Moonee Ponds West Primary School

Education News 

Room 4 and Room 17 students had their

first ‘Buddy’ session this week.

The session started with the students suggesting ways that they could get to know each other.

Introducing themselves and asking the other person’s name was a popular way to go.

The students then asked their 'buddy' if they would like to read. Books were selected from the classroom library, book boxes and take home bags to share.

It was fantastic to see students independently reading to, reading with and listening to each other read.

At the end of the session we spoke about the benefits of the Buddy Program.

Junior School Council

Junior School Council is a council made up of two students from each class. At fortnightly meetings, students discuss ways to improve all aspects of their school life and raise awareness of possible social, school, local and global concerns. They also provide feedback on the curriculum, extra-curricular programs and policies and encourage a positive school community through whole school events. Junior school Council provides an opportunity for all students to have a voice and input in decisions made concerning their learning through the commitment of their elected JSC member.

 

Over the last couple of weeks, all classes have been holding elections to choose their Junior School Council Representatives. Candidates used the criteria below when constructing their speeches for their class elections. The first JSC meeting will be held next Thursday with Maddie and Louise. Congratulations to all the elected representatives and all candidates for having a go.

 

JSC REPRESENTATIVE CRITERIA

  • I am passionate about improving MPW for all students
  • I want to have a say about what I learn at school
  • I will attend fortnightly JSC meetings with a notebook and pencil
  • At JSC meetings, I will share the main, important points (ideas, concerns, opinions) from our class meeting
  • I will ensure there are (minimum) fortnightly class meetings where I can present a JSC report
  • I will suggest ways of solving problems discussed in JSC meetings
  • I will help solve problems by taking action

Program for Students with Disabilities (PSD) and student welfare

Please find below the supporting presentation to the recent information session regarding additional needs and the support offered at MPW on Friday 9th February.

Students with Additional Needs Info Session-Parents.pdf

Reminder - Moonee Valley Schools Network - 2018 Year 7 Secondary School EXPO

All Grade 4, 5 & 6 children and their parents/carers are invited to attend the 2018 Year 7 Secondary School EXPO to learn more about our local Secondary Schools.

Date:

Wednesday, 21st March  2018

Time:

4:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Location:

In the Gym at Moonee Ponds West Primary School

150 Athol Street Moonee Ponds

  • Buckley Park College
  • Mount Alexander College
  • Essendon Keilor College (East Keilor and Niddrie Campuses)
  • Rosehill Secondary College
  • Strathmore Secondary College

These schools will have displays and information handouts for interested families, plus personnel to talk to you and answer any questions you may have. The format is informal, so you are free to visit whichever display you wish to, any time between 4.00pm and 7.00pm.

 

We look forward to your attendance.

For further enquiries ring East Keilor College, 8331 0100.