Principal's Report

A big thank you....

On behalf of the school community, particularly our Yr 6 students, I would like to send a hearty thank you to the 2017 Graduation Committee  for organising a hugely succesful Trivia Night.

Kylie Henry led the charge on the night as Quizmaster, with Richard spruiking prizes and running competitions.  The room was a buzz of laughter, conversation, food and thinking as we answered question after question.  It was a close call in the end (unfortunately my table came 5th) and a great night was had by all.

A key part of the night's success was the meticulous planning and efforts in the weeks and months prior.  Kylie Van Beelan co-ordinated the team and together the Graduation Committee really came through.

Thank you to Kylie Van Beelan, Michelle Whitford, Kylie Henry, Richard Henry, Nicole Long,  Narelle Richardson, Kristy Way, Mel Woodworth and Amy Davis for the tremendous effort you put into making the night so enjoybale.  Your efforts raised over $4000 for the school to put toward this year's graduation and other projects.  Thank you.

Thank you also to our sponsors, you made the night possible.  Please checkout the large list of sponsors at the end of this newsletter.  These business have a great community mindset, supporting our school and I encourage you to show your appreciation to them in return.

2018 Parent Contributions

School Council and our Finance Committee have finalised our Parent Contribution requests.  These will come out in the next week.  We have been able to keep the requests at the same amount as 2017 - no increase in contributions from parents.  We work hard each year to provide as much notice as possible to support families in preparing to meet the expenses associated with schooling.  If you have any concerns regarding meeting any expenses associated with your child at school, please do not hesitate to speak with me.  We can always work out an arrangement to suit your circumstances.

New Sponsor for our Kilsyth Basketball Teams

We have a new sponsor for our KPS afterschool basketball teams.  A wonderful KPS family run business has sponsored our teams for new basketball tops.  They have donated over $1000 to provide new tops for our players.  Such a generous contribution!   THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH!!!

Building Works

A series of ramps and other minor building works will be installed over the next six weeks or so.  We are very excited to have the opportunity to have these funded by the Department of Education and look forward to the great improvements they will make to our school and it's accessibility. 

During the works, certain areas of the school will be fenced off to maintain safety as the workman complete the job.  I ask everyone to respect the boundaries of these fences and to work together as we strive to keep disruption to the school and yard to a minimum.

2018 Enrolments and Planning

It isclose to the time when schools begin to finalise their planning for next year.  If you know anyone who is interested in enrolling in our school for 2018, please encourage them to contact the office for a tour and a meeting with me.  We have a number of new students ready to begin at KPS in the new year and are ready welcome many more.

Captian Kelly's Diamond!!

Have you got your tickets yet?????  I can't wait.  Check the page in this newsletter for the latest information on our production preparations!!!!

Thumbs up to...

EVERYONE!!!!

This week I am sending a thumbs up to everyone....

• to our Foundation students who put on such a wonderful Fathers' Day breakfast last Friday.  So great to see you all enjoying time with Dad.
• to our Juniors who enjoyed a great dinner and sleep-over at school last week!  It was great see everyone having fun - I especially loved the night walk!
• to our Middle and Senior Students who have represented our school so well at Hoop Time over the past two Fridays.  Your great sportsmanship is what "Being the Best You Can Be" is all about.
• to our parents who joined us for our Trivia Night.  As I have already said - it was such a great night!!
• to our community who provided the sponsorship and support that made it all happen.