Works over the Christmas Holidays

We are excited to be getting closer to the building works beginning at HEPS. Over the Summer break the initial stages of building will begin for the new administration block, upgraded fire services, student toilets and playground. During this time the community will not be able to access the school site. This includes playing on playgrounds, the oval or netball/basketball courts. We ask that you remind your children of this so they do not have to be asked to leave the site by contractors.

It will be exciting when the children return to school to be able to see what progress has been made, and to be able to utilise the new toilet block. We expect the building of the administration block to continue through most of the 2025 year. This will provide many opportunities for the students to observe different stages of the project and the complexities of how a building is created. I am sure many children will be excited to watch machinery at work during the year.

2025 Class Teachers

In 2025 we will again be running with six specialist teaching areas of PE, Art, STEAM, Sustainability, Performing Arts and Japanese. The respective teachers of these areas are Mr Hodgson, Mrs Mountford/Mrs Hunting, Mrs Dennis, Mrs Whitfield, Miss Austin and with a change from Art to Japanese, Mr Clarke. Mr Clarke will be with us for the first 6 months of the year with Miss Pond resuming in the second half of the year.

Jason Mulder will be our tutor and High Ability Practice leader. Kim Holmes will be taking on the new DET priority role of Mental Health and Wellbeing leader. Kim's primary role will be working with school staff, DET staff and external agencies to build capacity in the whole school approach to mental health and wellbeing.

We will run with 26 year level classes as tabled below. We are finalising class lists and students will find out their 2025 teacher on the meet the teacher session on the second last day of school. Parents will be notified of class teachers in their school reports.

Foundation	Terri McClare/Sarah Hunting ( 1 day per week)
Foundation	Emily Jackson
Foundation	Sarah Ow
Foundation	Ailina Kumar
Level 1	Rhandi Henwood/Jen Ross ( 1 day per week)
Level 1	Meg Yates
Level 1	Armela Gashi
Level 1	Melani Nolan
Level 2	Yasi Shayesteh
Level 2	Elizabeth Seymour
Level 2	Sarah Kennedy
Level 3	Sally Blain
Level 3	Courtney Regan
Level 3	Michelle Wridgway
Level 3	Rosie Lumsden
Level 4	Belinda Appleby
Level 4	Ange Perryman
Level 4	Christine Andrews
Level 4	Carolyn Brickwell
Level 5	Brianna Golsworthy/Kim Holmes (1 day per week)
Level 5	Kate Latu
Level 5	Bridget Fleay-Daly
Level 6	Kathryn Reid
Level 6	Felicity Cameron
Level 6	Genevieve Edgell
Level 6	Sally Rochford Term 1 & 2/ John Exton Term 3 & 4

HEPS Foundation- Level 2 Junior Athletics Day- This Friday

A reminder that our HEPS Foundation - Level 2 Junior Athletics Day will occur tomorrow! Students will showcase their energy and skills across a range of activities designed to promote teamwork, resilience, fitness, and a love for sport. Looking forward to seeing everyone tomorrow.

HEPS Christmas Concert- Monday 9th December 6.00-8.00PM

Just a reminder that this Monday is our HEPS Christmas concert which is one of the highlights of the year. The Parent Association will be selling sausages (with vegetarian option), drinks and icy poles. See you there!

Colour Fun Run- Thank you

Last Wednesday, HEPS hosted a fantastic Colour Fun Run, bringing the whole school community together for an exciting afternoon. A huge thank you to our incredible Parents Association for their hard work in organising such a successful event and the parents who helped on the day. We’re so proud of our students for their enthusiastic participation and impressive fundraising efforts, which will go a long way in supporting our school. A special shout out to our teachers, who not only supported the event but also bravely volunteered to be slimed—adding to the fun and laughter of the day!

Meet Your 2025 Teacher & School Reports

Current Foundation – Year 5 students will be informed of their 2025 classroom teacher on the Meet Your Teacher Day on Thursday 19 December at 10.00 am. Reports will also be sent out on the same day.

Class Parties

All class parties are scheduled for Thursday 19th December. More information regarding this will come out shortly from your student's classroom teacher.

2025 School Leaders Assembly - Monday 16th December

The selection process for the 2025 student leadership team is nearing completion. Level 5 students aspiring to leadership roles have delivered their speeches to both students and staff. Following this, voting took place, with final approvals determined by the Level 5 teachers and the leadership team. The announcement of all leadership positions will take place during the assembly on Monday 16th December starting at 9.00 AM.

Level 6 Camp - Waratah Bay

The Level 6 Camp to Waratah Bay was an exciting surfing and adventure experience designed to build resilience, teamwork, and confidence in students. Set against the stunning backdrop of Waratah Bay and with perfect weather, students participated in a range of activities including surfing lessons, beach games, and outdoor adventures. They learned new skills, connected with peers, and embraced challenges in a supportive and fun environment. Thank you to all the teachers for organising such a wonderful experience for our graduating students.

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