Newsletter - Williamstown North Primary School

Last Day of Term 3 Friday 20th September Early Finish—2.30pm

THE UNIFORM SHOP WILL BE CLOSED TOMORROW, THURSDAY 19TH

SEPTEMBER, DUE TO THE END OF TERM.

Assistant Principal’s Report YEAR 3/4 CAMP – ANGLESEA

Our Year 3 and 4 students enjoyed a wonderful camping program from Monday 9th – Friday 13th September at Anglesea Recreational Camp.

Year 3 students left on Monday 9th and returned on Wednesday 11th September, whilst the year four students arrived on the Wednesday 11th and returned Friday 13th September. The weather conditions were generally very cool for the entire week, but students were still able to participate in all scheduled activities throughout the week. Students rotated through activities such as the giant swing, photo find, volleyball, skateboarding, ropes course, mountain biking and general games.

On behalf of all of the students, I would like to take this opportunity to thank the following staff and parents who supported the two camping programs;

Year 3 Camp; School Staff - Jamie Peters, Crissy Samaras, Wendy Drayton, Tess Holland, Lewis Bainbridge & Belinda Gill. Parents – Nick Mastos, Warren McDonald, Rebecca Borg & Petra Ramsay.

Year 4 Camp; School Staff – Jamie Peters, Giorgia Moss, Ana Milnes, James Ritchie, Dean Pearce & Belinda Gill. Parents – Dale Hogan, Shane Graham & Craig Fraser.

Particular thanks to Jamie Peters & Belinda Gill who stayed for the whole week to support both camps and to Dean Pearce who stepped in at the very last moment to replace Chrissie Van Nieuwkuyk (broken wrist).

Congratulations to Jamie Peters on his meticulous organisation of the camp; everything ran so smoothly and our students were able to participate in a highly engaging camping program as a result of Jamie’s extensive planning.

Williamstown North Primary School

Newsletter

133 Melbourne Road, Williamstown 3016

Tel: 9397 5722, Fax: 9397 1893

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.willynthps.vic.edu.au

Report Child Absence—[email protected]

SPECIAL DATES OF

INTEREST 2013

Term 4

7th Oct to 20th Dec

8th to 18th October

Year 3/4 Swimming

Friday 11th October

Year 1/2 Big Night In

Friday 18th October

Year 3/4 Hoop Time

Wednesday 30th October

Year 6 Graduation Photo to be taken

Wednesday 30th October

Prep Museum Excursion

Wednesday 6th November

Prep Incursion Professor Bunsen—Science

Monday 11th November

Prep-Arts Victoria Incursion

Tuesday 12th November

Dance Step to perform for the school

Wednesday 13th November

Year 5/6 Hoop Time

Wednesday 13th November

Prep Excursion Cooper Settlement Farm

Wednesday 20th November

Prep-Arts Victoria Incursion

18th to 20th November

Year 5 Beach Program

25th to 27th November

Year 6 Beach Program

Friday 6th December

Year 5/6 Funfields

Dates to Remember

Footy Lunch Day

Friday 20th September

Monday 16th December

Year 6 Graduation

Public Holiday Melbourne Cup—5th November

18th September 2013

Number 29

NATIONAL DATA COLLECTION

Williamstown North Primary School has been selected to participate in the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with Disability (Data Collection). This is the first year of national implementation, which will be from 2013 to 2015, for all schools across Australia. This was endorsed by all Education Ministers from Commonwealth State and Territory Government (independent government and Catholic) in May of this year.

We are one of 350 government schools selected in phase one. The privacy of every participants individual will be protected at all stages.

The Data Collection will provide Australian schools, parents, education authorities and the community with information about the number of students with a disability in schools and the reasonable adjustments they receive. Participation in the Data Collection is extremely important in providing detailed and extensive information as this will assist in identifying and supporting children with a disability so they can access and participate in education on the same basis as their peers.

Schools will identify students to participate using principals of professional trust and informed judgements. Consent forms with detailed information will be sent home to parents/carers of selected students by this Friday. The timeline given to us by DEECD is extremely short, so we ask for all Consent forms to be returned to school by Wednesday 9th October.

Further information is available from

http://deewr.gov.au/nationally-consistent-collection-data-school-students-disability or contact the school and speak to Sue Ongarato or myself.

LAST WEEK OF TERM 3

We have another busy week in the lead up to the end of Term 3. One of the highlights this week has been an extensive range of activities for children to participate in for Footy Week. A big thank you to Mr Richie for his relentless organisation and passion, and staff who have joined in and provided support. The last day of term ends with a whole school Footy Day. All children are encouraged to wear the colours of their favourite football team. We will have special AFL guests, fun activities and a yummy ‘Footy Day’ lunch.

The Prep/One/Two children have participated in an intensive swimming program at Bayfit Swim Centre in Altona which concludes tomorrow.

SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

I am sure everyone is looking forward to the break and I wish all staff students and their families a safe and fun holiday. Let’s hope the weather is warm and sunny as well.

Just prior to the start of Term 4 daylight saving will have started. I am a little bit selfish over this, because I love having that extra light at the end of the day.

All students will attend Assembly at 2.15pm and be dismissed early from Assembly in the Gym at 2.30pm on Friday, 20th September. Term 4 resumes on Monday 7th October.

Enjoy your Break—Wendy Emin

LUNCHBOX OF THE WEEK!

Congratulations to Emily in Prep H for her Nude Food Lunchbox!

SCHOOL BANKING - MISSING DEPOSIT?

To the parents and carers of our school banking students

On Wednesday the 11th September we received a School Banking deposit for the amount of $20.00. The deposit slip was not completed by the student and subsequently the account number details were not captured for processing.

If your child deposited $20.00 to their account on Wednesday, could you please present your bank book to the office so that the receipt can be verified and account number details obtained to allow us to process the deposit to your child’s account.

Do not hesitate to contact me should you wish to discuss this matter further.

Many thanks

Leanne Sutton

School Banking Co-ordinator

Mob: 0424 221 752

[email protected]

Rosters… Fresh Fruit Friday (FFF) Last day of Term—No Fresh Fruit Friday today.

If you are able to help out weekly, fortnightly or even once a month, please contact Linda Taylor at, [email protected]. This is a very happy and social group. ______________________________________________________________________________________________

Canteen—NEW HELPERS MOST WELCOME Julieanne Weir manages our Canteen and is always very appreciative of the time parents or family members can volunteer to help in the Canteen. Julieanne can be contacted via the General Office. New parents or family members are always needed, so, if you can spare any of your valuable time, it would be greatly appreciated.

Thursday 19th September—Kaylynn Rasmusen Friday 13th September—Special Footy Day Lunch

Please remember that Lunch Orders are only available on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.

No Lunch Orders are available on the Last Day of Each Term. ______________________________________________________________________________________________

Uniform Shop News

The Uniform Shop hours are Mondays and Thursdays from 8.30am to 9.15am. Any enquiries please contact Kara on 0413 008 185. Size 6 and 8 tunics are back in stock. Also, if you have recently placed an order, please check at the office, as there are a number of orders awaiting for collection. If you can't make it to school when the shop is open, you can always fill out an order form at the office. Very soon you will be able to order online. Any enquiries, please contact Kara on 0413 008 185.

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School Banking School banking day is Wednesday. Don’t forget to send in your child’s bank book.

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Student Safety

Please take the time to regularly remind your child/ren about safety, especially when going to and from school. Here are the important points to mention:

Do not to talk to strangers and never accept a ride from a stranger, or accept lollies or gifts from a stranger.

Immediately report any issue or problem you may have when going to or from school, to your mum and dad, or to your teacher, the Principal, Assistant Principal or office staff.

Always get permission from mum or dad before going to play with a friend after school and always let mum and dad know where you will be and what time you will be home.

We advise that, wherever possible, children should travel to or from school with an adult or with their friends, rather than travel alone.

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Early Release

All children collected from school before 3.30pm must be signed out at the Office. Parents will be handed an ‘Early Release Pass’ to hand to the supervising teacher. If a child is signed out at Recess or Lunch time, the Office staff will call the child to the Office and then ensure the Early Release Pass is given to the supervising teacher.

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Bikes & Scooters

Many children ride bikes and scooters to school each day. All bikes and scooters must be locked up in either the Bike

or Scooter Enclosure to prevent theft. Please ensure your child has a chain and a lock. All children who ride a bike or

scooter must wear a helmet which is a requirement by the Government . The school regularly reminds all children

about wearing helmets for their safety. All bikes, scooters, skateboards, ribtics and helmets must be labelled, with your

child’s name and class. Children are reminded they must walk their bike, scooter, skateboard or ribstic to and

from the school gates. No bikes are to be brought through the school buildings and we request, where

possible, that Scooters are also not walked through the building.

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Working With Children Checks As from the 1

st July 2013 the process for applying for a Working With Children Check has changed. Due to the

continual changes to the forms they are no longer available at School or the Post Office. The only way to apply for a Working With Children Check is online. These forms are available at http://www.workingwithchildren.vic.gov.au Reminding Parents, if you wish to assist in the Canteen, Fresh Fruit Friday, Sport, Swimming, Excursions or Camps, you must have a current Working With Children Check. If you have a current WWCC and have not provided a copy to the office, please bring your WWCC to the school office, where a copy will be placed on file. Working With Children Checks remain valid for 5 years.

ART NEWS Artist of the Week Clare in Year 3B received the Artist of the Week Award at Assembly on Monday. She produced a very

well thought out and creative Dream Camp Drawing, showing a good understanding of perspective.

Great job Clare!

Congratulations to Year 1V who have been awarded the Art Class Award this week. They worked

really hard to achieve great results with their paper weaving mats. Well done Year 1V!

Art News

Today the fantastic Poultry Artworks and the creative garden in a wheelbarrow entry, completed by

those students who are part of our school gardening club, were delivered to the organisers at the

Royal Melbourne Showgrounds. These will be on display throughout the course of the Royal

Melbourne Show.

A reminder that as students will be collecting their 3D work during the final week of term, it is advised

that they bring along a separated plastic or material bag to take their art work home in and to keep it

safe.

Wishing everyone a safe, relaxing and creative break.

Thank you

Julie Kelly,

Visual Arts Teacher.

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Anglesea Camp Reflections

The Year 3 & 4 children went to Anglesea Recreation camp. It

took us an hour and a half to get there. When we arrived we had

a safety talk with Nathan, one of the YMCA staff. After that we

had our lunch and then we found out our cabins. The cabins

were Addis which was just for the girls. There was Bells which

were mixed and Jarosite just for the boys. Then we went to our

cabins and had a look, then we started our activities.

The activities were Low ropes, Games Galore, Giant Swing,

Volleyball, Photo Find, Skateboarding, Mountain Bike Riding and

Inverlochy Challenge which was out last activity. The groups

were Kangaroos, Possums, Lizards, Foxes, Koalas and Rabbits.

The food was delicious. We also had special events such as the

the Night Walk, Movie Night and we watched Baby’s Day Out,

Aerobics with Belinda in the morning and then we had the

AWESOME DISCO.

Thank you for all the support the teachers and parents gave at

camp, we all had a wonderful time.

By Mia and Olivia

This camp has been the best camp that I have been

to. The activities included Low Ropes, Giant Swing,

Mountain Biking and lots more. I enjoyed my time

there. My highlights were—the Disco (best DJ

ever!), Movie night and the chocolate muffins. I had

a great camp and I just wanted to thank all the

teachers that came along and Mr Peters for making

it all happen.

By Allegra.

Anglesea Camp

was marvellous!

It was a great

experience with

lots of fun and I

was never bored

at anytime. My

group was the

Possums and

our leader was

Belinda. My

favourite activity

was ‘the Giant Swing’ and I went to the top. Being at

the top was FABULOUS! Even though this was my

second camp, I was still really excited and I didn’t

want to leave at all. The disco was the best! If the

music was too loud, there was a room next door that

you could play table tennis or board games. This

camp was the BEST! I sooooo want to go to

Anglesea Camp again.

By Monique

The Anglesea Camp

was MARVELLOUS! It

was an experience like

no other with amazing

sites to see and sun

games. My group was

‘Kangaroos’ the leader

was Mr Peters. All of

the activities were so

much fun filled with

excitement and passion.

The activities consist of joy, height, gear and a rush of FUN!

The accommodation was deluxe and very organised. The

activities were Giant Swing, Low Ropes, Mountain Biking,

Volleyball, Photo Find, Skateboarding and Games Galore. The

Disco was amazing and the DJ was Jazzy P!

I have no other words to explain how great it was. By Lola

Anglesea Camp Reflections

I woke up at six o’clock in the morning feeling normal. But then realised

today I was going to Anglesea Camp!!!!! I was so mind boggled that I

rushed into my clothes and then to the door. I then realised that I didn't

have to leave for another hour. Time must have left me behind because

it felt like I was waiting for ages!!!. Then I went into the car and went to

school. I had to do a bit more waiting but then I hopped onto the bus and

left. The bus ride felt really quick. That day I did beach volleyball and

skateboarding. My cabin was so cool, I was in Addis Room 8. I didn’t

have a restless sleep. The next day I did the activities that I was getting

prepared for. The giant swing was so cool. I didn’t go to the top

because I was too scared. The disco was mind-blowing. I had the time

of my life. The next day I did the Inverlochy Challenge. It was Okay. I

was sad but happy at the same time, because I was going home. On the

bus I had a lollypop. The bus ride was so long this time. Once I got home I was so happy. I can’t wait until next year.

By Aysha

On Monday 9th September the Year 3’s left school to go to

Anglesea Recreation Camp. It tool an hour and a half to get

there, once we got there we had a safety talk with Nathan one

of the Anglesea Recreation Camp YMCA staff.

Then we got to find out who was in our cabins. Ella, Lucinda

and Olivia were in Bells Room 6. Then we went to HQ and got

our activities booklets and found our groups. The groups were

Foxes, Kangaroos, Rabbits, Koalas, Lizards and Possums.

After that the groups had lunch and then they did two

activities. Next everyone had dinner and desert. That night

we had a Movie night, plus a night walk.

The next day we got up at 7.00am and did aerobics with

Belinda. At 8.00am it was time for breakfast. For breakfast

we had cereal, juice, fruit and toast. After breakfast everyone

had an activity. Then we had morning tea which was muffins

and fruit.

Next we had an activity and lunch which was make your own

rolls which had burgers, lettuce, beetroot, tomato, cheese and

pineapple with sauce.

After that we had another activity. Next we had afternoon tea

which was cookies and fruit. After that we had another

activity, then we all had the disco and the DJ was DJ Jazzy P

(Mr Peters). Everyone danced until they dropped. The next

day we had the Inverlochy challenge which was a lot of fun.

Then we went home.

By Ella and Olivia

Places are almost full for the younger participants for the BIG Weekend…

BUT there are still plenty of places for the older age group – 14 to 18 year olds.

If you have teens in your house who could do with a break from their siblings with ASD, The BIG Weekend is for them.

Feedback from last year’s event told us that the older ones wanted to have some time and activities away from the younger ones, so this year’s program will make sure that happens. Portsea is right by the sea with outdoor and beach activities, and we have a terrific program lined up with cooking, crafts and drama as well – and participants can choose what they do (and don’t do!).

Here’s what one parent told us after last year’s BIG Weekend:

“I have not had success with having an actual discussion with my teen regarding the big weekend. She was adamant she didn't want to go but I sent her anyway and she loved it. She hasn't been forthcoming with any info and I gave up on questioning her, however when I mentioned going again this year, I was not met with resistance!! This is very positive.”

So we do understand that older teens might be a bit doubtful, and we urge you to encourage them to give it a go – it’s a chance to make

friends for life with others with a shared understanding of this unique and difficult path.

Follow this link for information and registration details.

And if you have any questions, do give us a call – 1300 308 699. We are really looking forward to the BIG Weekend!

Kind regards,

Fran Ludgate

Manager Marketing & Communication

T 03 9657 1611 | F 03 9639 4955 | E [email protected]

24 Drummond Street Carlton VIC 3053 | PO Box 374 Carlton South VIC 3053 | http://www.amaze.org.au

Bring on Term 4! Bring on the warm weather! Now is a great time to get outdoors and blow away the winter blues with our Super Spring Sports. Not only will you have a great time with your friends, our experienced coaches will help you learn

some great new skills.

Term 4 will see children experience popular Summer sports and learn some new games that will improve their hand eye co ordination and ball skills with our multisport approach. Kelly Sport programs are specifically designed for children in Prep to

Year 4.

Kelly sports is a wonderful opportunity for your child to develop key sporting skills and inspire them to give sport a go as they improve their catching, throwing, striking, running, jumping and learning to be part of a team.

You may also be lucky enough that your schools offers our specialist sport programs or our dance programs. So check out what is on offer for Term 4.

So what are you waiting for! Look out for our fliers and come out and join us.

For more information call Kelly Sports Essendon on 93842204 or email [email protected] or enrol

via: http://www.kellysports.com.au/zone/essendon

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Community Notice Board ________________________________________________________________________________________________

Tutor—Struggling at school? Want to be ahead of class? John Nguyen provides tutoring for small groups of 10 students in English and Maths. If you would like more information contact John on 0422 120 070 or take a look at the flyer on the school notice board. ___________________________________________________________________________________________

Holiday Art for Kids! - Your child can create their own masterpiece with Acrylics, 3D decals and more. When: 24th September in Melton and 1st October in Yarraville. Cost: $50.00 per child per session and we supply all art materials. Bookings: contact Gaye Boltong on 0415 469 225 or [email protected], Leianne Ivankovic on 0419 508 380 or [email protected]

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The Fairy Glow Party is on Friday 4 OCTOBER. We are now taking enrolments for Term 4 dance lessons. For first time enrolments please complete a registration form (copy on the school website under notices) and return it to Fairyland Emporium. All current students need only to re-enrol by calling the number listed below. Fairy Natalie, Fairyland Emporium, 314 Melbourne Road, Newport 3015, Telephone: (03) 9041 6969, e:[email protected] w: www.fairyland.net.au

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Looking For Volunteer Host Families World Education Program (WEP) is inviting you to experience another culture in your own home by becoming a volunteer host family to an international student arriving in January 2014. Our students from Italy, Belgium, Brazil, France, Japan, the Netherlands, Norway, Thailand, Canada and South America are looking forward to experiencing life in Australia, making new friends and becoming a member of an Australian family soon. Hosting Is Fun! Find Out more! Getting to know your student before he or she arrives brings fun and joy to everyone involved. To help you make this important decision, contact WEP today to receive a full information pack for your family. Sylvia Kelly Manager – Inbound Exchange Programs Phone: 1300 884 733 Email: [email protected] Online: http://www.wep.org.au

Rediscover the magic of building and join us for the Inside

The Brick LEGO Fan Expo at Seaworks Williamstown on the

9th and 10th of November. The Expo will be open from 9am

on Saturday and Sunday (last session at 4pm). Sessions start

every hour and once inside you can stay and play as long as

you wish.

See amazing creations by master builders including a huge

train layout, LEGO City, Star Wars, LEGO Friends and

featuring the work of Ryan McNaught (1 of only 13 LEGO

Certified Professionals in the world).

We’ll have a huge brick pile for you to play with in an

upgraded LEGO play area and lots of DUPLO for the little

fans as well.

**** Early Bird Ticket Prices – Strictly Limited Time ****

Book now and take advantage of the special Early Bird offer

(ends 30 September). Only $ 25 for a Family Block (for 2

Adult and 3 Children, normally $35). Only $ 7 for Single

ticket (normally $10). Only $ 5 Children and Concession

(normally $8). Free entry for Under 4s.

All children must be accompanied.

Book securely online now via Trybooking at

http://www.trybooking.com/61938

Dear Parents,

School holidays are fast approaching. Please remember to book your child/children into the holiday program as soon as possible as places do fill quickly.

The closest holiday program is Spotswood Primary School.

To book, please log onto oshclub.com.au and complete a holiday program enrolment.

Please also remember Term 4 is a sunsmart term. Make sure your child brings a sunsmart hat to the Before and After Care program. Oshclub does have a “not hat—no play’ policy, but does provide sunscreen. If your child is allergic to a particular type of sunscreen, please inform the coordinator at the program.

Please check the blue basket for your child’s belongings as this is filling quickly. This is situated next to the sign in/sign out table in the Gym.

Thank you

After School Care Team

School Banking Update: Redeem your tokens for a

moneybox this year!

In 2014 the School Banking program will be launching a new set of

exciting reward items for students to redeem their tokens for. Each reward item will continue to be valued at 10 tokens

(i.e. 10 deposits) and there will be two new reward items for students to choose from each term.

With exciting new reward items on offer in 2014, please be aware that the Dollarmites moneyboxes will no longer be

available next year. To avoid any child missing out on claiming their moneybox, please let your children know of this

change and encourage them to redeem their moneybox this school year.

In an effort to ensure your child doesn’t miss out, the rule of one money box per year has been removed. If your child is

trying to collect the series of Dollarmite moneyboxes, they are encouraged to do so before the end of the school year.

Please understand that they still need to redeem each moneybox for the required 10 tokens.

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Williamstown Auskick September School Holiday Program

Where: Bayside Ovals 1 & 2 Williamstown

(Bayview St, Williamstown)

When: Wednesday 2nd October 2013

Thursday 3rd October 2013

Time: 10:30am – 1.00pm

10.30am – Warm up/Drills & Skills

11.30am – Break for Drinks and Fruit Snack

11.40am – Resume Clinic for further Skills and Game

12.30pm – Clinic concludes and lunch served for the children

Cost: $75 for the 2 day Clinic or $40 for 1 day…The cost includes either a Smoothie or freshly made fruit juice (x2) of your choice made on site by the folks from Kombi Crush, the morning Fruit snack and lunch, which will be a Hot Dog (BBQ or Skinless) and a goodies bag..

Dress: Just Like an Auskick morning…..

Numbers are strictly limited, so please book as soon as you can. A minimum age of 5 years old does apply and parents or carers for the younger children are asked to stay for the duration of the Clinic.

If you’re available on either of the days and would like to assist in the canteen or on the ground please contact Tyrone Lewis on 0411 510 176. Enrolment form on the school website under General Notices.

Tyrone Lewis Williamstown Auskick Coordinator Email - [email protected] Website - http://williamstown-auskick.sportingpulse.net