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Issue 11 – Term 3 28 July 2017
Easton Road, Esperance 6450 Ph: 9071 5599 Fax: 9071 4852 Email: Castletown.PS@education.wa.edu.au
EC 1, 2 & 5: 9071 7861 EC 3 & 4: 9071 7862 Canteen: 9071 3148
Website: www.Castletownprimaryschool.wa.edu.au
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Castletown-Primary-School/303902659738629
NEWSLETTER CASTLETOWN PRIMARY SCHOOL
INSPIRE EDUCATE SUCCEED
Welcome to The Hub at Castletown Primary School
These photos have
been taken by the
Kindy students
This week a buzz of excitement has
been centred around a new learning
space in our school called The Hub.
The Hub is our iPad learning
environment and houses 28 brand
new iPads that allows for all classes
to be able to have each student in
the class access an iPad at the same
time.
The Hub is accessible to all classes
from Kindergarten – Year 6.
Students will be using the iPads to
enhance and reflect upon their
learning. Students this week have
been learning to use the camera,
Book Creator App and Scratch Jr –
a coding app.
The school has recently subscribed
to Reading Eggs for the whole
school and parent letters with log-
on details will be sent home next
week.
We plan to have a Reading Eggs
Parent Information session on
Wednesday 23rd August and would
welcome all parents to attend this.
More information regarding this will
be sent home closer to the date.
Dear Parents
Welcome back for Term 3. Significant changes at the school include:
Our two Computer Hubs are now operational. All classes (K-6) access at least one Hub every week and with their
teachers work alongside an experienced ICT Support teacher to enhance capacity and capability. This negotiated
structure will scaffold our school’s opportunity to be accountable for reporting against Digital Technologies in 2018
and importantly support our students to both create and solve problems using computers.
The time-honoured Music Festival will be held in Week 5 and we are most fortunate to have Mrs Stevens, our Music
Specialist, to support all students in Years 5/6 (5 classes) to compete in the Class Percussion section and both Junior
and Senior Choir to represent Castletown PS. Our students are being incredibly well supported by Mrs Stevens and
we wish them all the very best for a successful 2017 Music Festival.
The introduction and uptake of Brightpath has commenced. Nine teachers have accessed training and are now working
with their respective Phase of Learning (POL) teams (K/P/1, Year 2/3 and Year 4/5/6) to introduce a Writing
assessment program in all classes. Brightpath is an assessment program developed over 10 years at the University of
Western Australia and it is a brilliant tool.
Whole school professional learning in Mathematics pedagogy occurred on the School Development Day and provided
a specific focus for our teachers to make appropriate adjustments to their classroom teaching and learning programs
for this new planning period.
I have aggregated all data from Semester 1 Reports for English, Mathematics and Attributes (Behaviour, Effort and
Attitude) for each class, Phase of Learning (POL) teams and the whole school. Teachers are collaborating in their POL
teams to set achievement targets for improvement in Semester Two. Importantly they have a specific focus to provide
differentiated curriculum access in their classrooms to ensure expected Achievement Standards are met by all
students.
Specific considerations for teachers and their planning for improvement in Semester Two include – the Principles of
Teaching/Learning/Assessment, enhancing parent engagement, Digital Technologies, collaboration/moderation and
Reporting.
Ms Ebbott, supported by Mr Weckert, has framed our Term 3 Faction Athletics Carnival and all teachers are
supporting students to train for selection in events. Teachers will have all nominations/selections completed in week 6
so that transparent event participation is available to students and parents well before the Faction Carnival (Week 8).
Ms Ebbott is working with the P&C to maximise parent engagement with the Faction Carnival.
Thanks to everyone in the school community for the support given to students and staff at this wonderful school.
Colin Brand Principal
Principal’s Message — Mr Brand
CERTIFICATES OF Congratulations to all students who received certificates at our Assembly on 27th July 2017. Well done!
EC 1 Wilani Braxton EC 2 Emma Kyle
EC3 Mikayla Jordy EC4 Khloe Beau
Room 00 Ariana Room 1 Tajaeiah Arabella
Room 2 Sebastian Hamish Room 3 James Jake
Room 4 Jayden Zoe Room 5 John Charlie
Room 6 Jesse Jake Room 7 Eli Jackson
Room 9 Matthew Zebb Room 10 Holly Luke
Room 11 Chace Lillianah Room 12 Anya Brock
Room 13 Kaci Nicholas Room 14 Room 14
Room 15 Joel Room 22 Mahala Ngami
Cleanest Room Award: 00
On the last day of term 2 we had our Year 4-6 swimming carnival at the BOILC. Championship races began the
carnival. These were 25m freestyle, 25m backstroke and 25m breaststroke. These were followed by the fun events of
Stack-a-board and Paddle Board Partner Pickup and Drop off. There was a student, parent, teacher relay that was won
by the teachers.
Champion and Runner-Up girls and boys were awarded for each year level. The winning faction for the carnival was
Cygnet! The results for the day were: Cygnet 256, Success 198, Parmelia 197, Challenger 162.
A big thank you to all our parent volunteers, teachers and sponsors who helped make our carnival such a success.
NAME YEAR CHAMPION/
RUNNER UP
SCORE SPONSOR
Keisha Moore 6 Girls CHAMPION 21 Hennessy Family Molly Hennessy 6 Girls RUNNER UP 18 J.P. Crawley Koopa Walsh 6 Boys CHAMPION 16 Ryan Family
Fraser Cleghorn 6 Boys RUNNER UP 11 McGrinder Family Chloe Seivwright 5 Girls CHAMPION 24 Esperance Trim & Canvas Jayme Ammon 5 Girls RUNNER UP 13 Esperance Truck Pro Harry Williams 5 Boys CHAMPION 19 Ruff Cuts Dog Grooming Cambel Hobson 5 Boys RUNNER UP 18 Florissons Home Furnishers
Molly Pechar 4 Girls CHAMPION 24 J.P. Crawley Shani Moore 4 Girls RUNNER UP 7 Florissons Home Furnishers
Benjumen Kloeden 4 Boys CHAMPION 18 Ryan Family Jai Bennier 4 Boys RUNNER UP 16 Twilight School of Surfing
We would also like to thank the Blakely Family, Hannaford Esperance and Esperance Truck Pro who kindly
sponsored ribbons and swimming caps.
THE VIRTUES PROJECT - DILIGENCE
WHAT IS DILIGENCE?
Diligence is working hard and doing the best job you possibly can. When you are diligent, you take special care to do things step by step. You think and move carefully to make sure things will turn out right. Being diligent is being industrious, giving all you have to whatever you do.
WHY PRACTISE DILIGENCE?
Without diligence, people act lazy and don’t get much done. They act as if what they do doesn’t count, rush through it or just do the least amount possible. Diligence helps you get things done with excellence and enthusiasm. Diligence leads to success. When you are diligent about the things you do, people rely on you and trust you to give your best effort.
HOW DO YOU PRACTISE DILIGENCE?
You practise diligence by deciding what you can do and then giving it all you have to give. You treat each action as important and do things carefully, one step at a time. You don’t rush through things. You give them your full attention. Diligence takes patience. When you work hard, you can accomplish wonderful things.
SIGNS OF SUCCESS
You are practising diligence when you…….
Pay attention to what you are doing Do things carefully, step by step Practise to the point of excellence Give your absolute best to what you do Work hard Don’t give up
6 a
RIBIT Reading In Bed Is Terrific The Home Reading Program
Congratulations to the following children who have read for 20 Nights:
EC3: Seth, Jayneesha, Olive, Shari EC4: Taylor, Taliah, Gracie Rm 3: Macey-Jane
Rm 22: Finlay, John, Mackenzie, Kye, Jai
Congratulations to the following children who have read for 50 nights:
EC3: Willow, William, Ella Rm 7: Georgia, Taj Rm 11: Kael Rm 12: Joshua, Jazmin, Ava,
Hailee, Peyton Rm 13: Izaak,, Jorja Rm 22: Cooper, Mahala, Lukas, Eli, Tyson
Congratulations to the following children who have read for 80 nights:
Rm 4: Ben Rm 5: John Rm 7: Arlie Rm 12: Ruby, Rachel Rm 13: Crystal
Congratulations to the following children who have read for 100 nights:
Rm 1: Hayley, Tiffany, Fraser, Katie, Layne, Devon Rm 2: James Rm 5: Cameron, Mason
Rm 11: Emelia Rm 12: Rachel Rm 13: Vaughan Rm 00: Indie
Congratulations to the following children who have read for 120 nights:
Rm 3: Joshua Rm 4: Jack Rm 7: Isabelle
Congratulations to the following children who have read for 150 nights:
Rm 4: Emily
Colds
Upper respiratory tract infections or colds are everywhere, especially in winter, so it is almost impossible to stop
children from catching them. Here are some points which may help:
Teach your child to cover his/her nose and mouth when coughing or sneezing, and to
wash hands straight afterwards.
Hands should be washed after blowing noses and before eating.
Use tissues once and then throw them in the bin. (Avoid using handkerchiefs.)
Keep your child home from school if he/she has a cold/cough/fever/pain.
Make sure that your children eat a balanced diet of plenty of healthy foods.
Keep children away from smoke – it irritates their eyes and nasal passages, making it more
likely that they will catch a cold.
What to do if your child gets a cold
No treatment will cure a cold or make it go away more quickly, but you can help your child feel more comfortable:
Rest: This need not be in bed.
Provide extra drinks: If your child doesn’t want to drink much, try giving lots of small sips of water, milk or juice, or ice blocks to suck for older children.
IT’S MUSIC FESTIVAL TIME AT THE
ESPERANCE CIVIC CENTRE
Thursday 17th & Friday 18th August
Years 5 & 6 percussion – Thursday 17th August 11.00-12.00
Junior & Senior Choirs – Friday 18th August 10.30-12.15
Please start organising your school uniform for the
performances. Choir children are required to wear
formal school uniform - tartan skirts/black stockings for
girls, long black pants for boys and black shoes.
FOOTY FEVER FRIDAY
4 August
All students are encouraged to come to school dressed in their favourite
footy (or other sporting team) colours and bring a gold coin donation.
Funds raised will help the Early Childhood P&C reach the $9000 target it
needs to purchase a large Forpark Castaway boat for the playground.
EC P&C members will visit classrooms on Friday 4 August to collect
donations and we hope everyone has a fun-filled time supporting this
initiative.
KINDY ENROLMENTS
2018
Final enrolments are being taken for Kindergarten in
2018.
Children who will be 4 years of age by 30th June 2018
are eligible to attend Kindergarten in 2018. To secure a
placement for your child, it is important that you apply to
enrol now as places are limited.
Applications for enrolment are available from the school
office. A copy of your child’s Birth Certificate and
Immunisation Record will be required.
For all enquiries please phone the
school on 9071 5599 or email
Castletown.PS@education.wa.edu.au
Castletown Primary School
has a nut free policy. Please
DO NOT send your child to
school with food containing
nuts or nut products.
For further information on allergies
go to: http://healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Anaphylaxis
Earn & Learn is on again - Start collecting today
Anyone can help our school earn amazing resources
Earn one sticker for every $10 spent at Woolworths. Complete Sticker Sheets.
Drop sheets in the Collection Box in the front office. Earn and Learn runs from 26th July
to 19th September 2017. Find out more at woolworths.com.au/earnandlearn
Monday 31st July ----------- P & C Meeting 2.00pm
Wed 2nd August ------ School Board Meeting 3.15pm
Friday 4th August ------------ Footy Dress Up Day
Monday 7th & 8th August ------ ---School Photo Day
The mathematical card game of Numero is back on the scene at
Castletown. This term, Mr Weckert and Mr Barter are supporting 34 of
our brightest mathematicians to make the teams that compete in the
Esperance heat of the AFG Interschool Numero Competition.
Castletown has traditionally faired very well in this competition, having competed in the Final in
Perth many times. The competition will take place on Monday 4th September at the Esperance Civic
Centre. We look forward to seeing how our talented students perform.
Scholastic Book Club Issue
5 has been sent home.
Orders, along with
payment, need to be
returned to your child’s
class teacher by next
Thursday August 3rd.
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