From our Principal… From Our Principal…. Helping our students be great learners Learning is hard work! It takes us beyond our ‘comfort zone’ of something familiar and known into an area that can be new and unfamiliar. Our teachers work hard to plan and deliver learning that takes our students from where they are now further along their learning journey. For some of our students, this is a challenge that they embrace, you can almost see them ‘roll up their sleeves’ and get stuck into the learning, feeling a sense of excitement about learning something new. For some others of our students, new learning is not something that they embrace so readily and you/we might hear them say something like, “this is too hard … I can’t do this.” Our response to this is often something like, “you can’t do it yet”, and to encourage them to ‘have a go’, to keep practising, because that is how learning and mastery of new knowledge or skills will occur. There are a number of things that you can do to support our work here at school with your children – to help them to be a great learner:

• Recognise them for trying hard (not just for doing well) and celebrate their little successes

• Let your child know that you think that learning and school are important and that trying hard matters

• Talk with them about what’s happening at school. Ask them about activities, topics, what they are learning or what they found interesting or fun in their day

• Ask specific questions to out draw information – instead of ‘yes’ or ‘no’ questions, try open questions that encourage discussion:

- How do you think you went with your maths or reading today?

- What was the most interesting thing you did today?

- What was something you learned today? - What did you try hard at today?

• Try to help them to make connections between what they are learning at school and everyday life, such as practicing reading and counting at the shops

• Talk with them about times when you are a learner – when you have to persist at learning something new, especially when it is difficult for you.

Learning is a lifelong activity, not just something that is done at school. This time of learning at school though, is a wonderful opportunity to equip our young people with the skills and mindset that they need to be lifelong learners and to have the future they deserve. Thank you for working with us to support them to be great learners. School Association news In our last newsletter, we sought nominations for Parent Member on the School Association Committee. I am pleased to announce that the following parents have been elected unopposed to these positions: Mandy Brown, Kirsty Crawford, Ben Cunningham, Bec Harrington, Angela Hawley, Chantal Innes, Rachel Kerrison and Corinne Leale. I congratulate each of these people on their election and thank them for their support of our school in this way. The Annual General Meeting of the School Association will be held next Tuesday, March 13th, and the Committee will elect the four Executive Officer positions, Chairperson, Deputy Chairperson, Secretary and Treasurer. I will announce the results of these elections in an upcoming newsletter.

NORWOOD A reminder to those families who shop at our local IGA to please post your docket into the perspex box marked Norwood Primary School. 1% of the value of the ’posted’ receipts is donated to the school. Thanks to IGA for their ongoing support of our school.

NORWOOD NEWS - 7th March 2018

Norwood Primary School Department of Education

Sally

Validation Forms

PLEASE REMEMBER TO SIGN ALL PERMISSIONS, DATE AND RETURN TO THE SCHOOL OFFICE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE EVEN IF NO CHANGES HAVE BEEN MADE.

(In order for your child to attend excursions their form must be completed and returned.)

Can You Help the Early Years Team? Shhh! We aren't mentioning the "Easter" word yet but we are interested in having a visit from friendly rabbits or chicks over the next few weeks. Please see us if you can help. We would love to use these animal visits as a basis for art and oral language experiences. Lynette House, Alison Taylor and Melinda Williams

Kinder House Shhh! I haven't mentioned this to the children yet. We will be decorating uncracked hard boiled eggs on Thursday 29th March. If possible could you please send one along on the day. You could possibly Google how to boil an egg without cracking or piercing the shell. The children could be involved in the research closer to the time. Thank you, Lynette House

School Photo Day Wednesday 28th March

(Kinder Williams & Kinder Taylor - Thurs. 29th March)

Each student has their own unique code - please keep the envelope safe until photo day.

♦ Every student has received an envelope with their name, class and a barcode printed on the front to bring home for you to view photo selections available for purchase.

♦ All children will be photographed (for school records) regardless of placing orders so it is necessary to return each of these personal envelopes on photo day so your child/ren can be matched with their name and unique code. EACH CHILD MUST HAVE THEIR OWN ENVELOPE.

♦ Family photos will also be taken (after 3pm) – if you wish to have a family photo you will need to collect a special family photo order form from the office.

♦ Family photos need to be paid for on the day.

♦ Ordering online is the only way you can pay with credit cards and you must return your order envelope.

♦ Please ensure correct money is enclosed as no change is able to be given. Total payments for all your children can be placed in a single envelope of eldest child. Indicate this on each child’s returned envelope that this is where payment is.

♦ Selected group photos will also be taken.

♦ Please note that the style of the class photo is compilation style.

Being Responsible: 2-3G - Giaan 3-4 H - Baylee, Chloe 4-5 H - Whole Class 5-6 D - Courtney 5-6 M - Phoenix 5-6 P/R - Tyler 3-4 S - Fraser, Bobby, Amy, Sophie Being Resilient: P C/F - Cibella, Harper, Alkira, Alanis 2-3 G - Rohan, Charlie 3-4 S - Holly 4-5 H - Whole Class 5-6 M - Lachlan 5-6 P/R - Tyler

Congratulations Being Respectful: 2-3 G - Amy, Sarah 3-4 S - Riley 4-5 H - Whole Class 5-6 D - Rawleigh, Abbie 5-6 P/R - Tyler, Eliza, Sophie

NPS Canteen offers pikelets on Thursdays at recess time.

Prep - 2 Tabloid Carnival Thursday 15th March

9:15am - 11:00am Early Childhood classes will be participating in their Tabloid Carnival on Thursday 15th March. Children are to wear their PE uniform and most importantly to bring their HATS. Also, please pack a large drink of water on this day and apply sunscreen to your child/ren prior to coming to school. Parents, carers, grandparents and any other relatives and friends are most welcome as spectators. Tea, coffee and muffins are available for purchase from the canteen.

3 - 6 Athletics Carnival Tuesday 13th March

Youngtown Oval 9:00am - 1:00pm

Parents are reminded that all students will need to be at school by 8:40am on this day as buses to the oval will leave at 8:50am sharp. PE uniform is to be worn. Don’t forget HATS and plenty of water to drink. Pack sunscreen and extra food to snack on through the day as energy levels will need to be high. Children are encouraged to wear team colours e.g. ribbons. Students are reminded to stay in the grandstand unless competing in an event. Parents are welcome to join children in the grandstand.

Wattle: Blue; Waratah: Red; Banksia: Green

Children with asthma are reminded they MUST bring their puffers on this day.

Approximate event starting times:

Kinder Tabloid Carnival Kinder students will have their Athletics Carnival later in the year. This is likely to be in term 4 when students are more settled into routines and familiar with spaces outside of the Kinder yard. Thank you, Josh Leighton

Grade 3s from 2-3G, 3-4F, 3-4H, 3-4S, 3-4B and Grade 4s from 4-5H

Excursion to Rupertswood Farm Crop Maze

Dear parents/carers On Tuesday 27th March our classes will be travelling by bus to Rupertswood Farm at Hagley. We will be using our mapping and problem-solving skills to negotiate the crop maze while solving riddles and looking for clues, learning about changes in farming and agri-tourism, and focusing on team building and the importance of exercise. All students should wear PE uniform and bring a hat, sunscreen, a jumper and a jacket in case of a change in the weather. In addition they will also need a packed recess, lunch and large drink. We respectfully ask that children do not bring umbrellas as they can become a safety issue.

As we require 1 adult per 5 students, we would be grateful if any parents are able to assist with our excursion. Could you please speak to your child’s teacher as soon as possible or notify them in writing. It is a requirement for all accompanying adults to have a current Working With Vulnerable People card. Jacqui Glen, Bec Barker, Claire Hill, Roslyn Faulkner, Amanda Summers and Amanda Horkings

Asthma Action Plans Any children who have an asthma diagnosis need to supply the school with a current Asthma Action Plan from your doctor. Thank you.

Can you sew? Would you be willing to help?

We would love a creative person to volunteer to make some more MYTERN mascot toys to support our work with emotional resilience. If you are interested in drawing up a pattern (using basic cartoon pictures as a guide) or sewing some toys we would love to hear from you. We will pay for the materials! See Lynette House in Kinder (Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays) or leave your details at the office. We will be forever grateful!

Circular Track Straight Track Pit

9:30am Gr 5 & 6 - 400m Gr 3, 4, 5 & 6 - sack race Gr 4 Long Jumps

10:00am Gr 3, 4, 5 & 6 - 200m Gr 3, 4, 5 & 6 - skipping race

Gr 5 Long Jumps

10:45am Gr 3, 4, 5 & 6 - 800m Gr 6 Long Jumps

11:25am H20 race - Gr 5 & 6 only

11:35am Gr 3, 4, 5 & 6 - 100m

12:05pm

12:20pm Tug O War

12:30pm Gr 3, 4, 5 & 6 - relays

1pm ish Closure of Carnival - Buses return students to school

Partner race - Grades 3 & 4 only

School Association AGM When: Tuesday 13th March Time: 7:00pm Where: LiL classroom

Agenda: • Election of Executive Officer positions by Committee • Annual Reports

School Association General Meeting When: Tuesday 13th March Time: 7:30pm Where: LiL classroom

Agenda: • Notification of new Executive and Committee members • Fair • Mother’s Day stall • 2018 – fundraising calendar • Entertainment book.

Last call for donations! We still require cans of cordial (Coke, lemonade, Solo etc.), coloured hairspray and small chocolate eggs. Cake plates will be sent home today. Please ensure that baking has no cream. Thank you! The Parent Information Booklet has been updated with information from the following:

• Piano Tuition - Fully qualified piano teacher, Betty Baldwin. Students of all ages Ph. 6343 7298

• Tapestry Dance Studio - Enrol now for 2018 classes. 0400 596 648

• Bunnings - Easter Family Night - Thursday 22nd March, 6pm-8pm. Bookings recommended www.bunnings.com.au

• Auskick - East L’ton Junior Football Club - Starts Friday 5th April, 3:30pm - 4:30pm. NTCA Ground. Contact info@eljfc.com.au

Term 1 Calendar March: 7th - 9th 5-6 Driessen, 5-6 Poke/Richards & 5’s from 4-5 Horkings Camp 9th Continuing Esk Band commences 13th Grade 3-6 Athletic Carnival 13th School Association Meeting 14th - 16th Grade 5-6 Rae & 5-6 Marshall Camp 15th Grade Prep-2 Tabloid Sports Carnival 16th Beginning Esk Band commences 17th School Fair 20th Grade 3-6 Athletic Carnival - rain day 21st Harmony Day 22nd Grade Prep-2 Tabloid Sports - rain day 23rd PPR (Primary Progress Report) comes home 27th 3s from 2-3G, 3-4F, 3-4H, 3-4S, 3-4B and 4s from 4-5H excursion 28th School Photo Day (including Kinder House & Kinder Taylor) 29th School Photo Day for Kinder Williams & Kinder Taylor 30th Good Friday April: 4th School resumes 4th LSSSA Athletics Carnival 9th Kaboom Kid Sports incursion - K-6 10th School Association Meeting 11th LSSSA Athletics Carnival - rain day 12th Last day of term 1 for students 13th Moderation Day - Student Free Day 30th Term 2 commences

Assembly Roster

Primary Wednesday 21st March at 2:20pm

Hosted by 3-4 Faulkner Early Childhood

Wednesday 28th March at 2:20pm Hosted by 1-2 Youdale

Reminders ♦ Bring your water bottles every day, they can be refilled at the water station near the office. ♦ No hat no play! Hats are required to be worn outside in term 1 and term 4.

CONTACT DETAILS

Norwood Avenue, NORWOOD, TAS 7250

Phone: 03 6344 2533 Text Only for Attendance - 0407 665 749

Email: norwood.primary@education.tas.gov.au

Web: http://norwoodprimary.education.tas.edu.au

Saturday 17th March 10am - 2pm