Last week both Tracy Skiba and I attended the network conference at Lorne. Our local network consists of schools in the Kingston, Beachside, Stonnington and Glen Eira local councils. This year’s conference was titled, “Reimagining Education”. All delegates were posed with the challenge to create students who are the thinkers and innovators of tomorrow. Guest speakers…
Read moreInternational Women’s Day It was an enormous pleasure to attend the International Women’s Day celebration at the Chinese Consulate last night. There were many visitors in attendance as guests of Mme Kang Xiaolei, wife of the Chinese Consul-General. Guests were entertained with beautiful music and fine food. On behalf of the Toorak Primary School community, I would…
Read moreI have just been notified that the year six students and staff have arrived safely in Canberra. Mr Golden says the children are currently sorting out rooms before having dinner and an early night in preparation for a day touring the sights of Canberra tomorrow.
Read moreThe Year Six students and their teachers departed from Toorak Primary School in a very orderly manner this morning. Mrs Lomas and Mr Golden along with two interns, assured me that they would keep the school informed of activities during the week. Before departure, I reminded the students to make the most of such a…
Read moreCongratulations to Mr Holden for organising such a successful swimming Carnival last Friday. The weather was perfect for the swimming events. Students thoroughly enjoyed the day. A large number of parents were also actively involved with staff adding to the fun through their participation in the relay and the novelty events. Students performed at their personal best…
Read moreStudents may have mentioned that there was a practice lockdown and an allergy practice at school this week.The Department of Education has a rigorous Emergency Management Plan in place for all schools. Throughout the year emergency drills are practised to ensure that, should an actual event occur, all staff members and students are familiar with the procedure….
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