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From the Principal From the Principal From the Principal From the Principal Science Week Last week the school celebrated National Science Week with fantastic Science activities being conducted across the school. Children had the opportunity to participate in some challenging science competitions coordinated by Mr Sanderson. A wonderful Science Tabloid afternoon was also conducted in which all children K-6 had the opportunity to conduct a range of experiments and investigate many different scientific theories. Some of which worked and some which did not! Many thanks to Mr Sanderson, staff and the parents who assisted on the day. As parents, there are many wonderful opportunities to discuss and explore science around the home daily in the real world. It is most important that we encourage our children to investigate and understand the scientific world in which they live and support them in asking questions, testing their ideas and solving scientific problems. Parent Forum – Pre Kindy A wonderful Parent Forum for parents of our 2019 Kindy classes was conducted by the school yesterday. Almost sixty parents attended and had a most informative morning with the school’s Early Childhood Teachers. Parents learnt about how to best prepare their children for school next year and future successful learning in literacy and numeracy. This forum was designed to

IMPORTANT DATES

May 28 Super Scientist

Challenge

Early close every Tuesday at 2.30pm

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provide parents with detailed information and practical ideas about a range of things that parents can do at home with their toddlers before they begin school. All parents came away with some wonderful resources to use with their toddlers at home in assisting with the further development of literacy and numeracy. Many thanks to all the parents who attended and to Mrs Peake and the teachers (Mrs Fletcher, Mrs Harvey, Mrs Papas and Mrs Thomson) who conducted each session. It was an outstanding morning.

Physical Education This year, Physical Education continues to be an important part of the learning and teaching programme within our school. As part of the Federal Government’s requirement, all children participate in at least two hours of physical activity each week. The purpose of this is, not only to ensure that children of today are having enough physical activity to ensure a healthy lifestyle, but also to provide them with the skills to develop and enjoy a range of sports. In doing so, children will become far more confident and enthusiastic towards participating in sports beyond the school and hopefully throughout their lives. Wattle Grove Primary School has had a very dynamic physical education programme for many years and this year is no exception. This term, the focus is on the development of athletic skills in readiness for our Faction Sports Carnivals on Wednesday, 29 August (Jumps/Throws – morning followed by the Kindy/Pre-primary Carnival in the afternoon) and the Faction Carnival (Years

24 August 2018 The Official Newsletter of Wattle Grove Primary School Term 3, Issue 13

IMPORTANT DATES

August

24 Book Week Parade Fathers Day Stall

29 Kindy & P.Primary Athletics Carnival Jumps & Throws

30 Junior Assembly Wattle Grove Has Got Talent

31 Whole School Faction Carnival Teams & Races

Early close every Tuesday at 2.30pm

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3 Wattle Day Life Education Van (3—10 Sep)

September

7 My School Rules

11 School Board Meeting 4.30pm

13 School Board Meeting 4.30pm

14 Interschool Athletics Junior Assembly P&C Quiz Night

18 Learning Journeys

21 Last day Term 3 Return to School Term 4 Mon 4 Oct

12 Interschool Athletics

K- 6) on Friday, 31 August. We are looking forward to these events and hope to see you all there.

Awards Throughout the year, there are a number of external competitions conducted in which children from many classes participate. Occasionally, they are successful in receiving an award. This week, we were notified that Samara Bailye from Room 22 was successful in being selected as a finalist in the 2018 Tim Winton Award for Young Writers. Additionally, Rosie Kelly from Room 22 has received a prize in the West Australian Design an Ad Competition. These are both great competitions in which to participate whether prizes are won or not. It’s an opportunity for children to apply their skills for a different purpose. Congratulations to both the girls for their great efforts and to all the other children who participated.

Julie RobertsJulie RobertsJulie RobertsJulie Roberts Principal

Deputy Principal’s CornerDeputy Principal’s CornerDeputy Principal’s CornerDeputy Principal’s Corner Book Week 2018 on 18-24 August 2018

‘FIND YOUR TREASURE’FIND YOUR TREASURE’FIND YOUR TREASURE’FIND YOUR TREASURE’ Each year, across Australia, The Children’s Book Council of Australia brings children and books together by celebrating Children’s Book Week. During this time Schools, Libraries, Booksellers, Authors, Illustrators and children celebrate Australian Children's Literature. The theme for 2018 is “Find Your Treasure”. This years’ Book Week parade will be conducted on Friday 24 August. Students are encouraged to dress up as a book character. Students and families always engage enthusiastically with this event and we are looking forward to seeing the characters that turn up! Further information and a list of Award winning books can be found at https://cbca.org.au/winners-2018.In addition to the parade, the school is conducted a book swap today. This provides an excellent forum for families to

swap books and build the excitement around reading for pleasure. Students were taken through in classes throughout the morning to use the tokens they have been given when donating books. Books were on sale for $1, if students had no tokens. Many book bargains are available in the community. Scholastic Book Club often offers books quite cheaply. In addition, many ‘treasures’ can be sourced at local op shops, and memberships of libraries, including e-libraries, are other economical options. Our current word count for Literacy Pro (Years 3-6) is over 72 million words with 17279 quizzes completed so far. This is a phenomenal effort and we are well on the way to our 100 million word and 22000 quizzes goal for 2018. The school library purchases all of the winning books suitable for primary aged students and these will be available for borrowing very soon. We would also like to remind parents about ensuring that children take care of the books, which are taken home from the school. This would apply to reading books as well as library books. There is an increasing trend for books to return to school with damage. This includes scribbling, torn pages and water damage. The cost of replacing these books is extensive and includes the labour needed to re-accession a replacement book into the library. Parents are asked to check the book carefully, before returning, and to ensure that books are kept away from toddlers and are transported in a library bag. Invoices are sent to parents for the cost of the replacement book. We appreciate your support in taking care of these precious resources, which bring so much pleasure to students.

Louise Grainger Louise Grainger Louise Grainger Louise Grainger Deputy Principal

Assembly Room 13 & 28Assembly Room 13 & 28Assembly Room 13 & 28Assembly Room 13 & 28 Congratulations to all students from Room 13 and Room 28 for hosting the Senior Assembly last Friday. The assembly opened with a fantastic performance from the Guitar Ensemble, followed by Mr Honey leading the whole school in singing the community song Wilderness. The theme of the assembly was ‘Heal the

World’, so the students of Room 13 and Room 28 explored environmental concerns, such as landfill, deforestation and pollution, and what can be done to ‘make a difference’. They performed the well-known songs “Rip Rip Wood Chip” by John Williamson and “Heal the World” by Michael Jackson and the lead actors of Planet Earth (Kobe) and Doctor (Shianne) played their parts flawlessly. The students have worked so hard for many weeks to prepare, including making their own costumes from recycled materials, learning their speaking parts, remembering songs and actions and completing poems and fables for the WOW Writing Boards. Thank you to the parents and families for helping their children organise their costumes and remember their lines. The students have worked tirelessly and we were so proud of the way they conducted themselves and performed.

Gemma Lockyer and Emma AhearnGemma Lockyer and Emma AhearnGemma Lockyer and Emma AhearnGemma Lockyer and Emma Ahearn Teachers Room 13 & 28

Merit Certificate AwardsMerit Certificate AwardsMerit Certificate AwardsMerit Certificate Awards Congratulations to these students who were presented with Merit Certificates at the Assembly: Year 3 Rm 13 Shania, Parth,Kobe Year 3 Rm 19 Alisina, Lachlan, Leah Year 3 Rm 23 Shreya, Paige Year 3 Rm 24 Holly, Chelsea, Eadson Year 3 Rm 25 Nadia, Year 3 Rm 28 Riley, Leila, Francis Year 4 Rm 17 Unisa, Mia, Amelia Year 4 Rm 25 Ziara, James, Year 4 Rm 26 Ali, Tegan, Nayonika, Isabelle Year 4/5 Rm 8 Antony, Akash, Georgia, Ruby Year 5 Rm 12 Shella, Hannah, Meraj Year 5 Rm 18 Steffani, Jacob, Declan, Elijah, Melryn, Alona, Dean Year 5 Rm 29 Rayah, Cody Year 6 Rm 11 Ali, Jin-Ai, Jalen, Year 6 Rm 27 Tatiana, Manual, Kate,Hikmat Year 6 Rm 29 Raymond MAC Rm 22 Shreya, Kyle, Fearne, Samuel Sports Award Ashwath, Alby, Trinity Science Award Scarlet, Charlie Visual Arts Award Room 8 Music Award Room 28 Values Award Excellence Nelia Values Award Commitment Lucy

Fire Brigade IncursionFire Brigade IncursionFire Brigade IncursionFire Brigade Incursion The Year Three cohort enjoyed a very informative incursion from the Fire Brigade last Thursday. The fireman gave the children a talk about fire safety in the home. They covered topics such as stove top safety, using charging devices and heater safety. The

children were then treated to a close inspection of fire engine equipment. The firemen demonstrated the jaws of life, breathing equipment and the clothing they use when attending and fighting a fire. What a wonderful opportunity for the children to become more comfortable with our community services. We are so grateful for the wonderful job that our local firemen do and thank them very much for coming to Wattle Grove Primary School.

Jodie Harders Jodie Harders Jodie Harders Jodie Harders Teacher Room 19

School AppSchool AppSchool AppSchool App Parents are encouraged to download the School App to receive notifications and reminders of school events.

Swmming LessonsSwmming LessonsSwmming LessonsSwmming Lessons VacSwim swimming lessons are in the October and December/January school holidays. Lessons are open to children over five years and under 18 years. Your children can join in the fun of learning to swim with lessons conducted at pools and open water venues across the State. Lessons are for beginners through to advanced survival, rescue and resuscitation. https://www.education.wa.edu.au/swimming-lessons

Interm swimming lessons will be held in Term 4 for all children in Pre Primary to Year 6.

Faction ShirtsFaction ShirtsFaction ShirtsFaction Shirts The school has four factions – Blue, Red, Purple and Orange. All children from the same family are placed in the same faction. Children are encouraged to wear their Faction Tee Shirt each Friday in Term 3 only. Faction tee shirts are available in Term 3 for Faction Sports.

School BoardSchool BoardSchool BoardSchool Board The Wattle Grove School Board would like to express their congratulations and thanks to the outstanding effort made by Signora Isaia in preparing the school for such an outstanding display of talent shown in the recent Italian Assembly. Her enthusiasm and passion is appreciated by all at Wattle Grove Primary School and the resulting performances by all year levels were a credit to her enthusiastic approach to the teaching of Italian at Wattle Grove. Many thanks, Signora Isaia.

Joelle GreenwayJoelle GreenwayJoelle GreenwayJoelle Greenway School Board Chairperson

P & C News P & C News P & C News P & C News

Canteen Helpers RequiredCanteen Helpers RequiredCanteen Helpers RequiredCanteen Helpers Required

Our canteen needs your help. Can you spare 2 hours on a Wednesday or Thursday to help in our canteen? This can be as a one off volunteer helper or you can join in the fun every week/month if you wish. As a canteen volunteer you will receive lunch for yourself and a $5 canteen voucher for your child. Contact Suzette on 0422 247 284 to lend a hand or ask at the canteen.

Canteen Open Wednesdays & Thursdays To Order, Simply: Go Online – https://quickcliq.com.au/ register, and complete your order before 8.15am; OR In class – Fill out the lunch bag and leave money and your order in the Lunch basket. School Banking Thursday mornings 8.20am to 8.40am in the Undercover area. Uniform Shop Opening Hours Uniform Shop is open at the following times:

• Thursday mornings 8.30am to 9.00am

• Friday afternoons 3.00pm to 3.30pm

Numero Cards For Sale Numero Cards are now for sale for $15 at the Front Desk. Please bring correct amount of cash.

HaziqHaziqHaziqHaziq My name is Haziq and I am in Room 27. My teachers are Mr Sherlock and Mrs Queiros. I have been attending this delightful school for eight years. There are five people in my family, my Mum and Dad, my sister Syabella, my brother Naqib and I. My Dad originally came from Christmas Island and my Mum is from Malaysia. We are a sporty family. I play soccer and footy my, sister plays KDNA Regional Netball, State Rangers Netball and National Indoor Netball. My brother does basketball and footy. Wattle Grove Primary School has very high standards. The staff at Wattle Grove are kind and caring. The School, the grounds, playgrounds and toilets are kept clean, thanks to the cleaners and staff. Every term we have a challenging quiz, known as the Principal’s Challenge, I’ve achieved 100%, three times. My favourite day is Harmony Day because it’s a day when all the cultures unite. I put 120% into my work and everything I do. I am very grateful to be given the role of a Student Representative.

CaitlinCaitlinCaitlinCaitlin My name is Caitlin and I have been a student at Wattle Grove for one and a half years. I am in Mr Sherlock’s and Mrs Queiros’ class. I came to Australia from New Zealand when I was about one year old with my older sister and my two parents from New Zealand. In my family, I have two older sisters, an older brother and my Mum and Dad. I now live with my Mum, Dad, sister and brother. My favourite subjects are Math and Science and when I grow up I want to be a Pathologist or an Inventor. When I came to this school I noticed how kind and caring everyone was. One thing I love about this school is the high standards and the home work and tests are challenging. The school provides students with opportunities such as PEAC, MAC and PACES. I am excited to take on the role of being a Student Representative and will carry out the role with integrity and be a good role model for the younger ones. I am super grateful for the opportunity to become a Student Representative and I will make the most of the opportunity.

TatianaTatianaTatianaTatiana My name Peshan (Tatiana) and I am a Year Six student in Mr Sherlock’s and Mrs Queiros’ class at Wattle Grove Primary School. I have been at Wattle Grove for three and a half years and I love it here. My Mum, Dad, my little sister Tanisha and I make up our family. My hobbies are swimming and dancing. A few years ago I left this great school. When I heard I was leaving, I started crying because this school was now my new home and I had already made some close friends. At the end of last year, I decided to ask my mum if I can come back to this magnificent school for Year Six and here I am. I am a wonderful Student Representative because I take care of situations that include students. I am a kind and caring person and I love to speak out at assemblies. My other school didn’t have a Student Representative Program. If they did I would have loved to be one.

MuzaferMuzaferMuzaferMuzafer Good day, my name is Muzafer Ali and I’m in Room 27 with Mr Sherlock and Mrs Queiros .I have been going to Wattle Grove for eight years. My family is from Pakistan and Afghanistan. My two younger sisters and I were born in Australia. I am very dedicated to playing the game of soccer. I have been playing for four years. I play for Forrestfield United Soccer. I also played basketball for two years. I have been doing swimming for three years. I played cricket for a year. Wattle Grove has very high standards. We work very hard at school. Whenever I have been given a task by my teachers, I want to give 130% to everything I do. Recently, I have been elected as a Faction Captain for Purple. My role is to train younger students to be prepared for the carnival and to be a role model for everyone in my faction. I am really enjoying my time as a Student Representative.

LESMURDIE-MAZENOD JUNIOR CRICKET CLUB Community Cricket at its best

REGISTRATIONS ARE OPEN FOR THE 2018/19 CRICKET SEASON This is a fantastic opportunity for your son/daughter to play Australia’s premier summer sport in an enjoyable environment. We are excited to offer several programs this season:

• NEW Junior Blasters Ages 5-7 | $99

• NEW Master Blasters Ages 7-10 | $99

• Junior Competition Ages 9-17 (U/10-U/17) | $170 or $300 per family

• NEW Girls Scorchers Ages 11-17 (U/13-U/18) | $170 or $300 per family REGISTER ONLINE before the 31st of August

http://www.playcricket.com.au/club-finder/club-details?Id=16559 SEASON OPENING NIGHT Come along to meet your Coach and enjoy a sausage sizzle before the 2018/19 season commences. DATE: Wednesday 19th September TIME: 5:00pm to 6:00 pm VENUE: Ray Owen Reserve FURTHER INFORMATION Club information is posted on our Facebook page @LesmurdieMazenodJCC and on our website http://lmjcc.wa.cricket.com.au. For full details on our programs and how to register please email the Registrar, Kristie Ives, at registrar.lmjcc@hotmail.com.