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Lights, Camera and a whole lot of Green  

The cheers could have outdone the Oscars as the parts were announced for our upcoming musical production of Shrek.  Excitement and maybe even a few dramatic gasps filled the room as the cast list went up. A huge thank you to Ian and Laura for their time and effort in auditions. It's going to be a show to remember, and very soon, the school will be buzzing with all things green. Please check the School Production page for further information. 

Learning Showcase 

We’re launching a brand new initiative to give you a peek into what’s happening in our classrooms. Every fortnight, we’ll be showcasing learning from different year levels, specialist areas, and learning teams. This is a great way to see what your child is up to and celebrate their achievements.

So grab a cuppa, have a read, and enjoy all the wonderful things happening at GRPS

Use of Student Toilets

We kindly remind you that our student toilets are designated for children's use only. For the safety and comfort of our students, we request that adults and secondary school students refrain from using these facilities during school hours. If necessary, there are adult toilets available nearby in the main building for your convenience.

Thank you for helping us maintain a safe and supportive environment for all our students.

School Council: Declaration of Elected Members

Following a successful School Council nomination process where the number of nominations matched the vacancies available, no election was required for the establishment of our 2025 School Council. I am pleased to declare the following nominees duly elected and announce the School Council for 2025.

Welcome to our new members:

• Parent members (2-year terms): Christian Miran, Ryan Deith, Samuel O’Bryan
• Parent members (1-year term): Chris Barrell, Simon Barber
• Department of Education members: Karen Rouda, Melissa Roberts, Andy MacCartney, Peta Murray, Antonia Bucella
• Department of Education parent member: Natasha Weekes
• Minute taker: Jackie Kapoor

They will join our standing parent members: Richard Bailey, Mark Breadmore, and Jake Nancarrow (re-elected).

I would like to extend sincere thanks to our outgoing School Council members, Julia Dashwood, Kristian Tkatchenko, and Elizabeth Kar Yuen Ho, for their dedication and contributions to our school community. Your time, effort, and commitment have been greatly appreciated.

Exciting Canteen Upgrades

Our canteen is looking better than ever. 

Thanks to the dedication of our amazing Canteen Manager, Nicole, and the support of our school community, we’ve been able to make some fantastic upgrades.

With canteen profits from 2024, along with the help of parent volunteers and families using our canteen, we have given the space a mini makeover, including fresh paint, new cupboards, and, most recently, a brand-new oven.

 Our previous oven door was no longer closing properly, so this new addition will make a huge difference in preparing meals efficiently.

A big thank you to everyone who has contributed to making these improvements possible. 

Digital Parenting Workshop 

Are you struggling to keep up with your child’s online world?

 In today’s digital age, balancing screen time and online safety can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. 

Join us for an engaging Digital Parenting Workshop: Safety & Screen Time on Wednesday, 26th March at 6:00pm at GRPS. 

This session will give you practical strategies to create a healthy tech balance at home, support your child’s online experiences, and connect with other parents to build a safer digital community. 

Details 

Digital Parenting Workshop: Safety & Screen Time - March 26

Digital Parenting: Safety & Screen Time

When: Wednesday, 26th March at 6:00pm

Where: Sports and Performance Building at GRPS

Tickets: https://www.trybooking.com/CZMWU

Why Attend?

We know life can get busy, but this workshop is a valuable opportunity you won’t want to miss! We encourage you to make attending a priority.

Join us to:

•           Create a safe and healthy balance at home

•           Get involved in your child's online experiences

•           Have open conversations about online risks

•           Provide effective supervision and support

•           Make a pact with other parents in your child’s year level to come together and help protect our children. Let's work as a community to ensure our kids are safe and supported in the digital world

What Will the Session Cover:

Positive Parenting Pillars

MODEL

•           Review what we share and who we share it with

•           Keep our profiles private

•           Use avatars and aliases

PARTICIPATE

•           Watch shows and play games together

•           Know who our children are playing with

•           Use Common Sense Media to check ratings

COMMUNICATE

•           Encouraging help-seeking

•           Praise speaking up

•           Explore reporting using Beacon

SUPERVISE

•           Keeping devices in shared spaces

•           Swap YouTube for YouTube Kids

•           Set Parental Controls

Limited places available, please register today.

Enjoy the long weekend with family and friends

Karen Rouda Principal and Melissa Roberts Assistant Principal