Book Day Parade

We are excited to announce that our annual Book Day Parade will take place on Tuesday 19th August during Session 1. This event is always a highlight of the term and a wonderful opportunity for students to celebrate their love of books, creativity and storytelling. Parents are welcome to join us for the Parade.

Students are encouraged to come dressed as a character from a book or book-inspired category. We kindly ask that all costumes are age-appropriate and suitable for the school environment, allowing students to participate safely and respectfully.

To help students prepare, we have created a list of parade categories that will be called out on the day. Each student will be able to walk in one category only, and there will also be an 'Other' category at the end for any characters not covered in the list below:

Popular Game Characters E.g. Minecraft, Roblox, Sonic, Mario
Star Wars Universe & Sci-Fi / SpaceE.g. Jedi & Sith,Droids, Space Rebels & Empire, Aliens, Astronauts
Princesses & Fairytales E.g. Classic Fairy Tales, Modern Princesses
SuperheroesE.g. Spider-Man, Wonder Woman, Batman
Villains & Anti-HeroesE.g. Cruella de Vil, Joker, Darth Vader
Mythical & Magical Creatures E.g. Dragons, Unicorns, Phoenixes, Wizards, Witches, Sorcerers, Folklore creatures
Sports Stars & Characters E.g. real-world athletes, Sports mascots, Fictional sports characters
Picture Story & ComicsGraphic novel characters, Classic comic strips (e.g.Calvin & Hobbes, Rainbow Fish, Thelma, The Crayons, Where’s Wally etc.)
Harry Potter & The Wizarding WorldE.g. Hogwarts students and professors, Magical creatures and spells
Animals & NatureE.g. Wild animals, Pets, Farm animals
Action & Adventure Heroes E.g. Explorers, Pirates, Treasure hunters, Questing superheroes
Dr. Seuss Characters E.g. Cat in the Hat, Thing 1 , Thing 2
Classic Literature & Characters Characters from timeless stories (e.g., Sherlock Holmes, Robin Hood, Alice in Wonderland)

We look forward to seeing everyone’s creativity on display and celebrating the joy of reading together. Thank you for your support in helping make this a fun and inclusive event for all.

Upcoming Dates /Events to Remember

*Please email the office on eltham.north.ps@education.vic.gov.au if you wish to use any used SSB amounts to any excursion or incursion.

August 2025	Event	Permission or Payment Due
19th	Book Parade
20th	Year One Edendale Farm Excursion	15th August $21.50

September 2025	Event	Permission or Payment Due
2nd	Yr 5/6 Sexual Education Program 2025	26th August $50.00
3rd	Year 2 Healesville Sanctuary Excursion	27th August $ 51.50
5th	Second Hand Uniform Sale
8th	Division Athletics Carnival 2025	7th Sep
11th	Year 3/4 Edendale Farm Excursion 2025	8th Sept $20.00

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Student of the Week - Week 3

Class	Child	Reason
Prep A	Ellie	For showing the school value of achievement. Ellie, I have been so impressed with the way you're completing writing tasks independently. Super Work, Ellie!
Prep B	Elsa	For showing the school value of Achievement. Elsa you have been concentrating so hard on your handwriting, writing your letters so neatly on the dotted thirds. Congratulations
Prep C	Nikou	For showing the school value of Achievement. Nikou we can see how hard you have been working in Literacy, and we are very proud of you. Great job, Nikou!
1A	Lars	For showing the school values of cooperation, respect and empathy. Lars is the cooperation, respect and empathy superstar of 1A. He will work with anyone and will always help any of his classmates in need.
1B	Willow	For showing the school value of Achievement. Willow demonstrates improved focus and perseverance when working on independent literacy tasks. She shows determination by taking on challenges, wanting to do more than her set goals.
1C	Kian	For showing the school value of Achievement. Kian, we both love how you have consistently made the effort to follow the group plan and achieve your best. Keep up the fantastic job of ‘Being Your Best!’
2A	Jamie	For showing the school value of Achievement. Jamie has had an amazing start to Term 3, he has been working hard to actively engage in the classroom, and it’s been fantastic to see his efforts in both literacy and maths.
2B	Jolanta	For showing all of the school values. Jolanta has shown that she is a most willing team-member and learner. Jolanta uses initiative and has excellent direction. Her willingness to learn and grow is matched by a firm focus on helping others. Jolanta contributes so much to 2B.
2C	Nate	For showing the school values of Empathy and Respect. Nate you are such a kind friend to all in 2C and are always so helpful and respectful to your teachers. Congratulations superstar!
3/4 A	Riley	For showing all the school’s CARE values. Riley, you are consistently respectful and hard-working. Keep up the awesome effort!
3/4 B	Saski	For showing the school’s CARE values. Saski you have been working hard to succeed and being a kind, empathetic friend to others. Well done, Saski!
3/4 C	Oliver	For showing the school value of Achievement & Respect. Oliver has been working hard and displaying respect to all adults in our school.
3/4 D	Willow	For showing all the school CARE values. Willow, you are kind, respectful to others and work hard to achieve your best. Keep up the amazing work!
3/4 E	Tom	For showing the school value of achievement! Tom, you have an incredible work ethic and it’s showing in everything you do!
3/4 F	Sasha	For showing the school values of Respect and Achievement. Sasha I have loved seeing you working hard to focus during class time and challenging yourself with your maths this week. Well done!
5/6 A	Yaya	For showing all the school values. Yaya has embraced life at ENPS and become an amazing member of 5/6A.
5/6 B	Kasia	For showing the school value of Achievement Kasia has had a great start to Term 3. Keep up the amazing effort and focus!
5/6 C	Grace	For showing ALL the school CARE values. Grace consistently puts in her best effort to all her learning, she is kind and shows respect. Well done Grace.
5/6 D	Ethan	For showing the school value of Achievement. Ethan you are a super kid and a maths wiz. I love the way you share your understandings with others and help the class. Well done
5/6 E	Iyla	For showing the school value of Cooperation and Achievement. Iyla, you have had an amazing start to Term 3! I’m so proud of the effort you’re putting into your learning. Well done!
5/6 F	Elle	For showing the school value of Achievement. Elle is a wonderful writer, using a mature voice and vocabulary. Her Maths has improved tremendously too. Congratulations Elle!
Junior PERFORMING ARTS	2A	For showing the school value of Achievement in Drama by using expression, body language and dance while practising our Roar In the Zoo play.
Senior PERFORMING ARTS	3 / 4 D	For showing the school value of cooperation while learning new drama skills!
ART	Prep B 3/4C	For showing the school value of Achievement. Excellent 3D houses everyone! For showing all the school values. 3/4C were art superstars this week!
PE	5/6	For showing the school value of achievement. You all did a fantastic job in our basketball activities. Well done!
Auslan	2A	For showing the school values of achievement and cooperation by working beautifully together to learn new signs
Library	3/4 D	For showing the school value of co-operation when judging shortlisted books in teams!
Science		For showing the school value of
Janelle		Clover from 5/6D for being a hard worker who never gives up. Macy from 3/4D for being a bright and positive class member.

Classroom Cuisine - Term 3 Menu

**Please find attached a copy of the Classroom Cuisine - Term 3 Menu

New menu items in Term 3 are a Quesadilla (Chicken) served with Sour Cream; Tandoori Chicken Puff Parcel with Mango Chutney; Carrot Cup Cake (Gluten Free, Dairy Free & Vegan); and Harvest Snaps.

The Poke Bowl has been a huge hit and will continue this term along with our other "new in Term 2 items" - Soft Shell Chicken Tacos with Salsa, Cheese & Salad; Sausage Rolls with Tomato Sauce; Lamingtons; Corn Chips with Mild Salsa; and "Not Cross" Buns.

The children will also be excited to learn that the Margherita Pizza TWIST will be returning for Term 3!

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