MPS Swimming Carnival

Our annual Swimming Carnival was a splashing success! Students from all year levels showed great enthusiasm and sportsmanship as they competed in a variety of races and fun water activities. It was wonderful to see everyone cheering each other on and enjoying a day full of friendly competition and team spirit. Congratulations to all participants and a big thank you to our teachers and volunteers for making the day so memorable!

World Down Syndrome Day

The date for World Down Syndrome Day is the 21st day of the 3rd month. This date signifies the uniqueness of the triplication of the 21st chromosome which causes Down Syndrome.

Each year people like to celebrate and recognise World Down Syndrome Day by wearing brightly coloured or odd socks. This is because chromosomes can look like pairs of socks!

The idea behind the ‘Lots of Socks’ initiative is acceptance of all our differences, and what makes us unique as an individual. Socks come in all shapes, sizes, and designs, just like each of us.

Harmony Day

Harmony Day is celebrated in Australia on March 21st to recognize the country's diverse cultures and Indigenous Australians. It's a day to promote respect, inclusion, and social cohesion.

This year Milperra Public School celebrated Harmony day on Wednesday 19th March. Students wore orange to symbolize unity and respect, and participated in classroom activities to learn, understand and celebrate Harmony Day.

Swim Scheme

During week 9, from the 24th March to the 28th March,

Year 2 students, some Year 3 students and students from the Support Unit participated in Swim Scheme.

This was an intensive water safety program that aimed to develop the practical skills and knowledge to teach students how to keep safe in the water and how to help others in an emergency situation.

The students all had a fantastic time and learned a lot from the incredible instructors.

World Autism Awareness Day

On Wednesday 2^nd April, Milperra Public School celebrated World Autism Awareness Day by dressing in their most colourful clothes to paint our school in a beautiful rainbow! Students participated in various activities throughout the day to help create an understanding and acceptance of people living with Autism. It is also a time to celebrate the fact that we are all different, unique and to spread kindness, learning, and awareness to create a more accepting and inclusive school community for everyone!

Anzac Day Service

This week, our school community came together for our ANZAC Day service led by our outstanding student leaders. From beginning to end they carried out their roles with respect and we couldn’t be prouder of their efforts.

We extend our sincere thanks to Mrs Morrison for coordinating such a thoughtful event. We are also grateful to the families and community members who were in attendance.

A special thank you goes to Mrs Tegan Turner for her generous donation of the beautiful wreath that was laid during the service. We would also like to recognise Dylan Harris for his powerful rendition of The Last Post on the violin.

LEST WE FORGET

Easter Hat Parade

Hip-hip-hooray the Easter Bunny is on his way!

On Wednesday 9^th April, Milperra Public School held their annual Easter Hat Parade. With a hop in our step, students were all ears at our Easter Hat Parade, showing off their egg-cellent creativity and hare-raising designs!

It was an egg-stravaganza of colours, crafts, and cheerful charm. Thank you to all the students, families, and teachers who helped make this event egg-straordinary!

3-6 Cross Country

On Wednesday 7th May, students from Years 3 to 6, along with Year 2 students turning 8 this year, took part in the 3–6 Cross Country Carnival. Held at Gordon Parker Oval for the first time, students adapted well to the new course and showed great enthusiasm and sportsmanship throughout the day. Everyone should be proud of their fantastic efforts! Congratulations to the following students for proceeding through to the District Carnival held on the 20th May.

Reconciliation Week

This week, our school proudly acknowledged Reconciliation Week! Each student contributed by decorating a personal leaf that will be part of a whole school art collaboration. Our First Nations students will assemble all the leaves to create a stunning artwork that reflects this year's theme, "Bridging Now to Next." This theme reminds us of the importance of building connections and fostering understanding. Stay tuned to see the end result to celebrate reconciliation and create a vibrant display of unity.

Sorry Day

On Monday, 26th May, MPS commemorated National Sorry Day—a significant occasion to acknowledge the mistreatment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, particularly the Stolen Generations.

As part of our commemoration, students studied a variety of resources such as podcasts, poems and historical recounts, and engaged in meaningful discussions regarding the importance of National Sorry Day, significant events of the past and the experience of the Stolen Generation. Students also created a variety of artworks or craft activities to develop a deeper understanding of the past and foster a sense of empathy, respect and reconciliation.

We are proud of our students for their respectful participation and for embracing the values that National Sorry Day embodies.

100 Days of Kindergarten!!!

This week, we proudly celebrated 100 days of Kindergarten!

It’s been an incredible journey watching our young learners grow, explore, and discover so much in just 100 days. From learning letters and numbers to building friendships and confidence, we couldn’t be prouder of all they’ve achieved so far this year! Congratulations Kindergarten!

Book Parade

On Tuesday 5^th August, MPS came alive with adventurous stories for the annual Book Week Parade as part of our Education Week celebrations! We celebrated the magic of reading with this year's theme: "Book an Adventure!". Students and staff sailed the high seas with pirates, took off in a big jet plane with our very own flight crew, looked over the world with the Care Bears and even found the infamous Where’s Wally!

Today was all about celebrating the incredible adventures we take through books and reading. A big thank you to our wonderful students, families, and staff for bringing the spirit of storytelling to life with your amazing costumes and creativity!

Anti-Bullying Week

This week at MPS we took part in Bullying No Way: National Week of Action, held from 11–15 August. This nationwide initiative connects schools and communities to work together to prevent bullying and violence. The 2025 theme, “Be bold. Be kind. Speak up.”, reminds us all of the important role we play in creating safe, respectful environments by standing up against bullying and supporting one another.

Our students engaged in lessons and activities designed to strengthen their understanding of respect, empathy, and inclusion which are all key aspects of our AIM HIGH values. They learned practical strategies to recognise, prevent, and respond to bullying, both in the classroom and in the playground. Through discussions, role-plays, and reflection, students were encouraged to consider how their words and actions impact others, and to take positive steps to ensure everyone feels safe, valued, and respected.

By being bold, showing kindness, and speaking up, we can all contribute to a school culture where everyone can AIM HIGH.

3-6 Athletics Carnival

Our 3–6 Athletics Carnival was a fantastic day filled with energy, sportsmanship and plenty of smiles. Students gave their all across a variety of track and field events, cheering each other on and celebrating every effort. It was wonderful to see everyone having a go, supporting their friends and enjoying the spirit of the day.

We’re excited to share the results from the events. A big congratulations to all our placegetters and participants for their hard work and determination. The highlight for many, however, was the hilarious teachers’ race, which had everyone in fits of laughter.

A huge thank you to all the staff, parent helpers, and spectators for making the day run so smoothly. Well done to everyone who took part, you’ve made our school proud!

DECODING THE UNIVERSE! MPS Production

We are absolutely delighted to share how immensely proud we are of all our MPS students for their extraordinary performances in the Production 2025 showcase.

The students lit up the stage, leaving the entire audience spellbound. Every student gave their very best, demonstrating remarkable teamwork, creativity, and passion throughout rehearsals and during both performances.

It was inspiring to watch them bring our space-themed production “Decoding the Universe”, to life with such enthusiasm and imagination. The way they embraced their roles, supported one another and transformed the stage into a vibrant cosmic adventure was nothing short of spectacular!

Thank you to all the families who have supported their children every step of the way, your encouragement and involvement have been invaluable in making this production a huge success. We are truly grateful to be part of such a vibrant, talented, and supportive community.

Stage 3  - The Great Aussie Bush Camp

Stage 3 students had an amazing time at the Great Aussie Bush Camp, enjoying fun, adventure, and new challenges! They learned bush craft and damper making, faced fears on the power fan, and tested teamwork canoeing on the lake. Thrilling activities like the giant swing, Flying Fox, high ropes, agility course, and archery kept everyone engaged. Beyond the fun, the camp helped build confidence, teamwork, and lasting memories. The Great Aussie Bush Camp staff praised our students for their great behaviour and enthusiasm. A big thank you to the camp team for an unforgettable experience!

Year 4 STEM Excursion

Year 4 students got to attend Picnic Point High School’s STEM Day. Students were emersed into the world of construction, engineering, maths and a whole heap of fun! We built rollercoasters, bridges and garbage bin holders.

We are not sure who had the most fun - the students or the teachers!

Literacy and Numeracy Week

This week, Milperra Public School celebrated Literacy and Numeracy Week, an annual event that highlights the importance of these foundational skills in every child’s learning journey.

We are incredibly proud of the way our students embraced every activity and we thank our teachers for providing rich and meaningful experiences that strengthened literacy and numeracy across all stages of learning.

Together, we are building the skills that help every child thrive!

The students of MPS had an absolute blast at the Monty’s Colour Fun Run on September 18th! With every step came a splash of colour, laughter and plenty of smiles. By the end, everyone looked like walking rainbows - and the fun was just as bright as the mess!

The team from the Support Unit would like to thank all of our staff, students, parents and community members who came along to celebrate our school Colour Fun Run. We appreciate the hard work and efforts of everyone involved to raise funds to purchase resources for our school – we couldn’t have had such a successful day without everyone’s help!

On Thursday Week 10, Milperra PS held an SRC Pyjama Day. Students came to school in their favourite PJs with donations going towards new play equipment around the school.

It’s a fun way to finish the week and show our school spirit!

District Swimming Carnival

On Tuesday 4th of March, 35 Milperra students represented our school in the District swimming Carnival at Revesby Pool. What a great carnival! MPS swam incredibly well, with several students making it to Regionals. What a show of aquatic talent!

State Dance Ensemble

We are incredibly proud to share that Everlie Doroszuk has been selected to join the prestigious State Dance Ensemble for 2025. This is a remarkable achievement and a reflection of Evie’s talent, dedication, and passion for dance.

Evie will have the opportunity to develop high-level skills in technique, composition, and performance, with her hard work culminating in performances at the State Dance Festival and the spectacular Schools Spectacular later in the year.

Well done, Evie—we can’t wait to see you shine on stage!

State Swimming Carnival

Congratulations to the following students who attended State Swimming this week:

Dylan Harris, Alexander Antoniou, Lennox Berry, Zach Sharpe & Zoe Young.

Special mention to Dylan Harris who received the Sydney South West 11yrs Boys Age Champion from the Regionals Carnival.

Congratulations to Our Recognised Students

We are incredibly proud to share that several of our current and former students were recently recognised by Kylie Wilkinson MP, Member for East Hills, for their outstanding achievements and contributions to the community.

Brody, Zach, and Dylan attended a special afternoon tea hosted at the East Hills Electorate Office, while former students Isaac and Noah were honoured at Parliament House in Sydney, where they were joined by the Premier of NSW, the Hon. Chris Minns MP.

Each student received a certificate and a copy of the Hansard transcript of the speech delivered in their honour in the NSW Parliament. This recognition is a testament to their dedication and the positive impact they continue to make in our community.

Congratulations to all five young men on this well-deserved recognition. We are so proud of you!

2025 NSW Premier's Spelling Bee

Congratulations to all students who represented their classes at Milperra’s Spelling Bee Finals. We are so proud of all the students’ participation and efforts in the challenging spelling rounds!

Huge congratulations to:

Junior Regional Finalist Toni and

Junior Runner Up Franklin.

Senior Regional Finalist Jacob and

Senior Runner Up Dylan.

Operatin Art

Congratulations to the amazing young artists of Milperra Public School! Your outstanding artworks in this year's Art Exhibition were truly inspiring. Each piece reflected creativity, talent, and dedication. You should all be very proud of your achievements. Keep creating, imagining and sharing your wonderful artistic gifts with the world!

Boccia Tournament

On Wednesday 28^th June 2025, students from Milperra Public School’s Support Unit took part in the annual Boccia Tournament, which included 12 primary schools from South-West Sydney.

Chloe, Ella, Mackenzie, Ranyar, Anthony and William delivered a stellar performance in the group stage, showing off their skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship. The games were close and competitive with some great wins, a nail-biting tie and a few tough losses - but every match was a chance to learn and grow. We’re proud of how our students supported each other, showed resilience and had fun throughout the day!

Although we were unsuccessful in progressing to the State Finals to be held in term 3, our 2025 team has made Milperra Public School proud and we cannot wait to participate again in 2026!

Mr. Kostoglou and Mrs. Young

MPS Support Unit Boccia Coaches

District Cross Country

A huge congratulations to all our incredible students who represented Milperra Public School at the recent District Cross Country Carnival! Each runner gave it their all, showing determination, sportsmanship, and school pride every step of the way. We’re so proud of everyone’s efforts. A special shout-out to those amazing athletes who have qualified for Regionals! What a fantastic achievement. Go Milperra! 💙💛

School Spectacular Dance

Congratulations to our talented representative dance group on their successful selection for the Schools Spectacular! This is an outstanding achievement and a reflection of their dedication, teamwork, and talent. We are incredibly proud of them and look forward to seeing them shine on the big stage!

MPS Public Speaking Finals

Congratulations to all students for completing their public speaking journey! Well done to the finalists who gave their best, and a special shout-out to the winners from each stage—you're off to represent us at the Chipping Norton finals. Good luck!

K-2 Cross Country

On Tuesday, 9th September, our K–2 students enjoyed a fabulous afternoon participating in the annual Cross Country Carnival. The weather was perfect, with the warm sunshine adding to the excitement and energy of the day as our students ran with enthusiasm and determination.

A huge thank you goes to our amazing Stage 3 helpers, who helped set up the course, demonstrated a lap, ran alongside students who needed a buddy, and assisted with packing away at the end of the carnival. We are also grateful to our wonderful parents for their encouragement and cheers from the sidelines, which helped motivate our runners.

Congratulations to the first, second, and third place getters in each race!

Congratulations to our four incredible students who proudly represented Milperra Public School at the Chipping Norton Public Speaking Competition.

A SPECIAL CONGRATULATIONS to Charli Pate, who took out first place in the Stage 1 competition with her prepared speech titled ‘Why I Should Be the Principal of Milperra Public School’ and her impromptu topic, ‘If I had a Magic Wand’. Charli will now progress to the Grand Final on Tuesday 18^th November at Georges River College, Oatley Senior Campus. GOOD LUCK, CHARLI!

GARDEN CLUB

Students from 1H and 3/4H who signed up for Garden Club this term, enjoyed spending time participating in Garden Club activities at lunchtime this week.

We had a busy time planting brown onions seedlings, dwarf bean and broccoli seeds to kick off our 2025 veggie beds in the Centenary Garden.

Learning basic skills of how to use a hose, hand shovels, and spacing out seeds and seedlings when planting allows hands on experiences and ignites curious minds in the garden.

Miss Jenelle, Miss Aneta, Miss Elise

Harmony Week - Cooking With Kids

In honour of Harmony Week, Cooking with Kids embraced the rich cultural diversity of our students through a delightful celebration of family recipes. Our students proudly shared dishes from their heritage, including Alexander’s Greek Cheese Pie “Patsavouropita”, Dylan’s “Pansit” Philippine Noodles, Olivia’s Vietnamese Spring Rolls “Cha Gio”, Jacob’s “Ktaef” Lebanese Pancakes, and Lyla’s Bush Tucker Plum and Berry Ice Cream.

We are so fortunate to have had these traditional recipes shared with us.

Special thanks to both Hella and Christina for their invaluable contributions and efforts with this weeks lesson.

In addition to these international delights, students also enjoyed classic Aussie favourites like Meat Pies and Lamingtons.

A huge thank you to our students and Milperra families for generoulsy sharing their culinary traditions and joining us in creating such a vibrant and festive cultural lunch.

Kindergarten Badge Ceremony

In Term 1, our Kindergarten students received their badges, symbolising the beginning of their education at

Milperra Public School.

Welcome to the Milperra family and enjoy every moment!

National Basketball

We’re incredibly proud to announce that Zach Sharpe has been selected to represent NSW at the National Basketball Championships! Zach’s achievement is a reflection of his hard work, commitment, and passion for the game. His dedication has truly paid off.

In an exciting milestone, Zach's name will be added to the prestigious Sports Honour Board in the new hall - the first name to be added since 2013! What an outstanding accomplishment. We are all so proud of you Zach, you are an inspiration!

Williams Syndrome Awareness Day

Williams syndrome is a rare genetic condition that affects about 1 in 10,000 people. It is caused by a deletion of genes on chromosome 7 and is often associated with unique facial features, cardiovascular challenges, mild to moderate intellectual disability, and a highly social and friendly personality. People with Williams syndrome are often described as having a deep love of music, strong verbal abilities, and a remarkable ability to connect with others.

To show our support, students and staff came dressed in red, blue, or green — the colours of Williams Syndrome Awareness. Across classrooms, teachers used specially prepared resources to help students learn more about the condition, promote inclusion, and celebrate the strengths and unique qualities of people living with Williams syndrome.

District Touch Football

Congratulations to Hallie, Lyla, and Zoe on being selected to represent East Hills at the upcoming Touch Football Championship. This is a fantastic achievement and a great opportunity to showcase your skills and make new friends. We are very proud of you and wish you the best of luck for the competition

Sydney Suth West Girls Baseball

A big congratulations to Charli and Ruby on their efforts representing Sydney South West at the State tournament!

Both girls represented with pride, giving it their all and performing brilliantly throughout the tournament. Fantastic effort!

Sydeny Tech High School - Congratulations, Alexander!

We are thrilled to announce that Alexander Antoniou has been offered a place at Sydney Technical High School, one of NSW’s most respected selective schools. This incredible achievement reflects his strong academic ability and dedication to learning.

Earlier this year, Alexander was also offered a place at Endeavour Sports High School for his talent in baseball — an exceptional accomplishment. To earn offers from both a selective academic school and a specialist sporting school is truly rare, and Alexander is the first student we’ve known to achieve this impressive dual success.

We are so proud of Alexander’s hard work, commitment, and all-round excellence, and we look forward to seeing the amazing things he will achieve in the future.

OC Placement - Picnic Point

We are very proud of Teddy Davies, who has been offered a place in Picnic Point Public School’s Opportunity Class for 2026. This is a fantastic achievement that reflects Teddy’s hard work, dedication, and love of learning.

Teddy has been a valued member of Milperra PS, leading initiatives like Maths Club, representing our school with pride, and setting a great example for his peers.

Although we will miss him next year, we’re excited for all the opportunities ahead. Congratulations, Teddy — what an amazing achievement!

Regional Public Speaking Finalist - Stage 1

A SPECIAL CONGRATULATIONS to Charli Pate, who took out first place in the Stage 1 competition with her prepared speech titled ‘Why I Should Be the Principal of Milperra Public School’ and her impromptu topic, ‘If I had a Magic Wand’. Charli will now progress to the Grand Final on Tuesday 18th November at Georges River College, Oatley Senior Campus. GOOD LUCK, CHARLI!