25th June 2015 - Chelsea Primary School Blog

Chelsea Primary School
25th June, 2015
Dates to Remember:
June
26th
Assembly 2pm
End of term 2.30pm
dismissal
July
13th
First day of Term 3
20th—31st
Foundation and Birralee
Swimming program
22nd
Pupil free day
Principal: Michelle Liddle
Assistant Principal: Jan
Smith
Enquiries:
School Office 9773 2055
Argyle Ave Chelsea 3196
Web:
www.chelseaps.vic.edu.au
Melways Reference
97 C2
Chelsea Primary School Newsletter
Issue: 2015-18
News from the Principal
Patterson River Secondary College Year 9 Band visits Chelsea PS
Yesterday, our students had a fantastic time listening and clapping along to the
Patterson River Secondary College Year 9 Band.
The performance began with the ensemble captain introducing her instrument, the
clarinet. The first song played was called Strike force and it is popular with the band
because it has a strong drum beat. Next the band played Do-Re-Me from The Sound
of Music. This was very popular as some of our students have been learning this song
with Mr. Hewet in music. Keeping with the movie theme next song was
Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious from Mary Poppins. The next instrument introduced
was the flute. The band then played an Israeli folk song called Spinning Game. One of
the favourite instruments of the prep boys sitting near me was the trombone. They
really enjoyed imitating how the instrument was played. Blues music was the next
genre of the band and they played Bunyip blues and Wombat shuffle. This is a tricky
song for the band but their band mascot Wally the Wombat helps them. He was
hidden in the MPR but our students quickly found him, Ben the drummer introduced
the crowd participation part of the show with songs from Queen. There was lots of
clapping and foot stamping in time to We Will Rock You followed by Another One Bites
the Dust. Angela introduced her instrument, the glockenspiel and the band played
Surfing USA. Seth the trumpet player introduced the last song the band has
nicknamed Burrito. Everyone called out “burrito” and raised their hands. At the end
of the show our school captains Nicole and Liam thanked the band. We gave PRSC a
score of 10/10.
Soccer and Footy at lunchtime
This week I have really enjoyed being out in the playground at lunchtime watching the many different footy and
soccer games being played on the turf. It never ceases to amaze me how well our students share the space and
know who is playing which game as they often intermingle. My particular focus has been the Year 3/4 game (with a
few students from the younger grades joining in). With the help of a couple of students, I have been looking for
examples of fair play, and my helpers have been handing out Best and Fairest certificates each day. What has struck
me most about the way our students interact is the care they show each other. In amongst the obvious “dives”
were some more serious falls and on every occasion, the student who was injured was kindly supported by mates.
Farewell
The end of term is often a time when we say goodbye to members of our
school community. Today we farewelled Gloria Peters who has worked as
an Integration Aide at Chelsea PS for the past 20 years. Gloria has
supported too many students to count in this time and I know many of
you have expressed your heartfelt thanks for her honest and dedicated
approach. Gloria’s sons and a number of colleagues from other work
places joined her today to bid her farewell. The staff put on an amazing
high tea, good enough to rival the Masterchef contestants!
We also say goodbye to Mrs Rachel Lawson who has been teaching in the
prep area for the first half of this year. Fortunately, Rachel will still be an
active member of the school community, both as a parent and a Casual
Relief Teacher. Thanks Rachel, you have been a wonderful team member.
Sadly, we say goodbye to two families. Molly and Harry Humphrey are
moving to a new school, and Vanamo and Aukust Makela are returning to
Finland.
Enjoy a safe and happy holiday. School resumes Monday 13th July.
The Skoolbag App is helpful to our school community to notify upcoming events, newsletter,
information from the teachers, change of your address and phone numbers, student absence notes and
school payment link to Qkr for excursions, camp and others.
If you have any enquiries, please do not hesitate to contact the office.
PREMIER’S READING CHALLENGE
Keep reading over the holidays. We would love to see even more students completing the
challenge! Ideas to enjoy books during the holidays…..visit the fabulous Chelsea Library,
swap a book with a friend, visit the Op shop for great titles at super prices or have a look
on the PRC site for recommended titles.
HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES
Below is a link to a range of activities you might enjoy over the school holidays.
http://www.vic.gov.au/about-victoria-tourism/holidays-daylight-saving/school-holidays/school-holidayactivities.html
HAPPY HOLIDAYS
Next term many of our classes will be exploring the exciting world of poetry as a writing focus. Students love
writing acrostic poems …….so here’s Mrs Smith’s acrostic reflection of TERM TWO.
The CAFÉ reading program continues to inspire reading
Everyone explores Sustainability
Respect, Resilience, Relationships and Responsibility are our new values
Mrs Braysmith returns
The Chelsea Charms aerobic team impresses everyone at the Geelong competition
We farewell Gloria after supporting our students for 20 years
Our renovation plans are passed!
……..What exciting things will Term three hold for us?
Have a wonderful break!
Jan Smith
Assistant Principal
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MEDIA LEADERS
In the Hot Seat with G L O R I A
We are Robbie and Daisy and we are the school media leaders. This week we have the pleasure of interviewing Gloria. Tomorrow will be Gloria’s last day at Chelsea Primary School.
1. If you weren’t an aide at Chelsea Primary what would you be?
A receptionist
2. How many years have you worked at Chelsea Primary School?
I have worked at Chelsea Primary for 20 wonderful years.
3. What is the one thing you are most looking forward to in retirement?
Having fun with my friend Helen.
4. Do you have any children? What are their names and ages?
Yes, I have two boys, Jayson who is 43 and Cameron who is 39.
5. What is your favourite memory from Chelsea Primary?
Working with the children and the staff and going on camp.
6. Do you have any hobbies?
I love seeing my horse and playing with him.
7. What is your favourite colour?
Pale Blue
8. What is your favourite book?
The Bay
9. What is your favourite movie?
Medicine Man
Good Bye Gloria – We will miss you.
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