Marnebek Newsletter
25th February 2022
Issue 2
Message from the Principal’s Office
Chris Murray
Dear Parents and Carers,
This week at Marnebek we held our first Student Support Group (SSG) for all students for 2022. It was fantastic to see parents, families, and carers onsite to hear from their teachers. SSGs are a vital component in ensuring our students are receiving targeted education and that we are all working towards the same goals. We understand that it's a very busy time and you may not have been able to make an appointment, however, please feel free to call your child's teacher and schedule an appointment.
As you are aware, as of term 2 we will be entering the first stage of our building project. This is a major milestone with works beginning at both the New Holland and Corrigans Road campuses. I'd like to reassure families that safety is our number one priority and all works will be completed above regular requirements.
In order to accommodate the removal of classrooms so the building can commence, we will be relocating two groups of students to Cranbourne Primary School and Cranbourne West Secondary. Students will be supported by Marnebek staff and work within their regular class groups. If you have any questions regarding student movement at this time please contact the school. We will also be holding parent information nights and tours of the schools as we move closer to term 2.
Finally, it was great to see the Senior Pathways students attend interschool sport last Friday. Interschool sport is a highlight for many students and with COVID restrictions easing we were able to attend the first soccer session for the year at the State Hockey Centre. Well done to those students, we look forward to hearing about all your achievements.
Kind regards,
Chris Murray |Assistant Principal
Key Dates & Events
Term 1, 2022
Monday, 14th March
Labour Day - Public Holiday
Thursday, 7th April
Last Day of Term 1 - 2pm finish!
Friday, 8th April
Curriculum Day - No Student Attendance
Tuesday, 26th April
1st Day of Term 2 - Curriculum Day - No Student Attendance
Wednesday, 27th April
Students return to school
Fantastic work samples by our students!
Fantastic effort by Thomas 9/10 B
Fantastic shapes by
Chaar 7/8 E
Awesome Maths skills by Tyler 7/8 E
Amazing subtraction skills by Daani 7/8 A
Awesome skip counting by
Kyiah 7/8 E
Brilliant work by Ashton 9/10 B
Great effort by Carl 7/8 A
Classroom Snapshots
Primary School - New Holland Drive Campus
Welcome to Grade 1/2 E
Highlights - Sensory Play & Visual Art!
It has been an interesting start to the school year. However, it’s a pleasure seeing all the students of grade 1/2 E happy and interacting with their new friends in class.
We are slowly getting into our classroom routine and learning to follow instructions and our classroom rules. We have been busy back at school. We have been participating in a lot of classroom activities which focuses on our Literacy and Numeracy skills. We enjoy exploring sensory play and art. We are happy to be back at school and look forward to more interesting and fun days.
Wendy Labrooy
1/2 E Teacher
PREP D
In Prep D we have now finished our fourth week at Marnebek School. Our first four weeks at Marnebek school have been filled with having fun while learning. We have been enjoying playing with our new friends in both Prep D and the other the Prep Students.
We have been focusing on learning how to take turns both in our classroom and our playgrounds, so we can be fair to everyone. Prep D students have been working on their Gross-Motor Skills and been have enjoying our new play equipment.
Amy Jones
Prep D Teacher
PREP C
Prep C have enjoyed spending time in the therapy room this week. We have had lots of fun using the tunnel and swing. We have also been learning about turn taking during SWPBS. Everyone enjoyed taking turns with the water sensory tub during the hot days.
Mikaela Ramsay
Prep C Teacher
PREP A
Morning circle in room 401
Students in Prep A are doing great with the morning circle. The circle time routine helps our class members establish membership while developing a school community and culture as part of our Inquiry focus during semester one.
Yohana Ziem
Prep A Teacher
Secondary School - New Holland Drive Campus
Work Samples from Years 7/8
Secondary & Pathways - Corrigans Rd Campus
Welcome to 9/10 B!
It has been a great start to the year for students in 9/10 B at Corrigan's Road Campus. We have been focusing on improving our social skills whilst building our academic skills through hands on activities within literacy and numeracy and other domains.
Students have enjoyed the transition for the New Holland Drive Campus over to Corrigan's Road Campus and have embraced the change. Well done 9/10 B!
2022 promises to be a great year!
Libby Butcher
9/10 B Teacher
SW-PBS
SW-PBS Legends - Term 1 Week 4
SW-PBS House Total - Term 1 Week 4
Upcoming Events
Student Representative Council - Call for Nominations
Put Your Hand Up for SRC 2022!
We have many roles of leadership available to our students. Neighbourhood Captains/ Roles will present a speech to their Learning Neighbourhood on the 4th of March. After the presentations each student will have the chance to vote for their favourite candidate!
The following roles are available:
Neighbourhood Captains/ Roles
· Male and Female Neighbourhood Captains
· Male and Female Vic Captain (Learning Neighbourhood 4 Cranbourne West SC only)
· Male and Female Sports Captain
· Male and Female Environment Captain
· Male and Female ICT Captain
Students to vote for their captain post presentation at Neighbourhood assembly on 4th March
We also have other positions of responsibility.
The following roles are available:
Other positions of responsibility
· Flag captain (NHD and Corrigans Rd only)
· Bus captains
· House Captains
These captains will be selected by staff neighbourhood leader except house captains which will be voted in by house staff.
GOOD LUCK!
TheirCare (OSHC)
Afterschool & School Holidays Services
Our school has partnered with an independent provider TheirCare to provide After Care and Holiday Care services to our school community.
The program services the children in the school from 3:00pm each day until 6:00pm. During school holidays the service will operate from 7:00am until 6:00pm. Families wishing to use this service can visit the TheirCare website: http://theircare.com.au/
Families are also eligible for a Government rebate which reduces the cost per session. Further information can also be obtained by contacting the school or ringing TheirCare on: 1300 072 410.
TheirCare provides a stimulating and safe environment for all children and an environment where children from and enjoy their time in their program. During sessions children develop life skills, friendships, confidence and creativity through play.
School Uniform
Beleza Uniform Shop
Marnebek School Uniforms can be purchased through:
BELEZA SCHOOL UNIFORMS CRANBOURNE
126 High St, Cranbourne VIC 3977
Website: Beleza – High Street Cranbourne
Phone: (03) 5996 6861
Our uniform price lists are below:
New Holland Drive Campus- Junior Years Price List 2021-2022
Corrigans Road Campus- Senior Years Price List 2021-2022
Mental Health Resources For Parents/Carers
These resources will help to support the mental health and wellbeing of our students and the young people in our care during this time.
We encourage everyone in our community to access these resources and take care of themselves during this time.
Services and support for students and their families:
A Quick Guide to Student Mental Health and Wellbeing resources is available for students, parents and carers looking to access expert guidance and resources to support wellbeing.
Supporting the mental health and wellbeing of our students remains our priority this year, especially during the continued COVID-19 pandemic and while students are learning from home during the current circuit breaker restrictions.
For students, the guide includes resources to support their own mental health and wellbeing.
Advice and resources for students about ways to adapt their learning during coronavirus, to look after themselves and where to get help.
Wellbeing activities fearing AFL and AFLW players with tips on managing stress, staying active and gratitude.
Kick it with Victory physical activities with Melbourne Victory Football Club.
Smiling Mind mindfulness activities for senior secondary school students, including short videos, online tip sheets and meditations.
The guide also includes resources and supports for parents and carers to help them build their child’s physical and mental health and wellbeing. This includes:
Resources to support children’s physical, mental health and wellbeing
Wellbeing activities and conversation starters
Raising Learners podcast series
How to talk to your child about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Wellbeing guidance for parents and carers is also available on the Department’s website or through the confidential parent hotline, Parentline, available 8am to midnight, seven days a week. Phone: 13 22 89.
Headspace has also developed supporting messages for students and parents and carers, providing advice, guidance and ideas to ensure that everyone’s wellbeing is looked after during this time.
Child Safe School
Our Commitment to Child Safety
Marnebek School is committed to child safety.
We want children to be safe, happy and empowered.
We support and respect all children, as well as our staff.
We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment of all children.
We have zero tolerance of child abuse, and all allegations and safety concerns will be treated very seriously and consistently with our robust policies and procedures.
We have legal and moral obligations to contact authorities when we are worried about a child’s safety, which we follow rigorously.
Community Notices
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