Dear Families,

As we move into the middle of the term, we would like to comment on one of the things we’ve particularly loved seeing each morning... the calm and purposeful way our students are arriving at school.

We want to extend a huge thank you to all our families for the effort you are putting into arriving on time. It has been an excellent start to the year in this regard, and we really encourage everyone to keep it up. Those few minutes before the morning bell are so much more than just waiting around. They allow students to catch up with friends, arrive into the classroom on time, and hear the plan for the day ahead. When a student starts the day feeling settled and prepared, it has an immense benefit on their learning and overall wellbeing. Thank you for helping us set our students up for success every single morning!

Warm regards,

Joelle Diakrousis, Deputy Principal / Learning Diversity Leader

Anthony Speranza, Deputy Principal / Learning & Teaching Leader

Slip, Slop, Slap, Seek, Slide

A helpful reminder for all of us is the Cancer Council’s “Slip, Slop, Slap, Seek, and Slide” slogan. This easy-to-remember message encourages children to Slip on a shirt, Slop on sunscreen, Slap on a hat, Seek shade, and Slide on sunglasses whenever they’re outside. Practicing these sun safety steps helps build lifelong habits that protect skin health.

Further advice is also attached below:

Please ensure your child has their school hat in their bag every day, as our "No Hat, No Play" policy remains in effect. Please encourage your child to apply sunscreen before coming to school and to reapply during the day.

NAPLAN Assessment

Students in Year 3 and Year 5 will be completing the NAPLAN assessments between Wednesday March 11th and Friday 20th March. The 4 assessments will be scheduled throughout this testing window, and the school can arrange for students to complete missed assessments if absent on particular days.

For further information about NAPLAN, please see the guide below or the website: https://www.nap.edu.au/naplan/for-parents-carers

Child Safety Awareness for February - Child Safety Standard 1

Please see the Child Safety page for further information

School Photos 18th March 2026

School Photo Day is scheduled for Wednesday 18th March. Orders are to be completed via the MSP Online login page prior to the day.

Random Acts of Kindness

We are delighted to celebrate the following students for their exceptional kindness and compassion. Whether through a small gesture or an intentional act of support, you have made our school a more inclusive and welcoming place. Thank you for living our values and serving as such inspiring role models for your peers. Keep up the wonderful work!"

James P. (1JM) For helping a friend who needed support before school

Michelle S. (3NM) For keeping our school so clean and tidy and protecting our environment

Seasons for Growth 2026

A notice has been shared on NFORMA inviting families to express their interest in their child participating in the Seasons for Growth program this year.

At times in life, children experience change or loss that can feel confusing, overwhelming, or difficult to manage on their own. To support students during these times, we will once again be offering the Seasons for Growth program at school this year.

What is Seasons for Growth?

Seasons for Growth is a small-group program designed to support children who have experienced significant change or loss, such as the death of a loved one, family separation, friendship changes, moving house, or other important life transitions.

The program:

Helps children understand that change and loss are a normal part of life
Provides a safe space to share experiences (if they choose)
Builds emotional literacy and coping skills
Encourages resilience and connectedness

Sessions will be facilitated by Mrs Diakrousis and will run in small groups during school hours. The program will commence in Week 6.

Students who participated last year are welcome to continue the program and will build on their previous learning. New students will begin the program from the first session, which introduces the core concepts and foundations of the program.

Please contact Joelle Diakrousis for further details

Italian News!

Italian Day - Wed 4th March 2026

Italian Day is happening next Wednesday, 4th March!