Redlands House and Transition Gold
Nyumbar Aboriginal Education
Nyumbar is the Minjungbul word from the Bundjalung Nation which means, Teach , Show and Guide. We were fortunate to have Nyumbar, visit the preschool to share First Nations culture with us. Nyumbar is a family owned and run Aboriginal Cultural Education business based in Sydney. Deslyn and Isaac shared artifacts and tools that Aboriginal people used in previous times such as boomerangs, coolamon, kangaroo and possum skins. The children were taught about talking sticks and the symbols used to make meaning. We painted our own talking sticks and used the picture symbols to tell our own story. It is important to be able to share in authentic Aboriginal culture that is age appropriate for our children. These experiences help us to build an understanding of this rich culture and share in a future of cultural mutual respect and celebration.
International Day
Tuesday 4 April
International Day is one of the most important days here at Redlands. We are a school of many nationalities and cultures so let’s celebrate that this year without any restrictions.
This year we would like to ask you, our international community to help us organise a wonderful day full of activities, food, talks, music, and any other fun activities that you would like to share.
If you are a parent who identifies with another culture, we would love you to join us on 4 April, between 9am and 10am to share aspects of your culture with us. Please email me directly or catch me in the hallway to let me know if you are interested in coming along.
Extended Care Bookings
Extended Care (Late Room) is available from 2.30pm to 6.00pm for all Redlands House and Transition Gold Students. Please note that Extended Care is usually fully booked on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday each week. Positions will only be available if children who have bookings, are absent on these days. For Extended Care bookings please email – Extendedcare@redlands.nsw.edu.au
Sandpit Photos
Individual and class photos for Redlands House and Transition Gold classes will be taken on the following days by Sandpit Photography:
Tuesday 7 March – Orange Class Juniors/ Yellow Class Seniors/ Blue Class Seniors/ Transition Gold
Thursday 10 March – Orange Class Seniors/ Yellow Class Juniors/ Blue Class Juniors
Mrs Chemane Huon
Redlands House and Transition Coordinator
chuon@redlands.nsw.edu.au
9904 1448
Mrs Ainslie Breckenridge
Head of Preparatory School
abreckenridge@redlands.nsw.edu.au
9968 9848