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Dear families
National Science Week
A huge thank you to Mrs Nerelle Phillips, our Science Teacher, who did a wonderful job of helping us celebrate National Science Week. Exploring the topic of “Deep Blue: Innovations for the future of our oceans” the children learnt about ocean pollution and its impact. The children had a wonderful time with water, sand, toys and rubbish. Mrs Phillips provided lots of additional information to the staff so that they could reinforce key environmental messages in their classrooms.
Here is what the children had to say:
“I like the way we saved the ship from being a wreck. We had to make a boat with magnets to get the metal out.”
-Ally, Elizabeth, Kyra and Lily, Year 4
“We liked using the equipment. We liked making boats to see if they floated.”
-Micaiah and Wes, Year 6
“I liked scooping the oil from the water.”
-Jaxon, Year 6
“It was a fun week because we used lots of different things. We took the plastic, rubber, metal and rubbish out of the water. We watched “Under the Sea” to see what it is really like with pollution in the ocean.”
-Bridget and Anabella, Year 5
Cyber safety
Recently there have been some conversations between children, parents, and staff about the importance of cyber safety. I have included an eSafety parent information sheet from the eSafety Commissioner for your information.
A few tips that will help us and your children:
- Be aware that not every parent has given permission for their child’s photo to be taken and shared. This is particularly important at school assemblies and the faction carnival.
- The “Student Mobile Phones in Schools” policy remains in place so that children use the school day for learning and being with friends and staff. We will get in touch with you if your children need anything or we will just sort it out and let you get on with your day.
- Social media (Tik Tok, Facebook, Instagram) are great until someone posts something that is hurtful. Remember that what is posted tends to stay around in some form, even if it is deleted from the original site.
- Be aware of what your children are doing online. Being part of the conversation about what is safe, responsible, and respectful lays a foundation for further conversations as your children get older.
As part of our Health Education program, we are doing some work in classes, particularly in the older years, about responsible use of the internet.
Faction tokens
| 1st | Blue | 1873 |
| 2nd | Red | 1851 |
| 3rd | Green | 1809 |
| 4th | Gold | 1539 |
Congratulation to the Blue Faction!
New playground equipment
The new playground equipment is in and being used by the children. It is already loved and the bus passengers were keen to get on with their journey. The boat has been permanently moored in Kindy.
School Development Days for 2021
The School Board has agreed to the following School Development Days for 2021. School Development Days are student free and allow the staff to participate in professional learning, whole school and team planning, and assessment. Joondalup Education Support Centre will have the same School Development Days.
Please mark these dates in your calendar for 2021 –
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Term |
Date |
What is happening |
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1 |
Thursday 28 and Friday 29 January 2021 |
School Development Days |
No children attend school |
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1 |
Monday 1 February 2021 |
First day of Term 1 |
All children return to school |
|
1 |
Thursday 1 April 2021 |
Last day of Term 1 |
Holidays begin |
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2 |
Monday 19 April 2021 |
First day of Term 2 |
All children and staff return to school |
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2 |
Friday 23 April 2021 |
School Development Day |
No children attend school |
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2 |
Monday 26 April 2021 |
Anzac Day Public Holiday |
No children and staff at school |
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2 |
Friday 2 July |
Last day of Term 2 |
Holidays begin |
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3 |
Monday 19 July |
School Development Day |
No children attend school |
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3 |
Tuesday 20 July |
First day of Term 3 |
All children attend to school |
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3 |
Friday 24 September |
Last day of Term 3 |
Holidays begin |
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4 |
Monday 11 October |
First day of Term 4 |
All children and staff attend school |
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4 |
Friday 12 November |
School Development Day |
No children attend school |
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4 |
Thursday 16 December |
Last day of Term 4 |
Holidays begin |
The first week of Term 2 will only be four days for the children as the school will have their School Development Day on Friday. This day was selected as it allows the K-2 staff to participate in a two-day workshop on ‘Talk 4 Writing’, a new whole school process to improve the writing achievement of the children. Education Support Centre will be attending an annual conference with other schools from Education Support Centres across the state.
School Board meeting
At last Wednesday’s Board meeting, the following was discussed and decided upon:
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Booklists for 2021 |
These lists were approved by the Board. We have agreed to use Ziggies as the preferred supplier of the items although everything can be purchased at a range of discount stores.
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Voluntary contributions and extra cost options 2021 |
The Board has approved the total amount of money that can be requested of families for voluntary contributions and the maximum amount that may be payable for excursions, in-school performances, swimming lessons etc. |
This information will be sent home to all families in the coming weeks so that booklist orders can be placed.
Looking forward
We have lots of things to look forward to in the coming weeks – Health and Wellbeing Day, Faction Athletics Carnival, Year 6 Camp, another assembly, installation of the new interactive panels in the classrooms, and new furniture.
If you notice any suspicious activity on School Grounds, please contact Security on 9264 4771 or the Police on 131 444.
Well done to our Superstars this week who have brought some fantastic work up to the office.
The Faction Athletics Carnival is on Friday 11th September 2020. In the coming weeks information will be sent to all families so that you can plan your day.
Under Phase 4 restrictions for COVID-19 we welcome parents to attend events subject to each family social distancing and following hygiene guidelines correctly. Families are able to sit together but must be 1.5 metres from other adults.
We have put some parameters in place to support the wellbeing of children, staff and families. On the day of the carnival the following will happen:
- There will be one large designated viewing areas for families which is the open space by the basketball courts. You will need to access the area by using the gates that come off Jolstra Crescent.
- Families will use the toilets by the staffroom in S and J Blocks. Students will use the toilets in the classroom blocks. For families, if the cubicles are being used, please wait outside until they are free.
- Parents will not be permitted to go to the student bays or the podium area. So that each moment is captured we will have a dedicated person in charge of photos and will send them to parents as soon as practicable after the event.
- There will be a supply of hand sanitiser and soap in toilets which will be topped up throughout the day.
- Please respect the rights of school staff to determine what happens on the school site and follow these expectations politely.
- During recess and lunch families need to remain in their designated area and students will eat in their usual place.
- At the end of the carnival, and if it is prior to 3.00pm, all students will return to their class and parents can sign their own children out by letting the teacher know they are taking the children. You do not need to come to the office and sign them out. You cannot take other children from the class; only take your own.
- The canteen will operate out of the staffroom and on J Block verandah so you will be able to buy coffee, tea, sausage sizzle and cakes. Sausage sizzles will be available for children to pre-order.
With your help we can make this a great event for students, staff and the wider community.
Health and Wellness Day is on Friday 4th September. Everyone at Joondalup Schools will get to participate in a range of activities that focus around 'Everyday Emotions'. This will give students the opportunity to identify emotions and develop strategies to help everyone deal with them. Students are still encouraged to wear their Faction colours on this day and please make sure they bring their labelled hats and a labelled water bottle as there will be a lot of moving around.
We are also still on the hunt for medium to large cardboard boxes and newspapers in good condition. This will assist in the running of our box building and costume sessions.
Families and students are encouraged to walk or ride to school on this day as this can assist in enhancing emotional well-being.
Fish
After viewing creatures that live deep in the ocean the students in Year 5 created these great fish. They were drawn in pencil, coloured with oil pastel, which was blended with baby oil and then sprayed with yellow and blue dye.
Jellyfish
The students in Year 3 created jellyfish swimming in the ocean. They drew stencils for the bodies, lightly stuck these on with sticky tape and added tentacles with white wax crayon. The page was then sprayed with dye to create cool colours. After removing the jellyfish bodies, the students worked with soft pastel and the element of value to colour the jellyfish in warm colours.
The after school garden club is up and running, with many activities already undertaken. We have weeded the beds, filled them with soil and planted seeds. Over the next few weeks we will nurture these seeds in our wonderful glasshouse and then plant them out. We have also begun to plant our vertical gardens with succulents. Take a look near the office. The students and parents loved picking herbs and making herb scones in the frypan. The verdict was, “Delicious”.
It is great to see classes out and about in the garden during lessons. The garden is a great space to learn in.
Fill in the form below if you would like to join this club. Kindy and Pre Primary children will need an adult to attend with them. The club will run from Week 2 to and finish in Week 9.
Our recycling programs near the front office have now recommenced
Please continue to bring in:
- Batteries
- Dental hygiene packaging including toothbrushes
- Coffee pods (make sure they are DRY)
- Ring pulls from cans of drink (collection point is in the library)
- Plastic bottle tops/bread bag tags (leave on the Grow Free Cart)
Remember that our Grow Free Cart is set up near the office.
"How does the cart work?" We have a simple answer: you give what you can, and take what you need. There are no prices, no bartering, no trading, no value. Like you would for family and loved ones.
What can I put on the carts?
- Homegrown or homemade produce: fruit, veg, herbs, preserves, eggs, etc
- Preferably grown with organic principles, (without toxins) seeds, seedlings, cuttings and rootstock (Please label all, and heirloom seeds are best)
- All things gardening, whether it be gardening magazines, planters, worm tea, etc,
- Jars, paper bags and small boxes for seeds or produce.
Happy gardening and recycling,
Sandra & Stacey – Sustainability Coordinators
Tip – Check the UV index before heading out into the winter sun. You may still need your hat.
Special lunch and recess Information
Friday 4th September Health & Wellness Day
Pre-ordered
Emotions Special Recess and Lunch meal deal
Friday 11th September Faction carnival
Pre-ordered
Sausage Sizzle meal deal.
We will be open to spectators throughout the day stationed outside J Block and the staffroom. We will be providing sausage sizzle, sandwiches, rolls, cakes, coffee, tea and cold drinks.
Please note that no other lunches will be available on both of these days.
Thank you.
Carolyn
There is a P&C Meeting being held on Wednesday 2nd September in the Library from 7pm. All are welcome!
Please note that the Father’s Day stalls will now be held outside J Block.
