Term 4 Week 4 edition
Thursday 31st October
Principal Report
2013 Parent Opinion Survey
Feedback from the Education Department’s 2013 Parent Opinion Survey indicated
improvement in 89% of the assessed categories plotted against the distribution of
state wide school means. This represents improvements in 16/ 18 categories that
were assessed. We had a 79% response rate of parents who returned the survey with
the most significant improvement in the area of student safety. School
improvement, approachability and stimulating learning also showed notable
improvements. This is a tremendous result that provides a great platform to build on
our school expectations. (Please remember to complete our BOSC Parent Opinion
Survey)
State Athletics Championship
Congratulations to Noah Parsons who came tenth out of seventeen competitors at
the state athletic championships in the discus event held at Albert Park in
Melbourne. His longest throw was 19.72 metres. Keep up the great work!
Warrnambool Show
Congratulations to Muirine Reilly for her efforts at the Warrnambool Show where she
rode her horse ‘Evie’ to 3 first placings and four second placings and won the overall
champion of her age group. Well done!
Congratulations to the 30 Allansford students who placed art posters in the
competition ‘What I like Best about the Show. ’The following students were awarded
prizes in their age groups:
Key Dates
• Thursday 31st
October
Count Us In-12.00
pm-All students –
Multi Purpose
• Friday 1st
November
Walk to SchoolRecreation
Reserve 8.45 am &
(Healthy Breakfast
at school)
Harrison Mcleod-1st Placing
• Saturday 2nd
November
Jack Sheppard-2nd Placing
Keely Maher-2nd Placing
Bunning’s BBQ
We also had 5 students commended for their entries.
The General Lee
Congratulations to William Janssen for completing his woodwork project that he
started in ‘CLUBS” in term three. William completed his model of ‘The General Lee’
and had it painted to represent the famous car in the Dukes of Hazard.
• Tuesday 5th
November
BOSC Meeting @
7.30 pm
GETTING ALONG
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Issue 1
Monday 21 October 2013
End of Year Arrangements
Tuesday 17th December is the last day of structured classes for all students at
Allansford & District Primary School. Wednesday December 18th – Friday
December 20th will be used by staff for professional development, planning,
preparation and transition in readiness for 2014. This is an agreement by all
Warrnambool Network primary schools to finish on the same day. If you cannot
find alternative care arrangements for these days you need to contact Jill in the
office so we can plan a relief teacher program.
Bring Your Own Device Survey
This term we sent out a survey to all families to gain feedback in relation to a Bring Your Own Device
(iPAD) to school proposal. We had a very low response rate to the following two questions:
Option A-I agree with the BYOD proposal-18 responses (58%)
Option B-I disagree with the BYOD proposal-13 responses (42%)
Survey results: 31 responses
In summary, the results were far from comprehensive and as result we will take the discussion back to
School Council on November 19th and make further recommendations. Comments centred on inequality
and consideration to families with multiple students. We appreciate your feedback!
2014 Grade 5 Leadership Camp
This term we sent out a survey to all families of current Grade 4 students to gain feedback on 2014 camp
proposals.
Option A-I would like my child/ children to participate in the ADPS Port Fairy Camp ($130.00)-3 responses
(15%)
Option B-I would like my child/children to participate in the ‘Bogong Leadership Camp ($200.00)-1
response (5%)
Option C-I would like my child / children to participate in both the Port-Fairy and Bogong Camps($330.00)-16 responses (80%)
In summary, we had a comprehensive result that supports the organization and attendance for two camps
in 2014 for the Grade 5 students.
Hats and school uniform
A reminder to all families that in term 4 as part of our sunsmart policy all students are required to wear a
school hat at all times for all outside activities.
We do not promote the sharing of hats and request that if your child has not got a hat they are required
to purchase one. Students who do not have a hat at school will be required to play in a designated
covered area and will not be permitted to participate in outdoor activities.
Please ensure your child is wearing the school uniform. We have had a number of students who are
regularly out of uniform. I will be sending home a reminder notice to these students.
CONFIDENCE
Issue 1
Monday 21 October 2013
Asthma
Students who suffer from Asthma are requested to have their puffers at school
with them at all times. Particularly when involved with excursion and Physical
Activity.
Healthy Moves
Walk and Ride to School Day
All students are meeting at the Allansford Recreation Ground from
8.30am on Friday November 1st. Students will walk or ride to school
together at 8.45am and then enjoy a healthy breakfast at school,
provided by the Parents’ Club. Schools with the highest proportion of
students walking are eligible for some great prizes. Remember to
bring a cup, plate, bowl, spoon and knife in a plastic bag.
Walk to School Month
November is walk to school month. Teachers will be clipping cards all
during November for students who walk, ride, scoot or catch the bus.
Remember to clip your card, return filled cards to the office and go
into the draw for some great prizes. A hands up survey will be
conducted every Friday to see which classes are least reliant on cars.
New Crossing
Congratulations to all those students who have been using the new
crossing over Tooram Road. The new crossing has been very well
patronised.
Walk to School Group
The Walking School Bus is leaving the Allansford Store every morning
at 8.25am. Parents wearing the orange vest and taking turns walking
with the children include Sue, Col, Janine, Danielle and Shelly. You
are very welcome to join us either from the shop or along the way on
Ziegler Parade. A big thanks to everyone who has been helping out
with this group.
OCTOBER BIRTHDAYS
Riley Holloway, Sarah-Jane Hope, Gemma Creed, Rhianna Kavanagh,
Rose Keldan, Thalia Coates, Charlie Blacker, Beau Dignan, Victoria
Rea, Sarah Janes, Chloe Janes, Charlotte Paton
RESILIENCE
REMEMBRANCE DAY POPPY APPEAL
Monitors will bring them around the classrooms to sell.
Metal Pin $1
$2 poppy
$5 poppy
$3 wristband
Bulletin
Week Five-4th November-Friday 8th November
Tuesday 5th
•
Kindergarten-Foundation Transition-Kerryn Arnott-9.30-10.00 am
•
BOSC @ 7.30 pm
Wednesday 6th
•
Kindergarten-Foundation Transition-Kerryn Arnott-9.30-10.00 am
•
Brauer transition Visit-Linda Nevill- Brauer College
•
Active After School Program-Tennis (Jill Exell)-3.45-4.45 pm
Thursday 7th
•
Grade 4/5 & 5/6 Swimming-9.00-11.00 am (last Week)
•
Active after-School Program-Cricket-Steve Blacker-3.30-4.45 pm
Friday 8th
•
•
Swimming-Grade Prep &/Prep/ One & Grade One/Two-1.00-3.00 pm
Friday 8th November-Blue light Bike ride
ALLANSFORD KIDS ARE FRIENDLY KIDS
Term 4 value is
“WHAT IS COOPERATION?”
Next week’s focus is
“Respecting the opinion of others”
ORGANISATION
BOOK FAIR
TIMES
Tuesday 19th November
Monday 25th November
Tuesday 26th November
3.30 – 4.30 pm
8.30 – 9.00 am
3.30 – 4.30 pm
3.30 – 4.30 pm
PERFORMANCE
DVD ORDER
We are now taking DVD orders for the Term Three’s performance
Music Through the Decades. The cost for this year’s DVD will be $15 each.
Please fill out the form below and return it to school with money (in an envelope) no later
than Friday November 15th 2013
Kind regards
Gemma Sheldon & Carolynne Sheppard
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------PERFORMANCE DVD ORDER FORM
ORDERS BACK ASAP
Name___________________________________
Number of DVDs required
Amount enclosed:______________
$15 per DVD
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
PERSISTENCE
Parents’ Club
Another week down, another week closer to Christmas. Decorations in the stores everywhere, before we know it 2014
will be near.
URGENT!! Bunning’s BBQ – This Saturday 2nd November
We still need more volunteers between 10.30am and 2.30pm – if you can help for an hour or two please contact
Petra Ross ASAP (Ph:5565 1790/ M:0438 207 042) .
Chef’s Toolbox
Only two weeks to go before our Chef’s Toolbox
Evening on Thursday 14th November @ 7.30 p.m.
Please invite your friends - this promises to be a fun
evening with hands on cooking demonstrations, food
tasting, champagne & nibbles plus the chance to win
some prizes. Please note there is no obligation to
purchase anything – Tickets are $15.
All ticket proceeds will go to the School.
Recipe book : We are still seeking recipes from each
family – don’t forget to submit your favourites for
inclusion in our recipe book.
Please submit to [email protected] or drop a
hand-written one into the office. Notes went home on
Monday to all children who we don’t have a recipe for,
so please send them back this week. If you need a
note, ask Jill at the office.
Family portraits: We need at least another 15 families
to enable this fund-raiser to go ahead. The photo sessions are short and sweet, just 20 mins long and all after school
on a Monday night (November 11). Your $25 gets you not only your sitting, but also a framed photo, keytag and the
opportunity to buy more.
For bookings phone Paulette on 55651201 – they close this week.
Chef’s Toolbox Ticket Order Form
Name: _________________________________________________________
Contact Details: _________________________________________
Please order _____ tickets at $15.00 each. Total enclosed $________
Child’s Name & Class (for forwarding tickets):________________________________________
COMMUNITY NEWS
Milo Cricket - Allansford
Milo cricket is a great way to introduce kids to the sport of cricket, or
enhance the cricket skills they already have. All kids are welcome to come
along and have some fun in a supportive environment.
Starts Wednesday 6th November 4:00-5:30pm at the Allansford Oval
(through until 18th December)
For enquiries, please call
Simon Rea 0427 676 343