A Message from David & Cam...

It has been another fantastic fortnight at AGPS. It is hard to believe that we are already halfway through Term 1! The curriculum programs are in full swing (check out the Curriculum Newsletters update via Compass for an overview of what each year level is focusing on this term) and many extracurricular events and activities are starting to creep into the daily operation of the school. The students have continued the way they started the year and are all focused, ready to learn for each session and are making great progress. Thank you again for your support in making this a terrific start to the school year!

Student Leaders

We are really proud to announce our student leadership group for 2025

All of these students put a tremendous amount of effort into their applications and really considered their roles as leaders and what they can offer the school. I know that they will all be great role models for our younger students and will work diligently to make our school even better. Cam and I look forward to working with them all and supporting the development of their leadership

Elephant Ed - Grade 6, Puberty & Embracing Change

This term the Grade 6 students will undertake a series of workshops run by the Elephant Ed organisation that address the concepts of Puberty, Embracing Change, Body Safety and Identity. A parent information evening was recently held and provided lots of information regarding the program and best ways to support their child.

Elephant Ed's workshops are evidence-based, age-appropriate and mapped to State and National curriculum guidelines. Elephant Ed is endorsed by the eSafety Commissioner as a Trusted eSafety Provider.

Swimming

Year 5/6 Lifesaving

Our 5/6 students were lucky enough to head to Altona Beach as part of the open water safety excursion hosted by the Altona Life Saving Club. The focus of the day was to develop skills and knowledge to be able to enjoy open water safely. They learnt introductory first aid, survival and rescue strategies and put these to the test through a range of different scenarios. Thanks to Nancy and Altona Life Saving Club for organising and running this very important event for our students.

District Swimming

The green team represented our school so well at the Laverton District Swimming Carnival last week. All of the students tried their best in their events and many came away with a ribbon or two! A huge congratulations to all of the students who qualified for the next stage in their events - WELL DONE!

Parent Payment Contributions

Thank you to our parents who have already paid the voluntary parent payment contributions for 2025. Your ongoing support ensures that our school can offer the best possible education and support for all our students.

Information about voluntary parent payment contributions can be found below and via the top of your news feed on the Compass app under 'Course Confirmations'.

Our preferred payment option is via Compass or payment can also be made using BPay, Centrepay or EFTPOS. In addition, parents are able to discuss alternative payment arrangements with Tracy Henderson 03 93600777 Tracy.Henderson2@education.vic.gov.au 

Parent Information Sessions

Supporting Literacy at Home - Prep Parents

Amy is hosting an upcoming parent information session for our prep parents. The session will focus on supporting children with early reading development and provide a range of supportive strategies that parents can use with their child at home. 

The session is on Wednesday, March 5th. There are two session times available, 3:30-4:30pm and 5:00-6:00pm. Both sessions will cover the same content. Attendance is only necessary for one session. 

Register your attendance here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdNJSbxRoVOdJAUoae50c3xR2mPvhFd12hfBi8bzelazwNNhg/viewform?usp=sharing

2026 Prep Information Night

We have our 2026 prep information session coming up on the 25th of March. If you know anyone who has a child who will begin prep in 2026 please ask them to register their interest in attending by contacting our office via phone (03 9360 0777) or email (altona.green.ps@education.vic.gov.au). 

Details of the event can be found on our website or via our Facebook page

C.S.E.F. - Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund Reminder

The Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund helps eligible families to cover the costs of school trips, camps and sporting activities.

If you have a valid means-tested concession card, such as a Veterans Affairs Gold Card, Centrelink Health Care Card or Pensioner Concession Card, or are a temporary foster parent, you may be eligible. 

Payment amounts this year are $150 for eligible primary school students. Payments are made directly to the school to use towards expenses relating to camps, excursions and sporting activities for the benefit of your child.

Please give a copy of your Health Care Card to the office or email me a copy of your card to:altona.green.ps@education.vic.gov.au

Your card must be valid as of the 28th January, 2025.

Thanks for a great fortnight. We hope you all have a great weekend.

Take care,

David & Cam