NEWSLETTER No 39 – 15th December, 2017

CHALCOT WEEKLY

Growing a Supportive Community of Active Learners

CHOIR PERFORMANCE On Monday 11th December the Chalcot Choir performed a Christmas Tour of three local nursing homes. Jackson, Chloe, Laura, Sjariel, Emma, Kaidence, Tanya, Sophie, Jasmeet, Inara, Olivia and Rhianna sang a

collection of Christmas tunes and classic hits to entertain the residents at ViewHills Manor, Hallam Residential

Care and Homewood Residential Aged Care.

The choir sang loud and proud, and all the residents clapped along, some singing along when they knew the

words.

Highlights included 'Silent Night', 'Mr Sandman' and 'I am Australian'. The choir have been working hard and

practising all year under the careful guidance of Mrs DiCiero and Ms Warburton and their efforts certainly paid

off. Well done Choir!

Special thank you to the Biggins & Scott Real Estate mini bus and our wonderful driver Garry. We couldn't

have done it without them!

Jackie Warburton

2018 School Captains

Last week, the selection process for the 2018 captains was completed. Mr Poliviou and I feel extremely proud

of each and every one of the applicants and we found making a final selection very difficult, as all of the

applicants are very fine young members of the Chalcot family.

It is with great pleasure that I announce the 2018 School Captains are Christy Allsopp & Arif Sunil. The 2018

School Vice Captains are Ashleigh Boustead & Ethan Landman.

Mr Poliviou and I look forward to working with these students as part of our Student Leadership Team in 2018.

I also wish to thank and acknowledge the 2017 School Captains Justyna Komar & Jake Pellowe and

School Vice Captains, Sarah O’Callaghan & Noah Mraz. They have fulfilled all aspects of their leadership

roles with pride and to a high standard; I greatly appreciate their support and know that their experiences will

put them in good stead for the future.

Class Parties

A reminder that, end of year class parties will be held next Monday 18th December from 12.30pm to 1.30pm.

Everyone will need to bring along something to share and their own disposable cup and plate. Students

may wear casual festive dress on this day, but please note NO hair colouring spray or face paint is permitted

and appropriate footwear must be worn. There will be no charge for free dress on this day.

Year 6 Graduation

The Year 6 Graduation marks the pinnacle of life at primary school for students and we will be holding our

graduation ceremony next Tuesday 19th December.

I am greatly looking forward to listening to their individual speeches, celebrating the highlights of their seven

years of achievement at primary school and presenting them with Graduation Certificates. Parent Club will be

giving a graduation bear to each graduate and I know that these will be treasured forever.

Farewell to Ms Cochrane

Ms Cochrane has been one of our amazing Year 5/6 teachers this year. Ms Cochrane is welled loved amongst our

students and parents and has become part of our Chalcot family. Miss Cochrane has been successful in obtaining a

teaching position in the Cranbourne area. We wish Miss Cochrane all the best and happiness in her new school.

Parent Club Disco

Parent Club Term 4 Day Disco will be held next Thursday 21st December (last day of Term 4).

The disco ball will be flashing from 9.15am to 10.15am for Years Prep to 2 & 11.30am to

12.30pm for Years 3 to 6.

Students may come along to school in casual dress; however, as the disco will be held during the school day,

casual dress must consist of footwear, which is appropriate and safe for school. A reminder that no jewellery,

hair colour sprays of any description or makeup is to be worn at school.

The cost is $2.00 per child to attend the disco and a further $2.00 per child to come along in casual dress ($4.00

per child total); Parent Club has put a cap of $10.00 per family. Payment can be made through Qkr or cash

payments will be accepted on the day. Cash payments will not be accepted before the day of the disco.

Last Day of School: Time Table for Thursday 21st December

9.00 to 11.00 Class time - Junior Disco and meeting 2018 home group teacher and classmates

11.00 to 11.30 Recess

11.30 to 12.30 Class time -Senior Disco

12.30 to 12.40 Eating time

12.40 to 1.40 Lunch play

1.45 to 2.15 Assembly

2.15 to 2.30 Class time

2.30 School Dismissal

Monica Ghirxi

Principal

Financial Help for Families

State Schools' Relief

This help is provided by a not-for-profit organisation State Schools’ Relief (SSR), which helps students through

fundraising. For more information, see: Help for families facing hardship

Parents or carers with children in Victorian government schools may receive free or discounted:

new school uniforms

new school shoes

Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund (CSEF)

The Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund (CSEF) gives payments for eligible students to attend camps, sports

and excursions.

The fund is available to families and carers:

holding means-tested concession cards

on bridging or temporary protection visas

in community detention

with students in out of home care

with students in statutory care.

Application forms will be available early next year.

School Fees

I thought public education was free. Why have I been asked to pay?

Schools are funded to deliver a quality education based on the standard curriculum. Schools receive additional

government funds based on the needs of the students or location.

Parent payments are a valuable contribution to enhance and enrich the educational experience. These payments

allow schools to offer enhanced programs and opportunities which their school communities expect them to

offer.

Schools decide on the learning program they offer based on the needs and aspirations of the school community.

Some parents believe that public education is free. What is free in government schools?

Victorian legislation clearly states that instruction in the standard curriculum program must be provided free of

charge to all students in Victorian government schools.

This 'free instruction' is the teaching staff, administration and the provision of facilities in connection with

instruction of the standard curriculum program, including reasonable adjustments for students with disabilities.

Paul Polivou

Assistant Principal

DIARY DATES d

Monday 18th Dec Class Parties 12.30pm – 1.30pm

Tuesday 19th Dec Prep Traffic School

Excursion

Tuesday 19th Dec Yr 6 Graduation Night 6.45pm – 10.00pm

Wednesday 20th Dec Year 6 Big Day Out

Thursday 21st Dec Disco Junior: 9.15am – 10.15am

Senior: 11.30am – 12.30pm

Thursday 21st Dec End of Year! 2.30pm Finish

Friday 22nd Dec Curriculum Day Student Free Day

2018

Monday 29th Jan Curriculum Day Student Free Day

Tuesday 30th Jan Curriculum Day Student Free Day

Wednesday 31st Jan Yr 1-6 Students begin 9.00am – 3.30pm

Thur/Frid 1st - 2nd Feb Prep Introductory Session

for parents and children

LITTLE FROGS PLAYGROUP On Wednesday, Little Frogs playgroup celebrated their final session for 2017. There were fun

Christmas themed activities including cooking, craft and songs, and there was even a special visit

from Santa Claus! We would like to thank all the families for their support throughout the year and

would like to wish everyone a safe holiday. Little Frogs will resume in March 2018. Please check

FlexiBuzz for further updates.

Jasie Zelazny

2018 Student Leadership School Captains

School Captains: Christy Allsopp & Arif Sunil

School Vice Captains: Ashleigh Boustead & Ethan Landman

House Captains

Bluegum Captains: Adrianna Casafu & William Makoni

Bluegum Vice Captains: Serenity Sumondis & Logan Running

Eucalypt Captains: Andrea Kovac & Albin George

Eucalypt Vice Captains: Olivia Corrigan & Remy Le

Banksia Captains: Grace Truong & Julian Baronessa

Banksia Vice Captains: Amy Millar & Ambrose Mac

Acacia Captains: Chloe Ozols & Ali Matloub

Acacia Vice Captains: Nyabana Gatkuoth & Lachlan Sayers

I C T Leaders

Caleb Simpson Josh Simpson Lara Correia

Adrianna Casafu Alex Tat Noah Balog

Johnathan Figueroa Amanda Fashcah Yonal Perera

Daniel Williams Emily Phillips Brandon Yim

Olivia Vargas James Ialongo Jasrah Ahmed

Aidan Papaefstathiou Ronan Medancic

ICT Editors

Jarrod Francome Kevin Kevorkian Jeremy Hargreaves

Green Team

Tameka Roberts Jason Lamb Talia Mudalige Abbie Pellowe

Harley Kerr Jenny Mayes Fadi Abouissa Angie Ross

Nikayla Huon Kirsten Walker

Art Monitors

Ambrose Mac Chloe Ozols Demi Running Grace Truong

Serenity Sumondis Ashleigh Boustead Lucas Bracamante Alnaz Hekmati

Garden Monitors

Ethan Anselmi Emily Hamilton

Jenny Mayes Alejandro Salinas

Enrique Salinas Rowad El Rayes

William Makoni Lachlan Mamuhewa

Little Frogs Playgroup

DJ Elliot Andrea Kovac

BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CARE

Child Care Benefit and Child Care Rebate available for

all families.

Morning: 7.00am – 9.00am Monday to Friday during

school term, excluding all Victorian Public Holidays.

Permanent/casual: $ 15.00.

Breakfast is provided until 8.30am.

Afternoon: 3.30pm – 6.00pm Monday to Friday during

school term, excluding all Victorian Public Holidays.

Afternoon snack and drink provided.

Permanent/casual: $ 19.00.

For program information, bookings or cancellations,

please contact Kristie on

0400 194 859 during weekdays.

Y.L.V Team

UNIFORM SALES

School uniform items can be purchased directly from

the Beleza School Uniform Store at shop 7, 151 – 159

Princess Hwy, Hallam, phone 9702 3181. MasterCard

and Visa are accepted.

BELEZA END OF YEAR TRADING 2017

Monday 18th – Thursday 21st December

9.00am – 5.00pm

Friday 22nd December

9.00am – 2.00pm

Saturday 23rd December - 1st January

Closed

2nd January - Trading as normal

9.00am – 5.00pm

RECYCLING SUPERHEROES KIDS CRAFT

SESSIONS

Casey needs more recycling superheroes! Come and

learn more about Waste and Recycling in Casey, and

make your own superhero costume to take home made

from recycled materials! Practice your catch phrase

and pose for photos on the day. Maximum 4 children

per adult. Adults must be in attendance for the session.

Wednesday 17 January

Session 1: 10.00 am - 11.30 am

OR

Session 2: 1.30 am - 3.00 pm

Bookings essential at:

Session 1: https://www.trybooking.com/TGZA

Session 2: https://www.trybooking.com/THLI

SCHOOL BANKING

Don’t forget that EVERY FRIDAY is School Banking day

and students should hand in their deposit book first thing on

Friday.

IMPORTANT DATES: 02/02/18: First day of school banking for 2018

09/02/18: First day for ordering rewards

ALL BANKERS - REMEMBER: If you make a minimum

of 1 deposit per calendar month and no withdrawals during

the year, you will be awarded bonus interest the following

January. So REMEMBER to go into the branch to make at

least one deposit during January to start off the new year!

THANK YOU: A huge thank you to all of the families who

participated in School Banking this year! Congratulations on

teaching your child how to save, and for helping our school

raise money - for every new account signed on, the school

receives a commission of $5 after the first deposit, and for

every deposit the school receives a commission of 5% of the

amount of the deposit (capped at $10). A massive thank you

must go to Jill Robertson, Casey Suhr and Sarah Hamilton

for their valuable and essential assistance with School

Banking this year!

SCHOOL BANKING CO-ORDINATOR NEEDED: If

there are any parents who are interested in volunteering their

time in 2018 to process School Banking, please come and

join us next year on a Friday morning from 9 a.m. It usually

takes around 1½ hours. Please ask at the school office for

directions to our work space.

REMINDER TO GRADE 6 STUDENTS: You can still do

School Banking with us once you begin high school, if you

wish to send your book along with a sibling or parent/carer.

NEW ACCOUNTS: Our School Banking program is a fun

way for your child to develop the knowledge and confidence

to handle their money, combining a savings Rewards

Program with great activities throughout the year. If you

would like your child to participate in our School Banking

program please register your interest on an eForm

at commbank.com.au/schoolbanking. The Bank should

send you a reminder email in January to sign your child up

for School Banking, either online at

www.commbank.com.au/personal/kids/school-banking or

by visiting a Commonwealth Bank branch. We do not keep

application forms at the school office.

I would like to wish everyone a happy Christmas and a safe

and enjoyable holidays. See you next year!

Ingrid Williams

School Banking Coordinator

Primrose Hill Close, Endeavour Hills 3802. Telephone 9700 4455

chalcot.lodge.ps@edumail.vic.gov.au

Website Address: www.chalcotps.vic.edu.au