Principal: Neil Pollard Assistant Principal: Kylie Fisher

School Council President: Stacey Barker

After School Care 9728 5491

6 June 2017

Leith Road, Montrose 3765 Correspondence to: P.O. Box 123, Montrose Ph 9728 2203, Fax: 9761 9359 Email: montrose.ps@edumail.vic.gov.au

Web site: www.montroseps.vic.edu.au

SCHOOL CALENDAR

June 2017

Wed 7 5G Chinese Lunch Excursion Thur 8 5M Chinese Lunch Excursion Thur 8 Chess Tournament – Lilydale Primary Mon 12 Queen’s Birthday Fri 23 Student Free Day – Planning Day Wed 28 Canteen Special Lunch Fri 30 Last Day of Term – 2.30pm finish

July 2017

Thur 27 Australian Maths Competition

August 2017

Wed 2 School Production Thur 3 School Production Other Morning Break: 11.30am to 12.10am Afternoon Break: 1.50pm to 2.40pm Uniform Shop: Wednesdays – 3.00pm to 3.45pm 2017 Term Dates Term 1 – 31 Jan to 31 March Term 2 – 18 April to 30 June Term 3 – 17 July to 22 September Term 4 – 9 October to 22 December Canteen Lunch orders to be in by 9am Wednesday and Friday REMINDER: All newsletter items must be in by Friday night in order to ensure they are

included in the following week’s newsletter.

Message from the Principal

Hi Everyone

Newsletter On-line

Newsletter on-line as of the start of term 3.

As of the start of next term families will receive an email

each Tuesday containing a link to the newsletter on-

line. Whilst in the period of transition, a small number

of hard copies will be available at the office.

Three Good News stories to start our week:

Good News Number 1:

I received a note that Aiden in grade 1 has passed a judo practical and knowledge test called a grading at the Hawthorn and Lilydale Judo Clubs.

This is no easy task and requires a great deal of practice. The grade is awarded by the presentation of a coloured judo belt.

Junior judo belts are in varying colours signifying age and expertise. Aiden has been awarded a Yellow belt.

Good News Number 2:

Well done to Mr Mulhall, Miss Greaves and Mrs Walker who led the year 5 camp to Alexandra last week. I took time on Thursday to pop into the camp and was most impressed with the setting, and especially the calm, positive attitude shown by the children. This was especially evident on the high ropes course as children overcame their apprehension because their peers were all offering huge amounts of support as they began to travel around the ropes course. Thanks too, to parent volunteers Stacey and Ian who took time off from work to join in all the fun.

Continued on back page…

BOOK CLUB ORDERS ARE DUE BACK BY 13TH JUNE

Condensation filled windows was a sure sign that chicken noodle soup was being prepared in the canteen on Wednesday morning. Chicken noodle is our most popular soup and last week we

served 85 cups. This was an incredible amount considering we had two grade 5 classes on camp and the Preps were enjoying a Chinese lunch out. I received 100% of cups back on Wednesday after lunch, thanks to everyone for returning their cups so promptly. One of our Prep Grandmas was helping in the canteen on Wednesday and whilst serving one of the children at the window she heard the words ‘you look old’. After explaining that Di was in fact a Grandma, all seemed to make sense to our bemused student. We all enjoyed a laugh together and took the opportunity to point out that it did look a little confusing as Di was clearly not a mum but didn’t look old enough to be a Grandma. We enjoy so many fun moments with the kids during counter service at recess and lunch. On Friday Hot Chocolate was again very popular. In the morning we baked an extra special giant Anzac for Colin for his 80th birthday. Colin was thrilled with his home made treat. Canteen Volunteer Thank you A BIG thank you to Di Reynolds for helping in the canteen and to Angela Collyer and Kylie Shephard for checking if I needed any help in the canteen and offering their assistance the week prior. As soon as I received two offers of help I scheduled Chicken Noodle Soup as soup of the week as this would be the perfect day for our largest soup service. A BIG thank you to Dianna Gazeas, Ali Fraser Zank and Amanda Lehmann for absolutely powering through everything in the canteen on Friday. We were well ahead of the game, all day. What can I buy? Piranha Vegie Chips are available for $1.30 in 3 different flavours - BBQ Cheese, Salt & Vinegar and Honey Soy Amanda

Newsletter Printing: Starting next term we will not be printing hard copy editions of the newsletter for every family. Our newsletter will be available on the website every week and a link will be emailed to families each week. We will print a limited number of copies of the newsletter which will be available in the foyer. MISSING: Black & Red Scooter and Ninja Turtle helmet. Both were accidentally left in the Bike shed on Friday afternoon. If anyone has picked this up or safely stored it somewhere,

please let the office know.

CLASSROOM WORKERS OF THE WEEK Sienna D PC Poppy W 1B Maddie Z 2PV Tobi M 4A Benjamin W PC Ben S 1B Chloe J 2S Kane S 4F Luke O PC Mack P 1S Charlie S 2S Oscar V 4S Alice F PD Thomas F 1S Travis W 3B Seth M 4S Helen A PD Mia M 1S Kieli M 3B Tyler G 4S Kayla R PH Addison B 1/2N Summer H 3H Tyana R-B 6C Lachlan G PH Judah G 1/2N Nate B 3H Beau H 6C Jade T PJ Heidi C 1/2N Andre J 3H Matt C 6Q Jacob T PJ William F 1/2N Xavier E 3K Grace G 6Q Noah S PP Elle H 2H Brody A 3/4G Chris A 6Q Bryce O PP Eva T 2H Riley B 3/4G Joseph G PP Jasper W 2PV Codi H 3/4G Hayley C PP Jarrah T 2PV Ollie C 4A

VALUE OF THE WEEK NEXT WEEK’S VALUE Steadfastness Moderation

Mia S PC Olivia O 3B Jett W PD Riley K 3H Hazel D PH Tayiah K-L 3K PJ Bailen S 3/4G Luca C PP Tristan S 4A Poppy W 1B Annie M 4F 1P Kayla M 4S Felix D 1S 5G Ruby H 1/2N 5M Harrison W 2H Shannon V 6C Billy M 2PV Gus C 6Q Piper C 2S

What is it?

Moderation is creating balance in your life between work, play and rest.

It is about having or doing enough of something

- not too much, not too little, but just the right amount. If you study all the time or rest all the

time, it is not being moderate.

This term’s Key for Success is Organisation. The habits of mind that go with the Organisation Key are: Planning your time and Setting goals.

Our YCDI Award winners for this week are:

Taylah N, PH: When this prep student started her mum was really concerned about her forgetting her drink bottle and not being able to find anything. After settling into the school routine and trying really hard and never giving up, this student now remembers her reader, her red folder, her drink bottle, and can collect and put away all the items she needs to do her work. An amazing semester. A worthy student for the organisation award, congratulations Taylah N.

Lily C, 2H: How do you describe someone who is organised? Do you say that they always have their books out? Or do you say that they are always ready to learn? Is it better to say that they finish everything? Or that they always do their best? Maybe it’s saying that they like a challenge. Or that they give everything a go. Perhaps it’s just saying that their effort is amazing. Or that they should be very proud. I might not know how to describe someone who is organised but I know how to describe Lily C. She always has her books out and is always ready to learn. She always finishes everything and always does her best. She always likes a challenge and gives everything a go. She is always so amazing and should be very proud.

Matilda P, 4W: When I thought of who was organised in 4W, this person came immediately to mind. She regularly hands in her homework, reads most nights and keeps her tub and workspace tidy which enables her to begin work promptly. She ensures that she has a clear idea about the task at hand and what is expected and then diligently works to complete the task. I wish I was as organised. Keep up the excellent work Matilda P.

Taylah N, Prep H

Why do you think you got the award? Because I did my work nice and tidy. My Hero is: Lachlan. My favourite thing about school is: Art. When I grow up I want to be a:

Doctor. Lily C, 2H

Why do you think you got the award? For being organised. My Hero is: Mum and Dad. My favourites thing about school are: Art and Drama. When I grow up I want to be a: Teacher.

Matilda P, 4W

Why do you think you got the award? Because I kept my tub tidy. My Hero is: Nick Riewoldt. My favourite things about school are: Sport and Drama. When I grow up I want to be an: Actor.

Enrich and extend your Maths and problem solving skills!

Hand in an A4 or A3 sheet including:

Question

Your name and grade

All maths working out (diagrams, drawings, calculations)

Written explanation of how you solved the problem. DUE DATE: Thursday 8th June by the end of lunchtime. Place in orange Maths Masterclass box at the office. REMEMBER: You don’t need to have reached a correct answer to enter. It is all about the learning process, not the answer. Good luck! Mr Storr

Maths Masterclass- Prep, Grade 1 & 2

Task 8: Add Them Up!

Using these four cards:

Make these totals:

9 10

11 12

13 14

15 What other totals can you make from the cards???

What a fantastic Bookaneer Book Fair! Look at our library…

The library was decorated with pirates & treasure!

The SS Wonky moored in our corridor.

Book Fair set up in the library.

Gold coin guessing

competition raised $69

for the Fred Hollows

Foundation. Thank you!

Captain Diamond.

Pirate ship - the SS Wonky.

Lots of books for sale at the Book Fair.

Favourite books for desert island

reading!

Fly the flags with our

favourite books!

Favourite books are gold in a treasure

chest!

Your kids are invited to... Spok's Party!

It’s going to be one big party these school holidays with a celebration that has been planned for your kids by our friend Spok, all inspired by his most favourite things to do and see. Some of the feature party days coming up include:

Build and take home your own Planetarium. Get ready for Planetarium FUN as we get out-of-this-world creative! Build, design and decorate what your solar system will look like. And of course, every solar system needs a story - create your own to share.

Introduction to Coding. Pop on your code creation caps, it's programming time in a highly interactive and fun workshop. In groups, we'll learn about the fundamentals of coding with 4 separate stations including: algorithms, programming, functions & variables and an experience with Ozobots (advanced robotics packed in a cubic inch)!

Build and take home a Terrarium. You'll give two (green) thumbs up today because we are building our own indoor garden to take home and watch bloom in our own room! We'll learn about plant life-cycles and the environment and then create our own piece of green.

At the Movies. We’re off to the movies to see the latest kid’s films. Check out the program to see what movie we are going to see!

To find out what other awesome activities are coming up at a school near you these

holidays and to register and book visit: www.campaustralia.com.au/holidayclubs

We look forward to seeing you soon! The Camp Australia Holiday Club Team

ADVERTISING MATERIAL INCLUDED WITH NEWSLETTER

The Department of Education & Early Childhood Development does not endorse the products or services of any private advertiser. No responsibility is accepted by the Department of Education & Early Childhood Development for accuracy of information contained in the advertisements to claims made by them.

My name is Jamie & I am a parent of one of the Prep students at Montrose Primary School. My goal is to provide world class repairs & advice for the cheapest possible price in order to give back to the school community.

I have 25 years of Expert Mechanical knowledge of bicycles & would love to help out with repairs & advice on any bicycle belonging to a member of the school community.

I will be available Tuesday & Thursday nights from 6pm. Please feel free to drop by with your or your child’s bike & I will gladly get it running smoother for you. Parents are more than welcome to stay for a cuppa & a chat.

Jamie Cornelius – 0404 854 669 – 12B Akron Street, Ferntree Gully.

ADVERTISING MATERIAL INCLUDED WITH NEWSLETTER

The Department of Education & Early Childhood Development does not endorse the products or services of any private advertiser. No responsibility is accepted by the Department of Education & Early Childhood Development for accuracy of information contained in the advertisements to claims made by them.

Please place correct money in paper bag/lunch wallet with your child’s name, grade and order CLEARLY

VISIBLE on the front. Please include 20c if you do not have a lunch bag and we will provide one for you. Snacks and drinks will also be for sale at play times.

SOUP (homemade and served with a fresh dinner roll) $4.00

Soup flavour of the week will be advertised in the newsletter the week before. All soups need to be pre-ordered. Please fill out an order form and hand into the office by 3.30pm Tuesday. Order forms will come home with your child each Monday night. If extra food is ordered this can be done with the soup order on a paper bag/lunch wallet or include 20c for a bag. All other orders that do not include soup can be handed in as usual on Wednesday morning.

Hot Food Cruiser Pie 3.80 Sausage Roll 2.90 Mini Meat Pie 1.50 Pizza - Hawaiian 3.30 Macaroni Cheese 3.90 - Margarita 3.30 Fried Rice 3.90 Hot Roast Chicken & gravy Roll (cheese 40c extra) 3.50 Corn Cobbett 1.00

Mexican Wrap (sweet chilli chicken tender wrapped in a tortilla with cheese, avocado, tomato, lettuce) 4.20

Jaffles Baked bean 3.30 Cheese 2.80 Cheese & Tomato 3.00 Ham & Cheese 3.90 Ham, Cheese & Tomato 4.00 Tuna & Cheese 3.90 Chicken & Cheese 3.90 (plain tuna or tomato onion flavour)

HOT MILO!!!!

$1.00

Snacks Apple slinky $1.00 Apple from home slinky $0.20 Frugo’s – pkt berry fruit & yoghurt balls $1.40 Fruit cubes – strawberry or apricot $0.20 Dried Fruit – apple or apricot $0.20 Wild Berry Bites $0.05 Homemade Anzac biscuit $0.25 Piranha Vegie Chips bbq/s&v/honey soy $1.30 Sakatas Rice Crackers bbq/chick $0.80 Popcorn (butter/salt&vin/cheese) $1.30 Raisin Toast (buttered) $0.50 Homemade Fruit Muffins $1.50 Choc Chip Go Cookie $1.20 Jam Drop/Honey Butterfly (allergy friendly) $1.50 Fruit and Nut Ball (homemade GF) $0.50

Drinks Just Juice – orange or paradise punch $1.50 Flavoured Milk – choc or strawb $2.50 Frozen Snacks Golden Circle Fruit tubes $1.00 Moosies Milk Freeze (choc/strawb/blue/ban) $1.50 Bulla Fruit and Yogurt stick $1.50 Frozen Juice cups (apple/orange) $1.20 Frozen Pineapple Rings (counter sale only) $0.60 Fresh Fruit Bowl Fresh fruit in season sold over the counter

Issue Date: April 2017

A Message from the Principal – Continued from Front Page Good News Number 3: Well done to Jamie in grade 2 who managed to call 000 and provide the Emergency services worker with the appropriate details when a family member needed some medical attention. Jamie is seen here with his sister after being presented with his certificate.

Can You Help?

One of our students rode his red scooter to school and forgot to pick it up at the end of the day. His Ninja turtle helmet was with it. Contact the office if you have any information.

Neil Pollard

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APPLES AND PEARS

Apples and Pears are available to purchase! We have a local company delivering apples to Montrose Primary School once a fortnight. These are now available to purchase for any interested Montrose family. The first delivery will be Friday 9th June but orders must be placed by Wednesday 7th June. Please fill out the attached form and hand it in to

the office along with appropriate CASH on Wednesday 7th June at the latest! Thank you.

Child’s Name: _________________________ Contact Number: _______________________

All fruit is handpicked locally in the Yarra Valley and is always fresh!

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Choice of Fruit Quantity Amount Due

Pink Lady (5.5kg bag - $10.00)

Fuji (5.5kg bag - $10.00)

Granny Smith (5.5kg bag - $10.00)

Golden Delicious (5.5kg bag - $10.00)

Green Pears (5.5kg bag - $10.00)

Brown Pears (5.5kg bag - $10.00)