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SCHOOL COUNCIL

Principal Cindi Bruechert

President Darren Flett

Vice President Janelle Kelly

Finance Committee Convenor Clare Thurman

Minute Secretary Deb Burke

Members Verona Beasley Kerry Eldridge Kylie Morrison Tim Murphy Anne Olsen Nic Hargreaves Julie Ladd Christina Spence

Community Members Deminda McMaster

9 Uxbridge Street, Strathfieldsaye, 3551 Phone : (03) 5439 5207 Email : strathfieldsaye.ps@edumail.vic.gov.au Website : www.strathps.vic.edu.au

Principal’s Report

Wakakirri/Energy Breakthrough Wakakiri is Australia’s largest performing arts event for primary and secondary schools. We are very fortunate that Michelle Di Camillo has decided to put a team in this year and has been working hard with students to develop a dance story that reflects their thoughts, ideas and aspirations around a particular topic. This creative reflection will then be performed at the Ulumbarra Theatre in front of an official Wakakirri panel who will be searching for the ‘Story of the Year’. As a result, Energy Breakthrough will not be running this year - it is hoped that we will resume this program again in 2020. School Wide Positive Behaviour Support School Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS) is a framework that helps to provide a safe and supportive learning environment that includes the explicit teaching of expected behaviour. The Department has been supporting schools across Victoria to participate in the training of this initiative because when implemented well, it helps to promote:

increased respectful and positive behaviour

increased time focused on instruction

improved social-emotional wellbeing

positive and respectful relationships among students and staff

increased adoption of evidence-based instructional practices

a predictable learning environment with improved perceptions of safety and increased attendance

Brittany Shannon is coordinating SWPBS and has been working with students and teachers to develop an Expected Behaviour Matrix that will be implemented across specific locations in the school. A draft of this will be available for parent feedback before it is implemented. Trivia Night

Thank you to all parents, staff and community members who helped to support the Trivia Night. Once again, it was a success

and the table decorations reached a new level this year. All money raised on the night went towards State Schools Relief -

who were extremely appreciative to receive the funds that totalled $1081. Please see the attached file for further information

that explains how State Schools Relief support students in schools across our state.

Curriculum Day A curriculum day will be held on Monday the 15th of July – which is the first day back in Term 3. Teachers will be involved in

professional learning that aims to further develop their understanding of the VCOP writing framework, and exploring a new online tool

called ‘Learning Place’ that is designed to give students more voice in their learning. Strathfieldsaye Primary School has volunteered

to become a pilot school during the launch of this exciting new initiative as we continue our commitment to building student agency,

voice and leadership.

Student Reports Student reports were made live for viewing this afternoon. Please let the school know if you have any trouble accessing Compass or your child’s report. A reminder too that the student interview portal is now open for bookings. Interviews will be held on Friday the 26th of July Students will not be required to attend school on this day – except for their interview. Please note that students are asked to wear their uniform for this meeting. If you are unavailable to meet during the time available, please contact your classroom teacher for an alternative arrangement. Far Out Friday A reminder that the Junior School Council have organised a dress up day for the last day of school. Students can come dressed up in whacky clothing to help raise money for the at risk youth program, Bridging the Gaps – which is run by Righteous Pups. This program has made a big difference to the lives of some of the young people in our community. Knowing that our school dogs, Murphy and Sadie are trained through the Righteous Pups Community Dog Program, Junior School Councillors felt it was important to support the organisation in return. They are asking that all students bring a gold coin tomorrow to support this worthy cause. Please see the attached file for further information

fAr OuT fRiDY Gold Coin Donation $1

Principal’s Report continued. Strathfieldsaye PS Spring Fair The fair committee have been developing ideas for the launch of the Spring Fair that will take place on the 11th of October in Term 4. The committee are looking for parents who would willing to help organise classroom stalls. This may involve wrapping lucky dips or grocery grab items, facilitating baked potato ingredients etc. If you would be willing to assist please let Bec Soulsby know via email (Soulsby.Rebecca.J@edumail.vic.gov.au) or at the front office.

Like other schools, we rely on sponsorship support and donations from individuals and companies. The committee are currently searching for sponsors/donations for our fair. Sponsorship supports our major raffle, silent auction as well as a number of exhibits and activities on the night. If you know of anyone in our school community who would be willing to support our fair please find the sponsorship letter attached to this

newsletter for further information.

The next fair meeting will be held in the staff room on Thursday the 18th of July at 9:15 – please feel free to come along.

School Drop off and Pick Up We have had a number of complaints from parents regarding unsafe drop off and collection of students from the front of the school. Please ensure vehicles DO NOT stop and park directly on Uxbridge Rd. Please use carparks provided. Newsletter For you reference copies of the current and previous newsletters can be found directly on Compass under the Community Tab (People Icon) then under School Documentation. Class Awards

There are no class awards to be presented at this weeks assembly, however the Dower Award will be presented. The Dower Award is a term

based award given to a student who represents the Strathfieldsaye Primary School Foundation Value of CARING. This term the award is

presented to Taylor Coates.

Taylor is a very kind and loyal friend. He demonstrates the school caring value in many different ways: he helps his friends if they

are hurt, he includes everyone in the games he plays and he always speaks nicely to everyone. Within the classroom Taylor always

tries his hardest and listens to teacher advice. Taylor is always happy to work with anyone of his classmates and cooperates with

his partners or group to complete the task to their best ability.

Once again thankyou to the Dower Family for donating this award.

Mrs Bruechert on leave As Mrs Bruechert is currently on leave, I will continue in the acting principal role until she returns and Sietske Penno will also maintain her role as acting assistant principal. Please feel free to direct any communications, concerns or queries our way during this time. Last Day of School

Tomorrow will be our last day for Term 2. There will be an assembly at 9:15 am to present the Dower Award, please note that there will be no

classroom awards this week. Students will be dismissed at 2:30 pm – with the usual earlier bus arrangements made for the last day of term.

Kind Regards, Julie Ladd - Acting Principal

This weeks article from Parenting Ideas is titled

‘Helping kids feel good by doing good’ This is attached as a PDF to the newsletter .

CALENDAR OF EVENTS—TERM 2 & 3

Week 10 June 28th Far Out Friday - Dress Up Gold Coin Donation Last day of Term 2 - 2:30pm dismissal

TERM 3 JULY

Week 1 July 15th Curriculum Day — No School

July 16th Term 3 Commences

July 17th Grade 5/6 Girls and Boys Netball Competition

Week 2 July 26th Student Learning Interviews - Students only attend school during their allotted interview time

July 29th Grade 5/6 Girls Football Competition

July 30th Grade 5/6 Boys Football Competition

Week 4 August 8th Parents and Friends Committee - Pie Drive

Week 5 August 14th Lapathon

Week 6 August 19th Wakakirri

August 20th School Council Meeting

August 26th-30th Scholastic Book Fair

Week 7 August 29th Leigh Hobbs Performance / Dress Up Day

Period Start Finish

Term 3 Monday, 15 July 2019 Friday, 20 September 2019

School Holidays Saturday, 21 September 2019 Sunday, 6 October 2019

Term 4 Monday, 7 October 2019 Friday, 20 December 2019

School Holidays Saturday, 21 December 2019 Tuesday, 28 January 2020

2019 Victorian School Term Dates

Important Payment Reminders

Prep 2020 - Enrolment All parents who intend to enrol their child in Foundation at Strathfieldsaye Primary School in 2020, need to collect an Enrolment Pack from the school office. The pack includes information pertinent to SPS including the official school enrolment form. The enrolment form, a copy of your child’s birth certificate, immunisation record and permissions booklet must all be returned to school before the enrolment can be processed. Family Statements We are currently sending out Family Statements by email. Families who opted for a Payment Plan will also receive a hard copy today, via the classroom. As we are now working towards completing our end of financial year requirements, we kindly ask that any outstanding amounts be paid in full before June 22nd, 2019. If you require assistance with payments, or have any queries regarding your account, please feel free to contact the office. CSEF Prep Uniform Package Funding In the coming days, Prep families who are eligible for CSEF will receive documentation for CSEF Prep Uniform Package Funding. APPLICATONS CLOSE END OF TERM 3. Extra forms are available from the office, if required.

Coming soon in TERM 3

PIE DRIVE FUNDRAISER—Order forms will be available from July 22nd

FATHERS / SPECIAL PERSONS STALL - Early September

EVENT AMOUNT DATE DUE

Grade 5/6 School Soccer Competition $11.00 20/6/19

Wakakirri Performance $20.00 30/5/19

Grade 5/6 Netball Competition $11.00 15/7

Grade 5/6 Football Competition $7.00 22/7

Join us at our next meeting Thursday July 18th at 2:30pm

School Netball Teams Grade 5/6 Congratulations to the following students who were selected to play in the schools Grade 5/6 Netball Teams. They will represent the school on Wed Girls: Charli H ©, Chloe R , Daisy H, Ella L, Mary H , Abbey F, Emily McC, Charli McI, Mieke L, Grace A Boys: Llogan M ©, Archer L, Fletcher W, Jett G, Jack S, Luke M, Yijie H, Les C, Riley O’D, Harrison W

School Soccer Teams Grade 5/6 Congratulations to the following students who participated in the interschool soccer competition last week. The boys team Won 2, Drew 2 and Lost 2 while the girls team Won 1, Drew 2 and Lost 2. Congratulations to all students who participated. Boys: Kobey H ©, Hayden P, Kade E, Lincoln N, Axon G, Kyal R, Harry M, Jack M,Yijie H, James C, Ari M, Les C Girls: Ellie S ©, Steph M, Paige H, Dakota M, Ciara C, Zoe D, Eva S, Georgia H, Sage C, Olivia P, Chloe KP, Mary H

Exciting News………. Leigh Hobbs the famous author of the character ‘Old Tom’ will be coming to our school on Thursday August 29th. He will be conducting 3 workshops and presentations to students. On this day, all students can dress up as their favorite book character to celebrate Book Week. Further details will be available at the start of Term 3.

The rehearsals for Wakakirri are now well under way and the students are having a great time working on

their dance routines. Tickets will be directly available from the Ulumbarra Theatre from July 5th .

Grade 6 have been looking at Pop Art and have been creating “Pop Trash” Collages. These are made from collections of found objects and recycled materials. The subject is Popular Culture of our time.

Many of our students have been exploring the Terracotta Warriors. And here is more information about the exhibition in Melbourne which could be an ideal destination for family holiday time. This exhibition offers a rare opportunity to see a selection of China's terracotta warriors, discovered in China's Shaanxi province. The life-sized warriors are accompanied by horses and chariots, and a large collection of precious objects including priceless gold, jade and bronze artefacts dating from the Zhou dynasty (1050 – 256 BCE) through to the Han dynasty (206 BCE – 220 CE). These precious artefacts are presented in parallel with work by the contemporary artist Cai Guo-Qiang, whose exciting and dynamic works connect China's ancient history with China today.

Community Garden Update No. 3 On Friday afternoon 1st June and Saturday 2nd June Brad Leech and Brian King worked tirelessly to compete the concreting and erect the arbour for the Community Garden. Thank you so much for volunteering your time and expertise. A big thank you to all the families who came with shovels and wheelbarrows eager to help out on Sunday 3rd June at the working bee. Thanks to: The Bramley, Pritchard, Ladd, Wood, Lancaster, Scott, Hietbrink, Flett, McMaster, Sebire, Probert, Underwood, Petrie and Walpole Families for giving up their Sunday morning. I’m sorry if I have forgotten anyone! The large garden shed has also been delivered and will be erected in Term 3. Tannery Lane Sand and Soil donated cow manure/ mushroom compost and gravel for wicking boxes and Strathfieldsaye Bakery for donated the bread for our sausage sizzle! We have recently received plant donations from Bendigrow Nursery in Tannery Lane. Please feel free to drop in and see the friendly staff at Bendigrow.

BREAKFAST CLUB Did you know we offer a Breakfast Club on

Friday mornings from 8.30am. This Club is co-ordinated by our chaplain Sarah and a team

of volunteers.

Every Friday there will be cheese toasties, fruit and milk on offer, so feel free to drop in.

All food has been kindly donated by Strath Village Bakers

Delight and Strathfieldsaye IGA.

FRESH

FRUIT

DAYS

Fresh fruit is available for all students at recess on either Thursday or Friday and is available from the

tables around the Canteen area.

Special

Religious Instruction

Lunch Time Club Join Mrs Hallows

on Friday between 11.15am -11.45pm in the Community room. Permission forms available from the office.

LOST PROPERTY Please remember to check the Lost Property drawer in the office for any lost items.

School hats must be worn by all children during lunch and

recess. Please label hats clearly. New hats can be

purchased from the office for $10

Scholastic Book Club Scholastic Book Club Issue 4

Delivery by the end of Term 2

VOLUNTEER CANTEEN ROSTER TERM 3 DAY & DATE 9.00-11:30m

Thu Jun 27th Kelly Ingram

Fri Jun 29th Jacqui Flett, Rebecca Phillips, Meridith Lauder

Wed Jul 17th Kate Hietbrink

Thu Jul 18th Sarah Thompson

Fri Jul 19th Kylie Morrison, Alex Leech, Bri Giddings

Wed Jul 24th Tina Rogister

Thu Jul 25th Kelly Ingram

Wed Jul 31st Kate Hietbrink

Thu Aug 1st Meridith Lauder

Fri Aug 2nd Helena Trinidad, Jo Bell, Michelle McAuley—SPECIAL LUNCH DAY

Wed Aug 7th Leigh Morrison

Thu Aug 8th Kat Cook

Fri Aug 9th Jacqui Flett, Alex Leech, Sarah Dimarcoi

Wed Aug 14th Tina Rogister

Thu Aug 15th Johanna Dennis

Fri Aug 16th Helena Trinidad, Jo Bell, Jodi McCooke, Bri Giddings

The school Canteen operates from Wednesday to Friday between 11-12pm and 2-2:30pm Lunch wallets are available from the school office for $8 Volunteers are always welcome to help collate the orders and prepare the lunches. If you are willing to assist between 9-11:30am on either Wednesday, Thursday or Friday please contact Marcella our Canteen Manager on 0409795170.

Recess and Lunchtime Snacks Not to be included on lunch orders

Available for purchase from the canteen

Canteen Menu

Strathfieldsaye Junior Netball Strathfieldsaye Primary School

Rebecca 0412114547 Commencing Monday July 22nd

Call for more information

STRATHFIELDSAYE KINDERGARTEN

MOVIE FUNDRAISER WHEN: Saturday 29TH June 2019

TIME: 4pm

LOCATION: Bendigo Cinemas

COST: $20 per Adult & $17 per child.

Tickets available through Sarah Wilson 0417128491

(President Kinder Committee)

Mini Combo’s Coupons $8 each (for small popcorn and drink)

Please come along to help raise money for our Kindergarten Community.

Each ticket purchased will give you 1 entry into our raffle to be held at the event.

Raffle prizes donated by local Bendigo businesses include:

Swimz Bendigo (1 month of free swimming & joining fee $100 value)

Bendigo Bowling Centre (Family Bowling Pass $44 value)

Collect Em All Pop Culture & Collectables (11 individual prizes)

Jumpz Trampoline Park (Jumpz Session for 1 x2 passes)

Toyworld Bendigo (Puzzles x2)

Mr Good Times (Books x2)