Principal's Message

Term 1 has been a busy and exciting time at our school, with many events and learning opportunities taking place. Highlights included NAPLAN, school swimming, our Start Up program, Lunar New Year celebrations, and plenty of engaging classroom learning.

It was wonderful to attend the Foundation and Year 5/6 showcases this week and see the culmination of students’ hard work. Our Foundation students explored their place in the community, sharing their understanding of how they belong and contribute. Meanwhile, our Year 5/6 students investigated what is needed to create well-planned and sustainable towns, presenting thoughtful and creative dioramas.

5/6 Inter School Sport

This week, our Year 5/6 students headed off to Donvale Reserve to take part in the interschool sport program. Students had the opportunity to compete in a range of sports, including cricket, ultimate frisbee, tennis, and volleyball.

It was fantastic to see everyone demonstrating great teamwork, sportsmanship, and enthusiasm throughout the day. Whether competing or supporting their teammates, all students represented our school with pride and respect.

Well done to everyone who participated!

Easter Hat Parade and Family Breakfast

Today we held our annual Family Breakfast and Easter Hat Parade. It was wonderful to see our community come together to celebrate the end of the term .

The parade was a highlight, with an incredible display of colourful and creative hats on show. From bright bonnets adorned with flowers and ribbons to imaginative designs featuring bunnies, chicks, and Easter eggs, each hat reflected the enthusiasm and creativity of our students and families. It was delightful to see such pride and effort in every creation, and the smiles on everyone’s faces made the event even more special.

A big thank you to all of the “helping hands” from School Council, Amt Moore, Shereen Ong  and all staff,  who contributed their time and effort to support in the preparation of Family Breakfast. A big thanks to OSH CLub who suplied the coffee van for today. 

Pyjama and Cosy Clothes Day

Thank you to our SRC for organising Pyjama and Cosy Clothes Day. It was wonderful to see everyone getting involved, showing their school spirit, and supporting such an important cause.

Thanks to the generosity of our school community, we have collected five boxes of food that will be sent to families who were impacted by the bushfires. Your contributions will make a real difference in helping these families who are still recovering from a difficult time.

Aussie of the Month- Junior

This Aussie of the Month is a kind and diligent person who brings zest and enthusiasm to every aspect of school life. They live out our school values each day, consistently demonstrating integrity and responsibility in the classroom and during breaks. This student enjoys the opportunity to work independently, being intrinsically motivated to do their best work, but also thrives when working in small groups, supporting and encouraging peers to do their best.

This student loves to learn. Their curious and open-minded nature allows them to achieve their learning goals across all areas of the curriculum while accepting feedback and continually striving to improve. This student especially enjoys writing stories, using expressive language to bring characters and ideas to life.

This Aussie of the Month is well liked across the Junior School—actually, across the whole school and is a friend to everyone. This person is welcoming and nurturing and loves to make new friends. Their inclusive nature allows peers to feel safe, comfortable and accepted. Their humble nature means they celebrate the success of others just as much as their own and always approach life with love and positivity.

This Aussie of the Month brings happiness and joy to the classroom each day. She always starts the day with bright optimism, bringing her radiant smile and bubbly personality. She is a deserving recipient because of her humble and caring nature. She is a role model for her peers, never giving up and always willing to support others and lend a helping hand when needed.

It is my pleasure to announce that the Aussie of the Month for the Junior School is Alannah. 

Aussie of the Month- Senior

This Aussie of the Month award goes to a student who truly embodies the values of our school community. She takes great pride in everything she does, consistently demonstrating positivity, kindness and a genuine willingness to help others. Her thoughtful nature and readiness to lend a hand without hesitation make her a wonderful role model for those around her and a shining example of the spirit we value at Mount Pleasant Road Primary School.

In the classroom, this student approaches her learning with enthusiasm and determination. She consistently strives to achieve her personal best and shows a strong commitment to her work. She actively participates in class discussions, confidently sharing her ideas and drawing on her impressive general knowledge to contribute meaningfully to learning conversations. Her attitude towards learning reflects the values of respect, responsibility, passion and optimism that help shape the positive culture of our school.

Beyond the classroom, she demonstrates exceptional leadership and care for others. She has shown extraordinary dedication by engaging with younger cohorts across the school, building strong and supportive relationships with younger students. Through her involvement in the LetsTALK program, she helps foster a sense of belonging, friendship and mentorship, showing maturity and compassion well beyond her years.

This student has also shown her leadership through her willingness to support whole-school events. She has assisted in running the Pleasant Snacks canteen, demonstrating responsibility and reliability, and regularly supports her peers during community sporting events such as Twilight Sports. Her willingness to contribute to school life in so many ways reflects her strong sense of community and teamwork.

She has become a valued and important member of 5/6C and the wider MPRPS community, and her positive influence is felt by both her peers and teachers. 

Congratulations Anouk!

Thank you to Rachel from Nick McGowans office who joined us to present the awards today. 

This week we ran our Second Hand Uniform Shop. Thank you to the families who generously donated items to support this initiative.

A special thank you to Soonook Kim, Leena Nguyen, and Karen Ly for volunteering their time to run the shop. Your support and effort are greatly appreciated by our community.

Have a wonderful Easter break. See on April 20th.

Claudia