Our 2018 focus is writing, fluency and problem solving.

31620 Bruce Highway, MS 71, BOOYAL Q 4671 Phone (07) 41 260 177 Fax (07) 0741 260181

Principal: Mrs Dawn Dolinski E-mail: ddoli4@eq.edu.au

The ‘WAFFLE’ Issue 4: 14th May 2018

Our vision: We aim to improve the world, one Booyal student at a time, by challenging and

supporting every student to reach their absolute potential in learning and behaviour whilst

encouraging them to demonstrate an enthusiastic ‘can do’ attitude, care for each other,

contribute positively to the wider world, dream big, think ‘outside the box and have a healthy

dose of fun along the way!

Hello everyone,

Phew, what a term this one is rolling out to be. It seems that something out of the

ordinary has happened every week so far. Thankfully, other than this being a NAPLAN

week, it looks like things will be back on track for the rest of the term. Fingers crossed.

Remember, Term 2 is a week longer than ususal; 11 weeks in total.

At the end of this term we will farewell Mrs Hollier who is looking forward to retirement

after over 40 years teaching. She’s well and truly on the home straight now!

What has been happening?

Students respectfully participated in an ANZAC service at school. Several families

also marched and laid a wreath during the ceremony in Childers. Particular thanks to

Mrs Warren for taking the banner/hats and supervising the children since Mrs

Hollier and I could not attend this year. We were very proud of everyone.

Attachment(s): none this time!

Our 2018 focus is writing, fluency and problem solving.

Cross Country: Thanks to Givelda State School staff for organising this year’s Small Schools’

Cross Country Carnival. We had nearly full attendance and great support

from parents and friends, which was lovely to see. As always, everyone,

without fail…(even the little girl who commented that “I am just not

built for running!” ) tried their Booyal Best. It was heart-warming to

see great determination, sportsmanship and pride. Top stuff!

Our 2018 focus is writing, fluency and problem solving.

Clinton, Jayden, Leeroy, Mason and Mary were selected to compete in the next level of the

competition so ran in the Gin Gin District trials where they also did an admirable job. Clinton and

Jamie were nominated to race in the Bundaberg trials the following week. They put in a mighty

effort. Well done, lads.

School Review: Our four yearly school review was an intense, yet very worthwhile

and positive experience. The two reviewers spent a couple of days at school,

talking to a large number of people, reviewing documentation and generally getting

a feel for how we do things around here, particularly how student learning occurs.

The reveiwerws were very impressed with the learning that occurs at Booyal, the

relationships that exists in the school community and the innovative approach we

take to things. Should you wish to have a read, an executive summary of the review findings is on

the website. Their suggestions will be considered as we formulate the next quadrennial school

review; the plan that directs the school operations for the next 4 years.

Following the school review I was lucky enough to spend 2 informative days at reviewer training in

Brisbane.

Our 2018 focus is writing, fluency and problem solving.

Vision Testing: An optometrist visited and provided free sight testing to the

Preps. Hopefully this will be an annual occurrence which will benefit future

students.

Gymnastics: Thanks to Mrs Pelusi’s grant application, the students have enjoyed a series of

gymnastics lessons from a trained instructor. They have had lots of fun and found muscles they

never knew existed! Later in the year we will either invite Mr Hogan (the coach) back for

another day or, perhaps, visit his Gymfinity centre in Bundaberg.

New Sports Equipment: Big, new soccer goals have

been placed on the oval and two exercise bikes have

been purchased from money donated by the Grand

Hotel. The bikes are now ready for use; bolted, side by

side, on the veranda outside the big classroom.

Technology: Mr Leeson returned

this term (and will come back every

three weeks for a day) so

Technology lessons are well under

way again. This year, lessons will

involve computer skills, coding, robotics and 3D

printing.

Guidance Officer: We are fortunate to have access to Ms Wilde, a very experienced guidance

officer. She visited last week and will return in a few weeks’ time to assess and support students

with particular needs. Michelle is also available to speak with parents/carers who would appreciate

advice regarding their children’s academic and emotional wellbeing. Please let me know it you would

like further information.

Our 2018 focus is writing, fluency and problem solving.

Daily Rapid Reading: Thanks to Mrs Bendell, Ms Claire and Mrs Kovacs

for continuing to support the students in Daily Rapid Reading. They give

your child/ren 15 minutes of individualised practice and teaching two or

three times a week. This has made a proven difference to their

performance.

Homework: Homework is back in full swing and is generally being done well.

Students who have homework that is not handed in, incomplete or done in a

careless manner know that they have to do it in their own playtime. Thank you

for your support.

Mother’s Day: Happy Mother’s Day to all our Booyal mums (and other special ladies in

the students’ lives). Enjoy your special day and know that you are loved more than

words can say. We hope that you enjoyed your special cards and gifts.

Several mums and a very special aunty visited our class on Friday morning to hear their Year 3 – 6

child/ren talk about how extra-special they were. They were each also presented with a highly

prized ‘World’s Best Mum’ gold medal. It was a lovely morning where we all certainly ‘felt the love.’

Well done everyone, your writing was a credit to you.

Read To Me Day: The students thoroughly enjoyed spending time with Mrs Robertshaw and Mrs

Webb on Friday morning. They heard some wonderful stories, completed craft activities and learnt

about the upcoming ‘Read To Me Day’ and literacy activities that will be taking place in Childers

(which we will take part in). It was a lot of fun and highlighted the important message that reading

is vitally important.

Our 2018 focus is writing, fluency and problem solving.

Congratulations: Danita performed admirably at the recent Bundaberg Eisteddfod.

She played both the piano and cello, placing well in both instruments. Danita was

invited to perform at the gala concert on Friday where she was also awarded the

'Most Promising Strings' competitor of the eisteddfod. Well done. Wonderful Community Support: Thanks to a very generous donation by

the St Vincent De Paul Society we have

four school uniforms to donate. This will

be done by a special raffle this Friday.

Each family will have the same number of

tickets in the draw as they do children.

Should you not wish to be included in this

activity please let me know.

St Vincent De Paul can offer confidential support to those experiencing financial and

emotional stress. I encourage you to contact them in Childers; there is a lot of

assistance available.

What is coming up?

NAPLAN: Students in Years 3 and 5 will participate in NAPLAN testing this

Tuesday – Thursday. We take a low key approach to this and most respects the

children think that this is just a normal English or Maths lesson. No stress. We

encourage students to tackle NAPLAN just as they would any lesson; try their best and ‘go with

the flow.’

School Photos: Our regular school photographers, Country School Photos, are due to

visit on Friday 8th June.

The Childers Show is on Saturday 26th May. As part of the schools’

competition our P- 2 and 3 – 6 students will be creating two Childers themed

mascots, as well as contributing to the regular pavilion competitions and displays. P&C will operate

the canteen.

Booyal Bunyip Entrepreneurs: The Booyal Bunyip Entrepreneurs will spring

into action properly from next week. The whole group project will focus on

raising funds for koala conservation – two groups Years 3-4 and 5-6 will

work on different activities. As in previous years, all students in Years 4 – 6

will also have the opportunity to run their own businesses, if they wish to.

Times Tables: Starting last week students will be receiving extra practice with

their times tables. This will be individualised and focused on automaticity.

Our 2018 focus is writing, fluency and problem solving.

Athletics: There has been change of date for the Small Schools’ Athletics

Carnival. It is now be held on Friday 20th July, the first Friday of term 3.

School Play: Mr Horner has kindly offered to work with the

children to produce a short, 30 minute play of the Jungle Book,

which they will present at the end of the year.

Other ‘stuff’

Theft: It disturbs me to mention that there have been a few instances of theft at

school this term; not major things but it has happened more than once and is something

that we will NOT tolerate in any shape or form at Booyal Central. Staff have spoken

about this with the children and would appreciate if you could reinforce the message at

home, along with instructions about the importance of looking after one’s own belongings and

letting a staff member know if something goes missing (or if anything else untoward happens that

we should know about).

In light of the above comments and in line with school policy please ensure that students do not

bring toys or other valuables to school. Jewellery and fancy hair decorations are also not part of

our school uniform and should be left at home. All items (including pencils, rubbers etc.) should be

clearly named. Thank you for your help.

Staffing Next Semester: There will be some staffing changes next semester.

Mrs Ilett will replace Mrs Hollier on Monday – Wednesdays, except for the last

4 weeks of Term 3. We have not yet found a replacement for that time. Mr

Monks will replace Mrs Hollier on Fridays and also be acting principal when I am

away for 3 weeks.

Camp 2018: Exciting news! This year our camp will be held on Wednesday 28th – Friday 30th

November in Hervey Bay. We will be based at Campiabla

( https://www.campialba.com.au ) and activities will be organised

nearby. This will be a camp for all students, Prep – Year 6. As

always, in order to attend, students need to have behaved in a

safe and responsible manner throughout the year. We cannot risk

the safety and wellbeing of them or other students.

Volunteers: Thank you to those parents who continue to volunteer at

school and those who have offered to this term. We very much

appreciate your help.

Our 2018 focus is writing, fluency and problem solving.

Do you remember our 2018 priorities?

writing (paragraphing & spelling)

reading fluency

problem solving in Maths

Each day of our lives we make deposits in

the memory banks of our children. Charles R Swindoll

Did you know?

Peanuts are one of the ingredients in dynamite.

A shark is the only fish that can blink with both eyes.

A single teaspoon of honey represents the life work of 12 bees.

P&C NEWS

The P&C will be operating the canteen at the Childers Show on Saturday 26th May. This is

the major fundraiser for the year and help keep the cost you pay for school camp down.

Volunteers are needed. Can you spare an hour or two to help? If so please see Desrae,

Kerry or Nancy. Thank you.

Next meeting Wednesday 13th June, after school. All welcome.

Students know that they

are doing their ‘Booyal Best

…and nothing less’ if they

are behaving:

Respectfully

Responsibly

Safely

Our 2018 focus is writing, fluency and problem solving.

Well done everyone!

Parades have been few and far between due to short weeks, the school review and Mrs D

being away, however here is a selection of some of our award recipients, GOTCHA winners

and Students Of The Week. There are plenty of great smiles.

Our 2018 focus is writing, fluency and problem solving.

AND FINALLY……What sort of TV shows do you enjoy the least?

Olivia: Bolt

Sophia: Spiderman

Tara: Bananas In Pyjamas

Zayde: Home & Away and Neighbours

Beau: Dr Who

Callum: Smurfs

Keenan: the news and Sunrise

Lucia: the news and Sunrise

Sally: Star Wars

Tom: Dora The Explorer

Hayley: Telly Tubbies

Jessica: Get Blake

Aliyah: Powerpuff Girls

Charlie: My Little Pony

Danita: 100 Things To Do Before High School

Gypsy: The news

Mason: Neighbours and Home & Away

Deklyn: all those girlie shows!

Leeroy: Powerpuff Girls

Clinton: My Little Pony

Jamie: all ABC2 shows

Jayden: Will & Grace

Mary: Home & Away

Zac: The News

Mrs D: NCIS, Criminal Minds and those other violent police shows

Diary

9 a.m. Mondays Parade

Tuesday 15th – Thursday 17th May NAPLAN; Years 3 & 5

Saturday 26th May Childers Show

Friday 8th June School Photos

Saturday 9th June Casserole & Karaoke Night, Booyal Hall

Friday 20th July Small Schools’ Athletics

Friday 29th June Mrs Hollier’s last day – last day of term

Tuesday 17th July Hearing Tests

Thursday 19th July Trish Jackson visiting

Monday 30th – Tuesday 31st July Archery

Friday 10th August AVA Pets visiting

Monday 13th August Show Holiday

Tuesday 21st August – Thursday 6th September Mrs D on leave – Birdsville Races

Saturday 25th August Optiminds - Bundaberg

November – date TBC School Concert – The Jungle Book

Wednesday 28th – Friday 30th November Camp – Hervey Bay

Wednesday 12th December Graduation / Awards Ceremony