Our third value at OIS is Acting with respect; it is a way of treating or thinking about others and ourselves. Often this is the area that many struggle in. At OIS we have a strong culture of building and maintaining positive relationships. At the moment, teachers are having to have more conversations with students about how they talk, act and behave towards others and how they act themselves. Not only face to face but online.

With only one day left in this term it is timely for everyone to have a break to relax and recharge their batteries. The movement to a Covid Level 1 status means that there will be more freedom for everyone to move around and meet in bigger groups.

Congratulations to all those teams who participated in the Collegiate Basketball Competition for 2020. The Ninja and Lakers teams had a good season. Lakers enjoyed having a fun season focussing on participation.

Clocks spring forward 1 hour at 2.00 am on Sunday 27 September.

James, Ben & JJ have been busy designing and hot pokering their chopping boards - looking great guys! Zoe & Alexis are busy too creating inspirational posters which we are going to make custom picture frames for. Lots of awesome work going on!

LAUNCH TO THE FUTURE is a 40-minute in-school presentation that focuses on how space programs and lunar science propel us into the future using STEM! In a series of sketches, professional actor/educators use audience suggestions to create uniquely hilarious scenes that educate on the moon and space science.

Social media can be a great thing when used correctly and with good intentions, and in a safe environment. Please remember to be kind and teach your kids about being kind when commenting or posting on social media – remember two of our values: engaging with mana, and acting with respect.

Love Tennis 2020 will take place on 10 & 11 October, from 1 pm - 4 pm each day at the grass tennis courts, 32 Chelmer Street (beside the domain playground). Just turn up!

Repertory Theatre October 7 - 11 daily at 2pm. MTO Children's Theatre presents WIND IN THE WILLOWS . All tickets $10.00. Book online with iTICKET or at the Repertory Theatre Box Office 12.00pm from Monday October 5th - 11th. These shows sell out quickly. Jump online to secure your ticket.