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Newsletter 14 2017
Science Week
Our Science Week incursion was a huge success! We had a clear night for star gazing which made
identifying constellations easy.
A huge thank you to the following people.
Teachers, Chrissy Nicholl and Lisa Jackson for the preparation of the event. They both stayed
overnight and then had teaching responsibilities the next day.
Leanne Capelli who worked quietly behind the scenes cleaning up messes and working with small
groups.
Rhonda Abbott and Ashlee James for staying overnight and helping to dress, feed and amuse
children.
Ray Birtles for cooking the sausages.
SCDHS for the use of their telescope.
Amanda Eiffler for afternoon tea and glow sticks.
In particular, we would like to thank Foodworks Southern Cross for supplying the
sausages. It was very much appreciated.
Literacy Day
We had a fantastic time at St Josephs. As this is the fourth time that the two schools have visited
each other, it is obvious that friendships have grown and the children are keen to see each other.
A big thank you to St Josephs’ staff for the lovely lunch.
Athletics Carnival
The children have been working very hard at their team
games. I am particularly delighted with the way that they
support each other.
St Josephs will be holding a Sausage Sizzle at the carnival.
Please support their initiative.
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When: Friday, 8th September 2017
Where: Southern Cross oval
Time: 9.30 a.m. – 3.00 p.m.
Can students be at the oval by 9.15 a.m for a 9.30 sharp start.
Who: Students in Years P-7
Transport: Parents to transport students to and from Southern Cross oval. If there is a problem
with this please contact the swchool on 90491176.
Wear: School uniform (sports shirt), hat, enclosed shoes
Take: Morning Tea
Lunch if not picnicking with parents.
Water bottle/s
Clothing for inclement weather
Hats: School will be taking all students hats and provide sunscreen
SHADE We are looking for someone to pick up the shade tent from the tennis club. Please
contact school if you can help.
Thank you to all the volunteers that have contacted the school to help at the Carnival.
I look forward to seeing many of you at the carnival.
Yilgarn Show
Please visit the Show and take the time to look at the children’s work.
Birthday Wishes
Regan Auld 9th September 2017 8 Years old
Kindy Days Week 8
Due to the Kindy children not being involved in the Athletics Carnival, their Friday of Week 8 will
change to a Wednesday. I hope that this will not inconvenience anyone.
Material
We would appreciate any donations of unwanted material, ribbons, lace etc for Art activities.
Handyman Advice Needed
We have just purchased new desks for the Senior Room. The previous desks which had been repaired
many times are no longer of any use. However, I would like to recycle the desk tops for an Art project
in Term 4. Can anyone advise on how to prepare the surface which I think is formica?
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Fathers’ Day at MRPS
We are looking forward to seeing many Dads at our Fathers’ Day celebration next Monday 04.09.17 at
9.00 am. I am sure the children will enjoy their time with their Dads. If for some reason “Dad: cannot
come, then Grandfathers are very welcome. An invitation was sent home today with the incorrect date
on it. It should have read Monday, 4th September.
Liz Borona has some large pieces of rubbish that need to go to the dump. If any Dad has a ute or
largish vehicle and could take this rubbish to the dump, it would be greatly appreciated.
Upcoming Events
Date Day Event
04.09.2017 Monday Fathers’ Day at MRPS
06.09.2017 Wednesday Playgroup
Constable Care at SCDHS
08.09.2017 Friday YSSSA Athletics Carnival @ Southern Cross
08.09.2017 Friday Merredin College Open Day
15.09.2017 Friday Assembly
20.09.2017 Wednesday Playgroup
22.09.2017 Friday Last Day of Term Three
HAPPY FATHER”S DAY TO ALL DAD”S AND GRANDAD’S.
HOPE YOU ALL HAVE A LOVELY DAY CELEBRATING THIS SPECIAL DAY WITH YOUR FAMILY!
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Major outback motoring adventure across WA to
help kids with cancer
WesCarpade is Camp Quality’s outback motoring adventure held in Western Australia. A fleet of 25+
quirky themed vehicles will be travelling over 2,000km on a round trip from Armadale to Northam on
15 -21 October 2017.
This year WesCarpade sets off from Armadale on Sunday 15 October, heading south through the
Great Southern, looping back around the Goldfields and finishing with a community inspired finale
event on Saturday 21 October.
The event has attracted entrants from Donnybrook, Bunbury and Bridgetown, as well as Perth and as
far as Geraldton this year. Each car must be at least 20 years old, and each team spends the year
theming their cars, making it roadworthy and encouraging people to sponsor them for their week-long
adventure. The event is fully supported by dedicated volunteer officials, including local business and
community groups.
Nedge Sinanovski, Camp Quality’s General Manager Programs and Community Fundraising said: “We’re
so humbled by local businesses donating their goods and services to this event to ensure our running
costs are kept low and more money goes to our deserving families. These generous local companies
include Holden, St Johns Ambulance, GJ Freight Donnybrook, Bunbury Plumbing Services and Allmark.”
The aim is to raise an engine-busting $500,000 - enough for Camp Quality to support a further 70
families who have a child living with cancer for the next year, through their resilience-building
programs.
Chris ‘Millsy’ Mills, former weatherman for GWN7, said: “This is the sixth Camp Quality wesCarpade
I’ve been on, and I love it every single year. We get to dress up like fools and drive through the
beautiful outback. But most importantly, we’re raising essential funds for a great cause – helping Camp
Quality to create a better life for kids living with cancer.” Along the way, the 25+ quirky cars will pull
into towns in a fanfare of sirens, horns, water cannons, lights and colour in true Camp Quality style.
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Healthy Food and Drink Policy
All Government, Independent and Catholic schools in Western Australia use a traffic light system to
ensure that their students are being offered heatlhy and nutritious food within the school setting.
This traffic light system- also known as the Healthy Food and Drink policy- categorises food according
to it’s nutritional content. For example;
Green foods include foods that should make up the majority of our diet, and which should be eaten
every day such as fruit, vegetables and reduced fat dairy products.
Amber foods have some nutritional value, but should be used sparingly and in moderation. Amber foods
include some pre packaged items like oven baked chips, full fat cheeses and yoghurts and some
breakfast bars.
Red foods are food and drinks that are not part of a healthy diet such as lollies, chocolates and soft
drinks. “Red” food should not be offered within the school setting and they provide not nutritional
benefit for children, and are not conducive to learning.
Parents can help to support this policy by providing healthy lunches to their children which includes a
wide range of ‘Green’ foods such as:
A cheese and lettuce wrap
An English muffin with tomato pased, capscium, ham and cheese
Wholegrain crackers with hummus dip and cherry tomatoes
Rice salad with corn, capsicum, tomato and three bean mix.
As well as a healthy snack such as vegetables and dib, a tub of yoghurt or some fresh fruit.
By providing your child with a healthy lunch, you wil be setting them up with good lifelong habits.
Healthy lunches help children to be better able to concentrate at school and gives them more engery
to play and learn.
Quick Tip
Pack a frozen drink or ice brick in your child’s lunchbox to help keep food fresh and safe to eat.
Recipe Link - Date and Muesli Slice https://livelighter.com.au/Recipe/133/date-and-muesli-slice
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A Healthy Habit Reminder from the Junior Room
It is important to limit screen time to no more than 2 hours per day. Screen time includes television,
Ipads, video games etc. Electronic devices should be removed from bedrooms as they affect sleep
cycles.
REMEMBER: NO MORE THAN 2 HOURS PER DAY
Moorine Rock PS Playgroup
Term 3 Dates
A Playgroup for children aged 0-4 and their families.
Where: Moorine Rock Primary School
When: Wednesday 6/9, 20/9
Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Please bring a hat, water bottle & a healthy snack to be shared.
At Playgroup …
• You can have fun playing with your child
• You can meet other parents
• Your child can become familiar with the school environment ready for future years.
For more information, please contact Lisa on 90404017 or [email protected].
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MOORINE ROCK P&C FOOTY TIPPING
RESULTS
Round 23 – Sponsored by Westpac Bank SX with thanks to Kim Chrisp
Winner: The Amigo
OVERALL COMPETITION RESULTS:
Congratulations to the following winners;
1st – Yoyo 137pts $500
2nd- Pags 133pts $250
3rd – Birtles Family 132 pts $100
Mystery Prize –Kristian, Juanita & Leo
SPONSORS
A huge thankyou to our Sponsors that kindly donated to the Overall Prize;
BERNIES MOBILE MECHANICAL SERVICE BRANDSTATER ENTERPRISES
BYFIELDS MERREDIN DONOVAN FORD EMERALD GRAIN
GRANICH CONTRACTORS MOORINE ROCK GENERAL STORE
PASS AND ASSOCIATES SOUTHERN CROSS CONCRETE
TIARRI PRIME SAMM STUD YILGARN PLUMBING & GAS
Thank you to our Round Sponsors;
BORONA MECHANICAL BSS BERNIES MOBILE MECHANICAL SERVICE
CBH COCKYMART DANIELLE HARVEY DYSON JONES
EMERALD GRAIN JM & AE EIFFLER MERREDIN SPORTS POWER
R2K CONTRACTING SOUTHERN CROSS CONCRETE WESTPAC SX
YILGARN PLUMBING & GAS
A special thankyou to Graham and Jeannie Maddock who kindly donated their prize
money back to the P & C.
Thank you to all of the competitors who took part in our competition!
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Moorine Rock PS Playgroup
Term 3 Dates A Playgroup for children aged 0-4 and their families.
Where: Moorine Rock Primary School
When: Wednesday 6/9, 20/9
Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Please bring a hat, water bottle & a healthy snack to be shared.
At Playgroup …
• You can have fun playing with your child
• You can meet other parents
• Your child can become familiar with the school environment ready for future years.
For more information, please contact Lisa on 90404017 or [email protected].