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Newsletter!•!Term!1!2017!•!Week!06!
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COMMUNICATION
Communication Procedure ~ Fast Track
Communication in a school is a key
element to what a school is all about.
Learning is largely dependent on clear
communication, and even the flow of dayto-day operation of the school is
dependent on clear and effective
communication. It is like the nerve senses
system of the organization, sometimes like
an electric storm and other times, almost
asleep.
Dealing with queries, questions,
complaints and grievances.
Poor communication is always blamed as
the breakdown of ‘knowing what is
required.’ However, responsibility in
knowing is also equally as important.
For the first port of call for questions…
A recent review revealed that possibly as
few as 30% of parents read the newsletter
regularly and at times less than 50% will
attend their class meetings.
Therefore:
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We are currently reviewing how to
most effectively run the newsletter, or
website page, with events and
important dates to remember.
We are updating, reviewing and
improving Policies and Procedures.
We are uploading more Policies and
Procedures onto our website.
We are simplifying processes.
Novalis College this term has been
focused on “Improving
Communications” as Teacher
Performance Development.
Planning is in place for a General
Parent Meeting for next term.
Following is a procedure that we have
simplified.
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At Lorien Novalis School the relationship
between the parents and teachers is of the
utmost importance. It is essential for the
wellbeing of all students, and for the
learning processes to happen effectively
the teacher-parent rapport and
communication is very important.
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about class events
regarding timetable and curriculum
any class related matters
student behaviour and related issues
and everything directly concerning your
child
… please approach your child’s teacher/
guardian.
If a satisfactory solution or answer was not
achieved, then direct your enquiry to the
Faculty Coordinator:
Early Childhood
Vivien Sievers
Primary School
Vivien Sievers
High School
Leanne Clarke
For greater school issues such as Steiner
Education, school development, wider
curricular questions etc, then you may
wish to speak directly to the Faculty
Coordinators or Norman Sievers, Head of
School.
For financial questions or enquires, please
contact Alison Sonter at the front desk
and she will direct the enquiry to the most
appropriate person.
For grievances or complaints that you feel
haven’t been or cannot be dealt with
effectively through the above channels,
then these issues need to be directed to
the Head of School. The resolution of
these issues may then be passed on to the
College of Teachers.
It is very important that good channels of
communication are maintained with open
and honest dialogue. This cannot be
achieved by the school staff alone.
Parents and staff need to work effectively
together for a positive outcome for the
children.
Final resolution of issues that cannot be
resolved through these regular processes
will be handed to the Lorien Novalis
School Ombudsman Committee.
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Thank you.
Norman
Director, Teaching and Learning
SCHOOL NOTICES & REMINDERS
VOLUNTEER INDUCTION COURSE
Tuesday 14th March 9.30-10.30am in the Novalis College Room
This course is a pre-requisite to assisting in classrooms, on trips etc.
Please register with the office.
All volunteers require a NSW Working With Children Check, which you can apply for
in advance of the course (with no cost to you). Make sure to apply for a VOLUNTEER
check:
http://www.kidsguardian.nsw.gov.au/working-with-children/working-with-children-check
PARENT LIBRARY
We have a Parent Library with resources on a range of topics (parenting, Steiner
education, play etc). The collection is in the school library, and is open for parents to
access on Fridays from 2.45-3.30pm. Membership is $20 (a one-off payment).
If you can’t visit, enquiries can be sent to [email protected]
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Fair Day 2016
“A healthy social life arises
when the whole community finds its
reflection in the mirror of person’s soul,
and when the virtue of each person lives in
the whole community.”
~ Rudolf Steiner ~
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!!!SCHOOL PHOTO SCHEDULE ~ Week 7
School photos will be taken next week.
Please note: There is no need to prepare your child in any special
way (clothing, hair etc) for the photos, as they will be captured in all
of their natural beauty.
Monday
13th March
Tuesday
14th March
Main
(9-11am)
Class 1
Middle
(11.30am-1pm)
Class 2
Block
(2-3pm)
PreSchool
Class 3
Little Kindy
Class 5
Kindergarten
Wednesday
PreSchool
Class 6
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15 March
Little Kindy
Class 4
Thursday
PreSchool
High School
High School
16th March
Little Kindy
High School
Whole School
& Staff Photos
Friday
PreSchool
17th March
Little Kindy
Class 7
Sibling photos: morning tea and lunch times. HS only until 1.45pm
‘The Village Blacksmith’ (extract)
by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Under a spreading chestnut-tree
The village smithy stands;
The smith, a mighty man is he,
With large and sinewy hands;
And the muscles of his brawny arms
Are strong as iron bands.
Toiling,--rejoicing,--sorrowing,
Onward through life he goes;
High School ~ lessons
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Each morning sees some task begin,
Each evening sees it close
Something attempted, something done,
Has earned a night's repose.
Thanks, thanks to thee, my worthy friend,
For the lesson thou hast taught!
Thus at the flaming forge of life
Our fortunes must be wrought;
Thus on its sounding anvil shaped
Each burning deed and thought.
The Rolling Bunyip Press
Class 6 recently published a class magazine ‘The Rolling Bunyip Press’. Content was all
creative work of the class, from this and some prior years.
Along with Melody and Jim, the class was supported in the production process by
Monika, a past Lorien graduate who has considerable desktop publishing experience,
plus great creative talent.
We will be sharing a few pages from Bunyip Press with you in our next few newsletters…
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P&F MEETINGS
7.30pm Novalis College Room
Mondays, Week 2 of terms:
Term 2 ~1st May
Term 3 ~ 24th July
Term 4 ~ 16th October
You can contact the P&F at any time
by email: [email protected]
ALL WELCOME !
FACEBOOK GROUPS:
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Lorien Community: www.facebook.com/groups/LNSCommunity!
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Buy/Swap/Sell/Promote your Business:
www.facebook.com/groups/LNSSellSwapGiveAway/)
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Lorien Novalis Alumni page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LNSAlumni/
FAIR MEETING
Monday March 13th is the first
Lorien Fair meeting for 2017.
7.30pm in Novalis College for everyone
interested in contributing ideas and handson help for creating another fabulous
event.
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P & F SHOP
OPENING HOURS
Monday to Friday:
With apologies, new stock shipment
of Sunshadow indoor slippers has
been delayed, as the business
owners have relocated.
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All welcome!
No experience necessary
9-10am
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All enquiries to:
[email protected]!
We would like to start finding host families for our Japanese students from Senshu High
School in July/August…
Wanted:
Families to host a Japanese students
26th July – 6th August 2017
Students are aged 16-17 years & speak some English.
What you need to provide:
a comfy bed (sharing a room is fine)
3 meals a day
daily transport to/from Lorien Novalis School
Families are paid $50 per night for hosting.
Students attend school on weekdays & enjoy family life with you on the weekend.
For further information or any questions - Tel: 9889 4366 http://www.vsoceania.com
Takashi: [email protected] mob: 0423 097 518 / 0408 468 538
COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARD
FOUND:
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LOST:
School calculator
Prescription sunglasses (black frame)
Blue Lorien bucket hat with "Aicken"
written inside.
WANTED:
Class 4 are needing a guinea pig cage, if
you have one you can donate. Thank
you!
If you are booking travel with FLIGHT CENTRE at Round Corner please mention Lorien Novalis School
upfront and request they ’kick-back’ from your booking to the school fundraising account. Thank you
MUSIC TEACHERS
For individual lessons to Classes 4 and up**
If your child would like to commence private tuition,
please contact Barbara Webb to discuss options and costs.
♪ Barbara Webb
violin
♪ Kevin Adams
guitar, ukulele, drums
♪ Timothy Teylan
saxophone & clarinet
♪ Harry Day
trumpet
♪ Su Choung
piano
♪ Adrienne Alexander
flute
♪ Sabella Osborne singing
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0416 058 752 [email protected]
0405 482 310 [email protected]
0423 619 053
0430 130 451 [email protected]
0423 514 412 [email protected]
0435 910 807 [email protected]
2017 SCHOOL YEAR
2017 School calendar/planners are now available at the office
Term 1:
Mon 30th Jan
to Fri 7th Apr (10wk term)
9 Mar
Class 2 Parent Meeting 6pm (classroom)
9 Mar
*TBC* Class 10 Play performance 7pm ‘From Day To Night’
13 Mar
Lorien Fair meeting 7.30pm (Novalis College)
14 Mar
Volunteer Induction Course 9.30-10.30am (Novalis College)
16 Mar
Kindergarten Parent Meeting 7.30pm (classroom)
18 Mar
PreSchool & Kindergarten family outing to Bilpin
20 Mar
Class 1 Parent Meeting 7pm (classroom)
20 Mar – 9 April Class 12 Trip (Japan)
22-24 Mar
Class 6 Trip (Jenolan Caves/Ruined Castle)
6 Apr
*TBC* Class 11 Play performance 7pm ‘The Play That Goes Wrong’
7 Apr
Kindergarten Harvest Festival 10am (classroom)
Term 2:
1 May
9-11 May
27 May
22-23 Jun
Wed 26th Apr
to Fri 23rd Jun
(9wk term)
P&F Meeting 7.30pm (Novalis College)
Naplan tests (Classes 3, 5, 7, 9)
Market & Information Day
Winter Festival
Term 3:
24 Jul
2 Sep
4-22 Sep
Mon 17th Jul
to Fri 22nd Sep
(10wk term)
P&F Meeting 7.30pm (Novalis College)
Fair Day
Class 9 Trip (Central Australia) Dates TBC
Term 4:
Mon 9th Oct
to Fri 8th Dec
(9wk term)
16 Oct
P&F Meeting 7.30pm (Novalis College)
30 Oct – 14 Nov Class 6 Trip (NW Island)
11 Nov
Market & Information Day
19-24 Nov Class 10 Tall Ship Sailing trip
25 Nov
Major Works Presentations
1 Dec
PUPIL FREE DAY (for Open Day setup)
2 Dec
Open Day
TERM 1 2018 Commences Monday 29th January 2018
The return of the FRIDAY SAUSAGE SIZZLE
Class 7 will commence Friday Sausage Sizzles for Classes 2 and up
from this week (10th March)
ORGANIC SAUSAGES ON A ROLL $3
With vegetarian, onion & sauce options
JUICE BLOCKS $1
Class 7 trip fundraising ~ Thank you for your support
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