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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: [email protected]

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

mailto:[email protected]

http://www.kallangurss.eq.edu.au/


If you have any concerns do not hesitate to call me on 34915333 or email

[email protected]

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


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!


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.


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.


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


REMINDER

School returns 16th July 2018


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.

https://www.facebook.com/KallangurSS/photos/a.562577950578777.1073741830.560224297480809/971239969712571/?type=3




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

http://www.qieu.asn.au/


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

http://www.qld.gov.au/buysmartcomp


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.

http://education.qld.gov.au/schools/readingchallenge/


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.



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.


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.


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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