From the Principal
2024 - Another Fantastic Year at CEPS
As we reach the end of another great CEPS year, I want to extend my deepest gratitude to every one of you for making it such a fantastic year of learning and community connection.
To our dedicated staff, thank you for your ongoing commitment to our students' education and well-being. Your passion, creativity, and hard work have created an inspiring and supportive environment where our students can thrive.
To our wonderful families, your support and involvement have been invaluable. Whether through volunteering, attending events, or simply being there for your child/ren, you have helped continue to build our strong and vibrant school community. We are grateful for your partnership and trust.
And to our amazing students, thank you for your enthusiasm, curiosity, and resilience. You have shown incredible growth and have made us all proud with your achievements. Your energy and spirit are the heart of our school, and we are excited to see what the future holds for each of you.
Together, we have created a year filled with memorable moments, meaningful connections, and significant accomplishments. Thank you once again for a fantastic year. Wishing you all a restful and enjoyable break, and we look forward to seeing you in the new year.
2025 Staffing
Classroom Teachers
Foundation A - Samantha Waugh (PLC Leader)
Foundation B - Amy Gridley and Renee King
Foundation C - Stephanie Stuart
1A - Yvonne Kerr (PLC Leader)
1B - Rosie Scott
3A - Kate Burman (PLC Leader)
3B - Rebecca Crawford
4A - Patrick Hughes (PLC Leader)
4B - Robyn Apostolopoulos
4C - Sarah Lazzaro
5A - Emma Harper (PLC Leader)
5B - Sam Collins
5C - Julian Gordon
6A - Tom Packham (PLC Leader)
6B - Tegan Boucher
Specialist Teachers
Italian - Signora Mondy
Physical Education - Rebecca Robinson
Music - Sue Digby and Tamara Furyk
Science - Nahal Atashkadeh
Art - Suzanne Reid
Literacy Intervention and Extension
Kerry Emmanuoil
Deb Douglas
Education Support Staff - Admin
Business Manager - Sue Chase
Administration - Belinda Ricardo and Tara Shimmin
Education Support Staff - Integration Aides
Divya Rai
Natasha Davy
Deb Butler
Jen Hartley
Paul Birnstihl
Loretta Conheady
Simon Cicak
Sharlene Swayn
Nahgual Bell
Farewell to Departing Families
As we approach the end of this school year, I want to take a moment to express our gratitude to our departing families for your time within our school community. Your support, involvement, and dedication have greatly contributed to the CEPS environment we all strongly value.
We have shared many wonderful moments, from school events and celebrations to everyday interactions. Your children have brought joy, curiosity, and enthusiasm to our classrooms, and it has been exciting to watch them grow and thrive.
I wish you all the best in your future endeavours and hope that the memories and friendships made here at CEPS will remain with you always. Thank you once again for your trust and partnership.
To the following families, thank you, and we will miss you.
Adarsh, Amler, Apostoleris, Apostolopoulos, Butcher, Clifford, Coronado, Djuric, Driker, Duff, Fouche, Friedman, Goutziotis, Hamilton, Harris, Helliwell, Holko, Hu, Hundel, James, Jensen, Johnson, Kataria, Kulling, Liu, Ludecke, Marcus, Mazzotta, Palmer, Petrcic, Platis, Polygenis, Saultry, Savage, Totikidis, Watts, Wheeler, Wyatt.
Thank you to Departing Staff
I want to extend my deepest gratitude to Mrs Arna Jenkins, Mrs Libby McConchie, and Ms Anna Smith for your contributions to the Cheltenham East community. Your care and dedication have positively impacted the lives of every child you have taught. Your commitment to creating a nurturing and inspiring learning environment has not gone unnoticed, and we are all grateful for the positive influence you have had on our students.
As you embark on your next educational adventure, I wish you all the very best. May your future endeavours be filled with continued success, joy, and fulfilment.
Early Dismissal
A reminder that tomorrow Friday 20 December, students will be dismissed at 1.30pm, please arrange prompt pick up. The school office will be closed from 2.00pm.
Classroom Cuisine
We are excited to announce that Classroom Cuisine will be available on an additional day in 2025! Starting next year, the service will operate on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.
