Newsletter 26th April 2024

No.1/ T2-2024


Principal's Message

Hi Everyone,

This is our first Newsletter for Term 2. On Monday we will wave our Year 5 and 6 students off to camp in Trafalgar East. I will visit them all on Tuesday to spend the day experiencing all the different activities they will be doing.

The Summit Adventure Park is a multi-award-winning venue located on 50 acres, just 90 minutes from Melbourne, Victoria. We are industry experts in large group accommodation, camps, retreats, and custom events. We offer customized catering, exciting, inspiring,  and unique activities, and our team can create custom programs specific to your requirements...we are the perfect choice for your next adventure.”

Working Bee

A huge thank you to Jane Ross for organising a very successful working bee on Sunday 21st April. We had 20 families attend between 9.00am -12 noon.

The areas that were weeded, trimmed, cleaned, and tidied were:

  1. Garden between BER and Kitchen
  2. Staff Carpark & Walkway
  3. Water tanks at rear of PAC


A special thank-you to the following families who attended:

  • Brittanny and Darcy Le Mercier – parents of Mackenzie -2M and Jordan – Prep D
  • Rachel Jeffreys – parent of Tom – 3/4J and Charlie – 1/2H
  • Sharon and Ryan Gillespie -parents of Lily -6L and Ella – 4AR
  • Jodie Yule – parent of Maise 5T
  • Angela McIntrye and Jill (nana) – parent of Harry 1/2P and Indie 5/6G
  • Tim Cannell - parent of Byron 4AR and Mia 2M
  • Julia Kahan – parent of Noah – 4AR and Leo 1ES
  • Bella Becker and Jamie – parent of Holly – 4AR
  • Mika Ito and Daniel Brooks – parents of Haruka – 2M and Hajime - PD
  • Jess Hall – parent of Seth – 6L
  • Andrew Hoare – parent of Ruby 5/6S
  • Steve and Vanessa Mavrikos – parents of Yasmine 4AR and Melania 2M
  • Christian Lopez – parent of Lucca 3/4J
  • Carolyn and Nigel Battin – parent of Paige – 3A
  • Maiko Brewer – parent of Hugo – 4AR
  • Chris Heider – parent of Lucas – 3/4P
  • Fiona Dunn – parent of Ginger – 6L
  • Leora Meidan – parent of Yahel – 1/2H and Michael- 3/4J
  • Luisa and Scott Maunders – parents of Llwelyn - 4AR and Sonny 1ES
  • Ajla Keskic – parent of Zion – 4AR


School Fees

A huge thank-you to all families who have paid 2024 school fees. I have included the 4 options for payment we made available.

  • OPTION 1: Payment in full by Friday 23rd February and receive a 5% discount if your whole account is paid.
  • OPTION 2: Payment in full by Thursday 28th March 2024.
  • OPTION 3: Three instalments, proposed as follows: (Your full account divided by 3)

                                Instalment 1  -  Friday 23rd February 2024.

                                Instalment 2  -  Friday 19th April 2024.

                                Instalment 3  -  Friday 21st June 2024.       

  • OPTION 4: Alternative payment options are available through the school with parents encouraged to make an appointment with the school to discuss circumstances and available

I urge any families who are having difficulties paying fees to make an appointment with myself (Sue Jackson) and Julie Robinson (Business Manager). We can always assist with payment plans.


Upcoming Events for TERM 2

  1. Grade 5/6 Camp – Monday 29th April – Wednesday 1st May

This year Grade 5 and 6 students will attend camp at The Summit Camp (Trafalgar East).

  1. Mother’s Day Activities – Stall – Thursday 9th May
  2. Morning Tea – Friday 10th May
  3. Education Week 13th – 17th May  As part of Education Week, we will be holding an Open Morning on Wednesday 15th May.
  1. Student Free Day – 24th May
  2. Prep 2025 Information Afternoon - Friday 31st May @ 2.30pm We have changed the date of this presentation to Friday 31st May @ 2.30pm in the Senior Library. Both Stewart McCallum and Donna Leibowitz (Prep teachers in Mainstream and Steiner, 2024) will present a typical week in prep for our prospective new families/and existing families who have a child commencing school in 2025.



Kind Regards,


Sue Jackson - Acting Principal

 



What's happening around EBPS



Literacy @ EBPS

3/4 Mainstream Literacy

In our vibrant literacy journey at East Bentleigh Primary School, we are excited to share the enriching strides our 3/4 mainstream students are taking in their exploration of writing about information texts, particularly focusing on animals. This endeavour is not just about conveying facts, but also delving into the intricacies of engaging the reader, delivering relevant information using appropriate vocabulary, and structuring their writing effectively.

Engaging the Reader: One of the fundamental aspects our budding writers are discovering is the art of engaging the reader from the outset. They are learning to craft introductions that captivate attention and stimulate curiosity. Through various engaging strategies such as asking questions, sharing fascinating facts, or presenting thought-provoking scenarios, our students are honing their skills in drawing readers into the wonderful world of animal information.

Relevant Information: Effective communication hinges on relevance. Our students are learning to select important information to include in their writing. They are learning to sift through vast amounts of information, identifying key details that enrich their texts and provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of the chosen animal.

Structuring with Subheadings and Sentence Structure: Organisation is key to clarity. In their writing journey, our students are implementing subheadings to categorise information, enabling readers to navigate the text effortlessly. Additionally, they are experimenting with diverse sentence structures, understanding how variation enhances readability and maintains reader interest throughout the text.

Flow and Visual Elements: A well-crafted text flows seamlessly, guiding readers from one point to the next. Our students are attuning their senses to the rhythm of writing, ensuring smooth transitions between ideas. Moreover, they are exploring the impact of visual elements such as font, colour, images, and diagrams in enhancing comprehension and engagement. By strategically incorporating these elements, they are elevating the visual appeal of their texts and reinforcing key concepts.

As we witness the growth and development of our 3/4 mainstream students in the realm of animal information writing, we are inspired by their enthusiasm and dedication. Through collaborative learning experiences, they are not only mastering essential literacy skills but also cultivating a lifelong love for learning.







By Aric Parsons - 34P Classroom Teacher



Numeracy @ EBPS

Numeracy in 2M

In Class 2M we have been learning about money. After spending the first week of term refreshing and building on our knowledge of Australian money, we spent this week applying what we learnt to solve realistic problems. The class worked in groups to come up with solutions for the following open ended problem:



The class enjoyed sharing all the different solutions they were able to come up with.

By Melinda Cole - 2M Classroom Teacher



Wellbeing @ EBPS

Wellbeing in Class 6L

Next week years 5 and 6 and going on camp. Some children adore camp and for others the idea of staying away from home brings up all sorts of worries. In preparation our class had a discussion about worry, including in relation to camp.

We realised that worrying is part of life and everyone worries to some extent, but we can all learn to use strategies that help us manage our worries. Feeling anxious or worrying is intensely personal; it’s a case of different strokes for different folks. Some people may have social concerns about fitting in and getting along with peers to practical concerns like whether they will remember everything or pack the right things.

Children made a list of the things they are feeling worried or concerned about. These ranged from the actual bus ride, to whether they would cope with activities, shared rooms, the food and missing home and loved ones. To put these in perspective we created an anxiety scale. Children chose the type of scale that was meaningful to them, drew it and placed each of their worries at the point on the scale matching the level of their worry, ranging from not very worried to very worried.

We then had an opportunity to discuss ways we could deal with worries:

For homesickness we can bring an important item from home that can easily be popped in our bag. It may be a small soft toy, a photo or a note form a parent or loved one.

We can learn/practise some relaxation to self-soothe while away. This could be some deep breathing or progressive muscle relaxation.

We can talk to someone about how you’re feeling. We might find our friend is feeling the same and we can support each other. Importantly, we know our teachers are available to talk to and will listen to us and may be able to help us manage our feelings.





By Lee Jellis - 6L Classroom Teacher 



NEW - Term 4 2024 School Calendar

To view the Term 4 Calendar in full - please click here: term calendar
Please note - more entries will be added to the calendar during Term 4 - so be sure to always check the calendar each week when you receive your Newsletter / Bulletin email. Thank-you



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