Things to know
We the community members of Launching Place Primary School acknowledge the traditional owners, the Kulin nations, of the land on which we learn and play.
We pay respects to the Aboriginal Elders, past and present, who are our teachers.
We thank them for taking care of children and country for countless generations.
Communication matters.
There are many forms of communication used between school and home to ensure that parents are kept informed about what is happening both in the classroom and at a whole school level.
This year, our main form of communication will be through the COMPASS platform. Messages and reminders will be sent out via COMPASS. Teachers will also use COMPASS as a primary way to communicate to parents. Please contact the office if you require further information about COMPASS.
Our newsletter will be sent out fortnightly. Please ensure that the office has an updated email address. The link to the electronic version of the newsletter is sent to parents and it is also available on the website.
Compass
Compass is our main platform for communication between school and home.
Parent and teacher communication plays a significant role in a child's learning experience. The Compass app enables parents to engage closely with school to see how their child is performing and feeling, book their next teacher conference, pay fees easily, and get ready for the next excursion. The Compass app gives busy parents access to everything they need to know.
If you need assistance with your compass login in please contact the office for help.
Breakfast Club
Seeking parent volunteers for this year to assist with our breakfast club during term one.
Our breakfast club operates two mornings a week, from 8.10am to 8.40am. All students are encouraged to attend, usually with 4-10 students participating. It serves as a wonderful opportunity to start the day off right.
Camps /Sports/ Excursion fund.
CSEF is provided by the Victorian Government to assist eligible families to cover the costs of school trips, camps and sporting activities.
If you hold a valid means-tested concession card or are a temporary foster parent, you may be eligible for CSEF. A special consideration category also exists for asylum seeker and refugee families. The allowance is paid to the school to use towards expenses relating to camps, excursions or sporting activities for the benefit of your child.
The annual CSEF amount per student is:
- $150 for primary school students
- $250 for secondary school students
Community Pantry
Launching Place Primary School has established a Community Pantry to serve our community. The pantry is conveniently located in a room off the foyer and is available for your support.
You have the option to either donate goods or take any items that you may require. A variety of products, including long life milk, cereals, soups, rice dishes, and fruit, are available for your convenience. Please remember to bring your own bags.
We encourage you to spread the word within the community and let them know that our support is available to them.
Call us on 59647783 or email: launching.place.ps@education.vic.gov.au
Please reach out and let the Wellbeing Team know if you know someone going through a rough time. For any enquiries please email the Wellbeing Team at-
Laura.caddy@education.vic.gov.au
Candice.nyman@education.vic.gov.au
Audrey.watt@education.vic.gov.au
Sonia.dunn@education.vic.gov.au
paul.traynor@education.vic.gov.au
First Aid Time To Update
Updating Medical Records
The Department of Education requires School Asthma Action Plans and Anaphylaxis Plans to be updated annually. Existing and newly diagnosed Asthmatics must have an Asthma Action plan (available from the School Office). Please complete this form and return to school as soon as possible. A doctor`s signature is required. Anaphylaxis Plans are obtained through the doctor also.
If your child no longer requires an asthma plan can you please notify Audrey.
MEDICAL AUTHORISATIONS
If your child requires medication during school hours you must complete a Medication Authorisation Form. These can be obtained from the front office. The medication must be brought to the office before school.
ALL MEDICINE MUST BE SUPPLIED IN THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER
If your child requires Panadol etc. during school hours please complete a Medical Authorisation Form and supply your own Panadol to the front office. Students are not permitted to carry any medication in their schoolbags or self-administer any medication.
If your child requires Antibiotics and are to be given three times a day you can give to your child in the morning before school, after school and before bed.
Thank you for your support with helping us to manage student medical needs.
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