Principal's
News Flash
Jacana School for Autism
Corinne Pupillo - Principal
Dear parents, carers and friends of the school community,
The weather is slowly improving and it's great to see students enjoying some of our engaging outdoor recreation spaces. I encourage you to support your child to bring a sun hat to school to protect them from the UV rays particularly as not all our recreational spaces have complete shade. The school has a severe weather policy which is enacted in certain situations. If you would like to view our extreme weather policy or any other operational policy, please contact the office or check out the schools website
https://www.jacanaschoolforautism.vic.edu.au/policies/
Playground Offical Opening - Monday 19 October
We were privileged to have Federal Member of Caldwell, the Honourable Basem Abdo and State Member for Broadmeadows Kathleen Matthews-Ward MLA attend the official opening of the playground upgrade project. Student leaders, parents and School Council President, Radha Fayad and Dr Denise Clarke were also in attendance for this very special occasion. A special mention to the project team for the hard work over the past two years as the project came to life for our students.
2027 Planning
The Principal Class Team and Consultative Committee are in full swing planning for the implementation of the new 2026 Victorian Government Schools Agreement which will take effect from 27 November 2026. The long term planning consultation is still underway after 6 months of bargaining by Australian Education Union (AEU). On Friday 16 October 2026, the Fair Work Commission approved the Victorian Government Schools Agreement 2026.
World Teacher's Day
This years theme is "Shine a light on Australia’s teachers". On Friday 30 October we are inviting everyone to Shine a light on Australia’s teachers who inspire, support and empower our children and young people every single day.
From lightbulb moments to helping someone find their way, teachers make a difference in ways big and small. This World Teachers' Day, we’re putting that impact in the spotlight. We’d love you to share a moment when a teacher made a difference in your life and help Shine a light on the amazing work they do.
Staffing update
A very warm welcome to Abdul Bolat (Business Manager) who will be working alongside Michelle McMaster in Term 4.
Bunnings BBQ Fundraiser
On Saturday 17 October, 5 family members and 3 staff joined the fundraising team for a fun day at Broadmeadows Bunnings. Cooking copious amounts of sausages and onions, serving the community of Broadmeadows and surrounds.
Shout out to all the volunteers, I am so grateful to the following for their wonderful support. I know I had a lovely time connecting with the locals from Broady on a beautiful sunny day as well as raising funds for the students. This fundraiser event raised approximately $3,056.40 which is fantastic effort by everyone.
- Kristen Ballerini
- Chris Ernst
- Radha Fayed
- Kylie Rust
- Ben Rust
- Mary Boutros
- Stefania Mantinioti
- Stephanie Torchia
- Irene Gacovski
Acknowledgment:
Broadmeadows Bunnings - for the community partnership we've had since 2006.
School Council News
At last nights School Council Meeting, the following policies were endorsed. If you would like a copy of any of our policies, please call reception 9309 6258 and we can email or print a copy for you.
- Inclusion & Diversity Policy
- Dogs at School Policy
- Work Experience Policy
- Digital Learning Policy
- School-Based Apprenticeship Policy
- VCE Vocal Major and Victorian Pathways Certificate Provision Policy 2026
- VET Policy
- Parent Contribution Policy 2027 (amended)
The next School Meeting is scheduled for Thursday 3 December and this will be our final meeting for 2026.
| MEMBER | POSITION |
| Corinne Pupillo | Executive Officer |
| Radha Fayad | School Council President |
| Daniel Moloney | DE Representative |
| Mary Boutros | DE Representative |
| Andrew McDonaugh | Parent Representative |
| Paul Malavisi | Parent Representative |
| Amir Khan | Parent Representative |
| Chrisy Maglis | Parent Representative |
| Chris Ernst | Parent Representative |
| Denise Clarke | Community Member Representative |
| Deb Brereton | Community Member Representative |
Communication with Staff Policy (Revised 12 December for 2026)
Jacana School for Autism understands the importance of providing helpful and timely responses to common enquiries from parents and carers. To ensure that members of our school community are directed to the most appropriate person to assist them, the information below outlines key contacts for common queries:
to report a student absence, please text the Student Absence Line on 0439 114 197
to report any urgent issues relating to a student on a particular day, please contact the general office on 9309 6258
to discuss a student’s academic progress, health or wellbeing, please contact your child’s classroom teacher/ sub school leader.
Primary Sub School Leader: Zoe Pirotta | zoe.pirotta2@education.vic.gov.au
- Middle Years Sub School Leader: Stefania Mantinioti | stefania.mantinioti@education.vic.gov.au
- Secondary Sub School Leader: Amelia Frantz | amelia.frantz@education.vic.gov.au
Senior Secondary Sub School Leader: Sean Procko | sean.procko@education.vic.gov.au
For enquiries regarding camps and excursions, please contact your child’s classroom teacher.
To make a complaint, please contact the Principal/Assistant Principals on
9309 6258.
Principal
Corinne Pupillo | corinne.pupillo@education.vic.gov.au
Assistant Principal | Curriculum
Daniel Moloney | daniel.moloney@education.vic.gov.au
Assistant Principal [Wellbeing] :
Stephanie Torchia | stephanie.torchia@education.vic.gov.au
- Assistant Principal [Inclusive Practices]:
Stefania Mantinioti| stefania.mantinioti@education.vic.gov.au
Please also refer to our Complaints Policy, available on the school website:
https://www.jacanaschoolforautism.vic.edu.au/policies/management/
to report a potential hazard or incident on the school site, please contact:
OHS Manager Nominee
Mary Boutros on 9309 6258 or mary.boutros@education.vic.gov.au
for parent payments, please contact the general office on 9309 6258
for all other enquiries, please contact our Office on 9309 6258
School staff will do their best to respond to general queries as soon as possible and ask that you allow us 2-3 working days to provide you with a detailed response. We will endeavour to respond to urgent matters within 24 hours where possible.
Unwell students
If your child is presenting with cold and flu like symptoms we kindly ask families to keep your child at home if they are experiencing symptoms.
Each morning when students are getting ready for school, I ask that you be mindful of how your child is presenting. If they/he/she is feeling/looking/acting unusual or is complaining of being unwell please take them to the doctor. Minimising the cross-infection will assist in reducing the risk of spreading bugs and viruses.
All student absences can be made through the dedicated student absence notification number. Text the student's name, room number and reason for absence.
Make sure you have the student absence notification number saved in your contacts:
Student Absence Line: 0439 114 197
Reminder: Our newsletter is published each fortnight and will provide you with important information about the school and events that may be of interest to you. I encourage you to read the newsletter that will be sent home via your home email, on the school's Facebook and Instagram Page, Seesaw or on the school's website.
JSA also has a Facebook and Instagram Page. Please like and follow our pages.
https://www.facebook.com/JacanaSchoolforAutism
https://www.instagram.com/jacana.school/
School Website