Chewton Primary School
Newsletter 16th May 2024
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Chewton Primary School is situated on Djaara Country.
We acknowledge the Dja Dja Wurrung people, the custodians and caretakers of the land. We thank them for the care they have taken and continue to take of Country: the rivers, mountains, trees and animals. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. We follow Bunjil's teaching: Care for self, care for others, care for Country.
We commit to Be Brave and Make Change.
We will be a voice for generations.
Now, more than ever
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
17 May International Day Against LGBTQIA+ Discrimination:
Raising new Rainbow flag 9am
22nd May Curriculum Day - no students at school
24th May Schools' Sorry Day Ceremony Western Reserve 10am
31st May Reconciliation Walk 9:30am Helpers needed!
7th June Sushi
20th June Lantern Parade and Soup night 5:30-8:30pm
Congratulations Zekie, Leif and Jack
Congratulations Zekie, Leif and Jack
for reaching your Values milestone! Well done
Reconciliation Walk
Reconciliation Walk
Friday May 31st 9:30am-2:30pm
Friday May 31st 9:30am-2:30pm
Last year we were nominated for a National Reconciliation Award for the work we are doing in teaching Indigenous learning perspectives and pedagogy, along with our Reconciliation Walk. It was interesting to meet prospective parents this week on our Open Day who all said this is a key area they are interested in.
This year our Reconciliation Walk is getting bigger! We have two schools start times: 10am and 11am, followed by a 12pm start for the community.
Are you able to volunteer from 9:30-12 or 12-2:30? We need an adult on each station to assist the students (12), plus some helpers to set up and pack up.
We need lots of parent helpers
setting up the story boards 4pm Thursday 30th May
setting up stations from 9:30am
helping on each storyboard station 9:30-2:30pm
packing up/ taking down the story boards 2:30pm 31st May
RecWeekBrochure_V3.pdf
Lantern Parade and Soup night 5:00-8:30pm
Lantern Parade and Soup night 5:00-8:30pm
Thursday June 20th
School fundraiser and community event to celebrate our new fire pit!
Parent Club are organising a wonderful night. There will be a raffle, delicious soup and dessert.
We need volunteers to make soup and/ or a dessert. Please see Krista if you can help.
$5 Soup or $8 soup and dessert. Students are making lanterns with Kate in art. There will be tea lights for sale for younger siblings and family/ community members.
Education Support Day (ES day)
Education Support Day (ES day)
Today we celebrated our amazing support staff: Emma and Al in the P/1 room, Eloise in the 2/3/4 room, and Kahu and Patsy in the 5-6 room, along with Kitty in the office. Everyone received a wonderful present and card with heartfelt thanks for all the amazing work they do for all our students. Staff celebrated with a lovely morning tea!
Finalist: School of the Year, Sustainability Victoria
Finalist: School of the Year, Sustainability Victoria
From the Office
From the Office
Open Day
Open Day
Our Open Day was a great success. We had a wonderful morning showing lots of families around our wonderful school. Thanks to our wonderful 5-6 class who all participated by leading tours and answering questions as well as sharing what they love about our school. All of our visitors remarked about how confident, friendly and polite our students are, and how much pride they showed in our school.
Auslan at Home
Auslan at Home
Follow the poster below to learn Auslan at home! This great channel is affiliated with Auslan Education Services which we use to teach Auslan at school.
Muesli Bars
Muesli Bars
Muesli Bars can be purchased. Distribution will start when we have enough customers, hopefully next week, so get your orders in! You can bring in up to $5 and then your child can get a muesli bar each day from the Green Team at recess at the Outdoor Kitchen. Please bring cash to the office. We will have vegan and gluten free option available very soon!
muesli bar info.pdfmuesli bar poster.pdf02052024152320-0001.pdf
Cubbies
Cubbies
Our Cubbies are Growing!
Our Cubbies are Growing!
Every lunchtime students are enthusiastically gathering sticks, leaves and other supplies to build and extend their unique bush cubbies. Most of the cubbies are being created with friends so there is plenty of discussion, solutions, and teamwork out on show. After a few early disagreements about ownership, it appears the cubby area has become a very respectful and engaging space for all the students. As a lover of all things visual, it is rewarding for me to see the creativity and attention the students are all putting into designing their cubbies and associated areas. Another of the many positives that I am witnessing with the cubbies is the willing support the older students are providing to the younger students. If you have time, why not ask you child to show you our growing cubby space.
Margot
Mount Alexander Student Ideas Workshop
Mount Alexander Student Ideas Workshop
On Wednesday (15th May), Quincy, Freda and Eidi represented Chewton PS by attending Mt Alexander's Student Ideas Workshop. They met with other local schools and collaborated on ideas that could be implemented into our local areas for young people. They were introduced to 'Big Idea Planning' and presented their big idea with an 'Elevator Pitch' to the mayor. They also had a walk through the chamber building and a tour of the Mayor's office. It was a fantastic experience and the day was thoroughly enjoyed. Thanks Kahu!
Mums, grandmothers and special person afternoon tea with the P/1 class
Mums, grandmothers and special person afternoon tea with the P/1 class
We cooked blueberry cupcakes with Josie and Sue. We had afternoon tea with our mums and our grandmas and dads and grandpas. Some even came Geelong and Swan Hill to see us! Oscar and Lila did a great speech to welcome everyone. Lila did the Acknowledgement to Country. We showed our writing books, gave a gift and shared some yummy food.
My mum is kind. I like her cuddles. Helen
My mum is funny. She tells good jokes. Oscar
My mum is beautiful. I like playing tag with her.Toshi
I like playing snap with mum. Bonnie
I like going on walks with mum. Nina
I like mum dropping me off at soccer training and watching me play and bringing my brother. Jack
I like my mum because she makes things for me. Ennis
I like going to the orchard with mum to pick the vegetables. We get 100 strawberries. Solomon
What's happening in 2-3-4...
What's happening in 2-3-4...
Otto.pdfQuincy.pdfTom.pdfRudy.pdfValentino.pdf
Walk to school day!
Walk to school day!
Community Notices
Community Notices
First Peoples Connections and information
First Peoples Connections and information
Djaara (Dja Dja Wurrung Clans Aboriginal Corporation) https://djadjawurrung.com.au/
DJAARA - Home | Facebook Nalderun Education Aboriginal Corporation https://nalderun.net.au/
Anti-racism https://racismnoway.com.au/ https://alltogethernow.org.au/racism/racism-in-schools/how-to-discuss-racism-with-children/
Reconciliation Week 2024 Now more than ever https://www.reconciliation.org.au/now-more-than-ever-nrw-2024/
Emu and echidna timeMay-June – the coolest time of the year, frost can be common and rainfall is often at its peak. Rivers and creeks start flowing and wetlands begin to fill. Possum skin cloaks are worn, barramul (Emu) eggs may be collected for cooking. Bushy Needlewoods flower at Kalimna Park, while Common Froglet and Southern Brown Tree-frogs can be heard calling along Forest and Campbells Creeks. Mammals breed – including Brush-tailed Phascogale, yulawil (Short-beaked Echidna), Yellow-footed Antechinus, Agile Antechinus, Krefft’s Glider. Bushy Needlewoods flower Owls breed – Barking Owl, Southern Boobook and Powerful Owl White-winged Chough families construct/refurbish mud nests for raising young Male barramul (Emu) incubate eggs Fungi fruiting is at its peak Pied Currawongs arrive from cooler habitats to the south Common Froglet and Southern Brown Tree-frogs can be heard calling along creeks.
The Dja Dja Wurrung seasons were compiled by Uncle Rick Nelson and Karl Just, with contributions from Frances Cincotta, Elaine Bayes, Damien Cook, Tanya Loos, Geoff Park, Cassia Read and Trace Balla. More information on Mt Alexander Shire Council's website.See Drew Barwick explaining Djaara seasons hereEmu and echidna timeMay-June – the coolest time of the year, frost can be common and rainfall is often at its peak. Rivers and creeks start flowing and wetlands begin to fill. Possum skin cloaks are worn, barramul (Emu) eggs may be collected for cooking. Bushy Needlewoods flower at Kalimna Park, while Common Froglet and Southern Brown Tree-frogs can be heard calling along Forest and Campbells Creeks. Mammals breed – including Brush-tailed Phascogale, yulawil (Short-beaked Echidna), Yellow-footed Antechinus, Agile Antechinus, Krefft’s Glider. Bushy Needlewoods flower Owls breed – Barking Owl, Southern Boobook and Powerful Owl White-winged Chough families construct/refurbish mud nests for raising young Male barramul (Emu) incubate eggs Fungi fruiting is at its peak Pied Currawongs arrive from cooler habitats to the south Common Froglet and Southern Brown Tree-frogs can be heard calling along creeks.
Consumer Deposit Scheme
Consumer Deposit Scheme
Drop your containers at Chewton Servo and donate your proceeds to Chewton Primary School. Every little bit makes a big difference!
Drop your containers at Chewton Servo and donate your proceeds to Chewton Primary School. Every little bit makes a big difference!
New to 2024 - Under 12 Girls!
Games to be modified rules and played on Friday nights. As an introductive offer for 2024 all Under 12 Girls team players will be FREE registration. To register your interest and obtain a FREE registration voucher please contact Nathan, nathanminster@outlook.com
Early Years survey flyer 04-2024 PRINT v3.pdfZinda Castlemaine_2024_Poster_PRINTABLE_A4_v2_COMPRESS.pdf2024-small-sided-flyer (1).pdfAuskick 2024 - Nth Melb or Carlton Comm Camp.pdfRegister for Castlemaine Auskick here
First Nations Days of Significance
Term 1
13th February Anniversary of Apology to Stolen Generations
Term 2
26th May Sorry Day
27th May - 3rd June Reconciliation Week
31st May Reconciliation Walk
7th-14th July NAIDOC Week
4 August National Aboriginal and Islander Children's Day
9 August International Day of the World's Indigenous People
Sports Dates:
Term 2 19th April
Grade P-2 Tabloid Sports
3rd May
Grade 3-6 Cross Country (Division 17th May)
7th June
Grade 3-6 Hockey/ Soccer (Goldfields Division)
21st June
Grade 3-6 Football/ Netball (Goldfields Division)
Term 3 5th-6th Sept
Grade 3-6 Tennis/ Cricket
Term 4 11 October
Grade 3-6 Goldfields Tennis/ Softball
21 October
Grade 3-6 Goldfields Division Cricket/ basketball
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