Unfortunately we have had to continue to leave our Infectious Disease update at the top of our bulletin. We ask that if your child is symptomatic you do not send them to school and we thank you advance as we acknowledge this can be challenging, especially for working parents.

Out of precaution, we have decided to inform you. If your child does test positive for COVID-19 and/or any other infectious disease we ask you contact the school via email Ivanhoe.east.ps@education.vic.gov.au and it is recommended that they isolate for a minimum of 5 days and not attend school until their symptoms have resolved.

In relation to Covid-19 it is recommended that rapid antigen tests (RATs) are used by students and staff:

• If you have symptoms of COVID-19 infection, no matter how mild
• If you are a household or close contact of someone who has COVID-19
• If you are a social contact of someone who has COVID-19.

Rapid Antigen Tests are also available from the front office, please don’t hesitate to come in and collect as needed.

2024 Prep Enrolments (Due by July 28^th)

Please note that all enrolments, including siblings claims and in zone enrolments need to be submitted by Friday 28^th of July. Please collect an enrolment form from our front office or online via our website.

We also have a Prospective Prep Information Night on Wednesday 14^th of June. If you are interested in participating please fill out the below form.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdxfDlJ3I-8zplUfDAtKq81tupMAE2R29K_Wfp_-D3iG0Cycg/viewform?usp=sf_link

Mobile Phone/Watches

A friendly reminder that our Mobile Phone Policy states that all phones and devices that connect to cellular networks and/or can take photos/videos, are handed in at the start of the day. These are then returned to students at the end of the day. Any students who are wearing these devices are required to follow this policy and we appreciate your support in this and ask you to have a conversation with your child if this relates to them.

Traffic/Car Parking

Further to student safety, we thank everyone who adheres to the local government and Vic Roads laws regarding the use of vehicles in and around both the school and community. Unfortunately, we have heard complaints of cars sitting across driveways and students exiting cars when not properly parked. We have been in communication with Banyule Council and they will be conducting spot checks before the end of term.

We thank you in advance for your cooperation and support with this matter that impacts not only student safety but that of the wider community.

Canteen Menu

Thank you to our students and the wider community for their feedback on our canteen menu. We have made the following amendments and additions from the feedback gained.

Our special daily meals will now feature the following:

• Tuesday = Lasagna
• Wednesday = Chicken & Napoli Pasta
• Thursday = Beef Burger
• Friday = Super Snags & Toasted Sandwiches

Furthermore, we have added Sausage Rolls to the menu as a daily option as well as Home-made Pumpkin Soup and Chicken & Vegetable Soup. We have also added Cheese and Crackers to our snacks menu.

All these items will be available from Tuesday 13^th of June.

IEPS Food Drive

Thank you to everyone who has donated. We have received a great number of donations to date, and these will be collected and donated to Foodbank this Friday afternoon.

Science Learning Expo & Art Show

On Thursday 15^th of June, we will be having an open afternoon to showcase all the Science Inquiry learning that has been going on in classrooms this term. This will be followed by the IEPS Art Show.

Date: Thursday 15^th June
Time: 2.30 pm – 3.30 pm (Science Learning Showcase) 3.30pm – 4.30pm (Art Show)
Location: Science Learning Showcase will be in classrooms. Art Show will be in the Performing Arts Room in the SPACE center.

Code Camp Expressions of Interest

Code Camp are introducing new programs as featured below and are asking for our community’s interest in the possibility of running these events here at IEPS.

• Little Coders (Prep - Grade 1) - introduction into Coding.
• Curious Minds (Prep - Grade 2) - introduction into the world of science and technology.
• Minecraft Education (Grade 2 - 6)

www.codecamp.com.au/as-eoi/ivanhoe-east 

Long Weekend Reminder

School will resume on Tuesday 13^th of June.

A reminder that we now have a community Instagram account, this account is used to connect with our wider community, promote school events and give an insight into our facilities, incursions, excursions, and all of the wonderful teaching & learning that is happening at IEPS. You can follow our movements by networking with us @ivanhoeeastprimaryschool on Instagram.

Tom Boyle

Acting Principal

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***STUDENTS PURCHASING FROM THE SCHOOL CANTEEN USING CASH***

To avoid disappointment, please do not send your child to school with large notes (over $5) to purchase items from the canteen, as we do not have the change to give them. Also, please ensure your coins are Australian monetary coins and not of international currency.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - Thursday 8th June

We are in urgent need of volunteers in the Canteen. If you are able to spare a few hours it would be appreciated. Please follow the link below for the Canteen Roster.

Please place your name in the relevant time and day/date on the roster if you would like to Volunteer.

Canteen Roster - Term 2 2023

Phone: 03 9499 2171
Email: canteen@ivanhoeeastps.vic.edu.au