TERM 1 Week 6

13th March Interschool Swimming Carnival

19th Zero to Hero Dress Up Day

3rd April Anzac Commem-orative Service

8th Year 5/6 Whole School Assembly

9th March 2020

Fly High See Far

A Newsletter designed to inform our school community of

Lancelin Primary School

Jemma Temby - PRINCIPAL

53 Gingin Road Lancelin WA 6044

P: 08 9655 1077

Faction

Swimming

Carnival

2020

Dear Students, Parents and the Lancelin Community, Apologies that the newsletter is a little late this week, with the swimming carnival Friday we were not able to ensure all students would receive it on time, so its going out today through email, through our website and via paper format. Please inform the school if you would like to alter the delivery of the newsletter. Thank you. STAFF CHANGES Last week we welcomed back Ms Vikki White from her position at River Valley Primary School into the K/PP. The students have easily transitioned which has been made much easier over the past 5 weeks through the dedication of Miss Darcy Thompson. Darcy has now taken back her role of Early Intervention and Numeracy teacher in the Year1/2 and 3/4 rooms. FACTION SWIMMING CARNIVAL On Friday we all enjoyed such a fun day at the LPS Faction Swimming Carnival. Although we were down on numbers which was disappointing the students and families that made their way to Gingin were treated to a fantastic day. The competitive spirit was very evident as all students put in 100% effort, however what was most pleasing was the show of sportsmanship that was on display. Congratulations to all Champions and Runner up Champions, and to Endeavour who were the winners of the shield. Check out our Facebook page for all the photos of the day. We had our oldest students jumping in the pool to help younger students finish their race, as well as classmates doing the same. It certainly made us so proud as a staff to see this on display and for me, it was one of the highlights of the day. Thank you to all of our parents who supported us on the day, whether it be helping on the sidelines or supporting our children. It makes us feel very grateful to see everyone having a good time celebrating our students. A huge thank you to Ms Collins who worked tirelessly before the carnival and ensured the day went without a hitch. Looking forward to heading off to the Interschool Carnival in Gingin this Friday. Good luck to all competitors! STUDENT BEHAVIOUR It is disappointing that this is an element of our school that has needed to be discussed over the past few weeks as it has been noted that there has been an increase in antisocial behaviour at the school. It saddens us as a staff that we are having to deal with students who are making poor choices, without thinking of the consequences, which has included vandalism and bullying. I have included a copy of our Good Standing Policy with the newsletter to ensure that all stakeholders in the school understand and are aware of the policy and the positive and negative consequences that result of poor behaviours. While it is not a common occurrence at LPS which is very pleasing, as a staff we have very high expectations of our students behaviour. Our focus of the policy is ensuring that the students take ownership of their behaviour and accept and understand the consequences. If we could ask you to speak to your children in regards to the policy and ensure they understand all elements as we will be following this policy to the letter, as we have been, to create a positive, rewarding learning environment for our children. Thank you for your support in this matter. Should you wish to speak to me regarding our Good Standing Policy, please do not hesitate to make an appointment at the office. CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) In regards to the students at Lancelin Primary School we have been informed that at this stage the risk is low. Staff have been vigilant in hand hygiene and disease control. If there are any changes this will be communicated immediately to all parents. Thank You. SCHOOL STARTING TIMES Please be reminded that there is NO duty of care for the students before 8.30am. The office is not always attended before this time so therefore we cannot guarantee duty of care. We understand that there are times in which there are circumstances in which this can not be avoided, but if you are able to give advance notice that would be much appreciated, so arrangements can be made. Classrooms are open each morning from 8.30am and we are happy to welcome students at school from then as it gives them plenty of time to get themselves organised ready for the school day. Thanking you in advance. CRUNCH AND SIP Please be advised that as a Crunch and Sip School we dedicate time between recess and lunch for students to have fruit/veg and water. This not only gives the students sustenance but allows for a brain break, which has proven to improve concentration. I f you are able to ensure that your child can participate by providing a piece of fruit and /or veg and water (only) in their drink bott le that would be great, thank you! Each class participates in Crunch and Sip and if you have any questions please don ’t hesitate to contact your child’s teacher who would be happy to discuss this further. SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGY SERVICES James McIntrye is our Educational Psychologist and is available for our students every second Monday (even weeks) each term. Through the newsletter there are interesting articles from James in regards to a variety of topics from parenting to education and the importance of their connection. If you would like to have a discussion regarding your child and their education please do not hesitate to see us in the office to organise an appointment. Thank you! SCHOOL PERFORMANCE REVIEW VISITS In week three this term I accompanied Mr Rod Lowther ( who was our Public School Reviewer last year) to Koorda, Bencubbin and Nungarin Primary schools in order to be a peer reviewer in the performance process. It was such a worthwhile experience being able to see the process from the other side, and it allowed me to reflect on our process and how fortunate we are at Lancelin to have the motivated educators we have here. The other positive I took from the week was that the schools in the wheatbelt district also have fantastic educators who are dedicated to their students. It makes me feel very proud to be a part of a system that is so invested in the education of our children. Again, we are very lucky to be able to have the support we have from our community. If you have ever thought about helping out at school, please don’t hesitate, as we would like to encourage all members of the community be a part of our great School to help our students “Fly High …. See Far!” Warm Regards Jemma Temby Principal Lancelin Primary School

REMINDER: EARLY CLOSE EVERY WEDNESDAY AT 2.30PM

What an AWESOME day it was! I hope many of you made it down to the Fete and enjoyed all the

entertainment, the rides, the stalls, the food and everything else on offer on the day. Thanks to

everyone for their contributions to making the day such a massive success once again. The event

generated fundraising of $10,772.41. The P&C will meet later this term to decide where to

allocate these funds and all are welcome to come along to that meeting. Alternatively, if you have

any ideas, please feel free to share with us personally or message our facebook page at ‘P&C

Association for Lancelin Primary School’.

While the Fete is fresh in our minds, we would like people to consider nominating now to take on a

role as an annual fundraiser for our school. Please let us know if you could take on one of the

following roles for the 2021 Monster Fete:

Fete organiser

Stallholder co-ordinator

Advertising co-ordinator

Entertainment co-ordinator

Sponsorship co-ordinator

Canteen co-ordinator

Cake stall co-ordinator

Fruit & Veg co-ordinator

Volunteer co-ordinator

We are looking at having a Donut and Fairy Floss Stall at the CWA Fair on Saturday 11th April from

9am – 2 pm and also at the Ledge Point Polocrosse on Sunday 26th April from 10am -4pm. If you

are able to help out on one or both of these stalls for a shift, please return the below form to the

school office.

Karena Delaporte is running the Mother’s Day stall in Term 2. If you are able to help with the stall

on the day, please let her know.

Name________________________________________________________

Mobile_______________________________________________________

Email________________________________________________________

I would like to nominate for the following Monster Fete 2021 role _______________________

I can help with the CWA Easter Fair from o 8am-10am o 10am-12pm o 12pm-2pm

I can help with the Polocrosse from o 10am-12pm o 12pam-2pm o 2pm-4pm

Lastly thanks to Monttainai for the donation of sausages and all the Dad’s that helped run the sausage

sizzle at the swimming carnival. This fundraiser raised $143.

Tracey’s Horse Riding

St Patrick’s Day 2 Day Camp

Saturday 21st & Sunday 22nd March

Children may attend one or both days.

Wear something GREEN!!

April School Holidays

5 Day Camps

Week 1: Easter Monday 13th - Friday 17th April

Week 2: Monday 20th—Friday 24th April

Catering for beginners and riders, all food included.

Horses & Ponies to suit or byo.

Please call for bookings or inquiries

Tracey Coiussens 0417 182 200

LANCELIN LEDGE POINT PIRATES

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

2 POSITONS OF CANTEEN SUPERVISOR WHICH WILL BE SPILT INTO 3 ROLES

8 Saturday games from 25th April to 29th August 2020

PLEASE CONTACT BROCK SHIELDS ON 0409889565

Please support our community sporting club

Week 4

Student of the Week

Ayla Windus, Saphire

Harper, Jason

Thomas, Juniper

Wilson, Sienna

Smith, Andreyia

Samson, Ebby Oxley,

Harry Russell, Lewis

Cochrane &

Maggie Shaw.

Aussie of the Month

Emelia Skoglund & Jonah Temby Happy

Birthday

Fletcher!