Mr. Barclay's Bulletin
A message from the school Principal.
Mr. Barclay's Bulletin
A message from the school Principal.
Mr Barclay is currently on leave which means that this fortnight’s bulletin is hot from the desk of Mr McKinnis.
Ms Fisher
Today marks the final day for Ms Racheal Fisher (3/4) at our school before she takes family leave. Ms Fisher is a dynamic and hardworking teacher who has supported all of the Middle Fisher students with great dedication throughout 2023. She has worked alongside the Numeracy School Improvement Team and her Middle teams to continue our efforts in embedding high quality teaching and learning. On behalf of the students and families in Middle Fisher, we extend our sincere gratitude for all that she has done to support the learning and wellbeing of her students. Furthermore, we wish her and Jarrod all the best with their new bundle of joy!
2024 Staffing
Today we can announce the staffing profile for 2024. As a team, we are filled with excitement and optimism about some of the changes and opportunities for next year. As always, Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) will work together to plan, implement, and monitor teaching and learning programs throughout the year that meet the diverse needs of all students. Our classroom Education Support team support teachers in making adjustments for students to support their learning and wellbeing.
Prep PLC
Prep (Foundation) FAS – Mrs Alisha Sadowy
Junior PLC
1/2 JRS – Mr Rob Steinman
1/2 JMM – Ms Mia Moran
1/2 JCP – Ms Cindy Podhorsky
Middle PLC
3/4 MLM – Mrs Lisa Maher
3/4 MPO – Mr Patrick O’Meara
Senior PLC
4/5 SLM – Mr Luis McClelland
5/6 SSW – Mrs Shannon Washington
5/6 SRW – Mrs Rowena Weller
Specialist PLC
Indonesian – Mrs Nat Jones
Physical Education – Mrs Jac McKenzie
Music and Performing Arts – Ms Kerrie Reyntjes-Bedson
Visual Arts – TBA (announcement coming soon!)
Office/Administration Team
Business Manager – Mrs Alison Guiricin
Office Administrator – Mrs Amanda Grinter
Education Support Team
Mrs Fiona Boreham
Mrs Melinda Anderson
Mrs Deb Duncan
Ms Paige Fopiani
Ms Marsha Janetzki
Occupational Therapist – Amy Frueh
Principal Class Team
Principal – Corrie Barclay
Assistant Principal – Jarrod McKinnis
Please note that there are a few announcements still to be made so please keep an eye on the Compass Newsfeed.
Volunteers and Parent Helpers Morning Tea - Tuesday, Decemeber 12th
In acknowledgement of the great (and vital) help we have received from volunteers this year, we would like to invite all community members who have contributed their time to a morning tea. Please know that we are enormously grateful to everyone who has supported or school.
This includes (but is not limited to):
We would love to see as many of you as possible at this event for sausage rolls and handshakes. The morning tea will be held on Tuesday, December 12th at 11:00am in the Multi-Purpose Room.
There are lots of ways to contribute to the Newtown Primary School community. If you are interested in join the school council or a sub-committee in 2024, please contact the office: newtown.ps@education.vic.gov.au
Reminders
Wurr-warrin Garden Opening - 3:00pm Friday, December 8th
Final Assembly and Christmas Raffle – 2:50pm Friday, December 15th
Last day for students: Tuesday, December 19th