Things To
Know

SAVE THE DATES

THURSDAY 6 APRIL

END OF TERM - WHOLE SCHOOL ASSEMBLY & SCHOOL DISMISSAL @ 2:30

Please join us for a whole school assembly to celebrate the end of Term 1.

Time: 2:00 pm in the Barrbunin

CURRICULUM DAY - MONDAY 24th APRIL

TERM 2 BEGINS WEDNESDAY 26th APRIL

TERM 2 AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS

We have the following programs on offer at RPS for term 2:

DAY	ACTIVITY
MON	Kelly Sports (Sport) Fizz Kids (Science)
TUES
WED	Immerse Drama
THURS	Soccer X UJEB

Please see more information about each program in the 'Community Classifieds' section. If you have any further questions please contact the office.

We are always on the lookout for new programs and open to suggestions of what students and families are looking for! If you have any ideas please feel free to let us know.

NO SNACK SHACK FIRST WEEK OF TERM 2

There will be NO Snack Shack in the first week of Term 2. Snack Shack will resume in the second week !

PLEASE HELP US SPREAD THE GOOD WORD ABOUT RIPPONLEA

As one of the smallest schools in the local area, surrounded by many private schools, families in the wider community are often unaware of what we offer.

The most common way new families seek information is through personal recommendations and 'word of mouth' across the community.

We are seeking members of our school community willing to write an updated school review online (google) or have their statement of experience featured on the school's website.

We have commenced our school tours and welcome queries regarding our enrolment processes. If any member of our community is willing to write a review, please contact the office and speak to Jac.

Please also note our Term 2 tour dates are available now (flyer below). Bookings can be made through our website here.

CURRICULUM DAYS 2023

Each year, schools receive four student-free days. These days are used for professional development, school planning and administration, curriculum development, and student assessment and reporting.

The first day of Term 1 each year is a student-free day in all government schools to allow for appropriate planning to take place for the arrival of students.

School councils have the flexibility to schedule the remaining three student-free days each year to meet local needs. Last week we sought an amendment to one date approved last year.

We are very mindful of our working parents/carers and like to secure curriculum days that align with as many public holidays available. We then hope families are able to plan for some leave and extend their long weekends.

Term 2

Monday 24th April - Engage-communication and reflection model – Restorative/Trauma-Informed Practices

Tuesday 25th April - Anzac Day

Term 3

Due to the availability of our presenter, we've had to move the Curriculum Day to Thursday 8th June however, we have requested approval from School Council to hold a Professional Practice Day on Friday 9th June, which allows our teachers to put into practice their learning and plan for the delivery of effective numeracy teaching.

Thursday 8th June – Peter Sullivan - Exploring Mathematical Sequences and the Acquisition of Developmental Skills.

Friday 9th June - Professional Practice Day

Monday 12th June - King's Birthday

NB: There will be an additional pupil-free day (Professional Practice day in Term 4)

SAVE THE DATE: 4th MAY - PARENT WORKSHOP @ 7:00 PM

Writing Well Matters: How to support your child’s written language skills

If you are a parent or carer and would like to learn more about the writing process and how to support your child’s written language skills, this webinar is for you!