MORWELL PARK PRIMARY SCHOOL
Morwell Park Primary School, in central Latrobe
Valley, 150km east of Melbourne, services a changing residential area. Latrobe Valley,
traditionally the major power provider in the state has undergone dramatic change in
recent years. A downturn in the economy and restructuring of the State Electricity
Commission have resulted in the loss of significant employment opportunities and this has
affected Morwell Park's enrolment numbers. The current figure of 260 (1998) is
significantly down from the previous years, due mainly to people leaving the area to seek
employment. Slightly lower enrolment levels are anticipated in the immediate future.
Morwell Park Primary School has excellent grounds
consisting of a large grassed and shaded playground with a Basketball court and asphalt
area. It also has access to an adjoining oval and netball facility.
MORWELL PARK AIMS TO PROVIDE FOR THE TOTAL
DEVELOPMENT OF EACH STUDENT BY:
- creating a safe and caring environment
- using effective communication to forster strong partnerships within
the school community
- providing equal access to all aspects of the school's programs
- setting attainable goals
- considering individual needs and differences
- promoting high aspirations in all endeavours
MAJOR FEATURES
- Morwell Park Primary School was one of 25 statewide schools chosen to
participate in the 'Early Literacy Research Project'(ELRP) which has informed the 'Keys to
Life' Program now being implemented in all Primary schools across Victoria.
- Specialist teachers provide Library, Physical Education and LOTE
sessions and special assistance including Reading Recovery. Special programs operate in
Music and InformationTechnology.
- The school has made a significant commitment to continue to develop
facilities, resources and programs in Information Technology. A computer lad and extensive
networked system is planned throughout the main building and there are multiple computer
units in the classrooms in the Junior School.
- An extensive, sequential and development camps program for grades 3-6
provides a wide range of valuable learning experiences.
- Health and Physical Education support programs including Interschool
Sports/Zone Sports, Swimming, Bike Education, a Perceptual Motor Program, Life Education,
and Health and Human Relations.
- The 'Human Powered Vehicle' project has been an outstanding success
for the school and Morwell Park is very proud of its participation and of the fact that
such participation has encouraged other schools in the Latrobe Valley to join the scheme.
- The Arts Key Learning Area (KLA) is supplemented with cultural
activities such as the School Choir, School Concert, Instrumental Music Program and
regular visits by performing artists.
- Quality transition programs assits smooth entry for children from
kindergarden and for senior pupil exit to secondary school.
- The School Council, Staff and Parent Clubs play an integral role in
developing, monitoring and reviewing school policies and every effort is made by these
groups to keep abreast of current educational changes and priorities.
- Core parents and support groups are committed and valuable
participants in many aspects of the school's operations.
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MORWELL PARK
OUR FUTURE TOGETHER
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