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Term 4 Week 4 Wednesday 1st November, 2017
NOVEMBER
Thursday 2nd November One Day One Song—Whole School
(from 11:30-11:50am) Online Music Concert
Friday 3rd November Region Finals—Volleyball
Ticket sales for Diamond & Dancing close
Monday 6th November (School as normal)
Canteen closed Walkathon money & forms due
Tuesday 7th November Melbourne Cup Day—no school
Wednesday 8th November Year 5 & 6 incursion—Starlab
Year 1 excursion—Zoo
Thursday 9th November Walkathon
Saturday 11th November Diamonds & Dancing—Fundraiser
Monday 13th November Year 6 Graduation photo
Tuesday 14th November Year 6 incursion—Metro trains Year 5 Rowville SC—STEM
Wednesday 15th November 2nd Hand Uniform Sale—whole school 2018 Preps—Step Into Prep 2:40pm
Monday 20th November 2018 Preps—Parent Info Night 7pm
Wednesday 22nd November 2018 Preps—Step Into Prep 2:40pm
Wednesday 29th November Prep—Bunnings Workshop Year 1 incursion—Science
State Rugby finals Preps—Step Into Prep 2:40pm
‘Kids Hope’ afternoon tea (3:30pm in the staffroom for Kids Hope students)
Term Dates 2017: Term 4 9 Oct—22 Dec
Term Dates 2018: Term 1 30 Jan—29 Mar Term 2 16 Apr—29 Jun
SCHOOL FOYER MONITOR
State School Spectacular Choir
Respect Responsibility Excellence Honesty & Fairness
Tolerance & Understanding
Reminder … SCHOOL HATS
ARE COMPULSORY
IN TERMS 1 & 4
Karoo Calendar Principal’s Comments
Staffing Last week I received a call from Justin Butler (our Senior Education Improvement Leader) informing me that my Expression of Interest application for the Acting Principal role at Karoo was successful. The tenure is from 13
th November to 22
nd December.
Fiona Marker will continue her role as Acting Assistant Principal for the remainder of the term. Gemma Wild and Karen Watts will continue as class teachers for 3F until the end of the year.
Class Structure We are currently working to develop class lists for next year. Staff put a huge amount of effort and time into creating classes because they know that creating a positive learning environment will lead to better academic and social outcomes. We value and acknowledge the social development of students too; the playground is a great place for socialising with friends and making friends is an important skill in life.
Therefore we have developed a consistent approach to develop class lists and classes will be formed based on the following:
Students’ learning needs including a cross section of achievement levels
Staff recommendations including specialist teachers
Gender balance
Students will participate in Transition sessions, providing an opportunity for staff to observe groupings of students
To assist students to adjust to a new class in 2018, staff use Wellbeing sessions to develop every child’s ‘resilience’, that is the ability to adapt and adjust to change. Resilient students have skills and strategies to solve problems when they face unfamiliar or difficult situations and strive to find good solutions.
Karoo Annual Implementation Plan for 2018 Each year schools look closely at their priority areas and develop an action plan to help them achieve the best possible outcomes for their students. This is known as the Annual Implementation Plan (AIP). Currently we are working through an online program to complete a school self - assessment which will inform us of our school’s position to guide us to set new goals. The information gathered will drive and provide specific focus for planning future programs and strategies. The Education State requires every school to have a goal related to the teaching of literacy. In consultation with staff and use of school data, one goal will be directly related to improving student's comprehension skills. Setting the goal is not the challenge, we must ensure the goal can be measured to monitor improvement.
New Camp for Year 3 students in 2018 Due to the larger number of students in Year 3 next year Camp Arrabri is unable to accommodate all the students. Camp Manyung, a YMCA camp at Mount Eliza, was highly recommended to us. Fiona Marker visited the camp and was very impressed with the facilities and staff. We have booked this camp for 2018, more details will be provided next year. You might like to look at the website www.camps.ymca.org.au/locate/manyung.html.
Walkathon The annual Karoo Walkathon will be held on Thursday 9
th November from 9.00 -11.00. This is a
great opportunity for students and parents to have a brisk walk, hopefully enjoy the sunshine and raise funds for the school. Information was sent home last week providing more details. Our Class Representative Coordinator has been contacting parents through emails seeking support to assist with supervision at the checkpoints. If you have missed this communication but are able to assist please see Leanne Vines.
Student Recognition Oliver B, a year 5 student, has recently achieved a milestone in his Scouting journey. As a member of 1
st Rowville Cub Pack he has earned the Grey Wolf. The Grey Wolf Award is the
highest achievement for a Cub. It is the Cub’s equivalent to the Queen Scout Award. Congratulations Olly!
Leanne Vines Acting Principal
Phone: 9759-6222 Fax: 9759-6211 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.karoops.vic.edu.au
NO SCHOOL ASSEMBLY
Monday 6th November
REMEMBERANCE DAY POPPIES
On sale today until 10th November in the LC6 during lunch eating time and at the office before and after school. The following items are available:
Poppies ($2 or $5) Wristbands ($3) Bag Tags ($4) Key Rings ($4) Pens ($5)
CLASS AWARDS
Year 3-6 Week Ending— 27th October, 2017
Year 3: 3C—The whole class; Cooper R, Grace T & Nicola P—3F; All year 3s—for camp Year 4: All year 4s—for camp Year 5: Jordan R, Andrew F, Sebastian G, Sasha F, Aaron C—5J; Ryan B, Darin J, Ashlee R, Erin R—5R; Matthew D, Amira K, Taya M, Leo Z—5W. Year 6: Lachlan M, Joshua L—6F; Ala’a A—6M, Vanessa H, Brayden R, Eden S, Dakota Y—6V.
Indonesian: Leon J, Elaine L, Seth C, Hayleen M, Daniel Z, Cooper B, Joseph R, Riley H, Anika L.
UNIVERSITY OF NSW
ASSESSMENTS
MATHEMATICS Karoo had 19 students sit the ICAS English Assessment. We gained 3 credits, 4 Distinctions and 1 High Distinction. Congratulations to the following students from Years 3 to 6:
Credit Year 3—Toby C Year 4—Joshua F, Tabitha F & Ian K Year 5—Ava L and Jordan W Year 6—Teia W and Gavin W
Students from Year 2 will receive recognition and their certificates at the next assembly.
Well Done! Deborah Thompson (ICAS Co-ordinator)
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL’S REPORT Year 3/4 Camp - Arrabri Lodge Last week I had the absolute pleasure of attending the Year 3/4 camp at Arrabri Lodge in Warburton for a day. It was fantastic to spend time with the students and see them thoroughly enjoying themselves. Highlights included soaring through the air on the ever popular giant swing, tackling the ropes course, zipping down the flying fox, cooking damper, lawn bowls, archery and the highly entertaining ‘Karoo Has Talent’ performance. Added to this was the nocturnal hike, bush dancing, a reptile show and the extreme excitement of sharing a cabin with friends. The students were very responsible in their duty groups and did a wonderful job setting and clearing tables after breakfast and dinner. Camp is an amazing experience and offers many opportunities for students to extend themselves physically, socially and, for some, emotionally in a supportive, safe environment. We would like to sincerely thank the staff who organized and attended the camp, as well as our wonderful parent helpers. Their dedication ensures that our students continue to have broad range of exceptional experiences at Karoo.
Leaving at the end of the year? If your child will not be returning to Karoo in 2018, we ask that parents inform the school in writing addressed to Leanne Vines or myself as soon as possible, to assist us with class structure planning for the new year. This does not include the Year 6 students.
Fiona Marker Acting Assistant Principal
PE & SPORTS NEWS
Regional Athletics – 18 Karoo students compete
In the second week of Term 4, 18 students from Karoo competed at the Regional Athletics competition at Bill Sewart Athletics Track. Our students had all successfully qualified to compete by finishing in the top 2 in the District and Division Athletics events. It was tough com-petition with many excellent athletes competing. All of our students put in an outstanding effort and should be extremely proud of their achievements. A special mention to Harrison C (4RD) who finished 2
nd in the 200 metres and Jasmine H (5J) who finished 2
nd in the High
Jump who made it through to the State Athletics Championships on 30th October. A list of the students and the events that they competed
in at the Regional Championships are below:
Josh Maroney PE & Sports Co-ordinator
EVENT NAME
200m sprint- girls – 10 year olds Chloe J – 3C
800m – girls – 10 year olds Chloe J – 3C
4 x 100 m RELAYS AA - 10 Yr Girls Chloe J – 3C
200m sprint- boys – 10 year olds Harrison C – 4RD
High Jump Girls AA - 11 Year Old Jasmine H – 5J
4 x 100 m RELAYS AA - 10 Yr Girls Keira D – 4RD
High Jump Boys AA - 12/13 Year Old Lachlan M – 6M
Hurdles – boys – 12/13 year olds Lachlan M – 6M
4 x 100 m RELAYS AA - 10 Yr Girls Lauren B – 6V
4 x 100 m RELAYS AA - 10 Yr Girls Tiah M- 4RD
100 m sprint – boys – 10 year old Harrison C – 4RD
Triple Jump Boys AA - 12/13 Year Old Jordan H – 6F
1500m- boys- 12/13 year olds Matthew H – 6M
Long Jump Girls AA - 11 Year Old Summer M – 6M
Jasmine—2nd Place
Harrison—2nd Place
Distinction Year 3—Elaine L Year 5—Ryan K High Distinction Year 3—Daniel Z
A Note from Rhonda Luttrell
(Student Wellbeing Officer)
We are coming to that time of year where we spend a lot of time celebrating. We celebrate the end of the school year, but also dance, gymnastics, karate and other areas of participation. The last few weeks of the year can be a very busy time, however my encouragement to you is that you enjoy these times, as these are what memories are made from. The end of the year also brings people together for celebrating with family and friends. Throughout the year you have probably been celebrating birthdays, but with the end of the year, celebrations may include special Christmas and New Year events. Each family has their unique way of celebrating and family traditions are important; they provide a sense of identity, the shared memories and ways of doing things. Traditions and rituals often tell a story about a family, for instance how a family may love camping or travel together or how they celebrate with each other by playing simple games such as backyard cricket, or how you may decorate your home. These traditions strengthen family bonds and provide comfort and security while reinforcing family values and leaving long lasting memories. As you look toward the coming weeks, remember that when you do things together, you are creating a memory that will last a lifetime – Sometimes the most ordinary things could be made extraordinary simply by doing them with the right people. Just a reminder that I am at the school Monday and Thursday 8.30am to 4pm, please feel free to come and talk to me about any wellbeing concerns you may have for your child at school, my office is located in the Prep area.
Cheers,
Rhonda Luttrell
TERM 4 ASSEMBLIES:
6th Nov: No assembly 21st Dec: Special Assembly 13th Nov: Whole School 20th Nov: Prep—Year 2 27th Nov: Years 3-6 4th Dec: Whole School 11th Dec: No assembly
Final Assembly: Friday 22nd December Students dismissed at 1:30pm
FUNDRAISING NEWS … UPCOMING EVENT
DIAMONDS a nd DANCING
Saturday 11th November Karoo Primary School Gym
7:30—11 :30 pm
ENTRY TICKETS - $30 PER PERSON
(ticket orders due back 3rd nov)
A note went home last week outlining
this fabulous night being organised by
the fundraising committee, with a tear
off slip ticket order form ATTACHED
Live music from ‘rise’
Finger food provided
Byo alcohol/SOFT DRINKS
Special raffle draw
BUY A TICKET IN OUR special RAFFLE FOR
A 1-IN-125 CHANCE OF WINNING A
1/2 CARAT DIAMOND (VALUE-$3,800)
Raffle tickets—$30 each
Pre-order or purchase on the night!
AN INVITITATION IS EXTENDED TO OUR SCHOOL COMMUNITY TO JOIN US FOR THIS
GLITTERING FUNDRAISER!
Karoo Parents’ Association
KPA would like to thank the class reps and Karoo parent community for their support on Teacher Appreciation Day. The
day could not have run without all your wonderful contributions. Al staff were grateful to receive a delicious morning tea and lunch, and a nice little gift to take home. Thank you to the Gilbert family for the generous donations of gifts. The teachers truly felt appreciated for all their hard work and dedication in supporting our children on their primary school journey.
Neither Karoo Primary School nor the Department of Education endorses the product or services of any private advertiser. No responsibility is accepted by Karoo Primary School or Department of Education for accuracy of information contained in advertisements or claims made by them.
STUDENT BANKING
Student banking day is Monday. If your child has a Commonwealth Bank Dollarmites or Youthsaver account and you wish to do their banking through the school, simply send along their deposit book with completed deposit slip and correct money secured in the pocket of the yellow folder. This is a deposit only service. Spare deposit books and yellow folders are available from the office. If you do not have one of the above accounts, you can go to any branch of the Commonwealth Bank to open one. If you have any queries, please see Magdalene at the office.
OFFICE NEWS…
Chicken Pox Just to inform the community that we have had a case of chicken pox reported in the Year 1 level.
CANTEEN NEWS …
Canteen is open for lunch orders
& recess counter sales every day. Please
make sure you use the latest menu
(Summer Menu—Terms 4 2017 & Term 1
2018) when ordering. Canteen menus at
the office.
New online ordering—now available!
We will be selling Zooper Doopers for 50c after school in the Courtyard. The money will go towards the Year 6 Graduation.
So please help support the Year 6s in their final year of primary school. Thank you!
Year 6 students.
TERM 4 KAROO
HOUSE POINTS 133
WYANDRA KELLBOURNE MURRINDAL BARINGA
108 115 128
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LOST PROPERTY — COMMUNITY CENTRE
No visitors during class time please!
Open Before & After School:
Mon-Wed 8:45-9am & 3:30-
3:45pm
Open During School:
Mon—Wed 1:30-1:40pm
Uniform Shop
Klad Sport, 8 Macro Court, Rowville
Ph: 9763 0266
Opening Hours: Mon - Frid: 8:30am-4:30pm & Sat: 9:00am-1:00pm
Closed for holidays :
Sat 23rd Dec 2017—Sat 13th Jan 2018
COMMUNITY NEWS
FOSTER CARERS NEEDED - If you have thought about foster care, please get in touch and ask the questions you have always wanted to. Ring: Key Assets 1800 932 237 or 1800 WE CARE. Email: [email protected] Web: canifoster.com.au or keyassets.com.au
2018 Prep
Transition Dates
If you have a child starting Prep in 2018, please collect an enrolment form from the school office if you have not already done so. Our Term 4 Prep Transition dates are as follows:
Step into Prep: Wednesdays 1st, 15th 22nd & 29th November
(The above sessions are from 2:40-3:20pm - bookings preferred)
* School tours for new families continue to run throughout the
year on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30am (bookings essential).
MONDAY 6TH NOVEMBER
CANTEEN CLOSED
NO ASSEMBLY
STUDENTS ATTEND SCHOOL AS NORMAL
TUESDAY 7TH NOVEMBER
MELBOURNE CUP DAY
NO STUDENTS AT SCHOOL
BOOK COLLECTION DAYS
Book packs can be collected only during these times.
Payments can be made at the office at any time.
Tuesday 12th December 2017
8:30am-9:30am 11:30am-12:30pm
3:00-6:00pm
Wednesday 24th January 2018
10:00am—1:00pm
