Dr Carmel McGrath

Data Review

Over the next fortnight class teachers will be reviewing student data, adjusting curriculum plans and setting new student goals for the term ahead.  Following on from the parent teacher meetings, this is an ideal time to collaborate with year level teams to ensure consistent practices.

 NAPLAN Online

Thank you to parents for supporting and preparing students for our trial of NAPLAN online.  The students were settled, engaged and enjoying the new experience.  The staff have done thorough preparation and training and we are off to a great start.  Special acknowledgement for the work of Rachael Seibhur and John Rafter.

 Personal Safety

It is timely to revisit safe practices for travelling to and from school. 

At assembly this week I revisited our social skill message ‘Arrive Safe Leave Safe’ which reinforces walking in pairs or groups rather than alone, the use of the crossings available, travelling directly to and from school and ensuring safety when using the drop off zone.

 Looks Like

• Students going directly home/to school, either walking, riding their bike / scooter, in a car
• Wearing helmets with bikes and scooters
• Using crossings correctly
• Supervising siblings or arranging to walk in groups
• Concentrating on surroundings
• Waiting inside the school fence

 Sounds Like

• Listening to the crossing supervisor
• Listening for traffic

 Feels Like

• Being safe