FROGMORE CAMPUS NEWS CAMERON LANCASTER MENTONE MESSENGER HEAD OF FROGMORE WHAT S ON ISSUE NO 28 - TERM 4 23 NOVEMBER 2018

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1 MENTONE MESSENGER FROGMORE CAMPUS NEWS CAMERON LANCASTER HEAD OF FROGMORE ISSUE NO 28 - TERM 4 23 NOVEMBER 2018 Frogmore students have concluded their Semester 2 Examinations and I commend our students for the manner in which they have undertaken these end of year assessments. In addition to providing students with an opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned throughout the second semester, these exams also provided our students with further opportunities to practise and develop those study habits and routines that will serve them well when the time comes to complete their Year 12 VCE Exams next year or in Please note that there are no scheduled classes on Monday 26 November or Tuesday 27 November. Frogmore students will undertake a Transition Day on Wednesday 28 November in preparation for our 2019 Changeover commencing on Thursday 29 November. Frogmore Transition Day and Changeover: 28 November - 12 December. Once exams have drawn to a close, our students will enjoy a few days respite before returning to School on Wednesday 28 November for their Transition Day, ahead of our Changeover to a full program of 2019 academic classes. To assist with planning, an excerpt of information that has been distributed to parents via is included here for further reference: Transition Day Wednesday 28 November 8.30am All Frogmore students (2019) to move to their House venues for roll call and daily notices. Frogmore students will have their School photo taken on this day so should attend in full summer uniform (including blazer). Students appearance should be in keeping with uniform, hair and jewellery expectations which can be found on pages of the School diary. Any students who fail to meet these expectations will not have their photo taken on this day. Parents will be able to order photos during Term 1, 2019 and further information regarding this will follow. WHAT S ON Monday 26 November No scheduled classes Tuesday 27 November No scheduled classes Wednesday 28 November Frogmore Transition Day Year 12 Conference Day Units 3/4 Information Evening Mentone Stories: Michele Chevalley Hedge Food, Mind & Brain Power Thursday 29 November Changeover 2019 commences Monday 3 December Changeover 2019 continues Wednesday 5 December Awards Celebration Evening Thursday 6 December House Swimming Carnival Wednesday 12 December End of Term 4 Carol Service St Pauls Cathedral 7pm 2018 CHRISTMAS LUNCH TIS THE SEASON FOR JINGLING AND MINGLING Students will be allocated a School locker and are encouraged to bring books and equipment as best suits ahead of their first lessons on Thursday. All students must bring a lock for their Frogmore locker and, in the case of a keyed lock, it is strongly advised that they provide their House Coordinator with a spare key. Students should receive their timetable for 2019 on this day also. Years 10 & 11 (2019) 9am Year 10 & 11 (2019) students to move to the Frogmore Gym for an Assembly. Following this, students will participate in a rotation of activities and meetings with their Mentor where their exams will be handed back and goal setting and planning will be discussed for WIN 50% OFF ONE SEMESTER S TUITION FEES! Are you a Year 12 parent? Or don t have students at Mentone Grammar? No worries. You will receive a Beaumaris Travel Voucher to the same value. To enter, simply purchase your ticket to this year s event and you re automatically in the draw. The Mentone Grammar Parents & Friends Association warmly invites you to join them for the Annual 2018 Christmas Lunch. FRIDAY 7 DECEMBER FROM 12 NOON 3PM FROGMORE SPORTS CENTRE $80 per person includes a delicious 2 course meal & beverages Bookings: Book a table of 10 (max) and nominate a table captain or nominate a year level to sit with. For more information contact Jacquie on or pandf@mentonegrammar.net

2 Year 12 (2019) 2.30pm Year 10 (2019) students who are required to meet with specific staff will be notified. All other students to be dismissed. 3pm Year 11 (2019) students who are required to meet with specific staff or attend the Units 3/4 information session will be notified. All other students to be dismissed. 9am Year 12 Conference commences (Thorold Theatre) 3.30pm Year 12 Conference concludes (Thorold Theatre) *Please note students will be provided with morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea 6pm Units 3/4 Information Evening (Parents only) Mentone Stories to follow from 7pm for those who are interested. Our Parents & Friends Association warmly invite Frogmore Parents and Guardians to the Parent Welcome Morning Tea taking place on Wednesday 28 November at 8.45am in the Professional Learning Lounge (parallel to the Frogmore Oval). You will have the chance to meet other parents in your child s year level and if you are new to our Community, hear some handy hints from current parents. Frogmore Changeover Thursday 29 November Wednesday 12 December Timetabled classes will run throughout our 2019 Changeover program. Please note that Thursday 29 November is Day 4 on the timetable. Key Events Thursday 29 November (Day 4) Frogmore Changeover commences timetabled lessons Periods 1 6. Students should ensure they have all relevant books and equipment for timetabled classes. If students have not yet purchased books, then please ensure you attend with writing materials and a notebook. Wednesday 5 December House Sport (1 3.38pm) 7pm Mentone Grammar Awards Celebration Evening (Years ) in Frogmore Gym. Attendance is compulsory for students in Years 9 and 11 (2018). Students to attend in full summer uniform. Thursday 6 December House Swimming (Years 8 12, 2019) (all day) Wednesday 12 December 12.30pm Final Assembly 1.45pm Clean up and End of Term 7pm Carols Service at St Paul s Cathedral. Attendance is compulsory for students in Year 10 (2018). Students to attend in full summer uniform. If you have any queries please do not hesitate to contact Ms Rebecca Russell (Frogmore Campus PA) or rebeccar@ mentonegrammar.net. SUBJECT CHANGES The completion of exams is often a time where students review their progress and establish new gaols for the year ahead. It is also a time where some students reflect on their subject choices and look to make a change. If students are looking to make a change in their subject selections for 2019 they must complete the Change of Subject Form prior to the end of the day on Wednesday 12 December: To access the form, students will need to login to the LMS, access their news feed and select the Change of Subject Form link listed in the notification (as shown below). Subject change requests will then be processed as quickly as possible. We would ask that students ensure they have spoken with relevant staff, including subject teachers and our Careers Counsellors, regarding any proposed subject change as there may be ramifications regarding future pathways, including requirements for entry into tertiary study. Please also note that while we will endeavour to approve changes for students there will be circumstances in which changes are not possible into preferred subjects due to current class sizes or timetable constraints.

3 Should there be any questions or queries regarding this process or possible subject changes then please contact our Teaching and Learning Office to discuss. AWARDS EVENING 2018 On Wednesday 5 December parents and students from Years 5-11 (2018) are invited to attend the Mentone Grammar Awards Night. While all students and their parents are most welcome to join us as we recognise the many academic and cocurricular achievements of our Year 5-11 students, and enjoy performances from our talented musical ensembles, please note that attendance at this evening is compulsory for all of our Year 11 (2018) students. Please note that all students attending must wear full summer uniform. Date: Wednesday 5 December Time: 7pm 8.30pm Venue: Frogmore Gym (Como Parade) Parking: parking available on Frogmore Oval and school car parks We look forward to celebrating our students successes with you. CAROLS SERVICE The annual Service of Lessons and Carols will again be held at St Paul s Cathedral in Melbourne, commencing at 7pm on Wednesday 12 December. While all members of the School Community are most welcome to attend, please note that attendance is compulsory for all members of Year 10 (2018). The Carols Service is an important event in the life of the School and it is a wonderful family occasion. I strongly encourage families to attend and I look forward to seeing you on this special occasion. SPORT A reminder that AGSV Summer Sport continues for our First teams on Saturday 24 November. Game times, venues and bus information will be available via the LMS throughout the season and all students and families are encouraged to check the LMS on Thursday or Friday of each week and ensure they have noted the details regarding that weekend s matches. Please note that any alterations to game times or venues, and information in regards to extreme/inclement weather, or can be found on the Mentone Grammar sport twitter Transportation is provided for most away matches with all buses departing from the flagpole on Venice Street - near the cricket nets on Frogmore Oval. No transport is provided for home games (incl. Keysborough). Should you have any questions regarding sport then please address those to Mr Bainbridge: spb@mentonegrammar.net COLLECTION FOR PNG If you have any Secondhand Clothes in good condition, Boots, Runners, Shoes, Sheets, Towels, Pillow Cases that you would like to donate to villagers in PNG, please drop them off at any of the School Reception areas - attention to Michael Prabaharan, prior to 5 December. Thank you. Many thanks Mr P BROTHERHOOD OF ST LAURENCE CHRISTMAS TOY SHOP As we approach the festive season, please help us give children in need a happy Christmas by donating new toys, books etc. How you can help? Help us help families in need at Christmas by donating to the Brotherhood of St Laurence Toy Shop. Everyone likes to open a gift with a toy, book, game or electronic game at Christmas. Drop your donated item off in our Christmas Box at the Frogmore Office or via House Roll Call. Please remember your donations need to be for children 0-16 years and not Christmas wrapped (so parents can select the right gift for their child). Please donate all your gifts by Friday 7 December so they can be in time for Christmas. Help put a smile on someone s face this Christmas! The Brotherhood of St Laurence Toy Shop will assist more than 300 families to select a gift for their child at Christmas. Thank You! Social Service Team

4 2018 CHRISTMAS LUNCH TIS THE SEASON FOR JINGLING AND MINGLING The Mentone Grammar Parents & Friends Association warmly invites you to join them for the Annual 2018 Christmas Lunch. WIN 50% OFF ONE SEMESTER S TUITION FEES! Are you a Year 12 parent? Or don t have students at Mentone Grammar? No worries. You will receive a Beaumaris Travel Voucher to the same value. To enter, simply purchase your ticket to this year s event and you re automatically in the draw. FRIDAY 7 DECEMBER FROM 12 NOON 3PM FROGMORE SPORTS CENTRE $80 per person includes a delicious 2 course meal & beverages Bookings: Book a table of 10 (max) and nominate a table captain or nominate a year level to sit with. For more information contact Jacquie on or pandf@mentonegrammar.net

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