Principal's Desk

Dear OPS Community,

How quickly has Term 2 flown by! It has been a busy term for our students, staff and community. A highlight over the past month has been attending various extra curricula activities with staff and students, these events have included district cross country, Cardinia Shire Reconciliation Week, State School Spectacular rehearsal, Winter Lightening Premiership. It is always great to receive positive feedback from staff at other schools and members of the community on the exemplary behaviour that our students show. I would like to congratulate both Scarlett and Amara on progressing through to regional cross country, both of the girls have strived to do their best and have shown dedication and commitment in their training preparation. 

We have our Grade 3-6 campers heading off to Camp Manyung next Wednesday. We are looking forward to a few fun filled days down at Mount Eliza learning new skills, building confidence and resilience while connecting with nature. I would like to thank Emily Waldron for organising this event for our students. Back at school our Prep, Grade 1 and 2 students will be having a big breakfast and PJ day, Ms Prendergast will send out more information about this on compass. 

Last Tuesday the students and staff said farewell to Mrs Corinna Vogel. Corrina is taking long service leave to travel overseas and will then be retiring. Corinna has worked here at OPS since 2007, during that time she has run our AUSLAN/signing program and worked with many different students across the school. Corrina will be missed here at OPS but she has promised that she will not be a stranger and will be back to visit. I would like to thank Corinna for her service in education for the past 18 years and all of her contributions to the Officer Primary School community. 

COMPASS Calendar

The COMPASS calendar is up and running, we will be using the calendar to share upcoming events and activities for the students and our community. We will still continue to use the calendar on our website and send out our termly calendar with important dates as well. 

OSH Club Fee Increase

We have been informed by OSH Club that there will be a fee increase as of the 12th August, 2025. Please see below for the updated session fees. 

Uniform 

When at school, it is expected all students are wearing the correct uniform. Our school uniform is important because it fosters a sense of belonging, it represents Officer Primary School within our community, and it reduces the focus on what children wear in comparison to others. Regarding our school uniform, it is essential students wear the correct uniform every day, unless there is a casual dress day. Uniform should be kept in good repair and worn neatly. We recommend all uniform items are labelled, iron or sewn on is great and labels should also be on the inside of garments. The only jewellery students should wear are small, plain, and round gold or silver stud or sleeper earrings in earlobes, and watches (Smart watches with internet connectivity and the ability to make and receive phone calls or SMS must be handed into the Office before school and collected at the end of the day). Religious jewellery e.g. crosses, are acceptable but must be worn under clothing and any medical alert jewellery must be worn at all times. If a students' hair reaches their collar, it must secured off the face.  

Uniform items can be purchased from PSW Officer 407 Old Princes Highway Officer Phone 9768 0382 Website: https://www.psw.com.au 

Officer Primary School also has an excellent selection of second hand uniform available to purchase, the second-hand uniform shop is open on Friday between 8:30 - 9:15am and 3:00-3:30. The second-hand uniform shop is located in the Performing Arts room behind Learning Neighbourhood 1. 

School Tours & Prep Enrolments for 2026

Throughout this term I have welcomed many families into our school for tours, a school tour is always a wonderful opportunity to celebrate our school, students and community. I will be running a few more school tours before the 2026 Prep Enrolment Applications close. Please call Julie or Shannon in the office to book in for a tour. 

Tuesday 24 June: 10am-11am

Tuesday 1 July : 10am- 11am 

Tuesday 22 July: 10am- 11am  

The Department of Education have provided clear timelines in 2025 to support Prep enrolments for the 2026 school year. You can find information and resources about the timeline, including factsheets and a poster at: Enrolling in Foundation (Prep). Application for 2026 Prep enrolments are currently open and can be submitted by Friday 25 July 2025.

After applications have closed families will be notified of the outcome of your application between Monday 28 July and Friday 8 August 2025. If you receive an enrolment offer, you should accept the offer by Friday 22 August 2025.

Sport X- FREE Come & Try Soccer Session! 

We’re excited to have Sports X running an after-school soccer program right here at Officer Primary School in Term 3! Come join a fun, energetic, and inclusive session to see what it’s all about!

🗓️ Date: Tuesday, 1st July⏰ Time: 3:20pm – 4:20pm💥 Who: Prep – Year 6 students🎉 Cost: FREE!

Come & Try Registration:

https://forms.gle/m9hSSJz2SDPraP599

Term 3 After School Program Details

Program Start Date: Tuesday, July 29 (Week 2, Term 3)

Time: 3:20pm – 4:20pm 

Cost: $145 for 8 weeks

Location: Officer Primary School Oval 

Open to students from Prep to Year 6

Program Registration Link:

https://sports-x.com.au/melbourne/product/officer-primary-school/

Open Afternoon Wednesday 3rd July 2:30pm-3:00pm 

We are excited to welcome families into our classrooms for our Term 2 Open Afternoon! This special event will take place on Wednesday 3rd July from 2:30 – 3:00 and is a wonderful opportunity for families to visit their child’s classroom.

During this time, students will have the opportunity to share their learning, showcase their work, and talk about their achievements with their families. We look forward to seeing you there and celebrating our students’ learning together!

Term 3 Breakfast Club

We are very excited to share that Breakfast Club will be up and running again in Term 3 on Tuesday and Thursday mornings. Our breakfast will be an express breaky, consisting of a toasted sandwich, fruit and milk. Student will be able to come and get their take-away breakfast from 8:30-8:50. More information will go out on COMPASS and Facebook. 

Building Update

Over the past few weeks, we have had lots of contractors coming in to prepare for the removal of the old administration building and redevelopment of the garden area between Learning Neighbourhood 1 and 2. At this stage it looks like the old administration building will be removed during the school holidays and we are still waiting on the start date for the redevelopment of the garden area. We will continue to keep you posted with any 

July Staff Birthdays:                 

Braden

Shannon

July Student Birthdays: 

00 Killian

00 Mack

1/2 Lizzie

1/2 Zain

1/2 Amira

3/4 Immie G

3/4 Amara

3/4 Izack

3/4 Ayla

5/6 Taylor

5/6 Izzy

5/6 Sara

5/6 Harrison