For the Diary - Longford Primary School

1st September 206
For the Diary !!
6th September
Parents and Friends’ meeting
9th September
Wellington Division Athletics
15th September
Parents and Friends Pie Lunch
16th September
Last Day of Term. 2.30pm finish
3rd October
First Day of Term 4.
3rd October
Parents and Friends Bingo Night
9th October
LONGFORD COUNRTY FAIR & AUCTION
Notes sent home this week.
Principal’s Report
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2017 Prep Enrolments
If you know of families that are intending to enrol at Longford Primary School for 2017, please encourage them to drop in,
collect an enrolment package and become a member of the Longford School community. If your child will not be attending
our school next year, could you please notify the office as soon as possible to assist us in planning for 2017.
Twilight Soccer in Term 4
Included in today’s Gas is information on Twilight Soccer run every Monday evening in Term 4 at the Sale Soccer
Grounds. Longford are interested in fielding teams for this event in recognition of the high level of interest
in soccer from our students. Please return the expression of interest slip to the office as soon as possible.
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Principal’s Report con...
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Cyber Safety
Lately I have been asked the question, “How can I support my child to be safe using the Internet?” by
a number of parents. Although this has been a concern of parents with children in the senior years, it
is never to early to open the conversation about cyber safety. I have collated some parent tips from
Childnet for your reference.
The internet is always changing, and being able to keep up to date with your children's use of technology can be a
challenge, especially if you feel that your children may have better technical skills than you do! However,
children and young people still need support and guidance when it comes to managing their lives online
and using the internet positively and safely.
A simple and effective way to get involved with your children and their lives online is through discussion.
‘Conversation starters for parents and carers’
1. Ask your children to tell you about the sites they like to visit and what they enjoy doing online.
2. Ask them about how they stay safe online. What tips do they have for you, and where did they learn
them? What is OK and not OK to share?
3. Ask them if they know where to go for help, where to find the safety advice and
privacy settings.
4. Encourage them to help. Perhaps they can show you how to do something better online or they might have a friend who would benefit from their help and
support.
5. Think about how you use the internet as a family. What could you do to get more
out of the internet together and further enjoy your lives online?
Source - http://www.childnet.com/parents-and-carers/what-do-i-need-to-know
Thank you
A BIG thank you to Rob Mielke for all the work he has done around the school this
week. From clearing away the debris behind the shed, to other jobs around the school, your work is much appreciated.
Footy/Sport Dress Up Day
To help celebrate the up coming finals session, we will be having a footy/sport
dress up day on Thursday 15th September. Students are invited to come to
school dressed in their favourite team colours and join in the fun events that
will be run on the day. Parents and Friends will be hosting a party pie and sausage lunch order day to coincide with our dress up day. Stay tunned for more
details next week.
End of Term 3 / Start of Term 4
Parents and students are reminded that Term 3 ends on Friday 16th of September at 2:30 pm and that Term 4 will
commence on Monday 3rd of October at 8.50am for assembly.
Kiley Cunningham—Principal
Invitation to Parents and Friends
You and your friends are warmly invited to a Parents and Friends Bingo night at
the Sale Greyhounds, Sale Maffra Road on Monday 3rd of October (the first day
of Term 4). A raffle will be held on the night with all proceeds going to Longford
Primary School. Any donations of raffle prizes such as chocolate, wine, pamper
packs, etc would be much appreciated. Donations can be dropped off to Kiley at
the school before the end of the term. Eyes down at 7.30pm sharp.
It is always a fun night and we hope to see you there,
Sharon Duncan (Parents and Friend President.)
Please note that this is an over 18 years of age event and children are not permitted to play.
Prep/Grade One Swimming Update
This week at swimming all children participated in safety
drills. Children wore their pyjamas in the water and swam
with life jackets on. Some of the things they learnt were
to raise their fist if they are in trouble, how to catch a
floatation device and hold on to it whilst being pulled to
the edge of the pool, and that three whistles means to
get out of the water.
SALE UNITED F.C
TWILIGHT SOCCER 2016
Term 4
Are you interested in playing twilight soccer in term 4?
It is run on Monday evenings at the soccer grounds on Raglan St, Sale and caters for all ages
and all abilities.
For more information please call Michelle Thompson on 0418 667 626
If you are interested in playing please return the slip below to the office A.S.A.P
————————————————————————————————————My child is interested in playing twilight soccer:
Name of Child ……………………………….. ……………… Age……………………………
Parent Name………………………………………Contact number……………………………
Signature…………………………………………………………………………..
Celebrating Student Writing
Yay I stayed at home and
I slept outside. I went to
the park at lunch time.
Chevy (Prep)
Eating pancakes at Milly’s House
Written by Izzy (Grade One)
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Kids’ corner
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THIS WEEKS BIRTHDAYS
2nd September - Riley Trotter turns 7 4th September - Zach Smit turns 8
6th September - Tash Niegut turns 11
Have a fabulous day.
LONGFORD ACHIEVERS
PREP/ONE M
PREP/ONE D
TWO/THREE
THREE/FOUR
Chaise Thain - For improving his concentration in class
Bronwyn Van Zelst - For encouraging other class members to use a positive mindset
Taylah Davis - For fantastic improvement in her handwriting
Heath Green - For his wonderful improvement in his reading
Darcy Van der Voort - For his participation during class discussions
Sophia Austin-Bainbridge - For excellence in on-task team work when researching
Milla Bleakley - For excellence in on-task team work when researching
FIVE
Kyal Beddows - For a convincing and entertaining application letter for the position of Grade 5
teacher in Kidsville
SIX
Shelby Dingwall - For being a supportive buddy at the Kinder visit.
Weekly Focuses
Soundwaves ‘Sound of the Week’ - ‘oo’ for book
Learning skill of the week - fairness
Name: Jack Wynd
Grade: 4
Favourite Subject: Art
Footy Team: Essendon
What is your learning goal at the moment: Neater writing
Favourite home cooked meal: Lasagne
Favourite song: Sitting on Top of the World by Delta Goodrem
On the weekend I like to go swimming
Junior School Council Disco
The disco was a success.
We did class dances, we also got lollies from the teachers if we impressed them. It was so fun
everyone enjoyed it.
VERY BIG THANKYOU to the Parents Club for supplying drinks.
It was VERY entertaining watching Mr Godel’s horrible dancing.
We would like to thank Jo & Heather for staying & helping for the whole night.
By Kate & Jack
Fathers Day Family Fun Night 5pm - 8pm
Free night of fun for everyone...kids can make a
gift for fathers day...Free B.B.Q and refreshments
Book at
https://www.bunnings.com.au/stores/vic/sale/
fathers-day-family-fun-night_sa1245880 or call Sale
Bunnings store on (03) 5143 6200
Thank you to our Sponsors
CARPENTRY
Decking, Verandahs, Pergolas,
Carports, Built-in wardrobes
No job too big or small
Customising your home to the Highest
specifications
McADAM CARPENTRY Ben McAdam 0432 671 229
mcadamcarpentry@ymail.com
The LIONS CLUB of
LONGFORD
Meet: 2nd & 4th Friday of every month
Place: The Longford Community Centre
ALL WELCOME
For further information please contact:
President : Laurel Austin - 0477 312 621
Secretary - Carol Hug - 0408 796 628
BRETT PLAYDON
Electrical Division
AMEC Industries P/L
Mechanical Electrical Civil Services
0438 095 536
pes07@bigpond.com
107 Cunninghame Street,
Sale, Victoria 3850
Ph: 03 5144 5422