Term 2 Week 4 - 22 May 2019
Newsletter Articles
- Calendar of Key Events
- From the Principal…..
- National Simultaneous Storytime
- Kinder Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea
- 4-5D Writer’s Notebook Enquiry – Mutton Birds
- 5/6 Camp Fundraising Cake Stall
- Prep-1 Clayton/Wyatt Classroom Activities
- Author Visit - Dianne Wolfer
- Solar Buddy
- School Health Nurse
- Prep-1 CW / Prep-1 A Excursion to CataractGorge
- Kinder 2020 Enrolments are open!
- National Walk to School Safely Day
- Cross Country Carnival
- Bravehearts Keep Safe Adventure Show
- Launch into Learning
- Perth Primary School Attendance Data
- NMPSSA Winter Sport Roster Grades 5 & 6
- Happy Birthday
- Assembly Awards
- Student Banking day is Thursday
- Duty of Care Reminder To Parents
- Canteen News…..
- Uniform Shop Hours
- Outside School Care Hours (OSHC)
- Community News……
- Term Dates
- 2019 PPS Support Staff
- Installing SZapp
Calendar of Key Events
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Date |
Event |
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Thurs 23rd May |
Braveheart’s Ditto Program 11.00am K-2 Cross Country 12.45pm |
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Tues 4th June |
Assembly P-1A Hosting 2.00pm Northern Midlands Cross Country |
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Monday 10th June |
Public Holiday – Queens Birthday |
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Tues 18th June |
Assembly P-1 CW Hosting 2.10pm |
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Friday 21st June |
Reports Home |
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Mon 24th – Thurs 27th June |
Parent Teacher Discussions |
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Tues 25th June |
All Schools Cross Country |
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Friday 5th July |
Last day of Term 2 |
From the Principal…..
During the past two weeks students at PPS, just like students in grades 3,5,7 and 9 in every other Australian school, have been involved in NAPLAN tests. This is to show their understandings and skills in reading, writing, language conventions and numeracy. Unlike many other schools, our students have not experienced major disruptions to the testing process, with only minor connectivity issues reported at our site. I have been immensely proud of the way students have been focused and resilient, and have shown the character qualities which we have talked about as important for success – optimism, enthusiasm, perseverance, self-control, curiosity, gratitude and social intelligence. A huge thank you must go to Ben Johnson whose planning and trouble-shooting has meant that our NAPLAN sessions for students have been relatively smooth. Results from this year’s tests will be available later in the year, with information available to parents once it arrives at school. On Monday, the Minister for Education, Hon Jeremy Rockcliff, announced that Tasmanian students would not resit tests in other schools where there have been interruptions to testing sessions.
Assembly Guest Speaker
Yesterday we were privileged to welcome Southern Cross TV News reader Jo Palmer as our assembly guest speaker. Jo talked with us about Optimism and the importance of always having a positive attitude. She shared a personal story to help students understand the concept of Optimism. Jo presented certificates linked to Optimism for students as part of our assembly.
Next assembly will be hosted by Prep-1 A. Annah Fromberg, ABC News, will be the guest speaker. Annah will speak about Enthusiasm. Assembly will start at 2pm.
Walk Safely to School Day
Last Friday was National Walk Safely to School Day. It was a wonderful healthy way for many of our students and families to start the day walking to school. Thank you to our student leaders who were at the entrances to school to provide stickers to everyone who participated and to teachers and parents who walked with students. Walking is one of the healthy habits which is promoted as part of our Move Well Eat Well program at PPS.
Staffing Changes
Recently we have been working to organise replacement teacher assistants for several members of our team who will be absent for some time. Deb Van Est is away for a few weeks now, and will also be absent for all of Term 3. Martina McIntyre is away for the rest of this term and we wish her a speedy recovery. Jan Maher will assist in the library during Mrs McIntyre’s absence.
Election Day Fundraising
During a busy weekend where the nation’s eyes were focused on the election, the 5/6 fundraising group managed to raise a very healthy total towards the 5/6 camp which is planned for October this year. Congratulations to co-ordinator, Kristy Springer and other helpers who worked effectively as a team to ensure that the cake stall, BBQ and wood raffle were all well supported by members of the Perth community. An excellent total of $2155 was raised to assist families in their costs towards this year’s camp. Congratulations to all helpers and many thanks to all sponsors for your generous support.
Lee Craw
Principal
National Simultaneous Storytime
Kinder Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea
4-5D Writer’s Notebook Enquiry – Mutton Birds
5/6 Camp Fundraising Cake Stall
Firstly can I say a huge THANK YOU to everyone for helping out on the Election Day Cake Stall/BBQ/Wood Raffle. It was a huge success and well supported by the Perth Community. I am thrilled to announce we made a total profit of $2155! Unbelievably pleased and proud to know what we can achieve when we work together as a team. Top job everyone! All proceeds from this event will go directly to this year’s 5/6 camp. Our students will have an amazing time thanks to everyone’s contribution.
We would like to thank our AMAZING supporters:
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Barnes Family |
Bevan Lee's Butchery |
Coles Kings Meadows |
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Cripps Bakery |
Perth IGA |
VEC |
Woolworths Kings Meadows |
Regards
Kristy Springer
5/6 Camp Fundraising Coordinator
Prep-1 Clayton/Wyatt Classroom Activities
Author Visit - Dianne Wolfer
Solar Buddy
School Health Nurse
Join us for lunch time activities in the hall with Nurse Bec.
Monday lunch times - 1pm after fruit snacks in the playground
We’ll have fun with yoga, dancing, mindfulness activities and indoor games.
See you there!
Fruit
Thanks you Perth Lions Club for your ongoing donation that supports the PPS fresh fruit program.
Prep-1 CW / Prep-1 A Excursion to Cataract
Gorge
Kinder 2020 Enrolments are open!
National Walk to School Safely Day
Cross Country Carnival
Bravehearts Keep Safe Adventure Show
Launch into Learning
Perth Primary School Attendance Data
NMPSSA Winter Sport Roster Grades 5 & 6
Happy Birthday
Celebrating birthdays this newsletter are:
Max, Kaylee, Scarlett, Lucas, Charlotte, Harry, Zander, Zaria, Chris, Riley, Mila, Flynn, Gemma, Scarlett, Mrs Katsabiris and Mrs Richards.
Assembly Awards
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Class |
Student |
Assembly Award for: |
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P-1CW |
Stacey |
Always greeting the class with a smile every day when coming into the classroom. |
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P-1CW |
Oliver |
A positive approach each and every day when walking into the classroom. |
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P-1A |
Kaylee |
Approaching all of her learning with a friendly smile and positive attitude. |
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P-1A |
Beau |
Beau arrives at school with a smile that lasts all day! He helps make our classroom a happy place. |
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1-2HW |
Dulcie |
Demonstrating optimism by always being positive in her nature and striving to do her best. |
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1-2HW |
Tilly |
Demonstrating optimism by always being positive in her nature and for believing in herself. |
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1-2HW |
Olivia |
Demonstrating optimism by being a positive student who believes if they try hard things will turn out. |
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2-3B |
DJ |
His optimistic and focused approach to NAPLAN. |
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2-3B |
Payton |
Positive and friendly words to others during challenging times. |
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2-3C |
Olivia |
Building self-belief through persistence and positive thinking. |
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2-3C |
Manny |
Expressing gratitude and seeing the opportunity in challenges. |
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3-4JL |
Logan |
For optimism and positivity when things feel hard, puzzling or unfamiliar during learning time. |
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3-4JL |
Mikayla |
For optimism and positivity when things feel hard, puzzling or unfamiliar during learning time. |
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3-4JL |
Bree |
For optimism and positivity when things feel hard, puzzling or unfamiliar during learning time. |
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4-5D |
Charlotte |
Demonstrating a positive growth mind set and for approaching challenges with an optimistic outlook. |
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4-5D |
Charlize |
Using her optimistic attitude to inspire others to be positive and try as hard as she is prepared to try. |
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5-6 LJ |
Charli |
For her quietly determined approach to her learning always being prepared to focus and work hard! |
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5-6 LJ |
Georgie |
Consistently displaying a positive and determined approach to all aspects of her learning! |
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5-6 W |
Keelie |
A positive shift in attitude which has helped her to approach learning opportunities with increasing optimism. |
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5-6 W |
Tarnia |
Always staying positive and open to new opportunities. |
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Principal Award |
Carson |
Optimism for showing a confident approach to tasks presented at school, even when they involve tricky thinking. |
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Principal Award |
Lily |
Optimism for your confidence in being successful with the things you attempt at school. |
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A/Principal Award |
Alana |
Displaying positivity, patience and flexibility with her learning. |
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A/Principal Award |
Harry |
Displaying positivity, patience and flexibility with her learning. |
Student Banking day is Thursday
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. A teacher will be on duty to supervise children catching the bus. 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. Cost is $3 per session.
Canteen News…..
Ordering canteen is done online via our Qkr. Parents need to update their child/ren’s class every year. Please look further in the newsletter for instructions to download the Qkr app.
Sweet treat is:
Moist Banana Bread (Week 3 and 4)
Uniform Shop Hours
Monday 8:45am – 9:00am
Payments by cash, Qkr, or EFTPOS (at the office)
There is a Facebook page moderated by parents which sells second hand uniforms. This can be found on Facebook at: Perth Primary School (Tas) buy and sell uniforms.
Outside School Care Hours (OSHC)
Limited vacancies!
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……
Work is continuing on the implementation of the new Educational Adjustments funding model for students with disability in Tasmanian Government schools, which will deliver funding to schools from 2020.
The new Educational Adjustments approach will support inclusive practice in schools and align supports to the educational adjustments teachers make in the classroom to assist students with disability access, participate and engage in quality learning programs.
To support this critical work we have now launched a new website which provides important information and resources for schools and parents on this new approach.
Please visit the website at Educational Adjustments.
Schools are encouraged to share this site with their teaching staff, parents and families.
You are welcome to share a copy of the Facebook post, which was distributed on the DoE facebook page last Thursday – the weblink is:
https://www.facebook.com/tasgoveducation/photos/a.266664613449550/2275986912517300/?type=3&theater
We are also undertaking state-wide consultation forums with parents and key stakeholder groups during Term 2. Please encourage your families to attend a forum if they are seeking further information. Details about the forums are available via Educational Adjustments.
Earn and Learn
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Cancer Council’s Biggest Morning Tea Thursday 30th May |
Entertainment Books
Books are available at the office for $65 or via online.
Term Dates
2019
Term 2 Finish: Friday 5 July
Term 3 Start: Monday 22 July. Term 3 Finish: Friday 27 September
Term 4 Start: Monday 14 October. Term 4 Finish: Thursday 19 December (students finish); Friday 20 December (teachers finish)
2019
Student Free Days
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Professional Learning Day 2 |
22 July 2019 |
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Professional Learning Day 3 |
1 November 2019 |
2019 PPS Support Staff
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Chris Brooks |
Allison Maloney |
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Mel Petterwood |
Bec Beeston |
Hollie Flaherty |
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