3 November 2016

From the Principal

Dear Parents and Families,

In August, a healthy 34.6% of parents responded to a survey regarding what they perceived of the school. Highlights that were discussed by the school board include:

• 87% were satisfied with the overall standard of education achieved at the school,
• 91% would recommend this school to others,
• 95% believed that teachers have high expectations for their child,

• 92% responded that teachers are fair, and
• 93% were comfortable in talking to their child’s teacher about their concerns.

The lowest ratings were:

• 81% perceived that the school took their opinions seriously (12% neither agreed or disagreed),
• 87% indicated that their child’s learning needs are being met (6% neither agreed or disagreed), and
• 88% thought the school works with them to support their child (6% neither agreed or disagreed).

Despite the relatively high scores, we are concerned that there were between 6-12% of parents could not form an opinion. We aim to improve the clarity of the messages given to parents and the efficacy of how we respond to parent responses.

The school is considering moving to a different timetable where there is a 2 hour block of time in between recess and lunch. This moves lunch to just after 1:00pm and decreases the two hour block after lunch to one hour. Students in other schools have reported that they like the change as they know that there is only one hour to go from lunch to home time! We note that students use ‘crunch and sip’ throughout the day, so they will not go hungry and they are more ready for their lunch (less lunch in the bin). The reason for this change is to focus the amount of time the school spends on literacy and mathematics. Thank you to the parents who have given the school feedback on this proposal. If you have an opinion please email landsdale.ps@education.wa.edu.au .

Regards
Dr Tony Beswick
Principal

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Landsdale WA 6065
Ph: (08) 9302 4100
Fax: (08) 9302 4363
SMS: 0417 912 795 (absentee messages only please)
Email: landsdale.ps@det.wa.edu.au

Principal: Dr Tony Beswick
Deputy Principal: Leanne White
Deputy Principal: Cass Di-Sisto
Deputy Principal: Leonie Mattock
Deputy Principal: Natalie Bracegirdle
Business Manager: Jacqui Lyons
Administration & PR Officer: Tracy Howes
Ministerial Officers: Jenny Shepherd and Tania Burke

School Board

Aberline Attwood
Dr Tony Beswick - Principal
Keera Bull - Chair
Kahli Bourke
Mimma Della Gatta
Kendra McDonald
Rohan Osment
Margaret Quirk MLA
Debbie Yates
Leanne White

P&C Association

President: Amanda Ferguson
Vice President: Olivia Osment
Secretary: Melissa George
Treasurer: Alysha Ferguson
Roadwise Co-ordinator: Olivia Osment
Safety House: Sally Pellegrini

Dental Therapy Centre

Open Monday – Friday
Ph: (08) 9302 2969

Students Not Returning to Landsdale in 2017

Please let us know if your children currently in Pre-Primary to Year 5 will no longer be attending Landsdale Primary School next year because you are moving or changing schools. We are doing our best to get well organised for a smooth start to 2017 but we rely on your help in this important area. All schools are funded according to our enrolments so it is very important that we plan on accurate enrolment numbers. Families who know they will not be returning to Landsdale Primary School in 2017 are asked to click on the attached link or phone the school.

We still have Kindergarten places available for 2017. Please see the front office if a place is required. Jennifer.Shepherd@education.wa.edu.au

Contributions and Charges 2017

The 2017 Contributions and Charges schedule was sent home with students this week. This schedule outlines the maximum expenditure that may be incurred during the year, if your child participates in everything available to their year level.

If you have not received a copy please contact the office.

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Students with Contagious Diseases

Parents need to ensure that their child is kept home if they have a contagious disease. We have had a number of cases of hand, foot and mouth and conjunctivitis that is easily spread so we all need to be vigilant.

Positive Partnerships Workshops for Parents and Carers of Students on the Autism Spectrum

Please see the attached flyer for details of this two day workshop which will be held in Joondalup.

Library News

Scholastic Book Fair Coming Soon

It’s that fun time of the year again! The P&C Book Fair is happening in the Library during Week 5.

Monday 7th – Friday 11th November.

Please note the following opening days and times:

Mon/Tues/Thur/Fri: 8.00-9.30am & 2.30–3.30pm
Wed: 8.00–9.30am & 2.00-2.30pm & 5.30–6.30pm

Come along and see the amazing selection of books, posters, Christmas books and novelty items. All purchases go towards commission for the Library to buy new books and eBooks in 2017. Hope to see you there.

Canteen Reminders

CANTEEN INFORMATION

Manager: Alison Belstead
Phone: 9302 4582
Opening hours: 8:30am to 1:00pm

CANTEEN OPERATING HOURS

The canteen’s operating hours are 8:30am to 1:00pm.

Online Ordering

Remember that the canteen now has an Online Ordering facility with the company OUR ONLINE Canteen.

Just go the Our Online Canteen website below and follow the directions to set up an account with your child’s details. Online ordering saves you time, eliminates the need to be scratching around for change. You do not have to purchase lunch bags, you do not have to have a printed copy of the menu and you do not have to stress over whether your child has put in their lunch order.

LATE Lunch Orders

A reminder that if our child hands in their lunch order after 10:00am then they will only be offered a vegemite or cheese sandwich.

Volunteers

We are still looking for volunteers to help in the canteen on a Monday. Please check the Volunteer Roster for the days that we need volunteers.

School Banking at Landsdale Primary School!

Join the Dollarmites on an Outback savings adventure with School Banking!

Every year the School Banking program launches a new savings theme and eight new exclusive School Banking reward items.

This year’s program is themed the Outback Savers and School Banking is taking students on a wild adventure through the Canyon of Savings, where they’ll learn to master smart savings habits.

There are eight new reward items for 2016 available from the Outback Savers range:

• Flying Snake Tail
• Wildlife Writer Set
• Mud Splat Handball
• Outback Pat Bag Tag
• Backtrack Eraser Pen
• Jump and Skip Rope
• Bush Fly Fan
• Wriggly Glow Worm

If you would like to know more about School Banking, please ask for a 2016 School Banking program parent pack from the school office.

Behaviour Tonics – Parent Courses

Please see the attached information on the following parent courses:-

1-2-3 Magic and Emotion Coaching Parent Course

To help manage difficult behaviour in children 2 to 12yrs. All 7 to 9.30pm.

$180pp or $340 per couple

Wed 9th, 16th & 23rd Nov (parents of 2 to 5yr olds)
Tue 29th Nov, 6th & 13th Dec (parents of 2 to 12 year olds)

Protective Behaviours

$65pp or $120 per couple
Wed 19th Oct, 6.30 to 9.30pm.

Engaging Adolescents (11 to 16yo)

$150pp or $270 per couple
Wed 30th Nov and 7th Dec.

Parenting Information Session (Including 10 take home tips). This 2 hour seminar is designed to improve your knowledge and confidence as a parent. In House only.

All courses available In House.

Private Consultations available. To enquire/register call 9382 1182 or visit the link below

Free Parenting Seminars

You are invited to attend the Triple P Seminar Series. You will learn practical, positive and effective ways to deal with common behavioural problems and ways to help your child achieve their best at school and in the future.

Parents are encouraged to attend all 3 seminars:

1. The Power of Positive Parenting
2. Raising Confident Competent Children
3. Raising Resilient Children

Please see the attached flyers for all the details.

Bring Home a Big Brother or Sister and Bring French Culture to Life!

Why not volunteer to host an international student from France next year? We have a small group of delightful French students coming to Australia for 10 weeks to immerse in local Australian culture, experience our High schools, sports, environment and lifestyle. All the French students are around 15 years old, speak excellent English, have their own spending money, cover all school expenses ,and we arrange all aspects of their program. They are looking forward to joining an Australian family for a short term. It’s fun and interesting to help these young people achieve their Australian dream. If you’d like know more, please email your interest to Rob at Inter Cultural Management on rl@scce.com.au.