Principal's Report
Welcome to the Week 6 Newsletter. It is hard to believe that we are halfway through the final term of the year already. It has been a busy term for us at Byford PS, and it will continue to be as we have many events coming up including Swimming Lessons, Kindy and Pre-Primary Orientation, End of Year Concert and Year 6 Graduation.
Planning 2021
Part of our preparation for 2021 is class structures and placements. This can often be a stressful time for school staff and families. While we are planning class structures and placements it is important that we have as much information as possible to make informed decisions that best meet the needs of our students and school. Firstly, I ask that any families that are not planning on returning to Byford PS in 2021 to please let the office know. This will ensure that we have accurate projected enrolments and will hopefully reduce the risk of having to restructure classes once the school year commences. Secondly, if you have any class placement requests based on the educational needs of your child please also forward these onto me. It is important to note that with over 360 students it may not be possible to meet all requests, but all will be considered. Please email this required information to Byford.PS@education.wa.edu.au and attention it to Jody Harrington.
Bus Parking Bay (Clifton St)
Just a reminder that the bus parking bay at the front of the school on Clifton St needs to be left for buses only at drop off and pick up times. There have been a few times recently when the after school care bus has been unable to park as the bay has been in use. We thank you for your assistance with this matter.
End of Year Concert
Due to the fact that we are still in Phase 4 COVID-19 Operating Guidelines our End of Year Concert will look a little different from previous years. As we will be unable to adhere to the one person per 2sqm in an inside venue, the concert will be held outdoors this year. The BPS End of Year Concert will take place on Wednesday 9th December and be held on the school oval. The event will begin at 4:45pm with a formal assembly including the book awards and concert items performed by the students. After the formal part of the evening families will be invited to stay for a picnic dinner if they wish too. The oval will be sectioned off into a picnic blanket area at the front, and chair seating / standing at the rear. A more detailed program will be sent home closer to the event.
Thank you to everyone who has taken the time to introduce themselves to me over the last five weeks. You will find me out and about in the playground most mornings and afternoons so feel free to say hello when you see me.