From the Principal

Reminder: tomorrow school will finish at 2:30pm.  Our fabulous OSHC will be available from 2:30pm.  Make sure you book in.

Welcome to Ivanhoe Primary School

Artificial Intelligence futurists are predicting that AI will provide students with an entirely personalized educational experience - one that has the potential to replace teachers. In this video, John Spencer explores the distinction between personalized learning (human-driven) and adaptive learning (AI-driven).  Both approaches have their place, but personalized learning is ultimately a more human-centered approach.

Personalized learning, by contrast, is human-driven, with a focus on authentic, real-world problem-solving and collaboration. We welcome volunteers in our school to help with our programs. That's an example of personalised learning.

In this next video, members of the IPS Leadership Team, Steven O'Callaghan and Chrissy Temple, speak to parents to help them understand their role in supporting children learn to read. Here's our human endeavour! 

While there is room for AI, I know what class I'd rather be in. The Emmy Award goes to Mr O'Callaghan and Ms Temple for committing themselves to making our school the best school. (btw: I can't think of another school where teachers give of themselves like this).

Supporting reading at Ivanhoe Primary School

Remember that every day is a day to ask 'are you OK?' and start a meaningful conversation if you see someone who is struggling. Here is a gallery of pictures from our special day last week.

Works during the holidays - YAY!

In anticipation of all Walkathon Sponsorship pledges being returned we have organised for the new junior playground asphalt markings to go ahead. (weather dependant). 

Don't forget the School Saving Bonus

Important information about the school saving bonus

In Term 4, 2024, families with a child enrolled in a government school from Prep to Year 12 in 2025 will receive the one-off $400 School Saving Bonus.

The $400 School Saving Bonus provides families with support for education-related costs, such as school activities and/or school uniforms and textbooks.

The School Saving Bonus is not available for full-fee international students, home schooled students, TAFE students and students attending kindergarten in 2025.   

Actions for parents and carers

Before 18 October 2024, the Department of Education is asking parents and carers to:

• Complete enrolment: If your child, or children are changing government school for Term 1 2025, or starting Prep or Year 7 in 2025. For more information, read about Enrolling in School. 
• Check your contact information: Ensure your email address and phone number is up to date with us. : Look out for a letter coming home this Friday with your youngest child – send back the attached sheet should your contact information need updating.

You need to ensure your contact information is up to date as the Department of Education will email you twice:

• in October, to verify your email address
• in November, with your $400 School Saving Bonus.

Please check your junk mail regularly to make sure you do not miss an important email.

To learn more about the School Saving Bonus visit vic.gov.au/school-saving-bonus. Translated information will also be available on the School Saving Bonus website in the next few weeks.

Please reach out to our Business Manager, Lisa Cascun should you have any questions.

Vacation Care - Leap Kids - bookings close tomorrow (Friday the 20th of September)

 See the full schedule of this spectacular winter holiday program and book online at

 www.leapkids.com.au

For more information and enquiries please contact us on 1300 366 235 

or email enquiries@leapkids.com.au

Please read our Terms and Conditions prior to booking

Trivia Night - save the date

Finally

Thank you to our wonderful community of families, teachers, and staff for making this term a success. 

With some time off from school to reset and recharge, the holidays are a special time for families to spend time together. 

Some parents worry about filling the long days with their children. However, it can often be a matter of being inspired and getting organised.

Here is a link to a whole lot of ideas for Melbourne School Holiday activities that will ensure that children both both big and small will enjoy. 

https://clueylearning.com.au/en/school-holiday-activities-melbourne/ 

Have a terrific break and see you all safe on October 7th.

Thank you for your continued support. 

Mark Kent

Principal

http://www.ivanhoeps.vic.edu.au/ 

We respectfully acknowledge the Traditional Owners of country throughout Victoria and pay respect to the ongoing living cultures of First Peoples.