Assistant Principal News
Lateness
The teaching staff has raised some concern that many students are arriving late for school on a fairly regular basis. Unfortunately, this is a situation that can have a negative effect on the education of not only those students who are late, but also the other students in the class.
What impact does being late have on the student?
Students who are late miss a lot of instructions and information about what is happening, not to mention important learning situations. This means that they have to catch up somehow. It’s like being late to see a movie and not being able to understand what’s happening because you don’t know who the characters are and what the plot is.
Students can feel unsettled, disorganised and unhappy for the rest of the day and it can take them some time to complete and understand the work that they have missed.
How does it affect the other students in the class?
Students who are late have an unsettling effect on the rest of the class. Because not all late students arrive at once, the interruptions go on until the last student is settled. Students who are late often have things that need to be done prior to them joining the class and this causes even more disruption. Sometimes other students have to wait to get the teachers attention and important issues can be forgotten.
Why does student lateness cause difficulties for the teacher?
The teacher has a certain amount of material and activities to cover each lesson. Also, organisational issues are usually dealt with at the beginning of the day. Teachers can become increasingly frustrated when late students continually and repeatedly interrupt their planned routines, as they have to stop teaching to deal with the issues involved.
We are all human. Cars can beak down and unexpected situations can occur. We know that family morning routines are not always straightforward. If you are experiencing problems, speak to us, as we may be able to offer suggestions to help.
We are happy to accept that students will be late on the odd occasion because of unforeseen circumstances. However, arriving late on a regular basis is not acceptable
Remember
Being half an hour late to school each day from prep to year 10 adds up to missing the equivalent of one year and one and a half terms of school.
Vibrant Fun at the School Color Run
The colour run is fast approaching, and our amazing Parents Committee has been working hard behind the scenes to make this year's colour run a fun and exciting event for all students.
It's that time of the year again when our school campus transforms into a kaleidoscope of colors, laughter, and excitement. We're thrilled to announce the return of our much-anticipated Annual School Color Run! Get ready to don your white shirts and sneakers because this year's event promises to be more colorful and fun-filled than ever before.
Mark your calendars for Friday the 20th of October as our school's Color Run takes over the campus. This event has become a beloved tradition at CEPS, and it's not just about running—it's about creating lasting memories, promoting fitness, and fostering a strong sense of community among students, families, and staff.
Here's what you can expect from this year's Colour Run:
1. A Rainbow of Colors: As always, the highlight of the event is the burst of color! Participants will be showered with vibrant-colored powder at various points along the route.
2. Fitness and Fun: The Colour Run is a fantastic way for students to engage in physical activity together. It encourages a healthy lifestyle while having an absolute blast.
3. Community Bonding: Our Colour Run brings together students, parents, teachers, and staff, reinforcing the sense of unity and camaraderie that makes our school special.
4. Fundraising for a Cause: While the Colour Run is primarily about fun, it's also an opportunity to fundraise for our new 'inclusive and passive play space'.
We can't wait to see everyone come together in a whirlwind of colors at this year's Color Run. It's an event you won't want to miss! We look forward to celebrating fitness, fun, and community spirit.
Let's make this the most vibrant Color Run yet!
Below is the poster and flyer that provide more information about the event and how to sponsor your child/ren.
Regards,
Leisel Ward
