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children can learn, thrive, and achieve their best.” Ms Mitchell, in a 2023 interview published by the Victorian School Building Authority, said great education was when everyone comes together. “So when we’ve got our students and their families, our staff and the wider community all collaborating, listening to each other and sharing knowledge – that’s when great things happen in our school. And that’s when our students really thrive,” she said. The principal said her vision for the school was to create a dynamic learning environment, “where our students are supported to build the skills, knowledge and attitude that they need to become leaders in their community”. Kurmile Primary School is the work of just under two years of construction with the school to help facilitate the much-needed education for the children of fast-growing Officer. More photos page 4
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The grand opening ribbon was cut at Kurmile Primary School this week to the excitement of Officer’s young students and teachers. The event saw the Deputy Premier Ben Carroll, South Eastern Metro MP Lee Tarlamis and Pakenham MP Emma Vulin attend the official opening of the town’s brand-new school. The day started with a Welcome to Country and smoking ceremony, with speeches from principal Sharon Mitchell and Mr Carroll. The ribbon was cut with school captains and a plaque unveiled to commemorate the occasion. With the capacity to cater for up to 650 students, Kurmile welcomed the first group of pupils, excited to be starting at their new school. “It’s terrific to see our local children provided with a contemporary safe and inclusive learning environment,” Ms Vulin said. “Under the leadership of school principal Sharon Mitchell together with her team, Kurmile will be a school community where all