Issue 37 - 26th November 2014

Moonee Ponds West Primary School - 150 Athol Street Moonee Ponds VIC 3039 T 03 9370 6875 F: 03 9370 1909

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Moonee Ponds WestWeekly Newsletter

Principal’s ReportSTAFFINGAt the end of the year we will be farewelling a number of our wonderful staff:

Courtney Hodgson, Kylie Ticehurst and Benjamin McKenna have each been offered and accepted positions at Truganina P-9 College that will be opening in 2015. Without doubt they will be missed, however, the chance to be part of team of foundation teachers commencing in a school in an urban growth corridor presents significant opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

Kylie commenced at Moonee Ponds West as a pre-service teacher in 2010 and in subsequent years has conducted teacher led research into reading comprehension. Kylie was team leader of the 1/2 team and an active member of the Prep/1 and 5/6 team. She was a valued member of School Council as well as the eLearning and English PLT’s.

Courtney commenced at Moonee Ponds West as a teacher in 2013. Courtney has been an active member of the 5/6 team for that time as well as the JSC (Junior School Council) Coordinator.

Ben commenced at Moonee Ponds West as a teacher in 2014. Ben has been an active member of the 3/4 team, the Consultative Committee and the eLearning team.

The process for employing new staff for 2015 is currently in process.

MVIMP & SOUNDHOUSE CONCERTSThank you to everyone involved in the music rehearsals and performances last week. The MVIMP Concert at Moonee Valley was a resounding success and congratulations to each and every student who performed on the evening. Special congratulations to Luca M. on his Achievement Award.

Congratulations also to everyone that performed at the SoundHouse Keyboard Concert last night.

BILLYCARTSThe Billycart derby last Friday was the culmination of many weeks of tireless design and manufacturing expertise brought to the starting line on the day. Well done to parents for their support both prior and on Friday (race day). Congratulations to staff and students for their organisation and participation in staging a most exciting and successful day.

The following awards were given to teams - Billcartmanship, Engineers Of The Future, Thinking Outside The Box, Team Professionalism and Champions.

Principals Report Continued Over Page

MOONEE PONDS WEST COMMUNITY CALENDAR - mooneewestps.vic.edu.au2015Jan 26th Australia Day Public Holiday

Nov 27th Prep 1 Activity Night 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Dec 5th MPW Mini Market 3.00 p.m. Little Adventure PlaygroundDec 9th Whole School Transition Day Grade 6 Transition Session 1

Dec 11th Resources MeetingDec 12th Grade 6 Transition Session 2

Dec 17th Grade 6 Graduation 6.30 p.m. School GymDec 19th Last day Term 4, Students dismissed 1.30 p.m. School Assembly 9 a.m.

NOTICES SENT HOME

PARENT HELPER’S MORNING TEAOn Tuesday 16th December from 11.00 a.m. - 11.45 a.m. the school will be hosting a Parent Helper’s Morning Tea to thank the amazing parent community for their work in supporting the learning of our students this year.

Invitations will be sent home shortly but in the meantime you can RSVP through the school’s website calendar or click here - http://www.mooneewestps.vic.edu.au/eventdetails/321/2014-12-16

Principals Report Continued

2015 PREP LIBRARY BAGSEach year the Department gives every prep student attending a Victorian government school a library bag packed with goodies to make the start of school a little easier. In 2015, things will be a little bit different.

The Department has partnered with Melbourne bag brand Crumpler to provide a brand new library bag, specially designed for preps (please see logo below). While the design is still under wraps, it's fair to say it will look nothing like the bags of the past.There are lots of surprises inside the bag too, including a special bookmark to encourage each student to sign up for the Victorian Premiers' Reading Challenge, and kickstart their lifelong love of reading.The bags will be arriving at schools in the lead-up to the first day of Term 1, 2015.

Have a good week,

Jeff, Helen and Randal.

Week 8Nov 27th Prep/One Activity Night 5.00 p.m. - 7.00 p.m. Gym

Week 9Dec 3rd Choir Concert 7.00 p.m.Dec 4th Prep 2015 Transition Information Evening 7.00 p.m.Dec 5th Student Report/Portfolio Sent Home MPW Mini Market 3.00 p.m. Little Adventure Playground Last Day Student Banking Rewards OrderedWeek 10Dec 9th Whole School Transition Day Grade 6 Transition Session 1Dec 11th Last Day Student Banking Resources MeetingDec 12th Grade 6 Transition Session 2

Week 11Dec 17th Grade 6 Graduation 6.30 p.m. GymDec 19th Last Day Term 4, Students Dismissed 1.30 p.m. School Assembly 9 a.m.

UPCOMING SCHOOL EVENTS

Curriculum Days 2015• Wednesday 28th January - (Teachers staff return)• Tuesday 10th March • Friday 22nd May • Monday 2nd November

FAMILY PAYMENTS – REMINDER With only four weeks remaining of the current school year, we are required to finalise school payments. A follow up letter was posted to those families with outstanding charges on Friday 22nd November.

Payment is required as soon as possible

The preferred method of payment is via BPay and the letter contains your family details and a unique payment code. Otherwise payments and contributions can be made by telephone by cash, cheque or debit/credit card or in person at the school’s office or on the telephone 9370 6875. Please contact the Business Manager, Sandra Monaghan in the General Office, if you believe that the statement is incorrect. Should meeting these requests present concerns, you are most welcome to discuss the matter in confidence with the Acting Principal Jeff Lyon.

MPW CHRISTMAS RAFFLE 2014It’s our last fundraiser for the year and we have some great prizes up for grabs!

• 1st prize Myer Gift Vouchers valued at $250• 2nd Prize Country Road Gift Card valued at $150• 3rd Prize Village Cinema gift Card & Hamper valued at $100• 4th Prize AMF Bowling Pass valued at $75.00• 5th Prize Cadbury Chocolate Hamper valued at $50• 6th Prize Cadbury Chocolate Hamper valued at $50 The eldest child per family will bring home 10 raffle tickets valued at $2 each. Please sell your raffle tickets to your family and friends and return the ticket stubs (make sure name/contact number is written clearly) and the money to the school office by Thursday 18th December, no later than 3.30 p.m. If you would like more tickets, please ask the staff at the school office. The raffle will be drawn at the final school assembly on Friday 19th December 2014.Winners will be notified by telephone (if not present). On behalf of the school fundraising committee, we would like to sincerely thank the school community for their continued support towards fundraising for MPW during 2014.

GRADE 6 GRADUATION DINNER FOR PARENTS

An invitiation to parents/guardians of Grade 6 students

As we approach the end of the school year, we thought it might be nice to have a final farewell dinner for the parents/guardians of the MPW Grade 6 students before they all go their separate ways next year. Thursday 11th December Riverside Golf Club (as pictured) Newsom Street, Ascot Vale 7.30 p.m. Please RSVP by Monday 8th December

If you would like to attend, please inform your classroom parent representative as soon as possible in order for us to place a booking, or alternatively you can email me at rellsy@live.com.

Looking forward to seeing you there.

Narelle BuschParent Representative, Room 18

MVIMP CONCERTCongratulations to all the students who performed at our Combined Concert at Moonee Valley last Wednesday night. Your performances were fantastic and you should feel very proud! It was a pleasure to have the students parents and friends there as an audience as well – thank you to those who supported each other through watching and listening to the performances.

A special CONGRATULATIONS to Luka M, who received the Achievement Award for MPW. This award recognises a student who has an outstanding attitude to their music, who has really put in that extra effort to continually get better in their playing, been reliable and responsible, and tried their best. It was difficult to choose from a number of fantastic Grade 6 students, but Luka really deserves the award. Well done!

Thank you so much to all who attended, and a special thank you to all the family members who helped through supervising rehearsals and making up hampers. Your time and efforts are very much appreciated.

MVIMP lessons and band continue through Week 10 of Term 4. The last lessons/ band for MPW will take place on Wednesday 10th and Thursday 11th December. MVIMP 2015On Thursday 4th December, at 11.30 a.m. in the school gym, a special concert will be held for all Grade 2/3/4 students and anyone else (including families) who would like to attend. This concert will showcase our fabulous school band, and the tutors/students will demonstrate all the instruments that can be learned through MVIMP. On this day an expression of interest will be sent home to all Grade 2/3/4 children (and anyone else who requests one) to confirm our numbers for next year. MVIMP is open to all children in Grades 3,4,5 and 6 in 2015.

END OF CONCERT - MPW CHOIR GROUPSThe MPW Senior and Junior Choir will each present an end of year concert on Wednesday 3rd December at 7.00 p.m. in the school gym.

The Senior Choir selection of songs The Junior Choir selection of songs

We look forward to seeing family and friends attend this wonderful school event!

SPORTS NEWS - Summer Sport

Next week: MPW Gold v Ascot Vale West away & MPW Blue have a Bye.

Kanga 8’s CricketGood luck to our boys & girls Kanga 8’s cricket teams on Friday 28th November when they compete in the Regional Semi Final at Epping Recreation Reserve.

Jump RopeThis year’s Jump Off will be held on Friday 12th December from 9.00 a.m. - 11.00 a.m. All students will be involved either skipping with a short or long rope as well as participating in a variety of group activities and record attempts. Like Show Day the students will choose the activities they would like to participate in and it’s usually a great day. Any parents who can come and help turn a rope would be greatly appreciated.

As well as being a fun & healthy activity we will also be raising money for a JSC nominated charity. Thechildren will receive a sponsorship form in P.E prior to the event.We will also be holding a ‘Healthy Lunch’ on the day that is organised by a group of parents. If anyone is willing to assist with this, please fill in the form below & return to the office ASAP.

As you can imagine we need lots of helpers to feed 530 children so don’t be shy! Each student will receive a Healthy Lunch information form and money envelope closer to the date. Don’t miss out, it’s great!

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Kensington v MPW Blue MPW Gold v FlemingtonSoccer Boys: 2 - 5 Soccer Boys: 1 - 8Soccer Girls: Soccer Girls: 4 - 0Bat Tennis: 28 - 23 Bat Tennis: 22 - 16Handball Boys: 18 - 10 Handball Boys: ForfeitHandball Girls: 3 - 4 Handball Girls: Forfeit

Jump Rope & Healthy Lunch Helpers Form Parent Name: ............................................................ Contact Number .....................................

Student/s Name:……………………………………… Room/s………………………………………..

I will be able to assist on the day.

Please circle your preferred option below.

Prepare food 9.00 a.m. - 11.00 a.m. Serve food 12.00 p.m. - 1.30 p.m. Both

Thank you

Bree White - P.E Teacher

MPW MINI MARKET

Friday 5th December3.00 p.m. - 4.30 p.m.Little Adventure Playground (weather permitting, otherwise in the Performance Space)

A great opportunity for family and friends to kick start their Christmas shopping list!There will be a fantastic selection of items to choose from that have been locally made or sourced by the MPW community.

• Jewellery• Children’s Clothing• Ladies handbags• Ladies Head bands• Skincare

The majority of stalls will be operating as ‘Cash Only.’ Each stall owner will be donating $20 back to MPW. All enquiries including interest to set up a stall, can be addressed to Antoinette Iozzi on mobile 0410 619 673.

Looking forward to seeing you all there!

FOCUS ON FIRST AID

Would you know what to do in a first aid emergency, or have the appropriate supplies?

Being able to administer basic life support before an ambulance arrives may save a life. As the Christmas holidays are fast approaching, it's a good time to ensure you have current, basic first aid training and/or a well equipped first aid kit for home or travel.

We have two ways you can focus on being first ready this summer Parents First Aid Course - Grandparents/Guardians are also welcome.

Saturday 6th December 9.30 a.m. - 1.30 p.m.

Delivered by St John's Ambulance, learn to provide basic emergency life support in an accredited first aid course on site at school.

Features• First aid for parents, guardians & grandparents• Learn how to manage potentially life threatening situations• Includes CPR certification• Nationally recognised training

A 4 hour course delivered at Moonee Ponds West Primary School

Content• How to manage a first aid scenario• An unconscious breathing casualty• An unconscious non breathing casualty which includes CPR and use of AEDWhat first aid tools are required to be first aid ready

Recognition and management of• choking• drowning

• shock• wounds and bleeding• burns• Anaphylaxis• Asthma

There is a limited number of places, so get in early to secure your spot and take advantage of the convenience of attending a course at MPW.

Cost $89.00

To reserve your place, please complete your RSVP on the Moonee Ponds West website, or complete the form that was sent home last week. Course payment can be made at the school office by Monday 24th November.

First Aid KitsEnsure you are first aid ready by purchasing a ready-made St John's Ambulance first aid kit and in doing so raise money for Moonee Ponds West. These also make great Christmas presents!

There are three kits available• Personal first aid kit - $30 (profit to school = $12)• Family first aid kit - $40 (profit to school = $16)• Home and travel value kit - $80 (profit to school

= $32)

How to buyA form detailing what each pack includes and an order form will be sent home in the next few days. Forms and payments can be lodged at the school office.

Forms and payment will be due by Monday 1st December to ensure delivery and distribution before the end of Term 4.

Any questions about the first aid course or the kits can be directed to Kylie Brown at kylie.brown@rmit.edu.au or on mobile 0402 832 836 (Grade 1 parent), to Randal or the school office administration staff.