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Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund (CSEF)
At the beginning of term 3, our school will receive a $125 grant
from the state government for every student whose parent/ guardian
holds a valid means-tested concession card. These grants are from
the newly created Camps, Sports and Excursions fund which has been
set up to assist students to join their classmates for important,
educational and fun activities and will assist eligible families in
covering the costs of school camps, trips and sporting
activities.
Please contact the school office to obtain a CSEF application
form or download from the DET website.
You should lodge a CSEF application form at the school by
26th
June 2015.
For more information, or to download an application form, please
visit www.education.vic.gov.au/csef
May
29th Grade 3-6 Sports Expo
June
6th Aerobics Comp Geelong
8th Queens Birthday (No Students required)
11th K-P Transition 2.30pm-3.15pm
16th School Council 7pm
23rd Parent/Teacher Interviews
26th End of Term 2 2.30pm finish
Student Absent Hot Line Number 5964 7783
Launching Place Primary School
Issue 15 Thursday 28th May 2015
Its Time to Change It Up - National Reconciliation Week National
Reconciliation Week (NRW) is celebrated across Australia each year
between 27
th
May and 3rd
June. The dates commemorate two significant milestones in the
reconciliation journey the anniversaries of the successful 1967
referendum and the High Court Mabo decision.
NRW is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared
histories, cultures and achievements and to explore how each of us
can join the national reconciliation effort.
The theme for this year is Its Time to Change It Up - with a
continued focus on how Australians can better respect each other,
and recognise the contributions, cultures and histories of
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
What is recognition?
Recognition means different things to different people. The
Macquarie Dictionary says that recognition means the
acknowledgement of something as valid or entitled to
consideration.
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Recognition can take lots of different forms, such as: saying a
simple thank you when someone lends you a helping hand cheering on
your friends or being cheered on during a game being praised at
work or school for your hard work and effort.
Think about how much you value recognition. When you are
sincerely recognised for whom you are and what you contribute, you
feel proud, valued and connected.
Being recognised is good for your self-esteem. It energises you
and encourages you to recognise the best in others.
Recognition is an important part of reconciliation. During
National Reconciliation Week, think about the value of recognition,
what it means to you and why its important in building a national
conversation about reconciliation. National Reconciliation Week is
also the perfect opportunity to celebrate the importance of
respect, different perspectives and diverse cultural experiences.
Learning about reconciliation helps students to become active and
socially aware citizens in many aspects of society.
More information about National Reconciliation Week can be found
at: http://www.reconciliation.org.au/nrw/
Last week ten students from grades 5/6 commenced a six week
kayaking program at Yarra Junction Aquatic centre. The session was
run by Canoeing Victoria. The students were instructed by Warwick
Draper, a three time Summer Olympics competitor. Warwick does an
amazing job of imparting his knowledge, skills and above all drive
and enthusiasm for kayaking.
Kayaking
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Launching Place Primary School Carter Street Launching Place
3139 Telephone 5964 7783 Fax 5964 6171 Email
[email protected] ABN 96 199 518 803
Last Thursday students from grades 5/6 invited parents and
teachers to join them for a film festival. The festival highlighted
the amazing work that the students have done over the past weeks,
writing, producing, acting in, filming and editing small feature
films. There were many smiles of enjoyment as the students watched
the result of their hard work and commitment. A big thank you to
Miss Nyman for
making this event possible. What a great way to finish off
education week!
Film Festival
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Lots of ideas and planning is starting to be put into place and
there is always room for others so please join our meetings and
help with this challenging but rewarding major event. Next meeting
Tuesday June 9th from 3.30 - 4.30pm.
Please Note: That other advertisements and publications
published in this newsletter do not imply school or Department of
Education and Early Childhood Development endorsement.
Country Fair
Canteen is pleased to welcome BBQ Snaps (similar to a grain
wave) yet much yummier, at a introductory price of $1.00; and they
are gluten free as well. Parents if you would like to read the
ingredient list please see myself on Thursday mornings.
We have Cheesey Rice Wheel, Spc Apple Jelly, Two Fruits Tubs at
50 each.
Please note Cheese twistems and BBQ Lone Stars will be no longer
available and removed from the menu.
Roster
June 4th Jaimie C, Gillian S, Meagan O, Kylie K 11th Larissa F,
Paul T, Janine K, Fang (Maggie) L 18th Jodie S, Bianca D, Maryann
E, Sheona B 25th Kelly W, Jo R, Bec A, Barb F Orders are to be
written on a brown paper bag with your childs name and grade at the
top and items ordered with prices; correct money is appreciated. If
you dont have paper bags at home there will be a cost of 10c per
bag. Please dont staple or put sticky tape on lunch order bags.
Parents and Friends
We have a pj / onesie day coming up on 19th June, look out for
the notice in coming weeks. Next meeting
Term 3 - 20th July.
If you have any fundraising ideas or would like an event
considered, please dont hesitate to join a meeting or leave
suggestions in the box at the office.
P & F team.
Ruby K Prep N
Lacey H Prep N
Juliet P 1/2 C
Vysal K 3/4 B
Hunter L-H 3/4 B
Lincoln S 3/4 K
Luke C 3/4 K
Brianna W 3/4 M
Lachlan T 3/4 M
Dale L 5/6 F
Emily S 5/6 F
Canteen
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Please put all money sent from home in a clearly labelled
envelope - Name, amount, class and what you are
paying for.
Missing
A black case containing 15 games for a DS;
please return to school office.
Missing Toy
A student in grade 3/4M had on display some special things from
home for his VIP week. One of these was a special toy called Bop.
Please see picture adjust. Last week was a busy week in the
classrooms with Grandparents and Special Friends Day and also Open
Night. There were a lot of people that came through our classroom.
If you have seen this toy (or mistaken it for your own toy), please
bring Bop back to school. I know this student will greatly
appreciate it!
Clothing
With the weather starting to cool down, we are needing to keep
warm. If your child/ren are wearing jumpers or jackets please put
their name visible on the inside. If they get lost they can be
returned. Please check your child/rens jumpers, etc, just in case
they may have picked someone elses up by mistake. If that has
happened could you please return them to the school office so they
can find their way back to the rightful owner.
Thank You for your co operation .
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Learn to play the Violin at LPPS
Experienced qualified teacher
Yarra Valley resident
Reasonable rates
Contact Sally Banks
Phone: 0422 266 598 or [email protected]
Womens Self Defence Classes
1 Hour, 1 Night a Week, for 5 Weeks
Bring a friend, build your confidence, learn
something new and have fun.
Yarra Junction
Contact Tony 0437 290 165
If you book a job within 1 month of
receiving a quote from Nelson Asphalting
and you mention LPPS school newsletter,
we will donate 2.5% of invoice price to the
school.
Best Value - Best Finish - Best Service
Asphalt Driveways
Asphalt Footpaths
Asphalt Repairs
Asphalt Car Parks
Asphalt School Yards
Clinton Nelson
0412 167 649
[email protected]
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