WEEKLY NEWSLETTER No. 31 Wednesday,

22nd October, 2014

Northgateway, Langwarrin 3910 Tel: 03 9775 7533 Fax: 03 9775 9264

Email: langwarrin.park.ps@edumail.vic.gov.au Website: www.langwarrinparkps.vic.edu.au

CONGRATULATIONS -

Jayden Trim & Harrison Flyger, regional athletics competition: Jayden (6/12) won gold in discus & silver in shot put and Harrison (6/12) silver in discus;

LPPS Students: for raising $7678.70 in our annual Walkathon. The class that raised the highest amount was Prep 3 with $858.00;

Broden & Lincoln Webb: Broden (2/25) and Lincoln (1/28) rode in the Ride4Kids Day in Wonthaggi last weekend. Together they raised $600 for Challenge – Supporting Kids With Cancer.

A WIN FOR’THE BOSS’ The LPPS art Department entered a competition supported by Bunnings Frankston for the best scarecrow. I am delighted to announce that our children’s entry won the overall competition for the best entry. What a great effort by our art students and their teacher Mrs. Barrett.

SCHOOL REVIEW - Next week LPPS will undertake its triennial review. A Department of Education sponsored reviewer will examine the details of how our school is performing and determine a suggested course of action for us in the next three years. From this review we will formulate our strategic plan which is basically a business plan that will assist the school to move forward over this period. We will be assisted in our deliberations by two local principals. I will report on the findings of the review in the next Newsletter. YEAR 3 CAMP - This morning 85 very excited Year 3 children boarded buses that will take them to their first camp at Mt. Morton in the beautiful Dandenong Ranges. The camping program at LPPS is extensive because we believe that it plays an integral part in developing the social and emotional skills of our children. For most of these students it will be their first night away from family or relatives. It will be an opportunity to grow in resilience and overcome some personal inhibitions but also to participate in some fun and educative activities along the way. We will keep you updated on their progress via the Skoolbag app.

Ray Flanagan

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Please Note: THE FINANCE OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED – all day TUESDAY 11TH NOVEMBER Professional Development for Finance staff New technology - new QKR mobile payments app for parents. School Council approved innovation for 2015 Apology for the inconvenience PAYMENTS DUE -

Year 2—Coal Creek—$30 due 22nd October

Term 4 Music program payments—due 24th October

Year 6 2 x 2 Sports - $60 due 31st October

Year 5 Triathlon (for eligible students) $12 due 5th November

Year 6 Graduation Bear—$16 due 28th November

Year 6 Signature Photo Frame—$30 due 28th November

Year 6 Movie Day - $15 due 10th December Unless an arrangement has been made with the Finance Office, music classes will cease for those children who have an outstanding Term 4 music account. As indicated previously due date for payments is Friday, 24th October. Please contact the Finance Office if you wish to discuss this matter. Please check the planning guide on Page 4

in this newsletter for details of upcoming activities and due dates for payment. Please note that if you are using the BPAY option, payment will need to be made 3 working days prior to the due date (to allow for bank processing). Parents are required to apply in writing for credit refunds for activities not attended. Only part credit will be approved for activities that require pre-payment ie. bus transportation, entrance fees, pre-ticket sales etc. Sue Guest, Business Manager

Last week we sent home the information on 2 great fundraisers. Its coming into that time of year when time is really short. Heather Brae Supa Slices and Biscuits are a great idea to have something a little special ready to go when you have to take something or when friends and family drop in - orders due back 7th November. Our second form was Vision Portraits (14th and 15th November). Now this one is awesome, a great way to remember 2014 and get this - at the outdoor ses-sion you are allowed to bring your pets. My son and our dog think this is fantastic, she is a part of our family and now she can be included in our family portrait - book your session online. Spare forms are available at the office if you need them. Other dates to lock in for this term are

Casual Dress - 29th October

Portraits - Vision Photography - Friday 14th & Saturday 15th November

Choc Top Day - Wednesday 26th November

End of year Disco - Wednesday, December 10th, during the day.

Have a great week Our email address for anyone to send ideas, feedback or just to let us know if you can help is langparkpfc@gmail.com Thank you for your support Narelle Richmond PFC President 0403 592 208 langparkpfc@gmail.com

LANGWARRIN PARK PRIMARY SCHOOL—KNOWN, OR LIKELY, END-OF-YEAR DEPARTURE RESPONSE SLIP—not necessary for children at Level 6

My child(ren) , currently in Grade

My child(ren) , currently in Grade

My child(ren) , currently in Grade

* will not be attending LPPS next year. Report forms and transfer details will be required from LPPS.

Anticipated departure date : Likely destination :

* may not be attending LPPS next year. Likely destination :

Signed : (Parent / Guardian)

CONGRATULATIONS: VICKI CHARLTON (Mum of Cooper 3/24) On Sunday 12th October, a very nervous but excited Vicki participated in the Melbourne marathon – 42.2 km. What makes the story so special is that Vicki only started running 2 years ago. Vicki completed her first marathon in 4 hours and 40 minutes. Anyone who has completed a marathon will know it is about mental toughness and to finish it is an amazing achievement. Well done Vicki, you are a great role model! SOUTHERN METROPOLITAN REGIONAL ATHLETICS - Last Thursday 16 of our students competed at Casey Fields for the Regional Athletics. These students are the top students from some 360 schools. Congratulations to the following students: 10 Years:

Ella Roberton – finalist shot put

Amber Kamau – finalist triple jump

Oscar Phillips – finalist 200m, 800m

Girls 4 x 100m relay – (Ella Roberton, Kiralee Turver, Amber Kamau, Shayla Jansz) finalists

Boys 4 x 100m relay – (Oscar Phillips, Ben Charles, Billy Powell, Riley Staggard) finalists 11 Years:

Boys 4 x 100m relay – (Tighe Perkins, Tahj Rousell, Josh Kennedy, Josh Seppings)

12/13 Years:

Jayden Trim – 1st Shot Put, 2nd Discus

Harry Flyger – 2nd Discus

Achol Mathiang – finalist Long Jump and Triple Jump Jayden and Harry have now qualified for the State finals at Albert Park on Monday 27th October; an amazing result. Congratulations and good luck. YEAR 5/6 HOOPTIME - Last Monday the following Year 5 and 6 students competed at the Regional finals at Dandenong. Playing well as a team, the girls won 4 of their 6 Round Robin games to progress through to the Grand Final. In a very tight final, the girls went down to Berwick Fields 14 – 12; just 2 points away from qualifying for the State Championships. Still an amazing effort girls; well done. Thank you to the parents who supported our students and assisted with transport.

5/7 – Caitlin Bakos, Holly McDonnell, Macey Geddes

6/9 – Caitlyn Dempsey, Tanashae Lee, Sophie Allen, Jade Collins

6/11 – Keely Paxton UP AND COMING EVENTS - Term 4 is a busy time for our students; please take note of the following dates:

Year 6 Interschool Softball (Boys Team) – Wednesday 22nd October (Northern Peninsula Divisional Finals—no cost)

Year 5 Triathlon – class times to be finalised, but Week 6 & 7.

Year 6 2 x 2 Sport – Fridays 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th November ($60)

Year 5 Swimming Sports – Monday 24th November (No Cost)

Year 4 Swimming Sports – Wednesday 26th November (No Cost)

Year 5 Swimming Sports - Thursday 27th November (No Cost)

Year 5 2 x 2 Sport – Fridays 5th and 12th and Mondays 8th and 15th December ($60)

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LANGWARRIN CRICKET CLUB - As you may be aware, the 2014/15 season is an enormous one for the Langwarrin Cricket Club, as we celebrate our 60th anniversary. To mark this momentous occasion, we are turning the weekend of the 8th and 9th of November into a weekend of celebrating. On Saturday the 8th of November the Frankston RSL will play host to our 60th Anniversary ball. On this night we will pay tribute to the past, present and future of the club that you were a major part of, induct new life members and announce the lat-est Team of the Decade. The following day, Sunday the 9th of November we will be hosting all past players for a pleasant Sunday afternoon at Lloyd Park from 12:30pm. Our first XI will be taking on old rivals Pearcedale in a T20 match, specially produced Langwarrin CC beer will be available for consumption, and everyone's favourite larrikin Billy Brownless will be the special guest host of the day. Upon completion of the T20 game, we will have a 2 hour happy hour inside the club rooms. Tickets are still available for the 60th Anniversary ball, and can be purchased by contacting:

Craig Morrow on 0418 104 907 or email craig-morrow@outlook.com

Jack Heverin on 0409 977 582 or email jack.heverin@crocmedia.com

Alan Davie on 0400 889 952 or email alan@amindustrial.com.au

We look forward to seeing you for this huge weekend! Regards Scott Morrow Secretary Langwarrin Cricket Club http://www.langwarrincc.com

Parents Victoria Online Conference October 2014 & May 2015

First four days: 6am Monday 27 October 2014 to 11pm

Thursday 30 October (Australian Eastern Standard time)

Register (for no cost) at: http://www.straighttothepoint.co/pv/register/

Principals, headmasters and teachers are invited to inform parents of this no-cost opportunity for discussion and debate

and encourage their participation

The four one-day topics are Homework, Access, Re-porting and BYOD (Bring Your Own Device). The on-going topic of Funding, an additional topic, will run for the entire four days. There will also be an opportunity for participants to raise other issues. DAY 1: Monday 27 October: Homework - how much and when? Hosted by: Victoria Hall, DEECD & Leanne McCurdy, Parents Victoria DAY 2: Tuesday 28 October: Access. How and why is it important to you for your child to have access to high quality state school education in your local community? Hosted by Catherine Hall, Our Children Our Schools & Elaine Crowle, Parents Victoria DAY 3: Wednesday 29 October: Reporting. What do you really want to know about your child's progress at school? When and how would you prefer to receive this information? Hosted by Kathryn Patford, DEECD & Nicole Sweeney, Parents Victoria DAY 4: Thursday 30 October: BYOD (Bring Your

Own Device). BYOD is a fast-growing trend in our schools; how is this working for your family? Hosted by Peter Maggs, DEECD & Sharron Healy, Parents Vic-toria FOUR-DAY ONGOING TOPIC: 27-30 October inclu-sive: Funding. What should the government pay for? What, when and how should assistance be provided for disadvantaged students?

Langwarrin Park Primary School—Term 4 (11 Weeks)

This tentative outline of forthcoming events is provided to assist parents with their budget planning Remember this sheet can change from week-to-week as adjustments are made

PAYMENT/RESPONSE DUE OCTOBER Wednesday 22-24th 3 Mt Morton Camp Thursday 23rd P/2;P/1;LL P/3;P/4 Swimming $35 19 September Friday 24th 1/13;4/14 4/16;4/15 Swimming $35 19 September Friday 24th All Term 4 Music program payments 24 October Tuesday 28th 1/18;1/17; 1/29;1/28 Swimming $35 19 September Wednesday 29th 2 Coal Creek $30 22 October Thursday 30th P/2;P/1;LL P/3;P/4 Swimming $35 19 September Friday 31st 1/13;4/14 4/16;4/15 Swimming $35 19 September NOVEMBER Monday 3rd All CURRICULUM DAY NO STUDENTS AT SCHOOL Tuesday 4th All MELBOURNE CUP PUBLIC HOLIDAY Wednesday 5th 1/18;1/17; 1/29;1/28 Swimming $35 19 September Thursday 6th P/2;P/1;LL P/3;P/4 Swimming $35 19 September Friday 7th 1/13;4/14 4/16;4/15 Swimming $35 19 September Friday 7th 6 2 x 2 Sport $60 31 October Tuesday 11th FINANCE OFFICE CLOSED ALL DAY

Friday 14th 6 2 x 2 Sport $60 31 October Friday 21st 6 2 x 2 Sport $60 31 October Friday 28th 6 2 x 2 Sport $60 31 October DECEMBER Thursday 4th 6 Surf ‘n Sailing Day TBA Tuesday 9th Prep & 6 Orientation Day Wednesday 17th 6 Movie Day at Karingal Cinemas $15 10 December Wednesday 17th 6 Graduation Night Friday 19th All END TERM 4—2.30 p.m. DISMISSAL 2015 FEBRUARY Thursday 12th PREP ONLY Prep Photo Day MAY Wednesday 6th & 7th WHOLE SCHOOL School Photos

PLANNING GUIDE 2014

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