Principal's Message

Congratulations to Em Glen

On 19 May 2025 Deputy Premier and Minister for Education Ben Carroll announced 4 Victorian Teachers, including our own Em Glen, as the inaugural Victorian Mathematics Ambassadors. The Mathematics Ambassadors were selected for their demonstrated experience in helping students develop a positive attitude, motivation to learn, and academic achievement in mathematics. Em will remain as a classroom teacher at MPRPS and on occasions present at maths conferences. Em and her 3 collegues will work with the Department of Education to:

• support parent and community engagement in mathematics
• provide inspiration to study mathematics
• highlight mathematics careers and pathways.

Next Week is National Reconciliation Week 

National Reconciliation Week  is a time for all Australians to reflect on our shared history and work toward a more just, equitable, and united future. This year’s theme, "Now More Than Ever," is a reminder that the fight for justice and the rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples continues—and that we all have a role to play.

Reconciliation is more than a word, it's about actions. It means listening deeply, acknowledging truth, confronting past injustices, and committing to change. Whether through learning more about Indigenous cultures, supporting First Nations voices, or engaging in respectful dialogue, each of us can contribute to building stronger relationships grounded in truth and respect.🖤💛❤️

Library Open

Teachers and students have started visiting our new library this week, and the excitement is growing!

As part of our borrowing process, students will need to bring a library bag when they borrow books. This helps ensure that borrowed books are:

• Protected from damage while being transported between school and home
• Kept separate from classroom library books to avoid confusion

Library bags don’t need to be anything fancy.  A reusable shopping bag or any sturdy bag that can comfortably hold a few books will do. The important thing is that it helps keep the books safe and makes it easier for students to take care of their borrowed items.

The Student Representative Council will be asking students next week which books and authors they would like to see in the library. We’re looking to purchase new titles, and it will be great to have student input on this.

We’re also excited to announce a special new addition to our library program — Story Time for 3- and 4-year-olds!

This is a wonderful opportunity to introduce our youngest learners to the joy of books and stories in a fun, welcoming environment. Each session will include a selection of engaging picture books, songs, and simple activities designed to build early literacy skills and familiarise them with our school.

Chesterfield Farm

On Wednesday, our foundation students had the opportunity to visit Chesterfield Farm for a day filled with learning and fun. The children were excited to meet and interact with various farm animals, including sheep, chickens, and pigs, gaining firsthand experience of farm life and how food gets to their plate. It was a beautiful day, and I was lucky enough to get to Chesterfield Farm and enjoy and tractor ride, cow milking deomontration in the Show Barn and a walk to see some animals  with the students. 

Attitudes to School Survey

Our Year 4-6 students have begun participating the Attitudes to School Survey (AtoSS). This anonymous survey provides our students with a valuable opportunity to provide their voice and feedback on how we are travelling as a school, in their eyes. The survey is voluntary, so if there are any questions that they would prefer not to respond to, they all have the right to pass and move on to the next question. 

The data we gain from this survey is extremely important to us as a school. Once all students have participated and we receive our results from the Department, we will explore the outcomes with staff, followed by reporting back to the students and our wider school community. 

Early Departures

If you require your child to leave school during the day for any reason, please ensure that you have entered a note in Compass giving the time the student will be leaving and returning (if applicable) and a reason for the absence. Please also ensure that your child is aware that you will be picking them up, letting them know exactly what time and where you intend to meet them.

Entering a note in Compass is not only a department requirement, but it also enables the classroom teacher to remind the student that they are leaving class early. The student must sign out of school via the kiosk near the General Office, taking their departure slip with them to show to any staff questioning them on their way out of school.

If you have NOT put this information into Compass prior to the school day, it can create lengthy delays in collecting your student. Also, please note it is not possible to collect children at recess and lunch if the permission has not been organised on Compass in advance, as it may be more difficult to locate individual students during these times.

Leadership Groups in 5/6

I am thrilled to see our student leadership groups coming to my office each week with their action plans and ideas for school imprvement. These groups provide students with valuable opportunities to develop confidence, communication skills, and a sense of responsibility, all while contributing positively to our school community.

Each group has a unique focus, allowing students to explore their interests and take the lead in different areas of school life. So any amazing projects are underway: an Art competition, sports equipment borrowing, fundraising events, a footy day, a basketball shoot out just to name a few. Well done to our student leaders. 

Public Reporting Meeting of the School Council 

The Public Reporting Meeting of the School Council will take place on 19th June at 6:30 pm in the school hall. This meeting is open to all members of the community, including parents, and staff. It serves as an opportunity for the school council to provide: 

• the endorsed Annual Report to the meeting
• report the proceedings of the council since the date of the previous public meeting

OSH Club Upcoming Pupil Free Day

We will be running on Friday 06 June 2025.

The session will run all day from 7.00am to 6.00pm at the cost of $70.00 (before any applicable Child Care Subsidy). Many families are eligible for Child Care Subsidy, which reduces the out of pocket cost of outside school hours care. To establish what level of CCS you may be entitled to please contact the Centrelink Family Assistance Office on 13 61 50.

Enjoy the weekend!