Community News
Supporting the learning environment
In an effort to reduce disruptions to learning, we kindly request that parents/carers do not enter the classrooms whilst in session.
All parents/carers/visitors who visit during school hours are required to report to the school office upon entering school grounds. This includes when students arrive late, are picked-up early, dropping off items of clothing/lunches/bags, etc. The staff in the school office will contact the teacher/student on your behalf, if required.
| Daily school schedule | |
|---|---|
| 9.00am – 10.40am | Session One and Two |
| 10.40am – 11.25am | Intervallo – Snack Break |
| 11.25am – 1.05pm | Session Three and Four |
| 1.05pm – 1.50pm | Pranzo - Lunch Break |
| 1.50pm – 3.30pm | Session Five and Six |
Volunteering at SKIPPS
All volunteers are required to have a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC).
Apply for a free Volunteer WWCC at:
Working with Children Check | vic.gov.au (www.vic.gov.au)
Before your first volunteer session at SKIPPS, please ensure you present your WWCC card to the School Office for verification. Volunteers are also required to watch the following Parent Helper Induction session, available on the school website under Community, School documents, and review the Child Safe Code of Conduct Policy.
Extra Curricular Activities
At SKiPPS we are excited to provide lots of opportunities for students beyond the classroom to explore and develop their skills and passions. Some of these are offered by our school staff, some by our parent community and others by external providers. Below we have tried to collate all of the opportunities in one place and encourage your child to get involved in 2024.
Name of extra-curricular club | Details | Date and time | Location | Contact details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School orchestra | Students and parents of all ages and abilities are welcome to join | Wednesday mornings 8:00am | Library | Michael Roper 0433 911 773 (further details below)
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| Urban Adventurers Club | Nature based learning and play program | Monday after school 3:30pm - 4:30pm | Meet in Library |
0425 709 914
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| Robotics Club | After School for students in Years 1-6
Fees apply | Tuesdays 3:30 - 4:30pm |
School |
Sign up at |
| Chess Club | For Years 1-6
Fees apply | Wednesdays 10:40- 11:25am | School | Sign up at |
| Tennis coaching | Before school tennis coaching
Fees apply | Thursdays 8:00 - 8:45am | Albert Park Tennis and Hockey Centre, Hockey drive |
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| Run Club | Free to join, all students, parents/carers are welcome | 8am- 8:30am every Friday morning during term | Oval next to SKIPPS | Fraser Marsden
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| Music Lessons | Fees apply | By appointment | School | See below for Teacher contact details |
City of Port Phillip
The Plan for Port Phillip 2025-29 will guide Council over the next four years. 🎉 Tell us what matters to you and make our City an even better place to live, work, and play! How can you get involved?
📋 Take our quick survey
💡 Share your ideas
🙋🏽 Join our Community Panel To learn more, visit the link below. https://haveyoursay.portphillip.vic.gov.au/planforportphillip
Make Port Phillip an even better place to live, work, and play
Plan for Port Phillip 2025-29
We’re developing a Plan for Port Phillip and need your input to create a plan based on the things that matter to you.
The Plan for Port Phillip will guide how we will serve our community over the next four years. The plan defines the projects and services we will deliver. The Plan for Port Phillip 2025-29 replaces the Council Plan 2021-31.
How can you help?
Share your ideas.
We’re checking in with you about the 10-year Community Vision and making sure it’s still relevant. We’re also asking what you think Council should prioritise.
Visit Have Your Say to join the conversation online, or chat to us at one of eight pop-up conversations in your neighbourhoods by 15 December.
Register your interest in the Community Panel
We're forming a Community Panel to provide additional advice and recommendations about the Plan for Port Phillip 2025-29. The panel of about 40 people will meet approximately three to four times for a total of up to 15 hours in February 2025.
Any member of the Port Phillip community can apply; whether you live, work, visit or study here. Help represent our diverse community.
Find out more and register your interest by 15 December.
Tell your community
The more people who contribute the better our plan will be. Please share this email and social media posts to your networks.
Making it easier to have your say
We're updating our Community Engagement Policy to improve how you can share feedback when Council decisions are being made that impact or interest you. Our current Community Engagement Policy is due to expire in 2025. We are collecting your input until 16 December.
Join the conversation online or have a chat at one of our pop-ups during November.
Melbourne Renegades WBBL team are the Grand Final Champions!
What a moment to celebrate 🏆
Let’s keep the winning energy alive as the Renegades take on the Adelaide Strikers at Marvel Stadium on Thursday, 2nd January 2025.
To thank you for being part of the Renegades Family, we’re excited to offer this exclusive deal for the game:
Special Group Prices (10-49 Tickets):
- Adults: $23 each
- Juniors (Under 18): $8.50 each
Book Before 20th December 2024 & Get Extra Perks!
Secure your group booking by 20th December, and you’ll receive:
- 🏏Kookaburra Voucher for premium cricket gear
- 🎥Movie Discount Voucher to enjoy with your group
- 🛍️Melbourne Renegades Merchandise Discount Voucher to gear up in style
How to Book:
It’s easy! Simply reply to this email with:
- The code: RENEGADES02
- Your group size and breakdown (e.g., 15 Adults, 25 Juniors).