COROMANDEL VALLEY PRIMARY SCHOOL
“Developing global learners in a caring community”
339 Main Road, Coromandel Valley, SA 5051
Tel: (08) 8278 3693 Fax: (08) 8370 2436
email: [email protected]
URL: www.coromandps.sa.edu.au
NEWSLETTER 17
Important Diary Dates
OCTOBER
Tuesday 22/10
9:15 – 10:15 - Band
Wednesday 23/10
Jump Rope @ ETSA Park
Monday 28/10
Scholastic orders due
Tuesday 29/10
Governing Council
Wednesday 30/10
Jump Rope @ Lobethal
NOVEMBER
Friday 1/11
Sharing Assembly
Saturday 2/11
Jump Rope @ ETSA Park
Monday 4/11 – Friday 8/11
PE Week
Monday 4/11 – Wed 6/11
Year 3/4 Camp
Tuesday 5/11
Interschool Readers Cup
Thursday 7/11
Sporting Hero Dress Up
Day
Sports Committee Mtg
Friday 5/11
Fun Run @ 2pm
Wednesday 13/11
Yr 5 Exhibition
Monday 18/11 – Wed 20/11
Yr 1/2 Camp
Friday 22/11
Sharing Assembly
Monday 25/11
Yr 6/7 SIP Open Night
Monday 25/11 – Wed 27/11
Yr 4/5 Camp
Friday 29/11
Talent Show
DECEMBER
Tuesday 10/12
Celebration Night
Thursday 12/12
Year 7 Graduation Night
T/A South Australian Government Schools
CRICOS Provider Number: 00018A
17TH OCTOBER 2013
Dear Parents
MANAGE ONLINE BEHAVIOUR
Be aware of what your children are doing on the internet. You can do this in a
number of ways, including sitting with them while they are using the internet
and chatting with them about what they are doing. You can also keep track of
what is going on by:
• checking Bookmarks or Favorites (accessible via the icons on the menu
bar) for sites your children like to visit often
• checking recently visited sites (using Options, Preference or History)
• email monitoring software is also available. KidSafe is an example of email
monitoring software. It allows parents to filter email for their children to
block out spam, viruses and offensive email. For more information go to
the KidSafe website
Establish guidelines about safe internet use
• keep the computer that is connected to the internet in a family area, not
behind closed doors
• Only allow your children to use chat groups or news-groups or send email
messages with your permission and under your supervision
Teach children to be critical users of the internet
• never to give others their name, the names of their friends, or fill in
questionnaires with their personal details
• never to send images of themselves over the net as they may be used for
other purposes
• to only use monitored chat lines designed for their own age group;
• to always be themselves when on-line;
• to be critical in respect of ‘information’ found on the internet. Information
on the internet comes from many sources and not all is reliable
IT NEWS
Thinking of purchasing a computer or tablet for Christmas??
With the holiday season approaching, some people may be considering buying
a computer/tablet as a gift for your child or for family use.
After extensive research the school is trialling Ipads in three rooms this term,
after which a decision will be made on the schools direction for the next three
years.
PHIL GREAVES
PRINCIPAL
CAR PARKING
A reminder to parents to be mindful of congestion within the car parking and entrance areas at the front of the school.
Parents are encouraged to utilise the ‘kiss and drop’ option and if it is necessary to park, there is car parking available in
the church next to the school. Parking a short distance from the school and walking in is a healthy alternative and sets a
good example to the students. Please be aware that parking in the music house area is for staff only.
SUN SMART POLICY
Now that the first signs of spring are creeping up on us, it is a reminder that all children must wear a hat for outside
activities from now on. Please make sure your child’s hat is named so that it can easily be returned if it gets mislaid. Our
“NO HAT NO PLAY” policy is now operational.
WELCOME
Welcome to the following new students and their families:
Rec Bennett: Liliana F., Thomas A., Hunter F., Sabrina B., Angus B., and Lola C.
Chalmer:
Welcome back to Charlotte V Z.
CATASTROPHIC (Code Red) Day
Coromandel Valley PS along with all others in the area have been rated as high risk by the CFS and in times of a declared
Catastrophic Day (Code Red) in the Mount Lofty Ranges Fire Ban District the school will be closed. There will be no staff
on site.
At times the advice from the CFS may arrive after children have left. In the event that Coromandel Valley PS will be
closed due to a Catastrophic Day families are responsible to check the weather forecasts or alternatively look on the
Bureau of Meteorology or CFS websites for catastrophic rating for the Mount Lofty Ranges Fire Ban District and listen to
the ABC radio for updates.
In regards to OSHC and Vac-Care the same action applies. If the advice is issued, then the facility is closed so please
keep an eye on the public warnings for the Mount Lofty Ranges Fire Ban District as staff will not be on site.
Our Bushfire Action Plan and Checklist is completed and submitted to the Department of Education and Children’s'
Services annually, and we conduct fire drills at our site on a regular basis. Our fire booster pumps and hydrants are also
checked on an ongoing basis.
The Bushfire information hotline number is 1300 362 361, and information is on radio AM891/5AN. The CFS website is
www.cfs.sa.gov.au
PREMIER’S READING CHALLENGE 2013
Congratulations to Adam (2 Zuener) and Chloe (3
Cropley) who challenged themselves to read as
many books as possible for the Premier’s Reading
Challenge. Adam read the most books of our R-2
students, reading 145 books. Chloe read the most
books out of all of our Year 3-5 students, reading
57 books. Medals or certificates from the Premier
will arrive in November for students who
participated in the Premier’s Reading Challenge.
Sheralyn Robertson - Teacher-Librarian
Are your contact details up to date at the school?
Please ensure you provide the school with correct
personal contact details to ensure we can get in
touch with you as soon as possible if the need arises.
MURALS AT CVPS
As mentioned in the last newsletter, CVPS has been given a grant of $1,500 to paint up to 5 murals around our
school. We are looking for more parents (& kids) who would like to put ideas &/or help paint pictures around the school.
YOU DON’T HAVE TO BE AN ARTIST....... anyone in the community can help. We originally thought of having murals
to represent all the different cultures & nationalities connected with CVPS students; we have a wonderful diversity
here worth celebrating...... maybe one with some European icons, one with Aboriginal/ Australian influence as well as
Japanese / Korean / Chinese etc.... but maybe you have another idea for a mural theme???? Let us know.
If you have connections with other cultures, please give us your ideas or let us know what you would like to see
represented....or maybe you would just like to put a bit of paint on a wall ...remember, you don’t need to consider
yourself artistic... just come and have fun....
Please contact Kristen at front desk on [email protected] or me (Sally Smith) on 041 22 33 051. We
will be organising a meeting soon (with refreshments & a crèche if need be) at the school for those interested as
we need to use the grant up by the end of the year. Plus there is funding available for translators if needed. We really
look forward to hearing from you.
Thanks. Sally
PARENTS AND FRIENDS NEWS
Welcome back to a new term. We hope you had a relaxing break.
Welcome Morning Tea: Parents and Friends would like to invite all new parents and caregivers to the school to a
welcome morning tea on Monday 21st October at 9am after assembly in the meeting room near the front office. Tea,
coffee and biscuits supplied. Please drop in for a chat.
Parents and Friends Meeting: We will hold our first meeting for Term 4 on Tuesday 22nd October. If you would like to be
involved in the school community by volunteering or helping raise funds, please email [email protected]. We always
welcome new members.
Fundraising Coordinator Required
Required. We are seeking a volunteer(s) to coordinate/manage the People’ s Choice Credit
Union Lottery for 2014 or on an ongoing basis. This is a very important fundraiser for our school. If you are interested in
the role please email Selina at [email protected] for the job description.
Future Events:
Events:
November - 8 November is the School Fun Run.
December - Dance Night, Rainbow Day and Celebration Night. Dates TBA shortly.
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ATTENTION MUSIC STUDENTS
who play classical guitar or a string, brass, woodwind, or percussion instrument
Develop your playing confidence and motivation!
Outstanding opportunities to join a Central Student Ensemble in 2014
For students in years 4-6 in 2013 -
Flutes of Fleurieu (FOF)
Primary Schools Guitar Ensemble (PSGE)
Primary Schools’ String Orchestra (PSSO)
Primary Schools Wind Ensemble (PSWE)
Recorder Consort SA (RCSA)
For students in years 7-9 in 2013 -
Flutes of Fleurieu (FOF)
Recorder Consort SA (RCSA)
South Australian Schools Percussion Ensemble (SASPE)
Students must be attending a DECD school in 2013 and 2014. Students beyond the beginner stage who are learning
at school or privately are encouraged to audition. Auditions will be held from October 2013. For more information
please contact –
Nora Thomas
Instrumental Music Service
Ph: 8261 8988
ISSUE 7 BOOK CLUB OUT NOW!
The 2nd last book club for the year is out now and due back at the office
by MONDAY 28TH OCTOBER.
There are some great books on offer this issue starting from as little as $2 and all sales earn points for our school. For
anyone looking to start their Christmas shopping, this is a great way to find some terrific stocking fillers that won't rot
your kids teeth!
Please be sure to fill in the order forms clearly and include a contact number.
Happy Reading
Bronwyn Carey-Keane
SPORTS NEWS
Congratulations to Ava H. and Edward S. who recently competed in the National Cross Country Championships in
Tasmania. Both students competed very well and enjoyed a wonderful experience.
Congratulations to Patrick D. and Natasha R. who have both been selected to represent SAPSASA at the forthcoming
School Sport Australia Tennis Event in Brisbane in October. We wish both of these students the best of luck.
Congratulations also to Thomas O., Jacob H., Harry N., and Zac V. who have all gained selection in the Southern
Heights SAPSASA District Cricket team. The boys will be competing for a week in November and we wish them all the best.
RESEARCH OPPORTUNITY FOR PARENTS OF CHILDREN IN PRE PRIMARY AND YEAR ONE:
DO YOU THINK YOUR CHILD IS READY FOR SCHOOL?
Curtin University School of Psychology and Speech Pathology are conducting research into whether parents think that
their child is ready to start primary school. They are seeking parents of children in pre-primary or year one to complete a
15 minute online questionnaire about factors that may influence parent’s perceptions of school readiness. To participate,
please follow the link https://qtrial.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_5asTDTnLxWEgGFf
For more information, contact Beverley at [email protected]
Your valued participation in this research is greatly appreciated.
(This research has been approved by the Curtin University Human Research Ethics Committee, Approval No. PSYCH & SP 55).
MILO in2cricket
Commencing Thursday 7th November at Coromandel Cricket Club, Corner of Coromandel Parade and
Garnett Avenue, Blackwood.
Also on at Coromandel Ramblers Cricket Club, but commenced last Friday.
Sign up at in2cricket.com.au
During last term 20 students from Years 2-7 participated in an English Competition. This was a national assessment
conducted by the University of New South Wales. These students were awarded certificates of achievement as well
as information rating their performance with other students of similar levels across South Australia and the Northern
Territory. They did our school proud and we congratulate them for their efforts.
Distinction
(score within top 10 Percentile)
Credit
(score within top 20 percentile)
Participation
Hunter A.
Kate O.
Oliver D.
Ashlee G.
Amelia H.
Makedde H.
Zoe O.
Adam Z.
Bella D-B.
Finlay A.
Indigo P.
Mason C-K.
Tabitha D-B.
Leila I.
Brian K.
Noah W-B.
Jacob O.
Patrick D.
Tinashe M.
Nicholas R.
Thanks
Chris Gully
Shoe Boxes of Love
For several years our school has organized the collection of Shoe boxes of
Love to be sent overseas through The Samaritans Purse. Last year over
300,000 shoe boxes left Australia and New Zealand for children in South East
Asia and the Pacific. We are very keen to continue this global support in
2013.
But…this year we would like to collect differently.
During the whole of W
Weeeekk 22, we will take donations of items, empty shoe boxes and gold coins (to
cover postage costs of $9 per box) into the front office. There will be a collection point for all items.
At the end of the week, Mrs. Black / Mrs. Bradley’s class will pack all the donated items into
shoeboxes and deliver them for shipping overseas.
It would be aam
maazziinngg if everyone could donate 1 item and a gold coin.
If you have already packed a shoe box or would like to pack a shoe box of your own, there are
pamphlets available at the front office, or visit the website listed below.
Things to light up the world of a child in need
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SOMETHING TO LOVE
Teddy bear, doll, soft toy, etc.
SOMETHING FOR SCHOOL
Exercise book, pencil case, pens, pencils, colouring pencils,
sharpener, eraser, chalk, etc.
SOMETHING TO WEAR
T-shirt, shorts, underwear, cap, beanie, sandals, thongs, etc.
SOMETHING TO PLAY WITH
Tennis ball, cars, skipping rope, marbles, musical instrument, yo-yo,
slinky, finger puppets, wind up torch, etc. (No battery operated
items)*
SOMETHING FOR PERSONAL HYGIENE
Soap and face washer, toothbrush, hairbrush, comb, hair-clips,
scrunchies, etc.(No toothpaste)*
SOMETHING SPECIAL
Carry bag, sunglasses, bangles, necklaces, craft kits, stickers, note
or photo of yourself.
What not to pack **
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ITEMS THAT LEAK OR MELT
Including toothpaste, shampoo, bubbles, plasticine / playdough, batteries.
FOOD OR LOLLIES
Of any kind (due to shipping regulations) including medicines and vitamins.
USED OR DAMAGED ITEMS
Including clothing and toys.
BREAKABLE ITEMS
Such as glass, porcelain, mirrors.
ITEMS THAT CAN SCARE OR HARM A CHILD
Examples are knives, war-related toys and toy guns.
GAMBLING-RELATED ITEMS
For example, play money and playing cards.
ANYTHING OF A RELIGIOUS, RACIAL OR POLITICAL NATURE
Much of the above information and further details can be found online at
http://operationchristmaschild.org.au/?page_id=25
Thank you for your kind Support – Margot Bradley Year 6/7 teacher.
PEDAL PRIX—
PRIX—24 HOUR EVENT—
EVENT—MURRAY BRIDGE
From the moment the cover came off “BLUE BOLT” at the Murray Bridge 24hr Pedal Prix in September, our fantastic
looking new vehicle attracted a lot of favourable comments and attention. All the cameras were clicking.
This year we built a fibre glass body which gave us a more aerodynamic shape and we were also able to make it look
spectacular. If there had been a prize for best looking vehicle, we think we would have won it.
We knew it was fast, from our very brief training session in the nearly complete vehicle. In qualifying on the Friday night
of the event we were the 7th fastest primary school out of 90 others and our riders were telling us that they would be
able to go faster once they learnt the circuit.
The race was a little bit rough, “BLUE BOLT” had a couple of rollovers and we got a few knocks and big hits and lost the
chain a couple of times. The time we took to fix this problem cost us laps that we weren't able to make up.
We finished 26 out of 90 in the primary class and 159 out of 225 competitors overall, and we rode a total of 259 laps in
24hrs. This means the team rode for 619.6 kms over the 24 hour event.
We did set the fastest lap in the race at 3:17.687 on a circuit that is 2.2 kms long (the fastest lap time that Coro has ever
done). This was achieved by Lachlan B. - fantastic effort Lachlan.
There were some very tired riders and parents at the end of the race, but everyone has great memories that make all the
training and hard work worthwhile.
All the Team were presented with certificates at assembly on Monday. Lachlan was presented with a certificate for fastest
lap and he then presented the trophy for fastest lap to Mr Greaves for the school to retain.
A big thank you to all the parents, team, Carol and Alex Moncrieff, Terry Pulford, Bernie De Lyster and all our supporters
and sponsors for their hard work and support. Without their support our Pedal Prix experience for 2013 would not have
been the success it was.
LEARNER PROFILE & ATTITUDE CERTIFICATES - Weeks 10 & 1
Congratulations to the following students who received recognition for their efforts at school to learn in a
positive and productive manner.
Ewan C.
Aiden T.
Harry M.
Sabelle A.
Jack W.
Makedde H.
Emily R-J.
Lauren B.
Talia W.
Chloe G.
Isobel S.
Finlay A.
Harry J.
Lincoln S.
Malachy H.
Matthew S.
Sophie T.
Jayden A.
Tylah R.
Mary H.
Rose P.
Bella S.
Charlie N.
Mason G.
Ellie A.
Ayla A.
Danny H.
Phoebe S.
Tara A.
Rhys B.
Amber D.
Jai B.
Ryan D.
Evan A.
Hannah S.
Caring
Inquirer
Inquirer
Caring
Balanced
Balanced
Inquirer
Inquirer
Caring
Balanced
Principled
Principled
Reflective
Reflective
Reflective
Communicator
Inquirer
Balanced
Open minded
Reflective
Knowledgeable
Risk taker
Balanced
Inquirer
Risk taker
Knowledgeable
Risk taker
Inquirer
Thinker
Knowledgeable
Risk taker
Communicator
Open minded
Risk taker
Communicator
Ava S.
Rolie W.
Erin S.
Communicator
Knowledgeable
Knowledgeable
Sam W.
Kane S.
Addisyn J.
Communicator
Risk taker
Risk taker
This year, make your school holidays count - enrol
your children in the 2014 SA Water VACSWIM program
and teach them to be safe in, on and around water.
6th - 14th January 2014. For more information, please
visit our website www.vacswimsa.com.au or call (08)
8200 2525.
Whilst online enrolments are strongly encouraged, on site
enrolment days will be held at selected locations in
November and December 2013.
These students received awards
for caring for their environment.
* Program dates can vary, so please visit our website for
regular program updates.
ENROL ONLINE NOW! www.vacswimsa.com.au or pick up
an enrolment package from the front office.
ALL SCHOOL FEES ARE NOW OVERDUE
All materials & services fees, sport fees etc are now due to be paid. Overdue statements have been sent out
last term. Fees can be paid at the office, by telephone or online. Please note that Governing Council has
decided that due to changes to external debt collection policies any overdue accounts that are sent to debt
collection will incur an administration fee of 15% of the amount owed to cover debt collection costs. External
debt collection WILL be pursued, at the direction of Governing Council, if your account is not paid or you have
made no contact with the school regarding your account.
Thank you to the majority of our school families who have paid their fees. Your school fees are important to
meet the needs of your child while they are at school.
Governing Council Meeting
Our next Governing Council meeting is to be held on Tuesday 29/10 at 7:30pm. At this meeting we will be
discussing the approval of our Materials & Services Fees for 2014. Any parent who wishes to attend this
meeting is welcome or you can speak to Jonathon Griffith-Jones (Chair) or Peter Lewis (Treasurer) prior to the
meeting.
Below is a watermarked copy of the recommended fees and also some information about fees charged in
2013 at other schools within our cluster area.
M&S Charge 2013 Summary
School
Craigburn
Belair
Blackwood
Hawthorndene
Coromandel Valley
Clapham
Eden Hills
Bellevue Heights
M & S Fee 2013
$360
$350
$340
$335
$325
$300
$300
$280
Excursion Levy
$70
$45
$50
$40
$35
Coromandel Valley Primary School Canteen Summer Menu 2013-2014
Every Day Menu
Every Day Menu
Special Days Menu
Drinks
Hot Food
Thursday Specials All New
Fruit Juice (a)
-Apple, Orange, Multi, Apple Blackcurrant
Water (g)
Chocolate/strawberry Big M milk (a)
LOLS - Razz bri/Tropkl/B-Current (a)
Slushies – assorted Juice (g,gf)
$1.80
$1.50
$2.00
$2.00
$1.50
Sandwiches
Buttered (g)
Ham or cheese (g)
Ham & Cheese or Cheese & Tomato (g)
Chicken & Cheese or Ham, Ch & Tom (g)
Add for Toasted
Add for buttered Roll
Add for salad (g)
$1.40
$2.00
$2.50
$2.70
.30
.60
.80
Cold Food
Teriyaki Chicken Sushi (g,gf)
$3.00
Cooked Tuna Sushi (g,gf)
$3.00
Vegetarian Sushi (g,gf,v)
$2.80
Salad box Plain (g,gf,v)
$3.50
Chicken or ham or egg (g,gf)
$4.00
Dip pack-veg &crackers w/French onion NEW $4.00
(v,a)
Hot Buttered or Garlic Roll (g)
Corn Cobbett’s (g,gf)
Plain Vegetarian Nachos (a,v)
Chicken Nuggets & Gems (a)
Potato Bake (g)
Macaroni & Cheese (g,v)
Lasagne (g)
Chicken Burger NEW (g)
Veggie Burger NEW (g,v)
Beef Burger NEW (g)
Pies/Pasties (a)
Sausage Rolls (a)
Mini potato top pies NEW (a)
Wedges w/ sweet chilli or Tomato NEW (a)
Hash browns (a)
Gluten Free
(Stored and cooked separately)
Chicken nuggets (5) w/ salad NEW (g,gf)
Chicken tenders (2) w/ salad NEW (g,gf)
$1.20
$1.50
$3.80
$3.50
$4.00
$4.00
$4.00
$4.50
$4.50
$4.50
$4.00
$3.80
$1.00
$4.00
$1.50
$4.20
$4.80
Sauces small portion – tomato or sweet chilli
Large portions – tomato, sweet chilli or Mayo
Please NOTE brown bags are found in classroom
lunch box.
.20
.50
Wraps - Sweet chilli chicken tenders (g)
- Sea chest fish nuggets (g)
- Ham & Salad (g)
$4.50
$4.50
$4.50
Fishermans Basket w/ wedges or salad
(1 pc fish) (g)
Chicken basket w/ wedges or salad
(3 tenders) (g)
$4.80
$4.80
Friday Specials
Pizzas - Supreme (g)
- Ham & Pineapple (g)
- Cheese (g,v)
$3.80
$3.80
$3.40
Hot Dogs - Plain (a)
- w/ sauce (a)
- w/ cheese and sauce (a)
$3.20
$3.40
$3.80
Taco meat Nachos (a)
$4.50
Late orders and incorrect ordering maybe replaced
with toasted sandwich.
Menu found on school website, class box, office &
canteen.
g = green a = amber gf = gluten free v = vegetarian