ASCOT NEWS
31st October 2019, Term 4, Issue 3
We value: Multi-age learning, High Expectations for all, Diversity, Creativity & developing positive Relationships
ASCOT NEWS
Please BEE Reminded:
School closed next Monday 4th and Tuesday 5th November
due to a Pupil Free Day and Public Holiday
Please make alternative arrangements for the care of your children on these days
School closed next Monday 4th and Tuesday 5th November
due to a Pupil Free Day and Public Holiday
Please make alternative arrangements for the care of your children on these days
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2019 FETE
Thank you to all who came along to our fete on Saturday 19th October. It was a great success despite the incredibly challenging weather. Thank you to Sue Macaulay who did a superb job of managing approximately twenty-five stall co-ordinators, who, in turn, worked with a team of very happy volunteers completing stall shifts to make the fete such a great success. THANK YOU ONE AND ALL who contributed to what turned out to be a most successful 2019 Fete. It is expected that, after expenses and final auction purchases are calculated, the Fete will have raised over $20,000 to go towards a new playground for the children of AVPS. Particular thanks go to our major sponsors of the 2019 Fete appearing in the following image; Jellis Craig, Pace Development Group and The Happy Apple. Some funds raised on the day will also go to our selected charity of Envision Hands to support their work in providing prosthetic hands for children. Please enjoy some fabulous images of Fete 2019 (thanks to Annie Cuthbert) in the slideshow below. |
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MUSIC PROGRAM AT THE FETE
Congratulations to members of the school choir and band who performed at the fete last Saturday!
Led by soloists Katherine, Maeve and Charley, the choir sang 'Million Dreams', 'Hakuna Matata' and 'Can't Stop the Feeling' with all students enjoying the opportunity to use microphones.
The band agreed as a group to keep playing through the rain and were rewarded when it stopped after 'Medieval Fayre' so we could also play 'Quiet Moments' and 'Monsters in the Attic'. Special thanks to Isaac and Fin for being our rhythm section for the day.
Well done for sharing what we do in the music program with the school community!
Katherine Anderson
AVPS & MVIMP Music Tutor
Congratulations to members of the school choir and band who performed at the fete last Saturday!
Led by soloists Katherine, Maeve and Charley, the choir sang 'Million Dreams', 'Hakuna Matata' and 'Can't Stop the Feeling' with all students enjoying the opportunity to use microphones.
The band agreed as a group to keep playing through the rain and were rewarded when it stopped after 'Medieval Fayre' so we could also play 'Quiet Moments' and 'Monsters in the Attic'. Special thanks to Isaac and Fin for being our rhythm section for the day.
Well done for sharing what we do in the music program with the school community!
Katherine Anderson
AVPS & MVIMP Music Tutor
FROM THE PRINCIPAL TEAM
PLANNING FOR 2020 UNIT PLACEMENT & a note about requests
Planning is now underway to determine our 2020 class and unit structure. As always, when the structure is confirmed, this will be communicated via the newsletter later this term.
In the meantime, please note we are now seeking requests in writing for siblings to be placed together (or not). To ensure requests can be met, these are due by no later than Friday 15th November 2019. Please attention this information to Michael Downing at this email address: ascot.vale.ps@edumail.vic.gov.au
Also, please be aware that the school does not and cannot accept requests for teachers or units. The reason being, it is impossible for the school to satisfy such requests from everyone if this was to become usual practice across the school. It also sets parents/carers up for great disappointment if request are made that cannot be accommodated. This is a situation we would prefer to avoid and therefore ask parents/carers not to request a particular teacher or unit. AVPS staff go through a complex and comprehensive process of determining individual and social needs of students in developing unit groups for the following year, noting our multi-age structure also encourages students and teachers to be together for more than one school year where possible.
Please note, students and their families will be informed about their 2020 Unit placement in the final week of term 4 and will have the opportunity to meet with their new unit and teacher (where possible) before the end of the school year.
YEAR PREP ENROLMENTS 2020 or STUDENTS LEAVING
To assist us with planning for the 2020 school structure, please finalise any Year Prep or new enrolments for 2020 as soon as possible. In addition, please notify the school if your child/children will not be returning to AVPS in 2020. It is important for the school to have this information at the earliest possible time to help organise unit structures, budgets and staffing arrangements. Your cooperation in this matter is much appreciated.
2020 AVPS ENROLMENT- UPDATE
We are only able to accept 2020 Year Prep- 6 student enrolments if Ascot Vale PS is the student’s closest Victorian Government Primary School. Regional Department of Education and Training (DET) Victoria staff have communicated that AVPS must limit the number of students enrolling from outside the designated neighbourhood area to prepare for a forecast increase in enrolment numbers in the coming years from within our designated neighbourhood. We are obliged by the Department of Education and Training (DET) to accept all students for whom Ascot Vale PS is the closest Government school to their permanent residence (residential address, not business).
Please visit the Find My School website to identify your closest Government school. If AVPS is not your closest Government school, your child may be placed on a waiting list. Please contact the school (9370 6507) if you are unsure or have queries about our enrolment restrictions.
The school requires proof of current residence - either a current local council rates notice, utility bill or rental agreement and match this to a driver’s licence or passport. We accept all siblings, regardless of current residential address, however, at least one sibling must be currently enrolled.
Planning is now underway to determine our 2020 class and unit structure. As always, when the structure is confirmed, this will be communicated via the newsletter later this term.
In the meantime, please note we are now seeking requests in writing for siblings to be placed together (or not). To ensure requests can be met, these are due by no later than Friday 15th November 2019. Please attention this information to Michael Downing at this email address: ascot.vale.ps@edumail.vic.gov.au
Also, please be aware that the school does not and cannot accept requests for teachers or units. The reason being, it is impossible for the school to satisfy such requests from everyone if this was to become usual practice across the school. It also sets parents/carers up for great disappointment if request are made that cannot be accommodated. This is a situation we would prefer to avoid and therefore ask parents/carers not to request a particular teacher or unit. AVPS staff go through a complex and comprehensive process of determining individual and social needs of students in developing unit groups for the following year, noting our multi-age structure also encourages students and teachers to be together for more than one school year where possible.
Please note, students and their families will be informed about their 2020 Unit placement in the final week of term 4 and will have the opportunity to meet with their new unit and teacher (where possible) before the end of the school year.
YEAR PREP ENROLMENTS 2020 or STUDENTS LEAVING
To assist us with planning for the 2020 school structure, please finalise any Year Prep or new enrolments for 2020 as soon as possible. In addition, please notify the school if your child/children will not be returning to AVPS in 2020. It is important for the school to have this information at the earliest possible time to help organise unit structures, budgets and staffing arrangements. Your cooperation in this matter is much appreciated.
2020 AVPS ENROLMENT- UPDATE
We are only able to accept 2020 Year Prep- 6 student enrolments if Ascot Vale PS is the student’s closest Victorian Government Primary School. Regional Department of Education and Training (DET) Victoria staff have communicated that AVPS must limit the number of students enrolling from outside the designated neighbourhood area to prepare for a forecast increase in enrolment numbers in the coming years from within our designated neighbourhood. We are obliged by the Department of Education and Training (DET) to accept all students for whom Ascot Vale PS is the closest Government school to their permanent residence (residential address, not business).
Please visit the Find My School website to identify your closest Government school. If AVPS is not your closest Government school, your child may be placed on a waiting list. Please contact the school (9370 6507) if you are unsure or have queries about our enrolment restrictions.
The school requires proof of current residence - either a current local council rates notice, utility bill or rental agreement and match this to a driver’s licence or passport. We accept all siblings, regardless of current residential address, however, at least one sibling must be currently enrolled.
END OF YEAR MVIMP CONCERT - THURSDAY NOVEMBER 14th 2019
We look forward to hosting this year's Annual MVIMP Combined Concert which will be held in the Celebrity Room at Moonee Valley Racecourse on Thursday November 14th at 7.00pm. All families of MVIMP students are encouraged to attend.
By now families should have received a note about this event and raffle ticket books to sell (thank you). We are also happily accepting donations for the raffle hampers; please drop donations to the office (thanks again).
All children who have participated in the program this year will perform in an ensemble at this concert. Many items will feature groups of children combined from the four MVIMP schools.
Tickets are available for purchase online at a cost of $22.00 adults and $15.00 concession. Children performing at this concert do not require a ticket. Please use the following link to purchase tickets. https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/mvimp-combined-concert-2019-tickets-77775967011
We look forward to hosting this year's Annual MVIMP Combined Concert which will be held in the Celebrity Room at Moonee Valley Racecourse on Thursday November 14th at 7.00pm. All families of MVIMP students are encouraged to attend.
By now families should have received a note about this event and raffle ticket books to sell (thank you). We are also happily accepting donations for the raffle hampers; please drop donations to the office (thanks again).
All children who have participated in the program this year will perform in an ensemble at this concert. Many items will feature groups of children combined from the four MVIMP schools.
Tickets are available for purchase online at a cost of $22.00 adults and $15.00 concession. Children performing at this concert do not require a ticket. Please use the following link to purchase tickets. https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/mvimp-combined-concert-2019-tickets-77775967011
CURRICULUM NEWS
A reminder that the term 4 AVPS Curriculum News is available at the following site and is also attached below: http://avps.vic.edu.au/newsletter.html
A reminder that the term 4 AVPS Curriculum News is available at the following site and is also attached below: http://avps.vic.edu.au/newsletter.html
| yr_p_1_2_curriculum_news_term_4_2019.pdf |
| yr_3_4_curriculum_news_term_4_2019.pdf |
| yr_5_6_curriculum_news_term_4_2019.pdf |
PARENT PAYMENT POLICY AND CHARGES FOR 2020
School Council have approved the attached policy and arrangements for student charges 2020. Features of the student charges include:
Please find the 2020 SAMPLE Student Charge Sheet and Parent Payment Policy below for your information, noting these charges are not due until 2020. More information will be provided later in the year regarding how parents/carers can pay for these charges. We are planning to set up online payment options via Compass, as well as continuing to accept payments in person at the office in 2020.
School Council have approved the attached policy and arrangements for student charges 2020. Features of the student charges include:
- A $10.00 increase in Essential Learning Items (the first increase in three years).
- Excursions, Sport and Swimming to be paid 'as you go' (when needed) in 2020.
- Swimming charge is TBC but will be no more than $115.00
- Canberra Camp deposit of $150 for Year 5 / 6 students and $50 for Year 3/4 students.
- No change to MVIMP charges.
- Part Five - Parents/ carers are encouraged, but not obliged, to contribute to our optional contributions to enable AVPS to add value to the following:
- Building Trust Fund - the bulk of which will go towards replacing and landscaping the old playground.
- Library Trust Fund - for the purchase of books.
- Student Sponsorship - to enable all students to participate in camps and excursions.
- Working Bee - in lieu of attendance at these events.
Please find the 2020 SAMPLE Student Charge Sheet and Parent Payment Policy below for your information, noting these charges are not due until 2020. More information will be provided later in the year regarding how parents/carers can pay for these charges. We are planning to set up online payment options via Compass, as well as continuing to accept payments in person at the office in 2020.
| student_charge_sheet_2020_sample.pdf |
| parent_payment_policy_avps_2019_-_2020.pdf |
ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICATION POLICY
The attached policy was reviewed and developed by the (very hard working) Education and Policy Committee of School Council in October. Please peruse it, noting the process for administering medication to students requires a Student Medication Authority Form to be completed and signed by a parent or carer. This form is also attached. Be aware these and many other policies are accessible on our school website here: http://avps.vic.edu.au/policies--standards.html
The attached policy was reviewed and developed by the (very hard working) Education and Policy Committee of School Council in October. Please peruse it, noting the process for administering medication to students requires a Student Medication Authority Form to be completed and signed by a parent or carer. This form is also attached. Be aware these and many other policies are accessible on our school website here: http://avps.vic.edu.au/policies--standards.html
| administration_of_medication_policy_oct_2019.pdf |
| student_medication_authority_form_avps.pdf |
OCTOBER - WALK TO SCHOOL MONTH
Thank you for participating in the Moonee Valley City Council's (MVCC) Walk to School initiative.
It has been great to see healthy, happy children arriving to school via safe and active means. We hope this has also had a positive impact on our community by reducing traffic congestion.
Thank you to Heath, Jason and our Student Representative Council for promoting this program and co-ordinating the collection of data about students' travel methods in the month of October.
Thank you for participating in the Moonee Valley City Council's (MVCC) Walk to School initiative.
It has been great to see healthy, happy children arriving to school via safe and active means. We hope this has also had a positive impact on our community by reducing traffic congestion.
Thank you to Heath, Jason and our Student Representative Council for promoting this program and co-ordinating the collection of data about students' travel methods in the month of October.
REMINDER - SCHOOL CLOSED
A reminder that school will not be operating next Monday and Tuesday due to a Pupil Free Day on Monday 4th November and a Public Holiday, Melbourne Cup Day, on Tuesday 5th November. Please make alternative arrangements for the care of your child / children on these days.
We look forward to seeing everyone again on Wednesday.
Parents / carers can access more key dates below or at this link: http://avps.vic.edu.au/school-dates.html
PIANO CONCERT
A reminder to piano students and families that the annual performance will be held on Wednesday 20th November starting at 6:00pm.
We look forward to seeing you then in the school hall. See flyer below.
A reminder that school will not be operating next Monday and Tuesday due to a Pupil Free Day on Monday 4th November and a Public Holiday, Melbourne Cup Day, on Tuesday 5th November. Please make alternative arrangements for the care of your child / children on these days.
We look forward to seeing everyone again on Wednesday.
Parents / carers can access more key dates below or at this link: http://avps.vic.edu.au/school-dates.html
PIANO CONCERT
A reminder to piano students and families that the annual performance will be held on Wednesday 20th November starting at 6:00pm.
We look forward to seeing you then in the school hall. See flyer below.
Kind regards
Sue Osborne & Michael Downing,
AVPS Principal Team
Sue Osborne & Michael Downing,
AVPS Principal Team
KEY DATES
FFF= Fresh Fruit Friday
Term 4, 2019
Thu 31st Oct- MVIMP Rehearsals - other schools
Fri 1st Nov- FFF - Unit 1
Fri 1st Nov- Cup Cake Stall - Unit 1
Mon 4th Nov - Pupil Free Day - No School Today
Tue 5th Nov - Melbourne Cup Day - Public Holiday - No School Today
Wed 6th - 11th Nov - Life Education Van
Wed 6th Nov - MVIMP Rehearsals @ MPWPS
Fri 8th Nov- FFF - Unit 2
Fri 8th Nov - SRC Walk-a-Thon - 2:30-3:30pm - whole school event
Mon 11th Nov - MVIMP Rehearsals @ AVPS
Mon 11th Nov - P-2 Swimming Program begins
Mon 11th Nov - Whole School Assembly - Hall - 10:45: 11:00 - Remembrance Day Ceremony - NOTE CHANGE OF TIME
Tue 12th Oct - PSW Uniform Shop Open- Hall - 3:00-4:00pm
Thu 14th Nov - MVIMP Concert - MVRC - 7:00pm
Fri 15th Nov- FFF - Unit 3
Mon 18th Nov- Code Masters Incursion- Yr 5/6
Wed 20th Nov- Prep Transition #2 - Hall 9:30-10:30am
Wed 20th Nov- Piano Concert - Hall - 6:00pm start
Fri 22nd Nov- FFF - Unit 4
Fri 22nd Nov- Special Lunch day - Sushi
Mon 25th Nov- Assembly Unit TBC- Hall - 3:00- 3:30
Fri 29th Nov- FFF - Unit 5
Tue 3rd Dec- PSW Uniform Shop - 3:00-4:00pm
Fri 6th Dec- FFF - Unit 6
Fri 6th Dec- Parent / Volunteers Thank You Morning Tea - Staff Room - 11:00am
Wed 11th Dec - Year 6 Graduation - 6:30pm
Fri 13th Dec- FFF - All Units
Wed 18th Dec- Prep Transition # 3 (Hall) and whole school transition session - 9:30-11:00am
Wed 18th Dec- PSW Uniform Shop - 9:30-10:30am
Fri 20th Dec- Santa Assembly - Oval (weather permitting) 9:15- 10:15am
Term 1, 2020
Wed 29th Jan - First Day for Year 1-6 Students
Thu 30th Jan - First Day for Year Prep Students
FFF= Fresh Fruit Friday
Term 4, 2019
Thu 31st Oct- MVIMP Rehearsals - other schools
Fri 1st Nov- FFF - Unit 1
Fri 1st Nov- Cup Cake Stall - Unit 1
Mon 4th Nov - Pupil Free Day - No School Today
Tue 5th Nov - Melbourne Cup Day - Public Holiday - No School Today
Wed 6th - 11th Nov - Life Education Van
Wed 6th Nov - MVIMP Rehearsals @ MPWPS
Fri 8th Nov- FFF - Unit 2
Fri 8th Nov - SRC Walk-a-Thon - 2:30-3:30pm - whole school event
Mon 11th Nov - MVIMP Rehearsals @ AVPS
Mon 11th Nov - P-2 Swimming Program begins
Mon 11th Nov - Whole School Assembly - Hall - 10:45: 11:00 - Remembrance Day Ceremony - NOTE CHANGE OF TIME
Tue 12th Oct - PSW Uniform Shop Open- Hall - 3:00-4:00pm
Thu 14th Nov - MVIMP Concert - MVRC - 7:00pm
Fri 15th Nov- FFF - Unit 3
Mon 18th Nov- Code Masters Incursion- Yr 5/6
Wed 20th Nov- Prep Transition #2 - Hall 9:30-10:30am
Wed 20th Nov- Piano Concert - Hall - 6:00pm start
Fri 22nd Nov- FFF - Unit 4
Fri 22nd Nov- Special Lunch day - Sushi
Mon 25th Nov- Assembly Unit TBC- Hall - 3:00- 3:30
Fri 29th Nov- FFF - Unit 5
Tue 3rd Dec- PSW Uniform Shop - 3:00-4:00pm
Fri 6th Dec- FFF - Unit 6
Fri 6th Dec- Parent / Volunteers Thank You Morning Tea - Staff Room - 11:00am
Wed 11th Dec - Year 6 Graduation - 6:30pm
Fri 13th Dec- FFF - All Units
Wed 18th Dec- Prep Transition # 3 (Hall) and whole school transition session - 9:30-11:00am
Wed 18th Dec- PSW Uniform Shop - 9:30-10:30am
Fri 20th Dec- Santa Assembly - Oval (weather permitting) 9:15- 10:15am
Term 1, 2020
Wed 29th Jan - First Day for Year 1-6 Students
Thu 30th Jan - First Day for Year Prep Students
IMPORTANT REMINDERS
Please click on the heading above to access important reminders for AVPS parents and /or guardians, which are updated fortnightly.
OPTIONAL/ EXTRA CURRICULAR OPPORTUNITIES @AVPS
Please click on the heading above to discover how your child / children can become involved in extra curricular programs at AVPS.
Please click on the heading above to access important reminders for AVPS parents and /or guardians, which are updated fortnightly.
OPTIONAL/ EXTRA CURRICULAR OPPORTUNITIES @AVPS
Please click on the heading above to discover how your child / children can become involved in extra curricular programs at AVPS.
OUT OF SCHOOL HOURS CARE (OSHC)
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OSHC phone: 0423 795 247
Coordinator: Dee Seneviratne |
How to get started before using our programs you must register online for an account. Registering is quick and easy. Visit our website to begin www.campaustralia.com.au
Once registered you can make bookings and cancellations, view your statements and manage your details anytime of the day online. Keep in mind we are able to take bookings at short notice to help busy families.
Save on Care. You can save 50% or more on Before and After School Care fees with the non-means tested Child Care Rebate. Almost all families are eligible. To find out more, call our Customer Service Team on 1300 105 343 Monday to Friday
Once registered you can make bookings and cancellations, view your statements and manage your details anytime of the day online. Keep in mind we are able to take bookings at short notice to help busy families.
Save on Care. You can save 50% or more on Before and After School Care fees with the non-means tested Child Care Rebate. Almost all families are eligible. To find out more, call our Customer Service Team on 1300 105 343 Monday to Friday
