Salmon Gums Primary

It was with great pride that we raised the Aboriginal flag for the first time in SGPS history. It is great to show our respect towards all people of Australia. Thomas and Emily were the students that participated and raised the flag for the first time. Thank you so much to the P&C for paying for our flagpoles. A massive thank you to all those that helped putting the flagpoles in, your support is greatly appreciated.

On ANZAC day we had students representing our school at Grass Patch, for the dawn service and at Esperance later in the day. I would like to thank our student leaders, Mitchell and Sophie for their excellent and respectful participation. Some of the restrictions that were in place in Perth had an impact on us here in Salmon Gums. Therefore, 2 students were unable to attend. Thank you to Thomas and Emily for stepping in at the last minute. All students represented SGPS in a thoughtful, caring and respectful manner. Thank you and well done.

On Thursday the 13th of May the student leaders would like to invite the community to come to school from 1-3pm. On the 17th May it is Royal Flying Doctors Day and we would like to celebrate this a few days early. The leaders would like to fundraise as it is an important service for our community. We hope you can join us for a sausage sizzle and paper plane competition. (See below)

We would like adults to join us for lunch and take part in the competition too. We know it is seeding for many people, but even if you can spare an hour. We need to do the day before the 17th of May, so that any money we raise will be doubled.

Warm Fuzzies made by all PP-Y6 students on Fridays with Mrs Norwood. I do like the work the students did on being grateful, they really showed that they are appreciative for what they have and what they can do. A big well done to all K-6 students on Tuesday’s for what they are doing in drumming and Zumba sessions; great participation guys. 

Thomas and Emily for stepping up and participating in the ANZAC services AND for performing the historical event of raising the Aboriginal flag for the first time at SGPS. I love what you two students have done for the school this term.

We have some great things coming up over the term, including the RaW festival (Reading and Writing) and camp for the Year 5 and 6 students. I wish I was going to both! We also have NAPLAN next week and I have every faith that our students will do their personal best.

Thank you,

Sasha

P&C Contacts:

Anna Allan - President

Erin Starcevich - Secretary

Tanya Guest - Treasurer

Student banking continues to be well supported by the students at Salmon Gums. 

Anna Allan is the coordinator for this.

Bank books to be put into the grey bag prior to school each Thursday. 

Did you know nearly 30 people in Western Australia rely on the Flying Doctor every single day?

Covering the largest and most remote health jurisdiction in the world, anyone who lives, works and travels in regional Western Australia can rest easy knowing the Flying Doctor brings the finest care to those in need 24/7.

On Monday 17 May we will celebrate Flying Doctor Day – the 93rd anniversary of our very first flight in 1928. Please help us continue to do what we have done for 93 years and make a donation this Flying Doctor Day.   

Thanks to our generous Matched Giving Partners, donations made on or before 17 May will be DOUBLED up to $250,000.

We are here for you whenever and wherever you need us, please be there for us this Flying Doctor Day. Your donation saves lives.

Join us:

When: Thursday 13th May

Time: 1-3pm

Sausage sizzle: $2 per sausage or $3 for 2

Drinks: $2

Competition entry: $2

As you are aware we are continuously striving to improve our attendance and we are hoping to reach our target of over 93% attendance across the school this term. If a student’s attendance is over 90% they are considered to be regularly attending school and this will support them to reach their full potential.

There are 4 levels of attendance: Regular (blue), Indicated (yellow), Moderate (orange) and Severe (red). We report student attendance each Semester on their reports. We, of course, understand that there will be times the child needs to take time off, in particular if they are unwell. We really appreciate it when we get 100% attendance, this term nearly everyone has been here 100%, well done! A few students have been unwell and wisely stayed at home, thank you for not sharing your germs. Term 2 so far is above our target, which is fantastic, thank you everyone. We appreciate your continued support.

It is that time again when winter will come calling and flu season will arrive. Information about the vaccinations for 2021:

Influenza immunisation program (health.wa.gov.au)

Advice on 2021 flu vaccinations and the Covid-19 one (and the time we need to leave in between having both) can be found here:

Early advice on 2021 influenza vaccination | Australian Government Department of Health

How exciting, this year the story will be read from space! SGPS will listen in at 9am.

This year NSS takes place on Wednesday 19 May 2021 at 11:00am (AEST) and we would love it if you could join us by sharing Give me some space! written and illustrated by Philip Bunting. 2021NSS is a little different from previous years as we will all be joining in as Give me some space! is read from space.

For students at least 14 years old and adults who want to learn lifesaving skills and CPR, Bay of Isles Leisure Centre will be holding a Bronze Medallion course Monday 10th May to Thursday 13th May between 5pm - 8pm at $180.

To maintain your current qualification, complete your requal on Thursday 13th May between 5pm – 8pm at $85.

 Please express your interest to Michelle in Swim School on 9083 1703 or email swimschool@esperance.wa.gov.au