EVERY SCHOOL DAY COUNTS
Thursday June 22nd 2023
MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Everyone has the right to be SAFE
Everyone has the right to be RESPECTED
Everyone has the right to LEARN
GRADE 6 CAMP: I contacted Steph Millan at camp and she informed me the students are having a fantastic time. Yesterday activities included the giant swing, zip lines and archery. Last night they had a campfire with milo and marshmallows. Today they were going to do some bush cooking and make their own morning tea. Steph also said that even though it is cold the rooms were “toasty warm” last night.
Arrival back at school tomorrow – I will update parents on the COMPASS and Skoolbag App of the estimated time of arrival back at school. It would be appreciated if you didn’t contact the office around time of arrival, but check on COMPASS and /or Skoolbag App.
CENTENNIAL UPDATE: Some of our centennial memorabilia has been delivered this week. So far, we have tin mugs, pen sets and pavers. Our centennial teddy bears, stickers, key rings and balloons have been ordered. There will be an opportunity for families to pre order these prior to the Centennial Gala Day in October.
$21.3 MILLION FUNDING: The Principal team has been completing all the necessary paperwork around our proposed funding. We have consulted with staff, students and families to get an overall picture of what Melton South Primary looks like in 2023 and what is the preferred outlook for 2033.
HOLIDAYS: It has been a very busy term for all and everyone has earned a well-deserved break.
I hope everyone has a restful and safe holiday and look forward to seeing everyone again in term 3.
Marilyn Costigan
Principal
Melton South Primary School acknowledges the Wurundjeri People as the Traditional Owners of the land on which we learn and play. We value Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history and culture. We recognise the First People’s connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respects to Elders, both past, present and emerging.
CENTENARY CELEBRATIONS UPDATE
On the 21st of October we will be having a Gala Day. More details will be made available in Term 3. Please keep an eye on our Facebook Page and in the school newsletter. The Facebook group dedicated to celebrating our Centenary is now open for conversations about our great school, photos and memories. You can join the group by searching “Melton South Primary School – Celebrating 100 Years” to share your stories, photos and to be informed of upcoming information. We also have an email dedicated to all Centenary enquiries at: 100Years@meltonsthps.vic.edu.au
STUDENT OF THE WEEK AWARDS
| NAME | REASON FOR AWARD | NAME | REASON FOR AWARD | ||
| PF | Emma | For working hard to write retells. | 3B | Tua | For his fantastic fielding skills during our grade 3 sport sessions of kickball. |
| 1C | Soimavi Tryphosa | For always helping her peers and for completing 90 nights of home reading! For completing 92 nights of home reading. Well done! | 3C | Aleef Akshara | For going above and beyond in their roles as SWPBS representatives, managing the learning ladder and being exemplary role models themselves. |
| 1D | Ricky | For his great attitude and positive approach to school activities. | 3D | Taylah Cruze | Your effort and enthusiasm during Guided Reading group discussions. Following instructions and staying on task to create an amazing bucket filler display. |
| 2A | Apsara | For an excellent response to the book Flood by Jackie French. | 3E | Samuel | For his continued fantastic behaviour in our class throughout the week. |
| 2B | Charlotte | For being a kind and respectful student by showing our school values. | 3F | Cassie | For demonstrating her excellent basketball skills in our Sport session. |
| 2C | Eliana | For consistently being a bucket filler in 2C and uplifting those around her. | 4A | Immanuel Jayden | For terrific improvement in his spelling. Great Work! For creating an outstanding explanation text about the First Fleet. |
| 2D | Connor | For writing some amazing bucket filling messages to uplift his peers. | 4B | Hudson | For showing a growth mindset when attempting problem solving tasks in maths. |
| 5A | Scarlett | For being a kind and supportive member of 5A who is always willing to help others out. | 4C | Keira | For her improved attitude towards school, keep up the good work! |
| 5C | Paige | For being a kind and supportive friend. | 4D | Rowina | Putting a fantastic effort into writing a text about The First Fleet. |
| 5D | Emily Devine | For always trying her best to improve her work. For consistently showing a growth mindset and having a go at everything. | 4E | Emily | For always being a supportive and positive member of the class. |
| 5E | Rose Prosonno | For working well independently and always striving to do her best. For being a kind and positive member of the class. | 6A | Liam | For his improved focus in applying himself to his learning. |
| PArts | Don 6E Nidish 6E | Composing great 12 bar blues on Ipads. | 6E | Harleen | For confidently sharing her knowledge on World War 2. |
SWPBS BADGE EARNERS
Each day, MSPS students work their way up the learning ladder through following our school values, showing Respect, Kindness, and striving to do their best every day. When they reach the top they are recorded with an Outstanding day on their token acknowledgment chart. When a student reaches a significant milestone of Outstanding days, they earn a badge, here is where we celebrate students who have worked hard to achieve their milestone badges.
| Name, Grade (P,1) | Name, Grade (2,3,4) | Name, Grade (5,6) | |
| 10 SWPBS | Ezee 4E Makaylah 4A Rachel 4A Sommer 4A Gabriel 2A Isaac 2A Mehakinder 2A Gabriel 2A Nasha 2A Rowan 2A Sudhiksha 2A Sukhmani 2A Jai 2A Caden 2A Zac 2A Ari 2A Henry 2A Apsara 2A Yvonne 2A Ngun 2A Stijn 2A Tahlia 2A Ali 2A Aahana 2A Anaya 2C Zaide 2C Dominik 2C Dhruvaa 2C Joy 2C Ansharah 2C Sahib 2C Bilal 2C Fano 2C Eliana 2C Kelly 2C Ella -Rose 2C Nityansh 2C Jebin 2C Awad 2C Angel 2C Devan 2C Sara 2C Lavin 2C Charlie 2C | Emma 5D Devine 5D Bella 5D Ashvik 5A Hayden 5C Ashwini 5C Sajida 5C Mason 5C Dylan 5C | |
| 25 SWPBS | Hudson 4B Tamara 4E Mackenzie 2A Lolakeiti 2A Ava 2A Anaya 2C Eliza 2D Eradi 4A Ruby 4A Dominic 4A Blake 4A Jivtesh 4A Jayden 4A Esther 4A Donte 4A Madison 4A Ansel 4A Immanuel 4A | Jett 5D Lucas 5D Dior 5D Brax 5D Nina 5D Josh 5D Mason. S 5D Liliie 5D Vaai 5D Emily 5D Jennifer 5C Paige 5C Rithika 5C Jason 5C | |
| 50 SWPBS | Jack 4B Japleen 4B Danielle 2D | Guronkar 5A Lucas 5A |
GRADE 6 PEER LEADERSHIP BADGES
In order to achieve a peer leader badge, the grade 6 students must complete a minimum of 35 days of home reading, and at least 3 of the following requirements.
*5 weeks of homework
*full school uniform
*Student of the Week Award
*Consistently following the school values in the classroom and in the yard.
*95% Attendance
UNCLAIMED BIKE AT THE OFFICE
We are seeking the owner of a bike that was located in the school bike shed. Please claim before the end of week 1 in term 3 after which it will be rehomed.
Grade 6 Camp Valley Homestead Ovens
The grade 6 students cooking their morning tea on the campfire
Thank you to our dedicated staff for giving up their 3 days to go with the students. No camp can take place without this support. Well done.