Principal's Column

As we head into the tail end of this term, which is a long one, there is a lot happening and we still have our high expectations. Over the coming weeks it is important that:

• We show kindness in all our interactions.
• Attendance remains a priority! Children are expected at school EVERY DAY until the last day of this term.
• Children are always in their school uniform and have their hats (if you need support please contact the office!).
• Please ensure your child is on time to school.
• Please keep up to date with Compass and Class Dojo posts as this is where regular information will be shared.

2024 PLANNING: STILL HAVE TO ENROL OR NOTIFY US THAT YOU'RE EXITING?

We are well underway in planning for 2024. One of the biggest impacts on our planning is our student enrolments. If you are or someone you know are yet to enrol their child for 2024 please contact the office ASAP! Additionally, if your child/ren will be attending another school next year, please contact the office. Thank you to those who have already notified us.

SUBWAY LUNCH - FRIDAY 15th DECEMBER

We are offering students the chance to order a subway lunch on Friday 15th December. All lunches need to be ordered online (app.canteenhub.com.au) with orders delivered to classrooms in time for lunch. If you need additional support: https://parentsupport.canteenhub.com/portal/en/kb/canteenhub

WHAT TO SAY WHEN KIDS BECOME ANXIOUS!

As we near the end of the school year and the change ahead, a lot of mixed emotions start to come to the forefront in ourselves and young people. Below is an article that may support you in dealing with your child's anxiety over the coming weeks.

2024 DATES FOR YOUR CALENDARS

Please see below dates to pop on your calendars, which were approved by our school council in our last meeting.

• Tues 30th January & Wed 31st January: Assessment Day - Grades Prep to 6
• Thurs 1st February: Students commence - Grades 2 to 6
• Thurs 1st February: Assessment Days - Grades Prep & 1 
• Fri 2nd February: Students commence – Prep & Y1
• Tues 6th February: Family Picnic (4.30pm – 6.30pm)
• Mon 19th February: Curriculum Day (no school for students)
• Mon 15th July: Curriculum Day (no school for students)
• Wed 24th July: Parent/ Teacher Interviews (students finish at 1.30pm)
• Mon 4th November: Common Professional Practice Day (no school for students)
• Wed 27th November: Curriculum Day (no school for student

DONATIONS - THANKS!

Thank-you to All Green Nursery in Hoppers Crossing for their generous donation of $600 in plants for our school gardens.  The Year Six Gardening group will use them to replant our garden beds in the Indigenous Garden and in the Friendship garden.