Junior School Report 

Welcome to another Junior School update! 

I would like to start this newsletter by saying a big thank you to the students, parents and staff of the Junior School for your considerate and kind engagement and support during some of the disruptions we have weathered together this term. The way everyone has conducted themselves has shown that in times of adversity most people shine! 

There has been a significant change in weather from the end of Term 1 to now. I would like to take this opportunity to remind students and their families that all students are expected to be in full school uniform. Some common areas of confusion relate to pants and items for additional warmth. It should be noted that the black tracksuit pants are to be worn during sport only. A plain long sleeve black or white shirt may be worn under the school shirt. Hats, beanies and gloves are permitted in the yard but should be removed and stored in a locker before heading to class. Any out of uniform items should be explained with a parent note, although please note that school policy prohibits the wearing of hoodies or non-school uniform puffer jackets at any time. If there are any issues with uniform please contact the Junior School and we will be able to help with sourcing any items needed. 

End of semester reports will be available on Compass at the end of Term 2. Please read these carefully and discuss with your child how they can further improve their engagement and performance with their learning in the second half of this year. When reflecting on their reports, students should focus on the attributes and behaviours teachers recommend for further improvement – for example, perseverance, being hard-working, asking for help, taking pride in their learning and setting high expectations. There is plenty of educational research to show that intelligence is changeable and not predetermined or fixed. Academic growth is achievable by everyone by working hard, being resilient and setting some goals and acting on the advice suggested by teachers in reports is one way of assisting this growth process. 

A reminder that as we head to the end of Term 2 to keep pushing ourselves everyday – there is valuable learning to be undertaken in all subjects until the last day of term. This is especially true now that we are back in classrooms together after some of the disruptions. It is an expectation that students attend all classes and meet all work requirements until this time.  

Finally, it is with some sadness that I sign off on this newsletter as my last. I am very happy to announce that Mrs Kristy Bannister will be stepping into the role of Junior School Leader and very ably leading the team to support your child across all aspects of their education. We also welcome back Miss Hannah Keegan next terms from her adventures in Central and Western Australia. 

Have a very safe, rejuvenating and relaxing term break and we look forward to seeing everyone back ready to hit the ground running when Term 3 commences on Monday 12 July. 

Nicole Taylor 

Junior School Manager