PRINCIPAL’S REPORT

ATHLETICS SPORTS DAY

Please find enclosed a program for this Friday’s athletics sports. The weather isn’t looking very favourable for this Friday’s athletic sports. Currently there is rain predicted during the event and if this predicted weather eventuates the Athletics Day will be postponed. Hopefully we will be able to notify the school community by Thursday afternoon otherwise the community will be advised via 3BO and also on the Facebook page. If the event is cancelled it will be a normal school day. PARENT HELPERS THANK YOU

David Stephen—Installing our new Values Banners along Wiegards Road Di Boromeo—donating pears for students to enjoy! Library Helpers—Kaye Angove (Chili’s mum)

YOU CAN DO IT - TERM TWO: PERSISTENCE

Habit of Mind: Putting in the Effort Some people are lucky to be born with natural talent in a particular area— it may be sports or artistic skills or exceptional science, maths or writing skills. Natural abilities will take you so far and will give you entry into elite areas. But once you’re in a field of expertise with LOTS of people who have those same natural abilities, what makes one person more successful? What makes one person stand out in an elite field? The answer is “effort”. In the end, effort is what will bring success in your chosen field.

MOVIE NIGHT FUNDRAISER—12TH JUNE

Our Movie night fundraiser is fast approaching. This was a great night last year. Come and enjoy a fun night at the movies and terrific raffle prizes, including: Frankie and Co scarf, Saff Collective Jewellery, Park lane Jewellery, 3T fitness 2 week unlimited pass, Hair n There treatment and blow wave, Cafe Essence voucher, SportsCo donation, Tupperware, Lockwood PS wine glasses. The movie—Oceans 8—appeals to everyone and we’re looking forward to seeing lots of mums and dads (grandparents, friends…) at Bendigo Cinema. Please collect tickets from the office. $25 each or $20 for groups of five or more

SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT TEAM (SIT) —SENIOR LEADERS

The classroom teacher should be a parent’s first point of contact with any concerns, we also have a school improvement team that’s responsible for leading implementation of our Annual Plan. It’s timely to introduce the teachers who oversee key school improvement areas: Helen Hosking = Numeracy Leader, Lauren McEwan = Literacy Leader, Brad Wickham = Wellbeing Leader. Whilst my door is always open, please feel free to contact any member of the SIT with concerns or suggestions. SEEKING PARENT FEEDBACK

Parents are encouraged to participate in our online Strategic Plan review forum. Contributions are anonymous and input is automatically saved. Add comments to as many sections as you wish. Simply follow the link, add your comments or type “Y” to endorse comment/s that other parents have made:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DLBVm436_IAcvcMlXsfVxN3sp9870Jk-/view?usp=sharing The document will be closed and sent to the reviewer on Thursday 28th June, 2018. It would be great to hear from lots of existing parents as well as from new Prep parents about your experience of the school. CONGRATULATIONS TAHLIA JORDAN

Tahlia represented Lockwood PS at the Regional Cross Country this week, placing 31st in a very big field. Well done, Tahlia!

T E R M 2 I M P O R T A N T D A T E S

8th June -Whole School Athletics

No Lunch Orders

11th June

Queens Birthday Public Holiday

12th June

Movie Fundraiser6.30pm

“Ocean’s 8”

14th June

Term 2 Uniform orders due back

18-21 June—SSG Meetings

24th June—Bunnings BBQ

Helpers Needed

25th June

Semester One Reports Issued

27th June

Curriculum Day—Student Free

28th June

House Colours Day & Lunch

28th -29th June

Student-Led Conferences—

Thursday evening + all day Friday.

NB: on Friday 29th, students are only required at school during their conference session.

OSHC available all day on 29/6.

End of Term Two

T E R M 3

18th July –Senior Netball

Grade 5 & 6 Girls @ Golden City Netball

25th July Senior Football

6th June, 2018

Newsletter #17

FRIDAY LUNCHES ROSTER:

Wednesday 13th June Penny Baird & Roxanne Daldy

P a g e 2

CONGRATULATIONS JESSIE, JACK AND ELLIE

The Wardell family is expecting their second child in December. Jessie has reduced her allotment for the rest of Term Two but expects to be back to three days per week in Term Three. Robyn Andersen is taking STEM class on Tuesdays and Gr.45H on Friday afternoons. Congratulations Jessie, Jack and Ellie!

SSG MEETINGS—BOOKINGS HAVE OPENED

For students currently on Individual Learning Plans, we will be holding our Term Two Student Support Group Meetings during Week 10, 19, 21 and 22 June. This will ensure the most up-to-date assessments can be discussed and plans adapted accordingly for Term Three. Bookings are now open on SENTRAL.

SCHOOL REVIEW PROCESS

Our four yearly review will begin on 2nd August and conclude on 14th August. The review involves evaluating the 2014-2018 Strategic Plan to evaluate our targets and consider why they were or were not met. The process involves consultation with the whole school community, including parent and student forums. A rigorous accountability process will also be undertaken to ensure the school’s policies and operations are aligned with VRQA standards, including child-safe standards. The outcome of the review process is a new 2018-2022 Strategic Plan. Please watch this space for forum invitations.

LOCKWOOD PS PLAYGROUP - FRIDAY 9-11AM

Mel Scoble will be running playgroup every Friday, 9.00am—11.00am. The program will support children's preparation for kinder. Parents with pre-school children are encouraged to attend. For families with 2019 Preps, playgroup is a great way for your kindergarten child to begin making friends in preparation for next year at school. Bookings are not required. Just come along with your pre-schooler. Existing Lockwood PS families with pre-schoolers, are encouraged to use this service. It would be great if you could promote our Playgroup with your neighbours and friends. ALL WELCOME! Our service is supported by Playgroup Victoria Inc.

REPORTS + STUDENT-LED CONFERENCES

This year, we will be trialling “Student Led Conferences” following the distribution of Semester One reports, to foster student voice and ownership of their learning. Parents will receive Semester One Reports on Monday 25th June. At student-led conferences, students will share their Semester One goals and work samples. There will be an opportunity at the end of the conference to discuss any concerns with the teacher. Similar to our local secondary colleges, students’ final full day of classes will be on Thursday 28th June. On Friday 29th June, students will attend school at their allocated conference time. Conference bookings will be via the SENTRAL portal and will be available at the following times:

Thursday 28th June—4.00-8.00pm Friday 29th June—9.00-2.30pm

Bookings will open on Sentral on Tuesday 19th June. OSHC will be available on Friday 29th June, 7.00am-6.00pm if there are 10+ bookings

MAGGI GRAVY FUNDRAISER

Our Maggi Gravy fundraiser is now on. The gravy is available in 1kg and 2kg tubs of gravy powder. This is delicious, catering quality gravy available for a great price, with 15% of proceeds being returned to the school. Order forms are available at the office till 15th June. Thanks to Kim Hanson for organising this event.

ELMORE EQUESTRIAN INTERSCHOOLS

July 7th & 8th 2018 Julie Birchmore & Joanne Kilbourne would love to hear from anyone interested in entering a Lockwood Primary School (or Crusoe College) team into the Elmore Equestrian Interschools. All ages and riding levels welcome. Joanne Kilbourne 0475 954 461 Julie Birchmore 0427 814 819 http://www.vic.equestrian.org.au/about-interschools

LIBRARY HELPERS

We’re in need of a team of parents who can spend 15 minutes tidying up the library at the end of each day. It would mean arriving a little earlier for pick up. If you can help, please add your name to the sheet on the library door. Thanks!

DRUM LESSONS RESUME FOR 2018

Dave Dewar has one more space for drum lessons. Dave is a very experienced music teacher and charges $20 for a 30 minute 1:1 drum lesson. The school provides the drum kit. Please see the office if you wish to enrol for lessons.

PLEASE UPDATE STUDENT MEDICAL PLANS

We have several students with asthma, allergies and other medical conditions who have outdated plans on file. These documents need to be updated by parents in consultation with their GP every year. Please provide an updated plan asap.

GR.2-3 STEM THIS WEEK

Tylor, Tannah, Tully and Foster show off their brilliant STEM creations! MARIMEKKO EXHIBITION

Grades 4-6 really enjoyed the Marimekko Design Exhibition at Bendigo art Gallery last Thursday. Thanks to Mrs. Charlton for

organising the excursion and preparing the students so well.

P a g e 3

P/1B—Indie G For showing great persistence with descriptive writing this week. Great Work Indie!! P/1H—Jimmy M For being extremely persistence with his writing and for always trying his best. 2/3M—Isabella H For being persistence in all classroom activities. 2/3W— Tully R For working and persisting with his “Big Write” information report this week. 4/5H—Isabella O For always working hard and giving effort—especially with her maths. Well done Isabella!! 5/6M—Shayla S-L For setting positive goals for herself and persisting in maintain positive friendships at school.

Reminders from The Office: WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECKS

Our Child Safe Policy requires every person who volunteers at the school and has contact with the children, holds a current Working with Children Check—including camps, excursions, gym, swimming and classroom/excursion helpers. WWCCs are FREE for volunteers and can be obtained online at: http://www.workingwithchildren.vic.gov.au/home/applications/apply+for+a+check/apply+in+victoria OUTSIDE SCHOOL HOURS CARE

As most of you would be aware as of 2nd July this year, there is a change to the Subsidy that you receive for Child Care (this includes the OSHC). ALL families that receive any Child Care Benefit and/or Child Care Rebate for approved care, should have received a notifi-cation from Centrelink requesting them to go online and complete an assessment or apply for a subsidy. I have been advised, that If you do not complete this assess-ment you will NOT receive child care fee assistance from 2nd July 2018. I would encourage everyone that uses Lockwood PS OSHC, to ensure that they have already completed the assessment or do so, as soon as possible, so that their benefits continue without any ‘hiccups’. If you need any information in regards to the process you can visit – education.gov.au/childcare. PARENT VOLUNTEERS

This term, we’ll be seeking volunteers for the Bunnings BBQ on 24th June. Sign up sheets are now on the office win-dow. A reminder that every family is required to volunteer at least once per year. Thanks! Emma Birch—Volunteers Coordinator Term 2 Uniform Orders

Term 2 uniform orders are out and need to be returned by 14/06/2018

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