Last Monday the staff enjoyed an extremely rich range of professional learning experiences related to 'well-being'. Part of the morning involved Associate Professor Lea Waters from Melbourne University who worked with teachers drawing on the area of positive psychology.

On Wednesday the Year 3 - 8 students enjoyed the house cross country. Always a favourite event, the weather smiled on us so that the students were able to enjoy their long distance running around the lovely Malvern Gardens. Congratulations to all students who participated as it is the spirit in which we participate that is to be celebrated along with those who achieved a personal best and a place. Congratulations to Flinders, the winning house overall.

The Year 4 students enjoyed a fabulous few days at Ace High down at Cape Schanck last week. Though a very wet and cold experience, the weather didn't deter the desire to make the most of the variety of activities available, amongst them of course, was horse riding.

As part of the school's Strategic Plan, one of our goals is to 'build an organic model of middle years (year 5-8) schooling for MCS. As such our students in Years 5 - 8 learn through 2 initiatives that are providing a strong foundation for developing our Middle Years model for learning. One of the initiatives is Scaffolding Numeracy in the Middle Years of Schooling.

Recently I was walking through some of the learning spaces during a wet day timetable which means children are unable to have lunchtime or recess outside due to rain. I was most impressed with the way so many students were quietly enjoying inside activities using the wonderful array of materials and resources available to them.

On Friday the 18th of May we will be holding a Walk Safely to School day. This means that students can walk (or ride) to school to celebrate the day.

Last Wednesday I, along with Saraid and Andrew, attended a wonderful celebratory event at Glen Eira College. On invitation, we enjoyed a tour around the college by one of our past Year 6 students, Taylor Abbott.

Lastly, I would like to wish all mums a wonderful Mother's day. I hope you enjoy anything that makes your day special whether it be a sleep-in, breakfast in bed, a relaxing walk or a quiet read..enjoy, you deserve it.

Kerry Clayton

Principal