Welcome to this edition – Week 3 already and we are well and truly ‘neck deep’ in the term. Our teachers are working tirelessly to provide students with a variety of learning opportunities and engagement activities. I am continually amazed by the great things happening in our classrooms and the ‘can do’ attitude by our students. All these things point to one thing and that is “great learning” and this can only happen when students are willing to engage with what’s being taught and how our great teachers deliver it. Our school really is a great place to be part of
New approach to reading - Last week our PREPPIES began the new process within their reading of sequenced lessons to improve their levels. Our teachers and aides have been trained in this very precise and supported system in term 1 to ensure all students get a structured approach to learning ‘ how to’ read. We will be rolling this system out with the Year 1 and 2 students throughout the rest of term 2 and the process will become the ‘backbone’ of our reading system from the start of semester 2
Upcoming NAPLAN – Next week our students from Year 3 and 5 will participate in the annual NAPLAN testing regime. Let me assure all parents that all steps have been taken to ensure all students taking the test are familiar with the format, timelines and rules. We will be supplying lunch and drinks for all Year 3 and 5 students and have taken a relaxed approach to the tests to ensure stress levels are minimised. We have done all we can to get ready…now it’s up to the most important people to see it through………..our great students …….. …..and remember the tests help us look at what we are doing as a school to help you learn….. Good luck kids
Parental Involvement - From the moment you enrol your child at Weir State School you are encouraged to develop a strong partnership with us. Research sends out a very clear message about the importance of partnerships in education. When parents express confidence in the school and teachers, and are involved in some way, their children are more likely to be happier and perform better academically.
At Weir State School we actively seek parent participation in the ‘life’ of the school. As a parent you can contribute and help your school in many different ways. We acknowledge that many parents have a host of other commitments and will find it difficult to help at school during the day. If this is the case, then don’t worry as there are many other ways that you can actively contribute. Here are some ideas to help your school, teacher and child before, during and after school!
* Help in the library * Help in the canteen
* Repair library books * Work as a classroom aide under teacher direction
* Help keep the school garden tidy * Tidy up store cupboards
* Gather community resource information * Listen to children read
* Help with supervision on excursions *Make classroom resources under teacher direction
* Repair broken school resources * Join the fundraising committee
* Assist with the swimming program * Offer a skill you have. eg. pottery
* Attend working bees * Attending and supporting school functions
Now that you have dropped your child off at school…..follow them inside and join the fun……
THIS WEEKS PROVERB – “ Hope is not a strategy ”
Thanks for reading and GO THE COWBOYS
Mr B - Principal
