TERM 2– Week 4
May 7th 2015
What’s Coming Up?
From the Principal’s Desk
Dear Parents, Students and Friends
2015
May
Mon 11 Book Fair 3:30 – 4:30
Tues 12
Yr 3 & Yr 5 NAPLAN
commences
Book Fair 3:30 – 4:30
Wed 13
Book Fair 3:30 – 4:30
Wed 20
Parents and Friends
Meeting
Thurs 21 Alice In Wonderland OperaArts Centre-Advanced Choir
Fri 22
Walk to School Day
Sat 23
School Working Bee
Liam Hall News
Seems Liam goes from strength to strength. His mates still visit him each week
at RCH which he absolutely loves and this week he had a visit from Tom Davis
and Jenny Hutchinson. He managed to fit them into his busy schedule
between therapy, talking with the nurses and playing handball with the other
patients.
We have been liaising with the RCH therapists and school and we are hoping
to skype Liam into Tom’s class in the near future. Below I have included some
terrific shots of our smiling Liam.
Thurs 28 District Cross Country
Fri 29
Jun
Tues 9
Culture and Country Day
Curriculum Day
No Students
First Aid and Anaphylaxis
Update
Wed 24
Our Place in the World Expo
Fri 26
Term 2 finishes 2.30pm
Jul
Mon 13 Term 3 commences 9.00am
Wed 29 Parent-Student Reporting
conferences
Aug
Sun 30 School Working Bee
Sep
Fri 18
Term 3 finishes
Oct
Mon 5
Term 4 commences 9.00am
Nov
Mon 2
Report Writing Day
Dec
Thur 17 Last day of school year for
students
Car Parking
After speaking of Liam, I guess it is a timely reminder to discuss cars and children
and the issues that seem to be surrounding our school.
I was disappointed to receive a letter from a local resident who told me of their
experiences with some of our families. This resident has lived in the area for 30
years and as such has seen some appalling driving and parking around the school
zone at drop off and pick up time. They have seen students nearly run over and
knocked off bikes and unfortunately watched parents having a total disregard for
other students, siblings and parents when they are dropping off and collecting
their children.
But it was a recent event that sparked their outrage. Last Friday, the resident
witnessed what they described as truly dangerous and selfish behaviour from
parents. There were cars parked along the boundary fence line. These cars were
all parked in a NO STANDING ZONE! The cars were parked all the way up to the
entrance of the school around 3.15pm. This is of course, the same time that
kinder finishes. The resident watched as Mums, Dads, siblings, prams & dogs
were all FORCED to walk on the road due to their being no other place for them to
Birthdays
May 8 - 14
8
9
Pip Hanson
Charlotte
Forrestal
Jasper Sibbing
Oliver PlunkettZbaracki
Dylan Mackay
10
Keeley Smith
11
Tom Faulks
Leo D’Angelo
12
Jessica Nicholls
Zane Larsen
Will Hammond
13
Tommy Barker
14
Rainer Dique
Zac Zaga
Frank Sparks
go. Inevitably there are so many near misses that it is only a matter of time
before there is a serious injury or fatality on this road.
The resident contacted the Council and as a result a number of cars were issued
with infringement notices during the week. After this occurred, cars parked
further down Buena Vista Drive and there was no access problems for parents or
students at all. It was a simple fix and it is puzzling that it does not happen more
often. We are all time poor but the benefits of parking a bit further down the
street and walking to pick up your child are immeasurable. It may save a life.
Learning Intentions
Parents walking around our school or helping in classrooms will have noticed that
in every class they will see the lesson ‘Learning Intention’ for each session. We
believe that when the learning intention is articulated and written for each
session, the students are more engaged and feel more secure in their learning.
Great teaching links a lesson’s learning intention with the learning outcome (and
sometimes the success criteria). A learning intention for a lesson (or series of
lessons) clearly states what we intend our students to know, understand and be
able to do as a direct result of a learning and teaching activity.
Professor John Hattie, in his research on what makes a significant effect on
learning in the classroom; found that direct instruction (of which a learning
intention is part of) is a major factor in children making progress.
Mothers’ Day Stall
I want to express my sincere thanks to Jo Scott for her outstanding organisation of
the Mothers’ Day Stall. No doubt mums you will all reap the rewards of receiving
some lovely gifts on Sunday morning, carefully selected just for you. I would also
like to thank the rest of the Parents and Friends volunteers for their assistance in
setting up the stall and guiding the many excited gift buyers. I wish all mums a
fabulous day on Sunday and hope you are all very spoilt.
Line Marking
When you are next in the school, you will notice that all the line marking has been
completed thanks to Brighter Lines in Ballarat. The mud on the asphalt was
cleared off by Steve, our cleaner and as a result the lines could be done without
the paint lifting off. It has noticeably brightened up the yard.
MANY HAPPY
RETURNS
Best Birthday Wishes
to all of the above
students
Walk Safely To School Day and
Walking Bus.
Walk Safely to School Day (WSTSD) is an annual, national event when all Primary
School children are encouraged to walk and commute safely to school. It is a
Community Event seeking to promote Road Safety, Health, Public Transport and
the Environment.
Walk Safely to School Day asks that we all consider our transport habits and try to incorporate more walking as part of a
healthy, active way to get around. And although walking all the way to school isn’t realistic for many of us, it’s quite easy to
figure out how you can build a walk into your family’s daily routine.
You can teach your child the healthy habit of walking more by:
- Walking with them the whole way to school
- If they get the bus or train, walk past your usual stop and get on at the next stop
- If you have to drive, park the car a few blocks away from the school and walk the rest of the way.
Regular exercise like walking with your child not only helps them (and you!) beat chronic problems like obesity, heart disease,
behavioural and mental health issues and diabetes. It also gives you a great opportunity to teach your child safe ways to
behave around roads and traffic.
Remember, Active Kids are Healthy Kids so get planning your own Walk Safely to School Day journey for Friday
22 May
2015!
As recognition of this day we would like to not only encourage as many students as possible to walk to school that day but also
to introduce a ‘Walking Bus ‘ in Grand Boulevard. We do already have one informal Walking Bus from Kirwana Grove with a
few of our parents but we are hoping to have one that starts down the end of Grand Boulevard (near the Bolton Street end)
and winds its way up Grand Boulevard. If you are interested either let us know in the office or contact Naomi Crawford-Condie
(Oliver and Samson)
For more information about the actual day, visit www.walk.com.autime
MSPS Achievers
Well done to Danni Rowles, Neil Whitehead and Chris Cameron and the Years 3-6 staff for their hard work and dedication in
conducting the MSPS Cross Country last Monday. Both Danni and Chris were at the Eltham Lower Park before school setting up
the course and then overseeing the different age groups. The rest of the staff supervised the children on the buses and then in
groups until the students were called to their event. We had some parent volunteers and staff who were around the running
course to ensure the safety of the students. Without their work the event could not happen and we are extremely grateful for
their efforts.
Congratulations to Laura Brearley, Harry Curtis, Nick Makrides Michael Jones for the energetic manner with which they led
the school in singing the National Anthem at our assembly on Wednesday.
Leanne Sheean
Principal
PARENTS AND FRIENDS –
BRICK PAVER FUNDRAISER
Have you forgotten to order your paver?
Don’t panic – the Parents and Friends Group are still
accepting orders.
The pavers are not only a great way to acknowledge your presence at the
school but they will make our boat area look absolutely FANTASTIC.
Second Hand Uniform Sale
WEDNESDAY 13th MAY
2.30pm – 4.00pm
OUTSIDE THE HALL
The Parents and Friends Group will be holding a second hand
uniform sale on Wednesday 13th May at 2.30pm outside the hall.
We welcome donations of good quality school uniform items.
All monies raised go directly back to MSPS.
Please bring your good quality, CLEAN items for sale to the
office NO LATER THAN FRIDAY 9th MAY. (This will give us time
to sort the clothing ready for sale.)
Please note it will be cash sales only and no items can be
held/reserved. BYO shopping bag.
If you would like to help on the day, please contact Nicci
Green 0448 506 615 or [email protected]
Getting to Know Our Year 3 Team
Hi, my name is Jacqui. I am a very proud teacher here at Monty South and every year I
manage to get the best class in the school! I love my students and each of them will always
hold a special place in my heart.
A happy, positive person, I love spending time with my gorgeous husband, Darren, our four
amazing children, Ben, Hannah, Maddy and Dylan, and our close family and friends. We have a pet
rabbit called Custard and we have trained her like a dog!
I love to cook different cuisines from around the world and dish up feasts for family and friends. I'm
known for eating lots of chilli- maybe that's why I am always hot and don't own a winter coat! I also
love gardening and have recently established a veggie garden, complete with chilli plants of course!
Our garden is visited by many native birds (some I can hand feed) and I love being outdoors in the
fresh air. One of my favourite places to be is relaxing in my pergola, watching the wildlife and
listening to my husband play the guitar and sing.
We love to visit new places and experience new cultures (as long as it's not too hot and there are
power points for my hair dryer,) and I'm excited about planning trips to Hawaii and Europe in the next few years.
One thing you may find surprising about me is that I secretly adore rearranging cupboards and cleaning out rooms!
My name is Jenny Hutchinson and I have been teaching at Monty South for four years.
Before working here I was at Lalor East Primary School for 14 years. It was definitely time
for a change as I also went to primary school at Lalor East! My beautiful 8 year old
daughter Emma is in Year 3 at St Mary’s in Greensborough. We have a gorgeous 7 month
old King Charles Cavalier puppy named Molly who we just adore. She is very spoilt and
loves sleeping on the couch or on Emma’s bed! We enjoy taking her for walks and running
around with her in the backyard. We love to holiday in Echuca, we usually spend the
Christmas and Easter holidays there. It’s a great town and a wonderful place to relax with
family and friends. I am a proud Carlton supporter and I’m hoping for a major comeback
this year so we can win our 17th premiership. Go Blues!
Hi my name is Rachel Phillips, and I, along with the lovely Lisa Symons teach 3L. This is my
first year teaching level 3 students and I love the insightful class discussions and watching the
children apply their knowledge to class projects. Before teaching at MSPS, I taught out in the
Western suburbs (go Bulldogs) before travelling to China to teach in an international school
for 3 years. At MSPS, I have had the pleasure of teaching Prep (foundation) for several years
and Level 2. In 2011 I went on maternity leave, returning in 2014 two kids richer. I have 3
year old daughter and soon to be 2 year old son– to say life is busy is an understatement.
Outside of school, my family and I like to take long road trips in the search of lonely surf
breaks.
Lisa Symons
My relationship with Monty South started about 15 years ago when I chose the school
for my own children. I now feel very lucky to be teaching at such an amazing school. I
have taught Year 2 for the past 2 years and loved every moment with those beautiful
children.
This year I share a Year 3 class with the lovely Rachel and we're enjoying a gorgeous
group of caring, hardworking kids who love to share their knowledge and ideas and are
always excited and interested in our classroom activities.
I am fortunate that the trip to work takes only 5 minutes as I live in Eltham. My family
life is very important to me and I love spending time and taking care of my 3 beautiful
teenage boys and husband. Weekends are busy watching basketball and volleyball
games, catching up with family and friends, movies, walking our dog and sometimes getting to a Collingwood
match, even though my team is Geelong!
I have loved being part of the Monty South community and look forward to whatever is coming next!
Student of the Week
Abigail Harland 2R
Mackenzie Hall 2J
Kate Hamilton
5T
Mia Maywald
4D
work!
Charlotte Forrestal 1M
Austin Chapman 4R
Emma Moran
PM
Jem Pearsall
PM
situations.
Eryn Seabridge 1W
Ella Jones 3L
James Ferres
3L
Ella Morter
3R
Chris Zandegu
3R
Zeke Larsen
PH
Phoebe Hogan
PH
Dylan Morter
3J
Jayda Hird 5N
Zahli Jimeno
PD
Kokoro Finger
PD
Jayden MacKay 1J
For helping out a friend during a fractions activity.
For fantastic work in the Daily 5.
For being resilient and supportive when her friend hurt herself.
For her enthusiasm and attentive listening on our excursion to Quantum. Great
For great listening and thoughtful ideas during class discussions
For overcoming his nerves when in front of the camera at Quantum.
For reaching her personal goal.
For listening attentively to class discussions and applying his knowledge to new
For great improvements in her reading skills.
For her excellent narratives that include a clear problem and a solution
For his wonderfully creative story called "Mr Man"
For showing increased maturity and resilience in all aspects of her school life.
For his focus in class and understanding of Author's Purpose reading strategies
For his fantastic reading during our guided reading group. Well done Zeke :)
For being a really great friend and for always trying her personal best. :)
For being a fantastic class member who demonstrates all of our Tribes values.
For her positive attitude at improving her automatic recall of her times tables
For fantastic improvement in reading.
For fantastic improvement in reading.
For being a super reader.
Amy and David collect the
weekly Sports Award for Ninox
YEAR 2 Classroom Clippings
The Year 2 classes are exploring persuasive writing. We have looked at where persuasive writing is found, what
the purpose of it is and the structure we use when writing a persuasive piece. The next few weeks in classroom
clippings, we will features persuasive writing from each Year 2 grade. This week here’s a viewpoint of our
remarkable writers of 2R. Do you agree with them?
We all should recycle!
We strongly believe people should recycle because if we don’t the climate on the earth will change and it will
become too hot for us to survive.
Firstly, everyone should recycle properly to help reduce the amount of terrible greenhouse gases that is created
from rubbish in our landfills. If we don’t recycle the world’s atmosphere will get thinner and we could die because
of global warming.
Secondly, we should recycle our plastics and aluminium so it does not end up in our ocean and hurt our amazing
marine life. How would you like it if you were the marine life and rubbish was dumped in your home?
Thirdly, if we recycle paper, we will not have to cut down as many trees. If we cut down too many trees we may not
have enough oxygen to survive. We need trees to survive. Cutting down trees also ruins the habitats of our
special native animals.
Many people may think recycling is too hard but if we all help each other to learn how to recycle we can all work
together to help save our earth!
Some Year 2C offerings
Why couldn’t the skeleton go the disco part? Because he didn’t have anybody to go with. Ruby
Eamon’s riddle
What can go up a pipe down, but cannot go down a pipe up?
An umbrella
If you are in a stone house with no door or window how do you go out?
You get a bat and a ball, and you bat the ball to the mirror and you miss the mirror – Strike 1
You do it again – Strike 2
You do it again! Strike 3 – You are OUT!
"Spikezone or Mini Volleyball is continuing to run each
Thursday in the Eltham High school sports stadium. This
season will run until the end of term 2. Games begin each
Thursday at 4.15pm and run until 5.00pm New players are
welcome to join a team or enter a team of their own. For
more information contact Greg Thomas."
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