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Date: Thursday13th October 2016 Issue 32Principal: Mr Stephen CrossleyPh. 55232218Fax. 55217839PO Box 317 Portland Vic dbayschool.vic.edu.auSchool Council President:Deb Robinson 0428 995 987COMING EVENTSFrom the Principal’s deskI just spent the morning withgroup 2 at sailing.It was beautiful down on the bayand the students and staff wereworking very calmly andpurposefully on their activity.TERM 42016Friday14th October Next WeekMonday17th OctoberSailing is a great activity asstudents must work together toachieve the common goal ofmoving efficiently through the water.Congratulations on all the participants and supervising staff, Emma, Annette andAdam. Congratulations Akaysha Morrison, award winner of the Lions Local InternationalPeace Poster Competition. “Celebration of Peace”. Akaysha was 1 of 3 luckywinners, receipting a certificate and voucher for her prize. Well done.ThursdayParent Vacancies on School CouncilI am very pleased to welcome Michelle Pumpa back on to school council aftertaking a break for a few years. Michelle will fill one of our vacancies until March,2018. I am also very pleased to welcome Alex Miller on to school council and hewill fill the other vacancy until March, 2018. There is still 1-parent vacancies on school council until March, 2017. Please let meknow if you would be interested in contributing to the governance of the school. Itis an exciting time to be on school council as there is a lot of planning taking placefor the new school. Please contact Steve if you are interested.Your current school council is:Parents - Debra Robinson (President) March 2017Michelle Pumpa March 2018Rebecca JacobsonKaren Rowley March 2018VacancyAlex MillerMarch 2018Community MembersBrad Charman March 2017Julie AmorStaff MembersSteve Crossley (Principal)Charlotte PeverettGillian CaithnessMinute-taker (non-voting)March 2017March 2017March 2018March 2018Sailing in PortlandTuesday18th October Wednesday 19th October 20th October Friday21st OctoberImportant Dates to RememberSaturday29th OctoberUpwelling Festival and 10am ParadeSunday30th October 3 Bays MarathonMonday31st October Curriculum Day - No StudentsTuesday1st November Melbourne Cup Public HolidayFriday4th November Netball in WarrnamboolMonday14th November Group 1 depart to campWednesday16th November Group 2 return from CampCaught Being GoodWell done to Dante, Jamie P, Brady, Andrew and Bart who were all caught beinggood at last weeks assembly. Great to see the smiling faces and happy attitudes.Enjoy your weekend . Steve Crossley, Principal.Reminder - Advance Notice – Curriculum Day – Monday 31st OctThis will be a curriculum day for teachers and there will be no school on this day.This date coincides with a public holiday on Tuesday 1 st Nov for Melbourne CupDay.Sun SmartWe are a “Sun Smart School” and weremind everyone, as per the schoolpolicy, to wear wide brim hats as at the1st September. Students hats are usuallyheld at school.

Stars ofthe Week“CaughtBeing Good”Very well done to ourcaught being good winners last week:Dante Nuku, Jamie Pumpa, Brady Howard, Andrew Whitingand Bart RowleyWe focus each week on all our areas of positive behaviour both in the school and on our buses.At our whole school assembly,we draw the “Caught Being Good”raffle. Throughout the week, staff givestudents a raffle ticket fordisplaying positive behaviour eitherin their classroom, on the buses(including to and from school) , on theplayground or in any school eventssuch as excursions, outingsor community access.Group 2 is visiting places that help the community. Last week we visited the Portland Fire Station andyesterday we visited the Portland Police Station. Both visits were really interesting and lots of fun!This term,

Our students are busy making “EELS” for this years Upwellling FestivalParade. We will be looking for students and families to participate in theparade again this year to representing our school. More information willbe sent out in the next week.33rd Portland 3 Bays Marathon -Sunday 31st October 2016Emma Rudge is seeking expression of interest for students wanting to be involved in thisgreat community event. Please contact the office or leave a message in yourchat/communication books if you wish to be involved - more information will follow.Thank you.Our 1st of 2 sessions of sailing was today, Weather was kind, considering what the lastfew days have been like. Adam Jones has done a great job over the winter months inrepairing and painting the boats, ready for action and ship shape. They look near new !Thank you Adam. Please see next weeks newsletter for more photos.CongratulationsAkaysha Morrison, award winnerof the Lions Local InternationalPeace Poster Competition.“Celebration of Peace”Akaysha was 1 of 3 lucky winners,receipting a certificate andvoucher for her prize. Well done.

Happy Birthday& best wishes to thefollowing our studentwho celebrates hisbirthday this coming weekBrodie Pumpa18th OctoberWe hope you have a great dayWords on Wellbeing - Sue CowieMental Health Awareness WeekThis week we think about our Mental Health. Do you know that 400 Million people in the world are affectedby mental illness? That’s why it is so important that we get rid of stigma. We all have Human Rights andeveryone, no matter the physical or mental ability, should be included in society.Discrimination often occurs through lack of understanding. So don’t let your friends say hurtful words like“psycho” or “mad”. Be brave and correct them. Everyone deserves respect and we can all help; encouragethe seeking of support, staying in work and at school. Share your story. You know I like quotes so let’s hearBill Clinton: “Mental Illness is nothing to be ashamed of, but stigma and bias shameus all.”MYTH: Mental Illness is rare and doesn't affect average people.FACT: Mental Illness is quite common. According to World Health, 1 in 4 people in the worldwill be affected by mental or neurological disorders at some point in their livesMYTH: People with Mental Illnesses are dangerous.FACT: Fed by the media, the fact is the majority of people with Mental Illnesses are notdangerous. They are much more likely to be the victims of violence.MYTH: Mental Illness does not affect children or adolescents – it is just a part of growing up.FACT: 1 in 10 children or adolescents has a disorder severe enough to cause impairment.MYTH: Mental Illness is more like a weakness than a real Illness.FACT: Mental Illnesses are as real as other diseases like cancer. Some Mental Illnesses areinherited, just as some physical Illnesses are.Emma Montgomery getting intoMYTH: People with Mental Illnesses can never be normal.the spirit of things - Well doneFACT: With proper treatment, many people with Mental Illnesses live normal lives.And don’t forget, Parents & Carers - Port of Call, Coffee/Chat 9th November 10am

Group 4had a great music sessionwith Rosie.Thank you Rosie, from Philand students.Bay School of Rock !!Group 4 “Jamming” andlearning tunes.The music was loud and pumpingfrom the classroom, Rosie had thestudents joining in and playing tunes.“Great fun and Ireally liked thedrums” - Sarah“Loud and fun” Bart

Community Announcements :THE GIZMO adapted from the book by Paul Jennings. Another yarn fromthe master of madness, Paul JenningsStephen’s bra is starting to slip. His pantyhose are sagging.His knickers keep falling down. Oh, the shame of it. He stole agizmo-and now it’s paying him back.The Paul Jennings phenomenon began with the publication ofUnreal in 1985. Since then, his stories have been devouredall around the world.The whirling, twirling illuminating Gizmo keeps on puttingStephen in extra-ordinary situations! The energy packedperformance includes great music andsound, gadgets, physical storytelling and amazingvisual effects.“ The Gizmo is laugh a minute fun but with a greatmessage” - The Daily AdvertiserNCM production of The Gizmo. Written by VerityLaughton. Adapted from the novel by Paul Jennings.Published by Penguin Australia.Portland Arts CentreMonday 31 October 7.30pm 25 Full price 20 Conc 10 Child 55 FamilyRunning time: 60 minutes, no interval. Post show Q and ASuitable for families and children over 6.www.glenelg.vic.gov.au/ticketing or call 55222263

Wednesday 19th October Adam. Thursday 20th October Friday 21st October Important Dates to Remember Saturday 29th October Upwelling Festival and 10am Parade Sunday 30th October 3 Bays Marathon Monday 31st October Curriculum Day - No Students Tuesday 1st November Melbourn