Templeton Primary School

Crestdale Road, Wantirna 3152

Telephone 9801 7450 Facsimile 9800 3547

Email templeton.ps@edumail.vic.gov.au

www.templetonps.vic.edu.au

Term 4

Week 9

6th December 2019

Pride in Performance

2019

Week 9

Friday 6th December School Disco see flyer

Week 10 Monday 9th December Grade 1C/1S Kew Traffic School XUNO Due 2nd December

Tuesday 10th December Grade 1R/1W Kew Traffic School XUNO Due 2nd December

State Schools Year 7 Orientation Day

2020 Swimming Trials

Thursday 12th December Grade 1 Movies Excursion XUNO Due 5th December

Week 11 Monday 16th December Prep Movies Excursion XUNO Due 9th December

Grade 6 Graduation

Tuesday 17th December 2020 Promotion Parade

Wednesday 18th December Templeton Carols Night 6.00pm-7.00pm

Grade 2 Latitude Excursion XUNO Due 11th December

Grade 3 Movies Excursion XUNO Due 11th December

Grade 4 Movies Excursion XUNO Due 11th December

Grade 5 Movies Excursion XUNO Due 11th December

Grade 6 Gumbuya World Excursion XUNO Due 4th December

Friday 20th December Last Day 2020—1:30pm dismissal

Assembly 12.45pm

2020

Term 1 Tuesday 28th January

Uniform Shop Open 11.00am—2.00pm

Calendar

TEMPLETON - STATE CHAMPIONS!

TENNIS: State Champions VOLLEYBALL: State Runners Up

This on top of our two Aerobics teams finishing first and second in Australia!

Together with 19 District and Regional Sporting premierships! (13 Runner Up Flags as well!)

What a year 2019 has been. Mr Crilly wrote an article earlier this year about Templeton already being an

academic powerhouse and now we are a sporting powerhouse. How true were his words!

At our final assembly Ms Potter will be outlining all our sporting achievements this year. 2019 has been

our most successful year to date and we congratulate all our students and coaches who have put in

hours of additional work to enable this to happen.

STAFFING UPDATE

I am delighted to announce that Ms Pav Sidhu and Mr Hugh Morton will be joining us at Templeton for

the 2020 school year after both have worked extensively for us as Casual Relief Teachers (CRT’s) for a

number of years.

Mr Morton worked in Grade 4 as a teacher aide for a number of years at Templeton before completing

his teaching degree, whilst Ms Sidhu is well known to our students having worked as a CRT for a number

of years across all areas of the school.

We are excited by what these two teachers will bring to our school in 2020 and I trust you will join with

me in welcoming them to Templeton.

Principal

SCHOOL COUNCIL – THANK YOU

Our final School Council meeting for 2019 will be held next Monday evening at 5pm. I would like to

express my sincere thanks to our School Council members for their commitment to our school.

The time and effort dedicated to this role often goes unrecognised and whilst rewarding, can also be

challenging. At Templeton, we are fortunate to have an outstanding group of people led superbly by

our School Council President Mr Ben Morris.

Each of our councillors has performed a very important role to support our school purpose and in doing

so has made an extremely valuable contribution to the educational outcomes of each of our students.

The broad scope of work by School Council this year has included:

communicating the broad direction and vision of the school within our community

approving the annual budget and monitoring expenditure

acquiring feedback from the school community to inform decision making

developing, reviewing and updating school policies

overseeing the maintenance of the school’s grounds and facilities

creating interest in our school in the wider community

enhancing communication within our school community

working through policies and ensuring we are strictly adhering to its principles

Thank you to our 2019 School Councillors:

Kaspar Sussman, Joshua Ooi, Ian Veitch, Marc Crilly, Aidan Schanssema, Craig Vernon Anand Thaker,

Daniel Trettel, Benjamin Morris, Tania Cek, Andrea Edwards, Tony Callinan, Pradeep Tondapu, Amelia

Taylor

Looking forward to 2020, maybe membership of the School Council is a role that you would like to take

on? Watch out early next year as the election process begins.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS: END OF TERM REMINDERS!

PROMOTION PARADE: Tuesday 17th December

For those families new to Templeton, Promotion Parade is a transition day when children learn of their

new placement for the next year. They spend the day with their new teacher and classmates which

helps reduce anxiety over the holiday period. It is an exciting day that teachers and children alike enjoy.

FINAL ASSEMBLY

The final assembly for the year will be held on Friday 20st December commencing at 12.45pm.

LAST DAY OF SCHOOL: 1.30pm FINISH

Please mark on your calendars that we will be finishing at 1.30pm on the last day of Term 4, Friday 20

December. Camp Australia will be operating After School Care from this time.

LATE RETURN TO SCHOOL IN 2020

If you will still be on holiday when school commences in 2020 would you please write a letter to this

effect and send it to the office for our records. Thank you.

Have a great weekend everyone.

Mr Rod McKinlay

Principal

Assistant Principal’s Desk

Just a quick update on the Test That Shall Not Be Named….

If you happened to read the Herald-Sun today, you will have noticed the article about NAPLAN, ranking every school in Victoria on a five year average. Just a couple of figures for you:

Templeton Primary School

Australia Victoria Knox Network

Top 5% Top 5% #1

Enough said. Have a great weekend everyone.

Mr Marc Crilly

Assistant Principal

Congratulations to the following students!

Prep

Angela G—PF for being so creative with Christmas gifts.

Sabella B—PF for great listening during story time.

Torres W—PG for always listening to instructions.

Ari S-M—PG for great effort in maths this week.

Sophia Z—PS for being an amazing sound detective.

Prep

Lleyton T—PS welcome to Templeton.

Jadee N—PV for great resilience during P.E.

Aris M—PV for fantastic work in Maths this week.

Nicole W—PZ for the amazing effort with your writing.

Sienna P—PZ for always being kind and thoughtful.

Grade 1

Malaika D-T—1C for always trying your best. Well done.

Ehsan O—1C for great effort with your handwriting.

Alexia L—1S for always listening in class.

Alice S—1S for great procedural writing steps.

Ella E—1R for always coming to school with a smile.

Samira S—1R for excellent improvement with your work.

Fiona M—1W welcome to Templeton.

Grade 2

Addison H—2D for your cheerful nature.

Ethan N—2D for your great problem solving.

An D—2J for always doing her best work.

Sanuli W—2J for persisting with problem solving.

Kai P—2M for being a reading superstar.

Ollie B—2Wfor being Science Whizz.

Joyce F—2W for doing so well with your reading.

Michael F—2W for having a positive attitude at school.

Grade 3

Chloe L—3A for always being a friendly member of 3A.

Andy H—3A for completing your work to a high standard.

Holly A—3C for putting your best effort in your work.

Mitchell C—3C for being a cheerful and positive student.

Andrew W—3M for great Geography skills.

Azaria J—3M for being a reading superstar.

Niev S—3P for producing a fantastic poster on possums.

Grade 4

Matthias T—4K for achieving great results this term.

Saveena B—4K for writing a dramatic narrative.

William C—4L for always being kind and genuine.

Blake E—4L for always contributing to class discussions.

Thinuk M-G—4W for great sportsmanship.

Kiyan P—4W for being kind and generous.

Congratulations to the following students!

Grade 5

Noah J-P—5B for great work in Maths.

Anom B—5B for being a considerate member of 5B.

Ellora R-B—5H for excellent Maths work.

Ayan B—5K for excellent work on Island activities.

Viyaan S—5K for excellent science work this semester.

Joseph J—5S for great work on Island activities.

Grade 6

Erica W—6D for

Marcus H—6J for amazing Maths work.

Emma K—6J for being a reliable class member.

Ethan J—6P for putting effort in your buddy book.

Jason L—6P for working hard to improve your skills.

Henry G—6P for putting effort in your buddy book.

MUSSOP AWARDS

“Loyal and Kind”

Congratulations and well done to the following students:

Noor A—2D

Adrina H—3M

Lachlan M—4F

Lily V—4W

Sally J—5H

Alijana H—6J

Maths Games and Maths Olympiad 2019 Results

Every year schools from all over Australia, New Zealand and other neighbouring countries take part in the

Maths Games and Maths Olympiad. Approximately 64, 000 students took part this year. The overall aim

is to encourage students to develop important Mathematical problem solving skills in an enjoyable

environment. Maths Games and Maths Olympiad are offered as part of our extension program here at

Templeton.

This year our Year 6 team achieved outstanding results in the Maths Olympiad, including for the first time

two students who achieved a perfect score, Aden A. and Eric H. Overall our Year 6 team score was 39

out of 1553 teams, and ranked 20th, finishing in the top 10% of all teams, receiving an ‘Outstanding

Achievement’ award. CONGRATULATIONS to Mrs Phang and all of the Year 6 students who participated.

Equal first place went to Aden A and Eric H. Other students finishing in the top 2% were Shaurya S,

Justin J, Daniel L and Ishaan S. Top 10 % students were, Oliver K, Katherine S, Jasmine X, Linda H, Liam W,

Leo L, Kimi L, Matthew L, and Eshaan R. Other team members included Sky C, Henry G, Astin H, Iris L,

Jiesse W, Lia H, Bradan M, Jason L, Ivan Z, Emma J, Ishaan K, Samantha S, Ethan J, Yiran W and

Alexander S.

Our Year 5 students also participated in the Maths Olympiad and achieved excellent results. First place

went to Tristan T, who also finished in the top 2%. Mahin S finished in the top 10%. Other team

members included Timothy G, Suri N, Lynn Y, Milus S, Jessie X, Ash E, Asheveen K, Chloe O, Sweekar P,

Matthew W, Andy Z, Sally J, Viyaan S, Ryan C, Aadi P, Ekjot S, Anom B, Sachini K, Jerome T, Cherrie T,

Ayan B, Raymond Z, Jayvel S, Derek L and Peter W. Congratulations to Mr Sussman and all of the Year 5

students who participated.

We had 27 Year 4 students participate in the Maths Games, which is similar to the Maths Olympiad but

with not as many difficult elements. This year Aerynn K finished not only in first place but in the top 10%

of all participants. Other team members included Ryan A, Oscar N, Thinuk M, Adam W, Caitlyn Y,

Frederick L, Harry L, Isabelle N, Novak H, Riley S, Abir M, Cleve X, Dev G, Ian L, Victor R, Ethan B,

Matthias T, Anisha J, Saveena B, Aniq F, Chloe S, Blake E, Kate J, Luke M, Aahaan K and Harper D.

Congratulations to Mr Williams and all the Year 4 students who participated.

Well done everyone. I am looking forward to a fantastic 2020!

Mrs Diane Hynes—Numeracy Coordinator

Sizzling Starts

As part of our writing groups I have been working with some Grade 5 students on writing introductions to their recounts that

grab the readers’ attention. I am sure you will agree that these Sizzling Starts make you want to read more!

Food For Families

This year we are again supporting the Uniting Food for Fami-

lies annual appeal. All classrooms will be given a large box and

until December 13th we are collecting non-perishable items

like tinned foods and toiletry items. Anything that needs refrig-

eration is not appropriate. The collected items will go towards

families who are struggling to make ends meet. Last year we

filled 40 boxes and helped to feed many families over a year.

This year we hope to make an even bigger contribution to the

appeal. So check those pantries or perhaps buy an extra item

or two in your family’s next grocery shop!

Thanks from the Student Council

Mrs Ayse Bavage—Director of Teaching

CSEF 2020—Camps, Sports & Excursion Fund

CSEF is provided by the Victorian Government to assist eligible families to cover costs of school excursions, incursions, camps and sporting activities. New applicants should contact the office to obtain a CSEF application form and lodge at the office ASAP. Your health care card must be valid on the first day of Term 1 or for later applications first day of Term 2 2020 . This includes all new families to Templeton Primary. If you received CSEF in 2019 at Templeton Primary, and your family circumstances remain the same, you do NOT need to apply again, we will Automatically apply for 2020. However, If your family circumstances have changed, concession card number changed, have new or exiting siblings you

must Fill in a new application form.

Mrs Cheryl Hudson—Administration

TEMPLETON IS TURNING 40!

SAVE THE DATE

Saturday April 18th 2020

Celebrating 40 years of Templeton Primary School at our

Family Fun Day on Saturday April 18th 2020

Where: Templeton Primary

Time: 10am -5pm

Rides, BBQ, Food Vans, Devonshire Tea, Market Stalls, Lucky Dips, Entertainment

(Local and Global), Raffles, Games, Competitions, Craft Activities and a Petting Zoo

Wristbands are now on sale via XUNO and the school office

As you know plans for our 40th Birthday celebrations are well on the way. If you are someone who is interested in purchasing a market stall site on the day (Saturday 18th April, 2020) please contact Ange Van Grondelle on angevang@bigpond.com. We are seeking stall holders from our community who sell quality homemade items or self-made business initiatives. The market will be one of many great attractions at our Family Fun Day. Our enthusiastic committee of parents and staff are working hard. There will be plenty of opportunities for families to help out on the day. Our volunteer coordinator is Sharon Swalling and to sign up to help please contact her via email on sharonswalling2@gmail.com We are calling for volunteers who are handy with the BBQ tongs, happy to sell drinks, snacks, ride tickets and run games. Mr Crilly will be in charge of local and global entertainment. Any ideas are welcome!

Mrs Andrea Edwards—Assistant Principal

XUNO will open at 9:00 am on 1st November 2019 selling wristbands

at $25 each. ($30 each in 2020)

A wristband will allow you unlimited rides ALL DAY:

Turbo Tubs, Fantasy Island, Chair-o-Plane, Atomic Drop Slide, Mega X Treme, Inflatable

Basketball Comp, Dunk Tank (with Mr McKinlay and Mr Crilly in their Richmond and

Collingwood jumpers) and a Petting Zoo

TEMPLETON CHRISTMAS RAFFLE

Templeton is once again conducting a Christmas Raffle. We are asking for

your assistance in donating “goodies” that will contribute towards our

hampers. The Christmas Raffle will be drawn at our annual Carols Night

which is on Wednesday 18th December at 6.00pm-7.00pm.

Donations can be left at the office until Monday 17th December and below is one of our

major prizes that was kindly donated by the Pine family. So get those raffle tickets in to

have a chance at winning this awesome prize and if you would like to purchase extra

tickets please come to the office.

Mrs Andrea Edwards—Assistant Principal

Student Banking

Thank you to all the students who have been saving and handing in their bank books every Tuesday.

Tuesday 10th December will be the last banking day for 2019. There will be a notice in the Newsletter

in the new year as to when banking will resume for 2020.

Thank you.

Ms Sashka Pemberton

Student Banking Coordinator