School Council News: A reminder that nominations for School Council

are now open. Parents are invited to call for nomination for the 2017 School

Council election. This year, there are three parent vacancies. The term of

office is for two years. Council meetings are generally held twice per term and

usually on a Wednesday. If you are interested in nominating yourself or

another member of our community, please complete a nomination form which

is available at the office. NOMINATIONS CLOSE TOMORROW so if you

are interested in nominating or know of any parent member that is interested,

please ensure that you nominate by close of business tomorrow. If we have

more than three nominees, we will go to election.

The following is the time line for this process:

Mon 27th Feb: Notice of election and call for nominations

Fri 10th March: Close of nominations

Tues 14th March: Ballot papers distributed

Fri 24th March: Close of ballot 4.00pm

Mon 27th March: Vote count and ballot declared

Wed 29th March: First School Council Meeting of 2017 School Council

The final meeting of 2016 School Council will be held on Wednesday 29th

March. The terms of office of the following members of our School Council

will conclude at this meeting. Members can then opt to renominate for another

term or resign.

School Council

Parent members

George Condos

Bahman Shabani

Elizabeth Waycott

DET Members

Meagan Dickson

Samantha Browne

I would like to take this opportunity to also acknowledge all of the above for

their contribution to School Council and sincerely thank them for their time,

Q u o t e o f t h e w e e k :

9th March 2017 Elata Street, Donvale

Phone: 03-9842 3373 Fax: 03-9841 7033

Email: Donvale.ps@edumail.vic. gov.au

Our Values

Respect

Responsibility

Resilience

Compassion

FROM THE PRINCIPAL - Lena Clark

School opened

Monday 7th August 1967

effort and dedication to Donvale PS over their term on Council. The school is noted for its community

feel and the work by this group of people has ensured that this reputation continues. We are extremely

grateful to them.

If you are interested in becoming a School Councillor and proactively and positively contributing to our

wonderful school, I strongly encourage you to nominate.

Maintenance work and upgrades around the school: There is much happening at Donvale

with respect to maintenance work and upgrades. With around $100,000 to spend – PA fundraising money

and Education Department Maintenance funding – I am currently working hard to receive quotes and get

things happening.

A list of some of the work we are aiming to complete is as follows…

Phase 2 upgrade of junior playground. (PA fundraising money)

Repair pot hole at drive in entrance to school pick up / drop off zone

Create a vehicle asphalt access from visitor car park gates to junior basketball court

Create an asphalt path leading from Elata St gate access point (on junior playground) to junior

basketball court.

Asphalt the gravel walk path adjacent to the Senior building leading to the car park

Flood lighting installed to light junior and senior sides of the school

Erect a fence and gate along the eastern end boundary of the school adjacent to the oval and old

kinder

Upgrade breezeway troughs and drinking taps

Our upcoming Working Bees will further enhance the school with car park fence being painted and front

entrance garden being ‘tidied’. I’ll be sure to keep our community in the loop with all these very exciting

and much needed upgrades to our school.

Working Bee: DPS’s very first Working Bee for the year is being held on Sunday 26th

March from 9.00am onwards. So, get your shovels, gardening gloves, hedge trimmers, blowers, mowers

and the like ready and lock this date in. We have many jobs to do around the school including adding new

softfall to the junior playground, cleaning up the garden bed area, cleaning out some storage rooms,

weeding, trimming….. the list goes on. The PA is again organising a delicious BBQ for all our hard

workers. This is always a good time to gather, relax, have a chat and get to know each other a little more.

It’s always a good time to also meet some new friends. The children all have a great time helping out and

playing with their friends. If you are able to attend, it would be appreciated if you could please return the

notice sent home this week indicating your intentions in coming along and how many of you will be

joining us. We would love to see as many of our families attending and helping us out. I look forward to

seeing lots of families and friends there.

Lighthouse Church Community Service: The Lighthouse Church has offered to come to our

school to do some maintenance work as part of their community service program. This support has been

made possible because of our schools Chaplaincy program. Chaplaincy is not only about supporting our

students’ and families social and emotional needs but it is very much about building community.

On Saturday 25th March, the Lighthouse Church will be at the school painting the car park fence and

tidying up the school’s front garden bed – a much needed upgrade. If the day of our Working Bee

(Sunday 26th March) does not suit you and you are keen to lend a helping hand in some way, then

perhaps this particular Saturday would be more suitable to you. If so, you would be most welcome to

come along and join in with the Lighthouse Church. I know that several School Councillors have offered

to come to the school on the Saturday as it was more suitable to them. A light lunch will also be

provided to all helpers. There is always much work to do so the more helping hands we can have; the

more wonderful things we can do with our school ensuring a fabulous learning environment for our

students.

School Swimming Caps: A very big thank you to the Younger family for generously donating to the

school the cost of our new Donvale PS swim caps. These caps are in our school colours and have our

school logo printed on them. They are proudly worn by our school swimmers when competing in school

swimming competitions. Thank you, Marina for your efforts also in organizing these for our school. They

are a great addition to our uniform and ensure that the students continue to represent our school with

pride.

Hope you’re having a wonderful week.

Lena Clark

Some important dates for your diary:

Lighthouse Church Working Bee Saturday 25th March 9.00 – 12.00pm

Working Bee Sunday March 26th 9.00am – 1.00pm

Tabloid Sports Day Wednesday 29th March

End Term 1 Friday 31st March 2.30pm early dismissal

Open Day / Night Wednesday 24th May

50th Birthday Celebration Cocktail Party Saturday 16th June

March

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun

6 All day: Grade 5/6 Family

Life Sessions Divisional Swimming

7 8 9 10 Hot Dog Meal Deal

Day Close of School

Council nominations

13 Labour Day Holiday

14 School Council

ballot papers distributed

15 16 17 Regional Swimming

20

21 22 23 All day: Grade 5/6 students

Interschool Round Robin Sports Day

24 Close of School

Council ballot

25 9.00-12.00:

Lighthouse Community Service Work-

ing Bee

26 9am - 1pm:Whole

School Working Bee followed by a BBQ lunch

27 School Council vote

count and ballot declared

28 29 Tabloid House

Sports First School

Council meeting

30 Back up Round Robin

Sports Day for Grades 5/6

31 Last day Term 1: 2.30

dismissal

WORKING BEE

MARCH 26TH

9.00am – 1.00pm

Come along with the whole family and spend the morning helping

make our school grounds even more beautiful. A delicious BBQ

lunch will be provided by our Parents Association. Hope to see

you there.

Building and Grounds Committee

GENERAL

E-Safety Article

SICK BAY

Students who fall ill at school are sent to the office and then to sick bay. When a

student presents themselves at sick bay feeling unwell, we do our best to assess the

student by asking them about their symptoms and by observation. If necessary a parent

is contacted and arrangements are made for the child to go home. If your child is feeling ill, please keep

them at home. The school is not equipped to look after students who are sent to school already unwell

or re-dress old wounds. Sick bay is simply there to deal with children who fall ill or are injured during the

course of the day.

Thank you for your cooperation in regards to this matter.

Below is the link for our School’s First Aid Policy

http://donvaleps.vic.edu.au/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/First-Aid-Policy.pdf

SUSTAINABILITY NEWS ...

Below is a list of students who have been nominated as the ‘Environmental Leaders’ and ‘Class

Captains’ for 2017. I know the students are much looking forward to taking on extra roles of

responsibility within our ‘Sustainability’ program. There will be a badge ceremony next Friday the 17th

of March at assembly. We would love to see you there.

Mr Garcia

Environmental Class Captains and Leaders (2017)

Grade Captain Leader

FD Ruben C Amelia S (3/4HM)

FHN Thomas M Scott M (3/4G)

1/2 M Chloe C Sophie S (5/6C)

1/2T Georgia Rose G Joshua F (5/6W)

1/2R Eddie E Ashleigh F 5/6C

1/2V Xavier S Connor R (5/6W)

3/4G James K

3/4B Emily M

3/4HM Matin K

5/6R Imogen M

5/6C Christopher A

5/6W Max M

MATHS FUN AT HOME - Mr Reiter, Maths co-ordinator

Introducing Our SRC Students ...

It’s a pleasure to have the opportunity to work with the Student Representative Council (SRC) for 2017.

Each year the students bring new ideas and a renewed enthusiasm to make positive changes in our school.

The council is made up of our four Grade 6 School Captains, an SRC Representative from each of the

Senior School classes (grade’s 3-6), as well as Vice SRC Representatives from each class. These students

are chosen by their peers, to represent students’ interests across the school. They work hard to let the

‘voice of the students’ be heard.

Our 2017 SRC members have written a small introduction below, which I invite you all to read. It’s going

to be another great year at Donvale Primary School.

Mrs Emily Wallis

SRC Teacher Liaison

SCHOOL CAPTAINS

Hi everyone, my name is Kate B and I'm proud to say I am the girl school captain for 2017. In my spare

time I like playing basketball, laughing with my friends and playing with my adorable dog Sadie. My

favourite subjects are reading, writing and sport. I have many great ideas for the school and I can't wait to

share them with you all.

Hi, my name is Ben P and I am proud to be the School Captain 2017, as well as a member of the SRC. I

have many ideas which I would love to share with the school, such as: Letting students have a voice,

making sure that everyone can enjoy coming to school and ensuring everyone has the opportunity to

achieve what they are capable of. Outside of I school I like playing football, watching TV and hanging out

with friends. See you in the yard.

Hi I'm Anise B and I'm this year’s School Vice-Captain and a member of the SRC. On the weekends I

enjoy hanging out with my best friends. My favourite subject is English and P.E. I love going for a run and

I'm passionate about karate. If you ever need me, I'm always here to help.

Hi, my name is Jackson C. I'm a School Vice-Captain and an SCR member for 2017. I have many ideas to

share with the school, such as putting up an AFL football net for those who love to play football, and

having nets under the basketball ring. This is a little bit about me: On weekends I play cricket, football and

basketball. After school I love to watch TV, shoot some hoops or draw. I will always be around to help.

STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE COUNCIL CLASS REPS

Hi my name is Zoe S and I am a member of the SRC for 2017. I have many ideas for fundraisers and

activities for school this year and I can't wait to share them. If anybody out in the yard is alone or is hurt I

am always here to help. Outside of school I do three different types of dance and play netball every week.

I was over the moon when I found out that I was voted for SRC. I am looking forward to the rest of the

year. Have a great day.

Hi, I'm Jaimee E and I’m a proud member of the 2017 SRC. I have heaps of wonderful ideas for

fundraisers and activities that I can't wait to share with the school. I would love to get better play

equipment and other awesome things for the school. Outside of school I do 4 types of dance; musical

theatre, acrobatic, jazz and lyrical. I also love reading books and do a bit of singing.

Hi my name is Luca L I am the SRC Representative for 5/6C. I am willing to give everything a red hot go. I

would like to raise money to get a new basketball ring/backboard. I love to play basketball and represent

my school. I play basketball for Blackburn Rep. I also play football for Donvale. I hope I can bring some of

your dreams to life this year.

My name is Joshua F. I am super excited to be part of the SRC group. I will put all the time and effort I

can into this job and I hope I can make a difference to this school and its ways of fundraising. I am looking

forward to a good year.

Hi my name is Karli M and I'm the Vice SRC for 56R in 2017. I have many ideas for our school like:

donations to charities, BBQ lunches, PJ days and much more. My hobbies are gymnastics, drama, art and

gaming. I love to be positive and love to make friends with everyone in the yard. Come and say ‘Hi’

sometime.

Hi, my name is Ashleigh F and I am the Vice SRC Representative for 5/6C. I have been at the school since

prep and I have really wanted an opportunity like this for a long time. I can’t believe it is finally here! I am

proud of what I have done at this school. I enjoy coming to school every day, I am excited to change

some minor things at the school and work with you all. I love doing fundraisers and can’t wait to get

started on some this year. Have a nice day.

Hi my name is Tait S and I am the SRC Representative for 3/4G 2017. My favourite sports are riding dirt

bikes, scooters and BMX. I am looking forward to helping out with fundraisers and lots, lots more.

Hi, I’m Lucas C. I am the Vice SRC Representative for 3/4G. I like riding my BMX and playing footy. I am

really friendly so come and chat to me.

Hi my name is Cooper R and I am the SRC Representative for 3/4B. I like swimming and playing games. In

2017 I will help the school in every way possible. Come and talk to me if you have an idea for the school.

Hi my name is Harrison S and I am the SRC Representative for 3/4H. I am proud to be in SRC for 2017. I

love playing basketball and video games. I look forward to making some minor changes to the school and

making a positive impact with all of you.

Hello I'm Naima G, I'm new to the school and I’m so happy to be the Vice SRC Representative for 3/4H. I

would like to thank my classmates for giving me a chance to be a vice rep. I am looking forward to making

some minor changes and seeing the school progress. I love all type of sports but my favourite is gymnastic

and I am in a gymnastic squad. I also love Art and enjoy reading books and music.

Hello everyone, my name is Bani K and I am 3/4B's Vice Student Representative for 2017. I love

swimming, basketball and dancing. I am looking forward to making the school more fun and a better place

to be for all students and teachers.

Hi, I'm Indi M and I am a Vice SRC Representative for 3/4H in 2017. I have heaps of wonderful ideas and

can't wait to share them with you. I like to play basketball, football and I LOVE to dance. My favourite

subjects are math and art. I am so excited to be part of the SRC.

Hi I'm Ruby Y the Vice SRC Representative for 3/4B. I'm 8 turning 9 in July. My hobbies include dancing,

art and music. I'm looking forward to hearing great ideas to make our school a better place.

STUDENT NEWS ...

Hi, my name is Kate B and I am taking part in the World’s Greatest Shave to help beat blood cancer.

Below is a link you can go to, to read all about it.

Thank you

https://secure.leukaemiafoundation.org.au/registrant/FundraisingPage.aspx?

eventId=13823&registrationId=671455

Program Update

Dear families,

This week our goal was to celebrate autumn through some autumn activities. Children made a fantastic effort and everyone enjoyed the

teamwork. Some other highlights for this week were a cooking activity, Autumn tree craft, talent show, and preparing breakfast. Many of

these activities were suggested by children. This made us happy to see them getting involved and demonstrating leadership skills.

Children also are very excited about the new stuff such as our tent and some new toys that has been planned to come to our room very

soon.

Next week we will focus on St Patrick's day activities at OSHClub. We are looking forward to a great week, with interesting activities.

Sherry and Clare

Remember bookings can be made right until 12pm the night before, or you can book on the day by calling or leaving the

text message but there will be an extra charge of $3.00 for bookings within 24 hours. If you’re ever stuck and would like

your child to attend OSH After School Care you can call me or leave a message on 0402 362 443 and I will get back to

you. For some reason if you need to cancel the child from attending the after school care session you can cancel online if

it is before 24 hours or leave a text message on the program phone (0402362443/98422261) if it is on the day.

Please remember to update the contact details (Especially the phone

numbers and address) on the enrolment form if there is any change. This can

be done online at www.oshclub.com.au

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Before Care

Activities

Public Holiday

Bingo

Quick as you can!

Delete Edit

Disease Tiggy

"liar" card game

Nature Box

WHO IS MISSING?

Pokémon Pop stick

ST

PATRICKS DAY

WORDSEARCH

After Care

Activities

Public Holiday

St Patricks Day

Hat Parade

Candy show

Rhythm Circle

Chocolate Cake

Paper Plate St Pat-

rick's Day Mask.

Construction Blocks

Soccer competition

St Patrick's Day Colouring and..

OSHC program phone: 0402 362 443/9842 2261

Coordinator: Sherry Shojaei

Assistants: Clare

OSHClub Head Office: 03 85649000

All families must be enrolled to attend the program, remember this is Free!! Please create an account online at www.oshclub.com.au all bookings and

cancellations can also be managed via your online account. For on the day bookings please contact the Coordinator direct at the program.

Icy Tube Friday Recess -$1.00!

We are calling out for Marshalls for Tabloid Sports Day

Wednesday 29 March from 8.45am to 11.00am.

Parents also needed to help set up marquees.

Leave your name at the office or turn up on the day ready to marshaaall.

Get shopping joy at the Cadbury Factory Visit

Friday 24th

March @ 1.00pm – register your name at the office

Must wear covered shoes & have a passion for chocolate.

PARENT ASSOCIATION NEWS

Hot Dog Meal Day coming this Friday 10 March.

and even more to make a bunch!

Come to the next PA Meeting - Friday 21 April @ 1.30pm

- we would be berry grateful.

DONVALE BASKETBALL CLUB – News & Views!

Great game played by Destroyers. They worked hard as a team to get the win. Thanks to John for

stepping in as coach and guiding the boys through an effortless game for the boys.

U9 Dragons had another big win 26 to 0.

U11 Girls – Daisies – The girls bounced back on the winners list with a really strong 30-0 win over

Milgate. It was a great team performance with some excellent passing, much better shooting and

fantastic defence (with not one single foul). Amelia S shot 14 points, Ashleigh F had 10, Jamie E filled in

and shot 4 points and Indi M scored 1 goal. For her great passing, defence and team work Allie E was

the Daisy of the week.

Diamonds played a great team game and showed so much improvement after 4 weeks. We went down

16-27 against the OLOP Pearls but it was a terrific effort.

U9 Boys Dinosaurs – The fantastic start to the season continues! With only 5 players this week the

boys played another game of great team basketball and came away strong winners. Keep up the hard

work boys.

U11 Boys – Dingoes vs Devils – The boys played each other for the first time this year with the Devils

getting away to an early lead. The Dingoes fought hard in what was a very competitive second half leav-

ing both teams looking forward to the next encounter!

The Department of Education & Training, Donvale Primary School its Management, and teachers

do not endorse the products or services of any advertiser listed in this publication. No

representation, warranty or undertaking is given or made in relation to the accuracy or

completeness of the information presented in this publication, or any claims made by the

advertisers.

Birthday Wishes To

Kade W, Edeline J, Brooke H

Who are celebrating birthdays from the 10th to 16th March