EPSOM PALM PRESS Strive for Excellence Take Pride Act Responsibly Respect Our Community EPSOM PRIMARY SCHOOL NEWSLETTER NO 5– 02/03/17

Phone Number: 03 5448 4318 Email: [email protected]

Principal’s Report Happenings

Over the next week people will start to see work happening around the school in anticipation of the start of our new school building. Tenders for the construction of the school have closed. The Minister for Education, The Hon James Merlino is expected to make an official announcement very soon on the successful tender. Last chance School Council nominations close tomorrow. Being on council is a great way to support our school. A strong and diverse School Council helps make a great school. You do not need any previous experience only a willingness to help make Epsom great. Nominations close at 4 pm tomorrow and self nomination forms are available at the office. Nomination box is at the office.

Start of Day The teachers and I are very pleased with children being on time for school. There has been a huge improvement in punctuality with children being at school, with bags unpacked and learning at 9:00 o'clock. Not arriving late improves the learning time not only of the individual child but the whole class. Well done. Team China Our Team China dinner was a great success last week. Thank you to all the teachers, families and friends who supported the night. Swimming Carnival Our annual swimming sports are fast approaching; check your child's bag for the permission note. It is a House Event day so plenty of house colours please. Epsom Facebook You can keep up with all our latest events by being a friend of EPS on our Facebook page. Subject Contributions A reminder that subject contribution payments are due before the end of Term 1. These payments cover your child’s learning resources and use of devices for the year. Bank details for the school are as follows : BSB 633000 Account Number 107661738 Please use your child’s name as your reference.

School Fax Number: 03 5448 3334 Website: www.epsomps.vic.edu.au

TEAM CHINA ZOOPER DOOPERS Will be on sale Tuesdays and Thursdays after school for 50c. STUDENT BANKING/HOUSE EVENT LAUNCHED! Last week at assembly our House Captains launched our first House event for the year. We are encouraging as many students as possible to open a student bank account with the Bendigo Bank. Not only does this teach early fiscal management and money skills it also supports our local Bendigo Northern District Community Enterprise. The Enterprise has supported the school previously with funds for a Chook Shed, a Defib Machine and now an Honour Board for our Gr 2 Citizenship Award. We hope in the future to apply for a major grant ($10, 000+) for a playground, shade sail, etc for our new school. Each student who opens a new account receives 20 House points (Term 1 only) and every time they deposit a minimum of $1 on a Tuesday they will receive another 5points for their House (rest of the year). If parents bank with the Bendigo Bank we would love you to consider linking your accounts with the enterprise and tell them you are from Epsom PS. We understand completely that the decision to open a student bank account rests with families. SWIMMING NOTE – CORRECTION. The Swimming Carnival Note that went home this week had 2 major errors in it: The correct date is: Friday 10th March Correct times: Seniors start at 9:30am and Juniors start at 10:30am. Mrs Davey apologises profusely for these errors – too much birthday cake this week! The weather is predicted at 30 degrees and sunny – please make sure sunscreen is applied before school and tubes packed in swimming bags. Sunscreen will also be available at the pool. Lots of small snacks are ideal for this day. Mrs Davey

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SAVE THE DATE— Friday 26th May Trivia Night at the All Seasons Fundraising event for Epsom Primary School (and a great night)

ELECTRONIC NEWSLETTER DELIVERY Let’s save some trees and some money! How, you might ask? You can access our newsletter via an app, the Epsom PS web page or I can email it to you….hot off the press. There are several advantages when you access the newsletter electronically, one being that the photos are in colour and much better quality. Please use the slip on the last page to indicate how you would like to receive your newsletter.

SUBWWAY LUNCHES—FRIDAYS

If your child is having a lunch order, please write your child’s name, grade and order items on the form and forward the correct money in a named & sealed envelope. Your child then needs to place his/her lunch order in the slot at the general office before 9am on a FRIDAY MORNING. Subway lunch order forms are available

SAVE THE DATE FOR OUR TRIVIA NIGHT

It’s back…..the Epsom Primary School Trivia Night. Friday 26th May…….mark it on you calendar and get a table together for a fun night. To be held at All Seasons again. More information to come closer to the date.

FUNDRAISING [email protected]

Please use this email address if you would like to communicate with the Fundraising Committee.

HATS—LOST AND FOUND Can all parents please check the names on their children’s hats. It is very easy to pick up a hat that doesn’t belong. A permanent marker will be available from the Office to name black hats. If buying a new hat, the preference for Phys Ed is the hat with a string tie on it please.

WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECKS

School Council have ratified that all school volunteers are required to have a current Working With Children’s Check. Application forms can be obtained online. A parent register will be maintained at the office so please let us know when you have submitted your application. Please ensure this is finalised prior to the end of Term 1. We look forward to your cooperation with this as it is a measure to ensure the health and safety of all students.

RECYCLE YOUR MOBILE PHONES If you have an old mobile phone to recycle we have some envelopes in the office for you to post them off and “help save the mountain gorillas”. Please come into the office or see your child’s teachSUPPLIES TO BE PROVIDED BY er for an envelope. These envelopes are reply paid PARENTS The school supplies most materials that your child will need. and can just be popped straight into a post box. The only things parents are asked to supply are:  Large box of tissues. Please send to your child’s class teacher.  School bag large enough to hold a lunch box, reader cover and general belongings.  Library book bag for Grades 1-6. Please ensure you name clothing, bags, drinking containers, lunch boxes and other personal items. Small children often fail to recognise their belongings.

LUNCH TIME GUITAR LESSONS Do you have a child who would like to participate in private guitar lessons at school? These are held once a week, on Wednesday, for half an hour at lunch time. Children will need their own guitar and payment is made directly to the guitar teacher. All you have to do is send your child along with their guitar and money on Wednesday. HATS AND UNIFORMS Hats and uniforms are available from Uniform Plus, 56 Williamson Street, Bendigo 3550. MINECRAFT TERM 2 If your child would like to sign up for Minecraft for Term 2, please fill a form in, available from the office.

NEWSPAPERS NEEDED Mrs Davey is asking for newspapers for the Art room. Please take them directly to the Art room if you have any. Thankyou. STUDENT ABSENCES It is an Education Department requirement that absences are explained/reported to the school. This can be done via a phone call (54484318) or a note to the teacher. SWIMMING CARNIVAL CHECK LIST  Note and payment to school  Sunscreen applied in the morning  Sunscreen in bag  Snacks for the day  Lunch for the day  Drinks (frozen perhaps)  Hats  House costume  Rash vest if you have one REMEMBER, everyone is welcome. Volunteers on the day welcome too. The more supporters the better. Wear your house colours. We still require 1 3x3 marquee???? Can you help?

SWIMMING CARNIVAL HELPER I would love to help on Friday 10th March. NAME______________________________ ALL DAY

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NEWSLETTER DELIVERY

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FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE I would love to assist with fundraising activities but cannot attend meetings. Please contact me: NAME ____________________________

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BENDIGO YMCA AFTER SCHOOL HOURS CARE AT EPSOM

Our programs are designed to cater for the individual needs of every child so that they can develop their social skills, make new friends and be engaged and learning; while enjoying a variety of different experiences. Parents can have peace of mind knowing their children are safe in a caring, stimulating, supportive and inclusive environment. After School Care Fast Facts: All children from Prep-Grade 6 welcome Operates 3.30pm-6pm every school day Permanent or Casual Bookings taken Qualified Educators plan a variety of activities to cater for all ages and abilities Healthy and nutritious afternoon tea provided Great activities

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Positive Parenting Telephone Service This program is offered to parents, grandparents caring for their grandchildren & carers of children aged 2 – 10 years Our free ten week program aims to assist you to: *Develop a stronger and more positive relationship with your child/children *Encourage behaviour you want to see in your children *Manage everyday behaviour problems *Set rules & limits *Teach new skills This program is completed via a workbook or online modules which are supported by weekly phone calls with a trained parent educator. All of this can be done from the comfort of your own home at a time that suits you.

Interested? For more information please phone

1800 880 660 ENROLMENTS TAKEN ALL YEAR ROUND

Enrol now and make a positive start last a lifetime

COMMUNITY NEWS Bendigo Senjuns Hockey club We have a registration day coming up on March 5th from 11.30-1.30pm and are looking for players to join our under 11, under 13, under 15 and under 17 teams. Some of schools have participated in the HV roadshows currently or in the past and would love any child interested in playing to come and join the sport.

Atisha Centre Open Day - Sunday, 12 March 2017 Press/Publicity Release

Atisha Centre at Myers Flat would like to invite families and friends to our Open Day and fundraiser on March 12, 2017 starting at 9:30am. People of all faiths and backgrounds are welcome to join us for a day of fun and to explore Buddhism in a warm and friendly environment with our venerable teacher and Buddhist community. The programme includes a talk on “Practical advice for daily living” by our resident teacher, Venerable Geshe Rabten at 10:30am; Kids’ Dharma Club with story-telling and songs; tours of Atisha Centre and the Great Stupa; Atisha Centre information stall; childrens’ arts and crafts activities; courtyard market - books, gifts, hair-braiding, live music, relaxation massage, and a tool-and-hardware garage sale; lunches and morning and afternoon teas (Vegan and gluten free options). 9:30 Programme start 10:30-11:30am Welcome and Public Talk by our resident teacher, Geshe Rabten Kids’ Dharma Club – Story-telling and songs 11:45am 12:00-2:00pm

1:30pm 2:30-3:30pm

Tour of Atisha Centre Delicious Vietnamese lunch available

Tour of Atisha Centre Dharma talk from a senior monk. (Introduction to Buddhism, with discussion) Kids’ Dharma Club – Story-telling and songs

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ALL DAY ACTIVITIES Children’s arts and craft activities Garage sale of tools and hardware Morning and afternoon teas Tours of the Great Stupa Atisha Centre and Buddhism information stall Courtyard market including: Books and Gifts / Hair-braiding / Live music / Relaxation-remedial massage / Facepainting Atisha Centre and Great Stupa, 25 Sandhurst Town Road, Myers Flat (Near Bendigo) Details on website at www.atishacentre.org.au . Click the “Open Day” banner For more information contact Atisha Centre Office on 03 5446 3336

MyGolf Junior Clinics Bendigo Golf Club

Here at Bendigo Golf Club we want to introduce juniors to the game of golf in a relaxed and fun environment. With a range of activities and games delivered through the MyGolf program we will assist junior golfers from beginners onwards in progressing their golfing skills.

When: Monday after noons fr om 4-5pm Where: Bendigo Golf Club, golf cour se r oad Epsom How Much: $35 initial r egistr ation fee (goes towar ds a par ticipation pack thr ough golf Austr alia) $10 per class for non-members and $5 for members (the extra fee for non-members pays for a junior membership over the first term) Age Group: 5 – 14 years old Includes: Structured program designed for junior inclusion and skill progression Tuition from an experienced PGA Golf Professional On course participation Please contact Bendigo Golf Club PGA professional Brad Wilson for bookings and further information as numbers are limited. P: 0421 802 337 E: [email protected]

FREE ADMISSION - SIDEWALK ASTRONOMY. 7pm – 10pm Tuesday March 21 Western Shore of Lake Neangar Eaglehawk {Near the Bowling Club} As part of the Eaglehawk Dahlia and Arts Festival, Bendigo and District Astronomical Society members will set up telescopes to provide astounding views of many fascinating objects in the wonderful Autumn sky. If you have never looked through a telescope then this is an evening not to be missed. This activity is especially set up for school children to enjoy. For further details PH: 5447 7690

The Bendigo Mountain Bike Club feel that their aims and objectives for this event, and as a club, have many synergies with the DET Health and Physical Education objectives as outlined in the new Victorian Curriculum. There are a range of strategies the club has pursued to make the GTE a welcoming event with broad appeal across the community and to the school community in particular:  A specific entry code for Schools offering a $10 discount on entry.  A prize to go to the school with the most participants (*details below)  A wide range of race distances (15km, 30km, 50km, 100km, 100miles)  More than 50 event entry classes including: - Junior classes/Novice Classes - Mother/Child & Father/Child classes - Age groupings all the way up to 70+yrs (Ultra Masters)  The club is one of only a handful of clubs across Australia to run the accredited junior development program - The ‘2 Wheel Academy’- and dedicated women’s events. *The club would offer a 3hr skills coaching session to the winning school run by our accredited coaches who also have current working with children checks. www.entryzone.com.au will

provide online entry details to the club’s events.

THESE FORMS ARE AVAILABLE FROM THE OFFICE

Clean Up YOUR Cemeteries Day As part of Clean Up Australia Day In conjunction with Clean Up Australia Day, Remembrance Parks Central Victoria (RPCV) invite its local community to participate in their annual ‘Clean Up YOUR Cemeteries Day’. This year RPCV encourage community members to visit the site of a loved one to pay their respects and make sure it is clean and in a good state of repair. The event will be held on Sunday the 5th of March across five RPCV locations including Bendigo Remembrance Park, Eaglehawk Remembrance Park, White Hills Remembrance Park, Kangaroo Flat Remembrance Park and Axedale Public Remembrance Park. All attendees to this event will need to register at each site on the day. So bring a pair of gloves, a hat and some sunscreen and join RPCV in making our Remembrance Parks beautiful and safe places to visit. Event Details Clean Up: 8 .30am – 11.30am Locations: Eaglehawk Remembrance Park located at 5 Victoria Street. (Registration at the Elaine McNamara Chapel) Bendigo Remembrance Park located at 30 Carpenter Street. (Registration inside front gate at the Sexton’s Residence) White Hills Remembrance Park located at the corner of St Killian Street and Holdsworth Road. (Registrations near the toilet block off St Killian Street near the lawn area) Kangaroo Flat Remembrance Park located at 33-09 Helm Street. (Registration inside front gate near the chapel) Axedale Public Remembrance Park located at Cemetery Road. (Registration inside front gate) For further information please contact Joanne at Remembrance Parks Central Victoria on (03) 5446 1566 or email us at [email protected].

Eaglehawk Dahlia & Arts Festival Inc. “Buskers in the Borough 2017”

Wanted

Buskers to perform on the sidewalks of Eaglehawk, between 10:00 am and 11:00 am, on Saturday 19th March, 2016. You must be of Primary School or Secondary College age to apply. The application form will be on the Eaglehawk Dahlia & Arts Festival Inc. website from now. Entries close on Friday 10th March 2017 . Successful applicants will be notified in the second week of March and given further details of the process that will happen on the day. Website: www.eaglehawkfestival.org.au Send application form to: Eaglehawk Dahlia & Arts Festival Inc. “Buskers in the Borough 2017”. PO Box 21, Eaglehawk 3556

Prize of $70 for:

Best Busker - Primary School Secondary College Prize of $40 for: 2 Encouragement Awards – Primary School Secondary College There will be a ballot draw for street busking positions. Successful applicants will be notified of their position prior to the performance time. Judges will circulate during the busking period. Winners will be contacted and their names posted in the EUFS window, during the week following the competition. Contacts: Mary Preston 0434 769 862

Application form for Eaglehawk Dahlia & Arts Festival Inc. “Buskers in the Borough 2017” th

between 10:00 am and 11:00 am on Saturday 18 March, 2017 on the sidewalks of Eaglehawk. Entries close on March 10th, 2017.

Name:…………………………………………………. Contact Address:……………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………… Email: ……………………………………………………………. School attended:………………………………………………. Year level:……………… Entertainment you will provide: Instrument/props you will be using: Please note: No power is provided. No power packs, leads etc. to be used in your performance. You are responsible for the provision and safety of your own instrument and/or props. I am prepared to supervise my child during their performance. I understand these conditions, and I give my consent for my child to make application to busk in the Eaglehawk Dahlia & Arts Festival Inc. “Buskers in the Borough 2017” Signed (parent/guardian)………………………………………………………………………………………………. I understand that my child will be contacted if this application is successful and if the application is not successful that no correspondence will be entered in to. Further information is available on the website: www.eaglehawkfestival.net.au Send application form to: Eaglehawk Dahlia & Arts Festival Inc. “Buskers in the Borough 2017”. PO Box 21, Eaglehawk 3556 Contacts: Mary Preston 0434 769 862

Support Chaplaincy in Bendigo Schools

Come and Join the Fun

Trivia Night

Monday 20 March 2017 Eaglehawk Town Hall at 7 pm for 7.30 pm start THEME: CARNIVALE

Decorate your table & come in bright costume… prizes for most eye-catching ….….

Make up a table of six or less

(NB More than 6 to a table not accepted)

Major and minor prizes

Lucky Lollipops $5; Silent Auction Admission: $15.00 each

BYO Nibbles, Non alcoholic drinks & glasses Tea & Coffee available during the evening

BOOKINGS:

Ph 5442 1732 or Ph/Fax 5448 3912 AH

Email: [email protected] or [email protected]

By FRIDAY 17 MARCH (Part of Eaglehawk Dahlia & Arts Festival Opening Wednesday 15 to Friday 24 March 2017)