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20th June, 2018
Next week every student will receive their
mid-year report card. Under the Australian
Curriculum every student is measured
against an ‘achievement standard.’ The
standard states ‘by the end of year 3’;
which means students have twelve months
to try and reach all the criteria within the
standard. While we do mark against the
units of work we have taught our overall
judgment is based against the standard. It can therefore be difficult
to assess against a complete piece of work that is only half finished
at the mid-year point. This is often why student’s report card marks
are better at the end of the year. Please talk to your child’s teacher if
you have any questions or concerns in relation to their report card.
While we work diligently to ensure all of our student’s do their very
best at all times, not every student will get A’s on their report cards.
For many reasons students are better at some things than others.
Some times in life things are not going well and there are very good
reasons for limited success. We need to try and understand why
things are going well or not. First and foremost, is the child happy at
school? Do they have good friends? Do they have a positive
relationship with their teacher? Is everything going well at home at
the moment? All these and many more factors can influence a
child’s progress. If a teacher or parent is not satisfied that the report
card mark is accurate based on all the available information then a
conversation and a plan need to happen.
Again, while we endeavour to ensure every child reaches their
potential at school there are many instances of successful people in
life who did not do well at school. Sir Richard Branson (Virgin) left
school at 15 and was failing. Today he is worth 48 billion dollars.
What we have to do is look at how we motivate, challenge and
support every student to ensure that they do not wait until they leave
school before they find success.
EDITION 10
P & C ASSOC. Meets 3rd Monday of each month.
139 School Road,
Kallangur 4503
E: principal@kallangurss.eq.edu.au
www.kallangurss.eq.edu.au
P: 3491 5333 F: 3491 5300
Chaplain: 3491 5308
School Shop: 3491 5346
Tuckshop: 3491 5345
Klub Kallangur: 3886 2144
Dental Clinic: 1300 300 850
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If you have any concerns do not hesitate to call me on 34915333 or email
principal@kallangurss.eq.edu.au
Every child has the right to feel safe and happy at school.
Principal
Andrew Swales
Upcoming School Excursions /Events During the year each year level participates in an excursion that enriches student learning. With a
strong curriculum focus, teachers plan exciting and rich learning opportunities for students.
Upcoming excursions and events for Kallangur State School students include:
DATE EVENT COST
28 June Whole School Sports Day No Cost
29 June Celebration Day
8-10 August **** Yr 6 Camp – Maranatha
Recreation Centre, Yandina *****
$235.00
10 August Ekka Excurion – Year 4
13 August * ***Public Holiday (Ekka)***
24 August Book Fair
3- 5
December
Year 5 Camp To be
announced
*****Apologies****
Public Holiday in last Newsletter 20 August – Incorrect – please see above for correct date.
TUCKSHOP CLOSED Friday 29th June – last day of term
REMINDER
School returns 16th July 2018
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Deputy Principal’s News –Middle Phase A Message from the Middle Phase Deputy Principal – Mrs Wendy McKay
As we approach the end of the term, many families believe that learning has stopped. That is not true. Learning takes place all day, every day right up until the end of the last day of term. If you are struggling to get your children to school, talk to us to see how we can support you.
Learners of the Week A huge congratulations to all of our award recipients. It’s wonderful to see the number of students at our school who are committed to their learning.
Continue to work hard in all of your lessons. We are very proud of you all!
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The next Senior Leader Induction ceremony will take place on Wednesday, July 25 at 1.45 pm in the Hall. Letters were sent to recipients’ parents last week.
Year 6 into Year 7 As we head into Semester Two, it is time to consider which secondary school your child will be attending. If you haven’t already done so, please contact your chosen high school to obtain a prospectus, which will outline information about the school, including advice on how to apply. In Semester Two, our year 6 students will also be invited to attend one of the high schools to experience a typical day in the life of a high school student. This will be a wonderfully invaluable experience, not to be missed. I will provide further information as it comes to hand. If you have questions specifically regarding high school, please contact the relevant secondary school directly. Regards
Wendy
Deputy Principal’s News –Early Phase A Message from the Early Phase Deputy Principal – Deb Watts
Australia Zoo – Year 1 Excursion
On the Friday 8th June, all the Year 1 students travelled to Australia Zoo to learn about the
myriad of animals and their habitats housed there. The students spent a wonderful day of
learning and in awe of the animals and their antics. They also bumped into a celebrity – Terri
Irwin, filming a new documentary. A big thank-you to the teachers for all their work in
providing such a great learning opportunity and working with their students on the day.
Thank-you to all the volunteer parents, you were a fantastic support to our teachers and
students and helped in making the day a memorable one.
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Care for Each Other – Be a Care Bear
This term our focus is ‘Be Caring’. Please encourage your children to care for each other,
care for their learning, care for their school and care for the environment.
PREP ENROLMENT PACKS FOR 2019 NOW
AVAILABLE AT THE OFFICE
PREP ENROLMENT PROCESS FOR 2019 Enrolment packages are available at the school office.
Your child’s Birth Certificate, Immunisation Record, 2 Proofs of Residence and any custody orders will need to be sighted and copied.
ENROLMENT APPOINTMENT AND INTERVIEW Enrolment appointments will be made by the Office. You and your child will both need to attend. These will not occur until Term 3.
A transition program will be provided in Term 4 of 2018.
You will also have the opportunity to meet with your child’s class teacher early in 2019.
If you have any queries please do not hesitate to telephone the school on 3491 5333.
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Children eligible for Prep in 2019
Children born between 1 July 2013 and 30 June 2014 are eligible to attend Prep at Kallangur State School in 2019.
Learners of the Week
Week 9:
Prep A: Rihanna Stanely
Prep B:
Prep C: Madison O
Prep D: Jan H
Prep E: Khaleesi R
1A: Finnegan
1B: Amelia R
1C:
1D: Seth B
1E: Charlee F
2A: Sophia D
2B: Deklin F
2C: Phillip W
2D: Axton M
2E: Melia
Have a wonderful holiday and be safe.
Regards
Deb Watts
TUCKSHOP CLOSED Friday 29th June – last day of term
REMINDER
School returns 16th July 2018
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DISCO
WHEN : TUESDAY JUNE 26 3.30 PM - 5.00 PM PREP - YEAR 2
5.30 PM - 7.00 PM YEARS 3 -6 ENTRY $ 5.00
Sausage Sizzle, Chips and drinks all $2.00
Various glow products available and lucky door prizes to be won.
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SCHOOL BANKING
There will be NO school banking in the last week of term
2018 Literary Competition
The Literary Competition invites Queensland and
Northern Territory students and teachers to share
their literary prowess by submitting either poetry, a
short story or non-fiction prose. For Kallangur State
School students, entries are welcomed from Years
5 and 6 students. Entrants may only enter one entry
per category in either of the following genres:
Poem (Paul Sherman Memorial Award)
Short Story – (400-800 words)
The closing date is Friday 27th July 2018. All entries
are to be forwarded to Mrs Jill Hobbin for
submission. For more details search
www.qieu.asn.au
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2018 Buy Smart Competition
The Buy Smart Competition is a hands-on learning
competition designed to teach Queensland’s youth
lifelong skills and awareness on consumer issues. It is
open to students in Years 4, 5 and 6. Entrants are
encouraged to develop a unique approach to
presenting a consumer message relating to
marketplace issues and becoming more informed
consumers. Students should try to think of what
methods appeal to their chosen target audience as a
guide to what might be most effective. Some ideas
include:
o cartoon character/comic strip o advertisement o storyboard/booklet o app
o board game o song o postcard o fridge magnet
Entries may also be presented using a variety of different platforms such as; PowerPoint
presentation, play (dramatization), animation, video clip, brochure, poster, website, speech,
short story, brochure, or newspaper article.
By becoming an informed consumer, students will have the skills and knowledge to recognise
and avoid scams, improve financial capability and to use their consumer rights, when they
need them.
The closing date is Friday 21st September 2018. For more details head to the following
website www.qld.gov.au/buysmartcomp.
Thank you for your continued support in your child’s education.
Kind regards, Jill Hobbin Head of Curriculum
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Premier’s Reading Challenge 2018
All Kallangur State School students are invited to join this year’s Premier’s Reading Challenge. Reading plays an important part in students’ lives during their school years and beyond. It allows children to actively engage their imagination and opens up a world of opportunities.
The reading period for the 2018 Premier's Reading Challenge commences on Monday 14 May and closes Friday 24 August.
This year the Premier has challenged all state and non-state school students from Prep to Year
2 to read or experience 20 books, Years 3 and 4 to read 20 books and Years 5 to 9 to read 15
books. Experiencing books can include shared reading, listening to stories, or reading picture
books.
All students will receive a ‘Reader Record Form’ to complete over the coming months. Every student who completes the challenge will receive a Certificate of Achievement signed by the Premier.
Students who participate but don’t complete the challenge receive a Certificate of Participation from the school.
For more information about the Premier’s Reading Challenge, please visit: http://education.qld.gov.au/schools/readingchallenge/
You can play a big part in your child’s future by encouraging them to be part of this positive
initiative.
We hope to see all of our students embrace the 2018 Premier’s Reading Challenge.
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Kallangur State School P & C Association
Tuckshop Please ensure that orders are in by 9am
during term time
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Last day of Flexischool orders the this
term will be Wednesday 27th
June
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Sports Day Thursday 28th June is Sports Day and Tuckshop will be open for over the
counter sales ONLY.
NO Bag Orders
Children in Grades 3, 4, 5 and 6 will be able to come and purchase items
throughout the day.
Students in Prep and Grades 1 and 2 will only be served if they are with an
older sibling or an adult.
Snacks, drinks and ice blocks will be on sale
together with
Sausage Rolls, Hot dogs, Chicken and gravy rolls and pies.
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TUCKSHOP CLOSED Friday 29th June – last day of term
Kallangur State School
P & C Association Next meeting Monday 16th July 6.30pm
Library. ALL WELCOME
KLUB KALLANGUR
We offer a range of activities to cover every child’s interest. Vacancies are available for morning and afternoon care.
We open at 6 am and close at 6:30 pm each day.
We offer casual care for when you may have that appointment and
need to leave early or think you may not make it back in time.
Also we offer flexible care so if you are on a roster at work
we can take weekly bookings only for the days you need.
Enquiries please ring 3886 2144 or pop in for a visit.
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School Shop News Opening Hours
2018 Tuesdays 7.45am – 9.30am Wednesdays 2.15 – 3.00pm
Thursdays 2.15 – 3.00pm
Can’t make opening hours?
Order forms will be available from the office or
Tuckshop.
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Germs Alert With flu season upon us,
please take extra care and
help us to teach your children
the importance of personal
hygiene. The poster below
will assist you to talk with your
child about how they can keep
themselves clean.
We have placed posters in our
bathrooms to remind students
to wash their hands after using
the toilets and they will also be
reminded to use tissues and
wash their hands after they
sneeze or if they have colds.
If your child exhibits flu
like symptoms, please
visit your local GP to help
us restrict the spread of
germs.
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