16 October 2014

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DIARY DATES:

NOVEMBER

Monday 3 Curriculum Day—no school

Tuesday 4 Melbourne Cup Day—no school

Wednesday 5 Prep Swimming continues

Thursday 6 Prep 2015 Transition 2.15

Monday 10 Parent Info session for Anywhere Anytime 3.30

Wednesday 12 Prep Swimming continues

Thursday 13 Prep 2015 Transition 2.15

Friday 14 Prep Incursion—Travelling Kitchen

Friday 14 Assembly at 2.15

ARE YOU LEAVING? Are you leaving Roxburgh Homestead Primary School at the end of this year?

If so, please let us know asap to assist with our planning for 2015.

Name_______________________Year_______School in 2015__________________

Name_______________________Year_______School in 2015__________________ Name_______________________Year_______School in 2015__________________

School Review

Yesterday marked a significant milestone for our school community as our school went through a peer review. As we were

assigned a peer review, I was able to choose the panel to assist us in reviewing how our school has travelled over the past 4

years in terms of literacy, numeracy, and student well- being and attendance. Our panel consisted of the reviewer, two

principals of my choice and selected staff who hold key roles within our school. One of the principals who supported us for

the day was Fernando Ianni, Principal of Roxburgh College. Many of our grade 6 students transition into the College from

our school and we enjoy a positive relationship between schools. I would like to thank the following grade 6 students; Eman,

Rahmah, Belinay, Jade, Damon, Christopher, Mehmat Ali, Taylan, Anisa and Ali who were either a part of the school self -

evaluation or kicked off the review day by chatting with the review panel about their impressions of our school. It was a

long, exhausting, rigorous but highly productive day. We will receive our Review Report next week which will be shared with

School Council on November 17th. The recommendations will form the basis for our new strategic plan which will guide our

school for the next four years. It is an exciting time in our school’s history and we are really proud of the gains we have

made but acknowledge there is always room to improve. We continue to generate possibilities for our students through a

continued clear focus for learning that includes rigour and challenge. We have a clear mandate: to improve the learning and

empower every single student so they may have choices in life to pursue their dreams.

Barb & Anthony

16 October 2014

OUT OF SCHOOL HOUR CARE PROGRAM. CURRICULUM DAY NOVEMBER 3 As in previous years, we will NOT be running a program on the Monday before Cup Day. OUR LITTLE STAR Karina McCrow has been chosen as our Little Star this week because of the way she has made good choices and helped others. Good work Karina!!

2015 BOOKLISTS Your child/children would have bought home their 2015 booklists. You can pay in full (cash, cheque or eftpos) before

Tuesday, December 9th. You can also make weekly or fortnightly payments up until that date. Those making payments this

year may collect their book packs on Thursday, December 11th.

Those parents paying in full by cash, cheque or eftpos before December 9th will be placed in a draw to win a gift voucher to the

value of $100.

CANTEEN NEWS FOR HALLOWEEN Spooky food selection…..oooohhhh Over the counter sales on Friday 31st October Flies in jelly (sultanas in jelly) Spider web pizza (spider web made with the cheese topping) Bat blood muffins (red velvet muffins) Cups of worms (coloured noodles) Jack o lanterns (oranges) All $1.00

EXCITING NEWS!

The Anywhere Anytime Learning Program is almost ready to go! All students in Grade 3 and 4 will receive information

about the 2015 Anywhere Anytime Learning Program which will be starting in Grades 4 and 5 next year. This information

will include details of the program, the device selected-Lenovo 11e, cost and how parents can purchase the device for their

child through the JB HI-FI Education portal.

Another Information session for parents who were unable to attend in Term 3 will be held at 3.30pm on Monday 10th

November in the Gym foyer. If unable to attend at that time and you have questions please contact Maree Leopold during

school hours.

Every Day Counts… How do you feel about our improved attendance for term 3?

I feel proud that we had less late arrivals to school than in term 2 – Amber-Rose Irwin.

I feel that it’s really good that we have improved so much from term 2. We halved the amount of people late – Angel

Soubjaki.

What will we do next as a grade to keep on improving?

We need to keep improving by coming on time and being here every day – Tyler Harms.

I would like to halve our lateness again for term 4. We could have a prize for anybody who comes in on time all term –

Zeiad Elmahdi.

In Grade 5 Pat we discussed the importance of being at school on time. We have noticed that we have improved

our punctuality from term 2 to term 3. This has stopped us from missing out on important information at the start

of the day and also meant there have been less disruptions to our learning. To make further improvement we are

going to aim to be more organised at home and making sure we have an early night so we are active and ready to

start the day.

By Emma and Joseph (5 Pat)

16 October 2014

Roxburgh

Community

Hubs Term 4

Expression of Interest

Name: _______________________Contact number: ____________________

School:_______________________ Number of people attending: _________

All courses are run in English, there are free English classes in the hubs.

A minimum number of 10 people must enrol in order for the course to run.

Please complete this form and return to your school office

Level 1 First Aid Certificate: HLTAID002 Provide basic emergency life support.

This 4 hour course specifically designed for parents that includes information on asthma, anaphylaxis, drowning

and burns. The session consist of discussions, demonstrations, practical activities and the assessments.

Cost: $100 per person. Venue to be announced.

Safe Food Handling Certificate

Cost: $100 per person. Venue to be announced.

From garden to Table FREE Cooking and gardening with other parents and students

Parents and kids growing workshop FREE

Hands-on workshop in the school garden. Learn about growing vegetables.

English (EAL) Classes for adults FREE دورة اللغة الانجليزية

Işe hazırlanma programı

If you need help understanding this document please contact the school.

.إذا ك نت ب حاجة إل ى م ساعدة ف ي ف هم هذه ال وث ي قة ي رجى الات صال ب ال مدر سة

Eğer bu yazıyı anlamak için yardıma ihtiyaciniz varsa ofise başvurunuz.

16 October 2014

Playgroups

Children are developing gross and fine motor skills through outdoor play and craft activates. We provide cognitive,

language, problem solving and social skill development through play-based activities.

Assyrian/ Chaldean Playgroup

Roxburgh Rise Primary School

9305 4334

Mondays 9:30am – 11:30pm

Park Open Playgroup

Roxburgh Park Primary School

9303 9335

Tuesdays 9:00am – 11:00am

Rise Open Playgroup

Roxburgh Rise Primary School

9305 4334

Tuesdays 10:00am – 12:00pm

Sri Lankan Playgroup

Roxburgh Rise Primary School

9305 4334

Wednesdays 10:30am – 12:30pm

Homestead Playgroup

Roxburgh Homestead Primary School

9305 1688

Thursdays 9:15am – 11:00am

Park Open Playgroup

Roxburgh Park Primary School

9303 9335

Fridays 9:00am – 11:00am

Rise

English (EAL) Classes for adults FREE

When: Thursdays Time: 11:00am – 1:00pm Teacher: Jamil

Parent group meetings FREE

When: Mondays Time: 2:30pm – 3:15pm Leader: Figen

From Garden to Table Community garden and cooking program FREE

Homestead

English (EAL) Classes for adults FREE

When: Thursdays Time: 1:30pm – 3:15pm Teacher: Sally

Park

English (EAL) Classes for adults FREE

When: Fridays Time: 11:00am – 1:00pm Teacher: Jamil

From Garden to Table Community garden and cooking program FREE

16 October 2014

LEARN TO SWIM VICSWIM Summer Kidz Program is a great way for your child to learn how to swim and stay safe in & around water! Enrol now for summer $25* for 5 sessions (an additional entry cost my apply at some pools.)

SUMMER TENNIS PROGRAMS

TENNIS WHIZ : 3-5 yrs HOT SHOTS: under 12yrs GROUP SESSIONS: 12yrs + CARDIO TENNIS: fitness LADIES PROGRAMS: social MEN’S PROGRAM

PRIVATE

More Information call: 9333-652

www.completetennis.com.au

Tennis is a great sport for the whole

family to learn and play together. The

tennis club has many play opportunities

for all ages and standards.

Greenvale and Craigieburn Tennis Clubs

16 October 2014