Friday 31st July 2015

Newsletter Articles

From the Principal

Dear Parents, Carers and Community Members

Welcome back to the commencement of second semester. This will be a very busy term with cross country, athletics, numerous incursions/excursions and Science & Book Weeks all occurring along with our normal academic programs.

Play is the Way

As part of our Behaviour Education at Madeley Primary we have adopted the ‘Play is the Way’ Program. The objectives of the program are:

• To help the staff, students and parents of the school create a safe learning environment in which students are trained to be independent, self-regulating, self-motivated learners in persistent pursuit of their personal best and able to get along with each other.
• To help develop students of strong character and decency, with social and emotional competencies to live and learn well.
• To foster empathetic students, considerate of themselves, each other and the world in which they live with sound and good reasons for the things they say and do.

Office of the Children’s eSafety Commissioner

I am pleased to introduce you to the newly formed Office of the Children’s eSafety Commissioner and to explain the cyber bullying complaints scheme administered by the Office under the Enhancing Online Safety for Children Act 2015.

The Act allows children suffering from serious cyber bullying to contact the Office of the Children’s eSafety Commissioner to have content removed if social media companies do not remove the offending content after it has been reported to them. The complaints scheme commenced on 1st July 2015.

The office has also absorbed the Australian Communications and Media Authority’s Cybersmart program and associated educator materials, resources and information for children and their families. These resources can be found on the Office’s website www.esafety.gov.au.

What Parents Need to Know About Kids Sharing Online

At the end of last term it was brought to our attention that students had access to online accounts that allowed them to upload videos online. This practice is a risky one that often results in video being uploaded without permission and negative feedback not only from people we know but from strangers too.

Many social media accounts including Facebook, instagram and YouTube recommend users are at least 13 years old. Year 4 – 6 students have received a note giving parents some thoughts to consider before allowing children access to these types of activities. The note is also available from the newsletter site.

Earn and Learn

Once again Madeley Primary is participating in this program. There is a box for completed cards in the front office or alternatively place your completed cards in the box located at Kingsway Shopping Centre.

Last year we purchased ‘hands on’ science equipment. This year we plan to purchase resources to support the implementation of History and Geography. Your support is gratefully accepted.

Have a great weekend.
Danielle Stitfold
Principal

Important School Dates

School Calendar

• Did you know that you can sync the Madeley School calendar to your personal email programme and also your smart phone?
• You can easily check when school events are planned, ie. excursions, incursions and sporting events these details are added on a daily basis to the calendar.
• The calendar has reminders about notes/permission slips to be returned. Also for example do you know when the School Faction Carnival is; Year 6/7 Camp and the date of your child’s classroom Assembly? By clicking on these events you will see additional information about the event which was detailed in the Parent Note sent home. ie. what to wear, what to bring, start and finish times of the event etc.
• Term dates and holidays are all detailed on the School Calendar including Staff Development Days (Pupil Free).

To Sync the School Calendar

• Open the Newsletter email
• Click on the School Calendar link on the sidebar (if viewing on a computer) or on the menu on your mobile (this appears at the top of the first page on your mobile).
• At the top of the calendar there is a print button where you can also print off the monthly calendar and pop this on your fridge.
• Next to the print button there is a sync button, this will allow you to sync the Madeley Calendar to your email programme or mobile.
• Click on the sync button and follow the steps.

The iphone works particularly well, creating event reminders from the School Calendar to your phone. The calendar can then be easily viewed.

100 Days of School Party

On Monday the 27th of July, the Year 1 and 2 classes celebrated 100 days of school. We participated in many activities involving the number 100. We had such a great day celebrating that we are all 100 days smarter!

Year 5 Fremantle Prison History Excursion

On July 2nd DLA4 and DLA5 travelled to Fremantle for a History Excursion organised by DLA5's pre-service teacher Miss Heydon. This excursion brought to life and consolidated their learning about WA's convict history. First stop was the Fremantle Prison - some highlights were Lachie getting "flogged", visiting Moondyne Joe's cell, seeing the prisoner artwork and being exercised the same way the prisoners were. After this the students walked through Fremantle (with a stop at the Esplanade for lunch) and explored our final destination, the Roundhouse. Students found out just how small the cells were, and how deep the well is. Finally, Liam S lit the cannon that told the time when the convicts were working, and then it was time to go home. Everyone had a great day! Thank you to Miss Stitfold for joining us on the day.

Philippa Statkus

Kapture Photography Student Councillors and Student Captains Photographs

Following our recent school photography by Kapture, you can now view and order any sports and / or special photos taken on the day.

When visiting www.kapture.com.au , click on the link to “Order Your Sports & Event Photos Here” you will then need to enter our school code to access the gallery – Code: R49HXS

For any further information or assistance telephone Kapture Photography 08 9240 1714

Phys Ed

Sport Interschool Report

Last term I mentioned we competed against Landsdale and Ashdale in a number of sports. Below are photos of our winning teams. Congratulations to our girls soccer team, hockey team and our netball B & C teams. We now look forward to the interschool athletics carnivals in week 9.

Madeley Primary Cross Country Championships - Rescheduled

Earlier this week parents were notified that the school Faction Cross Country Championships were postponed from today and have been rescheduled for Monday 3rd August. A copy of the revised parent letter is attached; the schedule for the day remains the same.

Mr Moon
Phys Ed

Kindergarten Expressions of Interest for 2016

Kindy 2016

Parents will be notified of their success in gaining a position at Madeley Primary School for 2016 towards the end of August. At this time, parents will be given a session preference sheet to request Kindy days (A) or (B). Please note the sessions are changing from those in our current Kindergarten program.

(A) Mondays and Thursdays and alternative Wednesdays from 8.45 am – 3.00 pm
(B) Tuesdays and Fridays and alternative Wednesdays from 8.45 am – 3.00 pm

Student Absences

Student’s attendance is required to be documented and any absences noted with the relevant reason for absence.

Parents can advise either by:

1. telephoning the school (9302 3611) and speaking to one of the office staff,
2. leave a message on the answer machine if out of hours,
3. email to madeley.ps@education.wa.edu.au ,
4. a letter sent to school within 3 days of the absence,

(only required if the absence has not been provided by any of the first 3 methods).

Please note that the Madeley email address is the preferred point of contact regarding absences as emails to individual staff members may not be seen if staff are away from school.

If you are planning an extended absence a written request to the Principal prior to the absence is required.

What is Crunch and Sip?

Crunch & Sip is a break in class for students to refuel with fruit or vegetables and rehydrate with water. Please make sure your son or daughter has fruit or vegetable and a small bottle of water for Crunch & Sip every day

From the Health Nurse

Colds

Upper respiratory tract infections or colds are everywhere, especially in winter, so it is almost impossible to stop children from catching them. Here are some points which may help:

• Teach your child to cover his/her nose and mouth when coughing or sneezing, and to wash hands straight afterwards.
• Hands should be washed after blowing noses and before eating.
• Use tissues once and then throw them in the bin. (Avoid using handkerchiefs.)
• Keep your child home from school if he/she has a cold/cough/fever/pain.
• Make sure that your children eat a balanced diet of plenty of healthy foods.
• Keep children away from smoke – it irritates their eyes and nasal passages, making it more likely that they will catch a cold.

What to do if your child gets a cold

No treatment will cure a cold or make it go away more quickly, but you can help your child feel more comfortable:

• Rest: This need not be in bed.
• Provide extra drinks: If your child doesn’t want to drink much, try giving lots of small sips of water, milk or juice, or iceblocks to suck for older children.

Influenza

Influenza, or the ‘flu’ is caused by an influenza virus. It is spread through the air when someone coughs, sneezes or talks. It is also spread by touching something that has the virus on it and then touching your nose, eyes or mouth. Common symptoms include sore throat, cough, fever, headache, chills, tiredness and muscle aches.

People with the flu should rest and drink plenty of fluid. Use paracetamol in recommended doses if necessary - but do not give children any medication containing aspirin.

Be sure to keep your child home from school while he or she is sick.

The best way to prevent flu from spreading is by washing your hands regularly.

Flu vaccines are available prior to winter starting. For more information, contact your GP or local Immunisation Clinic.

Earn and Learn Campaign has started!

Woolworths Earn & Learn started again this year during the July school holidays. From Wednesday 15th July to Tuesday 8th September 2015, when you shop at Woolworths you can collect Woolworths Earn & Learn Stickers. Place them on a Woolworths Earn and Learn Sticker Sheet. There’ll be one Woolworths Earn & Learn Sticker for every $10 spent (excluding liquor, tobacco, and gift cards). Once completed, simply place the Sticker Sheet in the Collection Box, either here at the Madeley School Office or in the designated box located at Woolworths Kingsway.

Our school can then redeem the Woolworths Earn & Learn Stickers for valuable education resources

School Fun Run – Wednesday 1st July

Congratulations to the following students who won the Fun Run prizes for the most money raised in last terms School Fun Run.

A big thankyou to our Fun Run sponsors – Grand Cinemas Warwick and the Telstra Shop at Kingsway.

Winners PP/Year 1 – Lyla Snape
Year 2/3 – Tom Hewett
Year 4/5 – Tyler Dold

Book Week

Ashdale Secondary College Tour

YogaKids Starting at Madeley Wednesday 5th August

For the Molloy Boys – Molloy Cup: The Squeakquel

When: 7pm Saturday 5th September 2015
Where: Wanneroo Districts Hockey Association Clubrooms, Kingsway Reserve

Tickets are now on sale from http://www.trybooking.com/IHYB

This fully licensed event will include mouse races, raffles, auctions and a whole lot of fun.

BYO food and nibbles.

If you can help us out with donations of vouchers; goods and services for raffle prizes or silent auction items, please contact Tracey on 0417 921 854 or Wendy on 0412 823 297. A crowd-funding page has also been set up www.chuffed.org/project/for-the-molloy-boys if you can't join us on the night.

Hope to see you there :)

Corrigan Soccer started Term 3

Soccer at Madeley Primary School - Mondays after school has started.

Keyed Up Music

Keyed Up Music will be running keyboard and guitar lessons again in Term 3 after school. Group lessons starting from $15.45 plus GST per lesson. To enrol, go to www.keyedupmusic.com.au/enrolments.html

Therese Dabbs
Phone: 1300 366 243
Mobile: 0401 085 030

Pro Edge Tennis Academy Starts Term 3

Offering tennis programs to various ages and levels.

Price: $90 per term

What we provide: All equipment (coaches, mini nets, junior balls, racquets, cones and markers)

Contact: Mitchell Turner 0413 603 275 or Philipp Lamprecht 0416 389 270
Website: www.proedgetennis.com

Local Events

Please remember to check the ‘Local Events’ at the foot of the newsletter. Events currently include the Hog’s Breath Café Fundraiser, The Molloy Cup and the Better Health Program which is also detailed in the attached flyer. More events will be added as they arise.

School Information

P&C News

P&C Meeting

The next meeting will be held on Wednesday 5th August at 7.30pm. Everyone is welcome to attend. The minutes from our last meeting can be accessed here

Nepalese Appeal

Gobinda is a parent at the school and was born in Nepal. He has requested help for the people of Nepal after the devastating earthquake. The wet season will start soon and many have no shelter and landslides are a risk. They request no clothes, hoping for primarily cash donations but would also accept sleeping bags, tents and blankets new or used. They have already collected over $2500 from family and friends. Gobinda’s concern is that if we donate via the government the funds do not always get to where they are most needed. We would like to support and promote this appeal. There is a box for donated goods and a tin for cash donations located at the school office.

Entertainment Book Update

Thank you to all families for taking on board the distribution of the Entertainment Books into your home. Through this process we managed to raise nearly $2000 for the P&C to put towards school resources. To give you a comparison, last year we raised approximately $1100. So a huge thank you again to all who supported this, and we wish you some wonderful times using your vouchers.

Cookbook

The school cookbook, “Madeley on a Plate”, is still for sale via the front office or P&C. The price has been reduced to just $10 and would make an ideal gift for friends and family.

Cookbooks were sent home to the lower primary school families earlier last term in an effort to ensure all new families had the opportunity to see (and purchase) the Madeley cookbook. Unfortunately, a number of these books have not been returned or paid for. If you still have a cookbook at home, please either send payment to the front office or return it to the school if you are not wishing to purchase it.

Do you own a business or work somewhere with good traffic flow? If so we’d love you to take a few of our cookbooks to put on your counter to sell for us. We have sold over half but with 350 cookbooks to go we would love to sell them at our new reduced rate and use the profits to purchase resources for our children. Please contact Mariesa O'Donnell at mariesa76@iinet.net.au if you're interested.

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.

Camp Australia Before and After School Care

Camp Australia welcomes all students, staff and parents back for a fun filled Term 3. We have a new co-ordinator here at Madeley, Simone Guy. Please check out our recent newsletter regarding activities during our holiday program. I have also attached a flyer with further details and booking information.

Subiaco v South Fremantle & Family Fun Day Free tickets - This Weekend!

On Saturday 1st August, the Subiaco Football Club are holding the Lions Family Fun Day during their Round 19 clash against South Fremantle at Medibank Stadium.

FREE Family WAFL Tickets were sent home with students earlier this week. Tickets will admit both adults and children at no cost to this match.

There will be a Kids Zone set up from 1:30pm at the southern end of Medibank Stadium with a bouncy castle, inflatables, footy activities and giveaways.

There will also be a range of prizes on the day for the most engaged local footy clubs and teams, as well as a colouring in competition. To enter the competition, students from across the District are encouraged to colour in the attached picture of “LEO THE LION” with your name and contact details, then hand it in at the gate upon entry to the game or over at the Kids Fun Zone. The following prizes are up for grabs:

Prizes

1st Prize: Double pass to an AFL game (rd. 21-23)
2nd Prize: Signed 2015 Subiaco Jumper
3rd Prize: Lions Prize Pack