Principal's Piece
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Key Points Prep Transition – first Open Afternoon a success, next one Friday 4 December, bookings essential Year 6 Events – our Year 6 students visit High School this week, followed by Year 6 camp RotaKids' Dinner – great event last week to celebrate RotaKids' achievements this year Classes for 2021 – students meet teacher and go to classrooms on 7 December Book Drop Off – Friday 22 January – staggered times for families Virtual End of Year Parade – Friday 4 December with announcements of 2021 school leaders Student Free Days – 10 /11 December are Student Free Days – school finishes on Wednesday 9 December Free Dress – Tuesday 8 December (Red/Green/Christmas) and Wednesday 9 December – older clothes for Clean Up day |
This year has certainly been an interesting and different one in so many ways. As a school we have been very appreciative of the wonderful parent and community support we have received throughout the year. As we head into the last six days of school, we have many reasons to stop and celebrate the successes and the challenges we have overcome. We still have quite a few events and special days to enjoy as we head towards the end of the 2020 school year.
Prep Transition
Last Friday we welcomed our 2021 Prep students and a parent to visit the Prep classrooms. This was part of our transition process to introduce the Kindy kids to school life. It was wonderful to see them engaging with the teachers and each other.
Our final transition afternoon will be Friday 4 December from 2.15-3.00pm. There are still some spots available. Bookings are essential on 4975 8333 or admin@calliopess.eq.edu.au
RotaKids' Dinner
Last week our RotaKids celebrated their achievements throughout the year with the Calliope Rotary Club. They spoke about their activities and the focus on student wellbeing for 2020.
Classes for 2021
On Monday 7 December, students will meet their 2021 teacher where possible and visit their 2021 classroom. Students will bring home a sheet of paper outlining their class, teacher and classroom for next year. At this stage we are working on having 27 classes in 2021. This will depend on any new enrolments or departures over the holiday break. Classes are not finalised until after Day 8 (5 February) next year.
Book Drop Off
Book Drop Off is happening on Friday January 22 between 1.30-3.00pm at this stage. This year, to meet COVID guidelines, we will be staggering the times families can attend. We will be grouping families according to surname and ask that you only attend Book Drop Off during your allocated time, to maintain number restrictions for adults to attend the school.
1.30-2.00pm – Surnames A-G
2.00-2.30pm – Surnames H-O
2.30-3.00pm – Surnames P-Z
Changes will only occur if Education Queensland COVID guidelines are changed over the holiday break, due to new information.
End of Year Parade
Our End of Year Parade and Principal’s Awards will be a virtual parade again this term, shared on Friday 4 December. During this parade the announcements of our 2021 School Leaders will be made. Look out for some other special videos during the last few days as well!
Student Free Days
Free Dress
Students are allowed to wear free dress Green/Red/Christmas clothes on Tuesday 8 December and older clothes on Wednesday 9 December for ‘Clean Up’ day. All clothes must be sun safe and appropriate for school. Closed in shoes are required.
Regards
Raelene Norris
Deputy Principal