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):

  • School Council members
  • Sub-committee members
  • Trivia Night team
  • Hamper wrappers
  • Book Fair team
  • Working Bee Bees
  • Classroom helpers
  • Camp and Excursion volunteers
  • Fundraisers
  • Art Show helpers
  • Swimming support team
  • Parent ambassadors 
  • Green Fun Club team
  • Lawn mowers 
  • Sport coaches
  • Disco chaperones 
  • Sausage sizzlers
  • Athletics Day support
  • Cross Country Marshalls
  • Chauffeurs 

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