In P.E. for weeks 6-9 we will have Ruby joining us from Athletics Australia. The focus of these sessions will be on developing the fundamental skills that are transferable across all sports.
Dear families & friends,
We are well into term 1 now and back in the groove of learning. Classes have started our Inquiry unit ‘May the “FORCE” be with you’ and are all enjoying experimenting in this physical science focus unit about forces. Students are exploring ideas about forces through teacher and student designed experiments and critical thinking skills. We are working towards a ‘science fair’ style Learning expo this term and hoping that there are enough changes to restrictions that we may be able to invite families in. As always, we do have a ‘plan B’ for sharing student learning via an online forum as required.
COVID Update - We are still heavily guided by SAHealth and Department for Education directions and guidelines which are regularly being reviewed. We have, so far, been able to manage well within these requirements and have not been affected as significantly as some schools have been. I believe this is due to everyone taking responsibility and ensuring we each follow the guidelines as best we can. We thank everyone for being supportive of these and vigilant with student illnesses, even minor.
Skoolbag update - Thank you to everyone who has completed the process for Skoolbag. We have only a handful of family members now who are not connected. All school wide information will be delivered via Skoolbag now, with classroom based information to continue to be shared via SeeSaw. Absences can be reported to us via Skoolbag now as well by clicking on ‘Absences’ and completing the online form. Notices, updates and newsletters will all be sent via Skoolbag, so please make sure your notifications are on for the app to ensure you receive all information quickly.
Vacation Care update – As was mentioned at the end of last year, based on our Needs analysis survey, Governing Council has approved to investigate and start the process of starting a Vacation Care service. Hannah, Gillian and I are working through this process and hope to see a program approved this year.
A.G.M. – The AGM has been set for Wednesday 6th April at 6pm. We are at this stage arranging it for people to come in and join us, however number will be restricted due to space so please email the school on dl.1228.info@schools.sa.edu.au if you plan on attending. Masks will need to be work while in attendance.
Governing Council Positions - Governing council is a great way to get involved and hear more about what is happening ‘behind the scenes’ at school. This year we have four vacancies on Governing Council so if you are interested in nominating for a position please complete the nomination paperwork and return with your 200 word statement directly to me by April 4th 2022 on skye.vanheusden292@schools.sa.edu.au .
Photo Day - photo day has been set for April 12th 2022. Information will be sent home shortly about how to order photos for your child.
PUPIL FREE DAYS & CLOSURE DAY 2022 - All Pupil Free Days and Closure Days have now been set and approved for 2022 by Governing Council as follows:
- Tuesday June 14th - Staff training New Pedagogies for Deep Learning
- Friday 9th September - School Closure (Royal Adelaide Show)
- Monday 12th September - Staff Professional Development and Planning day
- Friday 25th November - 2022 review/2023 Planning
- Monday 28th November - Staff training - Berry St Education Model (BSEM) - whole staff Master Class Day with BSEM Facilitator
Cheers Skye 😊
