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Don’t forget to check out the school’s website www.californiagullyps.vic.edu.au
School Assembly starts at 8.55 a.m. Please be on time!
Every Tuesday and Wednes-
day 10.00 a.m. - 12.00 p.m.
Playgroup
FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Thursday July 18th 2013
From the Principal 1
Calendar 2
School Photo Day 3
Community Breakfast 2
Healthy Living 4
Students of the Week 5
Parents’ Club News 6
Playgroup 6
Community Notices 8
Inside this issue:
The Bell Topper
Volume 31 No. 21
CALIFORNIA GULLY PRIMARY SCHOOL
P.O. Box 88 California Gully 3556 Phone: 5446-8393 Fax: 5446-3115 Email: [email protected] Website: www.californiagullyps.vic.edu.au
Calendar
Friday July 19th
School Photo Day
Monday July 22nd
School Council Meeting
Wednesday July 24th
Soccer Carnival
Friday July 26th
Parents’ Club Meeting
Tuesday July 30th
The NED Show
Friday August 16th
Parents’ Club Meeting
WELCOME BACK I trust our school community has had an enjoyable break and the
children are refreshed and ready for an enjoyable and productive
term 3.
TERM 3 EVENTS The following is a list of some of the activities taking place this
term.
SCHOOL PHOTO’s this Friday July 19th
Classroom teachers have been busily preparing their programs in
readiness for an exciting term. Units of Work to be covered this
term include:
The Junior Unit will be studying China as part of an Asian studies
theme and ‘The Olden Days’. The children in the middle and senior
school are studying Natural Disasters.
Literacy & Numeracy Week will take place the week beginning the
29th July and we have a number of activities organised for the stu-
dents plus a family night. Details of all events will be forwarded
shortly.
The Ned Show will occur during Literacy and Numeracy Week and
focuses on never giving up, encouraging others and doing your best.
Qualities we reinforce with the children through our school values;
Respect, Care and Personal Best. The show is run internationally
and should be very enjoyable.
Book Week is the week beginning August 19th and again we will
have a number of activities to celebrate the benefits and enjoyment
we get from reading regularly and the fabulous authors from
around Australia and the rest of the world.
Interschool Sports There are a number of sporting events on this
term including football, netball, soccer and basketball.
Performing Arts Program School Performance Tours will be pre-
senting ‘Monsters In My Wardrobe’ on the last day of term!
WEBPAGE Don’t forget to view our webpage regularly it is continually being
updated with the latest school news, policies, photos and notes or
forms which you have missed.
Don’t forget to check out the school’s website www.californiagullyps.vic.edu.au
School Assembly starts at 8.55 a.m. Please be on time!
PAGE 2 THE BELL TOPPER FROM THE PRINCIPAL
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
July 22nd- July
26th
School Council
Meeting 7.30
p.m.
Soccer Carnival Student Bank-
ing Day
Parents’ Club
Meeting
July 29th– Au-
gust 2nd
“The NED Show” Student Bank-
ing Day
August 5th–
August 9th
Student Bank-
ing Day
August 12th–
August 16th
Student Bank-
ing Day
Parents’ Club
Meeting
PROMOTING OUT SCHOOL We are always looking at ways of promoting our school to new families. I believe one of the
most effective ways to promote the school is through you, the parents. If you know anyone
moving into our area, has a child attending your child’s pre-school or who has a Prep child
for next year and is considering their school enrolment options, then talk to them about our
school and please invite them contact the school and set up a time for a tour.
POSITIVE PARTNERSHIPS - SUPPORTING SCHOOL AGE STUDENTS ON THE AUTISM SPECTRUM Information regarding free workshops for parents or carers of children on the autism spec-
trum is inside today’s newsletter.
Jason Lee Principal
Thanks to Empowering Eaglehawk, The Eaglehawk Football Club and the Peter Krenz Leisure Centre/
YMCA we commenced our community breakfast program for all families (parents are more than wel-
come to attend) and staff of California Gully on Friday April 26th. The community breakfast program
will resume for term 3 tomorrow, Friday July 19th at 8 a.m. If you require any further information please
contact Kerryn or Nicole.
We would also like to acknowledge the assistance of Roger King’s IGA in Eaglehawk for providing the
food for the breakfast and their weekly donation of fruit for the Fresh Fruit Friday program in the Junior
School.
EGGS FOR SALE Our girls are busy laying lots of eggs, $2.50 a dozen. See Wendy in the grade 3/4 room. If families have vegie scraps, stale bread or they would like to cook up some pasta or rice and bring it to my room in the morning the girls would really appreciate it. Wendy Ennor
Don’t forget to check out the school’s website www.californiagullyps.vic.edu.au
School Assembly starts at 8.55 a.m. Please be on time!
School Photo Day is this year scheduled for TOMORROW, Friday July 19th.
Envelopes were sent home on the last day of Term 2. Each envelope is individually named for each
student and these envelopes are the only envelopes to be used when ordering photographs. If the origi-
nal envelope is lost - only then can a spare blank envelope be used and these are available from the
school office.
If you require a photo of all the children you currently have attending California Gully Primary School
you will need to collect a “Family Photo Envelope” from the office.
Prices for the School Photo Packs are: Portrait Pack Only (Includes 1 x 18cmx13cm, 2 x 13cmx9cm, 4 x 8.9cmx6.3cm) $19.00 Group Only $22.00 Basic Pack (Includes 1 x Group Photo, 1 x 18cmx13cm, 2 x 13cmx9cm, 4 x 8.9cmx6.3cm) $29.00 Value Pack (Includes 1 x Group Photo, 3 x 18cmx13cm, 2 x 13cmx9cm, 4 x 8.9cmx6.3cm) $32.00 Premium Pack
(Includes 1 x Group Photo, 1 x 25cmx20cm, 2 x 18cm13cm, 4 x 13cmx9cm, 4x 8.9cmx6.3cm) $36.00 Please Note: The Basic, Value and Premium Packs also include Low Resolution Portrait
Download Online for 1 year.
All envelopes need to be returned on the day whether you are purchasing photographs or not.
Money is to be included in the envelope and handed to the photographer on photo day; sorry no
late orders can be accepted and you cannot tell the photographer you will “pay later”. If there is
no payment included in the envelope there will be no photographs issued.
So that the school photo day runs smoothly please make sure that your children are at school on time,
and wearing school uniform colours.
Positive Partnerships- Supporting school age students on the Autism Spectrum
FREE One day and Two day Workshop and Information Sessions for PARENTS/CARERS
of school age students on the autism spectrum
The Positive Partnerships initiatives have been developed and delivered by Partnerships between Edu-
cation and the Autism Community (PEAC) and funded by the Australian Government Department of
Education, Employment and Workplace Relations through the Helping Children with Autism package.
What will PARENTS/CARERS LEARN? a greater understanding of the impact of autism both at school and at home
knowledge about how to develop effective parent, school and teacher partnerships
information about local school system’s processes
opportunities to network and share strategies with other parents/carers and key community mem-
bers
opportunities for discussion around a range of topics relevant to students with an ASD and their
families
Some key community representatives that support families living with autism will be identified and invit-
ed to participate in the workshop with a view to supporting a community focus beyond the workshop.
To see if there is a Workshop location near our school visit the website www.positivepartnerships.com.au. If you are not able to attend a workshop the website has FREE
resources, interactive modules and information about autism.
Positive Partnerships Workshop Information Line number: 1300 881 971
Don’t forget to check out the school’s website www.californiagullyps.vic.edu.au
School Assembly starts at 8.55 a.m. Please be on time!
GREAT TIPS FOR HEALTHY KIDS TIP 28. PLAYNG SPORT PROMOTES HEALTH Playing sport is a terrific way to stay fit. Whether it’s tennis or a team sport like soccer, the regular training that’s
necessary provides lots of opportunity to be active. Team sports also help kids develop social skills, like co-
operation and tolerance.
Expose your kids to lots of different sports and physical activities. They may find they have a natural talent for
one or more of them.
Some kid’s don’t enjoy playing traditional sports. They can feel the odd one out when they don’t join in the usual
sports that other kids are involved in.
For these kids, there are lots of alternatives. They might try rock-climbing, dancing, gymnastics or one of the
martial arts such as karate or judo. Whatever the child’s interests and abilities, there will be some sport or activity
that will appeal.
What you can do NOW Practise basic sporting skills such as throwing a ball, skipping and hopping
with your kids. If your kids play sport such as soccer, hockey, football or netball, have them
fitted with mouth guards. Top Tip
Avoid giving kids sweets and doughnuts for ener-
gy when they play sport. Stick to fruits and plenty
of water, am ore nutritious snacks afterwards.
Good Idea!
Consider becoming a
coach for your child’s
team sport. That way you
get to spend time with
them, get to know their
team mates, and get fit
too.
Asthma tips for Parents and Carers this Winter Winter can be a hard time for people with asthma as could weather, coughs, colds and the flu can bring on more symptoms and attacks. The common cold is caused by a virus and it is important to try not to cough and sneeze near
other people, and to wash hands properly to prevent passing on the infection. The flu is differ-ent to the common cold and can be a much more serious viral infection.
People with asthma are recommended to have an annual influenza vaccination (the flu shot). Preventing the flu protects people with asthma, as those with asthma are often unwell for long-er and have a much harder time recovering from the flu.
Make sure your child’s asthma is well-controlled; this will help them to bounce back quicker from a cough or cold and will help prevent asthma attacks when they are unwell.
Some medications and herbal remedies that we use for colds and flu can make asthma worse. Speak to your doctor or pharmacist about any concerns you may have.
Antibiotics are not normally prescribed for the common cold, or influenza, as these medications will not help a cold get better. Effective medications may include paracetamol and decongest-ants; however seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist before purchasing them for your child.
Suggested remedies for the flu and the common cold are: rest, staying hydrated by drinking plenty of water, staying away from cigarette smoke, using steam inhalation, gargling with salty water for a sore throat and seeking medical advice if concerned at any time.
For more information on the common cold, medications and references used in this article please see the Better Health Channel (State Government of Victoria) - www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au and the NPS website - www.nps.org.au. Contact The Asthma Foundation of Victoria on 1800 ASTHMA (1800 278 462) or www.asthma.org.au.
Don’t forget to check out the school’s website www.californiagullyps.vic.edu.au
School Assembly starts at 8.55 a.m. Please be on time!
Congratulations to the following students on being named Student of The Week
for their positive attitude to school and social values.
Friday June 28th
Prep Peacock: Aaron B. - For being a “Star Skipper”.
Liam C. - For careful sounding out when writing in his diary.
Charlie M. - For being a “Star Skipper”.
1/2 Carroll Reilly: Samuel C. - For being willing to try the strawberry jam at the Breakfast Program and
liking it!
1/2 Christian: Myan P. - For his wonderful work ethic and always putting in 100% effort.
Keesha W. - For her excellent work ethic and friendly manner.
3/4 Ennor: Lani McC. - For always being happy, co-operative and polite.
Isabel P. - For working well in all class activities.
4/5 Watt: Lachlan F. - For exceptional behaviour when representing our school on the excursion to
the Melbourne Museum.
Paris S. - For exceptional behaviour while representing our school at the Melbourne
Museum.
5/6 Windridge: Kayla F. - For being an excellent assistant for Mrs. Windridge at Jump Rope for Heart.
Sharlee L. - For completing the Premiers’ Reading Challenge.
Healthy Snack Alternatives
It is not uncommon to hear children requesting snacks such as ‘a packet of chips’, ‘some soft drink’ or a ‘chocolate biscuit’. It is sometimes difficult to say no because the more nu-
tritious alternatives are not as appealing or quick to prepare. Below are some suggestions for more nutritious alternatives for snacks.
Healthy Alternatives
Packet of chips (crisps)
Air-popped pop corn, rice cakes with cottage cheese, rice crackers with salsa, microwaved pappadums, a small
handful of cereal, wholegrain crackers and vegemite
Corn chips & cheese dip
Carrot sticks with home-made hummus or tzatziki dip, low fat cheese slices and wholegrain crackers
Chocolate biscuit Home made muesli slice or a bowl of cereal with low fat milk, wholemeal raisin toast
Ice-cream Frozen low fat yoghurt, natural yoghurt drizzled with honey or low fat custard with fresh fruit
Take-away pizza Home-made pita pizzas topped with vegetables and low fat mozzarella
Lollies Fresh fruit cut up, dried fruit and nut mix or frozen fruit, e.g. grapes
Jump Rope for Heart Thank you to everyone for their support with
Jump Rope for Heart. We have sent off $611 to
the Heart Foundation. It usually takes a few
weeks for sponsorship prizes to arrive.
PJ Day We raised $148 on PJ Day. Thanks to the children who dressed up
in their pyjamas and gave a gold coin donation. JSC will put this
money towards a project for our school.
Don’t forget to check out the school’s website www.californiagullyps.vic.edu.au
School Assembly starts at 8.55 a.m. Please be on time!
P.O. Box 88
California Gully 3556
Phone: 5446-8393
Fax: 5446-3115
Email: [email protected]
PARENTS CLUB NEWS
PLAYGROUP Tuesdays and Wednesdays
10.00 a.m. - 12.00 p.m.
in the Outside School Hours Care room. Looking to meet other mums or new friends for your little ones? Come on over and join us her at Cal. Gully
Playgroup!! Bring along a piece of fruit to share, a healthy snack, drink bottle and hat. All Welcome!!!
Next Sessions: Tuesday July 23rd - Activity to be confirmed.
Wednesday June 24th - Activity to be confirmed.
Join us on Facebook: www.facebook/calgullyplaygroup1
Parents’ Club Meeting The next meeting of the Parents’ Club will be held tomorrow, Friday July 26th at
9.05 a.m. in the conference room, we look forward to some new faces joining us.
Parents’ Club Lunch Orders Lunch orders will be every second WEDNESDAY. Please place correct money in the envelope
when sending the orders to school. Children need to place their lunch orders in the pink tub in
the office by 9.30 a.m. on Friday. If your child is absent on lunch order day, please let the office
know so we can organise a refund.
“Foneraiser” Mobile Phone Recycling All families would have received a satchel for old mobile phones. We will earn cash
from “Foneraiser” for each mobile phone we send them throughout 2013. Not only do
we raise funds for or school but we are also helping the environment at the same
time!
Trolley Tokens The Parents’ Club still have a limited number of Trolley Tokens available for $3.00 each. Availa-
ble are “Grumpy Old Man” (2), Soccer Ball (4) and Dog (5). If interested you can purchase these
from the school office.
Fathers’ Day Stall The Parents’ Club will once again be holding a Fathers’ day stall this
year. The stall will be held on Friday August 30th (Fathers’ Day is Sun-
day September 1st). To help make the stall a success the Parents’ Club
are seeking donations of gifts to be sold on the day or a gold coin to go
towards the purchase of gifts. These donations can be left in the office.
Fathers’ Day Raffle The Parents’ Club will also be conducting a Fathers’ Day raffle, tickets
will be sent home soon we already have some terrific prizes lined up
that any Dad would be thrilled own!
Go to the Playgroup page on the
school’s website for more
information
www.californiagullyps.vic.edu.au
Don’t forget to check out the school’s website www.californiagullyps.vic.edu.au
School Assembly starts at 8.55 a.m. Please be on time!
Don’t forget to check out the school’s website www.californiagullyps.vic.edu.au
School Assembly starts at 8.55 a.m. Please be on time!
Do your children have asthma or allergies?
Are you a part of the local footy team, scouts club or netball club?
Do you worry about your children’s asthma when they are not at home? Learn practical strategies for helping your children to live well with asthma each day from
people who know. Join The Asthma Foundation of Victoria’s online forum. Ask a question, share your sto-ry, meet with others in your area. Call (03) 9326 7088 for more information or follow the link below.
forum.asthma.org.au
