Macedon Primary School Newsletter

28 November 2019

School Values: Respect, Responsibility, Creativity, Integrity, Teamwork

Principal's Report

Dear Parents and Carers,

Our Wonderful Fete

In short, I was blown away by the fete on Saturday.  It was a brilliant day where the Macedon PS spirit really shone through.  I have received so much positive feedback from parents, students and staff about what a great day they had.

I would like to extend a massive thank you to every business, Macedon local, parent, grand parent, and friend of Macedon who donated gifts, money, expertise and time to the fete.  Thank you also to everyone who came and had a good time.  I had so much fun and I hope you did too.

We are still finalising the final profit form the fete and will announce this at the assembly on Friday.  All profit is being channelled into improving the classrooms.

I would like to congratulate the fete committee for their amazing organisation and planning.  The proof was in the success of the day.  Thank you Allison Taylor, Renee Briffa, Christine Denyer, Tanya Graham, Leonie Anderson and Perri Jackson.  Thank you also to Deb Fiori and Justin Sawers for putting in so much time Middle Gully to prepare for the fete.

Macedon Farmers Market

This weekend I encourage you to do your weekly fruit and vegetable shop at the Macedon Village Farmers’ Market.  We have a number of stalls that will be provide artisan products and beautiful local produce.  You may even find that perfect Christmas gift for that special someone.  The market runs from 9am to 1pm on the oval this Saturday.

Matthew Forrest

forrest.matthew.j@edumail.vic.gov.au

Bush fire Season

Bush Fire Season

With the changing of the seasons it is important for us to start consider the upcoming bushfire season.  We have detailed plans and procedures in place to monitor and manage our risks during the bushfire season.  We are currently reviewing these procedures with staff and students.  Below is a brief overview of our procedures in relation to the Fire Danger Rating.

1.    On Code Red Days the school will be closed

  •  Once confirmed, the decision to close will not change, regardless of improvements in the weather forecast.  
  • There will be no staff at school; enact your own family fire plan.

 

2.     On Extreme fire danger ratings, the school will enact pre-emptive relocation to Sunbury West PS.

  • Parents will be contacted to confirm whether they are sending their children to school or not.
  • Students who attend school will assemble at school and be bused to Sunbury West PS.
  • Parents must pick up students at 3pm from Sunbury West PS.

                - No staff will be on site on days once the school has relocated to Sunbury West PS.

                - Out of School Hours Care will also be cancelled on these days.

 3.       Severe Fire Danger Rating days

·         The school will be on high watch but will run as usual.

 4.       Fire activity in the local area (25km radius), Macedon Primary School will enact one of the following bushfire procedures:

a.       Option 1 – Evacuation Plan

           i.      Gisborne Secondary College Stadium if fire is north of Macedon

           ii.      Kyneton Secondary College Gymnasium if fire is from the south of Macedon

b.      Option 2 – Shelter in Place (SIP) -

           i.      Main School Building until parent pick up if safe to do so.

c.       Option 3 - Shelter in Place (Last Resort) Plan

           i.      Take shelter in the Main School Building

Fete News #17... The final edition

What a fabulous day! As promised, the weather was perfect and the feedback has been very positive.

To each and every person who was involved - THANK YOU!!! 

To our supporters – we couldn’t have thrilled and entertained the crowds without you. Thank You

To every individual and business who contributed goods and services, leading up to and on the day, helping to raise funds. Thank You

To the school community for stepping up and volunteering your skills and time.  Thank You

To the talented performers who entertained us.  Thank You

To the wider community who came on the day, to mingle, enjoy and support our fundraising event.  Thank You

To everyone who bought a ticket in any of our 3 raffles - Thank You

Congratulations to the lucky prize winners, 1st Amber Lock. 2nd Anthony Hinds 3rd Katie Toll

Stan Cash wine fridge #1 combination lock was opened by Kristie Yarwood

The Good Guys wine fridge #2 combination lock was opened by Chris Jones

And Thank You to all the kids who entered the Lego competition, threw a paper plane or handball, folded some origami, tossed a coin for chocolate, bought a lucky jar, posed for the photo booth, sat patiently for hair braids, face paint, nails and tattoos, made a fairy garden, watched the wild action zoo, petted farm animals, took a pony ride, jumped in the castle, rode the Chair-o-plane, dropped down the slide, rode the cliff-hanger or ate or drank anything!!! It was for you and it was our pleasure.

There are still a few items to be collected please – Lego creations and boxes from the library and Photo Booth props from the office.

Before we go, we welcome all feedback to ensure the next event is bigger and better -  macedonpsfete@gmail.com

And for those who would like to celebrate the success of the event, we propose a dinner locally on Wednesday 4th December, from 6:30pm. Please RSVP by Monday Dec 2nd to macedonpsfete@gmail.com or Tanya on 0418 587520

THANK YOU!!!!

This year’s fete committee – signing out…

Perri Jackson, Christine Denyer, Renee Briffa, Alison Taylor & Tanya Graham

Macedon Primary School Fete 2019 is Proudly Supported by Macedon Ranges Family Law   www.macedonrangesfamilylaw.com.au

Some pics from the fete...

Welcome to country
Welcome to country
Welcome to country

Important Dates to Remember

  • 28 November - Grade 4CS & 4/5MS excursion to Bendigo
  • 28 November - 2020 Foundation transition session #3 
  • 29 November - Step Up Session #1 - literacy
  • 30 November - Macedon Community Farmers Market
  • 6 December - Orienteering at Hanging Rock (rescheduled)
  • 10 December - Orientation Day for Government schools
  • 13 December - Step Up Session #2 - Numeracy
  • 13 December - Guitar concert @ 2:30pm
  • 16 December - Picnic & Twilight Billy Cart Races from 5:00 pm
  • 17 December - Macedon Community Carols @ Tony Clarke
  • 18 December -  Step Up Session #3 - Meet the teacher
  • 18 December - Yr 6 Graduation Dinner
  • 19 December - Yr 6 Excursion to City
  • 20 December - Last Day of Term 4 - 1:30pm dismissal

Notes home

From the office...

School Banking

We have decided to discountinue the student banking program at Macedon Primary. We have a seen a decline in the numbers of students using the student banking service and it was therefore decided that it was no longer viable. The last day for student banking will be Thursday the 12th of December. Can you please make sure you have ordered any rewards by that date? Thank you for supporting the program, and you can continue to deposit at the Commonwealth Bank.

 Medications from Camp

We have a number of medication from the Yr. 5/6 camp, if your child had medication whilst on camp, can you please come to the office to collect.

Lego Competition Entries

Thank you to all the entries in the Lego competition at the Fete, if you have not collected your entry from the library can you please do so ASAP.

Uniform Shop

We have some exciting news regarding the purchase of school uniform. We will shortly be transitioning to 'Beleza’ who have a retail store in Gisborne and an online store.  

Option 1:  Parents can go to the Beleza shop at 42C Aitken Street, Gisborne during business hours and purchase uniform (please note uniforms will not be available until January)

Option 2: Parents can order online at www.beleza.com.au (please note uniforms will not be available until mid January)

Our last day for the uniform shop and QKR! at Macedon Primary will be Thursday the 21st of November. There will be a short transition period of 2-4 weeks when no uniform will be available for sale. If you have any queries, please contact us.

Thank you,

Julie and Emma

Farmers Market - this Saturday

The Macedon Village Farmers’ Market is fast approaching.  This event is made possible by the support given by Macedon Primary School and Macedon Ranges Sustainability Group volunteers.  We have a number of activities on market day that require a small amount of your generous time to make this event a success. If you are interested in volunteering please visit the following links and fill out the relevant volunteer form. If you would like your children to be involved, please volunteer on their behalf. Many thanks.

Sign up here: 

https://mrsg.org.au/fm-volunteer-for-macedon

Cheers

Lisa

Student Awards

Well done to the following students . These awards will be presented at this week's assembly, Friday afternoon, 3:00pm in the JCB.

Middle Gully Landcare

Thank you to Lynette who has donated her time to mow and whipper-snip at Middle Gully, I think everyone will agree it is looking fantastic and was a special place to be at the Fete on Saturday.

Landcare is run by volunteers who enjoy gardening, outdoors and seeing the students learn about the environment around them. We welcome anyone who would like to come help out on a Thursday afternoon between 2pm and 3.30pm (even if your child's class isn't scheduled for that day).

Thursday 28 November - Natural dyes, gardening/cooking - 4/5MS

Thursday 5 December -  Natural dyes, gardening/cooking - 4CS

Thursday 12 December - Cooking, nesting box labels - 5/6AB

Younger siblings are also very welcome although are your responsibility. 

For more information, please contact David Oxworth, Matt Forrest or Penny Ball.

ICAS

We have received the certificates for the children who recently sat the ICAS exams. The certificates will be presented at this week's assembly. There is a student ID on the certificates that can be used to access detailed assessment results. Well done to all who sat the exams, we have had some fantastic results!

Outside School Hours Care

Casual places are available for before and after school care. Our rates are; $15.00 for before school care (7:00am - 8:45) and $22.00 for after school care (3:30 - 6:30). All you need to do is call the school 5426 1518 or email oshp@macedonps.vic.edu.au to book. Please note that enrollment forms need to be completed at least one business day before the first session of care.

Please pay through the school using the following details (not BPay):

Account name: Macedon Primary School

BSB: 063-840

Account: 1003 4330

Vicki, Helen, Karen, Marie & Bianca.

School Council

The School Council meets eight times each year, but much of the work in between meetings is done by small enthusiastic subcommittees. Members of the school community are now invited to get involved by joining one (or more!) of the following subcommittees:

  • Education & Policy – responsible for drafting, consulting on and reviewing the school’s policies;
  • Facilities – responsible for the strategic planning and maintenance of the school’s grounds and facilities;
  • Pine Plantation –responsible for managing the future of the school’s pine plantation;
  • OSHC – responsible for managing all aspects of the Out of School Hours service;
  • Grants – this is a new group and is calling on those with an interest/experience in identifying and applying for grants. Last year the school received $20,000 from a single successful grant application!

 


Community News

Gisborne Lions Club - Sponsor a Christmas Cake

Sponsor a Lions Christmas Cake to be included in Gisborne Foodbank Christmas Hampers to be provided to those in need in Gisborne and the surrounding area.

Gisborne and District Lions Club will be providing 60 Lions Christmas Cakes to the Gisborne Foodbank to be included in Christmas Hampers to be provided to those in need.

 

The Lions Club is providing an opportunity to families and/or individuals to sponsor a Lions Christmas Cake which will be included in the Christmas Hamper. The cost of the sponsorship which equates to the cost of a Lions Christmas Cake is $13. 

Payments of $13 can be made to the Gisborne and District Lions Club via Direct Debit: BSB 633000 A/c No.152262994 Description insert Surname and Initials.

The Lions Club will recognise all sponsors on various forums including the Lions Facebook and website. 

Please consider being a sponsor of a Lions Christmas Cake to help those in need at Christmas.

Macedon Primary School

Macedon Primary School acknowledges the Wurundjeri people as the traditional owners of the country upon which we learn and work. We recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community and pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging.