Principal's Message 

Fortnight reflections

It has been so wonderful to see settled, calm and cohesive classes already at this early stage of the year. 

Our 5/6 students, Mr Callaghan, Mr Beaton and Miss Petzke have spent the last week on Canberra Camp. A camp such as this is always a great learning experience but also pivotal for bonding and relationship building. Having attended the first Canberra Camp Ceres went on in 2019, I know they will all come home with stories and experiences they will speak about for years to come. A huge thank you to the teachers for their organisation of the camp. These things don't go ahead without hours of work and dedication. 

School Council 2025

Have you ever considered being on the School Council? A school council can directly influence the quality of education that the school provides for its students. Parents on school councils provide important viewpoints and valuable skills that can help shape the direction of the school. Those parents who become active on a school council find their involvement satisfying and may also find that their children feel a greater sense of belonging.

The Ceres School Council consists of 12 members, 8 parents, 3 staff representatives, and 1 community member.

It meets twice a term at 5.30 pm and is an opportunity for parents to have input into school operations.

Our first School Council meeting for the 2025 council will be on Tuesday 18th March 2025. This will follow our AGM on the same meeting date which will commence at 5:30 pm

Six parent and one staff terms end in March this year, therefore we are seeking expressions of interest for the vacant parent positions, and one staff representative.

The 2025 School Council process will be run over the next few weeks (see timeline below).

If you're interested, please collect the various nomination forms from the office. They are available now. You can either nominate another person with their consent or self-nominate.

Nominations will close at 4 pm on Monday, 17th February.

All nomination forms must be received by the Principal.

Please contact the office if you would like more information or pop by to grab a nomination form.

SCHOOL COUNCIL TIMELINE

Monday 10th February 2025  - Vacancies declared & nominations called for.

Monday, 17th February 2025  - Nominations close at 4.00 pm with the Principal.

Tuesday, 25th February 2025  - If nominations exceed positions, ballot papers will be prepared and distributed for community voting.

Tuesday 4th March 2025  - Close of ballot, if nominations exceed positions.

Tuesday 18th March 2025  - Annual General Meeting and first meeting for 2025 School Council

Please don't hesitate to ask if you would like any further clarification.

150th Celebration Updates

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Reminder: 

Our Gr4 student led Assembly is today at 2:30 pm. 

Our assembly is an important part of our school. It is an opportunity to proactively reinforce our school values and expectations through the acknowledgement and celebration of our students and school. 

Jess Goward

Acting Principal