Hello Year 5 and 6 Parents.

It has been a very busy time in Level Four! Please enjoy reading about the exciting activities the students have been involved in over the last 2 weeks and the important dates to be aware of for the next month.

INTERRELATE

Year 5 and 6 students will be taking part in a series of sessions provided by Interrelate (beginning on the 3rd November). PLEASE ENSURE YOU HAVE PAID AND GRANTED PERMISSION ON QKR! The Interrelate program delivers excellent, age appropriate content that supports class discussions centered on topics such as puberty, relationships and personal safety. These are all part of the Victorian Curriculum. We also encourage PARENTS to attend an online Parent Information evening on 27th October to hear more about the program and take the opportunity to ask any questions you may have. Please click the link below to register.

https://events.humanitix.com/vermont-ps-parent-information-session-27-october-2022

VERMONT VIEWS

The Vermont Views magazine is now available for purchase on Qkr! This is a great keepsake of 'the year that was' and a fun way to track your child's journey through their school years. Further details can be found on Qkr!

2023 YEAR 6 POLO TOPS - YEAR 5 PARENTS can now purchase the special Year 6 Polo Top on Qkr! The closing date to purchase a polo top is Friday 28th October. This Polo Top features a design selected by the current Year 5 students and will be able to be worn throughout their final year at the school.

Please note that any class requests for 2023 must be in by the end of next week (28th). These requests must be based on the wellbeing and/or educational needs of your child. Students will have their own opportunity to list friends they would like to be with. Requests must be sent in writing to alistair.straughan@education.vic.gov.au

YEAR 6 GRADUATION

The Year 6 Graduation will take place at the Box Hill Town Hall on Monday 12th December. The evening officially begins at 6.30pm however, most students arrive between 6pm and 6.30pm so that they can take photos with their friends before Graduation starts. The students should be dressed in appropriate clothing for the evening. Students have typically chosen to wear neat, semi formal clothing, such as collared shirts, slacks and dresses that reflect this special occasion.

THE KNOX WOODWORKERS THANK YOU CARD

The Knox Woodworkers have kindly made the tray kits that the students have been using during their art lessons. As a thank you, a card is going to be given to The Knox Woodworkers which includes some photos of the students using the trays. If you do not want a photo of your child to be included in the thank you card, please email Christine Mulvany before Tuesday 25th October. Christine.mulvany@education.vic.gov.au

During Inquiry, the students have been learning about the impact humans have had on Antarctica. Here are some Infographics of their research.

In writing, the students have been learning about persuasive writing; focusing on using a variety of persuasive devices.

VICTORIAN INSTITUTE OF SPORT “PLAY ON” PRESENTATION

Last week the Year 5 and 6 students had a visit from Brooke Buschkuehl, who is the current Australian record holder in Long Jump. Brooke spoke to us about how she became a long jumper and what she has had to do and sacrifice to make it to the Olympics. We also learnt about resilience and working hard to make your dreams come true. By Darcey and Tyler.

CYBER SAFETY TALK

On Friday October 14, the Level 4 students had a visit from Senior Constable Tania and Senior Constable Jac who are proactive police officers for the Eastern Region. They spoke about cyber safety topics including online safety, keeping information safe, content restrictions and cyber bullying. Please take the time to ask your child about what they learnt.

SUSTAINABILITY CONFERENCE

On Thursday 13th October, the Year 5 and 6 Planet Savers and Sustainability Leaders participated in an online Climate Change Summit for Schools, hosted by the State Library of Victoria. We learnt about Global Warming and what we, as young people, can do to change the world for better – the Sustainability Leaders and the Level 4 Planet Savers.

QUANTUM EXCURSION - To celebrate STEM Week at Vermont Primary School, all classes from Years 3-6 are going on an excursion to Quantum Victoria. The date for your child’s excursion to Quantum Victoria is below. On your child’s day, they will need to be at school at 8.45am with the bus leaving for Macleod at 9am. Students will need to bring their hat, a snack, a drink bottle and their lunch in a small bag.

Friday, November 4 – 3PA & 6AS Thursday, November 10 – 4PS & 5LW

Monday, November 7 – 4JH & 6JS Friday, November 11 – 3TW & 6CP

Tuesday, November 8 – 4JS & 5RC Monday, November 14 – 4SD & 6KM

Wednesday, November 9 – 3LS & 5GP Tuesday, November 15 – 3KY & 5LS

Quantum Victoria is a Centre of Excellence and Innovation in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Education. Students will be involved in unique hands-on STEM and Digital Learning activities throughout the day. The Year 5/6s will be programming and working with 3D printers. Please complete permission and payment on Qkr! by Friday, October 28.

Parent Maths Night – Thursday, November 3 (6.30pm)

A reminder to all parents that Vermont Primary School is holding a Parents Maths Night starting in the Stadium on Thursday, November 3 at 6.30pm. Come along to see a gallery of student work, participate in workshops when VPS staff explain procedures for teaching Mathematics, and find out more about the new VPS Maths Instructional website. If you are interested in coming, you will need to select your workshops, so please register at https://forms.office.com/r/vgPHRTabi6.

Summer Sport District Finals

During the week, three of our Summer Sport Teams played in their District Finals. The Girl's Tennis Team played their final against Livingstone Primary School. All of the girls played some amazing tennis but in the end, Livingstone won the match. We couldn't be prouder of the way the team played and the sportsmanship and team spirit which they displayed!

The Girl's and Mixed Softball Teams played their finals at Livingstone Primary School. After a full day of competition, both teams were successful and will now move on to the next round of finals. We are so proud of the great skill and team work displayed by the Vermont students and also the respect they showed to their opposition. We wish them all the best for their Regional Final matches.

IMPORTANT DATES

Friday 21st October - Year 6 National Sports Museum/MCG tour

Thursday 27th October - Year 5 National Sports Museum/MCG tour

Thursday 27th October- Interrelate Parent Information Session

Thursday 3rd November - Year 5 Interrelate Session 1

Thursday 3rd November - Parents and Numeracy Evening

Friday 4th November - Year 6 Interrelate Session 1

Specialists

Grade 1 Digi Tech