Things to know
We the community members of Launching Place Primary School acknowledge the traditional owners, the Kulin nations, of the land on which we learn and play.
We pay respects to the Aboriginal Elders, past and present, who are our teachers.
We thank them for taking care of children and country for countless generations.
School Tours and Prep Enrolments
2024 Prep enrolment
A reminder for all current families with children ready to start Prep next year to please complete an application form .
Any parents wishing to enrol their children in Foundation for 2024 are asked to submit their enrolment form at their earliest convenience. If you have any family or friends who are undecided about their choice of school for their 2024 Foundation students, please encourage them to contact the school office.
Families can book in for the Term Three Transition Program here: https://tinyurl.com/32d5nmby
If you would like more information about our school or you would like a tour, please don’t hesitate to contact us on 59647783.
ARCHERY TOURNAMENT
Congratulations
to Jonah Y, First place trophy for Archery in the 5/6 ARCHERY TOURNAMENT. Well done Jonah!
Also Third place for his team Jonah, Thomas and April. Well done Team!
Flu
In Victoria, influenza (flu) and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection numbers are high among children aged 5 to 11 years, particularly in those in their first few years of school. The Victorian Department of Health expects more respiratory infections over Term 3.
Most children with flu or RSV have a mild fever, runny nose or cough. Some children, particularly babies and children with underlying medical conditions, may have more severe illness.
Keeping our school community well
Parents, carers and students are encouraged to:
· wash and sanitise their hands regularly
· avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands
· cover their nose and mouth when coughing or sneezing · stay at home if unwell and consult a general practitioner (GP) or NURSE-ON-CALL as needed
· stay up to date with flu and COVID-19 vaccinations.
Our school has masks for staff, students and visitors if they want to wear them.
Flu vaccinations
Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself and your family from getting the flu. Annual flu vaccination is recommended for everyone aged 6 months and older. As part of the National Immunisation Program, it is free for:
· Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 6 months and older
· children aged 6 months to under 5 years
· people aged 6 months or older with underlying medical conditions.
Flu vaccinations can be booked through GPs, pharmacies or your local council immunisation service.
St Johns First Aid for Students
The knowledge and skills gained in our First Aid in Schools Program develops First Aid awareness in school children and contributes to building a more resilient community.
Bringing to life the importance of First Aid and what to do in an emergency, including calling 000 and performing CPR, is St John's passion. The interactive games, Storytime and Action Plan scenarios make the program more enjoyable than ever before, with an average teacher rating of 9.53 out of 10.
Focusing on the DRSABCD, we take students step by step through practical skills that empowers them to act. Sessions are fun, interactive and hands-on.
Improvements arounds the School
Thank you to P & F for their hard work in fundraising and making a huge difference to our school surrounding. Our buddy bench and the toilet doors look amazing.
The Matilda's Soccer Team
It was an exciting day for Matilda M as she was selected to hand out the soccer tops to our Australian women's soccer team the Matildas! Great work Matilda.
