Lysterfield PS Newsletter

Parent Engagement Groups

Our Parent Engagement Groups (PEGs) aim to provide our Parents/Carers and extended adult community the opportunity to build connections through targeted programs. The programs aim to improve personal health and well-being while building stronger and more effective bonds with their children.

PEGs will achieve this in 3 ways:

  • Social Sustainability
    • Improve the Social, Health and Wellbeing of Parents/Carers and Community members.
  • Impactful Engagement
    • Meaningful connection between Student Learning and school experience, with Parents/Carers and the Community.
  • Connected Community
    • Support growth in knowledge, understanding and purposeful action for Parents/Carers and Community members to meet the diverse needs of children.

Below are the current opportunities running to support you. If you would like further information please contact Daniel Thomas at the school:

 

SOCIAL PROGRAMS UNDERWAY!

 

LysterStrides

Run and Walk Club. Collect walk-and-run maps from the office and/or connect to our STRAVA group LysterSTRIDES to join a supportive team. Engaging in activities is flexible and can be completed when it suits you! 

 

 

LysterFIT

Our targeted Fitness Classes are held in our school gym at lunchtime on Monday and Thursday. Led by a qualified trainer and Lysterfield Parent Lauren Brennan. These sessions are open to all and provide the opportunity to grow health, fitness and personal confidence. You can connect with LysterFIT Sessions by contacting Lauren at New Heights Fitness on 0407 829 146.

 

 

Lysterfield Book Club

A survey has been released for interested people to join our Book Club info session on Wednesday September 18th. The session will be conducted by Michelle Findlay, our school tutor and experienced Book Club participant. The meeting will provide attendees with the strucutre of the club, processes of operation and answer any more questions you may have.

 

The parent survey from Term 2 indicated there are groups of people willing to be involved in an after hours or work hours club, both option on being explored.

If you are interested please  fill in the survey even if you cannot attend and we will get minutes to you.

 

FORM: https://forms.gle/PZuMsVZCxTZBAada9 

 

 

 

IMPACTFUL EVENTS CONNECTING FAMILIES

 

MESSED UP SCIENCE EXPLODES:

To complete our Science Day, families had the chance to sign up for our Messed Up Science Night.

The Night was hosted by the team from Fizz Kids who provided a wonderful experience for all in attendance. There were 3 Sessions held across the night where students and their parents/carers or significant adult were involved in some fun and messy science.

Smiles, laughter and strong adult-child bonds were the features of the night.

Thank you to everyone who attended!

 

 

 

SIP AND PAINT (Term 4)

We will be holding two SIP and PAINT (adults only) nights at Lysterfield PS for our whole school community.  The event will be held in our school Art Room and hosted by Frida's Sip and Paint.  Each event will run from 6.30pm – 9pm (please arrive by 6.15pm).  You can choose one of the following nights to attend:

  • Thursday 24th October                                   
  • Friday 1st November

This event connects Parents/Carers with the current Visual Art curriculum and leads into our LysterART show in term 4. 

 

The cost to attend is $75 per person (one night only) and includes professional artist in attendance on the night, and all resources needed to complete your amazing piece of art! Bookings & payment via Qkr!

 

Numbers are limited, so whether you want to attend solo or with a group of friends, book now to avoid disappointment!

 

Food and Drink:  BYO food and drink on the night, so gather friends and make it a night! Note:  Alcohol is permitted (please consume responsibly). 

Book now using the Qkr! app   

 

 

 

CONNECTING THE COMMUNITY

 

We have several opportunities for parents/carers and our community to engage with learning targeted to support families with the health and well-being needs of their children.

These will be safe and supportive environments where adults can engage with programs, strategies and support groups to empower them to strengthen positive family well-being. Stay tuned for opportunities at the end of term 3 and throughout term 4.

 

If you wish to gain further insight about the PEGs program please contact me at the school.

 

Daniel Thomas

Parent Engagement Groups (PEGs) Co-ordinator