Principal News
Principal Christmas message
Each year, I reflect on the year that was, share gratitude for all that was accomplished and wish a festive season to us all.
We saw online recently the following message of which I feel is incredibly relevant.
"You're going to come in contact with an awful lot of people who are at their absolute breaking point this month. Friends, family, neighbours, co-workers, teachers, strangers in the grocery store, retail workers. While it maybe the merriest time of year for some, it maybe the saddest, most stressful, loneliest, most heartbreaking for other's. We're all busy. But we're not too busy to be kind, caring and patient. Remember the best thing you can give someone this season is your love and kindness."
We hope you this festive season provides you with the opportunity to recharge and remember the joys of Summer sunshine, Christmas goodies and Family laughter.
Merry Christmas.
Monique and Sally
Graduation 2020
On Wednesday 9th December CSPS celebrated 2020 in style at Settlers Run Golf Course with the graduating class of 2020.
The evening was a fine dining experience, live streamed across our community, to rural Victoria, Australia and beyond. Although family and friends were not literally present, they were indeed present in spirit.
A huge thank you to the staff and Graduation Committee for their perseverance throughout the year, dedication and commitment in providing an event that was special and memorable.
As a Principal, I could not have been prouder of how the students have risen and thrived throughout 2020.
The special award recipients were as follows:
- English Award - Ruby Guy and Chyler White
- Mathematics Award: You-Fong Hsu and Jannis Koeller.
- STEM Award: Sienna Caples
- Art Award: Zoe Ledgar and Leila Murfitt
- Physical Education Award: Lenny Mepstead
- Positivity Award: Bailey Kent
- Persistence Award: Seth Hine
- Pride Award: Ebony Miller
- Passion Award: Alex Saowapaynon
- Overall "P" Award: Marlie Wood
Recording Update
Year 6 Graduation
Unfortunately there was a loss of internet during live stream at last nights graduation ceremony.
This may have affected the presentations of up to 3 students.
Fortunately, the event was recorded in it's entirety and will be made available in the coming days. We will update you via Compass accordingly.
We apologise for any inconvenience.
School Concert
The link for the School Concert will be available on the school website and via Compass by Friday 18th December.
Student 2021 leaders
Congratulations to the following leaders appointed and announced Thursday 10th December:
- School Captains: Chloe Barbaressos and Caitlin Haigh.
- School Vic Captains: Jesse Dean and Ben Veale.
- Specialist leaders: Bethany Ellis and Willow Ringersma.
- Baany House Captains: Chloe Da Silva and Tye Whitnell.
- Biik House Captains: Thomas Corrie and Isabelle Dennett.
- Wiiny House Captains: Jackson Alder and Piley Pickard.
- Munmut House Captains: Kade Henry and Emily McCarthy.
2021 Specialist Programs
With great excitement, the specialist programs and teachers for 2021 are as follows:
- Arts: Mrs Bianca Chiovitti
- Physical Education: Ms Danielle Curtois
- Spanish: Ms Natalia Lopo-Morales
- Sustainability (interim name): Ms Reagan Ryan
We welcome back the following staff for 2021:
- Mrs Bianca Chiovitti
- Mr Liam Gillick
- Mrs Rachael Richardson
With sadness we farewell the following staff and wish them much good fortune and success in the future:
- Ms Meredith de Mar (Hill) - Integration Aide
- Mrs Laura Kiellerup - Attendance Officer and First Aid
- Mr David Kennedy - Social Worker
School Council acknowledgement
We express our deepest gratitude towards departing School Council members who have invested a great deal of time and shared expertise over many years:
- Mrs Penny East
- Mrs Deb Ledger
- Mr Daniel Rich
Child Safe Child Safe Standards
Festive Season support
A culture of child safety requires the commitment of an organisation’s leaders. With that in mind, it is vital that we ensure we support and continuously improve upon approaches and methods to support our students and community.
Festive Season support
The festive season is often a time of great celebration with family and loved ones. For some, this time of year can bring about a sense of trepidation and worry. If you require support there are a number of organisations that can help:
- Beyond Blue - 1300 22 4636
- Head space (Frankston) - 9769 6419
- Kids Helpline - 1800 55 1800
- Life Line - 13 11 14
- Reach Out - 1800 RESPECT
Important message from the Principal
You may be aware of an incident in which a threat was made towards members of the school community Wednesday 9th December.
Firstly, I want to assure you that our number priority is always the safety and wellbeing of our students and staff.
The school takes any potential threat towards our school community very seriously. Police were immediately notified, and steps were taken to ensure the safety of staff and students.
We do not believe that there is an ongoing risk to the school community. However, we have enacted our school-based Emergency Management processes and key personnel are fully aware of procedures to follow if a situation is to arise.
If your child is concerned about the incident, please let a teacher know so that wellbeing support can be arranged through the social worker and welfare program.
Given that the incident is a police matter, the school is unable to provide further information to parents at this time.