Principal's Message

So many events and celebrations this term!

We have been so lucky this term to have many opportunities for our students to participate and shine in a huge variety of ways!

Many of these events have already been mentioned, however it is important to note others that have occurred in the later half of the term. Our Prep/1s are in week 2 of their swimming lessons, following on from the fabulous year 2/3 students. Our youngest students are relishing this opportunity to learn new swimming techniques and hopefully set them up for a successful summer ahead.

The Year 2 students visited Legoland this week as a part of their Design and Technology unit, participating in Lego making workshops and having enormous fun whilst learning. 

Our Year 6 students enthusiastically participated in the summer sport Lightning Premiership on Tuesday. They represented Hillsmeade demonstrating our values of Kindness, Respect and Resilience at all times.

Just this last weekend, our team of 16 students participated in the Victorian State Schools Spectacular, performing twice at John Cain Arena. Each student was outstanding as they represented Hillsmeade with pride and overwhelming enthusiasm! I had the privilege of watching the matinee performance and it was a high energy, engaging show all round. Congratulations to Mrs Lisa Scott and Ms Carmen Collins on leading our students through the preparations and performances!

Last week our year 4 students went to Phillip Island Adventure Resort for camp. By all reports they had a sensational and fun-filled three days with lots of activities to choose from and delicious food options. There were a few tired and weary people around Friday afternoon, I'm sure the students felt the same!!!

Today our District Athletics team are finally competing after many rescheduled dates. We are super proud of their efforts and wish them the very best of luck.

Coming up to finish off the term we will have Footy Day on the last day of school - Friday 18th September. Looking forward to this annual event! Perhaps there may also be some new Carlton converts this year!!

Term 4 is fast approaching

Please make sure to keep your eye on calendars so that you can plan ahead accordingly.

Important whole school dates to remember:

1. School returns Monday 5th October
2. Curriculum Days - Wednesday 25th November & Friday 18th December (no student attendance)
3. Monday 2nd November - alternative class arrangements day. Classes will not run as normal.
4. Friday 13th November - The Colour Explosion Run - our one BIG FUNDRAISER for the school!
5. The last day of student attendance for the year is Thursday 17th December, finishing at 2.30pm

Family-Teacher Conversations

These will run next week Monday 7th and Tuesday 8th September. Bookings close today at 3.00pm. Please ensure you have booked via Compass so you can see your child's teacher and discuss ongoing reporting and goals for the remainder of the year.

Prep 2027

We are so excited to welcome our newest members of the Hillsmeade family for 2027. Transition sessions start next term on Tuesday 27th October. Please contact the office if you have any further questions, however more 2027 information for enrolled families will be sent via email soon.

Term 3 2026

• Monday 5th October - Term 4 Day One for students
• Monday 7th & Tuesday 8th September - Family Teacher Conversations 3.30 - 6.45pm

• Friday 18th September - Footy Day

  Term 4 2026

  Mon 26th - Wed 28th October - Year 6 Camp

• Tuesday 27th October - Prep 2027 Transition session #1
• Monday 2nd November - Alternate arrangements - no classes running
• Tuesday 3rd November - CUP DAY public holiday
• Tuesday 10th November -  Prep 2027 Transition session #2
• Friday 13th November - WHOLE SCHOOL COLOUR EXPLOSION RUN
• Tuesday 24th November - Prep 2027 Transition session #3
• Wednesday 25th November - Curriculum Day
• Monday 7th December - End of Year Extravaganza (after school)
• Tuesday 8th December - Statewide Transition Day & Prep 2027 Transition session #4
• Thursday 10th December - Year 6 Graduation at Bunjil Place
• Monday 14th December - Last day of 2026 classes
• Tuesday 15th December - 2027 classes
• Thursday 17th December - Last day of the school year 2.30pm dismissal
• Friday 18th December - Curriculum Day