Principal's Report

I would like to start by welcoming both our new & current parents at Chelsea Heights PS. We have had a wonderfully, smooth start to the 2019 school year. I hope that the parent community has taken the opportunity to welcome our new and returning staff members:

Di Schmidt, Level 4
Donna Tesone, Level 1
Eliza Wilson, Level 3
Emily Yule, Level 2
Sharon Juriansz, Business Manager
Paola Decarli, Reception
Kate Atkins, Parent Communication & Marketing Officer

A warm welcome

Our new Foundation Students have begun the school year with many smiles and few, if any concerns or tears. This is a credit to Sara Gittus and the Foundation team comprising Megan Foley and Paris Hargreaves. Congratulations to all! When visiting your classrooms this week I was extremely impressed to see thoroughly engaged new students working both independently and collaboratively. Also, yesterday when attending their first assembly the Foundation students were attentive and participated fully in the singing of the National Anthem!!

Farewell Mr Duncan

I would like to take a moment to thank and farewell Paul Duncan. Last week, Paul was advised that he was the successful applicant for a Physical Education position at Langwarrin Primary School. Paul has been a member of staff at CHPS for the last 5 years. When he commenced at CHPS as a new graduate we were aware that he has that ‘special knack’ required to fully engage students in their learning. His quiet manner hides a fabulous sense of humour and a commitment to improvement at our school. On behalf of the entire school community including students, staff and our families, I would like to wish Paul the very best and state that Langwarrin Primary’s gain is very definitely our loss.

2019 AGM

The new school year marks the need for School Council Elections, our Annual General Meeting and the Principal’s Report to the Community. The schedule for the School Council election is as follows:

Thank you to both parents and staff who have nominated for positions. It is wonderful to see that our school community recognises the importance of the role School Council plays as the governing body of our school. We all want the very best for your children, both educationally and socially. We are working hard to create a school that offers learning to support the needs of all students and to create and maintain a physical environment that is exciting and inviting. Your ideas and support will make this process far better and happen far more quickly. I am looking forward to seeing many new faces as well as our greatly valued current members on these committees in 2019.

Congratulations to our 2019 Student Leaders

Our 2019 Student Leaders were presented with their badges by Mr Tim Richardson, the local member for Mordialloc, yesterday at assembly. I have had the pleasure of inducting these leaders over the last few weeks. During this time they have set their personal goals which I would like to share with you:

School Captains

Lachlan

My role as a School Captain is to be a role model for all students. I need to lead by example, showing our school values of teamwork, good manners, kindness, respect and tolerance for all. I would like to improve the awareness of how great our school is within the wider community. I can demonstrate this through community events such as the school fete, production, ANZAC Day march and working bees. What I bring to my leadership role is kindness, compassion and I am a hard working person who will accomplish any task given to me within set timeframes. The best part of my role is connecting with the people. Our school is a place where everyone can feel included and supported. My favourite memories are from school events as it is great how they bring families, parents, teachers and students together.

Mackenzie

My role as School Captain is to represent the school in a good and positive way. I would like to improve our reputation as a hardworking and welcoming school. What I bring to my leadership role is a confident voice when talking to parents and visitors and being organised and making sure the leadership stays on track. The best part of my role is to be able to represent the school at local events and being a part of making the school better than it already is.

Promotions Leaders

Sophie

My role as a student leader is to promote the school and events. I would like to improve on my confidence skills. What I bring to my leadership role is a good personality, bravery and good manners. The best part of my role is making a loud announcement and standing up at assembly.

Cooper

My role as a student leader is to promote the school in the community and to add to the CHPS website. I would like to improve on my speaking fluency at assembly and when public speaking. What I bring to my leadership role is great ICT skills and good planning skills. The best part of my role is adding to and updating the CHPS website with events.

Fundraising Leaders

Pyper

My role as a student leader is to fundraise for chosen charities. I would like to improve on my confidence at assemblies and going up to people and telling them about our school. What I bring to my leadership role is good vibes and confidence and if I get asked to do something I will finish it. The best part of my role is that if you try something it can be really fun and exciting i.e. trying new things.

Cody

My role as a student leader is to fundraise money for our school and charities. I would like to improve on my confidence. What I bring to my leadership role is my ability to work with others and the community. The best part of my role is that I get to step out of my comfort zone.

Sustainability Leaders

Elysium

My role as a student leader is to make sustainability around the school sound fun. I would like to improve peoples’ awareness about over usage of paper at our school. What I bring to my leadership role is enthusiasm and lots of knowledge about sustainability. The best part of my role is speaking at assembly.

Andy

My role as a student leader is to support our school to run more sustainably. I would like to improve my public speaking and reaching out to the community. What I bring to my leadership role is my ability to encourage my committee members. The best part of my role is speaking at assembly.

Organisation Leaders

Lisa

My role as a student leader is to organise events & complete jobs. I would like to improve my public speaking. What I bring to my leadership role is my creativity. The best part of my role is working with my team mates.

Ryan

My role as a student leader is to organise events, making time and planning ahead. I would like to improve on my ability to plan ahead and public speaking. What I bring to my leadership role is passion and excitement. The best part of my role is helping teachers and working with them around the school.

Ms Jane Satchwell, Principal