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Our school celebrated Harmony Day on Thursday March 20^th, just prior to Easter. Junior Primary classes had activities in their units and shared them at the Junior Primary assembly the following Tuesday. Primary classes also participated in activities which were shared at a special primary assembly on the Thursday.

Students at the Primary Harmony Day Assembly wearing their orange headbands.

About the Primary Assembly..........
"The last assembly which was for Harmony Day was one of the best assemblies ever. Monica's dance was very, very good and it was very exciting. The class introductions were excellent. I made a flag for Harmony Day. I tried to show joining hands supporting the Earth. The idea being that if we all worked together we could live in peace and harmony."
                                                                           By Alex M.

"Why do we have Harmony Day?

We had Harmony Day assembly to celebrate Harmony Day. Harmony Day is to remind us to live in harmony peacefully. The colour for harmony is orange. I like Harmony Day because I am a peaceful person and I would like the world to be peaceful."
                                                                           By Sarah P.

"For Harmony Day our class had an assembly, which we hosted. It was also Persian New Year's Eve on the day of our assembly which means that Persian New Year's Day and Harmony Day were on the same day 21^st March. I taught all the girls in the class a dance for happiness and joy. We danced it at the assembly -- it was fantastic. We were nervous because it was in front of lots of people but it was fun too. I would like to do more dancing."
                                                                       By Monica M 

Lynn's Year 3/4 class perform the dance Monica M taught them at the Harmony Day Assembly.

Families on a low income are encouraged to apply for school card and it is not too late to apply for 2008.  There are a number of options available for parents, so if you feel that you may qualify, please speak to Andrea Roberts, Finance Officer.
 

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We are pleased to host the School Beat Band from the Band of the South Australia Police at our school on this Friday. The Band will be putting on a performance for all students in the hall, beginning at 10.15 am. Parents are most welcome to come and join in the entertainment.

In Term 2 we will be offering a workshop for parents and carers on food and nutrition for children. It will address the Government's new eating guidelines for schools, as well as the importance of good nutrition in learning and behaviour.

A dietician from Woodcroft Community Centre will run the session which will be held on May 21^st from 2pm. If you are interested in attending, please fill out the slip at the end of this newsletter and return to the Front Office.
                                                                  Gerri McGregor
                        On behalf of the Education Sub Committee

Our bully audit will be carried out across all classes before the end of term. Teachers will discuss the audit and its purpose with children and the audits will be done confidentially.

As described in our Bully Policy which was sent home recently, we will follow up with students who appear on the bully audit a number of times. These students will have a discussion with one of the leadership team and we will let parents know if this occurs. The follow-up from the bully audit is not meant to be punitive. Often just discussing with students the behaviours, which have been reported about them by others, brings a positive result. However we do need to have consequences for ongoing bullying behaviour and the normal school discipline policy is applied if this happens.

If you have not received a copy of the policy please call in to the front office and collect one.

There have been numerous articles in the media about cyber bullying, which can be an issue both at home and school. Cyber bullying, as it has become known, includes text or images posted on personal websites or transmitted via email or mobile phones. The following information about parents' role in supporting their children comes from the website "Bullying No Way." The website address is:  www.bullyingnoway.com.au

This website is worth checking out.

Do you think parents could help?
Many young people say that they wouldn't report cyber bullying  because  most  adults  don't  know that they have a

cyber life - and if they report, then the technology will be taken away from them.

They are also likely to take the position that their online activities are their business. But parents have a moral, as well as a legal, responsibility to ensure that their children engage in safe and responsible behaviour -- including online behaviour.
 

This term has been mainly involved with entering the bikes for this year's events, electing the Parent Committee for 2008, planning fundraising activities to help fund a new bike, and recruiting students into the two teams. We still need a few more students to complete the numbers needed for this year.  If your Year 6 or 7 child is interested in joining Pedal Prix, support them.  It is a great family activity and also a great way for students to stay fit and healthy! 

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This is a highlight of our Year 7's last year at our school and reports from those on the trip indicate that everything is going well. There will be lots of stories early on Saturday morning when the travellers arrive home again!

Last Wednesday 33 students represented our school in the annual District Athletics Day. This year it was held at the Reynella East Schools and involved the 14 schools that make up the Southern Valley SAPSASA District. The day was won by Flagstaff Hill with Happy Valley finishing a credible seventh.

All of our athletes can be proud of their efforts throughout the day and we had several who received ribbons for placing in their respective events:

• Blake Schunke -- 1st 100m and 200m

• Sasha Rankin-- 3rd 200m

• Sean Munn-- 3rd 100m

• Cody Cox -- 2nd High Jump

• Alex Stratton -- 2nd High Jump

• Dylan Angeletti -- 1st Shot Put

• Braden Howard -- 3rd Discus

The District Athletics Team that represented Happy Valley on District Day.

We also had strong support from the parents and grand parents of our athletes and I thank them very much for their assistance, particularly with transport, throughout the day.

             Do We Want AUSKICK at Happy Valley?
For Happy Valley School to become an Auskick site this year we need parent volunteers. The AFL Auskick program is aimed at children, both boys and girls from 5 -- 8 years of age. If you are interested in finding out more please contact Scott Francis at school (83817166) or Warren Ploenges from the SANFL (0408834884).

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The new 2008/2009 Entertainment Books have arrived in the school and are selling fast.  They can be used from the time of purchase and represent savings on many items including the Coles Gift card that can be purchased with a 5% discounted cost i.e. purchase a $100 Gift Card at $5.00 off and Port Power 2 for 1 admission at a home game.

Available from the Bookroom window or Andrea Roberts in the finance office.

Year 7 families are advised that their enrolment package for Year 8 in 2009 will be sent home by the end of next week.  Please take the opportunity during the holidays to carefully read all the information enclosed in the package. 

Brochures for high schools out of the local area are coming in and are available from the front office if required.

Urrbrae Agricultural High School  - Information sessions on Thursday 10^th April commencing at 2:00pm and 6:00pm.

Seaview High School -- Open Day Wednesday 21^st May, 9:30 -- 10:30am / Yr.8 Centre & Principal's Tour.  5:30 -- 8:00pm / Whole School Open.  6:00 -- 7:00pm. / Meet the Principal.

Wirreanda High School  - Open Day Sunday 25^th May 2:00 -- 4:00pm.

Glenunga International High School -- Open Day Wednesday 9^th April.  School in Action from 11:00am -- 1:00pm and School in Presentation from 5:00pm -- 7:00pm.

We would like to let you know we are now selling --

• Hash Brown Nuggetts: Cup of 6 for $1.00 on Tuesdays and Thursdays.  They can be ordered on lunch bags or purchased over the counter during recess and lunch.

• Vege Chips -- French Onion and Cheese flavours for 80c

• Cherry Balls, Celery with Cream Cheese, Bread treats and Fruit Patties -- all for 5c and 10c at recess and lunch.

A reminder to all that Dim Sim Meal Deal orders must be in by Friday 4^th April. 

A big 'thank you' to all our wonderful volunteers.
                              Andrea Chapman and Karen Erlandsen

Soccer
Training for the senior primary team will get underway on Tuesday 8^th April from 3.30-4.30pm and will then be on each week upon the return to school in Term 2.

Under 10 training started this week and will be on at the same times.

Please ensure that all outstanding registration forms are returned by Monday 7^th April so that I can finalise team numbers and complete team registration with the Association.

Under 10 coaches, Shaun Weller & Paul Martin, and myself look forward to seeing all players at training next week.

Gary Kite - Soccer Co-ordinator
8381 5820, 0438 838 158

Happy Valley Football
Football season is right on us now with only three weeks to go.  All players have received their registration form which must be returned to the front office as soon as possible.

Will all 6/7's please respond to the form regarding the Mini League as I have to put a team in by Friday night so that these names can be placed in the Footy Budget?  I have the possibility of securing an AFL Game (at AAMI Stadium) for the 6/7's but I still require players to play on the 20th of April at South Adelaide Football Club.  If I don't get enough players the 6/7's will miss this chance to play at AAMI.

Coaches have requested that all players this season be at training so they have a good idea on the numbers.  Please wear correct clothing and boots to training as this saves wear and tear on your school clothes.

If children 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.

P.S.
Thankyou to the players and parents of 4/5's for playing on Sunday at short notice.  Great fun was had by all.

See you at training next week.  Have a safe and enjoyable school holiday.

If you have not put your child's name down to play football this year or have any further queries, please don’t hesitate to contact me on 8322 3531or 0407798930.

Thank You

Simon Brandenburg - Football Coordinator

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Mother's Day Stall will be on the 7^th, 8^th and 9^th of May in Week 2.

• Wednesday 7^th          Primary classes

• Thursday 8^th               Junior Primary classes

• Friday 9^th                   For those who missed out

We wish you all a happy holiday and look forward to Term 2.

On 30^th April at 9:00am will be the new parent morning tea and our meeting will follow straight after.  Everyone welcome.

Cindy Kershaw - Secretary

We still have vacancies available during Vacation Care.  Please book your child/ren in if care is needed.

Our next committee meeting will be held on Monday 7^th April at 6:30pm in the OSHC room.  All welcome.

Roxanne Longbottom
Director -- 83222411 or 0417898 739

FOOD AND NUTRITION WORKSHOP

I would like to attend the Food and Nutrition Workshop on Wednesday 21^st May at 2:00pm.

Name: __________________________________     Eldest Child's Class Teacher: ________________________
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