August Edition 2019

Conflict resolution between parent and educators made easy (NQS 2.2.3) p. 3

Signs andindicators of child abuse and neglect (NQS 2.2.3) p. 4, 5

List of local supportagencies (NQS 2.2.3) p. 10

Understand child development (NQS 2.2.3)p. 6

How you can help educators select resources (NQS 3.2.2) p. 7

Understanding your child’s behaviour (NQS 5.2.2) p. 8

Cultivating awareness of ATSI (NQS 6.2.3) p. 9

Community events (NQS 6.2.3) p. 2

Key initiatives for August 2019 (NQS 6.2) p. 13

Community events .

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Get in touch with

Campbelltown Bicycle

Education and Road Safety

Centre (Every Sunday) –

(02) 4645 4376

Family Fun Day at Parklea

Markets (Every Sunday),

featuring an animal farm, face

painting, live music, colouring

competition, jumping castles

and rides! Call 02 9629 3311

for more info!

Wild Thing Exhibition Opening

Celebration on Saturday 3rd August 2019

at Mrs Macquarie Road, Sydney, AU. Call

02 9231 8182 for more info!

Harbour Cruise: Aboriginal Perspectives of Sydney at

2 Murrey Street, Sydney, Au on 11th August 2019,

featuring a cruise to Clark Island (Be-land-le-wool).

More info via 02 9298 3777

When conflicts arise..

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In an early childhood setting, there will always be a likelihood of disagreement in terms of viewpoints on how a child should be

educated or raised.

However, very often, out viewpoints maybe shaped by bias or unhealthy assumptions. Therefore, it is important to communicate

regularly and effectively to resolve any conflict in a manner that promote equality, inclusivity and diversity.

It is important to tackle issues heads on in order to avoid anyawkwardness or stress. Please click on the link below for the

ultimate plan to tack;=le any conflict: - https://raisingchildren.net.au/school-age/school-learning/working-with-

schools-teachers/problem-solving-for-parents-teachers

Speak in calm voice…. Discuss privately… Be clear and specific….

Identify all needs, wants and concerns…

Explore possible solutions… and evaluate based on advantages and disadvantages….

Pick best solution… and take action!

Assess –- What has

worked well?- What hasn’t

worked as well?- What could we

do differently to help solution work better?

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Child protection .

Child Protection is a compilation of child welfare

policies aimed at protecting children from abuse,

neglect, exploitation and violence inflicted by adult or

persons in authority. Further, it promotes children's

right and wellbeing, and a protective environment for

development.

There is now an increased awareness of range of

abuse and risk situations (See next page)!

Youtube video - Child Protection Reform Act

Amendments – info for children, young people,

parents and carers (Please click to view)

Signs and Indicators of Child Abuse

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Child development .

http://www.community.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0020/3

20267/par_development.pdf

Developmental checklist to assess where your child is

on developmental milestone phase

Child Development Resources for

parents

https://childcareta.acf.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/public/141

1_rg_child_development.pdf

Children grow in a sequential manner in accordance to developmental

milestone…

There are 5 main areas of development –

- Cognitive Development

- Social and Emotional Development

- Speech and Language Development

- Fine motor skill development

- Gross Motor Skill development

In depth knowledge on child development help us understand what key factors

play a role in healthy development within these 5 main areas (e.g. proper

nutrition, exercise, sleep etc).

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How to help your

educator select

resources .

To ensure A resource is effective, it must have the following characteristics -

- Enables child to play freely- Enhances imagination, curiosity and creativity

- Encourages problem solving, investigation & inquiry skills

You can use this checklist to assess, and inform your educator on what type of resources are best for your child’s learning!

Open ended resource ideas for your educator .

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Understanding your

child’s behaviour .

Recent research emphasises that the main cause ofchild’s misbehaviour is their NEED TO BELONG and TO FEEL SIGNIFICANT.

Any misunderstanding and inappropriate application of unreasonable behaviour regulation strategies lead to temper tantrum, volatile home environment and power struggle.

A good behaviour strategy is often the one that aligns with recent evolution. For example, punishment no longer teaches your child accountability as their everyday observations of world around contradict this strategy.

To enhance your knowledge in the field of managing child behaviour in accordance to 21st century, please view the links below:

❖ https://www.scanva.org/wp-

content/uploads/2018/09/2018ChildsBehavior_English.p

df

❖ https://www.scanva.org/wp-

content/uploads/2016/06/2018Behavior_English.pdf

❖ https://contact.org.uk/media/380154/understa

ndingchildbehaviour.pdf

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All about ATSI !

http://shareourpride.reconciliation.org.au/sections/our-culture/

https://www.koskela.com.au/8-books-on-indigenous-history-and-culture

https://www.readings.com.au/collection/recommended-indigenous-australian-childrens-books

“Being Aboriginal is not the colour of your skin or how broad your nose is. It is a spiritual feeling, an identity you know in your

heart. … It is a unique feeling that is difficult for non-Aboriginal to fully understand.”

Basics of ATSI culture

Book ideas for children

Book ideas for adults

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List of local support

agencies .

Centrelink

Support for obtaining various payment help

https://www.humanservices.gov.au/individuals/centr

elink

Centrelink

Support for obtaining child support

https://www.humanservices.gov.au/individuals/child

-support

Kids Helpline

24 hours, 7 days a week counselling for kids

https://kidshelpline.com.au/

1800 551800

Dads in distress

Support for divorced or separated fathers

https://parentsbeyondbreakup.net/

02 6652 8113 or 1300 853 437

National council of single mothers and their

children

http://www.ncsmc.org.au/

(08) 8354 3856 or 1800 758 150

Interrelate Family Centres

Provides personal and family counselling, family

dispute resolution and relationship support

programs

https://www.interrelate.org.au/

1300 473 528

Mobile Muster .

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Early Education FDC Scheme is conducting a new initiative in August 2019 to help reduce

the environmental and human health impact ofproducts (e.g. mobile) by promoting a better

method of disposal (e.g. recycle).

The environmental benefits FOR YOUR CHILD –

- Avoidance of future greenhouse gas emissions

- Save energy

- Protect the environment

- Conserve natural resources

In August 2019, each educator will have a fancy bin

placed at the family corner where parent will be highly

encouraged to recycle their old mobile phones.

More information about why recycling is important and

how it is done @ mobile musters

https://www.mobilemuster.com.au/recycling/

Food bank .

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Early Education FDC Scheme is conducting a new initiative in August 2019 to participate in a

community care support project to assist the following families with food shortage:

• Refugee and asylum seeker families.

• Individuals and families struggling to make ends meet.

• Disadvantaged school children in Lanseria South Africa.

• Disadvantaged families and communities in Uganda.

How will your child benefit? - Help them understand their role in the community.

- Help them understand the ways in which smaller acts can havegreater effects.

More info:https://www.foodbank.org.au/support-us/make-a-donation/donate-food/

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End note .

Thank you for viewing August 2019’s newsletter. This newsletter was based on the National Quality Standard

Elements. Each month, the educational leader will be developing a questionnaire and phone call survey to ensure each staff member is up to date on the quality practices to

ensure they are providing work in accordance to best interest of your child. Based on the specific national quality

standards, you will also be receiving information on how you can maintain quality care of your child too.

Please ensure you have completed the following surveys as sent to you in July 2019 –

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WVMP67V

This is a parent satisfaction survey to help us understand what changes we can make within our training program to better assist you. Once 50 % of responses are collected, the

educational leader will inform the staff of new changes.

Kind regards,Hina

Educational LeaderContact: hinamuzzaffar00@gmail.com

0433155180