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15 Shaw Road WANNEROO WA 6065 Telephone (08) 9306 0500 Fax (08) 9306 0599 S M S (absencesonly) 0 4 1 7 0 9 7 4 3 5 ABN: 31 340

159 269 Website: wanneroops.wa.edu.au


Wanneroo Primary App can be downloaded from the web

Term 1 2014
Wednesday 19 February P&C meeting 7.30pm Newsletter Breakfast Club 8-8.30am Thursday 20 February Uniform Shop 8.45-9.15am Monday 24 February Parent information session: Rooms 2 and 3 at 2.00pm Breakfast Club 8-8.30am Tuesday 25 February Parent information session: Room 1 at 5.00pm Wednesday 26 February Parent information sessions: K21B at 2.00pm K23B at 5.00pm Rooms 7-10 at 5.00pm Rooms 15-17 at 5.30pm Rooms 18-20 at 6.00pm Breakfast Club 8-8.30am Thursday 27 February Parent information sessions: Rooms 11 & 14 at 5.30pm Rooms 12 & 13 at 6.00pm K23B at 5.00pm Rooms 7-10 Uniform Shop 8.45-9.15am

This year the staff will conduct parent information evenings rather than posting home information packs which has happened in the past. It is important to acknowledge the time the staff have put into preparing the information. I would urge you to attend the information sessions as they provide a valuable overview of the learning program and the expectation the teacher will have of your child this year. It is also an opportunity to ask questions and clarify any issues.

Our school chaplain, Mrs Campbell, with parents after the assembly.

Our School Values Respect Tolerance Self Discipline Courtesy Cooperation Confidence

At Wanneroo we believe a safe and inclusive learning environment is critical in order for your child to succeed. A key initiative we have implemented to achieve such an environment is the provision of a chaplaincy program. We are fortunate to have Mrs Carolyn Campbell as our chaplain who provides support for students and their families. If you wish to access the chaplaincy service you are welcome to leave a message for Mrs Campbell through the office on 9306 0500 or email her at Carolyn.Campbell@education.wa.edu.au . Involvement in the chaplaincy program is voluntary. If you do not want your child involved please notify me in writing. You are also welcome to contact me if you would like clarification of how the program is conducted in our school. A key requirement of being an Independent Public School is to have a School Board with parent, staff and community representation. The board has a significant role in shaping the future of the school and ensuring Wanneroo Primary continues to be a school that is focused on Growing Together. Operational matters or issues relating specifically to your family or child should be discussed with your childs class teacher or me as the principal. However, if you have ideas that relate to the whole school I would encourage you to share it with a member of the School Board who can then take it to the board for discussion. The parent members on the School Board are Silvana Oxenbridge, Natalie Coopes and Deb Festa. Unfortunately Anita Plant who was the P&C representative has now left the school. The board would like to thank Anita for her contribution to the board. A new P&C representative will be elected at the Annual General Meeting. Penny Halleen Principal Week 3 Penny.Halleen@education.wa.edu.au 19 February, 2014

Our School Vision


The Wanneroo Primary School Community will be highly regarded for its strong partnerships creating an inclusive learning environment where students are supported to achieve and successes are celebrated.

Issue Number: 2

Term 1

The following students and classes were presented with certificates and awards at our recent assembly Taliah, Belinda, Abbie, Alex, Skye, Year 1 Matilda Liam, Jacob, Jasmin, Liam, Taiya, Year 2 Ashleigh, Karter Ramda, Stephanie, Jayden, Year 3 Vincent Philip, Noah, Tennille, Mya, Kayley Year 4 Taiya, Logan, Joshua, Josh, Lara, Year 5 Olivia Taylin, Corey Year 6 Shawnee, Maddyson Year 7 Ben Art Award Assembly Spy Olivia, Dean

shared information about water safety. The strong message they conveyed was the importance of supervision by parents and that drowning occurs quickly and silently. Their performance was particularly meritorious with less than two weeks to prepare as it was the first assembly for the year. Due to swimming lessons this term, our next class assembly will not be conducted until Friday 14 March by Mrs Lilburnes Room 15, Year 4/5 class. Parents, grandparents and friends are welcome to join us in the covered assembly area followed by tea and coffee with the school chaplain.

Congratulations

Ben shows his Award to Ms Condello, Taylin & Jasmine

This fortnight we focus on the virtue

Tolerance
La tolleranza Practicing tolerance is showing respect and appreciation for differences.

Congratulations to Ben who won the Primary Art Award at the Wanneroo Secondary College Art Exibition at the end of last year. Congratulations also to Taylin who has been awarded the Grey Wolf Award which is the highest achievement that a Cub Scout can be awarded. Jasmine has been awarded the Joey Promise badge which is the highest achievement as a Joey Scout.

Stranger Danger Room 20 Assembly


Stranger danger can be a difficult subject to address with children but we know you want to keep your child safe from harm. Please reinforce the message that they should walk with a friend and not alone. If they are going out to play after school they should always tell you where they are going.

Student Health Care Summary


Forms were sent home with all students Pre primary to Year 7 earlier this term. Please complete and return to class teachers as soon as possible. It is particularly important that these forms are returned to school for children attending swimming lessons.

Congratulations to Mrs Castle and Ms Kelleys Year 7, Room 20 class for their informative assembly last week in which they

Parent Information Sessions


In the coming week your childs teacher will conduct an information session to provide information about the learning program and class policies including homework and behaviour management. In addition to the information session your childs teacher will be available to meet with you over the course of the term. If there is information you need to share about your child I would urge you to make an appointment to meet as soon as possible. The schedule for the Parent Information meetings is: Block / Year
Room K21A Room K21B Room K23 Rooms 1 - 3 Room 2, 3 Rooms 4 - 6 Rooms 7 10 Rooms 11, 14 Rooms 12, 13 Rooms 15 - 17 Rooms 18 - 20

Support-A-Reader Program
The Support-A-Reader is a highly valued program at our school and is set in place to encourage fluency and love of reading in reluctant readers. We are desperately looking for volunteers to join us. Any parents, grandparents and interested people from the community are welcome. Please contact us on 9306 0500 if you are able to assist.

Bike Safety
It has been brought to our notice that some of our students are riding their bikes in a hazardous manner on the footpaths surrounding the school. Would you please discuss with your child that if they ride a bike they need to show courtesy and respect and ensure pedestrians have right of way on the paths. It is important that our families and young children are able to walk to school in the knowledge that they are safe and not at risk from bike riders.

Date
5 March 26 February 26 February 25 February 24 February 17 February 26 February 27 February 27 February 26 February 26 February

Time
2.00 pm 2.00 pm 5.00 pm 5.00 pm 2.00 pm 2.10 pm 5.00 pm 5.30 pm 6.00 pm 5.30 pm 6.00 pm

Parking
Important information is coming home this week with a family representative outlining the procedures for parking around the school. As is the case in all schools parking can be an issue and it requires everyone to demonstrate courtesy and consideration to others. In particular, it is important not to obstruct other cars by parking in the kiss and drive or parking on the verges as it has the potential to cause a serious accident or injury to a student. Please note the carpark on Church Street is strictly only for the use of parents from kindergarten and pre-primary. Parking or the dropping off of children is not permitted in staff car parks.

Internet Safety
Social media sites are powerful means of communicating especially with todays lifestyle. However, there are inherent dangers with the digital footprint from which there is no going back. It is of concern that the school has been made aware of the inappropriate use of social media by some of our students which could have had serious consequences. It is critical as a parent you monitor how your child is using social media and you make your child aware of the implications if it is used inappropriately. Is your child using social media including Kik which could be putting them at risk of internet predators if not supervised adequately? Last week we were made aware of a student who was the victim of identity theft whereby someone set up an account in her name and then purported to be her while chatting to others. What is written digitally today could have serious consequences in the future especially when inappropriate language and images are used.

Voluntary Contributions
A schedule for the 2014 Contributions and Charges was sent home with students at the end of last year. The Wanneroo Primary School voluntary contribution is: Kindergarten & Pre-primary $60 per child Year 1 7 $30 per child The payment can be made by cash, cheque or eftpos at the front office and a receipt will be issued. Please note that the P&C contribution must be kept separate from all school payments.

Evidence Files
All students are required to have an evidence file that will stay with them for the duration of their primary schooling. Evidence files are available for purchase through your childs classroom teacher at a cost of $3.00.

P&C Notices
P&C Meeting The next meeting of your schools P&C is tonight, Wednesday 19 February at 7.30pm. Uniform orders During 2014 the Uniform Shop will continue to open on Thursday mornings from 8.45 to 9.15am. Orders together with payment can be placed in the P&C box located in the front office for the uniform coordinator to process. Canteen Orders Please note there have been some price increases. An updated menu appears on the schools app and website and copies are available from the school office. Below are some tips to assist with the ordering process and to ensure that your childs lunch order is filled correctly. Please fill out your childs order correctly with full name and room number, be specific about special requests and ensure you provide the correct money. While every effort is made to supply change, we can not take responsibility for money that does not make it home. If you have any concerns please contact me via email thefestas@hotmail.com.au or see me at the canteen from 8.30am Tuesdays or Silvana on Thursday mornings. Please do not contact the high school direct. Thank you, Deb Festa, Canteen Coordinator.

Wanneroo Primary School App and Web Page


Both the app and web page are a valuable means of communicating the special things that are happening in our school. It will also be our key means of distributing information to parents electronically. The Wanneroo Primary app can be downloaded to your phone, iPad or tablet. The school web page can be accessed at http://wanneroops.wa.edu.au

Electronic Newsletters
Now the school newsletter is forwarded electronically by both email and the school app it will no longer be sent home in a hard copy format. If you want a hard copy of the newsletter please ask your child to collect a copy from the office. The newsletter is also available on the school web page: www.wanneroops.wa.edu.au

Chaplains Chat
When things go wrong, as they often do, how do you cope? Do you see yourself defeated? Sometimes I do. I was challenged recently to think about a game of basketball. When you are playing a game and your team scores a goal, it's fantastic! You are on top of the world. But when the other team scores it can be disappointing. The scores can change all through the game but the winner is undecided until the final siren. Life is a bit like a game of basketball. Sometimes things are fantastic but sometimes we are disappointed. I think the challenge for all of us is to play the game to the best of our ability regardless of who is scoring points. Try focussing on the bigger picture when you are not on the winning team and celebrate the goals you score along the way. If you would like to contact me you can email carolyn.campbell@education.wa.edu.au or phone the office and leave a message. Please feel free to join me at the canteen for a cuppa after each Friday assembly. Breakfast Club Breakfast club is in need of donations of Milo. Please leave tins with me or they can be left at the office. Thank you Carolyn Campbell YouthCARE School Chaplain Monday, Wednesday, Friday

Wanneroo Dental Therapy Centre


The Wanneroo Dental therapy centre is open from 8.00am-4.00pm Monday to Friday 94053178. Community Notices
Uniform for Sale School summer dresses size 12 (new) $45.00; size 10, $30; size 10, $20; size 12 x 2, $30 each. Contact Christine on 0448151760. St Lukes Parish Prep classes resume at St Lukes today, Wednesday 19 February at 4pm. For further information please call Sr Angela on 9342 9981 Free Home Energy Workshop This workshop will enable you to better understand your energy use and energy bills. Bring along your electricity, gas and/or water bills and discover ways to make better use of the energy you need, reduce your bills and share ideas on how to save energy. The workshop will be held at The Spiers Centre, 2 Albatross Court, Heathridge on Thursday 20 March, 2014 from 12.30-2.30pm. A crche is provided but bookings are essential. Contact the centre on 9401 2699

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Parent involvement the secret ingredient to childrens school success


Positive parent participation demonstrates to children that you value learning as well as holding their school in high regard.
If you want the best outcomes for your child or young person then its important that you become involved in as many aspects of your childs education as practical. The involvement of parents helps break down the mystique about school that can exist for some children. Their chances of success are better when they see school as an extension of home rather than merely an institution for learning. Positive parent participation demonstrates to children that you value learning as well as their school. Children copy many of their parents views so your positive attitude to school and learning is catching. Parent involvement takes energy Many primary schools offer parents classroom jobs such as hearing kids read, taking small groups in elective activities and assisting children when writing stories. Unfortunately, finding parents who are willing to take part in these activities is increasingly difficult. Many parents find themselves worn out from working too hard or being involved in a variety of activities. They find themselves with no energy left to be involved in their childs school. Make sure kids are school ready every day Participating as a parent can be much broader than helping out in the classroom. There is a range of simple things you can do at home that will assist teachers to maximise the learning of your child. These include: talking with your child about their day, hearing young learners read, helping with homework and making sure kids go off to school happy, healthy and having had plenty of sleep. Here are some more ideas to help you participate in your childs education in positive ways: Find out what your school is trying to achieve for your child and show your support for its aims. Discover what sets your childs school apart from others. Parentingideas just got better! Parentingideas Club has just been launched and has all the answers you need. There are 100s of articles, videos, guides, how tos, book reviews and more available for members. Become a member today at parentingideasclub.com.au. Support a broad, balanced curriculum that offers children a variety of educational experiences rather than a program that focuses narrowly on the traditional 3 Rs. Direct conversations through the correct channels such as your childs teacher, the principal or the schools governing body. Gossip or thoughtless criticism within the general community can easily tarnish a schools reputation. Become an advocate for your childs school and promote its positive features throughout the wider community. Encourage your child to take pride in their school through your example. Attend school activities such as open days, concerts, sports events and celebrations. Invite other members of the community along as well. Consult with your childs teacher about practical ways that you can assist both at home and at school. Positive parent participation in school and learning is a proven contributor to student success. One practical way to assist your child as a learner is to become actively involved in his or her school life.

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