Newsletter 21st May 2009
PRINCIPALS REPORT:
Developing high standards… modelling our expectations.
If we truly want the best for our children then we all need to be effect leaders who model high standards, expectations and accountability.
The school has reviewed and modified our systems and structures, programs and policies to ensure that we provide consistent, systematic and explicit teaching and learning programs K-6. Our priorities will be heavily focussed on improving student achievements in: Spelling, Grammar/Punctuation, Reading/Comprehension, Writing and Mathematics (Number, Space and Measurement).
In order to do this our morning sessions will be an uninterrupted learning time. Students who demonstrate learning needs will be catered for via:
- Differentiated teaching & learning programs K-6;
- School based Support Teacher Learning Assistance (STLA) program, which will target students K-3 in small group and/or one-to-one support;
- District STLA support targeting students 4-6;
- Integration Funding Support; and
- Support Teacher Behaviour (STB) which targets students with emotional, social and behavioural needs.
The school staff and community representative have reviewed the new School Discipline and Welfare Policy which will take effect as of today. Please find attached a copy of this and make a concerted effort to understand and talk with your child about the processes involved. This policy K-6 develops further the high standards and expectations of all members of the school and supports the statement ‘Quality Programs…Quality Assurance’. The implementation and application of this policy will be Firm, Fair and Consistent.
The school has been successful in its application for funding under the Commonwealths’ “Building the Education Revolution” (BER) and “National Schools Pride” (NSP) projects. As a result; we will see the removal of our two demountable buildings and in their place, the development of a new fixed Library building. We also have the installation of new covered walkways leading between buildings and to the hall. It is hoped that we may continue that along the path to the bus shelter. We have yet to be given a specific time; however, I have been notified that it will take place this year.
I would like to warmly invite all members of our community; parents, grandparents, community members and businesses to join us next Wednesday 27th May at 1pm, in celebrating Public Education and the wonderful school of Wangi Wangi Public. Students will be putting on an assembly to showcase their hard work and efforts. It would be great to see as many of you here as possible.
Mr Barry Croft
Principal
REMINDERS:
• School Security – please make an anonymous call if you see anything that looks wrong going on in the school during the holidays. Phone: 1300 880 021
• Public Speaking for early Stage 1 and Stage 1 will be at this weeks Assembly. Friday 12:15
• Education week Assembly next Wednesday 27th May starting at 1pm.
• Starstruck Rehearsal next Tuesday 26th May. NOTES MUST be returned by Friday 22nd May.
Weekly Merit Awards
Congratulations to:
K/1: Kellie M, Jaden J, Georgir-Rose C & Reece W
1/ 2: Erin B, Finn G, Zac H,
Grace V & Liam K
2/3: Jye C, Joel B, Brooke T & Emily B
4/5: Declan G, Kiarrah B, Chrissy N & Miranda L
5/6: Anika D, Emily H, Michael H, Jake S & Tiara Y
A BIG THANK YOU to Jodie in the Canteen for organising our Naplan Breakfast for our Year 3 and year 5 students.
From the Office
Our School Voluntary Contribution fees (also known as school fees) are $10 per term -payable at the office. This supplements all our learning resources for our students.
Thank you all for your help in this area.
Kinder / Yr 1
K/1 will be walking to Wangi Library in week 6, weather permitting. A note will be sent home with details closer to the time.
Thank you Year 1 parents for supporting your child’s learning through helping them learn their spelling words – a great result was achieved last week, keep up the great work!
Thank you Kinder parents for ensuring your child’s sound book is returned each Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. The book can remain at home until the following week so that your child can revise their sounds every day.
Year 1/ 2.
Well done to all those children who had a “red hot go” at Public Speaking! Every child has had a try, so congratulations to everyone. “Iggy” is currently meeting some interesting animals when he visits your home. Keep up the great work.
Don’t forget to think about an item for the Talent Quest (last week of this term).
Almost everyone is completing their homework each week. Keep up the great effort.
Year 2/3
Year 2/ 3 have been showing wonderful organisation and getting along, while working hard building knowledge about the sources of, and uses for natural materials. Students have also been showing their evolving artistic talents in visual arts projects.
With winter approaching, parents are reminded that any donations of tissues will be gratefully received.
Year 5/ 6
I am constantly amazed by the individual brilliance and efforts of the students in 5/6. We have had a very strong focus over the course of the last two weeks on writing, mathematics and public speaking. Last newsletter I wrote briefly about participation, practise and persistence being the kick starters for success. The children have demonstrated, and are developing, their understanding of the phrase EFFORT EARNS SUCCESS. Keep up the great work!
CROSS COUNTRY
It was wonderful to see all the children ‘Have a Go’ last week in the school cross country. What was even more inspiring was to see senior students encourage and run along side our younger children, encouraging them to persist and keep going. Wonderful work!
Tomorrow, 22nd May, we will have a number of students head off to Rathmines for the Zone Cross Country. We wish all of our competitors the best of luck and encourage them to do their best.
DANCE
Dance commenced again this week. All children were fitted with costumes last week. I would encourage all parents to pay their Term 2 dance fees by the due date to ease the financial burden as there may be extra costs for making the costumes.
Hunter Dance Festival date for your diary:
Junior Girls – Tuesday 30th June 2009
Senior Girls – Thursday 2nd July 2009
BAND
Band has started up again this year. If you would like your child to learn a musical instrument and become part of the School Band please see the Office ladies. Instruments available: Flutes, Clarinets, Trumpets and Tuba.
REMINDER:
Band starts each Friday at 8:45am sharp –please be there at 8:40am to set up.
P&C NEWS
What a wonderful attendance to our first P&C meeting this term. We would like to encourage many more people to join us when we meet again on Tuesday 16th June at 6.30pm, school staffroom. Agenda items discussed included:
- systematic whole school literacy and numeracy programs;
- support measures in place for students with learning needs;
- school welfare/discipline policy;
- new capital works to go ahead in the school; and
- community business partnerships with the school.
If you are interested in viewing a copy of the minutes of this meeting they are available in the front foyer of the office.
CANTEEN VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
If you would like to volunteer for 1 day per month please contact Jodie Milligan on
0412603425 or if you are unable to attend on your rostered day please ring.
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Sun Safety
“Be Safe” is our number 1 school rule so…
REMEMBER, NO HAT – NO PLAY, NO SPORT, NO P.E!!!
NO THONGS AT ANY TIME – this includes DISCOS
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COMMUNITY NOTICES
Kids Club
Meets every second Tuesday
at Wangi Uniting Church.
Children K – 6 welcome.
4pm – 6pm
Includes music, craft and dinner.
7th April
Bev Hincks on 4975 5158
Or Nerida Rayfield on 4975 2312
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MATHS TUTOR –
KINDER TO YEAR 12
Phone Ben: 4975 2388 or 0421235309
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DRAMA CLASSES
Have fun! Build confidence, improve speech and communication skills. Use your imagination and explore acting, improvisation, mine, creative movement and public speaking. All ages
Contact Susan McBurney A.S.D;L.T.C.L
On 4975 1822
0412 092205
HSC Drama help for Individual projects also available
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FIONA’S STUDIO OF DANCE
Be inspired by our great range of Dance classes – Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary & Lyrical and Physical Culture.
Enrolments now being accepted 49733133.
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M.A.D. DANCE
• Fun dance classes in Tap, Jazz and Modern/Contemporary
• Classes for both boys and girls from 3 years up
• No uniform, costumes, free showcase at end-of-year, all students receive a trophy
• All student get the opportunity to perform at local events
• NEW studio Term 2 at Bonnells Bay Public School
• Classes from $4 – $6 per week with discounts for unlimited classes and family discount
For more information contact Miss Meritta
Phone 0413 616 966
Webiste: www.myspace.com/mad_dance
Email:maddance@hotmail.com
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WESTERN LAKE MACQUARIE CONCERT BAND
Stilling Street, Rathmines (near shops)
Learners Classes!
All Ages are accepted. All abilities from beginner to experienced.
To learn to play musical instrument all that is needed is for you to attend weekly classes every Tuesday from 5pm during school term.
Instruments may be hired for a small cost.
For more information Contact
Doug Treloar on 4959 1826
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Asthma Foundation NSW launches new information
service-
ASTHMA ASSIST
At the Foundation we know that credible health
information is highly sought after but often difficult to
find. Asthma Foundation NSW aims to provide the
community with evidence based and user friendly
information to help people better understand and
manage their asthma to avoid unnecessary asthma
attacks, and to minimise asthma symptoms so people
with asthma can lead full and productive lives.
To this end, Asthma Foundation NSW has developed a free information service “Asthma Assist” for anyone
with asthma or an interest in asthma.
By registering you will receive:
onAIR – our free email newsletter
Sent up to 6 times a year onAIR features information
about topics such as asthma research, medications
and devices, and asthma triggers.
An Asthma Control Pack
This includes an Asthma Emergency Card and other
useful information to help you manage your child’s
asthma, or the asthma of someone you know and care for. You can request up to 3 packs per household.
A free asthma first aid magnet
Be sure you know what to do in an asthma emergency.
If your child….
- Ever wakes in the night coughing or wheezing
- Gets breathless or wheezy during the day
- Needs to take their blue reliever puffer more than 3
times a week
- Find their asthma limits physical activity & exercise
It is possible that their asthma is not as well controlled
as it could be. Many people with asthma put up with
these symptoms without realising it’s their asthma that
is letting them down.
Find out how you can better manage your child’s
asthma. Join our free information service – Asthma
Assist at www.asthmansw.org.au
Any questions please contact our free Asthma
Information Line 1800 645 130
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In June the Australian Red Cross Donor Mobile will be visiting Wangi Wangi Fire Station which is located not far from your school.
Your blood donation will go far – you don’t have to!
The Australian Red Cross Blood Service needs over 500 blood donations every single week on the Central Coast to meet the need for blood in local hospitals. 2009 has been declared Year of the Blood Donor by the Federal Government and many new donors are needed to ensure there is an adequate supply of blood. By giving blood this June you can help save three lives.
With this in mind The Australian Red Cross Blood Service is asking you to do something special and give blood when the donor mobile visits
Wangi Wangi Fire Station:
Thursday 4th June – 1:30pm to 6:30pm
Please call 13 14 95 or visit www.donateblood.com.au to make an appointment and save 3 lives!
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“NUTRITION SNIPPETS”
7) GO FOR 2 & 5®: HELP!! MY KIDS WON’T EAT FRUIT & VEGETABLES!
So you’re one of the thousands of parents in Australia who has had difficulty getting your kids to eat fruit and vegetables. Let’s have a look at a few tips that might turn things around!
• Remember the saying “the apple never falls far from the tree”? It’s important for parents and carers to eat and enjoy a wide variety of fruit and vegetables every day. Kids are more likely to copy what they see!
• Get the kids involved in choosing and washing the fruit and vegetables they want to take for school. Allow them to peel/cut/grate if they are old enough to do this. They might even eat some as they work!
• Never assume your child dislikes a specific fruit or vegetable based on past experience or because you don’t like it yourself. Kids learn to like things that are familiar to them, so keep offering them in a variety of ways.
• Keep a bowl of fruit or vegetables in the fridge for kids to grab as an easy snack before/after school or to include in their school lunchbox (raw peas, carrot/celery/zucchini sticks, cherry tomatoes, grapes, green beans, mushrooms, chunks of capsicum). These can be eaten plain as a snack at school or dipped in yoghurt/hommous.
Log onto www.cancercouncil.com.au/eatittobeatit for a fact sheet on “Strategies to Get Children to Eat Fruit and Vegetables”
1) EAT IT TO BEAT IT: TRY THESE TASTY PIZZA MUFFINS IN YOUR CHILD’S LUNCH BOX
Whoever said fruit or vegetables had to go into the lunchbox in the form of a sandwich and piece of fruit? Not a bad idea, but how’s this for a bit of a change? A mum from Eleebana shared this healthy recipe that her daughters love. She says “These pizza muffins make a great snack and are easy and fun to make”. Why not make them for dinner one night and use the left-overs in the kids’ lunchbox the next day?
Pizza Muffins:
Ingredients
Multigrain English Muffins
Lean ham, diced
Tomato Paste/pizza paste
Diced capsicum
Diced mushrooms
Diced tomato
Pineapple pieces
Low fat grated cheese
(or use any other vegies you like)
Method:
Spread tomato paste on muffin
Place diced vegies, ham and pineapple pieces on top
Sprinkle with cheese
Bake in oven or under griller till cheese melts