From the Principal Team
Reminder: 2027 Grade Combinations - Parent / Carer Feedback
A reminder that optional parent/carer feedback regarding 2027 grade combinations is due by next Wednesday 28 October at 9:00am.
If you would like to provide feedback, please complete the Google Form here. Please keep the following in mind:
Feedback is optional and must be submitted via the Google Form only.
Responses should focus on your child’s individual needs. Requests relating to a particular teacher’s performance or personality will not be considered.
Responses are limited to 750 characters per child.
Late submissions cannot be considered, and additional emails regarding class placements are not required.
While parent/carer input is valued and considered, staff make the final decisions, taking into account the academic, social and emotional needs of all students, as well as the dynamics within each grade.
Thank you for your ongoing support and trust as we work together to support positive transitions for all students in 2027.
Grade 6 Public Speaking Competition
Yesterday, a group of our Grade 6 students proudly represented Bell PS at the Northcote High School Public Speaking Competition. We are incredibly proud of the effort, confidence and thoughtfulness they demonstrated.
Speaking on the topic “Words Can Change the World”, our students presented a range of diverse and meaningful perspectives, exploring ideas such as the importance of Braille, the loss of languages and the power that words can have.
It was wonderful to hear our students shared their ideas with such confidence and engaged the audience with their thoughtful messages.
We are so proud of all the students who took part. A special congratulations to Ellie, who received an Honourable Mention, and June, who achieved 1st place! What a fantastic achievement!
🥭 Final Opportunity to Order Mangoes – Today!
Today is your final opportunity to order delicious mangoes through our school fundraiser! If you haven’t placed your order yet, there’s still time to get involved and enjoy some juicy mangoes while supporting our school.
A big thank you to Nicky for organising this fundraiser. All funds raised will continue to go towards the planned upgrades to our basketball court area, helping us create an even better space for our students to play and enjoy.
Orders close today, so don’t miss out! Head to our school fundraising page for the ordering link.
🌿 Bell Blitz Working Bee – Sunday 15 November
Join us for our next Bell Blitz Working Bee on Sunday 15 November from 9:00am to 12:00pm!
We’ll be working together on a range of projects to help keep our school grounds looking their best, including planting, mulching and general garden maintenance.
Any amount of time you can spare is greatly appreciated! Whether you can join us for the full three hours or just pop in for a little while, every helping hand makes a difference and helps us continue to create welcoming, beautiful outdoor spaces for our students.
If you are able to lend a hand, please head to our School Insights page to sign up.
Acting Learning Specialist Appointment
Congratulations to Gab Goss, who has been appointed Acting Learning Specialist – Teaching and Learning for 2027 while Lisa McLeish takes family leave.
We congratulate Gab on her appointment and look forward to the knowledge, skills and experience she will bring to the role.
We also wish Lisa all the very best as she finishes up at Bell to prepare for the newest addition to her family. We look forward to sharing in this exciting time with Lisa and wish her and her family every happiness as they welcome their new arrival.
Emma Heywood
Principal