William Rose School Week Three Term 1 2021

LEARN TO LIVE 11th February 2021

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From the PrincipalDear Parents, Carers and Community,

The school year has started well with all students settling into their new classes and routines. A big thank you to our extremely dedicated staff who have ensured that this transition has been smooth!

Individual Learning Plan meetings have commenced! These collaborative meetings are vital for helping teachers to gain a deeper understanding of the learning and support needs of your child. Please make sure that you have booked an appointment to speak with your child’s classroom teacher.

The 2021 School Representative CouncilI would like to officially congratulate our School Representative Council (SRC) for 2021.

Captain – Jayden SansonVice Captain – Jack Soward

SRC – Sam SowardSRC – Georgia Groom

We are looking forward to working with these students during the year!

Upper D playground upgradeThe new Covered Outdoor Learning (COLA) and Upper D playground upgrade is well underway! The work on the COLA commenced in January and the new playground equipment is beginning to arrive. It is a very exciting time for the school as we can start to see months (and months) of planning coming together. A massive thank you to the R.O.S.E Charity who have continued to raise so much money to support this important development.

TERM 1 2021 Dates to remember

Tuesday 2/3/21 School Photo Day

Thursday 18/3/21 Makeup School

Photo Day

Thursday 1/4/21 Easter Fun Day

Thursday 1/4/21 Last day of Term 1

TERM 2 2021

Dates to remember

Tuesday 20/4/21 First day of Term 2

for students

During construction After construction

William Rose School Newsletter

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11th February 2021

Principal's Message continued

School start and finishing timesA reminder that the school starting and finishing times changed this year. Students commence their classes at 8.45am and the school day ends at 2.50pm. It is very important that all students arrive on time to school every morning. While we understand that this is not always possible, arriving on time at school ensures that students do not miss out on important learning activities scheduled early in the day, helps students to maintain routine, gives our students time to greet their peers and staff before class and reduces disruptions. We appreciate your assistance and support!

Family Matters: Important information for parents/carers from the Department of EducationThe Department recognises that some families will be subject to family breakdown. In the absence of any notification to the contrary, it will be assumed that both parents retain a shared and equal parental responsibility for their children and have been involved in making decisions regarding their children’s education. This means that the school will recognise that each parent has equal duties, obligations, responsibilities and opportunities in relation to matters involving the school.

If any changes occur in your family relationships which have the potential to impact on the relationship between the school and your family, you are required to advise the school immediately. This includes providing copies of any court orders that may be obtained.

Keep your details up-to-date!It is important that the school maintains accurate student enrolment records. If student or family details change, such as your address or telephone number, please ensure that you notify the administration office immediately.

Nicole ParkerRelieving Principal

SCHOOL PHOTO DAY - TUESDAY 2ND MARCH 2021

Southern Cross Colour will be taking our school photos on Tuesday 2nd March. If your child is absent on the day a make-up day will be on Thursday 18th March.

Order Form details and pricing will be sent home with students next week.

How can parents help their child travel safely to and from school with Assisted School Travel, your driver and-or ATSO.

1. Be ready 15 minutes before the pick-up and drop-off time.

2. Wait at the agreed safe pick-up and drop-off location outside your home tomeet the vehicle.

3. Even if there is an ATSO in the car/bus, you must help your child get in thevehicle, make sure they are safely seated and your child’s seat belt is buckledcorrectly.

4. In the afternoon parents again get in the vehicle to undo your child’s seat beltand assist them out safely.

5. Parents also assist travel staff in loading and securing your child and theirmobility equipment such as wheelchairs and walkers.

6. A reminder that ASTP guidelines clearly state that students cannot eat ordrink on transport. This reduces the risk of choking or an anaphylaxisreaction. If your child has medical reasons from a doctor, please discuss thiswith us at school.

APPLYING FOR THE DISABILITY PENSION

THINGS TO DO BEFORE YOUR CHILD TURNS 16

Tax File Number – www.ato.gov.au

Bank Account – in their name

Start an email up in their own name – eg. Gmail email account

Start up MyGOV (then start linking ATO, Medicare, My health, NDIS, Centrelink)

GP Letter/Specialist letter – stating what their intellectual disability is and state that they are unable to communicate or do not understand the implications of their future. Name the parent/caregivers names that you would like to be your child’s voice eg. Mum/Dad or carer

CENTRELINK

Add nominee (parent/caregiver) https://www.humanservices.gov.au/individuals/forms/aus221

Make sure the CRN number is an adult

When your child turns 16 they are entitled to a Disability Pension and you may be able to get the Education Pension Supplement

https://www.humanservices.gov.au/individuals/services/centrelink/pensioner-education-supplement/how-claim )

(You will need bank account, tax file number, copy of bank account statement and id BEFORE applying for the Disability Pension & Education Supplement)

IDENTIFICATION NEEDED

Student Id

Birth Certificate

Medicare Card

NSW Companion Card (if you have)

Centrelink will ask to see them in person for identification purposes.

OPTIONAL –

Get a new Medicare card with just their name on it (still have it linked to the family card)

Concession Opal Card – apply on Opal Card website

NSW Companion Card – apply online NSW Companion website