Phone: 02 6995 1108

Email: Ivanhoe-c.school@det.nsw.edu.au

NEWS Caring, Confident and Respectful Learners

Dear Parents, Carers and Community

There is no doubt this past week has been difficult and stressful for every-

one – students, teachers and families. As we continue to face the effects of

the pandemic, we need to be mindful of our emotional wellbeing. Please

contact the school if you need support.

Children will inevitably pick up on the concerns and anxiety of others, whether this be through listening and observing what is happening at home or at school. Providing opportunities to answer their questions in an honest and age-appropriate way can help reduce any anxiety they may be experiencing.

You can do this by:

• speaking to them about coronavirus in a calm manner • asking them what they already know about the virus so you can clarify any misunderstandings they may have • letting them know that it is normal to experience some anxiety when new and stressful situations arise • giving them a sense of control by explaining what they can do to stay safe (e.g. wash their hands regularly, stay away from people who are coughing or sneezing) • not overwhelming them with unnecessary information (e.g. death rates) as this can increase their anxiety • reassure them that coronavirus is less common and severe in children compared to adults • allowing regular contact (e.g. by phone) with people they may worry about, such as grandparents, to reassure them that they are okay

The Premier has stated that schools in NSW will remain open however, for practical reasons she has encouraged parents to keep their children at home. If you have chosen to keep your child at home due to concerns around COVID19 please ring and inform the school. This is so we can adhere to Department policy and enter in the reason for leave.

The official advice from the authorities is changing quite quickly. Please keep watch on the Facebook page or the school website for updates. I expect the official advice to change as early as this afternoon. Greg Edwards Relieving Principal

DIARY DATES

Tuesday 24th: HEALTHY LUNCHES Wednesday 25th: Thursday 26th:

Canteen cancelled Friday 27th: Clare School Visit cancelled Monday 30th BREAKFAST PROGRAM IMPORTANT DATES: Last day of term 9th April NAIDOC WEEK Mid-Term 2 Canberra Excursion 24th-28th August

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FROM THE LIBRARY The theme for the library display this term is

‘Under the Sea’

Well spotted last week, so this week you are looking for the

Brain coral.

The brain coral lives on reefs along the coat of Queensland, the

Northern Territory and Western Australia

The brain coral breeds in two ways. This is one way!

The first way, called buddying, increases the size of the colony. The

polyps divide, each forming a second polyp close by, which soon grows

to full size. All the polyps keep laying down more of the hard skeleton

appear underneath them. In this way the whole brain coral colony

grows larger.

Our books this week are:

“10 Green Geckos” written by Phillip Gwynne. There were 10 green geckos living in our house, But when one green gecko got taken by a mouse, There were only nine green geckos living in our house.

“On our way to the Beach” written by Sofie Laguna. Have you ever dreamed of wonderful things you’ve never seen? Come along on a magical family holiday, where every day brings a new adventure.

Today a reader

Tomorrow a leader

FOR SALE

The school has approximately 10 tables ($10 ea.)

similar or the same as the ones in the photo. If you are

interested in

purchasing one or more, please come to the front

office in school hours.

Year 8 English

Robert has been busy

completing word arts in

English with Ms Eager to

represent all of the things

that are important to him.

Good work Robert!

What’s Happening at

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3-6 Art Class

Our 3-6 have been busy in

Art with Mrs Johnstone

painting some beautiful

artwork!

Well done students!

ITEMS FOR PUBLICATION

Items for publication in the school newsletter need to be submitted to the school (via email or in person) by 4pm Thursday, prior to publication. This will ensure items are included in the next newsletter. Phone - 02 6995 1108 Email - ivanhoe-c.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Due to large numbers of community advertisements coming into the school to be added to the newsletter, the cost is escalating. We would like to continue to produce large and colourful copies but to make this possible we will need to charge a fee for each advertisement. $5.00 for a one off or $20 for a month.

$20 a month or $5 per ad as a one off.

Community Notices are accepted in good faith and at the discretion of the Principal.

COMMUNITY ITEMS

SCHOOL LUNCHES FROM IFFS CAFE

POPPAS ALL $2.00

Summer berries

Apple splash

Tropical

Apple raspberry Water

Chocolate milk

Strawberry milk

FOOD

Small chips and gravy $3 Cold meat Devon/ham/chicken meat a

Large chips and gravy $7 salad sandwich $5

3 nuggets and chips $4 Rolls $6

6 nuggets and chips $8 Ham cheese tomato toastie $5

3 fish pieces and chips $7 Cold meat and salad $6

1 piece of fish and chips $8

Dim Sims $1.50 STUDENTS LUNCHES CAN BE ORDERED

Chiko roll $3.50 FROM 8.15AM ON SCHOOL DAYS

Spring roll $3.50

Chicken burger $7

Cheese burger $6

Ivanhoe Food Freight Supplies

We are going to Hay on Wednesday if anyone needs anything this week.

Due to the issues surrounding the Coronavirus Pandemic, we are only able to do

take away meals and not sure how long this is going to be in place for.

We will have cooked chooks, fresh bread and milk on Wednesday

afternoon.

We do have a small amount of toilet paper available if anyone is after any and

hopefully we will get some more in the next few days.

Fresh Homemade Pies– various flavours available $4

Jelly Slice $4

IFFS Shearing Singlets $45

Caps $20

Stubby Holders $10

Thanks,

Josh & Lindsay

Josh 0438951191 Cafe 0476915099

TRADING HOURS

MON—FRI 8:30am—8pm

SATURDAY 8.30am—7.30pm

SUNDAY 9.00am—7.00pm

IVANHOE

HEALTH SERVICE

CLINIC DATES

Breast Screen Van is coming to Ivanhoe

25 & 26 March Phone 13 20 50 to book

Ophthalmology Clinic Monday 27 April

Ear, Nose & Throat Specialist Monday 18 May

Ear, Nose & Throat Specialist Monday 16 November

For emergencies Ring 000

After hours please ring Healthdirect 1800 022 222 You can book clinic appointments

by phoning 02 6990 2200

Business hours: Monday to Friday

between 8.30am & 5.00pm

RSL ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

The above meeting has been postponed to a date to be decided.

This has been necessary due to the Clubs closure in compliance to

Government direction to ALL licensed Clubs and Hotels.

All inquiries regarding the financials are available through the Clubs

accountant, Ray Pynor within business hours and

telephoning (02) 6993 4933 or mobile 0427639142

Further details will be available as restrictions are updated.

IVANHOE QUILTERS & NEEDLE WORK FRIENDS

Hello Friends,

There will be a two-day workshop being held on 4th & 5th of April

2020, mark your calendar and save these dates. Below is a photo of

the quilt we will be making. This quilt can be made with scraps of fab-

ric, jellyrolls or meters of fabric with many colours or just three colours. These

workshops are always fun and a great way to catch up with friends, swap

quilting ideas, have a chat, relax and unwind.

This Quilt was made using scraps of

fabric.

It can be made in different sizes.

For More Information Contact

President Pat Kelly

Phone: 0269951380

Vice President/Patron Laurel Blackburn

Mobile: 0428 572 892

Email: laurel.blackburn@bigpond.com

Secretary/Treasurer

Barb Butcher: 02 69954884

Email: bronte.dj@bigpond.com

CLEANERS REQUIRED

We are looking for reliable cleaning staff to work at a local Government sites in the Ivanhoe Area.

Experience preferred but not essential.

Training and uniform provided.

Please send your resume to

Joss Facility Management 148-150 Pine Ave Mildura Victoria 3500

or email vanessa.clarke@jossgroup.com.au

For more information contact Vanessa Clarke

Ph: 0407 004 737 between 8:00am – 4:00pm Monday to Friday

A working with Children Check is required for this position