Principal’s Report
We look forward to meeting our families at the upcoming Parent-Teacher Interviews. Please note that this is a student free day at school as the interviews are held during the day and into the evening. This meeting with your child’s teacher is a great opportunity to:
- discuss the Semester 1 2025 report
- learn more about your child’s academic, emotional and social development
- make plans with the teacher about how you can both support your child with their learning growth
As always, please contact myself or our Assistant Principal, Carice D’Rozario, if you have any general concerns or queries.
Compass now, as per advertised on the calendar.
Please note that the Progression Points on the Semester 1
Reports are based on data and evidence from the Learning Tasks completed throughout the semester, in conjunction with other pieces of the student’s work and assessments throughout this past half year.
In addition, there has been a change to student reporting
for Mathematics in Victorian government schools.
All Victorian government schools have started using Mathematics
curriculum 2.0 in 2025. At Emerald Primary School we are using the revised Mathematics curriculum for school reporting from Semester 1 2025.
In your child’s previous report, the teacher reported against the 3 strands of the achievement standard for Mathematics (Number and Algebra, Measurement and Geometry, and Statistics and Probability). Under the Mathematics curriculum 2.0, your child’s teacher will report against the achievement standard, providing a single, aggregated score.
As the achievement standards reported on have changed, the first time you receive a report under the Mathematics curriculum 2.0, it will
only show achievement not progress. For all reports after this, progress will be shown against the single achievement standard.
Parent-Teacher Interviews are being held on, Thursday 3rd June (11.30am to 6.30pm).
This is a great opportunity to discuss your child’s progress and share further queries about the mathematics curriculum 2.0.
A reminder that Thursday 3rd July is a pupil-free day.
Please be advised of the following student free days, when our staff will be completing professional learning activities or parent teacher interviews:
- Thursday 3rd July – Parent-Teacher Interviews.
- Monday 21st July – Curriculum Day: New Victorian Learning and Teaching Model 2.0
- Friday 28th November – Professional Practice Day
For those families using the TheirCare childcare service , they are preparing to have students on the 3rd July, 21st July and 28th November dates: https://theircare.com.au/
- July Events – Term 2:
- Thursday 3rd July – Parent Teacher Interviews
- Friday 4th July – Term 2 Concludes – 2.30pm Finish
- July Events – Term 3:
- Monday 21st July – Curriculum Day – No students at school
- Tuesday 22nd July – Students return to school
- Thursday 24th July – School Council meeting @7.30pm
- Tuesday 29th July – Divisional Netball (Selected Students)
- Wednesday 30th July – Smile Squad
- Wednesday 30th July – Divisional Football (Selected Students)
- Thursday 31st July – Divisional T-Ball (Selected Students)
- August Events:
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- Friday 1st August – Divisional Soccer (Selected Students)
- Monday 4th August – EDEC Basketball (Selected Students)
Emma Clark
Principal
School Academic Awards!
Charlee W
Since starting Prep, Charlee has shown a strong motivation to learn new things and always tries her best in all subject areas. She is an active listener during instruction time and shows her understanding by enthusiastically answering questions or providing insights about a topic. Charlee takes on board her teachers feedback with regards to her learning and will make changes or add more detail to reflect this. Her beaming smile and keenness to share her success with others shows how proud she is of her achievements, and we are too! Charlee, we are very excited to be with you on your schooling journey at EPS. Keep up the amazing work!
Beau B
Beau, you have worked extremely hard in all areas of your schooling this semester, and it is clear that you take great pride in your excellent achievements. You approach each task with care and determination, always striving to do your best. Your commitment to learning and attention to detail are impressive. You are a very conscientious student who consistently demonstrates a strong work ethic and a positive attitude. These qualities make you a wonderful role model in our classroom. Keep up the fantastic effort, Beau, your hard work is truly paying off!
Forrest T
You are such a clever and creative thinker, and your imagination really shines through in everything you do. You’ve worked hard this semester, and it’s been great to see you keep hold of your growth mindset, even when things get tricky. We are really proud of how much stronger and more resilient you’ve become. You grasp learning concepts very quickly and do a wonderful job of applying them in your learning. However, your best skill would have been the exciting and animated stories you share with the class! Keep being curious, keep creating, and keep challenging yourself Forrest!
Piper H
It has been such a delight watching Piper’s academic growth shine this semester. She is so focused during all her tasks, she listens carefully and respectfully, consistently sharing her amazing knowledge in a quiet but confident manner. It is so pleasing to see her clearly explain her thoughts and the strategies she uses consistently to assist her learning. Piper has a wonderful ability to grasp new concepts quickly, but it is with her reading and story writing tasks where she absolutely glows and it is such a delight listening to her share her wonderful stories. Congratulations Piper, you are a Super Star.
Molly C
Molly is a conscientious student who brings a positive and enthusiastic attitude to her learning each day. She shows excellence across all areas of the curriculum. She approaches every task with care, taking her time to produce neat, accurate, and thoughtfully detailed work. Her strong commitment to doing her best shines through in all that she does. Her genuine love of learning and kind, focused nature makes her a joy to have in the classroom. Well done Molly on a wonderful semester of learning and achievement.
Blake L
For achieving outstanding results across the whole curriculum. You continuously produce high quality work, in both Mathematics and English. You challenge yourself and are dedicated to building your knowledge and understanding when you encounter new concepts. You are a role model within our class, and your knowledge makes you a fantastic point of support for many of your peers. Congratulations on receiving the 1/2PM Term 2 Academic award!
Charlie P
Charlie brings steady focus and genuine effort to his learning, tackling each task with care and seeking ways to improve. His thoughtful approach to classwork reflects a true commitment to growing his skills and understanding. Alongside his academic efforts, Charlie consistently shows kindness and encouragement to those around him, lifting others while he strives and applies his learning. His dedication and supportive nature make him a standout presence in our classroom.
Annie S
Annie is a conscientious and dedicated student who approaches every learning opportunity with focus and determination. She consistently puts forth her best effort, completing tasks to a high standard and thoughtfully applying feedback to further refine and enrich her work. Annie embraces challenges and participates diligently in extension activities, always seeking ways to improve and uplevel her learning. Her quiet perseverance, intrinsic motivation, and commitment to excellence make her a standout role model among her peers in 1/2W.
Harper S
Harper has made excellent progress this semester, especially in reading, writing, and maths. Her enthusiasm for reading shines through in her strong comprehension and thoughtful insights. In writing, she is growing in confidence, developing her ideas with greater detail and structure. Harper approaches maths with a positive attitude, she enjoys working with others, and tackle challenges with enthusiasm. Her consistent effort and love of learning is wonderful to see, well done!
Julian G
Julian is a dedicated student who exemplifies a strong commitment to learning and academic excellence, especially in Mathematics. He embraces challenges as opportunities to grow, approaching every task with determination and resilience. His outstanding results reflect not only his hard work but also his perseverance in overcoming obstacles. Julian actively seeks feedback to deepen his understanding, viewing mistakes as valuable steps on the path to success. With his sharp analytical skills, he consistently finds innovative solutions to problems. Congratulations to Julian, the well-deserved recipient of the 3H Academic Award!
Charlotte S
What a brilliant start to the year Charlotte has had! She is always striving to create work of the highest possible standard and consistently has fabulous idea that she contributes to so many different topics. She tackles problems head-on with great determination and is comfortable jumping into the learning pit to challenge herself. Throughout this semester, she has consistently demonstrated her ability to achieve excellence across all areas of her schooling. You should be extremely proud of everything you have achieved. Congratulations Charlotte!
Philip H
Pip, you stand out as a curious, persistent, and determined learner who has achieved wonderful results this semester. Your reflective and insightful nature has seen you actively seek new challenges, striving to excel. You have clear goals when beginning learning tasks, and the positive way you respond to feedback only serves to enhance your work and skills. Congratulations on all that you have achieved so far at school. I know that if you continue to have such a thirst to understand and explore, you will go far.
Alyssa S
Alyssa’s attitude towards learning (and everyday) is driven by passion, determination, and respect. Her exemplary work ethic and her ability to become completely absorbed within her work, make her an exceptional student, always striving to do her best. Alyssa has a quiet confidence and shows leadership through collaboration, integrity and inclusivity. She doesn’t shy away from an extra challenge in maths and has a positive growth mindset. In reading, she builds upon conversations about literature and writes with rich vocabulary, figurative language and voice. You are a delight to teach and should be so proud of all your outstanding achievements. Congratulations, Alyssa!
Scout C
Scout is a curious, motivated and thoughtful learner who consistently goes above and beyond. She quickly grasps new concepts and actively seeks challenges to extend her thinking and understanding. Scout takes feedback with maturity and uses it to improve her work, showing a strong growth mindset. She works exceptionally well with others, sharing ideas and supporting her peers, and always brings a positive attitude to group tasks. Above all, Scout takes great pride in everything she does, approaching each task with care, creativity and effort.
Alicia G
For outstanding and consistent effort in every task, challenge and project. Alicia demonstrates a positive attitude to all her learning, diving into the ‘Learning Pit’ and not shying away from new or difficult topics. Her results reflect her effort, determination and persistence in all areas of her learning. Congratulations Alicia!
Nathan W
Nathan is a diligent and highly capable student who is an invaluable member of our Grade 5 learning community. He consistently demonstrates outstanding academic achievement across all areas of the curriculum. Nathan strives to do his best by thinking critically about his learning and always aiming to produce high-quality work. He is comfortable in the learning pit and collaborates effectively with others. Nathan, your dedication and work ethic are something to be proud of; I have no doubt you will continue to excel throughout the remainder of the year. Well done on a truly outstanding semester 1 in Grade 5 at Emerald Primary School.
Tommy M
Tommy is a dedicated and enthusiastic learner who consistently shines in English, demonstrating exceptional skill in both reading and writing. His creativity, thoughtful insights, and strong command of language set him apart. Beyond his natural talent, Tommy approaches all areas of learning with determination and a strong work ethic, always striving to master new concepts. His commitment to excellence makes him a truly deserving recipient of this award.
Jude B
This semester, Jude has consistently demonstrated a curious and analytical mind, with a particular passion and talent for Mathematics. His thoughtful questions, logical reasoning, and eagerness to explore new ideas set him apart as a deeply engaged and reflective learner. Jude approaches every challenge with determination and a genuine love of learning, making him a standout member of 6A and a and a thoroughly deserving recipient of the 6A Academic Award. Congratulations, Jude!
Mia D
Mia is receiving the Academic Award for her outstanding achievement across all areas of school, with particular excellence in reading and writing. She demonstrates a remarkable talent for language, captivating her audience with every piece she produces. Her strong work ethic and consistent dedication to learning make her a standout student. Mia’s passion for English is evident in all she does, and her love for words continues to inspire those around her.
Chloe S
Chloe consistently shows a commitment to excellence across her studies. She performs at a high level in reading, writing and mathematics, demonstrating strong academic ability and a genuine love of learning. Chloe is a focused and diligent student who approaches challenges with a growth mindset and determination. She collaborates well with a range of peers, always contributing positively to our classroom environment and efficiently managing her responsibilities within the demands of a busy Year 6 curriculum. Chloe, you should be proud of your outstanding efforts and achievements so far this year.
Oliver B 1/2PM
Oliver is a very happy and positive student during all Physical Education lessons. He has demonstrated excellent skills when catching, throwing and dribbling a ball. Ollie has also shown outstanding knowledge and skill when participating in various athletics and striking sports such as hockey and t-ball. Congratulations Ollie!
Jensen B 6A
It has been fantastic to see Jensen approach Physical Education with such focus. He has worked hard on his athletics skills in events such as discus and shot put. Jensen is always willing to ask questions and listen to feedback in order to improve and master the set skill. Congratulations Jensen, you bring such positive energy to Physical Education. Well done!
Daisy W 1/2F
This award celebrates a young artist who has shown wonderful focus, creativity, and a love for learning in the art room. She approaches each activity with curiosity and care, always trying her best and showing great pride in her artwork. Her growing artistic skills and imaginative ideas make her a shining star in Visual Arts. Congratulations Daisy!
Peyton G 5D
For his outstanding skills and performance in all activities during Physical Education lessons. Peyton is determined to perfect his skills and has achieved fantastic results in athletics, football and volleyball. He is a hardworking student who has should be proud of achievements. Congratulations Peyton!
Kirby P 1/2H
The Performing Arts Award goes to someone whose quiet dedication speaks volumes. With a sharp attention to detail, they performed with great flair in their Music Video. They also have worked with careful deliberation on their character work this term.
Vicki M 6B
This Performing Arts Award goes to someone whose talents shine both on the stage and behind the scenes. Her impassioned public speaking and skillful set design have left a lasting impression on audiences and teachers alike. This award is for her inspiring work and creative dedication.
Annalise A 1/2PM
Annalise is an enthusiastic and dedicated learner in Nihongo. She approaches every lesson with positivity, focus and determination, never giving up when things get challenging. Her ability to stay engaged and build on her learning week by week has led to impressive progress. Annalise always gives her best effort and brings a cheerful energy to the classroom – her bright smile and positive attitude uplift everyone around her.
Lachlan A 6B
Lachlan approaches his Japanese studies with determination and a strong desire to grow. He consistently pushes himself to take on new challenges, always seeking opportunities to extend and deepen his language skills. His dedication, curiosity, and willingness to go beyond the expected have led to impressive growth. Lachlan’s proactive approach to learning makes him a standout student of Japanese and well deserving of this award.
Hunter H PG
For his outstanding academic achievement in his water cycle learning task and his consistent dedication to learning during STEM. Well done Hunter!
Erica T 4SB
For her excellent academic progress in all areas of STEM and her outstanding work ethic. Keep up the great work Erica!
Upcoming Events …
Smile Squad is coming to Emerald Primary School
Dear families,
The Smile Squad team from EACH are coming to our school from Wednesday 30th July 2025.
Smile Squad is the Victorian Government free school dental program.
This means all students can get a free dental check-up, preventive services, and treatment at school.
How to access free dental care
We need your consent before we can provide services. Consent is usually provided by a parent or guardian.
Sign up to Smile Squad at: https://bit.ly/smilesquadvic
Please complete and submit the consent form, this will be sent directly to EACH.
Paper copies of the consent form are available. Please contact the school office if you would like to request one.
The electronic consent form can be translated into more than 100 languages, and the paper form is available in 13 languages.
If so please bring them to the Emerald SES to be recycled. Emerald Primary School is now a registered donation partner with the Victorian Container Deposit Scheme. So your rubbish can be recycled and each empty container earns 10c. Please donate the money you collect to our school, so we can fundraise for more drink taps on the school oval.
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Friday Meal Deal
May the 4th be with you
Pizza the Hutt
(BBQ chicken pizza)
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Wookie Cookie
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Red licorice
$8.00
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