KURUNJANG PRIMARY SCHOOL ~ “Learning Together”

NEWSLETTER 10 - 2019

Friday 2nd May, 2019

PRINCIPAL’S REPORT

It would appear that we have seen the last of the un-seasonally warm days which we enjoyed over the holidays and at the beginning of term, particularly with the rain forecast for today. It won’t be long before we see the replacement of the broad brimmed hat for sun protection for the warmer beanie as we head toward the cooler months. Knowing the irregularity of Melbourne weather however, we continue to encourage the children and families at all times of the year, to monitor their choice of summer or winter uniform items, including hats, jumpers, coats, tracksuit pants according to the weather.

Last Wednesday we held a whole school assembly to commemorate Anzac Day. All the students are to be commended for their respectful observation to our school student leaders who led the assembly which included the reading of ‘In Flanders Fields’ the Ode of Remembrance and the explanation of the Last Post and minute’s silence, particularly as we were experiencing sound difficulties. Each class had prepared for the commemoration with activities around anniversary of the First World War, and as is our tradition, the creation of a wreath. If you were unable to attend the assembly, please view the display in the main building foyer. Thank you to Mrs Roisin Goad and the student s of 5/6 Goad for planning and conducting the assembly.

It was the school leaders and 5/6 Goad who selected one of the class created wreaths to be laid at the Melton commemorative service last Thursday. The selected wreath was designed and created by Year 5/6 Price. A very special thank you must be given to Dakota Galea in Year 6 for representing Kurunjang Primary School at the memorial service. Dakota was also representing the Melton network of schools for her reading of the Requiem, which for those of you who may have been present was delivered with utmost care and respect. Thank you Dakota!

Please enjoy the photos of the Melton commemorative service which are in this edition of the newsletter.

On Monday the Year 6’s received their letter from the Department of Education regarding placement of student’s state wide commencing Year 7 in 2020. It is important for families to read the Department’s placement policy including the permanent address guidelines and the priority order of placement. This did cause some disappointment last year for some families as the growth of Melton has restricted the number of students out of their designated neighborhood school, being able to be accepted in to another local government school.

There are 3 Government secondary colleges in the township of Melton - Kurunjang, Melton and Staughton secondary colleges. Catholic Regional College and Melton Christian College have previously been the only Independent or Catholic secondary colleges, however in 2020, Heathdale Christian College, Melton Campus, is commencing Year 7 and future secondary years provision. Heathdale will be forwarding us leaflets to explain the provision of secondary schooling at the Melton Campus which we will pass on to you for your information. Please see attached to this newsletter Melton Secondary College’s tour dates for prospective Year 7 2020 students.

PRINCIPAL’S REPORT

Thank you to the families who completed their form immediately and have returned them to school. All applications must be returned to your child’s class teacher at Kurunjang Primary School by Friday 17th May. The placements are determined by the secondary schools and notification of Year 7 placement will be made after Wednesday 7th August.

~ Learning Together

STUDENT OF THE WEEK

AWARDS

Student of the week awards are made each week and announced in the newsletter on a Thursday. The awards are presented to the

students at assembly on Friday at 2.30pm in the Gym.

Parents are most welcome to attend.

3/4 Estelle ~ Claire Couwenberg 3/4 Estelle ~ Aryeta Ramadani

3/4 Ryan ~ Riley Noonan 3/4 Ryan ~ Emma Curmi

3/4 Mellissa ~ Tyler Barker 3/4 Mellissa ~ Brock Sanders 3/4 Cattanach ~ Keith Galea 3/4 Cattanach ~ Brad Losco 3/4 Blake ~ Tahlia Edwards

3/4 Blake ~ Rogue Garth 5/6 Narelle ~ Aisha Cavkic

5/6 Narelle ~ Alexander Otue 5/6 Rob ~ Asunta Riak

5/6 Rob ~ Eva Bice 5/6 Ana ~ Noah Victuelles 5/6 Ana ~ Sienna Stokely

5/6 Goad ~ Katarina Sutlar 5/6 Goad ~ Dean Henwood

APPLICATIONS FOR CSEF

CAMPS, SPORTS & EXCURSION FUND FOR

NEW STUDENTS/FAMILIES

If you are you are a current parent and have additional students at the school this year or you are a new parent this year and you have a valid means tested concession card or you are a temporary foster parent you may be eligible to get assistance through the CSEF. Please collect an application form from the school office and return it with your current Health Care/Concession card ASAP

FORWARD PLANNING

Wednesday 1st May – Tuesday 25th June

Collect Woolworth Earn & Learn Stickers Wednesday 8th May

District Cross Country ~ McPherson Park Thursday 9th Mary

Book Club ~ Orders Due

PFA Mother’s Day Stall Friday 10th May

Year 3/4 Camp ~ 1st Payment Due

Year 5/6 Camp ~ 1st Payment Due

PFA Mother’s Day Stall Friday 17th May

Year 6-7 Application Forms Due Monday 20th – Friday 24th May

Teeth On Wheels ~ 1st Visit Friday 24th May

Alpha Show – King Arthur ~ Money Due

Education Week ~ Dress Up Parade 9.15am Wednesday 29th May

Alpha Show – King Arthur ~ Whole School Friday 14th June

Year 3/4 Camp ~ 2nd Payment Due

Year 5/6 Camp ~ 2nd Payment Due Monday 15th July

Curriculum Day ~ Students not required at School Friday 9th August

Year 3/4 Camp ~ Final Payment Due Friday 23rd August

Year 5/6 Camp ~ Final Payment Due Wednesday 28th August to Friday 30th August

Year 3/4 Lady Northcote Camp Monday 9th September to Wednesday 11th September

Year 5/6 Beach Experience Camp Monday 7th October, 2019

Curriculum Day ~ Students not required at School Monday 25th – Friday 29th November

Teeth on Wheels ~ 2nd Visit

CELEBRATION OF LEARNING

Students in Foundation Potts have been learning about Shapes recently in Maths. They have been exploring different shapes and the number of edges and vertices each has. Students used Geometry Sticks to make their own shapes and were able to explore what happens if they make an irregular shape. The rich conversations showed that students were engaged and loved the activities!

ANZAC DAY

On Thursday the 25th of April thousands of people attended Melton’s Cenotaph to pay respect to those men and women who went to war and especially, for those who never returned. Dakota Galea was not only one of those people, but she had a very special job. Dakota won the opportunity to read the ANZAC Requiem at the mid-morning service. Although Dakota was very nervous, she read the Requiem with pride and many people congratulated her for her beautiful reading. Dakota was very lucky to meet Ray, a 97-year-old Veteran who served in the Second World War. Ray, although feeling very emotional on this day, was

happy to have a photo with Dakota. Dakota also met Ian who is the President of the RSL and a war veteran himself. Ian was the Master of ceremonies on this day and was also happy to have a photo with Dakota.

LOST LIBRARY BOOKS

We currently have a large number of overdue library books. Could I ask all Parents and Carers to help their children look at home for books that belong to our school and return them to the

library ASAP.

Thankyou Lynne Notman ~ Library Technician

BOOK CLUB

Book Club will be handed out this week and will need to be returned by next Thursday the 9th of May for processing on Friday morning. Online orders will close on this date for delivery at school. Please make sure all orders have the child’s name, grade and correct money placed in a

sealed envelope/bag.

WEDNESDAY’S MULTICULTURAL

PLAYGROUP AT KPS

Children 0-5 years are offered the opportunity to join Playgroup with VICSEG.

PLAYGROUP AT KPS ~ FRIDAY’S 9-11AM

Children from 0-5yrs. Come along and meet new people while your child learns through play experiences.

Friday 10th May ~ Mother’s Day Activities

New members welcome however, you must phone to register. For further information on any of our playgroups, please contact Kathleen McInnes on 9743 0633

‘BE KIND’ DAY

JSC had chosen ‘Be Kind’ day for the fundraiser last term. All the money we raised has been sent to Dolly’s Dream. It was a great success and we raised $107. We appreciate all of the gold coin donations that were sent from parents and students to help raise money for the fundraiser.

The students completed a ‘Be Kind’ card for a friend with a personal message aimed at helping them feel good. These cards will be displayed in the school until next term when they will be handed out to the person named on them. Everyone gets a card to feel happy and appreciated without being left out. Please talk to your child about the importance of being kind and making others feel good. Tarah, Carl and the JSC group

CANTEEN

Chicken Burger Juice Box (Orange or Apple or

Tropical)

$5.00

WOOLWORTHS EARN AND

LEARN PROGRAM

Woolworths Earn & Learn is back and it is now easier than ever to earn valuable equipment for your primary school, secondary school or Early Learning Centre. In our last campaign, more than

16,000 schools and Early Learning Centres benefited from the program, boosting supplies in classrooms, libraries, music rooms, gymnasiums and science labs. It's simple to participate. From Wednesday 1st May and Tuesday 25th June 2019 or while stock lasts, when your staff

and parents shop at Woolworths they can collect Woolworths Earn & Learn Stickers from the checkout operator, via team members at the self-service checkout or through an online order and place them on a Woolworths Earn & Learn Sticker Sheet. There will be one Woolworths Earn & Learn Sticker for every $10 spent (excluding liquor, tobacco, and gift cards). Once

completed, simply place the Sticker Sheet in the Collection Box at our Student Foyer or at Woolworths Coburn Shopping Centre.

Mary Bayley (Co-ordinator)

OSHCLUB NEWS

OSHClub Kurunjang BSC: 6:50am-8:50am & ASC: 3:10pm-6:30pm each day during the school term. We are operating in Room MB(E)3, the room next to the playroom.

Our program provides a healthy breakfast and afternoon tea each day. Permanent and occasional vacancies are available for Before School & After School Care.

Please feel free to come in and see our program and the fun activities our staff provide!

Program Phone: 0400 028 149 Coordinator: Brittany Assistant: Danielle

All families must be enrolled to attend the program. Please create an account online at www.oshclub.com.au. All bookings and cancellations can also be managed via your online account. For on the day bookings please contact the Coordinator direct at the program.

ABSENCES:

Did you know? If a child misses over 20 days every half year, this equates to 2 ½ years of learning between Foundation and Year 12.

LATE ARRIVALS:

If your child is running late for any particular reason, please take them to the office to be signed into school. A late pass will be issued to your child to be given to the teacher

PFA NEWS

If you would like to assist the PFA in any way please leave your details at the office or contact Elizabeth Bajada on 0404 525 975 or lizbajada@hotmail.com.

The PFA is a great way to be involved in your school community as well as make some new friends

Wilson Pee Wee Tennis (4 – 7 years) MLC Hot Shots (5 – 12 years)

Junior & Adult Coaching (Group & Private Lessons available)

Squad Training for Elite Juniors Mums in Tennis Program

Professional Racquet Restringing Ask us about NEW Cardio Tennis!

Phone: Steve Kelly 0409 173 273