Welcome back!

It has been a wonderful start to the 2022 school year. I would like to thank parents for the outstanding job that you have all done in preparing your child for school this year. We acknowledge the challenges that have been presented to us already, however, the manner that students have returned to school is simply fantastic.  Students are settled, caring and ready for learning. Thank you parents and carers for being COVID safe when dropping children off at school and at collection times. Staff have worked tirelessly preparing learning spaces that are safe and engaging, we are extremely fortunate to have a school full of highly professional, passionate educators – I have never worked with such a high calibre group of teachers and support staff.

The health and safety of students, staff and the wider community is our highest priority. Proactive measures are in place in our school to create a COVID-safe learning environment. 

These include: 

Increased hygiene practices

• staying at home when you’re sick and getting tested 
• regular handwashing and sanitising 
• avoid sharing drinks or food 
• frequent cleaning in schools, particularly on high-touch surfaces 
• plenty of supply of soap, hand sanitiser, paper towels and disinfectant wipes. 

Abiding by physical distancing requirements 

In schools, all adults will maintain a physical distance of 1.5 metres from each other. However, physical distancing rules do not apply for students as per public health advice. 

Vaccination of all Department of Education staff 

All Department of Education staff, including volunteers and contractors are vaccinated.

Increased ventilation in classrooms and use of air purifiers  

We know that increased ventilation to enhance airflow indoors helps reduce the spread of COVID-19. Teachers have windows and doors open to allow airflow in each of the learning areas. Air purifiers are also being used. The school has purchased each class a CO2 monitor to measure the level of ventilation in each learning environment.

Use of outdoor learning areas 

We are taking advantage of outdoor learning opportunities to ensure fresh air flow. Additional sunshades have been installed to create more outdoor learning opportunities.

Safe site management 

All schools require visitors to check-in using Check in Tas, and non-essential visitors will be limited. Schools regularly review their COVID-safe plans and have clear procedures in place to manage any confirmed COVID-19 cases. You will receive information directly from your school should there be a closure. School closures will also be listed on the Alerts webpage. 

Wearing face masks 

Face masks will be worn, in line with public health advice. Wearing face masks is a key strategy to help slow the spread of COVID-19. All schools have plenty of supplies of face masks. 

The combined effect of these measures ensure we are providing safe places for our learners, staff and the wider community. 

Thank you to parents for wearing masks when you are on-site and for COVID safe practices. Your support and understanding is helping all at our school during these interesting times. I look forward to working with you throughout the school year, please do not hesitate to contact me or your child’s teacher to discuss their learning at any time.

Peter Brown
Principal

We have had quite a few changes to our staff for 2022.

We welcome Jackie Dallas as our new Canteen Supervisor, Jackie is a parent of our school, an active member of our Parents & Friends group and an amazing cook!

Mandy Barlow has joined us after being at Romaine Park Primary School, Mandy joins us on our 4-5W class.

We have farewelled Ian Bessell who has moved on to other schools and welcomed Daniel Elphinstone in our IT role.

Our School Business Manager Liz Knight has taken Long Service Leave this term, therefore, Monique Gardner has rejoined us to cover Liz's School Business Manager role for the term. 

Speaking of familiar faces we welcome back Leah Skellington, Leah is joining us on one of our Prep-1 classes after being at Forest Primary School.

We also welcome Yvonne Townsend on our 3-4E class, Yvonne will be in there every Friday!

Unfortunately, our lovely PE Teacher Lorraine has broken her leg so she can't be with us this term. We wish Lorraine a speedy recovery!

As well as our 'new' faces, we welcome back all our 'old' faces too!

We are excited to welcome our new Canteen Supervisor Jackie Dallas to our school! 

Our Canteen will continue to run each Wednesday, Thursday and Friday beginning this Wednesday, 16th February!

Alternatively, we do accept cash orders. For cash orders please clearly write your child's name, class and order on an envelope and enclose the correct change. Enveloped orders must be in classroom lunch tub by no later than 9:30am.

Beginning next week we can again offer toast and fruit, each Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday this term.

A huge thank you to all those parents who have volunteered their time to keep this program running.

Breakfast Club is in need of fruit donations for platters for the children to eat. If you are able to help Breakfast Club with fruit, please contact the school by calling 6445 1187 or 0497 172 188.

If you are yet to collect your child/s Covid Care Pack and would like it sent home with your child/ren please phone the office on 6445 1187 to arrange this. Alternatively, you can collect your child/s Covid Care Pack from their classroom teacher.

If you require further tests please do not hesitate to contact our school office. 

This jacket is in our lost property if it is your childs please contact our school office.