Dear Parents/Carers,

VOLUNTEERING

Have you thought about volunteering?

Volunteering is important for several reasons, spanning personal, social, and community benefits.

Volunteering can help you develop new skills or enhance existing ones, such as leadership, communication, and problem-solving.

It can provide valuable experience that can be beneficial for your career, sometimes leading to job offers or professional connections.

Engaging in volunteer work has been shown to improve mental and physical health, reducing stress and increasing happiness.

Volunteering can give you a sense of accomplishment and purpose, making you feel more fulfilled and connected to your community.

Volunteering fosters a sense of community and social cohesion, bringing people together to work towards common goals.

It provides opportunities to meet new people, build friendships, and expand your social network.

Volunteering encourages active citizenship and participation in societal issues, promoting a more engaged and informed populace.

Many non-profit and community organizations rely heavily on volunteers to carry out their missions and services.

Volunteers play a critical role in addressing and alleviating social issues such as poverty, education, and healthcare disparities.

Volunteering can have a significant economic impact by providing valuable services that would otherwise require funding, allowing organizations to allocate resources more effectively.

Volunteering in international contexts can help promote cross-cultural understanding and global cooperation.

Volunteers often contribute to sustainable development goals by working on projects related to the environment, education, and community development.

Overall, volunteering enriches lives, strengthens communities, and fosters a more inclusive and supportive society.

Everyone can volunteer even if it’s for a small amount of time. Please contact the school if you could see yourself helping out.

SCHOOL UNIFORMS

School uniforms play a significant role in promoting inclusion within educational settings. By providing all students with a standardised dress code, uniforms help minimize visible economic and social differences.

This creates a more equitable environment where students feel a sense of belonging and are less likely to experience bullying or discrimination based on their attire.

Uniforms contribute to fostering school pride, unity, and a collective identity among students from diverse backgrounds. If you receive a school uniform notice via compass please see it as the school offering support.

To support families in meeting the cost of uniforms, programs such as the School Saving Bonus and State School Relief offer financial assistance for purchasing school uniforms.

These initiatives help ensure that all students, regardless of their economic situation, have access to appropriate school clothing, reinforcing inclusive practices.

In the colder months it is important to consider warm winter uniform options to keep students comfortable and focused on learning.

For advice on suitable winter uniform items, please contact the school office, which can provide guidance on approved and practical options.

ILLNESS

With the colder months now upon us we are seeing a lot more illnesses across the school, in particular colds and flus.

A reminder that if your child is unwell that you keep them at home until they are fully recovered.

If your child becomes ill at school, you will be contacted to collect them.

Please ensure all contact details for parents and emergency contacts are up to date.

STUDENT REPORTS AND PARENT TEACHER INTERVIEWS

Teachers and students have been working very hard over the past few weeks completing assessment and reporting tasks.

The reports will be available on Compass on Wednesday 24 June 2026. Parent Teacher Interviews will be in the third week of Term 3.

Please ensure that you book your Interview time through compass when bookings open but if you have any issues please contact the school office.

Parent Teacher Interviews will be held Monday 27 to Wednesday 29 July August 2026 from 3.30 - 5pm.

NB: Year 4 interviews will commence earlier for those families who can access that time.

YEAR 6 CAMP MELBOURNE

It was a very early start on Wednesday as the journey to Melbourne via train began. After a long train trip the students and staff settled into their accommodation and began enjoying the hospitality of the CYC staff and the fantastic activities planned.

The staff reported to me that all students participated fully in all of the activities and events.

The many highlights included the Olde Melbourne Gaol, Shrine of Remembrance, MCG, Ice-Skating and the Queen Victoria Market.

This has been a fantastic opportunity for the students to gain independence away from home but in an environment where their friends and school staff are in attendance.

I’d like to thank all of the students for doing so well and representing our school in a mature and positive manner. I’d also like to thank parents and families for supporting our camping program.

Finally, thankyou to staff for organising and attending this camp as well. I know everyone had a great time.

Have a great weekend.

Peter Lee

Principal

Canadian Exchange Students visit WPS