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OOPS WEEKLY WRAP
No. 3
Old Orchard Primary School,
Koonung Road, Blackburn North 3130
19 Feb 2015
PH: 9877 7899 fax: 9877 7345
EMAIL: [email protected]
Website: www.oldorchardps.vic.edu.au
Principal’s News
As Chris and I have moved around the school this week, we have both been extremely
impressed with how well our students have settled into the school year. All classes are focused on
high quality instruction and achievements in line with our philosophy of Great Expectations – No
Limits. We have very high expectations of our students in all areas and will continue to
challenge and support them to be the best they can be in all aspects of their education and school
life.
Members of the school community will be aware of the current health warnings in relation to
Nanna’s Berries. I can reassure parents and carers that the identified products have not been
used in either the Canteen or Kidzone. I have included a copy of the health warning in the
newsletter for your information.
We are looking forward to our Welcome Picnic next Thursday, February 26th as a fun filled way
for new and existing families to celebrate the start of the school year. There will be lots of
entertainment on offer and we hope to see as many families as possible in attendance.
There are currently 16 of our Year 5 & 6 students attending the Department of Education
Somers Camp. This opportunity is only available every couple of years to a limited number of
students and provides the students with a chance to develop their leadership and problem
solving skills, make new friends and test themselves by stepping beyond their comfort zones on
activities such as the High Ropes and Giant Swing. We look forward to hearing their stories when
they return.
Congratulations to our 2015 Peer Mediators who received their badges at assembly last Friday.
The Peer Mediators play an important role in managing minor disputes in the playground,
supporting younger students to resolve their differences in a respectful and constructive
manner. The Peer Mediators for 2015 are listed below:
Teagan Haughton (Capt)
Kaitlyn Oldaker (Captain)
Amber Stewart
Lauren Jones
Aidan Reid
Elias Kentrotis
Emma Busuttil
Kendall Gaudion
Sienna Shacklock
Grace Srivilai
Ali Elliot
Maheen Irfan
Max Dooley
Stephanie Antoniou
Dylan Hosken
Chelsea Wrightson
Holly Richmond
Katherine Hadji-Michael
Sage Wolfenden
Ebony Reid
CALENDAR - TERM 1
Our first PFA meeting for 2015 will be held next Monday morning at 9.15am in the staffroom. We
hope to see strong numbers in attendance at this meeting as we establish the PFA direction and
key activities for the year. Monday evening will also see our first School Council meeting for the
year, where our office bearers will be elected.
Facebook: For those already on Facebook, simply search for Old Orchard Primary
School and ‘like’ the page.
Twitter: For those already on Twitter, search for @oldorchardps and follow.
Instagram: For those already on Instagram, search for OLDORCHARDPS and follow.
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ASSEMBLY ROSTER
20 Feb
F-2
Drayton Hall
Kool Keyboards
27 Feb
3-6
Drayton Hall
SRC Badges
6 Mar
F-2
Drayton Hall
SRC Badges
13 Mar
3-6
Drayton Hall
5 LO
20 Mar
No Assembly
27 Mar
F-6
Gymnasium
End of Term 2.30pm Dismissal
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Leukemia Foundation Fundraiser—Tracey Ding
Hi All! Calling for all generosities!
Would I be shaving my hair on the 13th March? Well that depends on how much $$ you
willing would be willing to donate to make this happen. Below is the link to our OOPS team
website: http://my.leukaemiafoundation.org.au/TheOOPS
You may donate online by clicking on the SPONSOR US green button using credit card OR
simply give me cash and I’ll write you a receipt. My aim is $5,000 for a shaved head, however
in a “fortunate” case if I get below $5,000 then I will be cutting and colouring my hair purple!
No amount is too small or too big! I appreciate all your support!!
So, SHOW ME THE MONEY $$$$
If you be generous, I’ll be “bold”!
Tracey Ding
Mandarin Teacher
Crazy Hair Day will be on the 10th March (Tuesday). Students can come with
colour sprayed / crazy hair and a gold coin donation for the Leukemia Foundation. I will
collect the money during that week, together with any other donations received and if I
reach my target of $5000 I will shave my hair publicly after school on Friday, 13th
March. http://my.leukaemiafoundation.org.au/TheOOPS
Thanks heaps!!!
Tracey Ding
Do you speak Arabic?
Old Orchard is currently looking for a language assistant who is willing to help in the
classroom, working with 3 children who have no English. The language spoken is
Arabic. We are hoping we might be able to find an Arabic speaking support worker to help
these children settle into their new school where they are surrounded by children and teachers
speaking in a very foreign language to them. We are envisaging 2 mornings possibly aver 2
hours, but this is yet to be decided.
A working with children’s check, WWC is necessary. We can help you with this process if you
don’t already have one. If you or someone you know might be able to help us please contact
Michelle May (Tuesday or Wednesday) or Chris Hodder at the school 98777899. We would
love to hear from you.
Thanks,
Michelle May
EAL Coordinator
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FROM THE OFFICE……...
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
SCHOOL BANKING
School Banking takes place on a Friday each
week. Remember to send your bank books via
the classroom.
Payment / Permission Envelopes—remember
to complete BOTH SIDES of the envelope as
this is your permission for your child to attend an
incursion/excursion.
WHAT’S ON AT OOPS
23rd Feb
26th Feb
10th March
10th Mar
11th–20th Mar
16th-20th Mar
23rd Mar
27th Mar
PFA meeting 9.15am
Welcome Picnic
Crazy Hair Day
Chocolate Drive
Life Education Sessions
Parent Teacher Chats
School Photos
End of Term –2.30pm
Term 2
13th April
5th May
Pupil Free Day
Mother’s Day Stall
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.
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.
TOYWORLD FOREST HILL
Supporting Old Orchard Primary
Remember to mention Old Orchard Primary
School when you make purchases from
Toyworld Forest Hill
Advertising in our newsletter
If you would like to advertise in our newsletter
please contact the office.
Rates are:
$16.50 casual ads / $220.00 half yearly
Advertisements need to be emailed to the
school by Tuesday for publication in the
Newsletter. Our newsletter is online Thursday
afternoon.
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.
HEAD LICE
We have had a couple of
reports of headlice. Please
remember to check your child’s hair reg-
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may collect a bundle from the office at any
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Term 1
30 Jan—27 March
13 April Pupil Free Day
Term 2
14 April—26 June
5 June Pupil Free Day
Term 3
13 July—18 Sept
Term 4
5 Oct—18 Dec
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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.
OOPS WEEKLY WRAP
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.
MID WEEK LADIES TENNIS
Wednesday competition tennis at Nunawading
Tennis Club. Some ladies needed to join others for
a fun day, fits into school hours. Some home
games, some away. Any age, average standard.
Happy, friendly team to play with. Next season
starts after Easter but teams have to be in by 27th
February. Need to be a member of any club
associated with Tennis Vic. Would love to hear
from you.
Phone Beverley on
0407519765 or
98778381 for more
information.
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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.