Dear Parents and Carers,

The cold winter days have certainly been prevalent over the past couple of weeks. It is always timely to remind students about bringing jumpers and a jacket to school every day to be prepared for whatever weather the days bring. Sunny mornings can easily change to cold, wet days and it is best to be prepared. Beanies (school colours - green, black, navy can be worn) are also encouraged to be worn to keep heads warm. Please ensure names are clearly written on all school clothing!

UNWELL STUDENTS: We are noticing an increase in students attending schools with coughs and colds. We ask parents to please keep unwell children at home to assist with keeping flus colds and other illnesses to a minimum at school. Parents/carers will be contacted to come and collect students if they come to school unwell. We ask everyone’s assistance in maintaining a healthy school environment please.

SEMESTER ONE REPORTS: Teachers are busily assessing students across all subject areas in preparation for Semester One reports. Reports will be available via the COMPASS portal on Friday 28 June. We encourage ALL parents and carers to attend the Parent/Teacher meetings in Week 10. These conversations about your child’s learning are an important process in the ongoing educational journey of your child.

THIS WEEK: We have a busy school schedule this week with the following events taking place: Session 2 of the whole school Mentoring program, Interschool Public Speaking Competition, NRL Dragons visit, Year 2 Class Mass and the WR Athletics carnival all being held across the week.  Please see more specific details of these events in the newsletter below.

PRINCIPAL CONTRACT RENEWAL PROGRAM: I will be undergoing a Contract Renewal process on Monday 24 June. This occurs every five years for Principals. The Principal Performance Review Panel comprises of:

• Natalie Harper, People and Culture Leader CECG
• Tim Smith, Performance and Improvement Leader CECG
• Dr Bill Maiden, Former Chair of TQI Board and retired Principal

Interviews will be conducted with AP, REC, Teacher, PP and Chair of SCC

Stay well and stay warm!

Christine Baron

Principal