Term 1 week ending 15th March 2019

Humility

One of my favourite words is ‘humility’, being humble, to have a modest view of oneself. I think that this

can be one of the hardest things to learn in our lifetime. To be humble, but proud of our achievements

without being boastful, is a real balancing act. This very important skill is hard for many adults to learn, let

alone our children. As a parent and a teacher, this is one word I feel very strongly about teaching children

the meaning of. Some quotes that I often remind myself of when thinking of humility are:

“It is not thinking less of yourself, but thinking of yourself less” from CS Lewis

“True humility is being able to accept criticisms as graciously as we accept compliments.” from Sabrina

Newby

“The humble man makes room for progress; the proud man believes he is already there” Ed Parker

Being humble / showing humility certainly links with having a growth mindset. The belief that we can grow

and do better and that we can set goals and work hard to achieve them is what we aim to instil in our

learners here at LLS.

Most importantly, when considering anything in my life, I turn to God’s Word. The Bible has so many quotes

about humility. Here a few of my favourites:

“But he gives us more grace. That is why Scripture says: “God opposes the proud

but shows favor to the humble.”” James 4:6

“Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up.” James 4:10

“Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love.”

Ephesians 4:2

Jesus is the greatest example of humility. Never did he boast his greatness. In actual fact he washed the

dirty feet of others. Every action Christ made in his lifetime demonstrated humility, compassion and care for

others. He is the most selfless person and one I will always aspire to be like.

Devotion by Abbie Kemp

48 Main Street, Lobethal, South Australia, 5241

Email: admin@lls.sa.edu.au

Web: www.lls.sa.edu.au

Phone (08) 8389 6131

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Welcome to Term 1 Week 7

I can’t believe we only have 5 weeks of Term 1 left before our next block of school holidays. The weeks are

certainly passing by very quickly. Last week we celebrated Shrove Tuesday with our students by having pancakes

for recess. Shrove Tuesday is the day before Lent which begins on Ash Wednesday. The other name for this day is

Pancake Day, which comes from the old English custom of using up all the fattening ingredients in the house

before Lent, so that people were ready to fast during this period. To mark the first day of Lent or better known as

“Ash Wednesday” Pastor Joe and Nicky visited our entire school community marking the sign of the cross with

ashes on foreheads. The exact date that Lent falls each year changes. Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, which is

always held 46 days (40 fasting days and 6 Sundays) before Easter Sunday. This is to reference the time Jesus

spent being tempted in the desert. The use of ashes in the Old Testament symbolised mourning, repentance and

the fragility of humanity.

By the sweat of your brow you will eat your food until you return to the ground, since from it you were taken; for

dust you are and to dust you will return.” Genesis 3:19 (NIV)

Sports Day House Captains

Congratulations to the following students were voted in as our Captains and Vice Captains for the 2019 Sports

Day:

Blue Captains: Barnaby Bevan and Jacinta Wood

Blue Vice Captains: Gemma Madaras and Seth Chandler

Green Captains: Ava Harten and Nick Kummerow

Green Vice Captains: Charlotte Hughes and Jaxon White

Red Captains: Liam Kemp and Louise Isitt

Red Vice Captains: Adam Foweraker and Amelia Holliday

Student Led Conferences/Interviews

In Week 10 we are very pleased to be running Student Led Conferences. The learning conferences provide a time

where students can clearly describe their goals and achievements from Term 1 and discuss, with their teachers

and parents, their goals for Term 2.

Advantages of Student Led Conferences include:

Greater accountability by students for their own learning

Increased pride and achievement among students

Increased confidence by students

Increased learning independence by students

More positive student teacher relationships

Increased parental participation

Increased communication with parents resulting in deeper understanding and confidence in what happens

at school.

Each year level and class, will structure the conferences according to the needs and developmental level of the

students. Each family would be in the classroom for 15-20 minutes and during this time each student will have the

opportunity to fully discuss their learning. Student Led Conferences are an important and valuable part of the rich

learning that occurs at LLS. As per the Acquaintance Meetings held earlier in the term, please book a suitable time

to see your child’s teacher via www.schoolinterviews.com.au and use the passcode ks3j2. If you have any issues

using the online booking system, please don’t hesitate to contact the front office on 83896131.

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Instagram

We have just started an Instagram Page. You can follow us by looking for #Lobethallutheranschool.

Skool Bag

We are currently working hard to improve our communication between home and school. As part of this we are

using the Skool Bag App to regularly post notices and information. Please see instructions on how to download the

App on page 7 of this newsletter.

School Community Open Day

On Wednesday 10th April we will be hosting our School Community Open Day. Our school will be “open” to the

public from 9:00am – 11:00am and will provide an opportunity for our families, prospective families and the gen-

eral community to see our school and learning programs in action. Morning tea will be provided. If you would like

to attend can you please RSVP to Katrina on 83896131 or via email admin@lls.sa.edu.au

Car Boot Sale for Wakakirri

To assist us in raising funds for Wakakirri Mrs Vorsty would like to organise a Car Boot sale in Term 2. Anyone

who is interested in having their car involved please contact Jo via email Jvorstenbosch@LLS.sa.edu.au.

Choir

Just a reminder that Year 3-7 choir runs on Thursdays from 2:20pm-3:00pm. If your child would still like to join

they can by approaching Mrs Vorsty.

Change of Worship time

Please note that there has been a change of time for Worship on a Friday. We will now be having it on a Friday

afternoon at 2:30pm. We will still have Monday morning assembly which will have tea and coffee catch

up in the undercover area before and after. All Welcome!

Uniform Shop

Please note that there has been a change in the opening hours of the Uniform Shop.

The Uniform Shop will now be open on a Thursday from 3-4pm.

As outlined in the previous note, if you are unable to attend during this time, arrangements for collection can be

made from the front office or items can be sent home with child, if parental permission is given.

Uniform Order Forms are available from the Front Office.

Please note that Brandmode have advised us that there is a manufacturing delay on the vests.

We have received stock for the “bottom half”, but are still waiting on the orders for the “top half”.

If you need to return or exchange stock, please try to ensure that you leave the tags on the item, and try to keep

it in the original bag.

School Fundraiser We are currently running a school fundraiser and are selling packs of 3 Bees Wax Wraps. They are located in the

front office for $25.00. Please see Katrina if you would like to purchase a pack.

Thank you

Lobethal Lutheran School would like to thank the Pasty Bake Team for their kind donation of $5000.00. We are

going to use the money to upgrade our school and to prepare a kitchen garden.

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Pasty Bake

Please note that the Pasty bake is happening again shortly. An order form has been sent home with the eldest

child this week. Please make sure, if you want to order any, that forms are returned by Monday 25th March to

Katrina Stanbury at the front office.

Sports Day

Please find the Sports Day timetable attached to this newsletter. Students are expected to be at school by

12:30pm for a 1:00pm start. We will finish off the day with a sausage sizzle BBQ. Gold coin donation appreciated.

PLEASE NOTE: NO LUNCH ORDERS ON SPORTS DAY!

School times

8:40am Teachers officially on duty (please note there is no supervision before this time)

11:10am Recess

11:30am Class resumes

1:00pm Lunch

1:45pm Class resumes

3:15pm Home time

OSHC

This year we are working in partnership with Lobethal Primary to offer our families an OSHC service. We are

providing all families needing before and after school care a free shuttle to and from Lobethal Primary School. This

will enable all families to access this service. Please see Tessa or Katrina for more information.

Driveway into school

Just a reminder that the driveway into the school off of Main Street is only meant for incoming traffic between

8:00am and 5:00pm. We have had a number of parents reporting to us that cars are using the driveway to

re-enter back onto Main Street, during these times. The sign outlining the times is quite discrete and may have

been missed by some. There is an exit located at the back of the school that can accommodate both incoming and

outgoing traffic. Thanking you in advance.

Rotary Club

The Rotary Club are selling 2016 Shiraz/Cabernet for $120.00 per carton. (12 bottles) Wine sales are available

through Barry Klose on 0413 434 186. Payment can be made to Rotary Club of Onkaparinga Project Account.

BSB: 105 067 Account number 009171040. When making your payment, please include your name and wine and

carton number as reference.

Guitar Lessons

Has your child ever wanted to learn how to play the Guitar? Clinton King, a dad at our school, has kindly offered a

complimentary lesson to any LLS student who wants to give it a try. He has an absolute passion for all things

guitar and would love to share his skills and knowledge with others. If your child has a try and decides they love

it, Clinton’s lessons run for 45 minutes and cost $20.00. He is available during school time and lessons can be

done on school grounds. If you would like more information, please contact Clinton on 0408 025 811.

Mt Pleasant Show

For those heading to the Mt Pleasant Show this Saturday our school will be represented in a few spots throughout

the grounds. We will have a promotional stand and will be working alongside Open Arms on the day. We will have

a static art display that all of our students have contributed to. A big thank you to Mrs T for organising this. Lastly,

Alyssa Fox is also running a school fundraiser on the day. She will be selling Bees Wax wraps for our school. A big

thank you to her.

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Upcoming Dates

Thursday 21st March - Harmony Day

Friday 22nd March - Twilight Sports Day 12:30pm for 1pm start

Monday 1st April - 3 Way Interviews and Conferences

Tuesday 2nd April - Year 4/5 Excursion to Port Adelaide

Wednesday 10th April - LLS Community Open Day 9am—11am

UniSA OT – Olivia and Susan

Self-regulation project well underway! The project has already passed the halfway point and we can’t believe how

fast the time is going! During the first four weeks we learnt all we could from staff, students and parents about

the challenges at LLS and what could be done to further supports students to self-regulate to be ready for

learning. We have now developed a plan with representatives of each stakeholder group (staff, parents, students)

and will now be putting this plan into action! Keep an eye and ear out over the next few weeks as we trial some

new and exciting strategies. Be sure to check the next newsletter for an update on how the project is going!

Sporting News Congratulations to Rose Buckton, Barnaby Bevan, Austen Partridge and Liam Kemp who represented our school at the Courier Cup swimming competition in Mt Barker last

Monday. They had some great personal results. Congratulations to Austen and Liam who

have been selected to compete in the State swimming competition in Marion on Friday the 29th March. Thank you to Naomi Juers for accompanying them. Well done everyone.

Congratulations also to Adam Foweraker, Liam Kemp. Luke Stevens, Toby Zilm, Barnaby

Bevan, Seth Chandler, Ned Hueppauff, Nick Kummerow and Austen Partridge who last

Friday travelled to Lenswood Primary school to compete in the first round of the Knockout

Cricket Competition. Thank you to students from Lobethal Primary who helped to fill our

team and to Ben Kemp who acted as coach and umpire on the day. Unfortunately our

boys were knocked out of the competition, but they had a great time and enjoyed

socialising with students from other schools. It was fantastic to receive positive reports

about sportsmanship. Awesome effort boys.

Term Dates for 2019

Term 1

Tuesday 29th January – Friday 12th April (11 weeks)

School Holidays Saturday 13th April – Sunday 28th April

Term 2

Monday 29th April – Friday 28th June (9 weeks) due to staff training with LEAH schools

School Holidays Saturday 29th June – Sunday 21st July

Term 3

Monday 22nd July – Friday 27th September

School Holidays Saturday 28th September – Sunday 13th October

Term 4

Monday 14th October – Thursday 12th December

School Holidays Friday 13th December – Monday 27th Jan 2020

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Shrove Tuesday and Ash Wednesday

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Staff and Family Prayers

This fortnight in our devotions and

Worship we have been praying for the

following families - Charlie and Adam

Foweraker, Fletcher and Cooper Fox and

Michelle Jones.

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Sports Day Friday 22 March 2019

1.00pm – All groups on Oval for Ball Games

Group 1.30 1.55 2.20 2.45 3.00 3.25 3.50 4.15

1 60/80/100m Discus 200m/400m

Afternoon Break

Shot Put Long Jump

High Jump

Assemble in House

Bays: War Crys

2 High Jump 60/80/100m Discus 200m/400m Shot Put

Long Jump

3 Long Jump High Jump 100m Discus 600m Shot Put

4 Shot Put

Long Jump High Jump 100m Discus 800m

5 800m Shot Put Long Jump

High Jump 100m Discus

6 Discus 800m Shot Put Long Jump High Jump

100m

Finish at 4.00

4.30pm JP Relays 4.45pm Championship Relays 5.00pm Past student and parent relays 5.30pm Winners announced/closing ceremony Groups: (Age as at 1 January 2020)

1.Mrs Kemp - 6/7/8 Year Old Boys 2.Miss Dametto - 6/7/8 Year Old Girls 3.Mr Pick - 9 Year Old Boys & Girls 4.Mrs Muster - 12/13 Year Old Boys & Girls 5.Nicky/Mrs Vorsty – 10 Year Old Boys & Girls 6.Mrs Bampton – 11 Year Old Boys & Girls

Following the Sports Days Events a BBQ Sausage Sizzle Tea will be made available. Gold coin donation appreciated.

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