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Calendonia Drive, Eltham North 3095 Ph: 9431 1599 Fax:9431 0686 OSHC Ph: 9431 2503 www.glenkps.vic.edu.au/ Office Hours: 8.00am– 4.00pm
Email: [email protected]
LINKLETTER
Issue 11 30th April 2015
DIARY
Children, Teachers, Parents: A partnership for the future
2015 TERM 2
SUNDAY 3RD MAY GK WORKING BEE
9am-NOON BBQ to follow
Tues 5th May Grade 1 Family Sharetime Day and Dress Up Prep 2016 Explore Time 3.30-4.30pm Wed 6th May
MOTHERS DAY STALL
7pm 2014 Annual Report presentation meeting (everyone welcome) followed by School Council meeting Thu 7th May Prep Incursion Tues 12th May Grade 6 Excursion Shrine of Remembrance and the Melbourne Museum Wed 13th May Grade 1 Excursion Melbourne Museum Thu 14th May Prep 2016 Explore Time 3.30-4.30pm
PRINCIPAL’S NOTES:PRINCIPAL’S NOTES:PRINCIPAL’S NOTES:PRINCIPAL’S NOTES:
GK REMEMBERS ASSEMBLY Last Friday, we held a special ‘GK Remembers’ assembly to commemorate the 100 year centenary of the ANZACs as well as reflect on and remember the efforts, contributions and sacrifices made by members of our armed services then, through the years and now. A commemorative ‘Gallipoli Bollard’ was unveiled by our Artist in Residence Debbie Qadri who spoke to the assembly about her creative art work. Debbie included aspects relating to the ANZACs and war effort using mosaic artwork. She included cameos which in themselves have a story behind them along with the well known red poppy and other Australian content. If you are walking in or out of the school from Calendonia Drive then do make sure that you have a closer look at our Gallipoli bollard. Let’s hope it too will stand the test of time, just as the ANZAC legend has, and may it still be standing proud and strong on the grassed area at the front of our school in another 100 years time. Our grateful thanks to Debbie for her inspiring art work. Thank you also to Damien Uselioates who set a rather large concrete pipe into the ground for Debbie to construct her art work on. Further thanks is owed to Tony Cosma for sourcing the pipe for us and to Nadia Cosma and Annemarie Webb for their inspiration and ideas that we were able to bring to fruition. Well done team! Thank you also to our School Captains, Alex, Harrison, Remi and Elyse who did a brilliant job at leading our special assembly. And of course, thank you to our students, staff and members of our school community who all joined respectfully together in remembering the ANZACs and our nation’s continued commitment to helping others to challenge aggression and help to bring about more peaceful solutions in times of conflict. If only the world’s people could learn from the past and never repeat the atrocities of war. How good would it be if current and future generations could also learn from both the past and present and vow to work together to build harmony across the world, rather than shatter it. I live in hope!
WORKING BEE - Sun 3rd May from 9am
to 12 noon Our first one for 2015! Even if you can only attend for a part of the morning, then that’s also fine by us. Our focus area will be the embankment area in the 1/2 playground area near the tennis courts. We hope to do a bit of planting, build some extra seating and generally make some improvements to this area. Families are most welcome and there’s usually something the kids can help out with too. To know what to bring, please refer to another working bee notice elsewhere in the Linkletter. Hoping to see you there, everyone is welcome!
Jill RamsayJill RamsayJill RamsayJill Ramsay
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2015 Anzac Assembly2015 Anzac Assembly2015 Anzac Assembly2015 Anzac Assembly Last Friday, a special Anzac Day whole school assembly was held to commemorate all those involved in war, with a specif-
ic focus on the 100th anniversary of the Gallipoli landings.
With the support of Mrs Ramsay and teachers our school captains did a brilliant job leading the assembly. They talked us
through the events that occurred on the 25th April 1915 and reminded us all why it is important to remember the sacrifices
made by the service men and women of Australia and New Zealand. Mrs Webb spoke about the “Gallipoli Oak” tree, the
school leaders and their prep buddies layed wreaths, the ODE was read and the Last Post and Rouse were played, finish-
ing with the National Anthem.
Our “Gallipoli Bollard” was unveiled by its artist, Debbie Qadri and now stands proudly at the entry of our school grounds.
It is a permanent visual reminder that helps us to always remember the many aspects of war and its connection to us now
and into the future. Please take the time to have a close look at this beautiful ceramic and mosaicked artwork when you
next visit the school.
Nadia Cosma Annemarie Webb
GK ALSO FONDLY REMEMBERS … GK ALSO FONDLY REMEMBERS … GK ALSO FONDLY REMEMBERS … GK ALSO FONDLY REMEMBERS …
Kylie Blakeley
16.3.1972 - 28.4.2015
Our thoughts are with Jamie,
Taylor, Bayley and Darcy
at this incredibly sad time.
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ROSTER:
Thanks, Suzi Cunningham
DAY & DATE NAMES
Tuesday 5th M Butterworth; S Hasan
Wednesday 6th M Trainor; G Sinclair
Thursday 7th S Grant; K Gersh
Friday 8th May T Forbes; M Elia; J Nichol-son
CANTEEN REMINDERS
Our GK waterproof fleecy
lined jackets are now avail-
able from the office to try
on for sizing.
Don’t forget Thursday is
School Banking Day and
students should bring in
their weekly deposits. De-
posit books will be returned
home on Friday’s.
Please download Skoolbag
either from the Itunes App Store or Google Play. It is a great tool for the school to keep in touch with families
with reminders & information. So down-
load today!
THE NEW ENTERTAINMENT
BOOKS ARE HERE
From every Event Book and En-
tertainment digital membership
we sell $13.00 goes towards our
school .
The more memberships we sell,
the more we raise.
SCHOLASTIC
BOOKCLUB
A reminder that orders for
Issue 3 of Bookclub close
tomorrow, Friday May 1st
2015
MUSICMUSICMUSICMUSIC
There is an exciting opportunity for Year 3 and 4 students to join the new GK 3/4 Choir. This choir would lead the
national anthem at assemblies as well as performances at assemblies, school and community events. The purpose
and benefits of the choir are to build student confidence through performance, develop collaborative learning by
working together in small groups to learn group parts, skill development through developing pitch, rhythm, part
singing, building music appreciation for different genres of music and most importantly a love for singing. This op-
portunity will require a strong commitment to attending Wednesday morning 8.00am rehearsals and performances.
The first two rehearsals students can attend without commitment to see if they enjoy the choir and it is suited to
them. Please come along to our first rehearsal on Wednesday morning at 8.00am on 6th May. It is going to be awe-
some, see you there!
Rehearsal Timetable
(please be early to rehearsals so we can start on time)
“Knowledge speaks, but wisdom listens.” Jimi Hendrix
If you have any questions please feel free to email me on [email protected].
Mr. Steve Moore
Music Teacher
Wednesday 8.00am to 8.35am 3/4 Choir Mr Moore
Don’t forget our Tuesday to Thurs-day Specials for $3.50 – choices from our Jafflemania, Tex Mex Wedges, Rainbow Rice or Cheesy Chicken Burger or you can have our Meal Deal by upgrading these items to include a canteen made muffin and the choice of a juice or water for a total of $5.00.
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3F Giselle H For always displaying excellence in all areas of the curriculum.
3G Georgia H For demonstrating persistence in all areas of the curriculum. Keep up
the excellent work Georgia!
3K Bailey T For demonstrating excellent effort and personal best work all term.
Keep up the fantastic persistence Bailey!
4B Daniel D For showing excellence during maths sessions and assisting others.
Fantastic attitude and effort Daniel!
4L Alex S For demonstrating resilience and persistence in all areas of his learn-
ing. Well done Alex. Keep up the excellent work!
4P Paige T For showing the value of respect. Paige is always a very thoughtful and
considerate class member who looks out for others. You are a Star and
demonstrate our school values in everything that you do Paige.
ART 4L Chloe C For applying her creativity to produce a fantastic “Gallipoli Soldier
artwork.
MUSIC 4L Noah B For enthusiastically sharing his passion for singing and learning the
guitar. Awesome Noah!
PE 3F Aliesha L For her application and co-operative attitude in athletics.
SCIENCE
3G
Martina C For always coming and helping during Gardening Club on Monday
Lunchtimes. Thanks Martina!
Value awards to be presented at assembly on Monday 4th May 2015
MOTHERS DAY STALLMOTHERS DAY STALLMOTHERS DAY STALLMOTHERS DAY STALL
This Wednesday 6th MayThis Wednesday 6th MayThis Wednesday 6th MayThis Wednesday 6th May Do you have any gifts that you think other Mums would enjoy, but you have no use for?
Are you good with craft and can make small items that our Mums would love?
We are looking for donations of new items, wrapped chocolates and lollies, pamper products and
hand made gifts that our hard working Mums would love as gifts for our Mother’s Day stall this
year.
If you have anything that you think would be suitable, please place it in the
“Mother’s Day Donations” box in the front office.
Questions? Call or SMS Renée 0408 175 676
WORKING BEE
This Sunday
Sunday 3rd May 9—12 noon
COME AND HELP OUT AT THE SCHOOL WORKING BEE. IT’S A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO COME AND HELP OUT AT THE SCHOOL WORKING BEE. IT’S A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO COME AND HELP OUT AT THE SCHOOL WORKING BEE. IT’S A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO COME AND HELP OUT AT THE SCHOOL WORKING BEE. IT’S A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO
MEET NEW FAMILIES AND CONTRIBUTE TO OUR SCHOOL. MEET NEW FAMILIES AND CONTRIBUTE TO OUR SCHOOL. MEET NEW FAMILIES AND CONTRIBUTE TO OUR SCHOOL. MEET NEW FAMILIES AND CONTRIBUTE TO OUR SCHOOL.
THE MAJOR JOB IS THE RETHE MAJOR JOB IS THE RETHE MAJOR JOB IS THE RETHE MAJOR JOB IS THE RE----DEVELOPMENT OF THE GRADE 1/2 AREA NEAR THE TENNIS DEVELOPMENT OF THE GRADE 1/2 AREA NEAR THE TENNIS DEVELOPMENT OF THE GRADE 1/2 AREA NEAR THE TENNIS DEVELOPMENT OF THE GRADE 1/2 AREA NEAR THE TENNIS
COURTSCOURTSCOURTSCOURTS This entails :This entails :This entails :This entails : Tools to BringTools to BringTools to BringTools to Bring • • Constructing seats rakes, shovels, brooms, • • Spreading mulch wheel barrows, crow bars • • Spreading top soil hammers, power drill • • Planting shrubs
There will be other minor jobs that will be designated on the day of the working bee.
There will be a free BBQ and drinks after the working bee.
Families who attend will be in the draw for the special Movie ticket prize.
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COMMUNITY NEWS
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BUNNINGS ELTHAM MOTHERS DAY FAMILY NIGHT
Thursday 7TH May - 06:00 PM to 08:00 PM
Make a Gift for Mum Workshop
Mums Only Craft
Kids DIY Pamper Mum Station
Glitter Tattoos
Jumping Castle
Refreshments Provided
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL:
(03) 9430 0100 or via our website
"Spikezone or Mini Volleyball is continuing to run each Thursday in the Eltham High school
sports stadium. This season will run until the end of term 2. Games begin each Thursday at
4.15pm and run until 5.00pm New players are welcome to join a team or enter a team of their
own. For more information contact Greg Thomas." -
Diamond Valley Table Tennis Association
plays competition at DVSFC, Civic Drive,
Greensborough. Catering for all ages and
levels of ability, we play competition on
Mon to Thu nights. We also have a friendly
practice session Sundays from 10 am to
12. New players welcome! For more info,
call Ern on 0423 870 724 or "Like" us on
Facebook and ask a question.
COMMUNITY NEWS
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