Defence School Mentor News
Term 4 already! We’ve had a great start to the term at Defence Kids Club with fabulous marble block constructions, loom band creations and delicious fairy bread making.
It’s been a delight spending time with our Year 6 Defence students and undertaking a transition to high school program - they have undertaken the program with great enthusiasm and consideration and hopefully it helps each of them in a small way to feel more equipped for this exciting (but also nerve wracking) transition.
We are beginning plans for our Remembrance Day Ceremony for Monday 11th November and look forward to sharing details soon.
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Resources
Gungahlin Defence Families Playgroup
Thursdays 9:30-11:30am
Nicholls Community House, 30 Kelleway Ave, Nicholls (Age: 0-5 Cost: $4)
The Gungahlin Defence Families Playgroup is a relaxed and friendly playgroup held in Nicholls, Canberra, catering to both Defence and civilian families. The playgroup provides a supportive environment for parents and kids to connect, play, and socialise. If you’re interested, you can find more information on their Facebook group or visit the ACT Playgroups Association page for details. Email: gungahlindf@gmail.com
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DVA Heart Health Program
Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) provides a free 12-month health and fitness program that can be delivered to returned Veterans and peacekeepers with operational service and those covered by the ADF firefighters scheme anywhere in the country. The program is flexible and able to accommodate those still working or retired, studying or with other time constraints. Run on behalf of the DVA by Corporate Health Management (CHM), the program aims to help you increase your physical health and wellbeing through practical exercise support and 12 months of health coaching and advice on healthy lifestyle choices provided by one of our team of highly qualified allied health professionals. Register your interest at https://www.veteranshearthealth.com.au/eligibility/
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Have a great week!
Lisa Bauer
Defence Support Mentor