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SCADDAN PRIMARY SCHOOL
Newsletter 10 2017
PO Box 7 Phone: (08) 9075 6055
SCADDAN WA 6447 Fax: (08) 9075 6028
Email: [email protected] Website: www.scaddanps.wa.edu.au
From the Principal:
Staffing Changes Mrs Cleary has finished her time at Scaddan Primary School and is now on Maternity Leave. We wish her and Shaun the best of luck with the arrival of Baby Cleary. I would like to thank Mrs Cleary for her contributions to the school over the past 18 months. I am pleased to announce that Mrs Dale Rooney will take on the role of Senior Room Teacher for Semester 2. Mrs Rooney has taught at Scaddan Primary School before and understands the unique environment of a multi-age classroom and comes with strong skills in Literacy, Science and ICT. Since departing Scaddan, she has had roles at both Esperance Primary School and Esperance Senior High School. Welcome to the team, Mrs Rooney! Reports Today your child’s Semester One Report will be sent home. This report gives you the opportunity to see your child’s achievements in relation to standards set out in the Western Australian Curriculum. Please take the time to read the report with your child and celebrate their achievements. This semester, we are trialling the Department of Education’s new, non-compulsory, Kindergarten Report. It relates directly to the Early Years Learning Framework, which along with the Kindergarten Guidelines, assists teachers to provide fantastic learning experiences to our early years students. As this is a new process, we would appreciate any feedback from our Kindergarten parents! If you require any further information in relation to your child’s progress teachers are available for interview upon request. Year 4-6 Camp What an amazing week our Year 4-6 students had at Ern Halliday Recreation Camp with the students from Cascade and Salmon Gums. While the start of camp did not exactly go to plan, the rest of the week was fun-filled with our students challenging themselves in activities and experiences they have never had before. Some of the activities included; flying fox, rock climbing, big swing, caving, bike riding and even a visit to South Padbury Primary School. I would like to thank our students for demonstrating our core values while at camp and showing great resilience. A week away from home and family can be frightening, but our students took it all in their stride. Read what the students had to say about their experience and check out the photo page!
Nature Playground Committee Meeting Our first Nature Play Committee Meeting is on Thursday 20 July at 3:10pm. The purpose of this meeting is to formally review the proposed plan, establish timelines for the project, identify possible suppliers of service and elect a representative that will lead this initiative with the school. I look forward to seeing everyone there!
Important Dates
TERM 2
TUESDAY 27 JUNE Reports home to parents
FRIDAY 30 JUNE Last day Term 2
TERM 3
MONDAY 17 JULY Staff Development
Day—NO STUDENTS
TUESDAY 18 JULY First Day Students
THURSDAY 20 JULY PJs Day (Gold Coin
Donation)
Nature Play Area Meeting—3.10pm
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Nationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with Disability- NCCD
All schools in Western Australia are part of a national project about students with disability and/or learning difficulties.
We have been asked to provide data about the number and learning needs of children at our school. The name of the school and the name of the students will not be reported. Information about the different types of needs and the programs and resources the school uses to overcome barriers and support children with special educational needs will be collected.
We believe it is important to contribute to this because it will help Governments and the Department develop better policies that acknowledge the level of resources needed in schools to meet the needs of all students in Western Australia.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the school or the Western Australian Department of Education NCCD Helpline on 0477 741 598.
Mulch
We have a large pile of mulch that we are selling for $40 (inc GST) per 6 x 4 trailer load. Purchasers must load and remove the mulch. This is a first in, first served offer and mulch can only be purchased and removed during office hours throughout the school term.
School Development Day- Monday 17 July
Monday 17 July is a designated School Development Day. Students do not attend school this day. The first day of Term 3 for students is Tuesday 18 July.
Have a restful and enjoyable holiday!
Kind regards,
Reece Smith l Principal 27 June 2017
Mrs Guest entered a piece of artwork from all of our students into a competition with Therapy Focus for the
chance of it being included into a storybook called “ Ben Tried to Fly”.
From 4341 entries from schools across Western Australia, Bevan’s artwork was selected as one of the 100
finalists. The Therapy Focus Board of Directors will be selecting the 20 winning artwork pieces to be published in
the storybook, with the winners announced in the first week of Term 3.
To view the 100 finalists’ artwork and more information you can go to the Therapy Focus Facebook page.
VALUES STAR
Mitch
For assisting students to solve problems in the
playground in a respectful manner!
WHO HAS RECEIVED A VALUES TOKEN THIS FORTNIGHT?
Voluntary Contributions
and Charges
We are now collecting Voluntary Contributions and
Charges. Endorsed by the School Council and
provided to all parents at the end of last year, these
payments greatly assist in the provision and
planning of a range of activities for your children.
Please make cheques payable to Scaddan Primary
School or directly deposit into the school account
(details provided on the 2017 Voluntary
Contributions and Charges sheet). If you need any
more information do not hesitate to contact Mrs
Berry or Mrs Ietto in the office.
My favourite memory on camp was
Caving!! I liked caving because the
caves were man made.
The caves were not hard because there
were two ways to go so I went in the
easy one so I didn't hurt my wrist.
Dustin
My favourite memory on camp was
rock climbing. I went all the way to
the top in about 1 minute and 30
seconds 4 times. The teachers were
our safety nets if we slipped.
Stella
My most favourite memory was
Orienteering. I was in a group
of four. My team was Austin,
Thomas. M, Liam and I.
Mitch
The best thing about camp was the bike
pump track. I liked the bike pump
because you can go really fast and you
don’t really have to peddle that much.
Thomas
The best thing about camp was
Orienteering. I was in a group of
four. My group was Austin
(Cascade), Mitch (Scaddan), Thomas
(Salmon Gums) and I.
Liam
The best thing on camp was
definitely the big swing
because I was the first person
to go on it in my group and I
went all the way to the top.
Ollie
My favourite memory from camp was
the big swing. It was so awesome!
You had the adrenalin happening and
the feeling of dropping and then being
pulled up.
Bevan
My favourite memory from camp was
the Flying Fox. I enjoyed it because
there were two of them but one of them
was faster than the other.
Lucy
Nature Play Area—Scaddan Primary School
Woolworths Earn & Learn 2017
Dear Parents,
This year we will be participating in the Woolworths Earn & Learn program. Through this
program we will be able to get new educational resources for our school/early learning
centre – and all we need you to do is shop for your groceries at Woolworths.
From Wednesday 26th July to Tuesday 19th September, we are collecting Woolworths
Earn & Learn Stickers. You will get one Woolworths Earn & Learn Sticker for every $10
spent (excluding liquor, tobacco and gift cards). Place the Woolworths Earn & Learn
Sticker onto a Woolworths Earn & Learn Sticker Sheet and when it’s complete, the Sticker
Sheet can be dropped into the Collection Box here at the school or at your local Wool-
worths.
At the end of the promotion, we’ll be able to get some great new equipment. The range
is extensive and offers lots of items ideal for our students – including resources for Maths,
English, Science and some fantastic fun supplies for Arts & Craft, Sport and for our library.
If you’d like to know more visit woolworths.com.au/earnandlearn
Interested in finding work?
Can you see yourself as a Gardener, Handyperson or Cleaner?
Starting in July 2017, North Metropolitan TAFE (RTO code: 52786) are running a 1 semester
course on the skills required to be a successful gardener/handyperson or cleaner. The course is
a preparation for entry into gardening, handy work or cleaning work.
In addition, we will support you in applying for work as a gardener or cleaner.
We have feedback that there is high demand for people to fill these roles and the chances of
gaining employment are strong. This course is suitable for existing gardeners/cleaners that want
to up skill, people looking to change career or people looking for work.
Gardening and cleaning course will include:
Time management Safe work practices Plant knowledge Gardening procedures e.g. planting, fertilising, watering Use of gardening equipment e.g. ride on mowers, wiper snippers Athletics specific equipment e.g. line marking machines Basic reticulation repair Use of hand tools Chemical use Use of cleaning equipment e.g. rotary polishers Record keeping Much more!
Entry requirements:
Strong work ethic Good oral and written communication Must be able to read procedures, safety sheets and chemical bottles Successful completion of an entry interview Working With Children Check and a Police Clearance
Course details: 3 days per week - Starts Wednesday 19th July finishes Friday 24 November (17 weeks) Days - Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 9:15 until 2:45 Cost - $169.74 (course fee for 17 weeks) based in Leederville and on site
If you would be interested in this course then please email:
Chris Hodson [email protected]
Disclaimer: North Metropolitan TAFE does not guarantee work after completing this course. This course supports you to find
work. The course is run by North Metropolitan TAFE (RTO code: 52786) and is not endorsed by any authority or government
department.
Regular Activities
Esperance Scrabble Club: Meetings every Saturday, 1pm - 4pm. Esperance Senior Citizens Centre, Forrest Street. Sing Australia: A fun 2 hours of singing from 7.30pm, in a relaxed environment with group accompanist and conductor $6 per night. Non members welcome to join in and have a go, no experience necessary. Every Wednesday at Esperance Aged Care, Activity Room, 4 Randall Street. Contact details: www.singaustalia.com Esperance Pottery Club meet every Thursday and Saturday at the Cannery Arts Pottery Room. Contact 9071 3599 or [email protected] for information about meeting times and days. Esperance Bay of Isles Embroidery Club meet on the 1st & 3rd Thursday of the Month, 9am-12noon at the Cannery Arts Music Room. Contact 9071 3599 or [email protected] for information about meeting times and days. Other local arts groups include Esperance Spinners Club, Esperance Hobby Painters, After Dark Quilters, Port Patchers, Esperance Bay Boot Scooters, Fiona Ryan Dance Academy and Dance Devotion. For more information, contact Esperance Community Arts (9072 1158 or [email protected]).
June 2017 Highlights.
Secrets at Sunrise, Esperance Screening, June 7th, 6.30pm @ Fenwick 3 Cinemas
Act-Belong-Commit Swing Dance Ball, Jun 10th, 7pm @ the Esperance Civic Centre
Songs from the Southern Edge album launch, original music by local musicians, 5pm @ the
Cannery Arts Centre.
Esperance Anglican Community School production, 'Bugalugs Bum Thief'. Three shows, Sat Jun 17th, Thurs Jun 22nd & Fri Jun 23rd @ the Bijou Theatre.
Scroll to the end to find a list of regular group gatherings in Esperance - and please let us know if
you would like to add information about your group to our list.
If you would like to volunteer at Esperance Community Arts Space, please call in have a chat at
67 Dempster Street. We welcome you.
Join our Facebook community for more regular updates or visit our website.
Regular Activities
Cannery Pottery Club : Open to all the community for pottery activities 11am – 4pm, Thursday & Sat-urday each week. Forage Cannery Kitchen Garden: Open days Thursday 3.30 - 5.30pm. Everyone welcome to pop down to the garden and have a chat or contribute. Knit for Art: An informal knitting and crocheting group who meet every Thursday morning at 10am at Esperance Community Arts Space to work on individual or community projects, Morning tea included. Beginners welcome, no cost, some materials and needles/ hooks provided. Gold coin Donation. Esperance Patchwork Club: Meet every Thursday, February through to November, 9am - 12noon at the Seniors Citizens, Meeting Room. Contact Jean Reimers for more information. Ph 9071 1898. No Lights, No Lycra: Self expression dance in the dark! Thursdays, 7.15pm, Innerspace Gallery, Can-nery Arts Centre. $5 Entry. Bring water to drink and wear comfortable clothes. Ages 14 and over. Alco-hol & drug free event. For information see No Lights No Lycra Esperance Facebook page. Esperance Brass Band: Rehearsal every Thursday night (during school terms), 7:30pm - 9:30pm. Es-perance Basketball Stadium (the door prior to entry into the stadium), Greater Sports Ground. Any new or interested members are welcome. For further information contact Julie Fetherston ph 0438 839 352 or email [email protected] Old Time / New Vogue Ballroom Dancing 8:00 PM - 10:30 PM Friday nights @ RAOB - Williams St (behind Bijou theatre) Singles & Couples / Be-ginners - All welcome $5pp (supper included) Enquiries - Viv 0427014691. Just Dance Classes: Latin, Ballroom and New Vogue. Beginners and dancers of all ages welcome! No partner required. $5 per person. Latin dance styles every Monday from 7pm-8.45pm, RAOB Hall (behind the Bijou Theatre on Dempster Street). This is a friendly group of dancers who enjoy helping others learn and have fun at the same time. For more information contact Viv on 0427 014 691 or Mi-guel and Angela 0477 972 918. Esperance Drumming Group: Esperance Community Arts Space, 67 Dempster Street. Everyone welcome. Drums and percussion instruments supplied or bring your own. For more information call Meredith Waters on 0488090934 or email [email protected]. Find the Esperance Drumming Group on FACEBOOK. Esperance Photographers Club: Club Meetings, 3rd Monday of every month, The Cannery Art Room, 7pm. For more information contact Julie Wylie on 9076 1215 or email [email protected]. Find the Esperance Photographer’s Club on FACEBOOK and Twitter and look out for their new blog site! Esperance Ukulele Group: Join the worldwide ukulele revolution! Wednesdays, 6pm, Esperance Sen-ior Citizens Centre, Forrest Street. For more information find us on FACEBOOK or see http://groups.yahoo.com/group/UKEsperance Email: [email protected] Ph: 0417 090 793. Liteforms: Firetwirling. Contact Joe Young for updates on 043 878 8492. Recherche Writers: Meetings 1st Saturday of the month, 10am. Masonic Village Hall. For further infor-mation contact Lesley Higson ph: 9071 5764 or email [email protected]
