TOOTGAROOK TELEGRAPH

TOOTGAROOK PRIMARY SCHOOL

Website: www.tootps.vic.edu.au Telephone: 5985 2864

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Issue 30 19th September, 2013

CALENDAR
Friday 20th September Last Day Term 3 2.30pm dismissal Assembly 2.00-2.30pm th Monday 7 October Term 4 begins at 9am Thursday 24th October School Concert nd Grade P-2 Swimming 2 -13th December Grade 2 Sleepover Thursday 28th November Scarecrow Heritage Trail 20th September-21st October

LAST WEEK OF TERM THREE

Its hard to believe that Term Three is drawing to a close. What an amazingly busy term we have had! Next term all year levels will be participating in planning days to collaboratively organise all of the curriculum planning for last term. As a result, our normal Specialist timetable will be altered so that children at each year have all of their Specialist classes on one selected day. The final assembly for the term will be held on Friday 20th September at around 2:00pm in the Community Hall. Please note that all children will be dismissed from the Community Hall at 2:30pm to begin their Term Three holidays.

Early Dismissal Friday 20th September 2:30pm

Our Annual School Concert will be held on Thursday 24th October at Eastbourne Primary School Hall Tickets will go on sale Monday 7th October @ $7.00 each. Please pre purchase tickets to avoid the rush on the night. The students have all been rehearsing their songs and acts during the term. A few weeks ago I placed a postponement on the song Little Talk as I had some concerns raised by parents re the lyrics and interpretation of the song. We have endeavoured to resolve the concerns looking at a variety of options but this was not possible. The objection was taken to School Council last Monday and discussed in detail. The resolution at School Council was the song will not be part of the concert. In consultation with Christine Young an adjusted program has been organised for the October concert.

To the following people who have offered help at our market on Saturday 28th September; Rachel Nevinson, Darren Walker, Leanne McLeod, Michelle Gathercole, Wendy Sharrock, Ron and Angela Blade Tootstars are rostered on however if anyone from the school community can give an hour or so that would be much appreciated as it is also AFL Grand Final day thanks!

Compulsory Hats
From the start of next term we will return to the wearing of a school approved hat. Our hat is green in colour and is designed to promote the protection of the neck and ears as well as the face. Compulsory hats are a School Council Policy, which will be strictly enforced. Children who dont wear an approved hat will be required to stay in a sheltered area during school recess times. NO BASEBALL HAT IS OR WILL BE APPROVED.

Sun Smart from September

Sun exposure in the first 15 years of life contributes significantly to a childs lifetime risk of skin cancer. To protect yourself and children you care for use a combination of 5 sun protection measures. The Outside 5 are: 1. Slip on some sun-protective clothing that covers as much skin as possible. 2. Slop on SPF30+ sunscreen - make sure it is broad spectrum and water resistant. Put it on 20 minutes before you go outdoors and every two hours afterwards. Sunscreen should never be used to extend the time you spend in the sun. 3. Slap on a hat that protects your face, head, neck and ears. 4. Seek shade. 5. Slide on some sunglasses - make sure they meet Australian Standards. Particular care should be taken between 10.00am and 2.00pm (11.00am and 3.00pm daylight savings time) when UV levels reach their peak.

Our school now has an APP

Tiqbiz is an easy to use app designed to let us communicate directly to parents on their phones, tablets and computers. It will allow us to send the newsletter, messages, show calendar events and send updates such as the school excursion bus is running late. Using the tiqbiz app will have the benefit of helping reduce our paper consumption by printing less as well as keeping you fully informed and up-to-date with news and events. Downloading is easy.. iPhone and iPad go to the Apple App Store and search tiqbiz. Android smartphone and tablet. Go to Google play and search tiqbiz Windows & Mac computers. Go to www.tiqbiz.com then click on the download button There will be 4 easy steps Open tiqbiz and register/log-in. Click the Find icon and type our school name into the search bar -you will now see all our school boxes. Click on the grey tick beside our school box and any other boxes that apply to you. Click on the Inbox icon. -This is where you will receive our instant messages, newsletter, notices and calendar events.

Last Thursday Gr 3 children were fortunate to have a visit from Julie Davey and Doug Helleren from Rotary. Julie is the author of A is for Attitude a book of inspiration and encouragement for people of all ages. Rotary kindly donated a personalised copy of Julies book to each of our Gr 3 students for which we thank them

Prep B Mrs. Bos - Jade Santamaria for the fantastic effort she puts in with all her school work. She bubbles with enthusiasm at all times. Prep P- Mrs. Morssinkhof Jason Mclean everyday you come to school in a happy, enthusiastic manner ready to listen, learn and have fun. Well done Jason from Mrs Prossor and Mrs Morssinkhof. 1/2B Mrs. Baird Dakota White always follows the RICH Values she RESPECTS other people and her environment, she demonstrates INTEGRITY by following up her learning at home, she CELEBRATES her learning and is always HONEST. 1/2H Mrs. Scott- Taylah Hawley-Morsillo for your amazing effort with reading and enthusiastic attitude towards your learning. Fantastic job Taylah! 1/2P Miss Perkins Nash Penzo your determination and never give up attitude demonstrates your Integrity. You are always ready to learn and are a pleasure to have in our class. 3/4T Miss Withers- Obelia Wycisk - As voted by her peers, Obelia always demonstrates the RICH school values. She is a valued class member and is kind and helpful to others in the classroom. She is an excellent Junior School Council representative. Keep up the great work! 3/4W Ms. Walton Alayha Roy as voted by her classmates who enjoy having her in their grade. She is a friendly person who always cheers people up. Alayha plays with everyone happily. She has demonstrated her integrity and honest on many occasions. Well done Alayha! 5/6B Mrs. Bruin Jacob Kelly as voted by his classmates. Jacob has settled into 5/6B with ease and made many new friends. He is a caring and considerate friend who always has a smile on his face. We are really lucky to have you in our grade. Well done Jacob! 5/6Q Miss Quintin - As voted by her peers for always displaying the RICH school valuesJessica Lazner- You're an important member of our grade Jess. You're self directed, coming to school everyday prepared and willing to learn. You smile all day long and help everyone around you to achieve their best! Well done!

On Tuesday the Preps celebrated the conclusion of their Integrated Studies topic Toys. They invited their Grade 5 buddies to watch the DVD of Toy Story 3 and munched on healthy popcorn made by the Preps. This was followed up by a Toy Picnic. The Preps and Grade 5 buddies were able to bring a cushion, blanket or picnic rug as well as their favourite toy and enjoy an indoor picnic with some special treats brought by the children to share after their regular lunch fare! It was a great event and enjoyed by all. Thanks to the grade 5/6 teachers for their involvement and the grade 5s for their enthusiasm.

It has come to our attention that some adults are using the childrens toilets We are sure you understand that childrens toilets need to be used by children only, however if you need to use a toilet whilst on the premises please ask Office Staff. They will direct you to the Handicap toilet in the main building.

A HUGE THANKYOU to the following sponsors for our RACV TOOTSTARS Challenge:

Congratulations to the following Art Show winners as voted by the Junior School Council: Prep Charli Vis, Grade 1 Hayley Mclean, Gr 2 two winders Ben Carroll + Dakota White, Grade 3 Emily Slomczewski, Grade 4 Sophie Lazner, Grade 5 Olivia Barrett, Grade 6 Cassidy Hemphill. The School Community voted for the Peoples Choice award and the winner was Zoe Tracy from Gr 3/4T winners will be presented with their prize at our final assembly on Friday.

SPRING DAY FOR THE 1/2S Grade 1/2s used the broccoli they had grown in the courtyard garden to make Broccoli Slice as part of SPRING day on Friday 13th.

The Tootgarook Garden Gurus are made from recycled materials. Wood, clothing, fabric, boots, gloves, hats and straw were donated by the School community. Scarecrow heads and the overall bibs were made from reused bank bags. The wheelbarrow was re-created from 2 donated wheelbarrows. The plants are from our Kitchen Garden and Courtyard Garden and were grown by students. They are planted in recycled containers. Grade 2 children, pictured here, guided and performed most of the construction as part of their Integrated Studies Garden Project unit of study.

Proudly made by the children & friends of the Pelican Learning Centre at Tootgarook Primary School

Our Scarecrows Are in place For the Festival at Enchanted Maze Come and Visit us During the Holidays!!!!

TOOTGAROOK PRE SCHOOL TRIVIA NIGHT FRIDAY OCTOBER 18TH IN THE SCHOOLS COMMUNITY BUILDING
Hosted by Tony Cappadona

*Lots of Prizes * Tables of 10

* Silent Auction * $10 per ticket

Contact Amalie Cappadona on 0401584945 or [email protected] to book.

TOOTGAROOK CRICKET CLUB

New Players are invited to join us this year at Tootgarook; our junior teams are playing in the following age groups U/10 Also this year we are introducing the youngest of players to U/12 Milo cricket which is open to ages 6 to 8. Registration day U/14 for Milo cricket is Tuesday 8th of October at 4.30 at the U/16 clubrooms. A fee of $75 which include a Milo cricket pack. For further information please call Roxanne Stevenson on 0423057590 for for info on Milo Cricket Phone Scott Gathercole on 0400064198 Coaches and players look forward to see you at Truemans Rd Reserve for training.