Principal’s Newsletter 31st August 2018Dear Parents and Carers,

It is amazing that we are already at the end of week 7. The students have had a busy term 3 so far. Term 3 has seen

a number of groups across the school accessing school camp opportunities. This is an excellent experience for students to participate in activities such as obstacle courses, orienteering, bush walking and camp cooking. The experience also supports students’ independence and connectedness to their school peers.

Father’s Day pie night was a great success and it was wonderful to have so many of our families come and celebrate. The SRC did amazing work organising activities and supporting the teachers to host the evening. Thank you for your support and we hope you had an enjoyable evening.

The SRC also organised our Soup Hero Day, which was a fun dress up day for our Main Campus students. The focus for the day was to celebrate personal strengths, an important topic from our Respectful Relationships program. At our Bethany Road Campus, the students made Soup for the staff and students as part of the Celebration. The money raised across the school will be going to the Red Cross.

Our Respectful Relationships team hosted a Student Forum this week where we had students from our Partner schools come to work together. It was a wonderful opportunity for Student Voice to be heard and supported. We had students attend from Ascot Vale, Melton, Rosamond and Jennings Street. Our own CRC and BRC students were excellent hosts and worked collaboratively with their peers from Partner Schools.

We continue to work with theDepartment following our transport review with the aim of having direct transport to the campuses. This would be the better option for our students and would help to avoid congestion issues we are having at the school. The direct transport will involve a rerouting of all bus routes and change in pick up and drop off times. There will also be more centralised pick up and drop off spots in line with the policy of the department. We are still unsure of the timeline for these changes but intend to give parents plenty of notice about the proposed changes and work together to ensure a smooth transition.

Students are preparing now for our end of term assembly, which is always, an opportunity to celebrate the great achievements and work that has been completed throughout the term. We welcome families to attend this assembly, which will be held on the last day of term. Look out for reminders in the newsletter.

Caitriona Toland Acting Principal

Early Years Wellbeing NewsNDISThe National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) is an independent statutory agency, their role is to implement the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).The Federal Government will provide grant funding to projects that help make Australia more inclusive for people with disability. If parents/carers are already receiving disability support services, they will be contacted by the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) as the NDIS becomes available in their area.

NDISDuring the year, there has been a number of workshops and information regarding the NDIS rollout. We understand that some families are feeling overwhelmed with the amount of information regarding the NDIS.If parents/carers are questioning the NDIS scheme are not currently receiving any disability support, they will need to contact following number and request an Access Request Form.

1800 800 110 - contact centre - open 8am to 8pm - Monday to Fridayfor Early Childhood (0-6 Years) - contact 1300275634

For information regarding information/workshops for the NDIS - refer to Warringa Park School newsletters or contact providers that can assist you with your queries: eg: Association for Children with a Disability - 9880 7000 - ACD is a leading advocacy and information service for families of children with a disability in Victoria,

ACD Supports - Access to Services, Disability Supports, Recreation, Siblings.

Yooralla - Yooralla can support your NDIS questions and support you at every stage of your NDIS journey. One to one Support.

Visit - www.yooralla.com.au or 96664500Yooralla supports - Service provides a wide range of tailored, quality and flexible services for people with disability as well as Carers. Other services - Yooralla provides assistance with daily living - assistance getting to appointments, travel support, household chores, Support with getting community involvement.

WELLBEING PROGRAMSBreakfast ClubBreakfast Club at WPS - The School Breakfast Club is an initiative of the Victorian Government in partnership with Foodbank Victoria. The program delivers healthy breakfast foods to over 500 schools and has been running at Warringa Park School for over 5 years, we have an average of 40 students attaining the program. Breakfast Club is opened every morning at the main campus - except for Thursday. A big thank you to all the volunteers, staff and students who support and assist with

the program. We require volunteers to assist with the running of the program on Wednesday and Friday. Please contact Margaret (Warringa Park School - Volunteer Co-ordinator) for more information. Dede (student) - “The food is yummy, I like baked beans, I see my friends”.Yazzy - (SRC student) - “I like helping, I help mum”.

Migrant/Refugee After School Basketball Program As a continuation to the Refugee Education Support Program from 2017, the Wellbeing Team facilitated an After School Program in partnership with the Werribee Basketball Association. tailored for students from Refugee/Migrant and ESL background.

The five week program ran once a week tailored for students from Refugee/Migrant and ESL background. It provided an opportunity to learn basic basketball skills focusing on key fundamentals of basketball through a variety of skills, modified games and team focused elements. Reece Potter from - Program Manager from the Werribee Basketball Association and 3 Imported coaches from the U.S. assisted with the running of the program. The students eagerly participated and looked forward to all the sessions.

Through student/parent interest we have referred four students to the Welcome to the Game Program - this program facilitated through the Australian Paralympic Committee and is funded by the Victorian Multicultural Sports Fund. Core eligibility to participate is to be a young person living with a disability and from a multicultural, migrant and refugee background. Please contact Joan Kurtis for further details.

My Time Program

MyTime Program is for parents and carers of children (under 16 years old) with a disability, developmental delay or chronic medical condition.

MyTime gives family Carers a place to socialise, discuss, get information, and support nan informal setting. There are no membership fees.

What is provided:.A facilitator to support, co-ordinate activities and guide group activities. Share experiences in an informal setting, opportunity to meet other parents and carers in similar circumstances, information, resources and service information, a play helper to provide activities for your younger children.When: EveryThursdayTime: 9:30 to 11:30Location: Werribee Gold, Wyndham Park Community Centre, 53-57 Kookaburra Ave, Werribee

Refer - www.mytime.net.au - for My Time Program in other areas.

Early Years Friendship GroupThe Friendship Group has been running for two weeks. Foundation students Xavier, Xander, Beau and Lucas get together every Friday to work together on social skills. Ali from Early Years has assisted with being a mentor for the group.The friendship group will provide students with activities in building skills through role modelling, role playing, turn taking and discussion.

Topics covered:.Identify - Who am I?.What emotions look like.Personal strengths &.Positive coping

Breakaway ProgramThe Breakaway Program is an innovative recreational respite program providing centre- based activities and excursions for children and young people aged between 5 and 25 years with a disability.

All programs are supervised by trained and experienced youth and disability staff to ensure a fun and safe environment.There are three Breakaway programs run by youth services:.Junior Breakaway program (5-11 years).Senior Breakaway program (12-17 years).Young Adults Breakaway program (18-25 years)

All three programs offer:• Centre based programs and excursions which operate on Saturday during school terms.• Holiday Programs which operate during the week of School Holidays.• Events - dance parties, movie nights and special excursions.• Social interaction.• Quality recreation.• Development of new skills.• Break for parents and carers.

To be eligible to receive this service, the child must be aged between 5 and 17 years old with a disability living in the Wyndham area. An assessment will need to be arranged through Aged and Disability Services, by contacting the Intake Officer on 8734 0714.

The Breakaway Program offers a variety of activities that encourage creative expression and support social interaction. These activities may include; painting, pretend play, puzzles, construction, ball games, video games, movies and cooking.The program also has a varied schedule of excursions to local zoos, play centre’s, museums and swimming pools. Contact Joan Kurtis for assistance with referrals or the Breakaway Program Coordinator at the Youth Resource Centre on 8734 1355

Access Ministries Program - Prep students This is a volunteer program for Foundation students and families. ACCESS Ministries Chaplains and Student Wellbeing Workers offer pastoral care for the members of the school and wider communities. They respond to issues as they arise, as well as facilitating proactive relationship building, small group delivery and programs to ensure improved wellbeing outcomes for young people and their communities.

I have been employed as a Student Wellbeing Worker with Access Ministries for three years. The program gives me an opportunity to work with students to support their needs and assisting families with referrals and the NDIS transition. The focus is in line with the schools values of Respect, Learning and Working Together.

Joan Kurtis

Specialist TeamAs the end of Term 3 is drawing near, the Specialist Team has been busy over the last couple of weeks engaging in a wide variety of learning activities.

In Art, Andrew and Ruth have been making 2D and 3D air, land and urban habitats. With Brian, the Performing Arts students have been learning how to improvise in short scenes and respond to some fantastic marine backdrops. In Music, students have been learning about dynamics which is the volume of the sound. In particular, they have recently been learning to play instruments quietly! For the BRC School Of

Rock Music Elective, students have been working on whole class instrumental ensembles; with “chair drumming”, playing the drums, keyboard and ukulele. The WPS choir has also been preparing for the up and coming Term 3 Assembly. And finally, as this is being written, Staff and Students are looking forward to Friday 31st August, participating in the Warringa Park World Cup. For some time, students have been practicing their kicking skills in preparation for this whole school event. Students will be competing in their house teams and working together to demonstrate their soccer skills and win the Warringa Cup Trophy.

Andrew, Ruth,Gavin, Heather, Brian, Kacey, Paul,Emilia, Athena, P.K, Mareta, Melody and Catherine.

Victorian State Schools

Spectacular – Get your tickets! We are proud and excited to have some of our studentsparticipating in the 2018 Victorian State SchoolsSpectacular: With the Beat. This year’s Spectacular will be held at Hisense Arena onSaturday 15 September, with two shows at 1pm and6:30pm. The journey of exploration will see Hisense Arenatransformed into a mystical Venetian masquerade ball, awondrous Steam Punk Fairground in a cornucopia ofnew and old mixed together.

There is something for everyone’s musical taste in thisyear’s show, from Macklemore, Imagine Dragons,Sheppard, Tim Minchin, Beyonce, to Karl Jenkins.

Talented young skaters, skate boarders, BMX riders,puppeteers, musicians, dancers and singers will featureon stage, while many other students will work behind thescenes, gaining unique, on-the-job, professionalexperience. This is a creative vision of industry professionalsincluding Creative Director Neill Gladwin, MusicalDirector Chong Lim, Dance Director Deon Nuku,(Scooby Doo, Happy Feet, Moulin Rouge) andAssociate Dance Director Yvette Lee, (Dancing with theStars, X-Factor Australia, Australia’s Got Talent and SoYou Think You Can Dance). This program – managed by the Department ofEducation and Training – helps to develop eachstudent’s performance skills, discipline, perseverance,cooperation and confidence under the training ofindustry professionals. For a fun, family entertainment experience, and to cheeron our students from the audience, be quick to securetickets.

Father’s Day Stall & Pie Night

MyTime Werribee 2018 Time Thursday 10am to 12pm Where: Wyndham Park Community Centre

53-57 Kookaburra Ave,

Werribee

Facilitator: Natasha

Play Leader: Carla What is MyTime? MyTime is a peer support group for parents and carers supporting children under 18 years of age with a disability, developmental delay or chronic medical condition. Who is MyTime for? Parents (mums, dads), grandparents, foster parents, or a primary carer receiving or applying for Carers Allowance. What will I get out of MyTime?

Meet other parents and carers in similar circumstances Share experiences in an informal setting A choice of topics and activities relevant to your needs Information resources and services available to you, how and where to access information. A facilitator to support, co-ordinate activities and guide group discussion A play helper engages your child whilst you attend your group Parent discussion Coffee mornings Group outings

The MyTime program is funded by the Australian Government Department of Social Services.

MyTime is coordinated nationally by the Parenting Research Centre.

Term 3 Dates

MyTime Werribee meet each Thursdays from July 26th to September 13th

Topics covered this term will include sensory toys, stress busters and NDIS check in

Guest Speaker Dates August 2nd—Book reading August 16th—NDIS check in

September 13th—Café 11 at Warringa park

www.tweddle.org.au

(03) 9689 1577

BUS NEWSDuring Semester 1 the school participated

in a Transport Review with the aim of having direct transport to the campuses. This would be much better option for every student and avoid all of the congestion issues we are having at the school but will involve a rerouting of all the bus routes and change in pick up and drop off times. There will also be more centralised pick up and drop off spots in line with the policy of the department. We are unsure when this might happen but we intend to give parents plenty of notice about the proposed changes and work

together to ensure a smooth transition.

NATIONAL DISABILITY INSURANCE SCHEME INFORMATION FOR FAMILIES OF STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES WESTERN MELBOURNE AREA

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is a new, national approach providing individualised support and services for people with disability. The NDIS is administered by the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA).

The NDIS commenced operation in some parts of the State on 1 July 2016 and will rollout progressively across the remainder of the State, Area by Area, until it is fully operational on 1 July 2019. Key information for Western Melbourne is as follows:

Area start date Local government areas Local Area Coordinator

1 October 2018 Hobsons Bay, Maribrynong, Melbourne, Moonee Valley, Wyndham

Brotherhood of St Laurence

Participants will transition to the NDIS based on where they live, not where they attend school.

Eligibility is focused on lifelong, functional impairment. NDIS eligibility information is available on the NDIS Access Checklist which is on the NDIS website.

There are two possible pathways for students with a disability to access the NDIS:

1. Students who are receiving specified disability programs or supports will have their details automatically provided to the NDIA. Your school will be able to advise you if your child is receiving one of these supports. These students may be contacted by the NDIA up to six months prior to their Area’s start date and invited to test their eligibility for the scheme.

2. Students who do not receive any of the specified programs or supports can directly contact either the NDIA or the NDIA Local Area Coordinator to test their eligibility. This can commence up to six months prior to their Area’s rollout date.

Further information Contact your NDIA Local Area Coordinator or the NDIA for information about the NDIS. Your school has also been provided with general information about the NDIS and what it means for students with disabilities.

NDIA Local Area Coordinator

Brotherhood of St Laurence

Phone: 1300 BSL NDIS (1300 275 634) Email: ndis.info@bsl.org.au Website: https://ndis.bsl.org.au

National Disability Insurance Agency

Phone: 1800 800 110 Email: enquiries@ndis.gov.au Website: www.ndis.gov.au

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Preparing for NDIS Planning

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is a significant change in the way people with disability will receive supports and services.

ACD is running FREE workshops for families of children aged 0-18 with a disability.

The workshop will cover: Eligibility Supports Participant Statement Setting goals Understanding the NDIS Price Guide ACD NDIS planning workbook NDIS planning meeting Choice and control

Venue: Warringa Park School

81-85 Warringa Cresent

Hoppers Crossing VIC 3029

Date & Time: 9.15am – 2.45pm

Thursday 13th September 2018

Register at: http://bit.ly/acd_Warringaparkschool Password: 2013prep

Book before 11th September 2018 – places are limited! Morning tea and lunch will be provided.

Low workshop numbers are subject to cancellation

CONGRATULATIONS.. Your child’s artwork is being exhibited at the State-Wide Exhibition of Student Art IMAGINE 2018. This is a very special exhibition in which your child’s artwork will be available for sale to your family or the public by bidding at the Silent Auction. All funds raised through the Exhibition will be supporting education and development for disadvantaged children in Cambodia. It is to be held at- THE MEAT MARKET

3 BLACKWOOD STREET, NORTH MELBOURNE (accessible by public transport and parking available. Please visit Public Transport Victoria for options specific to your journey.)

On SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 1 2018

10.00am-4.00pm

JOIN US FOR AN AMAZING DAY Featuring a pop up AMOK Restaurant for you to

sample delicious Cambodian food, see Murrundindi, Senior Elder of the Wurundjeri

people who will be opening IMAGINE 2018 and performing traditional didjeridoo, watch

traditional Aboriginal dancers Djirri Djirriperform, ZART Art will be presenting art

workshops and product demonstrations, vote for your favourite artwork through our ‘People’s

Choice Award’, experience the amazing exhibition of student artwork from schools across the state, grab a hot coffee or hot chocolate and enjoy The Studio of Dance

performance, traditional Cambodian dancers, bid on an ODA artwork or one of Esther from FLAME’s photographs at our LIVE auctions,

purchase a raffle ticket for your chance to win one of the stunning prizes, meet Esther and Sue from FLAME and Shirley from ODA and hear how the money we raise will help these

amazing organizations…..

ENTRY: by gold coin donation

SILENT AUCTION 10.00AM- 3.00PM

OFFICIAL OPENING: 11.00AM

LIVE AUCTION OF ARTWORK AND PAINTINGS CREATED BY DISADVANTAGED

CAMBODIAN STUDENTS: 2.00PM

SILENT AUCTION RESULTS /RAFFLE DRAWN at the close of the LIVE Auction:

approx. 3pm

For more information about

Have A Heart For Cambodia and IMAGINE 2018

Please visit our website

www.haveaheartforcambodia.org

WHEN: Term 4 2018 9th Oct – 4th December 2018

TUESDAYS (8 WEEKS)

*NO GROUP ON TUESDAY THE 6TH NOVEMBER DUE TO MELB CUP

TIME: 3:30 PM- 5:00PM

WHERE:FLEMINGTON COMMUNITY CENTRE

25 MT ALEXANDER RD, FLEMINGTON PUBLIC TRANSPORT IS CLOSE! CATCH THE 59 TRAM OR THE

UPFIELD TRAIN PLACES ARE LIMITED! TO SECURE YOUR SPOT CONTACT THE RELATE TEAM Relate@merrihealth.org.au Ph: 9355 9900 Larissa Mel

Relate Human Relations Program We know that it can be difficult and embarrassing to talk about relationships, love and sexual health. Would you like to join a fun group with other young people to learn about;

Body parts and functions Relationships and consent Conception and contraception Media and cyber saftey Public and private places and behaviours Social skills Hygiene Keeping safe Appropriate work place behaviour And more…

A great chance to meet other people, ask all the questions you want and learn new things! See you there Larissa and Mel

An NDIS funded program

Supported by the State Government

Supported by the Australian Government Department of Social Services

Hoppers Crossing Early Childhood Early Intervention

Forum

The National Disability Insurance Agency in partnership with Early Childhood Intervention Australia (Victorian Chapter) (ECIA) in conjunction with the Brotherhood of St Laurence partner, will be running community and provider forum sessions.

“Understanding ECEI and the NDIS” When: Tuesday 4th September 2018 Time: 10am-12.30pm

Where: Encore Events Centre Function room 1 & 2 80 Derrimut Road Hoppers Crossing Vic 3020

Click the link below to Register for the NDIS Early Childhood Forum

NDIS Early Childhood Early Intervention Hoppers Crossing registration

Or email vicwestengagement@ndis.gov.au

Message from Nurse NicoleImmunisation: 2nd Round Tues 30th Oct 2018 11.15am HPV

Supermarket nappies are made for children under 5. For those children who have a waist measurement greater than 40cm, you will need to look elsewhere for your child’s incontinence needs. Independence Australia is a company that supplies a range of incontinence aids. I encourage you to visit their website and phone them directly to discuss your needs. I do have a range of samples, feel free to come in and review them and discuss your needs.

Samples: 1. Tena Slip extra small waist-49cm-74cm 2. Molicare Premium Slip extra small waist-40cm-60cm 3. Prevail Youth Briefs Waist-38cm-56cm 4. Molicare Mobile extra small waist-45-70cm (nappy pants/pull ups) 5. Abri Form Premium extra small 50cm-60cm, (pull ups/nappy pants)

Independence Australia Telephone: 1300 788 855Website: www,independence.australia.com

Camp Medication: I review and organise all camp medication. For this reason I need all Medication Authority Forms (Green Camp Forms) to be returned as soon as possible once camp paperwork has been distributed. I request that all medication be handed into me directly via reception at least 2-3 days before camp. I encourage you to obtain extra medication close to camp and provide me the original packaging. If your child has a lot of medication please request a webster pack from your pharmacist.

Medication: As per school policy we ask parents to commence all new medication over the weekend or holidays. So this can be closely monitored for any possible allergic reactions or side effects. We appreciate your cooperation regarding this. If you have any questions regarding medication or need your child to take medication at school please contact me.

Please note: • All medication needs to be in the original packaging with child’s name, dose and time on the box. • If medication is being transported in students bags please contact the school as soon as possible, so we can remove the medication. Chaperones can secure school bags whilst on the bus but must not be used as a courier. • If at all possible directly handing over the medication at reception or myself would be appreciated. Nurse Nicole

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Dates for the diary 2018:Term 3: 16th July - 21st September3-7 Sep Literacy & Numeracy week Parent/Carer Tours for 2018 Early Years: 13/9 18/10 15/11 Middle Years: 6/9, 25/10, 8/11

15 Sep State School Spectacular 17 Sep School Council meets 21 Sep Last day of term 3, whole school assembly & early dismissal at 2:30pm

Term 4: 8th October - 21st December

Next Curriculum day 2018: 5th November

Warringa Updates

Australian Government. Discover National Literacy and Numeracy Week 4-10 September 2017. For more information visit wwwliteracyandnumeracy.gov.au