20 September 2018

From the Principal

Dear Parents and Families,

The NAPLAN results have finally been received by the school. The Year 3 students have done very well, in particular in numeracy being well above what is expected at that year level. The Year 5 students likewise have done well and are succeeding at the expected standard. More details next term.

The Italian Day was fantastic last Monday. Many students had written to Ashdale Primary School students in Italian. Then there was the food tasting, which was amazingly well received! Mrs Belinda Scott did a great job in organising the day and liaising between both schools. Thanks to the parents who helped on the day.

Some brilliant work has been done by Mr Puccinelli, Mr Brown, and teachers in developing the skills of students in preparation for the interschool carnival. Wonderful sportsmanship was displayed by all students.

Teachers are now constructing class lists for 2019. We are seeking your advice in terms of any information that could assist us. This information should concern clashes your child has with others, perceived bullying or family issues. Please email Tania.Burke@education.wa.edu.au or send a letter marked ‘Private and Confidential’ to Tania by Thursday 1st November, 2018.

Regards,

Dr Tony Beswick
Principal

Newsletter Articles

School Calendar

Students Not Returning to Landsdale Primary School in 2019

If your child/ren are not returning to Landsdale Primary School for the 2019 school year, can you please advise the front office in person or by emailing Jennifer.shepherd@education.wa.edu.au

New school details are required upon advisement.

Want to pay your contributions and charges fast?

Qkr! App is now at Landsdale Primary School

The new Qkr! (pronounced ‘quicker’) app is now live for families of students at Landsdale Primary School.

Qkr! can be downloaded for free from Apple’s app store for iPhones or from Google Play.

After downloading the app and registering, simply select Landsdale Primary School from ‘Nearby Locations’ on Qkr! or type landsdale after tapping the magnifying glass in the top right of the home screen on Qkr!.

You can pay for school contributions and charges, camps, activities, excursions, and more items will be available for payment on Qkr! over time, so download it today and take a look at our school on Qkr!.

All feedback to the school office is welcome.

Letter of Appreciation from No Limits

Please see the attached letter and certificate we received in relation to our Helping Hands project for the gold coin fundraiser for No Limits.

Buy a Bale – Helping Hands Project

This Friday, 21st September, we are holding a fundraiser to support farmers in drought, through the Buy a Bale project. Please send your children to school in their team colours, along with their gold coin donation. Just $100 will buy a farmer a large bale of hay, so please get behind this fundraiser that impacts on all of Australia.

For further information, you can search the link below.

Thanks so much,
Student Council

Sustainability and Waste Minimisation at Landsdale Primary School

We are very excited to announce that earlier this term we were successful in our application for a $4000 Waste Wise Schools Grant. The grant will provide funding to further develop our worm farms, purchase additional raised garden beds, promote the Nude Food initiative in the school, and increase an awareness of decreasing the amount of rubbish going to landfill generally.

In addition, the school will be hosting a mini “Sustainability Expo” on Tuesday 23rd October 2018. Our preliminary plans are to have opportunities for parents and local community members to visit some of the class based sustainability programs occurring in the school, and then participate in a range of workshops and information sessions run by some local agencies, including Wasteless Pantry, Boomerang Bags and Tamala Park. More information will follow at the beginning of term 4.

For any further information, please contact Leonie Mattock on 9302 4100 next term.

On the Ball …. With Mr P

2018 Interschool Athletics Carnival

Congratulations to all the students that competed in the interschool athletic events last week. Landsdale competed with much spirit and it was fantastic to see all the students demonstrating great sportsmanship and cheering everybody on.

Thanks to Mr Moon from Madeley Primary School for organising such a smooth event.

I would also like to thank the students who gave up their lunch times to attend try outs and practised very early in the term and the teachers that assisted with this training, in particular Mr Brown and Mrs Ridley. Your help was much appreciated!

Unfortunately, I do not have any photos to share, but it was a great day, none the less. Final results are below:

MERETORIOUS SHIELD

West Greenwood Primary School

CHAMPIONSHIP SHIELD

Before School Tennis Coaching

Hot-Shots Tennis lessons with InStyle Tennis! Tennis lessons at school are being held Wed 7.45-8.30am, starting week 2 of term 4. September holiday programs are available too! There will be great fun and all ages/ levels are welcome! Details and online registration at instyletennis.com.au / 0433 777 195 or grab a flyer from the school front office.

Wide Stall of Sports Day!

Sports Stall

It was great to see all the students at the ‘sports stall’ on Friday, September 7. What a great success! We had 10 sports showcase their sport to over 400 students and it was terrific to see all the students and staff involved.

Phys Ed term 4

The Phys Ed program is another busy one next term. Some important dates to keep in mind are:

Wednesday, October 24 Interschool Cross-Country @ Penistone Reserve
Friday, November 9 Interschool Handball @ North Woodvale PS
Thursday, December 6 Year 3/4 Hot Shots tournament @ State Tennis Centre
Friday, December 7 Sorrento Tennis Club Schools Challenge

There will also be the annual ‘Cluster transition games’ on a date to be confirmed.

Freo Kwik & Long Bomb

Well done again to Jaime, Tyler and Grace our students who represented Landsdale PS at the Freo Kwick Kick & Long Bomb competition last month. It was a great day and the students really enjoyed the chance to have a kick on Optus Stadium field and see themselves on the big screen!

Library News

FABULOUS FUNDRAISER

The total funds raised from our Book Week Dress-Up Day gold coin donation drive was $565.60. Thanks everyone! Our 2018 visiting author has sent his thanks to our whole school community for their generous support of the Room to Read charity.

You may like to read the following story about the Room to Read Girls’ Education Program and the benefits of learning to save money:

LIBRARY BORROWING CLOSED FOR TERM 3

All library books are now due back. Please return your library books before the close of school tomorrow, Friday 21st September. If your child has lost their library book, please advise Mrs Murray or the classroom teacher, so an invoice can be sent for the replacement cost. Holiday loans can be arranged through the Library, any time before 3.30pm on Friday. Holiday loans are due back on the first day of next term, Monday 8th October. Parents are also welcome to borrow from the Library during the holidays, using their parent library card. Have a wonderful break and enjoy that extra time to read with your child.

ISSUE 6 – SCHOLASTIC BOOK CLUB

Book Club orders are due back at school this week. They will be distributed to classrooms before the holiday break.

Annual Book Fair 2018

Coming next term to the school library for one week only.

Colouring competition for the kids - win a book voucher to spend at book fair. Watch this space.

Canteen Reminders

CANTEEN INFORMATION

Supervisor: Jo Gaugg/Lisa Innes
Phone: 0410 894 457
Opening hours: 8:30am to 1:45pm

Uniform Shop News

Uniform Shop hours for Term 3 are as follows:

All items are available online via Uniforms West Website. These orders are sent through weekly and are ready for pick up from the school office by Friday afternoons.

Regards
Sandra

School Banking at Landsdale Primary School!

School banking is on every Thursday in the wet area between LA11 & 12 from 8am to 9am.

Rowena Casilli
School Banking Co-ordinator

LEAP Parenting Ideas

School Holiday Programs