Merbein P-10 College Events
Date Issued:
November 3, 2022
Merbein P-10 College http://www.merbeinp10.vic.edu.au
merbein.p10@education.vic.gov.au
188-206 Commercial Street Merbein VIC, 3505
Phone 0350252501
DATES TO REMEMBER
TERM 4
November
Friday - 4th
Final payment for Ballarat Camp due. Information is on Compass.
Monday - 7th till Friday 11th
Advance Camp - Unfortunately Advanced Camp has been cancelled.
Wednesday - 9th
Prep Practice - 1
Tuesday - 15th & Wednesday - 16th
Variety Night
Monday - 21st
Mildura Senior College enrolment evening
Monday - 21st till Friday - 25th
Year 8 Surf Camp
Tuesday - 22nd till Friday - 25th
Grade 5/6 Camp
Wednesday - 23rd
Prep Practice - 2
Wednesday - 30th
Prep Practice - 3
December
Friday - 2nd
Year 10's final day & Celebration evening
Tuesday - 6th till Friday - 9th
Year 7 Grampians Camp
Tuesday - 6th till Thursday - 8th
Mildura Senior College Orientation Day for Year 10's
Wednesday - 7th to Friday - 9th
Year 3/4 Ballarat Camp
Monday - 12th
Awards Night - Mildura Arts Centre
Tuesday - 13th
Prep Practice - 4
2023 Year 7 Orientation Day
Wednesday - 14th
Grade 6 End of year Celebration and Dinner
Thursday - 15th
Colour Run
Monday - 19th
Professional Development Day - NO STUDENTS ATTEND SCHOOL
Tuesday - 20th
Final Day of Term 4
No OSHC on the last day of school.
School Term Dates
Term 4
03/10/2022 - 20/12/2022
2023
Term 1
30/01/2023 - 06/04/2023
Term 2
24/04/2023 - 23/06/2023
Term 3
10/07/2023 - 15/09/2023
Term 4
02/10/2023 - 20/12/2023
Be Organised for Class
A reminder to students to arrive to class ready to learn and with the necessary equipment (computer, pen and book).
It would be appreciated if parents could please have a talk with students to make sure they have the necessary equipment at school, about being organised and attending class ready to learn.
Variety Night
Students from Merbein P-10 College showcase their talents across the performing arts in Dance, Music, and Drama. We are pleased to be back live after a two-year hiatus.
This will take place on Tuesday 15th & Wednesday 16th November
at Mildura Arts Centre Theatre from 6pm.
Tickets are on sale now from the Mildura Arts Centre Box Office and online. Follow the link below.
If you have a Companion Card, experience issues with stairs or require a wheelchair space please contact the Box Office on 03 5018 8330 between 10am - 4pm, daily to book your seats.
OSHC Last day of school
THERE WILL BE NO OSHC ON THE LAST DAY OF SCHOOL.
The final day of OSHC will be Friday 16th December as Monday 19th is a student free day.
This is an amendment for last weeks newsletter. It was advertised that OSHC finishes at 5pm on the Tuesday.
Please ensure that all fees are paid by 31st of December.
Prep/One Excursion
Yesterday the Prep/One students enjoyed their excursion to Ten Pin Bowling and Park for Play, as part of the conclusion of the science topic 'push and pull'.
Second Hand Text Books for Top Math Groups in 2023 for Sale
The College has a limited number of second hand Essential Mathematics 2nd Edition text books for sale. These text books are for the top Math groups in years 8, 9 & 10.
Books can be purchased for $30, however students will be unable to access the online programs if they purchase one second hand. An online access key can be purchased via the Cambridge website, or Collins Books for around $16.
If you would like to purchase one of the text books please contact the College office.
If your child is in one of the top Math classes you will have received an email from the school. If you are unsure please contact the College office.
No Hats No Play
During Term 4, all primary students are required to wear a hat out in the yard at recess and lunch times. The school policy is 'No Hat No Play'. Students without a hat will need to sit in the designated shaded areas. If you need to purchase a hat for your child you can do so at the school's main office.
Prep Practice Days for 2023 Preps
- Wednesday 9th November 9:00am - 11:00am
- Wednesday 23rd November 9:00am - 11:30am
- Wednesday 30th November 9:00am - 1:30pm
- Tuesday 13th December 9:00am - 2:30pm
Outline of session 1
9:00am - Meet Prep teachers and join in with class activities
9:30am - 10:00am - Optional tour of school for parents with the Principal and Assistant Principal
11:00am - Children to be picked up from the Green Learning Centre.
Outline of session 2
9:00am - Children join in with class activities
11:00am - Children have their snack and enjoy recess at school.
11:30am - Children to be picked up from the Green Learning Centre.
Outline of session 3
9:00am - Children join in with class activities.
11:00am - Children have their snack and enjoy recess at school.
11:30am - Children experience more classroom activities.
1:30pm - Children to be picked up from the Green Learning Centre.
Outline of session 4
9:00am - Children join in with class activities.
11:00am - Children have their snack and enjoy recess at school.
11:30am - Children experience more classroom activities.
1:30pm - Children have their lunch at school and enjoy the lunch break.
2:30pm - Children to be picked up from the Green Learning Centre.
All sessions will be conducted in the Green P-3 Learning Centre
For more details call Wendy Finn : P-3 Learning Centre Leader on 50 252 501
Music Lessons
FLO Program Kindling
If you'd like to purchase a pack of kindling, pop into the College office.
