Class Updates and Reminders

Upcoming Whole School Dates

Prep

Reminders:

Main entrance

We are so impressed with the new confidence the Preps are showing in the morning. It has been wonderful to see their big, proud smiles as they walk through the main entrance independently. The Prep team would like to extend a big thank you to all the families supporting their children with this new step. 

Homework

Thank you for your continued support in instilling a strong homework routine for your child. It is wonderful to see so many faces on our Mathseeds posters each week.  

The expectation is 1 lesson of Mathseeds completed a week (Sunday - Saturday). Please remember that Sunday starts the new week. 

The other homework expectation is reading 4 nights for 10 - 15 minutes. This is to be written in your child's diary and signed. Diaries should come to school every Friday to be checked. When we see the diary has been filled out every night, we will mark them as completed.

Year 1

Dates to Remember:

• Tuesday 13 August: Scienceworks Excursion
• Tuesday 3 September: Dream City In-Visit

Reminders:

Scienceworks Excursion

We are so excited to be visiting Scienceworks on Tuesday the 13th of August. Please make sure your child arrives at school on time. Students are expected to wear their school uniform and bring their food in a plastic bag, clearly labelled with their name. 

iPad

In Year One, using iPads is integral to our student's learning. Please support your child in making sure their iPad comes to school fully charged.  We do not want any child missing out on the educational activities that involve using the devices. 

Year 2

Dates to Remember:

• Tuesday 27 August: Craftpower In-Visit

Reminders:

Homework

Thank you for your continued support in instilling a strong homework routine for your child. It is wonderful to see so many faces on our Mathseeds posters each week.  

The expectation is 1 lesson of Mathseeds completed a week (Sunday - Saturday). Please remember that Sunday starts the new week. 

The other homework expectation is reading 4 nights for 15 minutes. This is to be written in your child's diary and signed. Diaries should come to school every day.  

Parent Volunteers:

We are looking for parent volunteers for the Year 2 In-Visit – ‘A Bright Idea’, which will occur on Tuesday, 27th of August 2024 at school. This in-visit will occur in 3 different sessions, so you can choose to volunteer for the whole day or just for the session your child will be in.

‘A Bright Idea’ is a woodworking in-visit where students will work step by step with an instructor to build wooden models with a light bulb. A volunteer’s role is to ensure that students are following the instructor’s directions, using their tools safely and provide additional support if students need it.

If you are interested in volunteering for 'A Bright Idea', please email Miss Shir Chi at shirchi.sun@smps.vic.edu.au, with your child’s name and the session(s) you will be available to volunteer for.

Year 3

Dates to Remember:

• Wed-Fri 21-23 August: Years 3 and 4 Camp @ YMCA Lady Northcote
• Thursday 29 August: Legoland Excursion

Reminders:

Camp Reminders

• Final payment must be paid in full before Camp in order for your child to attend. 
• Drop off will begin at 8:00am at Kirrip Park or in the gym if it is raining. All medications must be given to Miss Megan. 
• Be sure to involve your child in the packing process so they know where to find everything and are able to repack independently. Many families find success in packing each day’s clothes in a separate and labelled zip-lock bag. 
• For bedding, please pack a pillow and a sleeping bag OR a fitted sheet and warm blanket/duvet. 
• For updates on how students are going during camp and all the exciting activities they are doing, please keep an eye on the SMPS Facebook page as we will provide updates and photos through this channel. There are nearly 100 students going on Camp, so students will not be able to contact parents directly. If any important information needs be shared with all parents, such as a delay to the bus, we will update via Compass.  
• Pick up will be at 3:30pm at Kirrip Park or in the gym if it is raining on Friday 23rd August. 
• Please email Miss Megan at megan.hartwick@smps.vic.edu.au if your child has any new medical information or if you have any questions. 

Year 4

Dates to Remember:

• Wed-Fri 21-23 August: Years 3 and 4 Camp @ YMCA Lady Northcote
• Thursday 29 August: Sea Life Excursion

Reminders:

School Diaries

Thank you for supporting your child to fill out the reading log in their School Diary each night. We have been thrilled to see the Grade 4 students developing the new habit of presenting their diaries each morning so we can ensure that their reading is on track throughout the week.

Camp Reminders

• Final payment must be paid in full before Camp in order for your child to attend. 
• Drop off will begin at 8:00am at Kirrip Park or in the gym if it is raining. All medications must be given to Miss Megan. 
• Be sure to involve your child in the packing process so they know where to find everything and are able to repack independently. Many families find success in packing each day’s clothes in a separate and labelled zip-lock bag. 
• For bedding, please pack a pillow and a sleeping bag OR a fitted sheet and warm blanket/duvet. 
• For updates on how students are going during camp and all the exciting activities they are doing, please keep an eye on the SMPS Facebook page as we will provide updates and photos through this channel. There are nearly 100 students going on Camp, so students will not be able to contact parents directly. If any important information needs be shared with all parents, such as a delay to the bus, we will update via Compass.  
• Pick up will be at 3:30pm at Kirrip Park or in the gym if it is raining on Friday 23rd August. 
• Please email Miss Megan at megan.hartwick@smps.vic.edu.au if your child has any new medical information or if you have any questions. 

Year 5

Dates to Remember:

• Thursday 19 September: Basketball Gala Day @ MSAC

Reminders:

Accelerated Reader Targets

The Year 5 students are now working towards achieving both their reading volume and comprehension targets. We really appreciate parent support when working towards these targets. You can support your child by checking in with them about their progress. 

School Arrival

We have noticed a huge improvement in students arriving on time to school. Please continue to support your child to arrive in school before 9am. This allows students to get organised for the day and take AR quizzes. 

Year 6

Dates to Remember:

• Wednesday 28 August: Year 6 Excursion to Scienceworks
• Wednesday 4 September: Year 6 Excursion to IMAX and Melbourne Museum
• Thursday 12 September: Year 6 Extreme Weather Expo
• Thursday 19 September: Year 5/6 Basketball Gala at MSAC

Reminders:

Reading Homework and Diaries: 

Our goal is to have 100% of students reading each night, recording their reading in their diary and have their diary signed by a parent. We ask for your support with building this habit to help best prepare your child for secondary school.