From the Principal

100 DAYS OF SCHOOL

Congratulations to the Foundation students who celebrated 100 days at Oakleigh Primary School recently. Their school day was full of exciting activities (lots of talk about the number 100). It was a joy to see how much they enjoyed the events, especially the disco.

It always makes me happy to see the passion they have for learning and the joy they exude each and every day. It surprises me how much they learn in such a short time and how quickly they ‘grow up’.  One of our greatest advertisements on School Tours are our Foundation students. Prospective parents cannot believe how focused, quiet and enthusiastic they are. They love sharing their work with the visitors, especially their writing. 

It is my hope that they carry this enthusiasm and openness to learning with them for the rest of their life. 

FATHERS’ DAY BREAKFAST – SAVE THE DATE

The modern tradition of celebrating Father’s Day in the West goes back to the early 19th century. It started as an initiative led by a Washington lady named Sonora Louise. She wanted to honour her own father, who raised six children including a newborn after the death of her mother when she was 16. Her personal admiration and recognition of her father drove her to fight for the establishment of a Father’s Day. It was celebrated for the first time on June 19th, 1910.

Once again Oakleigh Primary School will celebrate the role fathers or father figures play in their child’s life with our annual Father’s Day Breakfast on Friday, 1st September. Requests for assistance before and on the day will be sought shortly. Likewise, the menu will be sent to all families today and due back on 23rd of August. Using money raised from this event last year, as well as School Contributions, we have purchased two brand new barbeques which should make cooking and manning the barbeques easier. 

LOST PROPERTY

At this time of year, the amount of lost property collected each day increases significantly – cold mornings and warmer afternoons. Lost Property is separated into named and unnamed items each week by the Year 6 Leadership Team. Unfortunately, sourcing the owners of unnamed items is impossible, whilst named items are returned to the class. The Lost Property can be found in the corridor of the main building near the office, so if your child is missing something please check.

After frequent washing the names on items can wear off. It is important to regularly check that your child’s items are still marked clearly and easy to read. Try to include a surname at least (and first name if possible). First names, initials and nicknames also make it difficult to find an owner, as do washed-off labels.

Michele Nolan

Principal

michele.nolan@education.vic.gov.au