Principal's Report

From the Principal...

Approving Outstanding Absences on Compass

So that the most accurate data can be uploaded into your child's Semester Reports, could all parents please ensure that they approve any outstanding absences for their child on Compass by Friday 9th June.  

Entering any absences directly into Compass on the day your child is away from school or ahead of time where possible is the best way to stay up to date with approving absences. 

To approve or enter an absence please look for the green  + (AddNote/Approve) on you Compass Parent Portal home page or in each child's individual profile and follow the prompts.

If you have any issues or questions regarding how to do this please contact Brodie in the office for assisstance.

Parent Occupation Data Updates - Mid Year Census

In preparation for the Mid Year Census Parent Occupation Data Update forms were sent home this week. 

In order that each school receives the appropriate level of funding to support student learning, the data must provide an accurate record of the current occupations of all parents and guardians. 

Please ensure that you do not overstate your occupation. While you may be qualified to do a range of occupations it is extremely important you only state the occupation that you have undergone for the last 12 months. If a parent has not been in paid work for the last 12 months please compete the form with 'N' 

All information is strictly confidential and only aggregated data will be used. Individual parents or guardians will not be identifiable. 

Please ensure you read through these forms thoroughly making any necessary changes. Please return these forms to the office as soon as possible if you have not already done so. 

Brain Awareness – Australian Research Council

Congratulations to Stefanie K of Year 1 who has won first prize in the ARC Brain Function Competition. Stefanie’s poster entitled ‘I Use My Brain To…’ shows the range of ways we use our brains in everyday life. For her fine effort Stefanie has won $1000 worth of cash and prizes for Ormond Primary School. We look forward to a formal presentation to Stefanie from the Australian Research Council.

“I was hoping that I was going to win… I was jumping around… I was so excited."  - Stefanie 

School Council – Student Voice

The May meeting of School Council will take place in the Staffroom at 7 pm this evening. The meeting open with an address to School Council from our School Captains, Sarah N and Nathan T, and our School Vice- Captains, Anisha R and Phillip P. This will be opportunity for the School Council to discuss items of interest with the student leaders and to share perspectives about our school. Over the subsequent meetings the School Council will hear from each of our Student Leaders covering community, environmental, arts, house competitions and student voice perspectives from across the school.

Glenn Butler

Principal