Newsletter - Ingle Farm East Primary School

NEWSLETTER
Ingle Farm East
Primary School
17th March 2016
Our third focus area in the Site Improvement Plan is Student Engagement and Wellbeing.
I would like to summarise just a few of the ways that we support this site priority at our school.
The teachers at Ingle Farm East work hard at to develop a safe, supportive, challenging
learning environment where students are involved in all levels of the learning process.
Outside of the classroom environment, our students are involved at our school in many ways
ranging from older students supporting younger students as part of a buddy reading program to
them facilitating yard play programs during recess and lunchtimes.
Our student voice at a whole school level is evolving. Mr Spear has been working with students
to develop an authentic student voice at our school. All classes have class meetings which
discuss issues and feed ideas into the student voice which meet once a week.
For the last two years our Early Years classes have been involved in the Wellbeing classroom. It
involves students` and teachers participating in a program that uses Kimochis to teach children
about feelings and developing resilience and social skills. The program is coordinated at our
school by the School Ministry group and is also supported by Uni SA.
This week we have been placing an increased focus on Anti bullying as a whole school. We
would love to be a Bully Free school. We continually reinforce the message about anti-bullying
and everyone`s right to feel safe all of the time .
On Friday our school will participate in the National day of Action against Bullying and
Violence. The day will begin with a live broad cast from MIX 102.3 from our school. We were
successful in winning a competition as part of Jodie & Soda`s—Go back to school and say no
to bullying initiative. This will involve a free breakfast and activities run by Anytime fitness
from 7:00. Students will be also involved in collaborative activities with buddies as a way to
acknowledge this day.
Our Stephanie Alexander Kitchen program continues to thrive. The program offers our students
the opportunity to engage in real life learning activities.
We offer a play group session each Friday morning for 0-4 year olds. We are developing closer
links with our feeder kindergartens. Next week I am visiting Valley View Kindergarten to meet a
group of parents.
This year we are offering our students the opportunity to be part of a new initiative called the
Children`s University. Watch this space for more information.
We also run a breakfast club during the week. The breakfast club provides a great start to the
day for some of our students. It is managed by Mr Spear, Emma and some helpers. The food is
provided by ‘Kickstart for Kids’.
As a school we are also committed to developing positive community partnerships. Thank you
to the parents who attended the AGM on Tuesday night. The turn out was pleasing and the
size of our Governing Council has doubled from last year.
We appreciate the support that we get from our school community in terms of volunteers.
Each term we get a great response from parents to our volunteers` training.
In two weeks` time we will hold our annual sports day. Whole school events such as sports day
are always a great way to get everyone involved in the school.
Finally parents/ guardians will soon have an opportunity to engage in parent/ teacher
interviews. Notes were administered this week. Please complete the return slip asap.
Regards
Mike Sims
Inside this issue
From the Principal ............. …...…1
Clipsal……………………... ……....2
National Day against Bullying….2
Clean Up Australia Day ………...3
Community News/Sports Day….4
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DIARY DATES
Friday 18th March
National day of action against bullying
& violence
6:00am - 9:00 am– Mix 102.3 broad
casting from activity hall
Thursday 24th March
Easter Raffle Drawn
Friday 25th March
Good Friday—school closed
Monday 28th March
Easter Monday—school closed
Friday 1st April
Sports Day
We’re on the Web!
www.ingleastps.sa.edu.au
AND ON FACEBOOK
Ingle Farm East Primary School
18 Halidon Street,
Ingle Farm, SA 5098
Phone: 8264 5166
Fax: 8396 1862
OSHC Ph: 8264 0665
Principal: Mike Sims
Senior Leader: Eddy Spear
Email:[email protected]
CLIPSAL
Clipsal 500
It was the 3rd of March I arrived at school early. I could already hear the bus
surrounding the school. It was extremely loud … well for me! I sat next to my bff. I just
couldn’t wait, the fascinating moments will be here soon!
After the ride…
We were finally there. My legs started shaking in excitement.
Luckily I was put in a group with my other friends. Raiha – Hayley –Bella - Vanessa
and Jennifer. We got our tickets from Mr Spear, he was our leader. We entered and
started walking around looking at artistic environments. I was amazed by the stylish
racing cars they were so fast.
Recess
Actually we had recess a bit early. Everyone was so hungry including me. I had
chocolate milk and cookies for recess. Honestly I was having so much fun. It was the
best day ever.
After recess
We started walking and then we went in a hut, not a normal one there were items to
buy. I brought a bag, I had to because my old bag ripped. We walked more, spotting
elegant vehicles. There were old, new, latest and all sorts of vehicles. I was absolutely
impressed. Now was the time for the BMX bike tricks. We sat on chairs and the bikes
started the tricks. My eyes widened when I saw the tricks they were awesome. The
people on the bikes twirled and even let go of the handle. Now was the time for the
concert we walked and walked to get to the concert. When we arrived I went to get
some food I brought that and that, just kidding I brought chips and coke. After lunch we
looked around more than we played mini golf. It was time to leave. We met others at
the front of the exit. In the bus everyone just chatted and giggled about today. Honestly
it was a very amusing and tiring day.
By Radhika Pod 3
Clipsal 500 Adelaide
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CLIPSAL 500
We got on the bus and I was happy we were going to Clipsal
500. When we got there we went to our groups. My group was
my Mum, Rohan, Jordan, Jake, Mouloud & I.
We first went to check out the cars they were lightning fast and
you could hear the engines far away. After that we got to see
the control room. They had cameras everywhere. After that we
went to see the concert and it was good. My mum gave me $8
to buy a cone of chips. Also we saw the army vehicles. After all
of that we had to go catch the bus.
When we got to school, mum signed a note saying Rohan and I
were going home a little early. Rohan and I played games and
watched YouTube. It was the best day of my life.
ISAAC POD 3
On the 3 of March we went on a bus to the Clipsal 500.
The bus was very slow. When we got there we went into
our groups. I was with Mr.G, Brian, Tyler, Ryan, Emily &
Tahlia.
After we got in our groups we went into the Clipsal. We
saw the speedy fast racing cars and then walked around
the huge place. Then we went to get food, I got a bucket of
fairy floss which was delicious.
After that we went to the Army exhibition and saw the big
tanks and heavy guns they carry around in the war. There
was also a humongous helicopter and while I was in a tank
the Army jets flew past & kept flying around.
After all that walking around we left and we went back on
the bus to school and my favourite parts were seeing the
helicopter, jumping on a jumping castle and also seeing
CRAIG LOWNDES.
By Xander Pod 3
NATIONAL DAY OF ACTION AGAINST BULLYING & VIOLENCE
Friday 18th March - National Day of Action Against Bullying & Violence
6:00 - 9:00 – Mix 102.3 broad casting from activity hall as part of
Jodie & Soda`s Go Back to school and say NO to bullying campaign
7:00 - 8:45 Free breakfast and activities on asphalt run by Anytime Fitness
9:00 - 9:30 Assembly presented by The Own It Project
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ROOM 3 CLEAN UP AUSTRALIA DAY
We don’t want our world to look like
this!
On Thursday 3/3/2016 Room 3 children helped clean up the yard at Ingle Farm East Primary
School. Mr Cheshire had mulched all the fallen tree branches and so we helped by spreading
the mulch in and around the trees in the yard.
We used small flower pots to scoop the mulch up into buckets and then Ryan used a rake to
spread the mulch around the trees.
When we got tired, Di shovelled the mulch into our buckets for us.
Ingle Farm East Primary School, has
recently registered with Skoolbag. This
will now enable us to communicate with
parents/caregivers directly with iPhone,
iPad, Android, and Windows Phones
devices. Download this App to be kept
up to date with everything that is
happening at IFEPS. It features Events,
News, School Enews, Newletters, Documents, and push notification alerts direct
from the school.
Reading Corner
BE PATIENT
Give your child time to work out words.
-5 seconds or more is reasonable
-after 10 seconds ENCOURAGE your child to use
the following strategies when they come across an
unknown word:
“What do you think the word is?”
 “Read the sentence again and see if you can work it
out.”
 “Have a go.”
 “Look at the picture.”
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SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY NEWS
GOLD
STAR
CHILD
SPORTS DAY PROGRAM
1st April 2016
SPORTS DAYS
CAPTAINS
2016
LIGHTENING (RED)
Captains:
Dipesh
Mariel
Vice Captains: Xander
Amber
Yr 7
Yr 7
Yr 7
Yr 7
Rockets (BLUE)
Captains:
Ryan
Jasmine
Vice Captains: Jake
Crystal
Yr 7
Yr7
Yr 7
Yr 7
Comets (Yellow)
Captains:
Luke
Tami
Vice Captains: Blake
Anna
Yr 7
Yr 7
Yr 7
Yr 7
9:20 am ............................................. Welcome to Sports Day
9:30am ............................................... Health Hustle
9:40am ............................................... 1st Tabloid
10:00am ............................................. 2nd Tabloid
10:20am .............................................. 3rd Tabloid
10:40am .............................................. 4th Tabloid
11:00am to 11:20am .......................... Recess
11:20am ............................................. 5th Tabloid
11:40am ............................................. 6th Tabloid
12:00pm ............................................. 7th Tabloid
12:20pm .............................................. 8th Tabloid
12:40pm to 1:20pm ............................ Lunch
The awards this
fortnight go to
the following
students
Week 5
Kalen Rm 12
Rayan Rm 1
Students assemble in teams
1:20pm to 2:20pm ............................ Running Races
Rec ……………………………………....Girls/Boys
Year 1 .................................................. Girls/Boys
Year 2 .................................................. Girls/Boys
Year 3 .................................................. Girls/Boys
Year 4 .................................................. Girls/Boys
Year 5 .................................................. Girls/Boys
Year 6 .................................................. Girls/Boys
Year 7 .................................................. Girls/Boys
2:20pm ................................................ Whole school clean up
2:30pm ................................................ Reception to Year 7 Relay
…………………………………………….Whole School Games
2:50pm ................................................ Concluding ceremony
“Be the best
VERSION
of you”
Attendance
Term 1
Week 1
Term 1
Week 2
Term 1
Week 3
Term 1
Week 4
Term 1
Week 5
Term 1
Week 6
Pod 1
96.2%
93.8%
96.9%
85.4%
96.2%
92.3%
Pod 2a
97.3%
97.3%
96.4%
99.1%
95.5%
95.7%
Pod 2b
95.5%
94.5
90.0%
91.8%
92.7%
95.5%
Pod 3
95.8%
95.8%
93.3%
95.0%
95.8%
97.9%
Room 1
95.8%
95.8%
93.7%
92.6%
88.4%
96.1%
Room 3
97.9%
95.8%
97.9%
100.%
91.6%
94.7%
Room 6
97.3%
92.7%
97.3%
90.0%
93.0%
97.8%
Room 12
96.4%
100.%
90.9%
89.1%
98.2%
90.9%
Result
95.4%
94.6%
93.5%
92.1%
93.7%
95.6%
Target
95.0%
95.0%
95.0%
95.0%
95.0%
95.0%
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OVERDUE MATERIAL & SERVICES CHARGES
Thankyou to the Parents that have already paid or organized payment
of material and service charges.
Material and services fees for 2016 are now overdue and must be paid as
soon as possible. If you believe you are entitled to school card and do not
have a form please collect one from the Finance Office. Please speak to
me if you need clarification on criteria for entitlement of school card
benefits or to arrange payment. Failure to pay material and services fee
before the end of term may result with the account being sent to the Debt
Collector.
Alicja Cheshire (Finance Manager)
The 2016—2017
Entertainment Book
Entertainment Books are available at $65.00 each.
$13.00 from the sale of every book goes to our school.
Books can be pre ordered now for delivery at the
end of April 2016
To place order see Alicja in the Finance Office
Thankyou
to the Parents/Caregivers that have contributed to the
EASTER RAFFLE.
Raffle tickets are on sale from front office
50c each or 3 for $1.
Please keep donations of Easter goodies coming until
Tuesday 22nd March afternoon
Raffle Drawn on 24th March
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