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Curios i ty Creat iv i t y Empathy

Respect Tole rance In tegri t y

Enthusiasm Independence Apprec iat ion

Landscape Drive T: 9842 7744 E: milgate.ps@edumail.vic.gov.au East Doncaster 3109 F: 9842 7044 W: www.milgateps.vic.edu.au

W h a t ’ s H a p p e n i n g a t M i l g a t e

No 12/12 – 24 August, 2012

100 DAY PREP BREAKFAST

Congratulations to all our Preps

on their first fabulous 100 days of school!

DIARY DATES 2012 Mon 27 – Fri 31 Aug LITERACY & NUMERACY WEEK

Mon 27 – Wed 29 Aug Camp at Mt Evelyn (Year 3)

Wed 29 – Fri 31 Aug Camp at Mt Evelyn (Year 4)

Fri 31 Aug ‘Storytime’ for Pre-Schoolers [2.15 – 3.15pm]

Tue 4 Sep Milfete Meeting [7.30pm]

Thu 6 Sep Maths Family Night [6 – 8pm]

Fri 7 Sep Crazy Hat Day [gold coin donation]

Fri 7 Sep ‘Storytime’ for Pre-Schoolers [2.15 – 3.15pm]

Thu 13 Sep Circus Performance at Doncaster Secondary College (Prep – Year 2)

Fri 14 Sep ‘Storytime’ for Pre-Schoolers [2.15 – 3.15pm]

Mon 17 Sep School Council 7pm

Tue 18 & Wed 19 Sep Musical – Kids in Space

Fri 21 Sep END OF TERM (Early Dismissal – 2.30pm)

TERM 4 MON 8 OCTOBER - FRI 21 DECEMBER

FROM THE PRINCIPAL

This term is providing many engaging, interesting and challenging learning experiences for the

students at Milgate PS. The Year 3 and 4 students are looking forward to their camp next week at Mt

Evelyn with exciting activities such as bike riding, flying fox, ropes course, archery, etc. Prep – Year 4

students have visited the Life Ed van this week and have participated in lessons about healthy eating,

drug education, peer pressure, learning to say no and how to help a friend. One of the highlights has

been meeting Harold the giraffe. The Year 6 students are participating in Family Life sessions about

growing up and the changes they experience. The Year 5 and 6 students went on an Art Walk in the

city this week exploring the art in the streets of Melbourne. This links into their PYP unit of inquiry

‘How we Express Ourselves’. The Year 5 and 6 students are very busy rehearsing for their musical

‘Kids in Space’ to be performed on Tuesday 18 September and Wednesday 19 September at the

Warrandyte High School theatre. The Year Prep – 2 students are also learning and practising their

circus skills each week in preparation for their ‘Circus Performance’ on Thursday 13 September at the

Doncaster Secondary College theatre. All of these performances are wonderful opportunities for

students to develop their creative skills and perform on the stage.

Over the last two weeks various schools that also offer the IB PYP program have been open for

teachers to visit. We have had teachers visiting the following schools: Wesley College (two

campuses), Fintona School, Coatesville PS, Mount View PS and Murrumbeena PS. This has been

very worthwhile as teachers have learnt more about the PYP and also been able to bring back ideas

for displays and learning programs.

LITERACY AND NUMERACY WEEK Next week is Literacy / Numeracy week across the state and the students will be writing stories,

reading, etc. All the stories / class books will be displayed in the school entrance area at the end of

next week. There will also be a story time session in the library on Friday 31 August for pre-school

children starting Prep in 2013 from 2:15 – 3:15pm. On Thursday 6 September from 6pm – 8pm there

will be a family Maths night for all students across the school. There will be activities for all levels from

Prep – Year 6 and it will be held in the Year 6 building. We hope to see many parents and students

come along to participate in the maths activities together. There will also be a special visitor on the

night who may do some magic tricks.

ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS – ICAS UNIVERSITY OF NSW SCIENCE TEST A number of students from Years 3 - 6 participated in the ICAS tests. The following students gained

outstanding results:

High Distinction Distinction Credit Credit

SCIENCE Joshua (6FB) Amy (6YP)

Jonathan (3EB) Dominic (3JG) Kendrick (4GA) Alana (5TW) Amanda (5TW) Hayley (5TW) Kevin (5TW) Nicholas (6KG)

Stafford (3JG) Lara (3LH) Juliette (4BW) Bronte (4GA) Jason (4GA) Adam (5DM) Andrew (5DM) Joel (5DM)

Garry (5KW) Max (5TW) Daisy (6CH) Dev (6CH) Eunice (6KG) Carmen (6YP) Joe (6YP)

SPELLING Stafford (3JG) Nicholas (6KG)

Ethan (3JG) Lara (3LH) Spiro (4AD) Elizabeth (4BW) Grace (5DM) Tanya (5DM) Alana (5TW) Amanda (5TW) Isis (6FB)

Jonathan (3EB) Joshua (3EB) Dominic (3JG) Andrew (3PK) Nicole (4AD) Briana (4BW) Bronte (4GA) Andrew (5DM) Arthur (5DM) Bronte (5DM) Garry (5KW) Jeremy (5KW) Stanley (5KW)

Hayley (5TW) Kevin (5TW) Caitlyn (6FB) Elizabeth (6FB) Kevin (6FB) Laura (6FB) Lawrence (6FB) Vihaan (6FB) Amy (6YP) Abigail (6YP) Callan (6YP) Nicole (6YP)

WRITING Stafford (3JG) Grace (5DM) Hayley (5TW) Caitlin (6FB)

Dominic (3JG) Claudia (4AD) Nicole (4AD) Bronte (4GA) Alana (5TW) Amanda (5TW) Janette (5TW) Elizabeth (6FB) Ella (6FB) Callan (6YP)

Joshua (3EB) Jonathan (3EB) Lara (3LH) Briana (4BW) Emma (4BW) Lachlan (4BW) Ryan (4BW) Adrian (4GA) Elle (4GA) Samir (4GA) Adam (5DM)

Andrew (5DM) Emilia (5KW) Nikola (5KW) Rhys (6CH) Isis (6FB) Eunice (6KG) Nicholas (6KG) Sarannie (6KG) Joe (6YP) Michael(6YP) Nicole (6YP)

Congratulations to these students for their excellent results and to all other students who participated

and will receive a Participation certificate.

SPORTING ACHIEVEMENTS Congratulations to Amelia (5KW) who competed in the Melbourne Vic Centre Winter Short Course

Swimming competition and received two gold medals for the 50 metre butterfly and 50 metre

backstroke, a silver medal for the 100 metre individual medley and a Bronze medal for the 100 metre

butterfly and 100 metre backstroke. Amelia has been named as one of the top Junior swimmers in

Australia and received a certificate signed by Libby Trickett. Congratulations to Lara (3LH) who

competed in a Gymnastics Level 2 competition. Her gymnastics team was awarded 2nd place in floor,

3rd place in beam and 3rd place overall out of 11 teams. She received medals and a trophy. Well done

to both girls.

MATHS TALENT QUEST (MTQ) – OUTSTANDING RESULTS Congratulations to all students who participated in the Maths Talent Quest. The standard of Milgate

PS MTQ projects was outstanding and a number of students from our school were awarded High

Distinctions, Distinctions and Credits. This was our best result so far. Each year we continue to

improve and receive more awards. Well done to everyone.

‘PRINCIPAL FOR A DAY’ PROGRAM The Principal for a Day program which is conducted by DEECD gives schools, business people and

community leaders the chance to develop stronger relationships. Participating schools host a

successful community or business leader, who shadows the principal for a day, gaining a firsthand

and current experience of school life.

Last year almost 100 schools joined in, hosting a range of business and community members

including a journalist from The Age newspaper, the Premier of Victoria and a university professor.

Most schools and businesses that participate in Principal for a Day develop an ongoing and lasting

relationship.

Milgate PS was selected as part of this program and on Wednesday 22 August, Siobhan Forbes,

General Manager, Strategy and Business Operations, National Australia Bank came to Milgate PS to

be our Principal For A Day.

The theme this year is Step Up For Schools and Siobhan’s support as a business leader with the

National Australia Bank was a wonderful way to share her specific professional and industry

experience with Milgate Primary School. She talked to the school leaders and house leaders about

their leadership in the school and shared some of her experiences with them and the staff. She also

went on a tour of the school speaking with staff and students about education, learning and the

programs at Milgate PS.

Debbie Mierisch Principal

FROM THE ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL

LEVEL 4 WORKING BEE - Building a 2012 Year 5 & 6 Commemorative Garden We Need Help!

We currently have four families who have confirmed their attendance at our Level 4 Working Bee on

Sunday 9th September from 9:30am – 11:30am. We need many more families for this event to go

ahead.

We have invested a substantial amount of money and time to develop this area for our current and

future Level 4 students to enjoy this fantastic learning and sitting area. The working bee will add the

final touches to this beautiful space.

If any other members of the community wish to assist us in building this garden please complete the

form or contact the school office. As I have mentioned before, it is impossible to maintain and

develop our school grounds without the generous support of the school community.

A yummy morning tea is provided!

LANDSCAPING AROUND THE YEAR 6 BUILDING The end is nigh! The final touches are being completed on our extensive landscaping development. I

am excited to tell you that the project manager has informed me that if the weather is kind all the

works should be completed by the end of next week.

We are so excited to open this area to our school community and to provide our students with an

outstanding learning and recreation environment.

Mark Roberts Assistant Principal

PE/OUTDOOR EDUCATION NEWS

SPORTING HIGHLIGHTS: In the past few weeks we have had a number of students play in the first

round of the Victorian Primary Schools Golf Championships at various courses around Melbourne.

Congratulations to Michael W and Lucy P who were successful in their respective events and have

made it through to the Eastern Regional Round on Monday 27th August.

FOR YOUR INFORMATION: Olympic Hook in2 Hockey is a programme designed specifically for

young players (5 to 12 years old) that have not played hockey before. It introduces the game of hockey

in a relaxed, friendly and non-competitive environment.

WHEN: 5 - 6pm Wednesdays 10, 17 & 24 October 2012.

COST: $20 per child. Optional $30 extra for stick pack

WHERE: Doncaster Hockey Club, Mullum Mullum Reserve, Cnr. Springvale and Reynolds Rd,

Doncaster East.

ENQUIRIES & BOOKINGS: Please contact Samantha Snow on sam.doncasterhc@hotmail.com or

visit www.doncasterhockeyclub.com.au.

If you wish to know more about how you could help out with any aspect of the PE/Outdoor Learning

Program, please contact James Will at school or have a look at the Physical Education Handbook on

the Milgate PS website under the NOTICES section.

James Will PE/Outdoor Learning Coordinator

JUNIOR SCHOOL COUNCIL

CRAZY HAT DAY

On Friday 7th September, the Junior School Council will be holding a CRAZY

HAT DAY. If students would like to participate, we ask that they bring a gold

coin donation. This term the money raised will be given to the RSPCA.

Please note - NO COIN, NO CRAZY HAT!

This is not a free dress day and students are to wear full school uniform. We

are looking forward to a great day.

W O R K I N G B E E

Sunday 9 September 9:30am – 11:30am Please complete and return this form to the office by Wednesday 5 September 2012.

(Entire School Community are welcome!)

Yes, I am happy to volunteer for the Working Bee on Sun 9 Sep 9.30 – 11.30am.

Child’s name: ________________________________ Grade:_______ No of people attending:_______

Come and enjoy Storytime at Milgate Primary School. Our Library Teacher, Ms Karen Jensen, will provide your pre-school child with wonderful stories and activity sessions in our Library.

While your child experiences the excitement of primary school we invite you to have a coffee and a chat with other parents or we can arrange a school tour for you at that time.

2.15pm - 3.15pm Fri 31 Aug, Fri 7 Sep & Fri 14 Sep

Book your place TODAY Landscape Drive Doncaster East Vic 3109

T: 9842 7744 E: milgate.ps@edumail.vic.gov.au

IS YOUR CHILD READY FOR PREP? We are still accepting Prep enrolments for 2013. Interested parents are able to book a personal

school tour with either Debbie Mierisch (Principal) or Mark Roberts (Assistant Principal).

If you have a child, or know anyone with a child, who will be starting Prep in 2013, please let them

know they can enrol their child now.

If you have a sibling ready to start school in 2013, you can enrol now. Please come by the Office

for an enrolment pack or download the enrolment form from the school website.

Storytime at Milgate

Working Bee Sunday 9 September 9:30-11:30am

Building a Commemorative Native Garden

Come along and help build a beautiful native garden for all students to

enjoy for years to come.

Entire school community are welcome.

Please come along!

Please contact the school office to confirm your attendance

LOTE EXTENSION

This year we have offered a LOTE Extension Program to Year 3 and 4 students in addition to the

normal LOTE lessons each week. From their expressions of interest, a group of students from each

level were selected for the program. ‘Chinese ribbon dance’ and ‘Chinese food and cooking’ were the

two topics we studied in Semester 1. In these topics, students have been enthusiastic and inquisitive.

The program has provided an opportunity for them to gain knowledge through their own investigation

and experiences. Here are some of our student’s reflections for the semester one program.

Wan-Ping Nixon LOTE Teacher

I found the ribbon dance was an amazing experience. It was a fun way to look deeper into Chinese

cultural history. I thought it was very enjoyable. Being introduced to this dance was very exciting!

By: Sarah H 4GA

LOTE Extension last semester was great. I loved learning the Chinese dance and performing. I had

lots of fun spending time with Ms. Nixon and the rest of the group every week. Thanks to Ms. Nixon for

teaching us the dance.

By: Juliette C 4BW

I think that LOTE Extension is a great new addition to what we are doing at Milgate. I really enjoyed

cooking different dishes and learning different things in Mandarin. It was great fun and it was one of the

things I looked forward to each week. I got to meet and work with other people that I normally wouldn’t

work with. It was awesome!

By: Eunice M 6KG

LEVEL ONE AND TWO SWIMMING PROGRAMME

The Level One and Two students recently had a very exciting fortnight participating in daily swimming lessons at

Aquarena.

Each student made significant

improvements in their confidence and skills.

The students also participated in water safety activities and

developed independence and

responsibility.

Thank you to the parents who were able to help with the drying

and dressing.

Level 4 Milgate Primary School

proudly present...

‘Kids In Space’

TUESDAY 18th SEPTEMBER Grades 6YP, 6CH, 5TW AND ½ 5DM

WEDNESDAY 19th SEPTEMBER Grades 6FB, 6KG, 5KW AND ½ 5DM

Warrandyte High School Matinee 1pm / Evening 7.30pm

The Level 4 students have been busy

rehearsing their dancing, singing and acting

parts; as well as making props, costumes

and sets. Please support our students and

see the show!

Tickets available soon!!

PARENTS & FRIENDS

WOOLWORTHS [EARN AND LEARN] & COLES [SPORTS FOR SCHOOLS] These programs are now closed. If you or anyone you know have any more at home please send

them into the school as soon as possible so we can finalise the counting and order resources for the

school. Valuable resources will be able to be purchased by the school as a result of your shopping

dollars. We’ll keep the boxes in the Office for a week or two yet so please keep sending in your sticker

cards and vouchers. Thanks to all the families who have been collecting their stickers and/or vouchers

- thanks for your support. A special thank you to Rae for counting the Woolworths stickers and a huge

THANK YOU to all the Mums that helped count the mountains of Coles vouchers! You all did a

wonderful job and it is greatly appreciated.

FOOD BANK Don't forget we have a food bank for those friends and families of the school community who might

need short or long term help with meals for any number of reasons. If any assistance is required

please speak with Debbie Mierisch, Mark Roberts or any of our office staff or teachers for confidential

assistance. The school community just cook the meals, we don't need to know who eats them!!

THE ATHLETE’S FOOT

This program is still running so if you are buying new shoes from the Athletes Foot then mention you

are from Milgate Primary School and we'll get $5 for each pair of shoes purchased. Money raised will

go towards sports equipment for the school.

MONSTER RAFFLE Tickets went home over the last week. If you sell them all you can get more books, but just remember

they need to be returned [either the stubs or complete books if unsold] before the fete. An amazing 1st

prize is up for grabs and will be drawn at Milfete on Saturday 27th October.

We also have a highest ticket seller prize for the top two ticket sellers. A flyer will be going home today

with more information. Good luck everyone!

NEXT MEETING This will be held in the conference room in September. I will advise the date in the next newsletter.

We welcome a new member who has come along but we need more of you! We would love to see

you there if you can make it and see what we are up to. We discuss all sorts of things for your children

and without the P&F many of the activities we provide for the children will not be run. Your time

commitment is whatever you can spare and it is great for our children to see us involved in their school.

We really do need the community to get behind us and get involved so if you have a spare half hour

please come and be a part of it.

Amanda Raymond President - 0428 121 067

ACTIVITIES AT MILGATE - TERM 3

Chess Club

Mondays - 3.30 to 4.30pm. Enrolment forms available at the Office www.chessideas.com.au

Formosa Chinese School

Saturdays between 9.45am – 12.30pm or 10am – 12noon for 2yo Playgroup. Please contact Teresa Chen (Principal) on 0412 037 192 or principal@formosa.org.au

Kelly Sports (Prep to Yr 4)

Dance

8.00 - 8.50am Tuesdays Shake, move and let the beat enter your feet with Kelly Sports. Our trained dance coaches can get your child’s hips swinging, heads bumping, feet rocking and bodies shaking to all of modern contemporary music’s classics. Sign up fast as places are limited and let our coaches beat ignite your child’s dancing feet.

Brilliant Ball Sports 3.40pm - 4.40pm Tuesdays DONT MISS OUT ON THIS HOME RUN!! WICKED WINTER SPORTS allows your child to play a range of dynamic and active programs run over 9 weeks; these include: Football, Soccer, Hockey, Tee-ball and Crazy Games! This Program will not only provide an essential base for your child's motor skills but help build awareness, co-ordination and friendship all in an enjoyable environment

Enrolment forms available at the Office or www.kellysports.com.au/zone/templestowe

Musical Inspiration

Music lessons available for trumpet, drums, saxophone, clarinet, flute, keyboard/piano, violin, cello, acoustic guitar, electric guitar, bass guitar and singing. Lessons rotate during school time. Brochures and enrolment forms are available at the Office or on Milgate’s website (under ‘Notices’).

WiseOnes

Term 3 - The Impressionists Starts Monday 23rd July and will run for 8 weeks. Enrolment forms available from the Office or on Milgate’s website (under ‘Notices’).

AWESOME Basketball Clinic at Milgate!

We still have some spaces available for our Basketball Clinic. Already the kids are loving

it and having a great time while learning all about basketball!

For fun, fitness, and skill development come to our 45 minute clinic at lunchtime in the

Milgate Stadium. Suitable for children in Years 1 – 6.

Interested? Then please call Jo McAuliffe on 0418 126 664 or download the enrolment

form on Milgate’s website under ‘Notices’ and return it to the office.

COMMUNITY NEWS Please see our Community Noticeboard (located opposite the Art room) for any interesting community events. The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (DEECD) does not endorse the products or services of any private advertiser. No responsibility is accepted by the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (DEECD) or Milgate Primary School for accuracy of information contained in advertisements or claims made by them.

Bupa Family Challenge Is your family up for a one week challenge? WIN prizes for you and your family. REGISTER now for your chance to win great prizes. Visit www.bupafamilychallenge.com.au for all the details.

Comedy & Trivia Night – CAT JUMP PRE-SCHOOL Friday 31st August [7 – 11.30pm] at Monte Carlo Receptions, Doncaster East. ONLY $45. A fun night with George Kapiniaris, come join us! For tickets or further details please contact 9842 5992.

Donvale/Nunawading Girl Guides For girls aged 5 to 18 years. “To enable girls and young women to grow into confident, self-respecting, responsible community members”. For further information or to register please contact Sarah 0420 975 068 or Guides Victoria 8606 3500 or visit our website www.guidesvic.org.au.

St Davids Cricket Club (DONVALE) Junior players required for all standards for the new season starting in October. Milo in2CRICKET 5 – 9 years Friday nights Juniors Under 10, 12, 14 & 16’s Friday nights and Saturday mornings For details see www.stdavidscc.com

Warrandyte High School – DISCO INFERNO Production All tickets $20 available via www.warrandytehigh.vic.edu.au. Thu 30 Aug 7.30pm, Fri 31 Aug 7.30pm, Sat 1 Sep 1.30pm & 7.30pm.

MILGATE ACHIEVERS Week Ending 10 August 2012

PYP Attitude: INDEPENDENCE

PJP Parker B. For writing all the numbers to 100 on his 100 days party placement.

PJP Kylie L. For following the classroom routines independently.

1LS Christopher M. For being able to do so many more tasks, by himself, than he could at the beginning of the year. He is being fantastically independent!

1MT Ethan Z. For his independent approach to the set activities and the daily classroom routine.

1SL Nathan L. For showing a commitment to practice something every day until he can do it independently. Well done.

2RW Emily H. For being very independent and getting herself ready quickly at swimming. Well

done!

2SB Ryan S. For showing independence in his approach towards his excellent Show and Tell presentation!

2WH Isaac L. For the independence he has shown during our Swimming program.

3EB Alana R. For working independently on her equivalent fraction activity. Fabulous Alana!

3JG David H. For working independently when completing his work.

3LH Thomas J. For planning and writing his narrative independently.

3PK Madison F. For independent thinking and completing her work on her own.

4AD Khalid W. For managing his time effectively to complete his inquiry.

4BW Briana F. For showing independence and using initiative to produce interesting descriptive writing passages.

5DM Sarah O. For working independently during Reader's Workshop sessions.

5KW Mark L. For showing greater independence during Maths Rotations, keep it up.

5TW Alana K. For her ability to work independently in the classroom.

6CH Liam P. For consistently completing his work independently.

6FB Andrea S. For working well independently to achieve her learning goals.

6KG Daniel C. For his self-motivated and independent approach to class projects.

ESL Alex L. [4BW] For independently collecting words to build his English vocabulary and for working independently to improve his learning.

Learning Support

Shanise T. [2SB] For independently working on her 2 digit multiplication sum and for using initiative!

LOTE Madeline B. [3PK] For thinking and working independently in completing tasks.

LOTE Con M. [3PK] For thinking and working independently in completing tasks.

MUSIC Steven D. [6CH] For demonstrating responsible and independent behaviour in music this term.

MILGATE ACHIEVERS Week Ending 17 August 2012

PYP Attitude: INTEGRITY

PJP Luke T. For always doing what he knows is right.

PPM Cameron N. For his kindness and integrity.

1LS Kalan F. For always maintaining his integrity in any situation. He also helps his classmates to show integrity.

1MT Kate M. For her honest and genuine nature in the classroom.

1SL James F. For showing honesty when being faced with adversity.

2RW Heather G. For always making good choices and being pleasure to have in our class. Well done!

2SB Whole Class For the integrity that they showed in their respectful representations of Van Gogh's Sunflowers - amazing!

2WH Jolene G. For being honest and thinking about the right thing to do.

3EB Isabelle M. For always telling the truth and being honest to herself and others.

3JG Ellie D. For always being an honest and good friend to others.

3PK Olivia T. For being honest and trustworthy to herself and to others in various situations.

4AD James M. For always acting with integrity and choosing to do the right thing.

4BW Matthew G. For always being honest.

4GA Nicholas Y. For being honest and thoughtful.

5DM Taylah T. For always being an honest member of the grade who consistently tries her best. Well done!

5KW Jemima C. For being an honest and trustworthy member of our classroom community.

5TW Janette Y. For her trustworthiness shown in class.

6CH Tina Y. For always being honest in everything she does.

6CH Rachel C. For always being honest in everything she does.

6FB Jaymee H. For being an honest, fair and reliable student.

6KG Warren C. For consistently showing integrity, both in and out of the classroom.

6YP Matthew R. For being an honest and reliable member of the classroom community.

ART Dev B. [6CH] For doing what was right in a difficult situation.

Learning Support

Michela M. [PJP] For displaying integrity during our reading session!

LOTE Arnold B. [3EB] For always showing fairness and honesty in LOTE.

MUSIC Thomas J. [3LH] For showing integrity by being a responsible and caring classmate.

PE Sarah Y. [5DM] For always playing by the rules and being fair on the sports field.