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Calliope State School
Calliope Kids are:
Safe
Respectful
Responsible
News from 4C – Fun with Forces
In 4C, we have been having fun with forces this term. We started our
Science unit playing games such as ten-pin bowling, badminton, dominos,
marbles and rolling on the scooter boards to get us thinking about
different sized forces and their effect on objects. We learnt about friction
the hard way when we split into two teams and played tug-of-war; one
team had quite an advantage when they were provided with gloves that
gave them more grip on the rope! Gravity is still causing us some grief -
“How come it feels like the Earth is flat but it’s actually round?”
Coen, Clayton and Dan testing the effect of different
sized forces on a matchbox.
Georgia and Ahlia measuring Dan and Dylan recording the distance the matchbox the results of their
moved. investigation.
15 November 2016
Dawson Highway Calliope, Qld, 4680
Telephone (07) 4975 8333
Facsimile (07) 4975 6437
Website www.calliopess.eq.edu.au
E-mail [email protected]
Principal’s Piece
Last Friday we were excited to be able to showcase the presentation of a Bravery Award
to Jai Griffin. Jai was presented with his award and commended for his actions in
getting his baby brother to safety during a fire in the family home. Through this
presentation we were also provided with the timely reminder to ensure our smoke
alarms are working and we have active fire evacuation plans in place in our family
home. The fact that Jai and his family were able to all get out safely is testament to the
importance of a clear evacuation plan. Congratulations Jai.
Also last Friday, our school leaders and year 5/6 Speech Choir were invited to recite
poems at the Calliope RSL Remembrance Day Service. The students represented the
school and themselves brilliantly with their respectful behaviour and well prepared
recitation.
Over the last few weeks we have seen many parents making excellent decisions on the
future of their children with prep enrolments for 2017 formally underway. Around 90
interviews have been held over this period as well as our orientation days and open
days which have afforded our staff, new prep students and their families the
opportunity to meet. What a wonderful experience and I’m sure there is a lot of
excitement amongst all those fresh little faces for next year at ‘big school’. Once again,
if you know of anyone with prep eligible students who is still yet to touch base with the
school please encourage them to do so ASAP. Early indications of numbers allows us to
make clearer decision regarding class composition and will result in a lower chance of
changes being required between now and the start of the year.
Thank you to all those parents who have advised of your intention to return to Calliope
State School in 2017. Over the next few weeks, the Leadership Team and teaching staff
will be planning class structures for 2017. At this stage, there will be very few changes
in staffing in 2017 and I am still working with our Human Resources Department to
finalise our workforce plan. Could I please give a gentle reminder not to request a
specific teacher for your child? The teacher you seek may be on another year level – or
not at the school – creating a sense of disappointment and/or frustration for you or
your child. I would also like to remind parents that careful planning and consideration of
individual student needs goes in to our class placements. Teachers have begun this
process and the Leadership Team will be reviewing classes to ensure an optimum
learning environment. For some students, we will begin the transition process this year
in consultation with case managers, parents and teachers. Parents are also reminded
that friendships are an important part of everyone’s life – particularly at school.
Children realise after a while that a good play-friend may not be a good learning-friend.
The most important consideration as we come to the end of the 2016 school
year is that our children are still engaged and enjoying coming to school to
learn. While the end of year becomes very busy, it is vital that we maintain
routines, as best we can, and a focus on learning.
Jeremy Godden
Principal
Making happy times
The happy times you have with children are the building of their self-esteem and good
mental health. It can be a good idea to think about all the happy interactions you have
had with children in a day, and all the ones where you have been angry and had to say
‘no’, or have not had time to answer them. If there are more negative interactions than
positive ones, it is important to think about what is happening in your life and how you
could make it less stressful. Often the reason children miss out on good times is because
their parents or carers are stressed. It is important to make time to have fun and take
care of yourself.
For some parents and carers, making a conscious decision to do one fun thing every day
with their children helps them build this into their busy lifestyle. It’s great if this is
something you know your child loves to do: an outing in the park, fun with bubbles or a
ball in the backyard, cooking or visiting a friend. Even if it is for 15 minutes, the main
thing is that they are having fun with you.
Good feelings arise when a child gets a special smile or a word of encouragement for what
they are doing, for example, singing something together as you go somewhere in your
car, a gentle touch or a hug. Little things like this, done often, are important to children’s
self-esteem and confidence.
Let your child help you sometimes with what you are doing. It may take longer but
children love to help you and do things with you.
Think back on your own childhood and what your happiest memories were. Things may
be different now but all children need happy times with their parents.,
“… a child requires progressively more complex joint activity (interactions) with one or
more adults who have an emotional relationship with the child. Somebody’s got to be
crazy about the kid. That’s number one. First, last and always’.
For more information about Mental Health Matters
https://www.kidsmatter.edu.au/mental-health-matters/social-and-emotional-
learning/resilience
Word of the Week
Stars of the Week
Prep A Carter Prep B Chloe
Prep C Bonnie Prep D William
Prep/1E Iggy 1A Naithan
1B Jasmine 1C Bradley
1D Zane 2A
2B 2C Kalliah
2D Molly 3A Jordyn
3B Molly 3C Harper
3D Braith 4A Lily
4B Kyra 4C Alec
5A Laith 5B Chloe
5C Ebonie 6A Kaden
6B Ebony 6C Kimberley
PE Maycee Music Noah
Prep B – Thank you to Bunnings Gladstone
Prep B would like to thank Gladstone Bunnings for their recent
donation of equipment to help our garden continue to
succeed. This included:
Retractable hose reel with spray gun Watering cans
Plant trainers/ trellises for beans, peas and tomatoes
16th
Nov Prep Interviews 18
th Nov Office Moves
25th
Nov FFF 25
th Nov Community Xmas Carols
29th
& 30
th Nov GSHS & Toolooa Transition
02nd
Dec Yr 4-6 Swimming Carnival 05
th Dec Yr 6 Graduation
07th
Dec Report Cards 08
th Dec Principal’s Parade
PROCEDURE FOR STUDENT ABSENCES
If your student is away for any reason there are several ways of notifying the school.
Send a note with your child Phone on 07 4975 8366 Email-
We appreciate and thank-you for
your cooperation.
We would like to remind all parents if you have moved or changed your
contact details over the holidays
please update your information by calling the office on 4975 8333.
We appreciate and thank you for your cooperation.
The newsletter is published every
Tuesday and is sent via email. If you have not given the school office your email please do so by calling
the office or emailing [email protected]. If you
would prefer a paper copy please inform the Office.
Uniform Shop The uniform shop has eftpos.
Otherwise cash and cheque are accepted. If you are unable to get to
the uniform shop during opening
hours, you can fill out an order form available from the office, and leave completed form and cash or cheque
payment with the office ladies. Your order will be filled and be ready for collection on Wednesday. Uniforms
can be ordered through flexischools -www.flexischools.com.au.
frequently
Chappy News
Dare 9 To start the new term, think of a specific way you’d like to greet your spouse/partner this week. Do it with a smile and
enthusiasm. Then determine to change your greeting from now on to reflect you love for them. ‘The Love Dare’ by Stephen & Alex Kendrick(Summarised)
McHappy Day Strings Performance
On Saturday November 12th, our Strings Ensemble performed
as part of the McHappy Day celebrations at Boyne Island. Our
group, lead by Miss Ruge, were wonderful. Thank you to all the
parents and staff who were able to attend.
Booklist 2017
The booklist for 2017 is attached to this week’s newsletter.
Student Banking 16th November – Final Week
This is the final week for students to deposit funds for student
banking at school. Due to our office moving on the 18th of
November, the school will be unable to process anymore
banking for 2016. School banking will resume in term 1 2017.
Prayer Time with
Chappy
When: Every Wednesday Time: 8:00– 8:30am
Where: Chappy Sonia’s office
Calliope Pool
Calliope Pool Number
0497 815 393
Pool Disco Friday 18th November 6pm-
8pm – 13yrs & under Parent supervision required.
BBQ Dinner.
Santa at the Pool Friday
2nd December 6pm-8pm.
BBQ Dinner.
Intense Holiday Learn to
Swim Classes
Bookings and payment can
be made at the pool as of
Monday 14th November.
Week 1 – 12/12/16 – 16/12/16
Week 2 – 19/12/16 – 23/12/16
Week 3 – 09/01/16 – 13/01/17
Week 4 – 16/01/17 – 20/01/17
School Office Moves on Friday 18th
The office is moving on Friday the 18th November to temporary
premises whist the new administration building is being
completed. It would be appreciated if contact with the office is
kept to a minimum. There may be disruptions to phone and
internet facilities, therefore ensure your children are aware of
their after school routine.
Year 6 Transition to GSHS
On the 29th and 30th of November, Gladstone State High School
are holding their transition days for the Year 6 students who will
be attending Year 7 at Gladstone State High School in 2017. More
information will be given to students in the future.
Year 6 Transition to Toolooa SHS
On Tuesday 29th and Wednesday 30th of November, Toolooa SHS
are holding a two day orientation program for current Year 6
students moving into Year 7 in 2017. Please see attached sheet
with more details.
Calliope’s Wide World of Sport
Junior Swimming Carnivals
Years 1-3 will be competing in mini swimming carnivals during
week 9. Parents are welcome to attend and help out on the days –
younger children are not permitted to be at the pool due to safety
and supervision reasons. The students will be participating in a
range of races and fun events.
* Prep – usual swimming times
* Year 1 – 28th of November - Monday 9:30am-11am
* Year 2 – 28th of November - Monday 11.45am-1.15pm
* Year 3 – 29th of November - Tuesday 1.15pm-3pm
Senior Swimming Carnival
The Senior Swimming Carnival will be held on Friday the 2nd of
December starting at 12.30pm. Students are asked to nominate in
at least one event. Parents, guardians and spectators are
welcome to attend. The pool gates will be open from 12.15pm.
Community Notices
!!!REMINDER!!!
With fire season rapidly
approaching, we would like to ask
parents to refrain from parking in
front of the fire hydrant outside the
pool.
The Sliver Spurs Western
Performance Club Inc will be
holding Horse Sports at the Mt
Larcom Showgrounds on Saturday
19th of November at 3pm.
Nominations for the day are $10
per rider. Special prizes and awards
will be presented. The events will
be followed by a BBQ tea. Please
nominate to Jenny Grother on
0409751158.
Calliope Community Carols
Date - Friday 25th of November
Where - Chapman Park (Calliope
Rodeo Grounds)
Time - Gates open at 4pm with the
concert kicking off at 5:30pm
Parking - Parking will be in the rear
area of Chapman park closest to the
Diggers Arms Hotel with entrance
from Bell Street and in the
turnaround area opposite the
Railway Hotel.
Entry Fee - Gold coin donation
Armbands - $20.00 - includes:
Unlimited - Jumping Castle,
Inflatable Obstacle course, Pony
Rides and Nativity Scene entries
AND one Sand Art, Yo-Yo Balloon,
Popcorn cup and a Lolly Jar guess.
Single Tickets - $5.00 each for
Activities and/or Sand Art