12 October 2018

Newsletter Articles

School Vision

From the Principal

Dear Parents, Carers and Community Members

Welcome Back

Welcome back to school for the final term of 2018. There are lots of great activities planned for students again this term, including: interschool cross country, Remembrance Day, student leadership speeches and selection, camps and excursions, Madeley’s Got Talent, parent ‘thank you’ morning tea, end of year reports and our Year 6 graduation. We look forward to all of the great learning that will continue to occur throughout the term.

A reminder that on Friday 26 October (week 3), it is a School Development Day.

Planning for 2019

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 2019. Student enrolments determine what our staffing allocation will be so we need as accurate a number as possible. During Term 4 we will begin arranging classes for 2019. 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 aim to maintain at least one friendship for each child where possible but this is not always 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, 2019 as there is a strong chance that enrolments will change over the holidays and a restructure of classes will take place.

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 before the end of Week 3, Term 4 – Friday, 26th October. Lainie.Beccegato@education.wa.edu.au

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 every student. This is a complex process that is given a great deal of time and effort.

Contact and Medical Information

A reminder that student medical and parent contact information needs to always be up to date at all times. We work hard to ensure that our students have a safe environment in which to learn and play and we need to always know what medical or health needs that they have. Please contact the school office whenever medical or contact information changes so our records are always up to date.

1 to 1 Program

We annually evaluate our program to ensure our students have the best opportunities to acquire essential skills in digital technologies for their future. The parent funded 1-1 program is vital to this goal and we recognise and value your commitment to your children’s education.

In response to parent feedback regarding the cost of devices we are expanding the program to include MacBooks and iPads for students entering Year 4. Parents can now access the Winthrop portal to order their device. The links for this will be sent home via Connect If purchasing devices from another supplier you will need to check out the required specs on the Winthrop site. Devices that fall outside the basic specs cannot be used as part of the program.

So what does this mean for parents of students entering Year 4? You have three choices you can make:

1. Purchase a MacBook through Winthrop or another supplier
2. Purchase an iPad through Winthrop or another supplier
3. Purchase neither device, opting for the school to make one available (for lessons only).

If you are unsure of what to do you may wish to attend an information session which will be held in the next month. The day and time will be sent via Connect.

Students who are in other year levels and are currently using Macbooks will be able to do so for the remainder of their time at our school.

After School Play

A reminder to parents to ensure that you are closely supervising your children, if you stay after school to play on the equipment. As the person who is responsible for the safety of everyone on the school site, I take this responsibility very seriously. The following rules for Madeley PS have been promoted over the last few years and I wish to draw your attention to them to maintain everyone’s safety. These rules are provided below.

1. Children must be under direct (line of site) supervision of their parent/carer.
2. No ball games are to be played inside the school fence. The oval is available for ball games.
3. Regular school rules and common sense apply during play:
   - No running on paved areas
   - No climbing or standing on the top of equipment
   - Safe and sensible play always
   - No throwing of sand or moving of sand outside the play area
4. Parents are responsible for monitoring and controlling play to ensure it is safe
5. Under no circumstances are children or adults permitted to re-enter buildings after school. This includes the use of toilets.
6. Behavioural issues that occur as a result of students remaining onsite are the responsibility of the parent/carer.
7. The Kindergarten/Pre-primary play area rules include:
   I. Students are not permitted to use any portable/loose equipment
   II. The nature play space is out of bounds to all students
   III. No chasey
   IV. No running on the pavement
   V. No water to be taken from the drink fountains
   VI. No climbing up the slide
   VII. Only 4 in the cubby at a time

I thank you for your adherence to these rules to ensure harmony and safety. All gates but the gate used by Camp Australia are locked at 3.45pm so we ask parents to start making their way off the school site at that time.

Parent Survey 2018

At the end of last term parents were invited to complete a survey designed to identify parent perception and feedback regarding a range of school operations and programs. We appreciate the effort of the 79 parents who completed the survey. This was 34 fewer responses to what we received in 2017 and represented approximately 21% of the families who have students attending our school.

Staff are still in the process of analysing the information and reflecting on the feedback provided through the survey. This information will guide future planning and development of our Business Plan. Much of the feedback was very positive, constructive and useful which is greatly appreciated.

A 5 score rating scale is used in the survey to identify opinions. Scores falling above 3 are considered to be largely positive.

Some of the results we received for specific statements included:

The survey also provided information about what parents considered to be the most effective means of communication currently used by the school. The rating scale for this ranged from 1 = highly ineffective to 5 = highly effective.

We have identified a number of areas that we will need to strengthen as a result of the survey and its feedback. We thank all respondents for their feedback.

Have a great term everyone.

Lainie Beccegato
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**

Up & Coming Events

2019 Sport Dates:

Interm Swimming Program at Aquamotion, Wanneroo. Term 2 2019, Week 7-8.
10/06/2019 – 21/06/2019

Term Dates 2018

Staff Development Days 2018

School closed to students on the following days:

** Staff Development Days may change, parents will be advised through Connect/Newsletter **

Assemblies 2018

Below is a schedule for assemblies in 2018. Please check the Newsletter regularly as these dates sometimes change.

Parent Contact Details

It is important that the school is notified of any changes to parent/carers/emergency contact details for students at Madeley Primary School.

Please use the following link to notify the school of any changes to Email, Phone and / or address or you can email Madeley.ps@education.wa.edu.au to advise any changes at the Administration Office.

New Telephone Number

Madeley Primary School from the beginning of term 3, will have a new main switch board number 08 9306 6900, please update your contacts on your devices.

Operation Christmas Child

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.

Cost of Box: $10.50**
(** The OCC Box cost includes the purchase of the box and shipping)

All boxes need to be returned to the school library by Wednesday 24th October 2018. 3pm.

What to do:

1. Purchase a Shoe Box from Arts Captains in Banksia Block every day before school until 19th October for $10.50
2. Choose Boy or Girl
3. Choose age range 2-4, 5-9 or 10-14
4. Fill shoe box with simple gifts, include something from each of the 6 categories
   - Something to wear
   - Something to play with
   - Something for school
   - Something to love
   - Something Special
   - Something for personal hygiene
5. Drop shoebox before the deadline Wednesday 24th October 2018 to the Art room. If you miss the drop off deadline parents/carers will have to make separate arrangements with the Operation Christmas Child organisation

Please note, if you use a shoe box from home (non OCC box) you must include the $10.00 shipping cost plus all additional forms/labels which need to be included in your box. Please note that boxes returned without postage money cannot be sent.

Gift suggestions:

• SOMETHING TO WEAR: T-shirt, polo shirt, shorts, skirt, cap, beanie, sandals, etc.
• SOMETHING TO LOVE: teddy bear, doll, soft toy, etc.
• SOMETHING SPECIAL: carry bag, sunglasses, bangles, stickers, necklaces, craft kits, wind-up torch, a personal note, a photo of yourself, etc.
• SOMETHING FOR SCHOOL: exercise book, pencil case, pens, pencils, colouring pencils, sharpener, eraser, chalk, etc.
• SOMETHING TO PLAY WITH: tennis ball, cars, skipping rope, marbles, musical instrument, yo-yo, slinky, finger puppets, etc.
• SOMETHING FOR PERSONAL HYGIENE: soap and face washer, toothbrush, hairbrush, comb, scrunchies, hair-clips, etc.

Do not include:

• ITEMS THAT LEAK OR MELT: (these can spoil boxes) including toothpaste, shampoo, bubbles, crayons and plasticine/play dough
• FOOD OR LOLLIES OF ANY KIND: (due to customs regulations) including medicines and vitamins USED OR DAMAGED ITEMS: (due to customs regulations) including worn clothing and old toys
• BREAKABLE ITEMS: including glass, porcelain and mirrors
• ITEMS THAT CAN SCARE OR HARM A CHILD: including Halloween, war or pirate-related items such as toy guns, knives, military figures or skull and crossbones
• GAMBLING-RELATED ITEMS: including play money, playing cards and dominoes
• RELIGIOUS LITERATURE: including tracts and Bibles (every child is given an Operation Christmas Child evangelistic book at an outreach event)

Key
OCC = Operation Christmas Child

Michelle Horrocks
Art Specialist Teacher
E: michelle.horrocks@education.wa.edu.au

Year 4

Zoo Camp

Brief Itinerary and Zoo Camp dates GLA1, GLA2 and GLA4

• Wednesday 7th November (Mrs Price)
• Wednesday 14th November (Mr Silvio)
• Wednesday 21st November (Miss Dunbar)
• Students to return to school between 3.45 and 4pm for departure to the zoo. (Please meet on the lawn outside DLA2 – near basketball courts).
• 4pm – bus leaves Madeley Primary School for the Perth Zoo.
• Students return to school at approximately 2.45pm the following day and can be collected at this time.

What to Bring

Students will need to bring the following items to camp:

• Sleeping Bag
• Pillow
• Pyjamas
• Toiletries (please no aerosol deodorants)
• Insect Repellent – roll on or pump spray (not aerosol)
• Water Bottle
• Warm jumper (the zoo can get cold at night!)
• School uniform to wear on Thursday
• Hat and sun cream

Please ensure all items are named.

No electronic games, phones or other handheld devices to be brought on the camp. Students are permitted to bring cameras if they would like to record their experience, however please do not send cameras that are part of another device (e.g. iPod Touch, DS, etc.)!!! Any unsuitable devices that are brought to camp will be looked after by teachers and returned when we get back to school. The same rule applies to any trading cards or toys. Any cameras that students bring need to be labelled clearly and will be the responsibility of the student.

Permission and Payment Form

Please complete and return the attached form with your payment of $125.00. All payments are due by Friday prior to the date of your child’s camp.

• Wednesday 7th November (Mrs Price)
• Wednesday 14th November (Mr Silvio)
• Wednesday 21st November (Miss Dunbar)

All Year 4 students have been allocated a camp. They will not necessarily be going on camp with their classroom teacher. This is because the Year 4 cohort this year is too large to fit into two camps, so we needed to spread them over three camps. We have asked the children to select a friend they would like to go on camp with and have ensured they have been placed with them. Camp numbers are set and it is not possible to swap children from one camp to another. Thanks in advance for your understanding.

If you have any questions regarding the camp, please contact Mr Silvio, Mrs Price or Miss Dunbar at school on, Tony.Silvio@education.wa.edu.au, Sally.Price2@education.wa.edu.au or Bethany.Dunbar@education.wa.edu.au

Kind regards,
Tony Silvio, Sally Price and Bethany Dunbar

Year 6

Year 6 ASC Transition Program

As part of Ashdale Secondary College’s commitment to successfully transitioning students to secondary schooling, Year 7, ASC has a series of transition events planned for Year 6 students.

Term 4

Wednesday 21st November 2018 (8.30am - early finish 2.30pm)
Thursday 22nd November 2018 (8.30am – 3.10pm)
Friday 23rd November 2018 (8.30am – 3.10pm)

Students will be required to meet in the College Foyer at 8.45am and will attend an assembly in the Galileo Theatre. Students will be required to bring their subject books, pencil case and note paper.

Important Information

• Transport to and from the College on these days is the responsibility of parents/guardians.
• Students need to arrive no later than 8.30am.
• Students can bring their own lunch and drink or purchase their lunch from the Café.
• Parents will need to collect their child at 3.10pm from the College. (Please note early finish on Wednesday, 2.30pm pickup)
• Students will be required to wear their current primary school uniform.

Sport

Interschool Cross Country

For selected students, notes will be sent home/email at the beginning of Term 4. The event will be held on Penistone Reserve in Greenwood on Wednesday 24th October.

Up and Coming Events

Term 4

Yr5/6 Handball Date TBA @ Woodvale PS
Yr 6 Cluster Carnival Week 8 Friday 30th Nov (all yr6's)

**date may change, please always check the school calendar

Thank you
Mayvis
Physical Education Teachers

School Services

Uniform Shop

The Madeley Primary School Uniform can be purchased from Wanneroo Uniforms

Address: Unit 1/16 Prindiville Drive, Wangara.
Telephone: (08) 9408 0297
Email: info@wanneroouniforms.com.au
Opening times: Mon – Fri 8am – 5pm, Sat 9am – 12noon

Madeley Primary School Uniform:

School Banking

What's School Banking?

The School Banking program provides a fun, interactive and engaging way for young Australians to learn about money and develop good saving habits.

Run nationally since 1931 through participating primary schools, School Banking encourages children to regularly deposit money into their Youthsaver account and earn silver Dollarmites tokens, which can then be redeemed for an exciting reward through our School Banking Rewards Program.

Get your child started

Madeley Primary School participates in School Banking, all you’ll need to do is open a Youthsaver account for your child or they can use their existing one. If they require a Dollarmites deposit wallet for their existing Youthsaver account, please call CommBank 13 2221 anytime or visit your nearest branch.

The Youthsaver account is a savings account that has no monthly account fees and offers a competitive bonus interest rate when you make at least one deposit and no withdrawals in a calendar month on balances up to $50,000.

This year the school banking will be held on
Wednesday morning in the Library from 8.30 – 8.50am.

Please enter the Library through the side entrance – playground side.

Trish Johnson and Robyn Walton have volunteered to be banking Co-ordinators this year. If you have any queries, please contact them or come and see them on Wednesday morning in the Library.

School Canteen

Online Canteen Link

Thanks to everyone for such a great response to this term’s special.

Please use the appropriate bags which are available from the canteen.

Bags can be purchased from the Canteen

If you have any queries regarding the menu or think you have a great suggestion that we could add to the menu, please come and have a chat, maybe while you flip a pikelet or two.

Toni and Jillian

School Nurse

Free Parenting Seminars

Positive Parenting Program, Term 4, 2018 held at Madeley Primary School

A well-researched and evidence-based parenting program is being offered to parents/carers at Madeley PS in Term 4 2018. Research has demonstrated the acceptability of the Triple P strategies across cultures. Parents/carers are invited to attend free parenting seminars to learn practical, positive and effective ways to:

• raise happy, confident kids
• encourage positive behaviour
• set rules and routines that everyone follows
• get on well with your kids and argue less
• balance work and family with less stress

Triple P- Seminar Series: (x3 2 hour Talks):

Tuesday 16th Oct 9-11am - Week 1: “The Power of Positive Parenting.” 9-10am
Tuesday 23rd Oct 9-11am - Week 2: “Raising Confident, Competent Children.”
Tuesday 30th Oct 9-11am - Week 3: “Raising Resilient Children.”

Presented By Caroline Turich and Stacey Moxon- Community Health Nurses.
(Attendance to all 3 days is preferred)

Cost: Free – however booking essential.
For more information, or to register to attend the free parenting seminars please email madeley.ps@education.wa.edu.au

Becoming a parent and caring for a baby can be a wonderful experience but, at times, it can be daunting and overwhelming. The Child and Adolescent Community Health Service provides parents with support, health education and guidance about key health and developmental issues. Free Triple P programs within the community, to find available programs please visit website

Meningococcal ACWY Vaccine

Meningococcal is a rare but life threatening disease. A meningococcal vaccine is available to protect against ACWY strains.

What MenACWY vaccination programs are available?

The MenACWY vaccine will help protect against meningococcal types A, C, W and Y.

Childhood program

The WA childhood program will offer free MenACWY vaccine to children aged 12 months to less than 5 years. Children who turn 12 months of age will be able to receive the free vaccine at their 12 month visit. Children aged 13 months to <5 years can contact their immunisation provider to schedule an appointment for their child to get the vaccine. Calling ahead for an appointment is important so the provider can make sure they have the vaccine available. This catch-up program will end on 31 December 2018.

P&C News

P&C Meeting Dates 2018

If anyone is interested in joining the P&C, or just want to hear what it’s all about, please feel free to come to one of our future meetings listed below. They are held in the staffroom.

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.

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;

The Fathering Project
Ngala
Anglicare WA

Before & After School Care

Camp Australia

Camp Australia provides a before and after school care program for students. This is located on the school site.

Times:

Before Care: 7am – 9am
After Care: 2.30pm – 6pm

For further information please contact the contacting the following:

Mobile Phone No: 0413 588 434
Camp Australia: 1300 105 343
Fax No: (03) 8610 2044

How Do I Register?

Registration is simple and hassle free! To register visit the link below.

Community News

Please see NOTICE BOARD for more local clubs located at the end of the newsletter.

Please click on Links to open Information

The Smith Family - ANZ Saver Plus

Saver Plus assists individuals and families on lower incomes to build assets and improve financial capability, and has supported thousands of lower income earners to develop a lasting savings habit.

Saver Plus offers:

• up to $500 in matched savings for education costs
• fun, free and informal financial education workshops
• assistance and support from a Saver Plus coordinator to establish a savings goal and develop a savings habit.

Participants make regular deposits towards a savings goal over a 10-month period and attend workshops to build their financial management skills. When participants reach their savings goal, ANZ matches the amount – up to $500 – towards education costs including uniforms, text books, laptops, sports equipment, music tuition, TAFE or apprenticeship costs, and much more.

Who is eligible?

You may be eligible to join Saver Plus if you:

• have a Centrelink Health Care Card or Pensioner Concession Card
• are at least 18 years old
• have some regular income from work (you or your partner) including casual, part-time, full-time or seasonal employment
• have a child at school or attend vocational education yourself.

List of Community Groups/Clubs

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