From the Assistant Principal
Welcome 2019
We extend a warm welcome to all families, new and returning to Preshil. Our first morning back at Arlington was busy as we welcomed the Kindergarten children, the 5s and new students into the 6s through 11s.
There was an excited buzz in the playground as we welcomed 23 new children who are beginning their school life with us and it was heart-warming to see the students return with such eagerness. It is with great delight that I continue my role as Assistant Principal located at Arlington. I have already had many visitors in my new office and my new location already feels like home.
This year we will be working towards our authorisation of the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme which will be an exciting time for all. We began the year with Marcia Behrenbruch and Nigel Forbes as we looked at assessment from Kindergarten to Year 12. It was a valuable day learning alongside staff from different campuses sharing our experiences and knowledge.
Preshil Vision Statement
At our core remains an unshakeable commitment to encouraging all children to progress at their own pace towards their own goals and to be respected as individuals in their own right; a commitment to our children to be nurtured and challenged in an atmosphere that inspires creativity and independent thinking in all areas of life and does not, overtly or subtly, use competition or punishment to motivate through the fear of failure.
As global citizens we encourage an awareness of world issues and effort to make a positive difference. We believe that education should prepare students to be thoughtful, peace-loving and active citizens of the world. Preshil will remain a school that puts kindness, compassion and social relationships at the centre of its operations.
Compass
Preshil uses an online program called Compass School Manager to automate a number of administrative processes.
Compass enables better communication with all members of the Preshil community and includes many different features, including the ability to:
- Enter approvals for absence or lateness
- Access your child's progress through their learning tasks
- Access your child's progress reports
- Book your Parent/Student/Teacher conferences
- View up-to-date class and school attendance information
- Consent and pay for excursions and camps
- Communicate with teachers
- Update your registered email and mobile number
- Access information regarding upcoming events and news
- View your child’s timetable and the school calendar
Parents have their own unique username and password. These details should not be shared with your students as permission for absences can only be given by parents. Please remember that Compass does not take the place of all other communication and parents are always welcome and encouraged to contact the office staff, teachers, the Assistant Principal and the Principal as the need arises.
If you have any issues or questions about gaining access to Compass please contact me at via email.
To access Compass, use the link here and enter your username and password.
School Times
It has been great to see children arriving on time this week. It is important that children are at school and ready by 9am. If you are running late , or need to sign out early, please make sure you sign the register at the office.
- Morning session: 9.00am -10.40am
- Fruit: 10.40am - 11.10am
- Middle session: 11.10am - 12.50pm
- Lunch: 12.50 pm - 1.50pm
- Afternoon session: 1.50pm - 3.30 pm
Kelly Club
The Kelly Club OSHC Program runs at Arlington Monday to Friday, following the end of the school day at 3.30pm. You can find out more about Kelly Club here.
The Program is focused around sports, cooking, art and craft activities as well as structured ‘free-time’ after a busy day at school. Activities are optional for students and incorporated into themed subjects each week that give children the opportunity to extend their learning outside of the school classroom. Children have opportunities to explore and discover through resources provided each day.
Enrolling in Kelly Club is easy, to receive an enrolment form please call 03 9384 2204 or email preshil@kellycluboshc.com.au.
Calendar Dates
Important dates for the year, including term dates, special events and whole school activities have been published on the 2019 calendar on Compass. We hope that these published dates for the year will help with your planning.
Family Welcome Picnic Friday 15 March at the Secondary Campus
We warmly invite all families to attend the whole school Family Welcome Picnic to be held on the front lawn of Blackhall from 4.00pm – 7.00pm on Friday 15 March. This is a great opportunity to meet other families, students and staff. Don't forget a picnic rug or fold-up chair.
Natalie Jensen
Assistant Principal K-12