23 September 2016

Newsletter Articles

School Vision

From the Principal

Dear Parents, Carers and Community Members

School Open Night

Many thanks go to everyone who supported the Open Night last week. The feedback we received was almost 100% positive with parents gaining a lot of useful information about the work that their children have been doing this year. The graphs below show that we had ¾ of our community attend the event with most classes getting above 50% attendance.

Letter from Nazma

Our Student Council sponsor Nazma through ‘Save the Children’. Nazma lives in Bangladesh. Recently the Student Council sent Nazma a card. Below is her response along with a translation.

“My regards to you. Hope you are doing fine. I am doing fine. I received your greetings card. Thank you very much for writing to me. I liked your photo very much! I read in 7th grade. My school is in summer vacation. That’s all for now. Nazma”

Operation Christmas Child

Our school seeks to provide practical ways in which students and their families can demonstrate the Golden Rule "Treat others as you would like them to treat you" which underpins our Behaviour Education program. This year we are supporting Samaritan's Purse - Operation Christmas Child. This activity involves the packing of a shoe box with suitable items for an underprivileged child somewhere in the world. For more information please check out the Operation Christmas Child website.

This site explains how to pack a box. We encourage families to engage in this activity together. All boxes need to be returned to the school by October 14th so that they can be prepared for shipping. The cost of shipping each box is $9.00 which we ask parents to provide with the box if they can. We will be holding a Crazy Hat/Crazy Hair Day on 14th October to raise funds to help those who cannot afford the additional $9.00.

Here is a beautiful video which demonstrates the positive impact that a simple box full of gifts can have in the life of a child.

Convicts for a Cause

We are excited to announce that Sophie Anti has been selected as one of the Junior Ambassadors for Diabetes Research WA. Sophie and her family are part of the 'Convicts for a Cause' fundraising event for 2016. Please consider supporting Sophie and her family by donating to set them 'free'.

Planning for 2017

Now is the time when we begin planning classes for next year. With that in mind I would appreciate being advised, as soon as possible, if your child will be leaving Madeley Primary in 2017. Student enrolments determine what our staffing allocation will be so we need as accurate a number as possible. In early Term 4 we will begin arranging classes for 2017. Relevant information about how classes are formed includes:

• Classes are structured based on enrolments and recommended class sizes. Classes are then constructed to maintain a gender balance and an even distribution of student needs/abilities in each class.
• We also aim to maintain at least one friendship for each child where possible but this is not guaranteed.
• Composite classes are an inevitability over which we have no control but students are not disadvantaged by such arrangements. The same class selection approach is taken in these classes as all others. We do try and avoid repeated years in composite classes if possible.

The process we use:

1. A draft class structure is created based on student enrolments (predicted)
2. Staff meet to discuss and allocate students to draft classes, consideration is given to:
   a. Student academic needs
   b. Student behavioral needs
   c. Student social needs
   d. Gender balance
   e. Previous placement in composite class
   f. Parent comments/requests
3. Admin review draft classes and meet with staff to clarify, modify, confirm classes
4. Staff meet to discuss final placements (this may involve multiple meetings)
5. Classes are displayed for parents and students outside the Library (this will not happen until the beginning of Term 1)

If there are any matters you would like us to consider that are based on educational grounds we ask that you submit them to me in writing (Stephen.bevan@education.wa.edu.au) before the end of Week 2, Term 4 – Friday, 21st October. Please note that requests for particular teachers will not be considered under any circumstances. Requests received after draft classes are formed may not be considered.

I would like to assure all families that we go to great lengths to structure classes to meet the needs of all students.

Happy Holidays

It has been a very busy but productive term and everyone deserves a well-earned rest. I wish all our staff, students and families a happy and safe holiday. School resumes on Monday October 10th.

Stephen Bevan
Principal

Absence Notification

It is important that the school is notified of any student absence. There is a new way to notify us. A New Absentee Form which is located on Schoolzine, Madeley Primary School Newsletter Menu Bar.

Example of Newsletter Menu Bar

School Calendar & Important Dates

The School Calendar is updated regularly and can be synched to your phone/computer for easy access. Please check the calendar for dates and further details of activities.

Student Free Days

Class News

Pre Primary goes to SciTech

On the 13th of September Pre-Primary students left the safety of their classrooms and entered the ancient world of the dinosaurs at SciTech. During this time, the children explored the history and movement of dinosaurs through a puppet shadow performance. They were also able to touch dinosaur poop, dig for fossils and discover the benefits of camouflaging. Some of the children’s favourite stations were the construction site, the dinosaur gut feely box (a favourite among the boys), the manoeuvrable metal robot dinosaur and the ball-run. The teaching staff would like to extend a big thank you to all parents who volunteered their time and energy to make this outing a great success.

Elizabeth Villar

Sport News

Interschool Athletics Carnival

In week 9 nearly 100 Madeley students competed over 2 days against Ashdale and Landsdale Primary Schools. I was proud of the way our team pursued their personal best and displayed excellent sportsmanship. True character is on display not when we win but when we fail to do as we had hoped. We had some excellent performances over the 2 days. As with any sporting event we also had our share of disappointments but I was proud of the way the majority of our team handled the situation. I was also pleased we improved on last year and closed the gap. The results were:

Equal 1st - Ashdale & Landsdale on 441 points
3rd - Madeley on 416 points

Thank you to all the staff who helped on the day and to the parents who turned up to cheer on the team. Well done Madeley.

Mr Moon

WAFL Grand Final

Library

Operation Christmas Child

The prepared boxes are to be taken to the Library no later than Friday 14th October

There is an allocated area in the library where families can drop the boxes off

Crazy Hair and Hat Day

Friday 14th October

Gold coin donation

Raising money for Operation Christmas Child

MUSIC

Performance Week

This week we have been giving students an opportunity to perform to their class during Music Lesson time. It is a good way to give students experience in performing to an audience in a low-key, safe and encouraging environment.

We’ve enjoyed a vast array of performances ranging from song & dance and instrumentals to comedy acts and even Pokemon impressions! Thanks to the students who have come prepared and well-practiced, and also to our encouraging audiences.

This is the first group of students who performed for us from GLA 3 Year 2/3.

Performing Arts Assembly – Term 4

The Performing Arts Assembly will be held on FRIDAY 21st October. This will feature the Choir and our Instrumental students playing clarinet and flute. The choir’s items will include their Schools Make Music item which they are very keen for the rest of the school to see! We hope to see lots of parents and guests in the undercover area that morning at 8.50 a.m.

Have a safe and happy holiday!

Mrs Campione
Music Teacher

School Cluster

Ashdale Secondary College STEM Expo Community Event

The Ashdale STEM Expo will be open from 3.30pm - 5.30pm on Tuesday 11th October to allow parents/guardians from the Ashdale Cluster to view fantastic STEM projects created by students from Ashdale Secondary College and Ashdale Cluster primary schools.

The Ashdale STEM Expo is running for two days and will be visited by over 1,500 primary and secondary students. It will feature an amazing array of STEM workshops and exhibits in:

Robots & Drones, Animation, Arduino Projects, Digital Video & Photography, Virtual Reality, 3D Printing, Workshops & Competitions, Career Stalls, Computer Games, Science Experiments

If you have any queries, please contact us on ashdale.sc@education.wa.edu.au.

School Canteen

The new Summer Menu will be available from 10th October, Term 4

School Canteen is Open on Wednesday, Thursday & Friday

• Go to sign up box and click on “Register”.
• Fill out the section regarding email address and password.
• You will receive an email to your nominated email address with your confirmation order.
• A recess/lunch order bag prints out in the canteen on the morning of the order and the order is prepared.

Note – The days the canteen is not open will be marked on the calendar and you will not be able to place an order.

Benefits of this system are:

• You can order up to 2 weeks ahead.
• The system will save any regular/favourite order to make ordering online even quicker.
• It helps the canteen run more efficiently and also saves you time.

School Services

School Nurse

Head Lice

It has been brought to our attention that some students in the school have contracted head lice. It is imperative that you check your child’s head and if necessary, treat any lice and eggs.

Health Screen

It is recommended that any Kindergarten children that have not turned 4 yet, should have their health screen done as it may possibly affect their family benefits through Centrelink.

Mel Arnison & Tanya Wood
Community Child Health Nurse

School Banking

We need your help for SCHOOL BANKING to continue!

A big thanks to Kim Johnston who has been the volunteer parent for School Banking at our school. With Kim’s daughter ending her time with Madeley Primary at the end of this year, Kim is looking for a new School Banking Coordinator for 2017.

The program requires a volunteer School Banking Co-ordinator to facilitate the banking and distribution of School Banking rewards. This only takes approximately an hour of your time one morning each week and the Commonwealth Bank will provide support in how to run the program. Your help with the program will greatly benefit students as they develop vital saving skills and also help our school with fundraising.

Currently, School Banking day is Tuesday, but this can be changed to another day to suit.

Please contact Kim on 0405 112 018 or Jenni Lee (Commonwealth Bank School Banking Specialist) by phoning 0457 514 257 if you would like to help. Alternatively, contact the school office on 9302 3611.

P&C News

Crown Bus – Save the Date!

Mark your calendars - the Crown Bus has been booked for 22nd October. The bus will depart Madeley Primary School at 5:45pm and will leave the casino at 11pm. $32 per person.

A flyer with more details will be sent home soon.

Many thanks to Wendy Mitchell for organising and making arrangements.

Submission Approved

At the P&C meeting held on 14th September, approval was given for $2,120.47 towards the Words Their Way submission.

Next Meeting

The next P&C meeting will be held in the staffroom at 7:30pm on Wednesday 26th October 2016.

P&C Fundraising Survey

We appreciate that not all parents are able to attend P&C meetings so this is a great opportunity to have your say. Please find following a link to the Madeley Primary School P&C fundraising survey:

Facebook

Did you know that the Madeley P&C has a Facebook group? Please look us up at ‘Madeley P&C’ to join and keep up to date with the latest P&C information.

Before & After School Care

Camp Australia

The Camp Australia Newsletter is attached with details of all the activities during the last two weeks.

Our Holiday Club program is approaching and the theme for these Spring Holidays is We Can Build It. For information regarding bookings before and after school care, please visit…

Community News

The City of Wanneroo

Offers fun activities throughout the school holidays for 8 to 11 year olds, and 12 to 18 year olds. Please see leaflet:

Kingsway Indoor Stadium

The School Holiday Programs at the stadium provide a wide variety of camps and clinics for children aged 5½ to 12 years old that will beat the holiday boredom.

Soccer Camp: Can't get enough of soccer? Our all-star coaches will help enhance your child's performance by improving their technique and increasing their skills. There are drills, games and challenges ensuring three fun-filled days out! For ages 5½ to 12 years.

Multisport Camp: The super holiday multisport includes sports such as AFL, soccer and netball as well as our famous carnival games and all the usuals. For ages 5½ to 12 years.

Netball Camp: Two half day camps jam packed full of drills and games to help improve all the complex skills netball requires. Our coaches will guide, teach and encourage all to get involved and get advice.

AFL Camp: This popular clinic is an exciting 2 x half days of footy skills and drills, topped off with a match at the end of each session! Make sure you register early to avoid missing out

Basketball Camp: This new and exciting camp will keep your kids occupied all day with skills, drills and heaps of game play. Limited spaces so be quick and enrol.

Hip Hop Dance Camp: Classes for ages 5-8 years will focus on building rhythm, focus and coordination. Classes for ages 9-12 years will be a high energy class teaching kids how to choreograph their own routines. Beginners in either age groups are welcome.

NEW! Cheerleading Camp (8-12yrs): Cheerleading is a great way to meet new people, develop social skills and build strength and confidence. This holiday we will be running 1.5 hour cheerleading workshops for boys and girls aged 8-12.

For more information contact: Beth Macer - Sports & Programs Officer
Kingsway Indoor Stadium, Phone: 9408 1920
Email: kingswayindoorstadium@wanneroo.wa.gov.au

BASKETBALL FOR JUNIORS

Only $65 Earlybird for 6 classes in Term 4 2016

• Boys & Girls aged 3 - 8 Years
• Skills based intro to Soccer
• Indoor sessions
• Modified equipment
• Ideal for beginners
• Age appropriate programs
• BASKETBALL TO KEEP!

Location: Greenwood College 79 Coolibah Drive, Greenwood
Starts Saturday 15th October

Alternatively call the office on 1300 772 106

CF11 Premier Football Development

High quality football coaching for players of all ages and abilities.

After School Sessions, Mondays 3.30pm for an hour
From 24th October for 8 weeks

Milo in2CRICKET

Landsdale Junior Cricket Club
Milo in2Cricket for: ages 4-7

Starting Oct 18th at Hawker Park, Warwick
Tuesday’s from 5pm – 6pm

Contact: Ryan Santich 0409 129 023 or playcricket.com

Milo T20Blast

Landsdale Junior Cricket Club
Milo T20Blast for: ages 7-12

Starting Oct 18th at Hawker Park, Warwick
Tuesday’s from 5pm – 6:30pm

Contact: Ryan Santich 0409 129 023 or playcricket.com

Kids Holiday Cooking Classes

A fun-filled 3 hour cooking class where we include food science experiments to teach your kids about healthy eating.

For ages 8-16, run by qualified Nutritionists, $75.00, only 12 per class.

Nutrition Force – (08) 9385 7755

School Holiday Athletics Clinic

School Holiday Athletics Clinic for boys and girls aged 8-16 years.

Wed 5th & Thu 6th October 2016.

WA Athletics Stadium. 8.50am-3pm. $85 per day. Or $150 for both days.

Includes a Shoe Bag or Cap. Prizes and giveaways. Choose 4 events per day.

Sprinting Fast Athletics Holiday Clinic Contact: Sarah - sarah@sprintingfast.com 0424 191 620.

2017 Sunsmart Country Schools Tennis Classic

Tournament Director: Jason Marrable
Please Contact Jason Marrable; 6462 8300, JMarrable@tennis.com.au
Please refer to Fact Sheet for more information

FREE POSITIVE PARENTING SEMINARS

You are invited to attend an 8 week Group of Triple P - Positive Parenting course. Triple P teaches positive, practical and effective ways to manage common issues which most parents will face.

Parents will learn effective parenting strategies such as ways to encourage behaviour you like, how to promote your child’s development and how to prevent or manage common child behaviour problems.

The next FREE 8 week Group is held:

When: 19th October – 7th December 2016
Location: Doubleview
RSVP: Bookings are essential and places are limited.

For more information or to register please call 9400 9551.

FREE PARENTING SEMINARS

You are invited to attend the Triple P Seminar Series. You will learn practical, positive and effective ways to deal with common behavioural problems and ways to help your child achieve their best at school and in the future.

Parents are encouraged to attend all 3 seminars:

1. The Power of Positive Parenting
2. Raising Confident Competent Children
3. Raising Resilient Children