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REMINDER - ASSEMBLY THIS FRIDAY - 1:45 p.m.
From the Principal
NEWS
Colour Run
A great day was had by all! I very much appreciate the time and effort Ms Ahern took to co-ordinate and run this event. Thank you for coming too! I really appreciate the way most of you followed instructions about where to be to keep everything safe and fair for everyone. We are looking forward to the new sports equipment and the building of our ‘farm’ thanks to your very generous donations.
Ministerial Award
Congratulations to Nathaniel Chandra for being awarded a very special NSW Minister’s Award for Excellence in Student Achievement for community languages. This is a particularly high standard of recognition for Nathaniel and his efforts.
Public Speaking
We are very proud of Naea and Kara for representing our school at the finals of the Public Speaking competition held at Holy Family Ingleburn this week. The standard was extremely high and both students spoke with the high level of excellence we have come to expect of the student speakers at MIEV.
Crutches and Wheelchairs at School
Sun Safety
- Breakfast Club is for students who come to school without having had breakfast. Breakfast finishes and packs up on the first bell. Families please have brekkie time at home before you come to school.
- A small light chain only is permitted around a student’s neck with a crucifix or similar on it. Heavy chains or leather are a choking hazard and need to be replace with the breakable option.
- Parents are very welcome to come into the school grounds, hang up bags and send the students to the playgrounds where four teachers are on duty for passive playtime. Then please leave for your own day.
- Please make sure you read all communication from the school. I am still getting complaints such as parents not knowing they would be in the sun for the colour run when we clearly stated even on the maps that this would be the case and to bring hats and umbrellas.
- Student workbooks sent home on Friday need to be returned on Monday. Make sure your children tell you what they are proud of and what they are working on.
- Students must come to school every day unless they are sick. We are currently averaging 90% attendance and should be at 95% which still accounts for 10 days away per year.
- Students need to be at school on time – by 8.20am each day ready for 8.25am start of learning time. We are averaging 90% arriving on time (before Mrs Rolfe locks the gates at 8.30am so actually more are technically late) – that means 50+ students each day are late.
God Bless,
Michelle Rolfe
Principal
Please do not send Noodle Cups for the canteen to add hot water for your child or containers with food to be heated by the canteen.
The Canteen Staff, School Teachers or School Support Officers are not allowed to heat up food for your child's lunch or add hot water for Noodle Cups.
Children can purchase Noodle Cups and Hot Food from the School Canteen where the temperature is monitored and the food approved by the NSW Healthy Canteens Association.
The rise of mental health concerns among young people, including anxiety, depression and self-harm, is a pressing issue amplified by such factors as academic stress, social media, family dynamics and societal expectations. It is therefore crucial to prioritise early intervention, de-stigmatise mental health discussions and provide accessible and effective support to address these concerns and promote the well-being of young people.
This year R U OK? day falls on Thursday 12 September, an annual National Day of Action and a reminder that every day is the day to check in with your friends, family and colleagues.
This Thursday, we invite students to wear a splash of YELLOW- a hair ribbon, socks, or a t-shirt with their sports shorts (even if it is not their normal sports day) to show their support and act as a reminder.
Students will participate in a small activity within the classroom. Still, this day goes beyond the classroom through the initiating conversations about mental health, and through the creation of safe spaces where children feel valued, understood and supported. Parents can help by fostering an open dialogue, normalising emotions, identifying support systems, teaching active listening and addressing stigmas relating to mental health.
Dear Parents,
School photography day is coming up soon. Group and portrait photographs can be purchased by following the link below or by returning the order envelope with your payment to our photographer on school photo day.
Two easy ways to purchase:
- Visa, MasterCard or PayPal
- Cash – complete the envelope supplied and return it to our photographer on photo day
Or visit: www.advancedlife.com.au
And enter online order code: 737 5JZ 8ZH
School photography information:
- Online orders - do not require an envelope returned to your school
- Sibling Photos - Don’t forget to pre-order your sibling photos online up to 24 hours before photo day. We provide your school with a list of sibling orders right up to the day of photography, so no one misses out. If you miss the online order deadline, you can submit a completed sibling order envelope first thing in the morning of the day of photography, so your school is aware you want the photo taken and can bring your children together in time for it. Sibling photographs only apply to children enrolled at your school. Please note not all schools offer sibling photos
- Late fees - a late fee will be applied to each package purchased after photo day due to the additional cost of producing these packages separately
- Package delivery - School photographs will be returned approximately 6 weeks after the day of photography. Please note this delivery timeframe is dependent on proofing and additional photography days at your school.
- Previous Years’ photos - Past years’ photographs including sports, co-curricular and representative groups are also available to order under the “previous years or group photo” tabs at your school’s advancedorder site when you click on the “Order School Photos Here” button above. You can also order past packages, portrait images and gifts from your child’s unique, individual and secure advancedyou image archive site using the unique 9 digit image code found on packages you have ordered in the past
Advancedlife would like to express our appreciation to Mary Immaculate Parish Primary School for placing your trust in us. Please remember we offer a 100% money back guarantee on our products to ensure your peace of mind. We would also love to receive your feedback or resolve any issues you may experience as fast as possible, to ensure your satisfaction. If you have any questions, comments or feedback relating to your advancedlife experience please contact us at: www.advancedlife.com.au/contact