Cranbourne South Primary School

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On Friday 9th September, CSPS hosted a special guest, Harold from Life Ed, at the first assembly on site since early 2020.  Considering the large gap in time since we last gathered as a whole school, I was overwhelmed with pride. The manner in which the students understood the expectations of moving in and out of a space with 330 other people, and their attention to politeness and consideration was impressive.  

But there was one particular moment that bought myself and others (including Harold) close to tears.  Young Kobe in Foundation was presenting his Life Ed commitment pledge and he had a quick moment where nerves were evident.  Every single person in the room patiently waited for him to compose himself, speak confidently and finish his small presentation. The rousing applause at the end was genuine and heart felt.  I looked over the faces in the crowd and took heed that 'they just got it'.  They, the students and staff. embodied the 5Ps by:

  • understanding the purpose
  • positively glowing in praise
  • acknowledging persistence
  • be proud of a students' effort
  • sharing his passion 

Congratulations Kobe for representing in front of the whole school body and highlighting why CSPS is such a terrific school.

Monique Corcoran

PRINCIPAL

It is with sadness that we share in the passing of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II.

Queen Elizabeth served with strength and wisdom for 70 years, gaining the affection and respect of those throughout the Commonwealth and beyond.  

As the world mourns her passing, it is customary to fly official flags at half-mast until the day after the funeral. 

At present, with the Capital Works building, CSPS flag posts/flags are being relocated.  We do though have flags within our Administration building which will be respectfully representative of such a sad occasion.

School Council has endorsed that Thursday 15th September is the last day of Term 3 for students.

Therefore please be advised that students will be dismissed at 2:30pm.TheirCare will be open from 2:30pm.

Note:  Friday 16th September is a Pupil Free Day (Curriculum Day)

... has now begun!

As per our Sun Smart Policy, the No Hat No Play rule has now begun.

All students will be required to wear a hat whilst outside eg. onsite attendance yard play. If a child is not wearing a hat they will be required to be in an undercover area. 

Hats are available for purchase via QKR.  The next order will be placed on Friday, 21 October 2022.

Non-school hats will be accepted for a short while in allowance for the purchase of the school required hat.

Father X wished to provide feedback about the impact of the Fathers Day arvo on him and his son.

Father X admitted he was stressed about leaving work early to attend the Fathers Day arvo and was dragging his feet.  When he arrived, child X sprinted towards his Dad and yelled in surprise "You came! Thanks so much Dad".  That evening, child X rang his grandparents to tell them all about the event and how excited he was that Dad came.  Father X knew there and then that this moment may have been small to him but was huge to his son.   Father X cannot wait for next years event.

 

 

 

 

 

 

School Council met on Wednesday 7th September September onsite.  Some notables discussions points include: 

  • Student leadership - House Captain presentation
  • Greener Government Schools Building (GGSB) program presentation
  • Policy ratification of seven policies including Communication with School Staff and Parent Disputes - Link
  • NAPLAN release - reports forwarded to families
  • Lego-Based Therapy (Lego Masterminds) rejuvenation Term 4 commencement
  • 2023 camps; Year 3&4 Toolangi, Year 5&6 City Camp - more information to follow
  • Grant relative to a new bike shed still pending
  • DET Facilities portals Term 4 implementation (1) AIMS - Asset Information Management System (2) RFE - Rolling Facilities Evaluation 
  • Fundraising achievements and potential spending focus

I would like to formally announce that Jodi Price is stepping down from the School Council Presidency role.  We thank Jodi for her commitment to CSPS over the past seven years and six as President.  John Barbaressos will be the Acting President for Term 4.

Child Safe Communication 

Child safe is everyone's responsibility.  CSPS is fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation and protecting students from all forms of abuse.  

As such, it is crucial that parents/carers and the school community have the opportunity to have a say in the development and review of child safety and wellbeing policies and practices.  

CSPS has a Policy Sub Committee which focuses on policy development, consultation and ratification.  The Policy Sub Committee 

  • meet once a month
  • are always seeking feedback to ensure that policies are pure and authentic to purpose. 

If you would like to a member of the Policy Sub Committee or would like to provide feedback in other ways, please contact the Office, attention Principal.