Dear Parents and Carers,
Welcome to the 2025 school year! I am delighted to welcome back our returning families and extend a warm greeting to those joining us for the first time. Our school proudly represents over 55 cultural backgrounds, with more than 60% of our students speaking a language other than English at home. EVPPS is a friendly, inclusive community, and I am confident you will enjoy your time with us.
Exciting Changes in 2025
This year, we are introducing an additional class due to increased enrolments.
- Room 11 is now ECE 4, home to Kindy 4A and Kindy 4B, taught by Mrs Annette Newman, whom we warmly welcome to our school.
- Kindy 2A remains in ECE 2, taught by Linda Gerovich.
- Over the Christmas break, we received a new classroom (Room 14), which will house a Year 3 class, taught by Rhys Thurston.
- We also welcome Kylie Adams, who joins us as a Year 1 teacher in Room 1. She is excited to be joining the team here at EVPPS.
2025 Class Structure
Early Childhood Education (ECE)
- Kindy ECE 2A (Mon, Tues, alternate Wed) – Linda Gerovich & Rachael Warnerford (Ed. Assistant)
- Kindy ECE 4A (Mon, Tues, alternate Wed) – Annette Newman & TBA (Ed. Assistant)
- Kindy ECE 4B (alternate Wed, Thurs, Fri) – Annette Newman & Karen Nettleton (Ed. Assistant)
- ECE 1 – Elizabeth Wong & Mel Smit (Ed. Assistant)
- ECE 3 – Kate Kay & Jody Cunningham (Ed. Assistant)
Primary Classes
- Room 1, Year 1 – Kylie Adams
- Room 2, Year 1 – Deb Gerstorfer (Mon-Tues) & Melinda Coleman (Wed-Fri)
- Room 3, Year 1/2 – Allison Cutri
- Room 4, Year 2 – Paul Young
- Room 5, Year 2 – Eloise Moody
- Room 6, Year 3 – Ryan Hadland
- Room 14, Year 3 – Rhys Thurston
- Room 13, Year 3/4 – Luke Cutler
- Room 12, Year 4 – Kaegan Brown
- Room 7, Year 4/5 – Tristan Jones
- Room 8, Year 5 – Arthur Clarke
- Room 9, Year 6 – Grace Allan
- Room 10, Year 6 – Hannah Cox (Mon-Wed) & Rachel Yee (Thurs-Fri)
Specialist & Support Staff
- Languages (Japanese): David Pemberton (Mon-Tues)
- Music: Alison Motherwell (Wed-Fri)
- Science: Martha Walters (Mon-Wed), Rachel Yee (Wed)
- Physical Education: Kelly Walker
- EAL/D & Literacy Intervention: Petra Hess
- Library Officer: Sandi Ward (Tues-Fri)
- Special Needs Education Assistants: Marama Spina, Amanda Keswick, Hanifah Walton, Tom Barrett, Michelle Folland, Blanca Whyte, Devi Goltum
Office Staff:
- School Officers: Ally Perry, Seonaid Clough (Mon-Wed), Marisa Edwards (Thurs-Fri)
- Manager Corporate Services: Lynda Fenton
Save the Date
Thursday 20 February 2025 | 5:00 – 6:00 PM – Welcome BBQ
Join us for a sausage sizzle and class meetings with your child’s teacher.
Term 1 Focus Areas
Teachers worked together on Monday and Tuesday this week to plan for the coming year. As part of our continued focus on school improvement, through our CORE values of Care, Organise, Respect and Engage we would like to inform you of the following changes, changes that we know will enhance the learning for all.
1. Organise – Be on Time
Our first focus is to be on time for school. Classrooms open at 8:30 AM, and the first lesson begins at 8:50 AM. Students should use this time to prepare for the day by following their teacher’s morning routine.
We ask for your assistance to facilitate this by informing you of the following:
🔹 Parents are kindly asked to exit classrooms by 8:50 AM.
🔹 The school gates (near Kindy ECE 2, administration and the bike enclosure) will be locked at 8:55 AM.
🔹 Late arrivals are report to the office for a late note before entering the school and going to their classroom via the senior courtyard door in administration.
Why Being on Time Matters:
✔ Maximises Learning Time – No missed instructions.
✔ Builds Good Habits – Teaches responsibility.
✔ Reduces Disruptions – Keeps lessons smooth.
✔ Boosts Confidence – Helps students feel prepared.
✔ Encourages Respect – Shows courtesy to teachers and classmates.
✔ Improves Academic Performance – Leads to better engagement.
✔ Strengthens Friendships – Helps students settle in and socialise.
2. Care and Organise – Neat & Tidy Bookwork
We are reinforcing the importance of clear and organised work across all year levels. Expectations will be adjusted according to the year level of the child.
Bookwork Expectations:
Write the Date & Title – Every piece of work should start with the full date and a clear title.
Use a Sharp Pencil or Pen – Write in pencil until instructed otherwise. Use only blue or black pens.
Ruler for Straight Lines – Use a ruler for underlining, diagrams, tables, and margins.
Neat Handwriting – Write clearly, using correct letter formation and spacing.
Margins Matter – Always draw a margin on the left side unless the book already has one.
No Scribbling or Graffiti – Keep work neat. Mistakes should be crossed out neatly with a single line.
Start at the Top & Work Down – Do not skip pages or start in the middle of a page unless instructed.
Glue in Worksheets Neatly – No folded or messy pages.
Keep Books in Good Condition – No torn pages, bent corners, or stains.
Store Books Properly – Keep books stacked neatly in their designated place.
Why Neat Bookwork Matters:
✔ Enhances Learning – Organised notes make review easier.
✔ Builds Good Habits – Encourages discipline and organisation.
✔ Improves Presentation – Helps teachers assess work clearly.
✔ Reduces Stress – A structured workspace boosts focus.
✔ Boosts Confidence – Well-presented work fosters pride in learning.
Thank you for your support in making EVPPS a great place to learn and grow. We look forward to working with you throughout 2025.
Kind regards,
Kim Knowles
Principal