Willans Hill School News

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Term 4

23 October 2019

Every student has the ability to learn, achieve and succeed. Together we nurture, guide and foster successful learners in a safe, respectful learning environment, recognising the capabilities of all students. Encouragement is

provided to build and foster relationships to empower every student to make valuable contributions within their community.

Terms 4 Event Time

Wednesday 23 October 2019 P&C Meeting 6:30pm

Monday 4 November 2019 Primary school farm visit To be advised

Monday 18 November 2019 Steer auction To be advised

Tuesday 3 December 2019 International Disability Day Special assembly

Wednesday 11 December 2019 Presentation Evening To be advised

Wednesday 18 December 2019 Last day of Term 4

Making sense of the

world

Challenging,

engaging and

innovative learning

Building a

professional learning

community

Welcome back to students, parents, carers and staff. I hope you all had a safe and happy holiday. I am looking forward to catching up with you during Term 4. Congratulations to Maddie Imrie who has been permanently appointed to the school as a classroom teacher. Welcome to Bianca Steman who is replacing Pamela Steer on

Class 2.

Improving transitions is an area that we have focused on within our school plan. In Term 3 the leadership team, in consultation with staff and the P&C, evaluated the school plan, in particular transitions. Based on feedback from staff and parents/carers we identified that often returning to school after the Christmas break is an extremely difficult time for our students. This is made further challenging by students moving into a different classroom with a new staff member. We have decided to trial a new transition process at the beginning of 2020. Students will return to school in Term 1 2020 and remain in their previous classroom with the staff from 2019 until at least week 4. During the four weeks staff will complete a handover to the new classroom staff. Further information will be provided regarding this change as the term

progresses.

In Term 2, the Wagga RSL Club agreed to support the school to purchase a new bus. We are excited to announce that the new bus was delivered to the school on the last day of Term 3. The bus will be used to support students’ access programs in our community such as work experience and attend excursions that will improve the quality of our teaching and learning programs. On behalf of students, staff and

the school community thank you to the RSL club for their support.

A gentle reminder that staff are on

duty from 8.45am in the morning and

that school finishes at 3.00pm.

Students must have approved leave

if they are leaving between 9.00am

and 3.00pm. Being on time and

present at the beginning of the day

is important as it prepares students for their day. When students are

late it disrupts their morning routine and the learning of other

students. We ask that all families drop off and pick up their children

at the appropriate times. If you require assistance or have any

questions please do not hesitate to contact the school.

Please remember to let the school know if there have been any changes to your child’s Health Care needs. If your child requires medication at school then you must provide a letter from your doctor indicating the name of the medication and times when it must be administered. All medication must be clearly labelled and handed directly to staff . Medication must not be carried by students or

placed in the students bag..

The school recently purchased new clocks which have been hung in all playground areas. The staff of Willans Hill pride themselves on punctuality and will also be able to

use these as learning tools.

Gabrielle Sheather Principal

Week 1 Class 1 Sophie Deveraux Settling into a new class and school.

Class 2 Alyan Hasan Enthusiastically settling into the new term.

Class 3 Henry Pavitt Excellent attitude towards working.

Class 5 Dizheen Al Hamo Settling straight back into the class routine.

Class 6 Danielle Steel Excellent effort during sign on.

Class 7 Maggie Standley Writing a detailed holiday recount.

Class 8 Jack Ritchie Strong comprehension and recall skills in English.

Class 9 Kiara Quade Displaying an enthusiastic attitude on her return to school.

Week 2 Class 1 Ana Harvey Incredible engagement across all areas.

Class 2 Chayse Camery Excellent leadership and kindness to others.

Class 3 Brooklyn Alexander Improved communication. Saying ‘more’ and ‘finished’ when using

Proloquo2Go.

Class 5 Deanna Weston Excellent following instructions in physical education (PE) games.

Class 6 Naomi Gadsden Increased focus and accuracy during morning routine.

Class 7 Jaz Seymour Requesting assistance from staff using a switch and choice board.

Class 8 Toby Mildren Working hard in all areas. A great start to Term 4.

Class 9 Ephram Abdel-Malak Engagement in personal development, health & physical education

(PDHPE) theoretical and practical activities.

Ajay Beer Displaying enjoyment for bocce (carpet bowls) during sport.

Cooper Hallcroft Listening to instructions whilst on his horse at riding.

Harry Tooze Enthusiastic participation in school sport.

Charlie Achilles Participating enthusiastically in “rob the nest” game during sport.

Jack Ritchie Calm participation in mindfulness sport activities.

Maggie Standley Excellent balance on her horse when doing balance activities.

Charlie Achilles Great sportsmanship at bowling.

Danielle Steele For being responsible by making positive choices.

Sport Awards

We have had a busy

and productive start to

Term 4.

Shaving

cream

fun in

Class 1

Your help needed

With your help our school could win $20,000 to put

towards outdoor learning areas!

If you would like to enter the competition to put us in the running

for this prize, here are the details.

With every participating OMO product you buy before 7 November, you can enter the competition by visiting www.omo.com.au and completing the online entry form. You will need to enter your full name, phone number, email

address and the participating store where you purchased the

product and your receipt number as well as the name, suburb and

postcode of our school.

You need to enter before midnight on 7 November and you must

keep a clear copy of your original receipt.

Thanks for your interest in giving our school a chance to win this

fabulous prize!

Image is an example only. Prize will vary depending on school.

Celebrity Cricket Match

Mark Taylor Oval, Bolton Park,

Wagga

Sunday 27th October

10.00am - 2.00pm

Join in the fun with celebrities from near & far including swimming legend DAWN

FRASER, GWS Giants HARRY PERRMAN, MP WES FANG.

BBQ, Jumping Castle, Face Painting, Ice Cream and Coffee Vans

Entry by donation

Monies raised to McGrath Foundation to place more McGrath Breast Care Nurses

around Australia and increase breast health understanding. Together we can make a difference

Volunteers needed:

The P&C are calling for volunteers to help in the canteen on Wednesdays . If you are interested in helping and are

available between 9:30am -2:30pm please email the P&C at willanshillpandc@gmail.com or call the school on

6925 1076. Your help is greatly appreciated.