A note from Mr Jackson
Sports District Carnival
Thursday 27 March
Today, 50 students attended the District Sports Carnival. They leapt, ran, threw and hurdled against students from a range of other local schools. It was great to hear of students encouraging each other and giving their best effort. Many have attended early morning training sessions in preparation. The day proved a chance to develop a love of athletics and a healthy lifestyle. A special thanks to all our staff and students who contributed to making the day a celebration of competition and athletics.
Smile Squad Ensure Healthy Oral Hygiene
This week our Smile Squad have returned for a six monthly checkup for students in Years 1 to 6. The Smile Squad delivers free oral health promotion, dental check-ups and treatment to Victorian government school students at school. Good oral health prevents dental problems before they become serious. They will be present at school until Friday.
Raffle Ticket Draw Tomorrow at Assembly
Friday 28 March
Thanks to all who have sold raffle tickets over the last few weeks. A number of parents will be busy preparing the celebratory baskets tonight, ready for the big draw on Friday afternoon. A reminder that the last chance to give the raffle tickets in will be this afternoon.
2026 Prep Information Morning
Saturday 29 March
We look forward to welcoming parents of children about to embark on their 2026 primary school experience. Saturday morning is a chance to meet members of our Prep team and taste a little of the life and learning at Rosanna Primary School. The morning will begin with a conversation in Chandler Hall and be followed up with a tour and special brunch! If families have neighbours or friends who are considering attending Rosanna Primary in 2026 please encourage them to book in and attend the morning.
Campfire Conversation
Wednesday 26
Thanks to Cooper for helping write this recount of what happened yesterday at the Campfire Conversation.
Yesterday, we went to pick up lots of students from other schools in a bus and then we went to Barrbunin Beek. The Koori kids got into a mob and sat down to listen to Uncle Ron tell us a story. He spoke about his totem which was the red-tailed cockatoo, his experiences growing up in NSW and dreamtime stories about the creation of the world. He showed us his two didgeridoos that he had made and explained how he made them. When he played them, he was able to make Australian animal sounds. At the end, we enjoyed dinner!
Works Begin Today on Basketball Court Seating
Thursday 27 March
Workers began replacing the aged timber slat seating located at the base of the retaining wall next to the basketball court. Over the coming days, we look forward to the emergence of tiered seating in the same materials used in the amphitheater outside the Prep Learning Area. Early next term, we look forward to the resurfacing of the basketball court itself.
We are grateful for contributions not only from FORPS and the North East Link Community Fund but also the wonderfully generous contributions of families who have made donations to the project directly through Qkr!
Swimming Lessons for 3/4 Learning Area Term 2
The Department of Education subsidises the instruction of swimming and water safety for students across Victoria. Students in Years 3/4 Learning Area will be invited to participate in the swimming program next Term. Further information will be released to families shortly. In Term 3, students in the 1/2 Learning Area will head to swimming lessons and the Preps will follow in Term 4. These experiences will contribute to meeting the expectations of the curriculum.
Bike/Scoot to School
Thursday 3 April
It has been great to see how many have been walking or peddling to school with our focus on actively travelling to school. Next Thursday morning we are keen to celebrate all those who are travelling on bikes and scooters. We look forward to greeting students at the gates with a fresh piece of fruit and are planning on reminding students of safety in the classroom. Its another wonderful way to highlight our shift to a more active way of moving around our community. Thanks to Banyule Council for helping sponsor the event.
Cross Country (Yrs3-6)
Monday 31 March
Thanks to the many parents who have supported the Cross Country event that will be held on Monday. Their support enables the morning to run safely as they assist students at various points around the Rosanna Parklands. Some students will engage with gusto and some will be happy to give it a go. Everyone is encouraged to participate in this outlining.
Early Finish Next Friday
Friday 4 April
Our dismissal time is 2:30pm next week! Please ensure that you are not late because our supervision in the yard ends at 2:45pm. Assembly will be held at 1:40pm. TheirCare will continue to offer support for parents who require supervision.