Hello Fernbrooke Community,

Celebrating Learning in Our Classrooms

This week, I had the wonderful opportunity to visit our Year 2, 3, and 5 classrooms and explore their Learning Walls. These walls are an important part of our teaching approach and are used across all year levels.

Learning Walls provide students with visual prompts and guidance to support their learning. They are sometimes affectionately referred to as the "Third Teacher" in the room because of the valuable support they offer.

A big thank you to the students who proudly shared how they use the Learning Walls in their classrooms.

Parents, I encourage you to ask your children about the Learning Walls in their class—it's a great way to start a conversation about what they’re learning at school!

Staffing Update

Commencing next week, I will be taking planned long service leave and will return on Monday, 23 June (Week 10). During this time, there will be several temporary staffing changes across the school for the remainder of Term 2 and the beginning of Term 3. Please see the details below:

• Weeks 8 and 9
• Acting Principal: Mr Shane Hancock
• Acting Deputy Principal (Years 3 & 4): Miss Kasey Curwen
• Weeks 8 to 10
• Engagement Coach: Mrs Charli Valeri
• Classroom Teacher for 2D: Mrs Rosemary Galvez
• Week 10 (Term 2) and Weeks 1 & 2 (Term 3)
• Mrs Theresa Parker will be on long service leave
• Acting Deputy Principal (Years Prep to 2): Miss Kasey Curwen

• Weeks 1 & 2 (Term 3)

• Engagement Coach: Mrs Ildiko Thorne
• Classroom Teacher for 5F: Pending confirmation

We appreciate your support and understanding as we implement these temporary changes to ensure a smooth continuation of teaching and learning during this period.

Attendance and Punctuality

Over the past fortnight, we have noticed an increase in the number of students arriving late to school. Please remember that teaching and learning begins promptly when the morning bell rings and students enter the classroom.

If your child is experiencing difficulties getting to school on time, establishing consistent routines at home can make a big difference. Here are some helpful suggestions:

• Set a regular bedtime and wake-up time
• Prepare the school uniform and pack the school bag the night before
• Have a set time for starting and finishing breakfast
• Allocate a specific time each day for completing homework
• Speak positively about school and the importance of being prepared

If you are facing challenges in getting your child to school on time or regularly, please don’t hesitate to contact your child’s teacher. Together, we can work as a team to support your child and improve their attendance and punctuality.

Vale Mark Panoho

Last week, our school community experienced the heartbreaking loss of a truly wonderful person, Mark Panoho.

Mark was a valued member of the Delta team, the company that supports our school in maintaining our facilities. As our school’s Facilities Manager, Mark played a significant role in shaping and caring for our grounds. His work can be seen in the beautiful gardens and landscaped spaces that our students and staff enjoy every day.

Mark brought dedication, kindness, and a warm presence to our school. His care for both staff and students was evident in everything he did, and his contribution to our community was much more than just his work—it was who he was.

On behalf of the entire school community, we extend our heartfelt condolences to Mark’s family. We are all the richer for having known him.

Rest in peace, Mark.

Scott

Principal