18 October 2018

From the Principal

Dear Parents and Families,

Term four has kicked off in earnest and Book Fair is coming!

I am pleased that the students have done well this year in NAPLAN testing. All the Year 3 results are over the national average, which is higher than the state average. Year 5 students have also done well with numeracy, spelling, grammar and writing above the national averages. The Year 5 reading result was above the state average and less than 0.009% below the national average.

Our early childhood results have also improved over time.

These are great results. All students and teachers have worked hard to ensure that results improve and we are grateful for your on-going support.

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, 2017.

Regards,

Dr Tony Beswick
Principal

Newsletter Articles

School Calendar

Contributions and Charges 2019

The 2019 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.

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.

2019 Year 4-6 1-1 Laptop Program

Is your child entering Year 4 in 2019 or are you considering joining your year 5 or 6 child into the 1-1 program? Read on!

Our parent funded 1-1 Laptop program ensures our students have the best opportunities to acquire essential skills in digital technologies for their future. We recognise and value the parents of our senior students’ commitment to their children’s education.

In 2018 we gave parents the option of choosing the MacBook Air 13” or the iPad for the program. Teachers, students and our parent representatives all strongly recommended the MacBook as the school’s preferred device.

The response from parents this year has been overwhelmingly positive, with 85% of students having their own device and of those all but 4 were MacBooks.

For 2019 we continue to recommend the MacBook Air 13” as the preferred device, while including the option of the iPad; there is also a leasing option for both devices.

We recommend the MacBook Air 13” over the iPad for the following reasons, the MacBook:

• is more powerful and has more features within applications common to both Mac and iPad eg. Pages, Garageband, iMovie, google suite.
• is easier to use for staff and students when accessing tools for learning like the internet, google suite and network resources.
• has a larger screen and keyboard.
• has better tools for applications, student monitoring and network resources, eg. being able to have the school image, teachers being able to monitor student usage in real time.
• has stronger parental controls and Remote desktop for teacher supervision of student use.
• is sturdier and has greater longevity.

We partner with Winthrop Australia to obtain the best educational prices and onsite technical support. They provide a convenient and easy online portal for you to order a device for your child. If you source a device elsewhere consider the portal information to compare accurately.

Prior to purchasing a device, please attend one of our parent information sessions for more information and discussion with our 1-1 leadership team:

Come along and find out why our program works so well and what you need to know!

2nd Session:

When: Monday 22nd October
Time: 5pm – 6pm
Where: LA 16/17

3rd Session:

When: Wednesday 21st November
Time: 8.00am – 8.45am
Where: Library

Please indicate which information session you will be attending or if you would like to be contacted for more information by clicking on the link below:

Australian Girls Choir Open Day

Congratulations to the girls who recently took part in the AGC assessment workshops at school. By now you should have received your personalised assessment report - either posted to your home or via your school. Everyone is welcome to come along to Open Day on Sunday 28th October, which will give girls the opportunity to try a complimentary class and attend an information session.

For more information phone1800 338 142 or visit

Sustainability Mini Expo

As part of our Wastewise Schools grant, Landsdale Primary School is hosting a Sustainability Mini Expo next Tuesday October 23, 2018. Visitors will have an opportunity to follow the “Sustainability Trail” between 2 – 3pm to see what’s happening around the school, and then hear from our community experts on ways to minimise waste and live more sustainably between 3 – 4pm. We hope to see you there.

COME ALONG TO OUR MINI SUSTAINABILITY EXPO NEXT TUESDAY 23 OCTOBER 3-4PM

Did you know that reducing waste going to landfill has a direct impact on reducing greenhouse gas emission (mainly methane), and, as a result, reduces warming and can impact climate change?

No? Then read on. Look at the link on the LA 27 Infographic attached to read up on the relationship between waste in landfill, emissions, greenhouse gases and climate change.

If you watched the news this week, you will be aware that the United Nations recently published their findings on Climate change, and a warning that there is a small window of opportunity for positive change before we reach a 'tipping point. Want to know more?

YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Landsdale Primary School students and teachers are passionate about creating a more positive environmental future. We want our students and their children to enjoy the beauty of the Great Barrier Reef.

This year, we received just over $4000 from a successful Waste Wise grant to really expand our efforts to reduce waste going to landfill. We have been busy doing lots in school, but one of our initiatives was to encourage our school and local community to also look at ways to reduce their plastic and packaging in landfill.

We conducted an online survey of our school community over Term 3 to find out how sustainably our families were living. The survey helped us identify areas where further information could help each family take the next step to reduce plastic and packaging. Many families joined up for the Plastic Free July challenge and have already made positive changes.

Are you ready to take the next step? Or to take another step towards sending less waste to landfill?

We have organised a Mini Community 'Living Sustainably' Expo to provide information on areas of need identified in our online survey.

Come along between 3 and 4 pm next Tuesday 23rd October and find out about:

• how to sort your recycling waste more efficiently
• how to make or buy Boomerang Bags, join a local sewing group, make your own produce bags
• have the kids decorate their very own calico cloth bag
• turn old T-shirts into recycled bags
• find out about how to buy in bulk using your own recycled containers - Wasteless Pantry Greenwood
• see a range of re-usable products such as beeswax wraps to use instead of plastic
• see how we make our own organic Worm Wizz - so good for your garden
• see how we recycle fruit and veg scraps in our worm farm and use these castings in our veggie gardens
• watch a video or demonstration of Bokashi Bins - a few will be on display from Environment House
• find out about other recycled products to replace plastic straws and toothbrushes!

Hope to see you there. Help us change the world for all the children of the future.

PS - Parent helpers for the calico bag decoration and make your own T-shirt recycled bag welcome. Contact Mrs Marrion in LA 27 (Mon - Thurs) or on Ella.Marrion@education.wa.edu.au.

On the Ball …. With Mr P

Physical Education Term 4

Please make sure your child wears appropriate footwear and a hat when attending Physical Education lessons. A water bottle is recommended also! If your child cannot participate in Phys Ed lessons due to injury or illness, a verbal or written message from you needs to be communicated to your child’s teacher or myself.

Interschool Cross-country @ Penistone Reserve

Don’t forget our interschool cross-country event is on next Wednesday, 24th October and it’s back at Penistone Reserve, in Greenwood.

I have attached a course map and a program for the day. Don’t forget a special breakfast for participating students at 8am in the senior alcove area.

Physical Education Events This Term

Hi everybody,

This term sees Landsdale participate in a number of sporting events.

We are also entering a tennis tournament at Sorrento Tennis Club, which will be held after school. Students will be selected with the help of coaches from Sorrento Tennis Club.

Details of these events are below;

Landsdale Sporting Shirts

Continuing our tradition this year, at all the events where students represent Landsdale Primary School, representatives will wear a Landsdale PS ‘sporting shirt’ kindly donated by the P & C.

The students need to return the shirts once they have finished the event they are participating in.

Chaplain’s Chat

Hey all,

My name is James Middleton and I’ve recently started at Landsdale Primary School as the new chaplain. Previous to my role here at Landsdale Primary I have worn many different hats, including being a chaplain previously at Dunsborough Primary School. My other roles have ranged from extensive roles working with children and teenagers in pastoral care, to fence manufacturing, to building websites! You could say I am a bit of an all-rounder. I’m looking forward to playing my role in continuing to develop a positive school atmosphere, ensuring your children have the best opportunity to develop and grow into healthy, happy and successful students. I’m married, my wife’s name is Kelsey and she is a secondary school teacher. I am also an avid supporter of the AFL premiers, the West Coast Eagles! Very excited to be part of Landsdale Primary School.

James Middleton

Library News

WELCOME BACK FOR TERM 4!

The Library has already been busy from day one of term! We have seven more weeks of borrowing ahead. Due to the Christmas break, student book borrowing will close on Friday 30th November. It’s been wonderful to see the enthusiasm for reading that our students have developed over the course of the year.

BOOK FAIR IS COMING!

Our annual P&C Scholastic Book Fair takes place in the Library in Week 4, Monday 29th October till Friday 2nd November. The Library will be transformed into a fantastic book stall, selling novels, picture books, non-fiction, Christmas books and novelty items/gifts. The Book Fair will be open before and after school each day. Please check the posters around the school for further times and information. Commission raised from the total Book Fair sales will be returned to the Library in the form of new books for our students to enjoy before the end of the year.

PD DAY

The Library will be closed on Friday 26th October, due to the Staff Professional Learning Day.

WEDNESDAY AFTERNOONS

Just a reminder that the Library is closed on Wednesday afternoons after school, due to staff meetings being held in the Library.

P&C News

Can everyone believe it’s Term 4?!

We have 2 events for you to take out 2018, Book Fair Week (Week 4) 29th Oct – 2nd Nov in the library. Check out all the details on the Book Fair news piece.

School Disco is in the planning stages – put the date in your diaries - Friday 16th Nov. (Week 5) Details to come out soon!

For anyone interested in getting ready early for next year we are sending out Pre-order forms for next year’s requirements for School Dresses. Keep an eye on your child’s school bag for a note (junior years only) and our P&C FB page for more details.

This year we are celebrating Teacher Appreciation Day (26th Oct 2018) as a joint effort with the Parent Link Program. Keep an eye out for all the details arriving to your email soon.

We also have some of the past uniform stock going up for grabs on a few clearance days (18-19th October at 8.30-9am and 22nd October at 2-3pm in the main quadrangle. Stocks are limited. Watch our FB page for details closer to the dates.

For Kindy parents new to school in 2019 we are coming along to your book reading mornings where you will be able to buy school dresses and find out more about your P&C.

We have exciting news to share as well from our last meeting! $4,000 was approved for Mrs Murray in the library for her wish list resources and we have also decided to join the school and become a Qkr! App user. This will enable all parents to be able to purchase all P&C event tickets, school dresses and to come in the near future, order canteen items online easier and for NO FEE! Yes, we are taking on the fees ourselves and passing the saving on to you. All the information has been posted on our FB page, there are leaflets in the office or please email lpspandcpresident@gmail.com and we will send you all the details.

It’s been wonderful to have 4 new members join us already this term, welcome to our new parents! If you’d like to keep up to date, listen in at meetings to see what happens, get involved or just be a minion and help on a roster for an event, join us! It takes only $1 to be involved and you’ll be invited to enjoy a yummy scone or 2 at the end of year Parent Volunteer Morning Tea, too!

Don’t forget School Banking is on every Thursday in the wet area behind LA10 from 8am.

Cheers
Nat H

Annual Book Fair 2018

12 sleeps to go!

The annual book fair 2018 is nearly here - opening in our library for one week only.

29th October to 2nd November

Opening times

During our class wish list days (Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday) parents, grandparents and caregivers are welcome to come in during the school day and shop. Never too early to do some Christmas shopping!

All proceeds directly benefit our library.

Watch out for your colouring competition sheets coming home soon. You could win a voucher to spend at the book fair. They will be due back on Monday 29th October to the library.

Hope to see you there.

Canteen Reminders

CANTEEN INFORMATION

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

Welcome back to term 4. The current menu has been sent home with your children this week, if you did not receive one the canteen has some spares available for collection or the full menu is available on Quickcliq. There have been a few pricing changes that have been implemented due to a price increase from our suppliers.

The canteen is on the lookout for some new volunteers for this term - we are especially in need on a Wednesday fortnightly and every Friday. If you can spare an hour or so of your time please pop in and have a chat to myself or Lisa and place your name on our roster, we would love to see you.

Thanks
Jo

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

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