Hallett Cove East Primary School

We would like to acknowledge and pay our respects to the Kaurna people, the traditional custodians whose ancestral lands we gather on. We acknowledge the deep feelings of attachment and relationship of the Kaurna people to country and we respect and value their past, present and ongoing connection to the land and cultural beliefs. 

• Friday 4th July - End of Term Early Dismissal 2:05pm
• Monday 1st September - Student Free Day
• Friday 7th November - Student Free Day
• Friday 5th December - School Closure

Dear Families

Next week we start our parent – teacher – student learning discussions. This is an important time where learning progress and achievement is shared and plans are made to close learning gaps or extend the learning during the second semester.

You may see or hear some of the following characteristics that define an effective learner at the upcoming learning discussions. Together with your child and their class teacher, focus may be directed on being an effective learner for further development and growth.

Effective Learners Set Clear Goals

Specific, achievable goals help target the learning, which provides direction and engagement. Whether it's mastering a new skill or understanding a complex concept, having clear goals helps students focus their efforts.

Effective Learners Embrace Curiosity

Curiosity drives learning. Effective learners are inquisitive, asking questions and seek to understand the "why" and "how" behind the learning. Curiosity leads to deeper engagement and a more profound grasp of learning.

Effective Learners Practice Metacognition & Self-Regulation

As mentioned in our previous newsletter, Effective learners think deeply about their learning. They plan, monitor, and evaluate learning processes, allowing them to adjust strategies and improve outcomes. Self-regulation involves managing emotions, thoughts, and behaviours for learning. Effective learners stay organised, manage their time well, and remain focused on their tasks. They are resilient, persisting through challenges and setbacks.

Effective Learners Seek Feedback

Feedback is a valuable tool for growth. Effective learners actively seek feedback from teachers and peers to understand their strengths and areas for improvement. They view feedback as an opportunity to enhance their learning.

Effective Learners Collaborate with Others

Learning is often a social activity. Effective learners collaborate with classmates, sharing ideas and learning from diverse perspectives. This collaboration fosters communication skills and enriches the learning experience.

Effective Learners Self-Reflect on their Learning

Reflection is a powerful practice. Effective learners regularly reflect on what they have learned and how they have learned it. This reflection helps consolidate knowledge and informs future learning strategies.

Supporting Effective Learning at Home

You can support your child's development as an effective learner by encouraging these habits at home. Engage in discussions about their goals, encourage curiosity, and provide opportunities for reflection. Celebrate their successes and guide them through challenges with patience and understanding.

Staff Welcome

We extend a warm welcome to Donna Irvine who will be teaching our new reception class in 7 West from term 3, along with Lucy Cameron.  Donna brings with her extensive experience as an early childhood educator and a strengths in children's wellbeing. We are delighted that Donna and Lucy will be teaching our newest students and we can't wait to see our newest reception class doing great things at school!

Baby News

We are delighted to share the exciting news that our wellbeing leader, Ellie Burford and her partner have welcomed baby Lenny into the world. Congratulations from the whole school community!

With regards

Matthew Chapman

Principal

Dear families,

In the dynamic realm of early childhood education, Kathleen (DfE Literacy Coach) and I are collaborating closely with early years teachers to leverage data in enhancing literacy outcomes. Our approach is centred on analysing student data to identify patterns and trends in literacy development. This enables us to work alongside teachers, tailoring teaching methods to meet the unique needs of each student. The result is a noticeable increase in student engagement and enthusiasm for literacy activities, as they feel more supported and understood. By integrating data into daily routines, we are not only improving literacy skills but also fostering a genuine love for reading and writing among young learners.

A significant aspect of our collaboration is the identification of students who may benefit from additional support. Through careful data analysis, we can quickly identify those who require intervention, allowing for timely and targeted assistance. This proactive approach ensures that interventions are effective and that students receive the help they need to succeed. Working together, Kathleen and I empower teachers with the tools and knowledge to make informed decisions, creating a responsive learning environment where students thrive. As literacy rates improve, we are laying a strong foundation for lifelong learning, setting students on a path to success.

Hallett Cove East Primary School (HCEPS) has recently been recognised for its outstanding literacy intervention program, setting a benchmark for educational excellence. Our innovative approach has not only improved literacy outcomes for our students but has also attracted attention from other schools eager to replicate our success. Next week, we are proud to host visiting staff from another school, where SSO Janelle will lead a training session to share our strategies and insights. This initiative highlights HCEPS's role as a leader in literacy education, demonstrating our commitment to fostering a collaborative educational community and inspiring others to achieve similar success.

Kind regards,

Robyn Physick

Deputy Principal

To support the diverse needs of students in becoming effective learners, the teachers at HCEPS have been revisiting and reflecting on the Iceberg Model of Behaviour. This theory explains how the behaviours we see a person display is usually connected to many reasons. Sometimes, it is not so clear what those reasons are, and it can take a bit of time to figure that out. Whether your child is neurodivergent or neurotypical, understanding the underlining causes of their behaviour can be hugely beneficial for them and yourself.

The following short video from Ambitious about Autism provides further explanation to this model.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OHc1CdjCUg0

Kind regards,

Renee Fisher

Effective Learners at Hallett Cove East PS:

This term light-house leaders have worked with Mr Chapman to collect data from Years R-6 about their knowledge on effective learners. This is the data we collected: We found out that 70% of students are either on the right track or have a strong understanding of being an Effective Learner at Hallett Cove East Primary School. Students told us that they learn best when working with a partner or by themselves. They also like small group work, because they can build on others' ideas. Children have said that the following things help them come to school: They love to learn new things and have challenges in learning. They love to have a safe environment to work in, they love coming to school to see their friends and lastly, they love to discover new things in Japanese and art. Of course, they love recess and lunch!

What some students said about being an effective learner:

“Being a good friend and helping others, trying my best in subjects and being engaged in my learning.” (Year 4)

“An effective learner is someone who is curious, listens, explores and takes on challenges.”(Year 5)

“Someone who is on task, someone who is paying attention and trying their best.” (Year 6)

An effective learner is someone who engages into class conversations and is confident and motivated in class and being a helpful learner who helps others with their work and strives for the best they can accomplish. (Year 6)

“Make good choices, Be kind to others, Do their work well.” (Reception)

SAPSASA Sport

There have been a few students across the school that have got into district SAPSASA teams lately.

• Mason and Kyson got into the district football team.
• Matilda got into the district netball team.

They played three days of non-stop sports and really enjoyed their experience!

School Sports

On Thursday of week 7, 12 students went to play School Netball in a knockout competition. The students were Isla, Madie, Matilda, Macy, Annie, Elsie, Hannah, Scarlett G, and Scarlett W, Izzy, Everly and Jasmine. The team won against Seaford Rise Primary School by 10 points, they lost against Woodcroft Primary School by 1 point and lost against Emmaus Christian College by 12 points. They did an amazing job and came 2nd on the day.

What else is on this term?

This term we have another knockout school sport, soccer! We have the girls’ team and the boys’ team. This is happening on Wednesday and Thursday of week 9 and they will be facing other schools in knockout soccer. Games will be played at Hallett Cove East Primary School

We have a Japanese quiz day coming up this term for the year 5’s and 6’s. They will get to go to Sheidow Park Primary School and compete in a Japanese quiz. We hope they have a lot of fun.

Our year 3’s and 4’s had an exciting excursion on Tuesday week 8, they went to the Maritime Museum in Port Adelaide.

Fundraisers

On Friday of week 7 we had a pyjama day! Students had to bring a gold coin donation if they wore pyjamas. There were lots of cool pyjamas that people wore. From everyone bringing a gold coin donation and wearing pyjamas, they raised $350 in total!

The Charity Champions had a fundraiser for Hutt street centre that gives food to the people less fortunate. Children all around the school have been bringing in cans of food and non-perishable items for us to donate. Later this term we will hear from the Hutt Street Centre about their work and the importance of our fundraising efforts.

Music

During week 8 we had a Music performance with older students playing instruments and younger students singing. Some songs like “Toffe apple,” “Coconut banana”, “Tabanana”, “Music is for everyone” and others were included. Keep an eye out on Class Dojo for your class item. Thank you to Mrs Stanfield for making this happen and for bringing such an exciting performance opportunity through music to our school.

MATERIALS AND SERVICES CHARGES/INCURSION EXCURSION LEVY/SCHOOL CARD

Materials and services Charges together with the 2025 incursion/excursion levy invoices of $60 should now be cleared, if you have overlooked settling your account we urge you to pay as soon as possible to avoid debt collection.

We provide our community with several payment options, cash, cheque, EFTPOS, a 24/7 BPOINT payment option via our school website, alternatively charges can be paid via the Qkr App which is our preferred form of payment. 

The 2025 school card applications should be submitted online, please  click this link for step by step instructions to lodge your application online

If you do not qualify for School Card in 2025 but are experiencing financial difficulty with settling your account please contact the school  finance officer to arrange a payment plan. 

Kind Regards

Imelda Jolly

Business Manager

Volunteers are important to our school community. Our canteen relies on help from volunteers to deliver a meal service to our pupils.

To enable us to provide a varied recess and lunch menu offer to our pupils we really do need your help.   

If you have a spare hour or more we would welcome your support.

Not registered with the school as a volunteer?  Volunteer application packs are available from the front office containing all the information you need to submit your registration as a volunteer...... WE NEED YOU

• Open Mondays only until further notice.

Open every Monday & Wednesday 8:30-9am and 2.45-3:15pm in House 1 - (music) closest to the drop off/pick up zone. Entrance faces Forresters Rd.  

The shop is stocked with a variety of second hand uniform items. The money raised is given back to the school and utilised in fundraising projects.

Remember that if you have any unused uniform items in good clean condition, we'd love to receive them.  They can be left at the office anytime. Thank you.

Qkr App (pronounced quicker) is Hallett Cove East Primary School and Out of School Hours/Vacation Care preferred form of payment. 

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