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Endeavour Schools
NEWSLETTER
Issue 1
www.endeavourschools.wa.edu.au
5th February 2015
From The Principals
Primary School
Education Support Centre
Hello Parents, Caregivers and Community Members,
Hi everyone,
We hope you all had a happy and safe holiday and we‟d like to
welcome you all back to a very exciting 2015. I‟d like to send a BIG
“Welcome to Endeavour Schools” to all our new students and their
families for this year. Ella Atkinson, Luke Fraser, Aiden Hart, Parker
Moxham, Eddie Hill and Isaac Wieland are in EC6 this year and we
have Jackson Hicks in Room 6 and Charly McKeeman in Room 9.
2015 is set to be a year of change with the biggest change being the We hope you have all had a great start to the year so far!
“Student Centred Funding Model” being introduced. Another major
change is that our schools (Primary and Education Support Centre) Once again this year we‟ve got all the regular events planned
are now Independent Public Schools which means we have a
throughout the year starting this term with the ESC Beach Carnival,
greater say in the way we operate, selection of staff and several
FAF Fair, Incentival and Endeavour Dollars return at the end of the
other operational processes.
term. 2015 is also ESC Camp year and we‟ll keep you in touch with
We have implemented a School Board and this Board will be closely all the arrangements as they are organised.
monitoring the operation of the school. The Board is in its „infancy‟
but will take a greater leadership role in the school as the year
This term we are very pleased to welcome Alexandra Brockman to
progresses.
our schools. Mrs Brockman is going to be teaching specialist
subjects in EC6, Room 6 and Room 16 so please make sure you
You will see several changes to the way the schools look in the
get a chance to introduce yourself and say “Hello.” Miss Bell and
coming weeks with new entry signs; new stationery, new staff
Mrs Walters have taken up positions at other schools this year and
badges and a new look web page. Our logo has been updated as
while we are sad to see them go, we‟d all like to wish them every
well. This is part of our rebadging of the schools.
success in their new appointments.
On behalf of all staff I would like to give a huge “welcome back” to
the 2015 school year to all our students and their families. A special
welcome to our Kindy kids for their first year at school. To all our
new students and their families – welcome also and I‟m sure you will
enjoy the Endeavour experience and community.
New staff members for 2014 are and a big welcome to:
Miss Hannah Della Bosca – Room 5, Year 1
Mrs Rochelle Marshall – Room 24, Year 3
Mr Jason Tate – Room 10, Year 5
Mrs Lauren Milne – Room 11, Year 5/6
A full list of Endeavour Schools‟ staff is included for your
information.
Classes have all settled in very well this week – even with the hot,
steamy weather – and students (and staff) have already been
working hard. Well done for a fantastic start for the year everyone!
Please remember to keep an eye out for classroom information that
is sent home either in communication folders or on classroom notice
boards. If you ever need any information about what is happening
around the schools, please contact the front office on 9524 5000
during office hours or leave a message after hours and we‟ll get
back to you as soon as possible.
2015 reminders:
1. Hats must be worn while at school during all outside activities –
legionnaires, bucket (FAF hat) or a wide brimmed hat.
2. Students arriving earlier than 8:25am MUST report to and stay in Bye for now,
the Undercover Area – no student or their parents are to wait
Jayne Gorbould - ESC Principal
outside of classrooms before 8:25am. Parents – you can use the
Achiever Alcove as a waiting area.
3. Our schools‟ Dress Code is strictly adhered to at all times
Parking around the School
including what jewellery can be worn.
4. School Fees can be paid at any time – the schools have EFTPOS We ask all drivers to please show courtesy to
facilities.
our neighbours and not drive and/or park on their lawns
and driveways.
Attendance of all students is closely monitored and recorded. ALL
absences require a suitable explanation in writing and/or medical
certificate. Any extra – curricular activity, e.g. Incentivals, excursions
and inter-school sports, require attendance of 90% or greater before
participation is permitted.
Parking has been and will continue to be a problem/concern for our
schools – therefore; consideration, courtesy and lawful parking
practices must prevail at all times. If you have concerns or issues
you wish to discuss, please contact the school directly as we have
the correct information.
Looking forward to a great 2015 in which we will adapt to the
changes and provide the best for all students.
Alan Hansen - Principal
With the weather being so lovely at the moment, you
might choose to park a bit further away from the school
and enjoy a short stroll.
Please be aware that the two car parks at the front of
the school (Endeavour Drive) are for STAFF ONLY.
Several staff cars have been damaged and, in some
cases, not reported to the school.
We know it is convenient to park in these areas but
please be aware that they are STAFF ONLY PARKING.
COMPUTER & INTERNET AGREEMENT
Community Health Nurse
At the beginning of each year, all teachers ensure their
Welcome to the new school year. My name is Merilyn Dare
and I am the Community Health Nurse who visits Endeavour
Schools.
students understand the rules associated with appropriate
use of computers and the internet. Students in Years 1-6
Community Health Nurses work in schools to promote
healthy development and wellbeing so students may reach
their potential. A major part of my work is focused on early
intervention and the School Entry Health Assessment
program.
sign a computer usage agreement which is
basically
a
promise
to
use
computers
responsibly. These signed agreements are
kept in the classroom and any parent who
would like to obtain a copy should contact
Community Health Nurses serve as a health contact point
for children and their families to provide information,
assessments, health counselling and referrals.
The services are confidential and provided free.
their child’s teacher.
ADF Families
Hello. My name is Suzanne Waddell and I am the Defence
Schools Transition Aide (DSTA) at Endeavour Schools.
Welcome to all new and existing ADF families. I hope you are
settling in well.
I hope that the year will be a very busy and successful one. I
am looking forward to meeting families new to our area. If you
need assistance or just want to drop in
for a chat, I am available on Mondays
and Thursdays.
If you have a concern about your child‟s health or
development, please contact me on the number
below or through the schools‟ front office.
Regards,
Merilyn Dare
C/O- Kwinana Community Health
94192266
Suzanne Waddell
DSTA
The Endeavour Schools App
is available for download on
iPhones and Androids. All
you need to do is go to your
App Store and download it for
FREE.
If you wish messages to be delivered to students,
please ensure that you phone at least 1/2 hour
before the end of the school day to ensure you give
enough time for the office to deliver the message.
Search for Endeavour Schools
(iPhone users search through
iTunes and Android users search
Applications - Play Store).
If we are not given enough time, we cannot
guarantee that messages will be delivered.
We thank you for your
understanding in this matter
Remember to refresh the App each
time you open it and update your child’s
current year.
The Office Ladies
IMPORTANT NUMBERS AND DATES FOR YOU TO KEEP ON THE FRIDGE
Phone Numbers
School:
Fax:
Dental Clinic:
Canteen:
School Security:
Uniform Shop
Opening Times
School Banking
Opening Times
9524-5000
9524-5011
9524-5101
9524-5284
1800 177 777
Wed and Fri
8.15-9.00am
Friday
8.00-8.40am
05.02.15 - Newsletter - Admin
19.03.15 - Newsletter - Faction Captains
09.02.15 - 21.02. Year 4-6
19.03.15 - Music Incursion - Michael Blake
Swimming Lessons
24.03.15 - FAF Fair
12.02.15 - Assembly - Admin
25.03.15 - Summer Carnival
19.02.15 - 06.03.15 - Defence Memorial
Boxes
26.03.15 - Assembly - Room 13 & 14
19.02.15 - Newsletter - Student Council
01.04.15 - Swimming Carnival
24.02.15 - Year 3 & 6 Dental Screening
02.04.15 - Newsletter - EC4 & EC5
26.02.15 - Assembly - Student Council
03.04.15 - Good Friday Public Holiday
02.03.15 - Labour Day Public Holiday
03.04.15 - LAST DAY TERM 1
31.03.15 - Kindy / PP Easter Hat Parade
05.03.15 - Newsletter - LOTE and The ARTS 20.04.15 - Pupil Free Day
12.03.15 - Assembly - Senior Choir
21.04.15 - FIRST DAY TERM 2
2015 Endeavour Schools Staff List
SCHOOL - 9524 5000
CANTEEN - 9524 5284
SCHOOL DENTIST-9524 5101
JUNIOR SCHOOL
ADMINISTRATION
SCHOOL FAX-9524 5011
ED SUPPORT CENTRE
Mrs Jayne Gorbould
Room 4 - Year 1
Principal - Education Support Centre
Miss Kristy Rankin
Teacher
Mrs Kerri-Anne Benbow
Teacher
Miss Ashleigh Riley
Assistant
Ms Sue Bartalis
Assistant
Mrs Karen Ashenden
Assistant
Mrs Dee Gibbins
Assistant
Mrs Tracy Shaw
Assistant
Mrs Natalie McClure
Assistant
Mr Alan Hansen
EC6 - Early Intervention - Kindy/PP
Room 5 - Year 1
Principal - Primary School
Miss Hannah Della Bosca
Mrs Sandra Adam
Deputy Principal - Primary School
Mr Greg Croll
Deputy Principal - Primary School
NON TEACHING STAFF
Teacher
Room 12 - Year 1
Mrs Keryn Channing
Teacher
Room 13 - Year 1/2
Ms Sharon Hammond
Room 6 - Junior - Years 1 & 2
Teacher
Room 14 - Year 2
Mrs Lauren Hubert
Teacher
Ms Ashleigh McCorriston
Assistant
Mrs Natalie McClure
Assistant
Registrar
Ms Shona Rickey
Mrs Lorelle Potsey
Room 15 - Year 2
Mrs Michelle Cross
Assistant
School Officers
Ms Louise Rowe
Teacher
Mrs Narelle Pearce
Assistant
Mrs Jane McAullay
Mrs Karen Brown
Assistant
Room 16 - Middle - Year 3
Mrs Natalie Land
Room 17 - Year 2
Ms Rita Ebbage
Mrs Amanda Campbell
Library Officer
Mrs Karen Brown
Mrs Belinda Grieve
Room 18 - Year 3
Defence Transition Aide
Mrs Rhian Lewis
Mrs Suzanne Waddell
Room 23 - Year 3
Mrs Christene Fairhead
Teacher
School Psychologists
Miss Natasha MacIntosh
Teacher
Mrs Natalie McClure
Assistant
Ms Jo Nowak
Mrs Felicity Hewitt
Assistant
Mrs Sally Williams
Assistant
Mrs Ailsa Earley
Room 24 - Year 3
School Nurse
Mrs Rochelle Marshall
Teacher
Mrs Diane Graham
Ms Merilyn Dare
Mrs Sam Ingham
Assistant
Room 9 - Senior - Year 6
School Chaplain
Room 22 - Year 3 / 4
Mrs Susan Hislop
Mr Sunny Becic
Teacher
Mrs Jacinta Savell-Stewart
Teacher
Teacher
Mrs Judy Brennan
Assistant
Assistant
Mrs Lisa Martinez
Assistant
Ms Ashleigh McCorriston
Assistant
Teacher
Mrs Fiona Anderson-McKelvie Assistant
Teacher
Gardener
Mr Glen Russell
Room 25 - Middle - Years 4/5
MIDDLE SCHOOL
Mrs Sally Dawson
Teacher
Ms Charlotte McInerney
Assistant
Mrs Siobhan Ryan
Assistant
Mrs Sally Williams
Assistant
Cleaning Staff
Room G1 - Year 4
Mrs Yvonne Edwards , Mrs Vickie Togher
Mrs Nadine Chaytor
Teacher
Mrs Roz Blythe
Mrs Vicki Morris , Mrs Robyn Sprigg
Mrs Angie Ralph
Assistant
LOTE
EARLY CHILDHOOD
EC4 - Kindy
Ms Hayley Gallop
Teacher
Mrs Brenda Fissioli
Assistant
Mrs Tracey Flynn
Assistant
EC5 - Kindy
Mrs Deb Denic
Teacher
Mrs Katherine Fissioli
Assistant
Mrs Jackie Pickering
Teacher
Mrs Dot Nichols
Assistant
Mrs Katie Oskam
Assistant
EC2 – Pre Primary
Ms Sarah Tassicker
Teacher
Mrs Rachel Wheatley
Assistant
Mrs Tracey Flynn
Assistant
Room G2 - Year 4
Mrs Cherise Williams
Teacher
Mrs Angie Ralph
Assistant
Mrs Louise Hughes
Teacher
Ms Amber Kenworthy
Assistant
SENIOR SCHOOL
Teacher
Mrs Ann Wright
Assistant
Mrs Karen Brown
Assistant
Mrs Pam Emery
Assistant
Teacher
Mr Colin Pestell
Teacher
Mrs Dianne Perry
Achiever /
Banks Block
Assistant
Mrs Liz Padley
Geographe
Room G3 - Year 4/5
Block Assistant
PRIMARY SUPPORT TEACHERS
Mrs Kerry Nurse
Music
Mr Jason Tate
Teacher
Mr Paul Nurse
Phys Ed
Ms Amber Kenworthy
Assistant
Mrs Fleur Leo
Science
Mrs Karla Parry
Science
Mrs Lauren Milne
Teacher
Mrs Amanda Anscombe
LOTE
Mrs Donna Pollock
Assistant
Mrs Linda Shales
Pre-Primary
Ms Amber Kenworthy
Assistant
Mrs Michelle Glass
Pre-P/Primary
Mrs Deb Denic
Early
Room 11 - Year 5/6
Room 10 -Year 5
Mr Ben Liddle
EC3 - Pre Primary
Miss Claire Southam
Art
Room 10 - Year 5
EC1 - Pre Primary
Assistant
Room 7 - Year 6
Mrs Alison Taljaard
Teacher
Room 8 - Year 6
Mr Ben Liddle
Childhood
Teacher
Teacher
Mrs Helen Robinson
Primary
Mrs Bree Waller
Primary
Endeavour Schools have EFTPOS facilities
available in the front office. This facility can
be used for payments over $10 such as
contributions, swimming lessons or
excursions. Smaller amounts must go
through the class money books.
Parents can now make payments in advance
for any future expenses such as swimming
lessons, incentivals and excursions. These
payments will be held as credit in your child‟s
account and then allocated against excursions
as they occur.
Payment can be made by cash, EFTPOS or
direct deposit. If you require any more
information, please see the front office.
LIBRARY
There are still overdue books from 2014.
Home Readers and class books are also missing. These books are
needed by students for reading this year.
Please check your bookshelves at home for any books that have
“Endeavour Schools” stamped on them and return
them to the Library as soon as possible.
Thank you.
Mrs Grieve
Did you know…
2 in 3 Australians will be diagnosed with skin cancer by
the age of 70?
Australia has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the
world?
Over 1000 people a day are treated for skin cancer in
Australia?
Check out this website for more facts about being
sunsmart; www.sunsmart.com.au.
Children whose parents model sun protective behaviours
are more likely to practise sun safety themselves.
So don’t forget to:
Slip on a shirt;
Slop on some sunscreen;
Slap on a hat;
Seek some shade; and
Slide on some sunnies.
PLEASE LABEL ALL ITEMS OF
CLOTHING, DRINK BOTTLES AND
LUNCH BOXES SO WE CAN
RETURN THEM TO
STUDENTS WHEN
THEY LOSE THEM.
School Banking
School Banking returns this
year and will operate every
Friday from 8.00-8.40am in
the Achiever Block Alcove.
Community Notices
Please check the noticeboard outside the staffroom regularly for
community events and sporting information received by the
schools. Notices in the Community Advertising section are inserted
for your information. The schools are not associated with any of
these groups or businesses.
Would you love to see the new
Thermomix TM5 in action?
To book an obligation free, in home cooking
demonstration for you and 3-6 friends, contact
Kate McCaskie on 0466 873 221 or
[email protected]