Important Notices
Upcoming Industrial Action – Advance Notice
Following the full-day staff strike at the end of Term 1, the Australian Education Union has advised that its campaign of industrial action will continue this term.
This action is being taken by our teachers and Education Support staff as part of a broader effort to secure fair wages, improved working conditions, and fair funding for government schools across Victoria.
The action that will have the greatest impact on families is an upcoming half-day stop work scheduled for Thursday 21st May. We are providing this information as early as possible to support families in making arrangements.
At this stage, AEU members are expected to stop work from the start of the school day until 12:30pm. Based on the level of participation in last term’s action, we anticipate that almost all of our staff will be involved in this action. As a result, it is likely that we will be unable to run normal classes until the afternoon.
Further details will be shared as they become available. We understand that this may create challenges for families and appreciate your support and understanding as our staff advocate for the conditions and funding needed to best support our students.
*SPLENDOUR ON THE PIER*
Hey families! A few SKiPPS parents are throwing an Autumn family friendly day party on St Kilda pier and as SKiPPS folks; you're on the VIP list!
This is an exclusive event for SKiPPS families and friends only.
Think: all the fun of a festival, but home in time for dinner and Mathletics.
📅 *Date*: Sunday 3rd May
🕐 *Time*: 1pm - 5pm
📍 *Where*: St Kilda Pier Kiosk (upper deck)
🎧 *Who*: SKiPPS Dads: DJ Silent G b2b Jibba***
Dancing, facepainting, bubbles, smoke machines, vibes ***Bring hats, water bottles, festival outfits, and your dancing legs. We'll handle the beats!
The kiosk beneath the dance floor can keep your energy levels peaked with sandwiches and gelato plus any coffee withdrawals at bay.Spread the word. Bring the vibes.
Dress up like an old school raver with festival flavour to show your kids how it’s properly done!
Come have some Sunday fun and rave on the pier with your peers.
***dress ups are actively encouraged but not compulsory - unless you have festival gear gathering dust in your wardrobe…then it’s compulsory!
Please note - this is an entirely family-run event and not organised by the school. There will be no school staff present and all children must be supervised by an adult at all times.
If you’d like to know more, please contact James on 0411 036 044 (via Whatsapp or Text) or steevenson.work@gmail.com
Sick Bay - donations of pants/shorts
Thank you to those parents who have donated clothing to the school this week. We are still in need of more pants/shorts and new (unused) underwear for students. Please drop off items directly to the Sick Bay.
Thank you for your support.
Mother's Day Breakfast - Friday 8th May at 8am
We are excited to share that we will be holding our annual Mother’s (and special person's) Day Breakfast from 8am in the school grounds on Friday 8th May.
Come to school early to celebrate this special day!
SOLD OUT -Mother's and Special Others Lunch
A huge thank you for the incredible support, we can’t wait for what is always a wonderful celebration of women in our community!
If you missed out but would still love to join us, please email sophieball23@gmail.com and we’ll do our best to see if something can be worked out.
Please try and bring cash for raffle tickets. All of the funds we raise go back to the Camps and Excursions Fund at school so no child misses out.
We will be kicking on at the Espy from 4pm for anyone who wants to come down.
Chess and Robotics classes start next week!
We have had to postpone these classes due to low enrolment numbers. If you are interested, please contact Kids Unlimited on the details below - you can do a free trial if you are still thinking about it.
Bookings are now open at Kids Unlimited
- Robotics commences on Tuesday 5 May
- Chess commences on Wednesday 6 May
Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund
The Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund (CSEF) provides a $400 payment in 2026 for eligible students to attend the following activities at SKiPPS:
- school camps
- swimming activities
Families holidng a valid means-tested concession card or temporary foster parents are eligible to apply. A special consideration category also exists.
For further information go to : Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund | vic.gov.au
Application forms are available from the School Office or you can downloaded the form below. Please return all completed CSEF Application Forms to the School Office along with a copy of your valid means tested concession card and other documentation (if applicable) as soon as possible.
Note: Applications close for 2026 on 26 June 2026.
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