{"id":6061,"date":"2026-03-22T11:13:20","date_gmt":"2026-03-22T11:13:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hcmontessori.vic.edu.au\/?p=6061"},"modified":"2026-09-16T09:42:41","modified_gmt":"2026-09-15T23:42:41","slug":"clean-up-australia-day-childcare","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/montessoriminds.vic.edu.au\/hoppers-crossing\/clean-up-australia-day-childcare\/","title":{"rendered":"Caring for Our Environment \u2013 Clean Up Australia Day at Hoppers Crossing Montessori Centre"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">On&nbsp;<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">5th March<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, our children, educators, and families came together to&nbsp;participate&nbsp;in&nbsp;<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Clean Up Australia Day<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, showing wonderful care and responsibility for our local environment.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It was truly heartwarming to see the children so engaged and enthusiastic as they carefully collected pieces of paper and other small items around the area. Their excitement and dedication reminded us how powerful early learning experiences can be in shaping positive habits for the future.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Participating in activities like this helps children understand that&nbsp;<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">everyone plays&nbsp;an important role&nbsp;in caring for the environment and the community we share<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. Through hands-on experiences, children begin to develop a sense of&nbsp;<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">respect, responsibility, and belonging<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;to the world around them.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This experience reflects key principles of the&nbsp;<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework (VEYLDF)<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Outcome 2 \u2013 Community:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;Children learn that they are part of a wider community and that their actions can contribute to caring for the environment.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Outcome 4 \u2013 Learning:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;Children develop curiosity and a sense of responsibility through meaningful, real-life experiences.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Outcome 1 \u2013 Identity:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;Children build confidence as capable individuals who can make a positive difference.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We would also like to&nbsp;<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">extend our sincere thanks to the parents and families who were able to join us for this event<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. Your participation helped make the experience even more meaningful for the children.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We completely understand that many families have busy schedules, and we&nbsp;truly appreciate&nbsp;your continued support in&nbsp;different ways. 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