Parent Involvement
At Ivanhoe Primary School we encourage parents to get involved with the school as much as they can whether that is through the formal involvement of the School Council, as a sub committee member, participation in the classroom helpers' program or as member of the parents' association. School newsletters are a great way to find out about activities you can be involved in.
Parents & Friends Association (PFA)
The PFA assists the school in providing the best possible environment for the children. It is responsible for activities such as the school ball, trivia night, school picnics, film nights, the Mother's Day Stall and the Father's Day Breakfast.
Meetings are each term where events are planned. Joining the Parents and Friends committee helps keep communication open within the school community and facilitates the opportunity to develop many new friendships.
Classroom Helper
CLASSROOM HELPER TRAINING - As a result of COVID 19 a truncated program is available and linked below.
Dear I.P.S. families and carers, we are pleased to say that classroom helpers has resumed in Term 3 for all Year levels. If you are interested in helping in the classroom and have not completed the training in the past you will be required to read through the attached PowerPoint and sign an agreement. Please note if you have previously completed the training program no further steps are required to assist in the classroom.
Parents can enjoy the opportunity to share in the educational development of students with the support and direction of teachers, by participating in the Classroom Helper program.
The Classroom Helpers' course is designed to support the work of parents, helpers and aides who assist in classrooms. Contact you child’s teacher or your class rep for more information.
Topics include:
Being a Helper
Helping with Speaking and Listening
Helping with Reading
Helping with Writing
*Look out for notices at the start of each year or contact us for more information.
School Excursions
Various opportunities arise throughout the year for parents to participate in school excursions and activities, including walking students to swimming lessons, going on day trips (e.g. to the Zoo) or even volunteering on a school camp.
Please note - we ask all parents / helpers to have a Working with Children Check and to supply a copy to the school office.
You can find out more information regarding specific incursions and excursions from your child’s class teacher.
Find out more and apply online (free) here: www.workingwithchildren.vic.gov.au