Thursday, 22nd February 2018 TERM 1 WEEK 4

KEY DATES:

FEBRUARY 25 Working Bee 9.00am - 12.00pm 26 - 2 Mar Year 6 Canberra Camp - 6KC & 6HJ MARCH 5 Whitehorse Division Swimming - select students 5 - 9 Year 6 Canberra Camp - 6SG & 6KH 12 Labour Day Public Holiday 21 Harmony Day 22 Year 5 Excursion - Immigration Museum 5SW & 5GS (part class) 23 Year 5 Excursion - Immigration Museum 5BB & 5GS (part class) 27 School Photos 29 END TERM 1 - 2.30pm dismissal APRIL 16 FIRST DAY TERM 2 25 Anzac Day

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School Philosophy Orchard Grove Primary School is committed to providing a safe, nurturing environment that engages curiosity,

promotes learning, personal growth and wellbeing for all students. We strive to develop adaptability and resilience so students can become valued members of the local and global communities and be prepared for future life

experiences.

FROM THE PRINCIPAL The beginning of the year is always a busy time so thank you so much to all our parents who have come along to information sessions and 'Getting to know you interviews'. The partnerships we build between school and home ensure our students enjoy the best possible support and, as they transition to the next year level or begin their journey here at Orchard Grove, shared information ensures a seamless and smooth beginning. These two weeks have certainly set the road map for the exciting year ahead. Student Leaders Our student leaders received their badges last Friday at Assembly and then were able to celebrate at a morning tea in their honour with their parents. We are very proud of this lovely group of young leaders who I am sure will lead the student body very well in 2018.

2018 TERM DATES:

Term 1 29th January - 29th March Term 2 16th April - 29th June Term 3 16th July - 21st September Term 4 8th October - 21 December

BELL TIMES: 8.50am classrooms open 9.00am classes commence 11.00 - 11.30am recess 1.10pm students eat lunch in classrooms 1.20 - 2.10pm lunch outside 3.30pm dismissal

School Council The nominations for school council closed last Thursday and we had six nominations to fill 6 positions. This meant that these vacancies could all be filled, so there is no need to go to an election this year. The following parents are now on Council for a two-year term: Rodney Mudford, Drew Sinclair, Marika Jagow, Craig Williams, Jess Bentley and Sandy Grosz. Fiona Ross and Trevor Hookey still have one year to go on their term.

The following staff members, Leeanne King, Michelle Ogilvie, Toby Keen, Matt Anthony and myself, join the above-mentioned parents to make up the School Council for 2018. Thank you to all those above who give of their personal time to be on school council, it is much appreciated. The AGM will be held on 21st March, followed by the induction of the new council and office bearers’ process.

Well that’s all from me for now.

Have a great weekend with the family.

Talk soon.

Glenda Harry Principal

PAYMENTS/FORMS DUE AT THE OFFICE

2018 Contributions - OVERDUE

House Athletics - $7.00 - OVERDUE

Year 6 Camp (blue) - $430.00 - OVERDUE

Year 6 Camp (yellow) - $430.00 - due 23rd February

NEWSLETTER This year we will distribute the newsletter through the Saeko app. It can also be accessed via the OGPS website, and there will be limited hard copies the office. If you are having difficulties accessing the Saeko app, please see Kathy at the office.

UNIFORM SHOP The uniform shop is open on Thursdays 9.00 - 9.30am. Orders may be placed at the office and they will be filled on Thursdays and sent home with students.

Interschool Swimming Sports Our year is often dotted with monthly events and celebrations and February is no exception. This week a wonderful group of swimmers represented Orchard Grove at the annual swimming sports. Mr Liston was made to feel proud of the efforts of all students and particularly pleased with the positive attitude, effort and spirit with which all students competed. Among many fine efforts and results, Lilian (5SW) swam a mighty backstroke, Aleisha (4MA) swam a very strong butterfly, Madeleine (5GS) brought home a relay team with a strong swim, Liam (6SG) and Corey (6KH) swam brilliantly and the 12 year old girls relay team were wonderful! Congratulations to all those who participated and we look forward to hearing of the results in the next round at the division level. Thank you to all the parents who helped on the day with particular mention of Sally Payne who accompanied the group on the bus. Whole School Athletics Carnival Our students have been training hard for the Whole School Athletics Carnival that was held on Wednesday this week. It is always a wonderful event. There are so many examples of students trying their very best for their house. Mr Liston again was so impressed by the level of commitment and effort by many of the students on the day. It is a huge task logistically to organise a whole school event and 'hats off' to Mr Liston for making it such an enjoyable day for us all. Thank you to all our parent volunteers and the efforts of the staff on the day as well. We particularly appreciated the fruit that was supplied for staff by Sally Payne and Jess Bentley. How very thoughtful. Unfortunately we had a glitch with the computer system on the day, so the results will be delayed and announced at Assembly next week on 2nd March. Chinese New Year What better way to finish our colourful and exciting week than with a visit from the Chinese Youth Society of Melbourne and their Lion Dance troupe. The Chinese New Year is one of many celebrations we mark as a school every year. We value our diversity and to see the excited faces of the students welcoming in the New Year with the Lion dancers is wonderful. We are indebted to Mun and Ivy Chin for their support. They build our understandings of this important time and really enable us to be fully immersed with the whole experience. It is the Year of the Dog in the Chinese Lunar Calendar and some of the Year Three students have creatively responded to a challenge to create a kennel for Lunar the mascot dog currently living in the Art room. Well done to those fabulous creators and makers. The kennels made a lovely backdrop to the assembly. Ruby our School Therapy Dog, was also excited to be part of the celebration. Keeping our Kids Safe You will have noticed the banner on our newsletter about keeping your speed down to 15km “<15 one five keeps our kids alive. This is referring to the speed parent’s travel in and out of the school, particularly on the Holland Rd side. We will be continuing to run a campaign to keep top of mind that we need to slow down. We need to keep our children safe, so keeping to the 15km speed limit is a must, this will allow cars to stop.

WORKING BEE REMINDER

We have a working bee this Sunday 25th February from 9.00am – 12.00pm

We have a lot of jobs to do

and are looking forward to your support.

Bring your garden rake, wheelbarrow, hedge clipper and whipper snipper.

Don’t forget to sign in at the front door when you

arrive. Look forward to seeing you there

PARENT’S CLUB

Upcoming events in Term 1 - more information to follow

Hot Cross Bun Fundraiser

Easter Raffle

PERSONAL GOODS BROUGHT TO SCHOOL Personal property is often brought to school by students, staff, and visitors. This can include mobile phones, calculators, toys, sporting equipment and cars parked on school grounds. DET does not hold insurance for personal property brought to schools and it has no capacity to pay for any loss or damage to such property.

STUDENT ACCIDENT INSURANCE

Just a reminder that parents/guardians are responsible for paying the cost of medical treatment for injured students, including any transport costs. Reasonably low cost acci-dent insurance policies are available from commercial in-surers.

PRINCIPAL AWARDS

9th February

16th February

Jessie 1BS

Raphael 1CP

Ivy 1JF

Dyhaan 1ND

Sophia 1TK

Sophie 2EF

Max 2TC

Jesse 2TR

Sam 3AH

Jasper 3AT

Jayson 3GT

Olive 3SR

Claire 4DW

Malik 4KG

Rohan 4KM

Ethan 4MA

Georgia 5BB

Charlie 5GS

Finn 5SW

Jack 6HJ

Sahara 6KC

James 6KH

Pia 6SG

Raphael 1CP

Austin 1JF

Rebecca 1ND

Ethan 1TK

Piper 2EF

Raph 2GJ

James 2TC

Sam 2TR

Jule 3AH

Madeline 3AT

Sophia 3GT

Spencer 3SR

Oliver 4DW

Georgia 4KG

Lyla 4KM

Ella 4MA

Kevin 5BB

Blayke 5GS

Mataya 5SW

Jan 6HJ

Baden 6KH

Tiffany 6SG

CONFIRMATION PROGRAM 2018 Confirmation Preparation Classes for children at Catholic or State Schools will begin on Tuesday 27

th February, 7pm –

8pm in the Friars Room at St Francis Xavier Church, 1087 Whitehorse Rd, Box Hill. Classes will run until Tues-day 8

th May, excluding school holidays (a total of 9 classes). Confirmation is on Thursday 10

th May at 7.00pm. Further