28 July 2017

Newsletter Articles

From the Principal

Dear Parents, Carers and Community Members.

It is hard to believe that we are already two weeks into Semester 2 and that there are only 18 weeks left in the school year! We are looking forward to another busy and productive semester here at Madeley!

Play & Learn Program

Our pre-kindergarten ‘Play & Learn’ program commenced this term for students who will be starting kindergarten in 2018. This is an important transition opportunity for children and also provides their parents with lots of information about how they can support their children to be successful learners. The program is being expertly facilitated by Mrs Clark and Mrs Dunn.

Student Leader’s Day Camp

One way we encourage student voice and build leadership capacity is through our student leadership team which includes our Student Councillors, Faction Captains, Arts Captains and Sustainability Captains. These students will be joining other student leaders from across the Ashdale Cluster at a day camp on August 8th. This is an exciting opportunity for students to interact together and to further develop their leadership skills.

Keeping Our School Safe

It is essential that we are diligent in addressing issues or concerns around safety when and if they occur. If you see something that you think is unsafe please let a member of staff know so that we can assess it and do something about it in a timely manner. This could relate to behaviour or facilities/equipment.

Dog Poo

Not a nice topic but still an ongoing problem on our oval! Please ensure you pick up after your dog if you walk it around our school. We encourage parents to politely remind other community members about caring for our health by cleaning up after their pets when using the oval.

Solicitation

Parents and community members are reminded that they cannot solicit interest or promote activities for a personal business or activity while on school grounds. If you have a concern about this please see a member of the school administration team.

P&C

Our P&C continues to be an important part of the Madeley school community and we encourage every parent to get involved by attending meetings and helping out with activities and events. One very successful event was the ‘Despicable Me3’ Movie Fundraiser which was held during the school holidays. Seventy tickets were sold and a profit of $421 was made through this fundraiser. We appreciate the hard work and effort that so many of our parents put into promoting and supporting Madeley Primary School through activities like this.

The next P&C meeting is scheduled for Wednesday August 2nd commencing at 7.30pm in the staffroom. Please come along and join in the fun!

Healthy Schools Information

The Cancer Council of WA provides various resources to schools and the community to promote better health. The latest Healthy Schools newsletter contained a link to an important topic which may interest some members of the community.

Faction Jumps and Throws Date Change

We received notification this week that the 2017 Cluster STEM Expo will take place on Tuesday August 29th which conflicts with our planned Faction Jumps and Throws event. For this reason we will be moving the jumps and throws forward to Wednesday 23rd August.

School Board Introductions

This year we have been introducing School Board members to the community through our newsletter. We would like to introduce another one of our staff members who is on the School Board….Mrs Sally Price.

“I joined the school board as a teacher/parent representative. I am married with three young children. I have a young daughter in Kindy at Madeley and I teach full time as a Year 4 teacher here. I have been at Madeley Primary since the day it opened. I have Level 3 Teacher status and this is my 18th year with the Education Department. I have also taught in many London schools, I have performed in many roles including Deputy and Principal positions.

The local school board is a critical link to public schools. Whether elected or appointed, school board members serve their communities in several important ways.

• First and foremost school boards look out for students. Education is not a line item on the school board’s agenda—it is the only item.
• When making decisions about school programs, school boards incorporate their community’s view of what students should know and be able to do.
• School boards are accessible to the public and accountable for the performance of their schools.
• School boards are the education watchdog for their communities, ensuring that students get the best education for the tax dollars spent.

The Australian Government believes that school communities benefit when parent engagement is a key part of school planning and improvement processes. They want local communities to have a greater say about what happens in their schools. Research shows that active and successful involvement of parents in schools makes an important contribution to student success.”

Have a 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.

**Please be aware the dates published are a guide and may change**

Changes to Published Events

Tuesday 29th August Jump & Throws moved to Wednesday 23rd August

Term Dates 2017

Student Free Days 2017

Absence Notification

It is important that the school is notified of any student absence within 3 days of the absence.. Parents / Guardians may notify us by using the Absentee Form which is located on Schoolzine, Madeley Primary School Newsletter Menu Bar.

Example of Newsletter Menu Bar

Lost Property

Students' personal property should be clearly marked with full name.

Please make identification markings as clear as possible and renew when faded.

All lost property is sent to the Lost Property box outside the covered assembly area. At the end of each term, items are displayed for classes and parents to inspect.

Every effort is made to return named items. Unmarked items of school uniform will be placed in the spare clothing pool or given to the Uniform Shop for resale as used clothing.

Other items (non-school uniform) will be delivered to a local clothing charity centre.

Students should not bring valuable items including electronic devices to school for use at playtime. Supervision of such property is difficult and loss or damage may occur.

No Riding on School Grounds

For the safety of students, parents and visitors we ask that scooters, bikes, skateboards are carried or walked to the storage rakes whilst on school grounds. Thank you.

School Photos

Following our recent school photography by Kapture, parents can view and order any sports and / or special photos taken on the day eg. Faction Captains, Student Councillors.

1. Go to www.kapture.com.au/event.asp
2. Enter School Code : TJHTKF
3. Click on Sport & Event tab to view gallery
4. Place order, complete online payment and delivery details.

All orders will be posted to the delivery address stated when placing order,

T: 08 9240 1714
E: enquiries@kapture.com.au
3 /17 Macadam Place, Balcatta WA 6914

Sport

Faction Cross Country

Congratulations to all the students who participated in the cross country. The cross country is a challenging event so well done on completing the course. Thank you to all the staff for their help and the parents who attended to cheer on their children.

The results were:

1st Lightning 287
2nd Storm 268
3rd Thunder 254
4th Cyclone 227

Science Room

The Science room is after your junk.

If you have any clean, plastic 2 litre juice and/or soft drink bottles or any ice cream containers which you do not need please send them to the Science Room (LLA1).

Much appreciated,
Mrs Jones
Science Teacher

Classes

Red Kindergarten

Congratulations Eliana KC-Howe

Eliana KC-Howe is one of six new faces of Kinder Chocolate. The competition was launched in September 2016 with over 12,000 entries from Australia and New Zealand, the parents shared their kids’ cutest moments for the chance to appear on the packaging this month.

DLA2, DLA3 & GLA1 Worm Farming Incursion

When: Tuesday 1st AUGUST
What to Bring: Each student will need to collect a clear plastic bottle to make their mini worm farm with. 1.25 litre or 2 litre cool-drink or water bottles are best.

We have organised this incursion to be an interactive, educational addition to their Sustainability unit in Geography this term. Kids love getting their hands dirty and they get to keep their own mini worm farm!

The incursion program and original presentation has been designed by Vermiculture expert, Kevin Smith, who has been educating school students for over two decades!

He will bring masses of wriggling worms for the students to get up close and personal with.

The session lasts an hour and covers; worms, the environment, worms role in waste management, recycling, worm biology, sustainability, mini beasts and gardening.

Each student will need to collect a clear plastic bottle to make their mini worm farm with. 1.25 litre or 2 litre cool-drink or water bottles are best. You will need to cut the necks off the bottles so that they become a cylinder shape, i.e. the students have to be able to put their hands into the bottles. The bottles will need to be prepared (cut down) before the day.

Sally Price, Bethany Dunbar & Elise Pirga.
Teachers

Kindy Farmyard on Wheels

Farmyard on Wheels will be visiting our Kindy with their wonderful farm animals giving the children hands on access to some of them.

Date: During week 5
Cost $9.00

Permission slips will be issued by Class Teacher.

MLA1 & MLA2 Peninsula Farm Excursion

Mrs Caple and Mrs Malland are delighted to inform you that an educational excursion to Peninsula Farm has been organised as part of our History Programme.

Date: Monday 14th August
Classes: MLA1 and MLA2
Depart: Madeley Primary School
Depart Time: 9am
Travelling: By bus
Cost: $17

What to Bring: Healthy recess, lunch and drink of water in school bags

What to Wear: Full school uniform including school hat, sunscreen

Parent Help: 10 parent helpers are required to monitor small groups of students during the day, please advise your class teacher if you are available to assist.

Please return the consent form and payment to your class teacher before FRIDAY 11th August.

Thank you
Mrs Caple (MLA1) and Mrs Malland (MLA2)
Class Teachers

MLA3 & MLA4 Peninsula Farm Excursion

Mrs Villar and Mrs Kirov are delighted to inform you that an educational excursion to Peninsula Farm has been organised as part of our History Programme.

Date: Monday 28th August
Classes: MLA3 and MLA4
Depart: Madeley Primary School
Depart Time: 9am
Travelling: By bus
Cost: $17

What to Bring: Healthy recess, lunch and drink of water in school bags

What to Wear: Full school uniform including school hat, sunscreen

Parent Help: 10 Parent Helpers are required to monitor small groups of students during the day, please let your class teacher if you are available to assist.

Please return the consent form and payment to your class teacher before FRIDAY 25th August.

Thank you
Mrs Villar (MLA3) and Mrs Kirov (MLA4)
Class Teachers

Year 4 PEAC

GIFTED AND TALENTED: Primary Extension and Challenge (PEAC)

ASSESSMENT OF YEAR 4 STUDENTS FOR THE PEAC PROGRAM

The PEAC Program provides part time extension and enrichment for exceptionally able students in Years 5 and 6.

PEAC offers a range of courses that provide the most able students with work that is intellectually challenging.

All students in Year 4 will have the opportunity to be assessed for suitability for the PEAC Program. Students who are performing well at school are possible candidates for the program.

There are some students in Year 4 whose potential is not so easily recognised. There may be students who are underachieving at school and there are some students who demonstrate certain skills and abilities more at home than at school.

Together, we can ensure that all students who have the potential for high academic performance are identified. Testing at Madeley Primary School will occur on Monday 31st July.

The test will measure the student’s ability to recognise patterns and to predict with speed and accuracy and measure each child’s ability to apply their knowledge and learning.

The scores from the test will be used in the selection of students for PEAC courses and extension programs conducted in 2018 and 2019 and also to inform educational provision in schools.

If you do not wish your child to be included in the PEAC assessment please notify the school in writing by 28th July

Year 6 Camp

The Year 6 2017 Camp has been finalised. It will be held from Wednesday11th October until Friday13th October (Week 1, Term 4). We will be attending Kerem Adventure Camp which is located in Bullsbrook. Students will be staying in cabin/dorm type accommodation for two nights.

Some of the activities include:

Team Building Games, Zorb Balls, Colour Run, Archery, Rock Climbing, Low Ropes and Disc Golf.

As Kerem is in Bullsbrook, we are asking parents to arrange for their child to be dropped off at the camp school at 10.00am on the Wednesday and picked up from the venue at 2.00pm on the Friday. If parents are unable to transport their child to and/or from the venue, we ask that you organise another child’s parents to do this for you. If you have difficulty with this please indicate on the Camp Contract (attached).

Kerem Adventure Camp Address: 100 Kirby Rd, Bullsbrook WA

ATTACHED DOCUMENTS TO KEEP:

• Packing list
• Itinerary for the week

ATTACHED DOCUMENTS TO SIGN AND RETURN:

• Camp Contract – Parents and students to read and sign (this is also the permission slip for the camp).

If you are available to transport other people’s children please indicate on the contract.

• Medical Form

Yours sincerely,
Mr Mario Taddei and Mrs Dawn Chester

STEM

Donations Needed

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

• LEGO / LEGO kits ( clean and in good condition)

If you have any LEGO 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

Library

Book Week

Book week is coming to Madeley Primary School in Week 6

Monday 21st to Friday 25th August

Book Week Parade theme is ‘dress as your favourite book character’ and will be held on Friday 25th August along with our grandparent morning tea.

We are looking for volunteers to help with book sales before and after school on the Wednesday to Friday.

If you could assist please put your name down on the roster in the library.

There will be more information closer to the date.

Thanks
Mrs Miller

Book Week Dates

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.

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 13th so that they can be prepared for shipping. The cost of shipping each box is $10.00 which we ask parents to provide with the box if they can.

For more information please check out the Operation Christmas Child website.

Earn & Learn

We’re thrilled to announce that the Woolworths Earn & Learn program is back for 2017. Now anyone can help Madeley Primary School earn amazing equipment by shopping at Woolworths from the 26th July.

With over 10,000 educational resources to choose from, there’s plenty of valuable resources up for grabs we can choose across every category - from mathematics and English resources to arts and crafts, and science equipment.

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.
• ou 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

Head Lice

It is important that parent/guardians check their child/childrens head and, if necessary, treat any lice or eggs. Children must be treated for head lice before they can return to school.

In the interests of the other children at school, it is our policy to contact parents of children who are found to have head lice and request that they be picked up and treated accordingly.

Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease

Hand, foot and mouth disease is a common viral illness in infants and children. Symptoms are mild fever, poor appetite and frequently a sore throat. One or 2 days later the fever begins, sores develop in the mouth. The sores begin as small red spots that blister and then often become ulcers. The skin rash develops over 1-2 days with flat or raised red spots, some with blisters. The rash does not itch and is usually located on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet. HFMD occurs mainly in children under 10 years of age, but adults may also be at risk. It is not the same disease as animal foot and mouth disease.

• Transmission: Airborne or droplet infection, or direct contact with the fluid in the blisters or contaminated nose or throat secretions. Faecal-oral route.
• Incubation: Usually 3 to 7 days.
• Infectious period: While blisters are present. Faeces remain infectious for several weeks. HFMD is not transmitted to or from pets or other animals.
• Exclusion: Exclude until all blisters have healed (dried).
• Treatment: No specific treatment is available for this infection. Paracetamol may be used for fever and discomfort. The virus may be present in the stool for several weeks after the blisters have resolved. Thorough hand washing is recommended for a minimum of 15 seconds after toileting or changing nappies, to reduce risk of transmission.

If your child is displaying any of the above symptoms it may be worth visiting your local doctor for advice.

Triple P Programs

Triple P Programs are scheduled at different venues and times throughout the WA school terms. Programs fill quickly and bookings are essential.

All programs are free of charge and for families with children aged 3-8 years old.

METROPOLITAN PROGRAMS ONLY (programs may be subject to change)

Caroline Turich | Community Health Nurse | School Health - Wanneroo South Region
Child & Adolescent Community Health. Department of Health.
Mirrabooka Child & Adolescent Community Health Centre
4/14 Chesterfield Rd, Mirrabooka. WA. 6061.
T: (08) 9345 7101

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 Dates

The next P&C meeting will be held on Wednesday 2nd August at 7:30pm in the staffroom

P&C meeting dates for 2017 are:

Please check the Facebook page for confirmation of meeting dates.

Entertainment Books

Entertainment books are still available - please click on the link below or you can visit the school office for an order form. It is available in printed or digital format for $70 - $14 of this is donated to the P&C. The digital version will be available for immediate upload to your phone, the printed version will be sent to your child's class.

School Disco

It’s Madeley P.S. Disco time!

DATE - Friday 11th August
TIMES – 6 p.m. – 7.15 p.m. (Kindy, Y1, Y2) then 7.30 p.m. – 9 p.m. (Y3, Y4, Y5, Y6)
TICKETS - $6 at the door (please bring correct change if you can)
ALSO – Glow sticks, cold drinks, chips, lollies on sale

PLEASE - Volunteer! It's a great way to meet other parents and make sure the kids have a great time.

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.

The Fathering Project

Fathering Project- Madeley Champion Dads

The Fathering Project’s Schools’ Program aims to positively promote the important role of fathers, and father figures, to the entire school community through the formation of our “Madeley Champion Dads Fathering Project’ group.

Weekly Tip: YOU are your Daughters first love

Daughters need Dads to help them learn about relationships and the most profound one she learns is the one with herself. A girls self esteem is largely determined by the relationship with her Dad.

Tips

• Date dates
• Dad teach the girls “boys” stuff
• Ask your daughter how to be a better Dad
• Protect her from the sexualized world
• Never be afraid to shed a few tears
• Tell her again and again how much you value, accept and lover her
• Value and encourage her character, sense of humour, physical aptitude and her ability to learn, strive and set big goals

For useful weekly tips, we currently have a Facebook Page- "Madeley Champion Dads Fathering Project" and we also encourage people to also like and follow "The Fathering Project" which is the support behind our group.

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 College Tour

Ashdale Secondary College will be holding a College Tour on

Monday 7 August 2017 from 10.15-11.00am.

All prospective parents are invited to learn about the excellent range of subjects offered in the College and view its exciting facilities.

Please RSVP by phone To Ashdale Secondary College on 9302 7100 or email to ashdale.sc@education.wa.edu.au.

An Evening with Maggie Dent (Grief, Loss and Children)

Guildford Primary School Parents and Citizens Association presents..

Venue: Swan Park Theatre, Gray Drive, Midvale WA 6056Date: Tuesday 19th September 2017
Time: 7pm for 7.15pm sharp
Doors open at 6pm and wine and cheese will be available for sale.
Cost: $35
Booking: Tickets can be booked online at www.trybooking.com/PLZK
Inquiries: Karen Baldwin – karenbuckland@hotmail.com or 0409 082 698

Robyn Bishop – robynmbishop@hotmail.com or 0439 304 344

This seminar explores how to prepare and support children through loss and grief. Maggie Dent has an extensive background including palliative care, the funeral industry and counselling, and her practical tips will be invaluable for anyone who cares for children. How we manage loss will influence us for the rest of our lives and when our children are overprotected in childhood they can be left powerless and very traumatised as adults.

Keyed Up Music

Keyed Up Music will be teaching group music lessons after school. Guitar lessons are on Tuesday. Keyboard lessons are on Wednesday. Lesson pricing starts from $16.95.

To enrol your child please go to:

If you require more information please contact Therese on 1300 366 243 or email us enquiry@keyedupmusic.com.au.

Vikings Women’s Softball Club

U13's Mixed, U15's & U17's Girls. Fees from $150 - $170

Based out of Kingsway Sporting Complex, Madeley, we proudly provide junior and senior players with a love for softball the opportunity to do just that, play! If you are interested in joining this family friendly, social club please contact us today! Don’t forget to like us on facebook to keep up to date on all news, events, awards, game times and more –

Registrations will be opening soon for the 2017/18 season, check back soon!

If you have any issues or questions please feel free to contact us.

Basketball for Juniors - Get Active Sport

Only $70 Earlybird for 6 classes in Term 3 2017, to receive the Earlybird price of $70 you need to Enrol + Pay before 12th July 2017

• 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: Landsdale Primary School - The Broadview, Landsdale

Starts Saturday 5th August

3 and 4 year olds - 9.45am to 10.30am
5 and 6 year olds - 10.30am to 11.15am
7 and 8 year olds - 11.15am to 12.00pm

COST: $90 FOR 6 SESSIONS AND A BASKETBALL FOR YOU TO KEEP

alternatively call the office on 1300 772 106

Landsdale Junior Cricket Club

Landsdale Junior Cricket Club offers a fantastic cricket experience for boys and girls through the In2Cricket and T20 Blast programs for our younger members (5-9yrs), and club cricket for Under 10’s through to Under 17’s competing in the NWMCA (North West Metropolitan Cricket Association) competition. We have players who come from a wide catchment that covers the northern corridor and a range of northern suburb schools.

Online registrations have now opened for the 2017/18 season, to register please visit the link below or if you have any questions please email the club at admin@landsdalejcc.com.au

Landsdale Junior Cricket Club is seeking girls interested in forming a team to compete in the “Perth Scorchers Girls League” for the upcoming season.

This is a great opportunity to have fun with your friends and keep active over the summer.

You do not need to have played before just the desire to get together with some friends and get out and have some fun playing cricket.

You can register at the link below or if you would like more information please contact the club via email admin@landsdalejcc.com.au

Landsdale Junior Cricket Club Inc

Email: admin@landsdalejcc..com.au

Tee Ball Club – Wanneroo Joondalup

Registration Day is on August 4th, 6-8pm at the clubhouse.

Tee Ball is a fantastic sport that builds friendships and co-ordination, but most importantly is about kids getting involved and having fun. Our club caters for primary school aged children, with weekly training, fixtured game days, twilight games and lightning carnivals offered throughout the season. For those wanting to take their game to the next level, tryouts for the club’s State Championship teams are held early in the season in preparation for the March championships at Langley Park.

Our Joey Ball program is specifically developed for Kindy aged children. Joey Ball provides the ideal introduction to tee ball skills and includes modified game play sessions. Parents participate with their children in structured activities for an 8 week season.

You are welcome to come down to return your form in person, alternatively they can be sent by email to registrar@wjtbc.com,

Payment options are available on the forms. For your convenience, this year we have introduced online credit card payment for both fees & uniforms.

Caddie Newham
WJTBC Registrar
0477 770 041