no. 09 a message from the principal class
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No. 09 Principal: Mrs. Monique Corcoran Assistant Principal: Mrs. Sally Herbert
Fax: 9782 2656 Tel: 9782 2999 E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.cranbournesouth.vic.edu.au Wednesday, 21 June 2017
Cranbourne South PRIMARY SCHOOL
Community Spirit ; Partnerships to Success
A Message From The Principal Class
Dear Parents/Guardians, SEIL Peter Greenwell visits Peter Greenwell, Senior Education Improvement Leader has visited CSPS twice of recent to discuss important Department of Education matters:
Monday, 22 May: Annual Implementation Plan (AIP) half year monitoring Peter was glowing of the progress our school has been making with the ‘ambitious’ 2017 AIP. Key points discussed were:
A focus for all schools is the powerful question; How do you know? The School Improvement Team continue to focus professional conversations and work on the AIP within a Google platform, thus monitoring is ongoing and collegiate of nature.
Additional support is being provided to Mr Rob Smart in the important leadership role he has as Strategic Intent Leader. Rob’s key role for the remainder of 2017, leading to 2018, is tying the curriculum and learning data together, in preparation for the writing of the 2018 AIP and 2018 school review.
Wednesday, 7 June: Principal Performance and Development mid cycle review Peter is extremely proud of my growth in such a short period of time. He has noted that the turn around of the school and the organisational buzz is notable. Such progress could not be possible without the enormous support from the students, staff and community of which I lead proudly. 2017 Regional Principal Forum Mrs Sally Herbert and myself attended the Principal Forum on Thursday, 15 and Friday 16 June. Thank you to Mrs Melanie Williams for being the Acting Principal for the two days. The conference was an extremely worthwhile opportunity to share and discuss with 650+ school Principals, Assistant Principals, SEIL’s, EIL’s, Network leaders, Regional Director, DET Secretary and Deputy Secretary and the Honorary James Merlino (Minister of Education). The conference focused on Inspired Teaching and Learning; Creating the Education State. We were humbled to be addressed by national and international key note speakers discussing educational reform from London to Ontario and Toronto. Leading collaborative learning in purposeful and positive professional learning communities was a powerful undertone to the conference. Turning good teachers into great leaders was of significance and how this can be translated on a local level. The finality of the conference was summed up in a motivational manner by the Reverend Tim Costello; focusing on striving for excellence and equity in contemporary Australia. Sally and I are truly inspired by a number of influential facets, that will be unpacked in the coming months. Staffing update
Miss Jessica Doolan will be attending the Somers Camp as a Cranbourne South Primary School representative, Tuesday, 20 June – Wednesday, 28 June (inclusive). In addition, school representatives are provided with two additional days in lieu of the weekend whilst on camp. Therefore, Jessica will be absent until Friday, 30 June; returning to work on Monday, 17 July. I am happy to advise that Mr Greg Woodstock will be the 5a replacement teacher during this time.
Ms Colette Joannidis will be taking leave from Monday, 26 June – Friday, 21 July returning to work on Monday, 24 July. Miss Phillipa Atherton will be the 6a replacement teacher for the one week.
MONIQUE CORCORAN and SALLY HERBERT
Parent X wished to say thank you for the leadership opportunities her daughter is engaged in. Hi Monique, Just wanted to share with you how proud my daughter was to be asked to open the assembly and help announce and give out the awards at the Junior school assembly today. She took pride in practising her lines last night and made extra effort to try and pronounce Bunurong and Wurundjeri correctly. Just for her to be given the opportunity to step up in this leadership role has encouraged her to set herself even bigger goals. My daughter said to me last night while practising, "I want to be school captain when I'm in year 6". Thank you for encouraging the students to step up and to believe in themselves to be leaders. I was a very proud mum at assembly today. Have a great day. Thanks Parent X.
As you know, we are directly involved in a number of exciting
sporting opportunities at CSPS on a Network and Divisional level. If you are interested in assisting in coaching/supervising a sports team at school and/or on the day eg. upcoming Hooptime competition (basketball), please contact Greg Booth for further information.
Important
Dates
Wednesday, 21 June School Council Tuesday, 20 - Wednesday, 28 June Somers Camp (selected students) Friday, 23 June Mid Year reports sent home Monday 26 & Tuesday 27 June PTO (more information to follow) Friday, 30 June Delish Elementary; special lunch Last day of Term 2; early dismissal
at 2.30pm
………………………………………………………… Monday, 17 July First day of Term 3 Monday, 24 July DET Parent Opinion survey
commences (select parents) Monday, 31 July Curriculum Day; student free
Parent Teacher Online (PTO) To further the achievements of students in their Mid Year reports, is the conversations had at Parent-Teacher
Interviews. Families would have received login details to arrange such a time to chat on Monday, 26 and Tuesday, 27 June. If you require support, please see your classroom teacher, contact the office or speak to Greg Booth who is overseeing the PTO process.
New shipping containers You may have noticed new shipping containers on our property (next to 1b classroom/Kiss and Go Zone). We require the communities support to remind students, past and present, that these are not play equipment and to keep off; not only for security but safety purposes. Your support in this matter is most appreciative.
Cadbury Drive In the next few weeks the Parents and Friends Association will be sending home chocolates for our annual Cadbury Chocolate Drive. If you DO NOT wish to participate in this fundraiser, please return the form sent out today no later than Thursday, 29 June, 2017 so that we can ensure that you do not receive a carry pack early next term.
Congratulations to the following children who have demonstrated our four values; Positivity, Persistence, Pride and Passion.
Class Week 8 Week 9
Fa Hannah Cuffe Jack Horton
Fb Ella Adams Ava Caples
1a Georgia Egan Lily Serong
1b Lachlan Hodgins Navah Tipuia
2a Jesse Dean Lochlan Buttner
2b Thomas Corrie Ryder Haines
3a Ethanael Martinez-Villalobos
Koby Ellis
3b Bailey Price Brodie Crawford
4a Sage Pettigrove Indiana Oakley
4b Frazer Hodder Millie Mepstead
4c Keira Alister Dean Drew
5a Maddy Rogers Tyler Grigg
5b Layne Marshall Brennan Price
6a Mattea Hunt Kayne Ward
6b Sarah Rollason Luke Johnson
LL Class Trophies House Points
Artistic Flair 6a Yellow - 160
Physical Vibe 4a Green - 160
Cultural Fusion 1a Green - 160
Digi Tech 3b Red - 140
LL JS Awards LL SS Awards
Artistic Flair
Hayden Memory 3b Jackson Close 6a
Physical Vibe
Lara Alder Fb Olivia Lupton 6a
Cultural Fusion
Ryder Morrison 3b Dakota Yarker 6a
Digi Tech
Marlie Wood 3b Max Brundson 6b
Overall Student of the Week Congratulations
Bailey Price 3b Week 8 Millie Mepstead 4b Week 9
On Thursday, 22 June at 2.00pm, as a celebration of Australian
history and National History Day, the school community; all
families, staff and students are invited to attend the Year 5/6
exhibition, ‘Museum in Motion’. Please visit both the Year 5 and
Year 6 classrooms.
Students will exhibit key events in early Australia history and represent Australian pioneers who have ‘come back to life’ for a short time. They will share with you what life was like
during their time here. They have prepared questions to be asked of them, so you can learn about their legacy. What an intriguing and informative opportunity! Please do not miss
this exciting Year 5/6 exhibition.
Asthma education
for parents
Are you a parent
who would like to learn more about your child's asthma?
The Asthma Foundation of Victoria provides free asthma education sessions for parents of school-age children. The session provides up-to-date information about asthma, medications, delivery devices and what to do in an asthma emergency. As a parent of a child with asthma, there is a lot to learn and knowing the basics about asthma and the latest about asthma management can help you ensure your child has well managed asthma. Your guidance through their early years helps your child understand their condition and develop good self- management skills as they become more responsible. This is important for setting them on a successful path to live well with their asthma through life. Who should attend: Parents and/or carers of children with asthma. What you will learn: By the end of the session you will have a better understanding of: * asthma symptoms * various triggers and how to manage them * medications available and how they help asthma * asthma symptom control and how to achieve it * device technique * written asthma action plans * asthma first aid Date: Wednesday 28th June from 1.30 – 2.30pm Venue: Mount Erin College – Neville Rohan Centre Robinsons Road Frankston South Cost: Free How to book: Email Jenny Pudney to confirm your place. [email protected]
Thanks to all who contributed to our first 5 Cent Challenge for this year. We have raised $488.25. A huge congratulations to 1A who were the winning class for Term 2, raising a massive $125.35. We will hold one more in Term 3, so start saving those 5 cent coins now. Thanks, Rhianna Hamilton and Emma Slocombe.
With great excitement, our students from the senior school took to the field to participate in this year's lightning premiership last Friday 16th June. We are pleased to confirm that our T-ball, Girls Soccer and Girls Netball teams were all successful and have qualified for the Division playoffs early next term. We'll keep you posted. I wish to thank all the senior school teachers for their commitment to training up our teams, our students for their fantastic attitude and sportsmanship and to our many parents who came to support our teams. It truly was a fantastic day. Greg Booth Vikings conquer Lightening Prem Tee-Ball Congratulations to the Vikings Tee-Ball team from Cranbourne South. Last Friday they won the Lightning Premiership undefeated in all of their four rounds. A special mention goes out to Jay Henry and Sam Toner who have worked hard coaching the team for the past month. The team player of the series was TK Upton. To all
the players; you showed enormous dedication by training three lunchtimes every week for four weeks. You deserve this success due to your contagious passion and persistence. Thanks also to the parents who came along and supported the Vikings and the Invaders on Lightning Premiership Day. We were proud to turn on our best for you all. We aim to make you all proud at District level. Colette Joannidis
Thankyou The Working Bee was a fantastic success with an excellent attendance and most of the jobs ticked off. Our ’To
Do” list The new backboards, purchased by the PFA, are up and look fantastic. The green shed is totally empty and the packing containers are packed. Many of the garden beds have been re-mulched and a general garden tidy up was done. Many thanks to the families and staff who attended; many hands make light work. Next Working Bees will be held in Term 3/4. A special thank you to those families that went beyond the call of duty and expectation by sneaking into the school grounds on Sunday, 18 June to make an additional contribution; you know who you are and we greatly appreciate your anonymity. Any inquiries you wish to make in offers of support at other times in the year, please contact Karen Halket.
We have some exciting free events coming up at Endeavour Hills Library
that we think your students would be interested in. Movie Magic – Saturday 24th June A day of Charlie Chaplin-inspired activities, featuring movie screenings and a Creative Activities Station where you can let your imagination run wild designing storyboards and movie costumes! Brilliant fun for the whole family. Storytelling Through Music – Saturday 29th July A unique workshop that integrates live musical elements from a diverse range of cultures exploring music through vivid imagery, story-telling and role-playing. Bookings essential!
Free school holiday activity – A crafty morning with recycled materials! City of Casey’s Waste and Recycling Department are providing a 1.5 hour craft session, learning about and using recycled craft materials. Ages 3-8 years old, parental/guardian supervision required. Learn about what can and can’t be recycled with a fun sorting activity, and then create some amazing craft items to take home, made from reclaimed and recycled materials! July 5
th 2017, 10.00 – 11.30am.
Bookings required: https://www.trybooking.com/QJYM Hampton Park Library – Stuart Street, Hampton Park. Free school holiday activity – A Crafternoon with recycled materials! City of Casey’s Waste and Recycling Department are providing a two hour craft session, learning about and using recycled craft materials. Ages 3-8 years old, parental/guardian supervision required. Learn about what can and can’t be recycled with a fun sorting activity, and then create some amazing craft items to take home, made from reclaimed and recycled materials! July 10
th 2017, 1pm-3pm.
Bookings required: https://www.trybooking.com/QKCN Lynbrook Community Centre - Lynbrook Boulevard and Harris Street, Lynbrook
Moonlit Sanctuary Keeper Club Kids enjoy environmental activities, animal encounters and native animal care. Day includes: interactions with dingo, python, off-limits animals, feeding animals & food prep, animal enrichment activities. Learn about our animals, their conservation and the environment. For ages 7-14 years. July 2017 school holiday dates: 10am –4pm
Week 1: Monday 3th Tuesday 4th Wednesday 5th Thursday 6th Friday 7th
Week 2: Monday 10th Tuesday 11th Wednesday 12th Thursday 13th Friday 14th
Cost: $70.00 per day, or $189 for 3 days (pro rata for additional days). Maximum 16 children per day. Bookings essential as spaces are limited Dress for the weather and wear closed-toe shoes, long pants and remember your hat or raincoat. BYO lunch or purchase at the café. Moonlit Sanctuary 550 Tyabb-Tooradin Rd, Pearcedale. Phone 5978 7935 Web: www.moonlitsanctuary.com.au Open daily 10 - 5pm.
We are furthering our recycling program at CSPS by introducing Close the Loop by Planet Ark. Families are also welcome to drop off their unwanted printer/photocopier and fax machine cartridges from the list below. A box is provided at the front office for disposal. Please recycle the empty cartridge by using the plastic bag and box from the new toner cartridge. Please
bring the empty cartridge in the box to the office for recycling.