Welcome to Issue

#27—31 August ‘17

Saturday 2nd September

PREP Working Bee

Monday 4th September

Gr 3 Mini Exhibition

Gr 6 Bike Ed

Wednesday 6th September

Gr 4 Bike Ed

Friday 8th September

Gr 6 Bike Ed

From Michele ...

Primary Years Program:

Inquiry Learning and Values

At Brighton Primary we are proud to be educating our students for the future, to thrive and

contribute to an ever-changing global community. A strong sense of belonging is fundamental

to fostering a safe, purposeful and inclusive learning environment in which learning is

accessible to everyone.

The Primary Years Program is concept driven. It teaches our students to develop the

transdisciplinary skills needed to become, 'inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people

who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and

respect.'

Last night, our school community attended the Opening Night of the Grade 6 Exhibition where

students were able to showcase their learning.

The central idea, ‘Inclusion Enriches and Challenges Humanity’ provided students with the

opportunity to identify an area of interest to further investigate and deepen their

understanding. Students selected a wide range of issues, some of which included; equality,

racism, sport, genetics and history.

Through inquiry and application students developed their skills in directing and managing their

own learning. They also selected how best to present their understandings based on personal

preference. When responding to issues students were encouraged to select responses that

demonstrated their understanding of responsible citizenship. Student action included; starting

conversations, changing individual behaviour, writing letters, changing the way they think and

act to become more empathetic, responsible and inclusive by considering the perspectives of

others.

The cooperation and collaboration demonstrated by students, teachers and parents over the

past few weeks is commendable. The large attendance, with standing room only, at the

Opening Night was an indication of this strong sense of community as well as our student

enthusiasm for learning.

Just Keep Reading!!

A Reminder to all our fabulous readers taking part in the Premiers Reading Challenge

Only 1 Week to Go……

You have until Friday 8th September to Complete the Challenge:

30 Books for Prep –Grade 2

15 Books for Grade 3 – Grade 5

Assembly performance by

Aaron P. 6A, playing

‘Metal Merchant’ on the

Keyboard.

Class Name PYP Attitude 0A Nrip P. Enthusiasm

0B Thomas L. Appreciation

0C Gustavo P. Confidence

0D Kristian S. Cooperation

0E Anthony G. Curiosity

1A

1B Mimi R. Curiosity

1C Lily T. Confidence

1D Brooke T. Confidence

1E Indie L. Curiosity

2A Isabelle T. Enthusiasm

2B Olivia T. Appreciation

2C Danny M. Curiosity

2D Abby E. Respect

2E Christopher R. Curiosity

Class Name PYP Attitude

3A Liam B. Curiosity

3B Chloe W. Creativity

3C Nicolas K. Enthusiasm

3D Max F. Commitment

3E Lily P. Confidence

4A Imogen R. Empathy

4B Jackson T. Empathy

4C Chloe H. Curiosity

4D Jazzy M. Respect

5A Madi L. Cooperation

5B Feline L. Respect

5C Will S. Enthusiasm

5D Jacin F. Commitment

6A Robbie M. Enthusiasm

6B Olivia C. Confidence

6C Eva D. Commitment

6D

MONDAY MORNING ASSEMBLY

4th September 2017

Parents are welcome to attend our Monday morning assemblies at 9.00am in the Gym.

COLDS AND FLU– BE A GERM STOPPER!!

Did you know? The average child misses over 4 school days a year as a result of colds and flu each year. For children who wipe their nose on

clothing and hands this increases to 6 days per year. We are in the middle of the cold and flu season so we want to try to reduce the

spread of viruses during this time. Everyone needs to be mindful of how these viruses are spread and how to prevent this from

happening. What is good respiratory hygiene?

Viruses such as colds and flu are spread by germs that are too small for us to see. Cold symptoms such as runny noses, coughs and

sneezes spread cold germs into the air. If these germs are breathed in by another person then they may be infected with the virus.

Germs are also spread by hand to face contact and by people touching objects that can be infected and someone wiping their nose

on their hand.

So how can we stop the spread of cold and flu?

Keep your child home if they are sick or unwell – remember this allows them time to recover, and also reduces spread to other

children. Always make sure your child has their own tissues in their bag in case of runny noses. If your child has a fever and

symptoms persist make sure you seek medical review.

Don’t forget to teach your child good respiratory hygiene.

Remember to:

CATCH IT – cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you sneeze or cough.

BIN IT – Throw tissue in bin.

KILL IT – Wash your hands with soap and water.

If your child is unwell, please keep them at home until they have recovered.

Thankyou. Cecile (School Nurse)

House Champions Athletics 2017

9-10 Girls

Lonsdale (Red) Keira Price

Fairhaven (Blue) Mila Alexander

Sorrento (Yellow) Maddie King

Sorrento (Yellow) Bethany Perry Crockart

Apollo ( Green) To be announced.

11 Girls

Lonsdale (Red) Kiera Hatzistavros

Fairhaven (Blue) Ava Alexander

Apollo (Green) Julia De Maria

Sorrento (Yellow) Mia L’Abbate

12-13 Girls

Lonsdale (Red) Molly Goudie

Fairhaven (Blue) Serena Lopreiato

Apollo (Green) Imogen Tomsic

Sorrento (Yellow) Chloe Baxter

9-10 Boys

Lonsdale (Red) Hugh Kabengele

Fairhaven (Blue) Alex Hill

Apollo (Green) Thomas Paddington

Sorrento (Yellow) Ryan Pappin

11 Boys

Lonsdale (Red) Nico Scantamburlo

Fairhaven (Blue) Charlie Pelgrim

Apollo (Green) Joe Catalano

Sorrento (Yellow) Jhett Haeata

12-13 Boys

Lonsdale (Red) Nick McCluskey

Fairhaven (Blue) James Clarkson

Apollo (Green) Matteo Macali

Sorrento (Yellow) Kyle Verbunt

Overall House Athletics Champion

4th 431 point Lonsdale

3rd 433 points Sorrento

2nd 447 points Apollo

1st 469 points Fairhaven

Special Recognition Awards

Alia Hudson for perseverance (fell at the start of the 200m but continued with the race)

Ben Williams consistent effort in class during Athletics

Alex Turner showing good sportsmanship (leading in the hurdles heats but fell on the second to last

hurdle therefore not qualifying for the finals).

Sienna Stavourlis perseverance at the Athletics Carnival.

Emma Goudie showing integrity at the Athletics Carnival.

Simone Bilis showing integrity at the Athletics Carnival.

Ophir Diamant for being an enthusiastic participant in the Athletics Carnival.

Grace Harrison for her fantastic organisational skills in the lead up to the Athletics Carnival.

Corey Dow for being an enthusiastic participant in the Athletics Carnival.

Congratulations Fairhaven!

Nude Food Winners!

1st Place— 6D 33 wrappers

2nd Place— 3C 35 wrappers

3rd Place— 3B 37 wrappers

(Wrappers collected over a 4 day week)

Congratulations on leading the change towards a

more

environmentally friendly school!