Deputy Principal's Report
Dear Families,
I hope you have all enjoyed a successful and fulfilling fourth week of school. It’s been wonderful to see the energy and enthusiasm that students and families alike have brought to this school year.
Thank you as always for your continued support
Year Six Graduation Photos
MSP Photography will be onsite on Tuesday 12th November at 9:00am. Please wear full summer uniform, correct black leather shoes and the Year 6 Jumper.
Random Acts of Kindness
I would like to extend heartfelt congratulations to the following students for their exemplary display of kindness towards others. It's truly inspiring to witness students across different year levels supporting one another and making an effort to spread kindness. Your actions make our school community a better place for everyone.
Week 4
Avery C.(3SC), Charli C. (3SC) and Olivia M. (3IM) For being an amazing help to Mrs Diakrousis in the morning before school.
Taj H. (2BL) For helping Mr Berlingeri out on the yard- what a great helper!
Alejandro V., Jeronimo H., Henry T., Louis C. and Joshua V. all from PSM For showing great pride in our school using their playtime to help keep our grounds clean by picking up rubbish. Your actions set a fantastic example for everyone!
Rhys L. and Jack H. (4IS) For doing extra jobs to help out in our Socktober events
Georgia B. and Jack K. (3IM) For showing great sportsmanship and hard work helping with Socktober events
Ava B. (4MH) For picking up cones to help tidy up
Harriet T. (PET) For helping a friend when they were hurt
Lani H. (PET) For helping a friend when they couldn’t open their water bottle
Harry QW. (PET) For helping a friend with their work
Huff P. (2AH) For always looking out for his classmates and making sure they are feeling included
Ethan H. (2AH) For helping to tidy up in the classroom without being asked
Arriving at School on Time
We kindly request that all students arrive at or before 8:45 am each school day. Our school gates will close at 8:50am. Punctuality not only helps students settle into their day smoothly but also maximises their engagement in the learning process. Being present and ready at the beginning of the school day allows students to make the most of instructional time and fosters a positive classroom environment.
In the event that your child arrives after 8:50am, we kindly ask that you sign them in at the school office. This helps us maintain accurate attendance records and ensures that any missed instructions or announcements are communicated to the students promptly.
We understand that unforeseen circumstances may arise, and we appreciate your cooperation in instilling the importance of timeliness with your child. Consistent and prompt attendance supports their academic progress, social development, and overall success in school.
Should you have any concerns or if there are specific challenges your family is facing regarding attendance, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We are here to support you and work collaboratively to ensure the best possible learning experience for your child.
St Patrick's Prayer
For those parents who attend our school assemblies or school mass, I am including a copy of the St Patrick's School Prayer.
Dear God,
We at St Patrick’s Primary in Mentone believe that Christ is in the heart of all.
As with our role model, St Patrick, we pray that Christ will be with us, within us, behind us, beside us and before us.
Through our actions of love and kindness may everyone in our community come to know that Christ is the heartbeat of our school.
May everyone in our school feel welcomed, loved, accepted, safe and inspired to learn for the greater good of our world.
St Patrick, pray for us
St Mary MacKillop, pray for us
Kindest regards,
Joelle Diakrousis
Deputy Principal
Learning Diversity Leader