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NEWSLETTER N0.26
DIARY DATES
Thursday 1st September Grade 5 - CERES Community
Environment Park
Father‟s Day Stall
Monday 19th September Film Festival
Wednesday 21st September Clover Cottage Dinner
Prep Life Education Visit
Thursday 22nd September Pie Drive Pick Up
1ST SEPTEMBER 2011
NOTICES DUE BACK BY
Friday 9th September J-Rock Performance Tickets
Prep Life Education Visit
Wednesday 14th September Clover Cottage
Dinner
Thursday 15th September Pie Drive
BERWICK LODGE PRIMARY SCHOOL Phone: 9707 1766 Fax: 9796 2198
E-mail: [email protected]
Visit our Websites : http:// www.berwicklodgeps.vic.edu.au,
Camp Australia/Out of School Hours Care: 9769 8251
PRINCIPAL’S REPORT BEHAVIOURAL
OPTOMETRY Recently we had the privilege of
having Norman Russo, Russo &
Associates Optometry provide a
presentation to staff as part of our
professional development program
for this year. Norman‟s presentation
was one of the most enlightening
educational presentations I have
witnessed in many a long time. In
little more than an hour Norman
explained the visual challenges that a
significant number of children face –
challenges that often impact
negatively on their learning.
At the core of his presentation the
following passage explains a lot:
“Many children have a visual
problem which significantly limits
present performance and could
limit future potentials, and yet
they have no eye problem. They
have healthy eyes internally and
externally, no optical defects and
have clear sight at six metres
(100% or 6/6 visual acuity), yet
they are unable to effectively
control and use their system to
obtain “meaning” from the
environment.”
Reading is an important skill that
underpins a great deal of learning. As
Norman pointed out, he has never
met a child who is a poor reader
who is so by deliberate choice. For
these children, reading is a painful
chore, yet too often we make the
child read more to overcome this
difficulty, with little improvement. In
other words, more of the same
doesn‟t work, unless children are not
reading enough in the first place.
Instead of banging our heads against
the wall, the field of behavioural
optometry offers alternative
strategies that often work. Reading is
inextricably linked to visual skills and
explanations for poor reading are
more complex than children simply
having a technical visual problem or
having a fundamental lack of reading
ability.
Credible research evidence indicates
that there are a range of strategies
that can be utilised to improve what
is called a child‟s “visual
performance”, thereby enabling the
child to learn better at school.
We are hoping to have Norman
present his message to parents at
school forums in the future. In the
meantime, he does have a website
that you can visit for more detailed
information. It is:
www.russooptometry.com.au or
phone him at 9792 3077
FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS (FAQ’s) Q. Will we be using the new
BER building this year?
A.No. We will be using the time
available in term 4 after the building
is completed to ensure that we have
the building properly furnished and
set out in the way that we wish to
use it next year. It would be too
disruptive to relocate grades and our
library for one term.
QUOTABLE QUOTE ‘Praise has a price – it has to be earned’
HENRY GROSSEK
Enrolments for 2012 are now being accepted!
Enrolment forms are available from the school office. Original birth certificates
CANTEEN IS CLOSED ON TUESDAYS
ENROLMENTS AND
TRANSFERS FOR 2012 Thank you to families who have
responded to our letter seeking
information regarding students
who may be transferring out of
Berwick Lodge at the
end of 2011. It is
important for all
families to return
these letters
indicating their
intentions, even if your child is
continuing at our school next year.
This information is vital to our
planning processes for 2012.
Families are also reminded of the
need to enrol students who will be
commencing school in Prep for
2012. Enrolment forms are
available from the office.
YEAR 5 AND 6 FILM
FESTIVAL and J-ROCK
PERFORMANCE Tickets are now on sale for the
Year 5 and 6 Film Festival and
J-Rock Performance. This special
event will take place on Monday
19th September 2011 and will be
held at the Drum Theatre in
Dandenong. Tickets are priced at
$10.00 for primary school aged
students and younger, $12.00 for
concession card holders, and
$16.00 for adults and secondary
school students. Tickets may be
purchased by either;
phoning the theatre
directly on (03)9771
6666 and paying by
eftpos or credit
card, personally
attending the theatre, or, by
ordering over the internet
(http://www.drumtheatre.com.au/)
and following the links. Tickets
can be posted to your home
address without additional cost,
or, you can pick them up from the
theatre. Should you have any
queries about the Film Festival
please contact Mr Paul Whitehead
in Room 24.
BELEZA UNIFORM SALE We have received information
from Beleza, the supplier of our
school uniforms that they are
having a sale this
week. Until
Saturday 3rd
September 2011
families can
receive 20% off
the normal retail
price with the purchase of any
Berwick Lodge Primary School
uniform item. Beleza has several
outlets, the closest is the Hallam
store located at Shop 7 151-159
Princes Highway, Hallam. They can
be contacted on 9702 3181.
FROM 5th SEPTEMBER,
2011 THINGS TO
REMEMBER: UV levels are on the rise again so
September is the time to grab
your sun protection gear. When
UV levels reach 3 and above, sun
protection is needed because the
sun can start to damage skin and
eyes and lead to skin cancer.
Use a combination of the following
five sun protection measures.
1. SLIP on clothing that covers as
much skin as possible (no singlet
tops)
2. SLOP on SPF30+ broad
spectrum sun screen and reapply
when going outdoors
3. SLAP on a broad brimmed hat
that shades the head, neck, face
and ears
4. SEEK shade
5. SLIDE on some wrap-around
sunglasses
Be especially careful during the
middle part of the day (between
10:00AM – 2:00PM or
11:00AM – 3:00PM daylight saving
time) when the UV rays are most
intense.
CONGRATULATIONS -
NATALIE Recently some of our students
entered an art competition for
Chemart Chemist. More than 100
entries were received across the
state. The children were asked to
create an artwork based on the
theme of „wellbeing‟ with 12
entries to be chosen to create the
Chemist 2012 Calendar.
Congratulations to Natalie 5W
who created a beautiful
watercolour depicting „feeling
good, feeling healthy, feeling
happy‟. Natalie‟s successful entry
has been chosen for the May page
and she wins $1000 for our
school. Well done Natalie; we are
very proud of your effort.
LYNNE BRENNER AND
DEBBIE CUSACK
ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS’ REPORT
HAVE YOU CHANGED YOUR ADDRESS OR PHONE NUMBER?
Please ensure you let the school office know if you have changed ad-
dress or updated mobile phones with new numbers.
This information alleviates stressful situations on students when they
are ill and we cannot contact parents
SCHOOL COUNCIL PRESIDENT’S REPORT
Welcome everyone to my School Council President‟s Report.
SCHOOL COUNCILLOR PROFILES
This week I would like to introduce Lesley Lees, one of our new parent representatives and Sue Naismith, one of DEECD
representatives and Grade 6 teacher.
Lesley Lees: Hi Everyone! My name is Lesley Lees, and I have been part of School Council since the beginning of this year.
I have been asked to tell you all a little bit about myself, so here goes: I grew up in the Springvale area, and moved to
Hampton Park when I married my husband Michael, in 1991. Since then we have had three wonderful children, Ben (17), Josh
(14) and Chloe (8). Although I am a qualified accountant, I have put my career aside for the moment, so that I have the time
required to raise my children. I work part-time at Case Victoria in Dandenong, doing accounts and administration. I don‟t
get a lot of spare time for hobbies, but I do love spending time with my friends, music, dancing and even
karaoke on the rare occasion (did I just admit that in the newsletter??). I have been involved with Berwick
Lodge since my eldest son started here in Grade 2 in 2001. I could not have asked for a better primary
school experience for my children, and will be very sad when my youngest child finishes at the school in
2014. Please do not hesitate to contact myself, or any of the other school council members, if you have any
questions or comments you would like to discuss.
Sue Naismith: I‟ve been at Berwick Lodge P.S for just over 20 years now and I can honestly say I have enjoyed every one of
those years! Although I am currently teaching in the senior grades I have taught in all areas of the school and even spent time
as the Library teacher when the school first opened. My passion is to contribute to the education and development of all of
our children in a positive and encouraging way. Outside of school I have a wonderful family and we love to enjoy the
outdoors life. We have travelled to many places all over Australia in our caravan and love to stop and enjoy the scenery of
our great country. I also love to garden and spend time fishing when the weather is kind to us!
PRINCIPAL’S DAY
This Friday 2nd September 2011, is the annual VPA Principal‟s Day. On behalf of our School Council and our school
community I would like to thank our Principal Class Team (Henry Grossek, Lynne Brenner and Debbie Cusack) for all their
hard work, dedication, time and effort they put in to making Berwick Lodge Primary School the great school we all recognize
it is. If you see one of the team on Friday, please stop and wish them a “Happy Principal‟s Day” to let them know the work
they do is appreciated.
FATHER’S DAY STALL
Today I assisted at our annual Father‟s Day Stall and I would like to congratulate the PFA on a very well
organized morning. It was a great to see our students choosing gifts for their Dad, Grandad or
Great-Grandad. Thank you to the PFA for running this stall and providing this service to our school. I
would also like to wish all our Dads, Grandads and Greatdads a very Happy Father‟s Day. I hope you have
a great Sunday!
Please do not hesitate to contact me directly via the school office or you can email me on [email protected]
Jodie Norton School Council President
SCHOOL COUNCIL DIRECTORY
President: Jodie Norton Principal: Henry Grossek
Vice-President: Michelle Sarjeant DEECD Members: Lynne Brenner
Minute Secretary: Lois Smethurst Sue Naismith
Correspondence Sec.: Michael Tabone
Parent Members: Prashad Sujenthiran PFA Co-Optee:
Samantha Cline
Craig Benedick
Carolyn Mehr
Lesley Lees
Hayley PL
Olivia PM
Stevan PL
SCHOOL AWARDS
Congratulations to the following students who received awards over the
last week:
BOOK CHARACTER DRESS UP DAY
To celebrate Book Week (20th-26th August 2011) and Literacy Week (29th August-
4th September 2011) we are having a dress-up day.
On Friday 2nd September 2011 all the students at Berwick Lodge Primary School
are invited to come to school dressed as their favourite book character.
Students are asked to bring a gold coin to help raise money for our 2 Asian schools in
Cambodia and Laos. At the moment these children only have one A5 notebook to
record all their learning for the whole year. It would be nice to think we could provide
them with some much-needed books.
Weather permitting; a whole school buddy lunch will take place on the basketball courts to showcase
everyone‟s effort.
There will be a „Smiggle‟ prize awarded to the best-dressed student in each grade!
Happy costume designing,
Miss Sarah Vine
Chloe PW
Chloe PL
Emily PC
Darcy PC Caleb PW
2011 Premier’s Reading Challenge
Congratulations to all students participating in this year‟s
challenge. It is great to see so many
enthusiastic readers eagerly borrowing books from the
recommended booklists.
Don‟t forget to let your teachers know when you have
completed a book so it can be verified on the Premier‟s
Reading Challenge website by a coordinator. All books
must be entered online and verified by
Friday 16th September 2011.
Congratulations to the following students
who have completed the 2011 Premier’s
Reading Challenge.
All of Grade 1C students
Nick 3B
Chloe R 6N
Happy Reading!
Bernadette Kelly
Chemmart 2012 Calendar School Art Project Update Finally the results are in ...
During Term 3, the students in year 3-6 completed an A3 landscape 2D art work with the view of entering it into the Chemmart 2012 Calendar Competition. The theme of the work was „Wellbeing‟-
in terms of „feeling good, feeling happy, and feeling healthy‟. Huge congratulations to all of the students for submitting their amazing entries into the Calendar competition. You all did a wonderful job!! Mrs Zammit and Mrs McLeod are very proud of you all!!
We are thrilled to announce that Natalie M in 5H, has been short listed and consequently selected by a panel of judges to be on the month of May page of the calendar. Our school has won $1000 as prize money for this selection !!!
Over 1000 entries were received by the judges and with only 12 prizes being awarded all up, we are very excited to have been chosen as a winning school.
All entries submitted from our school will be on display at the Chemmart Casey Central store (dates to be confirmed shortly). Calendars will also be available in the near future.
With thanks and congratulations,
Mrs Zammit and Mrs McLeod
Visual Arts
Phys Ed News
District Athletics:
Congratulations to all Berwick Lodge Primary School students who
represented our school in the Edwin Flack District athletics competition,
held at Ross Reserve on Tuesday 30th August 2011. Every member of
the team gave their all in beautiful conditions against the best athletes
from the six other schools in our district. Special mention goes to the
following students for winning medals in their events:
Boys –
Kyle Nunn (Gold in long jump, bronze in 100m sprint)
Jake Mitreski (Gold in 800m and long jump)
Matt Van Der Ark (Gold in 1500m, bronze in 800m)
Sean Weerakoon (Silver in hurdles)
Brodie Taylor (Silver in high jump, bronze in discus)
Jake Stuart (Silver in discus)
Clayton Taylor (Silver in triple jump)
Dion Rosario (Bronze in 100m sprint)
Blake Chick (Silver in high jump, bronze in 200m)
Sam Newcombe (Bronze in triple jump)
Girls –
Olivia Neligan (Gold in long jump)
Zoe Hemingway (Gold in shot put, silver in long jump)
Steph Ketawalage (Gold in discus, silver in shot put)
Monique Grech (silver in 1500m)
Grace Phouthasenh (Silver in hurdles and high jump)
Lilli Anderson (Silver in discus, bronze in 1500m)
Bela Jordan (Bronze in hurdles)
Jessica Makeham (Bronze in high jump)
Bryanna Sillekens (Bronze in long jump)
Kayla H, Stephanie K, Bryanna S, Anastasia C (Bronze in relay)
Good luck to Lilli A, Grace P, Steph K, Olivia N, Zoe H, Kyle N, Jake M, Matt V and Sean W who all
qualified for the regional athletics championships on Tuesday 11th October 2011 .
Hooptime news!
Congratulations to all students who participated in the 5/6 senior Hooptime tournament on the
Monday 22nd August 2011. A great day was had by all!
The 3/4 junior boys and girls ALL-STAR teams have qualified for the regional finals. The date has been
announced as Thursday the 13th October 2011. Good luck guys!!
Junior School Council News...
Dear Parents,
As part of our fundraising efforts for our Sponsor Children, Pheear and Oshdi, we have registered with Pauls Collect a Cap.
Each specially marked milk bottle cap donated earns our School 10c.
We are hoping to raise as much money as possible to enable us to help Pheear, Oshdi and their communities in Cambodia
and Sri Lanka.
The money we raise helps their community to provide education and school supplies, training in farming skills, medical check
-ups and supplies, building materials for new classrooms and clean, safe drinking water.
The caps can be placed in the marked collection bin outside Mrs Cusack‟s office.
Thank you for your support
Vanessa Stevens and Lianne Morgan
On behalf of the Junior School Council
SCHOOL BANKING Due to popular demand, the “Pat The Dog”
money box is currently unavailable. The
Commonwealth Bank will be sending all back
orders to the school as soon as they are available.
2nd INSTALMENT EMA CHEQUES
ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR
COLLECTION FROM THE OFFICE. Please bring photo ID with you when
collecting your cheque.
This week is National Literacy and Numeracy Week
(NLNW) NLNW represents a collaborative approach by all Governments and school communities to
highlight the importance of literacy and numeracy skills for all children and young people, with a
focus on school-aged children.
NLNW gives schools the opportunity to get involved in a range of literacy and numeracy activities. The Week aims to
recognise locally the achievements of students and the work of teachers, parents and members of the
community who support young people to develop stronger literacy and numeracy skills.
What’s Happening at Berwick Lodge?
Throughout the week classes will be continuing the wonderful programs they offer however there will be a
strong emphasis on Literacy and Numeracy. They will have access to Mathletics and Spellodrome websites
and have opportunities to participate in the Australian Mathematics Challenge and the Australian Spelling
Challenge.
The Prep team will be using big books to integrate numeracy activities into their literacy
sessions. Students will be using a new online resource which links literacy and numeracy. They will share a
book with their buddies on Thursday to celebrate National Literacy Day.
Grade 1 and 2 students will be having a Fairy Tale focus throughout the week. Teachers will be developing
literacy and numeracy activities based around fairy tales. Students will have access to Mathletics and
Spellodrome for use both at school and home. They will be encouraged to bring a favourite book to share
with their buddies during the week. Classes will also be involved in national Reach for the
Stars which explores area and perimeter in their classroom.
The Grade 3 and 4 students will be busily focussing on Place Value, playing a lot of games and
a number of grades will work with their Buddies on Maths Trails around the school.
Card and Dice Games will be used to reinforce number concepts. They will also be involved in the Footy
Maths (Tables Challenge,) Mathletics, Reach for the Stars Activities and Numeracy activities through
Literacy using stories such as „Counting on Frank‟.
Whilst the Grade 5 and 6 students will be competing against other students worldwide using the
Mathletics program, engaging in fun maths activities associated with stories read, participating in Reach
for the Stars activities by determining the perimeter and area of their classrooms using formal and
informal measures, investigating maths trails around the school and challenging their peers in our Footy
Tables Competition.
To conclude Literacy and Numeracy Week students are invited to come dressed as their favourite book
character on Friday 2nd September and will participate in a whole school lunch with their buddies.
2011 BERWICK LODGE FILM FESTIVAL
and
J-ROCK PERFORMANCE
Looking for a sensational family night out???
Well we have the answer for you!!
The Grade 5 and 6 children have been busy writing, filming and creating super short films and
photo stories this term and we would like to invite our whole school community to the Berwick
Lodge Primary School Film Festival on Monday 19th September 2011. This fantastic night will
include a special performance of our star J-Rock cast as a special bonus. Invite your family and
friends to a very special night and travel down the red carpet of the
Drum Theatre in Dandenong for a night you will not forget!
WHEN: Monday 19th September 2011
WHERE: The Drum Theatre, Dandenong Town Hall, 226 Lonsdale St Dandenong
(Melways reference 91A E7)
TIMES: First screening – 5pm for a 5.30pm screening (finishing around 7.15pm)
Second screening – 7.45pm for a 8.15pm screening (finishing around 10pm)
TICKETS – available ONLY at the Drum Theatre
Either by phoning the theatre directly on (03) 9771 6666, attending the theatre personally
or ordering over the internet (http://www.drumtheatre.com.au/) and following the links.
$10.00 – primary school aged children
$12.00 - concession card holders (pensioners, health care cards, seniors cards etc)
$ 16.00 – adults and secondary school students.
Get in quickly for the best seats available as tickets will sell fast.
School Name OSHC Coordinator: Dorien Erasmus
We had lots of fun creating special gifts for Father‟s day. Wishing all the fathers a very special day! Next week
it will be fun factory at BLOSHC when we do some circus crafts and activities.
REMINDERS
Save on Care You can save 50% or more on Before and After School Care fees with the
non-means tested Child Care Rebate. Almost all families are eligible.
To find out more call our Customer Service Team on 1300 105 343 Monday to Friday.
Visit our website to register www.campaustralia.com.au. Once registered you can
make bookings and cancellations, view your statements and manage your details anytime
of the day online.
Before school care: 6:45am – 8:45am After school care: 3.30pm – 6.30pm
Star of the week:
Molly L PC: For sharing toys and using her manners.
BLOSHC NEWS
AFTER
SCHOOL CARE
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
Clown Mask Circus Tent Circus Train Clown hat Circus Finger
Puppets
Parents & Friends Association NEXT MEETING: Thursday 13th October 2011 at 1.30pm in Room 16.
Everyone is welcome, including toddlers.
2ND HAND UNIFORM SHOP: Our next 2nd hand uniform shop will be open in the school
canteen on Tuesday 20th September 2011 from 2.30pm until 3.15pm.
CLOVER COTTAGE
Clover Cottage is part of an eight acre country estate with stables, fountains and
magnificent gardens.
Come and enjoy a sumptuous dining experience with a three course meal
created by Clover Cottage’s six chefs; and a fully licensed bar. Everything is
prepared and made on the premises, from the bread to the chocolates!
This is a great opportunity to support your school at our
biggest fundraiser of the year!
Local businesses have kindly donated prizes to be won and some amazing
items to be auctioned. Some of the items to be won/auctions include a
Digital Camera, 5 piece Ottoman set, Ballooning Adventure, Bedding,
Pamper Packages, Dining and Entertainment packages, Adventure Packages, A framed
Hawthorn signed team poster, plus much more.
Tickets will sell out fast so be quick and return your form with payment
before Thursday 14th September 2011 (unless sold out).
PFA CAFÉ: Is open on Thursday afternoon‟s from 2.45pm in Room 16, next to the grade two
portables. If you arrive at school early to get a car park close by, or you want to come and keep
warm, please come and visit us and enjoy a hot drink for a gold coin donation.
Current Events
PIE & SLICE DRIVE:
The PFA are currently holding a Pie & Slice Drive, with our pies and slices being supplied
by Emerald Bakery. There will be a variety of savoury and sweet pies and also some
yummy slices. Please remember to ask your family and friends. Orders are due back on
Thursday 15th September 2011. Pies can be collected on Thursday 22nd September 2011.
UPCOMING EVENTS DRIVE IN MOVIE NIGHT: December we will be having another fun filled Drive In Movie Night at
Akoonah Park. This is a great opportunity for advertising for your business. If you work for, or own a
business and would like to advertise on the night please email us at [email protected].
THE GLOBAL EXPERIENCE –
LIVE IT AT HOME
HOST FAMILY OPPORTUNITIES IN 2012
In January 2012 we will be receiving exchange students
from Japan, Europe, the USA and Latin America. Our
new arrivals will live with a host family and attend a
local school for 2-10 months. As we plan for their
arrival, we are keen to hear from suitable families
located in VIC who might be interested to host a
student.
Hosting an exchange student can be a truly rewarding
experience. It allows a family to
experience a foreign culture first hand,
be exposed to a new language and
pass on a bit of our own culture. They
might even make a friend for life!
Student Exchange Australia New
Zealand is a not-for-profit secondary
exchange organisation which is
registered with education & regulatory authorities in
each State and Territory. You can find out more about
our organisation by visiting
www.studentexchange.org.au.
If you have any questions about hosting an exchange
student or would like to view profiles of students
arriving from other countries, you can call our office
on 1300 135 331. No obligation.
BUSINESS ADVERTISING
CRYSTAL CLEANING
SERVICES P/L
For all your carpet/upholstery and
general cleaning needs
Special Offer 3 rooms/3 seats
Professionally steamed cleaned for $77.00
incl. GST Free deodorising Free stain
treating
Other services: Vacate clean-up/ready for sale
For bookings & enquiries contact Steve 0411 752 279
$1.00 from each booking goes back to BLPS.
Plus $1.00 to Royal Children's Hospital
COMMUNITY NEWS
COMMUNITY NEWS FOR SALE
Healthstream Treadmill HS1175T
3 years old
15 year motor warranty
Owners manual
Cost: $600
Please call Sally on 0402 027 007
Advertisements published by the school are accepted in good faith and should not be regarded as an
endorsement of any product or service.
Parents and members of the school community are advised to investigate any service or product to
determine its suitability to meet their family's needs prior to accessing it.
COMMUNITY NEWS NARRE WARREN-BERWICK BLUE LIGHT
DISCO
BERWICK LEISURE CENTRE,
MANUKA ROAD, BERWICK
SATURDAY 3rd September 2011 &
8th October 2011
For Students in years 4, 5, 6, 7, & 8 only
Times 6:00pm to 10:00pm
COST: $10.00
Any enquires to Narre Warren
Police Station 9705 3111
SCHOOL HOLIDAY
PROGRAM
27th September 2011, 29th September 2011, 4th October
2011 and 6th October 2011
are multi-sport days.
Play Cricket, Soccer, Netball, Volleyball, Football
and Dodge ball
$15 per child per day
Both Boys and Girls are welcome
LUNCH ORDERS ARE AVAILABLE
Cranbourne Indoor Sports
14 Smethurst Street
Cranbourne, Vic, 3977
0478 046 708
5996 5411
www.cranbourneindoorsports.com.au