RPS Chatter November 2024

November already!

Here we are at the cup weekend for 2024! An extra-long weekend for students, remembering that we have a report writing day curriculum day this Monday the 4th of November followed by the Melbourne Cup Day public holiday on Tuesday.

 

Halloween Fest

 

A hauntingly heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us for our Halloween Fest last weekend. It was fantastic to see so many families and community members getting into the spirit of the event. A massive congratulations must go to Kristy and her team for all their hard work and dedication to making it such a Spooktacular event!!

 

150th Anniversary

 

 

Our special day is approaching very fast…Friday the 29th of November!

We would love some more volunteers to be involved in planning our day. We will be holding another planning meeting on Wednesday the 6th of November at 9 am in the office area.  Many hands make light work!

 

Should I stay or should I go?

 

 

Planning for the 2025 school year is in full swing! To assist us in making sure we are ready for next year, if you or anyone you know hasn’t enrolled or intends on not being a part of our school community in 2025, could you please let us know as soon as possible?

This leads me to the next point…… soon we will start the complex process of placing students into classes for 2025.  We spend many hours undertaking this important work, which considers variables such as (but not limited to):

• Academic ability and performance
• Working habits (e.g. ability to work independently)
• Classroom behaviour
• Social network/friendships
• Social maturity and personality
• Special needs (e.g. siblings/twins/family members)
• Other factors such as anxiety

During this process, changes and adjustments to the proposed class groups are made over several weeks.  Draft class lists are then submitted to the Leadership team for final ratification and then finally teachers are assigned to class groups.  For the record, teachers do not ever pick students to be in their class, all classes are assigned by the Principal Class team (i.e. Russell, Hayley and myself) once the groups are decided.

If families have any requests for placement of children on educational grounds, please send me an email (megan.dell@education.vic.gov.au) no later than Friday 22nd November.  It is an important goal that we place children in a happy and secure learning environment.  Requests from previous years become dated in terms of relevance, so we will only consider information from the past twelve months.

Have a wonderful weekend,

Russell

At the end of Term 3, children author Andy Lee came to visit Richmond Primary School. He read his new book ‘Do Not Open This Book, It Stinks!’ Thanks for coming to visit Andy.

In Literacy, our 5/6s have been learning how to write and analyse persuasive texts. In Maths, students have been learning about prime, composite, square and triangular numbers, as well as time and angles.

 

We have also been delving into our ‘Citizenship, Identity and Legacy’ unit for Inquiry, learning about citizenship and who we would like to be online (cyber safety).

 

Our sport electives have now begun, with the 5/6s participating in tennis, rock climbing and bike ed.

 

Foundation 

• Lila C – For collaborating and working well with others. You have shown fantastic teamwork and have helped others with their learning. Well done!
  
• Julia I – For her lovely smile and for working hard and showing respect at all times. You’re a star, Julia!
  
• Willow F – For her positive and enthusiastic attitude to learning and for her fun but respectful sense of humour.
• Elisha L – For always showing the utmost respect, working hard and taking measured risks in her learning.  You’re a star, Elisha!
• Florence M – For her positive and enthusiastic attitude towards school and for always showing respect and working hard.  You’re a star, Florence!

 

Year 1/2

 

• Estelle L – Congratulations Estelle, for always giving your best effort, being an inspiring role model, and producing beautifully detailed, outstanding work. Keep excelling!
• Callum I – Your dedication, responsibility, and kindness show what it truly means to be a fantastic leader. Keep up the excellent work!
• Leo P – For demonstrating an exceptional ability to settle into the new term after a long break from RPS, showing initiative and a proactive approach to learning. Your determination and positive attitude have been truly commendable!
• Isla B – The thoughtful way that you complete all learning tasks, and the inspiring leader you are growing into. You look after your classmates and help everyone in the class to do their best learning! You are amazing!

 

Year 3/4

 

•  Adam C – For his hard work, kindness, and respectful nature, which are admired by his peers. Very well deserved, Adam—great job!
  
• Anisha M – For her eager contributions in class and her kind nature towards her classmates. Well done, Anisha, for always striving to achieve your best!

 

Year 5/6

 

• Ben J – I congratulate you in stepping out of your comfort zone with your Writing. Your dedication and focus has been commendable. Keep up the good work Ben!
• Caitlin S – For your resilience, perseverance and mature approach to learning, even in the face of a challenge is truly admirable. This was particularly evident during Art this week. Well done Caitlin
• Jamie T – I commend your ability to take on feedback with such determination. Your increased willingness to step out of your comfort zone is admirable. Keep up the good work Jamie. You should be very proud of yourself!
• Milly B –  For her outstanding behaviour and exceptional effort so far this year. Her consistent dedication to her work and positive attitude set a fantastic example. Keep up the great work Milly!
• Zoe K –  For taking great pride in her work, demonstrating role model behaviour and an excellent attitude towards your learning. Keep up the great work Zoe!
• Eme M – Consistently demonstrating exceptional kindness and generosity and always having a positive and respectful attitude.
• Wanda S –  From consistently going above and beyond in all aspects of their work and always actively participates in class discussions, Wanda has shown an exceptional level of commitment and passion for herlearning and inspires others around them. Well done Wanda.
• Ethan L – What a brilliant start to Term 4. Your dedication and focus in class this week, have truly shone through. You have demonstrated commitment to all aspects of your learning and your positive attitude is inspiring your classmates. Keep up the fantastic work Ethan —you’re making a difference!”
• Arthur O – For your persistence, determination and stamina this week when writing your action-filled narrative. You have worked diligently to improve all aspects of your story and have continued to concentrate with all your effort. Keep it up, Arthur!
• Zac P – For consistently bringing positivity and friendliness to our classroom. Your respectful attitude towards your peers and teachers shines every day and we are so lucky to have your kind presence around us. Well done, Zac!
• Gracie O – For always being a good sport, an enthusiastic team player and displaying a positive growth mindset. Whether you’re facing a challenge or celebrating a win, you always uplift your peers and encourage everyone to join in. Well done, Gracie!

 

Please see the below list of extracurricular activities that you can enrol your child into for Term 4 this year:

Drama lessons: Thursdays, Lunch Time

Music Lessons: Individual Bookings

Tennis Lessons:  Wednesdays & Thursdays, 8:10AM – 8:50AM

Dance Lessons: Wednesday’s, Lunch Time

Chess Club: Fridays, 8:00AM – 8:50AM

If you are interested in any of the above activities for your child, please see the links below for further information.

• Drama Lessons
• Music lessons
• Tennis Lessons
• Dance Class
• Chess Club