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2005 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING AND ANNUAL REPORT |
The
Annual General Meeting of the Happy Valley School Governing Council was
held on Monday 7th March. The evening began with presentations
by students on their learning activities last year, and for the first part
of this year. With slide show presentations, information sharing and
drama, the students presented their messages about the way in which they
are enjoying their learning. Thank you to the parents who attended the
meeting and to the students for their very well shared presentations.
Reports from the Chairperson and Committee Convenors were presented to the
meeting and the 2004 Annual Report was tabled. Copies of the reports and
the 2005 budget, which was adopted at the meeting, are available from the
front office if you were unable to attend the meeting.
Elections for Governing Council were held, and all positions on the
Council for this year were filled. Thank you to retiring Councillors for
your outstanding commitment, and to newly elected Councillors for wishing
to be involved. It will be an excellent year of leadership that you will
share in!
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Retiring Feb. 2006 |
Retiring Feb. 2007 |
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Robert Low |
Cheryl Hamilton |
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Judy Hardwick |
Greg Andrews |
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Wendy Lithgow |
Michael Fowler |
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Wendy Nicolle |
Gerri McGregor |
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Georgie Goldfinch |
Joanne Waldon |
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Sandie Sherriff |
Jennifer Whitehead |
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Heather Jesshope |
Dianne Gordon |
The
new Council has elected the following members to leadership positions for
this year:
Dianne
Gordon Chairperson
Heather Jesshope Deputy Chairperson
Wendy Nicolle Secretary
Congratulations to these members for taking on these leadership positions.
Our
Year 6 and 7 students have been participating in their Aquatics program
this week and here are their reports.
"Today
was cold but the water was warm. When we got to the boards the waves were
big. Tracey told us how to tell where a rip was, and she got us to find
one. When we got into the water it was nice and warm so everyone got in
fast. There were really good waves but hard to catch. We got about 5
waves and somewhere we did get to the end of the shore. It started to
rain really hard but we didn't care. My toe is fine now and it doesn’t
hurt anymore." Amy C |
"LOCATION:
Noarlunga Beach (Port) next to lots of beaches, shacks. On the beach
basically.
ACTIVITY: I'm doing sailing. A really fun activity and if you were to do
it you'd love it.
EQUIPMENT: Boat, sails, instructor, ropes, 4 people and lots of other bits
and pieces like life jackets and jackets.
WEATHER & CONDITIONS: Today it was rather calm unlike yesterday on
Tuesday. But it was like always wind change, the sea was always choppy!
It was rather cold but not super, super cold!!
REPORT: Overall it was pretty cool and fast at times when the wind changes
and I really like my instructor he's cool!!
FUNNY STUFF: Our instructor is really funny and makes it fun like a sport
activity.
INSTRUCTOR: My instructor's name is Terry and the other lady's name is Jo
(Joe)."
Jacob
"I
wore my wetsuit again today but when I put it on I shreaked. It was way
cold. Yesterday I wore a 12 and 16 (because I swapped them) but today I
wore a 14. It was perfect. This time I got one of the good hard back
blue boogie boards, instead of the grey one. It was supposed to be 22
today but I think it was a little cooler. The water was more bluey-green
today and it was far warmer. Some of the time it was windy but it became
really warm and at one point the sun was out. The waves were HUGE! One
wave I got pushed all the way back to shore on. But there were a few that
flipped my boogie board underneath me and I hurt my stomach. A funny
thing I saw was one of the surfers did a 360 flip in the air on his board
because of this major wave that pummelled him.
Sarah E |
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a fun and social way for kids to keep fit and get to school safely
In an
effort to ease traffic congestion around our school and improve the
safety, health and fitness of students, we would like to establish several
Walking School Bus routes.
Last
year we established our first bus route from the Seaview Drive area, and
with parent support it operated for most days of the year.
A
Walking School Bus has at least one adult driver who walks along an
agreed route, collecting all children (passengers) waiting at
designated bus stops and walking them to school. After school, they
walk back along the same route.
While
there is no limit to the number of children that can be on any one bus,
there will be a maximum of eight children, including toddlers, per adult.
All registered passengers will be issued with an identifying tag
and drivers will be trained and approved by the school.
Routes, and frequency, will be established along those roads most used by
our students, depending on the level of interest shown by parents and
their willingness to volunteer as drivers. The scheme will not only
ease the congestion around our school grounds, but also provides a safe,
social and environmentally friendly journey for our students.
We are
trying to find out whether setting up walking bus routes for our school
this year has your support. We would be grateful if you would complete the
tear off form at the end of the newsletter and return it to school by the
end of week 9.
If we
have enough interest, we would like to start the Walking School Bus routes
next term. The service will be free and a co-ordinator will organise
parent volunteers to act as drivers.
A
meeting will be held at the school once we know the level of interest in
establishing bus routes this year.
We
have been approached by Hans Education Academy and the International
Education Services of the Education Department to ascertain whether our
school would be interested in again hosting a group of Korean students,
this time for 5 weeks from the start of Term 3. Several of our previous
Home-stay families have indicated an interest in hosting children again,
and we would like to know if there are other families who are also
interested in hosting a child in the next program. If you are interested
would you please complete the return slip at the end of the newsletter and
return to me at school. Many thanks.
Judy Davies |
In
Week 5 our Year 3 --5 students enjoyed some beautiful weather for their
swimming week at the Marion Swimming Centre.
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HOSTING GERMAN STUDENT TEACHERS |
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Our school has been asked whether we would like to take up the
opportunity of hosting a German student teacher (aged 18 -- 24
years) for the last four weeks of term three. |
The
students will be in South Australia to enhance their English as well as to
learn about our culture. They will observe and assist in several classes
across different age groups.
They
will require accommodation and meals with families but will probably wish
to be independent some of the time.
If you
are interested in further information please contact Barb Williams.
Congratulations
to the following students who have received Principal's Awards at the last
Primary Assembly, for demonstrating our school values. They are -- Shona
Mayne, Shane Martin, Dylan Lawrence, Kieran Phillips, Damien Taylor, Luke
Taylor, Aaron Finan, Elise Hardwick, Dayna Cox, Jack Reynolds, Shaun
Lapere, Leah Wright, Nicole Szelag and Deni Varnhagen.
Congratulations to Amelia Jutilane-Maynard who has been selected as a
percussionist in one of the Festival of Music Primary School orchestras.
She will perform in the orchestra for several performances in the Festival
Theatre in September. Fantastic news! Amelia.
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"Understanding
the role of power in relationships helps us to identify harmful behaviours
and to develop a SHARED approach to these issues"
(Website of Friendly Schools and Families -- see end of article)
This
week Doug MacLean and Barb Williams attended a day conference organised by
the National Coalition Against Bullying -- an initiative of the Alannah
and Madeline Foundation.
Speakers included psychologist, Evelyn Field, author of Australian best
seller "Bully Busting" (Finch 1999), Dr Donna Cross, Researcher and
Professor at the School of Nursing and Public Health, Edith Cowan
University, WA and Dr Helen McGrath Author and Education Psychologist.
Their strong message was that bullying in schools and in the general work
place can be reduced. The issue is a shared responsibility. They
discussed the need to address the role and education of 'bystanders' as
well as the bullies and their targets, and they provided us with useful
strategies and introduction to programs for school implementation.
This
was an extremely beneficial day that we will share with students, staff
and the school community.
We are
also involved in the implementation of the National Safe Schools
Framework, a Federal Government initiative to be focused upon this year.
Barb will attend an initial session of introduction to the Framework this
week also.
You
may like to take a look at these websites:
www.ncab.org.au
www.bullyingnoway.com.au
chpru.ecu.edu.au (Friendly
Schools and Families)
www.bullying.com.au
www.buddybear.com.au
www.amf.org.au
or
have a chat with us if you would like to know more about what we learnt.
Doug & Barb
Just a
reminder that students are not to arrive at school before 8.30am, unless
they are in Before School Care. This is a very important issue as staff
are on duty only after 8.30 and therefore students are not supervised if
they do arrive early. Any students who do arrive before this time must
stay in the area next to the canteen and are not to go into the playground
areas.
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2006 IGNITE SECONDARY
PROGRAM FOR GIFTED AND
TALENTED STUDENTS |
Parents of students in years 6 and 7 are reminded to read the BROCHURE and
EXPRESSION OF INTEREST form sent home earlier this week. The form is due
on Thursday 24th March and assessment sessions will be held on
Saturday 9th April.
If you
did not receive any of the above, see Lorraine in the front office.
Staff of the Kindergarten.
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PARKING IN GREENBRIAR
AVENUE |
The
Onkaparinga Council parking inspector has been patrolling the drop-off
areas in Greenbrier Avenue and has warned a number of drivers for parking
during the drop-off only times. We have been warned that the inspector
will soon begin fining drivers who park and ignore the signs, which
clearly show that it is a drop-off area only at peak times. The fine for
breaching the parking restrictions is $35!
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NATIONAL REVIEW OF MUSIC EDUCATION |
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The Australian Government, through the Department of Education,
Science and Training and the Quality
Outcomes |
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Program, has set up a National Review of School Music Education. |
The
purpose of the Review is to
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Investigate the quality and status of music education in primary and
secondary schools
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Make
recommendations on how school music education in Australia might be
improved to the benefit of all young people
Here
is an opportunity for you to express to the Federal Government your views
on the importance of Music Education.
You
may make a submission to this Review and find out further information by
visiting the National Review Website at:
http://www..schoolmusicreview.edu.au/
All
submissions are due by April 30th 2005 |
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Our working bee was very successful. Although attendance was small,
we achieved what we set out to do in record time! A huge thank you
to Michelle, Brendon, Daniel and Josh Rowe, Judy |
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Hardwick (and her husband, Ian, for the much appreciated
coffee!) and Jennifer Whitehead. The Rowe boys worked like troopers
to rake up the leaves while us others cleaned out and remulched and
composted each plot, started our compost bin for this year as well
as a general rubbish removal. |
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Mrs Nicholson's Plot |
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Michelle Rowe is helping the students in Carmel's class with their
plot. On Tuesday Daniel R, Kane, Blake, Michaela and Taylah planted
spring onions, carrots, broccoli and sugar snap peas. They have
strung string with alfoil tied on across their plot to keep the
birds out. |
Taylah,
Daniel R, Kane, Blake
FOOTBALL
Once
again football season is approaching quickly. All players will be
receiving their registration form and payment form. On receiving the
registration forms and payment forms, payments need to be made by the 14th
April to Andrea at the bookroom window Tuesday until Friday.
Can
all parents make sure that all the children have read the code of
behaviour? If children do misbehave at training or at the games, they
will not play for that day and if it continues they will be asked to miss
games.
The
first round for all grades in on the 7th May.
We are
looking for more Yr.2/3 players. Parents are advised that at this grade
the rules are modified -- there is not tackling and no bumping. It is all
about the 2/3's learning the skills of football. If a child who is 7
turns 8 during the year 2005, the child can play football for the Yr.
2/3. This has been approved by the SANFL. |
Training for Years 2/3 and 4/5 begins on Wednesday 30th March
at 3.30pm. Yrs. 6/7 will be advised.
If you
have not put your child's name down to play football this year please
don't hesitate to contact me on 8322 3531 or 0407 798 930 or if you have
any other questions. Look out for more information as the season gets
closer.
Simon
Brandenburg
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Football Coordinator
LAST
CHANCE TO PLAY SOCCER
New
players still welcome. Please get your registration forms in before next
Thursday 24th March. Teams start training on Wednesday 30th
March.
If you have any queries, call 8387 2230 after 4.00pm.
Georgie Goldfinch
Don't
forget about the Parent Club Cake Stall and Easter Raffle on Sports Day.
If you haven't returned your Cake Stall Roster and would like to help on
the day, please return the form as soon as possible. For those that are
making cakes etc. don't forget that these can be left in Unit 4 after
school on Wednesday 23rd March or early Thursday morning
(Sports Day). The Easter Raffle tickets will cost 50c each or 3 for $1.
Raffle tickets can be purchased at the Cake Stall on Sports Day.
Where
have all our parents gone?
Our numbers are getting low because of work commitments. We understand
this but need more parents to come to our meetings if we are to continue
doing the wonderful work that we do. Come along, get a good car park,
have a chat, a cup of tea and have your say about your chil'’s school.
Our
next meeting is Wednesday 6th April in Unit 4 -- room 16 at
12.30pm
PLEASE NOTE THE TIME AND LOCATION.
See you on Sports Day.
Nyree
Haese
-- Parent Club Secretary
A
reminder to get your Sports Day Lunch orders in by Monday 21st
March. Limited amount of food available over the counter.
On the
last day of term, lunch orders will be available but please make two
choices for hot food.
ROSTER
OF VOLUNTEERS
Mon.
21st Mar.
Tues. 22nd Mar.
Wed. 23rd Mar.
Thur. 24th Mar. SPORTS DAY help needed
Tues. 29th Mar. Katrina Allen
Wed. 30th Mar.
Thur. 31st Mar.
Frid. 1st Apr. Glenys Moylan |
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Please
complete and return to the Front Office
HAPPY
VALLEY SCHOOL WALKING SCHOOL BUS
Parent:
_______________________________________________________________________________
Children's Names:
_____________________________________________________________________
Address:
______________________________________________________________________________
Phone
Number:
________________________________________________________________________
My child/ren are interested in catching a Walking School
Bus
We/I (parent/caregivers) are interested in being a 'bus
driver' Yes / No / Maybe
Each 'bus' (group of walking children) requires one or two
'drivers' (adults)
If 'yes' or 'maybe' please provide names:
________________________________________________________________________________
This is an expression of interest only and will be followed up
with you by the Walking School Bus Coordinator
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Please
complete and return to the Front Office
HOSTING A KOREAN STUDENT -- Expression of Interest Only
I / We
are interested in hosting a Korean student in Term 3.
FAMILY
NAME: ____________________________ ELDEST CHILD'S NAME:
____________________
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