Upcoming Events & Principal's Report
Dates to Remember
OCTOBER
Wednesday 7th Yr 6 Cyber Safety Incursion
iPad Program Info Night
Thursday 8th Yr 6 Cyber Safety Incursion
Thursday 15th Headlice Checks
Monday 19th Hooptime Finals
Wednesday 21st School Council Meeting
Thursday 22nd T20 Cricket Blast - Year 4
Monday 26th District Basketball Finals Yr 5/6
Wednesday 28th Prep Soiree
Thursday 29th T20 Cricket Blast Year 5 & 6
Yr 4 Camp Information Evening
NOVEMBER
Tuesday 3rd PUBLIC HOLIDAY Melb Cup
Monday 9th Yr 4 Camp Departs
Wednesday 11th Yr 4 Camp Returns
Friday 13th 2016 Prep Transition 2 -3:15pm
Monday 16th Yr 3 Excursion TBC
Tuesday 17th Yr 5 Camp Departs
Wednesday 18th School Council Meeting
Friday 20th Yr 5 Camp Returns
2016 Prep Transition 2-3:15pm
Friday 27th 2016 Prep Transition 2-3:15pm
Saturday 28th P&F Mexican Fiesta TBC
Monday 30th Prep - Yr 2 Swimming
DECEMBER
Tuesday 1st Prep - Yr 2 Swimming
Thursday 3rd Prep - Yr 2 Swimming
Friday 4th Prep - Yr 2 Swimming
Monday 7th Prep - Yr 2 Swimming
Tuesday 8th Whole School Transition
2016 Prep Transition 11:15am-1pm
Thursday 9th Prep - Yr 2 Swimming
Wednesday 16th Year 6 Graduation Evening
2015 Term Dates
Term 1 - 29th January to 27th March
Term 2 - 13th April to 26th June
Term 3 - 13th July to 18th September
Term 4 - 5th October to 19th December
2016 Term Dates
Term 1 - 28th January to 24th March
Term 2 - 11th April to 24th June
Term 3 - 11th July to 16th September
Term 4 - 3rd October to 20th December
* 2016 Curriculum Days are not yet confirmed.
Levels
Level 1 - Prep
Level 2 - Year 1 & 2
Level 3 - Year 3 & 4
Level 4 - Year 5 & 6
2016 Prep School Tours
All tours begin at the Office at 9:30am.
- Friday October 16
- Monday November 9
Enrolment Packs will be available on tour days or can be collected from the Office any time during school hours.
Principal's Report
Term 4 Begins
The final term of the 2015 school year has begun with a blast of warm weather allowing the students to enjoy playground time with their friends. As I walk around the yard I note the positive tone displayed by the students as they enjoy chatting and playing. In the classrooms the students are applying themselves enthusiastically to their learning. Such a positive start is a great indicator of success in school. The preparedness for learning and interacting allows Ormond students to make maximum gains at every stage of their learning.
New Teacher for Year 2C
On behalf of the Ormond school community I would like to welcome Elani Gibney who has taken over the responsibility for the Year 2 C class following Hadyn Thompson’s transfer to Wattle Park PS. Elani is well-prepared and organised to lead the learning in the class and I note how positively the students have welcomed her.
Education & Policy Sub Committee Meeting
Date: Tuesday 13th October
Time: 6:00pm in the staffroom
Item for discussion:
eSmart Policy Draft Policy attached. Please read prior to meeting.
Please email the Dimi if you will be attending
University of New South – International Competitions and Assessment for Schools
Each year all Ormond students in Years 3, 4, 5 & 6 participate in the ICAS assessment programs in English and Mathematics. This is an opportunity for students to challenge themselves and demonstrate their achievement levels in academic areas. All students receive a certificate for participating in the two competitions. In addition, some students who excel in the competitions receive credit, distinction and high distinction certificates. The Participation & Credit Certificates will be distributed to the students in class time on Monday, 12th of October.
At the assembly on Monday, 12th of October we will be presenting the following certificates to the students listed:
Mathematics
Year 6
High Distinction - Peta W
Distinction - Tait P, Zara J, Harry H
Year 5
High Distinction - Nicholas J
Distinction - Kate B, Philbert Z, Samuel P, Laura G, Jonah R
Year 4
High Distinction - Clancy W
Distinction - Liam O’N, Jasmine A
Year 3
High Distinction - Jason Y, Alex Z
Distinction - Lani H, Katherine N
English
Year 6
Distinction - Padua B, Harry H
Year 5
High Distinction - Laura G
Distinction - Laura W, Kate B
Year 4
High Distinction - Claudia S
Distinction - Cailtin L, Liam O’N, Anisha R, Harley R,
Year 3
Distinction - Grace S, Alex Z, Rowen H, Katherine N
Special Mention:
Nicholas J of Year 5 achieved the Gold Medal in the Year 5 Mathematics competition as he was the highest scoring student in Victoria. We take great pleasure in Nicholas’ success and commend him on manner in which he brought his passion for mathematics to the challenge. The presentation of the medal will take place in a few weeks.
Prep Enrolments
There are currently fifty-five students enrolled for Prep at Ormond for 2016. Please encourage families who have not already enrolled their child to contact the office immediately in order to assist with transition to school and planning.
SunSmart
Term 4 signals the beginning of the sunnier weather and so it’s time to wear a hat during all outdoor activities. Please ensure that your child has a suitable hat so that they may play freely in all parts of the school yard. Parents may also take the opportunity to send along a tube of sunscreen so that their child may be able to self-apply this prior to going outside.
Korean Performance Contest
In the recent Korean Performance Contest the following Prep students achieved a 4th Place with their Korean singing. Each student will receive a certificate and a small prize at the assembly on Monday, 19th of October
Sophie A Markus B Justin C Clea C James D Johnathan D
Emily F Sam H Clementine H Matilda J Alexander J Ruby J-A
Yoon L Kevin LIU Tessa M Oscar N Morgan N Leo T
Maggie T Elleni T Lily W Georgia W Adam A Steph B
Jiek B Ashwyn B Jack C Phoebe C Eric F Sophie H
Cade K Stefan K Hamish M Sammy M James R Jasmine R Ethan W Briley W Zoe X
The following Year 6 students achieved a 3rd Place with their film: ‘My Friends and My School’. They will also be presented with a certificate and a small prize at the assembly on Monday.
Max C Atsushi F Harry H
Zara J Elleni M Meg P
Peta W Ruby M
Congratulations to Mia Vati of Year 5 in achieving a First Place Award for her book review written in the Korean language. Mia will receive a certificate and a prize from the Consul General of the Republic of Korea.
Glenn Butler
Principal