FLAT CHAT - Winters Flat Primary School

WINTERS FLAT PRIMARY SCHOOL – CASTLEMAINE
FLAT CHAT
Telephone No. 5472 1522 - Fax No. 5472 3744
WFPS Website - http://www.winters-flat-ps.vic.edu.au/ - E-mail – winters.flat.ps@edumail.vic.gov.au
Tuesday 24th March, 2015
No. 08
Dear Parents,
As Term 1 draws to a close it is time to reflect on
a very busy and successful start to 2015. At
assembly this week I congratulated the students on
their great start to the year. It was a very colourful
audience and lovely to see so many children
celebrating their heritage and wearing their
costumes so proudly. Special congratulations to our
student Leadership Team who have so capably
managed many events this term.
HEADLICE
Just a reminder to all parents that children do not
need to take a whole day off school when being
treated for headlice. As soon as they have been
treated they are able to return to school.
Remember “Every Day Counts” and every day away from school
interrupts a child’s learning.
SCHOOL REVIEW
Jan White, our School Reviewer will be holding some
focus groups with students this week. These
students will be randomly selected from all age
groups. Their feedback will be fed into our review.
ATTENDANCE
COMING EVENTS
MARCH
TUESDAYS – SCHOOL BANKING
Wed. 25th
Thurs. 26th
Thurs. 26th
Fri. 27th
Sat. 28th
Parent/Teacher Interviews – 3/4B, 4/5A,
5/6H and 5/6O.
School Holiday Adventure Packs Raffle
drawn.
Special Assembly 10:30am.
Final Day Term 1 – Dismissal – 2.30pm.
Earth Hour.
APRIL
Sun. 5th
Mon. 13th
Mon. 13th
Wed. 15th
Wed. 15th
Thurs. 16th
Fri. 17th
Mon. 20th
Mon. 20th
Wed. 22nd
Fri. 24th
Daylight Saving ends.
First day Term 2.
School Assembly – Principal/School
Leadership Team.
Footsteps Program – all students.
Parent Focus Group Review – 2:15pm.
Parent Focus Group review – 9:00am.
Student Learning Sub-Committee Meeting
- 3:15pm – Room 4.
School Assembly – 2F.
School Council Meeting – 7:30pm.
Footsteps Program – all students.
School ANZAC Service at 12:45pm
- Oakview.
School Assembly – 1/2M.
Mon. 27th
“Every Day Counts”. We often check the number of
days that students have been away, and teachers
NOTICE
– Tues.
2nd June
Photographs.
have all received a report for the attendance of their classPRIOR
this term.
If your
child
hasSchool
been away
for more
than 3 days, without an approved excuse (e.g. illness) then it may be time for concern. It is important that
children are at school, on time every day.
NO SMOKING OUTSIDE SCHOOLS
Legislation has been passed that now makes it illegal for anyone to smoke within 4 metres of school
entrances. Signs have been ordered to be placed at our school entrances.
TRAFFIC ISSUES IN ROBERTS AVE
Thank you to those parents who are helping reduce the traffic congestion by parking away from the
school, or encouraging their children to ride bikes or walk to school. We still have some incidences of
parents parking in the bus zone and have had both police and local traffic inspectors patrolling the area to
remind people of the rules. We have also contacted the Shire to see if there is any chance of any works to
reduce the congestion issues. Safety of our students is a top priority and we appreciate everyone’s efforts
to help us with this
SAUSAGE SIZZLE AT THE FESTIVAL
A huge thank you to those parents (and Karen M) who worked hard to ensure the success of our
fundraising sausage sizzle which was held in Victory Park last Saturday. Thank you to those who donated
home-made sauce, and to those workers who came along and helped out. The $680.00 raised will go
towards our fundraising priorities of supporting the Building Upgrade and the Stephanie Alexander
Kitchen Garden Program.
SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
Hoping everyone has a restful and safe holiday. School commences on Monday April 13th
PUPIL FREE DAYS – 2015
 Wednesday 17th June
 Wednesday September 9th
 Wednesday November 18th
Have a great week,
Mary-anne Rooney,
Principal.
STUDENTS OF THE WEEK
R02 (4/5H)
R5A (5/6O)
R13 (3/4B)
R14 (2F)
R15 (P/1J)
R17 (3/4W)
R18 (1/2M)
Week Ending – 20/03/2015
Aleara T – caring for others by consistently getting in and helping out her fellow
classmates without being asked. Thank you!
Fionn K – caring for others by readily assisting others with their work or with
problems. Well done!
Caitlin S – caring for self by not giving up on the “tough stuff”. Well done Caitlin for
keeping your mind open and positive and working hard to improve your
understanding in Maths. Congratulations!
Liam S – caring for the environment by helping out with the chooks at lunchtime.
Emerald Bunny H – caring for self by whizzing through her maths work like a
rocket. Super effort Emerald!
Jaiden W – caring for self by showing good organisational skills and taking his
learning seriously. Great work Jaiden. Keep it up!
ChiChi N – caring for others by always being a wonderful and caring friend who
enjoys having fun and laughing with her friends.
CHEF OF THE WEEK:
Grade 2F - Olivia H & Stephanie H.
Grade 3/4W - Whole class.
Grade 3/4B - Blossom S D’O & Jannali J.
GARDENER OF THE WEEK:
Grade 2 F - William H.
Grade 3/4W - Jacob F.
Grade 4/5B - Kowen W-L & Aramis R.
POSITIVE BEHAVIOUR FOCUS:
This Week’s Positive Behaviour Focus is:
The winners are:
Showing care for self and others by being kind and including
others.
Zeon K, Bella T and Tara C.
What’s cooking this week in the kitchen?
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Freekeh Salad
Zucchini Agro Dolce
Pumpkin Pizza with Olives and Bocconcini
Pesto
Rhubarb & Quince Crumble.
S.A.K.G. CHICKEN COOP RENOVATIONS
We desperately need someone to put a roof on our chicken coop.
If anyone is able to assist, please contact the school.
LOST PROPERTY
Don’t forget to check the lost property area before the end of term, as any items without names will be
donated to a local charity. Also the office has personal items that have been handed in throughout the
term. These may be claimed upon identification.
There is a pair of sunglasses from Kosmac and Clemens among the items at the office.
LODDON MALLEE REGIONAL SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPS
Congratulations to Tjalurri R on reaching the State finals of the Swimming Championships, by winning
the 11 Year Old Boys 50m Breaststroke Final in Swan Hill on Wednesday 18 th March.
PERMISSION NOTES
During this term we have sent home a number of permission notes for various excursions and
activities. We are finding that we are chasing up notes that have not been returned to school in a timely
manner. This causes stress to the child that they may not be able to go on an excursion and causes a lot
of extra work for office staff. We kindly ask that when you receive notes from the school that they be
returned as soon as practicable to prevent any extra angst to anyone. Next term there will be permission
forms sent home for:
 Leadership excursion (selected students) - May 1st
 Mt Alexander Chess Challenge (selected students) May 20th
 Grade 2 Camp – May 21st – 22nd
 Grade 3/4 Camp – May 27th – 29th
If your child will be involved in any of these activities can you please be on the lookout for these forms.
Thank you.
PRIOR NOTIFICATION
Grade 3 /4 Camp
Grade 2 Camp
Grade 5/6
Grade 3 and 4 students will be attending Camp Curumbene (near Corop) from
Wednesday 27th May to Friday 29th May, 2015. The cost will be approximately
$220.00.
Grade 2 students will be attending Boomerang Ranch from Thursday 21st to Friday
22nd May, 2015. The cost will be approximately $130.00.
SOMERS CAMP – 11/8/2015 to 19/8/2015 - $250.00 – First in with $50 deposit.
More details will follow when available.
FOOTSTEPS DANCE ACTIVITIES – Term 2
During term 2 Footsteps Dance Company will commence their dance sessions. There will be 5 sessions at
a cost of $15 per student, for the term. This amount will be charged to parents’ accounts.
The following are the days that they will have their sessions:
Wednesday 15/04/2015
Wednesday 22/04/2015
Wednesday 29/04/2015
Wednesday 06/05/2015
Wednesday 13/05/2015
Sessions will begin at 12.05 pm and conclude at 2.55 pm. All classes and all students will be involved for
various times during this period.
CHILDREN’S SUNGLASSES
The school has UV Cancer Council approved children’s sunglasses for sale at the office. These were
originally $10.00 pair – now reduced to $5.00 pair.
Volunteers Needed to Water Garden and Feed Chooks Over Holidays
Hi Everyone,
I need help watering and feeding the chooks over the break. There will be lots of
free fresh eggs up for grabs!! Even if you can only do it once, it would still be a
great help. Please leave your name and contact number at the office if you are interested.
Cheers Terry.
WANTED WANTED WANTED
Small jars for the SAKG Program. Also any black planting tubes suitable for cuttings etc.
Please leave at the office. Thank you.
Terry Willis.
EASTER “HOLIDAY FUN ACTIVITIES” RAFFLE
Please ensure that all books and money are returned to school no later than Wednesday 25 th March, as
the raffle will be drawn at our Special Assembly on Thursday morning at 10.30am.
Thank you to all the families who have supported the raffle by either donating items or selling tickets.
Donna and Kirsten.
BIKES FOR SALE
We still have a number of mountain bikes for sale, they are senior student sized - $50 each.
No warranty offered. Please see the office if interested.
CALLING ALL MUSICIANS
I’m on the hunt for a few people to help out with our ANZAC Day Ceremony to be held at school on Friday
the 24th of April. We are planning to perform two songs:
 Flame Trees- Sarah Blasko version
 Whenever it Snows- Tex, Don and Charlie
It would be great if we could get a cellist who can improvise for these songs. A group of students and staff
will sing, provide ukulele and guitar.
We are also after someone to play bugle or trumpet for the Last Post.
If you have any other ideas, or instruments that you think would work on these songs, I would love to hear
from you.
Jackie Haines.
WFPS CROSS COUNTRY
Congratulations to all students who participated in the Winters Flat Primary School Cross Country on
Friday 6th March, 2015.
TOTAL
Alexander
480
McKenzie
453
Franklin
455
Tarrengower 263
Thank you to all the parents/carers who were able to come along on the day to support their child/ren.
YEAR
LEVELS
6 Year Girls
7 Year Girls
8 Year Girls
9 Year Girls
10 Year Girls
11 Year Girls
12 Year Girls
5 Year Boys
6 Year Boys
7 Year Boys
8 Year Boys
9 Year Boys
10 Year Boys
11 Year Boys
12 Year Boys
1st
Tully
Chi Chi
Maeve S
Sarah
Sunday
Imogen
Elwyn
Jaiden
Iestyn
Noah
Fergus
Louis McR
Gus
Charlie H
Jammi
2nd
3rd
4th
Kirah-Jayne
Olivia
Anthea
Chloe B
Alkira
Shae
Maisie M C
Eliza
Meg
Lulu
Lucie P
Pippi
Tara
Molly
Salina
Blossom
Aleara
Rita
Joy
Arkie
Nate
Zander
Tom B
Riley
Asher
Darcy
Bailey/Jacob
Caleb
William
Taima
Cash/Liam
Miro
Jamie
Monty
Louis
Raven
Elliot
Oscar/Remy
Frey
Koby
BULB DRIVE – Last chance
If you have forgotten to hand your order in, we will still be accepting orders up until this Thursday
morning, 26th March, 2015.
NOKIA PHONE CHARGER
Does anyone have an old Nokia phone charger like the one pictured opposite.
If so, the school would appreciate the donation of it to use on our school mobile
phones.
AMBULANCE COVER
A note was sent home recently with students regarding Ambulance Cover. To date we have only received a
handful back. Please ensure that you fill in the form and return it to the office as soon as possible so that
we can update our records, in case of an emergency.
WHAT’S ON IN THE HOLIDAYS AT CASTLEMAINE LIBRARY
Journals & Diaries
Create a unique journal or diary that represents you to record memories of your good old days! 8-12 yrs
 Bookings required
Wed 1 Apr, 11am-12pm - Castlemaine
My Life as an Alphabet, a Wimpy Kid, and Others!
Join the fabulous Narelle Stone of Quirky Tales as she becomes the characters from some fantastic kid’s diary fiction 8 - 12yrs.
 Bookings required.
Tue 31 Mar, 11am-12pm - Castlemaine
Punch and Judy Puppet Show. Master puppeteer Ken Harper presents a captivating performance of the time-honoured comedy
duo, Punch and Judy. 5-12 yrs.
 Bookings Required
Fri 10 Apr, 11am-12pm - Castlemaine Library
Board Game Bonanza. Drop in and enjoy some great retro board games with friends old and new! 5-12 yrs
Mon 30 Mar - Fri 10 April - available during opening hours
Easter Egg Colouring and Guess the Number of Easter Eggs Competitions
Drop into the Castlemaine Library and have a guess at how many eggs are in the jar, then colour in an Easter Egg to add to our
display! Prizes announced at the end of the holidays.
Enquiries and bookings phone: (03) 5472 1458.
IRON BARK RIDING CENTRE
School Holiday Program
189 WATSON ST,
BENDIGO 3550
PH: 54361565
0427084437
Bookings Essential
$55 FOR THE
ENTIRE DAY!!!
For ages 5 years and
older.
Price includes; riding
lessons, trail rides,
We also offer:
BBQ lunch and much
Trail Rides
more...
Pony Rides
Qualified male and
Pony Party
female staff.
Private Lessons SCHOOL
HOLIDAY
ROGRAM
Working
with children
Saddle Club
checks.
Fully insured and all
safety gear provided.
WE SPECIALISE
IN ALL RIDING
LEVELS
BENDIGO CITY FOOTBALL
CLUB – SOCCER
School Holiday Program
When: Wednesday 1st April –
8:30am to 5:30pm.
Where: Epsom Huntly Recreation
Reserve.
Cost:
$70 – includes lunch,
snacks, fun filled day of
football.
Who:
Prep age and up.
Enquiries –
admin@bendigocityfc.com.au or
0427 669
147
IRONBARK
RIDING CENTRE
Register now (Half Day option
available $40).
At Assembly we celebrated Harmony
Day. Everyone belongs means to me that
everyone shares the Earth, not fighting
over the Earth.
Paige – 1/2M.
At Assembly we celebrated Harmony
Day. Everyone belonging means to me
that everyone cares.
Eliza – 1/2M.
At Assembly we celebrated Harmony
Day. Everyone belongs means to me that
everyone has a place in the world.
Nate – 1/2M.
At Assembly be celebrated Harmony
Day. Everyone belongs means to me that
every person has somewhere to live and
it was fun.
ChiChi – 1/2M.
At Assembly we celebrated Harmony
Day. Everyone belongs means to me to
be kind and friendly.
Louis – 1/2M.
At Assembly we celebrated Harmony
Day. Everyone belongs means to me that
everyone is welcomed in this world.
Dominic – 1/2M.
At Assembly we celebrated Harmony
Day. Everyone belongs means to me we
get to learn different things.
Salina – 1/2M.
At Assembly we celebrated Harmony
Day. Everyone belongs means to me that
everyone can live on Earth.
Ksenya – 1/2M.
At Assembly we celebrated Harmony
Day. Everyone belongs means to me that
it makes me happy.
Indigo – 1/2M.
At Assembly we celebrated Harmony
Day. Everyone belongs means to me
being kind.
Iestyn – 1/2M.
On Monday at Assembly the whole school
sang “I Am the Earth”. Harmony Day is
a day when everyone belongs means to
me that everything belongs.
Lilli – 1/2M.