We are well under way with teaching and learning for Term 4 and already students have had many opportunities to participate in exciting and challenging activities. So far we have had a successful start to the Kinder Transition Program, our Stage 2 and 3 students have completed their Check in assessments and the swimming scheme is going well. Yesterday we had the Cooling Australia group planting new plants with Stage 2 and 3. And we have so much more to look forward to!!
This week Mrs Fitzpatrick, our school administration officer, finished up with us and will be on long service leave before she moves into the stage of her life, retirement. We thank her for the support she has provided to the school, the teachers, the students and their families. We will certainly miss her and wish her the very best for future.
Tell Them From Me Partners in Learning Parent Survey
This survey is part of the Tell Them From Me suite and helps the school to clarify and strengthen the important relationship between parents and school.Participation in the survey is optional however we encourage all our parents and carers to complete the survey. In the past parents and carers have provided the school with relevant and important information that supported future school improvement directions.
The survey :
- asks a range of questions related to drivers of student outcomes;
- takes about 20 minutes to complete
- can be completed on a computer, tablet or mobile device
- is available in 23 community languages (where available)
Use this link which takes you directly to the survey:
http://nswtellthemfromme.com/eastlakes
If you do not have a computer/tablet access, come to the office and the school can provide you a space and computer to complete the survey at school.
The Survey window closes 3pm Friday 4th November 2022.
Selective High School Applications
Applications are now open for selective high school entry in Year 7 in 2024.Applications close 16 November 2022.
Selective high schools cater for high potential and intellectually gifted students. They help students learn by:
- grouping them with other gifted students
- using special teaching methods so students can learn concepts in more detail and more quickly
- supporting their wellbeing needs.
Most students in selective high schools enjoy learning more when their classmates have similar abilities and interests.
As well as providing for students’ academic development, selective high schools also offer a broad range of classes and extra-curricular activities such as: sports, creative and performing arts, music, and special interest clubs.
Use the link below to find out more about the application process.
Day for Daniel
Today is Day for Daniel which is all about working towards providing children and young people with education, protection and support to be safe from abuse and risk of harm. There are a number of resources and fact sheets that parents and carers can access if you have concerns about a child or young person, handling disclosures, online and travel safety as well as dealing with times of crisis:
https://danielmorcombe.com.au/keeping-kids-safe/keeping-kids-safe/fact-sheets/
Anthia Tsantoulis
Principal
