Volume 8 - 8th June 2006
Week 6 .... Term 2

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Inside this issue..........
Forums, Junior Kooka Council, Disco, Fundraising, Assemblies, Principal's Awards, Junior Primary Awards, Music Night, Nursing Home Car Park, MS Readathon, Kookaburra Cafe, Sport, Parent Club, OSHC, Community News, Tear Off Slips.

PUPIL FREE DAY REMINDER

There is a Pupil Free Day on Tuesday June 13^th, immediately after the long weekend. Staff will be participating in Training and Development. OSHC will be open for those requiring it.

PARENT TEACHER INTERVIEWS

Thank you to all of our parents who have or still will be attending this opportunity to talk with teachers about your child's progress. It is often hard to leave the warmth of your homes in such chilly weather. Your attendance strongly confirms our partnership in working for the best outcomes for your child.

Thank you also to our teachers for the conscientious way that they have reported to parents and the preparation for the interviews.

YARD BEHAVIOUR

As part of ensuring a consistent, whole school approach to behaviour management, staff clarified a number of issues concerning yard behaviour at our pupil free day at the beginning of term. These were areas we felt to be important for consistency and the safety and well being of all. These have been followed up with students in classes, at assembly, by teachers on duty and in the yard.

The areas we are focussing on this term are:

Out of bounds:

No students to be inside buildings without adult supervision
No students to climb trees

Bells at end of lunch/recess:

These are an instruction to STOP play and move to your classroom

Hard play areas:

Ball games -- no kicking before school
WALK on pavers

Oval:

NO FOOD

JP/Primary play equipment:

No chasey games on, around, under this equipment
No eating
JP equipment -- R-2 students only including before and after school
PR equipment -- Yr 3-7 students only including before and after school

Bikes, scooters, skateboards, roller blades, etc.:

When on school grounds children are to be OFF and walking

Jewellery:

Watches, sleepers, studs only

Makeup:

Not appropriate at school

We hope that we can all work together to give a clear and consistent message to students for the safety and wellbeing of all concerned.

Stephanie Kakoschke

*Ms Prue Rosevear*	*Mrs Judy Davies*	*Ms Barbara Williams*
*PRINCIPAL*	*JUNIOR HEAD OF SCHOOL*	*PRIMARY HEAD OF SCHOOL*

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FORUMS

The children in Years 3 -- 7 had their first forum meetings this week on Tuesday. We have 15 forum groups offering a wide range of choices. Most groups have about 12 -- 15 students, which we hope, will enable greater participation. The task of allocating students to one of their choices was a challenge, but, with some negotiation, we got there!

JUNIOR KOOKABURRA COUNCIL

Our Junior Primary Kookaburra Council met for the first time two weeks ago. Congratulations to the reps -- Jackson Millington and Jamie Phelan (Miss Strachan), Sasha Rankine and Thomas Walden (Mrs Johnson/ Mrs Lancaster), Caleb Whetton and Alicia Rawson (Mrs Saunders), Charli Wright and Max Reynolds (Mrs Higgins) and Lachlan Perry and Chane Jacobs (Mrs Bailey). At our next meeting we will talk about running meetings.

SPECIAL EVENTS FORUM - DISCO

The Special Events Forum have decided to have our Disco on the 16^th of June, next Friday. The tickets will be sold outside the Resource Centre before school and at the disco door. The disco will be in the School Hall.

Times:   Rec. -- Yr. 3                   6:00 -- 7:15 pm
                      Yr. 4 -- 6             7:35 -- 9:30 pm
                      Yr. 7                   7:35 -- 10:00 pm

Cost:     $2.50 Rec. -- Yr. 6
            $3.00 Yr. 7

Children will be able to buy drinks and food from the Disco canteen.

Shane S, Caleb D and Zack B.

Students need to be dropped off and collected from the Hall.

FUNDRAISING NEWS

Obstacle-a-thon
The children participated really well in the Obstacle-athon. Please help us to finalise returns of sponsor forms and money, as soon as possible, so that we can determine which children will receive prizes.

Quiz Night - Reminder
Have a great night out, test your knowledge and support our school at the same time!

Don't forget the date for our Quiz Night.
Date: Saturday July 1^st - Time: 7.00pm onwards
Venue: The School Hall - Cost: $8 entry fee.
Tables for 6 -- 8 people will be available.
BYO drinks, nibbles and supper.

Please get a group of friends together and make up a table -- have a FUN NIGHT and support our fundraising efforts! Please complete and return the tear-off at the end of the newsletter to book a table, for 6, 7 or 8 people.

Deposit: $20 per table. Please pay upon booking, before Fri June 16^th (Week 7).
See tear-off slip at end

Prizes
A huge "Thank You" to parents who have already sent or offered prizes for our Quiz Night. We are still looking for donations of prizes to be used for our Quiz Night. We are especially looking for prizes to be donated from families with a business or those with contacts, who may be able to assist us in finding these prizes. They could be goods or vouchers. We are also seeking support from local businesses. Any items, which we could use, would be greatly appreciated. Please let us know if you can help, by returning the tear-off slip at the end of the newsletter, letting us know if you are able to donate and what your donation will be.

We are particularly looking for bottles of wine to use for our silent auction. Please let us know if you can help!

Entertainment Books
Our Entertainment Books are selling well. We have just a couple left -- see Andrea at the Front Office if you would like one.

ASSEMBLIES

It was wonderful to see so many parents at this week's Junior Primary assembly on Tuesday. As there are so many adults in the school at one time, we do ask that you sign in and out please. As the assembly runs into lunchtime, it is very difficult for teachers on duty, who may not recognise parents or grandparents in the yard. As our duty of care means that we need to know who is at the school at any one time, a quick trip to the office to sign in and out would be much appreciated.

PRINCIPAL'S AWARDS

Congratulations to the following students who have received Principal's Awards, for demonstrating our school values. They are Ashleigh Webster-Marr, Michaela Willshire, Daniel Rogers and Tally Cox.

JUNIOR PRIMARY AWARDS

At our Junior Primary assembly last week, the following children received Program Achieve awards -- Jacob Anderson, Breanna Trueman, Blake Stopp, Stewart Mayne, Bailey Furniss, Lachlan Fawcett, Isabel Vardas, Ronan Wright, Sharni Bird, Tayla Rogers, Maddison Leach, Tyson Berry, Lydia Ellacott, Elenore Kneebone and Chane Jacobs. Well done to these people!

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MUSIC NIGHT

Again we had a great Music Night last Thursday. A big thank you to Barb Williams for all her hard work in preparing for the evening. Thanks also to the music teachers and to the students for their wonderful efforts, as well as to the parents and families who came to support their children on the night.

NURSING HOME CAR PARK

Personnel from the Nursing Home have reminded us that their car park is not one to be used for school purposes. The "Lifestyle Village" complex owns the car park and as such the nursing home has no legal cover for this area and will not be held liable for any incidents. We would also assume that the village is not liable for any unauthorised parking

HOW MANY BOOKS HAVE YOU READ?


	Attention to all MS Readathon readers!! Thank you so much to the special students who are helping to raise money for people living with Multiple Sclerosis! It is almost time for
you to stop your MS Readathon reading and collect your sponsorship money from family and friends.

What's New?
MS Readathon has posted mum or dad a letter telling them how to send us your money so that we can give you the cool rewards you have earned. If they didn't receive a letter or you need a new receipt book, you can call our NSW office on 1300 677 323.
You can also find all the latest MS Readathon news at www.msreadathon.org.au.

When does MS Readathon finish?
If you started reading on May 3 then your reading time finishes on June 7. Did you start reading after May 3? Just count five weeks from the day you first started reading and that is when your MS Readathon finishes.

When does money need to be sent in by?
We would like everyone to get his or her money in to us by August 16th so you have a few weeks to keep fundraising after your reading date finishes! Don't forget to post us your reading and sponsor lists as well as your receipt book. It will take us a few weeks to get your rewards to you so please be very patient- Bosko will be very busy!

Even though MS Readathon time is almost up, remember to always keep those books open- reading is lots of fun! Thank you once again for your wonderful support!

KOOKABURRA CAFE

Don't forget our colouring competition. By ordering Smiles you can win prizes for yourself plus your school. Check the last newsletter for details.
When ordering HOT NOODLES ONLY, just put the money in an envelope with the name of the child and their teacher. No need to use a lunch bag.
Look at the price list for healthy food choices.

Have a great long weekend.

ROSTER
Mon. 12^th June              CLOSED
Tues. 13^th June              CLOSED -- PUPIL FREE DAY
Wed.14^thJune              Karen Erlandsen
Thur. 15^th June              Tracey Willshire
Fri. 16^th June                 Glenys Moylan
Mon. 19^th June              CLOSED
Tues. 20^th June              Katrina Allen
Wed. 21^st June             Andrea Chapman
Thur. 22^nd June             Tracey Willshire
Fri. 23^rd June                Sue Phillips
                                                          Regards, Helen King

SPORT

CROSS COUNTRY
Our cross-country team has competed in two races so far. The first race was at Flagstaff Hill and the second race was on a bike track near Woodend School. We have fifteen runners in our team and we have all been training hard. Our team member’s names and placing in the two races are:

                                    Flagstaff Hill      Woodend
Teea Price                    18^th12^thJesse Moore                 16^th                  9^thLaura Smith                   15^th                  6^thCaleb Daniels               1^st                     1^stJake Stratton                6^th                    5^thAli Wilson                     8^th                    6^thKiara Allen                    29^th                  30^thNicole Robertson          10^th                  12^thBen Richardson             3^rd                    4^thLuke Szeitz                   38^th                  23^rdLeah Wright                 2^nd                    1^stElise Hardwick               9^th                    6^thKate Moore                  13^th                  16^th
Kieren Smith                 24^th                  21^st
Chris Clarke                  19^th                  14^th
                                                                    By Teea Price

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SOCCER
A coordinator for Soccer is urgently needed. Anyone interested in taking on this role is urged to contact Georgie Goldfinch on 8387 2230.

PARENT CLUB

Just a reminder that Kyton's orders need to be in by Wednesday 14^th June at the Book Room Window. The pick up of orders is on Wednesday 21^st June after 2:00pm in the Hall. Please bring plastic bags for orders.

The Uniform Shop is open
Wed. 3:00 -- 3:30 pm
Fri. 8:30 -- 9:15 am.

Our next meeting is Wednesday 5^th July at 9:00 am in the Long Room. All welcome -- come for a cuppa!

Karen Erlandsen Secretary.

OSHC

OSHC will be open on the Pupil Free Day, Tuesday 13^th June 2006. We still have vacancies if care is needed for your children.

Roxanne Longbottom
Director 8322 2411 or 0417 898 73

COMMUNITY NEWS

ANGLICARE SA -- Foster Carers wanted NOW for overnight, weekends or longer term stays. Contact Rowena at Anglicare on 8256 2185.

AUSTRALIAN RED CROSS -- Preliminary First Aid Course -- July 2006 School Holidays for students between the ages of 11 and 15. For more information contact 8293 9200 or 1300 367 428.

SACA JULY SCHOOL HOLIDAY CRICKET CLINICS
The South Australian Cricket Association July Cricket Clinics are being held from July 17-21 2006 at the Adelaide Oval. The clinics offer both individual and group coaching for boys and girls of all ages. All coaching is done by SACA accredited coaches.

For prices and more information you can visit www.cricketsa.com.au at the Favell-Dansie Indoor Centre page and download a brochure or phone Shaun Seigert on 83003838.

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QUIZ NIGHT

I / We would like to book a table for the Quiz Night on July 1st.

At this stage I would like a table for __________ people.

Name __________________________________ Child's class _______________________________

Signed _________________________________ Date: _________________

I enclose deposit of $20 for the table.

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QUIZ NIGHT DONATION

I / We would be willing to donate a prize for the QUIZ Night on July 1st.

The prize will be _____________________________

Name __________________________________ Child's class ________________________________

Signed __________________________________ Date: _________________

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Obstacle-a-thon The children participated really well in the Obstacle-athon. Please help us to finalise returns of sponsor forms and money, as soon as possible, so that we can determine which children will receive prizes.

Quiz Night - Reminder Have a great night out, test your knowledge and support our school at the same time!

Obstacle-a-thon
The children participated really well in the Obstacle-athon. Please help us to finalise returns of sponsor forms and money, as soon as possible, so that we can determine which children will receive prizes.

Quiz Night - Reminder
Have a great night out, test your knowledge and support our school at the same time!