8 February 2024

From the Principal

Dear Parents and Carers,

Welcome back to a new school year filled with possibilities and opportunities. As we embark on this journey together, we will continue to foster a community of curiosity, respect, collaboration and care. Our dedicated school staff support each students’ growth and success throughout the school year and value the relationship between home and school. We have a focus on bringing our community closer this year with our school being the ‘hub’ of our community. I am looking forward to our whole school events throughout the year and celebrating student success in multiple ways and in multiple areas.

2024 will be a year of learning, friendship, community spirit and achievement. I wish all of our families a fantastic school year ahead!

Kindest regards,
Ms Kerryn Woodhouse

School Calendar

2024 Ministers

Congratulations to the new ministers for this year.  They are:

Student Birthdays

We hope all the students who had their birthdays in the holidays enjoyed themselves. We would like to wish the following students a very Happy Birthday on their special day.

Chaplain’s Chat

Hello!

For those of you that are new to Landsdale Primary School I would like to welcome you and let you know of my services. I am the school Chaplain, and my role is to provide holistic pastoral care to students, school staff and members of the community, irrespective of faith or cultural backgrounds. The pastoral care provided includes one on one and group sessions addressing physical and mental health issues, social and values education, behaviour management, emotional support, and professional referrals, where appropriate. Please know my door is always open and I am always happy to help.

I also wanted to highlight some great and free further supports that you also might find helpful.  

Triple P Parenting

This is a free online service that helps make raising kids easier. It gives you tips and ideas to help raise happy and confident kids; see more of the behaviours you like and less of the ones you don’t; and have better relationships with your family.

Smiling Mind

Smiling Mind has developed an app, with guided sleep mediations and a range of tools and resources to support families to build their mental fitness together.

The school library

Our library has some excellent resources you can access from the LEAP section – Linking Education and    

• Anxiety
• Resilience
• Divorce

You just sign up like you would at your local community library or you can use your child’s account.

I hope you find this helpful and please know my door is always open.

My Days: Monday – Friday  

My email is: michelle.bispo@youthcare.org.au or michelle.bispo@education.com.au

Library News …. with Mrs Murray

WELCOME BACK FOR 2024! THE LIBRARY IS OPEN!

The Library @ Landsdale is now open for student and parent book borrowing. We look forward to seeing our returning students and meeting families that are new to our school.  The Library is a great place to visit, as you will quickly discover.  We hope to see you soon. The closing date for the return of all library books this term will be Friday 22nd March 2024 (Week 8).

Opening Times

The Library is open for book borrowing at these times:

• Before school                        8.30-8.45am                         Mon-Fri
• Lunchtime                             1.25-1.45pm                         Mon, Tues, Thur, Fri (Closed Wed)
• After school                           3.00-3.30pm                         Mon-Fri

All classes have a weekly Library Book Change Time organised by their class teacher. Please check your child’s rostered borrowing day with their class teacher and assist them with remembering their library book and library bag on that day.

Parents and caregivers are most welcome to visit the Library with their child to borrow books before or after school, or at any time during the school day.  While here, you may wish to browse through our range of LEAP (Linking Education and Parents) parenting resources which are available for loan. Parents can also sign up to become Library members.

Lending Rules

Students may borrow two books for a period of two weeks.  Books may be renewed if not required by other readers.  Overdue notices are emailed to parents each week (or sent to classrooms if no email is available).  Please remind your child to return his/her library books by the due date.  Library bags or folders must be used for borrowing.  These are available from supermarkets. Shopping bags are also suitable to use as library bags.

Outstanding Loans from 2023

At the end of last year, we had 63 library books that were not returned. Invoices will be sent home to these families. Unfortunately, students who have not returned their 2023 library books will not be able to take books home from the Library, until these items are returned or paid for at the Front Office or via Qkr! Thank you for your assistance.

Scholastic Book Club

Order forms for the first edition of Book Club have been distributed to classes. The due date for return of Issue 1 Scholastic orders is FRIDAY 16^th FEBRUARY @ 9am. For ease and speed, use the LOOP Platform to order:

Alternatively, you can send your completed paper order forms to the Front Office by 9am on the due date. Unfortunately, late orders cannot be accepted.

P&C News

Hello Everyone,

Welcome back for 2024, and hope everyone has settled in for another school year.   The P&C welcomes all and we will be holding our P&C Meeting's in Week 4 & 8 at 6:00pm at the school.  Everyone is welcome to attend and get involved.

The Landsdale P&C is very active in the school and has various events that run each year.  Find out more through the socials, newsletters and new pin up boards around the school for further information throughout the year.

Many thanks,
P&C Landsdale

Parent Link Program – Welcome Back Picnic ** New Date ** Now on 16th February

PARENT LINK PROGRAM WELCOME BACK PICNIC 2024   ** New Date ** 

The Parent Link Program will be holding a Welcome Back Picnic for all school families in 2024!  Due to the extremely hot weather forecast, the picnic will now be held on Friday 16^th February (instead of Friday 9^th Feb).

When: Friday 16^th February 2024 (Week 3)
Time: 3:05pm, starting straight after school
Where: School Oval

Come along, bring a picnic and mingle and meet other school families to welcome the new school year!

*An ice-cream van will also be onsite on the day for families to purchase from.

We hope to see you there!

Canteen Information – Sue Uyen, Manager

CANTEEN INFORMATION

Manager: Sue Uyen
Tel: 0410 894 457

We are super excited to be back for the new year! 

This term we have our summer menu which includes healthy freshly prepared salad bowls and fruit salads. 

Our homemade Wednesday student lunch specials are back and will be posted on Facebook every Sunday, make sure you are following our page so you don’t miss out! 

We also have yummy recess snacks available for the children to purchase at the canteen window every day. Items cost between 50c to $2.50, regular favourites can also be ordered on Qkr! along with frozen treats and slushies at lunchtime.

Emergency lunches happen from time to time and we will never let a child go hungry. If your child comes home with a lunch receipt this can be paid via the QKR! app or with cash at the canteen.

Thank you and welcome back!
The Bush Blues Cafe Team

Uniform Shop News

For all uniform requirements, please contact Tudor Uniforms on Tel. 9408 2666 or www.tudorschooluniforms.com.au.  Their address is: Unit 1/75 Excellence Dr, Wangara.

Leap – Parent Information

Magic Coat’s Social & Emotional Wellbeing Program – Every Wed, Starts 7th Feb 4pm – 5pm

Junior Basketball Competition – City of Wanneroo

Participation in the Junior Basketball competition offers numerous benefits beyond simply playing the sport. It instils valuable life skills such as teamwork, discipline, leadership, resilience, and inclusivity. These traits not only contribute to success on the court but also translate into other aspects of the participants' lives, including their academic pursuits and personal relationships.

In keeping with our commitment to inclusivity, the Junior Basketball competition welcomes players of all skill levels. We encourage newcomers to join and experience the joy of basketball, while more experienced players can challenge themselves and refine their abilities.

Please see the attached flyer and link to competition details.

Better Health Programs

The Better Health Program is running throughout 2024 with thanks to funding by WA Department of Health.  

The 10 week course is delivered online and in person at a local community.  

Who should join the program: 

• Children who are 6-12 years old and above a healthy weight 
• Families who are struggling with healthy eating habits 
• Families who need help with screen time and activity 

How much does the program cost: 

FREE for eligible families.

What does the program cover: 

• Food Fundamentals
• Mindful Mealtimes 
• Portion sizing 
• Food Label reading
• Screen time and Physical Activity 
• Role modelling as parents  

How long does it go for? 

10 weeks, delivered online or in person at local communities.  

Who runs it? 

Delivered by qualified health professionals. 

Rising Stars Term 1 Pre Season AFL Programs

FACEBOOK – Rising Stars AFL Football Academy.
INSTAGRAM – rising_stars_afl
WEB PAGE - www.risingstarswa.com.au

Saver Plus

Athena Calisthenics

AusBike Program