SCHOOL NEWS

2018 SCHOOL REVIEW

Hi Collingwood College Community,

As flagged earlier in the year, the school is going through a self-evaluation process to develop a new Strategic Plan. The online survey that was promised at the end of Term 2 has arrived! As a valued member of the school community, we encourage and welcome your feedback. This is a link to the survey - we are collecting email addresses, as we may want to follow up.

Thank you for your time and feedback in helping make Collingwood College an even better school.

Collingwood College Leadership Team

EID AL-ADHA

Thursday Market Celebration

On Thursday, 23rd August, Collingwood College would like to celebrate Eid Al-Adha by coming together at the Thursday market and eating together.

Where: At the Thursday Markets

When: 23rd August

For Eid Al-Adha the tradition is to share with those in need.

Please bring any of the following items for the Asylum Seekers Resource Centre:

Tin tuna in Oil
Basmati rice
Black tea bag
Instant coffee
Cornflakes and rice bubbles
Biscuits sweet and savoury
Honey and peanut butter
Laundry liquid
Dishwashing liquid

STEM FAMILY AFTERNOON

Come join us for an afternoon of fun and stimulating STEM activities (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) on Wednesday, 15th August between 3:30 - 5:00pm in the new science wing on Level 3.

Explore the world of game changes and change makers through the ages or relax in the science cinema.

An event appropriate for students from Grade 2 to Year 8.

Look forward to seeing you there!

Science & Maths Department

YARN STRONG SISTA

Incursion in the Junior School

On Monday, 6th and Wednesday, 8th August, Sharon from Yarn Strong Sista came to share some modern Koorie stories.

Here is what Levi thought about our Yarn Strong Sista incursion:

Well her name is Aunty Sharon and if you don’t know their name you can call people you know Aunty. She showed us a real Marngrook footy. It’s AFL.

We smashed rocks after the story. It was a special rock called ochre, and we made it into paint. I painted Bunjil.

CHILDREN'S BOOK WEEK - 18-24 AUGUST

BOOK WEEK PARADE

There will be a Book Parade on Wednesday, 22nd August. The theme of Book Week is "Find your treasure."

Dress up as your favourite book character.

The parade begins at 9:00 a.m. followed by the Great Book Swap (see below) throughout the day.

GREAT BOOK SWAP

TALKING THE TALK - PARENT INFORMATION SESSION - SEX, SEXUALITY & RESPECTFUL RELATIONSHIPS

There will be a parent information session on Tuesday, 11 September in our theatre. It is open to all Secondary Collingwood College parents as well as Senior years Fitzroy High School parents.

See the attachment below for more information.

WORKING BEES

Please note the following dates for school working bees. All families are welcome. This is a great way to contribute to the school community.

Spring Fair Working Bees:

Saturday, 8 September

9 am and lunch at 12:00

General tidy for Fair . Please bring your own brooms, gloves, etc.

Saturday, 15 September

All day before the fair

Set up of tents and many organisational activities.

Term 4:

Friday, 19 October

Friday evening working bee

after school from 3pm

COLLINGWOOD STEINER PLAYGROUP

Have you noticed happenings at the dollshouse in the playground?

Our playgroup has been kindly granted use of this historic space while the building works are undertaken, with beautiful play happening in the adjacent kitchen gardens.

We run open age groups most mornings, with an older child rostered session on Friday.

If you have small children and would like to come and try, please come by on Monday morning at 9:30. Or if you'd like more information please email collingwoodplaygroup@gmail.com

We will open our doors to general visitors on Thursday, 23rd August after school if you'd like to take a peep.

Homework Club

International students are reminded that Homework Club is compulsory every Tuesday after school. During Homework Club, students have the opportunity to complete work and to be assisted by university students who come to tutor our students. Furthermore, students are reminded that they can organise through COMPASS one to one (1:1) language support and assistance with their EAL work.

HOMESTAY FAMILIES REQUIRED FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Are you interested in

Hosting an International Student?

Collingwood College is looking for caring families or individuals who can offer accommodation to international students.

You may be eligible to become a host if you:

Can provide a caring, supportive, safe environment to a young person.
Can provide a clean, comfortable home and private bedroom.
Are fluent in English or native speakers of English.
Provide healthy food.

In return you will be rewarded with

Full Board Accommodation Payment.
Cultural enrichment.
A friend for your children.
A lifetime relationship.

If you are interested and would like more information contact

Collingwood College

Lucy Wang or Angie Pantelidis

Phone: 03 9412 7729 / 03 9417 6681

Email:

wang.gingke.l@edumail.vic.gov.au

pantelidis.argiro.a@edumail.vic.gov.au

COLLINGWOOD COLLEGE HOMEWORK CLUB

Homework Club runs in the school library for secondary students from Monday - Thursday (3:00-5:00pm).

Primary students are welcome to attend homework club with approval from their parents, the Principal, or the Homework Club Supervisor.

English Support

If English is an additional language for you and you would like some extra support, book in for a one-on-one hour with a volunteer tutor.

You can choose between three options:

1. Reading and Understanding
2. Writing and Spelling
3. Proof Reading and Planning

To book a session, click on the following link and enter your details:

https://collingwoodhomeworkclub.setmore.com/

Hannah Young

TERM 3 SCHOOL CANTEEN MENU

Collingwood College

Issue 24 · 09 Aug 2018

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