Issue 7 - 24th May 2012 - Sacred Heart Primary School

Educating for Life
SACRED HEART PRIMARY SCHOOL
Issue No 7 NEWSLETTER 24 May 2012
‘Thinking to Learn
Learning to Think’
Camp Australia OSHC 0401188896
Parish Administrator – Fr John Magri - Ph. 9568 1206
Principal – Mrs Maree Ryan
2 Mora Avenue Oakleigh 3166
Telephone 8574 4500
Fax 8574 4555
website: www.shoakleigh.catholic.edu.au
Email office@shoakleigh.catholic.edu.au
To the many parents and children who offered their sympathy and prayers when mum died earlier this month,
please accept my thanks. I was blest to have her in my life for so long and she will leave her strong sense of
values imprinted on the minds of many especially her children, grand-children and great grandchildren. Over
the last six months her health declined greatly and although she did not like losing her independence and her
active lifestyle, we were able to give her wish to remain at home and be cared for by her family. Although I will
miss her friendship, love and wisdom very much, she was well prepared to meet her God .
Special thanks to Jan Morice, who has stepped up so capably on many occasions to support me to allow me to
assist the family in caring for mum. I also thank the staff for their support to me and to Jan over this time.
It is a pleasure to work with such a competent and caring group of people.
Thank you, dear Lord, for the gift of motherhood. Please help us always to appreciate the importance of
being a mother. Amen
The 2011 Annual Report to the School Community will soon be on the school website – hard
copies are available at the School Office to borrow if you wish.
Subway Lunch Orders—
If orders are not in on this Friday May 25 th it will be too late to place an order.
Reading Challenge Helpers: Please refer to last week’s Newsletter as we need some more
assistance. Please complete the form or see Mr. Travis Demarte.
Enrolments for 2013
Enrolments close June 30 th so if you have a child who is eligible to enrol or know others who may
wish to enrol a child at the school, please do so as soon as possible. Enrolment packages are
available at the school office or on the school website.
We had a very good attendance at Open Day and the School Tours have been well attended. There
are 2 more school tours on Wednesday May 30 th and Thursday June 7 th . Please confirm attendance
at the tour with Carmel in the school office 8574 4500.
Mothers’ Day Breakfast
Mothers’ Day Breakfast was a huge success thanks to Errol De Zilwa and his fellow chef who led the
band of dads to provide a scrumptious breakfast for the mums. Providing a rose for the mums added
lovely touch to the occasion. Thanks to the mums who organised the set up and dads who gave of
their time to look after the mums and provide the breakfast for them and their children.
Special thanks to Pina Tsouparidis’s brother who kindly donated the Mothers’ Day Package which
was won by Jacqui Thomson at the Mothers’ Day Breakfast.
What is happening around the school:
Paraliturgies
Parents will be invited to share in the class Paraliturgies which will be conducted throughout the year
in their classes or adjoining areas. The students and teachers plan these as part of the Unit of work
for Religious Education and would like the parents to see what is happening in Religious Education in

the various levels. The first one was on Wednesday this week and I was very touched by the
reverence and spirituality of the session which was prepared completely by the students of 5 / 6 B
under the guidance of Ms Balaskas.
OLSEL Oral Language Program is attended by all Prep to -2 staff. This program is run by Dr John
Munro from Melbourne University in conjunction with Catholic Education Office and they will need
to attend 5 days over Term 1 & Term 2 + assignments & projects
Level 3 & 4 teachers are still involved in the Literacy Assessment Project which is also run by
Melbourne University in conjunction with Catholic Education Office,. They are involved in research &
Data
I C T mentor Anthony Houlihan working with 5/6classes and teachers this term.
Parent Teacher Student Meetings went well but we did not have all families take up this
opportunity to meet with the teacher to discuss their child;s progress
30 New laptops have been purchased for Level 3 (Yrs 3&4)
Level 3&4 children have been involved in the school Cross Country in House Teams and a selected
group of 60 will now compete in the Zone Level on Friday
Excursions
Level 1 Werribee Zoo
Level 2 IMAX
Level 4 Overnight stay in Melbourne Market, Parliament House , Shrine
SCHOOL CYCLIC REVIEW PROCESS
All staff have been working diligently looking at data that parents, students and staff have completed
over the last 4 years and the student academic results to evaluate the achievements and positive
aspects of the school and the challenges that lay ahead to produce the best possible learning outcomes
for our students.
Dates pre Review Visit June 7 th
June 20 th Day 1 Interviews: Parents, Students, Staff
June 22 nd Day 2 panel Feedback & setting School Improvement Plan for the next 4 years
SCHOOL MUSIC PROGRAM
Those attending the music lessons in the portable classroom in the junior area are to enter via
the double gates to the Mora Avenue yard and NOT through the glass doors which interrupts the
After School Care program and causes legal issues for them. .
Children are NOT to be left unattended between school dismissal and lessons that do not
immediately follow 3:20.
Thank you
How to enrol in the Music Program
Learn keyboard, guitar, violin, here at Sacred Heart Primary School, Oakleigh
Come and join in the fun of learning to play keyboard, guitar, violin, here at the school. Creative Music
for Schools conducts a School Music Program of small group classes here at school each week. We
aim to give children an excellent grounding in music. Children will learn to read music and play their
chosen instrument. Tuition costs from $14.00 per lesson and enrolments are now being accepted for
limited places in term 2. Interested parents should call Samantha during office hours on 9818 2333 for
more information.
You can also access our web page at www.creativemusic.com.au
Kind Regards
Maree Ryan

Empower children and young people to be safe online.
Cybersmart Outreach will be at Sacred Heart on the 21st of June.
They will be running three sessions beginning with grades 3-6 in the afternoon followed by
a session for staff after school.
Cybersmart Outreach Program
at Sacred Heart Primary School on
the 21 st of June at 6:30pm
Cybersmart is a national cybersafety and cybersecurity education program managed
by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA). The program is
specifically designed to meet the needs of its target audiences of children, young
people, parents and teachers. Cybersmart aims to:
Inform children, young people, parents and teachers about cybersafety
issues
Educate audiences through information, resources and practical advice
Empower children and young people to be safe online.
Cybersmart Outreach will be at Sacred Heart on the 21 st of June.
They will be running three sessions beginning with grades 3-6 in the afternoon
followed by a session for staff after school.
The evening session is tailored specifically for parents who want to know more
about:
What is cyberbullying, what are the warning signs and how can you help if
your child is being cyberbullied
How to help your child interact more safely on social networking websites.
When is your child spending too much time on the internet
Mobile phones can provide access to the internet 24 hours a day, what are
the risks
Yes I/we are attending the ACMA information night
on the 21 st of June 2012 at 6:30pm.
Name:__________________________________
Number of adults attending:___________________

Woolworths Earn & Learn 2012
We are excited to be taking part in the 2012 Woolworths Earn & Learn program. Last year,
we were able to purchase some great resources with the points we earned, thanks to you.
From Wednesday 9th May until July 1st 2012, you can collect stickers at Woolworths that go
towards Earn & Learn points. For every $10 you spend at Woolworths (excluding the
purchase of tobacco, liquor and gift cards), you will receive a sticker. These stickers can then
be given to your children to collect on a special sticker card. Once it is completed, they can
simply bring it back here to school or you can drop them into your local Woolworths
collection box at the front of the store. The more points we earn, the more we can redeem
from a choice of over 7,000 educational resources including mathematics and English
resources, art & crafts materials and much, much more! We are grateful for your support
and look forward to a successful program. If you have any questions, please ask at School.
Sticker cards will be sent home to each family and you may collect more from the office or
Woolworths when you need them. Please place filled cards in box in school office foyer.
REMINDER – SUBWAY 4 JUNE - IF YOU STILL WISH TO ORDER PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR ORDER IS IN
BY TOMORROW – NO MORE ORDERS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER FRIDAY MAY 25.
TAKE HOME A BIG BROTHER OR BIG SISTER
BY HOSTING A SHORT TERM EXCHANGE STUDENT.
Give your children the wonderful opportunity to have an international big brother or big sister by
hosting one of our exceptional international students arriving in Australia in July 2012 for a short
term of only 3 months. Our international students from France, Germany, Italy, Austria Denmark,
Norway, Finland and Sweden will live as a local, attend a local secondary school, arrive with their
own spending money and comprehensive insurance cover – all arranged by Southern Cross Cultural
Exchange. Visit us at www.scce.com.au, email scceaust@scce.com.au or call us toll free on 1800 500
501, request our little booklets of international student profiles, and capture the spirit of family and
friendship!
MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER WEEKEND
We all do things to enhance our lives; Fitness programs and diets to improve our health ;
Professional Development programs to improve our job skills. We offer you an opportunity for
married couples to give a wonderful gift to your children by enhancing your marriage through a
Marriage Encounter weekend. We invite you to invest in your most precious asset, your marriage.
Please join us in 2012. Take a look at our website on www.wwme.org.au
Our weekends in 2012 are: 15-17 June (Anglesea), 10-12 August and 12-14 October (Melbourne).
For further information and bookings contact Marianne & Marcel Van den Bronk
(03)9733 0997 or Email vicbookings@wwme.org.au

OSHC AT SACRED HEART
We Make Kids Smile
Contact Us
OSHC Direct: 0401 188 896
Head Office: 1300 105 343
Hours of Operation
Before School Care: 7:00 – 8:30
After School Care: 3:20 – 6:00pm
OSHC News:
The last day of Term 2 is Friday the 29 th of June. OSHC will be open from 1pm when school
finishes. Please note extra fees apply.
Winter Holiday Clubs are online and open for bookings, so make sure you book early to
avoid the late fees! http://www.campaustralia.com.au/parents/holiday-club-finder.aspx
Well done to all our Thursday ‘Team Challenge’ participants. The scores are close with some
more interesting challenges to be held over the next 6 weeks. Stay tuned for score updates.
Bookings Process.
How to get started before using our programs register online for an account. Registering
is quick and easy. Visit our website to begin www.campaustralia.com.au
Once registered you can make bookings and cancellations, view your statements and
manage your details anytime of the day online.
Save on Care You can save 50% or more on Before and After School Care fees with the
non-means tested Child Care Rebate. Almost all families are eligible. To find out more call
our Customer Service Team on 1300 105 343 Monday to Friday.
Term 2- Activity Highlights
Monday- Kick to Kick Tuesday- Cooking Club Wednesday-Ball Games
Thursday-Team Challenges Friday- Sports Drill Arts & Craft everyday

It’s back!!!!!!
Pencil this date
into your diaries
SATURDAY
16 JUNE
2012
Great Variety of outlets
Olga Berg
Wittner
Bonds
Mooks, Stussy
Nike
NATIO
Kitchen & Giftware
Superchef Cookware
Christmas Cave
Toy Networx
INVITATION TO
FOLLOW AND
MONEY TO BE
PAID
ALL ABOARD, bring along your
friends, sisters, mums,
hubbies ……………..
Keep this date FREEEEEEE
Join us on
SATURDAY
16 JUNE
Shopping Tour
(Elite “Supreme Deluxe)
Pick up 7:30 am
Sacred Heart Primary School
APPROX. $50 per head (incl,
Restaurant lunch, morning & afternoon
tea)
PLEASE TEXT YOUR NAME
& NO. OF PEOPLE
ATTENDING TO MARIA
0407480250
By 11/06/2012
To Carmel in Office
Adults only event
Fundraiser for school

The role of a “Lollipop” person is important to our
community and we need dedicated, reliable people to join
our team.
If you are interested and can commit to Monday to Friday,
8am – 9am and 3pm – 4pm in an ongoing role,
then please call us now.
Crossings are available in the Monash, Stonnington and
Boroondara districts.
Thankyou
Chandler Macleod Workforce
Ashleigh Rea – 1300 40 40 49
745 Springvale Road, Mulgrave
03 8561 8833
COLLECT FLYER FROM SCHOOL OFFICE for more information
Soccer Holiday Clinic – Oakleigh Recreation Centre 2 July to 5 July
9.00am to 4.00pm
Michael Carr-Gregg
The Importance of Play
Glen Eira Town Hall Auditorium
Wednesday 13 June 2012 at 7.30pm.
Book online at www.trybooking.com/BHUO

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION 2012
Level / Title Understandings Home Activities
Level 2
Easter
On Easter Sunday Christians
celebrate Jesus Christ being alive
in a new way.
After his resurrection, Jesus
Christ appeared to his disciples
on the road to Emmaus.
The Ascension celebrates Jesus
Christ’s return to the Father.
At Pentecost the disciples were
filled with the Holy Spirit, the Spirit
of Jesus.
Help your children to make tongues of
fire for each member of the family.
On the back of each one write the
names of all family members as well as
a positive word that describes them.
Place these somewhere special in your
home.
Level 3
Initiation – Baptism,
the Eucharist and
Confirmation
Through Baptism, Confirmation
and the Eucharist Christians are
initiated into the Catholic Church.
In Baptism Christians are
welcomed into a new life in the
Church. In Confirmation they are
strengthened to be a sign of
Jesus Christ’s Holy Spirit in the
world today. Through the
Eucharist Christians are
nourished to live as Jesus Christ
did and are united as one people.
Bread is a staple food that keeps
people alive and wine is a festive
drink that helps people celebrates
together.
Prepare a journal of your journey
through the Eucharist
Achievers - Congratulations to Talia 3/4M .
Talia raced at Shepparton on the weekend and came 3rd place.
Talia from 3/4M - 3rd place BMX Central GV Classic in Shepparton.

DATES TO REMEMBER MAY/JUNE
Wednesday 30 th
Friday 25 th Mass: PREP A 9.00am
Sat 26 th &Sun 27 th Enrolment for the Sacrament of Reconciliation Please note
Sunday May 27 th EUCHARIST 11:30AM & 2:30PM
WEEK 7
Yr 5/ 6 Melbourne Overnight Excursion
Monday 28 th
Tuesday 29 th Yr 5/ 6 Melbourne Excursion
Paraliturgy: 5 / 6 N
SCHOOL TOURS 9:00
JUNE
Friday 1 st Mass:Level 3 classes
Eucharist Assembly (Changed from Monday as 5 / 6 on Camp)
Sat 2 nd & Sun 3 rd Enrolment for the Sacrament of Reconciliation
WEEK 8
Monday 4 th Subway
Tuesday 5 th Reconciliation Parent Information Night @7:30 @ COHR
Wednesday 6 th Paraliturgy: 5 /6 D
Thursday 7 th NEWSLETTER
SCHOOL TOURS 9:00
Pre Review Visit and VRQA Validation Stephanie Eynon
Friday 8 th Mass: 1 / 2 F
WEEK 9
Collecting Food this week for the Poor Persons’ Mass on Friday
Monday 11 th PUBLIC HOLIDAY
Thursday 14 th Paraliturgy: Prep A
P A Meeting
Friday 15 th Mass: 9.00am Feast of Sacred Heart Non Perishable food donated
Saturday 16 th Parent Shopping Tour
WEEK 10
Monday 18 th
Wednesday 20 th
Thursday 21 st
Friday 22 nd
WEEK 11
Monday 25 th
Wednesday 27 th
Thursday 28 th
Friday 29 th
Oral Language OLSEL All P-2 staff attend PD
Review Team in this week --
Day 1 School Review Panel
NEWSLETTER
Paraliturgy: Prep G
Cyber Safety P D for Students, Staff &
Parents Information Session
Day 2 School Review Panel
Mass: 1/ 2 D
Kids’ Movie Night
Assembly:3 / 4 D Richard Galbraith Cartoonist – Whole School
Education Board Meeting 7:30pm
Assessment & Reporting Folder go Home W/ Reports
Sausage Sizzle
Students finish at 1pm
TERM 2 ENDS