18 September 2019

Newsletter Articles

From the Principal

Dear Parents and Caregivers,

Our thoughts and prayers go out to our families and friends who have recently been affected by the terrible bush fires throughout Queensland. I particularly wish to pay tribute to the courageous men and women who braved these extreme conditions to save many homes and businesses in our local area. Canungra, Beechmont and Numinbah State Schools are members of our local Nerang Alliance of State Schools. For many years, this Alliance of State School has prided itself on looking after each other. I recently offered assistance to these schools to help them resume their school routines as soon as possible. Late last week I approved for Mrs Kerry White (our Junior School Deputy) to commence an acting Deputy Principal position at Canungra State School. Kerry will support the Canungra State School leadership team for the remainder of the term. I sincerely thank Kerry for her commitment to our Alliance and supporting the Canungra State School community.

Concert Success

The 2019 Worongary State School Concert series was once again a spectacular event. It was wonderful to see so many of our students up on the stage presenting and dancing. I sincerely thank our teaching staff for their commitment to the event. From costume designs to choreography, their efforts ensure each class looked amazing. As I mentioned at the conclusion of each concert, events like these are a team effort. I sincerely thank:

• Jo Wales in the office for co-ordinating and managing the ticket sales,
• Mrs Sullivan, Mr Clancy, Ms Karam, Ms Jones and Mrs White for their outstanding back stage work
• Mr T and Glenn Bryden for ensuring the hall was set / decorated, and the lighting ensured all students could be showcased in the best possible way.

Finally, I acknowledge Mrs Kelly Ready for the countless hour of preparation that went into creating the sound and video displays. Due to the department’s system limitations, much of this work needed to be completed after hours. Mrs Ready’s expertise and skills provided a wonderful backdrop for our student and really showcased the event. Thanks Kelly for an amazing job!

All funds raised from the concert will be used to enhance the school’s technology and STEM programs. We sincerely thank everyone who attended and supported this year’s concert series.

Griffith University’s STEAM Cup Final

Last Friday, Mr Mullaly and 16 students participated in the Griffith University’s STEAM Cup final. Due to this event clashing with interschool sport, we added a number of new faces to the team. Many of these students contributed in our school being awarded second place at the Merrimac State High School’s STEAM Cup in March.

Mr Mullaly was once again extremely impressed with how our students represented our school. The day involved our students undertaking a number of STEAM challenges. In the water wheel challenge, one of our teams had a failure with their first design, which left them with no sticky tape for a second attempt. Impressively though they were able to engineer a solution that used no tape. Their design still completed a respectable 20 rotations (without sticky tape). In the plane flying challenge, Mr Mullay was impressed to see one of our team’s design 2 separate planes, one built for distance and one built for accuracy to give themselves the best shot at the available points. Most teams just picked their “best” design and flew that.

Unfortunately, our pasta bridge challenge hit some major obstacles and a last minute emergency redesign didn’t go as planned. The students kept their heads up and, spirits high, finished the day 5th overall with big grins on their faces.

This was once again a tremendous achievement for our school. I acknowledge and congratulate Mr Mullaly and our students who represented our school so well. I look forward to hearing how our well our students perform in their up and coming Merrimac State High School First Lego League Scrimmage and the First Lego League regional event in Ballina later in Term 4.

Parent / Teacher Interviews

With Term 1 almost completed, I would like to acknowledge the hard work that our teaching staff have put into supporting your child to achieve excellence. Our school’s vision of “Striving for Excellence” is evident in each and every classroom. Our teachers have worked extremely hard to establish strong lines of communications with each parent. Our teaching team was energised by the large percentage of parents who attended our Term 3 Parent / Teacher interviews. I am confident that the outcomes from these meetings will support all of our students to achieve their personal learning goals in term 4. I trust you will join with me in acknowledging and thanking our dedicated teaching staff members for their efforts during term 3.

National Health and Physical Education (NHPE) Day

Did you know that Australian school children rank among the worst in the world when it comes to their physical activity levels? The National Health and Physical Education (HPE) Day has been designed to raise awareness of, and advocate for, a greater focus of HPE in our schools. This day highlights the wonderful way that Miss Smith supports students to gain a better knowledge and understanding of how to lead active and healthy lifestyles.

Last Thursday 12th September, Miss Smith co-ordinated our first NHPE Day. The theme of this day was Good for Children, Good for Schools and Good for Communities. This amazing event was extremely well supported by parents, teachers and most importantly our students. A number of independent sporting developmental officers also supported this event. I sincerely thank Miss Smith for co-ordinating all of these developmental officers and the entire event.

Save the Date

Learning Vine Awards

Junior School Activities

Every break the Year 1 and 2 students have been enjoying new games and activities in the Junior Undercover Area. There are many activities to choose from including Marble Run, Snakes and Ladders, Matchbox cars, Hot wheels car mat, wooden train track with trains, bowling and Lego to name just a few. All students in Year 1 and 2 are invited to play, learn and develop appropriate social skills in the process of having fun.

I am also running a Kids Club in my room on Mondays (second break) and Thursdays (first break), again to encourage play and social skills. The motto for Kids Club is “If you come alone, you leave with a friend.”

Mrs Sullivan’s Letterbox

This term, I have a wonderful new letterbox in front of my room, next to my door. It is out every day and I have been encouraging all the students in years Prep to Year 2 to write me a letter. If I receive a letter from a student, I always reply, often with a question to encourage further writing. To date I have had close to approximately 100 letters! A great effort, keep writing!

Warm Regards
Mrs Sullivan

Behaviour

Thursday 24 October we have a P-6 fund raising sausage sizzle to raise money for the Morcombe Foundation. Students will receive a sausage in bread and a popper. The cost will be $3.00. Order forms will be sent home week 1 term 4. All orders must be prepaid.

Friday 26 October Day for Daniel. All students are encouraged to wear a red t-shirt. Classes will participate in activities to raise their awareness of student safety and will have a school assembly on the oval

Our Positive Behaviour for Learning focus:

Year 6 Students and Families

The ‘Big Day Out’ at ‘Wet and Wild’ in term 4 is a culminating event organised to recognise the hard work and consistent positive behaviour of our students in their final year of primary school. It is a privilege that our students earn and final activities such as the ‘Big Day Out’ require trust, independence, self-discipline and the ability to make great choices. All Year 6 students will take home on Tuesday 8 October week 1 term 4 a behavioural contract that must be signed and returned to the class teacher by Friday 11 October.

Have a safe and relaxing Spring break

Warm Regards

Ms Kaia

From the Music Room

TERM 3 WRAP UP

Thank you students and families for a busy and rewarding Term 3. Enjoy the break and recharge as Term 4 is shaping up to be even bigger and better!

Term 4 Events (thus far)

October 14/15 – Student Concerts for 2020 Instrumental Recruitment
October 25 – Day for Daniel Performance
October 26 – Nerang Library Community Performance
November 7 – Music ‘Count Us In’ Performances
December 2 – End of Semester Concert

2020 – THE YEAR OF MAKING MUSIC

‘Music performance teaches young people to conquer fear and to take risks. Dealing with the ‘butterflies’ early and often makes performance tasks less of a problem later. Risk-taking is essential if a child is to fully develop to his or her full potential’.

Why should your child learn a musical instrument in 2020?

• Learning music significantly facilitates development in Mathematics and English, both oral and written.
• Learning music enhances general memory and concentration.
• Children who learn music tend to handle stress more easily.
• Students who have regular music lessons are inclined to learn foreign languages much more easily.
• Children learning music tend to develop superior social skills and to manage their time more effectively.
• Music primes the brain for learning

We currently have a number of positions available for 2020 in both the Strings and Band programs. We are particularly seeking students interested in learning – French horn, trombone, euphonium, tuba, trumpet, saxophone, cello and double bass. Expression of Interest forms will be available in Term 4 from the Music Room.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS AND REMEMBER TO PRACTISE OFTEN!

Have a great rest and we look forward to an exciting Term 3!

Yours in Music
Ms Katheryn Jones
kjone416@eq.edu.au

Excursions

P&C News

P&C Meeting

The next P and C meeting is on Wednesday 18 September 2019 at 4.30 pm in the staff room. Everyone is welcome to attend.

School Banking

There will be no school banking this week to ensure all bank books go home for the holidays. Banking will recommence 1st Friday back in Term 4.

Facebook Page

Remember to join our Facebook page “Worongary State School P and C Association” so you can keep updated with our upcoming events.

Regards P&C

Tuckshop & Uniform

Tuckshop News

Opening Hours

Monday-Friday: 8:30am-2:00pm
Closed: Entire last day of each Term

Tuckshop will be

CLOSED ALL DAY Friday 20 September

For cleaning and stock take
[We will re-open Tuesday 8 October, 2019]

Subway Day – Friday 20 September

Thank you to all parents, staff and students who got their Subway orders in before the 9am cut-off time this morning. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept late orders, but for those who missed out this term, rest assured that we plan for the Subway days to return again.

Volunteers

As we round up another term, thanks must once more go out to our wonderful volunteers. In particular, I would like to send a very big THANK YOU to Janelle W and Narelle R for their generosity in regularly giving their time to help our school - we look forward to working with you again next term.

UNIFORM SHOP

Opening Hours

Monday: 8:00am-9:00am
Wednesday: 2:15pm-3:15pm
Friday: 8:00am-9:00am
Closed: Entire last day of each Term
Direct Dial number: 5502 4409

Uniform Shop will be
CLOSED ALL DAY Friday 20 September
For cleaning and stock take

Seniors Shirts

At the beginning of next Term, current Grade 5 students will be invited to place orders for their Seniors Shirts for next year. Watch this space next term for details.

Wishing you a safe and restful break over the school holidays.

Kind regards,

Michelle Lee
Tuckshop/Uniform Convenor

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