Principal
Craig Kelly
Good luck to Ruby, Rosie, Toby, Sheena and Amali who will all represent the North Central Hockey Association at the Junior Country Championships for Hockey this coming weekend in Melbourne.
Mother’s Day Morning Tea
Last Friday, our Mothers and Grandmothers came into the school to join us for morning tea. It was great to have so many turn up and enjoy conversations with their children and staff. A big thanks must go to the Year 7 class, Kylie, Dan and Will for making the scones.
Mother’s Day Fete
A downsized Fete was run last Friday, with students being able to purchase lunch, a gift for Mum, and a sweet treat or trinket for themselves. It might have been downsized but was still stacks of fun! The stalls were full of great items, we hope the Mum’s enjoyed the gifts they received Sunday.
SWPBS
Big news!! At our recent Team Meeting it was decided to associate points with positive behaviours. These points will go toward the House Spirit Cup. As of Thursday evening, Calder had accumulated 77 additional points, while Avoca had accumulated 83 points by being recognised for positive behaviours.
This week, our focus has come from the data. It has been on the value of responsibility, and the behaviour of being prepared and organised by “Bringing the Right materials to class”.
Next week our focus will be on the value of Respect and:
Our tree is gradually growing some fruit:
CSEF
Applications are open for the Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund (CSEF). The CSEF helps eligible families cover the cost of school trips, camps and sporting activities.
Payment amounts for eligible families this year have increased to $400 for primary and secondary school students. This is up from $154 and $256 respectively.
You only need to complete an application form if any of the following changes have occurred:
new student enrolments: your child has started or changed schools this year.
changed family circumstances: such as a change of custody, change of name, concession card number, or new siblings commencing this year.
Please see the attached flyer for more details. If you wish to apply, please visit the General Office for assistance.
