Red Cliffs Primary School

NEWSLETTER Wednesday 20th December 2017

Week 11 Term 4

IMPORTANT DATES End of term—Friday at 1.30pm (not 1.45)

Home Page Address - http://www.redcliffsps.vic.edu.au EMAIL: red.cliffs.ps@edumail.vic.gov.au

Phone: 5024 1044 Fax: 5024 2020

Principal’s Report: Year 6 Graduation: 22 grade 6 students, parents and staff attended the 2017 Grade 6 Graduation ceremony last night. The evening was sensational. I congratulate all year 6 students on their fantastic achievements. I am extremely proud of all year 6 students.

Congratulations to the 2016 award winners: Ken & Valda Wright Academic Achievement— Jasmine Shepherd Viv & Jon Whitchurch Leadership— Noah Holmyard The Red Cliffs Bakery Leadership— Jasmine Shepherd RSL Citizenship— Jazmin Parker Red Cliffs Lions Club Artist of the Year—Noah Holmyard Red Cliffs Lions Club Artist of the Year— Emma Giannelli Red Cliffs Lions Club Scientist of the Year— Bryce Manzie Red Cliffs Lions Club Scientist of the Year— Annika Crothers Phil & Penny Hand Sportsman of the Year— Bryce Manzie Phil & Penny Hand Sportswoman of the Year— Jemmika Douglas Goldup Farms Chinese LOTE— Daniel Belleville Goldup Farms Chinese LOTE— Emma Gianelli

End of Term: The final formal activities for the 2017 school year will be completed tomorrow. All students will enjoy class parties before moving into their 2018 grades for a brief session with their new teacher.

Term 4 officially ends at 1.30 pm on Friday, 22nd December. Parents are asked to be punctual collecting their children.

School Concert: Monday’s concert was a wonderful success. I was a little worried about the weather but ultimately the conditions were quite good. I was thrilled with each classes’ performance on stage. Sincere thanks to Karen Willcock for doing a magnificent job as concert choreographer—again. The 2018 Student Leaders were announced on the night. On behalf of all at Red Cliffs Primary I congratulate the following students: School Captains - Cheyenne Riordan and Ben Reid; Junior School Council President - Hannah Warburton; House Captains—Lauren Clifford, Jonty Staley, Ajah Lanigan, Xander Morrison, Lucy Sharp, Harvey Jopling, Eva Maddigan and Ethan Pateman. The Rotary Club Encouragement Award winners were also announced. Congratulations to Adam Collins and Cheyanne Riordan. Merry Christmas: As usual at this time of year I take this opportunity to thank the wonderful staff at Red Cliffs Primary for their hard work, enthusiasm, professionalism and dedication throughout the year. I again sincerely thank all School Council and Parents’ Club members for their fantastic commitment and dedication to the school. Thanks also to all parents who have helped in any way this year. Merry Christmas everyone! Have a fantastic, safe and enjoyable holiday. I will see you all in 2018.

Rod Beer Principal

RESPECT—HONESTY—RESPONSIBILITY—EXPECTATIONS

Swimming Sports: The Red Cliffs Primary School Swimming Carnival was held today—third time lucky. Thankfully the weather was much nicer than yesterday!

Parent Club News: A big thank you to all who supported our Christmas Hamper raffle. In the end we were able to provide nine prizes. We expect to make more than $450 profit. The winners of the raffle were announced at Monday’s school concert. Congratulations to our winners!

Aussie of the Month: Congratulations to Mia Sos - Red Cliffs Primary School’s final Aussie of the Month for 2017. Mia is a fantastic helper to teachers and other students. She supports others without being asked. Mia is a great role model for other students.

This Week’s Birthdays…… Cheyenne Riordan 11 Wednesday 20th December Ashton Douglass 9 Sunday 24th December Monique Porter 12 Monday 25th December Brandon Walters 9 Tuesday 26th December Dylan Leersen 10 Thursday 28th December Patricia Douglas 13 Monday 1st January Hannah Knight 11 Thursday 4th January Olivia Porter 9 Sunday 7th January Riley Milne 9 Tuesday 9th January Evie Gleeson 7 Wednesday 10th January Phoenix Anthony 6 Friday 12th January Summer Nalder 9 Friday 12th January Kiara Herrick 10 Saturday 13th January Jeneva Osborn 9 Saturday 13th January Emma Giannelli 13 Saturday 13th January Eva McKenzie 7 Sunday 14th January Kurt Wright 10 Sunday 14th January Oliva Price 9 Tuesday 16th January Josie James 10 Tuesday 16th January Justice Hocking 10 Tuesday 16th January Maurice Ferron 11 Saturday 20th January Jorja Stonehouse 8 Sunday 21st January Ruby Rata Godden 11 Monday 22nd January Tom Ferron 10 Tuesday 23rd January Alicetyn Stanley 11 Thursday 25th January Noah Staley 10 Monday 29th January Savannah Preston-Gillespie 6 Wednesday 31st January Bethany Knight 11 Thursday 1st February

A happy scene at today’s swimming sports.

Stars of the Week

Whole School

A fantastic effort working hard all year to improve your learning and being awesome kids to work with!

Staff

A wonderful group who have put in a fantastic effort all year. Thank you!