From the Middle School
This week we are full steam ahead with final planning for the Year 7 Outdoor Education program which will run out at Vision Valley over the next two weeks. The schedule is diverse and engaging and promises to provide the girls with a positive experience and an opportunity to consolidate friendships. Thank you to Mrs Budd, Mr Heggie and Ms Mimmo for their dedication and organisation. We are praying for some beautiful weather!
Earlier this week we had a bit of a uniform blitz across Middle School and I am very pleased to report that the vast majority of students were doing the right thing. Can I please ask you to continue to work with us to ensure that uniforms are the correct length and that jewellery and makeup are left at home. All students with shoulder length hair are required to tie it back with a tartan, navy or green ribbon. Hats are to be worn to and from school. The girls look so smart when they wear their uniform with pride.
We are continuing to interview shortlisted Year 7 students for 2024 leadership positions after reading through all the applications. Across the board we have been impressed with the way the girls interact with confidence and a willingly to share their proposed initiatives across portfolios. Our college leadership process empowers the girls to step up and hone their skills. Not everyone can be nominated but we believe the individual growth that results from the process is well worth the investment.
The team are looking forward to attending the Years 7, 8 and 9 Drama production of Hating Alison Ashley this week and hope to see you there. Good luck to the Middle School cast and crew we know how hard you have been working in the lead up to the show.
On Wednesday our Year 8 girls attended a presentation from the staff at Vision Valley regarding the Residential Program for 2024. This was the first of their introductions to this bespoke program and an opportunity for them to ask questions and seek clarity.
Congratulations to our Year 8 Write a Book in a Day team who produced a wonderful composition: “Cake It Easy”: Fiona Pan, Eden Orena Barlin, Laranya Nanthakumaran, Jemma Hung, Kyraa Vig, Isis Li, Stella Sharp, Chloe Wei, Dia Verma. The girls worked collaboratively within a short deadline to co design their text building and sharing their skills.
Congratulations to Willa Pearson who was a member of the Under 14 NSW Metro team that competed at the National Youth Football Championships last week in Wollongong. Willa’s team were successful in reaching the final where they were narrowly defeated by Victoria 2 – 1 in final.
Please encourage your daughters to get involved in:
House Reading Challenge
Finished a book or two over the holidays? Our inaugural Pymble House Reading Challenge ends on Friday of this week. Don’t forget to enter a slip for each fiction, non-fiction and graphic novel book you have read over the past couple of months. Each entry wins your house 10 house points plus gives you the chance to win some awesome prizes. You can find the slips at the front desk of the Conde Library.
Gloucester Gatherings
Our Gloucester Gathering Liaisons along with our Middle School Liaisons, have put together a wonderful schedule for Gloucester Gatherings this Term. See below for the exciting activities planned for Middle School. We look forward to sharing many photos throughout the term.
From the Middle School Parent Group Leaders
Pymble Foundation Gala Ball
We hope that all parents had a fabulous time at the Ball! It was a wonderful evening and the incredible generosity shown to support the Pymble Foundation was phenomenal. A huge thank you to Natasha Rowe, Heidi Elliot, Shiva Rich and Carol Bai for their tireless effort in organising the Middle School parent tables.
Middle School Dinner for Parents in Years 7 and 8
As we rapidly approach the end of the school year, the Middle School coordinators warmly invite all parents and carers from Years 7 and 8 to come along to the Middle School Parents’ Dinner. The dinner will be held at Cavallino’s Italian Restaurant in Terry Hills on Saturday 4th November from 6.30pm. Please indicate your intention of attending this event by Friday 27 October 2023.
The cost of this event is $70 per person plus a booking fee.
This is a wonderful opportunity to meet up with parents to celebrate the end of year school year in a relaxed social setting. Please click here to sign up for the dinner.
Year 7 Yum Cha Brunch
May Tai warmly invites all Year 7 parents and carers to join her for a Yum Cha Brunch to be held at Star Capital Seafood Restaurant in Chatswood on Friday 10 November between 11.30am and 1.30pm.
Please come along and catch up with friends to celebrate the end of the school year.
The cost of this event is $45 per person plus a booking fee.
Please RSVP to this event by Friday 27 October 2023 by clicking here.
Key Term Dates
Monday 23 October to Friday 27 October – Year 7 Camp Group 1
Monday 30 October to Friday 3 November – Year 7 Camp Group 2
Friday 3 November – Year 8 into 9 Transition Day
Wednesday 15 November – Year 7 Christmas Service
Friday 17 November – Year 8 Environmental Day
Jenny O’Donnell
Head of Middle School