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OOPS WEEKLY WRAP
No. 30 9 October 2014
Old Orchard Primary School,
Koonung Road, Blackburn North 3130
PH: 9877 7899 fax: 9877 7345
EMAIL: [email protected]
Website: www.oldorchardps.vic.edu.au
Principal’s News
There is always a sense of excitement and anticipation at the commencement of Term 4 – it is
an exceptionally busy term at Old Orchard with numerous significant educational, celebratory
and other activities. The complete calendar of events will be listed elsewhere but one key
event, which is worthy of particular mention is:
Old Orchard School Fete
Saturday November 15th
10.00am – 5.00pm
Sandra Goode, Megan Greensmith, Jackie Grierson and their team have been working
exceptionally hard for many months and as always, this year’s fete promises to be a
magnificent event. I encourage all members of the school community to become involved –
the success of the fete depends on your participation.
Thank-you to Robyn Bussutil and the P.F.A. for
their work in organising the marking of lines and
activities on the asphalt – it has certainly
brightened the area considerably and we have
received many positive comments from students
and parents.
Our school walkathon late last term was an
amazing success. We raised in excess of $9000
which was an outstanding result. Thanks must be extended to all students and their families
for their support. I am certain that this will become an annual event.
Congratulations to the 21 students who participated in the Divisional Athletics Event at
Burwood yesterday. The students acquitted themselves extremely well with a number
progressing through to the Eastern Region finals. A detailed summary of performances is
included elsewhere in the newsletter.
Congratulations to staff member, Tracey Ding and her husband
Ying on their wedding during the school holidays. Tracey (and Ying)
looked resplendent and the ceremony was a magnificent celebration.
CALENDAR - TERM 1
Welcome to the following students and their families who have
joined the Old Orchard community recently: Sebastian & Liam
Mills, Lojani & Ambika Ramar, Yuhan Huang, Noah Rogers, Elyas
& Amin Baeini and Oliver Horvat. We trust that their experience at
Old Orchard will be positive and productive.
Parents are reminded that requests for consideration in relation to class placement must be
submitted to be by next Monday, October 13th. Please use the pro-forma as circulated
previously and submit via email.
I wish everyone a productive and successful term.
(PS
Begrudging congratulations to Hawthorn on their success in the AFL Grand Final – Wendy
Scott and her extensive band of Hawks fans have been reasonably subdued, but two years in a
row is plenty!)
Kind regards Duncan
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How can I help with Literacy at home?
Education Committee - October 14th 7.30pm (Venue to be advised)
In response to feedback received from our parent community in relation to the teaching of Literacy and
how parents can best help at home, the Education Committee together with our Literacy Team have
planned an evening to share with parents information related to the teaching of Reading and Writing.
Some points we will be covering:
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Learning to read (at school and at home)
Struggling readers
Handwriting and fine motor skills
Writing at OOPS
Extending Writing ideas
Developing Comprehension
This eve
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This evening will start at 7.30pm and, with the selected venue dependent on numbers attending. This is a
preliminary notice only and further information will be circulated at a later date with a request for a
response if you plan to attend. We will also be inviting our Prep Parents of 2015 along to this evening. This
is your opportunity to have those questions answered that have been raised through the parent surveys
and the parent forums.
Please mark this in your diary as I believe all families will benefit from the information provided on the
Saturday OOPS netball 2015
There has been some interest expressed by Old Orchard families in forming a team/s to
play in a Saturday netball competition in 2015. We would like to hear from any school
parents who may be interested in assisting getting this up and running.
Any questions please contact either of us at school 9877 7899 or via email
[email protected] or [email protected]
Thanks,
Ellen Hurley & Jenny McCann (Year 6 teachers)
Onpsych October 2014.
Ai Tran ( our Onpsych Psychologist will be overseas from the start of term until
the last week of October. There will be no Onpsych sessions during this time.
Thank you
Mandy Coate
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International Competitions and Assessments for School
University of NSW English and Mathematica tests results
We had 65 students across years 2-6 sit the English test and 95 students again across years
2-6 sit the Mathematics test. Congratulations go to all these students, especially the Year 2 students
who were involved in this testing for the first time this year.
Certificates, question booklets and answer sheets have been distributed. Special commendation goes to
the following students who achieved the nominated awards :
ENGLISH
High Distinction
Distinction
Sarah R 3AF
Natasha C 6MO
Victoria C 2JH
Isabella E 2LO
Selina Z 3AF
Elizabeth L 3KB
Finn R 6EH
Felix H 6EH
Credit
Jacqueline D 12B
Sophie W 3AF
Jack C 3AF
Sam R 4HK
Ebony R 4HK
Holly R 4HK
Alexandra E 4HK
Alysha Y 5LC
Pranav V 5LC
Jessica C 5TT
Kaitlyn O 5TT
Ben R 6JM
Blake R 6MO
Merit
Ava K 2JH
Grace Z 12B
Alexandra H 3KB
Laura G 3WS
Zachary B 4HK
Ashley S 5AP
Olivia o 5AP
Bethanie G 6JM
MATHS
Ava K 2JH
Zachary R 2EO
Grace Z 12B
Jacqueline D 12B
Jacob S 2JH
Selina Z 3AF
Zachary B 4HK
Natasha C 6MO
Mitchell R 6MO
Blake R 6MO
Finn R 6EH
Ben R 6JM
Isabella E 2LO
Ashton P 2EO
Sean H 3AF
Ethan S 3KB
Hugh S 3KB
Alexandra H 3KB
Zynora B 3WS
Tamara S 3AF
Sam R 4HK
Alistair K 4SB
Rebecca H 4HK
Edwin Z 5AP
Annie S 5LC
Claire Z 5LC
Pranav V 5LC
Jonathan R 5TT
Harry C 5TT
Tom B 6MO
Charlie L 6EH
Stuart G 6EH
Alecia S 6EH
Alice B 2LO
Amalie E 2JH
Jessica H 2EO
Jonathan R 3KB
Zoe E 3AF
Holly R 4HK
Max D 4HK
Zac K 4HK
Alexandra E 4HK
Leyna N 4SB
Will P 4TR
William S 5LC
Kaitlyn O 5TT
Harry B 5TT
Xavier L 5LC
Ellie D 6JM
Bethanie G 6JM
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PREP ENROLMENTS 2015
Parents please forward your Prep Enrolment 2014 information to the office before the
end of Term. This information will assist us in organizing Prep classes for next year.
Date
Activity
Time
Tuesday, 21st October
Lunch/Storytime
12.00pm - 2.00pm
Thursday, 6th November
Lunch/Storytime
12.00pm - 2.00pm
Wednesday,12th November
Lunch/Storytime
12.00pm - 2.00pm
Tuesday, 25th November
Prep Induction Evening
(Parents only)
7.00pm - 8.00pm
Tuesday 9th December
Prep Orientation Morning
9.30am -10.30am
Please note the Uniform shop will be open on the following day
during transition. Normal opening hours are: Thursday 8.30-10.30am
Extra opening time:
Wednesday, 12th November
Uniform shop
11.00am - 1.00pm
A reminder about the online program ‘Mathletics’ Parent Survey.
Dear Parents,
Please use the link below to access the survey about the home use of the mathematics online
program ‘Mathletics’. Students and staff have been surveyed about their usage of the program
and their opinions of its effectiveness in assisting with student learning. Now it is your turn to
have your say!
Your participation in this short survey is greatly appreciated, as your views are highly valued.
Old Orchard Primary School pays a substantial annual subscription to this program for both
school and home use and it is important that we ensure that value for use is achieved.
Kind regards,
The Numeracy Team
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/QPQZRDK
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Communication Page
PARENTS:
Please note
permission forms were replaced
mid 2013 by a PERMISSION /
PAYMENT ENVELOPE. If you
require these envelopes your
child may collect a bundle from
the office at any time.
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TERM DATES 2014
Term 4
6 October—19 December 1.30pm
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Emails sen
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Literacy ev
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Oct at 7.30p
Music Soire
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Fete meetin
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Spring Carn
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FROM THE OFFICE……...
ASSEMBLIES
WHAT’S ON AT OOPS
14 Oct
17 Oct
22 Oct
23 Oct
24 Oct
30 Oct
31 Oct
6 Nov
Parent Information Evening—Literacy
Yr 1 Dinner
Fete Meeting 2.30pm
School Disco
Spring Carnival Luncheon
Music Soiree
Prep Breakfast
Moon Light Picnic 6.30pm
15 Nov
20 Nov
School Fete
Graduation Photos
SECOND HAND CLOTHING
We have a large amount of second hand
clothing for sale.
It is only $5.00 an item.
Call into the office and check out the
range of second hand clothing
Payment / Permission Envelopes—remember
to complete BOTH SIDES of the envelope as
this is your permission for your child to attend an
incursion/excursion.
UNIFORM INFORMATION
Our uniform shop will be open during the school
terms
Thursdays—8.30am—10.30am
Please note the Uniform Shop is no longer able
to accept cheques. Payment may be made by
credit card or cash only.
SCHOOL BANKING
School Banking every Friday.
Please send deposit books to
school via the classroom.
Oct-10 3 - 6
Drayton Hall 4TR
Oct-17 P - 2
Drayton Hall Pr. LT
Oct-24 3 - 6
Drayton Hall 3KB
Oct-31 P - 2
Drayton Hall 2EO & 12LB
Nov-07 3 - 6
Drayton Hall 3AF
Nov-14 P - 2
Drayton Hall Pr. DS
Nov-21 3 - 6
Drayton Hall 5AP
Nov-28 P - 2
Drayton Hall Pr. JF & Pr. RC
Dec-05 3 - 6
Drayton Hall
Dec-12 P - 2
Drayton Hall
Dec-19 P - 6
Gymnasium End of Year
IMPORTANT NOTICE RE
PAYMENTS ON LINE.
It is wonderful that so many people are paying
accounts and excursions online but please
remember to include your reference details.
Eg Name and the activity— Camp, Excursion
etc. This enables us to accurately credit your
accounts.
ASTHMA MANAGEMENT FORMS
Asthma Management Forms 2014 are available
from the school office. If your child suffers from
Asthma and requires medication to be administered
at school please contact the office for a
management form.
DIRECT DEPOSIT—ON THE NET
Parents may wish to pay school fees, excursions
swimming charges with Direct Deposit on the Net.
Bank details:
Commonwealth BSB: 063 485
Acc No 10021781
Remember to include your name
and reference.
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PE AND SPORT NEWS
Divisional Athletics
21 of our students represented the Blackburn District at the Whitehorse
Divisional Athletics yesterday. They all performed very well at this higher level
of competition. The following children finished 1st or second in their events and
will be representing the Division at the Eastern Metro Regional athletics next
Thursday.
Congratulations to all our athletes and best wishes for next week to:
Bailey Brito-Babapulle 4HK, Grade Hayen 4HK, Monique Martin 4HK, Holly Richmond 4HK, Lina
Ouaziz 5LC, Sebastian Valle 5AP, Luke Brito-Babapulle 6EH, Emma Daly 6MO, Danika Di Santo
6JM, Bethany Hayen 6EH, Blake Ritchie 6MO.
Health and PE Week
We are joining with many schools in celebrating health and PE week next week Oct 13 – 17. We
will mark this celebration with 2 particular events. One is a “Classroom Jump Up” activity. Classes
will set an alarm to ring regularly during a day of the week and will jump up to engage in a prearranged
physical activity whenever the alarm rings. This is a novel way to remind us all that physical activity
can fit into our regular daily activities. The second event is a tabloid sports
activity for Prep – Grade 2 classes. This day will be planned and organised by our Grade 6
students on Friday, October 17th, from 9.00 – 10.40am. Families and friends are most welcome to
come and enjoy the children participating in this fun event.
Ride It 2014
The Cities of Whitehorse and Boorondara are again running this riding skills competition on
November 12th. We are currently putting together out team of 10 competitors from grade 5 & 6.
There are still a few vacancies, so interested riders should talk to Kevin.
Clinics
We have a couple of special clinics coming up over the next couple of weeks. On Thursday,
October 16th, the Grade 6 classes will take part in a table tennis clinic run by the Croydon Table
tennis Association during their PE lessons. On Monday, October 20th, the Prep – Grade 2 children
will take part in a Milo Cricket clinic with coaches from Cricket Victoria.
Girls A Basketball Final
Our girls who won the basketball in the summer round robin are finally getting to compete in the
divisional level final on October 29th. They are currently training hard!
Great Victorian Bike Ride
Our group of 16 riders in now into full training for this ride in
December. Regular training rides happen every second Sunday
morning and a special school holiday ride happened last Friday.
Some good lessons in resilience were learned with a couple of bike
break downs and a spill off a bike. Our riders are showing great
perseverance and having a good time building their fitness.
Kevin Purvis
PE Teacher
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KIDZONE NEWS
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KIDZONE NEWS
4SB CLASSROOM REQUEST
Do you have any magazines at home you
no longer need?
We are looking for 60 of them for an
activity in our classroom. Please bring
them to 4SB.
Thank you Sarah Buckingham (4SB)
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CHAPLAINCY AT OLD ORCHARD
What is Old Orchard Chaplaincy?
Our School Chaplain is Maree White. Chaplaincy is a Christian ministry under the
auspices of Access Ministries Victoria. It is relational in nature and builds bridges of trust,
confidence and competency among students, staff and parents. Chaplaincy has at its
core Pastoral Care. It involves a mixture of pastoral care, counselling, nurturing,
teaching and support. Chaplaincy is part of the school’s Student Welfare program.
What does Old Orchard Primary School’s Chaplaincy offer?
Chaplaincy provides a resource that helps to help meet the spiritual and pastoral needs
of students, staff and parents. This includes care and acceptance to all, regardless of
race, gender, religious or cultural background.
Chaplaincy provides an educational resource for teachers in the classroom.
Chaplaincy provides support for children dealing with grief & loss, divorce, fears,
behavioural problems; low self- esteem and relationship issues.
Chaplaincy provides a safe environment for people to share with someone who will listen.
Chaplaincy provides assistance in times of crisis
How do children benefit from Chaplaincy?
Unconditional acceptance
One to one referral sessions
Support group sessions
Building self- esteem and hope
Games, art, and teaching activities
How can I access the Chaplain’s services?
Old Orchard Chaplaincy currently operates two days a week- Monday and Thursday
Support may be provided for a single session or for a period of time at no cost to the
parent/guardian.
The student/Chaplain session may take place during class time or during lunch hour out
of the classroom with teacher permission
Parent/guardian permission is necessary for primary students to be seen by the Chaplain
Permission slips are available from the school office and need to be completed and
returned for session to begin.
The Chaplain of Old Orchard Primary School is available for informal chats to discuss
any issues of concern to support students and can be contacted through the School
Office
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Fete News—Saturday 15th Nov 2014
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Wed
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7th Nov
HAMPER
Jam/Pickle Makers
Do you or a friend/relative make your own preserves?
We are seeking donations for our 2014 OOPS Fete.
It is important that all the ingredients are noted as we
will label them with our
OOPS Fete logo.
If you can spare a few jars (or need some jars!)
please contact Jackie 0409 026 670
[email protected]
2.30pm
9.15am
Prep
DS
Kitchen Hamper
Prep
LT
Mum's hamper
Prep
JF
Cleaning Hamper
Prep
RC
BBQ Hamper
Grade
1KS
Baby Hamper
Grade
1MM
Family Games Hamper
Grade
1/2B
Grocery Hamper
Grade
1KD
Party Hamper
Grade
2JH
Book Hamper
Grade
2EO
Gardening Hamper
Grade
2LO
Sport Hamper
Grade
3AF
Baking Hamper
Grade
3KB
Craft Hamper
Grade
3WS
Toy Hamper
Grade
4TR
Boys Hamper
Grade
4HK
Girls Hamper
Grade
4SB
Kids Kitchen Hamper
Grade
5TT
Make Up Hamper
Grade
5LC
Christmas Hamper
Grade
5AP
Beach Hamper
Grade
6MO
Chocolate Hamper
Grade
6JM
Spicy Hamper
Grade
6EH
Dad's Hamper
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Fete News—Saturday 15th Nov 2014
SECOND HAND BOOKS STALL
Thank you to everyone who has contributed to this stall in the past, it is always a great
success. For anyone looking to donate, please separate 2nd hand goods from books
as we have a separate Second hand goods Stall and please ensure the books are in a
reasonable state for reselling.
SECOND HAND BOOKS
DONATION DROP OFF TIMES
Donations can be left Wednesday mornings weekly during term 4 up to and including
Wed 12th November which would be the last drop off time. Please leave any
donations in the area next to the Uniform shop. Please do not block access to either
the Uniform shop, hallway to gym or Kidzone. Beyond this we welcome drop offs at
other times and the area will be checked and cleared regularly. Many thanks for your
support in helping make this year’s OOPS Fete a great success!
Tenille Chamclam, PREP DS
Second hand goods for the fete Trash N Treasure stall can be dropped
Fridays and Mondays until the 24th October. Please leave neatly near the uniform
shop in the gym. Please no large items until near the time.
Thanks Sarah Garry
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Community Notices
Advertising material is included in this newsletter as requested but is not necessarily endorsed by
Old Orchard Primary School.
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Community Notices
Advertising material is included in this newsletter as requested but is not necessarily endorsed by
Old Orchard Primary School.
FROCKTOBER
Hi all,
Amelie (1KD) is participating in the Frocktober
challenge to help raise funds for Ovarian Cancer
Research Foundation (OCRF). The aim is to help raise
funds to find a early detection test for Ovarian Cancer.
Here is a link for more information:
http://www.everydayhero.com.au/event/frocktober
She has to wear a dress every day of the month of
October rain, hail and shine!
This is the link to Amelie's supporter page: https://
frocktober.everydayhero.com/au/amelie
Thanks Samantha Meeuwissen
Raising awareness of Type 1 Diabetes
Hi Everyone,
We are Walking to Cure Diabetes this weekend on Sunday the 28th of October at Tweed Heads NSW!
Raising awareness of Type 1 Diabetes is important to our family, all funds raised go directly to the Juvenile Diabetes
Research Foundation to improve the lives of all people diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes and ultimately a cure.
Many of our friends & family have already made generous donations to our fund raising earlier this year. This year is
the first time we have embraced fundraising through social media, so I apologize if I have bombarded you with messages.
Thank you all for your support over the last 7 years that we have been living with Type 1 Diabetes. Lets make Type 1
Type None!
JDRF is the only global organisation with a strategic research plan to end T1D. The plan is to deliver an ongoing
stream of life-changing therapies moving from development through to commercialisation that lessen the impact of
T1D. JDRF wants to help keep people with T1D healthy and safe today until we reach our ultimate goal of a cure and
universal prevention of T1D. T1D is a serious disease that affects 122,300 Australian children and adults. They need
up to six insulin injections every day or a continuous infusion of insulin through a pump, just to stay alive. Take steps
with me today to deliver a world without type 1 diabetes.
Please make a donation to my personal fundraising web page and one day you will be able to say that you
helped turn Type One into Type None. Click here to visit my Web page
Thank you for your support.
Sincerely,
Julie Lakey
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Community Notices
Advertising material is included in this newsletter as requested but is not necessarily endorsed by
Old Orchard Primary School.
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