We are into the closing stages of 2024 and it seems like there is still so much to do. We still have Graduation, our End of Year Celebration and Step Up Day. Lots to pack into the final couple of weeks. Even though it is moving to the end of the year, we still want to ensure our students are representing our school well and following our school values.
Unkind Language
We have been hearing instances of unkind and often racist language being used at school recently. Many of our younger students are often unaware that the language they are using is racist and therefore it is important to take this into account when dealing with this issue as a school. Up until now it has been wonderful to see how well the many cultures at our school get along and add to the rich tapestry of our history. I am confident that with the right education and a supportive home/school partnership we can ensure that all students at our school feel welcome and are not teased for their appearance or the colour of their skin. We do not teach children to be unkind to each other and at our school. On the contrary, we teach concepts around being Respectful and Inclusive, therefore we need everyone to do their bit to ensure our community continues to be a vibrant and wonderful place to be. Any language that is deemed unkind will not be tolerated and dealt with accordingly. We ask you to speak to your children about this and perhaps help them to cope with such situations by letting adults at school know about it.
Parking
We are still getting people parking in the bays at the front of the school and stopping others from driving in and picking up their children effectively. Please do the right thing in this space to keep our students safe.
Graduation
Our Year 6s are about to embark on their end of year celebrations including a trip to Funfields and a visit to their new High Schools. It will also involve a Graduation Ceremony for all our 6s. We look forward to being a part of this celebration.
End of Year Celebration
The End of Year Celebration is coming up. We are still looking for prizes for our raffle, so if you are linked with a business and can get something donated as a prize for our raffle, it would be appreciated. We want all families to be at our end of year celebration. There will be performances, awards and Food Trucks for you all to enjoy.
Step Up Day
Our Annual Step Up Day will be on Tuesday 10th December. Students will spend two hours with their new grades and new teachers. It will be a wonderful opportunity for our students to get to know their new classmates and spend some time establishing expectations for 2025. Classes have been carefully created, so it is very difficult to take any late requests for friendship groupings. We wish our Year 6s all the best as they travel to their respective Secondary Schools on this day.
Curriculum Day
2025 sees the introduction of a new Curriculum for Victorian teachers to follow. Therefore, we will be having a Curriculum Day on Friday 6th December to prepare for the new year. Students are not required at school on this day.
Enjoy your weekend
Darryl Spiteri