Hi everyone,

I am writing this early as I am about to head off for my first conference at Paluma.  I feel like I’ve packed for a month with the joys of having to take all my bedding like the kids do for their trips to Gumburu. I trust the disco tonight (Wednesday) is going to be a huge success as each of our previous ones have been. It has been wonderful this time around to have a number of different parents contributing to the planning and organising for this event. Well done to everyone involved as i have no doubt the kids will have a great time.

This morning I did talk to the kids at morning parade about the use of some of our school resources especially sporting equipment as they are being too complacent with putting things away properly and have used some things like hula hoops and soccer nets in ways that they are not purposed for and therefore damaged them. I have also spoken to the children about a number of items being taken from the storage room where  we keep the morning activities. The items belonged to the P&F and include a number of missing chocolates etc. This is especially disappointing to know because we have always worked within an element of trust and responsibility with children accessing this area to do the setting up and packing up for morning activities. I was quite stern with the children and told them that I would be calling parents if I was made aware of these behaviours continuing. I hope I have your support in reminding your children about appropriate behaviours when it comes to other people’s property.

Early Drop off

Please be reminded that if you need to drop off before 8.00am that are best advised to use the OSHC service or stay and supervise your children until a teacher comes on duty at 8.00am. We have far too many children arriving at school and being left unsupervised in the hall.

Behaviour Policy

Our Student Behaviour Policy was ratified at this week’s Board Meeting and will be uploaded to our website before the end of this term. Thank you for your feedback and especially to the Board for your collaboration on this policy.

Parent Teacher Interviews

Please note that we will be hosting Parent Teacher Interviews in the Hall on Tues 10 and Wed 11 September. You will be sent details on how to book for these very soon. These interviews are not compulsory this term but are a valuable opportunity to discuss your child’s progress and participation at school.

Father's Day

This weekend I hope that all our father and father figures are treated to a sensational Father's  Day celebration. Fathers are so important in the lives of children and we are grateful for all that they do. 

Have a fabulous week. I’ll see you in another week’s time when I am back from Adelaide.

Cheers 

Penny