NEWSLETTER. 20th September, 2018 SCHOOL FINISHES ON FRIDAY AT 2.30PM

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1 NEWSLETTER 20th September, 2018 Siena Catholic Primary School 150 Eleanor Drive, Lucas Vic 3350 PO Box 4213, Alfredton Vic 3350 Phone: Web: Dear Parents, SCHOOL FINISHES ON FRIDAY AT 2.30PM Wow! It s the end of term already. That went very quickly, and no doubt term 4 will be just the same. Next term we have lots to look forward to, including: Our first Art show A Book Fair Our Walkathon, and Il Palio horse race Our swimming program A whole school excursion Cricket tournaments for senior students A whole school photo Community meetings to launch our Vision statement & name our buildings Transition visits for next year s Foundation students Orientation Day Christmas celebrations Year 6 graduation I hope everyone enjoys a relaxing holiday so they can recharge their batteries for a busy term ahead. Kind regards, Jo Brewer PJ DAY- VINNIES WINTER APPEAL On Friday 21st September (Last day of Term 3) we invite all students to wear their pyjamas in support of the Vinnies Winter Appeal. We also ask for any donations of non perishable food and blankets. There is a basket in your child s classroom where donations can be placed. Thank you for your support. Any queries, please contact Miss Brennan dbrennan@slucas.catholic.edu.au

2 DATES TO REMEMBER Please remember to check our website calendar for any updates/changes Term 3 September 17 & 20 Senior students run footy clinics for YMCA Kinder kids September 21 END OF TERM and PJ day for Vinnies winter appeal 2.30pm dismissal September 29 Collingwood win the Grand Final!! Term 4 October 9 Community Dialogue Meeting 7-8pm October Book Fair at Siena October 31 Melbourne Zoo Excursion (Whole School) November Parent Information Session 6pm Community Dialogue meeting 7-8pm November Prep Transition November Swimming Siena Art show November Prep Transition 2019 Parent Information Session 9.30am November Prep Transition December Prep Transition (Whole School) December 14 Last Day of School for Siena students December Maths testing appointments for all students returning in 2019 SCHOOL UNIFORM PURCHASES NEW LOCATION PSW would like to announce that they are relocating into a new and dedicated retail outlet. The store will be open on October 1st ready for the 2018/2019 Back-To-School rush. The new location is 1013 Howitt Street, Wendouree Regular trading hours are: Monday to Friday - 9am to 5pm and Saturday 10am - 1pm NAPLAN Test results for students in Years 3 and 5 are available from classroom teachers. Please see your child s teacher if you d like to collect their results.

3 BOOK FAIR!! We are having another Book Fair at Siena in week 2 of Term 4 (October 16,17,18). This fair is from Lamont Books - so it will be a different collection of books for sale from the previous fair. Once again, EFTPOS will be available (and preferred) and lots of bargain books will be available for sale. This is a great opportunity to pick up books for Christmas gifts!! I ll be needing some parent helpers - so if you might be available please let me know. Thanks, Colleen Bilston

4 WEEKLY STUDENT AWARDS Each week teachers award Siena students who are Safe, Responsible and Respectful learners. We celebrate those who display our school values of Love, Courage, Learning and Harmony. Well done to all the students who received a classroom award this week. St Patrick s College 2020 Year 7 Information Evening When: Wednesday October 17, 2018 Where: College Chapel 1431 Sturt Street, Ballarat Time: Commences at 7.30pm All families are invited to attend the 2020 Year 7 Information evening to hear from the Headmaster, Mr John Crowley and Director of Junior School, Mr John Richards on the fantastic educational experiences awaiting your son at St Patrick s College. The evening will be followed by a College Tour as well as Supper and Question time with Teaching staff. Please register for this event at the following link for your attendance: This is a very informative evening and will benefit all families seeking a Catholic education for their son. For further enquiries please contact the Registrar, Kathryn Mundy at kmundy@stpats.vic.ed.au

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