Issue 16 - 28 November 2018 Page 1 Bundoora Bulletin · 11/28/2018  · Issue 16 - 28 November 2018 Page 4 Pupil of the Week rdfor the week ending: 23 November 2018 GRADE REASON FOR

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From the Principal…

With just a little over three weeks to go until the end of term, our teachers are well in the thick of assessments and report writing for Semester 2. As well, we are well into preparation for our 2019 class structure and placement. I encourage any families who are aware of any incoming students, whether into Prep or throughout any year levels, to contact our office as soon as possible to ensure inclusion into our 2019 class structures. Likewise, it is important for us to be aware of any possible students leaving our school due to moving suburbs, etc. Our class structure for 2019 is as follows:

Prep: Year 1/2: Year 3/4: Lauren Taglieri Emily Edgley Andrea Lagana

Pina Saliba Rebecca Bruce Nick Shelley Nicole Robb

Jamie McDonald Kat Ridsdale Callum Shaw Dominic Bolger

Year 5/6: Heather Neilson Natasha Narayan Steven Meagher

Specialists: Penny Allibon Nerida Newell Molly Jeffries Daniel Kret

Education Support: Kerrie Laurie, Jeremy Cass, Nicole Morton, Susie Hull, Nahla Said, Dee Gault

English as Additional Language: Michelle Agar

Auslan: To be confirmed

Corrective Reading: Nicole Morton

I am delighted to announce the staff members joining our team in 2019. Dominic Bolger, who stepped into 3/4A during Belinda Ancell’s family leave, has accepted a Family Leave position. Nicole Robb, who has become very familiar with our school since her pre-service placement, and frequent voluntary visits to support our students, has accepted a 12 month contract. We welcome back Michelle Agar, from Family Leave, who steps into English as Additional Language, supporting students who are new to our country or require additional assistance. Sadly, we say goodbye to our lovely Mrs Hutton who has reached the pinnacle of her career, now retiring to spend time with her family. Mrs Hutton has worked in education for over 40 years, and has brought a wealth of knowledge and experience to each position she has held throughout her career. She has provided so many of our EAL students with wonderful experiences to assist them in learning English. We wish Mrs Hutton all the very best in her journey of retirement.

Our Colour Explosion Run event held a few weeks ago was a huge success, with our students thoroughly enjoying their colourful obstacle course. It was lovely to see the many families who came along to cheer (and laugh) as our students were showered with coloured powder. The fundraising sponsorship has been overwhelming, with a predicted $8,000 being raised towards air conditioning for our new school hall. This is an amazing achievement, from one event, and I’m sure all of our students (and staff) will be extremely appreciative in the coming warmer months as we endure the hot weather. Prizes are being finalised this week, with expected delivery in the next two weeks. I am very pleased to advise our community that TheirCare will be providing School Holiday Care from 21st January 2019. A timetable and information flyer is attached, which outlines the cost, activities and excursions TheirCare will offer. As well, TheirCare will be available for out of school hours care on Tuesday 29th January, being the day before Year 1-6 students start back at school, and before/after school thereafter throughout the term, as usual. Please be aware that Tuesday 11th December is a PUPIL FREE DAY which has been allocated for our staff to conduct a thorough handover of student information. This information includes, social, emotional, and academic information to ensure staff are well informed of students in their classes next year. OSHC will be available through TheirCare.

Dates to Remember

27th-29th November Prep-4 Swimming Program Monday 3rd December MONDO Recycling starts (see information in newsletter) 4th-6th December Prep-4 Swimming Program Monday 10th December Guitar Program Performance at Assembly Family Christmas Carols Evening Tuesday 11th December

Pupil Free Day (No School) (OSHC Available – bookings essential) Wednesday 12th December School Council 6.00pm MONDO Recycling ends Monday 17th December Large Assembly – Scholarships announced, Student Leadership announced (All welcome) Monday 17th December 3.15pm-3.45 Prep-2 Social Enterprise Program event - Pop Up Disco & Popsicle for the Poor (more information to come) Thursday 20th December Step Up to 2019 Year 6 Graduation Ceremony (Evening) Friday 21st December End of Term 4 – 1.45pm finish (OSHC available until 6.00pm)

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Progress is really coming along in our new building, although it may be difficult to see, given that the majority of work being done

is internal. The painting is almost complete, flooring is being laid, blinds and cabinetry being installed, etc. The outside decking is

almost finished, along with the remaining external work. We are still expecting handover on Friday 21st December. The

landscaping and pathway/stairs towards the entrance of our new building will be completed during the school holiday break.

The new basketball area is being prepared for the asphalt to be laid, followed by the installation of the new ground.

A reminder that parents are not to use our staff carpark, or driveway, to drop off or pick up their child/ren. Please note our new

“Kiss & Drop” Zone on Bendoran Crescent, as well as our new “Disabled Parking” bay (time limited 1 hour). The Kiss & Drop Zone is an

easy option for parents, who don’t wish to come onto our school grounds, to simply drop their children off or pick them up. Parents

can simply drive along Thornton Avenue, turn right onto Bendoran Crescent and then arrive at our Kiss & Drop zone. Parents must

not park in this car parking area facing the opposite direction, nor make u-turns (on Bendoran Crescent or Balmoral Avenue) to

access the Kiss & Drop car park area. This zone will alleviate the limited car parking issue and develop a little independence,

particularly with our older students. Our newly painted and sign-posted Disabled Car Park is situated on Bendoran Crescent (towards

Balmoral Avenue) to assist those parents/carers with a disabled parking sign. If used properly, these new parking zones will be most

helpful for our families.

Enjoy your week!

Lee Pollard

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Recent Excursions reports

Swimming Program

Colour Explosion Run

Prep Transition

Instrument recitals

Women in STEM

….and further reports from our Captains, House Captains reporting on their chosen Value of the week, Birthdays & our School Song.

Pupil of the Week for the week ending: 16th November 2018

GRADE REASON FOR CITATION NAME

5/6T For being an excellent representative of our school at Greensborough College.

For demonstrating tremendous time management and dedication to her book report. Well done!

Aaron

Maggie

5/6N For being so helpful every day in class as well as with your buddy. Christopher

5/6M For outstanding results on your assessments. Well done! Doressa

3/4S For an absolutely cracking two weeks of learning. You superstar! Janelle

3/4M For always having a very positive attitude towards everything she does! Sarah

3/4B For fantastic behaviour and collaborative work at Scienceworks. Savannah

3/4A Putting more effort into his writing and communicating well with others when he needs assistance. Christobal

1/2S For being kind and caring members of 1/2S. For being so generous in your willingness to help your classmates and take on extra responsibilities.

Emily and Omar

1/2N Improved application to her tasks. Keep up the great focus! Chloe

1/2B You are amazing. Always helpful, respectful and kind. You work hard in class and try your best. Grace and Lex

Prep T For always being a fantastic role model and a great friend to everyone. Well done! Angelia

Prep L For stepping out of your comfort zone and having a go with your writing. You’re a super star! Artie

Prep E For trying hard to get back into school routines after being away. Welcome back! Henry

STEM For your creative and well thought out coding of your animation. Lola and Ellie

Visual Arts

For bringing in the information about Ned Kelly and sharing with the class. Stacey

Phys. Ed For a great year on the sporting field. Congratulations on all your achievements. Keep up the hard work! Maddi M

Performing Arts

For being constantly respectful and enthusiastic and for her new passion on the ukelele! Wow, what a star!

Ava

Auslan For her amazing improvement! She has learned so much so quickly - well done.

For displaying a terrific respect for Auslan this term! Such an improvement in your skills. Excellent work!

Charli J

Hristian

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Pupil of the Week for the week ending: 23rd November 2018

GRADE REASON FOR CITATION NAME

5/6T For being focused in Maths and making good choices to assist their learning. Keep it up! Michael and Wil

5/6N For making a concerted effort in completing all your math and reading activities. Jenna

5/6M For being a great support to everyone at BPS. Jesslyn

3/4S For always being organised, happy and ready to learn. Isra

3/4M For trying very hard with your story writing. Well done! Demi

3/4B For your great dedication towards your Passion Project. Scott

3/4A For consistently demonstrating the school values and always putting effort into tasks. Keep up the great work!

Bianca

1/2S For great listening and working hard. Benjamin

1/2N For fantastic improvement in your reading skills. Keep up the great work. You are a superstar! Sofia

1/2B Wow, you have amazing writing. Love your WOW words and connectives. Well done. Zoe K, Jenny and Cindy

Prep T For your fantastic efforts during writing sessions. You always contribute to our brainstorms and try to add extra details to your writing. Well done!

Alexander

Prep L For working hard in all areas of your learning. Your effort is paying off. Keep up the great work! Sebastian

Prep E For being a superstar in class as well as in the playground. Excellent! Aaradhana

STEM For your awesome attitude and including others while representing the school at RMIT. Isabella

Visual Arts

For your outstanding attitude and willingness to assist your classmates and Mrs Allibon. Thomas H and Charlie L

Phys. Ed For being a wonderful student all year, doing your very best every week! Noah

Performing Arts

For always being so helpful and enthusiastic. Well done! James

Corrective Reading

Fantastic effort during your timed reading session. Alex B

Auslan For demonstrating a huge improvement and respect for the Auslan language. Hannah is so impressed and proud of you. For trying so hard this week when signing with Hannah. You were fantastic!

Tom F Logan

Reminder for Year 6 students going to Reservoir High School

Wednesday 5th December – Grade 6 Information Night for 2019 Year 7 Cohort and their families (6.45pm registration in the PAC) / Refreshments in the Reservoir High

School Library

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