PRINCIPAL’S REPORT ~ October 20th
Management Update
2027 Planning
Just a reminder to let us know if you are departing or any other recommendations for staff to consider in making up the classes for 2027. We do ask you to put this in writing so we can use it as a reference in making up the classes for 2027. We are commencing planning mid-November so it is helpful if you can provide any input by then.
World Teacher’s Day Friday 30th October
Our teachers care deeply and work very hard to give our students the best future possible. We are asking parents to think about how they can make teachers feel special on Friday 30th October, 2026.
Reminder: Social Media ban for children under 16
The social media age restrictions aim to protect young Australians from pressures and risks that users can be exposed to while logged in to social media accounts. These come from design features that encourage them to spend more time on screens, while also serving up content that can harm their health and wellbeing.
The eSafety Commissioner has further information on the laws around social media age restrictions. Social media age restrictions | eSafety Commissioner
Services eSafety considered were age-restricted social media platforms
The platforms have restrictions on them and can be fined. However, for families it requires parents to be vigilant about their child’s use of social media.
Community Notice
The Clifton Springs tennis club has reached out to seek our assistance in addressing concerns about unsafe and inappropriate behaviour in the area surrounding the tennis courts, skate park and park.
These behaviours involve children and young people from a range of schools and include climbing fences around the tennis courts, climbing onto the tennis court roof, and riding e-bikes through pedestrian areas. These activities pose safety risks to both the young people involved and other members of the community.
We ask parents and carers to please ensure that children who visit the park after school do so safely and respectfully, and are aware of the importance of following safety rules and respecting community facilities.
As a reminder, CSPS offers Before and After School Care, as well as holiday programs. These services have made significant improvements recently to better meet the needs of our students and families.
Thank you for your support in helping us maintain a safe and positive environment for everyone in our community.
Grade 6 Camp
Well done to all staff and students on the Year 6 Camp. It was a huge three days visiting ACMI, Archie Brothers, Sealife, MSAC, Skydeck, MCG, Sports Museum, Yarra Cruise, Melbourne Museum and Imax. The students made the trip up via the Portarlington Ferry and the train back. We did have great feedback on the student behaviour wherever we went.
