From the Principal
At our Community Council Meeting this week we reflected on the 2020 school year and were thankful for the position we currently find ourselves compared to so many in the world. Thank you to all the parents who attended and participated in the fruitful discussion.
We welcomed new Community Council members Hugh and Belinda Clifford, Michael Rix and Leilah Ayton. We also elected our new Community Council Executive of Katie Matthews (Chairperson), Anne O'Donoghue (Deputy Chairperson) and Carly Bonny (Secretary) who will work alongside continuing Treasurer Dan Payne and myself.
We offer a big thank you to outgoing Chairperson, John Nottt, who has been a positive and encouraging leader of the Community Council for two years and
A full list of the members of the Community Council can be found on our school website.a member of the Fees Committee. Thank you also to outgoing Deputy Chairperson, Craig Neiberding, who has played a very active and supportive role in organising fetes and providing advice to various subcommittees, in particular the 1 to 1 technology group. They will both be continuing to be active members of the Community Council.
School Uniform changes
In late 2020 the Community Council agreed to a number of changes to the school uniform. The key focus of these changes was to allow for a more modern design of the sports uniform and more durable fabric for the polo shirts and hat.
Changes to the uniform will be a two-year transition, with all students expected to be in the new uniform by the beginning of 2023. This will allow students to continue to wear old uniform items and outgrow them before purchasing new uniform items. The only exception will be Kindergarten and other new students from 2022 who will have the new uniform items.
What has changed?
Most ordinary uniform items will remain the same. The main changes to the school uniform are:
Sport Uniform:
| Current | New |
| Royal Blue Sports Polo (Short & Long Sleeve) | Navy Blue Sports Polo with Sky Blue & White accent (Short & Long Sleeve) |
| Maroon Sports Shorts/Skort | Navy Microfibre Sports Shorts (Boys & Girls fits available) |
| Maroon track pants (winter) | Navy Blue fleeced and cuff track pants |
Ordinary Uniform:
| Current | New |
| Royal Blue Hat | Navy Blue Bucket Hat with school logo |
| Navy Skort | Navy Blue |
The following photos show an example of some of the school uniform ch
anges that are occurring. A full outline of the school uniform is available on our school website and as a tile on theSZapp.
It is expected that all students are in the appropriate uniform each day. Sports uniform is to be worn each Wednesday and Friday.
We are mindful that families may have already purchased uniforms for this year and you may see that some students are already wearing parts of the new uniform. During the transition it is acceptable to wear parts of the current and new uniform.
How to purchase
The new sports uniform is now available for purchase from the Clothing Pool. The updated price list is available in Qkr, on our school website and the Uniform tile onSZapp.
The Clothing Pool have a range of current uniform options in limited sizes that are heavily discounted. This may be a great option for students in Years 5 and 6 who need new uniforms but only for the transition period. A range of second-hand uniform options also remain available for purchase. These items are only available for in-person purchase at the Clothing Pool.
When purchasing uniforms the preferred method of payment is v
ia QKR. Due to COVID-19 restrictions the Clothing Pool appreciates minimal use of cash sales where possible.
The Clothing Pool is usually open on Friday mornings before school and other open times are advertised on SZapp each week.
If you have any questions please email stjohnsclothingpool@gmail.com
We're looking forward to our students enjoying a more modern and comfortable time at school as they learn and play.
Swimming Carnival on Monday
We're looking forward to our Swimming Carnival this coming Monday. Th
ank you to the Year 3 and 4 teachers for organising the day and to the many parents who wil be attending to assist. We couldn't do it without you.
If you need a reminder of the details then please click on the link here.
Lastly, congratulations to our Year 6 student on receving their leadership badges this week.
God Bless,
Matthew Garton
Principal