Grammar News

Principal's News

MARK ROBERTSON

Principal 

 

As you are aware, construction of indented parking bays in Clapham Road between Willesden Road and Euston Road will be conducted during the School holiday period.

Congestion on this stretch of road is extreme during School drop off and pick up times. This project will assist to reduce the crowding of traffic and unsafe traffic conditions. We are also requesting that the bulk of this project be completed during the September School holiday period. Should the project extend into Term 4, traffic management will be in place to guide pedestrians and vehicles away from the work area during this project. We apologise for any inconvenience and appeal for your understanding, patience and corporation during the improvement works.

 

In addition, Monash Council has agreed to a trial ‘Kiss & Go’ zone on Bletchley Road, which will commence in Term 4.

 

 

Morning Drop Off – 8.00am – 9.30am

  • Parents are responsible for supervising their children until they have entered the School. Children are to be dropped off in the established “Kiss & Go” zone along Bletchley Road.
  • The “Kiss & Go” zone is clearly sign posted with yellow paint on road pavement.
  • Children must use the footpath side door, preferably rear, of the vehicle to exit.
  • Wait until your child is safely inside the School gates before driving off.
  • Maximum stop is five minutes.

Afternoon Pick Up – 3.00pm – 4.00pm

  • Children are supervised by one staff member on Bletchley Road.
  • The “Kiss & Go” zone is clearly sign posted with yellow paint on road pavement.
  • Drivers wait in line on the School side of the road and move forward as the line progresses.
  • Never leave/park your vehicle.
  • Children must enter the vehicle from the footpath side.
  • If there are no available spaces in the “Kiss & Go” zone for your vehicle, please continue to do a lap around the perimeter of the School until a space becomes available. This will avoid traffic jams and congestion.

Staff News

I wish to thank the following staff who will be leaving us this term, for their contribution to our School.

  • Mr John Brooke – Maintenance Officer
  • Ms Natalie Evans – Music Teacher
  • Mrs Ruth Lewitan – Librarian

We look forward to welcoming back Mrs Chitra Wijesinghe and Mrs Varvara Pavlidou who have been on Long Service Leave.

 

I am pleased to advise of the appointment of Ms Michelle Lewis as the Executive Assistant to the Principal, commencing next term. I take this opportunity to thank Mrs Helen Gameras for her professional assistance this term.

 

Condolences are extended to Alex [ Graduate 2018 ] and the Kirker family on the recent and sudden passing of his father, Peter last weekend.  Mrs Kirker has been liaising with our School and we have offered, and are providing support to her son at this difficult time.

 

I thank Sharron Frame and Joanne Zahcaropoulos who have been providing key support to the family at this time.

 

Our prayers and thoughts are with the family.

 

God Bless.

 

I wish all families a restful and safe term break.  Term 4 commences for students in the Junior School and Year 12 on Tuesday 8th October. Students from Years 6 to 11 commence on Wednesday 9th October.