Issue Number 23 August 20th 2018

Richmond Primary School 85 Brighton Street Richmond 3121 > T: 9428 1909 F: 9428 9085 OSHC T: 0447 330 481 E: richmond.ps@edumail.vic.gov.au www.richmondps.vic.edu.au > EFTPOS facilities available

Term Dates for 2018

3 July 16—September 21

4 October 8—December 21

Your school community is here to help. If you have any comments, concerns or praise, please speak to your child’s teacher, the principal or a School Council member.

2018 Pupil Free Days Monday 5th November

Dates To Remember

20-23

Grade 3/4 Camp

24 Book Parade / Dress up Day

27 DET Information Session

10-14

Grade 6 Play

14 SRC Dress up Day

16 Working Bee

20 Arts Gala 5.30—7.00

21 End of term 2.30 dismissal

August

September

richmond primary school presents

“cooking with the preps”

Preps and Pikelets

The Preps have been busy in the kids’ kitchen making pikelets. We thought this would be a fun, hands-on and engaging way to teach them how to write a procedure. In groups of 4-5 they added the ingredients, whisked them together and then fried them with the help of some brave parent helpers. Then they got to eat them with jam, butter or maple syrup.

“I really liked how everyone got a turn and how everyone got to do one thing. I had mine plain, they were delicious and yummy.” – Ellie, Prep J

Once they had eaten the pikelets, they got busy writing the ingredients and the method. They all produced some fantastic writing which parents will see at the end of the term in their portfolios.

A special thanks to the parent helpers who came in, we couldn’t have done it without you!

Happy Book Week 2018!! This year the theme for Book Week is Find My Treasure. And RPS is celebrating in lots of different ways. We have 2 events booked for the week including:

Heroes and Villains: Prep/1/2 on Monday 20th August; John Larkin Creative Writing Workshop: Year 3/4 on Thursday afternoon 23rd August

Writer’s Notebook Gallery Our Gallery is now set up in the corridor near the staffroom upstairs where you will see a display of the great writing done by writers across the whole school. When students talk about Writers Notebook, this is what they are talking about. Not all of our writers are showcased, but over time we hope to show a sample of the work of each student.

Book Parade This Friday August 24 After Assembly Have you got your costume ready for the book week parade? There’s only 4 sleeps to go. Can’t wait to see every-one dressed as a book character. (If there is bad weather, this event will be held in the GP Room.)

Don’t Forget!

Daffodil Day Buy a pin or volunteer for Daffodil Day on Friday, 24 August 2018.

TV STARS AT RPS

Last week twelve students were invited to record a segment for Channel 7. They were interviewed in pairs by AFL players Mason Cox and Tom Philips. It was not an easy experience being under lights, with three cameramen and microphones attached. We were very proud watching all twelve students approach the experience with a positive mindset. They were funny, thoughtful, polite and respectful. Well done to all our RPS Stars!

When: Monday 27 August

6.30 pm - 8.00 pm (light refreshments provided)

Where: Richmond Town Hall, 333 Bridge Road, Rich-mond

We hope you can make it to this community event

Grade Prep S Nikolas Daglis

For being a kind and caring friend Nikolas. Thank-you for always mak-ing sure that your classmates feel included in games and activities in our classroom. Well-done Nikolas!

Prep J Alexander Procter

For his enthusiasm towards writing, your book about droids is amazing! Well done Alex!

Grade 1/2 L Matilda Stone

For your impressive guitar creation, I can't wait to hear you perform it! Fantastic work Matilda, keep it up!

Grade 5/6 C Esther Shapiro

For your exceptional positive attitude and demonstration of outstanding sportsman-ship - you set a wonderful standard for our class. Love your work, Esther!

Grade 5/6S Ronan Birrell

For articulately sharing his Maths thinking and strategies during our Number Talks. Great job Ronan!

Grade 1/2 S Jordy Tregambe

Congratulations Jordy for your wonderful learning during our money unit. The Herald Sun was so impressed that they wrote an article about you!!

Grade 3/4 J Leni Edwards

For always showing high levels of moti-vation and effort in class. You have been such a diligent worker this year Leni, well done!

Grade 1/2P Emma Doull

For consistently being polite and demonstrating the values of respect and responsibility in class. Well done!

Grade Prep A Sienna Ganis

For always thinking of others and putting yourself in others' shoes. You are a kind and caring friend.

Grade 5/6R Jorgi Holt

Well done on your fabulous contributions to our class discussions recently Jorgi! You thoughts and opinions have definitely been worth Holt-ing the class for. Keep it up!

Grade 3/4 N Ella McKibbin

For your increasing confidence when discussing texts critically in our literature circles and the impressive quality of work you’ve achieved in your role this week. Fantastic work Ella!

This week’s clue:

This Grade Prep student has the same name as a sportsperson that you DON’T ARGUE with!

Last week’s clue:

Despite the name, this Grade 1 student was NOT given big, black ears by Walt Disney!

Answer: .: MINNIE Pacey 1/2J (But he did give them to Minnie Mouse!)

Winner: Alana Cadusch 3/4M … you’re a legend, Alana – and that’s not taking the Mickey!

Oshclub News

Grade 1/2 T Pia Karantzis

For the awesome creativity you put into your adventure story “The Adventures of Lavender and Lilac”. You worked really hard on your spelling, developing your ideas and writing the story. Amazing effort Pia!

We are in full swing into Term 3 at OSHClub! This week’s activities include cooking club on Monday and Wednesday with El-len, Tech Club on Thursdays, Gardening Club on Tuesdays and Sewing Club on Friday! Just a reminder to parents that bookings close 24 hours before the session starts. For last minute bookings and cancellations, please send us a text mes-sage on 0447 330 481. Enjoy the week and we hope to see you at OSHClub.

CURRICULUM DAY CATCH UP

Last Friday staff from Richmond Primary and Carlton North Primary spent the day engaged in professional learning around the teaching of numeracy. As part of our partnership with Reservoir West PS we have been building our knowledge of best practice in the teaching of maths. We were very fortunate to have Martin Holt from the Maths Association of Victoria to discuss how to embed Critical and Creative Thinking Capability through the Maths Proficiencies. This gave teachers greater insight into how they can plan maths lessons that further develop students thinking at a deeper level.

Teachers are looking forward to implementing this and making our students learning even more challenging, engaging and valuable.

Nerida Burns Assistant Principal

Selling your house? Mention RPS at the time of listing and Biggin & Scott Richmond will donate $1,000.00 to the school. They will also donate $500.00 to the school for every new management property signed up, where RPS is mentioned.

Triple P (Positive Parenting Program) is an international evidence-based program that offers practical strategies and takes the guess work out of parenting. Sessions will be held soon for families in Richmond. Dates Starting Saturday August 25 into September from 3-5pm. What's Involved? Four interactive group sessions are followed by individual phone calls to help implement the strategies in your home. The last group session celebrates successes and brainstorms other challenges now and into the future Who Runs It? Maria Baschuk ia a registered psychologist and accredited Triple P facilitator, with 25 years experience in working with families and children

For more information or book your place, contact admin@FamilyHub3121.com.au or 0422 126439

Cost: $350 Individual

$600 Couples

Little Athletics offers children the opportunity to learn fundamental motor skills. At our skills clinic experienced coaches will conduct a number of rotations through the disciplines of running, jumping and throwing in a fun and supportive environment. Plus there’ll be a free BBQ.

When: 10.00am - 12.00 noon, Saturday 8th September 2018

Where: George Knott Athletics Track, Heidelberg Road, Clifton Hill

No experience or uniform necessary - just come along and have some fun! Collingwood Little Athletics Competition Season Commences: Saturday 6th October Online Registrations at www.lavic.com.au

Registration Enquiries:www.clac10.org.au, Facebook CLAC10 or email info@clac10.org.au

Entertainment Book

For only $70 you can order either your digital ver-sion or hard copy book. 20% of all book sales will be donated to Richmond Primary School. The book pays for itself with just a few visits to local restaurants, cafes & attractions. There is a display book outside the school office - with all enquiries to fiona_tome@hotmail.com To order the digital version or hard copy book, click here www.entbook.com.au/1885w17. For the hard copy book, select ‘pick up $0’ and the book will be delivered to RPS Some parents have offered to forward this mes-sage via email to their family members, friends and work colleagues. If you can do this to help raise more funds for RPS, that would be great. Thank you.

Fair Craft Stall We are looking for handmade donations to sell at our craft stall at the Halloween Fair this year (Term 4). If you, or any family member or friend, is a talented crafter/knitter/sewer/artist of any kind please start thinking what you might be able to make to help us make this the best craft stall ev-er. If you can help please contact Krysia on krysia_m@yahoo.com.au.