KOJONUP DHS NEWSLETTER Blackwood Road, Kojonup, WA, 6395 Phone: 9831 3300 Canteen: 9831 1403 Email: Kojonup.dhs@education.wa.edu.au

Term 1 Week 6 12th March 2021

12 FEBRUARY 2021 FROM THE PRINCIPAL’S DESK

Hello Everyone Our school continues to buzz along, with all the “busyness” that comes with having K-10 on one campus! Over the past two weeks we have worked on our behaviour policy and individual education plans, we have been involved in swimming trials and started our system based OLNA testing. Our swimming carnival was yesterday and the sportsmanship and leadership our students displayed was awesome. Congratulations to all students for their efforts and especially to those who came away from the day as championship winners. Aquila was the winning faction and to everyone in Aquila I congratulate you. To the students in other factions, there is always next year! Thanks to Ms Naisbitt and her band of helpers, whose efforts meant it was a great day that was enjoyed by all. As a school, we have had a discussion this week about lockers and have resolved to stop using them for now. We will review this decision in Term 4, but have found that the use of them by students meant many were late to class, many left items in their lockers and missed valuable instructional time going back to their locker from the classroom, and interactions in that area during changeover were not always positive. As we are a relatively small school, our students can easily leave what they need for each lesson in their designated rooms, thus negating the need to store equipment and books elsewhere and carry heavy bags. Students will take their bags to class each period and this will also mean if they need something from their bag, it is right there and no time is wasted in retrieving it. Two staff at the school have secured Curriculum Team Leader positions within the school, Mrs Susan Marsh won the Literacy position and Mrs Trina Hill, the Numeracy role. Thank you to Susan and Trina for applying for these roles. The Executive team look forward to working closely with you and your teams to analyse data and plan for improved student outcomes in these areas. I am sure other staff will join these teams and contribute their valuable insights for the benefit of our students. At Kojonup DHS, we are very fortunate to have School Council members who are dedicated to our school and making it a great place to be. Council has decided to meet twice per term and our next meeting will be on the 24th March. At this meeting we will be looking at the Director General’s Statement of Expectations for Principals and signing off on this document. We will also look at some updated school policies. If you have anything that you would like taken to the School Council, please approach one of the Council members and speak to them, we value every school community member’s opinion and input and this is an integral part of each Council member’s role. In closing, we would like to extend our condolences to the Cox family on the passing of Jack – a man who will be fondly remembered by our school community. Sharon Poett Principal

CROSSWALK POSITION AVAILABLE

For all enquiries, please contact Jayden Lowe at the Police station or phone 9831 2555.

P&C UPDATE The KDHS P&C held the AGM on Monday night. Thank you to everyone who attended. I would like to welcome our new and returning executive committee and thank those who are leaving their positions. President - Leonie Smith Vice President -Shelley Radford Secretary - Sarah Burt Treasurer - Katie Daw & Sonya Koster Canteen Representative - Michelle Zadow It has been decided that this year we will be holding an Art Show as our major fundraiser. Our next meeting will be held Monday, 29th March at 7pm, in the school library to start organising. All welcome to attend. We are calling for volunteers to help out in the canteen on Fridays as this is one of our busiest days. If you are able please let us know. I would like to congratulate all our students for their efforts yesterday at the Swimming Carnival. It was great to see everyone participating, trying their best in the pool and giving support on the side lines from the faction bays and family supporters. A big thank you goes to teachers and parent volunteers for helping the event run smoothly. Warm regards Anna Zacher Outgoing P&C Secretary kojonuppandc@gmail.com

We currently have a parent vacancy on the Council, so if you would like to nominate, please see the front office for a nomination form and a fact sheet explaining your commitment, by Friday 19th March. If necessary, voting will be held during the week of 22-26 March.

Name Elected Term ends Re-elected Term ends Role

1 Sharon Poett Principal

2 Sherryl Altus MCS (no vote)

3 Rebecca Bignell 2020 2022 Staff

4 Stacy Williams 2018 2021 2021 2024 Council Chair

5 Ros Marinoni 2019 2022 Parent

6 Nadine Bilney 2019 2022 Parent

7 Janet Evans 2016 2019 2019 2022 Parent

8 Julie Sullivan 2019 2022 Parent

9 Pam Thomson 2017 2020 2020 2023 Community

10 Simon House 2021 2024 Community

PBS YELLOW TICKET ACHIEVEMENTS Congratulations to the following students who have earned 25 Yellow Tickets already.

25 YELLOW TICKETS Sarah Bignell Oliver Fardig Lucy Gregory Sophie Jefferies Ava Chitty Niamh Gibbons Charlotte Smith Max Ladyman Amy Leitch Sonny Radford Jayden Jones Mackinley Harker-Crake Sam Waldron

PBS Team Purpose Statement;

Our Purpose is to create and promote a transparent, consistent and fair environment, where staff

and students demonstrate positive behaviour.

OUR SCHOOL EXPECTATIONS

BE SAFE HAVE PRIDE FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS SHOW RESPECT

RECYCLED MATERIALS WANTED STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) in primary are seeking recycled materials to use in constructions projects. Materials required;

Cardboard boxes of all sizes and shapes

Paper towel tubes or other cardboard tubes (except toilet roll tubes)

2l and 3l Milk bottles, plus plastic lids

2l soft drink bottles, plus plastic lids Materials can be dropped off in the box provided at the front office, thank you.

- Miss Sharon Livingstone

2021 SCHOOL LEADERS

GREAT EFFORT TO ALL STUDENTS AT THE INTER- HOUSE SWIMMING CARNIVAL YESTERDAY

AQUILA 705 HERCULES 674 PHOENIX 561

CONGRATULATIONS TO AQUILA!!!

STAY TUNED FOR THE NEXT NEWSLETTER WITH PHOTOS AND CHAMPION RESULTS

From left to right; Flynn Roser Dylan Livsey, Danielle Evans, Brooke Milne, Oakley Kapoor, Terehia Potaka-Osborne, Pippa Radford, Lauren Marsh, Matilda Clifton, Lachlan Bignell, Brock Donaldson, Georgia Schinzig

From left to right; Dylan Livsey, Danielle Evans, Georgia Schinzig, Lachlan Bignell, Flynn Roser

Jack Leusciatti, Brodie Hills, Mitchell Hills, Lyrique Reid

Amy Williams, Harry Hart, Lacey Hallett, Jackson Cowie

Eloise Plowman, Keisha Smith, Todd Gibbons, Bayley Marinoni

PRIMARY & SECONDARY CAPTAINS STUDENT COUNCIL MEMBERS

AQUILA SPORT CAPTAINS HERCULES SPORT CAPTAINS PHOENIX SPORT CAPTAINS

DEPUTY PRINCIPAL NEWS ATTENDANCE

Did you know?

Missing half a day of school each week = missing one month of learning a year.

Missing a day of school on average a week between Kindergarten and Year 12 = missing nearly 2 and ½ years of school.

Whilst enrolment in Kindergarten is not compulsory, once enrolled, attending is compulsory.

We know however that some children may need extra encouragement to go to school

regularly.

Some common problems you may have getting your child to school:

They won’t get out of bed in the morning.

They go to bed late at night.

They can’t find their uniform, books or school bag.

They are slow to eat breakfast.

They haven’t done their homework or are avoiding a test or assignment.

They are watching television, playing video games or on social media late at night or before school.

You may also be worried that your child:

may not have friends or is not fitting in.

may be feeling lost at school

fears getting into trouble or failing

may have learning difficulties

may not be getting along with a teacher or other students.

How can we work together to support your child to attend school regularly?

Parents and Carers

Have a set time for your child to go to bed at night and get up in the morning.

Have their uniform and school bag ready the night before.

Have a set time for breakfast and daily homework activities.

Have a set time for television or access to the internet / social media and games.

Talk about school positively.

If running late, encourage your child to still go to school and reassure them that you will let the school know.

Organise for your child to meet a friend before school so they can arrive at school together.

Speak to your child’s teacher or one of our deputies, Mrs Fleay (Secondary) or Mrs Stephens (K to Year 6).

Teachers and Deputies

Provide predictable routines to reduce anxiety about going to school.

Provide learning activities that are responsive to your child’s needs and developmental level.

Work with parents / carers to address any issues or barriers to attendance.

Talk to you about possible support from our Chaplain, School Psychologist or other agencies.

Provide a positive and supportive learning environment through our Positive Behaviour Support program.

Monitor attendance and make contact with parents / carers if their child is at risk due to low attendance to see what

support we can offer.

Implement health and wellbeing programs that support the social and emotional development of our students.

If we can assist you to improve attendance for your child or children, please feel free to ring or pop in and see us. Heather Stephens

MERIT AWARD WINNERS 26th February 2021

Congratulations to the Merit award winners, in no particular order; Abigail Schinzig, Harry Hart, Terehia Potaka-Osborne, Brendan Michael, Meg Hunter, Jesse Reid, Bayleigh Matthews, Matilda Clifton, Hugh Zacher, Danielle Macfarlane, Erueti Whanarere-Nohona, Chrylah Peneha-Patea, Taj Wells, Chelsea Zadow, Fergus Thorn, Kyan Lucev, Olivia Kelly, Joshua Smith, Emelia Michael, Calen Hamilton, Dylan Livsey, Mia Pollard, Ebony Levis, Sofia Tunui, Hunter Gibbons, Levi Hunter.

AUSSIE OF THE MONTH Fantastic effort achieved by Bayley Marinoni, Matilda Clifton and Rihari Romic in receiving the “Aussie of the Month” award.

BOOK CLUB NEWS

Hi Book Clubbers! Just a reminder that your Issue 2 Orders are due back at school - or - placed through LOOP by Friday, 12 March please. Contact Sonya Koster with any enquiries.

EXTRA NEWS

Parents please be mindful that parking in the ECE bus pickup area is not allowed. This is for

staff and buses ONLY, as buses are finding it difficult to

drive in and out and more importantly, it is too dangerous

to have students walking around this area before and

after school.

Thank you for your co-operation.

SECONDARY ASSISTANCE SCHEME Do you hold a current: Centrelink Family Healthcare Card, Centrelink Pensioner Card or a Veteran’s Affairs Pension Card? You may be eligible for up to $350.00 towards 2021 High School expenses. Please contact the front office to complete the necessary forms. Applications close Friday 26th March 2021.

GUEST SPEAKERS Mr Jamo Eyres shared his experiences of attending KDHS and his life journey so far with his farming family in Kojonup and Mrs Kellie Bowey gave a wonderful insight into her career pathway of being a successful hairdresser and a small business owner in Kojonup.

Left: Mr Eyres featured with students, Calen, Tyler and Flynn

Right: Mrs Bowey featured with students, Gracie, Oscar and Georgia

For a GOLD COIN donation students can

enjoy a uniform free dress on Wednesday 17th March

Funds raised will go towards Radio Lollipop.

PRE PRIMARY INVESTIGATES – WHAT CAN BE MEASURED?

We have been busy exploring the different ways to measure ourselves and the things around us. We have investigated volume, area, length and even practiced our hefting skills to compare the weight of different objects. We have worked in teams, pairs and on our own all around our classroom.

Sibling photo order forms are available in the front office. Could all photo order forms please be returned to the front office by Friday 26th March

TREASURE HUNTERS

Thank you to everyone who has returned their permission forms to take part in Treasure Hunters. There has been a change to the previous commencement date, the program will now be delivered at the beginning of Term 2. If you would like your child/ren to take part, please return the permission form by the end of term.