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FROM THE PRINCIPAL It’s been a very smooth start to the year, even though some teachers including myself have been struck down with illnesses. Our new teachers have hit the ground running, which is a testament to their professionalism and expertise. I think we have a great team this year. Congratulations to all our Year 6 students who have been elected to leadership positions in our school. Our students took the election process very seriously and as a result we have a very strong, confident and capable student leadership team. I’m looking forward to watching them grow in their roles as the year progresses. New Director General Lisa Rodgers I was unable to attend the assembly this week as I was at a meeting of Principals where we heard our new Director General, Lisa Rodgers, address us for the first time. I think that everyone in the room was impressed, as her philosophy as an educational leader and her insights to our educational system resonated with many. She came across as being very personable, intelligent and highly astute. Ms Rodgers has held senior roles in New Zealand's Ministry of Education, and has also been chief executive of the Australian Insti- tute of Teaching and School Leadership. She started her working career in military intelligence where she learned to appreciate the importance of service to the community. Her time with the army also taught her the importance of gathering data and information from a range of sources in order to make the best decision possible, for the people. She inferred that she wouldn’t be implementing anything without being sure that it made a difference to students in the classroom. On several occasions she said “If it doesn’t work in the classroom – it doesn’t work.” I am very much looking forward to hearing more from her. Extra-Curricular Activities Thanks to the great generosity of our teachers and fabulous organisation on Mrs Kalajzic’s behalf, we have quite a few new things happening around the school. Monday - Breakfast Club. The focus of our Breakfast Club is on social interaction and independence skills. Children and parents are welcome and it is a time where students and parents get to socialise over a meal, and possibly interact with someone they might not get the opportunity to otherwise. Morning tabloid games. Lunchtime Club – Numero Tuesday - Running Club. Meet on the oval at 8.40am and Mr Edmonds will put you through your paces. A great way to build up your fitness. All ages are welcome. Lunchtime Club – Book Club. A nice time to chill out and read, have a story read to you, or to discuss the books you read. Wednesday - Lunchtime Club – Arts and Crafts Thursday - Lunchtime Club – Board Games Friday - Morning tabloid games. Lunchtime Club – Choir Nature Playground It looks like it’s finally happening! Thanks to the hard work, and absolute perseverance, of Steve Kelly, the contract has been award- ed and work looks to start in March. Can’t wait! 2019 Contributions and Charges Curtin Primary School Contributions and Charges for 2019 is set at $50 per student and $5 per family for our P&C Levy. We would appreciate payment as early as possible. Jennifer Broz Principal Newsletter No. 1 “SIMPLY THE BEST” 22nd February 2019 Our Vision Curtin Primary School is a vibrant learning community where every individual is supported and challenged to achieve excellence. www.curtinps.wa.edu.au - FlexiBuzz (communication app) IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER Monday 4th March 2019 LABOUR DAY PUBLIC HOLIDAY - NO SCHOOL Wednesday 13th March 2019 Year 4/5 Assembly Wednesday 20th March 2019 G’day Asia Play Friday 22nd March 2019 Harmony Day Dinner Friday 29th March 2019 Interschool Cricket Carnival Wednesday 3rd April 2019 Year 2/3 Assembly
