Bracknell Primary School

Department of Education

From the Principal’s desk….

Issue 1~ 9 February 2016

OUR VISION ~ ‘Every Child – Every Day’

Welcome

I am very pleased to welcome all students, parents and staff to the start of the 2016 school year, and what a fantastic start we have had. Teachers have worked hard to ensure that our

fantastic teaching and learning programs are under way, and our students are showing great enthusiasm for learning. A huge welcome to our Kinder students and families – it is great to

have you all here.

Children’s Crossing Thank you to Meander Valley Council for installing a children’s crossing on our busy

intersection at the school. This would not have been possible without the perseverance and commitment from one of our mum’s, Sheena Peters, who petitioned the council in the best

of interests of keeping all students safe. What a great outcome for our students and community. Please encourage and model a safe crossing to your child.

School Entry & Exit Point The entry and exit point for all students, parents and visitors is the top gate near the

Multipurpose/LIL building. It is important that students/parents do not enter/exit the grounds via the other two gates near the staff carpark for a number of safety reasons,

including accidentally leaving the gate ajar for our little people to wander out of. We really appreciate your support and assistance with this.

New Staff to the School

There are a few new faces that you might see around our school. Mrs Kim James – Middle Primary Teacher W, Th, F

Mrs Debbie Pavia – Lower Primary Aide (Term 1) M, T & F Mr Paul Ballard – School Chaplain Mondays Once again the Western Tiers Community Church has provided substantial funding to

resource the chaplaincy role. We really appreciate this community assistance as it supports all students within our school.

Professional Support Staff

Due to a new model of service delivery across the north of Tasmania we have had a change in our support staff. We welcome to Bracknell Primary:

School Psychologist: Kylie Wickham School Social Worker: Kylee Bannon

School Speech and Language Pathologist: Alison Gardner

We would like to thank Jason Thomas, Susan Diprose and Sally O’Donnell for their

commitment to working with our families over recent years. All new professional support

staff will receive a formal handover from their predecessor and begin at our school within

the next few weeks. Until the official handover takes place, our previous support staff will

still be available to support students and families as required.

PTO

What’s coming up soon….

Wed 17 Feb

Meet The Teacher -

Lower Primary Miss Phair 5.00-

5.20pm

Middle Primary Mrs James/Miss

Ridge 5.30-5.50pm

Upper Primary Mr Newman

6.00-6.20pm

Everyone is invited.

Thu 18 Feb

Assembly 2.15pm Upper Primary

Class. Everyone is invited.

Fri 19 Feb

Book Club Issue 1 due at school.

Wed 24 Feb

Launceston Cup Holiday.

Sat 27 Feb Bracknell Primary P&F Fundraiser For

School Library

Under The Western Tiers Outdoor

Movie & Family Fun Night

Bracknell Primary School Oval

Cost:- $5.00 per/person, Max $25

per/family

Movie:- Inside Out (PG) at 8.30pm

Other:- Free Entertainment at

6.30pm

Jumping Castle ($2 per/child)

6.30pm to 8.30pm

BBQ Food, Snacks & Drinks

Don't forget to bring chairs,

blankets, bean bags

Tickets;- Can be purchased on the

night or by phoning 0409 604 189.

Everyone is invited.

What’s on around the corner at school….

Thu 3 Mar

Assembly 2.15pm Middle Primary Class.

Everyone is invited.

Mon 14 Mar

Public Holiday

Thu 17 Mar

Assembly 2.15pm Lower Primary Class.

Everyone is invited.

Fri 25 Mar to Tue 19 Mar

Easter.

Thu 7 Apr

End of Term for students.

Fri 8 Apr

Moderation Day.

Tue 26 Apr

Anzac Day Service. Everyone is invited.

Tasmanian Fire Service Education

Program - all students.

May 5, 6 & 7

Agfest.

Term Dates 2016

Term 2

Tue 26 Apr - Fri 1 Jul

Term 3

Tue 19 Jul - Fri 23 Sept

Term 4

Mon 10 Oct - Thu 21 Dec

Professional Learning/Moderation

Days 2016 - no school for students

Fri 8 Apr - Moderation Day

Mon 18 Jul - Professional Learning Day

Fri 21 Oct - Professional Learning Day

School Association

School Association meetings are held the last month of every term. Do you have

anything for the Agenda for Term 1? Please see one of the following members if you

would like anything raised at our next meeting: Chris Parker (Chair), Sharon Bugg,

Sharryn Crothers, Dellie Jordan, Ian Mackenzie & Annette Strickland.

Do you work? Or have other commitments? Are you rushing to

pick up your child/ren on time? Or would you like a few extra

hours child free? Bracknell Primary Outside School Hours Care is

the place for you, offering outside school hour care in a fun,

relaxing and safe environment, and what’s better it is based on

the school grounds. Casual and Permanent bookings are

available from Monday-Friday 3pm-6.00pm. For more information

or to make a booking call Tamika on 0429 327 370

CONTACT DETAILS

53 Jane Street, BRACKNELL, TAS 7302

Phone: (03) 6397 3288 Fax: (03) 6397 3552

Email: bracknell.primary@education.tas.gov.au

Web: www.education.tas.gov.au/bracknellprimary

Community News

Maryanne's Dance & Fitness For 2016 Classes Resume Back Thursday 11th Feb at

Bracknell Town Hall Jazz & Tap for all ages.

For enquiries Ph: 6397 3376 or 0409 604 178

From the Principal’s desk continued ….

Meet the Teacher Our ‘Meet the Teacher’ information session will be held on Wednesday, 17th

February at the following times: Lower Jess Phair 5:00-5:20pm

Middle Kim James/Lauren Ridge 5:30-5:50pm Upper Tom Newman 6:00-6:20pm

Parents/carers have the opportunity to visit the classroom and learn about class

routines during a short presentation from your child’s teacher. A qualified

teacher will be available in the Multipurpose Room to supervise your child/ren

for the duration of the session.

Professional Learning for Teachers

To ensure our staff are up-to-date with current initiatives and research we have

several training days for teachers this term. Whilst this may cause disruption to

some class routines I will be working with relief teachers to ensure as much

continuity as possible. Regards, Sharryn

Free household hazardous waste drop off The Northern Tasmanian Waste Management Group is holding a free household hazardous waste drop off on the 27

th and 28

th of February.

The drop off collection is a registered service for all residents of northern Tasmania including the Break O Day, Dorset, George Town, Launceston, Meander Valley, Northern Midlands and West Tamar areas, for domestic quantities of household chemicals. Only registered materials will be accepted for disposal. The types of chemicals accepted include: Solvents and household cleaners, Floor care products, Ammonia-based cleaners, Pesticides and herbicides, Poisons, Pool chemicals, Hobby chemicals, Acids and alkalis

Registrations close on Wednesday 24

th February.

Date Location Registration process

8:00am - 5:00 pm 27 February 2016

50 Lamont Street, Inver-

may

Call the City of Launceston Customer Service Centre on 6323 3000

8:30 am - 11:30 am 28 February 2016

3 Ellenor Street, Scotts-

dale

Call the Dorset Council depot on 6352 6510

1:30 pm - 4:30 pm 28 February

Alveston Drive, Deloraine

Call the Meander Valley Customer Service Centre on 6393 5300

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