From the Principal

As we approach the end of the year, it's amazing to reflect on how quickly the time has flown! This year has been filled with growth, achievement, and moments to celebrate. Let’s take a moment to recognise and applaud the personal and academic progress of every student, each achievement, big or small, deserves to be celebrated.

FAREWELL YEAR 6

 Class of 2024

Our Year 6 students are ready to begin their exciting secondary school journey, having been nurtured at POPS with skills, confidence, and a solid foundation for the future. Last night, we celebrated their primary school achievements at the Year 6 Graduation Ceremony, a memorable evening for students and families. The Honourable Mr Sukkar, Member for Deakin, presented the Citizenship Award to Matilda H., alongside other awards including:

• Academic Excellence Award: Carter H-Y
• Mandarin Award: Amelia S
• Visual Arts Award: Jet R
• Performing Arts Award: Sophia C
• PE and Sports Awards: Jeyda A and Joshua S

To learn more about these awards and read the award descriptions, please visit the Year 6 Graduation Awards page.

We were inspired by 2013 POPS graduate Cooper S., who shared his journey from POPS to secondary school. The evening's highlight was the heartfelt speeches from our School Captains, Jeyda A. and Joshua S., and Vice Captains, Imaan N. and Thomas B. To read their speeches go to the School Captain and Vice Captain pages.

After the formalities, the students celebrated with a dinner, a lively disco, and plenty of fun in the photo booth—creating memories to last a lifetime!

FAREWELL ASSEMBLY 

On Friday, December 20, we’ll officially say goodbye to the graduating Year 6 class. The farewell assembly will begin at 12:30 pm in the gym, followed by a guard of honour as the Year 6 students leave POPS.

Foundation to Year 5 students will then return to their classrooms to collect their bags and will be dismissed at 1:30 pm. For families needing care after this time, TheirCare will be available, please book through the TheirCare .

We wish all our Year 6 students the very best as they embark on this exciting new chapter. Congratulations to the Class of 2024!

2025 STRUCTURE

We are thrilled to share the structure and our staff team for 2025. 

Class Structure

FA: Mrs Allegretto 

FM: Mrs McRae 

1B: Ms Brincat 

1D: Mrs DeCarlo/ Miss Keddou

2R: Miss Robison

2/3Q: Mrs Quah

3H: Ms Hahn/ Mrs Williams

3O: Ms Owen

4M: Mr Moore

4P: Mrs Puckering

4/5G: Mr Grecea

5M: Miss Munforte

5/6M: Mr McKibbin

6D: Mrs Debono

6I: Mrs Ingle/ Miss Grigg

Mandarin: Mrs Bian

Performing Arts: Miss Raftopolous

Physical Education: Mrs Carbone

Visual Art: Mrs Moore

Learning Support Teachers: Mrs Bethell and Mrs Pearson

Education Support Staff: Mrs Bowen, Mrs Fernando, Mrs Giansante, Mrs Psihogios, Mrs Rosenthal, Mrs Southgate and Mrs Taylor

Canteen: Mrs Schaper

Office: Mrs Muirhead

Office Manager: Mrs Daniel

Business Manager: Mrs Walsh

Assistant Principal: Mrs Bullen

Principal: Ms Garrity

To our departing families, a heartfelt thank you for your contributions and support of POPS. We wish you all the best and hope you fondly carry the POPS school motto, 'The future starts here,' in your hearts.

Finally, Mrs Bullen and I want to sincerely thank the POPS community, including our students, staff, and parents or caregivers, for their incredible support as we grow into our roles as leaders at POPS. Wishing each of you a joyful Christmas and a safe, happy New Year. We eagerly anticipate an exciting year ahead.

STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS

Nanak S: Congratulations to Nanak for being selected to represent the BHRDCA U12 team in the Keith Mitchell Shield! Despite being unable to play cricket due to a hand injury, Nanak has shown remarkable resilience. During his recovery, he dedicated time to studying the technical and mental aspects of cricket, watching professional matches, and reflecting on strategies to enhance his game. We look forward to seeing him back on the field stronger than ever!

Have a happy and safe festive season,

Ms Garrity

PRINCIPAL

KEY DATES Week 11 2024/ Week 1 2025:

Fri Dec 20: Final Assembly 12:30pm/ Student Dismissal- 1:30 pm

Fri Jan 24  -  Stationery Collection 10- 1pm

Mon Jan 29 - Public Holiday

Tues Jan 28 Curriculum Day / Stationery Collection 1- 3pm

Wed Jan 29 - Foundation to Y6 Students begin