Term 2 is very close to the end, it has flown by with a huge amount of learning happening in the school. We have had our challenges with COVID and general sickness but despite this students and staff have continued to reach their goals set out earlier in the year. I would like to wish all of our staff and community a safe school holidays and hope that everyone is able to re charge the batteries and return ready for a busy second half of the year.

Parent/Teacher Interviews

A huge thank you to all our parents and carers who attended meetings over the past 2 days.  Our teachers have really appreciated the opportunity to share their insights about students and where they sit on their learning journey. I would also like to acknowledge our teachers who prepared at length for these conversations and their commitment to be on site both evenings to support the meetings.

Values Morning Tea

This week I had the pleasure of hosting a morning tea in our staffroom as part of our values program. Our focus in Term 2 was on Respect and teachers were asked to select 1 student who displayed this value throughout the term. All of these students joined me in the staffroom for some morning tea to celebrate and acknowledge their efforts!

Student Reports

Students who did not have a parent/teacher interview or a phone meeting this week  will receive their reports on Friday afternoon.

Term 3 Staffing

Kerrie Riewoldt – I would like to acknowledge the amazing work that Mrs Riewoldt has supported while at AFPS and throughout her career. Kerrie will officially retire at the end of this week after many years of service in the Department of Education.  She has made a huge impact on many students lives throughout her career. We hope that she is not completely lost to the system, and we look forward to twisting her arm to do the odd days relief here and there.

Mel Granger – Mel finishes up this week to begin maternity leave and prepare for baby no. 2.  We wish Mel and her family all the best with the impending arrival

Chris Lewinski – Chris will move into a support role 2 days per week

Tim Parrot – Will step into 5/6 Lewinski 2 days per week replacing Chris

Rachel Huizing – Will join 1/2 Bailey replacing Mel Granger as she goes on maternity leave

Sophie Gallen – Returns to our school in an Art role supporting Year 3-6 students

Maggie Florence – Will return to our Year 2 class and work full time for the rest of 2022

Pip Bailey – Will increase her days and teach the 1/2 class 3 days per week