Principal's Report
Mother’s Day Breakfast
Our staff were kept very busy serving approximately 500 people at our Mother’s Day Breakfast. It was wonderful to see so many members of our school community come together to celebrate this special occasion. We look forward to hosting a similar event for Father’s Day later this year.
I would like to sincerely thank our staff for volunteering their time to support this event. I would also like to acknowledge Mrs Leed for her work in organising the Mother’s Day gifts.
Prospective Prep Parent Information Evening
Tuesday night’s Information Evening provided families of children starting school in 2027 with an overview of Spring Gully Primary School and all that we have to offer. The session highlighted how new families can become part of our school community and be actively involved in their child’s education. It was also a great opportunity for families to meet our current Prep teachers and Mr Parkes.
Student Absences / Late Arrivals
As absences are included in Student Reports, parents are asked to verify any outstanding unexplained absences/late arrivals.
Remembering Stevo
Earlier this week marked the 7th anniversary of the tragic passing of our dear friend and colleague, Mr Mark ‘Stevo’ Stevens.
Stevo was an amazing teacher, who’s passion and enthusiasm for his students was infectious. Stevo had a lasting impression on everyone he met, and not a day goes by that we aren’t reminded of his amazing impact on our school.
Our staff gathered together yesterday afternoon to relive some of our favourite memories of Mark. My heartfelt thoughts, and those of our staff, were with Lauren, Pearl, Frankie, and their extended families, during this time.
For those who aren't aware, our school motto of 'Be Awesome' was inspired by Mark. Mark could always be overheard telling the children to 'Be Awesome', and if any replied that they already were, he would simply rely with, 'just be more awesome then'.
The poem below was discovered in a student workbook after Mark's passing. We believe he had written this to demonstrate the writing process to his class. We were grateful that Mr Mac discovered it and it could be shared with Mark's family.
2027 Prep Dates
The dates and activities below relate to our 2027 Prep intake. Prospective Prep families are encouraged to partake in these activities.
Information Evening for 2027 Confirmed Prep Families
Tuesday, 10th November – 6:30pm to 7:30pm
Orientation Program Dates for 2027 Confirmed Preps
Tuesday, 17th November – 9:00am-10:00am
Tuesday, 24th November – 9:00am-10:00am
Tuesday, 1st December – 9:00am-10:00am
Tuesday, 8th December – 9:00am-11:30am