BERWICK LODGE PRIMARY SCHOOL Phone: 9707 1766 Fax: 9796 2198 E-mail: berwick.lodge.ps@edumail.vic.gov.au Visit our Websites : http:// www.berwicklodgeps.vic.edu.au, Camp Australia/Out of School Hours Care: 9769 8251
29TH JULY 2010
NEWSLETTER N0.21 DIARY DATES Wednesday 28th July to Tuesday 10th August Monday 2nd August Tuesday 3rd August Tuesday 3rd & 4th Aug Friday 6th August Thursday 5th August Monday 9th August Tuesday 10th August Wednesday 11th August
NOTICES DUE BACK BY Prep-Gr4 Life Education Visit School Council 7:00pm Gr 3-6 International English Comp Gr 5/6 CSIRO Visit NEW EMA Parent Applications due Gr 3-6 Australian Maths Comp Pupil Free Day Classroom helpers program 9:30-11:00 Gr 3/4 Hooptime Basketball Comp
Friday 30th July Friday 30th July Monday 2nd August Wednesday 4th August Wednesday 4th August Friday 6th August Friday 6th August Friday 6th August
Gr 5/6 CSIRO Visit Prep-Gr4 Life Education extension Gr 3/4 Camp Rumbug Forms Gr 3/4 Hooptime Basketball players Gr 5/6 Hooptime coaches Gr 3/4 Camp Rumbug Final Payment EMA new application Family Life
PRINCIPAL’S REPORT INTERNAL SUSPENSION POLICY We have in place at our school an Internal Suspension Policy as part of our Student Engagement Policy Guidelines (no oxymoron intended!). Under our Guidelines, when students accumulate three (3) formal detentions they are suspended. Detentions are given in situations, for example, whereby students behave poorly, but so badly that it warrants an immediate suspension from school. This approach enables children to reflect on their behaviour and improve it before it leads to formal suspension from school. Internal suspensions are given at the discretion of the principal/assistant principals, taking into account the advice of teachers who are dealing directly with the student concerned. Usually internal suspensions are given in situations whereby extenuating circumstances apply in the case of the third detention. Parents are notified in writing on the day prior to an internal suspension being given to their child. The difference between an internal suspension and a detention is as follows: Detention – lunchtime withdrawal from playground activities, with students being under the direct supervision of a teacher. Detentions take place in a designated classroom. Internal Suspension – child is withdrawn from their classroom and playground activities, remaining under
the supervision of a teacher, usually in a withdrawal room adjoining their regular classroom. Internally suspended children are provided with recess and lunch breaks, but not with their classmates. Children are provided with a full day‟s curriculum activities and are expected to complete a normal day‟s work. Obviously we do not enjoy handing out detentions, internal suspensions nor formal external suspensions. Internal suspensions place a considerable strain on our staff resources and in saying that I trust that we have your support.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ’s) Q. Does attendance at Berwick Lodge Primary School guarantee a secondary enrolment at Berwick Secondary College? A. No. Berwick S.C. has a formal enrolment zone which defines whether your child has an automatic enrolment right at the school. Parents have the right to appeal the refusal by any government secondary college to accept an application for enrolment of their child. A DEECD process is in place to deal with such appeals. If you have any further queries on this issue, I am more than happy to chat with you BUILDING E D U C A T I O N about it. REVOLUTION (BER) UPDATE) Andrew Wood (APP) project Manager QUOTABLE QUOTE for our P21 project has visited our ‘Loyalty has many faces, school this term and we have held some of which are rarely productive discussions regarding our sighted.’ project. Andrew has indicated that we can make some minor modifications to HENRY GROSSEK the internal design of our building and is providing school council with SCHOOL AWARDS detailed drawings to that effect for consideration at next week‟s school Congratulations to the council meeting. Andrew indicated that following students who early October was a probable starting received awards over the date for work on our project. This will last week: of course necessitate the closure of our Collins Crescent car park. Please Cameron PC Isabella PC note that parents will have to find Jasmine PM Joseph PM alternative parking sites when work on Ameshi PL Brayden PL our building commences. Jarrah PW
Kayla PW
ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS’ REPORT STUDENT PROGRESS DISCUSSION MEETINGS Thank you to parents and staff who participated in the Student Progress Discussion Meetings held at the school this week. The feedback from both staff and parents has been positive with everyone welcoming the opportunity to discuss the progress of our students as well as future plans. We appreciate your efforts in braving the cold weather to attend these meetings. Please note the arrangements that have been made for some of our classes: 5E-Families of students in 5E will have the opportunity to meet with Emily Nolde on Tuesday 10 th and Wednesday 11th August. Emily will send home appointment notifications on Friday 6th August. 4DR -David Ryan will make phone contact with families who have requested an appointment to see him and arrange a suitable time to meet. 2V – On Sarah Vine‟s return to work, she will make contact with families to arrange a mutually convenient time to meet and discuss student progress.
FAMILY LIFE We would like to remind all families that the „Family Life‟ sessions will be held on the evening of Wednesday 18th August. These sessions on the topic of “Human Sexuality” are designed for specific year levels: Grades 1-2 at 5:45pm, 3-4 at 7pm and 5-6 at 8:15pm. Each of the sessions will run for one hour. The sessions will be held in the OHSC Building. The cost is $20 per family for one session, $25 for 2 sessions and $30 for 3 sessions. Payment for these sessions is due on Friday 6th August. We highly recommend these Family Life sessions to all families, as the experienced and highly trained educators can provide excellent support to parents as they discuss issues of sexuality with their children. A range of books will be available for parents to purchase on the night. CITY OF CASEY PLAY GROUPS We have been provided with some brochures regarding play groups in the City of Casey. A copy of this brochure may be collected at the office or you may contact the Playgroup Development Officer, Kim Reynolds, at the City of Casey on 9705 5200 or check out their website at www.casey.vic.gov.au STAFF NEWS This week we have received the happy news that Stephanie Davey and her
PREMIER’S READING CHALLENGE Congratulations to the following students who have completed the Premiers Reading Challenge for 2010.
Cooper F 3/4R Kayla W 3/4R Jessica M 3/4R Please remember that all books must be entered online by 31st August 2010.
husband, Justin, have welcomed a new son into their family. Alexander Jeoffrey is a brother for their older son, Jed. Alexander weighed 9 pound 4 ounces and all are happy and well. PUPIL FREE DAY Families are reminded that Monday 9th August is a pupil free day. All staff will attend school to undertake training in the operation and application of the Ultranet. The Principal Class will be attending their training day the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. The Ultranet is an online, student centered learning environment that is designed to support learning and teaching, connect students, teachers and parents and enable efficient knowledge transfer. Once the Ultranet is operational students and parents will be able to access it from home. As we progress with the introduction of the Ultranet we will keep parents informed of how it is being utilised and how they can log on for access.
LYNNE BRENNER DEBBIE CUSACK
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YOU CAN DO IT! WHAT IS ORGANISATION?
Definition of „Organisation‟ Organisation means setting a goal to be successful in your schoolwork and other areas, planning your time so that you are not rushed, having all of your supplies ready and keeping track of what you have to do and when you have do it.
PFA NEWS
The PFA are organizing a Recipe Book this year. We are looking for any Recipe‟s that you feel people would like. They can be either Gluten Free, Nut free, Sweet or savoury, etc. Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA) applications for Please could you hand them into the office. instalment two must be processed by 13the August 2010. I would like to thank Deb Pace, Andrea Douglas, Morgan Parents/Guardians who applied in instalment one at the Mosterd, Lisa Badenhop and Karen for the amazing job they beginning of the year don‟t need to lodge another EMA did to help with the Hot Dog Day we had on Tuesday. It was application to receive the second instalment EMA payment. a huge success. Parents/Guardians whose children have transferred to this school since 26 February 2010 will need to submit a new Thank you EMA application form. Sarah Hartnett Applications close on 6th August 2010. PFA President
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BLOSCH NEWS Curriculum day: Monday 9th August 2010 is coming up and we have an expression of interest form if you think you‟ll need care for this day. We would run the session from 6:45am-6:30pm. However we need a minimum of 20 children to run the day. These need to filled in No Later than the 30th July 2010. Reminder: For parents to go through the OHSC rules with their child/children and return the slip on the second page. NEXT WEEK: we are focusing on India M; Craft Indian elephants T: Craft Taj Mahal W: Craft Elephant Masks Th: Craft henna hands F: Craft Indian costumes We also have a Fitness pack for the children to try out for this week only! Our operating hours are: Before school care 6:45am - 8:45am After school care 3:30pm-6:30pm Our direct line is 9769 8251 or you can call the admin team at Camp Australia on 8851 4160. Thank you, OSHC team
COMMUNITY NEWS Hillsmeade Netball Club
New players wanted for U11 and U13 Wednesday and Saturday Competitions Net Set Roar Program for 5/8 year old www.hillsmeade netball club.com.au Come to training at Strathaird Primary School Thurs. 4-4:45pm and 4:45-5:30pm Phone: 0419 637 276 2-8pm Donna
Junior Basketball Clinics Commencing 2 September 2010 Places are now available for children born in 2002 who would like to learn the skills to play the great game of basketball. Where Beaconsfield Primary School When: Thursday 2 September to Thursday 21 October 2010 (no clinic during school holidays) Time: 4.30pm to 5.30pm Cost: $25 for 6 sessions – includes basketball and drink bottle For further details or to request a registration form contact Dennis on 0439 115 229 Registrations close Thursday 19 August 2010 FAMILY LIFE VICTORIA Family Life programs support parents to help their children learn about aspects of human sexuality. These entertaining and valuable sessions are not to be missed. Education Program on Wednesday 18th August 2010 Cost per family: $20 for one session; $25 for two sessions; $30 for three sessions. Session 1- Body Basics Years 1-2 Session 2- Where Did I Come From Years 3-4 Session 3- Puberty Clues Years 5-6 Www.familylifevictoria.org.au WANTED: SOCCER PLAYERS Girls or boys to play in Under 10‟s team (current players all go to BLPS) No experience required, just need to want to have fun and be reliable. WHERE: Cannon Sports, Vesper Drive, Narre Warren WHEN; Friday nights TIMES: Games are played from 5:20pm COST; $7.00 per game Contact Tracey or Derek on 0407 857 839 or 9707 0030
DAFFODIL DAY FOR THE CANCER COUNCIL AUGUST 29TH Merchandise for Daffodil Day is available at the office. Please support a very worthy cause by purchasing something small that could make a big difference. Thanks Jo Zammit
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CRYSTAL CLEANING SERVICES P/L For all your carpet/upholstery and general cleaning needs Special Offer 3 rooms/3 seats Professionally steamed cleaned for $77.00 incl. gst Free deodorising Free stain treating Other services: Vacate clean-up/ready for sale For bookings & enquiries contact Steve 0411 752 279 $1.00 from each booking goes back to BLPS. Plus $1.00 to Royal Children's Hospital
Individual & Business Returns 14 Day Refund Partnerships, Companies & Trusts Investment Properties Taxation & Business Advice BAS & GST Advice Discounts for couples, students & pensioners Registered Tax Agent Contact Wayne on 0412 714 421 or email seltaxser@gmail.com
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