Dear Families, 

We are very quickly making our way through term four, with only six weeks left to go! I trust that everyone had a wonderful Melbourne Cup day off, and even better if you were lucky enough to have an extra long weekend.

End of Semester Reports

Our teachers spent Monday starting to analyse student learning data and begin writing end of year reports. All reports will be live on Compass for families to access from the last week of the term. 

Foundation Transition

We have our first transition day tomorrow! We will be welcoming our 2025 Preps to the Arrowsmith campus and having a parent information session. I am looking forward to meeting our future students and families. 

Young Leaders Day

Our Young Leaders had their final leadership learning day yesterday at Wallan SC. Our students had the opportunity to listen to guest speakers and engage with student leaders from across our network of primary schools. We are looking forward to continuing this with our 2025 student leaders.

Student Placement 2025

We are currently working through the process of creating our 2025 classes. To assist us with this process, we would appreciate it if parents could notify us if their child will NOT be enrolled at Beveridge PS in 2025.

I hope our group of 50 Grade 4/5 students enjoy their excursion to Citipower Centre tomorrow to watch a cricket match!

Yours sincerely, 

Christine Cole

• 8th November: 4/5 Big Bash Excursion (Limited Numbers - CLOSED)
• 8th November: 2025 Foundation Transition
• 11th November: Remembrance Day Service
• 13th November: Grade 6 2025 Uniforms Online Orders Due to PSW
• 15th November: Grade 2 Reptile Incursion 
• 15th November: Zooper Dooper sales at Arrowsmith
• 18th November: BSE Program - Grade 6 Incursion 
• 21st Novmeber: Grade 4/5 Werribee Zoo Excursion
• 22nd November: 2025 Foundation Transition
• 22nd November: Zooper Dooper sales at Arrowsmith
• 29th November:150 Year Celebration Day 

• 6th December: Grade 1 Edgar's Mission Excursion
• 9th December: Assumption College Year 7 Transition 
• 10th December: Government High Schools - Year 7 Transition
• 10th December: STEP UP DAY - Transition Program (info to follow)
• 12th December: Grade 6 Graduation 
• 13th December: Curriculum Day 
• 18th December: Grade 6 Funfields Excusrion 
• 20th December: Last Day of Term Early Finish 12noon & 12:15

Our Young Leaders had their final leadership learning day yesterday at Wallan SC.

Students had the opportunity to listen to some fantastic guest speakers including former Matilda's player Nicky Leitch!

Certificates were awarded to all students for their committment to the program throughout the year.

Young Leaders

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Crumbs & Co Lunch Orders last order date 19^th December 2024.

At the beginning of 2025 we will be using a new canteen service and we would like to advise that lunch orders can be placed with Crumbs & Co up until the 19^th of December 2024.

If you have any credit on your flexischools account please ensure it is used before the end of the school year.

We would like to say a huge thank you Crumbs & Co for supplying lunches at our school for the past year!

A Joyous Diwali Celebration: A Night of Lights, Culture, and Community Spirit

This year's Diwali celebration organised by Beveridge Primary School’s Dwaraka Indian Community Playgroup and Kilmore Primary School’s Family Learning Multicultural Playgroup was a resounding success, bringing together members of our community to celebrate the Festival of Lights in a truly spectacular way. Held at the Greater Beveridge Community Centre on Friday the 25^th of October from 5.00 pm to 8.00 pm, the evening was filled with joy, laughter, and a deep sense of connection. From the vibrant cultural performances to the delicious food shared, it was a celebration that reflected the very spirit of Diwali — triumph of light over darkness, and good over evil which was also highlighted by a message to raise awareness on family violence.

The event kicked off with an elegant lighting ceremony by our Chief Guest Mr Rob Mitchell MP /Member for McEwen, Ms Tregambe, a representative for the Member for Kalkallo/Minister for Carers Hon Ros Spence and Christine Cole, principal of Beveridge Primary School.

The cultural programs highlighted the diversity and beauty of Indian traditions. Traditional dance performances, including a semi classical Indian dance and energetic Bollywood-style group dance by Jollity Bollywood dance company; Bhangra dance by Beveridge Primary School children and Punjabi Gidha by mothers in Dwaraka playgroup dazzled the audience. Elderly adults performed lively Punjabi dances singing cultural songs. It was a powerful reminder of how Diwali brings people of all ages and backgrounds together to celebrate. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated in making the cultural program a truly unforgettable experience.

Such an event wouldn’t have been possible without the generous support of our sponsors. A sincere thank you to Bendigo Bank for their generous community grant which helped cover the major expenses for the event. Thanks to Mitchell Shire Council for their contribution towards refreshments. Their continued support not only made this Diwali celebration possible but also helped us enhance the overall experience for the entire community. Special thanks to Mitchell Shire Council staff members Joe Guta (Community Development Officer - Health, Wellbeing and Diversity) Teagan Harris (Coordinator Community Development and Youth Services) and Maria Hodgins (Acting Placemaking Officer) for their support with organising the event.

Yuva Films Productions gave a generous discount for their services with photo/video coverage.

We’d also like to express our gratitude to the volunteers who gave their time and resources to ensure the event ran smoothly. From assisting with decorations to helping with logistics, your contributions were truly invaluable. We are incredibly lucky to have such a dedicated community.

No Diwali celebration is complete without a spread of traditional savory delights and sweets, and this year’s event was no exception. The aroma of freshly made pakoras, naan bread, pulao rice, vegetable korma and butter chicken filled the air.  Guests were treated to a diverse selection of dishes including gulab jamun sweet that showcased the culinary diversity of India. Thanks to Sunrise Sweets for providing a considerable discount to the cost of food ordered.

The celebration ended with lighting of sparklers outside the community hall. It was heartwarming to see families come together with laughter and festive cheer.

We look forward to making next year’s Diwali celebration even bigger and better, continuing the tradition of bringing our community together in the spirit of celebration, culture, and unity.

Once again, thank you to everyone who participated, volunteered, and attended. Your presence made this Diwali celebration truly special. We wish all of you a prosperous year ahead, filled with happiness, peace, and light!

Here are links to a video and an article about the event published in last week’s Northern Central Review.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LoOD8pqq-y6pXT5VmbbZTZHxCdaRKDhg

https://ncreview.com.au/2024/10/29/diwali-celebrations/

Shanthi Antony

Leading Teacher (English as an Additional Language)

Mitchell Shire Cluster of Schools

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