May 28th, 2015 Newsletter No.16 THE NFPS NEWS DATES FOR YOUR DIARY "Like” North Fitzroy Primary School - now on Facebook May Jun Fri Fri Mon Tue Wed Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Wed Wed Fri Fri 29 OSHC accounts due 5 Student Free Day – School Closed to all students 8 Public Holiday – Queens Birthday (School Closed) 9 - 19 Life Ed 10 Division Cross Country Grades 4 - 6 15 Hoop Time – Grades 3/4 16 Grade 1 Open Session 9:15 – 10:00 16 Grade 4 Open Session 2:35 – 3:20 17 Region Cross Country 17 Grade 2 Open Session 2:30 – 3:30 18 Ensemble Concert 18 Grade 3 Open Session 9:15 – 10:00 19 Prep Open Session 9:15 – 10:00 24 Grade 5/6 Open Session 11:30 – 12:30 24 Prep Grade – Production 26 CSEF applications due (see article and separate attachment) 26 Last Day Term 2 – 2:30 pm finish NATIONAL RECONCILIATION WEEK The observance of Reconciliation Week and Sorry Day in Schools is designed to foster a higher level of awareness, knowledge and pride in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and their contributions to Australia as a whole. We seek to find meaningful ways to increase respect; reduce prejudice; and strengthen relationships between the wider Australian community and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The staff and students have been involved a variety of discussions and activities to focus the students on the importance of understanding the history of the treatment of Indigenous people throughout Australia’s history since the arrival of Europeans. As a result there are number of wonderful displays reflecting students’ thoughts on the subject. Thank you All. WALK SAFELY TO SCHOOL DAY What a fabulous effort by all those families who were able to join in Walk Safely to School Day last Friday and once again thanks to Caroline and Verity for their assistance with the promotion and organisation of stickers and fruit for participants and to Caroline and Catherine for being there to distribute them on Friday morning. Pauline McGrath ACTING PRINCIPAL Look for your next newsletter Thursday June 4th or on our website www.fitzroynthps.vic.edu.au May 28th, 2015 Newsletter No.16 NFPS ENROLMENTS FOR 2015 NOW OPEN Information for families of children beginning school in 2016 North Fitzroy Primary School invites you to enrol your child NOW and participate in the programs that we will be organising to make the introduction to school smooth and successful. Please contact the school on 9481 5860 to organise a tour this term. Prep orientation program This program introduces children and their families to the school environment. We introduce children to classroom activities, teachers and their Year 6 special friends. Families will have the opportunity to meet and gather information necessary for successful transition to school. Transition Dates and Times Wednesday November 11th, 18th, 25th and December 2nd 2015 All sessions begin at 9:15 am and conclude at 10:45am. Sessions will be in the Prep classrooms and families are invited to morning tea while the children are participating in activities. Guest Speaker: Dot Deviny, inspirational speaker on gross motor development in children and their readiness for school. Topic: Gross Motor Coordination and Readiness for School Date: November 25th Time: 9:30 am – 10:30 am Venue: North Fitzroy Primary School We look forward to meeting you at school in the future. Linda Ratcliffe – Assistant Principal- Early Years Look for your next newsletter Thursday June 4th or on our website www.fitzroynthps.vic.edu.au May 28th, 2015 Newsletter No.16 PARENTS AS SCIENTISTS CAMPS, SPORTS & EXCURSIONS FUND (CSEF) The Parents as Scientists program has started with a bang this term with some fantastic presentations to the 5/6 students from some of NFPS¹ scientific parents. The presenters are experts currently working or studying in a scientific field. Every Victorian child should have access to the world of learning opportunities that exist beyond the classroom. The Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund will ensure that no student will miss out on the opportunity to join their classmates for important, educational and fun activities. School camps provide children with inspiring experiences in the great outdoors, excursions encourage a deeper understanding of how the world works and sports teach teamwork, discipline and leadership. All are part of a healthy curriculum. CSEF will be provided by the Victorian Government to assist eligible families to cover the costs of school trips, camps and sporting activities. The topics and presenters so far this term have been: Smelly Plants- Noel Porter Audiology- Jason Ridgway Bio-medical animation- Drew Berry Human Body/Lungs- Gary Anderson Physics/Gravity- Cameron Anderson If you hold a valid means-tested concession card or are a temporary foster parent, you may be eligible for CSEF. The allowance will be paid to the school to use towards expenses relating to camps, excursions, or sporting activities for the benefit of your child. The annual CSEF amount per student will be: $125 for primary school students $225 for secondary school students. How to Apply I would like to congratulate and thank all the presenters so far this term for volunteering their time and create engaging, hands on and informative sessions for our 5/6 students. Next Tuesday 8am we have Mary Belfrage coming to talk about Medicine and Health. Contact the school office to obtain a CSEF application form or download from www.education.vic.gov.au/csef Nick Morrison-Story For more information about the CSEF visit www.education.vic.gov.au/csef SCIENCE TALENT SEARCH 2015 The Science Talent Search (STS) is an annual, science based competition open to all primary and secondary students in Victoria, Australia. The STS theme for 2015 is Science of Light. There will be a meeting on Tuesday 19th May at the start of lunchtime in Evey’s room for interested students. Closing Date You should lodge a CSEF application form at the school by 26 June 2015. PREPS – FIRE BRIGADE VISIT The local Fire Brigade were back in again today, putting on a fine show for the Preps. Please visit http://www.sciencevictoria.com.au/sts/forStudentPa rent.html for more information! The NFPS Science Team Look for your next newsletter Thursday June 4th or on our website www.fitzroynthps.vic.edu.au May 28th, 2015 Newsletter No.16 SIBLING ENROLMENTS CANTEEN NEWS Just a reminder that if you have a child due to begin school next year, you will need to come to the office to collect an enrolment form. Please do this as soon as possible so that we know who will be coming next year. You are also welcome to bring your child for a tour at any time. CANTEEN ROSTER LOST PROPERTY Last chance If either of these scooters belongs to you could you please claim them by the end of term, as this is when unclaimed items will be cleared out and will be donated. Please name your scooter (underneath is often a good spot) so we can return them to you quickly as they are difficult to store. If anyone belongs to this purse, can you please come and see Jenny at the front office: The Lost Property team June Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 1 2 3 4 5 Paula (Liam) Diana (Ben) Jodee (Nikita) Alison (Archie) STUDENT FREE DAY Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 8 9 10 11 12 QUEENS BIRTHDAY Caroline (Oliver) Cath (Goldie) Michelle (River) Lisa (Ruby) SIGNING IN PROCEDURE Many of you will have noticed that we have a new sign-in procedure at the front desk – no more books! This is now done via an iPad application and can be used for parent helpers, visitors, student late arrival and signing out students. Please make sure that you all come by the front desk to sign in / out, and follow the prompts at the front desk. YEAR 6 TO 7 TRANSITION Application forms and covering letters for students in grade 6 going to secondary school in 2015 were mailed at the end of last term. These applications are due to be returned to NFPS by MAY 22nd. If you haven’t received this package, it may be that we don’t have your correct address. Please give me a call to check the address we have on file. And PLEASE have these forms returned by the due date. Jenny Clark SCHOOL COUNCIL NEWS The following are the dates for school council meetings for the remainder of the year: June 10th August 12th September 9th October 7th November 11th December 9th NOTES FROM A.R.M – CHRIS DAICOS Notes from Chris Daicos’ presentation on ‘Building Resilience in Children and Adolescents,’ are available for collection from the front Office if you are interested. Look for your next newsletter Thursday June 4th or on our website www.fitzroynthps.vic.edu.au May 28th, 2015 NATIONALLY CONSISTENT COLLECTION OF DATA ON SCHOOL STUDENTS WITH DISABILITY ‘Collection Notice’ Newsletter No.16 THE ENTERTAINMENT BOOK FUNDRAISER North Fitzroy Primary School is pleased to be selling All schools in Australia, including Independent and Catholic schools, will participate in the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with Disability this year. The Data Collection is an annual count of the number of students with disability receiving educational adjustments to support their participation in education on the same basis as students without disability. All education agencies are now required under the Australian Education Regulation 2013 to provide information on a student’s level of education, disability and level of adjustment to the Australian Government Department of Education and Training.* Data will continue to be de-identified prior to its transfer to the Australian Government Department of Education and Training. No student’s identity will be provided to the Australian Government Department of Education and Training. The collection of this information from states and territories will inform future policy and program planning in relation to students with disability. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Pauline McGrath (Acting Principal) on (03) 9481 5860 or the Victorian Department of Education and Training Data Collection Hotline on (03) 9651 3621. For questions after 7 August 2015, please call the Australian Government Department of Education and Training on 1300 566 046. the Entertainment Books again this year to raise funds. You can now choose between the traditional Entertainment Book or you can purchase the Digital Membership which puts the value of the Entertainment Book into your iPhone or Android smartphone, all for just $65! Please show your support by visiting the link below and purchasing your membership today: www.entertainmentbook.com.au/orderbooks/1950w0 2 For any enquiries please contact: Michelle Westlake on [email protected] * For more information on Schedule 3—Amendments for the collection of data on students who are persons with a disability Australian Education Regulation 2013 see: http://www.comlaw.gov.au/Details/F2014L01723/Ht ml/Text#_Toc404934419 Look for your next newsletter Thursday June 4th or on our website www.fitzroynthps.vic.edu.au May 28th, 2015 Newsletter No.16 FNPS PARENTS ASSOCIATION NEWS For any questions about the Parents Association, or to become a member, please contact Vinu Patel (President) on 0414 789 432 or Simone Stevenson (Vice-President on 0426 257 904 or email [email protected] WALK TO SCHOOL DAY Congratulations to all those students who walked safely to school last Friday. A big thank you to our wonderful sponsors who donated some tasty mandarins: Frootz on Parade (Queens Pde, Clifton Hill) Mecca Bros Fruit & Vegetables (Queens Pde, Clifton Hill) Gangemi Fruit (Barkly Square, Brunswick) Piedimonte's Supermarket (North Fitzroy) Coles (Johnston St, Fitzroy) Thank you to all of you who helped out in the lead up to the event and on the day. Keep up the great walking! Next Meeting: Wednesday 27th May, 2015 7.30pm at The Lord Newry Hotel Other PA News: The PA will be coordinating one event each term (see below); if you would like to volunteer to help, please get in contact with us. Term 2: Walk to School Day Term 3: Holiday film day at Westgarth Cinema Term 4: Parent Social Event Look for your next newsletter Thursday June 4th or on our website www.fitzroynthps.vic.edu.au May 28th, 2015 Newsletter No.16 Prep - North Fitzroy Primary School “I Can Sing a Rainbow” Tickets Sale and DVD Information Dear Parents/Guardians, Tickets to the Prep Concert ‘I Can Sing a Rainbow’ will go on sale on MONDAY MAY 25th at 9am. The tickets are sold through Darebin Arts Centre, not the school office. Each family can purchase a maximum of four tickets per family - using the Promotional Code NFPSRAIN1 Tickets are $20 each (Transaction fees may apply) Please support all families by respecting the initial 4 tickets per family sale. Please note: Darebin Arts Centre policy states that only children under 12 months are free and MUST sit on a ticket holders lap YOU MUST BUY YOUR TICKETS FROM DAREBIN ARTS CENTRE BEFORE MONDAY JUNE 22ND OR YOU WILL NOT HAVE ANY TICKETS On Monday 22nd June all remaining and unsold tickets will be released for sale and families can purchase up to 2 extra tickets at this time- until sold out. Round 2 Promotional Code: NFPSRAIN2 TICKET SALES: ONLINE: To purchase tickets online through Darebin Arts Centre please use the following link: http://tinyurl.com/NFPS25615 IN PERSON Box Office Hours of operation are Monday to Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm. The Box Office is located within the foyer space of Darebin Arts & Entertainment Centre, Cnr of Bell St and St Georges Rd, Preston. Phone Bookings Bookings can be made over the phone on (03) 8470 8280. Credit card payment must be made at the time of booking. Transaction fees of up to $4 may apply. We accept Visa and MasterCard. Ticket Collection Tickets booked by telephone or online will be held at the box office for collection Monday - Friday 9:00am 5:00pm, or on the night of the show. Please present your credit card used for booking and/or photo ID. All families will be able to purchase 4 tickets. Purchasing extra tickets for the concert- the remaining tickets will be released on a first in, best-dressed basis, as of June 22nd. DVD ORDER FORM The Prep Concert will be professionally filmed and DVDs will be available for purchase at $25 each. Please fill in the attached order form envelope and return to class teacher or office (with cash payment) by Friday June 26th. No orders will be accepted after this date. Cash payment must be included with order. Thank you for your support, The Prep Team Look for your next newsletter Thursday June 4th or on our website www.fitzroynthps.vic.edu.au May 28th, 2015 Newsletter No.16 STUDENT FREE DAY NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENT’S EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FORM (Please note this day will only be offered if a minimum of 25 children require care) FRIDAY JUNE 5TH 2015 FOR WORKING OR STUDYING FAMILIES ONLY WHEN: FRIDAY JUNE 5TH WHERE: HALL COST: $40.00 PER CHILD TIME: TBA PLEASE INDICATE WHAT HOURS YOU REQUIRE EG: 8.30-4PM;_______________________ CHILD NAMES: _____________________________ _____________________________ PARENT NAME: _________________________ PARENT EMAIL FOR CONFIRMATION: ___________________________________________ BOOKINGS CLOSE 6PM FRIDAY MAY 29TH 2015 BOOKINGS WILL NOT BE TAKEN AFTER THIS DATE. THIS DAY WILL ONLY BE OFFERED IF A MINIMUM OF 25 CHILDREN IS ENROLLED PLEASE RETURN FORMS TO AFTERCARE OR FRONT OFFICE NOT YOUR CHILD’S CLASSROOM TEACHER THANK YOU Look for your next newsletter Thursday June 4th or on our website www.fitzroynthps.vic.edu.au May 28th, 2015 Newsletter No.16 Don’t be daft about Minecraft (from Parenting Ideas Schools website) By Jason Fox Minecraft may be the best trend to hit boy world in years. Writer Jason Fox explains the attraction and outlines the benefits for kids. If you have a young child or teenager, chances are you’ve heard about Minecraft. It’s a video game that’s kind of like digital LEGO, except that you’re in an ever-evolving world with seemingly limitless possibilities. It’s a game that inspires deep exploration, collaboration and creativity. But parents are worried. And rightfully so, to a degree. Too much of a good thing can be a bad thing. So, let’s have a look at what makes Minecraft so engaging, why blanket bans aren’t a good idea, and how to manage your child’s play. Minecraft is an infinite, non-winnable game Unlike a book, a game of chess, or a football match, a Minecraft game doesn’t end. There’s always more that can be explored, and more that can be done. The projects you undertake in Minecraft are self-initiated: no one is telling you what to do. And the process of making progress within Minecraft is completely autonomous – no one is telling you how to execute your projects and achieve your goals. It’s self-regulated learning at its finest. But being able to ‘unplug’ and manage time and energy are essential skills your child needs to learn too. So, here are three ways you can help them manage Minecraft in your house: 1. Show genuine interest (this should be your first step) If your child plays Minecraft, ask them to take you on a tour. Show an interest in their passion, and ask them questions like: what are you trying to build? What are your goals? What are the steps you need to take? What’s the coolest thing you’ve found? Set aside at least an hour for this. It’s highly likely they’d love the chance to share this with you, which will help you to open up a new level of connection with them. 2. Encourage interactivity correctly Minecraft’s multiplayer mode allows your child to play and build in the same online world as their friends. But remember: there are a lot of idiots on the internet, so do the following two things: a) Create your own server or ‘whitelist’ – it’s like having an invite-only friend list. b) Use a family-friendly server – you can Google these to find the right one to play in. 3. Don’t ban – bracket Banning something like Minecraft should be the very last resort, as it usually only serves to enhance the craving for it. Instead, make it part of their daily ‘free time’. Try not to have this at the end of the day or make it contingent on homework being completed, as this may only create angst, rushed homework and late nights. After school is best, especially if it’s bracketed by dinnertime, where all phones and computers are turned off. My true hope is that you give option #1 a very good go first. And if #1, #2, #3 don’t work, I’m hoping you’ve found them an even better game to play. Hera few resources for you: Dr Jason Fox keeps savvy people up to date with the latest in motivation design. Learn more at www.drjasonfox.com Look for your next newsletter Thursday June 4th or on our website www.fitzroynthps.vic.edu.au May 28th, 2015 Newsletter No.16 THE OSHC NEWSLETTER th May 29 2015 ([email protected]) IMPORTANT DATES: ACCOUNTS DUE TOMORROW FRIDAY MAY 29TH Friday May 29th OSHC Accounts Due Friday May 29th Last day to book your child in for care on Student free Day Friday June 5th Student free Day No School, OSHC TBA Monday June 8th Queens B’day No School NO OSHC Thank you Nicole Cooper OSHC Coordinator/First Aid Officer 9482 4273 between 8.15am -11am 2pm-4.30pm 9481 5860 between 11am – 2pm Tanya Maroun Assistant Coordinator 10.15 am-6.15 pm 9482 4273 PLEASE ENSURE TO PAY YOUR ACCOUNT BY 6PM TOMORROW TO AVOID A $20.00 LATE PAYMENT FEE BEING CHARGED TO YOUR NEXT ACCOUNT. PAYMENTS CAN BE MADE AT THE AFTERCARE OFFICE OR FRONT OFFICE AT SCHOOL. LAST CHANCE TO BOOK FOR CARE FOR STUDENT FREE DAY: Friday June 5th is a Student Free Day meaning children are not required at school. Last week we distributed via the newsletter an Expression of Interest form for those families who may need care on this day. So far we only have 6 children booked in and we require at least 25 in order for any care to be offered. Tomorrow is the last day families can return these forms otherwise we will not be offering any care. For those families who miss out on care, we will be sending out a list of aftercare staff that is available for private babysitting on this day. DON’T FORGET TO SIGN YOUR CHILD OUT IN AFTERCARE: We understand that parents are sometimes in a rush at the end of the night but it is really important that you remember to sign your child/ren out when collecting them from aftercare. Not only is this a legal requirement, it is also vital for emergency purposes. IF YOUR CHILD IS ABSENT PLEASE CALL: If your child is away sick from school, PLEASE remember to cancel their care if they are scheduled for morning or aftercare on that day. We do receive an absence report from the main office at 3.40pm daily however we would appreciate the notification prior to 2pm on the day otherwise you will be charged an additional $2.00 late cancellation fee. Thank you Look for your next newsletter Thursday June 4th or on our website www.fitzroynthps.vic.edu.au May 28th, 2015 Newsletter No.16 Week 8 Term 2 2015 member this program is flexible and can change at any time. Free choice is provided every day. MONDAY 1.6.15 Afternoon Snack 5óclock food TUESDAY 2.6.15 Sandwiches: Vegemite, Jam, Honey, Salad, Raisin Bread, Cream Cheese, Tuna, (chocolate spread & fairy bread on special days.) Lots of FRUIT. Sandwiches: Vegemite, Jam, Honey, Salad, Raisin Bread, Cream Cheese, Tuna, (chocolate spread & fairy bread on special days.) Lots of FRUIT. Sandwiches: Vegemite, Jam, Honey, Salad, Raisin Bread, Cream Cheese, Tuna, (chocolate spread & fairy bread on special days.) Lots of FRUIT. Fruit and vegetables, dips and crackers. Fruit and vegetables, dips and crackers. Fruit and vegetables, dips and crackers. Fruit and vegetables, dips and crackers. Free craft Chillout STUDENT FREE DAY Lego, mobilo, blocks, books, dress ups, pencils, textas, tape Free craft Chess Tournament w/brad DESIGN CLUB Free craft. Paper, marble run, play mats, crayons, stencils Magazines, sports equipment, board games, Gluesticks, toy cars, soft toys, chalk, colouring in sheets, Dressups, Construction GREEN TEAM FOOTY CLUB FOOTY CLUB NO SCHOOL!!! NO SCHOOL!!! NO SCHOOL!!! NO SCHOOL!!! NO SCHOOL!!! Paper Plate Fish Bowl wlena Events/Competitions Kids Clubs Outside Activities FRIDAY 5.6.15 SENIORS Say Something NICE day. w/briony Available every day THURSDAY 4.6.15 Sandwiches: Vegemite, Jam, Honey, Salad, Raisin Bread, Cream Cheese, Tuna, (chocolate spread & fairy bread on special days.) Lots of FRUIT. Library Inside Activities WEDNESDAY 3.6.15 Adventure playground Asphalt Basket Ball Courts Srapbook art Touch Rugby w/oliver Adventure playground Asphalt Basket Ball Courts Early Years Learning Framework Outcomes: 1-Children have a strong sense of identity. (Emotional, Social) 2-Children are connected with and contribute to their world. (Emotional, Social Cognitive) 3-Children have a strong sense of wellbeing. (Emotional, Social, Physical) 4-Children are confident and involved learners. (Emotional, Social, Cognitive) 5-Children are effective communicators. (Emotional, Social, Cognitive) Look for your next newsletter Thursday June 4th or on our website www.fitzroynthps.vic.edu.au Asphalt Basket Ball Courts May 28th, 2015 Newsletter No.16 Look for your next newsletter Thursday June 4th or on our website www.fitzroynthps.vic.edu.au THE NFPS ADVERTISEMENTS This section of the school newsletter does not reflect the values or ethos of NFPS. It contains paid advertising and community announcements AFTERSCHOOL ACTIVITIES Green Frogs A fun Reading Circle for kids in Prep to Grade Three The next session is Wednesday 3 June 4pm – 5pm North Fitzroy Library Contact Bridget for more info 1300 695 427 ADVERTISEMENTS CHILDCARE AVAILABLE I’m 18 years old, responsible and love looking after kids. I have my WWC and have looked after children from as little as 4 months – 10 year olds. Available for after school pick-ups and weekend work. I can give references too! I’m an ex student of Fitzroy North Primary School. Jessica Phillips 0412 678 312 I’m a second year Melbourne University student available for babysitting in the local area, experienced with children and reliable. Please contact Mollie on 0433206324. minutes on Saturday 30th May to chat about being a sibling, what they love and what frustrates them about their brother or sister. The kids will need to be naturally outgoing, chatty and be able to follow some gentle direction. Please, no shy or quiet kids. If you and your kids are interested please email me for more information: [email protected]. Many thanks, Nadia Hume TAKE HOME A BIG BROTHER OR BIG SISTER Give your children the wonderful opportunity to have an international big brother or big sister by hosting one of our exceptional international students arriving in Australia in July 2015 for their 3, 5 or 10 month programs. Our international students from France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Finland will live as a local, attend a local secondary school, arrive with their own spending money and comprehensive insurance cover – all arranged by Southern Cross Cultural Exchange. Visit us at www.scce.com.au, email [email protected] or call us toll free on 1800 500 501, request our international student profiles, and capture the spirit of family and friendship! AFTERCARE 2015 BABYSITTING LIST NAME CONTACT DETAILS SARAH R [email protected] 0410 420 587 JESSI 0437 475 118 BRIONY 0414 187 516 STEVEN 0422 205 767 OLIVER 0430 450 229 ANNABEL 0433 236 215 [email protected] JACK HANNAH 0430 106 133 0400 138 897 0411 452 080 [email protected] SOPHIE BRAD 0432 688 332 0424 661 050 [email protected] KAHLI LIAM YANN SARAH C 0423 307 809 0437 352 606 0449 856 531 0409 795 767 BOOK CLUB Interested in joining a book club? Please contact Nisha Feik on 0429 419 924. Next meeting in North Fitzroy on the evening of Tuesday 9th June. VIDEO PRODUCTION Hi, I'm a Mum with kids at NFPS and I'm also a video producer. I'm making a short video-for-web about sibling rivalry and am looking for siblings aged between 6 and 9 years old. The siblings will be needed for about 30-45 Look for your next newsletter Thursday June 4th or on our website www.fitzroynthps.vic.edu.au THE NFPS ADVERTISEMENTS This section of the school newsletter does not reflect the values or ethos of NFPS. It contains paid advertising and community announcements
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