Angle Vale Primary School

Our “Thank a First Responders Day” is an opportunity for students to recognise and celebrate the important role first responders play in keeping our community safe, healthy and supported.

Throughout the day students will participate in activities focused on gratitude, community, helping others and emergency services.
Students are invited to DONATE a Gold Coin and dress as a first responder (police officer, firefighter, nurse, paramedic, SES, doctor, lifeguard, defence force etc.).

Students will have the opportunity to listen to Firefighters who will share their experiences, provide an introduction to the role of firefighters and emergency responders
Important safety information
Emergency preparedness tips
Equipment overview
Question and answer session with students

In addition to the assembly, classes will attend the fire truck in buddy class groups for a closer look at the vehicle and equipment, with opportunities for students to:
View the truck up close
Explore equipment and tools
Sit inside the truck (time permitting)
Speak with firefighters in smaller groups
Each session will run for approximately 15–20 minutes.

We look forward to celebrating the amazing men and women who play such big role in protecting our community.

National Reconciliation Week (NRW) - 27 May to 3 June - is a time for all Australians to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.

The theme for National Reconciliation Week 2026 is 'All In', a call for all Australians to commit wholeheartedly to reconciliation every single day.

All In makes clear that reconciliation is not a spectator sport and that all of us must step away from the sidelines and take action to make change.

The theme also reminds us that reconciliation and advancing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ rights isn’t a passive activity, and it is not solely the responsibility of First Nations people, who have carried the weight of championing, explaining and acting for far too long.

Reconciliation will not happen by itself, and it will not happen without all of us.

Did you know that bugs & insects are actually AMAZING teachers when it comes to diversity? 🐞🦋🐜

Think about it…
Bees work together in teams.
Butterflies go through transformation.
Ants all have different jobs.
And, even the most unique-looking bugs play an important role in the ecosystem.

Nature reminds us that our differences aren’t problems… they’re powerful. Diversity makes ecosystems stronger - and the same is true for friendships, classrooms, & school communities.

SCIENCE TEACHERS… this one’s for you!

Did you know Friendology includes tons of cross-curricular lessons that weave friendship skills into STEM learning?

☁️ Friendship Forecast → students compare weather vs climate to friendships (temporary Friendship Fires vs long-term healthy friendships)

🐋 Friends in Nature → “Whale, hello there, SCIENCE!” Students explore symbiotic relationships in ecosystems and connect them to healthy friendships

🌈 Rainbow of Friends → diversity, inclusion, and belonging through the lens of nature & connection

PLUS so many opportunities to connect wellbeing, emotions, teamwork, and communication into inquiry-based learning. 💕

This month students will be looking at Diversity. Make sure to check out our board in the front office.

💗 MAY = DIVERSITY 💗

This month in Friendology, we’re celebrating something pretty special…
👉 We are better together!

One of our favourite reminders comes from Dr Christopher Peterson, who summed up Positive Psychology in just three simple words: “Other people matter.”

And isn’t that what friendship is all about? 💫

In our work with kids, we talk a lot about how friendships aren’t about finding people who are exactly like us…They’re about appreciating that we’re all a little different - and that’s what makes friendships so rich, interesting, and FUN.

💗 Different personalities
💗 Different interests
💗 Different ways of thinking

This month, we’re helping kids see that they’re not supposed to be the same as their friends… and that’s a good thing! Friendship Fact #2: Every Friendship is Different. When we honour each other’s differences, we build stronger, more meaningful connections.

Because when kids learn to celebrate what makes each person unique…
✨ they become more open
✨ more inclusive
✨ more connected

Want to keep the conversation going at home or in the classroom? Head over to our blog for a free colouring sheet to explore diversity with your kids 👇
https://urstrong.com/friendship-is-diversity/

We’d love to hear how you’re celebrating diversity with your Friendship Ninjas this month! Tag us or reach out with a DM or email to [email protected]. 💗

🌯🥪 BIG NEWS, AVPS FAMILIES! 🥪🌯

Thanks to the amazing ideas and student voice from our Student Parliament and School Captains, Subway lunches are coming to AVPS on Mondays and Fridays, commencing Week 5! 🎉

This initiative came directly from our students, who advocated for more lunch options at school. We are so proud of their leadership, teamwork and commitment to making our school even better for everyone. 👏💚

To place orders, families will need to use the QKR! app.

📱 Getting Started:
1️⃣ Download the QKR! app
2️⃣ Search for “Angle Vale Primary School”
3️⃣ Create/add your student profiles
4️⃣ Make sure you select the correct class for each child
5️⃣ Start ordering Subway lunches for Mondays & Fridays!

We can’t wait for students to enjoy this exciting new opportunity! 🌟

If you have any questions please feel free to contact Miss Wood.

A lovely gentleman brought in a lost phone on Monday. Unfortunately we did not get a name but we ask if he sees this post, to please contact the school 8284 7222.

Congratulation to AVPS Students on earning another PBL Reward, we are all really proud of you!

HAVE YOU HEARD THE NEWS?

Angle Vale Primary School is a URSTRONG School.

If you have not already, we would love for all our parents and caregivers to sign up to the URSTRONG website using the provided link, where you can access a range of helpful free resources.

https://urstrong.com/members/family/