LINKLETTER Issue 36 17th November 2016

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Children, Teachers, Parents: A partnership for the future

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LINKLETTER Issue 36 17th November 2016

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2016 TERM 4

Mon 21st, Tue 22nd,

Wed 23rd Nov

Prep Kinder Visits 11-12.10pm

Mon 21st Nov-Fri 2nd Dec

Grade 3/4 Swimming Mon-Friday

Mornings

Mon 5th Dec

Year 1-6 2017 Students

Class Transition Day 1

9am-11am ‘

Tue 6th Dec

Gr 6 High School Orientation Day

Last Day For School Banking

PFA End of Year Meeting & Dinner

Wed 7th Dec

School Council Final Meeting &

Dinner

Thu 8th Dec

Prep Orientation Day

Fri 9th Dec

Year 1-6 2017 Students

Class Transition Day 2

9am-11am

Mon 12 Dec

Special Retirement Assembly

Wed 14 Dec

Graduation

LEANNE’ S MESSAGELEANNE’ S MESSAGELEANNE’ S MESSAGELEANNE’ S MESSAGE

LLLLeeeeaaaannnnnnnneeee

2017 SCHOOL CAPTAINS Our 2017 School Captains were announced at assembly

on Monday. After a rigorous election process, including an

interview with both Karen ter Haar and myself, it is with

great pleasure that I announce the following for 2017:

School Captains Vice Captains

Brigitte C & Ethan P Jeyda M & Noah B

I look forward to working closely with these young leaders in 2017. The rest of the

leadership process is also underway with an announcement of leadership roles occurring

later this term.

GK takes out the STATE BASKETBALL FINAL Tuesday our boys basketball team convincingly won three games at MSAC to get into the

State Final. I felt fortunate to be there on the day with Shannon Whelan (Coach) and a

dedicated group of parents to cheer the boys to a close win against St. Bernadette’s—34

to 31. These boys were impressive in their skill but more importantly, in the manner in

which they played, displaying respect and a commitment to each other that is not always

seen in challenging games. These boys have played through District level, Division level

and Region level to get to this point—amazing team effort. Congratulations to all the boys

and to Shannon Whelan on this amazing feat. Some pictures can be found later in the

Linkletter and the boys will also present their winning flag to our school on Monday at

assembly.

Also a big congratulations to our Orienteering Team who were very successful last Friday

in the State Orienteering Championships. Further information in Mr Blackburn’s sport re-

port later in the Linkletter.

REMEMBRANCE DAY Last Friday our community stopped to pay respect on November 11th at

11.00am with many other countries in the world. Our school leaders led the

ceremony with some information about why we take time to reflect on the

sacrifices others have endured for our freedom. We then stopped for our mi-

nute silence with 100% respect. A wreath was laid at our ANZAC bollard to

signify our level of respect on the day and as these pictures display, activities

in classes assisted in reiterating this.

Staffing Changes While we have not completed the pro-

cess of classes and teachers for 2017, I can inform you of two changes that have oc-

curred just recently. Anna Kapnoullas was due to return this term from Family Leave,

however will now stay on Family Leave indefinitely, with Marg Omond continuing in 3K

until the end of the year. Also it is with sadness that we say goodbye to Daniel Boulton at

the end of this year. Daniel is moving to Hazel Glen College in 2017 and we wish him all

the very best in this. Last night the 2017 Prep Team were also announced at the Prep

Information Night. The team will be Angela Totino, Hannah Longo, Marisa Pace and

Bianca Perry. Other staffing will be shared in the next few weeks. LLLLeeeeaaaannnnnnnneeee

2017 Class Placement Requests

TOMORROW is the FINAL DAY that parent

requests for placement consideration can be

made. Social or emotional context is only

considered, not teacher preference. Some

consideration may be given in regards to

composite class requests based on this. Clas-

ses will be finalised by TUESDAY next

week with no additional changes after this

point. Thanks

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Student of the MonthStudent of the MonthStudent of the MonthStudent of the Month

OCTOBEROCTOBEROCTOBEROCTOBER

Years 5Years 5Years 5Years 5----6666

FIVE Stephanie P

5G

Liam C

5G

Emma H

5G

Luka B

5K

Alyssa K

5K

Kristian F

5K

Lucy A

5B

Lauren P

5B

Daniel D

5B

SIX Darcy B

6O

Kaitlyn L

6O

Emma B-K

6O

Tayla H

6F

Madison J

6F

Edward S

6F

Jacinta N

6F

Michael M

6F

Jacob C

6H

Hannah G

6H

Aaliyah K

6H

Georgie A

5K

Science

Madison J

6F

Science

Owen P

6F

Art

Pablo B-S

5B

Art

Eden W

5G

P/Arts

Zac A-S

5B

P/Arts

Emily B

5G

P/Arts

Rebecca B

5B

Phys. Ed

Tom C

6H

Phys. Ed

Kristian F

5K

Phys. Ed

Ashton T

6O

Phys. Ed

Khairi L

6H

Phys. Ed

Joshua R

6F

Phys. Ed

Owen P

6F

Phys. Ed

Congratulations to our Year 5-6 students. Your certificates will be

presented to you at assembly on MONDAY.

SPECIALISTS

Kane W

6F

Phys. Ed

Angus S

6O

Phys. Ed

Darcy B

6O

Phys. Ed

Zac E

6O

Phys. Ed

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IMPORTANT DIARY DATES 2017 • Friday 27th January—Office & Uniform Shop Open

• Monday 30th-31st Staff PD days

• Wednesday 1st February Year 1—6 Students First Day.

Prep ‘Getting To Know You Meetings’

• Thursday 2nd-3rd Prep Assessment Interviews Begin

• Monday 6th February 1st Day For PREPS 9.15am

IMPORTANT DATES FOR 2016

Month Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

NOV 31

CURRICULUM

DAY

1

MELBOURNE

CUP DAY

2

3

4

NOV 7 8

PFA Mee8ng

7.30pm

9

10

11

NOV 14

15

16

PREP Informa8on

Night

School Council

7.30pm

17

Grade 1

Happy Campers Day

18

NOV 21

Grade 3/4 Swimming

Monday-Friday

PREP VISITS

11.00-12.10pm

22

PREP KINDER VISITS

11.00-12.10pm

23

PREP KINDER VISITS

11.00-12.10pm

24

25

NOV

DEC

28

Grade 3/4 Swimming

Monday-Friday

29 30 1

2

DEC 5

Years 1-6 2017 Students

Class Transi8on Day 1

9am-11am

6

Grade 6 Orienta8on Day

PFA Dinner

7

School Council

7.30pm

8

2017 Prep Orienta8on

Day 9.15-10.30am

9

Years 1-6 2017

Students Class

Transi8on Day 2

9am-11am

DEC

12

Special Re8rement

Assembly

Moving Day

13

14

GRADUATION

Canteen Closed

15

Christmas Concert

AAernoon 1.30pm

16

DEC

19

Grade 6 MSAC

Excursion

20

FINAL ASSEMBLY

1.10pm

LAST DAY

SPORTS NEWS

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STATE ORIENTEERING 2016 – WESTERFOLDS PARK

CANTEEN

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STATE ORIENTEERING SUCCESS GK was well represented by a team of 108 gr 3-6 students that competed at the State Orienteering Championships held at

Westerfolds Park last Friday.

The GK team dominated the event by winning all grade level awards as well as the overall team event by approx 300 pts.

However what was most pleasing was the exemplary behaviour, sportsmanship, team-work, perseverance and application of

our students.

The Orienteering championships are the culmination of the school’s 4 week Orienteering program.

Thank-you to Mrs Green, Ms Whichello, Ms Rough for their assistance on the day. Special thanks to Mrs Owen who assisted

with organisation of the description sheets and washed all of the student’s uniform, as well as her help on the day.

TOP 5 SCHOOL POINTS 1ST Glen Katherine 408 pts

2nd Toorak College 112

3rd Trinity Grammar 109

4th St Josephs Boronia 101

5th Gembrook 110

INDIVIDUAL RESULTS ARE PUBLISHED ON THE SCHOOL NOTICE BOARD

Congratulations to GK Darks Boys Basketball team and Mrs

Whelan on winning the SSV PRIMARY SCHOOLS STATE TITLE

ON TUESDAY. A BRILLIANT ACHIEVEMENT !!

SPORT THIS WEEK

GK DARKS vs GREENHILLS ( HOME )

GK LIGHTS - Bye

David Blackburn

LIMITED LUNCH ‘MEAL DEAL’ SPECIAL

VEGETABLE LASAGNE, MUFFIN & CHOICE OF JUICE (or water) - $5.00

EXTRA SPECIAL – POTATO BAKE (Gluten Free) $2.50 until sold out

If you would like to help out in the canteen, please just contact me 9431-1599, Tues to Fri 8.30am to1.30pm or email cunning-

ham.suzanne.s@edumail.vic.gov.au or sms 0408 172 778.

We’d also love to hear from you if you would like to do canteen in 2017.

Cheers, Suzi

DAY & DATE NAMES

Tues 22nd Nov C Robertson; S Mifsud

Wed 23rd Nov K Sharples

Thurs 24th Nov S King; K Wishart

Fri 25th Nov P Griggs; J Robertshaw; N Gadbois; L Cooperwaite

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE INFORMATION FOR PARENTS—CSEF

Every Victorian child should have access to the world of learning opportuni8es that exist beyond the class-

room. The Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund helps ensure that no student will miss out on the opportunity

to join their classmates for important, educa8onal and fun ac8vi8es. It is part of making Victoria the Educa8on

State and the Government’s commitment to breaking the link between a student’s background and their out-

comes.

CAMPS, SPORTS & EXCURSIONS FUND (CSEF)

School camps provide children with inspiring experiences in the great outdoors, excursions encourage a

deeper understanding of how the world works and sports teach teamwork, discipline and leadership. All are

part of a healthy curriculum. CSEF will be provided by the Victorian Government to assist eligible families to

cover the costs of school trips, camps and spor8ng ac8vi8es.

If you hold a valid means-tested concession card (Health Care Card) or

are a temporary foster parent, you may be eligible

for CSEF. A special considera8on category also

exists for asylum seeker and refugee families. The

allowance is paid to the school to use towards

expenses rela8ng to camps, excursions or spor8ng

ac8vi8es for the benefit of your child.

The annual CSEF amount per student is:

•• $125 for primary school students

•• $225 for secondary school students

HOW TO APPLY

Contact the school office to obtain a CSEF applica8on form or

download from

www.educa8on.vic.gov.au/csef

MORE INFORMATION

For the CSEF applica8on closing dates and more informa8on about the fund visit

www.educa8on.vic.gov.au/csef

How to encourage kids to be problem-solvers By Michael Grose

When parents solve all children’s problems we not only increase their dependency on

adults but we teach kids to be afraid of making mistakes and to blame themselves for not

being good enough. That’s fertile ground for anxiety and depressive illness.

So, how can we raise kids to be courageous problem-solvers rather than self-critical

scaredy cats? Here are three practical ideas to get you started.

1. Turn requests into problems for kids to solve

Kids get used to bringing their problems to parents to solve. If you keeping solving them, they’ll keep bringing

them. ‘Mum, my sister is annoying me!’ ‘Dad, can you ask my teacher to pick me for the team?’ ‘Hey, I can’t find

my socks!’ It’s tempting if you are in a time-poor family to simply jump in and help kids out. Alternatively, you can

take a problem-solving approach, cuing them to resolve their own problems and take responsibility for their con-

cerns. ‘What can you do to make her stop annoying you?’ ‘What’s the best approach to take with your teacher?’

‘Socks, smocks! Where might they be?’

2. Ask good questions to prompt problem-solving

A problem-solving approach relies on asking good questions, which can be challenging if you are used to solving

your child’s problems. The first question when a child brings you a problem should be: ‘Can you handle this on

your own?’ Next should be, ‘What do you want me to do to help you solve the problem?’ These questions are

not meant to deter children from coming to you; rather, to encourage and teach them to start working through

their own concerns themselves.

3. Coach them through problems and concerns

So, your child feels she was unfairly left out of a school sports team by a teacher and asks you get involved. The

easiest solution may be to meet with the teacher and find out what’s going on. You may or not resolve the prob-

lem but in doing so you are teaching a child to become dependent on you. Alternatively, you could coach your

child to speak to the teacher herself and find out why she was left out. Obviously, there are times when children

need their parents to be advocates for them such as when they are being bullied, but we need to make the most

of the opportunities for children to speak for themselves. Better to help your child find the right words to use and

discuss the best way to approach another person when they have problems. These are great skills to take into

adulthood.

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ParentingParentingParentingParentingideas Happy reading…Leanne

GK uses resources from Michael Grose via the Parent Ideas website: www.parentingideas.com.au

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Building parent-school partnerships

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possible entry to our exciting junior

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Also, pathways to representative net-

ball and the VNL

DIAMOND CREEK NETBALL CLUB

2017 CLUB Registration Monday 7th November & Monday 14th November

Anytime between 4-7 pm although it is never too late to

join!

Registration forms available from clubroom anytime or

can be downloaded. diamondcreeknetball.com.au

Simply drop into the specially marked box in the clubrooms.

Uniform - $65 always available from clubrooms

All games played Saturdays at Diamond Creek Netball Com-

plex

Training Monday after school

4-5pm 9/U & 11/U

5-6pm 13/U,15/U,17/19U

Cost to join the club and register with

Netball Victoria (per annum)

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