2025, Term 3, Edition 10 - Junior School

Celebrating People, Culture and Community

We hope all students and families had a restful break.

This term, Melissa Roberton is on long service leave. In her absence, I am delighted to be stepping in as Acting Head of Junior School, working closely with Bridgette Reale as Acting Head of Junior School Teaching and Learning.

We are thrilled to congratulate Melissa Roberton and Shane Bell, who have been recognised as two of the Most Influential Teachers in Australia for 2025. This is a truly outstanding achievement that reflects their dedication and impact in education.

A warm welcome back to Tatum Sakeson and Maria Ramos-Chan, who have returned from maternity leave. It’s wonderful to have them both back in our school community.

Our term began with a Welcome Assembly, where we celebrated our school values with the presentation of our Values Awards. We were also honoured to hold a Smoking Ceremony, connecting our community to Country and showing respect for Aboriginal culture and traditions as we recognised NAIDOC Week, which occurred during the holiday period.

Junior School Highlights

Year 6 student Snaver M represented CGS at the State Cross Country – congratulations!
Years 5 and 6 students participated in the Divisional Lightning Premiership showing great teamwork
4L presented an assembly about belonging using jigsaw puzzle pieces to celebrate individuality and unity
Our Foundation students celebrated 100 Days of School dressing up as 100-year-olds and enjoying themed activities
Thank you to families who attended the Nature Navigators Parent Information Session
Parent-Teacher Interviews offered valuable conversations around student progress

A wide variety of Lunchtime Clubs are on offer this term and there is something for everyone! You can view the list of clubs here.

Here’s to a fantastic Term 3 ahead!

Sandra Torcasio
Acting Head of Junior School

Trist Toiletries Drive

This term, our Junior School is proud to support Backpacks 4 Vic Kids, a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to helping vulnerable children in our community through the Trist Toiletry Drive.

We’re collecting toiletry items over the next couple of weeks to be included in backpacks for children in need. These items help provide comfort, dignity, and care during difficult times. Please see the attached flyer for more details and a list of items that can be donated. Thank you in advance for your generosity.

Click here for full details.

Alexandra Stephenson
Acting Head of Trist House - Junior School

Foundation - Year 2 Performance: Circus of Stars

This term, Foundation–Year 2 students will be very busy preparing for their ‘Circus of Stars’ performance which will take place on 17 September. In preparation for this event, our students will be participating in a series of Circus Crew workshops focusing on the following fundamental areas:

Gross and fine motor skills

Coordination

Strength

Flexibility

Body awareness

Creativity

Performance skills

Cardiovascular fitness

Core stability

Hand-eye coordination

Balance

Self-esteem

Teamwork

Our ‘Circus of Stars’ performance will be a wonderful opportunity for students to showcase all the skills they have learnt throughout the term and is sure to be fantastic!

Make sure to keep 17 September free at 5pm and I look forward to seeing you there.

Bronwyn Kyne
Junior School Performing Arts

Year 6 Inquiry: States of Matter

This term, our Year 6 students are exploring the states of matter as part of their Inquiry unit. 6BNI began their investigations with a hands-on experiment creating and testing ‘Oobleck’. Students observed and tested its unique properties, using their findings to develop clear definitions for each of the main states of matter. With Science Week just around the corner, the Year 6 students are especially looking forward to even more exciting opportunities to investigate, discover, and think like real scientists!