Burwood Heights Primary School’s goal is to educate the whole child. Our students will be at the heart of

everything we do.

NEWSLETTER NO.39 THURSDAY 8TH DECEMBER, 2016

WEBSITE ADDRESS is burwoodhps.vic.edu.au/

FROM THE PRINCIPAL … Esther Wood.

WEDNESDAY 14TH DECEMBER YEAR SIX GRADUATION

FRIDAY 16TH DECEMBER REPORTS TO PARENTS

REAL LIFE ADVENTURES

TUESDAY 20TH DECEMBER END OF SCHOOL YEAR

1.30PM DISMISSAL

ANNOUNCEMENT OF 2017 SCHOOL

LEADERS

School Leaders for 2017 will be announced at

assembly, tomorrow, Friday 9th December, 2016.

ASSEMBLY WILL COMMENCE AT 2.30PM

THIS WEEK

Our FINAL assembly for the 2016 school year will

be held on Friday 16th December, commencing at

2.30pm.

END OF YEAR DANCE/GLEE

PERFORMANCE

On Wednesday evening the Dance Group and the

Glee Group had the audience in awe, but no more

than the parents’ performance, which opened the

show with “Can’t Stop The Feeling”

From “Edward Scissorhands” to the Finale it was a

night of music, dance, colour and excitement. For

all those who witnessed these performances I know

you would have shared in the pride staff felt at

seeing such a display of talent dancing before you.

From the very youngest of students to the oldest,

the enthusiasm, the fun and joy of performing was

evident….a passion for all things dramatic.

There is nothing like seeing the students so keen to

learn and perform. The practical components of

performance are very important and it is these that

the students will take away with them long after

they have left the school. Self-confidence, poise and

self-awareness are aspects of performance that will

stand them in good stead for their journey forward.

I acknowledge the contribution of Ms King, Ms

Morgan, Ms Redlich, Ms Whitelaw, Mrs Volz, Mrs

Chi, Mrs Flowers and Mrs Lefebure for teaching or

supervising dance classes in Mrs Whiteoak’s

absence during Term Three.

I acknowledge the wonderful contribution to Glee A

by Mr Miet; Glee B with Mrs Cooper and Mrs

Whiteoak; Junior Glee directed by Ms Whitelaw;

the Glee Vocal Coach - Ms Crystal; Star Dance

Troupe Teacher – Ms King. What a year!

I thank Mikalya Wiles, Kristy Pratt, Belinda Young,

Amelie Field, Ashlee Morgione, Kaelyn Sims,

Keeana King, Khushi Choudari, Holly MacFarlane,

Tori Watanabi, Frances Wang, Harrison Lefebure,

Alex Salanitri and Samuel Rutherford-Lemon who

assisted with Dance and Glee.

It is wonderful to see the students seize this

opportunity and made the best of it. Thank you to

Mrs Lefebure and Mrs Pauline Colgrave for their

support and assistance with the costumes. Special

‘THANK YOU” to Mrs Whiteoak, who despite her

absence has brought together the wonderful

performance on Wednesday night.

We were indeed all treated to a musical and dance

spectacular once again. The students (and parents)

display of twists and turns, clapping and tapping

and smiles that shone brightly, enthralled the

audience.

CONGRATULATIONS, EVERYONE

URGENT!

LOST PROPERTY

END OF YEAR IS FAST APPROACHING

LAST CHANCE TO CLAIM

It is really incredible to see so many unnamed items

of school uniform and the ever increasing number

of unclaimed articles of clothing. I ask parents to

please check in the Lost Property tubs if they are

missing any school uniform garments.

Please check the name on your school jackets in

case you have accidently picked up the wrong one.

EXCEL MUSIC OPEN LESSON DAY

On Monday 12th December EXCEL MUSIC will be

hosting an Open Lesson Day. Parents will have the

opportunity to attend their child’s lesson and

observe the progress that has been achieved during

the course of the year. It also enables students to

perform for an audience which is very important for

their musical development and personal growth.

PAYMENT OF REQUISITES

EARLY PAYMENT

Once again, as an incentive for early payment, we

are offering a ticket in a draw for one student’s

contribution to be free. This draw will take place on

Friday 16th December, 2016.

Prep B: Samhith A for being so helpful! Whenever

someone needs help you are always the first person to

run over and help them. Well done Samhith! You are

very kind!

Prep C: Vicente G-A for working hard and always

presenting beautiful work. You are a Super Star! Prep M: Tilly B for doing beautiful work. You are a

pleasure to teach!

Grade 1/2C: Eric C for your beautifully neat

handwriting. It is a pleasure to read.

Grade 1/2E - Jena H for always producing neat and

beautifully-presented work. You’re a superstar!

Grade 1/2P: Kaleia G for always helping others and

being a fantastic role model. Congratulations Kaleia!

Grade 1/2R: Kristina S for working very hard to

improve your handwriting. Fantastic effort Kristina!

Grade 3/4A: Daniel C for designing a fantastic

Diorama based on the book, The Phantom Tollbooth.

Well done!

Grade 3/4K: Mikayla M for enthusiastically

participating in the End of Year Concert celebrations.

You always try your best in all areas of your learning

and activities at school. Sensational!

Grade 3/4M: Caeden S for designing and

constructing a wonderful diorama representing a

scene from ‘The Phantom Tollbooth’, and for sharing

your paints and resources with your classmates. Keep

it up, you’re a superstar!

Grade 3/4V: Annaleise S for a stellar performance

on the night of the Christmas concert. Super work!

Grade 5/6E: Ashton B for always being a bright and

cheerful personality in the classroom. You're

a Legend!

Grade 5/6H: Maxx C for his enthusiasm in all

Mathematics activities, and for being a delightful

member of the class.

Grade 5/6M: Kai S for the way you conduct yourself

around the school. You are always setting a good

example and treating others with respect. Well done,

Kai!

Grade 5/6W: Alex O for your mature and responsible

approach to your learning. You have produced

outstanding work and set an excellent example for

your peers. Well done!

Homecrafts: Ryan S 56M for continually being a

smiling and co-operative group member.

Congratulations and well done!

Visual Arts: Alex S for your excellent effort and

focus while painting 'clay leaves' during art class.

Well done.

Scientist of the Week: James V 1/2 R for helping a

class mate pick up their belongings after they had

dropped them.

INTERGENERATIONAL PROJECT

BURWOOD HEIGHTS PRIMARY SCHOOL AND STRATHDON COMMUNITY CENTRE

LINKING THE PAST AND PRESENT

Supported by a grant of $1,000, from the City of Whitehorse, seven Senior School students from our school, had the

privilege of being involved in this music based project. The following seven students are to be commended on the

manner in which they represented our school as members of the Ukulele Ensemble: Lachlan Baensch, Clodagh Brooks,

Fiona Chai, Levi Chan, Grace Chiarotta, Chloe Findlay, Caoimhe Fouche, Emma Ferrier, Keeana King, Harrison Lefebure,

Amelia Rutherford-Lemon, Kaelyn Sims and Kennis Xu.

Dressed in specially purchased outfits, the students strummed their ukuleles as they sang along with the residents, and

recited poetry of times past. The engagement between the residents and the students was clear to see. These students

were sensitive at all times to their audience and it was a “win- win” for both our students and the elderly residents.

Our Ukulele Ensemble, gained much from leading the entertainment at the Strathdon Community Centre. The students

were able to:

Facilitate connections with the older residents in the centre

Develop an understanding of dementia and how the condition poses challenges to the memory and speech of

those affected

Learn basic helpful skills in communicating with those challenged by the condition and understand how music

can assist them to relax and enjoy social communication

The residents gained much also.

Their language skills were stimulated, as they were motivated to communicate

Their mood and sense of well-being seemed to improve as they sang along with the students as they performed

their favourite songs

Their enjoyment with being in the company of young people was clear.

I sincerely thank Mrs Crystal, Mrs McGuinness and Ms Ralph, who willingly provided the required support, necessary to

undertake such a project.

Mrs Sue Barchlay (Project Co-ordinator)

“The program has been truly wonderful for all. The school community will be pleased to know that the children have

conducted themselves to the highest standard throughout the time they participated in the program with the residents of

the Jack Faichney Ward at the Strathdon Community Centre. Thank you, Janice Mendoza, Assistant Life Style Co-ordinator,

We recited the

ballads of C J

Dennis and Banjo

Paterson and many

of the residents

remembered parts of

these verses.

Clodagh and Emma led the Ukulele Ensemble and the ten members played great old time favourites for

the residents such as “Camptown Races” and “She’ll Be Coming Round the Mountain”.

We made hand actions to accompany our songs and this helped

convey meaning to our audience. Harrison and Kennis enjoyed

chatting to Joyce. Each time we went to Strathdon we improved

their (the residents’) day. We felt we made a big difference and are

proud of our efforts.

OSHClub News

After School Care Program

Program Update 08.12.16

Hi Everyone,

THIS WEEK: Was Shark week We had so much fun exploring different types of Sharks and learning all about these creatures

NEXT WEEK: IS Christmas week Next week we will be getting ready to celebrate Christmas and the Holidays!

Next Week's Activities and Food:

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

ACTIVITIES

Santa and Christmas Tree

Christmas versions of Duck

Duck...

The Simpsons - Christmas

Version

Christmas Games Pack

Christmas Wrap Relay

ACTIVITIES

Christmas Banner Christmas

Hanging Tree

Christmas Tree Ornaments

Christmas Jelly Slice

3d santa

ACTIVITIES

Christmas Cards

Christmas Star Four Point Origami

Fingerprint christmas lights

Christmas Letter to Santa

Christmas Memory Game

FOOD

Apples, pears, oranges,

rockmelon,

watermelon, a selection

of carrot, cucumber

and/or capsicum with

Corn Crackers with

spreads

Apples, pears,

rockmelon, sultanas, a

selection of carrot,

cucumber and/or

capsicum with Gnocci

with bolognese sauce

and mixed vegetables

Apples, pear, banana,

watermelon,

rockmelon and a

selection of carrots,

cucumber and

capsicum with rice

crackers and Rice

noodles with soy

sauce and mixed

vegetables.

Apples, pears, oranges,

rockmelon, a selection

of carrot, cucumber

and/or capsicum with

Corn chips with nacho

sauce and cheese.

Apples, pears,

rockmelon, a selection

of carrot, cucumber

and/or capsicum with

Frozen strawberry and

vanilla yoghurt.

Parent Information

OSHClub is interested in running a before school care program at Burwood Heights P.S. We would run

from 7-9am and provide breakfast as well as some cool activities every school morning! If you are

interested please drop by the old hall after school and register your interest on our form!

If you have any questions or queries, please do not hesitate to call us;

Or come in, visit and see our beautiful program

The OSHClub Team.

OSHC program phone: 0423 225 807

Coordinator: JESSICA Assistants: NICHOLA, SUMARNI OSHClub Head Office: 03 8564 9000

All families must be enrolled to attend the program, remember this is Free!! Please create an account online at

www.oshclub.com.au all bookings and cancellations can also be managed via your online account. For on the day bookings please contact the Coordinator direct at the program.