In this Issue The Year Seven Award Winners Chromebook Program for 2017 Congratulations and Farewell Premiers Reading Challenge 2017 Classes School Uniform Purchases 2017 Ardtornish Children's Centre Update Vacswim Piano Exams Ardtornish Choir Tracey's Care Column 2017 Term Dates Our Reception Year - Room 6 24th - Office open for uniform purchases 9am-12pm 25th - Office open for uniform purchases 9am - 12pm 30th - First day back to school 2017 9th - Sports Day 14th - 16th - Year 7 Aquatics Camp 14th - 17th - Rooms 7/8/31 Arbury Park Camp Road Crossing Monitors Mon 30th Jan - Mon 6th Feb Cooper R, Ethan M & Matthew M Tues 7th Feb - Mon 13th Feb Andreas H, Tyson F & Carlos G Tues 14th Feb - Mon 20th Feb Owen W, Matilda W & Hannah G Please arrive by 8.25am Having Fun - Respect - Confidence - Responsibility - Safe & Secure Environment Ardtornish Newsletter Ph: 8264 8099 - Email: [email protected]- OSHC: Ph 8396 4069 text messages to : 0447 467 152 Download at www.ardtornps.sa.edu.au Principal: Mark Hansen Deputy Principal: Deb Pryor Our Vision: To empower students to create positive futures through high quality teaching. Term 4 Week 9 Friday 16th December 2016 No. 22 アﾂドトーニシュ 小学校 January 2017 First Day of School 2017 - Monday 30th January The Year Seven Award Winners Acknowledged for outstanding skills, talents and service to the community. At Tuesday night’s Graduation ceremony, held at Sfera’s on the Park, over 400 family members and staff watched as 68 students graduated in a night of speeches, performances and presentations. The highlight of the night was the presentation of 4 major awards to students to acknowledge their outstanding achievements and the contributions they made to the school. The ‘Student of the Year Award’ was presented to Emma Nairn by Tom Kenyon to acknowledge her outstanding all round academic achievements throughout the year. The ‘Sports Award’ went to Angus Kean and Ella Rodgers presented by John Tagell, for their outstanding level of participation and achievement in sport. The ‘Florey Music Award’ was presented to Ella Hunter by Marli Sumner and The Honourable Frances Bedford MP, in recognition of her musical skills. Ella plays clarinet and saxophone in the school band and is a member of the Primary Schools Wind Ensemble. The ‘Technology Award’ was awarded to Kallum Lock by Steve Whitehead to recognize his personal achievements in relation to IT. Congratulations to all our winners for contributing so much to our school community. Governing Council and Ardtornish School Staff also acknowledged the significant contribution made to the school community over many years by Leanne Kean. We wish all graduates the very best for the future and know that they will be great ambassadors for our school. A special thanks to the Year 6/7 teaching team of Daniel Gehling, Cass Neller, Natalie Hall, David Lawton, Stephanie Gabbana and SSO Michelle von Einem who organized an outstanding and memorable event. Chromebook Program - Next year our very successful ‘one to one’ Chromebook program will be extended. Room 11: Mrs Neller, Rm 9: Mrs Hall, Rm 10: Mr Gehling and Rm 30: Miss Ravlich will be joining the existing program that is continuing in Rm 8: Mr Whitehead, Rm 7: Mr Wheaton and Rm 31: Mrs Crozier. For Parents new to the program in 2017, a further information session will be provided in Week 2 of Term 1 next year on Tues 7th Feb from 6:00pm till 7:30pm. Congratulations and Farewell to Ms Burke and Mr Lawton. After three wonderful years teaching JP, Ms Burke is leaving us for a leadership position at Mt Barker P.S. where she will be their STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) teacher. We will miss her happy and professional manner and the amazing contribution she made to staff and children. Likewise Mr Lawton is departing after 2 years for a Deputy Principal position at Shiedow Park. David has taught in the Yr 6/7 unit and also carried out a range of other roles, including running the SRC and working to revitalise the garden program. We have appreciated his contributions. Carolyne Bird and Tom Western have also completed their 2016 contracts with us and we wish them all the best for the future and thank them for their work. March 2017
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In this Issue
The Year Seven Award Winners
Chromebook Program for 2017
Congratulations and Farewell
Premiers Reading Challenge
2017 Classes
School Uniform Purchases 2017
Ardtornish Children's Centre Update
Vacswim
Piano Exams
Ardtornish Choir
Tracey's Care Column
2017 Term Dates
Our Reception Year - Room 6
24th - Office open for uniform purchases 9am-12pm 25th - Office open for uniform purchases 9am - 12pm 30th - First day back to school 2017 9th - Sports Day 14th - 16th - Year 7 Aquatics Camp 14th - 17th - Rooms 7/8/31 Arbury Park
Camp
Road Crossing Monitors
Mon 30th Jan - Mon 6th Feb Cooper R, Ethan M & Matthew M Tues 7th Feb - Mon 13th Feb Andreas H, Tyson F & Carlos G Tues 14th Feb - Mon 20th Feb Owen W, Matilda W & Hannah G
Please arrive by 8.25am
Having Fun - Respect - Confidence - Responsibility - Safe & Secure Environment
text messages to : 0447 467 152 Download at www.ardtornps.sa.edu.au
Principal: Mark Hansen Deputy Principal: Deb Pryor
Our Vision: To empower students to create positive futures through high quality teaching.
Term 4 Week 9 Friday 16th December 2016 No. 22
アﾂドトーニシュ 小学校
January 2017
First Day of School 2017 - Monday 30th January
The Year Seven Award Winners Acknowledged for outstanding skills,
talents and service to the community.
At Tuesday night’s Graduation ceremony, held at Sfera’s on the Park, over 400 family members and staff watched as 68 students graduated in a night of speeches, performances and presentations. The highlight of the night was the presentation of 4 major awards to students to acknowledge their outstanding achievements and the contributions they made to the school.
The ‘Student of the Year Award’ was presented to Emma Nairn by Tom Kenyon to acknowledge her outstanding all round academic achievements throughout the year.
The ‘Sports Award’ went to Angus Kean and Ella Rodgers presented by John Tagell, for their outstanding level of participation and achievement in sport.
The ‘Florey Music Award’ was presented to Ella Hunter by Marli Sumner and The Honourable Frances Bedford MP, in recognition of her musical skills. Ella plays clarinet and saxophone in the school band and is a member of the Primary Schools Wind Ensemble.
The ‘Technology Award’ was awarded to Kallum Lock by Steve Whitehead to recognize his personal achievements in relation to IT.
Congratulations to all our winners for contributing so
much to our school community.
Governing Council and Ardtornish School Staff also acknowledged the significant contribution made to the school community over many years by Leanne Kean.
We wish all graduates the very best for the future and know that they will be great ambassadors for our school.
A special thanks to the Year 6/7 teaching team of Daniel Gehling, Cass Neller, Natalie Hall, David Lawton, Stephanie Gabbana and SSO Michelle von Einem who organized an outstanding and memorable event.
Chromebook Program - Next year our very successful ‘one to one’ Chromebook
program will be extended. Room 11: Mrs Neller, Rm 9: Mrs Hall, Rm 10: Mr Gehling and Rm 30: Miss Ravlich will be joining the existing program that is continuing in Rm 8: Mr Whitehead, Rm 7: Mr Wheaton and Rm 31: Mrs Crozier. For Parents new to the program in 2017, a further information session will be provided in Week 2 of Term 1 next year on Tues 7th Feb from 6:00pm till 7:30pm.
Congratulations and Farewell to Ms Burke and Mr Lawton.
After three wonderful years teaching JP, Ms Burke is leaving us for a leadership position at Mt Barker P.S. where she will be their STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) teacher. We will miss her happy and professional manner and the amazing contribution she made to staff and children. Likewise Mr Lawton is departing after 2 years for a Deputy Principal position at Shiedow Park. David has taught in the Yr 6/7 unit and also carried out a range of other roles, including running the SRC and working to revitalise the garden program. We have appreciated his contributions. Carolyne Bird and Tom Western have also completed their 2016 contracts with us and we wish them all the best for the future and thank them for their work.
March 2017
Ardtornish Children’s Centre Update
Thank You
Our sincere thanks to those wonderful parents, relatives and volunteers who have contributed to our programs at the Centre in 2016 – cooking, washing smocks and tea towels, building a home for the chickens and a mud kitchen table, sorting literacy kits, joining our excursions, caring for chickens, wrapping, cleaning, contributing to the Governing Council and importantly, being there to support each other.
What we do would not be possible without your contributions and we are very grateful. Thanks you.
Baby Playgroups
These will be running on Monday and Wednesday mornings (sorry Thursday 15 Dec is not available) until Christmas. In January on Mondays 2-4pm from 8 January and Wednesday 10am -12pms on 11 & 18 January.
The new term program will have details of all groups starting in the new school year.
Do look after yourself over the holidays
Merry Christmas and holiday moments see http://www.pixelthoughts.co/Catch ya in 2017!!!
Cheers, John Buckell Community Development Coordinator 82649828, 0409984495 or email [email protected]
Premier's Reading Challenge
Congratulations to Hollee ( pictured ) the only Year 6 student who received a Reader For Life Award for Premiers Reading Challenge. The following list is of the Year 7 students who also achieved Readers For Life. Congratulations to all the students. Aidan S, Alex S, Anothony F, Ashlee B, Brian B, Caitlan F, Cameron E, Charlotte T, Cooper F – K, Corey W, Ella W, Ella H, Emma N, Hannah M, Helen A, Henry H, Jade P, Joshua M, Karl G, Kelece N,
Kyle V, Lachlan H, Mitchell T, Ryan O, Ryan M, Sapphire H, Sebastian S, Tatijana E, Tyler O, Caitlin L, Gaby H, Kaitlyn H, Maisie C and Yaan C.
Room Year Level Teacher
3 R Gayle Bennett
5 R Liz Nicol
6 R Helen Hodges
7 5/6 Graeme Wheaton
8 5/6 Steve Whitehead
9 7 Nat Hall
10 7 Daniel Gehling
11 6 Cass Neller
18 Study Room
19 2/3 Rachael Agaciak
20 2/3 Kim Long
21 1/2 Sharon McAskill
22 3/4 Maggie Holloway
24 3/4 Lisa Bradshaw
27 1 Alison Addle
28 1 Carla Cafasso
29 1/2 Kate Baulderstone
30 4 Katrin Ravlich
31 4/5 Val Crozier
2017 Classes
School Uniform Purchases The front office will be open for school uniform
purchases on Tuesday 24th January and Wednesday 25th January between 9am - 12pm.
If your child is going to be away for longer than three days whether it be holiday/illness/family reasons an exemption form needs to be completed (available from the front office). If your child is away unexpectedly e.g. sick please ring 8264 8099 and press 3 to leave an absence message or text 0447 467 152 to let the office know.
Don’t miss out! VACSWIM enrolments
closing soon!
Registrations for SA Water’s summer school holiday VACSWIM program are closing fast and families are reminded to book now before it’s too late! More than 13,000 primary school aged children are expected to take part in the summer water safety program at more than 130 pool and beach locations this January. Described as the best value-for-money holiday program with enrolment starting at $30/child, VACSWIM provides children with the opportunity to develop skills and positive experiences in the areas of water safety, confidence and competence in the water, personal survival activities and basic aquatic emergency procedures. Enrolments close December 19 (which is very soon!). Don’t miss out, visit
www.vacswimsa.com.au to register your child today!
Piano Exams
Congratulations to Holly, Katey and Mia for receiving Honours for their Piano exams. Well done girls!!
Tracey’s Care Column Dear Families, The Christmas season is expected to be a time of joy, but for many people this one day can be a time of stress, anxiety, disappointment or loneliness. Christmas time seems to come with high expectations of perfect, happy families, enjoying luxurious celebrations and gifts, but most of us are not able to live up to these ideals. Christmas time is about love, showing love to our family and friends, by being kind, caring and supportive to one another. Some people may experience feelings of isolation, financial pressures or increased family conflict that can make this a very stressful time of year. For those who have recently lost a loved one, Christmas can intensify feelings of grief and sadness. Some thoughts on ways we can ease some of challenges…. Financial pressures….you could try only buying gifts for the children and have a Secret Santa for the adults or keep spending to a set amount per person. For family outings, go to freeadelaide.com.au for information on free events around South Australia. Family tension….prepare yourself mentally in advance for socialising, avoid topics of conflict, plan to put aside the adult ongoing squabbles and decide to put the kids first and help make their day a special one. Grief….be kind to yourself, allow yourself space and time to be alone if needed, drink a toast to your loved one, talk about your special memories, take a walk. Loneliness….stay in touch with loved ones via the phone or social media. If you are on your own this Christmas why not volunteer with the Salvos or other charity, you will feel great when giving out to others. Listen to the radio, they have a great way of reaching out. Plan to go out somewhere. Go along to your local church and sing some Christmas carols on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. You will be very welcome and will make new friends. I want to take this opportunity to wish you all a Merry Christmas and a safe holiday break. Tracey Cooper Pastoral Care Worker
2017 Term Dates
Term 1 - Monday 30th January - Friday 13th April Term 2 - Monday 1st May - Friday 7th July Term 3 - Monday 24th July - Friday 29th September Term 4 - Monday 16th October - Friday 15th December
Ardtornish Choir On Friday 2nd December Ardtornish Primary School Choir entertained shoppers at Golden Grove Village Shopping Centre! After their performance they were lucky enough to meet Santa.
