MDHS MESSENGER

School Information

Winter Uniform

It's great to see everyone in uniform! Remember:

  • Country Week jackets are acceptable (including previous year jackets) or;
  • MDHS jumper (available at the Newsagency).
  • Winter sport jumpers are not acceptable to wear at school.
  • Skirts must be worn over leggings. Students cannot wear leggings on their own.

Devices at School

Students are not allowed to bring devices to school. 

If they do bring them it is at their own risk and they need to remain off and in their bags. 

Triple P Tip

DIFFERENT PARENTING STYLES? HOW TO GET ON THE SAME TEAM.

It’s common – and not unexpected – that parents will argue or disagree about the way they raise their children. But parents can learn to deal with these differences through good communication. And kids will feel happier at home if their parents are working as a team.

Of course, this isn’t always easy. Each parent has their own beliefs, values, expectations and skills. Plus, the day-to-day demands of a family can make teamwork tough.

It’s important to support each other with parenting. Your partner might be dealing with bedtime dramas. You can support them by following through with the discipline you’ve both agreed on.

If you’re unhappy with the way your partner has handled the situation, wait until it’s over to calmly discuss it.

It is also good to find some time to talk about each other’s day. And remember to let your partner know when you think they’ve done a good job with the kids.  

NAPLAN Online Information

Please find a link below that will enable parents to access practice tests. Once you have opened the link in your web browser, follow the steps below:

  • The NAPLAN site will ask for a code. Simply press ‘next’ until the site asks whether you are a test student
  • Select yes

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the school

https://www.nap.edu.au/online-assessment/public-demonstration-site

Welcome

We are pleased to announce that Peta Nelson will be our relieving

Deputy for Term 2 as the role is re-advertised.

Peta is a highly experienced (25+ years) practitioner with leadership as the Lead Coach with the Leadership Institute working with a variety of staff from Graduates and beyond, a Getting it Right Numeracy Specialist and highly accomplished classroom operator. Her professional knowledge and training is extensive and she is a capable and personable leader.

Peggy Olsson and Sarah Moug are appointed as our new Special Needs EA’s. Peggy has been a relief EA at the school for Term 1 and brings well developed skills into the role.  Sarah has a background in providing services to special needs clients. We welcome her as a enthusiastic staff member to the MDHS team!

Caitlin Hogan will be taking over as the SIDE Supervisor in Term 2. Caitlin will be leaving the Admin Office as the School Officer to take on this new full time roll.

Tania Sprigg is our new Head Cleaner. Tania has been working in a relief role as a cleaner at the school in Term 1 and has done a fantastic job at presenting our school in a clean, hygienic and  professional manner. We look forward to welcoming her permanently onto our staffing team .

Leonie Taylor will be joining the cleaning team in Term 2 whilst we continue to advertise the permanent role.

Congratulations to all the new staff appointed to the above roles. We look forward to having you on the MDHS staff team!