Edition 12 – 30th April 2014 -Week 2 Term 2
Principals Pen,
Our talented senior singers and school concert band put on a wonderful performance during our annual
ANZAC Ceremony, which was held at Kavney Hall on Wednesday last week. I would like to thank our School
Captains and School Vice Captains who did a terrific job as MCs for the ceremony. Thank you also to Mrs
Michelle Parry (ex-service defence personnel) and Mrs Gail Geike (RSL Representative) for their attendance at
this important occasion, and to Miss Fiona Ellem, Mr Greg Mackay, Miss Commens, Mr McPherson and Mrs
Smith for their support of participating students. Many thanks must also go to students, parents and staff
who represented Dalby State School in the ANZAC March last Friday.
Our school rugby league team competed in the finals of the Dalby inter-school competition this afternoon.
The outcome of this game was unknown at the time of writing, however I am sure that all players competed
in a spirit of good sportsmanship and to the best of their ability. I would like to thank Mr Kavney and Mr Parry
for training and supporting our students during this competition. Well done to everyone involved.
Just a reminder that ICAS (International Competition Assessment of Schools) will begin soon for some
students. Information was provided in our recent school newsletter. This is a user-pay system, so, if your
student is interested in participating, please make payment at the office. Students from Year 3- 7 can
participate in the Computer skills test, English, Maths, Science, Spelling and Writing test. Year 2 students are
able to participate in the English and Maths assessment this year for the first time. If you would like more
information, please contact the school or email queries to Mrs Maguire.
Other upcoming events include the school Cross Country and the Wakakirri Disco, both of which are being
held this Friday (May 2). For information about the Cross Country, contact the school office or ask to speak to
Mr Kavney. The Wakakirri Disco, to be supervised by teachers and parents, will be held at Kavney Hall from
6-8pm. The cost of entry is $3 and there will be glow products and food/drink for sale. This event will raise
much-needed funds to support our Wakakirri performance and I would encourage everyone to participate
and have fun! For more information, please contact the office.
NAPLAN testing is scheduled for Tuesday 13th May through to Thursday 15th May.
What is the National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN)?
NAPLAN are literacy and numeracy tests run every May in all schools and colleges across Australia, to assess
the achievement of students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9. The literacy tests assess reading, writing, and ‘language
conventions’ which includes spelling grammar and punctuation. The numeracy tests assess number, algebra,
function and pattern, measurement, chance and data, and space.
Important Dates:
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01 May Bunya Soccer
02 May Cross Country
02 May Wakakirri Disco 6pm
to 8pm Kavney Hall
05 May Parent Teacher
Interviews
07 May School photos
08 May P&C Meeting 6:30pm
09 May Bunya Cross Country
13– 15 May Naplan
29 May Arts Council
Learning Is Fun Together
Lift will occur every
Monday, Thursday and Friday
from 9.00am-11.00am.
UNIFORM SHOP OPERATING
HOURS FOR 2014
Tuesdays and Thursday from
8.30am to 9.30am
Why is NAPLAN valued by schools?
Student results from NAPLAN support principals and teachers to identify where improvements can be made to the literacy and numeracy programs
their school delivers. NAPLAN data is used as part of a suite of resources to inform practice in the classroom and is regularly used as a valuable
component of whole school planning for improvement and reporting on student progress.
What does my child gain from participating in NAPLAN?
The tests present an important opportunity for both primary and secondary students to learn about their strengths in literacy and numeracy. With the
support of their teachers, students can use their results to see how their learning is developing and where they can focus future learning.
How does NAPLAN help measure my child’s achievement?
NAPLAN can be seen as a ‘snapshot’ of your child’s performance. The results reflect each student’s performance at a single point in time and contribute
to school reporting on student progress in literacy and numeracy, alongside VELS teacher judgments and other assessments already used in schools.
Principles Pen Continued . . .
Can my child be prepared for the NAPLAN tests?
NAPLAN is not a test of content. Instead, it tests skills in literacy and numeracy that are developed over time through the school
curriculum, so excessive preparation is not useful. Students are prepared by their teachers to feel comfortable in the test environment,
and to confidently demonstrate what they know and can do. Supervising Test Administrators (usually teachers) are always present
during the tests to support students. Parents are encouraged to contact their school principal or teacher if they have any concerns about
their child sitting NAPLAN.
What happens if my child is sick on one of the test days?
Schools organise for individual students who are not in attendance at the time of testing to complete missed tests at another time during
testing week.
Does every child sit the NAPLAN tests?
It is recommended that every student in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 take part in NAPLAN, given its importance to school planning and student
learning. There can be exceptions to student participation. For students with disabilities or serious illness, schools may grant exemptions
in consultation with parents or carers. Parents or carers make the final decision regarding exemptions on a signed form before NAPLAN
commences. Students from a language background other than English with a low level of proficiency in the English language, and who
have arrived from overseas less than a year before the test are also exempt. Students may be withdrawn from the NAPLAN testing
program if their parents or carers choose to do so. Parents or carers make the final decision regarding withdrawals on a signed form
before NAPLAN commences.
What extra support can schools give to students with disability or temporary injury during a test?
Disability adjustments can be granted for these students that are similar to the kind of support they would usually be provided with in
the classroom. Provisions can include extra time, rest breaks. If you have any other additional questions about NAPLAN, please contact
me at school
CROSS COUNTRY 2014
The Prep to Year 7 Cross Country will be held on this Friday May 2nd as a
whole school event.
Information that will help with the smooth running of the event is set out
below.
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Start/Finish is at Dalby SS Oval
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NO PARADE
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Anticipated start time 9:30 am onwards.
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Children will walk in classes with their teachers to House Tents on
the Oval.
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Trophies will be presented for Champion Boy and Girl in each age
group – 9-13Yrs
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Ribbons and Certificates for Prep – Yr 3.
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First Aid, Water and ice will be available
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Children need to wear House Uniform and bring a hat (not
necessary to run in a hat), sunscreen, water bottle and ventolin
puffer (if required).
Race order will be:
Senior: Races – All Races start and finish with a lap of the Oval.
09:30am – 11, 12 and 13 years Boys and Girls – 3km Bike Path Course
09:55am – 9 year/10 year Boys and Girls – 2km Bike Path Course
10:20am – Yr 4-7 Non - Competitive Race – (1km approx ) Foot Bridge
Course
Junior: Races - All Races start and finish on the Oval.
10:35am – Yr 3 Boys Race – (1km approx.) Bike Path-Foot Bridge Course
10:45am – Yr 3 Girls Race – (1km approx.) Bike Path-Foot Bridge Course
11:15am - Yr 2 Boys race – ( 500 m approx.) Oval Course
11:30am - Yr 2 Girls race – ( 500 m approx.) Oval Course
11:45am - Yr 1 Boys race – ( 400 m approx.) Oval Course
12:00pm - Yr 1 Girls race – ( 400 m approx.) Oval Course
12:15pm - Prep Boys race – ( 400 m approx.) Oval Course
12:30pm - Prep Girls race – ( 400 m approx.) Oval Course
Dear Parents,
We will be photographing your school on Wednesday 7th May
2014
You will receive a Flyer/envelope today for each of your students
explaining the products available.
Please ensure that each student returns his/her own envelope
even if payment is made in the eldest child’s envelope. Envelopes
are not to be placed inside other envelopes
Students are to bring envelopes on or before Photo Day.
We have an auto-mated system for payments by credit card. You
can go online to www.advancedlife.com.au for easy to
understand payment instructions. You will receive a receipt
number which MUST be written on the order envelope in the
space provided. You can also make payments by cash, cheque or
money order.
Sibling Photos are also available for students at the school, please
collect a “family order envelope” from your school & return it to
the office.
Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any queries.
We look forward to seeing all your smiling faces!
Your Team from Advanced Life Photography
LOTE – Bonjour! Comment allez-vous?
Term Two sees our LOTE classes enjoying their first taste of French language and culture. In our first few weeks we will focus on learning how to share warm greetings and introduce ourselves to others. You might hear some students at school or at home saying “Salut!
Ça va?” (Hi! How are you doing?) or “Bonjour! Comment allez-vous?” (Hello! How are you?). To help them practice, and for you to have
some fun too, how about trying a response such as: “Ça va très bien” (It’s going very well) or “comme ci comme ça” (So-so) and “Et
toi?” (And you?)? And as you wave goodbye to students put on your best French accent and say “Au revoir”, “à bientôt” or “Adieu!”
Madame Elliott
DALBY STATE SCHOOL CREED
“I am proud to be at Dalby State School. I will try my best to make the right choices
and will respect others, all property and myself. Ever Onward.”
STUDENT BANKING COMPETITION
Term 2
Students simply need to make three or more School Banking deposits
during Term 2 (23/04/2014 to 25/06/2014), regardless of the value,
and they will automatically be entered into the competition to win
fantastic prizes including:
Major student prize.
Five nights' accommodation at the Sea World Resort & Water Park on
the Gold Coast; VIP Passes for two adults and three kids to Sea World,
Warner Bros. Movie World and Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast;
Dolphin Family Aqua Adventure; and
A $3,000 travel gift card to get them there.
Runner up student prizes.
130 Toys"R"Us Gift Cards to the value of $250 each to spend on their
favourite toys.
Thank you for supporting our school and teaching your child an
important life skill of saving money.
Regards,
Kym Burton
School Banking Co-ordinator
After School Student Collection
From Week 2 we will be providing parents with a supervised alternative
location to collect students after school. This is due to congestion at the
Cunningham Street entrance and reduced number of car parks
available. Key points to consider:
Students will wait in an undercover area near the entrance to Kavney
Hall. They will be supervised by a staff member from 3.00 - 3.30pm.
Parents are encouraged to try to park on the school side of Jimbour
Street as this avoids students/ parents from having to cross the street.
If students have to cross they must be met by a parent/ adult.
On rainy days children will wait inside Kavney Hall and watch for the
arrival of a parent.
Please consider these arrangements as they may make collection easier
and quicker.
Cent Auction
When: Sunday, 4th May
Where: Dalby leagues club
Time: doors open 11:30 am starts at 1:00pm
Cost: $10 entry fee
What: a cent auction to raise money for Shaun Wirth to represent
Australia in the under 14’s Futsal Team Tour to the UK in October this
year.
Afternoon tea and coffee provided
Lucky door prize and raffle will also be held
Everyone welcome
HEALTH WATCH
TIPS FACTS AND REMINDERS
CARING FOR ANAPHYLAXIS
Anaphylaxis is the most severe form of allergic reaction and is
potentially life threatening. It must be treated as a medical emergency,
requiring immediate treatment and urgent medical attention. At Dalby
State School we have a number of students with this condition. The
common triggers of severe allergies or anaphylaxis include: Peanuts,
Cashews, Pistachios, Eggs, Soy, Hazelnuts and Kiwi fruit. Please explain
to your children the importance of not sharing lunches and always check
with class teacher before bringing in shared food.
Tuckshop arrangements for DSS Cross Country on Friday
2nd May.
Please see inserted menu and information sheet
Please note: The School Tuckshop and Uniform Shop will be closed on
Friday Morning 2nd of May due to the above arrangements.
Sports Uniform Tip: Please check your children's sports uniforms and
make any required purchases before Friday 2nd May.
Wakakirri Rehearsal Dates
Half day rehearsals will commence on the following Sundays.
These rehearsals will be held at Kavney Hall from 12-4pm.
Sunday 4th of May
Sunday 11th of May
Sunday 18th of May
Sunday 25th of May
Full day rehearsals will commence on Sunday 1st of June.
There will be no rehearsals over the long weekend in June.
Full day rehearsals will continue on:
Sunday 15th of June
Sunday 22nd of June
Term 3: Full day rehearsals will continue on:
Sunday 20th of July
Sunday 27th of July
We are desperately seeking a truck
to transport our props and sets to
Brisbane and back. If you are able
to help please contact me via the
office.
Thank you for your ongoing support
Rebecca Johnston
Wakakirri Co-ordinator
PARENT TEACHER INTERVIEWS
MONDAY 5TH MAY, 2014 from 3.30 – 7pm
Please see the attached information sheet about booking Parent
Teacher interviews online. Go to www.schoolinterviews.com.au or click
on the link in the school website. The school event code is KN36U
1. Enter your details. 2. Choose teacher 3. Choose times.
Please contact the school on 4672 3666 if you do not have access to a
computer or if you need assistance.
Mrs Jocelyn Elliot (LOTE teacher); LEC Teachers Mrs Lisa smiles and Mrs
Linda Donna are also available for parent teacher interviews.
Mrs Chelsea Hasted will be taking all parent teacher interviews for 3/4P
instead of Carlie Payne.
Netball News
Well done to all the girls that played on Saturday! The new players all
fitted in well and seemed to enjoy their game. Quick reminder that you
need to have earrings out and nails cut short before you go onto the
court. The new uniforms have been ordered before the holidays, but
have not arrived yet. We will let you know when they come. Remember
training after school on Friday at Kavney Hall – Bring your water bottle
and Afternoon Tea straight down at the end of school. Training finishes
about 4.15. Games this Saturday –pending (Draw not available at this
stage!)
DSS STUDENT ABSENTEE LINE—Phone: 4672 3660 (24 hour access)