Important Notices
Support Our School Through Tax-Deductible Donations
As we approach the end of the financial year, we invite families to consider making a tax-deductible donation to our Library Fund or Building Fund. These contributions help us enhance school resources, improve facilities, and create engaging learning environments for all students.
Both funds are endorsed as Deductible Gift Recipients (DGRs), which means any donation of $2 or more is tax-deductible. To qualify, donations must be made voluntarily and without receiving any material benefit in return.
To make a donation, please get in touch with our Business Manager, Nova Whitehead, via email at nova.whitehead@education.vic.gov.au. She will provide the necessary banking details and issue a receipt to provide to your accountant.
Your generosity makes a real difference—thank you for supporting our school community.
Car parking around the school
Now that winter has arrived, we have noticed an increase in the number of parents driving to and from school. In the interest of child safety, please DO NOT drive into the school grounds at any time (including before or after school) as this puts the safety of our students at risk.
SKIPPS Parking stickers are available to collect from the school office. Display the sticker on your windscreen to identify yourself as a school parent. This will mean you are not expected to display a paid parking permit during the school drop off and pick up times at the locations mentioned below.
SKIPPS parking sticker: | Valid for: | Drop off times: | Pick up times: |
Hockey Drive | 15 mins | 8:45 – 9:15am | 3:15 – 3:45pm |
Village Green Drive | 15 mins | 8:45 – 9:15am | 3:15 – 3:45pm |
Lakeside Drive | 15 mins |
| 3:15 – 3:45pm |
Car park off Fitzroy St | 10 mins | 8:00 – 9:30am | 3:00 – 5:00pm |
If you are driving from South Melbourne, you can also park your vehicle along Canterbury Road and access the school via the pedestrian underpass near the traffic lights between Mary Street and Deakin Street.
Gnoccheria & SKiPPS 2025 Fundraiser
Orders close 19th June!
Don't forget to purchase some delicious goods from Gnoccheria via the SKIPPS Fundraiser. For every packet of gnocchi, jar of sauce and pizza base sold SKiPPS will get $2 and for each lasagna SKiPPS will receive $5.
Place your orders at https://compasstix.com/e/j7rxi29pf9
**Important Dates**
- ORDERS CLOSE THURSDAY 19th JUNE 2025 at 12pm.
- PICK UP AT SCHOOL on Friday 27th June, 2025 between 3pm - 4pm
Further information is available on the Parents' Association Update.
Join the SKiPPS Team!
With these two departures, we are currently seeking two outstanding educators to join our team from the beginning of Term 3 (Monday 21 July):
- Science Specialist (0.6 – 3 days/week)
- Performing Arts Specialist (0.6 – 3 days/week)
These roles offer a fantastic opportunity for passionate educators seeking part-time work at what we proudly believe is the best school in Australia.
Both positions are currently advertised on the School Jobs Victoria website. Interested candidates can apply by visiting:👉 School Jobs Victoria – Search and Apply
- Job ID 1479319 – Science Specialist
- Job ID 1479313 – Performing Arts Specialist
Both vacancies close on the 9th June.
We’d love our school community to help spread the word. If you know any wonderful teachers looking for a part-time role in a vibrant, supportive and creative school environment, please encourage them to apply or get in touch.
School & Community Planting Day
Thursday 19th June - volunteer opportunities
We would like to invite families after school to finish the planting between 3.30-5pm and continue the evening at the Winter Solstice event held in the Pavillion after 5pm (dinner and lantern making) to mark the shortest day and longest night of the year.
If you are interested in the tree planting activities, please click here to sign up.
Thank you!
2025 SKiPPS Swimming Program – Key Info
Our 2025 Swimming Program at MSAC is coming up soon! Students will attend 5 sessions across the week:
- Foundation to Year 3: Monday 23 – Friday 27 June
- Years 4–6: Monday 30 June – Friday 4 July
What families need to do:
- Provide consent and payment via Compass
- Return the medical form to your child’s teacher by:
- Foundation to Year 3: Friday 13 June
- Years 4–6: Friday 20 June
Students will need labelled bathers, towel, goggles and an orange swim cap (available from the office for $3 - coins preferred), in a small bag.
Thank you for supporting this valuable part of our PE program!
Electronics, Chess, Robotics classes - Term 3 bookings - now open!
Book a spot for your child at Kids Unlimited now!
