Ivanhoe Primary School
From the Principal
11th November - Remembrance Day
15th December - Year 6 Graduation
Absolute MBA Office National - has requested that
all booklists are ordered by
November 8th at the latest to ensure that
shipping delays do not impact your orders.
After this date a further $15 charge will be applied
to cover administration & delivery costs.
At Ivanhoe Primary School, our students benefit every day from the strong partnership between families, staff, and the wider community - something that truly makes our school a special place to learn and grow.
As we reach the midpoint of Term 4, we want to take a moment to thank the many parents, carers, and teachers who have volunteered their time throughout the year. Whether it’s helping in classrooms, camps, supporting excursions, assisting with special events, or contributing to committees and working groups, your involvement has made a huge difference. These efforts not only enrich our students’ learning experiences but also help create the warm, connected school culture we’re so proud of.
It’s through your generosity and teamwork that Ivanhoe Primary continues to be such a great school for our students and families. The fundraising collections from the walk-a-thon and silent auction are slowly but surely coming in. You can still pay via credit/debit card at the school office (03 9499 1880) or send cash envelopes to us via your child's classroom teacher.
Every dollar raised goes straight back into learning resources and creating engaging spaces for our children to learn, play, and connect.
Previous fundraising has enabled the following projects to be completed:
More of our much-loved outdoor seating settings – These have been a huge hit with students and families alike! (Approx. $10,000)
An ‘oasis-style’ landscaped area near the new cubby and sandpit – a calm retreat where imagination and play thrives. (Approx. $8,000)
Two large outdoor blackboards – installed near the Year 2 classrooms, perfect for doodling, learning, and outdoor creativity. (Approx. $1,500)
Court line marking repairs – Freshening up our 2 and 4-square courts . (Approx. $1,000)
Marking and resurfacing a volleyball court in the school hall – Bringing new life and energy indoors! This project will enhance our multi-use space where students enjoy active play, team sports, and PE sessions all year round. (Approx. $9,000)
General beautification and landscaping – Because every corner of our school deserves to feel special! (priceless)
We can't wait to hear the ideas and voice from our Junior School Councillors regarding how these fund raising efforts will be used. Stay tuned!
With your support, we’re continuing to develop a school environment that recognises every child’s needs — from the ones who thrive on movement and energy to those who seek calm, creativity, and connection. These projects will create a balanced, welcoming space that supports wellbeing, friendship, and learning for all.
A huge thank you to the 200 students that have already returned their fundraising money! That's $24,518, that's AMAZING!
It's not too late to gather your collection and send it to school using the following options.
Ivanhoe Primary School Council Official Account
BSB 063141
Account 00801147
Please be sure to use your child's name and class as a reference.
Of course you can still pay via credit/debit card at the school office (03 9499 1880) or send cash envelopes to us via the classroom teacher.
On Wednesday 11th of November, we will pause to recognise Remembrance Day, a special day when people across Australia and around the world remember those who have served in wars and conflicts, and especially those who have lost their lives while serving their country.
Since then, this day has provided an opportunity for us to reflect on the courage, sacrifice and service of the many men and women who have helped protect our freedoms and contribute to peace.
At 11am on 11th of November, our school community will observe one minute of silence. During this time, we ask all students to pause, be still and think about the people we are remembering. It is also an opportunity to reflect on the importance of peace, kindness, respect and looking after one another.
You may notice people wearing a red poppy in the lead-up to Remembrance Day. The poppy has become an important symbol of remembrance, representing those who served and sacrificed during times of war.
Remembrance Day reminds us that we can all play a part in creating a kinder, more peaceful world through our words and actions.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them.
Lest We Forget.
Justin Urwin from Absolute MBA Office National - our preferred booklist supplier, has requested that all booklists are ordered by November 8th at the latest to ensure that shipping delays do not impact your orders.
After this date a further $15 charge will be applied to cover additional administration and delivery costs.
The items listed have been carefully thought out and planned to ensure that your child has all the items they need to engage with every program.
Pre-defined quantities for each item have been recommended by the teachers, but you can adjust as required.
There is also a category for OPTIONAL ITEMS – these are still required in class but should only be ordered if you require a replacement or are new to the school.
Details on how to place your order are attached below.
**Please order supplies for the year level your child / children will be in for 2027**
2027 orders will be delivered to your child’s classroom. You WILL NOT need to pick your child’s book pack up prior to school starting if you have placed your order prior to 8th November.
If you do not buy these items, your child will still be provided with what they need, however they may not be provided with these items to own, or keep, on an individual basis.
If you would like to buy items to own that are not from this supplier, you can contact the school office on 9499 1880 and a list of supplies will be provided to you.
Certificates for those students who received High Distinctions and Distinctions will be for the Australian Maths Competition will be presented at our school assembly on Monday, November 9th. Students who received a Credit/Merit/Proficiency award will be presented with their certificates within their classrooms. Please come along and celebrate the achievements of our students if you’re able.
Families are invited to visit the year 5 & 6 student Art exhibition from 4th - 6th November from 3.30-4pm in the Collaboration Space.
Our students have been working very hard on pieces for the Women in Art exhibition for months and I know you will be amazed and what they have created. Thank you for your continued support in this wonderful exhibition.
The creation of balanced classes that best meet the needs of all our learners, be they wellbeing, academic, support, social or otherwise, is a complex task and one that our staff invest a great deal into. As part of this process our students have the opportunity to have a voice in their class placement for the following year. This takes the form of naming five others in their year level who they consider to be good learning partners for themselves (rather than simply listing friends).
This year, the process of selecting these other students will be a 'take home' activity to be completed with parents or carers and then returned to school.
The rationale is multifaceted: it allows a degree of parental input into a child's thinking in terms of both differentiating between friends and study partners, as well as helping a child reflect in a calm, secure environment on who are their long-term social supports as opposed to the current 'flavour of the week'. Depending on how you approach this task as family it will also allow you as carers to gather insights on how your child learns and the factors that they consider the most important in achieving successful outcomes at school. Your child's class teacher may also have information to support this process.
Please support your child to make good choices and remember, that they must put down five choices, if they are unable to do this with your support, then teachers will need to help them complete the form based on their knowledge of who children work well with in the classroom.
Please note, we are unable to accept requests relating to specific teaching staff.
Footpath works are due to start in Dudley St on Monday 9th November, which it is estimated, will take approximately a week to complete. Once complete, works will commence in Ailsa Grove. It anticipated this will be around Monday 16th November. The company doing the works will keep the school in the loop and we will let families know of any changes as it will impact traffic around the school.
Relationship Australian are running a free parent webinar – “Facing Change Together”
Help your child to navigate big feelings, uncertainty and life’s changes.
Our Lost Property collection is growing at a faster rate than we can reunite items with their owners! We are asking all families to take a moment to check the Lost Property area for any missing school uniform items belonging to their children.
There is a considerable amount of clothing accumulating, and we would love to see as much as possible returned to its rightful owners before the end of the year.
Any unclaimed items will shortly be collected, washed and made available for resale to families in our school community who may be in need of some additional uniform items.
We appreciate your help in checking for missing clothing and supporting our efforts to reduce waste, recycle good-quality uniforms and look after one another within our IPS community.
Thank you for your continued support.
Mark Kent
Principal
http://www.ivanhoeps.vic.edu.au/
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