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TERM 1 WEEK 4 - 13 FEBRUARY 2023

Principal Update

Positive Behaviour for Learning

Our school is a positive behaviour for learning school. This means that we teach the desired behaviour and reinforce this regularly. For example rather than teaching ‘do not run on the concrete’ we teach ‘walk on the concrete’. Our teaching of behaviour expectations at school focuses on being safe, respectful learners. In all situations we will ask students to reflect on whether an action is safe, respectful and if they are being a good learner. These values underpin our rewards system. Students will regularly receive a PBL token which goes into a raffle both at a class level and whole school level. Students also receive merit awards. These merit awards can be given for safety, respect, learning and attendance. When your child receives an award their name will also be published in the newsletter. For every 3 merit awards received students achieve bronze, silver, gold and platinum awards.

Inclusive, Engaging and Respectful Schools - Restrictive Practices Policy

The Restrictive Practices Policy is part of the Inclusive, Engaging and Respectful schools policy package and builds on schools work in improving student behaviour and inclusive education for students with disability to meet the learning needs of all students.  

From Term 1 2023, schools will begin the staged implementation of the new Restrictive Practices Policy, procedures and framework. The policy brings consistent practice and clear guidance across NSW public schools on the use of restrictive practices.

If your child needs a restrictive practice to keep them healthy and safe at school, school staff will work together with you and your child to understand their needs and plan how the school will meet those needs.

Learn more about the policy by visiting the department website and please do not hesitate to contact me if you would like to discuss this further.

Attendance

Regular school attendance is important for all students and it has been pleasing to see such a positive start with student attendance this year. If your child is absent from school you will receive an SMS notification in the morning. You can simply reply to this SMS to explain your child’s absence. All absences must be explained within 7 days of the absence or they will be recorded as unjustified. If you are unable to respond to the SMS you can also send a note to the teacher or phone the school office to explain an absence. We are committed to working with you to support your child’s attendance at school. Regular attendance supports students academically and socially. If you would like to discuss your child’s attendance please let me know.

Uniform

All students are looking fantastic in their school uniform. Thank you to all families for supporting us in ensuring students are wearing their uniform each day. It is greatly appreciated. The uniform shop is open each Wednesday morning from 8.30 - 10.00 am.  If you require uniforms at other times during the week you can order and pay for uniforms on our ‘Uniform Shop Order Form’ which is found on our website or at the front office.  Uniform orders must be into our front office by 10.00 am to receive them the same day.

NAPLAN 2023

This year the NAPLAN assessments will take place in Term 1. Students in Year 3 and 5 complete assessments in literacy and numeracy. Testing will be conducted during Week 8. Further information will be provided closer to the date. If you have any questions in the meantime you can contact your child’s teacher.

P&C Meeting

A reminder that the next P&C Meeting will be held next Tuesday 21 February in the Kitchen Garden at 3:10 pm. Afternoon tea will be provided and children are welcome. It would be great to see some new faces - all welcome.

 

Deputy Principal

It is with enthusiasm and energy that I start my work as Deputy Principal at Moruya Public School.  After many years working at Moruya High School, it is such a privilege to be working in the local school community again.  As some of our school community is aware, I have lived in the Eurobodalla for over fifteen years, raising a family (now three young men) and have worked in a variety of educational settings. 

 Since commencing at Moruya Public School a few weeks ago, I’ve slowly started to get to know our school community and am very impressed with the students here at Moruya. I’ve witnessed respect and gratitude being demonstrated at Breakfast Club, I’ve seen determination and sportsmanship at the swimming carnival, I’ve seen inclusivity and co-operation in the playground and I’ve seen passion for learning in our classrooms. What has struck me most as I settle into my new role is the strong sense of belonging our school community has. 

 Over the next few weeks, my focus will be on getting our Student Representative Council (SRC) up and running.  Each class will elect two representatives to be part of the SRC and we will meet regularly to ensure student perspectives and aspirations are part of the decision making here at Moruya Public.   I am looking forward to working with our SRC as they play their role in shaping our school moving forward.

 I want to thank the school community for the warm welcome that has been extended to me.  I remain very grateful for the opportunity to make a difference to the lives of your children. 

OUR CLASS SUPERSTARS

2023 SCHOOL LEADERS

Welcome back to the library!


A reminder for students in Kindergarten to Year 2 that you will need a library bag for borrowing books.

If you still have a book borrowed from last year a notice will go home. Students you will then be restricted to borrowing only one book until the outstanding library books are returned or paid for. Please don’t be scared to return overdue books as students will always be greeted with a smile as I am grateful to have them returned.

Exciting things are happening in the library. Some dates for your calendar. More information about these activities will provided closer to the date.

                                                               CLASS BORROWING DAYS:

                                  Monday:                  2/6H                 gwiyaalas               Lyrebirds

                                  Tuesday :                Wallabies          4M                          5/6M

                                 Wednesday:           Bilbies               Seals                       4/5PW

                                 Thursday:               3B                      Possums                Pelicans             barra

                                 Friday:                     Penguins          dulumas                 5T                       6A


Happy Reading!     

Mrs Canham

SPORTS UPDATE: ANNUAL SWIMMING CARNIVAL

KITCHEN GARDEN 5/6M

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO

THANK YOU!

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