Assistant Principals' Report

Monday 1st September - Hats are Back!

Just a reminder that as of Monday 1st September, all students are expected to wear a hat during both outside breaks, and during outdoor learning, including Physical Education. The school has two hats avaialbe for purchase through the Academy Uniforms website. Both hats are $16 and come in a variety of sizes. As per the Department Sun Protection policy, all Primary School age children must wear a hat outdoors during school times. Students not wearing a hat will be redirected to shaded areas to play. Students have access to sunscreen in classrooms and will be encouraged to apply sunscreen on days where the UV index is level 3 or higher. 

F-2 Swimming - Expression of Interest 2025

This year, we are considering using Jump! Swim School in Whittlesea for our F-2 Swimming Program in November/December. Please complete the following form indicating your interest in your child's participation in this program. This information will help us determine the number of days and sessions required. Information regarding the program will be published closer to the end of Term 3.

Click the button below to complete the Google Form.

Cartoon Workshop with Brett Cardwell

On Tuesday, our Year 3-6 and F-2 Student Voice Team captains had the exciting opportunity to take part in a cartooning workshop with local artist Brett Cardwell as part of Book Week.

Brett shared his passion for drawing and showed students how simple shapes can be transformed into expressive and creative characters. 

Students thoroughly enjoyed trying out new techniques, learning step-by-step drawing skills, and bringing their unique ideas to life on paper. It was a fun and engaging experience that inspired many budding cartoonists in our classrooms!

FATHER'S DAY BREAKFAST

On Thursday, 4th September, we will host our annual Father's/Special Persons Day stall. Students will have an opportunity to visit their stall with their class throughout the day to choose a gift. We have a range of gifts for Dad as well as a selection of gifts for a special person, should your child wish to select one of these instead. This event is now on Compass. If you would like to purchase more than one gift, don't hesitate to get in touch with the office before completing the event on Compass. If your child is absent on Thursday, there will be an opportunity to choose a gift on Friday.

On the morning of Friday, 5th September, we invite all of our Dads/Special persons to a Cheese Toastie Breakfast.

BRICK PAVER FUNDRAISER

Just a reminder, our Brick Paver Fundraiser is still open. For $50, your family can become part of our school's history. If you, a family member or a local business would like to order a paver, you can do so using the QR code below or by following this LINK. We hope you will support our school to fill the external gym wall with pavers; it is going to look amazing.

VSSS 2025: TICKETS ON SALE NOW

We are pleased to announce that tickets for the 2025 Victorian State Schools Spectacular are now available for purchase via Ticketek www.ticketek.com.au/spectacular. All the information regarding ticket sales can be found on this FAQ sheet. Whittlesea Primary School students will be performing in Quadrant 2, sections 18, 19, 17, 45, 46, 66, 67, 68. Please remember to look for seats in these sections if you would like to get a close-up of your child's performance. The evening performance is almost SOLD OUT, with few tickets remaining for the matinee at 1:00pm. Get in quick!