RESEARCH PRIMARY SCHOOL
1570 Main Road Research 3095 Tel 9437 1917 Fax 9437 1058
www.researchps.vic.edu.au
research.ps@edumail.vic.gov.au
SCHOOL NEWSLETTER
Tuesday 26 July 2016
Tuesday 26 July
Friday 29 July
Wedn - Fri 3rd – 5th August
Wednesday 10 August
Monday 15 August
Wednesday 17 August
Wedn 17 Aug-Wedn 23 Aug
Friday 19 August
Tuesday 23 August
Thursday 25 August
Monday 29 August
Friday 31 August
Monday 5 September
Wednesday 7 September
Newsletter No. 23
7pm Gr 3 & 4 Camp info night for parents
Interschool Sports RPS vs Eltham East (home)
Grade 3 & 4 Camp Weekaway
EDPSSA Athletics, The Tom Kelly Athletics Track, Rieschiecks Reserve
7.30pm Parents Group Meeting, Staffroom
Grade 5/6 Hooptime at Maroondah
RPS Bookfair in the library
Parents Group RPS Students disco
First Graduation 2016 meeting, Staffroom
7.30pm Initial Fete 2017 meeting, Staffroom
6.30 Finance, Marketing & Education Committee, 7.30pm School Council
Father’s Day Stall
Whole School Production – ‘When I Grow Up’, Planetshakers 12noon & 7pm
Grades 3 & 4 Hooptime
As we come to the end of our mid-year assessment and reporting with the Prep reports and 3Ways
concluding, I would like to thank everyone for your support. The staff put an enormous amount of time and
energy into Student Reports and the companion Student Learning Journals and the combination of the two,
along with the very informative three way conferences, give a very in-depth picture of how your child is
progressing in their learning at school. Well done to the students who compiled their Learning Journals with
great pride and then spoke very well about their learning and their goals at the three way conference.
Thank you to our very supportive parents who encourage their children to do their best at school, support
them at their interviews and take a great interest in their child’s Learning Journal and how they are
progressing at school.
The annual Education Department Parent Opinion Survey has been sent home to randomly selected
families, so please take the time to fill it in and return it to the school office, thank you.
SCHOOL COUNCIL
School Council met last night and covered the following issues:
 The Strategic Plan 2016 – 2019 and The 2016 Annual Implementation Plan have been endorsed
by our Regional Manager.
 Scienceworks was a great day of learning, thank you to Miss K and everyone involved.
 Thank you and well done to everyone who supported the Parents Group election day BBQ, Cake
Stall and Raffle.
 School Council appreciates and thanks all staff and parents who attend our School Camps.
 Education Committee reported on the many exciting learning programs happening at the moment.
 Well done to OSHClub for their high quality National Quality Standard Assessment and the way
they are meeting the needs of the children.
THANKYOU SALLY
After over ten years on School Council, Sally Western has officially retired from Council. I would like to thank
Sally very much and pass on, on behalf of the staff, students and parents, our sincere thanks for her time,
energy and guidance during her time on School Council. A big thankyou from us all Sally.
PAINTING
For several years we have been waiting for Education Department funding of a useful or substantial size to
arrive at RPS to help maintain and improve the many buildings and great grounds we have. Unfortunately
none has arrived and with pressure on the State government for new schools in growth areas, it doesn’t look
like any will be arriving soon. To help spruce up the front of the school, School Council has decided to use
the Building Fund contributions this year to paint a couple of key areas. The money won’t stretch very far, but
it will be a start. We hope, weather permitting, the painting can occur in the September school holidays.
Thank you to all the families who have contributed to the building fund.
School Council is very reluctant to use community money on improving the fabric of the buildings, but
unfortunately this is the reality of government schools. We receive about $18,000 each year to maintain the
buildings, carry out any minor works (broken windows, replacement locks, upgrading failed air cons etc) and
to fund any tradies we use, as well handymen, our helpers etc. We receive $6800 to maintain the grounds
which covers mowing, garden requirements, car park repairs, tree maintenance etc. Any extra costs or
unexpected ‘over-spends’ need to be covered by local fundraising funds or by diverting funds allocated for
‘core student learning.’ When we are audited for maintenance needs we usually don’t qualify for extra funds
because we do too good a job of keeping on top of urgent maintenance and building repairs, but we are now
fast playing ‘catch up’ on a school site that is 127 years old and with our oldest building a 1948 “Bristol”
demountable brought in from the UK just after WWII.
BEST WISHES NICOLE
We wish all the very best and a speedy recovery to our Phys Ed and Grade 6 support teacher Nicole Martin
on a quick recovery from her surgery tomorrow. Nicole was struck by a car and thrown into the air as she
walked across a pedestrian crossing last Sunday week on her way to her gym. Nicole suffered many cuts
and bruises but also sustained severe shoulder damage as a result. Best wishes Nicole.
DEB ARMSTRONG
Some of you may have bumped into Deb Armstrong, an ex-teacher from RPS, who is currently here every
couple of weeks working with staff. Since leaving RPS, Deb has trained as a teacher coach and mentor, and
after meeting up with her recently, it has been great to tap into Deb’s expertise and knowledge of new
teaching ideas and the new F-10 Victorian curriculum. Please say hi to Deb if you remember her and make
her welcome at RPS.
PREPS 100 DAYS
Our Preps are fast approaching 100 days at school and will be celebrating with a special day next week.
Happy 100 days, Preps.
Geoff Whyte, Principal
WHEN I GROW UP - WHOLE SCHOOL PRODUCTION
Our Whole School Production this year is called ‘When I Grow Up’. As last year the production will have
two performances on Monday 5th September, a matinee at 12noon and an evening performance at
7pm. Both will be held at Planetshakers (360 Centre), 360 Main Rd, Lower Plenty. There will be priority
booking for Grade 6 families and a letter will be sent home shortly. This year you may book up to 4 tickets
per session and if there are spare seats, they will be released after bookings close. If you require more than
four tickets for the matinee please contact the school office.
SCIENCEWORKS EXCURSION
The students had a wonderful time at Scienceworks last Wednesday where they took part in an
informative Educational classroom session finding out all about blasting off into space, rocket propulsion,
electrical energy and the Earth, Moon and Sun. The students also visited the Planetarium where they
spent time exploring the night sky, identifying constellations, discovering interesting facts about the Solar
System and finding out about how the Earths tilt affects our seasons. Thank you to the many parent
helpers who assisted in making our whole school excursion such an enjoyable day.
Chris Koroneos
VALUES AWARDS
Congratulations to our Values Awards winners, our new awards which reflect our RPS Values of
Respect, Excellence, Sense of Fun, Equality, Achievement, Responsibility, Co-operation and Honesty.
Brooke 45S
Jimi PB
Angus 23C
James 45S
Jed 56A
Miller 34W
Rainbow words: Hirad PB
Sophie 1S
Alysia 56M
Will 34W
Ted 1S
Sophia 56M
Aislyn 23K
Morris 23C
2016 GRADE 6 GRADUATION MEETING
Our first meeting for planning this year’s Grade 6 Graduation will be 7.30pm Tuesday 23 August in the
Staffroom. Please come along to join in the planning of this lovely evening for our grade 6s.
Jacqui Kratofil
SCHOOL FETE 2017
The first meeting of the 2017 Fete Committee will take place on Thursday 25 August at 7.30pm in the
Staffroom. Everyone welcome, please bring along your ideas and think about heading up a stall.
Michelle Walker-Fox & Carolyn Sternberg
LIBRARY NEWS
PREMIERS READING CHALLENGE
This week congratulations go to Jesse H. and Lucas M. both of 23K on completing the Challenge. So far 11
students have now completed the Challenge and 466 books have been read, still lots more reading needs
to be done before September 9.
Joy Pagon
SPORT & PHYSICAL EDUCATION NEWS
INTER DISTRICT / DIVISION FOOTBALL
Well done to the footy team who played and won the InterDistrict Final against Montmorency South PS last
Thursday. We now face Glen Katherine PS in the Division
playoffs this Thursday at Anthony Beale Reserve. Best
wishes to the footy team.
INTERSCHOOL SPORT
Interschool Sport this Friday 29 July, is a home game against Eltham East Primary, weather permitting.
Rounders softball / teeball will be played at Research Park and all other games will be played here at
school. Parents are welcome to come and watch their children play, with games starting about 1pm. Would
all grades 4, 5 & 6 players please bring an orange, cut into 8 pieces on Friday.
PARENTS GROUP
PARENTS GROUP MEETING
The next Parents Group meeting will be Monday 15 August 7.30pm in the staffroom. All welcome.
FASHION EVENING AT GIGLIOLA
Thanks to all the amazing mums, family and friends who attended our Gigliola fashion night. We raised
$935 and have tentatively booked a pre Xmas one for November 24th .
Caroline Melocco
ENTERTAINMENT BOOK
Parents Group is offering the Entertainment Book at the very good value of $65 each. The Entertainment
Book is full of discount vouchers for local restaurants, as well as venues and activities around Melbourne
and Victoria and valid until June 2017. The books are now in stock. Payments are processed online and
can be ordered via this link www.entbook.com.au/188r741
Aristea Porfiri
CANTEEN ROSTER & NEWS
CANTEEN HELP
If anyone is available to do the vacant shifts (marked with an asterisk on the roster) please contact Jacqui
Robinson (0414 362 275) or the office.
Jacqui Robinson 0414 362 275
CANTEEN ROSTER
Wednesday 27 July
12.30-1.30
Lisa Price
Friday 29 July
9am-11.30am Leah Donato
11.30am -1.50pm Clara Stockdale
Wednesday 3 August
Friday 5 August
12.30 – 1.30
Nadia L-Merino
9am-11.30am Penny Love
11.30am -1.50pm Carmie Isaacs
Wednesday 10 August
Friday 12 August
12.30 – 1.30
Colleen Cochrane
9am-11.30am Pauline Middelveld
11.30am -1.50pm Rochelle Mietus
9am-11.30am Jacqui Robinson
11.30am -1.50pm Pauline Middelveld
11.30am -1.50pm *********************
11.30am -1.50pm Clara Stockdale
SCHOOL BANKING NEWS
STUDENT SCHOOL BANKING
Our school banking day is now Friday.
Please ensure all yellow wallets are placed into your child’s classroom bank bag first thing in the morning.
Rebecca 0433 439 962
OSHClub BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CARE AT RPS
Last week children participated in many activities throughout the week. There were many art activities done
by the children, based on our weekly theme of exploring winter art and craft. We did manage to go outside
most days, although there were some very frosty times where we were permitted to stay indoors! The
favourite activities for the week were basketball and dancing. Children actively engaged in outdoor play, this
is one of their favourite things to do at the program. Children organise their own dance competitions and
music play throughout the week, this is a great part of their day. They love listen to music and display their
creative dance moves. We would like to kindly ask if any families have any resource they would like to
donate. We would be very grateful at the program for any preloved items. Looking forward to seeing you at
the program throughout the week 
We would like to remind parents to book online if possible. This helps the team with food and activity
preparations. We are looking forward to seeing everyone at the program this week. If you have any
inquiries please come down and see us.
Serren & Emily
This week’s
program
Before School
Activities
After School
Activities
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Group Painting
Team Uno
Scavenger
Hunt
Group Art
Display
DIY Playdough
Nature Walk &
Tennis
Playdough Play
& Drawing
Competition
Poison Ball & Team Charades Group Game of
Condensed Milk
& Group
Snap! & DIY
Cookies
Construction
Board Game
All families must be enrolled to attend the program and remember enrolment is free!! Please create an
account online at www.oshclub.com.au, all bookings and cancellations can also be managed via your
online account.
Before School Care:
Fee $6.34 to $9.85 (Full fee $19.70)
7.00am to 8.50am
After School Care:
Fee $6.98 to $12.73 (Full fee $25.45)
3:30pm to 6:30pm
*Families can apply for Child Care Benefit and the 50% Child Care Rebate. The CCR is not means tested
which means just about all working or studying parents are eligible to receive it. Call 13 61 50 to register.
For on the day bookings please contact the Coordinator direct at the program.
OSHC program phone: 0427 793 936
OSHC Coordinator: Serren
OSHClub Head Office: 03 8564 9000
OSHC Assistant: Emily
COMMUNITY NEWS
NATIONAL TREE PLANTING DAY
To celebrate National Tree Planting Day the Friends of Swipers Gully have 100 trees to be planted along
the creek. Anyone who would like to help please meet in Ingrams Rd opposite Valley Rd 10am Sunday July
31.
Joy Pagon
NORTHERN STAR CHESS CLINICS
Northern Star Chess are offering 7 chess clinics at Lower Plenty Primary School on a Thursday afternoon
4pm – 5.30pm. The first clinic is this Thursday, 28 July. You can book for one clinic or all. Booking forms
are available at Research Primary School office or please email info@northernstarchess.com for further.
Pearl Yung, Northern Star Chess
PARENTS NIGHT OUT – BALANCE GYM
Bring your primary school aged children (Prep to Gr 6) and their friends to us on Saturday 6 August 6pm –
9.30pm for a night of gymnastic fun. $20 per child. The children will play games, move through circuits, free
play, a snack break and finishing the night with a free screening of the movie ‘The Good Dinosaur’. Pack a
‘free nut’ snack and drink bottle. Bring a blanket / sleeping bag and pillow for the movie. Bookings and
payment by Monday 1st August please. For further information please call 9437 0777
Balance Gym
RPS bank account details
ANZ Eltham
BSB: 013 308
Account Name: Research Primary School Council Official Account
Account Number: 254090034
Please ensure you use a detailed description as a reference, so we can identify your deposit.