Deputy Principal's Report
Dear Families,
A huge thank you to our amazing students and incredibly dedicated staff for the outstanding school production of The Journey of the Noble Gnarble and Finding Nemo Jr. last night. It was truly brilliant to see months of hard work come to life on stage.
Special thanks to Mrs. Ann Earle for her leadership, vision, and expert guidance in preparing, directing, choreographing, and producing this fabulous production. A heartfelt thank you also to Mrs. Jen Brown for her artistic talents, creative vision, and her wonderful team of parents who helped bring our underwater theme to life.
Additionally, thank you to all the parents who assisted with costuming, props, and set preparation. A special shout-out to the fantastic staff at St. Pat's—our students’ tremendous performance is a true credit to all of you.
A sincere thanks as well to Miss India Mitchell-Fletcher, Mr. James Daidone, Mrs. Liz Lamb, Miss Millie Harris, and Ms. Sarah Blaney for their behind-the-scenes efforts leading up to the night of the production.
Finally, a heartfelt thank you to our amazing families and the wider community. Your support and enthusiasm have been invaluable throughout this journey, and it was truly special to see everyone come together at Robert Blackwood Hall last night. The sense of unity and shared pride in our students' achievements was palpable, creating a wonderful atmosphere that made the evening even more memorable. Your continued encouragement and involvement are what help make events like this possible, and we are incredibly grateful for your unwavering support.
Random Acts of Kindness
I would like to extend heartfelt congratulations to the following students for their exemplary display of kindness towards others. It's truly inspiring to witness students across different year levels supporting one another and making an effort to spread kindness. Your actions make our school community a better place for everyone.
Week 3
Danny (Staff) For saving two little birds and made sure they were back in a nest. Thanks Danny!
Samuel S. (2IL) For helping his classmate after she tripped on bottom step and check if she was ok.
Matilda H. (PET) For helping a friend when they dropped their pencil pot on the floor.
Harvey P. (PET) For helping a friend who dropped their pencil pot.
Terence A. (2IL) For giving up the opportunity to play on the senior playground so that a friend who didn’t have anyone to play with wasn’t alone.
Andrew K. (3FH), Archie S. (3FH), Grace F. (6BR), Ariana H. (6EL) and Amelia O. (4MH) For being tremendous helpers to Mrs Diakrousis throughout the week.
Arriving at School on Time
We kindly request that all students arrive at or before 8:45 am each school day. Our school gates will close at 8:50am. Punctuality not only helps students settle into their day smoothly but also maximises their engagement in the learning process. Being present and ready at the beginning of the school day allows students to make the most of instructional time and fosters a positive classroom environment.
In the event that your child arrives after 8:50am, we kindly ask that you sign them in at the school office. This helps us maintain accurate attendance records and ensures that any missed instructions or announcements are communicated to the students promptly.
We understand that unforeseen circumstances may arise, and we appreciate your cooperation in instilling the importance of timeliness with your child. Consistent and prompt attendance supports their academic progress, social development, and overall success in school.
Should you have any concerns or if there are specific challenges your family is facing regarding attendance, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We are here to support you and work collaboratively to ensure the best possible learning experience for your child.
St Patrick's Prayer
For those parents who attend our school assemblies or school mass, I am including a copy of the St Patrick's School Prayer.
Dear God,
We at St Patrick’s Primary in Mentone believe that Christ is in the heart of all.
As with our role model, St Patrick, we pray that Christ will be with us, within us, behind us, beside us and before us.
Through our actions of love and kindness may everyone in our community come to know that Christ is the heartbeat of our school.
May everyone in our school feel welcomed, loved, accepted, safe and inspired to learn for the greater good of our world.
St Patrick, pray for us
St Mary MacKillop, pray for us
I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend. Take some well-deserved downtime if the opportunity arises, and enjoy a bit of relaxation!
Kindest regards,
Joelle Diakrousis
Deputy Principal
Learning Diversity Leader