Term 4 Week 4 - 7 November 2018
Newsletter Articles
- Calendar of Key Events
- From the Principal………
- Perth Primary School Attendance Data
- Assembly Class Awards
- Happy Birthday
- Remembrance Day Service Monday 12th November 10.30 am
- MILKSHAKES
- School Banking
- Waste Warriors
- Canteen News…..
- MYTERN
- Parent Communication
- Launching into Learning
- Student Assistance Scheme (STAS) 2019
- Thank you
- Uniform Orders for 2019
- Uniform Shop Hours
- Outside School Care Hours (OSHC)
- Community News……
- 2018 Term Dates
- 2019 Student Free Days
- Term Dates
- PPS Support Staff
- Installing SZapp
Calendar of Key Events
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Date |
Event |
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Friday 9th Nov |
LiL Music 1:45 pm School Association Fundraising Committee Outdoor Movie Night |
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Monday 12th Nov |
Remembrance Day Service 10.30 am |
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Tuesday 13th Nov |
Fdn -2 Excursion to Peter Pan 11:00 – 12:15pm |
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Wednesday 14th Nov |
PPS Swimming Carnival 2019 Kinder Parent Information Session 9am |
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Wednesday 14th Nov |
Kinder 2019 Parent Information Session at Kinder |
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Wednesday 21st Nov |
3-4A / 4-5A Excursion to Cressy Farm School |
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Friday 23rd Nov |
NM Swimming Carnival – Hagley Esk Band Concert |
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Monday 26th Nov – Friday 30th Nov |
Water Orientation Program Years 1 & 2 |
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Monday 26th Nov – Friday 7th Dec |
SWSP Grades 3 – 5 8 days at Glen Dhu Pool, 2 days at LAC |
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Wednesday 28th Nov |
LiL End of Year Celebration 9 -11 at the Bike Centre Year 6 Transition Day |
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Thursday 29th Nov |
Schools Triathlon |
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Wednesday 12th Dec |
Grade 6 Leavers Assembly 1pm |
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Thursday 13th Dec |
Grade 6 Leavers Dinner |
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Friday 14th Dec |
2019 Class Transition |
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Monday 17th Dec |
EOY Fun Day at LAC FDN - 6 |
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Thursday 20th Dec |
Final Day Students |
School Association Fundraising Committee Presents……..
2019 Kinder Enrolments
3-6 Swimming Carnival 2018
Wednesday 14th November
3-6 Swimming Carnival
The Grade 3-6 Swimming Carnival will be held on Wednesday 14 November at Hagley Farm School.
Buses will leave school at 9:00am for a 9:45am start. Students will leave the venue by 1.45pm.
It is an expectation that all students participate in as many events as possible, as there are events to suit all ability levels (see event order).
Students need to wear their sports uniform (clearly labelled with their name). The Hagley Farm School pool is an indoor heated facility, and students will need to bring warm clothing, lunch, plenty to drink (water), bathers, towel and a plastic bag/swimming bag for wet items. A House coloured swimming cap will be provided for all students on the day.
Students will be seated in House groups (Bramich, Hirst and Lyons). Parents and family members are welcome as there is plenty of seating provided on the spectator side of the pool. Only officials can be in the marshalling, judging, recording and student House areas.
Event order:
- 25m Freestyle (Grade 3-6)
- Across Pool – only for students who didn’t participate in 25m freestyle
- 25m Breaststroke (Grade 3/4)
- 50m Breaststroke (Grade 5/6)
- 25m Backstroke (Grade 3-6)
- The Reverse Steeple Chase (noodle between legs and ducking under lane ropes) – only for students who didn’t participate in breaststroke and/or backstroke
- 50m Freestyle (Grade 4-6)
- The Wet Butler (carry a cup on a saucer with water in it across the pool going under lane ropes while keeping cup out of water) – only for students who didn’t participate in 50m freestyle
- 50m Backstroke (Grade 4-6)
- Swim across the pool – only for students who didn’t participate in 50m backstroke
- Cork Collecting relays – only for students not selected in 25m relays
- 25m Relays (each swimmer completes 1 lap – House teams are selected from individual times on the day)
It is extremely important that all students participating in stroke events can swim at least 25m competently.
A Perth Primary Swimming Team will be selected from results on the day, as heats in all stroke events are timed, to compete in the NMPSSA Swimming Carnival.
Best of luck to everyone involved!
From the Principal………
On the weekend I spent some time searching for song lyrics for connections with RESPECT. The neatest fit which everyone might know would be Aretha Franklin’s hit from 1967. Essentially it describes the relationship between a man and woman but the concept of RESPECT is the same.
A dictionary search defines respect as “due regard for the feelings, wishes or rights of others”. It is a feeling of deep admiration for someone or something based on their abilities, qualities or achievements.
Our supportive and inclusive school culture is built on the concepts of mutual respect, trust, responsibility and equity. All families are welcome in our inclusive culture. Membership comes with responsibility and expectations that all members follow for behaviour, social skills and participation. We work hard to develop shared communication between home and school and invite parents to talk with us if there are messages to share. Please talk with teachers or seek out a member of the leadership team if you have something we should know about which will assist us in supporting your child’s learning. Schools are about enhancing the learning outcomes for ALL children in our school community.
Social Media – Delight or Danger?
Recently some stories have been circulating about a very small number of parents sharing negative messages about their school via closed Facebook groups. As I know our school community is all about inclusion and transparency, I am confident this would not be happening in our school. Closed Facebook groups are all about exclusion and about something to hide. Please talk with me if you have concerns about student learning. We are doing our best to ensure that every child is supported to learn, remain safe and have a happy and successful time at school. Parent support is essential to help us with this goal. Members of staff work tirelessly and give their all to students and their learning. They deserve respect and support for their efforts rather than blame and criticism. Please see me at school if you have questions or want to make comments.
Uniform Update
This week we will be continuing to remind students about our uniform and dress code policy. This will mean asking students to remove any non-uniform items of clothing and accessories. Teachers have a special safe place to keep personal items for students until the end of the school day. Students will be offered a replacement item of school uniform to wear for the day if they require an extra layer for warmth. Our research shows clear links between wearing school uniform and appropriate choices in behaviour, social connections and focus on learning. Your support with ensuring your child comes to school every day in full school uniform is greatly appreciated. Our uniform policy is endorsed by the School Association and Student Leadership group. Thank you for your support.
Behaviour Choices Communication with Parents
In line with our goal to communicate clearly and closely with parents about matters at school we have updated our Reflection template. We hope this will better communicate the process of reflection at school. Students will record what happened as well as the actions they took when they lost control or made some poor choices. Consequences will also be listed.
The Reflection template will be sent home with children for matters where students spend time in reflection. We ask that parents discuss the incident with their child, sign the form and return it to school the next day. This makes the process more efficient. Phone calls will still be made for more serious incidents.
VSJV Project Community Drop In Session
This Community Drop In Session will be held in our hall today to share details of the project – including information about jobs, design, community and contracts. Times are 2.30 – 4.00 and 5.30 – 7.30pm.
See the link below for more information.
http://www.tasperthlink.com.au/
Light refreshments available.
School Association Open Air Cinema
This major school event will be held this Friday and promises to be a phenomenal success. This is due in large part to the amazing organisation of Jacqui Dalton and her team. Congratulations to the Fundraising Group for their initiative and creative thinking in planning ahead and showing such confidence with this initiative. Limited tickets are still available. Book online now so that you are not disappointed. Fingers crossed for a fine evening to ensure that we all have an enjoyable time.
Welcomes and Farewells
Last week we farewelled the Miller family as they left for Queensland. Best wishes for your new school to Taylah, Isabelle and Hayley and their parents.
We continue to enrol a number of new families for 2019. Please encourage new neighbours and friends to contact us so that we have accurate numbers for next year.
Lee Craw
Principal
Perth Primary School Attendance Data
Assembly Class Awards
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Class |
Student |
Assembly Award for: |
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F-1A |
Laila |
Always demonstrating the Strive for Five values at school. |
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F-1A |
Flynn |
Being a fantastic role model and demonstrating our Strive for Five values. |
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F-1B |
Indy |
Putting a lot of effort into her work and persevering with work tasks. |
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F-1B |
Nixon |
Working hard with his writing. |
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1-2A |
Lochie |
Being a great learner. |
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1-2A |
Gemma |
Demonstrating resilience. |
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1-2A |
Isabella |
Having confidence to share her thinking. |
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1-2B |
Bree |
Always leading by example and setting herself high standards in all that she does. |
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1-2B |
Jayde |
Enthusiasm and effort during reading group time. |
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2-3A |
DJ |
Remaining calm and in control all day. |
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2-3A |
Bodie |
Continuing to persist during a challenging maths task. |
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3-4A |
Christian |
Beginning to take responsibility to ensure learning tasks are finished on time. |
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3-4A |
Sam |
Being a helpful and responsible class member, helping to get the classroom ready for the day ahead. |
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4-5A |
Keelie |
Persistence and determination to be a learner especially during maths, English and group tasks. |
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4-5A |
Ivy |
Persistence and determination to be a learner especially during maths, English and group tasks. |
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5-6A |
Eloise |
Increased focus during learning times and greater attention to detail in her work. |
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5-6A |
Seth |
Taking a chance and having a go in Chinese. |
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5-6B |
Robert Hayden Gwynnie Chloe Evie |
Excellent effort in writing |
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Principal Awards |
Stephanie Zander |
Always being respectful |
Happy Birthday
Celebrating birthdays this newsletter are:
Ace, Ivy, Hayley, Levi, Monieka, Patrick, Ava, Toby, Jett, Georgia, Amelia, Isabella, Alexia, Seb, Danika, Addison, Sommah, Mrs Eldershaw and Mrs Chandler.
Remembrance Day Service Monday 12th November 10.30 am
Poppies are available to purchase from the school office for 50c.
MILKSHAKES
Milkshakes are on a Monday
Chocolate/Strawberry/Caramel
$1.50
School Banking
Duty of Care Reminder To Parents
School Times:
8:50am - 2:50pm
Supervision commences at 8:30am and ends shortly after 2:50pm. Therefore, students should not arrive at school prior to the commencement of supervision nor remain on school premises after supervision ceases. Before School Care is provided for students needing to be dropped to school before 8:30am and operates from 7:45am in the Library. Bookings are to be made via our online booking system (Qkr) or via the school office.
Waste Warriors
Canteen News…..
This week’s treat is Chocolate Brownie.
A message to families of a few things that will make your child/ren’s canteen experience even better:
- QKR orders close at 8:50am Thursday mornings
- We ask parents, where possible, to supply the correct change to prevent money being thrown in the bin as money is taped to lunch bags and it is children’s responsibility to take off the lunch bag
- When ordering frozen fruit sticks or frozen yoghurt please ensure the voucher is taken off your paper bag before putting that in the bin. Please note only 1 frozen item to be ordered purchased per child.
- Please put your order in the blue basket in your classroom before daily P.E.
- Please make sure you write what you want on the order form, your name and your class.
Order online with Qkr (our preferred payment method)
Volunteers wanted, please contact the office if you can help for a few hours on Thursday.
MYTERN
Parent Communication
School App: Schoolzine link
School Ordering Online: Qkr App link
(Canteen, Uniforms, Before School Care)
School Facebook: Perth Primary School, Tasmania
Launching into Learning
Pre-Kinder Sessions Wednesday’s July 9:00 – 9:45am
Student Assistance Scheme (STAS) 2019
STAS is one of the forms of financial assistance available to assist with the cost of school levies. The scheme provides assistance for low-income families towards the cost of levies for students enrolled from kindergarten through to year 12.
Application forms are now available for new enrolments from the school office, Service Tasmania Shops, or online via the DoE website below:
https://www.education.tas.gov.au/
For general enquiries or assistance please contact the school office or online at:
https://www.education.tas.gov.au/parents-carers/parent-fact-sheets/fees-levies/
For specific enquiries regarding assistance completing the application or application procedures please contact: Financial Assistance Services on 1800 816 057 or via email at stas@education.tas.gov.au.
Thank you
A special thank you to Hansen Orchards for donating delicious apples for our students to enjoy. Many thanks to Oswald from Loaves and Fishes for dropping them to our school.
Uniform Orders for 2019
2019 Uniform Pre-Orders
Perth Primary School Uniform shop is offering Pre-Orders of uniforms for 2019.
Payment is not required until collection.
Orders can be placed electronically at the link below or by printing the attached order below and returning to the school office.
https://perthps.schoolzineplus.com/form/4
Please have your orders completed by Thursday 29th December 2018.
These orders will be available for pick up from the Uniform Shop on Friday 14th December 2018 from 2:00pm - 3:00pm and on Levy Payment Days at the end of January 2019 (dates to be advised).
Uniform Shop Hours
Tuesday 8:45am – 9:00am
Friday 8:45am – 9:00am
EFTPOS is available at the school office.
Orders can be placed via Qkr (online ordering).
Outside School Care Hours (OSHC)
Vacancies available for
Early Birds and After School Care
Early Birds 7:45am - 8:30am Monday - Friday
please contact the school office 6398 2302 ($3 per child)
Please Note: Payments and bookings can be made via cash or the Qkr app
(our preferred payment method).
Please Note: Parents are required to personally drop off children to BSC.
After School Care – Midlands Kids Club (Northern Midlands Council)
please contact Kate Lee – 0438 911 303
Community News……
2018 Term Dates
Term 1 Start: Monday 5 February (teachers commence); Wednesday 7 February (students commence). Term 1 Finish: Thursday 12 April (students finish). Friday 13 April (teachers finish).
Easter break: Friday 30 March – 3 April.
Term 2 Start: Monday 30 April. Term 2 Finish: Friday 6 July
Term 3 Start: Monday 23 July. Term 3 Finish: Friday 28 September
Term 4 Start: Monday 15 October. Term 4 Finish: Thursday 20 December (students finish); Friday 21 December (teachers finish)
2019 Student Free Days
Professional Learning Day 1 - 5th February 2019
Moderation Day - 12th April 2019
Professional Learning Day 2 - 22nd July 2019
Professional Learning Day 3 - 1st November 2019
Term Dates
Term dates for students in 2018 are:
Term 4: Monday 15th October - Thursday 20th December
PPS Support Staff
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Lindy Bailey |
School Chaplain |
Monday / Thursday |
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Allison Maloney |
School Psychologist |
Wednesday |
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Fran Horan |
Social Worker |
Tuesday (Even weeks) |
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Juanita Du Vergier |
School Nurse |
Thursday |
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Kristina Tachtsis |
Speech Pathologist |
Friday |
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