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DIMBOOLA PRIMARY SCHOOL FETE:

What a great afternoon/evening we had on Friday 18th March! We had a wide array of stalls and food vendors as you would expect at a school fete but there were a number of activities which made our school fete unique. The spinning wheel, art work painted by the grades, gumboot throw, quoits, sumo suits, mystery jars, show bags, jumping castle, mini golf and ping pong throw were all activities which made for a fun atmosphere. The mini tractor pull was an interesting concept - thanks to Dennis and Cheryl Elliot for the loan of the mini-tractor (thanks to Simon Hastings for repairing it in preparation).

The fete could not have occurred without the outside vendors coming to the event; Jamie and Kim’s Mobile Zoo, the SES and CFA as well as the merry go round. We had Soy Candles, Thermomix, Tupperware, fairy floss and donuts. The only unfortunate thing to happen was Café de Kerb had some power issues and was unable to provide the masses with the coffee that they were so looking forward to.

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DIMBOOLA PRIMARY SCHOOL PO Box 241 Dimboola VIC 3414 Ph: 03 53891270 Fax: 03 53891399

e-mail: dimboola.ps@edumail.vic.gov.au

“We strive to build a strong school community of enthusiastic learners”

DATES TO REMEMBER

March

Thur 24th Last Day of Term 1 – 2.15pm dismissal

April

Mon 11th First Day of Term 2 Tues 24th Halls Gap Zoo Excursion

NEWSLETTER No.09 March 24th, 2016

.: HONESTY in all of our actions. .: RESPECT for each other and our environment.

.: TOLERANCE to accept those things that are different .: RESILIENCE to bounce back when something bad happens.

We hope you all have a wonderful Easter and a

relaxing break

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I would like to thank the many donors of prizes for our fete, Bronwyn Hastings for her work in co-ordinating the day, the parent’s group for their work on the barbeque, the many parent volunteers who performed so many roles on the day and the Wimmera Bakery for donating all the proceeds from the donuts to the school (over $200!). Thanks to Russell Hunter and his band of helpers in collecting, setting up and packing up the big tent for the proceedings. Thanks to the wide array of parents, teachers and students who assisted in packing up at the end. Raffle Winners

1st Charlie Taylor $300 vouchers 2nd Katie Griffiths $100 Voucher to the Victoria Hotel 3rd Dean Baker Family pass to the Halls Gap Zoo Mini Golf

Primary School age Lily Schorback 400 points Mini-Tractor Pull

Prep/Grade 1/ 2 Luke Hunter 14 metres Grade 3/4 Archie Laverty 7.7 Metres Grade 5/6 Trent DeZoete 15.6 Metres Year 7 to 12 Chris Eldridge 11 metres Art Work Auction:

Prep Desiree Cross $57 Grade 1/2 Debra Nelson $20 Grade 2/3 Louise Simpson $10 Grade 3/4 Karen Griffiths $30 Grade 5/6 Rachael Whyte $70 Grade 5/6 Jade Clark $60

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TERM ONE HOLIDAYS:

I thank the students, teachers and parents for their support and work this term. The year has started very calmly with lots of learning going on. Some of the highlights include:

• Major plumbing, painting and floor coverings work was completed over the

holidays

• 15th and 17th February - Meet and Greet sessions with parents and teachers

• 25th February - Hockey Victoria ran clinics

• 26th February – School Photos

• Some very positive results recorded for student growth from Year 3 to 5 in

NAPLAN testing (more information to follow in the Annual Report)

• Establishment of a new school council team – President again is Jason Revell, Vice

President is Russell Hunter, Secretary is Erin Lewis and Vice Secretary is Sandra

Gove, Treasurer is the principal and Desiree Cross working collaboratively. The

remaining members of the team are: Bronwyn Hastings, Susie Frost, Gary

Petschel, Nathan Schorback, Kylie Barry and Catherine Williamson. NB: Charlotte

Pyers (end of two year tenure) and Neil Zippel (resigned position), Kirralee Pevitt

(DET representative has left the school) have left their positions following the

AGM.

• DPS Fete

• Professional Learning Team visits to each other’s classrooms

• Students assessed using PAT Online assessment tool for the first time

• Cultural Performance of “Little Bad Wolf”

• 10 students attending Somers Camp

• Year 5/6 students presenting to the Hindmarsh Shire Council about fundraising.

Harvey Simpson presenting a short movie on the plight of the orang-utans

• Further embedding the CAFÉ reading program into the classrooms

• Pre and Post testing of maths skills

• We were successful in gaining sponsorship for our upcoming Breakfast Club from

Term 2 onwards

I trust that you have a relaxing holiday period and stay safe. Term 2 starts on the 11th of April.

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Early Tuesday morning 10 lucky students caught a bus from Dimboola Primary School to head off to Somers Camp, where they will stay for 9 days.

Somers Camp is a DEECD school, located on the shores of Westernport, 90kms south-east of Melbourne. It provides opportunities for 160 children (80 boys and 80 girls) from Years 5 and 6 from a regional area to participate in a program that blends a range of outdoor and environmental education activities, in a safe and secure learning environment.

At camp students will participate in activities such as archery, boating, bush craft, orienteering, rockclimbing and surfing to name just a few. We’re sure they are all having a wonderful time and we can’t wait to hear all about it when they return next Wednesday!

POP UP LIBRARIES:

Working in consultation with the local Learning and Employment Network (WSMLLEN) we are hoping to establish some pop up libraries in some of the local businesses. Essentially we are hoping to provide various shops with a tub containing multiple books for people to borrow and return at a later date. The books are aimed at people who are learning to read and should be colourful and engaging. With this in mind we are hoping to have a book drive where used books may be dropped in at Dimboola Primary School to go into the collection for children to access from a local business and take home for reading. Your support with this would be greatly received.

BREAKFAST CLUB:

Thanks to the generous sponsorship of Bendigo Bank we will offering children breakfast from Term 2. Bendigo Bank will be funding a small fridge, toaster, kettle, cereal, bread and condiments. This is a very generous gesture and I thank Wayne and Janine. The starting date will be the 11th April at 8:30. A working committee has been established to work out the finer details of the club but we are overjoyed to provide this to children. We also intend on running a competition for students to come up with a groovy name for the breakfast club. This will be discussed at the Junior School Council.

STUDENT LEARNING:

I visited the Grade 3/4 Lewis classroom to find out what they were learning. Students proudly told me they had been learning the following:

• In German they are learning colours, feeling and counting up to 10.

• In Integrated Studies they have been learning about Australian History – the First

Fleet and their impact upon the aborigines, Australia’s Coat of Arms, why we

celebrate Australia Day and the sacrifices soldiers made at various wars and why

we recognise ANZAC Day and the Australian Flag and its colours

• In Maths the students learnt about two dimensional shapes this week and

symmetry and asymmetry.

• In English students were learning how to write an exposition, they could tell me

that they needed to include a title, sizzling start, their position and provide

arguments for their position.

Well done Grade 3/4 Lewis on their fantastic learning.

COMING DATES:

Thursday 24th March – Last day of Term 1, 2:15 finish. Enjoy your Easter break. Monday 11th April – Start of Term 2.

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RESILIENCE

Lachlan Dixon showed resilience by having a great week at school after missing most of the week before – you returned to class routine like you were never away. Well done!

PERSISTENCE

Kiarna Klotz displayed persistence by trying hard with her handwriting.

GETTING ALONG

Ethan Gartlan displayed skills in getting along by helping for a long time at our

class games at the school fete- thanks Ethan!

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Pictured above is Debbie Clark collecting Good Friday Appeal tins from students who volunteered their time to rattle the tins all over Dimboola, raising money for the Royal Children’s Hospital.

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2016 TWILIGHT FETE

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Wimmera Regional Library presents

Duck Cameron Master Magician

Award winning Duck Cameron has captivated audiences worldwide with his

spectacular and original Comedy & Illusion. His visual portrayal of the 'classic magician' reminds one of an era lost and yet surprises

us with his up-beat, sharp and hilarious routines which always keep audiences on

the edge of their seats - this is a show not to be missed and suitable for all ages!

As a special School Holiday show, Duck Cameron is appearing at:

Dimboola Community Centre, 12 Wimmera Street

on Tuesday 5th April at 2.30pm. Bookings essential on 53891734/53914452

or dimboola.library@wrlc.org.au

Ticketed entry only - $2 per person (adults and children).

There will be limited seating – please book early at your local Library to avoid

disappointment.

DIMBOOLA HOCKEY CLUB

TRAINING / REGISTRATIONS

STARTS ON THURSDAY 31ST

MARCH

(First Week of Holidays)

Juniors

both Under 12 & Under 16 - 4-5pm

Seniors 6-7pm

At Dimboola Health & Fitness Centre

Hockey Season Starts Saturday 17th April (end of first week of term 2)

Any inquiries to Donna Krelle Secretary 0421 112 086

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THE DIMBOOLA

TOWN COMMITTEE

INVITES ALL NEW RESIDENTS TO

ATTEND A

NEW

RESIDENTS

WELCOME

BBQ

BYO Alcohol and Chairs

Soft drink provided

Town information packs will be given out

on the night

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The Lions Club are holding their annual Good Friday Appeal in front of the Old Shire Hall

on Good Friday, from 9 am until 4pm.

Between the hours of 10am and 2pm there will be face painting and a small gift bag available for the children for $5.

There will also be food available 10am to 2pm.

Come along and support to the Royal Children's Hospital Appeal

School Street, Dimboola 3414

Trainer: Suzi Wouters Enquiries, call: 0417 824 815

Website: www.dimboolahealthandfitnesscentre.com Find us on Facebook: Dimboola Health & Fitness Centre

Opening Hours: 6-8 am Mon – Fri 5-8 pm Mon-Fri

8-10 am Saturday Effective 4th April: OPEN 9-11 am Thursdays Effective 2nd May: OPEN 9-11 am Mondays

2016 Membership Prices

Adult and Tertiary Student: Secondary Student: Year: $320 Year: $150 Month: $35 Month: $15

Casual Visits and Classes $10 per session 10 class or casual visit cards:

$55 (with membership) $80 (non members)

Cash or Direct Credit available, see Suzi for details

Please see Kaye at the DMSC office for EFTPOS payments

Dimboola Primary School Athletics Day Welcome back to school in 2016. This year we are going

to have our Athletics Day on Friday 22nd April in Term

Two at Dimboola Memorial Secondary College.

We again are going to need helpers to run our

day. If you are able to help at our Athletics Day on

Friday 22nd April, could you please fill out the box

below and return it to the office.

I am able to help on Athletics Day

Name _______________________

Junior Any

Senior