Welcome to our first newsletter of Term 2. I hope that everyone was able to commemorate a very special day in our history yesterday – ANZAC Day. Thank you to those families who attended our own service on Wednesday afternoon, and also a very big thank you to Daniel Heskett for playing The Last Post and Rouse - it certainly added an extra special element to our service. I encourage us to always honour and remember those who served and continue to serve our country.

On Wednesday Mrs Cavanagh attended the Young Leaders Breakfast at North Geelong Secondary College with Oakley, Quinn, Ned and Ava. The students had a wonderful morning, and enjoyed the guest speaker, Aretha Brown, a yummy breakfast, and getting a chance to meet up with other young leaders from other schools.

Sports

Today we have several students representing Anakie Primary School at the next stage of Cross Country. We can't wait to hear how they go and report back in the next newsletter. Last week our Grade 3-6 students ventured to Goldsworthy Reserve to participate in the athletics carnival. There was great encouragement and enthusiasm from all students. Well done to Ned and Max who have progressed through to the next stage. Congratulations to Alex, Keegan, Ollie and Darcy who came 3rd in the 10 boys relay, Ned who came 2nd in the 200m and 3rd in the 100m, and Max who came 2nd in the Triple Jump and 2nd in the long jump. Well done!

The Egg Vault

This morning we welcomed Natalie and Libby from the Lara District Community Bank to officially open our chicken coop - 'The Egg Vault', and the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden program. As a school, we are so grateful for their continued support. Without their grants, our school would not be the wonderful space it is today. We thank Natalie and Libby for taking the time out to come and officially open the ‘Egg Vault’ today, and also for the wonderful names you have given 5 of our chickens. Photos to come!

DATES TO COME - also in the calendar

Friday 26th April - Cross Country - selected students
Monday 29th April - School Photos
Monday 13th May - Eggs Hatching
Wed 15th-17th May - Grade 3 Camp
Sunday 26th May - Bunnings BBQ
Friday 31st May - Winter Lightning Prems - more information to come
Friday 7th June - Curriculum Day - OSHC Running
Monday 10th June - King's Birthday Holiday - No school
Thursday 20th June - Teeth on Wheels Dentist
Monday 24th June - GSODA Performance - Little Mermaid - Whole School
Friday 28th June - Last day of term 2 - 2:30pm finish

Many thanks,
Louise Kahle

FOUNDATION: Lakai Barclay - for always trying your best in writing and for showing great resilience when learning to say the sounds to write the words. Keep up the great work Lakai!

GRADE 1/2: Savannah Vasils - Congratulations Savannah for showing our Anakie School value of aiming for EXCELLENCE in your writing and reading tasks. Every lesson you have shown great enthusiasm in starting straight away and getting your work done to the best of your ability and you are always proud of your efforts. Keep it up the great work, well done Savannah!

GRADE 3/4: Jesse Quarrell - For the effort that you are putting in with your homework routine, and also applying yourself in spelling and maths lessons. Keep up the great work!

GRADE 5/6: Beau Denny - for your commitment to Aiming for Excellence in Maths. Beau, each lesson you seek out and tackle harder tasks in an effort to extend yourself and your learning. Your dedication and responsibility is wonderful to see. Keep up the great work!

ART: Ryder Bevans - for working hard and staying focused on your silhouette and oil pastel picture. You showed persistence when drawing and cutting out your silhouette. Great job!

AUSLAN: Alfie Ellery - For always showing respect by listening attentively and following instructions. Alfie, you are such a responsible learner and you try so hard to learn our Auslan signs. Keep up the amazing effort!

PHYSICAL EDUCATION: Ned Bubb - For displaying all the Anakie values while representing our school at the District Athletics. You achieved great results and showed humility. We are proud of you! Well done!

Max Sparks - For displaying all the Anakie values while representing our school at the District Athletics. You achieved great results and showed humility. We are proud of you! Well done !

PRINCIPAL'S AWARD: Sophie Dollan - for having a great attitude towards your learning, trying your hardest, and demonstrating resilience when things are a bit challenging. Keep up the great work, Sophie!