Principal: Rod Simeons

Deputy Principals: Helen Fiebig and Adam Marchant

Registrar: Olivia Wood

8 Bolero Road AVELEY WA 6069

Phone 6296 5466 Fax 6296 5439

Aveley.PS@education.wa.edu.au

Volume 2 Issue 4 13 June, 2014

EARLY CLOSE EVERY WEDNESDAY AT 2.30PM

Dear Parents and Friends,

WINTER IS UPON US,,,,,,WINTER IS UPON US,,,,,,

Winter is upon us and the children are looking wonderful in their woollen vests, school jumpers and jackets. I once again want to congratulate you on dressing your children to such high standards in our school uniform which looks spectacular. A thank you also to Michelle Del Nero and her volunteers who are continuing to provide the uniform shop service to our

community.

OUR BID TO BECOME AN INDEPENDENT PUBLIC SCHOOLOUR BID TO BECOME AN INDEPENDENT PUBLIC SCHOOL

Last week, Mrs Fiebig and I presented our case for Aveley Primary School to become an Independent Public School (IPS) before a panel in head office and to complement our presentation we used a brief promotional film of the school showcasing the excellent work we are doing by interviewing a few community members indicating their support of Aveley Primary School to become an Independent Public School. We were thorough in making a case as to why we were ready and well positioned to take on the responsibilities involved and now

wait until Term 3 for a decision.

I would like to thank Justin Longbottom, our Gardener, who used his extensive computer, filming and photographic skills to put together the footage we used. He presented a highly professional promotional film which we will have running in the

Administration area for you to view.

REPORTS AND WORK SAMPLE/PORTFOLIOSREPORTS AND WORK SAMPLE/PORTFOLIOS

Reports and work sample/portfolios will be sent home on Wednesday, 2 July. The Years 1 to 6 teachers are currently putting the final information on reports for each child and our Kindergarten and Pre-primary teachers are compiling the work

samples.

Our Kindergarten and Pre-primary students will be bringing home a folder with samples of their work for parents to celebrate with their child. These portfolios are to be returned to the classroom teacher in term three and will be used again

at the end of the year so you can see your child’s progress.

INTERSCHOOL WINTER CARNIVALINTERSCHOOL WINTER CARNIVAL

PARENT VOLUNTEERS WANTEDPARENT VOLUNTEERS WANTED

Students from Years 4 to 6 will be heading off to local ovals on Friday, 27 June to participate in their Winter Carnival. The sports being played are: AFL, Soccer, Netball and Hockey. Mr Wilkie would love to hear from any parents who are able to support him by coaching,

umpiring or supervising a team on the day.

If you are able to offer your services please contact us by either advising the Admin staff, speak to Mr Wilkie or by

emailing at Ian.Wilkie@education.wa.edu.au.

HONOUR CERTIFICATES

Chanel Seymour

Leah Quinlivan

Johan Louw

Kodi Feaver

Rocco Tawhara

Jasmin Anderson

Jax Bennett

Aaron Garland

Heath Anderson

Shruti Bhatia

Zarna Munro

Izack Hill

Tom White

Carrigan Holst

Sariah Hulton

Cameron Fischer

Nyankiir Deng

Emmanuel Akandu

Lachlan Bray

Nissi Mathew

Lithira Weerasooriya

Jacki Beedham-Giblin

Hanna Mathew

Brooke Garland

Taige Howell

Emma Roberts

Ryan Ahlfeld

Easton Cheung

Kennedy Ford

Ella Avins

Hannah Mosley

Deng Deng

Thursday, 19 June Assembly - Hovea 11

Thursday, 19 June Red Cross Fundraiser

Friday, 27 June Winter Sports Carnival

Friday, 27 June Red Nose Day

DATES TO REMEMBER

A sausage sizzle lunch order for the day has gone home with the permission notes. Please ensure your child’s payment and order is back to school by the dates specified. Our P&C will be running

the sausage sizzle as one of our many fund raising ventures.

FUND RAISING FOR AUSTRALIAN RED CROSSFUND RAISING FOR AUSTRALIAN RED CROSS

GOLD COIN DONATIONGOLD COIN DONATION——COME DRESSED IN REDCOME DRESSED IN RED

Fundraising is a social and rewarding way to make a valuable difference to the lives of people both in Australia and overseas. This year the staff at Aveley Primary School selected two charities to support with funds being raised for Australian Red Cross in Semester 1 and The Royal Flying Doctor Service in

Semester 2.

On Thursday, 19 June all children and staff are invited to come dressed in red and to donate a gold coin to support Australian Red Cross. It is hoped that we can then assemble everyone in red on the day to form a human cross which we will photograph from a

height and use to show our support for Red Cross.

This year Red Cross Australia is celebrating its Centenary of 100 years of volunteering in Australia. The Red Cross help millions of people around the world each year and cares for our local community. Whether it’s by providing

blood to patients through the Blood Service, responding to a major natural disaster or a personal crisis, Red Cross gives immediate and practical help. Internationally, Red Cross works to provide much needed help for refugees in war-torn areas as well as funding and supporting safer, healthier and more sustainable lives for people in developing countries, particularly in the Asia Pacific region. They are increasing their commitment to health, including: water, sanitation, hygiene promotion,

community-based health, and first aid programs.

NATIONAL CONSISTENT COLLECTION OF DATA ON NATIONAL CONSISTENT COLLECTION OF DATA ON

SCHOOL STUDENTS WITH A DISABILITYSCHOOL STUDENTS WITH A DISABILITY

As of August, 2014, all schools are going to be reporting to the state and federal governments on the number of children who have a disability. We, like all others schools, already collect this data for our own records and monitors the progress of all children in our care, however, this will be the first time the information will be collected at a government level. No personal information will be given about any child, as the school will be providing the number of children we recognise as having various degrees of need to access the curriculum due to either a learning difficulty, cognitive, physical, or a social and emotional need that

may impinge on their learning.

Wise words for the fortnight……

“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to

change the world”. [Nelson Mandela]

With best wishes

R W SIMEONS

PRINCIPAL

SAFETY IN THE SCHOOL CARPARKSAFETY IN THE SCHOOL CARPARK Please be more vigilant with children entering their vehicles after school, as we have had a few reports of ‘near misses’. I would like to urge all motorists to slow down and observe the school

speed zone limits.

Children can be unpredictable and might duck out onto the road or misjudge traffic but by

slowing down you could help prevent a tragedy.

I ask all parents/carers to take special care when dropping off

and picking children up from school.

Adam Marchant

Deputy Principal

WAKAKIRRI UPDATE...WAKAKIRRI UPDATE... Thanks to all the parents who have been staying back on Tuesdays to assist in props making. We would love more helpers, so if you could stay on Tuesdays after school for any amount of time that would be appreciated. We are also needing helpers to sew costumes....some of these jobs are simple, others do need a machine, so if you could assist please see me ASAP or email me on christopher.spencer@education.wa.edu.au. The ticket order deadline has also passed now, so I hope you have all paid at the office. People who requested extra tickets we will be contacting

you soon if there are any more tickets available.

Chris Spencer

Music/Art Teacher

LIBRARY NEWSLIBRARY NEWS

As we are nearing the end of term two, please note the last day for borrowing is Friday, 27 June with ALL books due back at

school by the end of term on Friday, 4 July.

Mandy Heggs

Library Officer

AVELEY ACHIEVEMENT PASSPORTSAVELEY ACHIEVEMENT PASSPORTS

Congratulations to the following students who have been recipients of prizes from the Treasure Chest, for every 20 reward

stamps in their Aveley Achievement Passports.

AVELEY READING OLYMPAVELEY READING OLYMPICSICS

Five simple ways to prevent the

spread of the flu…..

1. Cover your mouth and nose when you sneeze or cough

The flu virus can travel through the air when a person coughs or

sneezes. When you cough or sneeze you should:

· Turn away from other people

· Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue

· Use disposable tissues rather than a handkerchief (which

could store the virus)

· Put used tissues into the nearest bin, rather than a pocket or

handbag

· Wash your hands, or use an alcohol hand rub, as soon as

possible afterwards.

2. Wash your hands

Wash your hands regularly with soap and water, or using an alcohol-based product (gels, rinses, foams) that doesn't require water - even when they aren't visibly dirty. This is the single most effective way of killing the flu virus. Either of these methods is

effective, with products available at supermarkets and

pharmacies.

Always wash your hands:

· after you've been to the toilet

· after coughing, sneezing or blowing your nose

· after being in contact with someone who has a cold or flu

· before touching your eyes, nose or mouth

· before preparing food and eating.

3. Don't share personal items

The flu virus can spread when someone touches an object with the virus on it and then touches their eyes, nose or mouth.

If a member of your household has the flu:

keep personal items, such as towels, bedding and

toothbrushes separate

do not share eating and drinking utensils, food or drinks

4. Clean surfaces

Flu viruses can live on surfaces for several hours. If a member of your household has the flu, you should regularly clean surfaces such as tables, benches, fridge doors and door knobs with soap

and water or detergent.

5. Avoid close contact with others if you are unwell with flu

Keeping your distance from others by standing or sitting back (at least one metre apart, where possible) will help reduce the chances of spreading the flu virus between people.

Kayla Cusack

Jake Sadler

Jai Hall

Kyrah Wilkin

Ashlea Piggott

Jack Lythgoe

Zeke Spencer

Kendra Dobby

Grace Vale

Declan Alford

Emily Lythgoe

Jack Murray

Chelsea Dunn

Chloe McDougall

Lily-Rose Thomas

Evangeline Innes

Taj Haupapa

Chelsea Chamberlain

Hannah Bunko

Lachlan Bray

Asharna Middleton

Riley Kriskovich

Quin Guest

Brooke Elmer

Connor McEwen

Kate Paterson

Rocco Tawhara

Jayden Smithson

Jace Maciejak

Carrie Fisher

Quaid Spencer

Tammin Dobby

Lachlan Bennett

Don’t forget to return your

Student Update Forms to ensure we have the most up to date

information.

BRONZEBRONZE

Isobelle Bennett

Allanah Baker

Bryce Baker

Jasmin Baker

Ella Barone

BRONZEBRONZE

Heath Paterson

Chloe McDougall

Montana Heggs

Aidan Paterson

Kate Paterson

BRONZEBRONZE

Brock Thomas

Emily Lythgoe

Lachlan Bennett

Lucas Samuel

Wattle Room 14

MATHS CHALLENGEMATHS CHALLENGE

WINNERS!WINNERS!

AVELEY PRIMARY SCHOOL PARENTS &

CITIZENS ASSOCIATION

COMMUNITY NEWS

P&C UNIFORM SHOP P&C UNIFORM SHOP

Open every Wednesday 8.45AM to 9.15AM during the school

term.

Hi Everyone,

The Nature Play Passports will be distributed around the school shortly. The passports encourage the children to participate in outdoor activities and the passports have stickers and spaces to record any activities the children complete. An adult needs to log onto the website to register the children and once registered you can track your completed missions and achievements. This is a great incentive for young children to get outdoors and discover

the world around us.

We will be arranging a Family Photo Day soon. We will be getting a professional photographer to come to the school so that families can have their portraits taken. Bookings will be essential so that times can be arranged. The day would be held on a weekend and because it is usually a busy day we might have to

do it over two days depending on the number of bookings.

If you want to encourage your children to save some money and to learn about banking, please come to the undercover area on Tuesdays before school. We receive $5 for every new account and commission on all deposits banked with these profits all going back to Aveley P&C. Thank you and well done to all

savers.

We need your help! Volunteers are needed for the Winter Carnival Sausage Sizzle on Friday, 27 June at Woodlake Oval.

Time slots are available between 9AM to 2PM. If you can help

please contact the school admin on 6296 5466, email aveleypandc@hotmail.com or call Helen on 0429 493 645. Your

time would be greatly appreciated.

The Aveley P&C are looking for ideas from parents, carers and children as to what our funds raised can be used for. There may be something you think the children need for use in the classroom or in the playground. If you know of anything that the school needs or anything that would benefit the children please let us know and we will see if it can go onto our fundraising

agenda.

We are always open to suggestions for methods of raising money for the school and our children too. If you ever think of something that would be enjoyable and not too difficult to

implement please let us know.

Your ideas cost nothing but they can be invaluable and so beneficial for our children, the school and the community. We would love to hear your creative ideas and suggestions so please jot them down and pop it in the black P&C letterbox

located outside administration.

If need to contact us you can do it via our facebook page, via email at aveleypandc@hotmail.com or you can attend our next

meeting on Monday, 11 August at 7PM in the school library.

Until next time,

Your Aveley P&C Committee