R U OK? Fun Day – A Celebration of Care and Connection
On Friday, 12th September, our school came together in a vibrant sea of blue and yellow to mark R U OK? Day, a special occasion dedicated to recognising the importance of emotional and physical wellbeing within our community.
The day was filled with joy and connection, featuring a bake sale, a fun run, and engaging class games including parachute activities and the exciting introduction of the Granny Pants Game, which quickly became a crowd favourite!
Thanks to the incredible generosity of our staff who donated delicious treats for the bake sale, and the tireless efforts of our volunteers, we are thrilled to announce that we raised $1,810.15. This remarkable achievement is a testament to the loving, caring, and supportive spirit that defines our school community.
We are truly blessed to be part of a community that not only asks “R U OK?” but also shows up with kindness, compassion, and a helping hand.
“Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfil the law of Christ.”
— Galatians 6:2 (NIV)
Let’s continue to check in, lift each other up, and celebrate the power of togetherness.
Chess Tournament
We’re incredibly proud of the 14 students who represented our school at the recent Chess Tournament. Competing against both primary and high school teams, our students showed remarkable skill and determination.
The team placed 1st among primary schools and 2nd overall, earning gold and silver medals for their outstanding efforts. Their sportsmanship and teamwork were a true reflection of our school values.
Congratulations to our chess champions!
PE Week a Smash Hit
Last week PPN students took racquet in hand as part of our special PE Week activities. In partnership with Valley View Tennis Club our students engaged in specialist coaching sessions, with new passion and skills for the game of tennis unlocked.
We were also lucky enough to have the South Australian Cricket Association run clinics for our Year 4 students, while our Year 6s took part in a Blind Tennis experience. It was definitely a week full of activity – thanks to Ms Pfeiffer for organising it all!
Year 1 Excursion to Uleybury School Museum
Our Year 1 students enjoyed a memorable day at the Uleybury School Museum, where they stepped back in time to experience what school life was like in the 'olden days'.
The children had the chance to write on slates and practice cursive handwriting using nib pens and ink—just like students did many years ago! They also met Mr Squire, a very strict headmaster, who kept everyone in line with the help of a cane and a dunce hat (thankfully, just for show!).
Despite the rainy weather, spirits were high and the day was filled with fun, learning, and laughter. It was a fantastic excursion that brought history to life in a truly engaging way.
Yr 1 Royal Adelaide Show Art Work
In Visual Arts during Terms 1 & 2 our Year 1 students had fun experimenting with various art techniques. They used drawing, painting, collage, sculpture and textiles to create their individual pieces of artwork. The students then chose their favourite piece to enter in the Junior Art, Craft and Design section of the Royal Adelaide Show.
Many of the students then took pleasure in going to the show to see if they managed to win one of the prizes. Schools from all over South Australia enter the show and so it was great to see our artwork hanging up amongst everyone's work.
Prescott Primary Northern were very lucky to receive 20 winners from a variety of sections this year. Well done budding artists we are so proud of you all!
Spring Playdate
Despite the strong winds that hit Para Vista on Monday morning, our community still managed to enjoy a Spring playdate with many of our young families who are eagerly awaiting to become school kids. Water painting butterflies, being butterflies, getting face paints and creating playdough habitats, painted the scene for the many reasons we love Spring. Children connected with Playdate mates and met newcomers who will become PPN’ers next year. Parents sipped on hot drinks, purchased produce from our Year 6 garden and ended the morning singing some happy tunes, led by our Year 6 Captain, Lucas.
New families with preschool children are always welcome to attend and please accept this invitation to come for a Little Giggles Storytime next term on Monday 10th November and celebrate with a Christmas themed Playdate on Friday 21st November. Stay tuned for the QR code fliers in Term 4.
Nature Play at Lunchtime
Are you ok? This is simple question that we often ask our friends and family, sometimes in passing, but sometimes because we notice a different behaviour. We focused on this very question last week as we recognised the RU OK? campaign as a whole school in the Fun Day, as well as in the gardens for nature play.
If you have spotted trees painted blue or yellow in public parks and spaces, you may already know that this is connected to this very topic. The council thought it important to remind us that checking in on our mental health and that of our friends and family, really matters. So, when we see these painted trees, we should pause, ask and take time to listen to their reply.
In the Nature Play Space last week, we made our own blue trees and chatted about how we could be great listeners and check on our own feelings and that of the people around us.
Is there a time in your day or week where your family would value a set time to check in with each other and share how they are feeling?
