School News and Information
Road Safety around Martin's Gully
As a vulnerable road user, our students are still learning to assess sound direction, vehicle speed, and distance. Their small size makes them less visible to drivers, and they are prone to distractions, often focusing on one thing at a time, making sudden traffic changes challenging for them.
Martin's Gully are doing a Road Safety blitz in PDH lessons this term.
Stage 3 have been focusing on:
* Always wear a helmet when you ride.
* Wait until the bus has gone then cross the road.
Our stage 3 students have been making their own posters and videos to promote their campaign.
Charlotte and Lillian's Road Safety Video
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KrQ2VvmUAaaMV2vmu_oZpi19RvZ9yM4n/view?usp=sharing
Parents and carers are responsible for their child's safety on the way to and from school. We are reminding students and parents that informal bus stops are an essential part of bus travel, particularly in rural and regional areas. They are often temporary, not sign posted and sometimes at the end of driveways.
Be extra cautious when driving in these areas. Always slow down when you see the flashing lights on the bus and look out for children. Safety is everyone’s responsibility.
Did you know children are most at risk in the minutes after they get off the bus?
Thank you for looking out for our kids and slowing down to 40km/h when the lights on buses are flashing.
Teach your children to be safe riders by always:
- wearing a correctly fitted helmet
- using a well-maintained bike or scooter
- walking your bikes across pedestrian crossings
- riding to and from school together
Our Term 3, Week 6 You Can Do It Champions!
Kindergarten Koalas
Olivia received her You Can Do It award for being honest and trustworthy. What a fabulous role model you are, Liv!
1/2 Magpies
Oliver received his You Can Do It award for always looking out for other students and being a kind friend.
1/2 Possums
Ranger received his You Can Do It award for being a trustworthy member of the Possums.
3/4 Bilbies
Talon received his You Can Do It award for being a confident and resilient class member who utilises positive self-talk.
3/4 Wombats
Ryder received his You Can Do It award for having a more focussed and resilient attitude towards learning. Keep it up!
5/6 Emus
Sonny received his You Can Do It award for being trusted to always do the right thing and quietly persisting on tasks.
5/6 Dingoes
Lia received her You Can Do It award for explaining trust as being like a broken arm – it’s easy to break and takes time to heal.