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What Sparks Joy?
What Sparks Joy?
This question was made famous a few years ago by Japanese author and professional de-clutterer, Marie Kondo.
Designed to help reduce the cognitive load of decision making and reduce the accumulation of clutter in the home or workplace, Marie’s advice ran contrary to that of many professional organisers, which was often to ‘add one - take two out’ or to discard things not used or touched for over a designated period of time. Rather Marie’s advice focused on the sense of joy sparked by the item as the determining factor.
In a world increasingly shaped by the allure of instant gratification and pursuit of happiness -it is a quiet yet radical act to pursue joy.
Happiness, which is often tied to our situation and circumstances having to be favourable, is seen as immediate, consumable, and easily obtained, but rarely sustained.
By comparison, joy is deeper, enduring and often more hard-won. Joy is not a fleeting feeling, but a cultivated state of being, shaped through challenge, perseverance, and a sense of purpose.
It is interesting that the Bible contains over 200 references to joy, compared with only 25-30 references to happiness. Happiness is often linked to favourable events; joy, by contrast, is portrayed as a deep and sustaining grace found in God, even in the midst of hardship.
"The joy of the Lord is your strength." – Nehemiah 8:10
Returning this week from a much appreciated period of leave, I was struck once more by ...
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...the sense of joy sparked through a range of learning experiences provided for the girls.
From the determination of our athletes on the sports field, the thrill of a win at Guild Marching or a tough hockey match, the creative expression of girls preparing for the Eisteddfod,the satisfaction of completing a rigorous Duke of Edinburgh hike - experiences which spark joy.
Likewise, the public performance of original compositions, the challenge of vulnerability at the Regional Shakespeare Carnival, the shared experience and camaraderie of Mary Poppins rehearsals, little girls leading Guild Gatherings, the grit developed through mastering classwork and diligence shown in assessment preparation—these experiences not only spark joy but reinforce that joy is often found in the process, not just the outcome.
Joy grows in places where effort meets meaning. It is forged through early morning starts, persistent practice, working through mistakes, and leaning on others in moments of doubt. It is discovered in teamwork, resilience, service, and creative expression. These are not always easy things, but they are worthwhile. That is what makes joy different. It does not rely on everything going right on perfect friendships or perfect outcomes. It flourishes even when the path is hard, because it is tied not to circumstance, but to growth.
In a school like ours, where students are invited to explore, to serve, and to journey with courage, we see joy as more than a feeling—it is a fruit of character. May we continue to encourage our girls not to chase happiness, but to seek joy.
For joy is not only sparked in moments of success, but sustained in lives lived with purpose, humility, and hope. From little things, big things grow.
Congratulations
Congratulations
Throughout the year, we want to acknowledge and celebrate the various interests and accomplishments of PLC Armidale girls. We will be aware of the experiences girls undertake to represent the College. We may not know about experiences and achievements in areas of interest outside of school. Please let our Communications and Marketing Manager, Mrs Arundale know. Mrs Arundale greatly enjoys telling the story of the quality and achievements of our PLC Armidale girls.
Congratulations to ...
Congratulations to ...
... our Year 9 student Rebecca Mang
... our Year 9 student Rebecca Mang
... who received the 2025 Adjudicators Award for her composition in the opening event of the Armidale Eisteddfod last week. An amazing achievement for someone so young in an event which showcased some of our region's best musical talent.
"When I listened to this piece, I was stopped in my tracks," said adjudicator Dan Walker, a highly accomplished Australian composer and conductor. "I was absolutely blown away by the sophistication of the writing and the level of sensitivity in the performance. The piece resonated with me and took me on a musical journey, which is something really rare that we all try to achieve as composers - and this Year 9 student did just that."
... everyone involved in our Mother's Day breakfast in the Dining Hall and Garden
... everyone involved in our Mother's Day breakfast in the Dining Hall and Garden
All our mums loved their gifts and spending time with their girls.
You can see all the PLC Armidale photos from our Mother's Day Breakfast 2025 HERE on the Parent Portal
Premiers Reading Challenge
Premiers Reading Challenge
The 2025 NSW Premier’s Reading Challenge (PRC) has commenced! This year we encourage all PLC Armidale girls from Kindergarten to Year 10 to participate in the Challenge.
The Challenge aims to encourage a love of reading for leisure and pleasure in students, and to enable them to experience quality literature. It is not a competition but a challenge to each student to read, to read more and to read more widely.
The Challenge runs until Friday August 22 and any books read this year from January 1 can be included in your “books read” tally.
Students in Years 7-10 will be provided with a username and password for the PRC site to record the books they have read. They will be given information on how to choose books for the PRC in their English class and will need to read 20 books to meet the requirements of the challenge.
More information on the Challenge can be found at here: https://online.education.nsw.gov.au/prc/home.html
Junior School News
Junior School News
Mrs Fiona Wake
Head of Junior School
Congratulations to ....
Congratulations to ....
... all our Junior School girls who recieved place ribbons in the 2025 Athletics Carnival
... all our Junior School girls who recieved place ribbons in the 2025 Athletics Carnival
Is it really Week 4 already?!
Is it really Week 4 already?!
Leadership
Leadership
We are well into the term, and it has been wonderful to see our Year 6 leadership team actively embracing their roles and stepping up as role models for the Junior School. Providing opportunities for our student leaders to lead is a priority, and they have demonstrated their skills through various activities, including Guild Gatherings held in Weeks 3, 6, and 9 of each term.
Each gathering is centered around a character strength, and this week, our leaders facilitated a session on Creativity. The girls eagerly anticipate these sessions, where they engage their peers in meaningful discussions and activities.
Leadership was also on display during the Athletics Carnival. Not only did our Year 6 leaders encourage participation and cheer on their peers, but they also modelled exemplary sportsmanship – congratulating effort and participation, handling wins and losses with grace, and showing our younger students how to celebrate success and support each other. And the marching, what a treat, my favourite event to watch!
Waggle Away!
Waggle Away!
Another recent highlight was the preparation for the celebration of World Bee Day, Tuesday May 20, where our leaders taught the entire Junior School the 'Waggle Dance.' This dance is a unique way that bees communicate the location of food to other bees – a fun and educational experience that brought the school community together. Our new BIG screen was used to present the girls to themselves and learn the steps through instructional videos - a wonderful outdoor classroom learning experience at a whole JS level.
Quality Literature experiences
Quality Literature experiences
Academically, our classes have settled into their units of work across the seven key learning areas of the curriculum. Teachers continue to prioritise quality literature to engage students, introduce relevant themes, and foster key competencies. Our focus on mastery in reading, spelling, writing, and mathematics emphasises foundational skills that students can confidently apply across various contexts. Mastery in these areas involves developing fluency, accuracy, and deeper conceptual understanding, laying a strong foundation for long-term success.
Assessment and Reporting
Assessment and Reporting
This term is also an assessment and reporting period. Your daughter's report will be shared electronically at the end of the term. If you would like further clarity, please reach out to your daughter's teacher, as the written reports provide a snapshot of progress and may not fully capture growth in areas such as social-emotional learning.
Sport
Sport
Winter sport is also well underway, with over 80% of our K-6 girls participating. The skills developed now lay a strong foundation for future opportunities in senior years, where high-performance pathways become more accessible. Each week on Monday lines the girls share their experiences over their sporting weekend. They are encouraged to not only share their score, however, what improvements they have made and congratulate individuals for their outstanding performances and effort.
Social-emotional learning
Social-emotional learning
We continue to prioritise the social-emotional development of our girls. Understanding how girls learn and play informs how we foster positive peer interactions, build rich vocabulary, and create inclusive classroom environments. These efforts are essential in helping our girls navigate the social world with confidence and empathy.
On the horizon - upcoming events …
On the horizon - upcoming events …
Our girls continue to be focused and engaged in the classroom, working diligently to meet their learning goals. Additionally, we are in full swing with a variety of upcoming events—PLC Performs, the Eisteddfod for Music, Dance, Speech and Drama, and our Mary Poppins Mash-Up component of the Mary Poppins musical. These experiences not only allow the girls to showcase their performance skills—such as stage presence, articulation, and confidence—but also teach them the value of practice and perseverance.
Thank you for your continued support and engagement with our school community. We look forward to a productive and vibrant term ahead.
Thank you for your continued support and engagement with our school community. We look forward to a productive and vibrant term ahead.
Recently, we welcomed Dr James O’Hanlon as part of the CBCA NSW New England and Northwest Region ‘Booked In’ tour.
Recently, we welcomed Dr James O’Hanlon as part of the CBCA NSW New England and Northwest Region ‘Booked In’ tour.
Dr O’Hanlon, a local author, illustrator, artist, and science communicator, shared his journey from a lover of quality literature to a creator of it. His engaging presentation to Years 3-6 in the JS Library highlighted the power of storytelling and creativity in all its forms.
Thank you - Mother’s Day Breakfast
Thank you - Mother’s Day Breakfast
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Mother’s Day Breakfast, a tradition that began in the Junior School a decade ago to recognise the invaluable contributions of our mums. Now celebrated as a whole-school event, this special morning underscores the commitment, connection, and unique influence that mothers bring to the lives of their daughters. Your presence made the occasion truly memorable, and we are grateful for the warmth and sense of community shared by all.
Thank you for the heart and humour you bring to our homes …
Your love, resilience and endless support shape the lives of your daughters in ways both seen and unseen – being a mum is a role filled with unforgettable moments – like navigating school drop-offs in pyjamas, or at least your slippers (we've all done it!), deciphering cryptic lunchbox requests, or becoming a last-minute costume designer the night before Book Week.
You are chefs, chauffeurs, counsellors, and cheerleaders – often all before 8:00am – and somehow, you do it with love (and perhaps a lot of coffee!). Thank you – for every hug, every word of encouragement, and every silent sacrifice. I do hope Mother’s Day on Sunday just passed was filled with laughter, connection, and pride in the incredible young people you’re raising.
It was B Week in Pre-K last week .....
It was B Week in Pre-K last week .....
Ad Astra Awards
Ad Astra Awards
Each week in our Junior School Chapel Service we award our students for achievement in academic, leadership and service pursuits.
Congratulations girls!
See photos HERE
Winter Uniform:
Winter Uniform:
K–2: Tartan kilt with bib, long white blouse, blazer, tie, long green socks or leggings, straw hat for formal occasions only.
Years 3–6: Tartan kilt (no bib), long white blouse, blazer, tie, long green socks or leggings.
All students: Black polished lace-up school shoes (preferred), green hair ribbon.
Winter Sports Uniform:
Winter Sports Uniform:
PLC Armidale track pants, sports shirt, blue polo. Shorts may be worn if preferred.
Pick Up and Drop Off:
Pick Up and Drop Off:
Please arrive via the Junior School Foyer after 8:15am when supervision begins.
Afternoon collection is from the gate only unless picking up early (sign-out via the Foyer).
Library Reminders:
Library Reminders:
Library bags are required for borrowing.
K–2 may borrow 2–3 books; Years 3–6 at teacher discretion.
Please refer to the Library Schedule to ensure books are returned on time.
Reading is a cornerstone of learning, and we encourage a love of books through access, choice, and regular reading time.
Reading is a cornerstone of learning, and we encourage a love of books through access, choice, and regular reading time.
Library Schedule:
Tuesday - Pre K and Stage 2
Thursday - Stage 3
Friday - Stage 1 and Kindergarten
New in the Junior School Undercroft:
New in the Junior School Undercroft:
Thank you to the P&F for funding the installation of a large screen. This will enhance our ability to communicate, project special events and enrich outdoor learning experiences.
Student Wellbeing – Wellio Program:
Student Wellbeing – Wellio Program:
We continue to prioritise student wellbeing with Wellio, a digital platform offering tailored learning sequences in PDH. Led by Penny Kempton and Stage 3 teachers, the girls are engaging enthusiastically in their weekly sessions.
Topics for the term include: Controlling our Emotions; Mindfulness in Action; Combating Worry, Stress & Anxiety; From Strangers to Friends; Communication Styles; Asking for Help
These lessons support students in navigating their social world with confidence and clarity.
For the Calendar:
For the Calendar:
Eisteddfod - Choirs Wednesday 21st (Years 3-6) and Thursday 22nd May (K-2), full winter uniform will be required
* Please refer to the PLC Armidale app and Broadcasts for up-to-date and finer details.
Senior School News
Senior School News
Mrs Kate Clynch
Head of Senior School
Congratulations to ......
Congratulations to ......
...our Year 8 and Year 12 Citizenship Award Recipients
...our Year 8 and Year 12 Citizenship Award Recipients
Senior School students receive these once they achieve three or more Merit Awards in a single term. Merits are given to students when they demonstrate the College values either inside or outside the classroom.
...our 2025 Armidale Eisteddfod Music Composition Senior School representatives
...our 2025 Armidale Eisteddfod Music Composition Senior School representatives
see the results for both our Junior and Senior School representatives in the CAPA section below
....our Stage 5 Ag Team
....our Stage 5 Ag Team
who enjoyed fantastic success at the annual Northern Schools Prime Lamb Competition in Glen Innes. Their Black Faced Suffolks placed first and were awarded Champion Middleweight Pen of Lambs. Their pen of White Suffolks placed 3rd, and their White Suffolk Cross pen of lambs placed 4th.
Then Duggy, their led lamb, came in 4th out of 13.
Congratulations also to our Year 9 student Nylah Webb, who was Highly Commended in the Young Judges Competition out of 150 students.
... Laura Vary who won the Emma Rice Memorial Trophy at the 2025 Narrabri Show.
... Laura Vary who won the Emma Rice Memorial Trophy at the 2025 Narrabri Show.
"Competing with my cattle at the recent Narrabri Show was a special experience. Winning is a privilege, but receiving the Emma Rice Memorial Trophy was an honour, making this achievement even more meaningful.
A heartfelt thank you to Mr. Faulkner and Kate Rice for presenting the beautiful trophy and sharing Emma’s amazing story with me. Your words were moving and unforgettable, reminding me of the incredible impact one life can have on so many.
Emma's legacy is a powerful reminder of passion, dedication and family that will stay with me forever. Moments like this remind me why I love what I do and the amazing support I have had along the way."
1st Senior Beef Cattle Paraders, Emma Rice Memorial Trophy – River View Rollina U002, Champion Parader– River View Rollina U002
"It was my first time showcasing my cattle at an ag show. I proudly presented four animals from my River View Hereford Stud. It was the day my dreams came true—an experience I will never forget. Many people helped me along this journey; however, it was PLC Armidale that first ignited my passion for showing cattle and the support of my dad and mum, every step of the way. Thank you."
River View Matchless U001, 2nd Led Heifer prepared and paraded by a High School Student; River View Vector V002, 1st Bull 6 months and under 12 months, Reserve Champion Junior Bull; River View Matchless V001, 1st Heifer 6 months and under 12 months; River View Rollina U002, 1st Heifer 16 months and under 20 months, Reserve Champion Junior Heifer; River View Matchless U001, 1st Heifer 20 months and under 24 months Reserve Champion Senior Cow
Livestock Team Celebration - Saturday, 24 May, 2025- TICKET SALES MUST END 5PM MONDAY, 19 MAY
Livestock Team Celebration - Saturday, 24 May, 2025- TICKET SALES MUST END 5PM MONDAY, 19 MAY
Gather together with other Livestock Team families to watch our Livestock Team girls show their herd in our Livestock Yards, then enjoy dinner and a silent auction in the Astra Arts Centre with presentations from the team.
Our special guest speaker for the occasion is The Hon. Nichole Lorraine Overall, MLC, an award-winning writer, history detective, radio host and the first woman to represent Monaro NSW in the NSW Parliament in 165yrs.
The menu will feature Bindaree Beef from Inverell and Lamb from Balala Station, prepared by our College Hospitality teacher (and professional chef) Mr Aaron Creamer and all profits will go towards supporting our students' engagement with the agricultural industry.
Our Stage 5 Ag girls visited Glenbrook Merino Stud recently. The girls observed and learnt about the Merino Stud AI process and other aspects of premium sheep production.
Duke of Ed Silver Practice Hike
Duke of Ed Silver Practice Hike
Our girls completed the annual Three Peak Challenge in the Scenic Rim South East Queensland last week, summiting three iconic mountains in three days. While the weather provided lots of cloud ( see the Mount Maroon Mother's Day pics) this made the views even better when the skies cleared.
Happy Mother's Day from Mount Maroon
Happy Mother's Day from Mount Maroon
What Matters? Writing Competition
What Matters? Writing Competition
Inspired by Gough Whitlam's commitment to involving young people in shaping Australia's future, the What Matters? writing competition is currently open to school students in Years 5 to 12 from Australia. Responding to the simple question 'what matters?', entrants are free to express their views on any matter they care about.
Part writing exercise, part civics and citizenship activity, What Matters? is the perfect opportunity to empower students to raise their voices on issues that are important to them and know that their perspectives are valuable, no matter their age, background or viewpoint. Entries can be fiction, non-fiction, poetry or prose of up to 600 words, and submitted online. at https://www.whitlam.org/what-matters
Key Senior School Staff
Head of Senior School - Mrs Kate Clynch
Academic Leadership Team: Director of Studies - Mrs Julie Flanagan; Head of Humanities - Mr Mitchell Clendinning; Head of STEM - Mr Jonathon Shumack ; Head of Creative and Performing Arts - Mrs Joanne Wysel ; Director of Music - Mr Matthew Minter; Director of Sport - Mrs Lucy Donaldson.
Senior School Administration - Mrs Stephanie Fahy
Pastoral Care Staff
The purpose of the Pastoral Care model at PLC Armidale is to ensure that every girl is known and nurtured and that parents have a member of staff they can contact regarding any well-being issues that may arise. Wherever possible, our Year Patrons remain with students on their journey throughout Senior School. In addition, a Year Specialist has been allocated to assist students in each year group. Patrons and Specialists are also ably assisted by their PC team.
Year 7 - Patron: Sophie Westermarck; Specialist: Jennifer Leahy; Team: Aaron Creamer
Year 8 - Patron: Mitchell Clendinning; Specialist: Grace Welch; Team: Marilyn Faithfull
Year 9 - Patron: Emma Schaeffer; Specialist: Amanda Burney; Team: Roxanne Shumack
Year 10 - Patron: Jo Wysel; Specialist: Matthew Minter; Team: Josh Tuohy
Year 11 - Patron: Kate Fittler; Specialist: Jonathon Shumack; Team: Greg Cotterell, Margarita Perez
Year 12 - Patron: Yvette Ballard; Specialist: Julie Flanagan; Team: Ruth Patrick
Pathways - Angela Priebbenow
You can also find more information on the Parent/Carer Intranet via CONNECT HERE
The Senior School Handbook also contains details of requirements for stationery for students, as well as details for uniform, IT requirements and general information about life in the Senior School. You can find the Senior School Handbook on the Parent/Carer Intranet via CONNECT HERE
Boarding News
Boarding News
Sam and Amy Jacometti
Heads of Boarding
Creative and Performing Arts (CAPA) News
Creative and Performing Arts (CAPA) News
Mrs Joanne Wysel
Head of Creative and Performing Arts. (CAPA)
Congratulations to ...
Congratulations to ...
... our Regional Shakespeare Carnival winners - Molly Chard and Lucy Ward - Dance; Poppy-Grace Newton and Olive McFarlane - Physical Theatre; and our Ensemble girls - Rebe Cunningham, Jess MacMahon, Emily Adams, Navita Maher and Jade Foster.
... our Regional Shakespeare Carnival winners - Molly Chard and Lucy Ward - Dance; Poppy-Grace Newton and Olive McFarlane - Physical Theatre; and our Ensemble girls - Rebe Cunningham, Jess MacMahon, Emily Adams, Navita Maher and Jade Foster.
.... all our Regional Shakespeare Carnival competitors..
.... all our Regional Shakespeare Carnival competitors..
The Regional Shakespeare Carnival was held at PLC Armidale on Thursday 15 May, with one item from each category representing our school. We were proud to host this inspiring event for the second year running.
See all the Shakespeare Carnival photos HERE
Results from the Regional Shakespeare Carnival:
Results from the Regional Shakespeare Carnival:
Through to the state final:
Molly & Lucy for Dance - Taming of the Shrew
Poppy-Grace and Olive for Physical Theatre - Hamlet
Jess, Rebe, Emilly, Jade, Navita for Ensemble Scene - Julius Caesar
Also fabulous results from
Issy, Sybella, Hope, Sophia, Kithmi, Tilly for their Group Devised performance that was clever and masterful and to Issy and Ella who’s duologue from Hamlet was “bold and intense”.
... all our Armidale Eisteddfod Music Composition night finalists
... all our Armidale Eisteddfod Music Composition night finalists
Music Composition PLC Armidale entry results:
Music Composition PLC Armidale entry results:
Years K-6: Grace Elbourne 1st, Shiloni Katta Highly Commended; Years 7-8 - Bella Wysel 1st, Georgina Arundale-Fuller 2nd, Harriet Minter 3rd, Georgie Blake Highly Commended; Year 9 - Rebecca Mang 1st, Illiana Carruthers 2nd, Sybella Man 3rd; Year 10 -Lilian Sue Highly Commended; Year 11 M1- Jade Foster 2nd, Molly Chard 3rd; Year 11 M2 Binudi Vithana 3rd; Year 12 M1 Teya Catterall 2nd; Year 12 M2 Arlie Bragg 1st, India Smith 2nd.
Mary Poppins - tickets are now on sale to the general public
Mary Poppins - tickets are now on sale to the general public
We have sold about half our tickets across all performances, and on the popular nights, the seats are nearly all gone.
We have sold about half our tickets across all performances, and on the popular nights, the seats are nearly all gone.
If you haven't bought yours yet ....
If you haven't bought yours yet ....
Experience the magic and wonder of PLC Armidale's production of 'Mary Poppins' at the Armidale Town Hall!
Join the Banks family as their lives are turned upside down by the arrival of the practically perfect nanny with her magical carpetbag and unique perspective on life.
This beloved classic springs to life with unforgettable songs, including "Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious," "A Spoonful of Sugar," and "Chim Chim Cher-ee." Our talented student cast brings charm and energy to this heartwarming story about family, imagination, and finding joy in the everyday.
With colourful costumes, spectacular dance numbers, and that special touch of Disney magic, this production promises an enchanting experience for audiences of all ages. Don't miss your chance to be swept away on an umbrella ride above the rooftops of London with Mary Poppins – where anything can happen if you let it!
We can't wait to share this magical evening of music with your family. Thank you for your continued support. We look forward to seeing you at the most supercalifragilisticexpialidocious event of the year!
Please note:
Our Understudies will perform on Wednesday Evening in the Preview Two show and on Saturday afternoon in the Matinee show.
All Year 3 - 6 students will attend a special school matinee on Wednesday, 18 June, as part of their school day
Junior School MashUp for Mary Poppins
Junior School MashUp for Mary Poppins
We’re thrilled to share some exciting details about the Junior School’s participation in the Senior School’s Mary Poppins production at the Town Hall in Week 8 of Term 2, from Tuesday, June 17th to Saturday, June 21st.
Our girls in Stage 2 and Stage 3 have been working hard with Mrs. Wysel, inspired by the original Mary Poppins film with Julie Andrews and Dick Van Dyke, to create an energetic and memorable mashup performance. Here’s what they’ll be performing:
Stage 2 will be dancing to the timeless "Spoonful of Sugar"
Stage 3 will be performing the iconic “Step in Time” number, made famous by Dick Van Dyke
The whole group will come together for the grand finale of Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious
Venue: Town Hall
Performance Dates: Wednesday, June 18: School’s Matinee (After their performance, students will stay to watch the production); Thursday, June 19: Opening Night – 6:15 pm drop-off at Town Hall Foyer for a 7:00 pm performance. If you are not staying for the show, students can be picked up from the Town Hall foyer at 7:10pm; Saturday, June 21: Closing Night – 6:15 pm drop-off at Town Hall for a 7:00 pm performance. If you are not staying for the show, students can be picked up from the Town Hall foyer at 7:10pm.
These performances are compulsory, and we kindly ask that all students attend all performances.
Parents are welcome to purchase tickets for any or all of the shows their daughters are performing in. If your daughter will be staying to watch the production of Mary Poppins following the mashup on opening or closing nights please ensure she has a ticket as well. Students will also have the chance to stay after the matinee on Wednesday to watch the rest of the show.
If you are not planning to stay for the full production, you and your daughter are welcome to leave after the mashup performance, which will last about 8 minutes.
Costumes for the performance are being organised by Mrs. Wysel & Mrs Clynch.
Please mark these important dates in your diary, and if you know you will not be in town, kindly let us know as soon as possible. Otherwise, students are expected to be at all performances.
New England Dance Eisteddfod 2025
New England Dance Eisteddfod 2025
As part of the Junior School and Senior School Dance Ensembles, we are excited to be taking your daughter to the New England Dance Eisteddfod on Wednesday 28th May. The dancers have been working hard on their dance items for the eisteddfod. The eisteddfod is held at the Ex-services Club at 137 Dumaresq St.
For each item, costumes have been purchased for your daughter. The cost of the Dance eisteddfod is approximately $25 which covers the cost of entry fees, transport and costuming for the eisteddfod.
Students can arrive at school on 28 May in their winter school uniforms. We will help your daughter get changed into costumes at the eisteddfod for their performances.
Junior students
Pre-K - 2: Dance to ‘I’m Still Holding Your Hand’
We have all necessary costumes for this dance.
Please prepare your daughter with two pigtails in their hair on the day of the excursion to New England Dance Eisteddfod. If you need assistance with doing your daughter's hair please bring a hairbrush, hair ties and hairspray and a staff member will do it on arrival.
3-6 Dance Ensemble - ‘Hard Knock Life’
Students in ‘Hard Knock Life’ will need to wear a white short sleeved t-shirt (currently $3.50 in KMart) and long black leggings without logos on them (currently $4.00 in KMart).
Students will need to come to school with a low ponytail. If you need assistance with doing your daughter's hair please bring a hairbrush, hair ties and hairspray and a staff member will do it on arrival.
Senior students are required to bring a black leotard and black bike shorts.
Waltz for Sweatpants - costumes provided
Worth It - costumes provided
Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious - costumes provided
Hamilton - costumes provided
Homecoming - costumes provided
Girls will need to come to school with their hair in a middle part, slick-back ponytail with no ribbon. Students are allowed to wear minimal makeup but this will need to be removed on return to school.
A coach will take the Dance ensembles to the Ex-Service Club at 9:00am on May 29th for the 10:30am session. We will arrive in enough time to dress into costumes and warm up.
Your daughter will be returned to school at lunchtime.
Mrs Wysel, Miss Rickie, Mrs WIlliamson, and some Junior School teachers will accompany the girls on the bus and throughout the eisteddfod. You are very welcome to attend the eisteddfod to see your daughter perform.
Here is summary of the information for the New England Dance Eisteddfod
Date: Wednesday May 28th, 2025
Time: Leave PLC at 9:00am
Location: Ex-Services Club, Armidale
What to wear: Winter Uniform to school - costumes at the eisteddfod
Cost: $25 per student
Armidale Eisteddfod 2025
Armidale Eisteddfod 2025
The Armidale Eisteddfod has begun and will end with a Gala Concert on Sunday 15 June We are proud that our College has always strongly supported this event and we encourage families to watch the many amazing performances throughout the Eisteddfod.
If your daughter has registered to participate in the upcoming Armidale Eisteddfod as an individual (not part of a school organised ensemble), please complete THIS FORM at least ONE DAY before the event is held.
This form will be the official notice to the College for the absence and you are not required to contact the school reception, Heads of Schools or the Principal.
Please note the College is NOT providing transport services for students to attend individual events during school hours.
Transportation for boarders to attend events as an individual outside of school hours (8:40am - 3:30pm) will be organised by the Boarding House.
Transport may be available for students who are representing PLC Armidale (i.e. ensembles) and any arrangements will be communicated to students.
This form provides three event entries for each student. Please submit another form if your daughter is participating in more events.
Art in the Afternoon – Starting Next Term
Art in the Afternoon – Starting Next Term
Art in the Afternoon will be starting next term during lunchtimes with Mrs Schaeffer and our Visual Arts Captains, Daisy Donaldson and Sophie Hardin. Keep an eye out for more details, and come along to get creative!
Celebrating Our Student Successes
Celebrating Our Student Successes
We love celebrating our students' achievements! Whether you are excelling in Drama, Dance, Music, or Visual Arts, we want to acknowledge your incredible efforts and share them with the wider school community. Please let us know about your successes so we can recognise them at assemblies and in our newsletters. 2025 is already shaping up to be an outstanding year in Creative and Performing Arts, and we can’t wait to see what our talented students achieve.
We love seeing students embrace their creativity, challenge themselves, and support each other.
If you have any questions or want to get involved, don’t hesitate to reach out. Let’s make this a year to remember!
SPORT News
SPORT News
Mrs Lucy Donaldson
Head of Sport
Congratulations to ....
Congratulations to ....
... our Year 8 student Rosie Woods,
... our Year 8 student Rosie Woods,
who represented us wonderfully and swam a personal best at the Combined Independent Schools (CIS) Swimming Championships in Sydney at the Homebush Olympic Aquatic Centre this week.
... our Year 7 student Veja-Lee Petuha
... our Year 7 student Veja-Lee Petuha
who had a fantastic run representing our College at the Independent Girls' School Association (IGSA) Cross Country Carnival hosted by Frensham last week. After ranking 8th in the 12 and under division, she is now off to the Combined Independent Schools (CIS) Carnival in Sydney on June 12.
….. Isobel Macrae, Evie Matthews and Georgia Scanlon
….. Isobel Macrae, Evie Matthews and Georgia Scanlon
who were invited to participate in the IGSA representative U16s Rugby 7’s trials held at Pymble Ladies College on Monday 12th May. Their talent was on full display and both Isobel and Evie were selected into the IGSA representative team to play at the Combined Independent Schools (CIS) Championships on Wednesday, 21 May at the Kings School, Parramatta. Well done girls!
... Dixon - winners of our 2025 Athletics Carnival and our 2025 Guild Marching Cup
... Dixon - winners of our 2025 Athletics Carnival and our 2025 Guild Marching Cup
... all our 2025 Athletics Age Champions
... all our 2025 Athletics Age Champions
It has been a busy start to Term 2 with all of the Winter Sports starting and are now in full swing.
It has been a busy start to Term 2 with all of the Winter Sports starting and are now in full swing.
We have also had our Whole School Athletics Carnival, which again, demonstrated how our girls just get in and give everything a go. We were lucky with the weather and had a fabulous one and half days of athletics events. Thank you to our wonderful P&F who ran an amazing canteen for the day filled with sweet and savoury treats, and to all family and friends who came and supported. Congratulations to Dixon Guild for taking out both the Marching Shield and the overall Champion Guild for the day.
As always, if at any stage you are unsure of anything or need clarification, send me an email at ldonaldson@plcarmidale.nsw.edu.au and I will endeavor to get back to you as soon as possible. Alternatively, Mrs Stephanie Fahy at the Senior School Reception will be able to assist as well. Email seniorschool@plcarmidale.nsw.edu.au
Health News
Health News
Immunisation Statements
Immunisation Statements
Just a friendly reminder to all parents: if you haven’t already, please remember to send through your child’s most recent immunisation statement as soon as possible. This is important for ensuring their school records are up to date. Thank you for your cooperation.
EDUMATE MEDICAL DETAILS
EDUMATE MEDICAL DETAILS
If your daughter has an updated treatment plan, new diagnosis or medical needs, it is important that parents update the Edumate Health Conditions of your daughter to ensure that the school is providing the best care.
The Parent Portal can be access through the CONNECT page at connect.plcarmidale.nsw.edu.au
The Health Centre is contactable via
The Health Centre is contactable via
Email: health@plcarmidale.nsw.edu.au
Email: health@plcarmidale.nsw.edu.au
Phone: 02 6770 1741
Phone: 02 6770 1741
P&F News
P&F News
Sarah Yassine
P&F President
The PLC Armidale Livestock Team will be hosting another dinner at the College this Saturday, 24 May and they have asked the P&F to once again run the bar. If you can help with this - please get in touch.
The 2025 PLCA Signature Fete committee would like to thank those who have completed the Google Form regarding involvement in this exciting event. We've had a great response so far, with many parents offering to be involved.
We appreciate ANY ideas/suggestions. Even if you think what you can offer is only small or you're unsure if it is suitable, let us know anyway! We really would like to have as many members of our PLCA community involved.
You can complete the form HERE
If you have any questions, please get in touch at pandf@plcarmidale.nsw.edu.au
Thank you for your ongoing support of our P&F.
Thank you for your ongoing support of our P&F.
PLCA Uniform Shop
PLCA Uniform Shop
Opening hours
Tuesday 8:30am to 11:30am
Thursday 1:00pm to 4:30pm
Phone: 02 6770 1703
You do not need to make an appointment but it might be helpful.
Appointments can be booked on the website https://www.noone.com.au/school/plc-armidale/stores or scan the QR code.
Online Shopping via https://www.noone.com.au/school/plc-armidale/
Or just drop in....
GREEN TARTAN
GREEN TARTAN
ALUMNAE NEWS
ALUMNAE NEWS
You can find the Spring/Summer edition of the Green Tartan HERE
Send us your news!
Send us your news!
We love to hear about what our alumnae have been doing - so please let us know what has been happening in your life.
Births, deaths, marriages, milestone celebrations - whatever you feel like sharing with the other Old Girls, please tell us so we can include it in this section of the Lion's Roar each fortnight.
Our PLC Armidale alumnae are a stellar group of women who excel in a diverse range of areas, leading lives of significance.
Success looks different for everyone, and we like to celebrate it all - not just that which is in the public eye.
Email your news to: communications@plcarmidale.nsw.edu.au
Want to get together with your class?
Want to get together with your class?
If you are interested in joining or organising a milestone reunion group during the Reunion Weekend on 22/23 August 2025, please get in touch with us at enquiries@plcarmidale.nsw.edu.au
PLC Armidale Foundation
PLC Armidale Foundation
Can you make a regular financial contribution to the PLC Armidale Scholarship Fund?
Can you make a regular financial contribution to the PLC Armidale Scholarship Fund?
Donations will provide scholarships for the 2026 school year. In addition, gifts over $2 are tax deductible. You can also subscribe to make a small regular automatic donation which will quickly add up over the years.
The generosity of the PLC Armidale community has enabled us to maintain and provide an excellent learning environment for generations of young women.
Giving makes a real difference to every student who attends PLC Armidale now and into the future. We thank you for your continued support as we foster and build a community that stands together.
If you would like further information about the PLC Armidale Scholarship Fund or know of a young girl who you believe would benefit from this opportunity, don't hesitate to call us on (02) 6770 1700 or email us at enquiries@plcarmidale.nsw.edu.au
A gift to the PLC Armidale Scholarship Fund will open the door for many more exceptional young women to attend PLC Armidale and be equipped to lead a life of significance.
You can make a difference by donating today.
General News
General News
Never miss a notifiction - download our App now
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Some of our Stage 6 students joined More than 1000 future students have signed up to experience life at the University of New England’s (UNE) Armidale campus ahead of Open Day 2025 on Friday 2 May
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