Templeton Primary School

Crestdale Road, Wantirna 3152

Telephone 9801 7450 Facsimile 9800 3547

Email templeton.ps@edumail.vic.gov.au

TERM 4 Week 9

7th December 2018

PRINCIPAL’S DESK

END OF YEAR REPORTS

Children’s end of year reports will be available on XUNO from Monday 17th December.

Prep F reports are available on Monday 10th December.

MRS EDWARDS ON LEAVE

We want to wish Mrs Edwards and her family a lovely holiday season. She is

taking Long Service Leave for the final two weeks of the year. We want to thank

her for the amazing work she has done at Templeton as one of the Assistant

Principals.

Pride in Performance

DATES TO REMEMBER

TERM 4 Monday 10th December School Council Meeting 7.30pm

Tuesday 11th December State School Orientation Day for Year 6 Students

Wednesday 12th December Year 6 Graduation Rehearsal

Thursday 13th December Year 1 Excursion Kew Traffic School

Year 3 Excursion Village Cinemas

Monday 17th December Endeavour Award Presentation by Nick Wakeling

Year 6 Graduation 7.00pm-10.00pm at Burrinja Cultural Centre

Tuesday 18th December 2019 Promotion Parade

Wednesday 19th December Year 1 Excursion Village Cinemas

Year 2 Excursion Latitude/Possum Hollow

Year 4 Excursion Village Cinemas

Year 5 Excursion Village Cinemas

Year 6 Excursion Gumbuya Park

Templeton Carols Night 6.00pm—7.00pm

Thursday 20th December Year 6 Excursion Village Cinemas

Friday 21st December Year 6 Pizza Party

End Term 4 - School Finish 1.30pm

PRINCIPAL’S DESK

FINAL ASSEMBLY

The final assembly for the year will be held on Friday 21st December commencing at 12.45pm.

PROMOTION PARADE: Tuesday 18th December

For those families new to Templeton, Promotion Parade is a transition day when children learn of their

new placement for the next year. They spend the day with their new teacher and classmates which helps

reduce anxiety over the holiday period. It is an exciting day that teachers and children alike enjoy.

LAST DAY OF SCHOOL: 1.30pm Finish

Please mark in your calendars that we will be finishing at 1.30pm on the last day of Term 4, Friday 21st December. Camp Australia will be operating After School care from this time.

LATE RETURN TO SCHOOL IN 2019

If you and your family will still be on holiday when school commences in 2019 would you please write a

letter or email to this effect for our school records. Thank you.

IMPORTANT DATES FOR 2019 Please add the following dates to your family planner for 2019: Tuesday 29th January: Teachers resume / (No school for students) Prep Interviews Uniform Shop Open 11.00am – 2.00pm Wednesday 30th January: Grade 1 – 6 commence first day of school Prep Interviews Thursday 31st January 2019: Prep Interviews Friday 1st February 2019: Preps first day 9.30am – 12.00pm

THIS WEEK’S CLASSROOM VISITS

Visiting a Year 5S Art class last week I came across interactive dioramas depicting the various activities

the students’ participated in on camp. The high swing, canoeing and raft making were popular activities

by the looks of the dioramas I played with!

PRINCIPAL’S DESK

This week our Grade 2 children had a very special visit from Australian author, Corinne Fenton. Corinne

spoke about how she comes up with her ideas, her writing process, her favourite parts of being an

author, and she answered many, many wonderful questions asked by the children. Corinne read "Little

Dog and the Summer Holiday", how special for the children to have the opportunity to listen to a story

read aloud by the writer herself!

Two of Corinne's books have been adapted for the Myer windows. The children watched a short movie of

the creation and opening of the windows, and Corinne even brought in the "Little Dog" from the windows

to show us! Many children had copies of books signed, and now if you borrow one of Corinne's books

from our Library, you will be borrowing a signed copy. We were very proud to receive an email from

Corinne below:

“What a delight it was to visit your school - the teachers, the students, the library and the welcoming artwork. All beautiful. Thank you.”

MATHS TIPS FOR PARENTS

Year 3-6

Sport

How does your favourite sport tally the score? What maths is presented on the tally?

How do other sports tally the score, for example, tennis, golf, cricket, netball and football?

What maths do you use to find the total of the scores?

How long do your favourite sports games go for in minutes and seconds? Are they divided into

halves, quarters or something else?

What are the shapes of different playing fields and courts? Talk about edges and angles.

How can you estimate the perimeter of a playing field?

Look at weather maps and the 7 day forecast. What is the difference between the minimum and

the maximum temperature each day?

PRINCIPAL’S DESK

Cooking

Collect and read recipes and discuss the use of fractions, milliLitres and grams.

Encourage your child to make accurate measurements using measuring cups and spoons

Discuss how you would double a recipe. Encourage your child to record the new measurements for

the recipe

Estimate the cost to buy all the ingredients to make the recipe

Make a list of the abbreviations used in the recipe then write them in full, for example, L for litre,

mL for millilitre, tsp for teaspoon etc.

Money

Use shopping catalogues. How would you spend $40 from a catalogue? Or How many products can

you buy for $40

Select five products from the catalogue then calculate what the cost would be if there was a 50%

off sale, or 25% sale or even 15%.

What is the best value sale item in the catalogue? Explain your reasoning

What are the cheapest and most expensive items in your catalogue?

Compare the cost of a product across different stores using different catalogues. What did you find

out?

Encourage your child to work out how much change you will get after buying something

Investigate costs for family trips together. For example a visit the zoo may include transport costs

or parking, entry ticket costs and food costs

Discuss saving money for presents or something your child may want to buy. Work out how long it

will take to save this much if they get a small amount of money each week.

Negotiate increases in pocket money as percentages. For example, a 5% increase would be how

much money per week?

Encourage your child to save a percentage of their pocket money or birthday money, and work out

how much this would be. For example, how much money would you have if you saved 40% each

week?

Calculate together how much a mobile phone costs per month. How much is spent on messages

and how much on phone calls? Look at different plans to compare value for money.

Travel Timetables

Can you identify your starting point on the timetable?

What is the earliest and latest time to travel on this route? What is the difference?

How long does it take to travel the entire route?

How many stops are there?

What is the difference in the time travelled when not making all stops?

What is the cost? Do you think it is good value compared with other travel options?

PRINCIPAL’S DESK

Newspapers

On the front page, estimate the percentage of picture and text. Does this vary over the first four

pages?

Research the cost per word/line to put a classified advertisement in the newspaper.

Find numbers in the newspaper, in digits and words. Cut the numbers out and order them from

smallest to largest

Visit the section that advertises entertainment. Select an event or movie. Find out how much the

tickets are. How much would it cost for your family to attend?

Try the number puzzles such as Sudoku, in the puzzle section of the newspaper or online to develop

critical thinking.

Have a great weekend!

Rod McKinlay

Principal

Ranbir K, PF—for being a wonderful listener on the mat this week, and for participating enthusiastically in our

Maths lessons. Keep it up!

Quinn O, PF—for always putting in your best effort in everything you do. Keep up the great work!

Saurav S, PS—for your excellent enthusiasm and participation during our Maths sessions this week. Playing

Addition Wars with a deck of cards proved to be lots of fun!

Christopher H, PS—for being a great listener when sitting on the mat this week. Well done.

Abish B, PV—for being a super counter during our Maths lessons this week. Your confidence when counting is

wonderful to observe.

Elsa C, PV—for completing your first project about butterflies. Your poster included detailed information and

beautiful presentation.

Samaya E, PG—for the wonderful effort you put into your “Butterfly Life Cycle”. It looked amazing. Well done.

Nathan J, PG—for the wonderful effort you put into your writing this week. Great job Nathan.

Alysha K, PZ—for showing greater independence at finishing your lunch on time and looking after your

belongings. Keep up the awesome effort.

Adrian N, PZ—for your amazing recount about the weekend. You also used some phonograms when writing

tricky words. Keep up the awesome effort.

Ray Q, 1C—you have been working exceptionally hard over the last few weeks. Your positive attitude towards

school should be commended.

Lucas Z, 1C—for displaying excellent maturity this week. You have completed your work within the allotted time

and have received all feedback in a positive manner. Well done.

Max G, 1C—you have been kicking goals in Mathematics this week and have been able to confidently write

inverse equations.

Max T, 1N—for your outstanding effort in Maths this week. You approached every task with a “can do” attitude

and completed all of your work to a high standard. Well done!

Addison H, 1N—for making it to class champion in “Around the World” in Maths this week. You counted back by

2’s like a true expert. Congratulations.

Yong M, 1H—for always trying your best. You work quietly at your table and don’t let distractions interfere with

your work. You are an excellent role model for our peers.

Ollie T, 1H—for writing an interesting recount about your basketball game. I really enjoyed reading it! Go Wasps!

Evie S, 1S—for writing a detailed procedure on how to make pancakes. You made sure you included the heading,

ingredients and sequenced the steps correctly. Well done!

Lisa Z, 1W—for always having beautifully presented work. Whether in Literacy, Maths or Science, you are always

working like a champion.

Chloe T, 1W—for your efforts in Maths this week. You have jumped into all activities with enthusiasm and a

smile.

Isaac M, 2D—for your excellent behaviour during our author visit this week. You were a great example of our

Templeton values.

Christian T, 2H—for stepping outside your comfort zone during our Andrew Wagner incursion last week.

Shrenik S, 2M—for superb dancing and singing during Show and Tell. What great moves you have!

Cindy H, 2W—for always asking interesting questions. You have a amazing imagination and are extremely

observant.

Sorin K, 2D—for your responsible behaviour during our wildlife incursions this week. Keep up the great work!

David D, 2D—for your fantastic behaviour in the classroom this week and being a great help to Mr Dawson. Well

done!

Adrima H, 2H—for enthusiastically taking on new and challenging tasks this week. Keep it up.

Naaviya P, 2M—for her wonderful persuasive writing on “Children Should Learn to Swim”. What a great effort.

Leila T, 2W—for being a kind and helpful student. You always look out for others and help them when they ask.

Jack N, 2W—for his excellent singing skills and determination when presenting his Show and Tell this week. A

marvellous effort Jack.

Adam W, 3A—for writing a fantastic cinquain poem this week. You used excellent adjectives to describe your

topic. I think you’re a poet and you didn't even know it! Keep up the awesome work!

Madison W, 3A—for doing a fantastic job at your reading this week! You have made so much progress this

semester and your should be extremely proud of your self. Keep up the awesome effort!

Athraa A, 3F—for an outstanding effort with your oral presentation this week. You are improving in your ability to

make eye contact with your audience. Great effort.

Sophia W, 3A—for a fantastic concrete poem about pancakes. You made my mouth water. Keep up the great

work!

Natalie A, 3F—for making excellent progress in writing this semester. You write descriptively in a variety of genres

and its is always a pleasure to read. Well done.

Aahaam K, 3M—you have amazing poetry skills and your adjectives to describe all the energetic activities you can

do in Australia were inspiring.

Isabelle N and Alannah S, 3M—thank you for showing initiative and cleaning up Templeton’s outdoors in your

spare time. Well done.

Yana D, 3P—for maintaining a positive approach to all learning opportunities. You are a star!

Anish J, 3P—for always trying your best and remaining positive in class. You’re a star!

Rima L, 4L—for always being so happy and positive. You brighten up our classroom with your lovely smile and

groovy dance moves.

Timothy G, 4E—for your exceptional writing skills this week. Well done!

Justin C, 4E—for your consistent hard work in the classroom. You always complete tasks to the best of your

ability. Well done.

Ella H, 4E—for your consistent hard work throughout Term 4. You always come to school with a smile on your

face!

Andy Z, 4F—for the outstanding persuasive essay you wrote about why “All Students should have their own Tablet

or IPad at school. Well done Andy!

Harith P, 4F—for your enthusiastic participation in our Proactivity Sports Incursion. Well done.

Suri N, 4F—for showing great pride in your class work. You always take care to ensure your book work is

completed in a neat and presentable manner. Keep it up!

Kayla D, 4L—for your work as our grade’s Student Councillor this year. You are an outstanding leader!

Deng K, 4N—for his sensational persuasive piece about “Why Students should have their own Tablet or IPad at

school. Well done!

Matthew W, 4N—for always showing enthusiasm and curiosity in the classroom. We appreciate the interesting

facts you share with us on a day to day basis.

Isabel L, 5B—for representing our school so well at Wantirna College this week. You have beautiful manners.

Well done.

Sophie S, 5K—for your outstanding work during our group activities this week. You were an excellent team

member in all group situations, giving opinions and listening to all ideas that people offered. Well done.

Alex S, 5M—for always having input in our class discussions. You view ideas from different angles and always

have interesting information to share with us.

Natalia A, 5M—for your fantastic effort on your end of year reflection. Well done!

Jamie P, 5S—for being a super scientist this term. You have been an enthusiastic participant in all sessions an

have worked well with your partner collecting data and solving crimes.

Patrick B, 6D—for being able to make the right judgement call when needed. You have grown and matured so

much this year. Well done.

Connor W, 6P—for an entire year filled with the most superb writing. Your use of more sophisticated vocabulary

paired with a copious amount of subtle humour make your pieces a pleasure to read. Well done.

Parthiv S, 6P—for fantastic contribution to classroom discussions. Well done.

Milly L, 6P—for your improved concentration and organisation. Keep up the excellent effort in high school.

Eric H, 6P—for fantastic contribution to classroom discussions. Well done.

Selena C, 6W—for completing a wonderful moderated writing story that had lots of vivid description and scary

twists. Your hard work has paid off. Well done.

MUSSOP AWARDS

Isaac T, PS—for always displaying lovely manners and being respectful to others.

Khhushi V, 1N—you always listen to your classmates when they are talking and treat everybody kindly. Well done!

Hari T, 1S—for always showing respect to his teacher and fellow students. You have such lovely manners Hari and

are such a friendly, caring person.

Even Z, 2D—for being respectful to your teachers and fellow students at all times. Well done!

Nathan H, 2W—for always being respectful and using his manners.

Isabella T, 3F—you treat your teachers and fellow students with the utmost respect at all times. What a wonderful

role model you are to other students.

Aaditya P, 4L—you are a considerate, kind and respectful towards everyone you meet. The positive attitude you

adopt ands the caring way in which you treat other is admirable.

Carys S, 5S—for being respectful towards others in every single way. Well done!

EGGCEPTIONAL READER

Nathanial Z, PF—for a cracking effort in Reading Eggs. Congratulations on completing 120 lessons.

Mackenzie S, PF—for a cracking effort in Reading Eggs. Congratulations on completing 120 lessons.

Rnbir K, PF—for a cracking effort in Reading Eggs. Congratulations on completing 120 lessons.

James G, PF—for a cracking effort in Reading Eggs. Congratulations on completing 120 lessons.

Sajne S, PF—for a cracking effort in Reading Eggs. Congratulations on completing 120 lessons.

Ethan L, PF—for a cracking effort in Reading Eggs. Congratulations on completing 120 lessons.

Siena C, PG—for a cracking effort in Reading Eggs. Congratulations on completing 120 lessons.

Samaaya E, PG—for a cracking effort in Reading Eggs. Congratulations on completing 120 lessons.

Emily H, PS—for a cracking effort in Reading Eggs. Congratulations on completing 120 lessons.

Kendrick C, PS—for a cracking effort in Reading Eggs. Congratulations on completing 120 lessons.

Evangelos K, PS—for a cracking effort in Reading Eggs. Congratulations on completing 120 lessons.

Celine Z, PV –for a cracking effort in Reading Eggs. Congratulations on completing 120 lessons.

Reyansh S, PV—for a cracking effort in Reading Eggs. Congratulations on completing 120 lessons.

Eason L, PV—for a cracking effort in Reading Eggs. Congratulations on completing 120 lessons.

Haowen Z, PZ—for a cracking effort in Reading Eggs. Congratulations on completing 120 lessons.

Robert Z, PZ—for a cracking effort in Reading Eggs. Congratulations on completing 120 lessons.

Early Years Literacy

Congratulations to the following children for achieving the goal of reading Fry’s Phrases

Lucas Q, 1S

Archana C-K, 1W

Noor A, 1W

Hayley P, 1N

Aarna S, 1C

GRADE 5 LEARNING ABOUT

THE AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL ANTHEM

The students in Grade 5 have been learning about anthems. We looked at our Australian National

Anthem and learnt about its history. Then we created new national anthems. Here are a few of our

favourites.

Mrs Nicole Sullivan—Year 5 Teacher

TEMPLETON IS TURNING 40!

Celebrating 40 years of Templeton Primary School

Family Fun Day on March 21st 2020

Where: Templeton Primary

Time: 10am -5pm

Rides Food

Market Stalls Entertainment Sideshow Alley

Karaoke

Celebrities And lots more…….

We are seeking an enthusiastic committee of parents and staff to get the ball rolling. Please sign up at the office if you are interested in joining the planning committee.

Mrs Andrea Edwards—Assistant Principal

TEMPLETON CHRISTMAS RAFFLE

Templeton is once again conducting a Christmas Raffle. We are asking

for your assistance in donating “goodies” that will contribute towards

our hampers. The Christmas Raffle will be drawn at our annual

Carols Night which is on Wednesday 19th December at 6.00pm-

7.00pm.

Donations can be left at the office until Monday 17th December.

Thank you.

Mrs Andrea Edwards—Assistant Principal