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A3 ran a fantastic assembly on Friday 8 August, that had the whole school smiling! One of the highlights was their cheeky plate dance performance that was a fun copy of the version our teachers did during REMIXED. The students even dressed up as staff members and gave us their own twist on how it should be done!

Another special part of the assembly was when A3 performed the Auslan alphabet using sign language, sung to the tune of the alphabet song. It was a beautiful way to include Auslan and show how we can all learn different ways to communicate.

The assembly also celebrated student achievements. We handed out certificates for class merit awards and congratulated the students who reached milestones in their 200 nights of reading challenge — what a great achievement!

A huge well done to A3 for putting together such a fun, clever, and thoughtful assembly.

On Tuesday, 5 August, our school looked a little different – and a lot more colourful! Students and teachers swapped their uniforms for their favourite pyjamas, slippers, and dressing gowns to celebrate Pyjama Day.

It was such a fun day, with lots of smiles and laughter as we saw everything from superhero PJs to fluffy animal onesies.

Even better, our gold coin donations will help our P&C with valuable fundraising for school improvements. Thank you to everyone who joined in and donated – you helped make Pyjama Day both fun and meaningful!

On Monday, 4 August, we were lucky to have a visit from Constable Care, a fun and educational program that teaches children how to stay safe.

The Constable Care team used puppets, acting, and storytelling to talk about important topics like bullying, road safety, online safety, and how to get help if you’re feeling unsafe.

Students loved the performances — they laughed, listened, and even joined in! Each show was made to suit different ages, so all students could understand and learn something important.

The messages were clear and easy to remember, helping our children learn how to make good choices and know what to do in tricky situations.

A big thank you to Constable Care for teaching our students in such a fun and meaningful way. We hope to see them again soon!

Our students gave it their all at the recent Lightning Carnival, proudly bringing home the basketball trophy and finishing as runners-up in both netball and AFL. Our soccer team also performed exceptionally well, showing great skill and determination, even though they didn’t place this time. We’re incredibly proud of all our athletes for their teamwork, effort, and sportsmanship throughout the day. Athletes were presented with their certificates on the last day of term 2.

Kaya Hudson Park Families,

Welcome Back to Term 3!

Welcome back to another exciting term at Hudson Park! We hope you had a restful break and are ready for the new term ahead.

We have many fun events to look forward to:

• Constable Care
• Science Alive Incursion
• BOOK WEEK
• One Big Voice
• Faction Carnival
• K-2 Father’s Day Afternoon
• P-6 In-term Swimming and many more events

Staffing Updates

We have had some changes to staff at Hudson Park over the holiday period.

C1 Staffing Changes – Mr Hill completed his placement at Hudson Park Primary school in Semester 1 and will not be returning in Semester 2.   I would like to take this opportunity to thank Mr Hill wholeheartedly for the wonderful contributions he has made to our school and the students and families in C1. I would like to welcome Ms Connie Cheng, who is joining the Hudson Park team and will be teaching in C1 for the remainder of the year. We are excited to welcome Ms Cheng, who has previously taught in the Northern Territory and different locations in Western Australia.

B5 Staffing Changes – Firstly, Miss Melanie Chapman is on leave for the first 2 weeks of term 3 and we welcome Mrs Lorraine Norohna to work in B5. Mrs Norohna is a well-known teacher to all students and we are grateful for her taking on this role in Miss Chapman’s absence. Mrs Yvonne O’Bern will not be continuing in B5 each Wednesday and will continue in her role as a specialist teacher for the remainder of the year.   I would like to take this opportunity to thank Mrs O’Bern for the wonderful contributions she has made to the students in B5. I would also like to welcome Miss Rosie Baker, who is again joining the Hudson Park team and will be teaching in B5 each Wednesday for the remainder of the year. Miss Baker has had various roles at Hudson Park over the last 18 months, and we look forward to seeing her familiar face around. Miss Chapman will continue to teach in B5 on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday from week 3.

School Mobile Phone Policy

We would like to remind everyone of our mobile phone policy. Students are not permitted to use mobile phones during school hours. If your child needs to bring a phone to school, it must be turned off and left at the front office until the end of the school day.

Labelling Belongings

To help us reduce lost property, and with the weather being colder, please ensure all your child’s belongings are clearly labelled with their name. This includes uniforms, lunch boxes, water bottles, and any other personal items. Check out lost property in the alcove of C Block or outside Mr C’s office.

Before School

Students should not arrive at school before 8:00am. If you require before or after school care please contact https://www.kids-academy.com.au/  Students who do arrive early must sit quietly in the undercover area. Supervision is provided from 8:30 am, and classroom doors will open at 8:40 am. Except on Breakfast Club days (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) where students can attend from 8:00am.

Should I keep my child home from school?

While it can be hard to know whether to keep your child at home when they are not feeling well, there are some signs to look out for. Keep your child home if they have:

• fever (a temperature above 37.5 degrees Celsius)
• nausea with vomiting
• diarrhoea
• sore eyes with pus or mucus
• sore throat
• bad cough
• rash or skin sores, especially on the face, hands and feet

It is very important to keep children home when they are sick to minimise the risk of spreading disease to other children, staff members and their families. Viruses spread quickly when there is close contact and cause many of the diseases that are common among young children — especially when a child is coughing, sneezing or has a runny nose.

Cultural / Historical Calendar In continuing to acknowledge the wonderful multi-cultural society that we live in, the following world cultural events are occurring over the coming weeks. Classes will discuss some of these events and provide opportunities for students to offer their own personal perspective of the significance of the events.

August

4 – National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day

9 – International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples

September

11- Enkutatash (Ethiopian/Eritrea New Year)

Thank you for your cooperation and support. Let’s make Term 3 a fantastic one!

Warm regards,

Astrid Morgan

On Friday 4 July, our school came alive with music, movement, and colour as students took to the stage for our much-anticipated Hudson Park Remixed! Each class brought their unique flair to the performance space, creating an afternoon full of energy, creativity, and community spirit.The concert was structured as a friendly competition between classes, with all students showcasing incredible enthusiasm and teamwork. From toe-tapping tunes, rhythmic instrumentals to thoughtful costumes, it was clear that everyone was ready for the task — and the audience loved every minute of it! Congratulations to B3, who were named runners-up! with their performance, themed around being anything you want to be. And a big congratulations to our winning class, C2! Their bright and joyful performance with vibrant fabric flags was a visual and musical delight.

Our Year 1 and 2 students went on an exciting excursion to Kings Park this term. They took part in a special program called Koora Koora Kaarta Koomba, which helps children learn about the Noongar people — the Traditional Owners of the land where Perth is built.The students enjoyed listening to stories, learning some Noongar words, playing traditional games, and walking through the bush. They learned how the land has changed over time and how First Nations people have cared for it for many thousands of years.This program helped our students understand and respect First Nations culture. It also helped them see how important it is to look after the environment and care for each other.We thank the Kings Park Education team for giving our students such a fun and meaningful day of learning.

As part of our journey to become a Positive Behaviour School (PBS), we’re developing a new mascot and visuals to reflect our school values—Harmony, Excellence, Respect, and Organisation (HERO).
Students have been invited to get creative and design what a Hudson Hero looks like! It could be a person, an animal, a symbol—anything that represents what being a hero means to them.
Designs need to be submitted by Thursday 26 June, with finalists chosen by the PBS committee and voted on by the school community. Parents are encouraged to chat with their children about their ideas. Competition forms are available from the front office.

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The year 6 students recently went to Ern Halliday Recreation Camp—a beautiful bushland setting right in Hillarys! The camp was full of adventure and discovery, with students taking part in exciting activities like archery, the big swing, crate climbing, and team-based challenges designed to build confidence, leadership, and cooperation. It was an unforgettable experience that brought our students closer together and taught them valuable life skills outside the classroom.

Students in A2, B3, B4 and B5 recently enjoyed a fantastic excursion to SciTech, where science, technology, engineering, and maths came to life in the most exciting ways! Science lessons this term have focussed on the area of Chemical Science. The first activity at SCITECH was in the lab. Students observed many chemical experiments and found out that salt glows orange when it burns and copper glows green. This led to them discovering that burning hydrogen, produces a massive amount of energy, and can be used to fuel vehicles. In the Planetarian, the group observed the constellations that appear in our night sky. They also watched a movie detailing the Aboriginal peoples’ connection to the sky, water and land. Archaeological evidence together with Aboriginal oral stories passed down, through thousands of years are deepening our understanding of Aboriginal beliefs and culture. After lunch, students had some free time exploring the hands-on activities. In the Destination Mars exhibit, students discovered interesting facts about Mars.