Wednesday 06 June 2012

50 Main Rd GEMBROOK 3783 Ph: 03 5968 1313 Fax: 03 5968 1548 email: gembrook.ps@edumail.vic.gov.au

www.gembrookps.vic.edu.au

DATES TO REMEMBER

Gembrook Primary School

A view to the future

Diary Dates for Term 2 EDEC Cross Country (gr 3-6)

Earn and Learn sticker sheets

Kurth Kiln (grades 3-4)

Lightning Premiership (grades 5-6)

Sexuality Education (grades 3-6)

Student information update (all grades)

Notes that have gone home

1-10 June Free lunch-time dance workshop in performing

arts room (Cardinia Council)

8 June NB: CHANGE OF DATE: EDEC Lightning

Premiership (est cost: $7.50)

8 June Kurth Kiln tree planting (3/4)

11 June Queen’s Birthday Public Holiday

13 June Produce Market

19-20 June Visit from Macfarlane Primary School, Katherine

NT

21 June JellyBeans Musical Performance at EPAC (ticket

price: $5)

24 June Gembrook Market Sausage Sizzle

25 June PFA Soup Day ($2 per cup)

27 June School Council 7pm

29 June Grade 5 visit to Emerald Secondary College

29 June End of term 2! 2.30pm dismissal

Scholastic Book Orders Due back to school by Thursday 7 June

ATTENTION: ALL STUDENTS WHO BANK AT SCHOOL

If you have made five deposits or more between 16 April and 30 June you are eligible to enter the Commonwealth Bank Dollarmize Yourself competition. To win some amaz-ing prizes for yourself and your school please visit www.commbank.com.au/beadollarmite and write in 25 words or less your best saving tip. More info in newsletter.

Garden Market

Next Wednesday, 13 June!

Donations of garden produce for the ecowarrior’s stall are very wel-come.

We welcome all stall-holders, large

scale or small

Please come and enjoy this com-munity event and support our en-terprise.

A VIEW TO THE FUTURE

Kym’s comment

Kym Peterson

Principal

Dear Families and Friends, EDEC Cross Country The weather was kind and the day was perfect for run-ning. The EDEC Cross Country was enjoyed by all! We were very proud of the fabulous way our girls and boys had a go, did their best and supported each other. Thank you to our team of teachers and parents who assisted with this popular event. Congratulations to all runners! Well done to Frankie, Dana, Tylah, Connor M, Hollie, Lainey and Chloe. These students were placed in the EDEC event and then went on to compete at the Zone Cross Country event at Yarra Glen this week. A truly amazing achievement! Library News We recently noticed there were many books overdue. Thank you to the many families who have recently re-turned these overdue books. The library will be open be-fore school on Fridays starting June 15. Our library is a wonderful asset for our students. Presently it is used for library and research sessions, lunchtimes activities and for community playgroups. Gembrook Market Tracy and Ellisa continue to organise the BBQ at the Gembrook market. This is a wonderful fundraising activi-ty for the school and is a great way to be part of the wid-er Gembrook community. Thank you to the follow par-ents who assisted: Tracy, Damien, Trish, Robyn, Sue, Deb, Dean, Mel and Elissa. The school is rostered on the June 24 market so if you are able to assist please contact the school office.

Produce Market Next Wednesday is the next eco warrior garden market. If you are interested in assisting our students or wish to have a stall please contact the school office. Please come

by the Circle of Harmony on Wednesday after school and see what the eco warriors have for sale. This is a wonder-ful learning experience for our students. Cancer Fundraising Event Congratulations to Ella and Danni for their wonderful efforts in organising a free dress day to raise money for cancer research. The fundraiser showed great initiative and thoughtfulness…….Well done girls and thank you everyone for your support. Later this week… We are hoping for fine weather on Friday for members of the Middle Learning Centre who will be planting trees and enjoying a BBQ at Kurth Kiln - courtesy of the Friends of Kurth Kiln. The Senior Learning Centre and a number of the Year 4 students will be at Emerald for the Lightning Premiership sports day. Visitors form Katherine We are hosting a visit from Macfarlane Primary School, Katherine, at the end of June. The students in the Senior Learning Centre will be hosting a sleepover at school and will show our visitors around Gembrook. Jellybeans Concert Thursday June 21 is the night of the Jellybeans Concert. Last week at assembly we had a preview from the Junior Learning Centre.

Warm regards

HAPPY BIRTDAY

TO YOU

June

12 Tylah R

Star of the week

Answer to last week’s puzzle:

(D) 8 hexagons are touching only 3 other hexagons

Family Maths Work as a family to solve the weekly

maths puzzle and you could be reward-

ed with a Computer Pass to be used in

your classroom.

Put your entry in the box in the foyer

near the office.

Have fun!

MATHS IS MARVELLOUS!!

Sebastien For making great progress with his reading and writing. Keep trying hard Sebastien! :)

Prep 1/ S Mrs Smith

Laura For being so welcoming to our new Prep classmates. What a great friend you are! :)

Prep 1/G Miss Gardiner

Jackson What a respectful and caring friend you are to all! Fantastic Jackson! :) 1H Miss Hutcheson

Kimberley For terrific effort and progress in reading. Keep up the wonderful work. 2/3B Mrs Bigwood

Lainey You have really got the hang of re-naming large numbers, Lainey! You are a marvellous Mathematician!

3/4A Mrs A

Leon Leon, you are a very talented writer of poetry. Your contribution to your group's opposite poem was very creative. Fantastic effort!

3/4E Mrs Everett

Connor M You have really focused this week on meeting our classroom expecta-tions. You have followed instructions, had a go and helped out when you needed to. Keep up the fantastic attitude!

5/6W Mrs Wescombe

Ella A brilliant creek presentation Ella Einstein! Great 'getting along' and 'organisation' to achieve final presentation so quickly. Enjoy your jour-ney around Australia- we will miss you and are looking forward to 'Skyping' you along the way!

5/6F Mr Fraser

Ryan For creating a wonderful mandela. Patience and persistence. Well done. ART Ms Huberts

Leon Great focus while creating your movie. It was great to see that you did such a good job when working with Ayden.

ICT Mrs O'Brien

Library News Overdue notices have been given to teachers for distri-bution to students. On the notice is the title, call number and (for some), the value of the book. Please help your child to search at home or in their class reader tubs and remind them to look in the library during their library session. Many thanks.

Contact Information Please inform the office if you have changed your contact details.

EDEC and Division Cross Country

On Thursday 31 May students from grades 3-6 attended the EDEC Cross Country Event. Thank you to all staff and parents who were able to help out on the day. Blessed with good weather, the students all worked hard and gave it their best. Seven students finished in the top ten for their age group and went on to the Dandenong Ranges Division Cross Country on 5 June. Braving the cold weather on Tuesday, Gem-brook students worked hard against the competing schools. Congratulations to those stu-dents who represented Gembrook, in particular Frankie (1st), Chloe G (2nd) and Tylah R (6th) who will all go on further to the next round in the Cross Country championship. Well Done!

Cameron Morgan

Do you know any local growers ?

The school produce market would like to expand to include local (small time) grow-

ers to sell their produce. If you know anyone who fits this de-scription please ask them to contact Karen on 0407 889 331 or Ellisa on 0402 696 884 for fur-

ther information. It only requires around 1.5 hrs of time to set up and sell at the school mar-

ket. There is also no cost to the grower. Parents are still encouraged to attend the Market with any of their own produce they wish to sell—or

donate produce to the ecowarriors.

Why not get the

kids involved too !

Dates for Gembrook Market

Sausage Sizzle

24 June

28 October

All volunteers VERY welcome!

2012 Term Dates

Term 1: 3 February to 30 March

Term 2: 16 April to 29 June

Term 3: 16 July to 21 Sept

Term 4: 8 October to 21 Dec

Dear OSHC Families

Please note that if your child is to be absent from their Before or After School Care booking, we require you to call or email OSHC Administration. Office in advance of the cancellation (details are below) . When emailing please note your child’s school name, first and last names and details about your cancellation. If you no longer require your permanent booking we would ap-preciate the cancellation provided with 24hours notice given. This will ensure no charge applies from the day of your cancella-tion, otherwise your booking will be placed as absent and count towards each child’s 42 allowable absences per financial year. If you have any further queries please don’t hesitate to call 1300 787 624 or email OSHC@cardinia.vic.gov.au. OSHC administra-tion hours are 8:30am to 5pm Kind Regards, OSHC Management

OSHS Vacation Care Program

Dear Families, Cardinia Shire Council OSHC Vacation Care program is now open for bookings for this coming July Holi-days. To avoid disappointment, please complete a booking form (enrolment form as well if not used during April 2012 holidays). The information for the July Holiday program can be found at www.cardinia.vic.gov.au or at any oper-ating Before and After School Care sites. For any fur-ther queries, please call 1300 787 624 or email OSHC@cardinia.vic.gov.au. Thank you,

OSHC Administration

Friday Lunch Order Update from Charlottes on Main

Now available:

Gluten free bread for sandwiches

New larger paper bags (see picture). 10 for $1-available at the office.

Paper bag price will increase from 5c to 10c

Dale and Sophie from The Block

are coming

to Emerald! On Saturday 9th June 2012

From 1:30pm – 3pm

Dale and Sophie will be at

Emerald Mitre 10

315 – 317 Main Rd Emerald

Come down and meet the stars of the Block

Sausage Sizzle

Signing autographs

Lots of giveaways

Free in-store demonstrations

Colouring Competition winners announced

DON’T FORGET TO RETURN YOUR

ENTRIES FOR THE COLOURING

COMPETITION

Newsletter by Email

Please arrange to have the newsletter sent to you by email

and help the school save paper

(and our environment).

Beyond Primary for Parents

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CARDINIA SHIRE COUNCIL'S YOUTH SERVICES UPCOMING ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS IN JULY

July Teenage School Holiday program Cardinia Shire Council's Youth Services delivers a range of popular and exciting entertainment opportunities for young people during the school holidays. The activities are for young people aged 11 to 16 who live, study, work or recreate in the Shire. This school holiday pro-gram includes activities such as Galactic Circus, Snow trip, Ice skating, Rock climbing and swimming and more! Poetry slam - Thursday 26 July The Poetry slam is a friendly competition where poets, rappers, musical performers and all lyrically minded young people can come to recite their original work. This is a family friendly event. Come along and recite your original poetry, lyrics or other spoken word perfor-mances. Awesome prizes to be won! When: Thursday 26 July Where: Pakenham Library (Corner Henry and James street) Time: 6.30pm-8pm (participants are required to arrive at 6pm) For full details on the Teenage School Holiday program and Poetry slam and booking information please visit www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/youth or call Youth Services on 1300 787 624

Free

Trampoline, including pads and newish mat

See Carol in the school office

Fitness Class for Parents

When: Thursday morning 9.30-10.30

Tuesday 2:15-3:15pm

Where: Gembrook Primary School multi

purpose room

Cost: $8 per session

What does it involve: a mixture of fat burn-

ing cardio work, strength and toning work,

core strength as well as stretching and

strengthening to enhance healthy posture.

Qualified instructor: Certified in many

fields of fitness including advanced resistance

training, person training, group fitness, cycle

and zumba. (And 1st aid, of course)

Experience: 20 years gym, aerobics, group

fitness, personal training and 15 years fitness

club owner / operator.

How fit do you need to be: come as you

are. I encourage everyone to work at a safe

level for themselves and I will guide you all

the way.

What to bring: a drink of water, wear run-

ners, bring a bath sized towel and….. yourself.!

Further enquiries:

Natasha, phone:

0412183329

BELVEDERE HAIRDRESSING

Your family hairdressing needs

Come see Michele for a one on one quality hair service

with that at home feeling.

With over 20 years experience Michele will help you walk away

feeling great.

Style Cut Pricing

Ladies/Mens Hair Cuts $20.00

Ladies Shampoo, Haircut & Blow-dry $40.00

Ladies Shampoo & Blow-dry from $25.00

Pensioner Prices Mens/Ladies over 55 with a pensioner card Cuts only $15.00

Kids

Boys/Girls Haircuts aged 4 & under $10.00

Boys/Girls Haircuts aged 5 to 13 $15.00

Family discounts on hair cuts

3 or more at one time 10% discount

Other Pricings

Full colour from $40.00

¼ to ½ Head foils from $100.00

Contact Michele for your appointment on

59681350 or 0409 384 452

8 Belvedere Court Gembrook

(Just off Station Street at the end of the court)

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