Nepondi Crt, Fairview Park SA 5126
Email: [email protected]
18th March 2015
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Dear Families,
As part of our Site Improvement Plan (SIP) staff are continuing their professional
learning within the Mathematics learning area. In particular we are looking at how
we effectively provide students, at all ages and at all ability levels, with rich learning
opportunities. I wonder what your first response would be if I asked you about
yourself as a Mathematician. Research tells us that Mathematics is an area that is
loved or not even loved a little bit! Today’s learners are very quick to pick up on our
attitude to Mathematics. Even as teachers, it is important that we provide students
with self-belief to tackle any problem they are faced with. We want to create
powerful learners who can think deeply about problem solving in unfamiliar
situations. Beliefs and attitudes impact on student learning. Students need support to
develop self-confidence to approach complex reasoning problems as they
continue through the year level achievement standards within the Australian
Curriculum. Staff are engaging in workshops, readings, trials and collaborative
planning to explore Ann Baker’s Natural Mathematics Strategies. Ann operates on
the premise that we need to bridge the gap between today’s education research
and day to day classroom practice to ensure our practices support effective
implementation of mathematics learning opportunities for students. Staff at Fairview
Park have linked professional learning to Ann Baker’s work to encourage students to
see themselves as capable mathematicians who can work mathematically to
investigate and problem solve. You may have participated in a workshop Ann ran in
our local Tea Tree Gully Partnership. We plan to offer this again in 2015. Take a few
minutes to explore Ann’s website so you can see how it can support you with
mathematical conversations at home. http://naturalmaths.com.au I will keep you
updated on our work in this area. You may wish to discuss this further with teachers
at interview times so you can work in partnership with us to promote positive
attitudes to Mathematics as a learning area.
Warm Regards,
Vanessa Mortimer
(Principal)
Soccer Update
Soccer has been very high on the popularity stakes during recess and lunch play for quite
some time. The high numbers of students participating, across all age groups, has presented
some challenges for students as games are self managed rather than being actively run with
a referee like students experience in club soccer. To address this we have trialled smaller
groups, extra sets of goals, formal class lessons to build skills, student referees, age group
restrictions and many, many conversations and interventions. As a staff group we are
concerned that fair play remains a significant issue. Our first aid records indicate the injury
rate is too high. While we are acutely aware injuries are usually accidental and part of the
high excitement level, we do worry that play rules of ‘no tackling’ are being forgotten. Staff
on yard duty are concerned and class teachers report a flow over into class follow-ups.
Having trialled many proactive measures we are now introducing a ‘red card’ system. Any
student who demonstrates soccer play not consistent with our behaviour code will lose the
right to participate in yard soccer for one week (five school days). We feel this will allow the
games to continue for players who are managing behaviour safely. If your child requires a
red card break from soccer they will receive a note via their Communication Book/ Diary.
Your support to reinforce safety and fair play if this occurs will be highly valued and
appreciated.
Principal Awards
Congratulations to the following students:
Ashden (A1), Lachlan (A2), Magnus (A3), Kaden (A5), Jack (A6), Sandra (A7), Mikayla (A8), Cooper
(A9), Marley (A10), Jemma (A11) Specialist Teachers Award: Lilly (A3), Matthew(A11)
Premier’s Reading Challenge
Congratulations to the following students who have completed the Premier’s Reading Challenge:
Archie (A1), Lily, Jake, Andrei , Layla (A2), Taylor, Cameron (A5), Molly, Emily L, Deacon (A9), Aaron L
(A10)
Auskick Coordinator Needed
The Norwood Football Club and Fairview Park Park Primary School are looking for an Auskick
Co-ordinator, so we can commence our Auskick program. This program is run for the school through
the Norwood Football Club. It is a volunteer role and has been run previously at the school by either a
parent volunteer or someone from the Norwood Football Club. This year the Norwood Football Club
are unable to provide someone to coordinate the sessions at Fairview Park so we are looking for a
volunteer to run these sessions. If you would be interested please see Madeleine or Sarah at the Front
Office.
Harmony Day celebrates Australia’s cultural diversity. It is about inclusiveness, respect and a sense of
belonging for everyone.
In 2015 we celebrate 15 years of Harmony Day. Fairview Park Primary School will once again be
celebrating this special event.
When: Friday 10 April 2015 (last day of term 1)
What to wear: Students are encouraged to dress in the colour orange (official colour of Harmony Day)
or
traditional clothes from other countries (to show cultural diversity). Students are reminded that clothes
must reflect the school dress policy (sun smart clothes). Students who choose not to dress in orange
clothes
or
traditional clothes from another country, should wear school uniform
Cost: All students who participate in Harmony Day are encouraged to give a gold coin donation to
support school projects
Harmony Day events:
All students and staff will eat lunch together in the park. Students should bring their normal lunch or
order from the canteen. This is an event we have been doing for several years and is very popular with
students and staff as it creates a harmonious environment!
Classes will work with their buddy classes in the weeks leading up to Harmony Day on various Harmony
Day activities to create a sense of inclusiveness, respect and a sense of belonging for everyone!
Happy Harmony Day to our Fairview Park Community,
Special Events Enterprise Team
Fairview Park Primary School Photo Day
Wednesday, 1st April.
Information has been sent home with all the photo details. If you require Family Photos or extra
information please contact the Front Office.
Please send the correct money and forms to the Front Office as soon as possible.
Fairview Park Primary School
Out of School Hours Care and Vacation Care
OSHC Office Telephone: 8251 6770 or 0421 414 73
Week 8
Monday
Activities : making Air Rockets , board games Purple Playground Snack: ham and salad wraps
Tuesday
Activities : paper craft, board games Yellow Playground Snack: cheese and crackers
Wednesday
Activities : potato stamp painting, board games Gym play Snack: pasta bake
Thursday
Activities : colouring activities, board games Purple Playground Snack: orange & sultana muffins
Friday
Activities : Free choice and Movie Day Snack: fish fingers
Week 9
Monday
Activities : making beaded jewellery , board games Purple Playground Snack: cheese & crackers
Tuesday
Activities : play dough, board games, Yellow Playground Snack: pasta bake
Wednesday
Activities : painting, board games , Gym play Snack: nachos
Thursday
Activities : finger puppets, board games ,Purple Playground Snack: yoghurt
Friday
Activities : Free choice and Movie Day Snack: sausage sizzle
Fundraising
Dear Families,
A meeting will be held this coming Monday morning at 9.10am in the Group Getaway room next to
Area 1 to discuss fundraising for 2015. All past committee members are invited to attend and I’d like to
also extend the invite to any other parents who may wish to join the committee. This is a great
opportunity to be involved and be a part of a team.
2015 is looking to be a great year and I hope to see you all there!
Many thanks
Kelly Wegener
Community News
For more information please contact the front office or view our Notice Board located in the Northern Unit
Golden Grove Football Club - Are you looking for a family friendly sport and environment? Contact the Golden
Grove Football Club boys and girls of all ages Welcome! For more information please contact John Butcher 0439
332 878 , Coralie LeRay 0414 981 020 or www.ggfc.com.au
Banksia Park International High School - Twilight Opening Thursday 26th March 3:30pm - 7:30pm Principal’s Address
6:00pm in the Resource Centre for more information visit www.bpihs.sa.edu.au or contact 8264 8122.
Charles Campbell College - R-12 Open Night Thursday 26th March. Principal’s Address: 6:00pm, Guided Tours:
6:30pm. For more information Ph: 8165 4700.
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Flies into Adeldaide - Looking for something fun to do with the kids these school
holidays? Pelican Productions is presenting the fantasmagorical musical Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. Fairview Park’s
own Ellis Gordon-Edwards is part of the Children’s Ensemble and would love to see some familiar faces in the
audience. There will be a number of shows from April 19th to 26th, all held at the Scott Theatre, Kintore Ave,
Adelaide. Ellis is performing in the following shows: Mon 20 April 7:30pm, Tues 21 April 6:30pm, Fri 24 April 1pm, Sat
25 April 7:30pm. For more information about the show, or to buy tickets, visit their website
www.pelicanproductions.com.au. To see some behind-the-scenes action, make sure to ‘Like’ them on Facebook.
Krispy Kreme (Relay for Life) -donuts still available to order. Glazed Original Donuts are $18/dozen and Classic
assorted $22/dozen. Orders and payment need to be in by Friday 20th March. Donuts can be collected from
school on the afternoon of Friday 27th March. Order forms are available from Kristen on o412 484 116 or the front
office.
Thanks so much for your support. Kristen Woodley
TERM 1 DIARY DATES 2015
Week
Monday
8
16th March
Last day for
Scholastic Book
orders
Tuesday
9
23rd March
Interviews
10
30th March
11
6th April
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Governing
Council Meeting
7pm
Playgroup
9:30am -11:30am
Assembly
Area 6 & Area 8
Easter Program
SAPSASA
Athletics
Playgroup
9:30am -11:30am
SAPSASA
Boys Football
MSP Photo Day
Preschool - Year 7
Easter Monday
Public Holiday
SPORTS
DAY
Good Friday
Public Holiday
Assembly
Area 1 & Area 10
Future Diary Dates
7th April - Sports Day
May, Friday- Student Free Day
5th June, Friday - Student Free Day
11th September, Friday - Student Free Day
9th November, Monday - School Closure
26th November, Thursday - End of Year Concert
9th December, Wednesday - Year 7 Graduation
8th
Harmony Day
Gold Coin
Donation
Casual day
2:10pm
Early Dismissal