IMPORTANT DATES!
PRINCIPALS’ REPORT
Monday was a great way to celebrate all of the wonderful learning that has taken place in performing arts this term with a wonderful whole school flash mob at assembly. Our new focus on dance and drama on top of the music focus has added that extra element of fun to the learning. I can’t wait to see what is in stall for term 3.
Public Holiday and Professional Practice Day
Don’t forget that Monday the 12th of June is the Kings Birthday public holiday. We also determined at school council last year that our whole staff professional practice day would follow the public holiday, allowing families to have a mini break during the term. I hope that it gives our students the time to relax after a very solid term of learning. It also gives our staff great opportunities to undertake some additional collaborative learning and continue to make improvements to the programs that we undertake here at RGLPS. On this day, teachers will plan and prepare for term 3, spend time moderating student tasks and have an opportunity to book excursions and events for term 3.
Semester 1 2023 Reports
Reports will be released to parents on Wednesday 21st June 2023. Parents will have an opportunity to discuss these with their child’s teacher/s at Three Way Conferences in early Term Three. Further information about Three Way Conferences will be released shortly.
2023 Book Week
RGLPS will be celebrating Book Week with a ‘Book Character Parade Assembly’ next term. Students will be invited to dress as their favourite character at on Monday 21st of August at 9am. This year’s theme is ‘Read, Grow, Inspire.’ We encourage parents/carers to save this date so they can attend and join in the Book Week celebrations at RGLPS.
State School Relief 'Donate a Dollar Day' - Tuesday 20th Junee
State Schools Relief (SSR) do incredible work across our public schools and right now they need everyone’s help. SSR provides practical, tangible assistance directly to Victorian students who are in need by supplying them with items such as brand-new school uniform items, footwear, undergarments, and a host of other essential educational resources.
RGLPS will be having are having a Free Dress “Donate a Dollar” Day on Tuesday 20th June. All funds will be donated to SSR and will go towards ensuring that every young person in Victoria is able to participate with the same pride and dignity as their peers.
Please join us in supporting this worthy cause.
Let's Keep Everyone Safe on Neighbourhood Roads
The Banyule City Council has been busy patrolling the neighbouring streets lately. Please be mindful of the parking restrictions and assist us to keep the roads safe for our children to cross. I also wanted to take a little time to remind everyone to use the crossing to cross the street. We do have a number of families accessing this council service and modelling great behaviours to our students. Remember that we have many friendly crossing guards assisting with directions. I personally learnt some crossing etiquette yesterday that I wasn’t aware of, so it is nice to have the experts share that knowledge with us.
Take care,
Kirrily Lamers
Principal
STUDENTS OF THE WEEK
TEACHING & LEARNING
Term Three 2023 Planning Week
Next Tuesday June 13th, RGLPS is holding a Professional Practice Day for teachers. This is a student free day. For the remainder of next week, teachers will participate in a half planning day to prepare for Term Three and the school will operate with a modified timetable. Students will undertake specialist classes for three sessions on either Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday to enable teams to meet and organise their teaching programs for Term Three.
Semester One 2023 Reports
Semester One 2023 reports will be released to parents/carers via Compass on Wednesday 21st June. Please keep an eye on Compass for an announcement that Semester One reports are available.
2023 ICAS
ICAS assessments are offered on the dates listed below. All ICAS registrations will close on Monday 31st July 2023 – a reminder that participation is optional and at parent expense.
ICAS registrations can be made through the Parent Payment Portal located at https://www.icasassessments.com/shop-parents/ Please use the RGLPS access code OTR015.
Please carefully check 2023 dates against external and family events as ICAS do not issue refunds under any circumstances.
RGLPS Policies
School policies are published to the community via both Compass and the school website: https://www.rosanna-golflinks-ps.vic.edu.au/
The following policies have been recently ratified by the Rosanna Golf Links Primary School Council. These updated policies are available to parents and carers through Compass and the school website:
*RGLPS SunSmart Policy
*RGLPS Complaints Policy (part of Child Safe Standard 7 – Staff and volunteers are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and awareness to keep children and young people safe through ongoing education and training.)
*RGLPS Digital Learning Policy (part of Child Safe Standard 9 – Physical and online environments promote safety and wellbeing while minimising the opportunity for children and young people to be harmed.)
*RGLPS Visitors Policy (part of Child Safe Standard 2 – Child safety and wellbeing is embedded in organisational leadership, governance and culture.)
To access policies on Compass, see Community icon -> School Documentation -> School Policies. On the school website, see the Community menu and scroll down the page to access current school policies.
I hope everyone has a great long weekend!
Kerron Worsdell
Learning Specialist
‘BETTER WHEN I’M DANCING’
Shrieks of excitement and enthusiasm buzzed at Rosanna Golf Link’s assembly. Our stage the school grounds and our eager audience waited with anticipation. The minute the music played, students proudly performed in front of the school community and the magic of dance came alive. It was delightful to hear the laughter, joy and be part of the positive vibe. I wish to congratulate all students for taking the challenge, committing and actively being part of the creative team. Dancing is positively a natural mood booster and makes us feel happy. This event was definitely a joyous occasion and an inspiring memory for you all. I am so proud of all the students.
We are also grateful for Nicole Scgulch’s photography.
Maria La Selva
Performing Arts Teacher
NUDE FOOD
Nude Food Winner - Term 2, Weeks 3&4
Congratulations to 2AS for having the most nude food lunch boxes for Weeks 3 and 4.
Special mention to 3NKD who were the most improved class from last fortnight for nude food lunch boxes.
A nude food lunch box has zero packaging waste. Compost and reusable containers / bags are okay. Please continue to reduce the amount of waste / rubbish being sent to school.
AUSLAN SIGN OF THE WEEK
NEW PROCEDURE FOR PREP 2024 ENROLMENTS
Enrolments for Prep 2024 will work differently to previous years. The State Government has introduced a new state-wide enrolment timeline for all government primary schools. Their aim is to make the enrolment process clearer and more equitable for all families.
Here’s how the prep 2024 enrolments will work:
TERM 1
- Schools cannot accept any prep enrolments in term 1, 2023.
- School tours can commence and will continue during term 2.
- In late term 1, a ‘Prep Enrolment Information Pack for Schools for Parents/Carers for the 2024 school year’ will be distributed to all families by early childhood service providers (kindergartens and childcare centres). The pack will also be available from the school if required.
TERM 2
- Monday 24th April 2023: from this date enrolments can be submitted using the ‘Application to Enrol in a Victorian Government School Form’ from the information pack.
- Open days, information sessions and Education Week celebrations will be held.
TERM 3
- Friday 28th July 2023: enrolment applications are due.
- Friday 11th August: families will receive written notification of their enrolment outcome.
- Friday 25th August: due date for families to return their completed ‘School Enrolment Form’ to accept their prep offer. This form will be included with your letter of offer.
TERM 4
- Prep 2024 transition sessions will take place
FUNDRAISING
A huge thank you to the small group who supported the Comedy Night. The comedian’s reported that there was a great vibe in the room, so thank you for making this RGLPS Community event succesful.
Big thanks to Kerilyn Bennett (and team) for setting up ,facilitating and packing up!!
SCHOOL CROSSING SAFETY
Bronwyn has asked parent’s to remind their students that bouncing balls while using the school crossing is not allowed.
She has had two incidents in the past week where a ball has run onto the road and she has had to stop a student running after it.
GARDEN NEWS
CANTEEN
Due to stock supplies, we will not be able to offer Hash Browns or Corn on the Cob in the Winter menu.
Specials: See Flexischools
Souvlaki: Lamb or Chicken $5.90
(Served in a warm wrap)
Add: lettuce, tomato, red onion, tzatziki garlic sauce $0.40 each
Veggie Pastie: Vegetable Pastie wrapped in wholemeal pastry. $5.90
Muffin: Mixed Berry $1.50
COMMUNITY NOTICES
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