2027 STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE COUNCIL (SRC) NOMINATIONS OPEN
We are excited to share that nominations are now open for our 2027 School Representative Council.
The SRC provides students with an opportunity to have their voices heard, share ideas, contribute to school improvement and take an active role in shaping our school community. It supports students to develop leadership skills, build confidence, work collaboratively and learn how to represent the views and interests of others.
At Wayi, we value Voice, Choice and Independence. The SRC reflects these values by empowering students to express their ideas, make meaningful choices and take greater responsibility for contributing to our school community. We believe every student deserves the opportunity to participate, grow and demonstrate their capabilities, regardless of their communication style, learning needs or level of independence.
Our SRC nomination forms have been adapted to include visual supports, allowing students to nominate themselves in ways that best suit their individual communication and learning needs.
We want all students to have the opportunity to explore leadership, build self-confidence and experience the pride of having their ideas valued. By making the nomination process accessible, we are putting our Wayi values into action and ensuring that student voice is at the heart of our decision-making.
How does the SRC election process work?
· Nominations open: Students can nominate themselves for the 2027 SRC using the nomination forms. These nomination forms will be provided by the classroom teacher.
· Wednesday 18 November: Nominations close.
· Monday 23 November: Voting opens (if required) – If the number of nominations exceeds the available SRC positions, students will have the opportunity to vote for their preferred representatives.
· Thursday 26th November: Voting closes.
· Friday 27 November: Families will be notified if their child has been selected as a 2027 SRC representative.
· Week 9 Assembly: Our elected 2027 SRC members will be formally recognised and presented with their SRC badges at the assembly.
We look forward to seeing our students take on this exciting opportunity. We encourage families to chat with their children about the SRC and support them to consider nominating themselves.
2027 RIDING FOR THE DISABLED (RDA) EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST OPEN
Wayi School has been offered three places for the 2027 school year in the Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) program at Oaklands. These sessions provide students with an opportunity to participate in horse-related activities that can support confidence, physical development and overall wellbeing.
Sessions will run every Monday during school terms from 10:30 am to 11:30 am, excluding school holidays. Families are expected to arrive earlier to enable a prompt start.
Costs and parent/carer responsibilities:
- Weekly session fee: $30 per session that will be payable to the school at the end of each school term.
- Parents/Carers/Guardians must provide transport to and from RDA Oaklands and remain with their child for the entire one-hour session.
- Parents/Carers/Guardians are responsible for paying the weekly $30 fee.
- It is expected students would participate for the full school year.
Expressions of interest are now open! If you are interested in securing one of the three available places for your child, please click the link below to register your interest. Please note that there is 80kg weight limit.
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For more information about the program, please visit the Riding for the Disabled Association of Victoria (RDAV) website.
OUR NEW PHYSIOTHERAPY PARTNERSHIP
Wayi School is pleased to welcome Inspire Physiotherapy, a local physiotherapy service that will be working with our school one day each week.
Working within our school therapy model, the physiotherapist will collaborate with staff to build their knowledge, skills and confidence in supporting students’ movement, participation and independence. This may include practical strategies to help students access learning activities, move around the school environment and participate more fully in everyday school routines.
This collaborative approach will help staff embed strategies into the school day, supporting students to engage in learning and develop their independence.
Please note that this service supports our school-based approach and does not replace private physiotherapy services or NDIS-funded supports that students may already receive.
BASKETBALL PROGRAM – WEEK 6
We are excited to welcome back Craigieburn Eagles Basketball in Week 6 for our final Sporting Schools event of the year.
Having worked with the Craigieburn Eagles before, we know students always enjoy their clinics. All students will take part in a 30-minute basketball session, where they will practise and build on their basketball skills in a fun and supportive environment.
It will be a great way for students to stay active, work together and enjoy the final Sporting Schools event for the year.
Please make sure students bring their water bottles on the day.
‘LATTE WITH LEANNE’ AND ASSEMBLY – THURSDAY 12 NOVEMBER
Hi Families,
Our Community Connections Afternoon is coming up next week, on Thursday 12 November (Week 6) at Wayi School, featuring:
- Latte with Leanne | 1:00pm–2:00pm
- Whole-School Assembly | 2:00pm–2:15pm
Families are welcome to attend both events or just one, depending on their availability. Please RSVP by Tuesday 10 November and indicate which event or events you will be attending:
Community Connections RSVP – Fill out form
Latte with Leanne | 1:00pm–2:00pm
Join us for a relaxed afternoon tea and an opportunity to connect with other families and members of our school community.
Our special guest will be Natasa Vignjevic-Jockovic, our Enrolment and Transitions Leader, who will discuss 2026/2027 transitions, including how we can work together to support students as they prepare for the next stage of their learning journey.
Whole-School Assembly | 2:00pm–2:15pm
Join students and staff as we celebrate student achievements and successes, including:
- School Values Awards
- School-Wide Positive Behaviour Awards
- Scholarship Award presentations
We look forward to welcoming you for an afteRNoon of connection, learning and celebration.
