Another two weeks at Henley Beach Primary School has been action packed! We appreciated your massive show of support for our Colour Run which raised a total of $26,544.89. After prize allocation and admin fee we as a school have nearly $15,000 to contribute to playground improvements which will be determined following a process that engages student perspectives. There are varied priorities from different groups of children and we look forward to giving students agency in this decision.
Governing Council 2024
Next year we will be looking for new members to join the school’s Governing Council, and will also be inviting nominations for office bearers including secretary and chairperson. Governing Council has a very important role in representing the parent community to help inform and monitor the directions of the school. The group meets twice every term (after hours, normally from 6.30pm). If you are interested in joining the Governing Council please consider nominating in the new school year. It would be a great time to encourage parents in your network to consider themselves in this role, and to discuss what this involves with current Governing Councillors.
Transitions
Term 4 is an important time to actively support our children to transition from one year to the next. We loved meeting our 2024 Reception children and their families in week 4, and look forward to reconnecting with them again on Friday so that we can prepare to give them the strongest possible start to school.
Our Year 6 students are also being supported in their transition to high school. In addition to physical visits to their respective high schools, we support our senior students to manage their emotions and expectations in their final weeks of primary school. This will culminate in their Graduation ceremony in week 9, a celebration day and awards presentation on the last day of term.
Our Year 5 students eagerly await the opportunity to step into the role of Year 6 seniors. This rite of passage includes personalised 'seniors' polo tops and jumpers. Orders for these items close soon - don't miss out!
In week 9, all of our students will have the opportunity to visit their new classroom and meet their new teacher for 2024. Some of our students need additional support to manage transitions for various reasons and this process is underway.
Diary Dates
Please be sure to check the diary dates section of our newsletter so that you don't miss exciting school events. Our end of year concert on 5 December is definitely one to lock in!