Welcome to our Week 3 newsletter! Our students continue to settle into new routines, and we are taking time to establish clear expectations that support learning through strong relationships. Our vision to excel in Christian education and character is a long‑term journey, and we truly appreciate your partnership as we work together toward this goal.

Thank you to those who were able to attend the Meet the Teacher Evening last week. It was wonderful to see so many families connecting with teachers as we begin the year together, especially as we roll out the Toddle app. Our teachers are on a steep learning curve, and your support as they get familiar with this new tool is greatly appreciated. We do have a wonderful community at Bethany where we value learning together.

Traffic Management Reminder

Thank you for your patience during drop‑off and pick‑up times. We would like to remind everyone of the traffic management plan established with Temple Christian College last year.
The main issue we are currently seeing is cars arriving very early for pick‑up, which blocks the flow of traffic. Please aim to arrive at pick‑up time rather than early—this helps keep traffic moving smoothly and safely for everyone.

Wyten Sports Centre

We now have full use of our new Wyten Sports Centre—and it is amazing!
The bouldering wall has become a favourite, and the undercover/indoor spaces have already proven incredibly valuable on extreme‑weather days.

Cross Country

Last Friday we held our Cross-Country event. The cooler weather made for a very enjoyable day for our students. Congratulations to our winners, Meshach, and also to all those who didn’t think they could but through perseverance were able to persist to finish the event! Well done!

Upcoming Events

Primary Athletics Carnival – Friday 6 March

Students in Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, and Year 6 will receive detailed information soon. Parents and carers are warmly invited to come along and enjoy the day with us.

Year 5 Camp

Later this term, our Year 5 students will be heading off to camp 25th - 27th March—more details to come.

Parent/Teacher Interviews

Interviews will be held on:

• Thursday 26th March
• Tuesday 31st March

Easter Celebrations

This year we will celebrate Easter during chapel times in Week 9, Wednesday 1 April, and we warmly welcome you to attend these special services.

Because Easter creates two short weeks at the end of the term, please note:

• Early dismissal at 12:10pm on Thursday 2nd April
• Term ends at 3:10pm Friday 10th April
• School resumes Tuesday 28th April

Thank you once again for partnering with us as we continue to learn together and excel in Christian education and character—inspiring greatness, serving communities, and impacting nations.

God bless you,

Wendy Matear
Principal

God loved the people of this world so much that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who has faith in him will have eternal life and never really die.

John 3:16