School News

14th December,2017

Values:

Respect Excellence Co-operation Responsibility School Mission- The community of Glenroy West Primary School works in partnership to inspire every child to do their best and encourages them to grow and achieve excellence

School Vision - Inspire, Grow, Achieve

IMPORTANT DATES FOR YOUR CALENDAR

School Website: www.glenroywestps.vic.edu.au

Term 4

December

Friday 15th-Thursday 21st December inclusive-Swimming Program begins

Monday 18th December-Grade 6 Graduation at 6.00pm

Wednesday 20th December- Children to meet the teacher and new class

Thursday 21st December-Whole School Picnic & Carols

Friday 22nd December-Last day dismissal at 1.30pm

Dear Parents and Guardians, Reminder- First school day 2018 It might seem early to be talking about school next year but it’s helpful with your holiday planning to know Glenroy West’s dates. Children in Foundation- Year 6 begin the 2018 school year on Tuesday 30th January. Staff news Mrs. Fuller will be leaving Glenroy West Primary School at the end of 2017, to seek leadership opportunities at another school in 2018. On behalf of the School Council, students and staff, I would like to personally thank Mrs. Fuller for her wonderful assistance and support throughout the last 18 months. The students, staff and parents will certainly join me in wishing Mrs. Fuller all the best for the future and the success that the new role will bring. All the best Emma and we hope you enjoy your new position. Pam and Staff Kinder visits Our 2018 preps visited their classrooms on Tuesday as part of their transition process into school. The children met their new teacher and began making friends. We look forward to meeting all our families next year.

School Mission- The community of Glenroy West Primary School works in partnership to inspire every child to do their best and encourages them to grow and achieve excellence

School Vision - Inspire, Grow, Achieve

Christmas Celebrations Stall-Friday 15th December Don’t miss out. Christmas gifts available from $1.00-$2.00 on Friday 15th December. Year 6 Graduation Ceremony- Monday 18th December Our special night for the year 6 students will be conducted in the Hall at school. The evening commences at 6.00pm sharp. Tickets are now available. Glenroy West Primary School internal transition day –Wednesday 20th December This is the day when the children Years P-5 will meet their new teacher (where possible) and meet the children they will be with in their new 2018 classes. The children will spend the majority of their day in their new classrooms. This is part of our transition program to help children feel relaxed about their teacher and class group before the holiday period. A significant amount of time has been put into balancing he grades. Considerations for grades include gender, special needs, staffing, academic achievement and a friend. 2018 School Fees Parents and guardians are welcome to pay for book packs and fees or make part payments before the 22nd December. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. Class Parties Classes will hold break up parties on Wednesday 20th December. In order to provide some balance in what is brought to school, teachers will make requests for certain types of foods avoiding large quantities of fatty and sugary foods being brought. We thank you for your support. Any allergies or dietary requirements please speak to your child’s class teacher.

Reminder about our last day assembly and dismissal Children will be dismissed from their classrooms on December 22nd at 1.30pm for the term 4 holidays. This will follow our whole school assembly in the hall beginning at 12.45pm

Parents and friends are most welcome to join us. Christmas Carols & School Picnic- Thursday 21ST December,2017 Students will be performing their Christmas Carols in the Hall after swimming on Thursday 21st December. This will be followed by the School Picnic in the afternoon. Hopefully, Santa may make a quick visit to say ‘hello’ to the girls and boys. We would love to see parents, grandparents and friends come along Ho Ho Ho!

School Mission- The community of Glenroy West Primary School works in partnership to inspire every child to do their best and encourages them to grow and achieve excellence

School Vision - Inspire, Grow, Achieve

Chess club Chess Club has concluded for the 2017 year. Thank you to Endre for training and coaching children across the school. An increasing number of children have expressed interest in learning the skills of chess which helps improve memory, concentration, and develops logical thinking and also promoting imagination and creativity. We hope to continue this program next year. Reports Student end of year reports will be available to view online on COMPASS on the afternoon of December 18th. The reports will reflect the last 6 months in English, mathematics, health and physical education, visual arts, Indonesian language learning and the last learning inquiry update. Parents will need to use their password which was released earlier this year. Each student will be bringing home their individual portfolio for the family to enjoy over the holiday period. We would appreciate the white folders to be returned for the following year. Thankyou. School Uniform and Policy A reminder that a school uniform at Glenroy West Primary School is compulsory and all students are expected to wear a full uniform at all times. A consistent school uniform creates a sense of collective and individual pride in students and their identification with the school. Students must wear their uniform whilst:

During school hours( unless specified)

When engaged in school activities out of school hours or when representing the

school

Sporting events, including Interschool sport and representative teams

School photo days

Attending all excursions

A copy of our uniform policy is on our school website. Reminder- Swimming Program Dates- 15th-21st December Are you leaving the area or do you need to enrol your Prep child for 2018? We are soon to begin our class placements and teachers for next year. Please contact the office if you are still to enrol your child for prep next year or alternatively let us know if

your child/children will not be joining us in 2018.Please give the school a call on 9306-8955 or alternatively inform the office. School Uniform available online Dear Parents/carers, Please be advised you can also purchase school uniform online on our school website under Student, then click on Uniform and go to essential Clothing on their website. FREE DELIVERY AVAILABLE. Deborah is present on a Wednesday for school uniform purchase from 9-11am.Phone Debra at Essential Clothing on-Phone Mobile: 0409 185 524 Kind regards Pamela Streete Principal

Pamela Streete Principal

For demonstrating the PYP Learner profile of ‘Balanced’ and ‘Reflective’ by taking care of the physical environment of the school daily and always ensuring the gates are secure and locked. Well done Krishna Well done Sam.

Krishna H Sam B

Ms Emma Fuller Assistant Principal

For demonstrating commitment to achieving a silver certificate on Mathletics. For demonstrating confidence in wearing his new glasses.

Demitha Andrew

Foundation A Ms Eyigun

For being enthusiastic during Reader’s Theatre and reading with expression. For showing commitment during his reading activities.

Luke Rohan

Foundation B Ms Bryers

For showing independence when completing her Numeracy each morning. For always showing appreciation and respect to our classroom environment.

Subana Mayra

1/2A-Ms Wheeler For displaying all characteristics of the learner profile both inside and outside the classroom.

Mikaela Xavier

1/2B-Mr Hoatson For enthusiastically sharing her knowledge of the countries of the world. For reflecting on the organization of his writing and structuring his ideas in sentences.

Maryam Tej

1/2C-Ms Luke

For showing enthusiasm in her reading. For being an inquirer by asking questions and sharing her ideas.

Sarah Seray

3/4A-Ms Kowalski For his commitment to doing his best work in reading and writing For being caring and inclusive of everyone in our class

Aarhan Dilmi

3/4B- Ms Tchung

For showing commitment in her learning this semester. For applying his knowledge about Fractions and Decimals to assist others.

Alex Miguel

3/4C- Mrs Mendham

For being a risk taker during Numeracy. For being Caring towards their classmate.

Baran Macrena, Matilda Apekshya

5/6A-Mr Clarke For being an inquirer in her reading in asking literal, inferential and evaluative questions. For being knowledgeable in all areas of the curriculum.

Krishna Amaan

5/6B-Ms Edwards

For being a principled and reflective communicator in the classroom, working collaboratively with his peers. For working collaboratively and using fantastic organisation/self-management skills in creating and running his lemonade stall for inquiry.

Emirhan Sam

PE –Ms Webster

For always showing enthusiasm towards their learning.

Rohaan 12A Jenan 12B

Indonesian Ms Ooi

For being very creative with their video recording project to introduce our school.

Emirhan Eray