From the Principal

SCHOOL COUNCIL

At Tuesday’s School Council meeting, we discussed the opening of the Library Wellbeing Space and Sensory Garden, as well as feedback from the Canberra camp, which was positive overall. We also reviewed camp costs for parents and the school.

Additionally, we addressed the need for new members to join the executive PA team, as several long-serving members will be stepping down. Parent volunteers are essential for community events and fundraising efforts like the library refurbishment. For more information, visit the PA page or contact Mrs Jordan or me with any questions.

To read the School Council President's report please go to the School Council page.

LIBRARY/WELLBEING & SENSORY GARDEN OPENING

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 13, 4:00 - 5:00 pm

Join us to celebrate these wonderful new spaces!

Nicole Werner, our local Member for Warrandyte, along with Jaime Noye from the Warrandyte Community Bank and representatives from the Warrandyte Diary, will be attending the official opening. Members of the PA and School Council will also be there to acknowledge the fantastic fundraising efforts of our school community for the Library Wellbeing Space and Sensory Garden.

THANK YOU

I’d like to thank Mrs Kourtessis, Mrs Gibson, Mr Churchward, Ren, Roy, and Angus for planting shrubs in the Sensory Garden ahead of tomorrow’s opening. Special thanks to Manningham Council for donating 50 shrubs and to Mr Smith for his ongoing maintenance support in caring for the garden. We are incredibly fortunate to have such engaged and active members in our school community.

THEIRCARE

Bookings for Term 4 Open

For information about TheirCare and how to book into the program for Term 4, please visit the TheirCare page in this newsletter.

SAVE the DATE

Down the Rabbit Hole

The Whole School Production will take place on Thursday, November 14, at the George Wood Performing Arts Centre, Yarra Valley Grammar School. Miss Sarah has completed auditions for Years 5/6, and roles have been announced. All year levels have started rehearsing their performances, and we’re excited for what promises to be a fantastic showcase of our talented POPS students.

If you’re able to assist with costumes, props, or in any other way, please contact Miss Sarah, Mrs Taylor, Mr McKibbin, or Mrs Moore via Compass.

REMINDERS

POPS "Peck Up for the Planet" 2024. Please collect and bring in your eligible cans, bottles, and containers by Thursday, September 19.

School Saver Bonus. To receive the School Saver Bonus go to the From the Office page to read about the key actions for parents and carers.

Have a great weekend, 

Ms Garrity

PRINCIPAL

Key Dates Week 10:

Mon Sep 16: No Assembly

Tues Sep 17: F-2 Camp Day

Wed Sep 18: Yr 1/2 Excursion 

Wed Sep 18- Fri Sep 20- Yr 3 Camp

Fri Sep 20

Walk to School Day (8:30am from the 3D's) 

Footy Day Parade (9am) 

Assembly 2pm 

Dismissal  2:30pm