From the Assistant Principal

ACCOMPLISHMENT and GROWTH

The meaning of A in PERMA represents Accomplishment which aligns with our school value of Growth.

As I wrote in the last newsletter, Term 2 is known as the Reporting term. While teachers are continuously assessing students over the term to plan for differentiated learning, Term 2 is also an opportunity to look at the growth that has occurred over the last six months from December. An indication of how your child is progressing will be clearly seen on the graph in the report indicating their progress. It is however equally important to look at growth in the context of the Effort your child has demonstrated in their learning, specifically in the areas of English, Mathematics and Specialist areas.

In readiness for Semester 1 reports being released, I will open up the 2025 Conference Bookings on Compass next Monday for parents to make a time to meet with their child’s class teacher in the last week of term. We strongly encourage all parents to attend a Parent-Teacher Interview for their child in Foundation - Yr 2, and a Three-Way Conference for students in Yrs 3-6. Not only do teachers spend time assessing, evaluating and writing reports, but students also take time to reflect on their learning achievements and goals as they prepare to take a leading role during the Conference.

It is our belief that through active involvement, students take greater ownership and responsibility for their learning. Further to this, Three-Way Conferences acknowledge that learning is the shared responsibility of students, parents and teachers.

To this end, please familiarise yourselves with the table below outlining the role description for all participants involved in the Conference process.

Yr 3-6 Three-Way Conference roles

ROLES	Before the conference	During the conference	After the conference
The Teacher will:	Clearly explain 3-Way Conference process and expectations – what does it look like/sound like, with class. Guide Reflection on strengths /goals/areas of future improvement. Negotiate the agreed samples to be shared. Provide opportunities for students to rehearse their role prior to the Conference date.	Welcome parents and students. Ask probing and prompting questions where necessary, to enable students to demonstrate their learning and progress. Celebrate student’s success and highlight student achievement. Adhere to the 15 minutes time frame.	Allow time for student reflection in class. Remind students of their focus area for growth for the December report, throughout second semester.
The Student will:	Collate and with assistance, choose samples of learning to be shared. Prepare a script to rehearse in readiness for leading part of the Conference. ‘I am proud of this work because….’ I need to work on….’ I am looking forward to…’	Arrive 5 minutes before the conference time and wait quietly in the corridor with their parents. Introduce the teacher and parents Share their work samples, speaking clearly and confidently with teacher support where necessary. Ask parents if they have any questions or comments. Thank their teacher and parents for their attention.	Reflect on the Conference experience. Identify an area for growth / improvement to work on over the next six months. Consistently focus on area for improvement throughout second semester.
The Parent will:	Read the information provided by the school regarding Three-Way Conferences. Book a conference time via Compass. Read your child’s report before attending the Conference. Arrive 5 minutes before the conference time and wait outside in the corridor with their child. This is to ensure that students are calm and ready prior to beginning the conference.	Actively listen and participate in the conference. Ask questions and reflect on their child’s achievements. Adhere to the allocated time frame.	Celebrate their child’s learning achievements.

A reminder to open Compass in a Browser to be able to access the Conference feature, as well as open your child’s report.

Bronwyn Orr

Assistant Principal

bronwyn.orr@education.vic.gov.au