JUNIOR SCHOOL RESPECT AND RESPONSIBILITY INITIATIVES We believe that as Orthodox Christians we have a responsibility to
love and respect all people
protect and sustain the natural environment and all living things
The programs of the Junior School centre around our Orthodox values, cross curricular priorities and general capabilities and, are embedded in our units of work. In this report we wish to share with you two initiatives that we are extremely proud of. FUTSAL GALA DAY To further develop the Australian identity and to celebrate what unites us as Primary School students, our Sports coordinator Mrs Diavatiotis hosted a Futsal Gala Day for interested Independent Schools. 20 teams entered from 11 different schools including girls and boys teams. Not only was the tournament filled with impressive group performances and healthy competition but also, great community spirit and camaraderie amongst the children. As part of our commitment to Live, Life Well at School initiative, the Junior School has planted small herb and veggie gardens with particular grades. This year, thanks to our Kipos coordinators, Mrs Alaydrus and Mrs Anastasopoulos, we secured an Environmental Grant of $3000 from Randwick Council. The Junior School students contributed their ideas to the project and the teachers created the submission. After testing what grows and how well it grows, the Junior School will work with parents and interested community members to bring to life a sustainable garden for children from K – 6 to enjoy in 2020.
Mrs Alaydrus and Mrs Anastasopoulos received an Environmental Grant of $3000 from Randwick Council.
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