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58 Clegg Road, Mount Evelyn. Ph: 9736 2219 Fax: 9736 1443

Email: principal@smmountevelyn.catholic.edu.au

No.28. 4th September 2017

Dear Parents and Friends, My messages to you on the front page today are quite brief as I have also sent home a letter in

a sealed envelope to each family that I strongly encourage each parent to read.

Thank you to the P & F for their fabulous work once again, with the food bank cook up

special food day and last Friday. The Subway lunch made Footy Colours Day even more

special.

This week in preparation for the arrival of the Lady of Fatima statue (to the parish), all

students will be viewing a child suitable DVD of the events around the visitation of the Lady

of Fatima. The parish has also been generous in gifting all students with a set of Rosary beads

and holy card commemorating Our Lady of Fatima.

With such a busy term, I remind everyone that the best way to keep up to date regarding

what’s happening, is via the school newsletter and website. I know that sometimes the paper

copy of the newsletter doesn’t make its way home in one piece, however be assured that the newsletter is uploaded to

the website each Monday afternoon. The St Mary’s Facebook page isn’t run by the school and is a terrific way to

keep people connected, however when checking events, start times, requirements etc. the best source of information is

the newsletter and the website.

Congratulations to the students who represented us at the district athletics last week, with some making it through to

zone; well done! Thanks to Mrs Mc Cormack who dedicates so much of her time to seeking sporting opportunities for

the children.

A couple of reminders:

Parent Teacher Interviews are next week (Thurs Sept 14th). Details of how to book on line are on the school

website.

Year 3-6 Production “A Quest for Colour” is on in week 10 and ticket order forms are in this newsletter.

(Contrary to rumour, this is not a political play but a play exploring the whole school wellbeing theme: What Would

Jesus Do?)

Costume requirements for the production are also going home this week and will also be posted on the school

website. The school costume wardrobe is available for borrowing of costumes; parents are invited to borrow

from the costumes in the hall.

Congratulations to our Students of the Week for last week: Prep B: Finn B/Harry G Prep R: Avah H-

S/Nikita L 1/2F: Darcy S-C 1/2H: Alexander K/B1/2P: Ned R 1/2R: Tess G 3/4R: Maya B 3/4F: Cody H3/4G:

Lachlan McL 3/4C: Ava E 5/6B: Nathan S 5/6F: Raph G 5/6P: Xavier B 5/6C: Antonina C

My prayers and best wishes for a lovely week. Angela Glennie, Acting Principal

Upcoming Information

School Assembly every Friday at 8.45am - ALL WELCOME Parent Teacher Interviews: September 14th School Production; Weds Sept 20th & Thurs Sept 21st (12 noon & 6 pm) FRIDAY 22nd September– LAST DAY FOR TERM 3, 2.30PM FINISH School Resumes for Term 4 on Monday 9th October at 8.45am

WINTER UNIFORM required to be worn TERM 2 & 3

Change of date: Confirmation will now take place on Friday November 10th at 6:00pm.

MASS TIMES - St Mary’s Mt Evelyn Saturdays - 6:30 pm & Sundays 10.30 am & 5.00

Parent Teacher Interviews – Online Bookings

This term we are using an online bookings system for Parent Teacher Interviews, which will be held on Thursday the 14th of September from 3:30pm to 8:00pm.

Bookings will open from the 30th of August at 9am. It will be a first in, best-dressed scenario. Bookings must be finalised before the 11th of September at 4pm.

When bookings for this event close, NO further interviews can be booked. Interviews will be held for ten minutes and one interview time can only be booked for a teacher. If you require more time with a particular teacher, please arrange a

alternative appointment to occur at a different date by contacting the office.

The online address to make bookings is: www.schoolinterviews.com.au and The event code is: uw3tp (use lower case as it is case sensitive).

Follow these below easy steps: SEE ST MARY’S SCHOOL WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION

Week Day & Date Time Event

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Friday 8th Sept 3.30pm 8.45am

Staff Meeting School Assembly Grade 5/6 Bowling Chirnside Park

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Monday 11th Sept Wed 13th Sept Thursday 14th Sept Friday 15th Sept Saturday 16th Sept

11:30am 11:30 am 3.30-8.00pm 8.45am 9-11.30am

Drama Toolbox - Prep Incursion Cast 1 rehearsal Yr 3-6

Cast 2 rehearsal Yr 3-6 Parent Teacher Interviews School Assembly Grade 5/6 Bowling Chirnside Park

Working Bee - Production

Naplan Test Results for Grades 3 & 5 The Naplan test results for Grades 3 & 5 are available for collection from the office on Wednesday. We ask that

when reading your children’s results that you remember that they are based on one test, on one occasion, back in May of this year. We monitor and assess your child’s progress on an ongoing basis to maintain a complete picture of their strengths and learning needs.

APPLICATIONS TO COLLEGES CLOSE FOR YEAR 7 2019 ON 25TH AUGUST 2017

Parents of Grade 5 Students of 2017 Enrolment process for starting year 7 in 2019

Make contact with your preferred secondary school in term 1, 2017. Follow their enrolment requirement process. Term 2 of 2017 – St Mary’s will send you

forms to complete of which secondary school you wish your child to attend. These forms are forwarded to your applied secondary school. Offers are made to

you by the secondary school you have applied for a placement with by May 2018. Look in the newsletter for advertisements of open days

GRADE 4 parents of 2017 please contact your secondary school of preference to get information on the enrolment process for year 7 2019.

Woolworths Earn and Learn 2017 Dear Parents, This year we will be participating in the Woolworths Earn and Learn program. Through this program we will be able to get new

educational resources for our school and all we need you to do is, when you can, shop for your groceries at Woolworths. From Wednesday 26th July to Tuesday 19th September or while stocks last, we are collecting Woolworths Earn and Learn Stickers. You will get one Woolworths Earn and Learn Sticker for every $10 spent (excluding liquor, tobacco and gift cards). Place the Woolworths Earn and Learn Sticker onto a Woolworths Earn and Learn Sticker sheet and when it’s complete, the Sticker sheet can be dropped into the collection box in the school office. At the end of the promotion, we’ll be able to get some great new equipment. The range is extensive and offers lots of items ideal for our students. If you’d like to know more visit woolworths.com.au/earn and learn In the past we have been able to secure some terrific resources for the classrooms through this scheme. Thanks for your support. Melissa Roberts St. Mary’s Earn and Learn Co-ordinator 2017

SCHOOL FEES Forms for periodical deductions weekly/fortnightly/monthly/quarterly either Direct Debit or Credit Card were sent home in February with your 2017 invoice. Statements are sent home at the end of each term. Please check them carefully. The school fees and levies are set by the Parish/School Education Board annually. The school fees can be varied, if an application is made, and approval granted by the Parish Priest. The School will take the necessary steps to recover unpaid fees and levies.

Internet Banking: St Marys Primary School BSB 083-347 Account Number 676054930

(reference eldest child’s name). Payment options available at the office – EFTPOS/Cheque/Cash

NO NUTS

We have children attending our school with severe (life threatening) peanut allergies. As always, we are concerned for the safety of our children, and ask everyone to avoid bringing any items that may contain peanuts to school, as the

smallest amount of peanut or proteins of peanuts on benches, etc., can affect an allergic child. Whilst I can appreciate that there may be children who

just love to have their peanut butter sandwiches or bars, I am sure that if it was your child with the allergy, you would also appreciate people helping

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Child Safety Code of Conduct

St Mary’s endeavours to create and maintain an environment where child safety is paramount and there is zero tolerance of any form of child abuse.

What is the purpose of a child safety code of conduct? A child safety code of conduct is intended to promote child safety in the school environment. A child safety code of conduct spells out professional boundaries and acceptable and unacceptable adult/child relationships and behaviour.

It should be unambiguous, widely disseminated and supported by supervision, professional development and training. A child safety code of conduct helps schools, staff and volunteers to raise behavioural issues. It provides a reference point for discussion when there may otherwise be confusion, uncertainty, or a lack of confidence about boundaries for appropriate behaviour with children. The code specifies behaviour unacceptable for a professional relationship between a teacher and a student. All parents, relatives and caregivers attending St Mary’s Primary School to help within the classroom must hold a

current Working with Children Check and must have read and signed the Code of Conduct. Please go to our website for more information.

CHILD SAFETY CODE OF CONDUCTS CAN BE COMPLETED AT THE OFFICE

WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECK

All Parents and Friends visiting St Marys must have a ‘Working With Children Check’. These are available FREE to volunteers on line

Uniforms All St. Mary’s students are required to wear the full correct school uniform. We believe that the wearing of uniforms

promotes the children’s pride in their school and self-discipline. Uniform items can be purchased or made at little cost.

The uniform shop at St. Mary’s carries all uniform items, including school and library bags. There is a small amount of

second hand uniforms available in the shop.

Children are expected to have a school bag with the St Mary’s School logo.

Please ensure that your children bring their correct school bag.

Girls’ Winter Uniform Boys’ Winter Uniform

Navy tunic or tailored pants Navy Trousers Length of dresses and tunics should (no jeans, jean style or cargo pants) not be above the knee (no jeans, jean style or cargo pants) St Mary’s polo shirt St Mary’s polo shirt St Mary’s windcheater St Mary’s windcheater Navy socks or tights Navy socks Black polished shoes Black polished shoes (no sneakers/runners) (no sneakers/runners) Navy gloves and scarf (optional) Navy gloves and scarf (optional)

Girls’ Winter Sports Uniform Boys’ Winter Sports Uniform

Navy track suit pants Navy track suit pants St Mary’s windcheater St Mary’s windcheater Navy unisex sports shorts or Navy unisex sports shorts Navy skort. St Mary’s polo shirt St Mary’s polo shirt White St. Mary’s sports socks or plain White St. Mary’s sports socks or plain white socks and runners white socks and runners

2017 WORKING BEES GROUNDS MAINTENANCE Working Bees at St Mary’s are fundamental to maintaining safe and orderly learning environments for our students. There are so many tasks to do with such a large school ground that we need all the help we can get!

To assist planning for this year we are asking each family to attend ONE Working Bee and to indicate which session (listed below) suits best. As an incentive this year the families that attend a Working Bee date will be rebated the $60.00 working bee levy from their account. In an effort to cater for everyone, we will hold Working Bees across a range of days and times. If these dates to not suit you please contact the office and schedule a time that will be appropriate. If you are a tradie, we would appreciate your expertise at times, so please let us know your skills below. Please complete and return the form to the office by February 10th 2017. We looking forward to seeing you all, Veronica Fraraccio Deputy Principal

Please complete and return to school before 10th February 2017 Family Name: _______________________________Eldest Child’s Grade: _______________ Please tick to select a date from below or nominate a date of your own _______________2017 I have particular skills and expertise in the area of ___________________________________

() Saturday Sept 16th (Production set up) 9:00 -11:00 am () Wednesday Oct 25th 3:30 - 5:30 pm () Thursday Dec 7th 8:45 - 10:45 am

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BEFORE SCHOOL TENNIS LESSONS AT ST MARY’S Platinum Tennis Coaching strives to provide a fun, positive and challenging environment for your child

to learn and enjoy tennis. Lessons are now being offered at St Mary’s at a convenient time before

school, which means a positive start to the day for your child by engaging them in physical activity

before they head into class. Also every student who signs up for a Term of Coaching receives a free

racquet!! Tennis is a fantastic sporting activity and our coaching reflects the passion we have for everyone to learn and participate in it.

We feel very privileged to be able to conduct these lessons on the outdoor courts at St Mary’s Catholic Primary School. I look forward to

seeing you out on the court! Matt O’Toole – Head Coach

www.platinumtenniscoaching.com.au E: matt@platinumtenniscoaching.com.au Ph: 0425 711 879

Before School Tennis Lessons at St Mary’s Contact Matt O’Toole on 0425 711 879 for further information

School Vegetable Garden News The weather is slowly warming up and we are beginning to plant some seeds for our garden. A big thank-you to Wandin Valley nursery for the generous donation of a large box of seeds.

Thank-you to the Webb family for the massive donation of all of the daffodils. Donations needed: kids sized shovels, rakes and gardening gloves; any coloured flowers, native plants and outdoor paint to paint the tyres would be great! Thank-you. This week there will be garden club on Wednesday 6th September from 10.45 till 11.30am. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated. All helpers are required to have a working with children’s check. Also, if you would like to assist, please complete the form below. Or email rpritchard@smmountevelyn.catholic.edu.au. Thank-you - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - VEGETABLE GARDEN VOLUNTEER AVAILABILITY

Name:_______________________________________Mobile:______________________________ Availability: Helping in the garden ⟥ Wednesday 10.45am. Thank-you

Community News!

The Festa Committee would like to welcome all of St Mary’s parent’s children

and staff to attend this annual celebration. If you would like to help out for

the day please contact Carmel Pignataro cpignataro@iprimus.com.au

Festa FIREWORKS Council approved Fireworks display on Sunday the 18th of September at 7.00pm ‘St Mary’s Primary

School’, to celebrate our annual “Festa” in honour of our Lady Maria ss. Annunziata. This display is coordinated by “Foti”, Australia’s largest manufacturer and display operator of fireworks. The display will last for approximately 15 minutes.

Please keep your pets safety and security in mind for this evenings event

Dear Parents and Friends of St Mary’s, Step into Life Lilydale has offered us an amazing

fundraising offer for the month of September to all parents and friends of St Mary’s Catholic

Primary School. In a great way to become motivated about your health and fitness, we want you to get active and help raise some funds for our

school! From 1st - 30th September 2017, Step into Life Lilydale is ”throwing open the doors” AND Inviting you to join

their team for fun, fitness and fresh air - for the entire month at only $49.00! That’s unlimited Group Personal Training for the entire month

of September for only $49.00! AND All the money raised will go directly back to the school! If we had ‘just’ 20 family and friends take up the month offer that would mean over $900 for our school!

Step into Life Lilydale welcomes all ages, fitness levels and abilities with a range of session times and activities to suit all,

For a full timetable, visit their website www.stepintolife.com and go to the Lilydale drop down, visit the Facebook page for Step into Life

Lilydale or contact Dave on 0423 223 890 for any further information.

Registration for this offer commences from 3rd August 2017 and can be done by:

1. Calling or texting Step into Life Lilydale on 0423 223 890 and tell Dave you’re from St Mary’s Primary; or

2. Go to the Facebook page ‘step into life lilydale’ and send a message. Dave will get back to you ASAP and get you ready.

Dear Parents & Friends and school volunteers

Thank you from St Mary’s:

To all the co-ordinators of our events - without you these activities simply wouldn’t happen and it’s

fantastic to see such teamwork and dedication to help our school keep moving forward.

To all the parents/carers and grandparents in our school community that have been involved in

many of our activities – thank you. Your time, talent and effort make a huge

difference and we appreciate everything you do! And to our whole school community, thank you for

participating in our fundraising opportunities throughout the year.

District Athletics 2017 Last Friday we had 48 students represent St Marys at the Montrose district athletics carnival. In perfect weather conditions, eight schools competed at the event held at Morrison Reserve. Overall St Marys came fourth, a fantastic effort against some tough competition. Individually the kids gave their absolute best efforts. Never giving up and showing great sportsmanship while they ran, jumped or threw. Thank you to Kerrie F and Rose B for helping out at long Jump for most of the day. Many thanks also to all the parents that came to support and cheer the kids on. Well done to all the kids that competed, you are all absolute superstars! It is such a pleasure to watch you all get out there and try your best. Good luck to the following students who have qualified for Division next term: Alice McC (1500, 800), Mawson S (800), Cohen S (shot put), Charlie B (triple jump), Lily R (triple jump), Nash C (shot put) and Josh D (triple jump).

THE PARENTS AND FRIENDS COMMITTEE

DONATIONS REQUIRED FOR UPCOMING RAFFLES FOR 2017 GENERAL RAFFLE COLLECTION

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Cadbury Chocolate Fundraiser is due back on

NOW!!!!!!

Other Religious Education news:

Mini Vinnies: Thank-you to everyone who donated to

the Colour Challenge. All the money raised will go to

“Assist- a-student” to educate children overseas

Class Mass this week: 3/4F will celebrate Mass in the

church at 9.00 on Thursday 7th September. All welcome!

The statue of Our Lady of Fatima will be at St.Mary’s

Church from 9th – 15th September. Each class will attend a

weekday Mass in this week in honour of Our Lady, Mary

the Mother of God.

Please pray for Riley L (5/6B), Harrison A (5/6PC) and

Cooper A (3/4R) who are making their First Communion this Sunday 10th September at 10.30am Mass. A

big thank-you to Karla Z and Sue V d L for preparing the 5/6 boys for this Holy Sacrament.

Fr.Michel Corriveau will present a talk on Wednesday 6th Sept, 7.30pm on: Marriage in the life of the

Church talk, in the Parish portable (next to the Presbytery).

THE QUEST FOR COLOUR 20th – 21st September 2017

Ticket Order Form grades 3-6

Family Name: _________________Contact Number: ______________

Eldest Childs Name: _____________________ Grade: ______________

DO NOT SEND ANY MONEY WITH THIS ORDER

NB* No Credit Card facility available/No Cheques CASH ONLY PAYMENTS WILL BE ACCEPTED ON PICKUP OF TICKETS.

WEDNESDAY 20th September

Cast 1 grades 3/4C & 3/4F

All grade 5/6’s

Wednesday 20th September 6.00pm Number of Tickets Required 1__2__ $10.00

Wednesday 20th September 12.00pm Number of Tickets Required _____ $6.00

THURSDAY 21st September

Cast 2 grades 3/4G & 3/4R

All grade 5/6’s

Thursday 21st September 6.00pm Number of Tickets Required 1__2__ $10.00

Thursday 21st September 12.00pm Number of Tickets Required _____ $6.00

2 tickets maximum for evening for initial order/if more are required contact the office

Total Number of Tickets Ordered __________

Total Amount Payable on Collection $ ___________

Beef Pie 3.00 Nippies Milk (Choc or Strawberry) 1.50

Party Pie 1.00 Mineral Water (Orange, Cola, Apple Raspberry or Blue Heaven) 1.20

Party Sausage Roll 1.00 Just Juice (Apple or Paradise Punch) 1.20

Hot Dog 2.20

Dim Sims 0.80

Chicken Tenders 1.10

Party Pasties 1.00

Lasagne 2.50

Mac'n'Cheese 2.50

Jam Doughnut 1.10

Soy Sauce 0.30 Ring Doughnut (Chocolate or Strawberry) 0.90

Tomatoe Sauce 0.30 Choc Chip Cookie 0.80

Brown Paper Bags 0.20 Low Salt Popcorn 1.00

Vegie Chips (Salt & Vinegar) 1.20

Chips (Low Salt Plain or Honey Soy) 1.20

Buttered 1.00

Vegemite 0.30

Cheese 0.50 Red Skins 0.30

Mayonnaise 0.20 Milko Sticks 0.30

Lettuce 0.50 Ovalteenies 0.90

Tomato 0.50 Sundfruit Lolly Bag 0.90

ADD

SNACKS

SPECIAL TREATS

Limit 1 per order

ST. MARY'S TUCKSHOP

Term 3 - 2017

ORDERING: On a paper bag please clearly put your child’s – Name

Grade

Items Ordered

Amount Due

Change Due

Please provide correct money if possible (wrap money in paper).

For families paying together, please write on each bag the name and grade of each child.

HOT FOOD DRINKS

EXTRAS

Please write as a separate item

BREAD ROLLS

White only

Notification in the newsletter when tickets are ready to be picked up from off