Tue 37Nov PUBLIC HOLIDAY

Wed 8 Nov 3/4 Swimming Commences

Wed 8 Nov Prep Orientation Session 1

Mon 13 Nov Gr 6 City Doxa camp

Thomastown West Primary School

NEWSLETTER 98-112 Main Street, Thomastown, Victoria 3074 – Ph: 9465 4317

Email: thomastown.west.ps@edumail.vic.gov.au Website: www.thomwestps.vic.edu.au

Student voice involves students actively participating in their schools, communities and the education system, contributing to decision making processes and collectively influencing outcomes by putting forward their views, concerns and ideas. Student voice allows students to engage, participate, lead and learn. (DET). Teachers learnt that , “if we develop a culture where teachers and students work together, and where student voices are heard, respected and acted on, then we will build student’s confidence and a sense of self-worth, mastery and self-efficacy, so that students feel proud of and connected to their school, and develop responsibility for their learning and development.” Here are photos of our hard work! We are looking forward to supporting the students to have a greater say in their learning and experience at

Thomastown West over the next few years.

Toilets

Once again, another reminder about students using the

toilets sensibly. Again this week, the toilets in the multi-

purpose room were blocked by students stuffing paper

towel down them and toilets throughout the school have

even had whole toilet rolls blocking them. On one day,

Mrs Young was called to incidents in the toilets, no less

than SIX times! So far this year we have spent $3,500

just on getting the plumber to come out just to unblock

toilets.

Could all parents and carers please speak to their

child(ren) about behaving appropriately and sensibly in the

toilets? Thank you.

Pam Wright

NEWSLETTER No. 33 3rd November 2017

From the Assistant Principal

Congratulations to our Sports Teams! Our sporting teams have had an incredibly successful week! The 5/6 girls volleyball team became the Regional Final Winners by knocking out four other local school teams. They will go on to compete in the State Volleyball Champion-ships in Dandenong on 25th November. The team would love families and friends to go along to cheer them on. We are wishing them the best of luck. 5/6 Kanga Cricket was a great success and a wonderful day for all involved. The sun was shining and everyone was smiling even after having to wait for the bus which was 45 minutes late. Each team played 4 games which were all of a high standard with some fierce competition. Both the boys and girls won 3 out of the 4 games they played with a fair few 6's and 4's being hit by all. The bowling was excellent and Josh even got two wickets in one over. Both teams should be proud and all the students were great representatives of Thomastown West.

Teacher Professional Learning On Friday, we had our curriculum day, where students don’t attend school and teacher get the opportunity to learn more about how to improve teaching and learning at Thomastown West Primary School. We specifically enjoyed our visit from Rosemary and Kaylene who are Education Improvement Leaders from the Department of Education. Rosemary and Kaylene delivered professional learning on how to amplify student voice in our school.

Stars of the Week

Term 3 Week 7

Stars of the Week

Term 3 Week 7

Stars of the Week

Term 4 Week 4

Room 1 Shenaya & Damian Room 10 Domenic

Room 2 Ashraf Room 11 Lilly

Room 3 Naimo Room 12 Saif

Room 4 Fatma Room 17 Faalaa & Tiannah

Room 5 Tifa Room 18 Ilina

Room 6 Vae & Dalena Room 19 Ali

Room 9 Anthony Room 20 Stephanie

Hi Everyone!

A PARENTS/CARERS INFLUENCE This week I was in a lift at a shopping centre with an elderly lady and a young father and his son, aged about 20 months old. The lady asked the child for a Hi 5 which he gave with an open hand. The father then instructed his son to give a Hi 5 with his knuckles (as males do!), which again he did. I said to the father, ‘It’s easy to see who his son spends a lot of time with!’ ‘Yes’, said his smiling father, ‘and it is so much fun!’

Yes, ’t takes a village to raise a child’ BUT a parents’ influence is most important in the early years, including during their primary education years – more important than any school Principal or teachers and support staff. Despite peers becoming increasingly important, parents’ early influences (positive and negative) primarily remain as children become young people making choices for themselves.

These influences include coping skills with emotions, levels of empathy and respect for others and their community despite differences in gender, culture and faith, as well as ATTITUDES TOWARDS LEARNING, EXERCISING AND HEALTHY EATING. During my time at TWPS it has been a joy to get to know many of you. I have shared in stories of resilience and perseverance as you have pushed through times of trauma and become the wonderful persons you are. I have shared hugs as an expression of empathy and support. I have seen the wonderful results of parenting with a goal of wanting better for your children. There is much parents can do to provide the nurturing a child needs and an environment that fosters his growth. When you use your parental ‘power’ to do so, you can help your child become the best that he can uniquely be. Ultimately, a child needs you more than money or things. You are the greatest early influence as they depend on you for their physical and emotional needs. AND WE NEED YOU! We need your support as we care for and endeavour to help your children become eager learners who are also active and healthy - emotionally and physically. Sometimes this involves praise and reward. Other times it involves consequences for wrong choices.

As a parent I know how difficult it can be, but also I know how rewarding it can be! Let’s continue to work together for these wonderful young people.

Robyn Mulholland (Student Well-being)

Grade 3/4 Swimming and Parent Helpers

Swimming commences next Wednesday

November 8th.

If you would like to assist escorting students to

and from TRAC please speak to your child’s

teacher. The dates are as follows.

Wednesday 8th, Friday 10th, Monday 13th,

Tuesday 14th, Wednesday 15th, Friday

17th, Tuesday 21st November. Scheduled

times will be available next week. The

majority of swimming sessions are held in

the morning.

Please note you are legally required to have

a current Working With Children’s Check if

you are assisting . A copy needs to be given

to the office.

Thank you

3/4 Team

Room 1 Presents……

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Pupil free Days.

Parents, please remember that children are not required at school on Friday, 3rd November 2017,

School’s Curriculum Day, and on Tuesday, 7th November 2017, Melbourne Cup Day.

Halloween at OshClub

It has been a creepy kind of week as the children have enjoyed celebrating the Halloween theme

all week long.

They have created jack o lanterns, black bats and spiders, ghouls, ghosts and skeletons. They also

played Zombie Tiggy, Monster musical statues, Halloween mummy’s Halloween hunt and took part

in a Trick or treat game.

Parent Information:

OSHC Program Mobile: 0407 372 056

Email: thomastownwest@oshclub.com.au

Co- Coordinator: Desiree Bustos

Assistant: Carmen Bellofiore

Customer Service and Billing Team: 1300 395 735

All families must be enrolled to attend the program, remember this is Free!! Please create an

account online at www.oshclub.com.au All bookings and cancellations can also be managed via

your online account. For on the day bookings please contact the Coordinator direct at the pro-

gram.

Circus Comedy

Show 11am Saturday 4

November inside the

Thomastown

Library World renowned circus stars Rani Huszar and Daniel

Oldaker will delight us all with The Circus Comedy Show

- filled with fun and bursting with brilliance.

This Saturday 4 November

11am indoors Thomastown Library.

Plus market stalls, circus inspired crafts, BBQ and

coffee .

SOCIAL MEDIA FOR SMALL

BUSINESS COURSE STARTS THIS

THURSDAY

ENROL NOW CALL 9462 6077

COMMUNITY EVENTS MANAGEMENT AND

VOLUNTEERING COURSE STARTS THIS

THURSDAY

ENROL NOW CALL 9462 6077

FREE Short Courses in November

Introduction to Community and Events Volunteering

Are you interested in becoming more involved in your community? This program will cover basic skills required to be successful in a volunteer support role. Location: Thomastown Neighbourhood House (TNH)

Days: Thursdays Time: 10.00 am—3.00 pm Date: 2 November – 21 December, 2017 Duration: 8 weeks

Cost: FREE

Introduction to Social Media Business Marketing

Are you wanting to gain knowledge about online market-ing? This program will cover basic skills to use Social Media platforms as a marketing and promotional tool.

Location: Thomastown Neighbourhood House Days: Thursday Dates&Times: 2nd, 9th, 16th and 23rd November, 10am –2pm Duration: 4 sessions Cost: FREE

Ring PRACE on 9462 6077 or visit our web-site: www.prace.vic.edu.au

We are looking for a Volunteer Gardener at the Hub!

Do you have a passion for gardening?

Do you live in Thomastown?

Do you need a great excuse to spend an extra couple of hours

outdoors every week?

The Thomastown West Community Hub is looking someone to help with

the garden. The Hub runs programs for students at Thomastown West

Primary School and we would love to get some families involved!

For more information contact Nina on 9464 7950 or twhub@whittleseacc.org.au