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Yakam
Newsletter
Principal: Julie Blythe
Deputy Principals: Yvonne Height, Helen Walmsley and Paul Murray
Ph: 9841 7533 Fax: 9842 1350
Email: Yakamia.PS@education.wa.edu.au

Volume 14
6 September 2014

From the Students of Room 11

Geometry
This term we have been focusing on geometry as our
main maths subject. We have learnt to draw circles
more accurately and create new designs with them.
We now proudly hang them around the classroom to
show off our brilliance!
Bike Ed
In Term 4, we will
be starting off Bike
Ed, so we are now
brushing up on our road rules. We have already done
posters on bike safety and right hand turn procedures. We
are continuously doing worksheets on road rules and signs,
and Mr Galante isnt going to let anyone on the road
without knowing
their road rules!
China Art
In Art we have been doing Chinese themed art.
First, we did Chinese roller prints , and they look
fabulous! Everyone chose their own symbol, and
used it as a stencil to roll over, in paint. We then
did a Chinese typical scene, most of the scenes
having native birds and trees in them.

Reading Journals
We split ourselves into four groups, and all read
interesting novels. Once reading a couple of
chapters a week, we summarised them into our
reading journals. Once we have finished them, we
moved onto a couple of other reading activities.
Everyone seemed to thoroughly enjoy the novels
chosen for us.

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From the Principals Desk

Spelling Challenge

Year 4/5

Congratulations to all Year 4 to 7 students

involved in the School Spelling Championships.
The following students were the winners of there
year level:
Year 7

Kali Haese

Year 6

Eloise Carbonell

Year 5

Sharni Ralston

Year 4

Maya Anning

The teams representing the school at the Albany

Spelling Championships will be:
Year 6/7
Kali Haese (Captain)

Maya Anning (Captain)

Sharni Ralston
Jessica Ralston
We wish you the best of luck in Week 10!
Assembly
A big well done to the Year 7s in Room 11 for
hosting the last assembly. What talented people
you all are!
Next Friday's assembly will be hosted by Mrs
Woods Year 1 class. The school looks forward to
all family and friends attending.

Damon Cameron

Julie Blythe

Eloise Carbonell

Principal

Honour Certificate Recipients30 August 2014

Room

Name

Room

Name

11

Henry Alforque

24

Kelsey Smith

Kavee Brogmus-Thompson
12

Kynon Smith

Jonathon Cash
25

Stella Brogmus-Thompson

26

Tyler Roberts

Taleah Ugle
13

Joanalyn Forte
Alex Pearce

14

Ebony Lily Ray

Levi York
32

Evan Ransley
15

Dakota Clayton

Quinn Muller
33

Jayden Pitt
16

April Jones-Thorne

Shane Seaman

Jayden Hathaway
Jordan Whennen-Guy

34

Ruth More
Darnell Smith

21

Annalise Walker

35

Jordan Hill
22

Kimberly Dob
Brodie Armstrong

23

Lennox Sanderson
Maya Anning

Emily Brenchley
Leah Wallis

41

Keira Armstrong
Frankie Burke

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School News
School Watch
School Watch is a partnership between the WA
Police and the Department of Education aimed at
protecting our schools from vandalism, theft and
damage.
Every year, criminal damage to schools not only
costs Western Australian taxpayers tens of
thousands of dollars, but also inconveniences
students, their families, teachers and local
residents.
While the Police and Department work closely
together to minimise crime at school premises,
you too can help. With more than 650 schools
involved in the School Watch program the
community's role is vital, particularly after school
hours and during school holidays.
Most importantly, if you live near a school and
see or hear suspicious behaviour immediately
contact School Watch Security or the Police.
Your call could prevent break-ins, vandalism,
graffiti or even arson. Ensuring your school is
well cared for reflects on your community and
contributes to the value of surrounding
residential properties, so it's worth it!
At the local level school principals are encouraged
to promote School Watch and, where possible,
provide feedback through newsletters and the
local media in instances where residents' calls
have been valuable.
Each month, School Watch receives an average of
200 calls from the public. During holiday periods
the number increases significantly. So your
involvement really makes a difference.
School Watch Security T: 1800 177 777
or Police T: 131 444
School ClosureANZAC
Centenary Celebrations
To fully acknowledge this most
significant historical event, the
Minister for Education, Hon Peter
Collier MLC, has agreed to close Albany schools
on Friday 31 October 2014. Many exciting
activities are already planned for the Albany
community with more being discussed. During
the Centenary period, our students will be
learning more about the history behind ANZAC
and the important role played by Albany and the

convoy. We hope you and your family will take

advantage of this fantastic opportunity to
commemorate the occasion and take part in the
many activities available.
For further information, including a detailed
program covering local events, please visit the
website www.anzacalbany.com.au
Congratulations!
The Wiggins family siblings, Danica and Emily
have been enjoying their success after the trio
performed well at the State Junior Individual
Time Trial Championships. They won their
respective age divisions in their event at
Champion Lakes in Perth. Danica took out the
Under-13 individual time trial by almost seven
seconds. She also won the title last year.
Younger sister Emily finished fourth in her
second major race, two minutes behind Danica.
Their brother Craig won his Under 17 age group
category.
Year 7 Scoliosis Information
Pamphlets on scoliosis have been sent home with
Year 7 students and parents are asked to read
them and seek assistance from a health
professional if there are any concerns .
Scoliosis is a condition where the spine is curved
sideways. It is more common in girls but boys can
also have this condition. It becomes noticeable in
early adolescence (9-13years) and parents are
asked to follow directions in the pamphlet to check
their child for this condition. If you find any of the
signs listed, get a re-check from your family
doctor, as treatment may be required.
Karen Johnston
School Nurse
Ph9842 7564

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P&C News
Jogathon
The response to the Jogathon was fabulous, money is still coming in but so far have collected a
whopping $8,025.95! A big thank-you students, teachers and parents for all your help. All money
raised will be used to benefit of Yakamia PS students. Our next meeting is this Tuesday 9 September
at 3:30 in Pre-primary, all welcome, cake provided. A raffle will be held in 4th term for a brand new
kids bike.
Nature Based Playground
Thanks: The committee for the Early Childhood Nature Playground would like to say a huge thank
you to all those that helped out with the moving of the boat. The Kindy and Pre-Primary children did
an excellent job digging around the boat during the day and then it only took 40 minutes to release it
from its moorings and carry it over to the new location. (Thanks Michael for the chainsaw!) Stage one
is now complete thanks to the P&C's contribution and the boat appears to be a big hit!
The last task is to give the boat a name. In Term 4 we will be inviting all school students to nominate
a name and then vote on a shortlist. So get your thinking caps on!
Busy Bee: Our next project is the sandpit. To create a softer and more natural setting, we will be
creating some gardens around the existing sandpit. A busy bee has been scheduled for Thursday,
18 September at 3.15pm so we are asking for all hands on deck. There will be lots of digging,
planting and mulching so bring your shovel, gloves and wheelbarrows. Remember! Many hands make
light work.
Fundraising: Term 4 will see more fundraising, so we can hopefully see further changes in the
playground before the year is out. We have an upcoming movie night, some Bunnings Sausage Sizzles
and some other ideas are also in the pipe line. Any offers of time or donations for these events would
be greatly appreciated. We will keep you posted.
Wanted: Medium to large granite rocks and logs. Does anyone have or know anyone that has a
property with round and relatively smooth granite rocks or logs that they would be willing to donate?
We are hoping to incorporate rocks and logs in the playground to create a more natural feeling and
double as seating and garden borders. Please contact Sam on 0439 691 461 if you can help.
Thank you to you all for your support so far, we couldn't do it without you. We hope for your
continuing support in the months to come as we endeavour to create a playground which will expand
our children's imaginations through natural play.

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Community News

Yakamia Primary School

Please note notices appearing below are not necessarily endorsed by the
school. We provide this space for community groups to advertise to the
school community. It is up to parents to scrutinise the activity and
organisers for their child.

Registration for Albany Junior Cricket

2014/15 Season

Single parenting - By Professor Matt

Sanders

For Boys and Girls.

Please Note the three (3) Registration days below.
Where: Norman Pavilion, Centennial Oval
Lockyer Ave, ALBANY
Who: Pre Primary to Year 11 (in 2014)
When:
Sat 13th Sept. - 9:00am to 12:30pm
Sat 20th Sept. - 9:00am to 12:30pm

Single parents often say they feel its more

difficult to discipline a child without a partners
support. But its very important to approach
discipline in exactly the same way as if you were
parenting with someone else.

Thur 25th Sept. - 3:30pm to 5:30pm

Grades (School years as in 2014)
1. MILO in2Cricket - PP to Year 2 $80 - Includes
in2CRICKET pack
2. U10 - Year 3 and Year 4 $80
3. U12 - Year 5 and Year 6 $90
4. U14 - Year 7 and Year 8 $90
5. U17 - Year 9 - Year 11 $90
Season commences Term 4.
For more info:
Mobile. 0412 723 116
Web: ajca.wa.cricket.com.au
Email. albany_jca@hotmail.com
Yakamia Junior Soccer
Junior Soccer Club teams have been enjoying a
great season and many of our players supported
the Pink Sock round on August 23rd to raise
funds for the McGrath Foundation. Well done
players! This is our U9's team who all looked
brilliant in pink for a day.
Many thanks, Lisa Manera

Its vital to have a game plan and be consistent.

That means setting house rules that dont
fluctuate.
It may surprise some people to know that
children like boundaries. Kids very easily become
comfortable with the familiarity of a routine at
bedtime, at mealtimes or when its time to get out
of the house in the morning. Positive and
predictable routines mean discipline will become
much easier. Life wont have to be full of big
battles over little issues!
Another worry many single parents express is the
lack of a significant male or female influence in
the household. Mothers may be feel this more
keenly when theyre raising a son alone, as many
fathers do when theyre raising a daughter.
Its always important to encourage your child to
have role models and mentors. Role models can
show children how to behave, and what is the
appropriate thing to do.
So, single parents may want to look for
opportunities for their children to get to know
other men or women in the childs life. It could be
a grandparent, an aunt or uncle, a trusted family
friend or a sports coach. Having someone who will
serve a mentoring role throughout the childs life
can be a great example to and support for -- the
child.
Professor Matt Sanders is founder of the
Triple P Positive Parenting Program. For
more information go to www.triplepparenting.net

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Community News

Please note notices appearing below are not necessarily endorsed by the
school. We provide this space for community groups to advertise to the
school community. It is up to parents to scrutinise the activity and
organisers for their child.

Snacks for kids

Here are some healthy snack ideas to get active
children through the day

Muffins (made with fruits or grated

vegetables or both)
Celery sticks and peanut butter.
Dried fruits and nuts.
English muffins with cheese.
Fruit bread.
Scones (plain, fruit or pumpkin).
Pikelets or pancakes.
Small tub of yoghurt.
Cheese stick or triangle.
Pita chips (cut pita bread into triangles,
sprinkle with cheese and bake in the oven
until crispy. once cooled store them in an
airtight container).
Wholemeal crackers and cheese.
Low-sugar breakfast cereal (dry).
Homemade plain popcorn.
Fresh fruit pieces.

Karen Johnston, Community Nurse

Mon-Tues School Health 9842 7564

The Great Southern Early Years Network

(GSEYN) is planning an Early Years (0 to 8)
conference to be held in Albany on July 19th and
20th next year.

government) from communities across Western

Australia, as well as delegates from other
communities across Australia.
Please mark July 19th and 20th 2015 in your diary.
Raising Children Network
Children are as individual and as different as
their parents and making decisions about whats
best for raising children is very personal.
The Raising Children website offers up-to-date,
research-based material on more than 800 topics
spanning child development, behaviour, health,
nutrition and fitness, play and learning,
connecting and communicating, school and
education, entertainment and technology, sleep
and safety.
It covers grown-ups, newborns (0-3 months),
babies (3-12 months), toddlers (1-3 years), preschoolers (3-5 years), school-age children (5-9
years), pre-teens (9-11 years), and early teens (1215 years).There are tips, videos and other useful
resources.The Raising Children Network provides
information that can help parents with the dayto-day decisions of raising children. It also
provides information to help parents and carers
look after their own needs. The information is
based on the best science in parenting, child
health and development, presented in language
we can all understand.

The theme of the conference is Building Capacity This is a website for Australian mothers, fathers,
.. Growing our children together.
grandparents and anyone else who has
responsibility for the care of children.
The early years, 0-8 and in particular 0-4 are
www.raisingchildren.com.au
recognised as the most important years of a
growing childs life. It is during the time, before
the start of formal education, that many of the
childs potentials are developed, which will
ultimately influence their future state of health,
their career opportunities and the social
relationships they develop. In other words, their
future health, wealth and happiness.
The purpose of this two day conference is to
provide a range of events, speakers, workshops
and hands-on-activities that will be interesting
and engaging for parents and carers, community
groups and practitioner professionals (education,
health, industry, local government and

Vacation Swimming Lessons for

children aged 3 5 years
Albany Leisure and Aquatic Centre is offering swimming lessons for pre-school aged children during the
October school holidays 2014.
Lessons will be held over a two week period:
Program 1 (4 days)
Tuesday 30/09/2014 Friday 03/10/2014
Program 2 (5 days)
Monday 06/10/2014 Friday 10/10/2014
Enrolments are now open
Please contact Swim School on
98442274 or email
nolao@albany.wa.gov.au

Albany Little Athletics - Season starts

Saturday 11th October.
Registration dates Sat 20th September 10am
1pm or Wednesday 24th September 4pm6pm at clubrooms (cnr North & Sanford
Road) Alternatively please register online
www.resultshq.com.au from 6th September
and print proof of registration form and
bring payment ($130) to club rooms on above
mentioned dates. Any queries email
albanylittleathletics@gmail.com
Pastel Drawing with Noongar artist
Donna Williams
For ages 8-14 yrs. Learn how to draw
landscapes with pastels, using techniques to
produce a take-home work of art.
Saturday September 20, 2014, 10 am 1pm,
Vancouver Arts Centre
Cost $30 VAC members, $35 non
members. All materials supplied.
Concession card holders can access up to
$200 under the KidsCulture Pilot Project to
pay for this workshop.
For more information and to book please
contact the VAC on 9841 9260.