Message from Bev and Kim
This week, our school has proudly recognised National Reconciliation Week, a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how we can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.
Well done to our Grade 2s, who have been recognised this week as BBPS Reconciliation Ambassadors, demonstrating our 6th R.
In further recognition, congratulations to Bauti, Claudia and Frankie, who were this week recognised as finalists in the Ellen Jose Art Competition 2025, and attended a special ceremony held by Bayside Council. Read BBPS Life for more details.
The Resilience Project – Parent Webinar
The Authentic Connection webinar explored the importance of fostering genuine connections with our children and within our communities. Families who attended gained valuable insights into building emotional resilience, open communication, and practical strategies to support children’s wellbeing. If you attended the online session, please let us know what you thought.
Here is the link to the recording. Please note that this link will expire on the 20th June.
District Cross Country Success
Well done to our competing team! Our runners showed outstanding perseverance and sportsmanship throughout the day. Congratulations to Vivi, Claudia, Charlie, Charlotte and Axel.
Wishing Vivi Friedrich all the best as she competes at Division Cross Country in the coming weeks.
School Council Report:
*The 2024 Annual School Report was shared and endorsed. This document highlights last year’s achievements and details our areas of focus. This will be shared with our community in the coming weeks.
*Education Policy – a number of policies have been reviewed and endorsed. Please access these via School Website
Student Dress Code Policy (formerly Uniform Policy) – some timely reminders:
White socks, without branding or logos.
Jewellery, nails, hair accessories and similar items that interfere with students’ ability to engage with school activities safely and fully are not permitted. Studs, sleepers and watches are the only acceptable jewellery.
- Shoulder length or longer hair is to be tied back to help restrict the spread of lice and for student safety.
Make up may not be worn at school. Only clear nail polish is permitted.
Additional layers of clothing may be worn underneath the uniform for added warmth, provided these undergarments are hidden.
Lost property is located outside the Library.
Access our Second Hand Uniform store to stock up on winter items. Half price sale is on NOW! – See flyer for details.
Please help your child to keep within our uniform guidelines. Our school captains will be on the look out to reward house points to students demonstrating fantastic school pride.
Mobile Phone Policy – no changes have been made – some timely reminders:
- Students’ apple devices and ipad messaging apps should be disabled while students are at school. Should you need to communicate with your child during school hours, please contact the Admin Office to pass on a message.
- Grade 5/6 students to keep mobile phones in school bag during school day. Class teachers will collect mobile phones for any other student and keep safely on their behalf.
*Buildings and Grounds – well done to our Administration Team on the successful completion of the OH&S school audit.
External painting works along the Exon side of our main building have begun – temporary fencing will be in place, and the project ongoing for the next few weeks.
Congratulations to everyone who has received a merit award so far this year. Take a look at the below picture of our proud Prep recipients.
