Principal's Report
Welcome back to Term 4. It is hard to believe that we are in the last term of the school year, and it is certainly going to be another busy one with lots of end of year activities and events planned. Check out the save the dates below so you don’t miss any important dates this term.
Staffing Update
This term we have welcomed two new members of staff to our Byford PS team. Firstly, we have welcomed Mr Alex Jackson who is teaching in Room 16, and we have also welcomed Mrs Kiralee Holcombe who is teaching in Room 4. I know you will all join in welcoming both Mr Jackson and Mrs Holcombe to our school.
Planning 2025
Part of our preparation for 2025 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 2025 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 410 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. Please have your requests to Ms Harrington by Friday 15th November.
Faction Captains 2025
Last term our Year 5 students had the opportunity to nominate for School Captains in 2025, and we congratulate Maiton and Christian for being selected for this role. This term, the focus turns to selecting our Faction Captains for 2025. Any interested Year 5 students are asked to submit a nomination letter to Ms Harrington by Friday 1st November, this will then be followed by speeches which will take place on Wednesday 6th November. Good luck to our Year 5 students. The results will be announced at the End of Year Concert.
Save the Date
With so many activities and events coming up this term here is a list of save the dates for your calendar. Keep an eye out in your children’s school bags and Class Dojo for more detailed information about each event. These will be sent home or placed on Class Dojo closer to each event.
Monday 28 October to Friday 1 November – Swimming Lessons
Friday 1 November – Faction Captain 2025 Nomination Letters due to Ms Harrington
Wednesday 6 November – Year 6 Faction Captain 2025 Speeches
Friday 8 November – P & C Crazy Dress Day
Friday 8 November – Year 6 Camp 2025 Fundraising Committee Meeting (5.30pm School Oval)
Monday 11 November – Remembrance Day
Wednesday 13 November – Assembly Rooms 4 & 5
Thursday 14 November – Byford Community Kindergarten 2025 Parent Information Session
Monday 18 November to Friday 22 November – Year 6 Camp
Monday 18 November – Kindy Messy Play (Blue Group)
Tuesday 19 November – Kindy Teddy Bear Picnic (Blue Group)
Thursday 21 November – Kindy Messy Play (Yellow Group)
Friday 22 November – Kindy Teddy Bear Picnic (Yellow Group)
Tuesday 26 November – Kindergarten 2025 Parent Information Session (Group 1 Blue)
Wednesday 27 November – Assembly Room 12
Thursday 28 November – Kindergarten 2025 Parent Information Session (Group 2 Yellow)
Thursday 28 November – Byford Secondary College Year 6 Orientation
Thursday 28 November - BPS Open Board Meeting (3:15pm School Library)
Friday 29 November – Pre-primary 2025 Parent Information Session
Tuesday 3 December – Blue Group Kindy Concert (2.15pm start)
Wednesday 4 December – End of Year Concert commencing at 5.30pm on the School Oval
Friday 6 November – Yellow Group Kindy Concert (2.15pm start)
Tuesday 10 December – Semester 2 Reports emailed home, Class Lists 2025 displayed
Wednesday 11 December – Year 6 Graduation
Thursday 12 December – Year 6 Graduation Excursion
Thursday 12 December – Last Day of School for all students (Kindy Blue last day Tuesday 10 December)
Jody Harrington