NAIDOC Week 2025 School Art Competition
I am thrilled to announce that Reuben M has won 1st Prize in the NAIDOC Week 2025 School Art Competition for his year group (Yr5 - Yr6). Reuben's stunning entry will be showcased at The Rocks Discovery Museum and featured on their website from July 1 to July 31, 2025, in celebration of NAIDOC Week (July 6-13). The winners were chosen by a panel from Student Learning Adventures, The Rocks Discovery Museum, and an Aboriginal community representative. A big thank you to Miss El for coordinating this wonderful initiative across our school, and to all our teachers for their invaluable support! When Miss El and I spoke with Reuben this morning and shared the good news with him, Reuben reported that he was very much in shock, and that he was so proud of himself for making this artwork the best it could possibly be.

Principal’s Morning Tea
Yesterday, I had the privlidge of hosting a delightful morning tea to acknowledge and celebrate the hard work and positive learning behaviours exhibited by our students. This event provided a wonderful opportunity for our students to come together, enjoy engaging conversations, and reflect on the successes we have achieved over the term. It is always a highlight of my week to spend time with our students and witness their enthusiasm and growth.

Thank You to our P&C
On behalf of the GRPS teachers and students, I would like to take this opportunity to extend my sincere gratitude to our exceptional P&C Association for their generous support in acquiring new IT equipment for our school.  Their contributions have enabled us to enhance our resources with additional laptops, significantly improving our students' learning experiences and equipping them with the necessary technology to thrive in today's digital landscape.  We expect these laptops to be in classrooms within the next fortnight.

At the last P&C meeting earlier this term, the P&C passed a motion to allocate a significant amount of funding towards upgrading our student laptops.  This dedication not only enriches our students' educational journeys but also exemplifies the strength of community collaboration.  We are appreciative of their ongoing support and enthusiasm in our collective effort to foster a better learning environment.

Thank you once again to the P&C for your generosity and steadfast commitment to our school. Together, we are positively impacting our students' futures.

K-2 Dance Concert Invitation
On behalf of K-2 teachers, we are excited to invite all parents and caregivers to our K-2 Dance Concert on Friday, 4 July.  Join us for a show filled with creativity and talent as our young dancers showcase their hard work and enthusiasm.  There will be two sessions available: 9:45am-10:30am and 2:15pm-3pm.  With a limited number of seats available, we have created a QR code to help us anticipate parent numbers. Please click the below flyer or scan the QR code to secure your tickets for one of the sessions.

We look forward to celebrating this special event with you and your family!

International Competitions and Assessments for Schools (ICAS)
There are currently 66 assessments enrolled in for students in Years 2-6 participating in the ICAS (International Competitions and Assessments for Schools) program, with the exception of Writing, which is available for students in Years 3-6 only.  This initiative provides an opportunity for students to demonstrate their skills and knowledge across various subjects, including English, Mathematics, Science and Spelling Bee.  As an opt-in High Potential and Gifted Education (HPGE) opportunity, ICAS encourages students to engage in academic challenges and gain recognition for their achievements.

Please see the flyer below for all ICAS info.

If you wish for your child to participate in ICAS this year, please go to the Parent Portal to register for your chosen subjects.

You can do this in one of two ways:

1. Direct login link – faster!
Use this link to log directly into the shop and start registering:
https://shop.icasassessments.com/pages/parent-payment/ZXF685

2. Log in using the PPS code:ZXF685
Visit our shop and use our PPS code to log in:
Shop link: https://shop.icasassessments.com/pages/pps

Registration for all subject areas closes on Monday 28 July at 11:59pm.

PSSA Training - Term 3
I am writing to let you know that unfortunately PSSA training will not be offered during Term 3. This decision was made in consultation with school staff and the executive team, taking into account a variety of factors.  We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. We appreciate your understanding and continued support as we work towards providing the best educational experiences for our students.  

Staff Leave - Term 2
Mrs Cooley: 23 June - 4 July
Mrs Ortolani: 23 June - 25 July
Mrs Giesser: 24 June - 24 July

Kind regards,
Clare Baptist - Rel. Principal