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Lean in to learning
November 20, 2025
Hampton Public School
Last week students at Hampton Public School participated in swimming lessons in preparation for summer.
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Oberon Public School
Leader Nominees
Congratulations to our wonderful nominees who all spoke beautifully, putting forward their case to be elected as a school leader in 2026. We are very proud to have such amazing role models who are all capable of being excellent leaders in 2026. Their speeches highlighted their passion, unique strengths and commitment to making a positive difference at our school.
Erin McMurray | Assistant Principal
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Volume or Capacity?
Often a confusing concept!
Students in 3/4D took advantage of the warm weather to explore the concept of capacity. They calculated the capacity of a variety of containers using the formal units of L and ml. Getting splashed on a hot day was an added benefit.
Justine Dabroski | Classroom Teacher
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Terrific Touch Footy
Students in 4/5A have been learning the rules and skills needed to play touch football. They have been practising teamwork, passing and strategic movement, showing great enthusiasm and improvement in their games. Their confidence and understanding of the sport continue to grow with every session.
Taya Austen | Classroom Teacher
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Learning Growth
K/1H have been busy planting, watering and watching their seeds sprout as part of our Living Things unit in Science. We’ve been learning that all living things need food, water, air and sunlight to survive. The children have enjoyed recording changes, measuring growth and celebrating each new leaf that appears.
Sandie Higgins | Classroom Teacher
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Fabulous Friday Attendance
Congratulations to our attendance raffle winner, Sophie Gibbons, who came to school 90% or more of the time last fortnight, and it paid off. She received a taco kit to share with her family.
Jo'elle Frampton | Principal
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Homework Raffle
Congratulations to Colt Stapleton, Mia Oliver, Clare McMahon and Frankie Evans who won the raffle for handing in their homework. The winners chose a variety of toys and stationery. Well done, students!
Jo'elle Frampton | Principal
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Making Waves
Last Thursday, 7 students travelled to Sydney Harbour for a sailing experience. Fabulous volunteers showed us the ropes with many students trying their hand at steering the boat around the harbour. The children enjoyed taking in the sea breeze and seeing the wonderful views from the front deck while talking with volunteers about aspects of running a sailing boat. We finished with a tour of the cabin to look at the sleeping quarters. A huge thankyou to the Making Waves Foundation and volunteers for making the day so wonderful!
Natalie Beattie | Learning and Support Teacher
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St Joseph's Catholic School
Celebrating Confirmation!
On Sunday, November 16, we gathered in joy as our students received the Sacrament of Confirmation. Bishop McKenna was especially impressed with the students’ enthusiastic and reverent responses. Thank you to Fr Owen, families, sponsors, staff and parish community for their support. Congratulations to all our newly confirmed students!
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Around the rooms - Year 2
Year 2 students have thoroughly enjoyed reading
"The Twits" in
literature. To complete our unit, we watched the movie on
Thursday whilst munching on popcorn!
The students have just completed a unit on Chance and Data in Mathematics where they showed commendable growth in their knowledge and understanding.
Year 2 should be commended for their wonderful behaviour and efforts in swimming lessons. They have been a pleasure to work with.
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Oberon High School
Exciting day at Oberon High School!
We were honoured to welcome Federal Member for Calare, Andrew Gee, who presented our school captains and vice captains with brand new flags, symbolising school pride and leadership. A big thank you to Mr Gee for supporting our student leaders and celebrating the spirit of Oberon High. Here’s to a great year ahead with our amazing captains and vice captains proudly leading the way!
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Fighting Fit
A group of Year 9 boys have been attending the Oberon Fitness Centre for a 10-week fitness and wellbeing program. Under the guidance of a gym instructor, they focus on motivation, physical health, nutrition and overall wellbeing.
Ashleigh Williams | Student Support Officer
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O'Connell Public School
Lest We Forget
On Remembrance Day, our school community and the wider O’Connell community came together to honour and remember the bravery and sacrifice of those who served for our freedom.
Miss Doble l SLSO
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