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Principal’s Report Lesley McCarthy
Congratulations to everyone who has worked so very hard on preparing our
students for another amazing School Concert. With a range of acts
including The Magic Toy Box, Weather Windows, Grade 3-6 ensemble acts
and the Cast #1 performance of The Lion, The Witch & The Walk In Robe
both the matinee and the evening performance were outstanding.
On behalf of our whole community I wish to thank everyone who has
assisted in any way. See Page 3 for more.
As usual we will have many building and grounds projects being completed
during the holidays, including inspections and maintenance to ensure the
safety of students, staff and parents. If you are using the school grounds in
the next two weeks, please be aware of safety issues.
1:1 iPad Program – I have had queries from some parents in Grade 2 about
the 1:1 iPad program at Grade 3 next year. Our school’s eLearning Policy
developed in 2011 included the implementation through to Prep by 2018.
All documents are available on our school website.
I will be taking some Long Service Leave in October travelling to the US.
While in Seattle, I will be attending the New Pedagogies for Deep
Learning Lab with Professor Michael Fullan. This is an exciting
opportunity to hear first hand, leading edge practices from more than 1000
schools in 10 countries that are fostering deep learning in a digital world.
We are involved in this project. See more on Page 4.
Sandra McOrist is Acting Principal in my absence. This is a private trip and not funded by DET or Flemington PS in any way.
Wishing you all a relaxing and enjoyable Spring break.
All parents are reminded that school finishes at 1.30pm tomorrow
Friday 18th
September for the September school holidays. Please
make sure you collect your child on time.
Flemington Primary School, Corner Mt Alexander Road & Flemington St , Flemington 3031
P.O. Box 7 , Flemington. 3031 Te l: 9376 7137
ht tp: / /www.f lemingtonps.v ic .edu.au Email: Flemington.ps@edumai l .vic .gov.au Fax: 9376 2230
email: f lemington.ps@edumail .v ic .gov.au
In Touch Newsletter Thursday, 17th September 2015 Volume 2015 Issue 29
DIARY DATES
FRI, 18 SEPTEMBER
'Show Your Colours Day' Wear your favourite sports team
colours.
Last day of swimming for Grade 1/2
End of Term 3 School dismisses
at 1.30pm
MON, 5 OCTOBER
CURICULUM DAY NO SCHOOL
Camp Australia is open
TUES, 6 OCTOBER
Term 4 begins
TUES, 13 OCTOBER
ZONE ATHLETICS CARNIVAL
Think U Know Grade 4/5 6pm
WED, 28 OCTOBER
Think U Know Grade 2/3 6pm
A reminder that all students
are required to wear a
broadbrim hat in term 4.
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Office News Office Hours, 8.30am – 4.00pm Monday to Friday
Uniform Price Increase
We have recently been notified by our Uniform Supplier that after many years of maintaining their prices, regrettably some items require a price adjustment due to the falling Australian dollar. The price rise will commence on Tuesday 1st September 2015 for the following items.
1. Polo shirt short sleeve now $26.00
2. Polo shirt long sleeve now $28.00
3. Rugby Knit Shorts now $22.00
4. Windcheater fleece now $32.00
5. Bomber Jacket now $43.00
Parents please note that we have had quite a few
children coming to the office requiring a change of
clothing. Unfortunately we have limited items in the
office and once we change the children we very
rarely have the items returned. Therefore we are
asking parents for donations of track pants and
leggings (mostly in small sizes).
Prep and Grade 1 students should also have a spare
change of clothing kept in their school bags, along
with a plastic bag.
OSHC Program Camp Australia manages the Before & After School Care
program. All bookings, absences and payments need to be
made through the Camp Australia website.
Do not leave messages on the school answering machine.
Customer Service
8.00am - 6.00pm Monday to Friday
1300 105 343
Website www.campaustralia.com.au
Assistant Principal’s Report Sandra McOrist
You may have noticed that we have had to have 3 trees removed as they were dead or dying and becoming dangerous. The first tree was cut down on Tuesday and the others will be felled next Monday. Throughout this process areas of the amphi will be out of bounds. Once this job has been completed we can then look at establishing a new garden area.
The holidays are upon us and as usual I want to remind families to use the school grounds and play equipment throughout this time. I would also like to remind everyone that if you do see or hear anything that is of a concern at the school feel free to contact the local police. Have a safe and restful break.
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Concert Update Wow! What a fabulous 2015 concert yesterday.
Prep students were just so confident and sang so
well. Cast #1 of The Lion, the Witch & the Walk-
in Robe were well rehearsed and performed their
roles very well. All students displayed their talents
and poise and thoroughly enjoyed both the matinee
and evening shows.
Thanks to Phillip Smith for these early photos.
Thank you!!
Led by the Concert Team of Vern O’Hara, Lauren
Aull, Zoe Lewis, Chris Mizis, Gini Merange,
Kimberley Phair, Agata Puglia & Josh Velez,
teachers, students, aides and the admin staff have
done a magnificent job and are to be congratulated
and thanked profusely. Special thanks to all
teachers who gave up their time on Sundays for cast
rehearsals.
Without the support of a large number of parents
costumes would not have been as fabulous – special
thanks to Helen Drew, Jane Duncan, Mary
Koulbanis, Vicki Carr and Allison Bowyer, and all
others who assisted, purchased, sewed or supplied
items.
Thanks also to Karin, Ross & Davis Leopold for
sets; Craig for lighting, Alice Blake & Fiona
Hiscock for co-ordinating catering; Rose Iser for
sets and props; Lachy MacLaren for lighting, Peter
Hormann for filming; Abby Richardson for the
Concert DVDs, Phillip Smith for photography,
The HUB for catering and the BBQ and to all
parents who supplied the delicious soups, snacks,
cakes and goodies.
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Curriculum News This week, Education Minister James Merlino
announced increased funding for schools as part of
the Education State Initiatives. Flemington PS was
granted equity funding of approx. $60,000 on top of
our usual funding lines.
For further details:
www.education.vic.gov.au/about/educationstate/Pa
ges/initiatives.aspx
New Pedagogies for Deep Learning Teachers at Flemington Primary have been working
to implement the New Pedagogies for Deep
Learning Framework over the last 12 months.
Led by David Meyer and supported by Sarah
Nightingale, Warwick Knight and James Thomas,
students have been learning in an innovative
Challenge Based Learning curriculum to address a
key education challenge:
How can we mobilise and foster new pedagogies
for deep learning in schools and leverage the
power of digital technologies?
Our school was selected as just one of 79 schools
in Victoria to participate in this International
research project based on the work of Professor
Michael Fullan of the University of Toronto.
1000 schools internationally are collaborating on
refining and implementing a digital rich inquiry
curriculum, better suited to the needs of our
children in the future. If you are interested in
learning more go to: http://npdl.global/ and www.education.vic.gov.au/school/teachers/support/Page
s/deeplearning.aspx
Digital News
Flemington has received a new router from DET
and Telstra technicians are managing the install and
implementation. This device will increase our
internet speed and the ability of teachers and
students to download and upload media faster and
without hiccups. This will be particularly
noticeable in the main building and the portables
where building materials hinder wireless transfer.
When we return in Term 4, the speeds should have
increased markedly.
Thanks Danh
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SRC News:
Tomorrow, the last day of Term 3, is ‘Show Your Colours Day’. This will be tying in with the AFL Grand final. On the last day of Term 3, staff and students are encouraged to wear their favourite football or sports team colours. It might be your favourite football, soccer or cricket team. Be proud and show your ‘True Colours’. We will collect a gold coin donation for a chosen charity. We look forward to seeing you all dressed up next Friday!
ART NEWS The grade 5/6 students have had great term creating all kinds of wonderful clay creations! REMEMBER all will be revealed at the Flemington Ceramics Show opening on the 19th of October.
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Community News
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Flemington Primary School SCHOOL UNIFORM
ORDER FORM
Prices as at September 2015 Opening times
Monday - 3.15pm - 3.45pm & Friday – 8.45am - 09.15am
CHILD’S NAME: DATE:
TEL. NO.: GRADE:
PRODUCT SIZE COST
$
SIZE
ORD
QTY
ORD
TOTAL
$
Back
Ord
Back Ord
Comp
POLO SHIRTS
Printed, short sleeved
Ch 4 – 16
$26.00
POLO SHIRTS
Printed, long sleeved
Ch 4 – 16
$28.00
WINDCHEATER
Printed fleecy, raglan sleeve
Ch 4 – 16
$32.00
BOMBER JACKET
Printed fleecy, 2 colour & studs
Ch 4 – 16
$43.00
TRACK PANTS
Standard fleecy, side pockets, reinforced knees
Ch 4 – 16
$25.00
PINAFORE
Detachable bib, side pocket, single pleated
adjustable skirt
Ch 4 - 6
Ch 8 – 10
Ch 12 - 16
$55.00
$60.00
$65.00
RUGBY KNIT UNISEX SHORTS
Elasticised & drawstring waist, side zip pocket.
Ch 4- 16
$22.00
RUGBY KNIT UNISEX SHORTS
Long Length
Ch 6-14 $22.00
SUMMER DRESS
Standard check, front buttons, collar, pocket
Ch 4 – 14
Ch 16
$39.00
$41.00
SUMMER DRESS
Long Length
Ch 4 - 14
Ch 16
$41.00
$43.00
CULOTTES
Elasticised waist bike shorts attached under
skirt
Ch 6 - 12 $25.00
WIDE BRIM HAT
Small / Medium / Large $13.00
SURF HAT
Large (GRADES 5 & 6 ONLY) $13.00
HIJAB
One Size $13.00
SCARF – with School Logo
Polar Fleece One Size $10.00
BEANIE – with School Logo
Polar Fleece Size - Child/Adult $10.00
RAIN JACKET (Navy lined – no logo) Ch 6 - 16 $28.00
SCHOOL BAG
Large $40.00
MUSIC TOP
White long sleeve printed back and front
Ch 6 - 16 $30.00
BREATHABLE SPORTS SHIRTS
Printed, short sleeve (GRADES 3-6 ONLY)
WEAR WHEN PARTICIPATING IN
SPORT
Ch 8 -16
$28.00
TOTAL AMOUNT DUE
ORDER FILLED BY: DATE:
AMOUNT PAID: $ RECEIPT NO: