Despite the ongoing impact of COVID-19 on our world, I trust everyone has had an enjoyable break from the routines of school life and have had the opportunity to recharge the batteries. We’re hoping 2021 sees a lessening of restrictions, with plenty of initiatives and programs on the agenda, as we strive for continuous improvement. I hope all our students, parents and staff members are ready to be part of our team and engage in our continuing journey in Paradise.
A very big welcome to Brad Lardner and Jessica Williams who will be making their debuts with us this year. Apart from these changes we are very fortunate to have the vast majority of staff with us again this year which is invaluable in moving forward in our planning and shared understanding of what we are trying to achieve.
As in the past two years we again have a focus theme for our school.
In 2019 it was – Be the best you can be ( BTBYCB )
In 2020 - Making a difference ( MAD ) was our focus
This year 2021 it’s going to be – Focus on improvement ( FOI )
As I mentioned to the staff and students it’s not that we’re going to forget BTBYCB and MAD, we’re just going to keep continuous improvement at the forefront of our thinking and actions this year.
Current guidelines re COVID-19:
COVID Safe Check-in
Basically, things haven’t changed a great deal in that parents and carers are still encouraged to remain outside the school grounds. That said, should you need to come into the school to purchase something or attend a scheduled meeting the following requirements are in place –
From Term 1 2021, all NSW public schools use the Service NSW COVID Safe Check-inExternal link.
Look for the COVID Safe QR code posters when you enter your child’s school. Be sure to sign in at the school administration building according to your school’s visitor guidelines. Parents and carers who are only dropping off and picking up students do not need to check in using the Service NSW QR code.
What’s changed
The following activities have been updated:
- Schools can now turn on water fountains and bubblers for students to use.
- Schools in the border regions can recommence swimming and other activities using venues in other states or territories if border requirements permit.
- P&C meetings can continue.Field trips, excursions and camps to VIC, QLD and ACT can continue where interstate border requirements permit
Keep an eye on this space as things are likely to change week by week.
