GHPS Life

INTERSCHOOL SPORT

The Summer Interschool Sport Program will commence from Friday 24th February 2023 (TBC). Permission and payment is due by Thursday 9th February.

COMMUNITY SPORTING ACHIEVEMENTS

Congratulations to Victoria Mc (6TS) & Gabby C (6LR) who won their under 14 grand final at the Eltham Dandenong Basketball Tournament over the Australia Day weekend.

Well done and keep on shooting for the stars!

If your child achieves something special (grand final win, most valuable player award, best and fairest etc.), please email me (jordan.daley@education.vic.gov.au) through photos and an overview of the achievement to post in Contact. It is important to celebrate and recognise such successes with the school community.

Thank you,

Jordan Daley

CHOIR REHEARSALS START DATE

Please note that Recital Choir rehearsals will start on Tuesday 14th February, commencing at 8.00a.m. in the Music Room. All new students, need to make sure they have replied to their invitation on Compass.

Looking forward to another year of Great Singing.

Kate Stewart

CAMPS, SPORTS & EXCURSIONS FUND (CSEF)

CSEF is provided by the Victorian Government to assist eligible families to cover the costs of school trips, camps and sporting activities. If you hold a valid means-tested concession card or are a temporary foster parent, you may be eligible for CSEF. A special consideration category also exists for asylum seeker and refugee families. The allowance is paid to the school to use towards expenses relating to camps, excursions or sporting activities for the benefit of your child.

The annual CSEF amount per student is: $125 for primary school students.

HOW TO APPLY

New applicants should complete the attached form or contact the school office to obtain a copy. If you applied for CSEF at GHPS in 2022, you do not need to complete an application form this year unless there has been a change in your family circumstances. 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.

Check with the school office if you are unsure. Applications need to be submitted no later than 23rd June 2023. Any queries, contact the office.

STUDENTS OF THE WEEK

Term 1 Week 2 - Presented at Assembly 24th February

STUDENT	CLASS	COMMENTS
Sena L	1GC	Well done Sena on coming into Grade 1 ready to learn. You have been an absolute star this week, I am so excited to see what you can do in Grade 1!
Summer K	1JC	You have made a fantastic start to the year. Thanks for your enthusiasm, your gorgeous smile and eagerness to learn.
Ruby L	1KO	For brightening our classroom with your questions, connections and adventure towards learning. What a fantastic start to Grade 1 Ruby!
Ashlin O	2AD	You have made a fantastic start to the year. Thanks for your enthusiasm, your gorgeous smile and eagerness to learn.
Sean J	2JM	Sean has had a cracking start to the year. He is focused, helpful and doing great work. Amazing start to the year Sean, keep it up.
Zoe D	2LO	Zoe, you have started Year 2 with a bang! You are such a great role model for your peers, consistently showing our G.R.E.A.T values. Keep it up superstar!
Clara M	2SH	For the never ending joy bubbles and enthusiasm you bring to our classroom every single day! You are such a positive member of 2SH and such a kind and welcoming friend to everyone. I am so glad to have you in our class and I can't wait to see all you achieve this year! Well done Clara!
Tina D	3AK	You are off to a sensational start to the year! Thank you for being a terrific listener and trying your best at all times. Keep up the GREAT work and attitude.
Dalton K	3MH	For the GREAT start you've made at Greenhills! You are a wonderful addition to our class and it's fantastic to see you making friends, having fun with your Rubik's cubes, and splashing in the pool. You should be very proud of your effort! Well done Dalton!
Mia C	3RM	Mia is a GREAT Greenhills kid and we are so pleased he came to our school and 3RM. She tries her best and has made many friends. Mia you are always happy and smiley and a delight to be around.
Will J	4DS	For your amazing start to the year. Will, thank you for coming in each day ready to learn. Well done.
Zoe A	4IH	For coming in to class each morning with a positive attitude and for demonstrating our school value of GRIT at the swimming carnival. Keep up the great work!
Lucinda	4JR	To a GREAT start to the year. I have been so thrilled with your effort and contribution to class discussion and work. Keep it up.
Lila M	4TW	Well done Lila, it's great to see you beginning to settle into your new school environment and become part of our wonderful Greenhill Community. I can't wait to get to know you better.
Ollie M	5BC	I've absolutely loved getting to know Ollie and have appreciated his respectful and polite nature!
Poppy F	5SM	Poppy, you have started the year with an absolute bang! It's been wonderful getting to know you. Keep up the amazing effort!
Christian C-G	6BS	For a brilliant start to Year 6! Chris, I have been so impressed by your maturity, enthusiasm and the leadership you are showing in our classroom. Thanks for being you, legend!
Remi M	6LR	What a wonderful start you have had to your Grade 6 year! Thanks for being hard working, kind and fun.
Buddy C	6TS	What an incredible start to Grade 6! You're enthusiasm, kindness and give it a go attitude has been wonderful to see. You are such an asset to our grade and I am really looking forward to seeing what you achieve this year.
Ashlin O 2AD	ITALIAN	Brava Ashlin. It's very impressive how much you have remembered in Italian. Keep up the great effort!! Eccellente.
Jude H 4IH	ART	For a fantastic positive mindset when learning how to draw using isometric paper. You have a natural talent for mathematical drawing Jude, keep up the wonderful effort!
Bailey K 3RM	MUSIC	For your excellent start to the year in Music. I was so impressed with the way
Eva O 2LO	STEAM	For her curious thinking during our STEAM sessions. Eva had been so excited to share her ideas and ask great questions, keep it up Eva!