Principal's Report
As we conclude Term 3, I want to take a moment to recognize the hard work and dedication shown by both students and staff. This term has been filled with exciting learning opportunities, achievements, and growth. As we head into a well-deserved break, I encourage everyone to rest, recharge, and return refreshed for the final stretch of the year. Thank you to our school community for your continued support, and I look forward to an even more successful Term 4.
STUDENT PLACEMENT 2025
During Term 4 our class teachers go through the process of placing students for the 2025 school year. Early next term your children will be nominating their 5 friendly learning partners, which they will be placed with a minimum of one. The current year’s teachers compile class lists of students for the following year based on consideration of factors including:
- a spread of mixed ability students in every class (ie students working at the same level academically)
- a range of learning styles
- social and emotional needs
- friendships
- students with behavioural needs (ie. those who require extra support to access the curriculum)
- a good mix of students from previous classes
- gender balance
- other relevant individual needs
As per our school approach parent requests based on Educational needs need to be directed to me in writing by Friday 18th October and will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Parent requests regarding class placements with their child’s friends and requests for specific teachers will not be considered. Please email the school office on blackburn.ps@education.vic.gov.au to inform us of your request.
STUDENTS LEAVING BPS
As much as this would sadden us, we know that many families might have a change in circumstances in 2025. To support our forward planning, we would really appreciate knowledge of any student/s that might be leaving BPS at the end of 2024. This does not include our Year 6 students, who we know will be graduating. Please email the school office on blackburn.ps@education.vic.gov.au to inform us.
EARLY FINISH
Just a reminder that our last day of term is this Friday 20th September. We finish up at 2.30pm, please note there will be no assembly with our Year 6s on camp.
SUNSMART
A reminder that as per our SunSmart policy from the start of Term 4 through to the end of Term One, and particularly given the fantastic weather over the last two days - ALL BPS students and staff are expected to wear hats during recess and lunch and for all outdoor activities, especially Physical Education.
SCHOOL SAVINGS BONUS
In Term 4, 2024, families with a child enrolled in a government school from Prep to Year 12 in 2025 will receive the one-off $400 School Saving Bonus. For more information please see here.
