Term 4 Week 4 4 November 2020
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Calendar of Key Events
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Event |
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Mon 16 – Fri 27 November |
3-5 SWSP |
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Thursday 12 November |
PPS Sports Fun Day K-6 |
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Friday 13 November |
2021 Kinder Parent Information Session 9.30am – 10.30am 2-3C, 3-4JL and 3-4D Excursion to Woolmer’s 5-6 LJ and 5-6W Excursion to Village Cinemas |
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Thursday 19 November |
Infant Fun Day – Longford PS |
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Friday 20 November |
Pre-Kinder 9.30am -10.30am (Children only – Parents to remain on site) |
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Monday 23 & 24 November |
Country Gold Cricket – Grade 5 & 6 |
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Tuesday 24 November |
Mowbray Heights Rock Band Performance 2.00pm – 2.30pm |
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Wed 25 November |
Year 6 Transition Day |
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Thursday 26 November |
Prep Excursion to Hagley Farm School |
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Friday 27 November |
Pre-Kinder 9.30am -10.30am (Children only – Parents to remain on site) |
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Tuesday 1 December |
Esk Band Performance in Assembly 2pm |
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Friday 4 December |
Launching into Learning (LiL) End of Year Celebration – Punchbowl Reserve |
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Tues 8 December |
Year 6 Leaver’s Assembly 1 pm Grade 6 parents attending only |
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Wednesday 9 December |
End of Year Celebration – Launceston Aquatic Centre Classes: Session 1- 2-3C, 3-4JL, 3-4D, Session 2 - Prep A, Prep B, 1-2B and 1-2CH |
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Thurs 10 December |
Year 6 Leaver’s Dinner |
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Saturday 12 December |
Choir at Christmas Carols at Baptist Church |
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Monday 14 December |
Nativity Play Prep A & B Hall |
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Tuesday 15 December |
End of Year Celebration – Launceston Aquatic Centre Classes: 5-6LJ and 5-6W |
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Thurs 17 December |
Term 4 Ends |
From the Principal…..
Reporting to Families Review
Last week I talked with members of our student leadership groups about the reporting process to gain their thoughts and ideas about their school reports. This work is in line with the DoE’s review into Reporting to Families and aims to gather feedback from many stakeholders. Parents are warmly invited to submit their views and ideas about the reporting process / format so that the new policy aligns closely with family needs. See the message from Department of Education below if you’d like to be involved.
Review into Reporting to Families Survey
- The Department of Education is undertaking a Review into Reporting to Families. This Review will provide recommendations for our reporting system so that it continues to meet the needs of learners, families and schools in the most meaningful ways.
- Parents and carers can have their say by completing the Families Survey before 13 November.
- We encourage you to get involved and have your say.
- For more information about the review visit: https://www.education.tas.gov.au/community-and-engagement/review-into-reporting-to-families/
Class Placements 2021
During Term 4 each year we work through a range of processes to establish our classes for the following year. One of our intentions is to establish a range of classes which are balanced in terms of academic, social/emotional and physical needs. Teachers know their students very well and understand what it means to support their learning. This means teachers are equipped well to work through the class placement process. Our collective goal is to ensure that every child can achieve their potential best. Students also have input, and are asked to name five learning buddies with whom they work well. Please contact me in writing by Friday 13th November if you have some information which will affect the placement of your child. Please note requests for individual teachers cannot be accepted.
Perth Bicentenary
In February next year the township of Perth will be celebrating its bicentenary. This will be 200 years since Governor Macquarie proclaimed the name of the settlement of Perth. As part of these celebrations, there are plans for a community picnic with traditional games and activities. There will be an opportunity for students to dress in period costume for this event. We understand that some time will be required to make or source items appropriate to dress in 1800s costume so we encourage everyone to start thinking or making from now.
A Look Back into History
In preparation for the bicentenary of Perth celebrations next year, many classes are involved in a history inquiry about colonial life and settlement in Tasmania. A range of engaging activities have been planned including a walking tour, dressing in traditional costume, our mini museum, walking tours of Perth and visits to colonial homesteads.
We know that engaging and inspiring learning opportunities help children to learn and understand more about their world.
Community Meeting
Perth Bicentenary Committee is holding a community meeting on Sunday 22nd November to launch the celebration and gather community input. The meeting will be held at the Community Centre, beginning at 1pm. Everyone is welcome to attend. Perth Lions Club will provide tea, coffee and biscuits at the event.
Learning at Home for Students with Disability Survey
The Department is seeking feedback from parents in relation to the impact of learning from home on students with disability during Term 2, 2020.
Information from this survey will help identify how we can better support Learning from Home for students with disability in future.
Parents are invited to complete the Parent Survey by Wednesday 11 November 2020.
This survey contains 16 questions and should take approximately 10 minutes to complete.
Professional Learning Day
Last Friday our staff worked together to review our progress as a school towards our priorities and targets which guide our improvement. We worked through several sessions which were focused on annual review, our Data Wise inquiry process into writing improvement and reviewing and updating our learning plans. Reviewing progress towards our priorities and targets is very important as we monitor progress and set new targets for school improvement next year and beyond.
Swimming and Water Safety Program
Week 6 will see the beginning of our annual Swimming and Water Safety Program which will involve students in grades 3 – 5, as well as some students in grade 6. This is a very busy time with students leaving school in time to arrive at the pool to prepare for their lessons. Key learning intentions during this time include many physical outcomes related to swimming as well as organisational and social outcomes such as co-operating with others, showing initiative, resilience and following instructions.
PPS Sports Fun Day K – 6
Many activities and traditional events in schools have been cancelled this year to maintain safe and healthy school communities and/or comply with Covid-safe requirements. At PPS our cross country and swimming carnivals and some Northern Midlands carnivals are examples of this. To provide some sporting and activity opportunities for our students and school community, an Activity Day will be held on Thursday 12th November on and around our school oval. Children will be involved in a range of activities and games and parents are welcome to attend. Covid-safe guidelines will be in place so visitor screening, hand hygiene and physical distancing protocols will be followed.
A letter has been sent home with your child with further information.
Lee Craw
Principal
Classroom Awards
Tuesday 3rd November
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Class |
Student |
Assembly Award for: |
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PREP A |
Mabel |
Always being a kind and considerate friend who is aware of her peer’s emotions. |
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PREP A |
Zaedyn |
Always being a kind and considerate friend who is aware of his peer’s emotions. |
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PREP B |
Archer |
Demonstrating social intelligence by being able to recognise and manage his feelings as well as being aware of other people’s feelings. |
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PREP B |
Lily |
Demonstrating social intelligence through her willingness to always display kindness and compassion. |
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1-2CH |
Zac |
Demonstrating social intelligence by showing empathy towards others and being a caring friend. |
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1-2 CH |
Chloe |
Demonstrating social intelligence by showing empathy towards others and being a caring friend. |
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1-2B |
Jack |
Working hard to improve his active listening and turn taking skills. |
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1-2B |
Dulcie |
Showing social intelligence by being empathetic and helpful to all class members. |
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2-3C |
Isabelle |
Understanding when friends need space, support or a smile. |
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2-3C |
Lucy |
Demonstrating social intelligence through effective teamwork and understanding how to support friends. |
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3-4JL |
Sam |
The empathy and consideration he always shows everyone he works and plays with. |
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3-4JL |
Logan |
The empathy and consideration he always shows everyone he works and plays with. |
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3-4D |
Shawn |
For making great choices in friends and work partners to enable him to have the most successful time at school possible |
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3-4D |
Danika |
For her improved awareness of the impact of words and actions on those around her |
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5-6 LJ |
Stephanie |
Displaying patience and tolerance towards others, always willing to listen to different perspectives. |
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5-6LJ |
Mikayla |
Being kind and empathetic towards others and appreciating differences. |
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5-6 W |
Lola |
For being tuned in to how others are doing and providing support when needed. |
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5-6 W |
Scarlett |
For being sensitive to the emotions of her peers and being a supportive friend. |
Perth Primary School Student Attendance Data
PPS Sports Fun Day
Dear Parents/Guardians
This year we have decided to hold a PPS Sports Day to provide a range of fun activities and to showcase the courage and growth they have shown throughout the year. This will be held at the Perth Primary School oval on Thursday 12th November.
Classes will take place in up to 5 tabloid events (approx. 8-10min at each station) as well as participate in a running race. Each grade group will participate in various times throughout the day
Kinder – Grade 2 tabloid 9.15 – 10.40.
Grade 3-6 Students tabloid 11.20- 12.30
Prep – 6 House competition (tug of war/ relays/ long race)
We are encouraging children to dress in their sports uniform so they are able to run, jump and participate in all activities. Students will need plenty of water to drink.
Spectators are welcome but we will have protocols in place on the day (health screen check and spectator names recorded (these can be filled in at a variety of school entry points). Please adhere to 1.5m physical distancing at all times and stay within designated spectator areas.
We are inviting all Kinder students to join us on this day. Please let Mrs Shephard know if you intend on joining us that day.
Mel Fleming
PE Teacher
PPS Museum of Wonder
Students were invited to visit the PPS Museum of Wonder on Thursday 15th October. This was a one day only event which encouraged students to be inquisitive and creative. Students collected information by drawing, writing or photographing. This was used as a basis for writing while also linking to our local history in the lead up to the Perth Bicentenary in 2021.
Before School Care Hours – Located in the Hall
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Outside School Care Hours (OSHC) Now located in the HALL Early Birds and After School Care Please Note: Payments and bookings can be made via cash or the Qkr app Please Note: Parents are required to personally drop off children to BSC. After School Care – Midlands Kids Club (Northern Midlands Council) |
Consent Form for Aquatic (water-based) Activity
Please return to the office for your child to participate.
Correction:
Please note: on the Consent Form for Aquatic (water-based) Activity – 2020 which is to be returned to school, The End of Year Celebration on the 9th of December is listed as a Tuesday but this date is a Wednesday.
Prep Excursion
On Wednesday the 28th of October, Prep A and Prep B went for a historical walk within the Perth community. Students explored the Church of England Cemetery, St Andrews Church, the Baptist Tabernacle and the original Perth Primary School. At the Perth Bridge, students enjoyed their fruit break as well as sketching the features of the bridge. It was a memorable and exhausting adventure for all.
Student Banking – Thursday
Canteen News…..
Canteen day is Thursday
Over the counter sales available
Placing canteen orders is completed 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.
Chocolate Cake (Week 4)
Carrot Cake (Week 5 &6)
Plastic Free/Recycle
In our canteen we are trying our best to be as Plastic Free and recycle as much as possible.
- We don’t use any plastic wrap anymore at all, we place our pre made toasted sandwiches into large Sistema tubs before they are toasted.
- We use metal spoons for our frozen yoghurt
- We use block cheese which we slice and grate which are placed in Sistema containers
- We use reusable bowls for our popcorn and cheese and biscuits
- Any items that can or need to be frozen (Ham, Chicken, Pineapple or Baked Beans) we freeze in Sistema reusable containers
- Our Cheese and Biscuits and Popcorn are sold in reusable bowls which are returned to the canteen
- We wash and dry yoghurt containers and lids to recycle
- We only use paper bags for our lunch orders
- We use a piece of foil to cover our pizza muffins before placing into a paper bag
- We place 4 Black Tubs in our eating areas so all our return items, bowls, spoons, yoghurt containers. They are returned after lunch to the canteen washed and put in appropriate places
- We have 4 Soft Plastic Bins around the eating areas, only soft plastic is placed in these bins. Our Waste Warriors empty the bins on Wednesdays and the soft plastic it taken to the appropriate deposit areas, Coles or Woolworths. The bins are washed and placed back in the playground eating areas
- We recycle everything that are one use items in the correct way
- We also compost our food waste in the school compost area
- We only offer wholemeal bread, rolls and wraps also wholemeal fruit loaf when available
Student Assistance Scheme (STAS)
Launching into Learning
5/6 Camp Fundraiser
Tuesdays
$1.70
Visitor Health Screening Form
All visitors to Perth Primary School are required to fill out a Visitor Health Screen Form. The following link is available to complete online Visitor Health Screening Form. Alternatively, a QR code link or hard copy is available at the office. One of these formats need to be completed for each visit to the school.
Parents attending LiL sessions, assemblies or 5/6 sport will not need to come to the office as the Teacher in charge will have hard copies and QR codes available. Parents may complete the online form prior to arriving.
Happy Birthday
Isla, Ace, Cooper, Ivey, Hayley, Levi, Liam, Toby, Dustin, Jett, Mrs Eldershaw and Miss Wrankmore.
Community News
2020 Term Dates
Term 4
Finish date: Thursday 17 December (students)
Friday 18 December (teachers)
2020 PPS Support Staff
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Allison Maloney |
Mel Petterwood |
Bec Beeston |
Maddie Burke |
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