HIGHGATE PRIMARY SCHOOL PHONE 9328 4201 147 LINCOLN STREET

HIGHGATE PRIMARY SCHOOL
147 LINCOLN STREET
HIGHGATE WA 6003
PRINCIPAL: CRISTINA SANDRI
PHONE 9328 4201
FAX 9328 8570
WEB : www.highgateps.wa.edu.au
EMAIL: highgate.ps@det.wa.edu.au
31 October 2014
PP1 and Room 21 Assembly
Pre-primary 1 and Year 7 Room
21 joined forces to perform their
'Jungle' themed assembly on
Friday 24 October. These
classes have worked closely as
‘buddy classes’ throughout the
year. During the performance,
the audience was treated to a
Power-Point presentation with
photos and illustration of the work
these classes achieved.
Students performed an acoustic
rendition of the song, 'We Are
Going To Be Friends'. What a
lovely example of how Highgate students work together to create a powerful learning community.
Science Challenge
On 20 October, eight students from Years 6
and 7 went to Scitech for the inaugural
Science Challenge. William, Waiira, Anna
Poppy, Hannah, Manol, Hannah, Sam and
Thomas were required to compete in several
activities in which they had to problem solve
and work together to complete. Some of the
challenges involved folding paper more than
seven times, making a pill dissolve after
thirty seconds and a physics quiz. All the
Highgate participants had a wonderful time and
learnt many new things regarding the scientific
world. By William Year 7
Important Dates for Your Diary
The Prefects are holding a fundraiser on Tuesday 4 November to coincide with Melbourne Cup, students are invited
to dress in their favourite sport gear for a gold coin donation. All proceeds will go to Ronald McDonald House.
November 3
4
5
6
Sport Dress
Up Day
7
Assembly- Choir
and Singing Club
Concert at St
Andrews (PM)
10
11
Scitech Incursion
12
13
14
15
Beaufort Street
Festival
From the Principal
CLASS PLACEMENTS FOR 2015
We are now considering class groupings for 2015. As in previous years, you are invited to be part
of this process. It is our intention to always place the children in the best learning environment
possible.
In placing our students we carefully consider the following criteria :
♦ Specific needs of the child
♦ Professional recommendations e.g. school psychologist, paediatrician
♦ Ability to work with certain peers
♦ Ability to work independently
♦ Class placement in previous years
If you feel there are additional concerns or issues we need to consider when allocating your child
a class for 2015, would you please let me know in writing by Friday 28 November. As you can
appreciate, it is always very difficult to make changes to class placements once the new school
year begins.
As we begin the process of class allocations for next year, we would appreciate knowing if you are
intending on leaving Highgate PS. Please inform office staff of your intentions as soon as possible
so we have a clear indication of student number for 2015.
GUEST SPEAKER
It gives us great pleasure to host Maggie Dent, author, educator and parenting and resilience
specialist, at Highgate Primary School on Thursday 20 November at 6:30. Maggie is a passionate
advocate for the healthy, common-sense raising of children in order to strengthen families and
communities. She has a broad perspective and range of experience that shape her work, a slightly
irreverent sense of humour and a depth of knowledge based on modern research and ancient
wisdom that she shares passionately during her presentations. We hope to see as many family
and friends as possible for this popular evening event. Please see the information below for
further details.
Barbara Iffla
Maggie Dent-Guest Speaker Thursday 20 November
Real Kids in an Unreal World www.maggiedent.com
Building Resilience and Self Esteem in Today’s Children
Maggie’s seminar will explore how the 10 essential building blocks will build resilience and self
esteem for all children from birth to 12. These building blocks improve the cognitive,
psychological, emotional and social health of children for life. Her informative, insightful and
entertaining seminars inspire teachers and parents to make small changes for young
children- small things that become big things later in life.
Where: Highgate Primary School Senior Hall
When: Thursday 20 November 2014
Time: 6.30pm to 8.30pm
Cost: $10.00 per head
RSVP Date: Tuesday 18th November
Trish or Anne phone: Highgate PS 93284201
Booking Details: Please send $10.00 to classroom teacher and a ticket will be sent home
with your child. Tickets can also be purchased on the evening at the door.
ECU Artist in Residence Project
As part of an Artist in Residency Program through Edith Cowan University, I was able to work
once a week at Highgate Primary School with the year 4/5-extension art class during Term 3.
The project was about the students creating their very own still life mural by piecing together 40
individually painted squares. I taught students valuable techniques such as perspective, layering,
application and composition in the process of creating their very own paintings. The students had
to develop an idea and drawing of their object/s. From there they then transferred their drawings
onto their boards and painted onto their pre-painted backgrounds. I am thankful and appreciative
to have been given the opportunity to work along side my brilliant mentor teacher, Chani Crow, as
well as every student in the class. They were a pleasure to teach! I would also like to thank my
sponsor Local Appliance Rentals for funding the resources.
Lisa Pignatiello - Artist in Residence
Grandparents’ Morning Tea
The Grandparents’ Morning Tea was a wonderful
opportunity to share our school with extended
family and showcase some of our talented students.
Grandparents attended classes, examined work,
enjoyed morning tea and a concert performed by our
talented students. A sincere thank you to all the
grandparents for attending. We hope you enjoyed
the morning and sharing this time with your family.
Thank you to the many people involved with
supporting this popular event.
Merit Award Recipients-Celebrating Success at Highgate
Congratulations to the following students for their wonderful achievements.
Room
Name
Room
Name
Room
Name
Room
Name
PP1
Angela M
PP1
Leho B
PP1
Pearl H
PP2
Millar WK
PP2
Margaux A
PP2
Sharmikia T
PP3
Bengamin J
PP3
Roy S
1
Grace McE
1
Dylan J
2
Ella-Joyce W
2
Cian O’B
2
Leah O’B
2
Aryana F
3
Benjamin C
4
Nirvana W
4
Noah C
5
Lucas L
5
Raphael C
5
Stephanie McP
6
Lachlan L
7
Peter G
8
Adriano B
8
Jana R
9
Sahej H
9
Steven L
ART
Berlinda N
LOTE Henry B
11
Chloe F
11
Kyan H
12
Miki N
12
Helen T
13
Bianca G
13
Susan J
14
Cohan C
14
Vinu R
15
Netta S-K
15
Alistair S
18
Xiuyyuan Y
18
Giovanni D
19
Dao Ahn LH
19
Anya B
20
Kenny P
20
Maggie C
21
Violet W
21
Tom D
21
Isaac C
23
Nick L
23
Kai S-W
ART
Josh M
Music
The Highgate music students have some fantastic performances coming up.
• The Year 4 Choir and Singing Club will perform at the next assembly 7 November.
• Both School Rock Bands will perform at St Andrew’s Grammar. The concert will take place at the
school’s amphitheatre and a number of other talented young musicians will also be performing.
Please feel free to bring along friends and relatives, food and some confortable seating. There will
be a hotdog and drinks stall. It should be a relaxed atmosphere and the students will be supported
by professional sound and lighting on the night.
Date: Friday 7 November 2014
Time: 5:30pm- 8.30pm (performing students are asked to be there at 5:00pm)
Venue: St Andrew’s Grammar, 4 Hellenic Drive, Dianella 6059
• Both Rock Bands and both Singing Groups will perform at the Beaufort Street Festival. The
Highgate students will perform on the City of Vincent Family Stage. This is located on the corner of
Beaufort Street and Broome Street, Highgate.
Date: Saturday 15 November 2014
Time: 12:30pm- 1:30pm (Performing students should arrive at midday)
Venue: City of Vincent Family Stage
We look forward to these coming performances and hope to see you there!
Mr Luke Frears (Music Specialist) Miss Dana Ellert (Year 4 Choir teacher)
Dad's shed plate ceremonial fixing' Sunday 9 November
Calling all dads, granddads, uncles and MC's (male carers) associated with Highgate Primary.
The P&C would be delighted if you spare some time to attend the 'Dad's shed plate ceremonial fixing'
Sunday 9th November at 2pm at Highgate Primary School. Bring the kids, so they can show you their
school from their eyes, enjoy networking with other Highgate dads and join in a game of social cricket.
For more information call Bruce Dainton 0403770227 or email cadace2020@yahoo.com.au
P & C Update
BEAUFORT ST FESTIVAL SATURDAY 15 NOVEMBER
Car Parking Fundraiser - Positions Vacant!
Car parking attendants and general helpers are needed for one of our major fundraisers, the Forrest Park car
parking for Beaufort St festival. You will be provided with a fancy high vis vest and refreshments will be provided!
Please volunteer an hour or so of your time - call Anne-Maree on 0439 820 177.
UNIFORM SHOP
Second hand stock is getting low in the uniform shop. Alison would appreciate donations of uniform items that you
no longer need. The uniform shop is open Tuesday mornings 8.30-9am or you can drop items off at the front
office. Thanks!
MUSIC LESSONS
After school piano and guitar lessons are very popular at Highgate! There is now a waiting list for Term 1 2015. If
you are interested contact Creative Labs: creativelabs.com.au or call 0433 166 890.
KOOLBARDI CANTEEN
The canteen is busy as ever this term so volunteers are still needed - please contact Naomi on 0409 994930.
Friday chicken burgers have been a hit ! Naomi has started working in the kitchen garden with the help of room
21's nature group, come and check it out! We cooked up room 23's home grown broad beans and shared a
delicious meal. We are looking forward to growing more food in the garden in 2015.
MOVIE NIGHT
A Festive Film Night will take place from 5.00pm to 8.30pm, on Wednesday 10 December 2014 at school.
Bring a picnic or sausages and sushi will also be on sale. Tickets available on line and at school soon.
All welcome.
NEXT P&C MEETING
Tuesday 25 November at 7pm in the school library. Optional drinks afterwards at the Queens hotel. All welcome.
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