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LOCKYER LINKLinking the school with the community

MOUNT LOCKYER PRIMARY SCHOOLHumphreys Street, Albany WA 6330. Phone: 9841 1166 Fax: 9841 7262

Care, Compassion, Excellence;Mount Lockyer Primary School a place to learn and grow

Newsletter No: 2 www.facebook.com/MountLockyerPS 26th February 2013

Dates to Remember

27th February 2013

Early Close2.30pm

1st March 2013

Assembly

5th March

Mini Assembly -

Value:Cooperation

CouncillorNominations

FactionswimmingCarnival

Value:- AttentiveListeningCommenced on 18thFebruary for weeks 3and 4. Rewards will bepresented at this weeks

Assembly.

Attentive Listening -means thinking andacting in ways thatconnect you with thespeakerTerm Dates 2013Term 1Monday 4th February -Friday 19th April

Term 2

Tuesday 7th May -Friday 5th July

Early Close DatesFebruary 27th, March13th, 27th, April 10th

P&C Uniform ShopOpen Days:Tuesday and Thursday8:30am 9:30am

Attendance: Weeks 1 & 2

Already into the fourth week of term 1 and I have to say this has been a most enjoyable andproductive start to a school year. The staff thank each and every one of you for ensuringyour children were well and truly prepared for school, all the necessary equipment and incomplete school uniform, this has in no small measure contributed to the excellent start.

The numbers have settled and the organisation of classes will remain, we have been veryfortunate in that there has been minimal changes to class lists. Please keep in mind that at

times due to unforeseen circumstances we do have the need to reorganise classconfigurations.

This year is the first year that Pre Primary has become compulsory, this means Pre Primarystudents must be enrolled and attend five days per week. If your child is absent from schoolit is a requirement that a note is provided explaining the absence, this can be phoned throughor sent via text message or given verbally to the teacher. Student attendance needs to be aminimum of 90%, below this percentage and the attendance will be flagged and investigated.Each newsletter we will include the percentage attendance for each year level PP Year 7and the overall attendance. The year group with the highest attendance will be identified onan Attendance Honour Poster placed on the door of the front entry to the school. So,Congratulations Year 3, for Weeks 1 and 2 you are on an awesome 98%.

I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate the Student Councillors for the wonderful

way they have performed their duties, the leadership they have provided and for being suchexcellent role models for all students in the school.

A number of class teachers have already held their parent information session. Thesemeetings are a perfect opportunity to find out how the class will operate, the expectations inregards to behaviour and homework and any events that may arise during the year. Many ofthe meetings have been well attended and we thank you for taking time out of your busyschedules to attend; research clearly shows that when the school works in partnership withfamilies students achieve better outcomes in all respects.

When the Governor of West Australia Mr McCusker and his wife Mrs McCusker were inAlbany two weeks ago they visited our school. Accompanying them was Young Australian ofthe Year Adram Azimi. This was a real treat for our students, the Governor and his wifespoke to a group of students about their program Kids Who Give WA. This is a program that

encourages and nurtures the social conscience of young people, and celebrates and rewardsoutstanding acts of care, kindness and giving by young West Australians. Research showsthat people who care about others are happier and more accepted in their community. Theaim of the program is to teach children the importance of giving back. If you are interested inthe Kids Who Give WA program go to the interactive www.kidswhogivewa.com.au website formore detailed information.

Further in this newsletter is a scanned copy of an article in the West Australian last week. Itis the 30th Year for the Jump Rope for Heart, in the article there is mention of Mount LockyerPrimary School. The photos are of students that were in the original Lockyer LeapersSkipping Squad, Dougie Roberts (pictured doing the push-ups) Kathy Pomery who is nowKath Hart and is quoted in the article, Arlia Sluiter and unfortunately I am not sure who theothers are. The photos are taken at our school during the jump off which we do annually toraise money for the Heart Foundation.

This Thursday the assembly will be hosted by the Student Councillors and entertainment willbe provided by the School Choir. Look forward to seeing you there.

Maxine AugustsonPrincipal

P 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

95% 90% 95% 98% 95% 94% 87% 98%
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Chaplains ChatHello every one.I was asked this week some questions about who I amand what my role is here. So I thought it was a good timeto reintroduce myself to everyone new and old.My real name is Greg Barber. Everyone at school knowsme as Chappie. I have a diploma in Childrens servicesand have worked as a qualified Child Carer and worked infamily support with YMCA here in Albany for many years.This is my third year here at Mt Lockyer and its been agreat experience getting to know everyone. I have beenmarried to the beautiful Eleanor for 17yrs now and wehave two wonderful children Katja 15, and Quinn 11.

My main role here as the school Chaplain is to be a partof the schools student and family support program.Children cannot learn to their full potential if they areworried or stressed over day-to-day things happening intheir lives. This may be a friend thats not talking to them,a change in routine, or an argument they may have had athome. Perhaps something they have seen on TV hasstuck in their minds and is worrying them. We can be

constantly surprised as parents at what makes a childanxious. Dropping off a child in this state for six hours ofschool can be worrying for the parents as well. Havingsomeone that can take a personal interest in them andwatch over them for you is very reassuring.As I am not a teacher, my place in the school system isunique and very flexible. This enables me to be able tomeet the different needs of parents and children from preprimary to yr 7.

I spend my day interacting with students either one onone or in groups all throughout the day. You may see meon the basketball court, on the oval, at sports carnivals oron the roof collecting lost balls. Often Im just sitting in the

sand pit enjoying a lively conversation with a beautifulsmiling child and my day is fulfilled.

So if you have any concerns regarding your child orsomething personal that I may be able to help you with,even if it has nothing to do with the school, please feelfree to stop me in the halls or contact me through theoffice.I am available Monday to Thursday during school hours.I will be talking more about families, children andchaplaincy in further newsletters so keep a look out.The chaplains services are always respectful, private andconfidential.

CheersChappie

PLAYGROUPWEDNESDAY MORNINGS IN

OUR PLACEFROM 9.00am to 11.00am

EVERYBODY IS WELCOMEPLEASE BRING A PIECE OF FRUIT FOR YOUR

CHILD.ENQUIRIES TO Mrs Tozer 98411166

Your attendance will earnMOUNT LOCKYER PRIMARY SCHOOLPassport Points

Religious InstructionAll children are expected to participate in Religious Instruc-tion. If you do not want your child to participate in religiousinstruction please send a note to the classroom teacher withthis request.Please note students do not automatically become exemptfrom previous years. A new exemption note needs to becompleted for 2013.

Baha'i SRE classesBahai SRE classes will be offered in 2013 at MountLockyer Primary School. Children from all religious and cul-tural backgrounds are welcome.

Students learn how spiritual qualities, or virtues, such ashonesty, courtesy and service are a necessary part of apeaceful community and world.

The teachers are trained volunteers registered as SREteachers with the Department of Education. There is nocharge.

If you are interested, please return the attached form to thefront office by 15th February. Please note that a new permis-sion slip needs to be completed for 2013.

Permission Slip Bahai Special Religious EducationClasses..I wish for my child/ren

.To attend Bahais Education Classes

Parent name

Signature .

Phone.

2013 NewsletterIn order to be more environmentally friendly, we have de-cided to start sending out our Newsletter via email. If youwould like to receive the Newsletter this way, please send aconfirmation email to [email protected] note that due to system updates throughout theschool holidays, I may not have received your emails re-

questing the Newsletter, please re-send if you suspect thishas happened. Thank you.

Photo PermissionPhoto permission slips are a part of the enrolment processto ensure we have permission for your child/ren to have theirphoto used within school activities e.g., at school, theschools website, outside school. If you have any concernsabout your child/ren having photos taken at school for publi-cation within the school or on school excursions pleasemake sure you have completed the photo permission slipgiving your consent for photo usage or whether the photousage is restricted to particular usage or not allowed at all.The photo permission slip is available at the school officeshould you need to change your preference.


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Mount Lockyer UniformsThe School Uniform

Consists of;

Maroon WindcheaterMaroon or Gold Polo Shirt

Faction T shirtMaroon Track Pant

Maroon Skirt

Maroon ShortsSTRICTLY NO denimjeans or shorts, black denim jeans

or shorts, jeggings or tights.

A "No Hat- No Play" policy will be in operation in theschool terms one & four, but the wearing of hats during alloutdoor activities throughout the year will be encouraged.Wide brim and bucket hats are available for sale at the

uniform shop.

Footwearshould meet health and safety requirements,such as sandshoes/joggers, school style boots/shoes with

plain coloured socks.

Jewellery should be kept to a minimum and make-up is

not acceptable for primary school students.

Hairshould be neat and presentable at all times andshould be tied up if long.

STUDENTS NOT WEARING SCHOOL UNIFORM WILL BEGIVEN APPROPRIATE CLOTHING TO WEAR FOR THE DAY.

Wanted: Our PlaceOur Place would very much appreciate any donations of old

jewellery, large cushions and/or bean bags.We would also like to find someone who has spare time to do somesewing.If you can help, please see Mrs Vaughan in Our Place.

Wanted: Play Pod Donations

Our Play Pod has arrived! It's the blue sea container nearOur Place. Now we need to fill it with lots of interesting

things for kids to play with. If you have any of the followingplease let Barb Jeremic or Shelley Vaughan know.ShelvingPlastic pipesWooden planksFlexible plastic pipesBalls (all sizes)TelephonesComputer keyboardsMaterial Carpets, rugsCardboard boxes (large), Cardboard tubesSteering wheelsDress up clothes, bags, shoes etc

Smaller mattressesPlastic chairs without legsNettingFoam pieces (Like that used in packing)Plastic pots, Buckets, PlasticContainersOther plumbing, building off-cuts,Cable rolls (wooden)

School FeesA reminder to all parents that the Voluntary Contributionsfor 2013 are due. They are $40.00 per child attendingMount Lockyer Primary School.

The school uses this money to purchase art and craftmaterial, science equipment and to support variousprograms run through out the school.

Payment would be appreciated. If you are having

difficulty making this payment please contact theRegistrarChristine Davidson to make suitablearrangements.

Money can be direct deposited into the school account.

BSB: 306 001 BankWestAcc No: 515 4800 Cheque AccountMt Lockyer School Fund

Please make sure you put a description in the paymentsection.

As a thank you for paying school fees early, the

school will hold a raffle draw for all families who havepaid before the end of term one. This will be a dinnervoucher at The Venice restaurant to the value of $100.

School based immunisation program moved to Year 8

Please note that the school based immunisation program,previously offered to Year 7 students, will be delivered inYear 8 starting in 2014.

In the 2013 school based immunisation program, all malestudents in Years 8, 9 and 10 will be offered the HumanPapilloma Virus (HPV) vaccine series to protect themagainst developing a range of cancers and diseases. If yourson is eligible for this vaccine, you will receive informationand a consent form via your sons school bag in 2013.

If your child is in Year 7 in 2013, they will receive theirschool vaccines in 2014 when they are in Year 8.

Please be assured that all children will be provided anopportunity to access the school based vaccines during theprogram shift.

If you require any further information, please contact theCentral Immunisation Clinic on9321 1312 during office hours.

Nitbusters Help WantedPlease leave your name and number with the school if you

can help out for a couple of hours every second Friday from1.30pm to 3.10pm.

Southern Districts Junior Football Association RegistrationDays

Auskick to Under 15s Registration Days will be held at theJunior Club Rooms on the: 14th & 21st March from 3.30p.m 6.00.p.m. To save time you can register on line atwww.sdjfa.sportingpulse.net .

Kidsport applications are available at ALAC prior to registrationday and these applicants need to appear in person with their

stamped forms. We look forward to seeing you there.
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Illness and School

Parents please do not send your children to school if they

are obviously unwell and keep them at home until they arefit enough to attend classes. By keeping your unwell childat home -

You are enabling them to recover more quickly with rest.

Protecting other students and staff at school from alsobecoming unwell.

A few helpful tips:If your child is unfortunate enough to develop a vomiting

and/or diarrhoeal illness please do not allow them toreturn to school until 24 hours after the last episodeof vomiting/diarrhoea.

Students with chicken pox must be excluded from schoolfor at least 5 days after the rash has appeared and

until the vesicles have formed crusts. (Crusts alonedo not warrant exclusion).

Conjunctivitis (eye infection): After commencement ofantibiotic eye drops from the GP, exclude fromschool/work until discharge form the eyes hasceased.

Head lice: exclude until day after shampoo treatment tokill eggs and lice.

If you are not sure about when your child should returnto school please contact the school nurse.

Lesley Glorie, 98427565

Lower Great Southern Hockey AssociationHookin2 Hockey, Junior, High School and Senior Players

Registration Day!!Venue: Hockey Stadium - Barker Road, Albany

Date: THURSDAY 28TH FEBRUARY 2013Time: 3pm 6pm

Enquiries: Judith Want - 0429895033

Gloria Terpstra 0428418784Cassandra Stipanicev - 0427552125

Ambulance CoverIf a student is injured or becomes seriously ill at schooland requires an ambulance to hospital the school is notliable for any costs. A one way trip to hospital in anAmbulance within the Albany area currently costs over$800.One way of avoiding this hefty bill is to pay an annual StJohn ambulance subscription.Family rate is $103, Single rate is $62

If you have private health cover check your policy to seeif this includes ambulance cover.

The above rates will provide Australia wide coverincluding the Royal Flying Doctor Service. Subscriptionscan be paid at our local Albany sub-centre on the cornerof Campbell Rd and Middleton Beach Rd. For moreinformation please phone 9841 4212

Lesley Glorie, Clinical School and Community HealthNurse

Free TutoringAll Albany families have free access to on-demand,

online tutoring after school.Students, use yourAlbany Public Library card number(membership is free) to access tutors when you have a

homework question, would like feedback on your essay, orare simply stuck!

Expert Australian tutors after school- no appointments, no travel, no cost to families.

Go to: yourtutor.com.auEnglish concepts | Essay and report writing feedback |Maths | Biology | Chemistry | Physics | Study Skills |

Assignments and ProjectsYear 4 advanced Year 12

4pm 8pm

NASHs Year 8 StudentsYear 8s have had a great start to the year with all students settling inand setting goals to achieve their best in their subjects

Ethan Dowdell using

the guillotine in designand Technology.

Travis Tonkinson, Alexander Demetri

and Toby Hindle, enjoying his Art class.At the moment the Year 8s are workingwith Kate Campbell-Pope, Artist inResidence, on binding and wrappingmethods.


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Locals Needed As Volunteer Mentors for the 2013

School Year

The School Volunteer Program is calling for community

members willing to become mentors at one of 13 registered

schools in the Great Southern Region.

Volunteer mentors are dedicated men and women who

provide friendship, guidance and support to students whoneed a little help to negotiate some of lifes challenges.

Patience, empathy & life experience are the only

requirements to be a successful mentor.

Volunteers will assist young students on a one-to-one basis,

visiting their allocated school once a week, for one hour,

spending quality time providing encouragement and taking a

sincere interest in the students efforts.

Access to a mentor can give a student an opportunity to

increase their chances to look forward to a positive future.

If you would like to become a volunteer mentor or for further

information, please contact Christine Tozer on 0439 444 159

or visit www.svp.org.au

WEEK 8 WINNERSMost Locky Legends Cinema Tickets Logan Archbold

Newsletter Quiz Hannah Archbold

PP2-Shayla LaneRoom 3-Jorja WhitehurstRoom 4 Beth Stirling, Kaelin AbrahamsRoom 6 Luke Carson

Room 7 Phillip HortRoom 9 Michala Brooks, Warren KnappRoom 13- Logan Archbold, Vanessa OatesRoom 14 Dylan BoydRoom 15 Baydne PearsonRoom 16 Shelby Rogers, Cameron GravestockRoom 21 Asha BristowRoom 22 Callum Balhorn

Merit CertificatesCongratulations to the following students who receivedhonour certificates at last weeks assembly: Rhys Grixti,Harley Branson, Emily Pearce, Amelia Hort, PhoebeMooney, Kaius Pearson, Dylan Boyd, Dylan Phillips, MarkColbung, Piper Cottrill, Kotara Hill, Elizabeth Moor, AliHossaini, Lily Grixti, Marlin Bennett, Paris McLaughlan andMax Kuenen.

Physical EducationThe aim of the P.E. program is to provide an introductionto, and development of, a variety of skills through gamesand activities.As well as the physical skills, the program will fosterconcepts such as co-operation, sportsmanship andgame strategies, as well as promoting the importance ofdeveloping a healthy, active lifestyle.As with all other school subjects, all children areexpected to participate in Phys. Ed. Lessons. A studentwill only be excused from participating if they handin a note from their parent with a valid reason for notbeing able to participate, or the parent has spoken toeither the class or Phys. Ed. Teacher.Because of the nature of Physical Education, childrenneed to be dressed in suitable clothing for P.E. lessons.School uniform is acceptable, however dresses are oftennot appropriate. It is important that children wearsuitable footwearon P.E. days. Sandals, thongs, shoeswith slippery soles or heavy boots can cause safetyconcerns. Please refer to your childs class for thedays when they have Phys. Ed. . Already this term anumber of children have had footwear that has not beenappropriate for P.E. activities.Drink bottles containing water will be permitted to be

brought out to P.E.Hats must be worn during Terms 1 and 4, but arerecommended all year.From time to time Regional Development Officers will bea part of the program bringing to the school theirparticular skills and expertise.Because of the nature of some activities it is veryimportant that children follow instructions given to themand in particular any safety procedures given duringlessons. Failure to follow these may result in a childbeing excluded from an activity. If a child was excludedfor an extended period of time, parents would benotified. The school Behaviour Management Plan

applies to Phys. Ed., the same as in classrooms.If you have any concerns regarding Physical Educationplease contact Mr Beatty or Mrs Mills, depending onwhich teacher your child has for Phys. Ed.

Rainbow Coast Neighbourhood Centre - FREE GROUPFly In Fly Out. Now with Crche!219 North Road. Tel: 9841 8254Email: [email protected] one partner regularly works away from home,extra challenges can arise for the family unit. Thoughrelationships/families can have problems stemmingfrom FIFO, there are just as many people who enjoysuch a lifestyle. They often say it gives them room to bethemselves and to follow individual interests. Theseworkshops can help in this shift from seeing FIFOrelationships in a negative light to a more positive one.This workshop will:

Explore the strengths and challenges of a FIFO relationshipIdentify feelings associated with FIFO relationshipsLook at core dynamics in relationshipsFly In Fly Out ParentingUnderstand the importance of effective communication withpartners and family membersLook at some strategies to better manage FIFOrelationshipsCommences Tuesday 12th March, 2013Five Weeks - 1:00pm to 2:00pm, plusCommunity Family Get-Together Eyres ParkRegister on 9841 8254 or emailing [email protected] - Tel: 9845 7700

[email protected] by Amity Health

WantedSecond hand uniforms to keep as spares when needed.Various sizes. Please drop them at the school office.
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If you have changed your phone numbers and address details could you please update your information withthe office staff as soon as possible.

Student(s) name :_____________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________

Parent(s) name:______________________________________________________________________

Address: ______________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________

Phone Numbers:______________________________(home)

______________________________(mobile 1)

______________________________(mobile 2)

Emergency Contact(s)

Name ______________________________________________________________________

Address ______________________________________________________________________

Phone Number ______________________________________________________________________

Emergency Contact(s)Name ______________________________________________________________________

Address ______________________________________________________________________

Phone Number ______________________________________________________________________

Medical/Health

Does the Student have a medical condition or intensive health care need? YES NO

If yes, please specify ___________________________________________________________________

Medical Practice (Name and Address) _____________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________

Doctors Name ____________________________________________ Phone ______________________

Please provide details of any other information that you would like noted ___________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________________

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MOBILE PHONE POLICYStudents who bring mobile phones onto school premises must adhere to these guidelines.

ResponsibilityMount Lockyer Primary School acknowledges that mobile phones may be used as a safety measure out of school hours. Parents arereminded that in cases of emergency, the school office remains the most appropriate point of contact during the school day.

The school accepts no responsibility for lost, stolen or damaged mobile phones.

GuidelinesStudents mobile phones are to be switched off during school time and handed to the class teacher or office upon arrival in the morning. Students are not permitted to use mobile phones for any purpose on school grounds. Mobile phones are not permitted to be taken to school camps, excursions or other functions unless permission is granted by the schoolPrincipal.Students seen using mobile phones on school grounds-First breach- The phone will be confiscated and returned to the student at the end of the school day.Further breaches- The phone will be confiscated and parents/carers will need to collect it from the office.

Dear ParentsThe value from 18th February to 5th March is Attentive Listening. If your child has demonstrated Attentive Listeningnotify your classroom teacher and they will be in the draw for a prize at this weeks assembly.

Value: Attentive Listening - Means thinking and acting in ways that connect you to the speaker.Memory Jogger - I listen attentivelyStudent Name:- ___________________________________________________Value:- Attentive Listening

Week Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

Week 3

Week 4

NEWSLETTER QUIZ Q: What is the rule in the school about hats? A: __________________________________________

Name _______________________________________________________________

MANAGING STUDENT BEHAVIOUR

The key to this approach is that the child is given a choice at each step tofollow directions or face increased consequences.Students making GOOD CHOICES are acknowledged for their efforts.For students making POOR CHOICES the following consequencesapply ~

STEP 1Student refuses to follow directions.Verbal warning.

STEP 2Student still refuses to follow directions-In-class consequence eg Time Out area.

STEP 3Student still refuses to follow directions-Out-of-class consequence eg BuddyClass.

STEP 4Student still refuses to follow directions-RED CARD is sent to the office.Parents will be requested to attendschool.

SUSPENSIONStudents will be immediately

suspended for verbal abuse ofstaff and/or violence towardsstaff or students.

RE-ENTRY FOLLOWINGSUSPENSION

Students returning fromsuspension must beaccompanied by an adult andwill attend the InterventionCentre (Room 20) where anIndividual BehaviourManagement Plan will bedeveloped and implemented.

WHAT IS BULLYING?

Bullying is when a student or groupkeep picking on another student. Theytry to hurt them physically oremotionally. The behaviour isdeliberate and repeated.

A fight or disagreement betweenequal students is not bullying.

HOW TO STOP BULLYING

Tell an adult, it is not dobbing toask for help. Both victim andthose bullying will be counselledand supported.

Do not be a by-stander; if youwitness bullying try to stop it orreport it.

IF YOU ARE BULLYING

Step 1: Warning

Step 2: In school isolation andcounselling at recess and lunch,parents will be notifiedStep 3: For continued breachesstudents will be suspended.


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