{"id":44853,"date":"2026-04-24T12:04:33","date_gmt":"2026-04-24T02:04:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/mlc\/?post_type=article&p=44853"},"modified":"2026-04-24T13:37:06","modified_gmt":"2026-04-24T03:37:06","slug":"from-the-head-of-junior-school-253","status":"publish","type":"article","link":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/mlc\/article\/from-the-head-of-junior-school-253\/","title":{"rendered":"From the Head of Junior School"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"It was a delight to welcome all our girls back in their winter uniforms for an exciting Term 2. Their faces were beaming as they walked along the red carpet at the Junior School campus or into the Year 6 Centre. I often remind the girls that school is ‘their job’ \u2013 a place where we give our very best in all that we do. Indeed, the girls began their work straight away.<\/p>\n

A special welcome to the new families who have joined our community, and welcome back to those families who have returned.<\/p>\n

School Commencement Times<\/strong><\/p>\n

I would like to compliment all our parents this week for getting your daughters to school on time. Girls need to be at school before 8.15am (Year 6), 8.30am (Kindergarten to Year 5), and 9am (Pre-Kindergarten). Allowing your daughter time in the schoolyard prior to class will help her to make a positive start to her learning.<\/p>\n

Winter Uniform<\/strong><\/p>\n

It was wonderful to see all the girls in their winter uniforms. A reminder that girls are only permitted to wear plain sleepers or stud earrings. School badges are placed at the top centre of the School tunic. If girls are wearing trousers, their badges may be placed on the tie. The blazer is always to be worn as the outer garment when entering and leaving the School grounds. Sports uniform is only permitted on PE days.<\/p>\n

ANZAC Day Service<\/strong><\/p>\n

MLC School will be holding our ANZAC Day Service on Tuesday 28 April 2026<\/strong> commencing at 9.10am on the Sports Field. Students from Year 3 to Year 12 will attend. Parents are warmly invited to attend and have received an invitation in the Tuesday event email sent out earlier this week.<\/p>\n

RSVP Here<\/a><\/p>\n

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Mother\u2019s Day Raffle \u2013 Thursday 7 May 2026<\/b><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

To support the P&F, the Junior School holds a Mother’s Day Raffle each year.<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udf38\u00a0Celebrate Mum with the 2026 Mother\u2019s Day Raffle!<\/b>\u00a0\ud83c\udf38<\/p>\n

Treat the special women in your life to something truly wonderful this year while supporting our vibrant MLC Junior School<\/b>\u00a0community! Whether it\u2019s for a Mum, Grandma, or a cherished mentor, our annual Mother\u2019s Day Raffle is the perfect way to show your appreciation and potentially win a fantastic prize.<\/p>\n

Tickets<\/b>: available for purchase\u00a0online only – <\/b>Available now! $1 a ticket or $20\/22 tickets. https:\/\/rafflelink.com.au\/jsmothersday2026<\/a><\/p>\n

Draw: <\/b>The lucky winners will be announced on Thursday 7 May 2026, <\/b>at lunchtime, and prizes will be sent home with your daughter.<\/div>\n
Prizes:<\/b> We have a beautiful selection of curated hampers and local experiences up for grabs \u2013 the perfect ‘thank you’ for everything they do.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
Don’t miss your chance to win while contributing to our School’s 2026 initiatives. Good luck to all our families!
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\nMother\u2019s Day Raffle – Donations needed<\/b><\/div>\n

To make our raffle a success, we are asking for prize donations from our school community. Thank you to all those who have already donated.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Some prize donation ideas include pamper vouchers, experience gift certificates, hampers, mani and pedi treatments, carwash vouchers, books, hotel stays or any other gifts of any size \u2013 all donations are highly appreciated. (No perishable or food items).<\/p>\n

Please leave donations at Junior School Reception at any time from now until the close-off date, Monday, 4 May 2026<\/b>.\u00a0<\/b>Please mark donations clearly with your name (so we know who to thank).<\/p>\n

P&F Parent Forum \u2013 Yasmin London<\/strong><\/p>\n

Yasmin London<\/a> is a global expert in the areas of technology, gender, youth, and culture. I have heard Yasmin present on many occasions about empowering young people with digital resilience. Whilst her work is particularly relevant to teenagers, I would strongly encourage Junior School parents and carers, particularly if your daughter is in the upper Junior School, to take advantage of this excellent opportunity. This expert forum will provide you with insights and skills to help your daughter in the near future.<\/p>\n

RSVP here<\/a><\/p>\n

Back to College Open Day \u2013 Friday 1 May 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n

Next Friday, MLC School is celebrating our 140th Anniversary of excellence in girls\u2019 education. You have received communication about this event, and I look forward to seeing many Junior School families on campus.\u00a0<\/p>\n