Principal's Perspective

Principal’s Perspective

One of the things I’ve particularly appreciated while acting as Principal is the opportunity to see how all the different parts of our school come together.  From the day-to-day learning in classrooms to the work that goes on behind the scenes to maintain and improve our facilities, it’s a reminder that a school is a complex, connected community, with everyone playing an important role.

Science Talent Search

A wonderful example of learning in action is the success of our students in this year’s Science Talent Search. We had an incredible 33 entries across a range of categories, including scientific wall charts, creative writing, games, working models, computer games and experimental research projects.

Congratulations to our award recipients:

• Major Bursaries: Thea B, Anaisha G, Jocelyn L, Jason S.
• Minor Bursaries: Robyn T, Finn D and Harvey G.
• Distinctions: Henry W, Christopher Y, Narayan N, Andrew H, Esther B, Allan C and James X, George B, Amaya G, Rupert B, Nicholas W and Kaden W.
• Merits: Thea B, Narayan N, Ivy L, Seyyassa G, Anelia C and Alannah C, George W, Hunter W, Zihay W and Oliver B.
• Acknowledgments: Seonwoo P, Oscar M, Ryan S, Lachlan H, Seyyassa G, Zayn K, Lucas L and Jacob L.

We also thank Patricia Stanton, Jo Kretsis and Emma Taubman for representing our school as judges. Well done to all involved!

Facilities

Over the past few weeks, we’ve made some improvements to our facilities, including installing a screen at the entrance to the girls’ bathroom to provide privacy, and upgrading the air-conditioning in our Year 3 and Prep C classrooms.

A big thank you also goes to the families who volunteered their time at our recent working bee. We really appreciate your efforts in helping maintain and improve our school grounds. Students were thrilled to see that their much loved sandpit had been topped up! 

Thank you to Alison and Michael Petruccelli, Georgina Perry, Eloise Bishop, Hee-Ji Jung, James McDonnell, Wai Keung Chung, Therese Thornton, Lisa Oaten and Antony Kuzmicich for your contribution.

Division Athletics

Congratulations to all of our students who participated in Division Athletics! It’s wonderful to see our students challenging themselves, representing Auburn South and giving things a go.

Prep 2027 Transition

We’ve also welcomed our 2027 Prep students to their first transition sessions. It has been lovely to see so many of our current students stopping to say hello, offering a friendly smile and helping our newest learners feel welcome. These small moments speak volumes about the caring and inclusive culture we continue to build together.

29 October - Tabloid Sports

Looking ahead, on Thursday 29 October, we will come together for a special day in honour of our student, Jack Davey. 

Students will participate in multi-age tabloid sports activities in their house colours, with opportunities to work together, encourage one another and celebrate the importance of belonging.

Before lunch, we will gather as a whole school for a time of reflection, focusing on the values of teamwork, inclusion, kindness and care. 

We are grateful to Mike and Jayde Davey for working with us to plan this day and for giving us the opportunity to honour Jack in this way.

As always, I’m reminded that what makes Auburn South special is not just what happens in our classrooms, but the way we look out for one another, work together and contribute to our community. 

Thank you to our staff, students and families for the many ways you help make our school such a wonderful place to learn and grow.

Rhian ap Rees 

Acting Principal