Notes from the Principal
Term 4
Welcome Mrs Mibus
We have welcomed Mrs Mibus to school this Term to teach our Year 2/3 class. Mrs Mibus has come to us from Dunkeld Primary School. She has settled in well and has hit the ground running. Mrs Mibus will be teaching Monday, Tuesday and Thursdays and our ever reliable Mrs Bell is teaching Wednesday and Fridays.
Ms Ferrier - Merino Consolidated School
We were informed yesterday that Ms Ferrier has been successful in her application as Principal at Merino Consolidated School. We wish her all the best at her new school. Ms Ferrier will be missed by everyone here at Cavendish PS and we thank her very much for the years of service to our school as Principal and Teacher.
Halls Gap Zoo excursion
Next Monday 21st October our Years F/2 students will enjoy a day out at the Halls Gap Zoo. Students will be transported by Jon Herrmann. Staff attending on the day will be Mrs Steele, Miss Gray and Chloe. Please pack their normal lunch, snacks, hat and drink. The excursion will take place during school hours, so students will be back by the end of the day for buses etc. Luckily the weather forecast is looking like a warmish day. For parents who are yet to consent on the school app please do so before Monday.
School Performance at Hall
Our students have been rehearsing well and it is coming together. Students will perform two sessions on Tuesday 22nd October. One will be at 12noon and the other session at 6pm. Students will need to bring their costumes and be there at least 15 minutes prior to the show starting. We thank parents for getting their children there and giving up their time on the night!
Parents Club news
This Saturday night the Parents Club have organised a movie night for students and siblings at the Cavendish Hall. The movie they will be watching will be Despicable Me 4. Thank you to everyone who has helped with this great event. Please be there by 6:45 for a 7pm start.
Thank you to Parents Club who approved for school to buy some more readers books around the cost of $500.00. These have been ordered and some have already arrived. These books will be a great addition to our class sets.
Regional Athletics
Emma and Cooper competed at the GWR Athletics at Ballarat last Friday in high jump. They both did very well and enjoyed their experience. Emma came second in her age group and will progress to the State Athletics. Congratulations to you both.
Book Club Orders
Any Book Club orders are to be ordered online prior to 9am on Friday 25th October please.
Puberty Talk - Years 5 and 6
On Wednesday 23rd October students will participate in a talk from Mens Health Registered Nurse Vinu Sebastian and Women's Health/Midwife Jenaye Kerr from Western District Health Service in Hamilton. A letter has been sent home today about it. If you do not want your child attending this session please advise school.
Readers Cup
On Monday 28th October, a team of four avid readers will represent Cavendish at the "Readers Cup". Mietta, Cooper, Pippa and Ava have been diligently studying the assigned books and putting together a dramatic presentation. We wish them all the best.
Urban Camp
Some information has been sent home today in relation to our senior camp. The fee for camp is $135.00. This will need to be paid before 12th November.
Swimming program
Our Swimming program is coming up fast with the first day of swimming being Monday 18th November. As in the past students will be bused in by Trotters at 12:30 from school and will return back to school at 2:30pm. Lessons will be half an hour - one session at 1pm and the other 1:30pm. Students have been placed into groups based on last year's lessons. Students will be assessed on the first day and placed in higher levels if required. The fee for swimming this year is $90 per student. Please start getting your money into school. Payment will need to be paid prior to 18th November or your child will not be able to participate.
Tammy away on leave
Tammy will be taking leave from school from Monday 28th October and returning on 18th November. She has arranged for Victoria Wallish from Penshurst PS to come and help out with office duties. Victoria will be working Monday and Wednesdays. Please make her feel welcome if you see her.
Bus Driver wanted
CAVENDISH COACHES PTY LTD
Is seeking a casual School Bus Driver to work in our family owned and operated business.
3 or 5 days per week during School terms at Cavendish.
Must have a Driver Accreditation certificate, WWC card and minimum light truck endorsed license or willing to obtain.
For further information contact, Jon Herrmann 0418 742 320.
Standing Tall - Hamilton
We are lucky enough to have mentors visit our school from Standing Tall in Hamilton. This not for profit organisation is seeking donations/funds to keep this invaluable program running. We have raffle tickets available at school for purchase. You can also make regular gift donations. More information is included in this newsletter in the Community News section.
Warmest regards,
Kate Steele
Principal