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NEWSLETTER N0.26
1ST SEPTEMBER 2011 NOTICES DUE BACK BY
DIARY DATES Thursday 1st September Monday 19th September Wednesday 21st September Thursday 22nd September
Grade 5 - CERES Community Environment Park Father‟s Day Stall Film Festival Clover Cottage Dinner Prep Life Education Visit Pie Drive Pick Up
Friday 9th September
J-Rock Performance Tickets Prep Life Education Visit Wednesday 14th September Clover Cottage Dinner Thursday 15th September Pie Drive
CANTEEN IS CLOSED ON TUESDAYS
PRINCIPAL’S REPORT BEHAVIOURAL OPTOMETRY
control and use their system to obtain “meaning” from the environment.” Recently we had the privilege of Reading is an important skill that having Norman Russo, Russo & underpins a great deal of learning. As Associates Optometry provide a Norman pointed out, he has never presentation to staff as part of our met a child who is a poor reader professional development program for this year. Norman‟s presentation who is so by deliberate choice. For these children, reading is a painful was one of the most enlightening chore, yet too often we make the educational presentations I have child read more to overcome this witnessed in many a long time. In difficulty, with little improvement. In little more than an hour Norman explained the visual challenges that a other words, more of the same significant number of children face – doesn‟t work, unless children are not reading enough in the first place. challenges that often impact Instead of banging our heads against negatively on their learning. the wall, the field of behavioural At the core of his presentation the optometry offers alternative following passage explains a lot: strategies that often work. Reading is “Many children have a visual problem which significantly limits inextricably linked to visual skills and explanations for poor reading are present performance and could more complex than children simply limit future potentials, and yet having a technical visual problem or they have no eye problem. They having a fundamental lack of reading have healthy eyes internally and externally, no optical defects and ability. Credible research evidence indicates have clear sight at six metres that there are a range of strategies (100% or 6/6 visual acuity), yet that can be utilised to improve what they are unable to effectively is called a child‟s “visual
performance”, thereby enabling the child to learn better at school. We are hoping to have Norman present his message to parents at school forums in the future. In the meantime, he does have a website that you can visit for more detailed information. It is: www.russooptometry.com.au or phone him at 9792 3077
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ’s) Q. Will we be using the new BER building this year? A.No. We will be using the time available in term 4 after the building is completed to ensure that we have the building properly furnished and set out in the way that we wish to use it next year. It would be too disruptive to relocate grades and our library for one term.
QUOTABLE QUOTE ‘Praise has a price – it has to be earned’
HENRY GROSSEK
Enrolments for 2012 are now being accepted! Enrolment forms are available from the school office. Original birth certificates
A S S I S TA N T P R I N C I PA L S ’ R E P O RT ENROLMENTS AND TRANSFERS FOR 2012 Thank you to families who have responded to our letter seeking information regarding students who may be transferring out of Berwick Lodge at the end of 2011. It is important for all families to return these letters indicating their intentions, even if your child is continuing at our school next year. This information is vital to our planning processes for 2012. Families are also reminded of the need to enrol students who will be commencing school in Prep for 2012. Enrolment forms are available from the office.
YEAR 5 AND 6 FILM FESTIVAL and J-ROCK PERFORMANCE Tickets are now on sale for the Year 5 and 6 Film Festival and J-Rock Performance. This special event will take place on Monday 19th September 2011 and will be held at the Drum Theatre in Dandenong. Tickets are priced at $10.00 for primary school aged students and younger, $12.00 for concession card holders, and $16.00 for adults and secondary school students. Tickets may be purchased by either; phoning the theatre directly on (03)9771 6666 and paying by eftpos or credit card, personally attending the theatre, or, by ordering over the internet
(http://www.drumtheatre.com.au/) and following the links. Tickets can be posted to your home address without additional cost, or, you can pick them up from the theatre. Should you have any queries about the Film Festival please contact Mr Paul Whitehead in Room 24.
2. SLOP on SPF30+ broad spectrum sun screen and reapply when going outdoors 3. SLAP on a broad brimmed hat that shades the head, neck, face and ears 4. SEEK shade 5. SLIDE on some wrap-around sunglasses
BELEZA UNIFORM SALE
Be especially careful during the middle part of the day (between 10:00AM – 2:00PM or 11:00AM – 3:00PM daylight saving time) when the UV rays are most intense.
We have received information from Beleza, the supplier of our school uniforms that they are having a sale this week. Until Saturday 3rd September 2011 families can receive 20% off the normal retail price with the purchase of any Berwick Lodge Primary School uniform item. Beleza has several outlets, the closest is the Hallam store located at Shop 7 151-159 Princes Highway, Hallam. They can be contacted on 9702 3181.
FROM 5th SEPTEMBER, 2011 THINGS TO REMEMBER: UV levels are on the rise again so September is the time to grab your sun protection gear. When UV levels reach 3 and above, sun protection is needed because the sun can start to damage skin and eyes and lead to skin cancer. Use a combination of the following five sun protection measures. 1. SLIP on clothing that covers as much skin as possible (no singlet tops)
CONGRATULATIONS NATALIE Recently some of our students entered an art competition for Chemart Chemist. More than 100 entries were received across the state. The children were asked to create an artwork based on the theme of „wellbeing‟ with 12 entries to be chosen to create the Chemist 2012 Calendar. Congratulations to Natalie 5W who created a beautiful watercolour depicting „feeling good, feeling healthy, feeling happy‟. Natalie‟s successful entry has been chosen for the May page and she wins $1000 for our school. Well done Natalie; we are very proud of your effort.
LYNNE BRENNER AND DEBBIE CUSACK
HAVE YOU CHANGED YOUR ADDRESS OR PHONE NUMBER? Please ensure you let the school office know if you have changed address or updated mobile phones with new numbers. This information alleviates stressful situations on students when they are ill and we cannot contact parents
SCHOOL COUNCIL PRESIDENT’S REPORT Welcome everyone to my School Council President‟s Report. SCHOOL COUNCILLOR PROFILES This week I would like to introduce Lesley Lees, one of our new parent representatives and Sue Naismith, one of DEECD representatives and Grade 6 teacher. Lesley Lees: Hi Everyone! My name is Lesley Lees, and I have been part of School Council since the beginning of this year. I have been asked to tell you all a little bit about myself, so here goes: I grew up in the Springvale area, and moved to Hampton Park when I married my husband Michael, in 1991. Since then we have had three wonderful children, Ben (17), Josh (14) and Chloe (8). Although I am a qualified accountant, I have put my career aside for the moment, so that I have the time required to raise my children. I work part-time at Case Victoria in Dandenong, doing accounts and administration. I don‟t get a lot of spare time for hobbies, but I do love spending time with my friends, music, dancing and even karaoke on the rare occasion (did I just admit that in the newsletter??). I have been involved with Berwick Lodge since my eldest son started here in Grade 2 in 2001. I could not have asked for a better primary school experience for my children, and will be very sad when my youngest child finishes at the school in 2014. Please do not hesitate to contact myself, or any of the other school council members, if you have any questions or comments you would like to discuss. Sue Naismith: I‟ve been at Berwick Lodge P.S for just over 20 years now and I can honestly say I have enjoyed every one of those years! Although I am currently teaching in the senior grades I have taught in all areas of the school and even spent time as the Library teacher when the school first opened. My passion is to contribute to the education and development of all of our children in a positive and encouraging way. Outside of school I have a wonderful family and we love to enjoy the outdoors life. We have travelled to many places all over Australia in our caravan and love to stop and enjoy the scenery of our great country. I also love to garden and spend time fishing when the weather is kind to us! PRINCIPAL’S DAY This Friday 2nd September 2011, is the annual VPA Principal‟s Day. On behalf of our School Council and our school community I would like to thank our Principal Class Team (Henry Grossek, Lynne Brenner and Debbie Cusack) for all their hard work, dedication, time and effort they put in to making Berwick Lodge Primary School the great school we all recognize it is. If you see one of the team on Friday, please stop and wish them a “Happy Principal‟s Day” to let them know the work they do is appreciated. FATHER’S DAY STALL Today I assisted at our annual Father‟s Day Stall and I would like to congratulate the PFA on a very well organized morning. It was a great to see our students choosing gifts for their Dad, Grandad or Great-Grandad. Thank you to the PFA for running this stall and providing this service to our school. I would also like to wish all our Dads, Grandads and Greatdads a very Happy Father‟s Day. I hope you have a great Sunday! Please do not hesitate to contact me directly via the school office or you can email me on norton.jodie.j@edumail.vic.gov.au
Jodie Norton School Council President
SCHOOL COUNCIL DIRECTORY President: Vice-President: Minute Secretary: Correspondence Sec.:
Jodie Norton Michelle Sarjeant Lois Smethurst Michael Tabone
Parent Members: Prashad Sujenthiran Samantha Cline Craig Benedick Carolyn Mehr Lesley Lees
Principal: DEECD Members:
PFA Co-Optee:
Henry Grossek Lynne Brenner Sue Naismith
BOOK CHARACTER DRESS UP DAY To celebrate Book Week (20th-26th August 2011) and Literacy Week (29th August4th September 2011) we are having a dress-up day. On Friday 2nd September 2011 all the students at Berwick Lodge Primary School are invited to come to school dressed as their favourite book character. Students are asked to bring a gold coin to help raise money for our 2 Asian schools in Cambodia and Laos. At the moment these children only have one A5 notebook to record all their learning for the whole year. It would be nice to think we could provide them with some much-needed books. Weather permitting; a whole school buddy lunch will take place on the basketball courts to showcase everyone‟s effort. There will be a „Smiggle‟ prize awarded to the best-dressed student in each grade! Happy costume designing, Miss Sarah Vine
SCHOOL AWARDS
Congratulations to the following students who received awards over the last week: Chloe PL
Olivia PM
Darcy PC
Caleb PW Hayley PL
Stevan PL Emily PC
Chloe PW
2011 Premier’s Reading Challenge Congratulations to all students participating in this year‟s challenge. It is great to see so many enthusiastic readers eagerly borrowing books from the recommended booklists. Don‟t forget to let your teachers know when you have completed a book so it can be verified on the Premier‟s Reading Challenge website by a coordinator. All books must be entered online and verified by Friday 16th September 2011. Congratulations to the following students who have completed the 2011 Premier’s Reading Challenge. All of Grade 1C students Nick 3B Chloe R 6N Happy Reading!
Bernadette Kelly
Chemmart 2012 Calendar School Art Project Update Finally the results are in ... During Term 3, the students in year 3-6 completed an A3 landscape 2D art work with the view of entering it into the Chemmart 2012 Calendar Competition. The theme of the work was „Wellbeing‟in terms of „feeling good, feeling happy, and feeling healthy‟. Huge congratulations to all of the students for submitting their amazing entries into the Calendar competition. You all did a wonderful job!! Mrs Zammit and Mrs McLeod are very proud of you all!! We are thrilled to announce that Natalie M in 5H, has been short listed and consequently selected by a panel of judges to be on the month of May page of the calendar. Our school has won $1000 as prize money for this selection !!! Over 1000 entries were received by the judges and with only 12 prizes being awarded all up, we are very excited to have been chosen as a winning school. All entries submitted from our school will be on display at the Chemmart Casey Central store (dates to be confirmed shortly). Calendars will also be available in the near future. With thanks and congratulations, Mrs Zammit and Mrs McLeod Visual Arts
Phys Ed News District Athletics: Congratulations to all Berwick Lodge Primary School students who represented our school in the Edwin Flack District athletics competition, held at Ross Reserve on Tuesday 30th August 2011. Every member of the team gave their all in beautiful conditions against the best athletes from the six other schools in our district. Special mention goes to the following students for winning medals in their events: Boys – Kyle Nunn (Gold in long jump, bronze in 100m sprint) Jake Mitreski (Gold in 800m and long jump) Matt Van Der Ark (Gold in 1500m, bronze in 800m) Sean Weerakoon (Silver in hurdles) Brodie Taylor (Silver in high jump, bronze in discus) Jake Stuart (Silver in discus) Clayton Taylor (Silver in triple jump) Dion Rosario (Bronze in 100m sprint) Blake Chick (Silver in high jump, bronze in 200m) Sam Newcombe (Bronze in triple jump) Girls – Olivia Neligan (Gold in long jump) Zoe Hemingway (Gold in shot put, silver in long jump) Steph Ketawalage (Gold in discus, silver in shot put) Monique Grech (silver in 1500m) Grace Phouthasenh (Silver in hurdles and high jump) Lilli Anderson (Silver in discus, bronze in 1500m) Bela Jordan (Bronze in hurdles) Jessica Makeham (Bronze in high jump) Bryanna Sillekens (Bronze in long jump) Kayla H, Stephanie K, Bryanna S, Anastasia C (Bronze in relay) Good luck to Lilli A, Grace P, Steph K, Olivia N, Zoe H, Kyle N, Jake M, Matt V and Sean W who all qualified for the regional athletics championships on Tuesday 11th October 2011 . Hooptime news! Congratulations to all students who participated in the 5/6 senior Hooptime tournament on the Monday 22nd August 2011. A great day was had by all! The 3/4 junior boys and girls ALL-STAR teams have qualified for the regional finals. The date has been announced as Thursday the 13th October 2011. Good luck guys!!
2nd INSTALMENT EMA CHEQUES ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR COLLECTION FROM THE OFFICE. Please bring photo ID with you when collecting your cheque.
SCHOOL BANKING Due to popular demand, the “Pat The Dog” money box is currently unavailable. The Commonwealth Bank will be sending all back orders to the school as soon as they are available.
This week is National Literacy and Numeracy Week (NLNW) NLNW represents a collaborative approach by all Governments and school communities to highlight the importance of literacy and numeracy skills for all children and young people, with a focus on school-aged children. NLNW gives schools the opportunity to get involved in a range of literacy and numeracy activities. The Week aims to recognise locally the achievements of students and the work of teachers, parents and members of the community who support young people to develop stronger literacy and numeracy skills. What’s Happening at Berwick Lodge? Throughout the week classes will be continuing the wonderful programs they offer however there will be a strong emphasis on Literacy and Numeracy. They will have access to Mathletics and Spellodrome websites and have opportunities to participate in the Australian Mathematics Challenge and the Australian Spelling Challenge. The Prep team will be using big books to integrate numeracy activities into their literacy sessions. Students will be using a new online resource which links literacy and numeracy. They will share a book with their buddies on Thursday to celebrate National Literacy Day. Grade 1 and 2 students will be having a Fairy Tale focus throughout the week. Teachers will be developing literacy and numeracy activities based around fairy tales. Students will have access to Mathletics and Spellodrome for use both at school and home. They will be encouraged to bring a favourite book to share with their buddies during the week. Classes will also be involved in national Reach for the Stars which explores area and perimeter in their classroom. The Grade 3 and 4 students will be busily focussing on Place Value, playing a lot of games and a number of grades will work with their Buddies on Maths Trails around the school. Card and Dice Games will be used to reinforce number concepts. They will also be involved in the Footy Maths (Tables Challenge,) Mathletics, Reach for the Stars Activities and Numeracy activities through Literacy using stories such as „Counting on Frank‟. Whilst the Grade 5 and 6 students will be competing against other students worldwide using the Mathletics program, engaging in fun maths activities associated with stories read, participating in Reach for the Stars activities by determining the perimeter and area of their classrooms using formal and informal measures, investigating maths trails around the school and challenging their peers in our Footy Tables Competition. To conclude Literacy and Numeracy Week students are invited to come dressed as their favourite book character on Friday 2nd September and will participate in a whole school lunch with their buddies.
Junior School Council News... Dear Parents, As part of our fundraising efforts for our Sponsor Children, Pheear and Oshdi, we have registered with Pauls Collect a Cap. Each specially marked milk bottle cap donated earns our School 10c. We are hoping to raise as much money as possible to enable us to help Pheear, Oshdi and their communities in Cambodia and Sri Lanka. The money we raise helps their community to provide education and school supplies, training in farming skills, medical check -ups and supplies, building materials for new classrooms and clean, safe drinking water. The caps can be placed in the marked collection bin outside Mrs Cusack‟s office.
Thank you for your support Vanessa Stevens and Lianne Morgan On behalf of the Junior School Council
2011 BERWICK LODGE FILM FESTIVAL and J-ROCK PERFORMANCE Looking for a sensational family night out??? Well we have the answer for you!! The Grade 5 and 6 children have been busy writing, filming and creating super short films and photo stories this term and we would like to invite our whole school community to the Berwick Lodge Primary School Film Festival on Monday 19th September 2011. This fantastic night will include a special performance of our star J-Rock cast as a special bonus. Invite your family and friends to a very special night and travel down the red carpet of the Drum Theatre in Dandenong for a night you will not forget! WHEN: Monday 19th September 2011 WHERE: The Drum Theatre, Dandenong Town Hall, 226 Lonsdale St Dandenong (Melways reference 91A E7) TIMES: First screening – 5pm for a 5.30pm screening (finishing around 7.15pm) Second screening – 7.45pm for a 8.15pm screening (finishing around 10pm) TICKETS – available ONLY at the Drum Theatre Either by phoning the theatre directly on (03) 9771 6666, attending the theatre personally or ordering over the internet (http://www.drumtheatre.com.au/) and following the links. $10.00 – primary school aged children $12.00 - concession card holders (pensioners, health care cards, seniors cards etc) $ 16.00 – adults and secondary school students. Get in quickly for the best seats available as tickets will sell fast.
BLOSHC NEWS School Name
OSHC
Coordinator: Dorien Erasmus
We had lots of fun creating special gifts for Father‟s day. Wishing all the fathers a very special day! Next week it will be fun factory at BLOSHC when we do some circus crafts and activities. REMINDERS Save on Care You can save 50% or more on Before and After School Care fees with the non-means tested Child Care Rebate. Almost all families are eligible. To find out more call our Customer Service Team on 1300 105 343 Monday to Friday. Visit our website to register www.campaustralia.com.au. Once registered you can make bookings and cancellations, view your statements and manage your details anytime of the day online. Before school care: 6:45am – 8:45am
After school care:
3.30pm – 6.30pm
Star of the week: Molly L PC: For sharing toys and using her manners.
AFTER SCHOOL CARE
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
Clown Mask
Circus Tent
Circus Train
Clown hat
Circus Finger Puppets
Parents & Friends Association NEXT MEETING: Thursday 13th October 2011 at 1.30pm in Room 16. Everyone is welcome, including toddlers. 2ND HAND UNIFORM SHOP: Our next 2nd hand uniform shop will be open in the school canteen on Tuesday 20th September 2011 from 2.30pm until 3.15pm.
CLOVER COTTAGE Clover Cottage is part of an eight acre country estate with stables, fountains and magnificent gardens. Come and enjoy a sumptuous dining experience with a three course meal created by Clover Cottage’s six chefs; and a fully licensed bar. Everything is prepared and made on the premises, from the bread to the chocolates! This is a great opportunity to support your school at our biggest fundraiser of the year! Local businesses have kindly donated prizes to be won and some amazing items to be auctioned. Some of the items to be won/auctions include a Digital Camera, 5 piece Ottoman set, Ballooning Adventure, Bedding, Pamper Packages, Dining and Entertainment packages, Adventure Packages, A framed Hawthorn signed team poster, plus much more. Tickets will sell out fast so be quick and return your form with payment before Thursday 14th September 2011 (unless sold out). PFA CAFÉ: Is open on Thursday afternoon‟s from 2.45pm in Room 16, next to the grade two portables. If you arrive at school early to get a car park close by, or you want to come and keep warm, please come and visit us and enjoy a hot drink for a gold coin donation.
Current Events PIE & SLICE DRIVE: The PFA are currently holding a Pie & Slice Drive, with our pies and slices being supplied by Emerald Bakery. There will be a variety of savoury and sweet pies and also some yummy slices. Please remember to ask your family and friends. Orders are due back on Thursday 15th September 2011. Pies can be collected on Thursday 22nd September 2011.
UPCOMING EVENTS DRIVE IN MOVIE NIGHT: December we will be having another fun filled Drive In Movie Night at Akoonah Park. This is a great opportunity for advertising for your business. If you work for, or own a business and would like to advertise on the night please email us at blps.pfa@hotmail.com.
BUSINESS ADVERTISING
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$1.00 from each booking goes back to BLPS. Plus $1.00 to Royal Children's Hospital
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COMMUNITY NEWS THE GLOBAL EXPERIENCE – LIVE IT AT HOME HOST FAMILY OPPORTUNITIES IN 2012 In January 2012 we will be receiving exchange students from Japan, Europe, the USA and Latin America. Our new arrivals will live with a host family and attend a local school for 2-10 months. As we plan for their arrival, we are keen to hear from suitable families located in VIC who might be interested to host a student. Hosting an exchange student can be a truly rewarding experience. It allows a family to experience a foreign culture first hand, be exposed to a new language and pass on a bit of our own culture. They might even make a friend for life! Student Exchange Australia New Zealand is a not-for-profit secondary exchange organisation which is registered with education & regulatory authorities in each State and Territory. You can find out more about our organisation by visiting www.studentexchange.org.au. If you have any questions about hosting an exchange student or would like to view profiles of students arriving from other countries, you can call our office on 1300 135 331. No obligation.
COMMUNITY NEWS NARRE WARREN-BERWICK BLUE LIGHT DISCO BERWICK LEISURE CENTRE, MANUKA ROAD, BERWICK SATURDAY 3rd September 2011 & 8th October 2011 For Students in years 4, 5, 6, 7, & 8 only Times 6:00pm to 10:00pm COST: $10.00 Any enquires to Narre Warren Police Station 9705 3111
SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM 27th September 2011, 29th September 2011, 4th October 2011 and 6th October 2011 are multi-sport days. Play Cricket, Soccer, Netball, Volleyball, Football and Dodge ball $15 per child per day Both Boys and Girls are welcome LUNCH ORDERS ARE AVAILABLE Cranbourne Indoor Sports 14 Smethurst Street Cranbourne, Vic, 3977 0478 046 708 5996 5411 www.cranbourneindoorsports.com.au cranbourne@indoorsportsvictoria.com.au
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