Pastoral Wellbeing

Attendance

As we move into the second half of Term 2, we’d like to thank you for your ongoing efforts in supporting your child’s regular attendance at school. While we noticed a small drop in attendance this past week, we also saw some encouraging signs that many students are returning to routine and building consistency.

One of the most positive trends this week has been a big jump in the number of students attending most of the week (between 90–98%). This shows that even when students are unable to be at school every day, many are doing their best to be here as often as possible.

We know mornings can be a challenge – especially in cold weather – and we’re so grateful for the support you give in helping your child get to school, ready to learn.

Week 6 at a Glance

Whole school attendance for Week 6 was 90.07%.
158 students achieved 100% attendance this week.
84 students attended between 90–98% of the week – the highest number so far this term!
3JS had the strongest attendance this week at 97.62%.
We also saw fantastic improvement from 6SH (+6.47%) and 4CM (+2.00%).

Positive Term 2 Trends

Our number of students attending regularly (90–98%) has grown each week, from 50 in Week 1 to 84 in Week 6.
Some classes, like 2LP, 3JS, and 6SH, have shown strong comebacks after earlier dips.
While a few classes have experienced ups and downs, we’re confident that with continued support, students can get back on track in the final weeks of the term.

How You Can Help

Try to book medical or family appointments outside of school hours where possible.
Let us know if you’re finding mornings tricky – we’re here to help.
Remember that even one or two days away per fortnight adds up over the year.

Thank you for being our partners in learning and wellbeing. Every day at school makes a difference!

Keeping Sick Students Home

A reminder to all families: if your child is unwell, please keep them at home to rest and recover fully before returning to school. This helps keep our school community healthy and ensures students can engage positively when they are here.

If your child is absent, please make sure to notify the school via our usual communication channels.

Thank you for your continued support in building strong, healthy routines for all our students.

Seeking Assistance?

If your family is finding it difficult to get to school regularly, please know that we are here to help. You’re encouraged to speak with your child’s classroom teacher or reach out to our Wellbeing Team – Mrs. Antonowicz, Mrs. McSweeney or Mr. Podosky – for support.

We can assist in a variety of ways, including:

Creating a positive morning routine to reduce stress before school
Helping your child feel safe and connected at school
Offering support for separation anxiety or school-based worries
Adjusting your child’s transition into the classroom
Working with families to make a plan that suits your situation

Please don’t hesitate to reach out – we’re here to work with you and your child every step of the way.

If you know that your child won’t be attending school, please contact the office and let them know that your child will be away!

PBIS

This week, our Positive Behaviour Blitz at school is all about “Out of Bounds.” This week, we’re learning how to be Respectful, Responsible, and Safe by staying in the right areas at school.

We’re teaching students that some areas—like the front office, staff areas, and certain playground zones—are not for student use unless they have permission. This is all about keeping everyone safe, respectful, and responsible.

What Does “Out of Bounds” Mean?

Some places at school are not for students to use unless a teacher says it’s okay. These areas are out of bounds because we want to keep everyone safe and learning.

Why We Stay Out of Out-of-Bounds Areas

We stay out of out-of-bounds areas to help keep everyone safe, respectful, and responsible at school.
Safe: Some areas aren’t made for kids to play or walk through—they might have things that could hurt you or others.
Respectful: Teachers use these spaces to work and meet, so we need to give them privacy and show we trust their space.
Responsible: When we follow the rules about where we can and can’t go, it helps the whole school run smoothly and keeps everyone on track.
Even if you're just passing through, being in an out-of-bounds area without permission can be unsafe and unfair to others. That’s why it’s important to always ask a teacher first!

How You Can Support at Home:

Talk with your child about what “out of bounds” means and why those rules are important.
Praise your child when they follow instructions at home—linking it back to making good choices at school too.
Ask questions like:
“Where are the places you’re not allowed to go at school?”
“What do you do if you’re not sure you’re allowed somewhere?”

Together, we can build a culture of safety, trust, and care. When families and schools work together, we build consistent habits that help children thrive socially, emotionally—and as caretakers of their world.

As part of our school-wide PBIS (Positive Behaviour Interventions and Supports) focus, we’re helping students learn and practise what it means to be respectful, responsible, and safe not only with others, but also with the spaces and environment they use every day. With your support, we can help children build lifelong habits that reflect pride in themselves and their surroundings.