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MOUNT LOCKYER PRIMARY SCHOOL

Humphreys Street, Albany WA 6330. Phone: 9841 1166 Fax: 9841 7262

Care, Compassion, Excellence; Mount Lockyer Primary School a place to learn and grow

Newsletter No: 2
Dates to Remember 27th February 2013 Early Close 2.30pm 1st March 2013 Assembly 5th March Mini Assembly Value: Cooperation Councillor Nominations Faction swimming Carnival Value:- Attentive Listening Commenced on 18th February for weeks 3 and 4. Rewards will be presented at this weeks Assembly. Attentive Listening means thinking and acting in ways that connect you with the speaker Term Dates 2013 Term 1 Monday 4th February Friday 19th April Term 2 Tuesday 7th May Friday 5th July Early Close Dates February 27th, March 13th, 27th, April 10th P&C Uniform Shop Open Days: Tuesday and Thursday 8:30am 9:30am

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26th February 2013

Attendance: Weeks 1 & 2 P 95% 1 90% 2 95% 3 98% 4 95% 5 94% 6 87% 7 98%

Already into the fourth week of term 1 and I have to say this has been a most enjoyable and productive start to a school year. The staff thank each and every one of you for ensuring your children were well and truly prepared for school, all the necessary equipment and in complete school uniform, this has in no small measure contributed to the excellent start. The numbers have settled and the organisation of classes will remain, we have been very fortunate in that there has been minimal changes to class lists. Please keep in mind that at times due to unforeseen circumstances we do have the need to reorganise class configurations. This year is the first year that Pre Primary has become compulsory, this means Pre Primary students must be enrolled and attend five days per week. If your child is absent from school it is a requirement that a note is provided explaining the absence, this can be phoned through or sent via text message or given verbally to the teacher. Student attendance needs to be a minimum of 90%, below this percentage and the attendance will be flagged and investigated. Each newsletter we will include the percentage attendance for each year level PP Year 7 and the overall attendance. The year group with the highest attendance will be identified on an Attendance Honour Poster placed on the door of the front entry to the school. So, Congratulations Year 3, for Weeks 1 and 2 you are on an awesome 98%. I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate the Student Councillors for the wonderful way they have performed their duties, the leadership they have provided and for being such excellent role models for all students in the school. A number of class teachers have already held their parent information session. These meetings are a perfect opportunity to find out how the class will operate, the expectations in regards to behaviour and homework and any events that may arise during the year. Many of the meetings have been well attended and we thank you for taking time out of your busy schedules to attend; research clearly shows that when the school works in partnership with families students achieve better outcomes in all respects. When the Governor of West Australia Mr McCusker and his wife Mrs McCusker were in Albany two weeks ago they visited our school. Accompanying them was Young Australian of the Year Adram Azimi. This was a real treat for our students, the Governor and his wife spoke to a group of students about their program Kids Who Give WA. This is a program that encourages and nurtures the social conscience of young people, and celebrates and rewards outstanding acts of care, kindness and giving by young West Australians. Research shows that people who care about others are happier and more accepted in their community. The aim of the program is to teach children the importance of giving back. If you are interested in the Kids Who Give WA program go to the interactive www.kidswhogivewa.com.au website for more detailed information. Further in this newsletter is a scanned copy of an article in the West Australian last week. It is the 30th Year for the Jump Rope for Heart, in the article there is mention of Mount Lockyer Primary School. The photos are of students that were in the original Lockyer Leapers Skipping Squad, Dougie Roberts (pictured doing the push-ups) Kathy Pomery who is now Kath Hart and is quoted in the article, Arlia Sluiter and unfortunately I am not sure who the others are. The photos are taken at our school during the jump off which we do annually to raise money for the Heart Foundation. This Thursday the assembly will be hosted by the Student Councillors and entertainment will be provided by the School Choir. Look forward to seeing you there. Maxine Augustson Principal

Religious Instruction All children are expected to participate in Religious Instruction. If you do not want your child to participate in religious instruction please send a note to the classroom teacher with this request. Please note students do not automatically become exempt from previous years. A new exemption note needs to be completed for 2013. Baha'i SRE classes Bahai SRE classes will be offered in 2013 at Mount Lockyer Primary School. Children from all religious and cultural backgrounds are welcome. Students learn how spiritual qualities, or virtues, such as honesty, courtesy and service are a necessary part of a peaceful community and world. The teachers are trained volunteers registered as SRE teachers with the Department of Education. There is no charge. If you are interested, please return the attached form to the front office by 15th February. Please note that a new permission slip needs to be completed for 2013. Permission Slip Bahai Special Religious Education Classes. . I wish for my child/ren

PLAYGROUP WEDNESDAY MORNINGS IN OUR PLACE FROM 9.00am to 11.00am EVERYBODY IS WELCOME PLEASE BRING A PIECE OF FRUIT FOR YOUR CHILD. ENQUIRIES TO Mrs Tozer 98411166
Your attendance will earn MOUNT LOCKYER PRIMARY SCHOOL Passport Points

Chaplains Chat Hello every one. I was asked this week some questions about who I am and what my role is here. So I thought it was a good time to reintroduce myself to everyone new and old. My real name is Greg Barber. Everyone at school knows me as Chappie. I have a diploma in Childrens services and have worked as a qualified Child Carer and worked in family support with YMCA here in Albany for many years. This is my third year here at Mt Lockyer and its been a great experience getting to know everyone. I have been married to the beautiful Eleanor for 17yrs now and we have two wonderful children Katja 15, and Quinn 11. My main role here as the school Chaplain is to be a part of the schools student and family support program. Children cannot learn to their full potential if they are worried or stressed over day-to-day things happening in their lives. This may be a friend thats not talking to them, a change in routine, or an argument they may have had at home. Perhaps something they have seen on TV has stuck in their minds and is worrying them. We can be constantly surprised as parents at what makes a child anxious. Dropping off a child in this state for six hours of school can be worrying for the parents as well. Having someone that can take a personal interest in them and watch over them for you is very reassuring. As I am not a teacher, my place in the school system is unique and very flexible. This enables me to be able to meet the different needs of parents and children from pre primary to yr 7. I spend my day interacting with students either one on one or in groups all throughout the day. You may see me on the basketball court, on the oval, at sports carnivals or on the roof collecting lost balls. Often Im just sitting in the sand pit enjoying a lively conversation with a beautiful smiling child and my day is fulfilled. So if you have any concerns regarding your child or something personal that I may be able to help you with, even if it has nothing to do with the school, please feel free to stop me in the halls or contact me through the office. I am available Monday to Thursday during school hours. I will be talking more about families, children and chaplaincy in further newsletters so keep a look out. The chaplains services are always respectful, private and confidential. Cheers Chappie

. To attend Bahais Education Classes Parent name Signature . Phone. 2013 Newsletter In order to be more environmentally friendly, we have decided to start sending out our Newsletter via email. If you would like to receive the Newsletter this way, please send a confirmation email to sarah.cornick@education.wa.edu.au Please note that due to system updates throughout the school holidays, I may not have received your emails requesting the Newsletter, please re-send if you suspect this has happened. Thank you. Photo Permission Photo permission slips are a part of the enrolment process to ensure we have permission for your child/ren to have their photo used within school activities e.g., at school, the schools website, outside school. If you have any concerns about your child/ren having photos taken at school for publication within the school or on school excursions please make sure you have completed the photo permission slip giving your consent for photo usage or whether the photo usage is restricted to particular usage or not allowed at all. The photo permission slip is available at the school office should you need to change your preference.

Wanted: Our Place Our Place would very much appreciate any donations of old jewellery, large cushions and/or bean bags. We would also like to find someone who has spare time to do some sewing. If you can help, please see Mrs Vaughan in Our Place. Wanted: Play Pod Donations

School Fees A reminder to all parents that the Voluntary Contributions for 2013 are due. They are $40.00 per child attending Mount Lockyer Primary School. The school uses this money to purchase art and craft material, science equipment and to support various programs run through out the school. Payment would be appreciated. If you are having difficulty making this payment please contact the RegistrarChristine Davidson to make suitable arrangements. Money can be direct deposited into the school account. BSB: 306 001 Acc No: 515 4800 Mt Lockyer School Fund BankWest Cheque Account

Our Play Pod has arrived! It's the blue sea container near Our Place. Now we need to fill it with lots of interesting things for kids to play with. If you have any of the following please let Barb Jeremic or Shelley Vaughan know. Shelving Plastic pipes Wooden planks Flexible plastic pipes Balls (all sizes) Telephones Computer keyboards Material Carpets, rugs Cardboard boxes (large), Cardboard tubes Steering wheels Dress up clothes, bags, shoes etc Smaller mattresses Plastic chairs without legs Netting Foam pieces (Like that used in packing) Plastic pots, Buckets, Plastic Containers Other plumbing, building off-cuts, Cable rolls (wooden)

Please make sure you put a description in the payment section. As a thank you for paying school fees early, the school will hold a raffle draw for all families who have paid before the end of term one. This will be a dinner voucher at The Venice restaurant to the value of $100. Mount Lockyer Uniforms The School Uniform Consists of; Maroon Windcheater Maroon or Gold Polo Shirt Faction T shirt Maroon Track Pant Maroon Skirt Maroon Shorts STRICTLY NO denim jeans or shorts, black denim jeans or shorts, jeggings or tights. A "No Hat- No Play" policy will be in operation in the school terms one & four, but the wearing of hats during all outdoor activities throughout the year will be encouraged. Wide brim and bucket hats are available for sale at the uniform shop. Footwear should meet health and safety requirements, such as sandshoes/joggers, school style boots/shoes with plain coloured socks. Jewellery should be kept to a minimum and make-up is not acceptable for primary school students. Hair should be neat and presentable at all times and should be tied up if long.
STUDENTS NOT WEARING SCHOOL UNIFORM WILL BE GIVEN APPROPRIATE CLOTHING TO WEAR FOR THE DAY. Southern Districts Junior Football Association Registration Days Auskick to Under 15s Registration Days will be held at the Junior Club Rooms on the: 14th & 21st March from 3.30p.m 6.00.p.m. To save time you can register on line at www.sdjfa.sportingpulse.net . Kidsport applications are available at ALAC prior to registration day and these applicants need to appear in person with their stamped forms. We look forward to seeing you there.

School based immunisation program moved to Year 8 Please note that the school based immunisation program, previously offered to Year 7 students, will be delivered in Year 8 starting in 2014. In the 2013 school based immunisation program, all male students in Years 8, 9 and 10 will be offered the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) vaccine series to protect them against developing a range of cancers and diseases. If your son is eligible for this vaccine, you will receive information and a consent form via your sons school bag in 2013. If your child is in Year 7 in 2013, they will receive their school vaccines in 2014 when they are in Year 8. Please be assured that all children will be provided an opportunity to access the school based vaccines during the program shift. If you require any further information, please contact the Central Immunisation Clinic on 9321 1312 during office hours. Nitbusters Help Wanted Please leave your name and number with the school if you can help out for a couple of hours every second Friday from 1.30pm to 3.10pm.

Ambulance Cover If a student is injured or becomes seriously ill at school and requires an ambulance to hospital the school is not liable for any costs. A one way trip to hospital in an Ambulance within the Albany area currently costs over $800. One way of avoiding this hefty bill is to pay an annual St John ambulance subscription. Family rate is $103, Single rate is $62 If you have private health cover check your policy to see if this includes ambulance cover. The above rates will provide Australia wide cover including the Royal Flying Doctor Service. Subscriptions can be paid at our local Albany sub-centre on the corner of Campbell Rd and Middleton Beach Rd. For more information please phone 9841 4212 Lesley Glorie, Clinical School and Community Health Nurse
Illness and School Parents please do not send your children to school if they are obviously unwell and keep them at home until they are fit enough to attend classes. By keeping your unwell child at home You are enabling them to recover more quickly with rest. Protecting other students and staff at school from also becoming unwell.

Free Tutoring All Albany families have free access to on-demand, online tutoring after school. Students, use your Albany Public Library card number (membership is free) to access tutors when you have a homework question, would like feedback on your essay, or are simply stuck! Expert Australian tutors after school - no appointments, no travel, no cost to families. Go to: yourtutor.com.au English concepts | Essay and report writing feedback | Maths | Biology | Chemistry | Physics | Study Skills | Assignments and Projects Year 4 advanced Year 12 4pm 8pm
Lower Great Southern Hockey Association Hookin2 Hockey, Junior, High School and Senior Players Registration Day!! Venue: Hockey Stadium - Barker Road, Albany Date: THURSDAY 28TH FEBRUARY 2013 Time: 3pm 6pm Enquiries: Judith Want - 0429895033 Gloria Terpstra 0428418784 Cassandra Stipanicev - 0427552125

A few helpful tips: If your child is unfortunate enough to develop a vomiting and/or diarrhoeal illness please do not allow them to return to school until 24 hours after the last episode of vomiting/diarrhoea. Students with chicken pox must be excluded from school for at least 5 days after the rash has appeared and until the vesicles have formed crusts. (Crusts alone do not warrant exclusion). Conjunctivitis (eye infection): After commencement of antibiotic eye drops from the GP, exclude from school/work until discharge form the eyes has ceased. Head lice: exclude until day after shampoo treatment to kill eggs and lice. If you are not sure about when your child should return to school please contact the school nurse. Lesley Glorie, 98427565 NASHs Year 8 Students
Year 8s have had a great start to the year with all students settling in and setting goals to achieve their best in their subjects

Travis Tonkinson, Alexander Demetri and Toby Hindle, enjoying his Art class. At the moment the Year 8s are working with Kate Campbell-Pope, Artist in Residence, on binding and wrapping methods.

Ethan Dowdell using the guillotine in design and Technology.

WEEK 8 WINNERS Most Locky Legends Cinema Tickets Logan Archbold Newsletter Quiz Hannah Archbold PP2-Shayla Lane Room 3-Jorja Whitehurst Room 4 Beth Stirling, Kaelin Abrahams Room 6 Luke Carson Room 7 Phillip Hort Room 9 Michala Brooks, Warren Knapp Room 13- Logan Archbold, Vanessa Oates Room 14 Dylan Boyd Room 15 Baydne Pearson Room 16 Shelby Rogers, Cameron Gravestock Room 21 Asha Bristow Room 22 Callum Balhorn Wanted Second hand uniforms to keep as spares when needed. Various sizes. Please drop them at the school office. Physical Education The aim of the P.E. program is to provide an introduction to, and development of, a variety of skills through games and activities. As well as the physical skills, the program will foster concepts such as co-operation, sportsmanship and game strategies, as well as promoting the importance of developing a healthy, active lifestyle. As with all other school subjects, all children are expected to participate in Phys. Ed. Lessons. A student will only be excused from participating if they hand in a note from their parent with a valid reason for not being able to participate, or the parent has spoken to either the class or Phys. Ed. Teacher. Because of the nature of Physical Education, children need to be dressed in suitable clothing for P.E. lessons. School uniform is acceptable, however dresses are often not appropriate. It is important that children wear suitable footwear on P.E. days. Sandals, thongs, shoes with slippery soles or heavy boots can cause safety concerns. Please refer to your childs class for the days when they have Phys. Ed. . Already this term a number of children have had footwear that has not been appropriate for P.E. activities. Drink bottles containing water will be permitted to be brought out to P.E. Hats must be worn during Terms 1 and 4, but are recommended all year. From time to time Regional Development Officers will be a part of the program bringing to the school their particular skills and expertise. Because of the nature of some activities it is very important that children follow instructions given to them and in particular any safety procedures given during lessons. Failure to follow these may result in a child being excluded from an activity. If a child was excluded for an extended period of time, parents would be notified. The school Behaviour Management Plan applies to Phys. Ed., the same as in classrooms. If you have any concerns regarding Physical Education please contact Mr Beatty or Mrs Mills, depending on which teacher your child has for Phys. Ed.

Merit Certificates Congratulations to the following students who received honour certificates at last weeks assembly: Rhys Grixti, Harley Branson, Emily Pearce, Amelia Hort, Phoebe Mooney, Kaius Pearson, Dylan Boyd, Dylan Phillips, Mark Colbung, Piper Cottrill, Kotara Hill, Elizabeth Moor, Ali Hossaini, Lily Grixti, Marlin Bennett, Paris McLaughlan and Max Kuenen. Rainbow Coast Neighbourhood Centre - FREE GROUP Fly In Fly Out. Now with Crche! 219 North Road. Tel: 9841 8254 Email: manager@rcnc.com.au When one partner regularly works away from home, extra challenges can arise for the family unit. Though relationships/families can have problems stemming from FIFO, there are just as many people who enjoy such a lifestyle. They often say it gives them room to be themselves and to follow individual interests. These workshops can help in this shift from seeing FIFO relationships in a negative light to a more positive one. This workshop will: Explore the strengths and challenges of a FIFO relationship Identify feelings associated with FIFO relationships Look at core dynamics in relationships Fly In Fly Out Parenting Understand the importance of effective communication with partners and family members Look at some strategies to better manage FIFO relationships Commences Tuesday 12th March, 2013 Five Weeks - 1:00pm to 2:00pm, plus Community Family Get-Together Eyres Park Register on 9841 8254 or emailing admin@rcnc.com.au Albany - Tel: 9845 7700 Albany@wa.relationships.com.au Funded by Amity Health

Locals Needed As Volunteer Mentors for the 2013 School Year The School Volunteer Program is calling for community members willing to become mentors at one of 13 registered schools in the Great Southern Region. Volunteer mentors are dedicated men and women who provide friendship, guidance and support to students who need a little help to negotiate some of lifes challenges. Patience, empathy & life experience are the only requirements to be a successful mentor. Volunteers will assist young students on a one-to-one basis, visiting their allocated school once a week, for one hour, spending quality time providing encouragement and taking a sincere interest in the students efforts. Access to a mentor can give a student an opportunity to increase their chances to look forward to a positive future. If you would like to become a volunteer mentor or for further information, please contact Christine Tozer on 0439 444 159 or visit www.svp.org.au

If you have changed your phone numbers and address details could you please update your information with the office staff as soon as possible. Student(s) name :_____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ Parent(s) name:______________________________________________________________________ Address: ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ Phone Numbers:______________________________(home) ______________________________(mobile 1) ______________________________(mobile 2) Emergency Contact(s) Name ______________________________________________________________________ Address ______________________________________________________________________

Phone Number ______________________________________________________________________ Emergency Contact(s) Name ______________________________________________________________________ Address ______________________________________________________________________

Phone Number ______________________________________________________________________ Medical/Health Does the Student have a medical condition or intensive health care need? YES

NO

If yes, please specify ___________________________________________________________________ Medical Practice (Name and Address) _____________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ Doctors Name ____________________________________________ Phone ______________________ Please provide details of any other information that you would like noted ___________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________

Responsibility Mount Lockyer Primary School acknowledges that mobile phones may be used as a safety measure out of school hours. Parents are reminded that in cases of emergency, the school office remains the most appropriate point of contact during the school day. The school accepts no responsibility for lost, stolen or damaged mobile phones. Guidelines
Students mobile phones are to be switched off during school time and handed to the class teacher or office upon arrival in the morning. Students are not permitted to use mobile phones for any purpose on school grounds. Mobile phones are not permitted to be taken to school camps, excursions or other functions unless permission is granted by the school

MOBILE PHONE POLICY Students who bring mobile phones onto school premises must adhere to these guidelines.

Principal. Students seen using mobile phones on school groundsFirst breach- The phone will be confiscated and returned to the student at the end of the school day. Further breaches- The phone will be confiscated and parents/carers will need to collect it from the office. Dear Parents The value from 18th February to 5th March is Attentive Listening. If your child has demonstrated Attentive Listening notify your classroom teacher and they will be in the draw for a prize at this weeks assembly. Value: Attentive Listening - Means thinking and acting in ways that connect you to the speaker. Memory Jogger - I listen attentively Student Name:- ___________________________________________________Value:- Attentive Listening Week Week 3 Week 4 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

NEWSLETTER QUIZ Q: What is the rule in the school about hats? A: __________________________________________ Name _______________________________________________________________

MANAGING STUDENT BEHAVIOUR

The key to this approach is that the child is given a choice at each step to follow directions or face increased consequences. Students making GOOD CHOICES are acknowledged for their efforts. For students making POOR CHOICES the following consequences apply ~
STEP 1 Student refuses to follow directions. Verbal warning. STEP 2 Student still refuses to follow directionsIn-class consequence eg Time Out area. STEP 3 Student still refuses to follow directionsOut-of-class consequence eg Buddy Class. STEP 4 Student still refuses to follow directionsRED CARD is sent to the office. Parents will be requested to attend school. SUSPENSION Students will be immediately suspended for verbal abuse of staff and/or violence towards staff or students.

WHAT IS BULLYING? Bullying is when a student or group keep picking on another student. They try to hurt them physically or emotionally. The behaviour is deliberate and repeated. A fight or disagreement between equal students is not bullying. HOW TO STOP BULLYING Tell an adult, it is not dobbing to ask for help. Both victim and those bullying will be counselled and supported. Do not be a by-stander; if you witness bullying try to stop it or report it. IF YOU ARE BULLYING Step 1: Warning Step 2: In school isolation and counselling at recess and lunch, parents will be notified Step 3: For continued breaches students will be suspended.

RE-ENTRY FOLLOWING SUSPENSION Students returning from suspension must be accompanied by an adult and will attend the Intervention Centre (Room 20) where an Individual Behaviour Management Plan will be developed and implemented.