From staff and the Office 

Term 4 is a Sunsmart term

Just a reminder that Term 4 is a Sunsmart Term and hats need to be worn outside for play and lessons.

PLEASE name your hats. We do not have spares, and we do not share hats. 

Students must wear their own, wide-brimmed hat or stay undercover.

Marking attendance

FAQ

Q. Why do I need to enter a time of departure or absence when I have told or emailed the teacher?

A. It is a parent's responsibility to provide a reason for why their child is absent. You can use the option 'parent choice' if you do wish to specify the reason. A teacher may be absent or have other duties on that day. An email to the teacher is great, but please enter it in Compass we well.

DET Scholarships

Scholarships are payments to help you with the cost of your child's education.

They're generally offered based on:

• financial need or difficulties
• your child's school results
• school and community activities your child takes part in.

Most scholarships that DET offer are for Victorian government school students. A small number are also open to non-government school students.

For more information including how to apply please go to this link: https://www.education.vic.gov.au/parents/learning/Pages/student-scholarships.aspx

Please note: applications for future scholarships open again on 20th September 2021 and usually close early in the following year. Closing dates are strictly enforced.

Joke of the week

Cara M: What do you call a detective alligator? An Investigator

Mitchell Mc: What do you call a boomerang that doesn’t come back? A stick

How about a Frozen joke? Never mind, there’s nothing ‘El-sa’

First Aid News

Hi Kalinda community,

I'm so excited to be seeing you all back very soon! I just wanted to let you know that my name is now Irene (previously Anna). I will wear a badge at school to help you learn the new name. 

Thanks everyone and see you soon!

Irene Diacos

2021 PREP CSEF UNIFORM PACKAGE EXTENDED

Due to the prolonged lockdown in Term 3, 2021 we have extended the 2021 Prep CSEF uniform package until the end of Term 4, 2021.

 This means that any families/carers that have not yet submitted their forms can still do so until the end of this term. 

Hopefully this means that these kids will have the items they need to get back to school.  All the information for these packages can be found on our website here.

Please contact the school office for more details.

2022 Transition

Transition is coming for our new Foundation students

Transition mornings are planned for Term 4. Details will be made available as soon as we know about Department of Education regulations regarding onsite schooling. Please keep an eye on your emails for further information

Tips from the office for getting ready for school:  

• Practise tying shoelaces or doing up shoes. Also practise taking shoes, jumpers and hats on and off.
• Practise opening their own drink bottle and snacks. Be able to recognise their own drink bottle and food containers (make sure everything is named!)