pg. 1 Newsletter 11 Dear Parents and Carers Welcome I extend a warm welcome back, to all the members of the school community, for the commencement of Term 3. The term has commenced smoothly and we welcome 9 new families and 12 new students to our school. We also welcome back Ms Stephens who is returning from maternity leave and is working in B1 on a Wednesday. Mrs Alannah O’Donovan is a new member of staff working in B7 on a Wednesday and welcome to Ms Colleen Johnson who is working in D4 on Monday and Tuesday. Miss Tegan Goodall is working in B3 following Mr Wilkinson’s retirement. Mrs Hill has moved to be working in C3 with Mr George as Miss Powers took up a permanent position at Atwell PS. Vale – Peter Judge It is with sadness that I inform the school community about the passing of the crossing warden for Rostrata PS, Mr Peter Judge. Mr Judge was involved as the traffic warden Area Supervisor between 1994 and 2005. Between 2005 and 2019 Mr Judge was the Traffic Warden at the Rostrata Avenue crossing, which was at the front of our school. He was always friendly towards the students and parents and brightened their day, keeping them safe as they crossed to and from school. This year he was once again a part of our school’s Anzac Day service as he has been for many years. He is a very well know figure within our community The school extends their condolences to his wife and family at this very sad time. He will be missed. Professional Learning for Staff Monday, week 1, was jam packed with learning and collaboration by all members of staff. We commenced the day with an address by Mr France highlighting the need to ensure that all children are supported to achieve the best they can from their learning, despite coming from different starting places. Deb Thomas, the Occupational Therapist who is working with staff and students in the school, gave a very informative presentation of Sensory Processing. It was a practical session and staff were able to apply the knowledge learnt and discussed, to their classroom. We look forward to doing more work with Mrs Thomas on the next Professional Learning Day. After recess the staff, in learning groups, worked with various experts in the school on ICT programs which could be used to engage students in their learning. In the afternoon, members of the PBS committee presented the flow chart to be used by staff so
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Newsletter 11
Dear Parents and Carers
Welcome I extend a warm welcome back, to all the members of the school community, for the commencement of Term 3. The term has commenced smoothly and we welcome 9 new families and 12 new students to our school. We also welcome back Ms Stephens who is returning from maternity leave and is working in B1 on a Wednesday. Mrs Alannah O’Donovan is a new member of staff working in B7 on a Wednesday and welcome to Ms Colleen Johnson who is working in D4 on Monday and Tuesday. Miss Tegan Goodall is working in B3 following Mr Wilkinson’s retirement. Mrs Hill has moved to be working in C3 with Mr George as Miss Powers took up a permanent position at Atwell PS.
Vale – Peter Judge It is with sadness that I inform the school community about the passing of the crossing warden for Rostrata PS, Mr Peter Judge. Mr Judge was involved as the traffic warden Area Supervisor between 1994 and 2005. Between 2005 and 2019 Mr Judge was the Traffic Warden at the Rostrata Avenue crossing, which was at the front of our school. He was always friendly towards the students and parents and brightened their day, keeping them safe as they crossed to and from school. This year he was once again a part of our school’s Anzac Day service as he has been for many years. He is a very well know figure within our community The school extends their condolences to his wife and family at this very sad time. He will be missed.
Professional Learning for Staff Monday, week 1, was jam packed with learning and collaboration by all members of staff. We commenced the day with an address by Mr France highlighting the need to ensure that all children are supported to achieve the best they can from their learning, despite coming from different starting places. Deb Thomas, the Occupational Therapist who is working with staff and students in the school, gave a very informative presentation of Sensory Processing. It was a practical session and staff were able to apply the knowledge learnt and discussed, to their classroom. We look forward to doing more work with Mrs Thomas on the next Professional Learning Day. After recess the staff, in learning groups, worked with various experts in the school on ICT programs which could be used to engage students in their learning. In the afternoon, members of the PBS committee presented the flow chart to be used by staff so
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that everyone has the same understanding of how to manage misbehaviour. The processes are linked to the Tier 1 Tier 2 and Tier 3 model of the PBS pyramid.
Mr France Mr France will be away until week 3 of term 3 due to Family matters. Mrs Clarke will be taking the position as the Acting Principal for this period of time.
ALLERGY AWARE SCHOOL As we have many students throughout the school who have severe allergies, especially to nut products and eggs, I request that parents assist by not sending nuts, nut bars or spreads containing nuts into the school. Some students, through incidental contact with nut products, can develop severe and potentially life threatening reactions. Thank you for your cooperation and support which is greatly appreciated by the school.
Kiss and Go Thank you to parents for following the “clockwise” flow of traffic in Concraige Way and the laneway behind the shopping centre. This improves safety for motorists, pedestrians and the flow of traffic.
P&C Meeting All members of the school community are welcome to attend the P&C meetings on Monday night. The next meeting will be held on Monday 5th August at 7:00pm. We look forward to having as many parents as possible join with us to support our school.
ANNABELLA CLARKE Acting Principal
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PLAY AND LEARN
GREAT OPPORTUNITY I extend a warm invitation to parents of students in years Kindy, Pre-primary and year 1 to attend a parent workshop being presented by Deb Thomas, the Senior Occupational Therapist. This is on Thursday August 1 2019 at 2:15pm in the Library. This workshop will be repeated to suit the other Kindy group of parents/caregivers on Friday 16th August at 2:15pm.
Mrs Thomas will present an overview of the foundations of fine motor skills necessary for success in the classroom. This will be an informal and practical meeting.
I look forward to seeing you there. Please contact the school on 94579455 so that we can prepare for your visit.
Annabella Clarke Deputy of Student Services
CLASS NEWS – A9
The first week of the new term got off to an enjoyable start for the Pre-Primary students in A9 as they celebrated 100 Days of School. Parents and grandparents joined in various activities including playing board games, creating crowns and decorating biscuits, along with making colourful necklaces with 100 beads. We’re now looking forward to our next 100 days of learning!
Sara Eldred Class Teacher
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KITCHEN NEWS
Welcome back to another exciting term in the Kitchen. Our lettuce and silverbeet is thriving at the moment allowing us to finish our frittata lessons started last term. We use many eggs in our frittata which introduces their nutritional value, high in protein and iron. Our salad was delicious and full of wonderful colour and texture.
Vittoria Richards Kitchen Specialist
JINGLES IN JULY
This afternoon 113 band students performed for students, staff and parents in our annual ‘Jingles in July’ Concert. Each band performed three pieces and then combined to form one big band to conclude the concert.
Thank you to Mrs De Hoog and all the tutors for their hard work in getting the students ready for the performance. I special congratulations to the Training Band who performed in public for the very first time. They have certainly come a long way in the short time they have been playing.
Cindy Wells Deputy Principal
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CHAPLAIN
Louise Lathbury Chaplain
THINK BEFORE YOU SPEAK!
We cannot control the way people interpret our ideas or
thoughts, but we can control the words and tones we
choose to convey them. Peace is built on understanding,
and wars are built on misunderstandings. Never
underestimate the power of a single word, and never
recklessly throw around words. One wrong word, or
misinterpreted word, can change the meaning of an entire
sentence and start a war. And one right word, or one kind
word, can grant you the heavens and open doors.” Suzy
Kassem, Rise Up and Salute the Sun: The Writings of
During Term 2, B5 students recognised Reconciliation Week and NAIDOC Week. It was a celebration of cultural awareness.
Linda Holland Class Teacher
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SPORT NEWS
Term 3 has started and we’re off sprinting – literally. This term will be all about preparation for the athletics carnival, so be prepared to jump, throw and run.
DATES TO REMEMBER THIS TERM SCISA Interschool Cross Country carnival 21st August (Week 5)
FACTION ATHLETICS AND JUNIOR CARNIVAL – TERM 4 Due to swimming lessons throughout Term 3, the Faction Athletics Carnival and the Junior Carnival will be held early in Term 4. Dates and information will be provided closer to the end of term.
SCISA WINTER CARNIVAL The SCISA Winter Carnival was held in Week 9 of last term. The weather gods answered our prayers and the weather was absolutely perfect for a day of winter sports. It was a tremendous day all round with plenty of strong competition, great sportsmanship and fun had by all. RESULTS: League Tag: Pool A = 1st; Pool B = 3rd Netball: Pool A = 4th; Pool B = 2nd Soccer: Boys = 2nd; Girls = 3rd Aussie Rules: 3rd Thank you to everyone who came down to support the teams.
CROSS COUNTRY PRACTICE Just a reminder that training for the SCISA Cross Country carnival will recommence this term and will be held every Tuesday after school until the day of the event. Parent helpers are needed to supervise the course.
MIDDLE AND SENIOR SPORTS This term, Middle and Senior School Sports will be used to gather records that will be used for the Faction Athletics Carnival. Please make sure that students attend these sessions in order to be accurately recorded. If students are unable to participate in Middle or Senior Sports, a note must be supplied to classroom teacher.
RUNNING CLUB Running Club will be up and running again for Term 3. Running Club is held every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 8am, weather permitting. Newcomers are welcome at any time.
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SPORTS CHALLENGE – HULA HOOP CHALLENGE This idea was taken from the Disney Channel Hula Hoop Challenge, where participants were asked a bunch of questions while hula hooping. Once the hoop was dropped, they were out. Form your own list of questions (it can be on any topic) and answer as many as you can without dropping your hoop. How many questions can you answer? Did you get all the questions right? If you can’t hula hoop, trying spinning the hoop around a different body part, such as a wrist or ankle-skipping.
SPORTS QUIZ The Australian netball team played in the Netball World Cup finals in the UK last weekend. What is the name of the Australian netball team? Who did they play in the finals? Who won?
Linda Vedel, Amy Wyatt & Suzie Leach Phys Ed Specialists
ART NEWS
The Year 6s have spent several weeks working on their clay food sculptures and displays. Their creativity and dedication has paid off because they all look incredible! We focused on the Visual Art elements of Texture and Form. Some of the students' art work will be on display in the library over the next couple of weeks.
I’m very proud of you all! 👏🏼🙌🏼.
Kate Ainscoe Visual Art Specialist
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P & C NEWS
General Meeting Term 3 Welcome back to Rostrata for another term! We will be holding our next General Meeting on Monday 5th August at 7pm in the School Library (this is the Monday of Week 3). All parents are welcome to come along and join ($1 per year); being a part of the P&C is a great way to keep in touch with what’s happening at Rostrata Primary. Please visit the P&C website (rostratapandc.org.au) for more information.
I look forward to seeing you there.
Cheers,
Tristan Cameron
P&C President
Rostrata Dads Our wonderful school library has a Parent Shelf from which parents can borrow (just see the librarian). It looks like this:
Over the holidays we enjoyed this one:
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We don't have any organised events this term, but we'll keep in touch with those on our database with info from the Fathering Project. If you’d like to keep informed of future dads/dads and kids events, email us at [email protected] and we’ll add you to the list.
Tip of the week: complete the Fathering Project's Fathering Facts Survey.
Entertainment Book The Entertainment Books are available as a book or digital membership app. Both are full of great value and you only have to use your membership once or twice and it will have paid for itself! Orders can be made online at https://www.entertainmentbook.com.au/orderbooks/842a43 If you have any queries, please contact Renee Warnes on 0439 470 746 or [email protected].
P&C Website To keep up to date on all P&C related events and information, please check out our website: www.rostratapandc.org.au Cheers, Tristan Cameron P&C President
YOUNG ENGINEERS CLUB
Young Engineers Club (YEC) @ D-Block (Wednesdays 3:15pm to 4:45pm) – calling all Yr4-6 students interested in STEM. The Young Engineers club that meets weekly on Wednesday afternoons in D-block have space for 5 new students. Term 3 registration now open. We have lots of fun building and learning about Lego machines & robots. It’s the perfect way to prepare for the robotics revolution. Fees apply. >> Online Registration: https://www.trybooking.com/JVAC >> Contact Chee directly for any questions: [email protected] / 0406 542 912
Stockland Riverton are doing their Youth Art Awards again this year and they would love students's from local schools to enter their artistic creations! The theme this year is COLOUR! So any artworks you have done recently or are planning to do that are colourful (can be any medium, even sculpture) can be entered. Entries close 25th August
More information can be found on the Stockland Riverton website. https://www.stockland.com.au/shopping-centres/centres/stockland-riverton/offers-and-events/news/2019/05/31/09/25/youth-art-awards-2019
Please bring your artworks to Mrs Ainscoe in the Art Room (Kitchen) before Friday 23rd August.
