At Victoria Road PS we recognise the importance of engaging parents and we work hard to create an environment that encourages community engagement.
Research has shown that when schools and families work together, children do better, stay in school longer, are more engaged with their school work, go to school more regularly, behave better, and have better social skills. Parent engagement also results in longer term economic, social and emotional benefits.
At Victoria Road PS we actively partner with local government and community groups to ensure our families are connected and engaged so our students can thrive within their local community. We partner with local council groups to assist families to navigate the challenges of parenthood in a supportive environment.
Here are some ways in which you can get involved!
- Classroom Help
This will look different in each classroom eg. reading with students, help during literacy groups, cooking, sharpening pencils, etc.
Approach your child’s teacher/s if you’d like to be involved. - School Council
Meet monthly
Discuss buildings & grounds, finances, fundraising, educational initiatives etc - Specialists
Art Rooms Helpers – see Jeanette Morton
Sport Program – see Scott Clarke
Performing Arts Concerts – see your classroom teacher or Mrs Mayall - Canteen, Fundraising, Library Support
- Champion Dad’s Group
WE are a member school of the Fathering Project. We have a lead team of dad’s who organise 4 events per year. Two just for the dad’s and two for the dad’s/special father figures with their children. It is a major highlight of our school! - Gardening Friends
Our gardens are incredible and we have our Gardening Friends volunteer group to thank. Each Wednesday a group of grandparents and parents meet up and beautify our gardens. They even created an amazing fairy garden for the students. - Working Bee’s
Aim for 1 per term – Advertised on the Parent Portal and school Facebook page.