Newsletter 8 – 19th May

Hillarys Primary School
NEWSLETTER NO: 8
th
19
May 2015
75 Lymburner Drive | Hillarys | 6025 | Ph: 9307 6365 | Fax: 9307 8511 | Canteen: 9307 8466
www.hillarysps.wa.edu.au | email: hillarys.ps@education.wa.edu.au
Mother’s Day
I know it was a while back but it was great to see so many mums at school in the lead up to
Mother’s Day and I do hope that the day itself was sensational. Different classes and Year levels
had different activities and it was wonderful to see the engaged children and mums being
pampered in the pre-primary. Apparently the hand massages were a treat!
The Fathering Project
COULD THE MUMS PLEASE PASS THIS
MESSAGE ON? Calling all Dads!! The inaugural
meeting of the Dads of Hillarys (The
DoH’s….or a better name to be decided if you
will) will be held on Wednesday 27th May.
(Suitable refreshments will be available). This is a very informal meeting and you will not be
lectured at or to. Being part of this group will have positive flow on effects to YOU, your
CHILDREN, your WIFE/PARTNER and the school. To be part of this group there will be a one-off
cost of $10 (payable on the night) which will cover some information from the Fathering Project
Team from UWA. Depending on numbers, the venue will be the school library with a 7:00pm start
and is expected to finish around 8:30pm. To assist in planning on the night could you please
respond with a simple “Yes” to the following email address by Thursday 21st May?
–
hillarysdads@gmail.com And…..the first Father/Child event has been organised! Be at this meeting
to find out more. For more detailed information please visit www.thefatheringproject.org/.
KidsMatter
As you would be aware, we are very heavily involved in KidsMatter (Pastoral Care) within our school.
Leading this initiative has been Mrs Fran Fallows. Mrs Fallows was recently nominated for her
efforts in this field and from more than 750 nominations Australia wide Mrs Fallows came in
second. Simply magnificent. This is a credit to her and the work she undertakes for the school.
Congratulations Mrs Fallows! We’re all very proud of you.
Write 4 Fun
Earlier this year we had 10 children compete in this writing competition. We recently received a
Certificate of Excellence indicating that we were in the top 10% of schools in Australia. With over
12,400 entries received this is indeed an achievement! The overall winner will be announced midway through next week. Well done to those that entered!
Kindergarten 2016
We are now inviting enrolments into Kindergarten and Preprimary for 2016. Applications for Kindergarten children having
a closing date of Friday 24th July. Application forms are available
from the front office or on the school’s website
http://hillarysps.wa.edu.au/
Board Meeting
A reminder that our next Board meeting is scheduled for tomorrow night commencing at 7:00pm.
Cybersafety
Just a reminder to parents that all need to be vigilant when it comes to children accessing
information on the net. It has come to my attention that there may be children encouraging their
peers to view or write inappropriate material whilst on home computers. Please see the note on
“Being Safe While On-Line” further into this Newsletter.
It Caught My Eye!
The importance of attendance at school, including those children at high school.
https://www.education.gov.au/it-important-be-school-every-day-0
Ron Chesny, Principal
School Dentist
The dentist will be screening Pre Primary students who have returned the dental form on Friday
12th June at approx. 9.15am.
Chicken Pox
For your information, we have had two confirmed cases of chicken pox in the senior years. Please
be mindful when you are assessing your child’s health.
EDU – DANCE PERFORMANCE
Wednesday 10th June
2.00pm – 2.55pm
Years 3 – 6 have been enthusiastically participating in the Edu – Dance program this term. To
conclude the lessons there will be a performance by all participating classes in the Undercover
area commencing at 2.00pm.
All parents are invited to join us in this celebration of the achievements of our talented students.
P.E. News
Fitness Club reminder
Students attending any of the Fitness Club sessions are asked to remember to wear a sunhat
suitable for running in (eg a baseball cap) and a water bottle.
Help required
We have a number of netball bibs that are looking a little worse for many years of wearing. They
are still usable however the Velcro/ side tabs are in need of some “fixing”. If you are able to do
some simple sewing and could help, please let Mrs Armstrong know.
Faction Cross Country for your calendar
Wednesday 17th June is the scheduled date for our Faction Cross Country
event for all year levels from year1-6, weather permitting. Further
details including approximate timing will be provided closer to the date.
Unfortunately we will not be able to give any definite times as this will be
directly dependent on the weather we are dealt on the day. All going well
we should be finished by lunchtime.
Perth Kids Marathon
With our Cross Country competition this term we are very busy building our fitness in PE lessons,
class fitness times and at Fitness Club sessions. Another event that may provide an added
incentive is the Perth Kids Marathon – Sunday June 14. This is a wonderful and affordable
community event for those children who enjoy running or would like a tangible goal to aim for.
It involves recording 40km of running over the next few weeks and then running the last 2km of
their marathon on the event date - Sunday June 14.
All registered children will receive a finishers' medal, an event t-shirt and breakfast on the day.
Registration is $10 and you can register online
https://www.registernow.com.au/secure/Register.aspx?E=16196
National Walk Safely to School Day- Friday 22 May
Walk Safely to School Day is an annual event which asks that we all
consider our transport habits and try to incorporate more walking as
part of a healthy, active way to get around. Although walking all the way
to school isn’t realistic for many of us, with a little effort you may be
able to figure out how you can build a walk into your family’s daily
routine.
Regular exercise like walking with your child not only helps them (and
you!) beat chronic problems like obesity, heart disease, behavioural and
mental health issues and diabetes. It also gives you a great opportunity
to teach your child safe ways to behave around roads and traffic.
The organisation for this year’s event will be as follows: Any student who walks or rides to school
will be given a sticker in their classroom when they arrive. They will also be asked to write their
name on a raffle ticket which will go into the draw for some small prizes on the day. If you, or
someone you know, owns a business that would be willing to donate some appropriate prizes (eg
water bottles, baseball caps, sporting equipment etc ) that would also be very much appreciated.
Please see Mrs Armstrong if you have any questions or offers.
Remember, Active Kids are Healthy Kids so get planning your own Walk Safely to School Day
journey for Friday 22 May 2015!
Mrs Armstrong P.E. Teacher
LAPATHON COMING SOON
Friday 5th June 2015
This year’s Lapathon is being held at school, on the afternoon of 5th June, and will
involve all students from Pre-Primary to Year 6.
As one of the P&C’s major Fundraisers for the year, we sincerely hope that you can
support us by collecting sponsorship from family, friends and parents colleagues.
There’s 1x$200, 1x$100, 1x$50 & 10x$25 Westfield Gift Vouchers for participating students
to win, courtesy of REALMARK-WHITFORDS & P&C Association.
Being Safe while On-line
With the growth in mobile computers (iPads, tablets, laptops) parents
can sometimes be unaware of what their children are looking at online.
(See ‘secure your mobile devices’).
Children can be particularly vulnerable online. They may be exposed to
inappropriate online content which involves concepts they are not
developmentally ready to manage, become victims of cyber-bullying or
targets of online grooming.
Children often do not tell their parents about online incidents, in fear
that it will make the situation worse. This may be damaging to a young person’s health and
wellbeing, particularly if they have already experienced mental illness or trauma.
If you know or suspect that your child has been a victim of cyber-bullying or any other type of
cybercrime, it is important that he or she feels comfortable to speak about the incident with you,
a teacher or another trusted adult.
Your child may also benefit from contacting Kids Helpline on 1800 55 1800. Kids Helpline is a free,
private and confidential, telephone and online counselling service specifically for young people aged
between 5 and 25. It is available 24 hours a day to help with all sorts of problems, big and small.
You and your child may also find it useful to access the Cybersmart Online Helpline Service or
consider the following resources:
• Online safety advice for kids and teens
• Socialising online
• Dealing with cyber-bullying
• Cybersafety help – Information and Cybersafety help button.
• Secure your mobile devices
Australian Early Development Census (AEDC) – a snapshot of children in our community
A nation-wide program called the Australian Early Development Census (AEDC) will take place again
in May, June and July 2015. The AEDC looks at how young children are developing in the years
before they begin school.
In 2009 and 2012, the AEDC was completed nationally collecting information on over 500,000
children in their first year of full-time school. The AEDC takes place every three years.
In Western Australia information will be collected on pre-primary children. Pre-primary
teachers will complete the AEDC Instrument (like a questionnaire) for each child in their class and
enter information into a secure web-based data entry system that protects the privacy of all
children. Information entered is based on the teacher’s knowledge and observations of their
students and children are not required to be present while data is entered.
The AEDC results are reported back to the community based on the suburb or locality where
children live, so individual children cannot be identified. The results help communities understand
how their children are developing and where improvements can be made to give children the best
start in life.
Parents of pre-primary students at Hillarys PS have received a more detailed letter about our
schools involvement.
You can find out more at www.aedc.gov.au
KIDS MATTER
SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL LEARNING AT HOME:
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Listen with empathy so children feel understood
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Help children see feelings are normal and talking about feelings helps you understand and
manage your feelings.
•
Help children identify and develop their strengths by encouraging them to have a go at
things.
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Provide opportunities to play with other children.
•
Lead by example, modelling positive ways of coping with strong feelings like anger. Children
learn by imitating the behaviour of those around them.
•
Give children choices, encouraging them to develop responsibility. Involve children in family
decision making.
•
Encourage creative problem solving by asking questions that help children think of
alternative solutions.
•
Teach children to use assertive communication by showing them how to confidently and
respectfully communicate their thoughts, feelings and needs to others.
The One Hundredth Centenary of ANZAC Day.
by Hamish and Kayla
On Friday, the 24th April, the one hundredth year centenary of the ANZAC landing at Gallipoli was commemorated at Hillarys
Primary. Because of this special occasion, it was decided to make this service one that would not be forgotten. The Year Six
students with their teachers worked together for many weeks to ensure this was a special event.
Some of the Year Six students arrived early to help set up for the ceremony. Others helped with the pinup boards which had
some thoughts relating to the sacrifice made by the ANZACS. Soon people started arriving including our special guests, Mr
Chesny, Principal, Mr Rob Johnson MLA, Mr Benporath, a returned serviceman, Mrs Hannent, chair of the Hillarys School
board, and Ms Abbott, P&C President. As well, all the children of Hillarys Primary and many parents arrived ready for the
ceremony to start. Each person was wearing a red poppy made by the students.
Starting the ceremony off was Head Girl, Kayla, who welcomed everyone to the event. The Australian flag was then raised to
half-mast as a sign of respect to all those who were lost at war. Some year six students spoke of the reason we were
commemorating ANZAC Day and after this Mr Benporath gave a very moving address to the audience.
Some students explained to the audience the significance of Flander’s Fields before all the Year Sixes recited the poem, ‘In
Flanders Fields.’ The senior choir performed the song, ‘We will remember them’ bringing many a tear to the audience. This
was followed by the Last Post beautifully played by Mrs Natasha Couzens and one minute’s silence which was broken by
Reveille.
After that, wreaths were laid by Mr Johnson MLA, Mr Benporath, Mrs Hannent, Ms Abbott and the school captains, Hamish
and Kayla, in remembrance of those who died.
Then the ode was recited by Poppy. The Year Six students knew there was to be a special surprise which was the release of
doves. Kirsten, winner of the Program Competition and Hamish, Head Boy, were the lucky students chosen to do this special
task. While the doves were circling, a group of talented singers sang ‘What a Wonderful World’ followed by the whole school
singing ‘Imagine.’
Everyone then stood and recited the National Anthem, Advance Australia Fair. Dylan concluded the ceremony with an invite
to guests and parents to share a cuppa and an Anzac made by the Year Six students.
P&C Fundraising News:
2015 Family Movie Night - $12 per ticket
Saturday 4 July 2015 at 3.45pm
screening at 4.15pm
Grand Cinemas Whitford City Shopping Centre
Purchase through www.flexischools.com.au
Simply Login to your account or select Register Now
to create account. Click on Order Movie Ticket then add Qty
Mother’s Day in Kindy
Children from both groups at Kindy performed a concert for
their mums and presented them with hand made gifts. The mums
then enjoyed some fresh scones made by the children.
WE’VE MOVED LOCATION.....
SCHOOL BANKING IS NOW IN THE
ART ROOM
OPPOSITE THE LIBRARY
COME AND SEE US BETWEEM 8:15AM— 8:45 AM
EVERY FRIDAY MORNING
LOOK FOR PAT THE DOG - HE WILL BE WAITING OUTSIDE FOR YOU!!
FROM YOUR SCHOOL BANKING TEAM
Willetton Senior High School
A Leading School Celebrating Achievement
Specialist Basketball Program 2016
Willetton SHS is offering current Year 6 to Year 11 students with proven basketball talent the opportunity to develop their
potential through expert coaching and intensive tuition. Selection will be based on students having academic record, good
personal character references, athletic talent and a commitment to basketball. The Prospectus and application forms can be
found on our website: www.willettonshs.wa.edu.au
The closing date for application is Wednesday, 24 June 2015.
The program is available to any eligible student throughout Western Australia.
.Willetton Senior High School
Fax: 9333 4907
Pinetree Gully Road, Willetton WA 6155
Ph: 9334 7200
Email : willetton.shs@education.wa.edu.au
Research Study – Kate Derry
My name is Kate and I am a PhD student at the
University of Western Australia. I am currently in the
process of completing a research study on the
development of the personality trait, narcissism, in
children, and the influence of parenting on child
narcissism. I would like to invite your school to
participate in this research.
To participate, parents can access the online survey if
they are interested. Parents and children complete the
survey from home, over the internet.
HPS P&C - FUNDRAISING NEWS:
Order your copy of the 2015/16 Entertainment Book through the P&C
this year to support our fundraising initiatives at the school. For every book sold
we receive a $13 commission. Books available from 11 May.
Just click on the link below to purchase online.
https://www.entertainmentbook.com.au/orderbooks/84703v
Duncraig SHS Triathlon
Duncraig SHS Triathlon Trials for Year 7 2016 will be held Friday June 5 at 8am at The Craigie
Leisure Centre.
Applicants can download an application form from our website www.duncraigshs.wa.edu.au .
Details regarding times required are listed on the website.
CANTEEN ROSTER TERM Term 2
PHONE NUMBER 9307 8466
Monday 18 May
Rebecca McClean
Tuesday 19 May
Natalie Wilson
Wednesday 20 May
Maryanne Wakefield
Thursday 21 May
Tracey Carter
Friday 22 May
Tina Robinson
Monday 25 May
Jill Jones
Tuesday 26 May
Elise Morris
Wednesday 27 May
Amanda Dwyer
Thursday 28 May
Tracey Carter
Friday 29 May
NO SCHOOL PD DAY
Monday 1 June
PUBLIC HOLDIAY
Tuesday 2 June
Kimberly Bliss
Wednesday 3 June
Marnie Leon
Thursday 4 June
Tracey Carter
Friday 5 June
Lisa Brown
*** Help is desperately needed throughout the term. Please volunteer if you can. Thanks.
Lunchtime paddle pops, vanilla buckets and slushies are now $2.00. We have a new ice cream “Olaf” which is $2.50.
Guided Tours of Duncraig Senior High School
An Independent Public School
See your local high school in operation during the school day.
Prospective parents and students are invited to participate in guided tours of the working school
throughout 2015.
Enjoy a brief discussion with the Principal and Associate Principals in the Administration and then see
the school in action as you are taken on a guided tour of the school.
Parents of children in Primary School have found these tours very beneficial in previous years. Year 6
students attend the school in December for an Orientation Day.
Tours will be commence at 9.30am and conclude at 10.30am on the following days:
TERM 3:
Tuesday 18th August
TERM 4:
Tuesday 3rd November
Parents should meet at The Administration Office via the Sullivan Road entrance to the school.
Please contact Wendy Hartmann, School Liaison Officer on 6241 5016 or
wendy.hartmann@education.wa.edu.au for further information.
email
Behaviour Tonics are running the following
courses at their rooms in Wembley.
1-2-3 Magic and Emotion Coaching Parent Course. All 7 to 9.30pm.
Thurs 21st May (2 to 12yrs)
Mon 25th, Wed 27th May & Wed 3rd June (2 to 5yrs)
The following are available as ‘In House’ courses.
Parenting Information Session (Including 10 take home tips)
This 2 hr. seminar is designed to improve your knowledge and confidence as a parent.
Bullying – Don’t Just Stand There
Protective Behaviours.
Private Consultations Available.
To enquire/register call 9382 1182 or go to www.behaviourtonics.com.au
Week Eleven
Week Ten
Week Nine
Week Eight
Week Seven
Week Six
Week Five
TERM PLANNER – TERM 2 2015
18 May
Triple P
19 May
20 May
21 May
Gym PP - 2
Duncraig SHS guided tour
School Gym PP – 2
22 May
ASSEMBLY A6
Duncraig SBAE testing
Yr 6
Walk to School Day
Edu Dance Yrs 3 – 6
HPS Board meeting 7pm
25 May
Triple P
26 May
27 May
28 May
School Gym PP – 2
Edu Dance Yrs 3 - 6
Gym PP - 2
Moderation 2
(1-3pm)
Yr 4 PEAC testing
1 June
WA Day
HOLIDAY
2 June
3 June
4 June
School Gym PP - 2
School Gym PP - 2
29 May
PD DAY (No
students)
5 June
ASSEMBLY B4
Edu Dance Yrs 3 - 6
LAP-A-THON 1.30
8 June
Triple P
9 June
10 June
11 June
School Gym PP - 2
Edu Dance Yrs 3 – 6
School Gym PP – 2
15 June
Triple P
16 June
17 June
HPS Cross Country
18 June
School Gym PP - 2
ASSEMBLY B6
School Gym PP - 2
12 June
19 June
Minister Visit – 9am
K -3 Incursion
“Diggin History”
22 June
Triple P
23 June
29 June
Triple P
30 June
Reports collected
24 June
25 June
26 June
Interschool
Carnival
(Kingsway)
1 July
Reports sent home
2 July
Lightning
3 July
ASSEMBLYB2
AEDC finishes (PP)
Community News:
Duncraig Playgroup
Playgroup and Playfun 3’s Programmes at Duncraig
Community Centre. Tel: 9246 2775
www.duncraigplaygroup.websyte.com.au
Early Years PreSchool for 3 to 4 yr olds
Now open at Sorrento Community Hall
Tel: Jodie 0407 088 29
info@earlyyearspreschool.com.au
Poynter Farmers’ Market
Fortnightly Saturdays 9am – 12 noon
www.poynterfarmersmarket.com.au
Get Active Sports – Aussie Rules for Juniors
At Padbury Primary School Hall, starts 3 May
Tel: 1300 772 106 rego@getactivesports.com.au