Princes Street Primary School Parent Handbook 2014 Our Vision Challenging Thinking: Designing Futures Our Mission Nurturing and Enriching Lives We Value Innovation; Creativity; Collective Responsibility; High Expectations Our school values are enriched by the Department of Education’s Values of: Learning; Excellence; Equity; Respect and Relationships
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Princes Street Primary School
Parent Handbook 2014
Our Vision
Challenging Thinking: Designing Futures
Our Mission Nurturing and Enriching Lives
We Value Innovation; Creativity; Collective Responsibility; High Expectations
The school newsletter is the main form of communication with our school community
and is email out to parents each Wednesday. It contains information about current
school events and activities which may interest parents. A community information
notice board is located in the Primary foyer and includes a copy of the latest newsletter.
A copy can be collected from the school office as needed.
The school endeavors to limit the paper work going home in support of our focus for reducing and re-cycling. On rare occasions you may receive notification of excursions or
events during the week from individual class teachers.
Parents can nominate an email account to receive the school newsletter link
electronically.
UNIFORMS
The wearing of school uniform is expected for all students. Items of school uniform
may be purchased from the uniform shop which operates from the Resource room and
is open on two occasions each week.
Monday 8.45 – 9.15am
Friday 3.00 – 3.20pm
New and used uniforms are available at a reasonable cost.
Students are required to wear a sun-safe HAT in Term 1 and 4 as part of its Sun Smart
Policy. These are also available for purchase at the uniform shop.
The following items constitute our SCHOOL UNIFORM. Careful consideration has
been given to quality and price. It is hoped that, within the range of items listed,
individual preferences and needs can be met with scope to mix and match’.
Dress ‘A’ line green and navy on white
Polo top Navy blue or white polo top (short or long sleeves)
Shorts Navy (unisex)
Socks Navy or white
Windcheater Navy (with school emblem)
Winter tunic ‘A’ line (for younger girls) skirt (for older girls) green tartan
Stockings Navy
Tracksuits Navy
Trousers Navy ‘Track and Field’ or fleecy track pants or drill pants
Polar Fleece Navy polar fleece jacket
Rugby Top Navy and green rugby top
Hats Slouch or legionnaire, bucket – green
THE UNIFORM SHOP IS A SCHOOL ASSOCIATION FUNDRAISING INITIATIVE
UNIFORM SHOP PRICE LIST 2014
Although prices are accurate at time of printing they may be subject to change
Opening times during Terms
Monday 8.45 – 9.15am
Friday 3.00 – 3.20pm
Payment by cash or cheque – SORRY NO EFTPOS FACILITIES
SIZE PRICE
Dress - Summer 4 -16 55.00
Winter Tunic 4 -16 70.00
Shorts 4 -16 25.00
Track & Field Pants 4 – 8 35.00
10 – XL 38.00
Track Pants 4 -16 35.00
Drill Pants 4 – 14 34.00
Polo Top 6 - 16 26.00
PLAIN Polo Top (short sleeve) 4 – 14 24.50
PLAIN Polo Top (long sleeve) 6 – 14 26.50
Rugby Jumper 4 – 14 60.00
XS - XL 65.00
Polar Fleece 4 – 16 50.00
Fleecy Jumper 4 -14 15.00 SALE
Soccer Top 6 – XL 30.00
Soccer Shorts 6 – XL 20.00
Soccer Socks 12.00
Hats – Legionnaire, bucket, slouch 10.00
School Bag 65.00
Hair Accessories 5.00
Beanies 12.00
Scarves 17.00
Winter stockings 10.00
PRINCES STREET PRIMARY SCHOOL ASSOCIATION
All parents with children at Princes Street Primary School automatically become
members of the School Association. The parent members, current school staff (both
teaching and non-teaching), and any interested community members together form the
Association.
All parents are encouraged and welcome to attend School Association meetings which
are a useful forum to participate in the life of the school and to raise any issues regarding the operation of the school. The main functions of the School Association are
to:
Provide advice and recommendations to our Principal in relation to the general
operation and management of our school
Aid co-operation between teachers, students, parents and the community
Develop parent participation and involvement in our school
Discuss and approve our school budget
Contribute to policy development and reviews
Involvement in school improvements and developments
Assist with fundraising and school activities
Raise matters of concern as noted by parents or committee members
The School Association is managed by a committee which is made up of the Principal,
seven elected parent representatives, and two staff members. The committee meets
four times a year and holds monthly general meetings (open to all members) which are
run in an open and relaxed manner. Our Association strives to provide support for the
school, both financially, through our fundraising events, and professionally, through the
utilisation of our vast community resources.
CANTEEN
The school canteen is Gold accredited and is open every Wednesday and Friday. Lunch
orders for both days need to be put in on Wednesday. Ice creams are sold on Fridays
only. The canteen menu is issued each term and Friday's menu varies. Parent
Volunteers assist our Canteen Manager. If you are able to volunteer a small amount of
time to assist in the canteen please contact Kate our canteen manager on 6223 3388.
‘CELEBRATIONS’ (School Assemblies)
Celebrations of our students’ great work and achievements take place on a regular basis
on Friday afternoon beginning at 2.00pm in the school hall.
All parents and community members are very welcome to attend and share in our
celebrations.
Dates for our regular school celebrations are advertised in the school newsletter.
REPORTING TO PARENTS
Our Reporting Schedule is as follows:
Term 1
Parent Teacher Welcome Afternoon
The ‘Welcome’ sessions gives all parents the opportunity to meet with their child’s class
teacher early in the year, to foster a supportive partnership between home and school.
Information sheets are sent home to parents about the class, outlining class
expectations, routines and procedures for the year.
Progress Statement
The aim of the Progress Statement is to inform parents about how their child has
settled into school year. It focuses on information about their attitude, effort and
behaviour, and is directly linked to school expectations. This statement will also advise
parents of any early areas of concern.
Term 2
Major Written Report
This comprehensive mid-year report provides clear, detailed information about
students’ progress to date, with comments on achievements and specific learning areas,
highlighting any matters that require attention. This report forms the basis for the
Parent Teacher Discussions.
Parent Teacher Discussions
These meetings provide parents with an opportunity to meet with the class teacher to
discuss students’ individual progress in all learning areas, including areas for future focus.
Specialist Teachers are available for Parent Discussions by appointment if required.
Term 4
Summary Report
This succinct end-of-year report provides parents with a summary statement and
information about their child’s achievements throughout the year, along with English,
Maths, Science, Geography and History end of year assessments.
SCHOOL HOURS
Staff are on site from 8.30am to 4.00pm.
Students should arrive at school between 8.30am and 9.00am (there is no
supervision for students before 8.30am).
Lessons commence at 9.00am.
Recess Break is from 11.00am to 11.30am.
Lunch Break is from 12.50pm to 1.40pm (12.50pm – 1.00pm for eating)
Classes conclude at 3.00pm.
SUPERVISION
Supervision is provided by school staff as follows:
Playground 8.30am to 9.00am, 11.00am to 11.30am, 12.50pm to 1.40pm.
Students are not to arrive before 8.30am. This is for the students’ protection and
safety as there are no teachers on duty prior to 8.30am. No student will leave the
school grounds during the day unless the student is signed out by their parent/carer at
the school office.
Students are encouraged to go home promptly at 3.00pm. Students who are waiting for
parents assemble near the flag pole at the front of the School. Students are not
detained or kept in after hours so you should know the time your child would normally
be expected to reach home. Punctuality is required as students arriving late in the
morning miss the important introduction for their daily work program.
ABSENCES
Students who arrive after 9.15am must be signed in at the school office. Students
leaving school during the school day must be signed out by their parent/carer at the office.
We require notification of any student absence from school. A phone call or message in
advance, is preferable. While this is a courtesy which we appreciate, it is more as a
safety precaution to ensure that your student has arrived at school for the day. Student
absences please phone the school office after 8.30am or email