From The Principal's Desk

Dear Parents and Carers, 

The school year is off and running and I keep saying to many people that it has been one of the smoothest starts we have had for some time. It was a great start to see so many of our families come to our Open House event on Monday night and meet the staff and also involve themselves in the ‘Scavenger hunt’.  It certainly provided a positive vibe around the school and it was wonderful to see many parents and grandparents looking in our classrooms and seeing what the students are learning.

Next week our Grade 6 students will have their camp down to Melbourne and this is set to commence on Monday.  Camps are always a terrific way for our students to learn about new experiences, make some new friends and become more independent.  It always asks a little more of our staff, but it is a part of school that provides so many positive memories.  I will be going with the Grade 6 team next week and look forward to the event. In my absence Marnie Cooper and Stephanie Lindsay will be in charge of the school.

School Update : 

As of today, we are calling for nominations for parents to join School Council for 2023.  Official notice of this appears below.  We have 5 parent member vacancies for a two year term and 1 Community member vacancy. If you would like to join School Council, just pop in and collect a nomination form which is available at the General Office and must be completed and returned by Friday March 3rd.  If you are unable to make it into the office, please call and we can send a nomination form home. If nominations exceed available positions, a ballot will be conducted from March 6th to 10th. We will let parents know how they can participate in that ballot if one is required.

 We ask you to please consider joining School Council and playing a part in shaping the direction taken by our school.  The role is most satisfying as councillors get to see their ideas put into practice and have a positive impact on students, teachers and parents in our school community.  Parent members are critical in providing School Council with a parent perspective. No experience is required, just an interest in the education of your child/ren and other children attending our School.  The commitment is not huge - just one meeting per month.  Meetings start at 6:45pm and finish between 8:00 and 8.30pm.  If you would like more information, give Scott, Marnie or Steph a call.

House  Athletic Sports: 

Thursday 23rd March is our House Athletic Sports Day for students in Grade 3-6.  This will occur at school and it will be the first time we can use our long jump pit in the event.  We are fortunate to hold such a carnival at our own school and parents are encouraged to enjoy and support the day.

The sports day for our Prep –Grade 2 will be later in the year.

Have a great week – Scott, Marnie and Stephanie