Welcome to our new look e-bulletin.

Please don't forget that details regarding events and notices for inclusion for the following week should be received by WEDNESDAY, 2 PM. Inclusion cannot be guaranteed for information received after this deadline.

Please direct all queries to communications@preshil.vic.edu.au or contact 9817 6135.

Have a great week!

Jenny and Bronte

Tuesday October 12:  8.30 am after drop off

“Mug’s” Sitting Room, by the open fire at Arlington

All parents and carers of students in Years 7 and 8 are warmly invited to come and meet with Marilyn, our Principal. She will be speaking at 9.00 am and then available for questions and discussion until about 10.00 am. Following the Whole School meeting on Wednesday night this week, we thought it would be good to be able to have a more personal discussion for Years 7 and 8 parents and a chance to catch up with each other for coffee and muffins. Hope to see you there!! We will provide coffee, tea and muffins in the sitting room.

Cheers Eliza, Jenny and Cathie (Class Reps)

Tuesday October 12: 6.30 - 9.00 pm

Frances Derham Art Space

This evening provides an opportunity for parents/guardians and friends to come and hear VCE students perform their current work. Artwork will be on display in the Art Space for open viewing between October 13 - 19.

Enquiries: 9817 6135

Wednesday October 13:  2.00 pm

Mug's Sitting Room, Arlington

All Arlington parents are invited to come and talk about all things related to music at Arlington.

Every Friday:  October 15 - November 12

TERM 4 SWIMMING: 8s – 11s

Contact: Michael Price michaelp@preshil.vic.edu.au

Contact: Elissa McAuliffe elissam@preshil.vic.edu.au

All sessions: 1.30 - 3.15 pm

Monday October 18

Tuesday October 26

Wednesday November 3

Thursday November 11

Friday November 19

Mug's Sitting Room

Judy R, mum of Orson (6s/7s) and Miranda (5s), and Charlotte J, mum of Nick (8s/9s), invite all parents and carers of children across the Preshil community to join them in these sessions aimed at making simple toys and decorations. These will be used as prizes in an end-of-term lucky dip for the children at Arlington. Materials and instructions will be provided for a range of simple items but new ideas are welcome. Judy and Charlotte are happy to help if you have yet to develop your sewing skills or if you don't feel confident just come along and meet other parents over coffee and homemade cake. And this is not just a girls' thing! All you men who are great knitters and stitchers are welcome too!!

Please contact the Arlington Office for further details.

Wednesday October 20:  7.30 pm

ArtSpace, Blackhall/Kalimna

This information night relates to Road Safety and the responsibilities of new drivers. More information to come.

Thursday October 21: 6.00 pm

Mug's Sitting Room

Aftercare has now been running at the school for two years. It was agreed that we would review the program at the end of this time. A meeting is being held to discuss the program and we would welcome your contribution. Everyone welcome!

Friday October 22:  (TBC)

Kevin Borland Hall, Arlington

The annual farewell dinner for our VCE Students will be on again this year in October. All VCE parents are once again invited to predinner drinks to help the students celebrate this wonderful occasion.

Contact: Marisa Lawlor marisal@preshil.vic.edu.au

Arlington parents and guardians are invited to this term's fireside chats where the teachers will discuss the year to date and talk about 2011. It's a friendly casual affair with tea, coffee and cake. Please bring something to share.

Thursday November 4: 5.30 pm     10s/11s

Tuesday November 9: 5.30 pm       6s/7s

Wednesday November 10: 5.30 pm  5s

Thursday November 11:  7.00 pm   3s/4s

Thursday November 11: 5.30 pm      8s/9s

Monday November 8: 6.00 - 8.00 pm

All current parents and guardians will shortly receive their invite to an evening soiree hosted by the Preshil Foundation. Please put this date in your diary now!

Immunisations for Year 7 students are scheduled for this date.

Contact: Judy or Jan on 9817 6135

Wednesday December 1: From 12.30 pm

Please make a note in your diaries now. All children will finish school at 12.30 pm on this day. Aftercare will be available from this time for all those who require it. 

ANNOUNCING OUR NEW WEBSITE

The new Preshil website is now up and running. Please clcik on the link and check it out.

COLES SPORTS FOR SCHOOLS: Until October 31

Our PE teacher at the senior school, Kris Austin, is coordinating this program for the school. Anyone shopping at Coles will receive vouchers for every $10 spent. There are two boxes, one at the Arlington Office and one in the senior school staff room where vouchers can be placed. At the end of the promotion the school can swap these vouchers for sports equipment. We don't expect anyone to go out of their way to support Coles, however if they already do their shopping there we would appreciate the vouchers!

Thanks from Kris

NEW STAFF APPOINTMENT: NURSERY SCHOOL

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Courtney Booth to our staff. Courtney will now be assisting Anna, Lacey and Ann in the nursery school for 4 hours each day between 10.00 am and 2.00 pm. Welcome Courtney!

REUNION: CLASSES 1999/2000/2001
 

Saturday October 16: 3.30 - 6.30 pm

Over 50 alumni are expected to be there. BYO drinks and a plate of nibbles to share. If you did not receive your invitation or know of someone who hasn't please ask them to contact Jenny on jenniferal@preshil.vic.edu.au

REUNION PROGRAM

We are really pleased to announce that a regular program of reunions for past students and staff will be established in 2011.  We are slowly building and updating our database of former students to enable us to contact everyone. If you are in touch with any alumni, we would be really grateful if you could let them know that they can now update their contact details online via the website.

If you are an alumnus and interested in organising a reunion for your year please contact:

Jenny  jenniferal@preshil.vic.edu.au

BREASTSCREEN FEEDBACK

Tuesday October 12: 6.15 - 8.00 pm

Women's Health East

Suite 5/37 Heatherdale Road Ringwood

If you are aged between 45 a,nd 70, come and share your ideas on ways that women can provide feedback to ensure a high quality BreastScreen service for all women. Refreshments and a small gift of appreciation will be provided.

Places limited. Registration by October 8 to Shelia Hirst on 0409 258 223 or sheilahirst@iiinet.net.au

CITY OF BOROONDARRA SUSTAINABILITY AWARDS

Are you doing your bit to reduce your environmental footprint and live sustainably? Do you have sustainability features in your home or garden to cut energy and water use, reduce waste and/or enhance the environment? If you are, entering the City of Boroondara's inaugural Sustainability Awards is a great way to share your family's successes and inspire others to take action! The new Awards program will be presented in two categories (homes and gardens) and is open to residents as well as professionals that have worked on residential projects in the municipality. All entries that show examples of sustainability will receive public recognition as well as a small prize. Entry forms and further information are available from the website www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/sustainability-awards . Entries are being accepted until 31 December 2010.

PUBLIC SEMINAR: RAISING HEALTHY CHILDREN IN A TOXIC WORLD

Saturday October 16: 12.30 - 3.00 pm

Hawthorn Town Hall

360 Burwood Road, Hawthorn

Cost: $30

For more information go to: www.ecotoys.com.au

THINKING OF FUNDRAISING
The Communications and Development Office regularly receives information about fundraising ideas. If you would like some ideas please come and see Jenny and Bronte who can direct you to the material available or email communications@preshil.vic.edu.au

ARLINGTON VOICES: Wednesdays Fortnightly, Music Room, Arlington 8.30 – 9.00am.

Next Date: October 20

OPEN STAGE: Wednesdays Fortnightly, Kevin Borland Hall, Arlington 8.45 - 9.00am.

Next Date: October 13

BREAKFAST CLUB: Wednesdays, B/K Staff and Students, Blackhall/Kalimna Staff Room, 8.10 – 8.50 am

YOGA: Mondays, Staff and Students, ArtSpace Blackhall/Kalimna, 1.00 - 1.30 pm

FUNBALL: Fridays with Mave, Front Garden, Arlington, 8.20 – 8.50 am

BALL ACTIVITIES: Fridays with Bill, Football Field, Arlington, 8.15 – 8.45 am

ARLINGTON STRINGS: Mondays, Kevin Borland Hall, Arlington, 8:30 - 9:00 am.

RHYTHM TREE: Wednesday and Thursday, Kevin Borland Hall, Arlington, 9:15 -10:00 am.

PRESHIL CHAMBER ORCHESTRA: Fridays in the Music Room at Kalimna, lunch time.