Message from Vice Principals Assalamu Alaikum,
Assalamu Alaikum Wr. Wb. I wish to extend a warm welcome to all staff, parents and teachers to the new academic year. I pray that it will be a healthy, successful and happy year to all alike. Alhamdulillah we are off to a smooth start which usually paves the way to a good year ahead of us. Routine for younger children is the most important element to their happiness and success. Therefore, I urge parents to set a routine of rest, homework and play at home for their children and ensure they are in bed no later than 8:30pm. Once this is established early and from day one, children become very clear of expectations and it makes their school day run a lot smoother. There has been no shortage of success stories to share and celebrate last year. Inshallah we will all celebrate many more achievements and enjoy the awards together. I am aware that many parents are having difficulty with picking up their PREP child at 12:00pm. I apologize for the inconvenience but would really like your understanding in this matter. The transition program has been designed with your child in mind and leaving school early for the first few weeks is essential. Starting school can be very overwhelming for our younger children and must not be compared with kindergarten or childcare. Offering after care until the end of the day defeats the purpose of this transition as children become very tired at school. A tired child is challenged to display positive behavior and is certainly not conducive to learning in the busy classroom. I thank all parents for their co-operation and wish to point out our primary school morning assembly will be held at the gym on Friday mornings. Parents are welcome to join from 8:50 onwards. Please also be reminded that 'Meet the Teacher" Information evenings will be held by all Primary teachers on Thursday 26th of February after school in your child's classrooms. This will provide an opportunity to meet your child's teacher and become informed of important information about their year level. Please ensure you attend this important session. Further information and reminders will be sent out as the time comes closer.
"Advance through Knowledge (Ilim)� I would like to welcome our teachers, parents and students to a brand new school year! All of us at Ilim College want to make this a successful year for your child. I can not wait to continue our tremendous progress and success in the 2009 academic year. In the past three years, our College ENTER scores have steadily improved and we couldn't be more thrilled! Now just think of what the future holds for our students as they become successful students! Truly - the sky's the limit! With your continued active support and cooperation, combined with our best professional efforts, we can ensure academic growth and success for your child this year! The goal of our school is to provide each student with challenging and rigorous curriculum appropriate to his/her academic level. We believe every child can achieve academic success. To this end, every child will be provided with quality instructional experiences, which recognize, support, and maintain high expectations for all students. As the Secondary vice-principal, you can expect that I will reach out to you and ask for your support, ideas, suggestions and involvement. I will encourage you to join our team, our school family so to speak, where preparing children for the future is our number one priority. I pledge to do my very best to ensure that each child is challenged, nurtured, and provided with a safe and stimulating learning experience. As we work together during the year, I invite you to stay in contact and let me know how you and your children(s) are experiencing school. There will be many opportunities for contact with me. Please do not hesitate or ever think your comment or concern is unimportant. Through teamwork, open communication, and dedication to continuous improvement, we can make Ilim College a place for your children to delight in and enjoy learning. We look forward to working together as partners in learning! Here's to a terrific year and together we can ""Advance through Knowledge (Ilim)".
I look forward to sharing another fruitful year with you all. Please do not hesitate to contact me via phone or make an appointment for any matters you wish to discuss.
Wassalam,
I wish all families a happy and successful year.
Secondary Vice Principal
Mr. Selim Kayikci
Kind Regards, Ms. Aynur Simsirel Primary Vice Principal
Education Maintenance Allowance: EMA School Hats Applications for the Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA) are now open if you have a current Health Care Card or Pension Card, First semester applications must be submitted to the college by 27 February, 2009. Applications are available from the college office.
Australia has the highest rate of skin cancer in the world. It is estimated that more than 75% of all skin cancer could be prevented childhood and adolescence. All male students in primary department are required to wear a college hat during recess and lunch times and
Please refer to General Information for parents/guardians on the Education Maintenance Allowance 2009 for further information. Please note that all late applications will not be accepted.
during sport. Primary students will not be permitted to go outside . Students are also encouraged to drink water rather than soft drinks during the hotter days.
Hair Style for School Students hair must be of natural colour. Hair cuts for boys should be of equal length & kept short. No tales allowed for boys. Use of gel or other types of hair products is also not allowed. Students who do not obey the college rules will be sent home immediately.
School Bags A reminder that all primary and secondary can buy the official school back pack. School bag is compulsory for primary students and lower secondary students.
School Uniform Every Ilim College student must wear full school uniform. Sports uniform is compulsory for students from grade prep to year 10. Parents please note; consistent care of hygiene and appearance of uniform. It makes a difference to your child.
College Diary All secondary students and primary from grade 4 to grade 6 are required to purchase an Ilim college diary for 2009. Page 2