Glengarry Primary School
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Kaya, Parents & Community Members,

The School Board met last week for our first of two meetings this term.  The meeting included healthy discussion relating to collated 2023 student data across a wide range of areas including literacy, numeracy and the social-emotional domain.  Given teachers had spent considerable time analysing the data, the Board was also privy to the initial planning thoughts under consideration.  During the meeting there was also a deep dive into the draft Business Plan that will span the 2024 to 2026 period. Prior to the next meeting, refinements will be made to this document and draft versions of the 2024 Operational Plans shared.

Our current group of Year 5 children have been undertaking a leadership course in preparation for nomination and selection of Student Councillors and House Captains for next year.  While the course culminates with the selection process on Friday, last week witnessed the “Great Race” through Perth’s CBD and the ability to showcase their leadership skills.  Based on these efforts, our student leadership for next year is in good hands.

Finally, next Friday we recognise Careers Day where we challenge gender stereotypes in society.  Our children are our greatest asset and as such they should be encouraged to seek any career that will allow them to maximise their potential, regardless of gender.  What career would your child like to pursue?

 Peter Meston

Principal

Following a request to extend the nomination timeline for this award, nominations will be accepted up to Thursday, November 16.

This is an annual award presented at the Year 6 Graduation Ceremony in December.

The award has been in place since 2004 and was established to honour the hard work and commitment to the school and Duncraig community by one of our parents, Mr Steve Manzoney who sadly passed away in September 2004. In 1999 Steve took up a position on the P&C social committee and committed an enormous amount of time and energy organising a variety of functions that raised valuable funds for the school and brought the community together. In 2001 he also was the P&C Treasurer.  He was always willing to lend a hand around the school, helping out on carnival days and other school events. He was someone you could rely on.  Steve was also involved in the Duncraig community, coaching basketball, umpiring T-ball and actively involved in the junior football as a coach and runner.

We are now requesting nominations for this award.  The criteria can be found on the nomination form which can be downloaded within this article.  A copy will also be sent via Connect.

Please return the form to the office marked “Attention to the Principal” or directly via email (peter.meston@education.wa.edu.au) by Friday, November 16.

The proposed structure of our classes for 2024 will be as outlined below:

·         2 x Kindergarten

·         1 x Kindergarten / Pre-primary

·         1 x Pre-primary

·         2 x Year 1

·         1 x Year 1/2

·         1 x Year 2

·         1 x Year 2/3

·         1 x Year 3

·         1 x Year 3/4 *

·         1 x Year 4

·         1 x Year 4/5

·         1 x Year 5

·         1 x Year 5/6

·         1 x Year 6

* Please note: The Year 3/4 class will be part of the “1 to 1 Technology” program in 2024.  Year 3 will be invited to be part of the program and purchase a device. Please indicate if you would like your child to participate in this exciting opportunity.

(Please also note: if your child is selected for either class but you are not able to obtain a device for any reason, a shared device will be supplied for use at school)

It is recommended that parents discuss requests with your child’s current teacher and may consider social groupings, class structures or other factors.

As outlined in the “Class Placement Policy” (attached below), requests for

specific teachers will not be considered given that staffing levels or allocations have not been finalised.

Please also note; late requests will not be considered.

Class Request 2024

Requests for class placement in 2024 will be accepted from now until 3.00pm on Monday, November 13. Please do not email the school or write to the Principal: all requests must be submitted using the link below:

https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=-RaA4P3Ru0yDsLdutDYWJyRxKl6lWjVDmxFKQT8g61dUNElPV01FRElBQkwwOVdEUTVVQUhPOVE0Vy4u

The 2024 Resource Lists have now been published live to the Campion website for parents to order.

An email was sent home this week with all the information.

ALL ORDERS MUST BE COMPLETED Online at www.campion.com.au by Friday 1st December 2023 Using "XJRB" as your code.

Orders can still be placed past the 'return date' but it may incur a late fee.

Please note: In terms of headphones please ensure that the headphones have a compatible connection to your child device if you are in a Learning Technology class for 2024. All other students must have headphones that are compatible with the standard Ipad 9th Gen connection.

Paul Litherland from Surf Online provided a Cyber Safety Workshop for parents on Wednesday 1 November. He has been kind enough to send through the resources that he shared at this event. Thank you to the P&C for funding this important event. 

While doing the cyber safety workshop we learned about how on online gaming can hacked and how to be safe online. We also learnt some online purchases can be dangerous and cause money to be lost. We have learnt how to be safe online and to turn off any location. We know to ask a parent before publishing something online.

-Georgia and Naomi 

Woodman Point Camp Recount

By Ayla & Aliana

Last week on the 25th of October, the two year six classes went on camp at Woodman Point. We were split into four activity groups with four teachers; Ms Powley, Mr Lillico, Mrs Barrett and, Mr Delpino. 

In these groups we were challenged with eight activities to push our boundaries whilst being resilient. These activities included flying fox, abseiling, rock climbing, bike ride, archery, orienteering, surf lifesaving and raft building. Each activity taught us to be confident in ourselves and others.

Outside of our activities, we continued teamwork by constantly playing soccer. We even played another school that was on their camp. People who didn't want to play, showed their support by cheering on from the side-lines.

A highlight of camp was a game called Escape from Quarantine. This was kind of a version of spotlight, this game was very enjoyable for everyone, including the teachers! We had a games night consisting of a series of one-minute challenges in teams. The second night was movie night which resulted in half of the year falling asleep!

Overall, camp was the highlight of the year, no…not just the year, but all of Primary School!

Despite the 37 degree heat all students from K- 6 enjoyed being coated in slime, chalk and saturated with water. We loved seeing many parents support this great event and help out where needed. The winners of the raffle prizes were: 

Adventure World Family Day Pass: Ellie B - PP Red

Nintendo Switch Lite: Ivy G - Room 4

Thank you to Mr Richard Van Wyk for the amazing photos

🏁 The Great Race 🏁

By: Taya G & Meera V

 On Tuesday 31st October, the Year 5 students of Glengarry arrived at Stirling Gardens in the city for the race. Each year, students from Year 5 compete in a race full of challenges and riddles. We spent ages preparing for the big day, making bandannas, and practicing a chant. Not only was it fun, but it also helped us develop our leadership skills for next year. We had to take pictures, do dances, and sing at the top of our lungs, but most importantly, we had to work together as a team. It was a very close game, with the Leadership Lions taking the victory (and a medal) with 89 points, and The Racing Rats and Barrett's Bandits tied in second place only one point behind. In the end, we all had fun, and the day ended with a nice, refreshing ice cream and some spooky stories. 

Good luck to the next Year fives and GO LEADERSHIP LIONS!🦁🏁

The Kindergarten playground enjoyed lots of maintenance work from many parent helpers at our recent Spring Busy Bee. Many parents assisted with preparation tasks and some finishing off jobs too! Our sandpits have never been this full for a very long time. Enjoy the photos of their clever work... 

Thank you again from Jenny McFarlane and the Kindergarten teaching team.

 After a very successful competition season with notable placings across all apparatus, the season ended with State Championships.

 Sunny’s team took out 1st in the state for National Level 6 🥇 

With her consistency in scores across apparatus, as an individual Sunny has ranked 8th all around in the state, which is also incredible given she is the youngest competitor in the level. She also placed 5th on beam.

I repurposed an old frame I collected from a road verge & worked for many months prepping the canvas, sketching a landscape & then painting with acrylic. My art was then selected to be showcased in the City of Belmont Art Exhibition in the youth group. 

 Atticus

I remember sitting in my Nana’s lounge room painting all afternoon at the age of 8. It was my first ‘Paint by Numbers’ set. I was amazed how something that looked like blobs of different shades of green up close, became a landscape of beautiful trees and farmland when you stepped back from the painting. Today I still marvel at the simple techniques that produce a picture. This term I have introduced ‘Art in the Park’ to the students. Gradually every student will have the opportunity to experience some simple art techniques on a Wednesday lunchtime. The setting under the Jacaranda trees by the library is calming. The art activity is creative, yet relaxing. So far the experience has been very positive for the students who have signed up. Recently Djeran (y 3-4) did ‘Leaf rubbings and crayon resist painting.’ See the photos.

The first group from Bunuru (y 5-6) flourished during their Island ‘Paint by Numbers’ canvas work. Their project took four consecutive lunchtimes to complete and some stayed for the four lunchtimes whilst others tag teamed and let their classmate paint their canvas. Cooperation and Collaboration values were on display! If your child asks to go to Kmart art and craft section you can blame me! They are asking because they have flourished during the art workshop and want to do more. Art can be done anywhere, doesn’t involve a screen and is so calming and creative at the same time. For some it can become a lifelong hobby, a happy place, a place for self-care and processing one’s thoughts for the day. Have I hooked you yet?