Ripper Families
TERM 3 - CELEBRATING SPECIAL PERSON'S DAY EMBRACING DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
In a world where diversity is increasingly recognised and celebrated, it's essential to reflect on the various ways we honour and appreciate the special individuals in our lives. As we navigate through an era of evolving family structures and societal norms, it's become evident that the traditional labels of Mother's Day and Father's Day may not fully capture the breadth of relationships and support systems that exist.
This is why our School Council made a conscious decision last year to embrace the concept of Special Person's Day. Special Person's Day is a day dedicated to recognising and celebrating the important individuals who play significant roles in our student's lives, regardless of their gender or biological relationship. Whether it's a parent, grandparent, aunt, uncle, guardian, mentor, or friend, Special Person's Day acknowledges the diverse array of individuals who contribute to their growth, happiness, and well-being.
The decision to move away from exclusively celebrating Mother's Day and Father's Day stems from a desire to be more inclusive and mindful of the diverse family structures and dynamics present in today's society and in our very own little community.
Families come in all shapes and sizes, and they are formed through love, support, and shared experiences rather than biological ties alone.
By embracing Special Person's Day, we affirm our commitment to honouring and respecting the unique relationships and connections that enrich our student's lives.
The RPS School Council will hold a special day next term. Stay tuned!!!
FETE ORGANISATION VOLUNTEER NEEDED
Planning for our biennial school fete is underway.
However, we are still seeking a volunteer to lead the organisation of the entertainment portion of the fete.
This will involve organising hire equipment, having acts for the day etc.
Some preliminary work has already been done on this, but we need someone to step up and help us out.
If you think you could take this on please reach out to us on ripperfamilies@gmail.com