1st March, 2018

Message from the Principal Dear parents, staff and students,

Sign in procedure Principals are responsible for all visitors who enter the school grounds. As such, parents who visit the school during school hours for any purpose other than signing their child/ren in or out of school are asked to visit the office to sign in and obtain a visitor sticker. Parents will also be required to sign out prior to leaving. In the case of an emergency, this process ensures that we have a record of all individuals on the school premises. Your support in this matter is greatly appreciated.

Staff car park Parents are again reminded that the staff carpark is not to be used as a drop off or pick up point for their child. Furthermore, it is not to be used as a thoroughfare as there is significant risk involved with vehicles reversing and moving in and out of this area. Only parents who have a valid ACROD sticker are permitted to park in the disabled parking bay within the staff carpark.

Student Arrival Time Students who arrive at school after 8.40am are classified as being late. Students who arrive after this time must obtain a late note from the office prior to going to the classroom. Being late to class is disruptive for the student, the classroom teacher and the class. Classroom doors open at 8.30am and this is the recommended arrival time for students. This will allow students sufficient time to organise themselves for the start of the day. Parent support with this is appreciated.

National Day Of Action Against Bullying The eighth National Day of Action against Bullying and Violence will be held on Friday 16th March. On this day Australian schools stand united in saying, Bullying! No Way. The day also highlights their everyday work to counter bullying and violence and reinforces the message that bullying and violence at and outside of school is not okay at any time. In recognition of this message, students are encouraged to wear a white shirt (no offensive logos or statements) to school on the day.

Harmony Day Harmony Day will be celebrated on Wednesday 21st March. Harmony Day is a celebration of our cultural diversity – a day of cultural respect for everyone who calls Australia home. The message of Harmony Day is ‘everyone belongs’ and it aims to engage everyone to participate in their community, respect cultural and religious diversity and foster a sense of belonging for all. To recognise this important day, students are invited to either dress in a traditional costume from their heritage or wear an orange (the official Harmony Day colour) shirt/t-shirt (no offensive logos or statements). Please note that this is not a free dress day. If your child does not have a traditional costume or an orange shirt to wear, they are required to attend in school uniform.

East Beechboro Primary P&C Thank you to all the parents who attended the P&C AGM on Monday. I would like to welcome and congratulate our newly elected P&C committee.

President - Donna Linden Vice President - Ally Schaumann Treasurer - Lindsey Milieri Secretary - Katrina Mallon Uniform Shop Coordinator - Jesmond McGregor

On behalf of our school community, I would like to sincerely thank our exiting P&C President, Rose Elliott, the P&C Committee and members for their hard work and dedication in helping the school bring the best possible learning experiences to all of our students.

Parents Photographing and Recording at School Events Technology has enabled the ability to take photographs on a variety of devices which has increased the difficulty in monitoring photographing/filming practices. Parents who attend school events such as sport carnivals and assemblies are permitted to take photographs and video recordings for parent/student own use but not for publication or upload, unless you have the express consent of the individuals who appear in the image. Please be mindful of this and when taking photos/videos and try to limit this to your own child only.

Public Holiday Parents are reminded that this Monday, 5th March is the Labour Day Public Holiday. School will resume for students on Tuesday 6th March. I wish you all a very enjoyable long weekend. Shayne Harris Principal

Volume 1, 2018

EastBeechboro.PS@education.wa.edu.au School Website: www.eastbeechboroprimary.wa.edu.au

The official newsletter of: East Beechboro Primary School Brockmill Avenue BEECHBORO WA 6063 Phone: 9279 7299 Fax: 9378 2222

EAST BEECHBORO PRIMARY An INDEPENDENT PUBLIC SCHOOL

MID term NEWSLETTER

Jazmine Cole Keera-Lee Ryan

Miziah Daniel Buffy Saxon

Over the holidays, we had a large shelter installed on the school oval. This was installed over the playground and has provided students with a play area and seating that is protected from the sun. A special thank you to our P&C for applying for the State Government Community Grant which was spent on the hard top shade structure. Thank you also to Mrs Page in the front office for coordinating the installation.

NAPLAN - 15th - 25th May 2018 Students in Years 3 and 5 at East Beechboro Primary School will take their NAPLAN tests online this year, with the exception of Year 3 Writing which will still be taken on paper. If your child is to be exempt from NAPLAN testing due to disability or you wish to withdraw your child from the testing, please see a member of the Admin team for the appropriate paperwork. Adjustments for disability are also available should your child have a disability which requires this. Please see a member of Admin or discuss this with your child’s teacher. Further information will be sent home closer to the time of testing. If you would like to know more about NAPLAN Online or if you would like to preview the type of testing your child will undergo, please visit: www.nap.edu.au/online-assessment/publicdemonstration-site

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Honour Certificate Recipients 14th & 28th February

Back Row: Blaize, Diya, Crystal, Jack, Ebony, Arabelle, Zack, Ryan and Terani Second Row: Ysabelle, Mia, Jeremy, Ava, Mizban, Aiden, Xzailan, Claudia, Gabrielle, Cole, Grace and Daniel

Third Row: Leah, Christina, Donald, Ricky, Devyn, Zane, Achieng, Abbegayle, Shelby and Geu Front Row: Daniel, Dana, Laylah, Haydar, Zahra, Hamiora, Alexis, Ace and Malak

Absent for photo: Grace and Ethan

Back Row: Cole, Domenic, Owen, Vy, Wesley, Rhianna, Jaxon, Devon and Rebekah Second Row: Daphne, Deng, Hunter, Xavier, Grace, Riley, Benson, Mekhi, Amina, Nyigok, Kauther and Kaleirah Third Row: Aria, Rashaun, Aditya, Vaneeza, Amelia, Mckinlee, Piripi, Thala, Angus, Deanna, Krishna and Haylee

Front Row: Ella, Bentley, Flynn, Bradley, Teagan, Kellsey, Jordan, Arya, Charlotte and Chase Absent for Photo: Grace, Mae & Holly

Aussie of the Month Aussie of the Month certificates are

awarded to students who demonstrate good citizenship and display the virtues

that the school promotes.

Congratulations to the following students: Arnesh, Cataliya, Jacob and Elli

P&C MEMBERS - Many thanks to the P & C for working to build a sense of community and support for school programs. Your efforts are greatly appreciated. President - Donna Linden Vice President - Ally Schaumann Treasurer - Lyndsey Milieri Secretary - Katrina Mallon Uniform Shop Coordinator - Jesmond McGregor

SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS Staff: Shayne Harris, Jonas Byford & Stef Vranjes Board Chair: Karen Lippinkhof Community: Kea Harper Parent Representatives: Sharon Ashton, Rose Elliott, Amanda Taylor, Anne Chew & Shae Aiello Ex officio: Ann Evans

Andrew Stewart Awards Yr 1: Toby Chatterton, Chloe Earley, Lucas Harding, Sanvi Patel, Katreeya Richards, Alexia Skinn, Chanel Taylor and Paige Waddell

Yr 2: Abbegayle Albert, Ella Ali, Reid Ashton, Sarah Clements, Jett Elliott, Logan Eversen, Lincoln Jacobs, Havana Johnston, Howard Nguyen, Jakoda Pihema, Ethan Powell, Thala Douangboutdy, Zach Farr, Malak Idan, Tayla Linden, Gabriella McCullaugh and Edward Wang

Yr 3: Lexzy-Lee Jolly, Aditya Parbhakar, Ryker Phillips, Drew Gunson, William Heelan and Joel Lemarchand

Yr 4: Ysabelle Barnachea, Thomas Collard, Jaylah Graham, Kayla Hidderley, Elias Neville and Jaxon Wickham

Yr 5: Brandon Bailey, Rabab Batat, Harry Doggett, Minaya Ellis, Jontae Garlett, Daphne Haddon, Bimal Kesavan, Jai McGregor, Crystal Nguyen, Keira O’Brien, Ella Rowe, Renee Su, Michael Wang and Lilly Zurakowski

Yr 6: Joshua Bumstead, Marley Kingi-Maru and Vy Tran

Bronze Badge: Ella Ali, Jett Elliott, William Heelan and Thomas Collard

Silver Badge: Ysabelle Barnachea and Elias Neville

Gold Badge: Lexzy-Lee Jolly, Jontae Garlett and Crystal Nguyen

Gold Merit Badge: Daphne Haddon

Camp Australia The school offers onsite

before and after school care through Camp Australia. There is no cost associated with registering your child. Charges are only incurred if your child takes part in a session. Before care: 6.30am-8.40am After care: 2.45pm-6pm

Fliers are available in the office or visit www.campaustralia.com.au.

PLEASE NOTE THAT CAMP AUSTRALIA WILL NOT OPERATE ON EASER TUESDAY (3RD APRIL 2018 )

School App - Keep up to date with school information and notify the

school of student absences.

For instructions on installing the app, please visit the office. It is essential for parents to stay up to date with the latest iOS operating system releases /updates and the latest Smartlink App versions. This applies to all apps on the App store.

Important Dates 2nd March - Mid Term Rewards 5th March - WA Day PUBLIC HOLIDAY 7th March - Room 11 Assembly 14th March - Student Councillor Assembly 15th March - Cake Stall held by Rooms 3, 4 & 6

CONCERNS / COMPLAINTS

If at any time you have a matter which you feel you need to discuss please contact the school. Please note that ALL formal complaints should be marked Private and Confidential and sent to the Principal.

Canteen The canteen is open on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

Please ensure that you are ordering from the current menu. The canteen now offers online ordering. To get started visit:

Sign up by completing the registration form. You will receive a confirmation email with an activation link. Activate your account and login to the website. Add your child and the school. It is that simple!

Uniform Shop Days:

Tues 2.30pm-3.00pm Wed 8.40am-9.15am Fri 8.40am-9.15am & 2.30 - 3.00pm

School Banking

Come and see us in the Library every Friday from 8.15 to 8.40am. Dates: Term 1: MAR: 4th, 11th, 18th, 19th, 16th, 23rd & Thurs 29th APR: 6th & 13th

Andrew Stewart Awards

Andrew Stewart Awards are presented to students in recognition of good behaviour,

demonstration of good work, effort and displaying the Virtues. Congratulations to Joshua who

received a Bronze Medallion.

Well done on this excellent achievement.

We would love your help

collecting Coles sports for

Schools for our school. Tell your

friends and family to

get involved as well, because the more vouchers we collect, the

more sports gear our school will

receive.

* Most Australian residents are eligible for

some form of government rebate Contact the

Family Assistance Office on 13 61 50

Monster Easter Raffle Our Year 6 students will be holding the annual Monster

Easter Raffle to fundraise for future Senior School activities. Raffle tickets will be sent home shortly. Each ticket is 50 cents. All prizes will be drawn at our Easter

Assembly on Wednesday 28th March.