From The Principal

PRINCIPALS MESSAGE

We are now close to the end of the 2023 school year. It has really flown. I hope the opportunity to join us today was enjoyed as Santa came to visit students. This is always an exciting event for our students.

Graduation Ceremonies

Today we held Graduation events for Year 6 and Year 12 students. These was a lovely events to mark this special stage in student's education. We wish Sam Buster, Maddie and Jono all the best as they move onto their chosen post-school options in 2024. Maddie being one of our original secondary students when our school opened in 2018. Thank-you to everyone for making this a special day for all involved.

Student Leadership

Congratulations to members of the Student Leadership Group and Green Team on their contribution to our school this year. Last week they joined me for a special High Tea celebration. This acknowledges a Primary and Secondary student who exemplifies the qualities of courage, kindness and humility.

Choir Carolling

On Monday we were treated to our school choir carolling for students and staff. Many thanks to Bingyao and Annie for leading this special dedicated group. The carols were enjoyed by all.

School Year Book

The Annual Year Book will be shared with families before the end of term. It is a great momento of this year and the many events and activities that have taken place. Many thanks to the staff team that coordinated this year's Year Book.

Classes and Staffing

On Tuesday we held the annual Step-Up Day where students moved to their new 2024 classes, along with the appointed staff where possible. An Induction Day was held for our new teachers on Friday 8th December. Students have been provided a Social Story about their new classes.

Recently we have made several more new staff appointments;

Speech Therapist - Ellie Radilj
Executive Assistant (part-time) - Fiona Cox
Teacher - Amy Galea
Education Support - Emily and Demi

We will continue to seek more Education Support staff to complete our staffing needs for next year.

This year we have a number of staff who will be leaving us at the end of the year. I want to wish them all the very best and thank them for all they have contributed to our school community during their tenure. Moving to Nganboo Borron - Mollie, Lacey, Michele, Margaret and Maryanne. Taking 12 months leave - Carolyn and Larissa. Amber Ward has also finished her contract as our Chaplain.

Donation Thank-You

Recently Senior Constable Amy Burke from the Geelong Police Station visited with us and spoke to a group of Secondary students about the importance of cyber-safety. In recognition of International Day of Persons with Disabilities she presented us with a donation of $150 raised through the fundraising efforts of police members and staff at a sausage sizzle and bake sale. this support by the Victoria Police is greatly appreciated.

Christmas Raffle

What a fantastic effort! We have raised $2,365 from this year's Christmas Raffle. Congratulations to the lucky winners and thanks once again for all the generous donations we received and the support of our school community of this major fundraiser.

Thanks is Enough

School staff are grateful for the expressions of appreciation from parents/carers for their efforts during this year.

Wishing all students and their families a very Merry Christmas, and Happy and Safe New Year. We will see you all for the start of the 2024 school year on Wednesday 31st January.

Regards,

Suzanne Armstrong

Principal