We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to you for attending our Meet the Teacher and information sessions this year. Your participation is vital in fostering a strong partnership between home and school. We hope you found the sessions informative and engaging.

Parent feedback Survey – We want to hear from you!

Your thoughts and ideas help us make the school better for your child and your family. This survey asks about topics such as how the school communicates with you, how we support children during important times, and the activities your child participates in.

We also want your feedback on our Meet the Teacher sessions and how we can make these as informative and valuable to you as possible.

Your answers will be kept private and will help us improve the school. By sharing your opinions, you help us understand what is going well and what we can do better.

Thank you for taking the time to help us improve our school!

Click here for the survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf5GpkE5fkOyQ7L7Og_2BCPoexs7vhbwpL-4Mr1I_sgJ0JKGA/viewform?usp=header

Healthy Harold

During the next two weeks, all our students K-6 will participate in the Life Ed. Healthy Harold program. The Healthy Harold program is an engaging initiative designed to promote health and wellbeing among our students.

Healthy Harold is an educational program delivered by the Life Education organisation, which aims to equip children with the knowledge and skills they need to make healthy choices. Through interactive lessons and activities, students learn about important topics such as nutrition, physical activity, emotional well-being, and the impact of drug and alcohol use.

The program features a friendly giraffe named Harold, who guides students through various learning experiences that are age-appropriate and aligned with the curriculum. By participating in the Healthy Harold program, our students develop a better understanding of how to lead a healthy lifestyle and make informed decisions.

We encourage you to talk to your children about what they learn during the program and to reinforce these important messages at home. Together, we can support our students in making positive choices for their health and wellbeing.

SRE and SEE

Last week our SRE and SEE programs began for the year.

Special Religious Education (SRE) is a program that provides students with the opportunity to explore the beliefs, values, and practices of various religions. SRE aims to foster understanding, respect, and appreciation for different faiths. Classes are conducted by authorised representatives of religious groups and focus on teaching students about moral values, community, and spirituality. Participation in SRE is voluntary, and parents have the option to choose whether their child will attend these classes.

Special Education in Ethics (SEE) is an alternative program for students who do not wish to participate in SRE. SEE offers a curriculum that focuses on ethical decision-making, critical thinking, and social responsibility. The program encourages students to engage with philosophical questions and to develop their understanding of right and wrong, fostering respect for diverse perspectives.

Both SRE and SEE are designed to complement the overall educational experience of our students, helping them to grow as informed and responsible individuals. We encourage you to discuss these programs with your child and consider their participation based on your family's values and beliefs.

If you have any questions or would like more information about SRE or SEE, please feel free to reach out.

Does your child ride a bicycle or scooter to school?

Students over 10 years old are allowed to ride their bikes or scooters to school. We ask that students hand in a completed Bicycle or Scooter Rider Safety Agreement so that the school knows that they are riding with their parent's permission. Being a bike or scooter rider comes with responsibilities. Riders under 16 years of age are allowed to ride on the footpath but they are also expected to take care of pedestrians, particularly around the school boundaries. 

If your child rides their bike or scooter to school, we ask that you have a conversation with them so they understand their responsibilities:

Riders MUST wear a helmet
Riders cross streets at pedestrian crossing/lights
Riders are expected to SLOW DOWN when they are sharing the path with pedestrians.
Riders need to ride at a speed that allows them to look at driveways as they approach and brake safely if a car is reversing.
If the footpath near the school is crowded, riders are to walk their bike/scooter along the path and into the school.
In the afternoon we expect our riders to walk their bikes/scooters until they are clear of pedestrians also leaving the school.

If the school receives messages that a student is riding unsafely, or not wearing a helmet, we will contact the rider's parents.

Also, see the flyer below in regard to motorised wheeled devices such as electric scooters, skateboards and hoverboards - they are illegal in NSW.

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End of February Report