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Dear Parents and Carers,
Welcome back to Term 2! We have started with a ‘bang!’ Life in the Primary school has been filled with various activities and events. Including Matilda, Year 5 Camp to Teen Ranch, Cross Country, and just around the corner is NAPLAN for Years 3 and 5.
As you would be aware, every morning we have our Morning Assembly. During this time, staff make announcements on current or changing events. All students need to hear these messages.
Last term, communication was shared regarding the importance of a student’s morning routine. Every day our bell goes at 8:35 am when students move to their classes and prepare for the day. They then enter the class, the role is marked, and they begin with the morning assembly.
The tone and effectiveness of the entire day is established in the first 20 minutes. This time is vital for your child’s success. They are aware of what is happening, where they need to be, and opportunities are provided to ask questions.
Unfortunately, many of our students are missing this time of the day and are arriving late to school. I understand that for some families, your mornings are a mad scramble. There are many things to do and never enough time.
Here is a website that was previously shared. Please read this and put things in place, so that all the students can have a great start to their day at school!
Kind regards,
Mrs Coote
Deputy Principal Primary
I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.
John 16:33
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