7th November 2019

From the Principal

PRINCIPAL FOR A DAY

On Monday the 28th October, Mr Tony Luo from the Victorian Planning

Authority, visited our school to assume the role of Principal for a Day.

This wonderful program offers a first-hand experience of a “day in the life” of

a Victorian School Principal and provides mutual benefits for schools and our

business/community leaders.

We were very excited to welcome Mr Tony Luo to KPS who looked forward to exchanging ideas, visiting classes, talking

to students and parents and taking part in normal day to day activities. I am sure that the day gave him a unique

insight into the learning environment at our school.

The Principal for a Day program aims to:

Increase understanding and awareness between school, business and the wider community

Promote the great work that schools do

Provide business and community leaders with first hand and current experiences at schools

Enable school principals to develop ongoing relationships with leaders from other spheres

Increase opportunities for schools and the community to work together in mutually beneficial ways

Over the course of the day, Mr Luo visited most areas within the

school, met with students leaders and facilitated a presentation to

the Year 5 level around the local Precinct Structure Plan (PSP).

Students were given the opportunity to consider changes they would

like in the suburb where they live and asked to develop a vision for

the future.

Tony concluded the session by asking the students for some key

ideas that would help make this suburb meet that vision. He

wondered what changes they might make to improve the area.

A cycling ground, better play equipment, renewable energy and a new park were just some of the many ideas discussed.

KEYSBOROUGH PRIMARY SCHOOL

2019 NEWSLETTER Address: 33 Coomoora Road Springvale South 3172 Principal: Leanne Armao Phone: 9798 4764 Assistant Principals: Chris Baker and Christopher Williams Fax: 9798 3413 Email: keysborough.ps@edumail.vic.gov.au

Future Making for Every Student

DIWALI

Diwali is the famed festival of lights, which originated in India thousands of years ago. More than one billion people

are estimated to celebrate the festival every year with startling shows and camera displays lighting up the streets.

Several religions observe the festival, including Sikhs, Hindus Jains and sometimes Buddhists. Diwali commenced on

Sunday 27th of October and runs for a period of five consecutive days.

Day 1 Dhanteras – the day of fortune

Lakshmi, goddess of general wellbeing and prosperity, are worshipped.

Money is ceremonially purified by washing it in milk, to symbolise the renewal of good intentions towards it and the motivation to use it to benefit family and the greater good. It is also a time for sharing wealth with those one considers deserving and to replace feelings of greed with generosity.

This spiritual reinvigoration makes it an auspicious day for buying gold and silver, often jewellery, so this day is also a major shopping day.

Day 2 Naraka Chaturdasi – the day of knowledge

This day is related to the traditional story of Lord Krishna slaying the demon Narakasura and rescuing 16,000 captive princesses.

As the princesses' chastity could be called into question, Lord Krishna married them all to take care of his people and offer them protection. Rice is used to make rangoli patterns on or before the day.

Day 3 Diwali – the day of light

Fireworks are lit to mark the high point of the festival. It is the last day of the Hindu year in many regions, when businesses close old accounts.

On this day, Lord Rama rescued his wife from the demon Ravana after an epic battle. When he returned home, his people lit up his path home so he could find his way in the dark.

Today, candles are lit to show the triumph of good over evil and homecoming. Gujarati Indians among others also light lamps in their windows to welcome Lakshmi into the home.

Day 4 Annakut – New Year

Food is piled up at Hindu temples as an offering to Krishna in the festival of Govardhan Puja. The mountain of food is symbolic of Govardhan Hill.

In this traditional story, Krishna lifted the hill to shelter villagers from a flood caused by the vengeful Indra, King of Heaven. As it was with Indra, Hindus learn to be humble in the face of the divine.

Day 5 Bhai Duj – day of love between siblings

Brothers commonly give their sisters gifts on Bhai Duj.This was traditionally one of the few days when brothers could visit their married sisters' homes, to ensure they were being well cared for.

Much of the traditional gift-giving during Diwali is from men to women. This is to show them respect and offer them protection.

To all of our families here at KPS – we wish you a happy Diwali.

DAY FOR DANIEL COLOUR RUN

Last Friday 1st November 2019 we held the Day for

Daniel Colour Run on the oval and it was absolutely the

most fun I have had in a long time.

The weather was perfect and friends and families came

out to support our wonderful students as they

completed laps around the oval in support of the Daniel

Morcombe Foundation who educate both individuals

and communities on safety strategies for children.

Through our Day for Daniel Colour Fun Run, we hope to

raise funds to support the Foundation in their mission to

make Australia a safer place for all children.

During the afternoon, participating students could

either opt to run on a colour free track, a coloured

powder track or a coloured paint track.

Having crossed the finish line, they were sprayed with all the colours of the rainbow in

paints or powders that the manufacturers assure us will wash out of their clothes.

Coming just one day after the final day of Diwali, it reminded me of the Indian custom of celebrating “Holi” and the

festival of joy and colours.

A fantastic afternoon was had by all, teachers and students alike.

Families and friends turned out to watch the event as the children

ran for Daniel.

First they were splashed with water in order to make the paint or

powder stick a little better and then as they moved around the

course, our teachers sprayed them every chance they got. As you

can see, our teachers did not stop there.

They joined in the spirit of the occasion and sprayed each other at every

opportunity. It’s lovely to see the whole school community come together in such

a fun way whilst still raising much needed funds for such a worthwhile foundation.

Total funds raised were in excess of $2500.00.

A big thank you to Oliver in 2A who was our biggest fund raiser on the day.

Well done everyone!

Have a wonderful weekend.

Leanne Armao. Principal

VIRTUES AWARD Honesty

Prep B Bilal Prep C Wilson Prep D Austin 1A Anna 1B Elisa 1C Suhan 1D Kevin 2A Kayla 2B Jet 2C Zenab 3A Andrea 3B Manad 3C Ethan 4A Conrud 4B Theo 4C All of 4C 5A Riley 5B Mandy

5C Anthony 6A Ryan 6B Ariyah 6C Julia

Engage With Asia - Jaslin 4C Arts - Sonita PE - Amelia 6C DigiTech - Jamie 2B

Principal’s Award – Zane 2A

Congratulations to all our Virtues Award achievers this week. You are practising Honesty when you:

can be trusted to keep your word. You

don’t have to impress others. You accept yourself. You tell the truth,

kindly and tactfully.

2020 Enrolments

Starting school for the very first time is a very special milestone for both child and parent. At Keysborough Primary School we accept enrolments during the year from the beginning of school to the end of the year. For 2020, it is time to enrol your child or children in our school. Very shortly we will begin planning for our 2020 classes and to do this we need to know how many students will be attending our school next year. Children wanting to start Prep must be five years of age (or older) by the 30th of April in the year they start school. If you would like a tour of the school, or need assistance in completing the enrolment form, please contact the office either by phone (9798 4764) or visit in person. This will help to ensure that the correct enrolment form is completed and that the transition for you and your child is as smooth as possible.

RESPECTFUL RELATIONS

Our staff and students are learning about Respectful Relationships from Prep to Six.

It would be interesting to ask your child what they are learning about at the moment.

Bropunzel: If Rapunzel was a guy.

Parents use the above link to see the whole story.

Slip, Slop, Slap In Term 4, students will need a broad brim hat or a legionnaire hat to be outside in the yard for outdoor activities, including sport and play. Australia has some of the highest UV levels in the world. Ensure your child brings a Keysborough Primary School hat to school or leaves a hat in their room to put on for sun protection as part of their daily routine.

National Recycling Week is almost here!

National Recycling Week is happening next week at your Outside School Hours Care.

National Recycling Week is all about helping children connect with our wonderful world by teaching

them how they can take care of the environment through recycling. We are excited to share with

you what fun-learning activities we have planned.

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Remember, you may be entitled to receive the Child Care Subsidy, visit https://my.gov.au to find

out more.

More Program Details

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contact our friendly Customer Care Team on 1300 105 343 who are available 24 hours a day, 7

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We look forward to seeing you and your family soon!

Camp Australia

Dandenong Show Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th November, 2019 Greaves Reserve, Bennet Street, Dandenong.

Come on everyone – get involved. The Dandenong Show is a great, price friendly family day. Entry prices are still $10 for adults, $5 for children 5-U16, Under 5s are FREE, and there is a family ticket for $30 (2 x adults and 4 child). Tickets can be purchased at the gate on the day, or on-line from www.ticketebo.com.au. Carnival Rides MATES RATES (buy one, get one free-same ride/same time) from NOON until 3pm each day, and there is lots of free stuff once inside the gate, including Fireworks on Saturday night. We are all inclusive and welcome everyone to participate. More information www.dandyshow.com.au. How cool to have your hobbies/artworks on display. We have fabulous competitions for Adults and both Primary and Secondary school aged children to enter in art and craft, cookery, cake decorating, floral art and photography. Entry forms and schedules are available from our website from mid-September. Entries to be submitted by 18th October. And don’t forget – there are opportunities for schools to promote themselves during the weekend of the show with a limited number of time spots for stage performances. Got something to sell or promote – we offer opportunities for that as well through our Trade Space link on our website. Let’s make the 148th Dandy Show the best yet!!! – Get involved and ENJOY!!

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NOVEMBER 2019

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

4 5 6 7 Breakfast Club

8 Breakfast Club

Play Group

9.00 AM to 10.30 AM

School Assembly 2.40 pm

11 Breakfast Club

Year 5&6 Camp

12 Breakfast Club

Year 5&6 Camp

3yr & 4yr Old Play Group

9.30 AM to 11.00 AM

13 Breakfast Club

Year 5&6 Camp

Play Group 9.00 AM to 10.30

AM Footsteps Dance lessons 9 – 12.30

14 Breakfast Club

Year 5&6 Camp Healesville Excursion Year 2

15 Breakfast Club

Year 5&6 Camp

No School Assembly

18 Breakfast Club 19 Breakfast Club

Grade 6 Graduation Photos

3yr & 4yr Old Play Group

9.30 AM to 11.00 AM

20 Breakfast Club

Play Group

9.00 AM to 10.30 AM

Footsteps Dance lessons 9 – 12.30

21 Breakfast Club

22 Breakfast Club

Prep for a Morning and Information session by Anglicare for Parents 9.30-10.30 Play Group

9.00 AM to 10.30 AM

School Assembly 2.40 pm

25 Breakfast Club

26 Breakfast Club

3yr & 4yr Old Play Group

9.30 AM to 11.00 AM

27 Breakfast Club

Play Group 9.00 AM to 10.30

AM Footsteps Dance lessons 9 – 12.30pm

28 Breakfast Club

29 Breakfast Club

Play Group 9.00 AM to 10.30

AM

School Assembly 2.40 pm