Burwood Heights Primary School is committed to providing a caring and challenging learning and teaching

environment that equips students with the social, personal and thinking skills to become valued members of

the Burwood Heights Primary School and local community.

NEWSLETTER NO.36 THURSDAY 4th DECEMBER , 2014

WEBSITE ADDRESS is burwoodhps.vic.edu.au/

FRIDAY 5TH DECEMBER CURRICULUM DAY

TUESDAY 9TH DECEMBER YEAR SEVEN ORIENTATION DAY

WEDNESDAY 10TH DECEMBER JUNIOR SCHOOL CONCERT

THURSDAY 11TH DECEMBER KINDERGARTEN CONCERT

FREE DRESS DAY

FRIDAY 12TH DECEMBER PREP EXCURSION

SPECIAL ASSEMBLY COMMENCING

AT 2.30PM

MONDAY 15TH DECEMBER YEAR SIX GRADUATION

CHRISTMAS PARTY – THREE-YEAR-

OLD GROUP – IN THE GARDEN

WEDNESDAY 17TH DECEMBER LEVEL THREE EXCURSION

REPORTS TO PARENTS

FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER END OF 2014 SCHOOL YEAR. SCHOOL

DISMISSAL 1.30P.M.

THURSDAY 29TH JANUARY

2015

STUDENTS RESUME SCHOOL

FROM THE PRINCIPAL … Esther Wood

REMINDER

CURRICULUM DAY TOMORROW

END OF YEAR DANCE/GLEE

PERFORMANCE

On Tuesday night we were all treated to a musical

and dance spectacular. The kindergarten children

started the performance off with a wonderful

display of twists and turns, clapping and tapping

and smiles that shone brightly.

The evening performance of the Dance Group and

The Glee Group had the audience in awe. From

“Let’s Go Fly a Kite” 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 Mrs Whiteoak,

Mr Miet, Ms Crystal and Miss Whitelaw in making

this all possible. The supporting staff puts the icing

on the cake…and of course, the wonderful students

who have seized this opportunity and made the best

of it and the parents who have given such support.

Thank you to Mrs Lefebure for assisting in the

production of the amazing dance outfits. It was

indeed a whole school effort.

A few weeks ago forty students had the opportunity

to go “on tour” and perform at another school and

the acclaim was the same. I spoke with the principal

of the Traralgon school the other day and she

informed me the students and the staff at her school

thoroughly enjoyed the performance, and

understood the commitment and dedication that

staff and students at Burwood Heights Primary

School must have to be able to perform at such a

high level.

MORE TOURS NEXT YEAR!

WELL DONE, EVERYONE

ELECTION OF 2015 SCHOOL LEADERS

On December 2nd elections for

2015 School Leaders was held.

The class representatives for the

Student Representative Council

will be elected in early February

2015.

The students are all to be

congratulated on their

presentations. All were of an

extremely high calibre. School

Leaders for 2015 will be

announced at assembly on

Friday 12th December.

ASSEMBLY WILL COMMENCE AT 2.30PM

THIS WEEK as there are many presentations this

day such as the Bendigo Bank Awards, Neil Angus

Award, Kiwanis – Terrific Kids Awards and the

draw of the Christmas Raffle

PAYMENT OF REQUISITES

DON’T FORGET payment for student requisites

and materials for 2015 and school maintenance

contribution can be made on Wednesday 28th

January, 2015, between 9.00am and 12.00 midday

if payment is not being made before Christmas.

EXCEL MUSIC OPEN LESSON DAY

On Monday 15th 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.

Orders Friday 12th December will be the last day for lunch orders.

Please do not send lunch orders to school in the last week.

On December 1st, all Grade1/2 students competed in

a spelling bee competition in their spelling groups.

The final four of each spelling group competed

against each other, in front of the whole level to

become the Spelling Bee Champion of their

spelling group.

A HUGE congratulation to Imogen, Tashia, Rivi

and Soheal for being crowned the Level Two

Spelling Bee Champions for 2014!

ELECTION DAY SAUSAGE SIZZLE THANK YOU

Thank you to everyone who helped in making the Sausage Sizzle on Election Day such a success. Our

combined efforts raised $1002. 50 for the school!

Thank you to:-

Everyone who donated items for baking – Justine, Kara, Teresa, Amelia, Carrie, Caroline W, Amanda, Terry &

Belinda, Josephine

Everyone who cooked biscuits– Caz, Caroline G, Josephine, Nicole R, Stav

Carly and her assistant Seta for the cupcakes

Caroline B for chopping the onions

Rob, Heinz, Linda, Amelia, Kara, Seta, Caroline W, Magda, Cameron, Krystle, Maria, Michael, Stella, Justine,

Julie, Nat, Adrian, Kevin, Suzie and Nicole F for cooking the sausages and selling the drinks, biscuits and

cupcakes.

We understand there were a few issues with people volunteering through the app and the messages not getting

through. If this situation applies to you, and we didn’t respond to your offer of help, we are very sorry.

FUNDRAISING REMINDERS 1. Sausage Sizzle orders due back 3.30 Monday 8th December

2. Raffle tickets due back Tuesday 9th December

3. Raffle drawn at Assembly on Friday 12th December

CLASSROOM CO-ORDINATORS If you are free on the morning of Thursday 11th December and are willing to help make up the hampers for the

End of Year Raffle, please let me know.

Thank you,

Vicki Fahey

Well, here we are in Term Four, once again the year has flown by so quickly!

For some of us it is mixed emotions – excitement as our little ones move onto kinder or school, they have made new

friends and discovered new ways to play and are no longer the babies they once were!

Some of the original Playgroup kids will be in Grade 2 next year!

For me, my youngest moves on to Prep, starting his journey of independence. I hope the teachers have the tissues ready

that first day of school!

This term we started using our new outdoor play area off the side door to the hall – a fully enclosed area for the little ones

to play outside.

There has been much ‘busyness’ hanging out washing, ‘cooking’ and pottering around.

Enrolments are open for 2015 playgroup – new families are always welcome, and we cater for children aged 0-5.

We provide a variety of toys, puzzles, dress ups, dramatic play, art & crafts, plus outdoor play.

Playgroup provides an opportunity for children to play, learn and develop social skills, share special time with their

parents/carers; parents get to play with their children in a relaxed environment, get support and develop friendships.

Playgroup is fun! There are many and varied activities, new children to play with and group activities your children may

not experience at home.

Sessions are on Tuesdays and Fridays 9:15-11:15

If you would like to join or come along for a free trial session contact:

burwoodheightsplaygroup@gmail.com

Ph: 0408 008121

Wishing everyone a safe and Happy Christmas and New Year with lots of play and fun!

Julie

“Children learn as they play. Most importantly, in play children learn how to learn.”

~Fred Donaldson

OSHClub News

After School Care Program

Program Update 04.12.2014

Hi all, This week at OSHClub was TEAM WORK WEEK, we had a great time working

together as a team to achieve different goals. Congratulations to Jordan J and Cindy L who received prizes for their fantastic participation in this Terms’ Active After School Care on Monday’s which was A.F.L.

Next week we are really excited for CHRISTMAS WEEK! We are going to be getting ready for Christmas, making cards, decorations, games and lots more fun Christmas and holiday stuff! We are also going through Assessment and Rating today the 4th of December. A big thank you to all the parents and staff who have been very supportive during this process. If you have any questions or queries, please do not hesitate to call us or come in to see us. Have a great week!

~The OSHClub Team~

Next Week's Activities:

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

ACTIVITIES

The Simpsons - Christmas

Version

Christmas Wrap Relay

Christmas Games Pack

Santa and Christmas

Tree

Christmas Bingo

ACTIVITIES

3D Star Christmas Ornament

Christmas baubles

Pin Hole Christmas Tree

Christmas Colouring-in

Star Christmas Card

MENU

Apple, sultanas, watermelon, mango

slices and carrot with Corn chips and

salsa

Apple, sultanas, pears, cucumber and carrot

with Popcorn

Apple, sultanas, pears, watermelon, cucumber

and carrot with Chicken noodles.

Apple, sultanas, pears, cucumber and carrot with

Cheese and vegemite and jam

scrolls.

Apple, sultanas, pears, cucumber and

carrot with corn chips and salsa

Parent Information

OSHC program phone: 0423 225 807

Coordinator: JESSICA

Assistants: ELLIE, MARNI, MONALI.

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.