Principal's Report

Lunchtime Clubs

Congratulations to students in Year 3 and 5 for their concentration and determination to do their best while completing their NAPLAN assessments over the last week and a half While this has been going on, our Year 4 students were busily planning to run a series of lunchtime clubs for all students in Prep-6 to enjoy. The clubs, which include circus activities, board games, crafting, dodge ball, soccer and party club have been very popular, and will continue again next week.  

Strike Action

The Australian Education Union has called on its members to take strike action on Tuesday 24 March 2026. This will see disruptions in schools across the state as principals, teachers and education support staff take industrial action. More information about how this will effect Mount Beauty Primary School students and the community will be provided as soon as it is available on Monday.

Harmony Day - Everyone Belongs

Harmony Day is an important day in our school calendar, in which we celebrate our cultural diversity, respect, and connection as a community.  

On Monday afternoon, students will rotate through a series of activities that will take our students on a journey through different dances, games, plants, books and art from around the world.

School Photo Day

School photos will be taken next Wednesday, 25th March. Sibling photos can be taken prior to our morning bell. Orders can still be placed via the Compass Portal, though until the 31st March.  Please note that additional charges apply for orders placed on or after the 1st April. For more information, please refer to the School Photos page.

Drum Circle

A second group of girls have had the chance to participate in our drum circle sessions with Emily. This wonderful group of students have been working on connection, communication and confidence through drumming. They've been drumming rhythms, feeling their inner beat, adding to each others' rhythmic dialogue and taking it in turns to lead the group and have their voice heard. The music making has been interspersed with some great discussions about friendships and personal values and  LOTS of laughter. We will have one more session together before joining with the first group to broaden the understandings and connections we've made.

Out of School Hours Care 

As part of the continuing focus on building social connections and physical and mental health, some of the activities in OSHC next week revolve around two very exciting events: Harmony Day and Superhero Week! OSHC Bookings are essential, so please contact our service for more details, or lodge your booking through the OSHC page of this newsletter.

Bulb Fundraiser

We are holding a fundraiser to purchase some new sports equipment. Click here to view and order the selection of bulbs available. 40% of all money raised goes to the school and bulbs are delivered to your door anywhere in Australia. Orders close on the 27th of March, so if you have any gifts to send or need some colour popping up in your garden this spring, please consider this to support our school.

We are also seeking expressions of interest regarding donations for a fundraising raffle and auction later in the year. Please contact the school if you are able to contribute in any way.