Principal's Report
Helmets
We were very concerned last week to hear that some Gardenvale students had been seen riding, to and from school, on the local streets not wearing a helmet. We are asking all parents, that they remind their child that they must wear a helmet!
School Council Nominations
School Council elections are underway and the closing dates for parent nominations are next Tuesday, 27th February. Forms are available at the Senior Campus office. Please note, if we have more nominations than places, those nominating for Council will be asked to provide a short paragraph, of 100 words approximately, that introduces them to the school community (for use in the newsletter etc.)
District Swimming
This Thursday, 28 of our Year 4 to 6 students will represent the school at the District Swimming Carnival at the GSAC complex. We wish them well and am sure they will swim their best for themselves and the school.
Working Bees
Maintaining and improving our school grounds is an important and ongoing issue. We are so grateful and proud of the support we always receive from our School Community for our Working Bees. The dates for this year’s working bees are as follows: -
| Term 1 | Years 2 and 6 (Both Campuses) | Sunday 17th March |
| Term 2 | Years 1 and 5 (Both Campuses) | Sunday 19th May |
| Term 3 | Prep and Year 4 (Both Campuses) | Sunday 18th August |
| Term 4 | Year 3 (Senior Campus Only) Whole School (Both Campuses) | Sunday 20th October Sunday 17th November |
Parents are most welcome to attend any Working Bee, not just the one designated to their child/children’s year level.
Dogs in School Grounds
Parents are reminded that dogs are not allowed in school grounds whilst dropping off or collecting children. We ask that families please leave their pet dogs at home or safely tether them outside school grounds when attending our school or school events. This is a safety measure to protect both students (and dogs) from the excitement of these times.
Have a lovely week,
Janine Hall