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CANTERBURY
Primary School
Molesworth Street Canterbury 3126 Telephone 9836 4537 or 9830 1963
Vol: 23
No: 10
www.canterburyps.vic.edu.au
DIARY DATES
MAY
Fri 1st - Creativity Centre Excursion to Edendale Farm
Fri 1st - Opening Night - 2015 Canterbury Art Show
Sat 2nd & Sun 3rd May - 2015 Canterbury Art Show
Mon 4th Family Maths Evening 6.00pm - 8.00pm
Tues 12th - NAPLAN Years 3 & 5
Language Conventions & Writing
Wed 13th - NAPLAN Years 3 & 5 - Reading
Year 4 Camp
Thurs 14th - NAPLAN Numeracy
Year 4 Camp
Fri 15th Year 4 Camp
Sat 16th - Years 5 & 6 Working Bee
Thurs 21st - District Cross Country
Years 4 - 6 .30am - 1.00pm
Fri 22nd Mothers Day Function for all CPS mums
Geebung Polo Club @ 7.00pm
Wed 27th - Foundation Excursion to NGV
JUNE
Mon 8th - Queens Birthday Public Holiday
(No school on this day)
Mon 22nd - Fri 26th - Year 6 Camp
Fri 26th - Last Day Term 2 school finishes @ 2.30pm
JULY
Mon 13th - First day Term 3
July 28th - Family Life Parent Info Evening @ 7pm
Wed 29th - Year 3 Camp
Thurs 30th - Year 3 Camp
Fri 31st Year 3 Camp
Preloved Uniform Sale - In the Prep area
Thursday 7th May @ 3.15pm - 3.45pm
Most items only $5
Grab a bargain or two! A great time to stock up on a
few extra winter woollies.
Donations needed - We are always on the
lookout for donations of good quality, clean uniform
items. These can be left at the office at anytime.
Thanks for your support – all proceeds go to the school.
Many thanks
Amanda and Heather
Sick Bay Linen (laundering) roster Term 2 30th April Brionny Czydel 7th May Catherine Booth 14th May Colleen Starick 21st May Dimitra Ouliaris 28th May Donna Pirozek 25th June Katherine Oxnam 4th June Karen Sutcliffe 11th June Karyn White 18th June Kate Ellio Facsimile 9888 5685 Date: April 30th 2015
From The Principal…
Staff News
Congratulations to Kim Carpenter who has been
appointed Assistant Principal at Camberwell Primary
School. Kim commences her new role from 25th May.
On behalf of the Canterbury Primary School community
I would like to acknowledge the strong professional role
that Kim has played in our school for the past 10 years
as a Class Teacher and Leading Teacher. Kim’s work
in leading the development of Maths and Science
programs, in particular, ensures her legacy lives on for
some years. Thank you Kim for the leadership and
passion that you have given to the staff team and your
enduring commitment to doing what is best for
students.
We are currently in the process of appointing a
replacement teacher for Kim. A thorough induction
process and handover period where Kim will be
working with the new teacher will ensure a smooth
transition.
Assembly
Whole school assemblies are a very important event
for our students and staff as we come together to
celebrate what is important to us as a school. This
includes student leadership, profiling various specialist
activities, community events, individual and team
sporting achievements and academic achievements.
Next week the whole school assembly will take place
on Monday afternoon at 3.00pm due to the gym being
unavailable in the morning as the Art Exhibition
continues the pack up.
Canterbury Art Exhibition
Best wishes in advance to all committee members for a
fantastic weekend. The efforts of the Art Exhibition
raise significant and very important funds for our
school. However it is also important not to
underestimate the social aspect this event has within
our school community and the values that it continues
to reinforce. The pride, strong sense of belonging,
willingness to contribute and share extraordinary
talents for the benefit of Canterbury community is on
full display for all to see over the organising and
implementation of the Art Show.
I look forward to seeing families over the weekend
enjoying the Art Show!
David Wells
Principal
wells.david.d@edumail.vic.gov.au
Visit from Suzhou
Host Families Needed!
We will be hosting a delegation of 28 students and
3 teachers from our partner school in Suzhou, China
for one week in July and are looking for host families.
While we can’t confirm the date that they will arrive,
we believe that it will be in the first or second week
of Term 3.
Being a host family is rewarding and thank you to
those families who have already offered to be a
part of this year’s program.
Please contact Justine Mackey if you are interested
or would like more information.
mackey.justine.v@edumail.vic.gov.au
The Premiers’ Reading Challenge
is open!
If you would like your child to participate this year
please download the consent form which can be found
by clicking this link. Please ensure the form is signed
and that you tick the relevant box regarding your
child’s name appearing on the online Honour Roll.
Completed forms can be returned to the office and we
will then provide a username and password.
Details of books read can be recorded online here
Please remember to keep a note of books read
during the holidays. You are also able to use this
website to access full details of the challenge
including booklists and the reading targets for each
age group. If you have any queries, please contact
Maria Bennett at library@canterburyps.vic.edu.au
Community Engagement Committee
 Do you think we could enhance the connection
between our school and parent community?
 Do you have a general interest in improving
communication?
Then the Community Engagement Committee would be
perfect for you. We currently have vacancies for parents
keen to get involved.
Our key project for this year is working with teachers to
review the student reports and the way your child's
progress is communicated to you. We will also set goals
and complete initiatives towards supporting a more
inclusive community.
This is a committee that makes a real difference in the
day to day life of our school community. To get involved
c o n t a ct
J u s t in e
M a c k e y
on
mackey.justine.v@edumail.vic.gov.au
a library volunteer
to cover new books This is a year round task which can be completed in
the library office or in the comfort of your own home.
New books arrive regularly so an ongoing commitment
of a few hours each month would be very much
appreciated. If you think you can help please pop in to
the library office, call Maria on 9836 4537 or email
CANTERBURY AUSKICK
We had a great turn out last Saturday on ANZAC Day
despite the rain. The Auskickers followed some of the
ANZAC traditions and honoured service men and
women. This weekend the truly magnificent CPS Art
Show is on BUT Auskick is still on! Look forward to
seeing you from 9:00am to 10:30am, Highfield Road on
the lower oval.
Please continue to support Canterbury Auskick by
dropping by the café. All profits are put back into Auskick
to help pay for new equipment, trophies, theme days
plus much more. One such event will run next week
(9th May) when the infamous Mum vs Kids morning will
once again run to celebrate Mother’s Day.
Parents – please ensure your child brings along a water
bottle each week.
Auskick Registrations
It’s not too late to join up! Follow the instructions on the
Information Form at this end of this newsletter.
Registration and payment should be done online and
then bring your completed Information Form along on
Saturday. If you have any questions please contact
Claire at canterburyauskick@yahoo.com.au
library@canterburyps.vic.edu.au
Mothers Day Stall
The CPS Parents Association is
holding their annual Mothers
Day Stall on Friday 8th May at
school. If you child wishes to
purchase a gift, please send $5 in
a marked envelope to their class
teacher before Friday 8th May.
Gifts will be displayed at the
school office next week.
Please encourage children with siblings to view
the gifts and discuss with each other so there are
no double ups on Mothers Day!
COMMUNITY CORNER
Year 5 Mums & Carers - Monday 18th May - walk
to Whitehorse Rd for coffee @ Nursery Café
(meet at Molesworth Street gates after drop off)
Parents Association
Mothers Day Stall
When: Friday 8th May 2015
Where: Canterbury Primary School
Cost:
$5 per gift – money will need to be given to your
classroom teacher prior to the stall
Gifts include …
Earrings
Bath fizzes
Magnetic scissors
Delicious Marmalade Jam … & more
See the full range on display at the School office from Monday 4th May
Stall will be open after school to purchase gifts for Grannies, Aunties etc
(if stock permits)
Come along with your family to play and experience
maths games from different continents.
2015 Canterbury Auskick Information Form
(please complete 1 form per child)
Saturday Mornings 9:00 am to 10:30 am
Lower Oval, Highfield Park
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Starts 18 April (1st Saturday after second term commences)
Child’s Details
Child’s First Name:
Surname:
Grade/Year in 2015 (circle one):
Kinder
Foundation
1
2
3
4
5
School:
Contact Information
Address:
Child’s
Birth Date
Postcode:
Suburb:
Home Telephone:
AFL Team
Mother’s Name:
Mother’s Mobile:
/
/
Mother’s Email
(please print):
Father’s Name:
Father’s Mobile:
Father’s Email
(please print):
(A weekly update is sent to all parents via email)
Medical Issues
Does your child suffer from any illness, disability, and allergy or is he/she allergic to any
medication? IF SO PLEASE PROVIDE DETAILS AND INFORM COACHES:
Yes or No
(circle one)
Details of medical issues:
In case of emergency
please contact:
Name:
Mobile Phone:
In case of emergency I authorise the Canterbury Auskick centre coordinator or their representative to
arrange any necessary medical treatment for your child where prior notification has not been possible.
Signed by Parent/Guardian:
Coaching
Yes or No
Can you help with (please circle):
Cafe
Yes or No
General Help
Yes or No
2015 Canterbury Auskick Information Form
(please complete 1 form per child)
Saturday Mornings 9:00 am to 10:30 am
Lower Oval, Highfield Park
th
Starts 18 April (1st Saturday after second term commences)
Auskick is the AFL’s introductory program for primary school-aged children and their
families. Canterbury Auskick has been running for many years with the aim of teaching
children the basic skills of AFL and most importantly for all kids to have fun.
Canterbury Auskick runs three groups. One for students in Foundation, one for Grade 1
and a combined seniors group for students in Grades 2, 3, 4 and 5. Auskick also provides
a relaxed forum for children and parents to socialise.
Canterbury Auskick runs from Saturday 18th April until Saturday 29th August inclusive
(rain, hail or shine), with a break for the Queen’s Birthday long weekend (no Auskick on
6th June) and school holidays (no Auskick on 27th June, 4th July and 11th July).
During the year Canterbury Auskick runs a number of “Theme Days” including
Grandparents Day, Dads’ Bake Off and the hotly contested Mums vs. Kids Day.
Auskick for Foundation students: The main objective of Auskick for
Foundation students is for them to have fun. Along the way there is
social interaction with other children, ball games and short matches.
Auskick matches have modified rules including sharing of the ball
and no tackling.
The registration cost is $95 per child which includes:
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New to Auskick: backpack, football, pump,
cap, footy cards, album and activity book
Returning to Auskick: football, pump, footy
cards, sticker sheet, boot bag and T-shirt
A participation Medal / Trophy on
Presentation Day (Saturday 29th August)
For older groups, a chance to participate in a
½ time game at either the MCG or Etihad
Stadium
Free “Auskick Under Lights” & Pie Night
All equipment and coaching
Free BBQ and soft drinks for kids & their
families on selected Auskick sessions
To Register
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Visit www.aflauskick.com.au/register/
Click on either New Participant or Re-Register.
Click on the Find centre button, search for Canterbury and then click the
‘Register’ button.
Complete the online registration process.
Pay registration fee of $95 via the online payment process and print out your
receipt.
Complete the other side of this Information Form
Staple your payment receipt to this Information Form.
Either send your Information Form to Claire at 37 Maysia Street, Canterbury 3126, or bring it
to the first Canterbury Auskick session on 18th April 2014.
Any questions please email canterburyauskick@yahoo.com.au