School Council Meeting - President's Report

A School Council meeting was held on Monday 19 October 2020 in which the following matters were discussed:

Welcomed Flora Nixon to the Board as new Assistant Principal
School Council Protocols - School Councils play a key role in Victorian government schools and being a member of the school council is a rewarding and challenging experience. Acting as a team, council supports the principal to provide the best possible educational outcomes for students. A well informed and effective school council strengthens community confidence in the school and helps to protect and build the school’s reputation.
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Student Enrolment and Staffing
Current enrolment of the school is 462 Students
2021 Parent Payments
Watsonia PS Oval
Student Representative Council
Concord School Policies
Hire of School Facilities was ratified

To promote our School Council the following has been put in place:

On the school website within “Our School”, there is now a link to School Council. This link outlines:

the purpose of School Council
School Council Meeting Requirements;
School Council Membership;
Functions of a School Council;
Lists the current members;
Provides contact details for the School Council President.
It can be accessed at
https://www.concordsch.vic.edu.au/our-school/school-council/

Next School Council Meeting – 16 November 2020

Mark Lancaster

School Photo Day

School Photo Day will go ahead as scheduled on November 9th for both Watsonia and Bundoora Campus's. As per DET guidelines photos will be taken individually and outside.

Uniform Shop

New arrangements have been made to the running of the uniform shop in light of the current restrictions in place at Concord School. The shop will continue to operate throughout the term however we will only be taking orders via phone or form.

Please see the uniform order forms below, which can be sent into the office with your child or via school emails concord.sch@education.vic.gov.au

Alternatively, please feel free to contact the Bundoora Campus Office to place the order over the phone on 9467 3972. All orders will be sent home with your child. If there are any issues with the order such as sizing we will be happy to provide an exchange.

Virtual Disability Expo

There is a Virtual Disability Expo on this Friday and Saturday featuring amazing exhibitions from some of Concord School community. Register to attend on the link below:

https://www.virtualdisabilityexpo.com.au/visiting-expo/#vt_exhibitor

Facebook

We have also been working on improving our communication through Facebook. If you are not already following us please have a look https://www.facebook.com/concordschoolvictoria is where all our breaking news resides.

TheirCare - Before and After School Care

How to enrol:

Visit TheirCare website: www.theircare.com.au and click on ‘Book Now’ in the top right hand corner to register your child’s details.

Service Phone Number: 0477 700 688. I will be available to answer the phone during session times.

Their Care support is available during office hours if required on 1300 072 410.

Banyule Youth Services

Banyule Youth Services are offering a number of virtual workshops on topics that assist with the wellbeing of our youth. See the attached brochure for more information.

Session bookings can be made by emailing banyuleyouth@banyule.vic.gov.au

Rawcus 'Dance it out' Zoom Sessions

Dance it Out is a series of free dance sessions online with Rawcus. For the month of August audiences can hop on zoom and dance with Rawcus Ensemble of disabled and non-disabled dancers.

It will be inclusive, celebratory and fun. We’ll say hi, we’ll stretch, we’ll dance.

https://www.artscentremelbourne.com.au/community/content-hub/together-with-you/videos/from-our-friends/rawcus-dance-it-out

Rawcus: Dance It Out | Arts Centre Melbourne

Australia's largest performing arts venue. See what's on, book tickets, view an exhibition, take a tour, dine with us or park 24/7.

www.artscentremelbourne.com.au

HoopNow

HoopNow is a basketball program tailored towards creating an inclusive and exciting environment for young players who have special needs.

HoopNow runs a wide variety of group programs and private basketball sessions aiming to focus on positive social participation, encouragement and teamwork. Each session is designed to be flexible and easily adapted so that each individual feels as supported and valued as possible. Located in Melbourne, Australia.

https://www.hoopnow.com.au/

https://www.hoopnow.com.au/new-page-2 Information on how it can be accessed through NDIS Funding categories

Dates to Remember 2020

Term 4

Dates to Remember
2020