Orange East Public School - NSW DEC

11/06/2026

1/2 POSSUM MATHEMATICIANS! ⭐️

1/2 possum have been busy in maths, focusing on combinations to 10 and 20. Some students have also been practicing counting by tens to add and count up to 100.

We have been learning about sharing into equal groups and investigating halves and quarters using paper to fold and cut our equal parts.

Well done Possums!

Amy Phillips || Classroom Teacher

09/06/2026

PSSA SOCCER KNOCKOUT 🥅 ⚽️

Orange East Public School's boys and girls soccer teams proudly represented the school in the PSSA knockout matches against Calare Public School. Both teams played with determination and sportsmanship throughout their games.

The boys were highly competitive in a closely contested match, narrowly going down 4-3.

The girls showed great resilience and teamwork against a strong opposition.

Congratulations to all players for their effort, commitment, and positive representation of the school.

COACHING STAFF
Mr Mears & Miss Carthew
Miss Wyatt & Miss McNabb

08/06/2026

DISTRICT CHESS ♟️

On Wednesday 3 June, twenty OEPS students competed at District Chess. It was a fantastic day of strategy and fun.

Three of our teams achieved minor placings, with several students winning the majority of their matches.

Pictured:
• Ari, Cobie & JJ — 3rd place, Rookies
• Cooper, Hendrix, Hudson & Dre — 2nd place, Rookies
• Angus, Declan, Clyde & Rudy — 2nd place, Intermediate

Our Championship team also performed strongly, finishing 8th in a very competitive field.

Congratulations to the division winners: Millthorpe PS (Championship, Intermediate & Junior Rookies) and Catherine McAuley (Rookies).

James Meares || District Chess Event Organiser

05/06/2026

SPIRIT OF ANZAC AWARDS 🌺

This afternoon, we were honoured to welcome Chris Colvin and Stella More from the Orange RSL Sub-Branch to our school assembly.

Chris and Stella proudly presented Spirit of ANZAC Medals to Jaspar and Riley in recognition of their outstanding assistance and commitment during the Orange ANZAC Day services.

Our school was also presented with a Certificate of Appreciation in recognition of the valuable assistance provided by Orange East Public School during the 2006 ANZAC Day commemorations.

We are incredibly proud of Jaspar, Riley, and all students who represented our school with respect, pride and community spirit. Their efforts reflect the values of service, remembrance, and respect that ANZAC Day represents.

“Lest We Forget 🌺”

04/06/2026

RECONCILIATION WEEK AT OEPS

Reconciliation Week at Orange East Public School was a time of connection, learning, and understanding.

Our students were fortunate to welcome Maddy and Greg from the local Orange community, who spoke with them about the meaning and importance of reconciliation. Through sharing stories, knowledge, and experiences, students gained a deeper understanding of respect, relationships, and working together towards a stronger future.

Throughout the week, each class showcased its creativity by creating unique interpretations of the purple hibiscus flower, the symbol of Reconciliation Week. Students used a variety of artistic styles and techniques to express their understanding of reconciliation and what it means to them.

These beautiful artworks will be proudly displayed in the front building windows for parents, carers, and community members to enjoy and reflect upon.

We are proud of our students for embracing the spirit of Reconciliation Week and for demonstrating the importance of learning from one another, respecting our shared history, and walking together towards a more united future. 🌿💜

04/06/2026

CWA PUBLIC SPEAKING

Congratulations to our talented students who proudly represented our school at the CWA Public Speaking Competition. Their confidence, preparation, and courage in speaking before an audience were outstanding. We are very proud of their efforts and the positive way they represented our school community. Well done to Hannah, Rhylan, Angus, Mackenzie, Harper, Benji, Fletcher and Finnley and to all students who prepared and delivered a speech.

03/06/2026

BUILDING MATHS SKILLS THROUGH FUN AND GAMES

Our 2 Koala students look forward to Wednesday afternoons, when they have the opportunity to strengthen their technology skills through fun and engaging activities. From Prodigy to a variety of exciting Maths games, students are developing their problem-solving abilities, reinforcing key mathematical concepts, and building confidence in using technology.

Mrs Tracey Press || Classroom Teacher

02/06/2026

📚 PARENT/TEACHER INTERVIEWS REMINDER

Parent/teacher interviews will take place in Weeks 10 and 11 (22 June – 3 July).

Bookings are completed through the School Bytes Interviews module and close on Wednesday, 17 June. These interviews provide a valuable opportunity to discuss your child's progress, learning goals and next steps.

A reminder that Kindergarten interviews were completed earlier this year. Families in 3/4 Dingo have received separate communication regarding their revised interview and reporting timeline.

Glen Bourke || Principal

28/05/2026

PIE ORDERS ARE READY FOR COLLECTION!

It’s amazing what 10 fantastic staff members can achieve!

* The pie orders are now ready for collection from the Hall.
* Staff will be on duty at the Hall for the remainder of the day.
* We ask that all orders are collected by 3:20pm today as we have limited refrigerator space in the school.
* We ask that people collecting pies enter the school via the upper March St gate and walk around to the main Hall entrance.
*Our staff will check the order and then they’re all yours!

Bon appétit!

27/05/2026