Dear Parents and Caregivers,

We are excited to welcome everyone back for Term Four! As we enter the final stretch of the academic year, there’s a lot to look forward to. This term, we have a variety of engaging activities and events planned, including:

Prep Swimming
PLC 2 sports incursions
PLC 3 Aths Day
PLC 4 Democracy Incursion
Grade 6 graduation
Divisional Sports – tennis, softball and volleyball

We extend a warm welcome to new children, families and staff:

Anya Morrish
Julio Mercedes
Stephanie Zaharis

PLC 1 - Himmat

PLC 3 – Ezra

PLC 6 – Harnit

Congratulations to the Principal Award Winners this week

Prep – Ahana has been recognised for demonstrating the school values every day, and for showing kindness to everyone and making them feel included and welcome. Ahana is a role model and when she grows up, she wants to be a fairy.

Grade 1

Srinith is a valued member of grade one and is a quiet achiever. Srinith demonstrates the values in and out of the classroom. He is a role model and always strives for excellence.

Darwood has shown amazing progress in STEM and persisted with challenges to independently complete a design process.

Grade 2

Mehreet loves school so much that she was bored over the school holidays! Mehreet is an excellent role model and always demonstrates our school values of respect, kindness, responsibility and growth. She always challenges herself to succeed in all areas. When she grows up Mehreet wants to be an actress, and the arts are her favourite subjects at school.

Grade 3

Diyaal shows kindness and respect to all. She is a celebrated and respected member of our school with a quiet determination and caring nature.

Grade 4

Pari has been recognised for her outstanding dedication to learning. Pari embodies the school values in her daily interactions and treats all people with unwavering respect and kindness. When she grows up Pari wants to be a doctor.

Adam - has been recognised for showing growth and maturity when working through collaboration challenges in a STEM design project. Adam loves school and wants to be a YouTuber when he grows up.

Mena- has been recognised for showing growth and maturity when working through collaboration challenges in a STEM design project. Mena loves being active and is a talented athlete. When she grows up, she wants to be gymnast.

Grade 5

Rehmat has been recognised for his outstanding display of our school values. Each day he comes to school with a great big smile and a positive attitude which brightens the classroom. Rehmat treats everyone with respect, and encourages people to be the best they can be. He is a true role model and inspires those around him,

Grade 6

Jesvin has had a fantastic year of learning and growth. Jesvin displays all school values in and out of the classroom and is a fantastic role model. He is responsible and extremely helpful who goes out of his way to help others. He completes all work to a high standard. When he grows up, he wants to be a professional soccer player.

Planning for 2025

Thank you to those families who have provided information regarding grade placement requests for their children for 2025. The timeline for providing this information has now closed. We are now using this information, as well as friend requests and teacher information to place children in their 2025 classes. This is important and complex work. There may be times when the placement of children has not been optimal and changes need to be made early in the year, based on class dynamics and always based on what is best for children. While we try and avoid moving children, and making these changes, sometimes there are unforeseen circumstances and moving children from their planned grades in necessary. If you are leaving the school next year, please let the administration staff know, as this impacts on class placement and staffing.

Before and After School Supervision

Student safety at Tarneit Rise Primary School is our highest priority and the safe and appropriate supervision of students is an important element of our duty of care to students. Part of this duty is ensuring parents and students are aware of our student supervision arrangements before and after school.

Before school: School grounds around the gates (one gate per side of school) are supervised at 8:30am. Areas between portable buildings and playgrounds are not supervised.

After school: School grounds around the gates (one gate per side of school) are supervised from 3:00pm until 3:25pm. Areas between portable buildings and playgrounds are not supervised.

Students on school grounds outside these times will not be supervised (unless they are attending a before or after school care program or supervised extracurricular activity).

Parents/carers are requested to ensure that students do not attend school outside of these supervised times unless they are attending before or after school care, or a pre-arranged supervised activity (i.e. sports practice).

Families are encouraged to contact Big Child Care on 0421 156 450 for more information about the before and after school care facilities available to our school community or if you would like any further information about our student supervision arrangements.

For a copy of our school’s Yard Duty and Supervision Policy, contact the school office. This policy includes Tarneit Rise Primary School’s student supervision arrangements across the school day, including before and after school.

The Victorian Challenge and Enrichment Series (VCES) is an initiative designed to provide high ability students with enriching educational experiences beyond the standard curriculum. This program, offered by the Victorian Government, is aimed at students who show exceptional talent or interest in specific subject areas. VCES events are tailored to challenge these students, helping them explore complex concepts, develop critical thinking skills, and nurture their passions in a collaborative environment.

VCES events offer students the opportunity to engage with advanced topics and interact with like-minded peers who share similar interests. These programs are designed to stretch student’s abilities, helping them gain confidence, enhance their problem-solving skills, and foster a love for learning.

We are excited to highlight two VCES events that we've recently been part of, both of which offered unique learning experiences:

Secrets of Eromanga (grade 3/4 students): This event took students on an exciting journey into the world of palaeontology. "Secrets of Eromanga" delved into the rich history of Australia's prehistoric past, focusing on the discovery of dinosaur fossils in the Eromanga region. Students had the chance to learn about the processes of excavation, fossil identification, and the significance of these findings in understanding Earth's history. This event not only fuelled a passion for science and history but also encouraged students to think critically about the natural world.
Dinosaur Dynamics (grade 5/6 students): "Dinosaur Dynamics" took students on a thrilling exploration of the mechanics and behaviour of dinosaurs. Students participated in hands-on activities that revealed how these ancient creatures moved, hunted, and survived in their environments. The event engaged students in scientific inquiry, encouraging them to apply physics, biology, and mathematics in a real-world context. Students gained a deeper understanding of the dynamic world of dinosaurs and the scientific principles that help us understand their existence.

Tarneit Rise will continue to update the school community on other VCES events we are involved in.

World Teachers’ Day on Friday 25 October 2024.

Hats off to Tarneit Rise Primary School’s teachers this World Teachers’ Day! We are so grateful and look forward to celebrating you for your skilled work in educating, inspiring and supporting our students.

Thank you for your continued support.

Warm regards,

Nadia, Gemma, Adam, Lauren, Stephen, Missy, Sarah and Alana

The Fortnight Ahead