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1430 Heatherton Road, Dandenong 3175

19-21 Gloria Avenue, Dandenong North 3175

Phone: 9791 8900

Phone: 8762 6466

Email: emerson.sch@edumail.vic.gov.au

Website: www.emersonsc.vic.edu.au

Issue 21 – Friday 17th July 2020

DIARY DATES

Thursday 30.7.2020 WEBEX/Phone PSR Night School finishes 1 hour early. Friday 18.9.2020 Last Day of Term 3 School finishes 1 hour early.

PRINCIPAL’S REPORT

I would like to thank all parents for the way that you are exercising your parental judgement on whether to send your children to school or to keep them at home. Over the last three days, 45% of parents have been keeping their children at home. I hope that the people of Victoria will work together to ensure that COVID-19 infection rates will quickly reduce. In my view, it will take 12 weeks of strong safety measures to achieve good outcomes. Our school is open for business unless new requirements are mandated by State Health and Government leaders. Our wonderful communication and relationships, combined with high vigilance in the areas of physical distancing and sanitisation, will eventually overcome our current challenges. Please read all COMPASS texts that are sent from our school. We will keep you up to date with any new announcements or advice. John Mooney Principal

SCHOOL UNIFORM

Full school uniform must be worn to school every day. This gives students' a sense of belonging and school pride. Hoodies are NOT school uniform. We thank parents / guardians in advance for their help in this matter.

It is important that Parents/Carers notify the appropriate school office prior to 2.15pm to make alternative travel arrangements for the day. This can be done by calling the office or a note in the student diary.

The word of the student cannot be accepted.

JEANS 4 GENES DAY FUNDRAISER On the last day of Term 2, the school held a free dress day and raised $368 for Jeans 4 Genes Day. Thank you to all students who participated and donated a gold coin.

NO SUBWAY ORDERS UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

Due to COVID-19 and the restrictions associated, the local Subway store

is closed until further notice. Therefore Subway lunches will be

unavailable until further notice.

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We will continue our study of the value, Responsibility, next week. Responsible people own their behaviour. They do not blame others, or use the misbehaviour of others, to influence their behaviour. They never make excuses for the misbehaviour. Responsible people earn the trust of others as they always do the right thing regardless of anyone being around to check on them. Other people can count on them to do their best and keep their promises. One of my greatest disappointments at the moment are those people who are not acting in a responsible way and following the 4 steps as outlined by the Health Department to prevent the spread of Covid-19. The guidelines are simple: 1. Wash your hands with soap or use hand sanitiser. 2. Stay 1.5m away from others. 3. Do not go to work or school if you feel sick. 4 Only leave home for work/school, shopping for food, exercise (near home) or medical appointments. We all need to be responsible and follow the Health Department’s guidelines if we are going to flatten the curve once more. Dianne Wright

Middle School Campus Principal

Value of the Week

Meet the staff of Emerson School

Mrs Dianne Wright — Middle School Campus Principal When I am not at school I like to spend time with my family. I have been blessed with three wonderful sons and their wives. However, my greatest joy are my three grandsons. Unfortunately, I have not been able to see them due to the lockdown but they FaceTime me every night after school. They give my husband and I great happiness. My other passion is walking in the parklands that surround our house. Last Sunday, I saw two swans and three pelicans playing in the lake.

1. What is your favourite thing about working at Emerson School? My favourite thing about Emerson School is the people. Our staff are extraordinary. They would ‘walk over hot coals’ for our students. They work long hours to provide high quality programs so that our students have the very best opportunities to succeed in all aspects of life. Our students are amazing too. I love the way they never let failure get in their way. Their persistence and ability to rise above adversity is legendry. 2. What is your favourite sporting team? I barrack for the mighty Brisbane Lions.

3. What is your favourite food? My favourite food is Thai food.

4. Do you have a pet and if so, what animal and their name? My son has a dog called Gatsby. He is a cavoodle and he is so cute!

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JUNIOR SCHOOL NEWS

During Wellbeing in JSD, we learnt about being ‘Bucket Fillers’! Being a Bucket Filler is easy. It involves saying or doing something kind, giving someone a smile, helping without being asked or maybe using your manners - there are hundreds of wonderful ways to fill buckets. Each student in JSD has made their own unique bucket that contains their feelings and emotions. However, when it is empty, we feel low and upset. So in JSD we have learnt to always fill each other’s buckets, to be the best person we can be! Laura Gould – JSD Classroom Teacher

JSD BUCKET FILLERS

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JACKSON N (JSF)

AYAAN R (JSA)

ISA M (JSE) WILLOWMAE R (JSF) KAYELIA H (MSC)

SELENA D (JSB)

DYLAN P (JSJ)

BAK B JSC)

NAVINDU V (MSD) ANTHONY P (MSH)

PMP

EBONY P (SSP) JEWEL D (SSF) HUNTER T-F (MSK)

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STUDENT’S BIRTHDAYS

JSA KARLY P For trying her best to be attentive in class. JSB THUAN N For coming back to school with a big smile on his face. JSC JACKSON D For coming to school on time, excited and ready to learn. JSD FAITH S For coming back to school with a big smile on her face, ready to learn. JSE DOMENIC P For being a very caring, friendly and helpful student. JSF DION I For trying his best in Numeracy.

JSG MIHAILO M For reading every night at home! JSH MICAH W For having an excellent Term 2. JSI NISINI Y For showing great leadership qualities. JSJ NOAH H For having a positive attitude. JSK EH-NAY S For starting Term 3 with a great attitude.

KINDNESS AWARDS

This week’s Kindness award goes to:

Zack L-J (MSA) - For always looking out for his little sister. Zack makes sure that his sister is always safe. Good on you Zack for being such a kind and responsible brother.

5TH JULY BARBOD B (SSD) 7TH JULY LARISSA H (MSI) ALEX C (MSL) PETAR K (SSB) LEIGH W (SSB)

8TH JULY TARA B (SSF) MARCELO G (SSP) 10TH JULY RILEY T (MSB) FLYNN F-K (SSF)

11TH JULY BENJAMIN D (JSE) MUSTAFA R (JSG) 12TH JULY JAY D (JSA) BLAKE H (MSF)

13TH JULY REILLY D (JSE) 14TH JULY GABRIEL S (MSG)

JUNIOR SCHOOL

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EMERSON SCHOOL – MIDDLE SCHOOL 17

th July, 2020

Program and Student Review meetings will be held via Webex on Thursday, 30th

July, 2020. At this meeting you will have the opportunity to assist the class teacher in setting educational goals for your child for 2020.

Staff will be available between 2.30pm and 8.00pm. School will dismiss at 1.45pm on this day. Please note that students will be home one hour earlier. All buses have been notified.

Please indicate on the form below the time you would prefer for your appointment. Class teachers will then confirm with you the exact time and provide you with a link to access this meeting.

The meeting will be approximately 15-20 minutes in length.

Dianne Wright, CAMPUS PRINCIPAL

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THIS SECTION IS TO BE RETURNED TO SCHOOL VIA EMAIL NO LATER THAN Friday 24th July.

NAME OF STUDENT: _________________________________________________________________________

CLASS: ___________________ TEACHER: ________________________________________________

Please indicate your time preferences and we will endeavour to arrange the meeting within those times.

Signed (Parent/Caregiver): ______________________________________________________________

A Parent Advocate will be attending the meeting YES/NO

An Interpreter will be needed at the meeting YES/NO

Language: ______________________________________________

PROGRAM & STUDENT REVIEW MEETINGS

PARENT TEACHER INTERVIEWS VIA WEBEX

Thursday, 30th

July, 2020

Thursday: 2:30pm—3:00pm 3:00pm—4:00pm 4:00pm—5:00pm

5:00pm—6:00pm 6:00pm—7:00pm 7:00pm—8:00pm

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EMERSON SCHOOL – JUNIOR/SENIOR SCHOOL 17

th July, 2020

Program and Student Review meetings will be held via Webex or phone on Thursday, 30th

July, 2020. At this meeting you will have the opportunity to assist the class teacher in setting educational goals for your child for 2020.

Staff will be available between 2.30pm and 8.00 pm. School will dismiss at 2.00pm on this day. Please note that students will be home one hour earlier. All buses have been notified.

Please indicate on the form below the time you would prefer for your appointment. Class teachers will then confirm with you the exact time and provide you with a link to access this meeting.

The meeting will be approximately 15-20 minutes in length.

David Walsh CAMPUS PRINCIPAL

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THIS SECTION IS TO BE RETURNED TO SCHOOL VIA EMAIL NO LATER THAN Friday 24th July.

NAME OF STUDENT: _________________________________________________________________________

CLASS: ___________________ TEACHER: ________________________________________________

Please indicate your time preferences and we will endeavour to arrange the meeting within those times.

Signed (Parent/Caregiver): ______________________________________________________________

A Parent Advocate will be attending the meeting YES/NO

An Interpreter will be needed at the meeting YES/NO

Language: ______________________________________________

PROGRAM & STUDENT REVIEW MEETINGS

PARENT TEACHER INTERVIEWS VIA WEBEX

Thursday, 30th

July, 2020

Thursday: 2:30pm—3:00pm 3:00pm—4:00pm 4:00pm—5:00pm

5:00pm—6:00pm 6:00pm—7:00pm 7:00pm—8:00pm