Midweek
News
Wednesday 12 August 2026

Midweek
News
Wednesday 12 August 2026


Our Book Week celebrations are fast approaching, and we are excited to embrace this year’s theme, “Symphony of Stories.”
Students are encouraged to get creative and design a costume inspired by a favourite book character. We encourage families to use recycled materials and items already available at home, or students may choose to wear a costume they already have.
Book Week will begin with our Design Door Parade shortly after the morning bell, followed by our whole-school Book Week Dress-Up Parade.


Smile Squad is coming to TPS.
ALL students can get a free dental check-up, preventive services, and treatment at school.
How to access free dental care


Sign up to Smile Squad at: https://bit.ly/smilesquadvic
or use the QR code.
Complete and submit the consent form by 17th August 2026. Paper copies of the consent form are available from the office.


Our Father’s Day Stall is on Friday 4th September for our students to buy a special gift for their father, grandfather or special people. The stall will be running from 9am to approximately 3pm. Gifts range from $2 to $15.


Enjoy home baked goodies made by our Grade 6 cohort on Friday 18th September from 8.30am to 9am on the basketball court. Cash and card accepted. All proceeds go towards our grade 6 graduation.


Purchase a "Sold" sticker on QKR for your child's artwork for just $10, and we will frame their masterpiece for you! A beautiful keepsake to display in your home or a thoughtful gift for grandparents, family members, or friends. Celebrate your child's creativity and take home a treasured piece of art!


Tickets are just $10 per family and are available via QKR, or can be purchased at the door on the evening.
Come along and enjoy a fabulous exhibition showcasing the incredible artwork proudly created by TPS students.
There will also be plenty of activities for children and families to enjoy, including:
Be sure to visit our homemade lemonade and sausage sizzle stall. We look forward to seeing you there!


Don't miss your chance to win some fantastic creative prizes! The raffle will be drawn at the TPS Art Show on Thursday 10 September. Prizes include a variety of art and craft supplies, such as: Coloured pencils, markers, crayons, DIY craft kits, paint sets and individual paints. Tickets: $2 each or 3 tickets for $5 on QKR. All proceeds will support our kiln purchase. Thank you for your support, and good luck!


100% White Cotton Tea Towel with navy print featuring designs by TPS Students. $20 each on QKR or purchase on the evening of the Art Show. Tea towels available for collection on Thursday 10th September. Please note: The images featured on the tea towel only include students who were enrolled at TPS prior to Week 5 of Term 1 2026


We are calling for donations of any new or unused art resources for our upcoming Art Raffle. Donations can be dropped off at the school office prior to the end of term.
All proceeds from the raffle will go towards the purchase of a new kiln for our Art Room. Thank you for your support!


Many hands make light work!
We are looking for volunteers to assist with hanging artwork and displaying 3D pieces in preparation for the TPS Art Show.
Volunteer dates:
If you are available to lend a hand, please complete the Google Sign-Up Form.
Your support is greatly appreciated and will help make this year's Art Show a wonderful success.


Parents, unleash your inner artist with a Paint and Sip session.
Date: 21st of August
Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Location : Art room
Cost : $60 on QKR
Instructing artist: Fiona Tweddle- The HAPPI project. Session includes:
• A canvas to create on.
• The use of acrylic paint, paint brushes and an easel.
• The serving of non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages with nibbles for the first hour. Please note: this is an adult only event.


Purchase your child's Art smock today on QKR for $20. Orders close Tuesday 1st September (suitable for children aged 5–10 years). Children will decorate their smock with paint pens in a special art class.


Date: Thursday 3rd September, 6pm -11pm
Venue: The Toorak Bowling Club, 9 Mandeville Crescent, Toorak
Tickets: $50 per person (purchase via Qkr!)
Your ticket includes:
We will also be running a Reverse Raffle on the night, with great prizes to be won.
For more information and to connect with other TPS dads, click here to join the TPS Dads WhatsApp Group.


Due to the popularity of our Gozlemes, we have added an additional flavour this term - Herbed Chicken! We have also added a Croissant with Ham & Cheese and Pancakes with Strawberries, Blueberries & Honey to our main course items.
Our Stewed Rhubarb & Apple with Custard has been replaced with Stewed Rhubarb & Apple Crumble for the cooler months. Our subsequent courses now include SPC Diced Peaches in Juice, Salt & Vinegar Vege Crackers and Blackcurrant & Apple Juice.
Click here for the term 3 menu.


The St Kilda PCYC is running a breakfast club at TPS each Wednesday of term 3 from 8.30 am to 9am. The PCYC will also run further events at different locations throughout the term - Youth boxing, Girls Group, Mobile Activity Centre, Koorie Bootcamp, Friday Night Activities. For more information contact emily.sharman@stkildapcyc.org


TheirCare welcome their New Coordinator Ella! Ella is currently studying to be a teacher, and has 2 years service coordinator experience. She is still getting to know everyone so feel free to pop in and say hi! Click here to view the latest TheirCare Newsletter


You’re invited to participate in a pre-game clinic at the Hawthorn v Melbourne Round 1 AFLW fixture! Thursday August 13th AFLW Round 1: Hawthorn v Melbourne Clinic Start: 5:30pm


Match Start: 7:15pm Ikon Park, Carlton North. Limited spots available. Scan th QR code to register.


Scan the QR code for your FREE tickets to 3 Dees home games at either Casey Fields an IKON Park.