Wellbeing & Engagement

Dear Parents/Carers,

As the year draws to a close, I’ve been reflecting on the privilege of stepping into the Acting Assistant Principal role this semester. It has been an incredibly rewarding experience, and I’ve thoroughly enjoyed working closely with staff, students, and many of you to support the outstanding programs and initiatives at EPS.

I am thrilled to officially begin as Assistant Principal in 2025 and look forward to contributing further to the positive changes that continue to drive our school forward.

Wellbeing Captains

Congratulations to all the Year 5 students who applied to be a Wellbeing Captain in 2025. The quality of the applications and the confidence demonstrated during the interviews were incredible. Well done to Anouk, Charlie C, and Mayzel, who will work closely with me next year to implement new programs and strive to ensure all our community feels safe, valued, and respected.

Trusted Adults

The concept of ‘trusted adults’ is central to EPS's approach to helping students identify those they feel comfortable turning to for support as they navigate solving problems.

With the holidays approaching, it’s a good time to remind ourselves of the importance of trusted adults in children’s lives. As routines change and the festive season brings excitement, ensuring children feel supported, heard, and safe is vital. Strong, positive connections with trusted adults, whether family, friends, or educators, play an essential role in their emotional wellbeing.

Each student has revisited their list of trusted adults outside of school. To continue these conversations at home, ask your child about their chosen trusted adults and how they provide support.

Policy Updates

The following policies have been recently updated and are available on our school website:

•    Dress Code – A new note has been added to the EPS Website, Prep Transition booklet, and New Starter Pack:

Please arrange a meeting if the school uniform prevents your child from complying with a requirement of their religious, ethnic, or cultural beliefs or background.

•    First Aid – Minor wording changes.

•    Health Care Needs – Minor wording changes.

•    Communication with School Staff – Updated to align with the ‘Right to Disconnect’ legislation.

Engagement – ‘Other’ Curriculum Areas

This term, our talented teachers have worked collaboratively to audit curriculum areas and ensure alignment with achievement standards. Their efforts have resulted in the development of engaging and relevant Big Questions that will inspire curiosity and foster deep learning. 

Here are our Term 1 Big Questions:

Thank you for your ongoing support, and I wish you all a safe break,

Leanne