Volume 13 - 16th August 2007
Week 4 .... Term 3

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Inside this issue............
Police Visit, Wheelathon, Quiz Night/Prizes, Literacy & Numeracy Tests, Literacy & Numeracy Week, Numeracy Nightclub, Lorin Nicholson Update, Yard Behaviour, Principal's Awards, JP Awards, Boys Behaving Badly W/shop, Young People & the Internet, Southern Chess League, Sport, Kookaburra Cafe, OSHC, Parent Club, Comm. News, Tear Off Slips.

PUPIL FREE DAY AND SCHOOL CLOSURE
Just a reminder about two dates for this term.

Friday August 24^th -- Pupil Free Day
(For staff training in Child Protection Curriculum)
Friday September 7^th -- School Closure.
(Show Day)

Christian Pastoral Support Work
After discussion with Governing Council and staff we have put in a submission for a Christian Pastoral Support Worker (School Chaplaincy Program). This is an innovation of the Federal Government and they heavily subsidise the program.

If we are successful in gaining the grant, we would have someone based in the school part time, who would be available to work with students and families. They could be involved in individual counselling with families because of a crisis at home (e.g. a separation or divorce) or acting as a mentor or advocate for families, or assisting families to access welfare or community support services.

Other local schools including Aberfoyle High have had very successful Christian Pastoral Support programs and I know that we would see such a program as a great asset to have here in our school.

Illness
It's that time of year when we have many "bugs" around the school and many of our students are ill.  The Front Office has been very busy caring for sick students and ringing parents asking them to collect their children and take them home.

If your child is unwell the best place for them is at home resting. Please use common sense about when your child is well enough to return to school.  Many students are returning for a few hours only of a day, and then we are sending them home again as they are still very unwell. By keeping them home not only are you making it easier for your child to recover but also preventing the spread of these bugs in the class.

A last reminder, if your child is ill, please leave a message at the front desk or let your child's teacher know, so we can mark the class roll appropriately

On Tuesday night last week our talented music students entertained a large audience of parents and friends of the school. The evening was compered by Year 7 student Stephanie Kneebone, and began with our violin students performing. Other instrumental music students who performed played recorder, drums, saxophone, trumpet, guitar and piano. The school choir under the direction of Kylie Raymond and Stephanie Kakoschke performed three songs which they will perform again in the Festival of Music in a few weeks time at the Festival Theatre.

All of our students performed brilliantly and not only showed their talent, but provided a great evening of entertainment.

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On Wednesday two Police Officers, Ric and Sarah, from Sturt Police, visited our school and spoke to Junior Primary children about being safe. Ric spoke about the different types of police officers and about how children can keep themselves safe. They also spoke briefly about Safety Houses and bullying. Sarah is our school liaison officer.

Another visit is planned in the future for our Primary age students.

Some of Mrs Saunders' children have described what they learnt.

Sarah and Ric came to speak to us about how to be safe.  If you get lost in a shop you can go to the front of the shop and they shall say your name.  We saw their badges.
                                                                           By Sophie

The Police came over to the school.  They told us some things.  Their names are Ric and Sarah.  They told us some tips about Danger Stranger.
                                                                           By Caleb

Sarah and Ric, the Police visited the school.  The Police Officer spoke about Stranger Danger.  It was fun.
                                                                          By Josh R

The Police came to see us today and they came and said about Stranger Danger and we saw their badge and their names are Sarah and Ric.
                                                                           By Alicia

The Police came to visit us today.  Their names were Ric and Sarah.  They talked about Stranger Danger and getting lost.

By Kate

The Fundraising Committee would like to say a huge "Thank You" to all our families who have helped to raise money for our school through the Wheelathon. So far money returned to school is in excess of $1900. This is a fantastic effort. It is still not too late to return money -- we are really hoping to exceed the $2000 mark. Prizes for the top money raisers (one Junior Primary and one Primary) will be presented at an assembly in the next couple of weeks.

A huge "Thank You" to parents who have already sent or offered prizes for our Quiz Night. We are still looking for donations of prizes to be used for our Quiz Night.  We are especially looking for prizes to be donated from families with a business or those with contacts, who may be able to assist us in finding these prizes.  They could be goods or vouchers. We are also seeking support from local businesses.  Any items, which we could use, would be greatly appreciated.  Please let us know if you can help, by returning the tear-off slip at the end of the newsletter, letting us know if you are able to donate and what your donation will be.

We are particularly looking for bottles of wine to use for our silent auction. Please let us know if you can help!

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On Wednesday and Thursday of last week the Year 3, 5 and 7 students sat the LaN tests. There were just a few students who had been ill but came back to school on Friday, which allowed them to catch up on tests they had missed. All students who were present on those days completed the tests, some with support from extra staff. Students and parents will get the results of the tests next term.

We have been successful in our application for grant monies to facilitate our plans for this week which is from 3^rd -6^th September. Classes will be involved in Numeracy activities throughout the week.

"Reach for the Stars -- Stepping Up with Maths" provides activities involving mathematics in which schools throughout Australia will be participating. A range of activities will be available for students to investigate the relationship between 'foot size' and height. Teachers will choose whether to spend a few minutes on the core activity, or use the other support materials to put together a more extensive learning sequence.

We will be inviting community members to share how they use numeracy every day. We hope everyone will get involved. A flyer will be coming home later with further details.

Sue Higgins and Stephanie Kakoschke are once again planning a musical extravaganza involving their classes in showcasing their arts program. This year we decided to tie in numeracy as well, as a prelude to Numeracy Week, and hence the catchy title decided on by students.

Everyone has been working really hard to rehearse songs, dances and script and we will be presenting the finished product in Week 6. Parents and families are working hard on costumes and helping soloists with their practice at home. We will be performing in the hall on Tuesday 28^th August at 10.15 am and on Wednesday at 12.15 pm and again at 7 pm. 

Don't forget to keep the evening of September 13^th free! Lorin Nicholson is a renowned Australian guitarist who will be at our school on this day.  He will work with students throughout the day and perform for parents and other community members in the evening.  We are the only public school in South Australia to have secured a visit this year.

Lorin will perform and address students R-7 in the hall in the morning and present a music workshop for instrumental music students in the afternoon. This is a wonderful opportunity for these students to be inspired!

In the evening Lorin will perform a recital with tea and coffee served for $5 per adult in the school hall.  His CDs will also be available for purchase. Visit Lorin's website for further information at www.seesharp.com.au.

As I have recently been updating and reviewing records for yard behaviour, it is gratifying to note that 250 of our 350 students have had NO time outs for the year. Another 50 students have had one time out and then never returned. Well done to these students and keep it up!

Stephanie Kakoschke

These students have recently won awards.
Kate S., Emily B., Abbie C., Claire D., Ashleigh P., Liam G., for showing excellent skills and enthusiasm in Japanese.
Liam G., Jacob B., Joshua B., for excellent work in Mrs. Whisson's class.

Well done everyone.

  A number of children received Program Achieve Awards at our assembly in Week 3. The following children were given awards for demonstrating one of the Keys to Success -- Bryn W., Alicia R., Vanessa O., Casey N., Jake H., Courtney S., Ashley A. and Stephen K.

After a fantastic parent workshop in 2006, Linda Hale has kindly agreed to again run the workshop "Boys Behaving Badly." It will be in Week 9, on Tuesday September 18^th in the evening. A flier will be sent home soon, but put this date in your diaries now, as numbers will be limited.

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BASKETBALL
Any students from Year 2 -- 7 interested in playing basketball are welcome anytime.  Contact Janet Veljkovic on 0410 437 067.

A reminder that some basketball fees remain outstanding.  An invoice was sent home in Term 1.  If you are not sure if your fees are paid, check with Janet or Andrea in the front office.

Current players are reminded that if you are unable to play for any reason please contact your coach, another player or Janet Veljkovic before the game -- your team may be depending on you.
                                         Janet Veljkovic -- Coordinator
                                         Ph.8370 6748 or 0410 437 067

SOCCER
The Senior Primary lightning carnival is on next Tuesday 21^st August at Bowker Street. You will need to be there by 5.30pm so that we can be organised for a kick-off at 6.00pm sharp. Please let me know beforehand if you cannot make it. 

The final game of the season for the Senior Primary team has been rescheduled to avoid the Pedal Prix weekend. The game will be played at Hawthorndene on 22^nd September with a 10.15am kick-off.  This will enable all of our Year 7s to finish their school soccer at the same time.

The trophy presentation for the seniors and Under 10s will be held back at Happy Valley School after the games on 22^nd September. We plan to do a barbecue lunch -- more details will be provided closer to the event.

Good luck to both teams in their games this week.
                                                     Gary Kite -- Coordinator

NETBALL
Happy Valley School Winning Netball!
Happy Valley Netball team Years 3 and 4 won.  Happy Valley shot 9 goals and the other team shot 7 goals!  This is our first win ever!!  GO VALLEY'S
                                               By Gemma B and Maddy G.

FOOTBALL
It has been a great season for football; with plenty of wins and a few loses. Only two games remaining, so if you haven't seen your children play this season this is your last chance to see them in action. 

The 6/7s are playing their SAPSASA Semi Final on Friday at home (school oval) against Sacred Heart College at 11.45am.  If you can make it to support your child I hope you will attend.  

Presentations will be held at the school on the 1^st September at 11.30am. Parents have been going around to other parents on game days looking for a donation towards the coaches' presents. Please give them a donation, as coaches are hard to come by.

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I have been very impressed with the attitude of the children towards football this year. WELL DONE.

PS don't forget $50.00 is up for grabs, so design those Football Guernseys.  Closes last game.

Again a big THANK YOU.

Simon Brandenburg  Happy Valley Football Delegate
83223531 or 0407 798 930

• FOR THE COLD WEATHER -- Toasted Sandwiches, Hot Rolls, Hot and Cold Quiche (some of the ingredients are grown in our own Edible Garden).

• Fresh tubs of yoghurt available Mango/Berry Hi-Lo.   High calcium and low fat for $1.20ea.

• Chicken Yiros with BBQ sauce plus sour cream & sweet chilli sauce if desired. Available on Thursday.

If there is anything you would like to see added to the menu call in and have a chat.  I can put it forward at the next canteen meeting on 29^th August.

VOLUNTEER ROSTER
Mon. 20^th Aug.              Andrea C. & Karen E.
Tues. 21^st Aug.              Katrina Allen
Wed. 22^nd Aug.            Merci Ynzon
Thurs. 23^rd Aug.            Tracy Willshire
Frid. 24^th Aug.               PUPIL FREE DAY
Mon. 27^th Aug.              Andrea C. & Karen E.
Tues. 28^th Aug.             
Wed. 29^th Aug.             Laura Taylor
Thurs. 30^th Aug.             Suzie Boyce/Tracy Willshire
Fri. 31^st Aug.                 Glenys Moylan

Helen King

Reminder
Bookings must be made before Friday 17^th August if care is needed on the Pupil Free Day Friday 24^th August.  We will be closed on the School Closure Day Friday 7^th September 2007. 

Vacation Care bookings can be made as from Monday 27^th August 2007 at 6:15pm in the OSHC room.

Roxanne Longbottom -- Director
8322 2411 or 0417 898739

We would like to let you know that the Father's Day Stall is approaching quickly. 
The dates are:
                Wednesday 29^th August for Junior Primary
                                         and
                  Thursday 30^th August for Upper Primary

We will also be available on Friday 31^st August for anyone who cannot purchase on Wednesday or Thursday.  Any helpers would be greatly appreciated.

Our next meeting will be on Wednesday 5^th September and we look forward to seeing you all again then.

Kind regards,
Andrea Chapman

WIRREANDA HIGH SCHOOL 30 YEAR ANNIVERSARY DINNER -- Old scholars, past and present staff and community members are invited.  Saturday 20^th October at Allan Scott Park Morphettville Race Course 'Phar Lap' Room.  Cost $60 per person.  For more information or to purchase tickets call Jackie Newman on 8382 9555 or visit the website at www.wirreandahs.sa.edu.au

FREE WOMEN'S CONFERENCE at TAFE SA Regency Campus Over 40? and want to participate in the workforce?  Come along to a FREE WOMEN'S conference on Tuesday 4^th September at TAFE SA, Regency Campus 8:45am -- 4:30pm.  The conference provides practical advice on the world of work, tips, resources and techniques for job seekers, plus lots more.  Register by calling the Employment 40 Plus free call information line on 1800 811 985 or online at www.saworks.sa.gov.au

SWIMWAYS LEARN TO SWIM!  Are your kids safe near the water?  Join the 5 week accelerated learn to swim program commencing Monday 27^th August.  Phone Swim School on 8384 1144 to book your child into a class.  Noarlunga Leisure Centre, Seaman Road, Noarlunga Centre.

ANGLICARE SA  In the local area there are brothers and sisters who we cannot find a home for.  Can you care for more than 1 child in your home?  Call Rowena at Anglicare's Foster Care Service on 8256 2185.  Training and support is provided.  Costs reimbursed and will not affect Centrelink payments.  Singles, couples, families and retirees -- please call.

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I / We would like to book a table for the Quiz Night on September 22^nd.

At this stage I would like a table for __________  people.

Name ________________________________          Eldest Child's class: __________________________________
 

Signed _______________________________                       Date: _____________

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QUIZ NIGHT PRIZE DONATION

I / We would be willing to donate a prize for the QUIZ Night on September 22nd.

The prize will be _____________________________

Name __________________________________      Eldest Child's Name: __________________________________
 

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