Parent Information
Learning Conversations
Learning Conversations will be held on the following dates and times:
- Wednesday 8th April: 3:30pm–5:10pm
- Thursday 9th April: 3:30pm–8:00pm
- Friday 10th April: 9:00am–5:00pm
These meetings provide an opportunity for parents to meet face‑to‑face with the teacher to discuss their child’s learning. The end‑of‑term Learning Conversation is compulsory for all families.
Parent access to bookings via Parent Orbit app and TASS Parent Lounge will be available from 26th March – 6th April. Students in Stage 4 are also expected to attend their Learning Conversation.
Please note that Friday 10th April is a Pupil Free Day. OSHC will be available for families who require care, and bookings can be made through Fully Booked.
Other key information:
- Entry is via the Front Office
- OSHC spaces cannot be used as walk‑through areas
- Specialist Teachers will also be available (locations included in the booking information)
Car Park Risk and Safety
Speed
Speed has again become a concern, with some cars driving too fast as they pull out from Kiss and Drop/pass the Uniform Shop.
The speed limit is strictly walking pace/10kmh, from entering at the church driveway until passing the Curiosity ELC driveway on Hillary Crescent.
Once you have dropped off or picked up your child, or if you are continuing through to the Curiosity ELC car park, you must remain driving at walking pace/10kmh until you have passed the driveway of Curiosity ELC.
Car Park Direction
There have been a number of vehicles observed driving the wrong way through the carpark. The GSPV church and school car park is one way only at all times.
Please pay attention to our signage and ensure entry into the carpark is via Montague Road only.
Pedestrian Crossing
When unmonitored – cars are to give way to pedestrians – however if you are a pedestrian, please check carefully before stepping into the lanes of traffic.
When monitored – both cars and pedestrians are to follow the directions of the staff member monitoring the crossing and their lollypop sign. The crossing duty monitor is there to keep pedestrians safe and to support the smoothest flow of traffic as possible.
Scholastic Book Club - Orders Due Today
The Scholastic Book Club catalogues were sent home last week, with orders due by today.
Scholastic apps are available to download for both Apple and Android devices to make ordering through the Loop system easier.
There is the option to mark your purchases as GIFTS. When these books arrive, you will be contacted directly, rather than books going home with students.
Please also note that some titles offered, differ from the Christian ethos followed by the school.
Cash orders are not accepted by the school, so please place all orders via LOOP by Thursday 12th March 2025.
Happy Reading Everyone!
Harmony Week
Harmony Week is just around the corner, and it’s a wonderful opportunity for us as a school community to celebrate the rich diversity that makes Good Shepherd such a vibrant place to learn and work. Throughout the week, we’ll be highlighting the message that everyone belongs - recognising, respecting, and valuing the cultural backgrounds, stories, and traditions that each person brings.
Throughout week 8 we will have various activities in class and in lunch clubs, we'll also have the following lunch time activities in The Ark.
- Monday - Foundation - Harmony Day Headbands
- Tuesday - Stage 2 - Decorate a Harmony Day person
- Wednesday - Stage 3 - Speech Bubbles
Thursday - Stage 4 - Harmony Day Booklet
On Friday 20th March, we encourage students and staff to wear their cultural clothing or orange (the official Harmony Day colour) to show support. It will be a gold coin donation toward the following:
- Australian Lutheran World Service
- What they do: https://www.alws.org.au/
Fun fact: At Good Shepherd we have 38 different languages represented in our school!
Sports Day - Get Your Colours Ready!
Sports Day is just three weeks away - Week 10, Thursday April 2nd! We can't wait for a fantastic day of friendly competition, team spirit, and fun.
We encourage all students, families, and spectators to show their House pride by wearing the colour of their House Team:
🔥 Kardla (Red – Fire)
💧 Pari (Blue – Water)
🌳 Wirra (Green – Trees)
☀️ Tirntu (Yellow – Sun)
Sports Day Essentials has partnered with the school to provide us with a fundraiser link where every purchase raises money for the school! Use code GSL26 when you order online through their website. Ordering is available now until Thursday 26th March.
If your child requires Vacation Care (OSHC) in the afternoon, please ensure they are booked into Imagination OSHC via Fully Booked.
Additional information including school finish time, canteen ordering, school bus, and the sports day program will be shared in the Week 9 school newsletter and available in the TASS Parent Lounge and Orbit App calendar.
Mother's Day Stall
Hello School Community!
A couple of things from the Mother's Day Team:
- If you plan to be a volunteer at our stall, please make sure you have completed all your volunteer requirements. If you are unsure about this, please contact the front office.
- We are still collecting homemade gifts, please be in contact with Rachael Richards regarding this - r_haaren@hotmail.com. Drop off for these gifts will by Wed Week 11 Term 1.
We look forward to hosting another great Mother's Day Stall,
Mother's Day Team
Kim Crane
Rachael Richards
Jodi Quast
Michelle Muggleton
Simone Porcaro
Troy Richards
Alana Siedel
Dads and Kids Camping Weekend - REGISTER NOW!
Dads & Kids Camp is back! Join us May 15th to 17th near Williamstown for quality time, fun, and connection with your children and other dads/carers. Enjoy 'back to basics' fun including a Saturday packed with activities. All current GSPV students and their significant male are welcome! Join the fun that over 300 people experienced last year – don't miss out!
The following links provide detailed information about the camp.
Registration: Download the QKR App to your device and go to Good Shepherd Lutheran School. The registration form and payment process is available all in this one place.
Check out some fun from the past!
We Need Your Feedback - Parenting Workshops
Parenting workshops have previously been a valuable part of this community, helping to build connections with other parents and supporting parents to overcome challenges they may be experiencing. As we once again begin to explore the potential of this space, we would greatly value your input in helping to shape these events and ensure they meet the needs of our community.
Below is a link to an anonymous questionnaire, where you can share your feedback regarding potential topics, preferred frequency, and other logistical considerations.
Please find the link here: Parenting Workshop – Fill out form
Thank you for your feedback. We look forward to partnering with you to help meet the needs of our community.
Thanks
Nathan
Counsellor