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Pupil Free Day
Wednesday 28 October
Teacher Professional
Learning Day
From the Principal
Disco Dancing at UPPS
Friday night was simply fantastic! The children looked absolutely beautiful as
they danced and sang together. They must also be commended for their wonderful behaviour. Thank you to our staff for organising the event, particularly Mrs
Heather Delahunty and Ms Chanelle Pelchen. Thank you also to all of our parents who supported us by not only providing the money to attend and purchase items, but also
by delivering and collecting children so promptly. Thanks also to our Parent Club, who also
supported us on the night. We really appreciate your efforts.
School Council
Lapathon/Mini Fete
Thursday 12 November
Ballarat Show Day
Friday 13 November
Pupil Free Day
Monday 16 November
Report Writing
Grade 4 Camp
Monday 25 - Wednesday
27 November at
Log Cabin Lodge
We are very fortunate to have two parents offer to join School Council. The
school benefits so much when parents take an interest in what we do and offer
their time to support our programs and operations. Mr Andrew Simpson and Mr Bill Newman
have nominated to join School Council, which means that an election will be held. Parents are
encouraged to become involved by voting at the office. Voting will close on Friday 16 th October
at 4pm. Thank you to Andrew and Bill, for their willingness to participate in the governance of
our school.
Homework
Please find on this newsletter a copy of the Homework Policy that has been recently ratified by School Council. Unit Leaders have recently sent home letters
explaining homework expectations across the school. We are also beginning a
Homework Club on Fridays that will provide support to children who have been
unable to complete their homework. I am very happy to discuss the homework policy and our
expectations with parents who may have questions or concerns.
Run Ballarat
Congratulations to our staff, parents and children who participated in Run
Ballarat. A particular highlight was the fabulous performance of The Sweeney
boys, who ran incredibly well in the 1 km race in the U14 age group.
Congratulations Wil and Beau!
Prep Open Morning
Our school will be open this Thursday from 9.30 until 10.30am. This provides a
great opportunity for our community to observe firsthand the programs that we
offer.
Best wishes for a great week,
Janet Hillgrove
Principal
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Learner of the Week
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Charli Q
Declan A
Hayley D
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Caden S
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01W
Charlotte S
Tyson P
02D
02S
Sarah B
Locklan A-P
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Jacob B
03M
Ashton C
34B
Bailey C
04O
Lily F
05P
Georgia J
05T
06H
06W
Cayden T
Aidan T
Harry G
Citizenship
For her excellent attitude towards school. Keep on trying your best.
For great counting skills. Declan can count by 10’s to 100.
For always putting in 100% effort in all areas of learning. Welcome to
UPPS.
For his enthusiastic attitude towards becoming a better writer.
Caden’s writing is improving everyday!
For her amazing ability to add up three digit numbers in Maths.
For starting term 4 in a hardworking way, showing us he is ready for
grade 2.
For being very helpful to others in the classroom.
For his enthusiastic approach to Term 4. Lockie you will continue to
move mountains if you maintain your responsible and energetic
approach to learning. Keep shining.
For how you always put 100% effort into your lerning. The presenta
tion of your work is wonderful.
For his willingness to try new things - he provides a great example to
others.
For getting your pen licence and continuing to be neat with your work.
It is amazing how much effort you always put in. Well done and keep it
up.
For making an excellent start to Term 4. Lily is a friendly and cooperative member of 4O.
For trying her hardest to complete her work on time. Well done
Georgia, keep it up.
For his fantastic enthusiasm towards spelling group activities.
For his continued effort and hard work within the classroom
For his excellent contributions in class, proving himself to be an out
standing leader and role model.
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Parent Club
ICY POLES & POTATO CHIPS
This Wednesday at lunch time we are also selling small
packets of potato chips, twisties, burger rings etc for 50
cents each as well as the icy poles.
Icy poles will be for sale every Wednesday at lunch time for
50 cents each.
Helpers are needed to sell icy poles, if you can help please
put your name on the roster on the notice board in the
MPR thank you.
Book Fair is coming
to Urquhart Park
ICY POLE ROSTER
When: Monday 12 to
Friday 16 October
Wednesday 14 October - Miff Yeoman & Amanda Perrett
Where: Middle Unit Library
Open for Sales: 8.30 to 9.00 daily
3.10 to 3.30 daily
Vic Park Explorers
Club
Starting every Wednesday is the
VIC PARK
Explorers Club.
Using Vic Park is covered by our local excursion
form. Please see the office if you have not completed this form for your child.
National Home Doctor Service
Beginning in Ballarat 12 October
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Mini Fete Donations
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IW need your help and would love any
donations of books and toys in good condition for their stall on
lapathon day.
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To book - simply call - 13SICK (13 7425)
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Thank you - Mrs Williams
NETBALL
13 October
3/4
4.00pm
Crt 3
5/6
5.40pm
Crt 2
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JAPAN CHALLENGE POSTER COMPETITION
All students from grades 4, 5 and 6 are learning about Japanese seasons this term, and are beginning to prepare
posters for the "Japan Challenge", a Ballarat and regional poster competition currently in its 10th year.
We are looking for three entries to represent UPPS from each of the categories (3/4 and 5/6).
I can't wait to see what amazing interpretations of Japanese seasons our students come up with!
Mr. Paxton
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Fruity Pizzas
These fruity pizzas are a sweet snack that is made from pikelets spread with orange cream cheese whip and
topped with fresh fruit. Kids will love making these with a grown-up’s help.
Serves: 24
FRESH FROM THE GARDEN: EGGS
Ingredients
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Pikelets: 1 cup (150g) self-raising flour
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1/4 cup (60g) caster sugar
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1/4 tsp bicarbonate soda
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1 egg lightly beaten
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3/4 (180 ml) milk
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1 tsp white vinegar
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15g butter for frying the pikelets
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Extra butter for frying the pikelets
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For the topping: 1 tib (250g) spreadable cream
cheese
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2 tbsp. orange juice
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Zest of one orange
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1/2 cup (80g) ising sugar
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1 banana sliced
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2 kiwifruit peeled and sliced
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1 punnet strawberries
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1 punnet blueberries
Equipment
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Frypan
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Knife
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Egg flip
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Measuring cup
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Bowl
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Measuring spoon
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Grater
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Whisk
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Mixing spoon
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Chopping board
Method
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To make the pikelet batter; in a bowl mix the flour, sugar and bicarbonate together. Add the egg, milk and vinegar, missing well and then beat in the butter until you have a smooth batter.
2.
Heat frying pan on medium heat and brush with melted butter. Add tablespoons of batter and cook until golden,
flip and cook the other side. Set aside on a plate.
3.
Place cream cheese, orange juice, zest and icing sugar in a bowl and whisk until smooth and well combined.
4.
Spread cream cheese on top of pikelets and top with fresh fruit.
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You can warm the cream cheese in the microwave for 20 seconds to make it easier to whip.
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Make sure your frypan is at a gentle, consistent heat; otherwise your pikelets will burn
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