Hello Everyone,

Anyone with a child in primary school would’ve identified the crescendoing hum that for weeks, preceded our Book Week Parade.

Special mention and thank you to Sjaan Keen, highly effective PFA member , who organised the book sale stall to coincide with this event.

Not only did we have our Book Week Parade last week but our highly acclaimed Year 1 Cameron Close Reading Program was the lead story on Channel 7s House of Wellness.

Thank you and congratulations to all involved particularly Ms Antonino who relaunched this program post COVID, our Year 1 teachers, Ms Kathy Skanzos, Ms Amy Easterbrook and Judy Dunn from Cameron Close whom we have coordinated this initiative with. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sbEySzmex-Y&t=151s

Student Voice

Maths Open Morning Extravaganza
A message from our Learning Specialist, Mr James Feather:

On Tuesday 27th August, as part of Numeracy Week, WPPS ran a Maths Open Morning Extravaganza! We had the following Maths activities occur across the school:

Below are some photos from our successful day!

Students of the week
Well done to all our recipients for actively displaying our school values. Students who are not in attendance to receive their certificate will be awarded at next week's assembly.

Mathletics Champion
A round of applause for: 

Jake Y 3B

who has excelled in Mathletics this week through consistent participation and impressive performance. Well done Wilbur!

ECO MVP
Congratulations to:

      Grace S 3B

How to win….

It’s simple

 - Continue to bring your nude food lunches

 - Pick up rubbish around the classroom and school

 - Turn off lights and powerpoints that don’t need to be on

 - Turn off leaking taps

 - Dispose of rubbish appropriately.

Each week, a Scarecrow teacher or leader will visit one classroom (at random). They will select one student for the ECO MVP, and their photo will be taken for Assembly. The student will receive an amazing eco straw and bag.

House Points
The House Points have been collected for this week.  The winning house decorates the trophy with their colours and has it displayed in the foyer of the school. 

Meet the Staff
Continuing our series on getting to know our staff at Wattle Park Primary School, we introduce Lisa Anderson, a student in Educational Support working in Year 3.  

My name is Lisa and I’m currently on placement  in 3B Miss Poorva’s class whilst completing my studies in Education Support at Holmesglen Institute. My previous working experience was in Early Childhood - having managed several early learning centres in Melbourne and am thoroughly enjoying the change to school based education.

I believe that within my role  I am able to advocate for all children and hopefully can assist in creating an environment that encourages and allows for children to be supported in their learning journey. My home life is very busy with 4 boys aged 6,7,12 and 17 that make sure I’m kept on my toes!

I am so grateful to be able to work and learn alongside such wonderful children and staff at Wattle Park Primary, and look forward to meeting some of you along the way.

Notices

Victorian State School Spectacular

Saturday 14th September @  1:00pm and 6:30pm at John Cain Arena, Melbourne Park.

Adult: $40 Concession: $30 Child (U15): $2O

Tickets from Ticketek: www.ticketek.com.au/spectacular or 132 849.

Best seats to view WPPS students? Section 9, 10, 31, 32, 33, 56, 57, 58

https://fb.watch/uh1oVNUQKD/



Ground works
As has become apparent due to the  occasional time we have had an ambulance on site, the footpath to both driveways from the Admin and Year 2 building are woefully inadequate for a wheelchair and/or medical staff. These are going to be dug and new concrete footpaths laid in early September. 

I am choosing to have this done during school time for the following reasons:

1. The students will find it fascinating and educational to watch
2. Being available to talk to tradies when they are onsite means a better end result
3. I just want it done ASAP because that footpath is virtually pointless in its current form!

The company doing the work all have Working with Children Checks and are regularly used by schools to do similar work.

2024 Parent/Caregiver/Guardian Opinion Survey
PLEASE TELL US WHAT YOU THINK - extended till Friday 20th September
Our school is conducting the annual Parent / Caregiver / Guardian Opinion Survey offered by the Department of Education and is seeking your feedback. The survey is designed to assist schools in gaining an understanding of families’ perceptions of school climate, student behaviour, and student engagement. The survey is optional, but we encourage and appreciate your participation.

Our school will use the survey results to assist in identifying areas for improvement and professional development needs in the school, to target school planning and improvement strategies. 

The survey is live from:

Monday 29 July to Friday 30 August 2024 extended till Friday 20th September
The survey will take 20 minutes to complete, and can be accessed at any convenient time on desktop computers, laptops, tablets or smartphones.

The survey is available in English and 10 other languages including Arabic, Greek, Hakha Chin, Hindi, Japanese, Punjabi, Simplified Chinese, Somali, Turkish, and Vietnamese. Resources are also available in additional languages to assist parents / caregivers / guardians who speak a language other than English at home. Please reach out to your child’s teacher, or the school directly for survey guides in your language. 

A link and PIN were sent to all parents earlier this week. If you did not receive yours, please contact the school office on 9808 2165.

Thank you in anticipation for your much appreciated contribution.

Have a great weekend

Steve Donohue

Principal

Wattle Park Primary School

The Cheer Toastie Truck is coming to WPPS on Wednesday 18 September! There is nothing better than a warm toastie on a cold or wet day!  

Important information

• All toasties mustbe pre-ordered by Tuesday 10 September. Unfortunately late orders cannot be accepted due to ordering deadlines. 
• Delivery of toasties to classrooms will be staggered, starting with Prep - Grade 1.  Parent orders can be picked up from the Toastie Truck between 11:30am - 12pm.
• Families are encouraged to place their orders online at Humanitix here: https://events.humanitix.com/cheer-cheese-toastie-truck
• If you are unable to pay electronically, please submit your order with the correct change, child name and classroom in an envelope and return it to the front office. 
• If you live or work nearby, why not add a toastie for yourself! Select the option for pick up from the Cheer Toastie truck which will be parked on the oval by Banksia Street.
• Cheer cheese is Vegetarian. There will also be Gluten Free and Vegan options available (these will be cooked separately). 
• If you would like to volunteer to assist the Cheer Toastie Truck team on the day (making toasties and delivering orders) please contact Hayley Evans at hayley2929@gmail.com

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