Harmony Week 2019  

Harmony Day is a day when we celebrate the many different cultural groups in Australia and recognise the benefits that all of these people bring to our Australian society. It is about community participation, inclusiveness, celebrating diversity, respect and belonging. What a beautiful assembly we had on Friday 15^th March to acknowledge Harmony Day. The song, I’d Like To Teach The World To Sing, was a perfect fit and it was so lovely to hear the whole school singing, it was a proud moment for me. The Ride to School Day was a fitting end to a sensational morning. There were lots of smiles from everyone as they were riding around, including me. A big thank you to Jen for organising the campus to be promoted in the Joondalup Times for our ride to school day.  Click on the link below to see the article.

https://www.communitynews.com.au/joondalup-times/news/joondalup-schools-celebrate-ride-to-school-day-and-harmony-day/

Faction Carnival

Our Faction Carnival was a huge success thanks to the amazing Staff, very helpful and organised Faction Captains, volunteers, enthusiastic students and supportive families. Each student participated in team games and running activities. It was great to see everyone working hard to prepare for the day with the early morning set up, the pack up at the end of the day and also the support they gave to all students.   A big thank you to the families and friends who came to support their child, their faction and the school. Congratulations again to the Red faction for being the victors and to everyone that participated with a positive attitude and a smile.

Interschool Carnival

Next week is Interschool Carnival Week. On Monday there will be jumps and throws starting at 9.30am at Springfield PS. On Thursday 4^th April, there will be relays, team games and running races held at Windermere Oval, starting at 9.30am. Come along and cheer for your child throughout the week.

Congratulations Miss Wilton

Congratulations to Miss Wilton on becoming Mrs Spicer over the weekend. On all accounts it was a fantastic day and doesn’t she look absolutely gorgeous!

Kiss and Drive

I would encourage parents to use the Kiss and Drive to drop off and pick up and not park there to wait for your child. A number of parents are dropping off children in the staff carpark. This is a very dangerous practise because at the beginning or end of the day there are cars, buses, trucks and work vehicles driving through the carpark. Please do the right thing and keep your child safe.

Science Room Refurbishments

Over the next few weeks the Science Room will have some additional works completed.

1. Block out blinds on all windows and doors will be installed to allow the Physics units of light to studied more effectively. 
2. Additional cabinetry will be installed so there is more storage within the lab.

The ANZAC ceremony will be held on Friday 12th April. This year we are holding the ceremony at 2pm. Please come along and participate in our ANZAC ceremony.

Joondalup Kid Award

Tammy Hanrahn

Acting Principal

These students have produced some amazing work and we would love to share it with you.

A big Congratulations to our Merit Award Winners from the Assembly held on Friday 15th March.

On Friday 22^nd March students competed in one of the biggest sporting events to hit Windermere Oval, the Faction Carnival.

Students from Pre-Primary to Year Two competed in tug of war, running races, relay races and multiple team games.

Students from Years 3 to Year 6 competed in long jump, long throws, tug of war, running races, relay races and various team games.

This year saw the parents get involved, not only as spectators but as athletes. A big thank you to those who ran and made the carnival that much more exciting for everyone. Thank you to all who came down and created a positive atmosphere for everyone involved.

Thank you to Sue who does a lot of behind the scenes work to get the carnival up and going. A special mention to Bec for all her help during the week. You have made the events run extremely smoothly and your time is greatly appreciated. Thank you to Lydia for volunteering to help with the running of the long jump.

Thank you to all the staff members and parents who got up early or stayed behind to help set up or pack away. There were many of you this year and the workload was cut down due to great cooperation.

Congratulations to the champion boys and girls for the day. This was awarded to the Year 3 to Year 6 students who performed best overall when combining the points for long jump, long throws and division one running.

Year 3 Champion Girl: Lexi

Year 3 Champion Boy: Hayden

Year 5 Champion Girl: Maddie
Year 5 Champion Boy: Harvey

Year 6 Champion Girl: Ava
Year 6 Champion Boy: Liam

Robert Lee

Phsyical Education Teacher

On Friday 15th March Joondalup Primary School, students took part in the annual Ride/Walk to school day. Both students and parents met at three meeting points and were lead to school by some of our amazing staff. Everyone enjoyed the ride around school and also picked up a few extra road safety rules along the way.

Please click on the gallery to view some photos of the day.

World Down Syndrome Day

Staff and students wore brightly coloured socks, long socks, odd socks and just crazy socks on the 21st March to observe World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD), which has been officially observed by the United Nations since 2012.

 WDSD advocates for the rights, inclusion and well being of people with Down Syndrome.

Thanks to all who participated.

The Social Justice Team

Faction Carnival Face Painting

A huge Thank you to everyone who supported the Face Painting and Hairspray for the Faction Carnival. Everyone looked fabulous!

Free Dress Day - Tuesday 9th April

The Choir has been working very hard preparing for the ANZAC Day Ceremony. ANZAC Day is the day on which we remember all Australians who served and died in war. The spirit of ANZAC, with its qualities of courage, mateship, and sacrifice, continues to have meaning today. It is with great pride that the Choir will perform as part of Joondalup Schools ANZAC Day Ceremony. We have had Mrs Moore and Miss Talma from the Education Support Centre working closely with us to learn how to sign the Australian National Anthem in Auslan, which has helped us to take the performance to the next level.

Save the date:
Date: Friday 12^th of April, week 10.

Performance: The ceremony will commence at 2pm and finish before 3pm.

The Choir has worked very hard in preparing for the ANZAC Day Ceremony and we would like to invite you to join us in taking part in the service.

Monet's Lily Pond

Created after viewing the work of impressionist, Claude Monet

Oil pastel, dye and salt

Pre-Primary

Sunset Over Sea

Working with warm and cool colours

Felt pen & oil pastels

Year 2 & 3

Floral

The artwork of Georgia O'Keeffe was viewed and then students worked with a variety of mediums including oil pastels, baby oil, dye, acrylic and wax crayon, using a variety of techniques including wax rubbings, mono printing, and painting to create these lovely pieces.

Year 1

Whole School Collaborative Artwork

Mrs Sweet   

Positions Vacant

The P&C have positions vacant for a Treasurer and Grants Officer. Please see the Flyer below for more information.

Positions Vacant Treasurer Grants Officer

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Colour Run!

Don't forget to get your donations in before Friday 12th April!

Easter Raffle

The P&C Meetings are held every third Wednedsday of the month and take place in the School Library at 7.oopm. Everyone is welcome to attend!

Please see the P&C dates for the year.

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Term Dates for 2019