5 May 2017

Newsletter Articles

School Vision

From the Principal

Dear Parents, Carers and Community Members,

NAPLAN Testing

NAPLAN tests are used to measure the educational attainment of students across Australia. They give the school system information about the overall level of student achievement in literacy and numeracy.

NAPLAN testing will occur next week for students in Years 3 and 5. Below is some advice from the NAPLAN website…

“NAPLAN is not a test that children can prepare for in the same way they might prepare for an end of term test. NAPLAN tests skills that develop and improve over time. These are skills that should be continuously developed throughout the year and not just in the lead-up to NAPLAN.

The best way to get your child ready for NAPLAN is to continue to develop literacy and numeracy skills. Your child’s teacher will be able to give you advice on how to help encourage development of these skills at home.”

It is important that students do not become anxious about NAPLAN testing. Students will perform better if they feel relaxed and confident that they can do their best. If children express concern about NAPLAN tests parents can help by reminding them that NAPLAN is only a measurement of their current ability. The test provides a snapshot of where a child is at (one point in the whole learning experience). The main point of the test is to help us know where to focus our teaching so that the very best learning gains take place.

Parents can also help by ensuring students have healthy eating and sleeping routines in the days prior to each test. A good routine and healthy habits will produce relaxed children who can concentrate and do their best. Parents are reminded that students cannot ‘study’ for NAPLAN tests so last minute cramming or tutoring will not produce better results.

Waste Wise

Our school is in the process of renewing its accreditation as a Waste Wise school. At the end of Term 1 an audit was conducted of school waste. The most significant items that were found (by weight) were:

• Fruit & vegetable scraps (38%)
• Food scraps (31%)
• General rubbish (12%)

The school will be developing strategies to reduce the waste that we generate on a daily basis. We encourage parents to reflect on how student lunches are packaged so as to reduce waste.

Introducing Our School Board

Survey data collected in 2017 indicated that the community would like to know more about our School Board and its members. For this reason we will be introducing each School Board member to you in our newsletters throughout 2017. I would like to start by introducing our newest member – Mark Paulton.

“Originally a migrant from Malawi but educated in the UK, I then moved to Australia in 2007, and settled in Madeley in 2011. We have 2 children enrolled at Madeley Primary School since 2015 who are in Year 1 and Kindy.

Professionally I am a commercial contracts, project and supply manager with significant experience negotiating, implementing and managing large-scale contracts across the oil & gas, mining, civil construction and telecommunications industries in Australia and internationally. I currently work for South32 in Perth, and am also a Western Australian Justice of the Peace.

In being a member of the Board at Madeley I hope to bring a vision of my experiences of diversity inclusion from my background and also leverage any possible community benefits as an extension of my work as a JP to date.

Further I hope to contribute my professional expertise to assist in the running of a smooth, cost efficient and forward looking school, with a vision on technology, science and engineering basics to our next generation of minds.”

We welcome Mark to the Board and look forward to his work with us over the next few years.

Involvement in School by Parents and Carers

The following statement can be found on the Department of Education website. We encourage parents and carers to talk with teachers about how you can be actively involved in your child’s schooling.

“You can participate in school life, both formally and informally, through the Parents and Citizens Association, school council, helping in the classroom or volunteering.

Make a special effort to attend your child’s class assemblies, parent-teacher meetings, sports days, open days, musical and other activities. This will help them feel positive about school and be a happy, active participant. When you volunteer you show your child that you care about their school life.

Research shows that when parents are involved with their children’s schooling, it has a positive effect on the child’s performance.

If you are a working parent and feel you have limited time to help or be involved at school, talk to your child’s teacher(s) about ways you could help out. Involve your child in the activity.”

Attached to this newsletter is a publication provided by the Department of Education which outlines the process for talking with our school when you have an enquiry or concern. At Madeley we ask that you talk with your child’s teacher first. If you are still concerned or have not received an answer to your query you should talk with one of our Deputy Principals: Mrs Lainie Beccegato (Kindergarten to Year 2) or Ms Danielle Stitfold (Year 3 to 6). If you are still concerned (after talking with these people) you are welcome to make a time to talk with me.

Reading at Home

One of the most powerful things you can do to help your child improve academically is to encourage them to read. Reading improves when you do it more often. Please spend time modelling reading to your children and reading with your children. Attached to this newsletter is a fact sheet (especially for parents of Year 1 and 2 students) with more ideas about helping your child become a stronger reader.

Have great weekend everyone

Stephen Bevan
Principal

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.

Term Dates 2017

Student Free Days 2017

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:

Reminder Voluntary Contributions and Charges 2017

Kindergarten 2018 Enrolments

Kindergarten 2018 is for children with a date of birth of 1st July 2013 – 30th June 2014.

An Expression of Interest pack can be collected from the Administration Office.

Classes

LLA4 & LLA5 Excursion to Penisula Farm

Date: Tuesday 30th May 2017
Depart Time: 9am, Bus departs Madeley Primary School
Return Time: 3pm, Arrive back at Madeley Primary School
Cost: $17
Deadline: All forms and payment to be returned to class by Monday 22nd May
Conditions: Students must be in FULL SCHOOL UNIFORM
What to bring: Wide brim hat, healthy recess and lunch clearly labelled, disposable bag and drink

Parents helpers are always welcomed, please speak to class teacher for more information.

DLA2, DLA3 & GLA1 Indigenous Elder Incursion

We are very fortunate to have Dr Noel Nannup an Indigenous Elder and the Edith Cowan Universities Elder in Residence. He is a well known story teller and cultural guide.

When: Monday 15th May
Time: 1.20pm – 2.50pm
Cost: $4

Please return your $4 in the envelope provided by your class teacher before Friday 12th May.

Production – Space Jump

Monday 12th June & Tuesday 13th June
6pm

Ashdale Secondary College Theatre
$10 per ticket
Tickets go on sale Monday 29th May (two per family only)

We are very excited and have been busy choreographing our items in preparation for the whole school production. This year our production will involve all students from Year One to Year Six. This Production is our opportunity to show off how talented the students of Madeley PS are. This year we have an entertaining original script full of cheesy jokes, familiar characters and plenty of dance songs.

Does my child need to be at both shows?

Yes. We need every student at both shows for the choreography. If you are not in the audience you can drop off and collect your student so they can perform their item. See individual class information, closer to the show, for more details.

Is there a dress rehearsal?

Yes Students will need their complete costume for Monday 12th June as we are bussing to Ashdale Secondary College for a full dress rehearsal. This will also give students an opportunity to see the entire show with full lights and sound. Permission slips for this event will be sent home soon.

What about tickets?

Tickets will go on sale in Week Six, 29th May. Every family will be allocated two tickets to ensure every student has someone in the audience. Any remaining tickets will be released on a first come basis in Week Seven. If you require more tickets due to family circumstance please let the ladies in the front office know. To help cover costs we will be selling tickets for $10 each.

What does my child need to wear?

Every class is different. 

Mrs Price - Every class is different. Your child is in the opening scene and needs to wear a plain red or plain blue tee shirt and black pants/leggings and skirt. We will be adding accessories to complete the outfit.

Mrs Caple and Mrs Malland - Every class is different. Your child is in the opening scene and needs to wear red, orange and/or yellow.  Girls -  will be supplied with a tutu so we recommend they wear black leggings.  Boys -  will have a poncho so red/orange/yellow or black bottoms is fine.   We will be adding accessories to complete the outfit.

Miss Stokoe and Mrs Burkett - Every class is different. Your child is in the opening scene and needs to wear a plain white t-shirt. Boys need to wear jeans and white socks, any shoes. Girls will be supplied with a skirt so shorts are recommended for a quick change, white socks and have their hair in a high pony tail.

Mrs Phillips and Mrs Barnes - Every class is different. Your child is in the second scene. Boys -  Think heavy metal so jeans, flannel shirt or  a black t-shirt with maybe a bandana. Girls - Are to wear a black singlet/tank top and black leggings. They will be in bare feet.

Mrs Kirov and Mrs Villar - Every class is different. Your child is in the third scene and needs to wear orange, brown and/or yellow pants with any t- shirt. Your child will be supplied with a jacket. Girls will be supplied with a tutu so we recommend they wear black leggings.   We will be adding accessories to complete the outfit.

Miss Dunbar - Every class is different. Your child is in the third scene and needs to wear an out fit to suit their group. Some parts of your child’s costume maybe supplied, please ask them or email me for more information.

Mr Eddison - Every class is different. Your child is in the third scene and needs to wear a black or dark t-shirt and shorts/pants as we will be suppling a jumpsuit  to wear on top. Students may want to add a back pack to their out fit and they will also need a torch, please just something cheap with their name on it. Thank you for your ongoing support!

Miss Pirga - Every class is different. Your child is in the third scene and needs to wear shorts and a singlet/tank top without a print or pattern on it, a pale colour or white is preferred. We will be suppling a tunic and a headpiece. Girls may want to add their own jewellery and make up.

Mr Kuenen - Every class is different. Your child is in the fourth scene and needs to be dressed as a mummy or a zombie. Think ripped grubby clothes. Please destroy some old clothes rather than spend money on a costume. We will have face paint but feel free to do make up at home before the show. Thank you for your ongoing support!

Miss Visser - Every class is different. Your child is in the fourth scene and needs to be dressed for a formal or a ball. Boys in black or dark pants, white shirt and tie/bow tie. Girls can go to town with prettiness and frills, think flower girl.

Mrs Chester and Mr Taddei - Every class is different. Your child is in the finale scene. Please ask them for information of their individual costumes.  

Thank you for your ongoing support!

If you have any questions, concerns, offers of help please email Brenda Kane at Brenda.Ovens@education.wa.edu.au or stop into the Performing Arts room in the Undercover

Library

Scholastic Book Club “Loop”

We are now using the online system offered through Scholastic Book Club Called “Loop” for your book club orders and payments.

You can access this by going to the website or downloading the app on your mobile device.

Thanks
Mrs Simpson and Mrs Miller
Book Club Organisers

Science

“If you could 3D print something which would make a difference to your school or community, what would it be?”

One day you may have an opportunity to do this.

Put on your thinking hats and think about the future of your school, your community and your Earth.

People across the globe are coming up with ideas to make our world more sustainable and to ensure that future generations can continue to live in it.

If you could help, what would you do? Maybe you’re not ready to think about the whole world yet but what could you do to make a difference at Madeley or in your local community? What would you need to make that difference?

We have an opportunity to ‘win’ a 3D printer for the school. This would be a great asset to add to our STEM resources but, to do this, we need your help. We need you to have a think and to answer the question above.

There are no personal rewards in this competition other than the good feeling you get from being able to say you helped to achieve something for your school. If we win though, you may get the chance to design and 3D print.

STEM

Donations Needed

To support our STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) program this year we are asking for donations of the following:

• lego/lego kits ( clean and in good condition)
• cardboard rolls/small cardboard tubes (paper towel)

If you have any of the following that you are happy to donate it would be greatly appreciated. Please hand any donations to your classroom teachers.

Thank you for your support

Jenny Wheeler

School Services

School Canteen

Winter Menu 2017 is now available on line

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.

Regards
Toni and Jillian

School Nurse

KINDERGARTEN STUDENTS REMINDER

Please return the School Entry Health Assessment Forms for Kindy Screening to the Admin Office or Class Teacher.

Better Health Program

healthy active happy kids

Is your child between 7 – 13 years?

Are you worried about their weight?

• Fun free 10 week program
• Build confidence
• Get fit
• Meet new friends

Term 2 Dates:

24/04/2017 to 30/06/2017

Programs Available:

• Ellenbrook
• Mirrabooka
• Cannington
• Craigie
• Cockburn
• Byford

Contact: 1300 822 953 | SMS 0409 745 645

Thank you
Caroline Turich
Community Health Nurse

SAVERPLUS

YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE TO JOIN A SAVINGS PROGRAM THAT MATCHES EVERY DOLLAR YOU SAVE, UP TO $500.

As you may be aware, the Department of Education supports parents to provide financially for their children and refers families to community and government organisations that can offer additional support to families. Saver Plus, Australia's largest matched savings program, is one such program and assists people to save for education expenses by matching their savings dollar for dollar up to $500.

Saver Plus was developed by the Brotherhood of St Laurence and the ANZ Bank in 2002 and is delivered by The Smith Family and the Brotherhood of St Laurence in Western Australia. More than 32 000 people across Australia have participated in the program, saving over $17.3 million.

The Department wishes to offer eligible parents the opportunity to participate in Saver Plus.

What this means for you

Saver Plus is a free ten month program that provides financial education, budgeting and savings tips, and matches your savings up to $500 for education costs. Saver Plus can help you:

• build your skills around managing money;
• become a regular saver; and
• reach a savings goal.

Once you finish the program, ANZ will match your savings dollar for dollar, up to $500.

You can use your matched savings for education-related costs, such as, computers, laptops, and tablets, school uniforms, text books, sports fees and equipment, school excursions and more. For more information please see documents attached.

P&C News

P&C Association 2017

Volunteers are essential for the P&C to be able to contribute to the school community and make it better for our kids. Thanks to Belinda Nolan and Karen Stobie-Tyack, the school canteen will continue to operate in 2017. Also, thanks to Jill Vincent and Carli Williams for expressing their interest to assist with the canteen treasurer role.

Easter on the Green – Thank you!

Easter on the Green was a great success! Thank you everyone for helping to raise more than $10,000 that will improve our school community. If you'd like to be part of the conversation of where our fundraising money is going to be directed, please come along to one of our meetings (held in Week 3 and Week 8 of each term).

Entertainment Books

The Madeley Primary School P&C will once again be selling the Entertainment Book (printed or digital version) for $70 - $14 of this is profit to the school.

Please use the link to pre-order your copies. As soon as the printed book arrives it will be distributed to your child's class, or if you order a digital version, instructions will be sent to you as soon as the copy is available. To order, please follow the link or visit the school office for an order form.

School Disco

Our next event is the school disco, and we will have more details for you soon.

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.

P&C Dates

The next P&C meeting will be held on Wednesday 10th May at 7:30pm in the staffroom

There are two meetings per term (week 3 & week 9 of each term).

P&C meeting dates for 2017 are:

People who would like to become members of the P&C are required to contribute $1.00 for their yearly P&C membership.

Check the Facebook page or School Newsletter for confirmation of meeting dates.

The Fathering Project

Free Parenting Workshops

1. Free Parenting Workshop for Dads – Engaging positively with your kids

The City of Stirling invite you to our FREE parenting workshop for Dads. Registrations are essential. The details are as follows:

Date: Wednesday 10th May 2017
Time: 6.30-8.30pm
Venue: Inglewood Civic Centre (Children’s Centre), Cnr Ninth Ave and Beaufort Street, Inglewood WA 6052

2. Free Parenting Workshop for Dads – Raising emotionally resilient children

The City of Stirling invite you to our FREE parenting workshop for Dads. Registrations are essential. The details are as follows:

Date: Wednesday 24th May 2017
Time: 6.30-8.30pm
Venue: Inglewood Civic Centre (Children’s Centre), Cnr Ninth Ave and Beaufort Street, Inglewood WA 6052

3. Free Parenting Workshop for Dads – Importance of positive early father-child interaction (0-5 years)

The City of Stirling invite you to our FREE parenting workshop for Dads. Registrations are essential. The details are as follows:

Date: Wednesday 31st May 2017
Time: 6.30-8.30pm
Venue: Inglewood Civic Centre (Children’s Centre), Cnr Ninth Ave and Beaufort Street, Inglewood WA 6052

For more information on the three facilitating organisations, please check out the following links;

Before & After School Care

Camp Australia

For information regarding bookings before and after school care, please visit…

Please refer to website or leaflet for more information

Community News

ASHDALE SECONDARY COLLEGE

GREASE QUIZ NIGHT

Are you a knowledgeable person? If so, why not come and spend a fun filled evening with Ashdale Secondary College’s cast of their first full scale musical GREASE!

When: Friday 19th May 2017, doors open 6.15pm for start at 7.00pm
Where: Ashdale SC College Galileo Theatre

The evening is being held to assist raise funds for the production to build sets, make costumes and props.

We have a wonderful selection of prizes to be auctioned and raffled off during the evening, from a signed Perth Wildcats jersey, colour laser printer, mounted photographs etc.There will also be a special performance during the evening from the cast of Grease.

Tickets are on sale in tables of 10 at $100 per table. Please contact the College on 9302 7100 or Mr Terry Pirlo on Terry.Pirlo@education.wa.edu.au for details.

KEYED UP MUSIC

Keyed Up Music will be running keyboard and guitar lessons in Term 2 after school at Madeley Primary School.

We run group lessons starting from $15.95 plus GST per lesson.

To enrol, go to the link below or ring Therese on 1300 366 243 with any questions

Pro Edge Tennis Academy

We offer tennis programs to various ages and levels and have extensive experience in running tennis programs at schools . We currently run a before-school tennis program at Madeley Primary School and want to offer your child the chance to learn and play the modern game of tennis. Our school tennis program will recommence in the second week of school term 2 on Monday and will run for 8 weeks. (01/05/17).

Below there are more details about our program, to enrol or if you have any further questions do not hesitate to contact us.

Price: from $120 per term
Duration: 8 weeks
Time: 7.45am - 8.30am (45mins)
Day: Monday
Where: Madeley Primary School
What we provide: All equipment (coaches, mini nets, junior balls, racquets, cones and markers)
What you will need: Sports attire, drink bottle

Football West

To register to play Soccer go to the links below: