director of Product at Microsoft so the tech investments were exciting for me to see. I was so impressed with all the advancements in the School and particularly the investments in high tech such as the VR and robotics kits as well as the Drama theatre. The School felt like home and I hope to send my children there in the future”. During the visit Joanna also met up with some of her teachers who are still on staff including her Science teacher, Tina Greenhill, and Garry Case, now Director of Digital Learning Technologies K-12 and Acting Head of Jewish Studies. 

Tina Greenhill with Joanna Vasileva (Class of 1999)

Art Show
Sunday 19 February 2023 – 2.00 pm to 6.00pm

If you’re looking for something to do this Sunday afternoon, you might like to wander down to the Nefesh Art Show, at 54 Roscoe Street Bondi Beach, where you will see artwork by current Emanuel parent Martine Springer and staff member Janice Eliovson as well as other local artists.

Nefesh Art Show

University life beyond study

We love to hear what past students do after leaving School. Alumna Liat Granot (Class of 2021) is now at ANU in Canberra where she is studying a double degree in Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics, and Bachelor of Arts, English Language and Literature. Although study keeps her very busy, she still finds time for her passion of Drama. Some of our readers will remember Liat from her role as The Nurse in the School production of Romeo and Juliet a few years ago. She is now going to be directing a play for the National University Theatre Society (NUTS) – The Lieutenant of Inishmore, a play Samantha Bauer, Head of Drama at Emanuel, taught Liat in Year 12. We are hoping for an interview with Liat and Ms Bauer for Ma Nishma, so watch this space.

Liat Granot

NUTS – play directed by Liat Granot

WOMEN OF WORTH (WOW) at The Great! Sunday 12 March, 9.30 am to 4.30 pm Past Emanuel parent Caroline Lewis says, “In this 2023 WOW Day, which coincides with International Women’s Day, we bring together women from different backgrounds and life situations with a common goal: to learn, share and be inspired, whilst understanding the roles women play and the obstacles we face in life. We promise a fun day of discussions, panels and activities in a heartfelt, stimulating and enlightening way for every stage of our lives. Anyone who identifies as a woman or was assigned female at birth is warmly welcome to join us”. This event promises to be a fabulous day connecting with women at The Great! One of the sessions will be run by personal trainer Naomi Blair, who works part-time here at School as Foundation Database Administrator. Click Here to see the program and click here to book! WOW 2023

Brave Talks 2023

If you want to be part of the movement tearing down the stigma of mental health and inspiring our community to reach out for help, then now is your chance!

Talya Rabinovitz, Chief Mental Health Development Officer at Jewish Care, is looking for speakers and volunteers to be involved with a series of Brave Talks events in 2023. This follows the sell-out evening last November which was organised by Jewish Care and The Choice Foundation whose Manager is Emanuel alumna Danielle Wakerman (nee Lewis). At the event, the audience heard from Emanuel alumnus Jake Biggs (Class of 2012) and five other amazing human beings. Email Talya direct if you would like to know more.

Brave Hearts

GET READY SURFERS with Maccabi NSW, LET’S GO SURFING and JCA

Join Maccabi All Abilities, a program for community members with a disability, who want to learn to surf, gain ocean awareness and socialise with like-minded people. Class space is limited. Contact Maccabi for more details and reserve your spot by emailing: allabilities.nsw@maccabi.com.au 

MACABBI ALLABILITIES

Friendship Circle (FC)

Volunteer and mentor opportunities

If your children are interested in volunteering for one or some of the many programs offered by FC for younger members of our community with a disability, the best place to start is to check out their website  or contact jaimiknep@sydneyfc.org.au for more information

FC Teen and Tween Getaways – March 2023

FC Walks 2023

Every year on the last Sunday in August, the streets of Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs are swarming with people young and old wearing purple T-shirts as they participate in the FC Walk to raise funds for this amazing organisation. This year’s walk will be held on Sunday 27 August.  Please contact Chana Kavka direct if you can help with sponsorship and/or would like more information.

FC Walk 27 August 2023

Calling swimmers of all ages 
Don’t forget to register for the 2023 NSW Maccabi Swimming Championships

There is still time to register for this event on Sunday 5 March 2023.

2023 NSW Jewish Swimming Championships

We look forward to sharing our news and yours, so if you have photos and/or news you would like to share with us, please send to Sonia Newell.       

Shabbat shalom, stay safe and have a great weekend.

Let’s stay safe

Gifted and Talented Extra-Curricular

Craig Moss – Co-ordinator of Gifted & Talented 7-12

Term 1 drop in time 

All students are welcome to drop in B15 at recess from Monday to Thursday to meet with Mr Moss, Co-ordinator of Gifted and Talented. This time is available for students to ask questions about the gifted program and what the Gifted and Talented Department offers. It could also be used to receive assistance with work for extracurricular activities and competitions or to ask questions about their learning.

Alternatively you can email to arrange a meeting. 

Term 1 Gifted & Talented Extra-Curricular activities 

Term 1 Weekly lunchtime sessions 

These sessions will start from Week 4

Term 1 events 

*Dates are subject to change. Students and parents involved will be notified. 

Years 7 and 8 go to camp

Sienna Poswell – Year 11, Peer Support L eader

Day 1

Leaving school early on Monday morning began our journey to Camp Somerset. Smiles, nervous energy, and oversized bags weighed the bus down. As we arrived, we were greeted by people in red shirts who were ready to begin their week-long journey with Emanuel School Year 7 and 8 students alongside Year 11 Peer Support Leaders.

Our first activity was hiking. Not many excited faces or smiles, but nevertheless we were dropped at the top of the mountain in a small but noticeable clearway to begin our walk down a firetail. As we power walked up and down the hills and climbed down rocks, we were making record time. Everyone was wet from the rain but feeling very proud of what they had just achieved.

Day 2

We got into our water shoes and rashies, put on layers of sunscreen and dragged the canoes down to the water’s edge. After huffing and puffing we got out on the water and practised our rowing techniques in hopes to fight the current. Slowly everyone got the hang of it and was racing down the river as fast their paddles could carry them. The current was strong, but Szenes fought back. The tide was low enough that we could jump out and heave the canoes most of the way. We even made a canoe chain and a few mighty and strong Year 8s pulled everyone along until their legs gave in. Everyone had pushed themselves to the limit and was short of breath but there was lots of laughing, swimming and complaining. Looking back everyone enjoyed their water experience and if they had another chance, they would do it again!

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Music

Diana Springford – Head of Music

Welcome to our Music Matters page! 🎶

Here and on our portal page, you will find announcements about our busy Music program, so please check in regularly. Now is the time to get involved in our Years K-12 Music Competition. Anyone who sings or plays an instrument is eligible for the performance component. For anyone who composes music or writes songs, you can enter the composition component. All entrants get PS or HS House Points. Please see our separate article for more information. 

Week 3 was the first week of IP, the Years 3-6 Instrument Program, for the year. It has been wonderful seeing all the Primary musicians again. Good luck working out the weekly practice schedule and sticking with it until it becomes second nature.

The Extra-Curricular Music Program is now in full swing. At this link you will find the rehearsal schedule for all our ensembles and choirs. On the second tab of the spreadsheet, you will find ensemble descriptions and the level expected to join. All ensembles began rehearsing this week.

If you have been in a core ensemble or choir for Terms 1 and 2 and are in Years 4-12, you will be eligible for Music Camp (in Term 2, Monday 19 June – Thursday 22 June 2023, approximate cost $600) which is also a lot of fun.

Please visit our Music Portal Page for information about:

• Private Music Tuition (beginning and discontinuing)
• Ensemble and Choir membership for K-12 students
• Infant Strings Program (ISP) for K-2
• Performance opportunities
• Borrowing an orchestral instrument

Music Competition 2023

Coordinator of Music Events | Music Teacher 5-12 | Tutor

Music Competition – submissions due Week 4

It has been truly wonderful to see the entries to the Music Competition coming in. Next week (Week 4) is the last week that you can submit a recording of a performance and/or composition to the competition.

Here are some FAQs:

• What’s in it for me? Every submission to the competition earns house points. High School students earn House points towards House Music! If you are chosen as a finalist, you will be invited to the Showcase Concert on Monday 3 April 2023 (Week 10). If you are a winner of your category there is a small trophy and a voucher prize. So, there is a lot up for grabs, as well as personal satisfaction and pride.

• Who are the adjudicators? Our Showcase Concert adjudicators are professionals working in the industry. We are thrilled to announce our two adjudicators: Jason Noble and Naomi Crellin (pictured below). Jason is one of Australia’s best clarinettists. He is a renowned soloist and ensemble member as part of Ensemble Offspring. He has released his own albums and has appeared as a guest artist on many others. You will know him from previous years adjudicating the Music Competition! Naomi is one of Australia’s most well-known jazz and acapella singers and vocal arrangers. In 1996 she won Young Australian Composer of the Year. She is currently the Musical Director for Vocal Ensemble, The Idea Of North.
  Jason Noble

  Naomi Crellin
• When do I have to submit a recording by? You have to submit a recording by the end of Week 4.

• Where do I submit my recording to? You can submit your recording to this link.

We can’t wait to see your entries and tally up some House points! If you have any questions, please ask your music teacher or email Mr Owen.   

Careers

Claire Pech – Careers Advisor

This infographic Copy of Education-Future-Infographic-2022* from McCrindle shares statistics on 16-24 year olds and their attitudes towards work, their futures, the way they would like to work and their own learning.

A few stand out key changes that I would like to highlight are:

• the new ways of student learning has website and teachers almost equal.
• the majority – 60% – want work flexibility with hybrid working models. Companies that do not offer this flexibility will simply lose the best staff.
• 48% of young people are working on a small side project (or side hustle) whilst still being a traditional employee.
• the shift from people wanting security has moved to people wanting purpose, as a driver for career decisions.

The statistic that should give all students comfort – 73% of young people have a few ideas but don’t know exactly what they want to do. At this young and early stage we don’t want students to feel they have to know where their future lies.

As I mention often, all we want is them to start looking at some pieces of this big puzzle, start to gather information and see where their interests take them. Time tends to reveal lots of fascinating information that just isn’t uncovered at the age of 16, 17 and 18.

Generally we need to dabble in some new courses, new companies, new groups of people and new ideas to start to get a feel for what suits us and our own skill set. But it all takes time. Patience is key!

There are some amazing free webinars put on by The University of Sydney for Term 1 – click on the link to register.

• Life of a Data Scientist | Wednesday 22 February 2023, 4.00 pm – 4.30 pm
• Learn a language: Make it Arabic! | Wednesday 22 February 2023,  5.00 pm – 5.30 pm
• Why study Project Management? | Wednesday 1 March 2023, 4.00 pm – 4.30 pm
• Putin, History, and the Ukraine War | Wednesday 1 March 2023,  5.00 pm – 5.30 pm
• Pathways to studying Law | Wednesday 8 March 2023,  4.00 pm – 4.30 pm
• Share your passion for learning as a Secondary Teacher | Wednesday 8 March 2023,  5.00 pm – 5.30 pm
• Bachelor of Commerce: Internships & work-ready learning experiences | Wednesday 15 March  2023, 4.00 pm – 5.00 pm
• Life of a Health Scientist | Wednesday 22 March 2023,  4.00 pm – 4.30 pm
• How a history degree prepares you to work with Big Data | Wednesday 22 March 2023,  5.00 pm – 5.30 pm
• Bachelor of Advanced Computing | Wednesday 29 March  2023, 4.00 pm – 4.30 pm
• Interaction Design at Sydney | Wednesday 29 March 2023, 5.00 pm – 5.30 pm

*This infographic was produced before ChatGPT, so will be revised in the future.

Let’s sign

Rebecca Gaida – Hebrew Teacher Primary

Shalom! שלום

We have had a super start to Israeli sign language learning this year! We have an Israeli sign language club on Thursdays in P21 with our super keen Year 6 Israeli sign language madrichim: Joel Hersh, Liam Gross, Nadav Pollak, Talia Gellert, Akira Aronstan, Claudia Hochroth and Evie Brodovcky. 

There has never been a more enthusiastic bunch ready to learn their aleph bet in Israeli sign language. Check out their video.

My Year 5 Hebrew class have been so kind and made you a crash course for your first 18 words:

Ava and Isabella Lotkin have made you a video all about Tu Bishvat, the festival of the trees.

Thank you to Tehya Berkowitz, Zac Bernstein, Mila Blumenthal, Ariella Goodstone, Jai Holloway, Samuel Jacobs, Samuel Jaku, Jory Jochelson, Annabelle Krusin, Alana Sharp, Elliot Torban, Jesse Unger, Kinneret Green, Ava and Isabella Lotkin, Siena Ryder, Isaac Struggles, Noa Thaler, Goldie Liebowitz, Aitan Marks, Jacob Clark, Jared and Siena Kery.

Want to impress your Hebrew teacher? Try to use some of the words!

Positions vacant

HSC/Exam Presiding Officer

We are looking for a HSC/Examination Presiding Officer to join our team. This is a casual position, responsible for managing the preparation, conduct and supervision of the HSC exams, as well as some school-managed exam periods such as trial exams.

The Presiding Officer must:

• have a current Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance for employment
• use a vehicle with a comprehensive motor vehicle insurance policy
• is available the entire HSC exam period: 11 October 2023 – 3 November 223
• have intermediate working knowledge of common computer programs and tasks, such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, emails, downloading documents etc
• be well-organised
• have good attention to detail
• be able to effectively manage students and a team of supervisors.

There is also a physical component to this role as the Presiding Officer is required to lift and handle exam materials and may also be standing for most of the day.

You would be not eligible for this position if:

• you have a child or near-relative sitting the HSC exams this year at any school
• you are/were recently employed by the School (paid or volunteer) which may be perceived as a conflict of interest
• you tutor students sitting the HSC exams.

A Presiding Officer is responsible directly to NESA for the effective conduct of the exams. They are responsible for:

• managing supervisors
• maintaining confidentiality of all exam conduct
• co-ordinating set up of exam areas
• following all security and administrative procedures
• following all child protection, emergency evacuation and workplace health and safety procedures and policies; and ensure all supervisors adhere to these policies.

How to apply

To apply or to find out more information about the role, email your resume.  

Hebrew Teacher – Primary or High School

We have an exciting opportunity in our Hebrew Department, with opportunities to teach in either our Primary or High School. This is a permanent position that could be either full time or 0.8FTE. 

We are looking for experienced and highly skilled Hebrew educators with successful experience across their discipline. They will have a relevant degree/teaching qualification, be accredited with NESA and hold a current Working With Children Check.

How to apply

To apply, email your application and resume. All applications should include a cover letter. 

Shuk at School coming soon

Justine Hofman – Head of P&F

At ‘Meet the Teacher’ evening on Monday, I spoke about the incredible way parents have given their time to volunteer at school. They have made the experience fun and personal – like a big warm hug.

This year, I extend the invitation to everyone to get involved.

If you have 30 minutes – that’s all it takes.
If you can jump on a few Zoom calls – that’s also all it takes.  

Quite simply, we would love as many of you to register your interest in being part of our initiatives.

For those of you with particular skills, talents or business connections – we’d also like to talk with you about ways you can contribute to or support through involvement or even sponsorships.

And if you can’t do any of the above, just come along to our events. Be friendly and welcoming to someone new. Share that lovely Emanuel community feeling.

We are looking forward to making 2023 an extra special one for all of us, in the school’s 40^th year!

Reminders

• Register your interest to volunteer, lend a skill or sponsor P&F initiatives.
• Buy tickets for P&F Family Camping on Friday 10 March 2023 – Sunday 12 March 2023.
• NEW Emanuel Uniform Shuk at School: start saving your old uniforms. Next week we will share more details on a new second-hand uniform initiative on campus, in time for the winter uniform change over.

Our canteen needs you

Our canteen operates every school day. We are totally committed to offering a delicious range of options whilst providing fresh and top quality food that promotes healthy eating. 

We are a very busy canteen servicing the students and staff. We would warmly welcome someone, who has a passion for food and ideally from the school community, to join our fabulous team. You would be helping our current canteen staff label bags, help make sandwiches and wraps, packing and distributing lunch orders and serving at the canteen window. This is a paid position working term time only.

If this interests you, please email Yaffa from the canteen for further details.

Community notices

PSG

Thank you to our volunteers for last week 
(Monday 6 February – Friday 10 February 2023)

Paul Berkovic, Nicky Abitz, Danielle Soutar, Danielle Jaku Greenfield, Ian Doust, Yossi Bitton, Alan Epstein, Steven New, Florette Ickowicz, Peter Nothman, Barry Odes, Ben Reid, Brad Allen, Emile Sherman, Ian Kessell, Jessica Sikar, Vitali Kanevsky, Brett Churnin, Bob Kummerfeld, Jerry Solomon, Peter Nothman, Brett Adler, Danny Fleischer, Jen Nathan, Leigh Goldberg, Shirley Goldrei and Karin Drutman.

Help keep our kids and community safe: sign up to PSG here.

Important dates

What’s happening next week

High School 

Friday 24 February 2023

• High School non uniform day
• Crazy Hat Day 

Primary School

Friday 24 February 2023

• Crazy Hat Day 

Kornmehl

Thursday 23 February 2023

• Parent Information and Social Evening

Save the date

High School

Monday 27 February 2023

• Year 10-12 Music to Encore
• Year 10 Chavayah Information Night

Tuesday 28 February 2023

• Year 5-7 Bar/Bat Mitzvah Parent Information Evening

Wednesday 1 March 2023 

• Year 12 Biology to Macquarie University
• Year 11-12 Drama to Ensemble Theatre

Thursday 9 March 2023

• Year 12 3WLC (online)

Friday 10 March 2023

• Year 9 Science to Powerhouse Museum

Monday 13 March 2023

• Year 11 Hospitality Work Placement 

Tuesday 14 March 2023

• Year 11 Hospitality Work Placement
• Year 111-12 SDD Big Day In (UTS)

Wednesday 15 March 2023 

• Year 11 Hospitality Work Placement 
• Year 7 & 9 NAPLAN Testing
• Year 10 3WLC

Thursday 16 March 2023 

• Year 11 Hospitality Work Placement
• Year 7 & 9 NAPLAN Testing 

Friday 17 March 2023 

• Year 11 Hospitality Work Placement
• Year 7 & 9 NAPLAN Testing 

Monday 20 March 2023

• Year 9 3WLC
• Year 3-12 Cross Country

Tuesday 21 March 2023 

• Year 9 French to Alliance Francaise Cultural Workshop

Monday 27 March 2023 

• Non Uniform Day – SRC BBQ
• Year 10 Careers Avenue Debriefs

Wednesday 29 March 2023 

• Year 11 Geography to Bantry Bay 
• Year 11 3WLC 

Thursday 30 March 2023 

• Year 11-12 Visual Arts to ArtExpress

Primary School 

Tuesday 28 February 2023

• Year 5-7 Bar/Bat Mitzvah Parent Information Evening

Wednesday 1 March 2023

• Year K Pathways Parent Information Morning 
• Year 6 Leadership Day 

Thursday 2 March 2023

• Year 6 Leadership Day

Friday 3 March 2023

• Year 6 Leadership Day 

Monday 6 March 2023

• Canteen closed 

Tuesday 7 March 2023

• Purim celebrations

Friday 10 March 2023 

• P&F Camping Trip Weekend

Wednesday 15 March 2023

• Years 3 & 5 NAPLAN Testing

Thursday 16 March 2023

• Years 3 & 5 NAPLAN Testing

Friday 17 March 2023 

• Years 3 & 5 NAPLAN Testing

Monday 20 March 2023 

• Year 3-12 Cross Country

Wednesday 22 March 2023 

• Parent Teacher Night 

Friday 24 March 2023

• Years K-6 Open Day 

Monday 27 March 2023

• Parent Teacher Night (online)

Kornmehl

Sunday 5 March 2023

• Kornmehl Family Picnic

Tuesday 7 March 2023 

• Purim Parade and Show

Thursday 16 March 2023 

• Pre-school Open Day

Tuesday 21 March 2023

• Deborah Blackman Protective Behaviours Talk

Wednesday 22 March 2023

• Deborah Blackman Protective Behaviours Talk

Thursday 23 March 2023

• Deborah Blackman Protective Behaviours Talk 

Thursday 30 March 2023 

• Konmehl Pesach Seder