We’re excited to welcome Constable Kenny to our school to deliver two fantastic programs: "Stay Ok in the Community" and “Stay Ok Every Day”. These sessions will teach students vital skills for staying safe in a variety of situations, with the content tailored to different age groups.
The "Stay Ok in the Community" program will focus on foundational safety skills, such as staying close to their carers, what to do if they get lost, and remembering essential information like their name and phone number. This session provides practical tools to help them navigate the world around them confidently and safely.
The "Stay Ok Every Day" program, promotes thoughtful decision-making by using three key questions: Is it safe? Is it healthy? Is it kind? These questions help guide students in making positive choices that support their well-being and safety, reinforcing concepts from the health component of the Australian curriculum. This program encourages older students to think critically about their decisions and how they impact themselves and others, helping them navigate everyday situations with confidence.
Venue: Classroom Pods, Palmerston District Primary School
This year students are learning about the First Fleet. The National Museum of Australia is running an educator-led digital program which explores the Endeavour voyage, focusing on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander experiences and the experiences of those travelling on the HMB Endeavour.
Students will use inquiry-based learning to investigate the different perspectives of James Cook’s 1770 journey. Students will also consider the impacts of the journey on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and how we should collectively remember the voyage into the future.
Venue: Palmerston District Primary School, In class
Our annual Preschool Cross Country fun run will be held on Tuesday 6th May 2025 (Beginning of the week Preschool), on the school oval (Week 2/Term 2). All students in Preschool will take part, jogging or walking the distance if they do not feel they can run the whole 500m.
Clothing: Please make sure your child is wearing appropriate footwear (sneakers/joggers) and has a broad brimmed or legionnaires hat, sunscreen and a drink bottle.
Parents are welcome to come along as spectators and cheer on the children as they participate.
In case of inclement weather, the event will be postponed and a revised date will be advertised on Seesaw and Facebook.
We’re excited to welcome Constable Kenny to our school to deliver two fantastic programs: "Stay Ok in the Community" and “Stay Ok Every Day”. These sessions will teach students vital skills for staying safe in a variety of situations, with the content tailored to different age groups.
The "Stay Ok in the Community" program will focus on foundational safety skills, such as staying close to their carers, what to do if they get lost, and remembering essential information like their name and phone number. This session provides practical tools to help them navigate the world around them confidently and safely.
The "Stay Ok Every Day" program, promotes thoughtful decision-making by using three key questions: Is it safe? Is it healthy? Is it kind? These questions help guide students in making positive choices that support their well-being and safety, reinforcing concepts from the health component of the Australian curriculum. This program encourages older students to think critically about their decisions and how they impact themselves and others, helping them navigate everyday situations with confidence.
Venue: Classroom Pods, Palmerston District Primary School
Our annual Cross Country Carnival will be held on Thursday 8th May 2025 from approximately 9:15am. All students in Kindergarten to Year 6 will take part, jogging or walking the distance if they do not feel they can run the whole way. This day will also double as the selection trial for the North/Gungahlin Regional Cross Country Carnival on Monday 26th May 2025 (Stromlo).
Venue: School Oval and Surrounds
Date: Thursday 8th May 2025
Time: 9:15am – 1pm
Items to bring: Appropriate footwear for running/walking, Sunsafe hat, water bottle, and sunscreen.
Preschool: 500m Fun Run
Kindergarten: 500m Fun Run
Years 1, 2 and students under 8 years of age (born 2018 or later): 700m fun run
Students turning 8 this year (born in 2017): 1000m course
Students turning 9 (born in 2016): 1500m course
Students turning 10 (born in 2015): 2000m course
Students turning 11, 12 or 13 (born in 2014, 2013 or 2012): 3000m course
On Tuesday 13th May 2025, students who have nominated to be in the Palmerston District Primary School Rugby Union team for years 5/6, will be attending the Matt Giteau Cup – Rugby Gala Day, held by Brumbies ACT at Southwell Park, Northbourne Avenue, Lyneham.
Details of the excursion are as follows:
Venue: Southwell Park, Northbourne Avenue, LYNEHAM ACT 2602
Date: Tuesday 13 May 2025
Transport: Parent/Carers are responsible for transporting their child to and from the event
Supervising Teacher: Nicholas O’Brien
Arrive: At the venue at 9:00am and meet with Mr. O’Brien at the Palmerston at the Palmerston Teardrop sign
Pick Up: From the venue at 2:30pm
Cost: Free
Items to Bring: Wear full Palmerston sports uniform, football boots, mouth guard, (headgear is optional), water bottle, recess, lunch, sunscreen and a Sunsafe Hat (Please ensure your child’s items are clearly labelled).
Would you like an updated family photo? For just $30 you can book in with a professional photographer at the school on Sunday 18th May!
What do you get: for your $30 you get a 20 minute photo session and you will receive an 8x12in print of your choice (upgrade packages available from $269 to $399).
And the best bit - the $30 you pay goes straight to Palmerston P&C and our fundraising for the school.
Anyone can book in, so please share with friends and family.
Selected students representing PDPS will compete against other ACT schools in several Netball games during the day.
Details of the excursion are as follows:
Venue: Solar Hub Netball Centre, 435 Northbourne Avenue Lyneham ACT 2602
Date: Tuesday 20th May 2025
Transport: Own transport to and from the venue
Supervising Teacher: Emma Wink
Arrival at Lyneham: Please arrive at 9:00am and sign in with the supervising teacher
Depart Lyneham: Please collect your child by 2:30 and sign out with the teacher
Cost: $6
Items to bring: Recess, lunch, water bottle, sun safe hat, sunscreen and appropriate shoes (Please ensure students personal items are clearly labelled)
Camps provide a great opportunity for students to work in all teams, be involved in some new outdoor education programmes and gain a better understanding of themselves and their fellow students in an alternative educational environment. Activities may include, mud run obstacle course, archery, BMX bikes, pioneering and chain reaction.
Parents should be aware that there is an element of risk involved in some of these activities, but every effort will always be made to ensure your child’s safety. All activities are guided by qualified and experienced staff from NSW sports and recreation and will be supervised by Palmerston staff. Students are reminded that they are always to obey the instructions of staff and supervising camp leaders. If you have any concerns or queries, please contact Brittany Herrington - Year 6 Executive Teacher (brittany.herrington@ed.act.edu.au).
Departure Time:
Please arrive at 7:30 am and meet on the blacktop, for departure from school at approximately 8:00 am.
Return time:
Return approximately 3:45 pm on Friday 23rd May. The confirmed arrival time will be on the school’s Facebook page or SeeSaw on the day.
Selected students that have qualified to represent the school will attend. Details of the excursion are as follows:
Venue: Stromlo Forest Park, Dave McInnes Rd, Stromlo ACT 2617
Date: Monday 26 May 2025
Transport: OWN TRANSPORT TO AND FROM VENUE
Teacher in Charge: Nick O’Brien
Arrive at the venue at: 9:30am for the course walk and check-in with the supervising teacher.
Pick up from the venue: 11:50am final event – sign your child out with the supervising teacher.
Cost: $10 competitor fee
Bring: Palmerston sports uniform, water bottle, recess, lunch, running shoes, sunscreen and sun-safe hat (Please ensure students personal items are clearly labelled).
Reconciliation Week begins on Tuesday the 27th of May and finishes on the 3rd of June. It is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures and achievements. We can also explore how all of us can work together towards reconciliation in Australia.
This year’s theme is ‘Bridging Now to Next’, reflecting on the ongoing connection between past, present and future.
Selected students will represent Palmerston District Primary School in a Netball Gala Day. They will compete against other ACT schools in several Netball games during the day with 10 minute halves and a 1 minute half time break.
Details of the excursion are as follows:
Venue: Solar Hub Netball Centre, 435 Northbourne Avenue, Lyneham ACT 2602
Date: Tuesday 27th May 2025
Transport: Own transport to and from the venue
Supervising Teacher: Chloe Hulm
Arrival at Lyneham: Please arrive at 9:00am and sign in with the supervising teacher
Depart Lyneham: Please collect your child by 2:30 and sign out with the teacher
Cost: $6
Items to bring: Recess, lunch, water bottle, sun safe hat, sunscreen and appropriate shoes (Please ensure students personal items are clearly labelled)
As part of the Year 6 IMP Band - Woodwind, schools are combined to rehearse as a Concert Band to share music being studied, to participate in instrument specific workshops and other musical activities. Students will eat lunch at the first break and may have a small snack upon their arrival back at school.
Details of the excursion are as follows:
Accompanying Teacher: Robert Venables
Venue: Gold Creek School
Date: 29 May 2025
Transport: Bus
Departure: 11:45am
Return: 2:20pm
Cost: $15
What to wear: Full school uniform
What to bring: Music, instrument, and water bottle.
