UPCOMING EVENTS MON TUE WED THUR FRI

16 MAR (Week 7) 17 18 19 Faction Swimming Carnival

20 Harmony Day Assembly

23 (Week 8) 24 25 26 27 Assembly – Rms 2&3

30 (Week 9) 31 1 APR Summer Carnival

2 Year 6 Transition to Coastal Lakes College World Autism Day

3 Summer Carnival Back Up Day

From the Principal’s desk

Dear Parents/Caregivers,

It is hard to believe that we’re already over halfway through Term 1 and Easter is only a few

weeks away. Our staff and students have been very busy establishing routines, and it has been

lovely to walk through classes and see lots of learning occurring.

Student Leaders

The students who nominated for these roles demonstrated a great deal of Personal Excellence, Resilience and Confidence

when undertaking their speeches. All students presented themselves very professionally in a situation that is not always

easy. Many students applied, but unfortunately, not everyone can receive a position. All students demonstrated Kindness

and Respect for their fellow students who were successful or unsuccessful. It’s wonderful to see such a supportive group

of students, who lead without a title.

Safety Procedures

We have started to lock the side gates to the school between 9 and 2:30 for the safety of the students. If you need to collect

your child during the day, they need to be signed out and back in at the front office. If you are coming in for parent help or

dropping something you will need to sign in and out at the office as well. These procedures are for security and safety

reasons. If we have an evacuation, these records are taken with us to ensure that everyone is safe. We appreciate your

support with this.

E: singleton.ps@education.wa.edu.au

P: 08 9537 3199

Naval Avenue, Singleton, WA 6175

Issue 3 12TH MARCH 2020

SINGLETON PRIMARY SCHOOL

Swimming

Swimming has gone very well over the past two weeks, and mostly the weather has been kind as well. There were quite

a few apprehensive students before they started, but as a whole, most of the students have enjoyed going to the beach. I

had the opportunity to experience a session on Thursday and found it enjoyable. Reminded me of my childhood in

Esperance, where swimming lessons occurred every year at the beach.

P & C/School Board

We have seen a great start to the year in regards to community involvement at our P & C AGM meeting. It was good to

seen new and old families attending to ensure the best outcomes for the students in our school.

At the Board Meeting we farewelled Tracey Hall, she had served on the Board since 2015, her dedication as a staff

representative has been appreciated. We welcomed new staff members Natasha Robinson and Kirsty Williams, who will

bring a wealth of knowledge. Aaron Rolt has joined as a new community member, he was a past student from Singleton

PS and now works as a Real Estate agent in the community. New parent members welcomed were Trudy Owens and

Anthony Nemeth, we appreciate them taking the time to join the Board. We welcome back Annette Rolt, Victoria Copeland

and Rory Flanagan.

Rory Flanagan has taken on the role of P & C President as well as the Board Chair position. We appreciate Rory’s

contributions to the community.

Kiss and Drop

I know I mentioned this in the last newsletter; however, I believe there needs to be another reminder. The Kiss and Drop

area at the front of the school is an area to ensure that children who are not being walked in and out of school can access

a vehicle safely. If you are walking your child into school, I ask that you park in the surround areas of the school. If utilising

Kiss and Drop, please stay in your car and move forward as positions become available. We appreciate your support with

this area.

We have some fantastic events coming up to celebrate as we make our way towards the end of the term. I look forward to

seeing you all at these events.

Regards

Mrs Leanne Allen Principal

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Library News

The new Australian Children’s Laureate for 2020-2021 has been introduced. Ursula Dubosarsky succeeds the previous

laureate Morris Gleitzman in this important role in promoting reading, creativity and story in the lives of young Australians.

Feel free to check out some of Ursula’s books in our library including picture book The Terrible Plop and the 2019 CBCA

shortlisted novel Brindabella.

Thank you to the Hughes family for their recent donations to Breakfast Club.

Regards

Miss Emma Pitchford

Library Officer

SINGLETON PRIMARY SCHOOL

Congratulations to all of our wonderful Merit Certificate recipients, Tech Crew

and Creative Assistants

Merit Recipients 28th February 2020

Room 1 Harry Room 9 Hayley Room 15 Hayley Science Room 3

Room 2 Charlie Room 10 Evelyn Room 16 Ariah LOTE Room 3

Room 3 Penny Room 11 Thomas Room T3 Emily Library Room 16

Room 5 Harrison Room 12 Ava Room T5 Sophie Book Worm Toby

Room 6 Alexis Room 13 Cooper Room T6 Toby Golden Broom Room 9

Room 8 Ashlee Room 14 Leonard SAKG Room 7

2020 Creative Assistants 2020 Tech Crew

SINGLETON PRIMARY SCHOOL

Faction Captains

Student Councillors

On Wednesday the 19th of February, we had some aspiring leaders present their speeches to Yellow Block students and

staff. This year, we had a total of 14 nominees who gave us an insight into what they would achieve if they were nominated

as a Student Councillor.

The 14 nominees were;

Sebastian

Kai

Tahana

Georgia

Abby

Ella

Zarlia

Amelia

Shyla

Ruby-Rose

Penny

Haylee

Chelsea

Sienna All of the nominees displayed pride in themselves and their school. The speeches were a pleasure to listen to and all of the

students should be proud of what they accomplished!

Coorong

Faction

Murray

Faction

Comet

Faction

Orizaba

Faction

CAPTAINS

Charlie &

Chev

VICE CAPTAIN

Isabelle

CAPTAINS

Sienna &

Harry

VICE CAPTAIN

Jack

CAPTAINS

Freia &

Brodie

VICE CAPTAIN

Alaena

CAPTAINS

Britney &

Jack

VICE CAPTAIN

Shayla

SINGLETON PRIMARY SCHOOL

Friday the 21st of February was the big day…...Election Day! Nigel from the WAEEC attended the school and the nominees

set up their campaign tables outside of Yellow Block.

The students had prepared badges and flyers to keep promoting themselves as suitable Student Councillor Candidates and

to help persuade those voters that were still a little undecided.

All Yellow Block students voted, and staff were also offered the opportunity to vote. A very big thank you to Nigel and his

team at the WAEEC, who then took the ballot box away for counting and delivered us those all-important results.

Votes were returned back from Nigel the following week and the results were very close. On Friday the 28 th of February

was the exciting Leadership Assembly where the following lucky 8 students were presented with their badges.

1. Head Boy – Tahana 2. Head Girl – Ella 3. Penny 4. Kai 5. Georgia

6. Haylee 7. Ruby-Rose 8. Chelsea

Congratulations to our Student Councillors for 2020.

I am looking forward to working with you this year!

Regards

Miss Coppola

In-Term Beach Swimming Lessons Our year 3- 6 students have had the opportunity to participate in beach safety sessions at Doddi's Beach over the last 2

weeks. The students have been learning about how to be safe on our coastline, how to deal with rips, strong currents,

waves, first aid and also progressing their swimming techniques. At times we had some chilly water, seaweed, a few jelly

fish and some dolphins that came to say hi.

Our students’ behaviour and attitude has been outstanding throughout, well done to all students who got involved!

Regards

Josh Bowe

Phys Ed Specialist

SINGLETON PRIMARY SCHOOL

PBS Poster Competition

Singleton Primary School is in the process of implementing a school wide approach to behaviour management called

Positive Behaviour Support (WAPBS). This is a school wide strategy for helping all students achieve important social and

learning goals. As part of the WAPBS program we are establishing clear behaviour expectations for all school community

members in all areas of our school.

We will explicitly teach these behaviours to all students and acknowledge them frequently for their positive behaviour. The

expectations for all student behaviour will be clear throughout our buildings and playground areas. The school behaviour

expectations will build on our social/emotional and academic learning program, promote a positive school environment and

give more time for teaching and learning. By detailing expected behaviours and teaching them to students in a positive way,

we will provide a common language and understanding for everyone in our school to be successful.

We believe that by helping students practice good behaviour, we will build a school community where all students can

succeed and grow. The school wide behaviour expectations are:

Safety Personal Excellence Honesty Respect Kindness

We are asking the school community to help us by creating a poster of the 5 Behaviour Expectations. Entrants are

encouraged to create a mascot or logo that represents the expectations and our school culture.

Poster Criteria. Your entry must...

Be on A4 or A3 paper

Have the 5 Behaviour Expectations listed

Include symbols or pictures

Represent the Singleton Primary School community

Be submitted by Friday, 20th March, 2020

The winning poster will have their concept professionally produced and will be made into visuals that will be on display

throughout the school and on our website. We also intend to produce characters or mascots from your entry that will be

made into full size costume. This competition is open to everyone in the community so please get involved! Entries may

be individual, group, class or family entries. If you would like any further information, please ask to speak to one of our PBS

Team on 9537 3199.

Kind Regards

Melanie Stafford

PBS Team Leader

Chaplain’s Corner

Coffee is on us! Come and recharge yourself with a free cup of coffee or at the Koortmiya pop-up café. We even have cookies and a play area for younger siblings! The café is open on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 2:15pm to 3:00pm and Wednesday, 9.30am – 10:30am, after Story Time as well as Thursday, 9.30am – 10:30am, after Mini Minors. The café is situated in Yellow block. If you are not sure where to find it, just ask the friendly staff at the office for directions. Bring a friend along or come and meet other mums, dads, grandparents, carers and make new friends! Hope to see you in the café!

Take care Christell

SINGLETON PRIMARY SCHOOL

P&C Update Save the Date! Annual P&C Colour Run coming up Friday, 1st May 1:30pm, more information will be going home

soon.

The P&C have had a great start to the year with many new members attending the AGM held last month. The new office

bearers for the year are;

President – Rory Flanagan

Vice President – Jarita Darman

Secretary – Laura Alday

Treasurer – Christopher Hebbard

Sarah Mitchell will be coordinating Fundraising and Events at Singleton PS, any fundraising ideas and questions can be directed to Sarah. At our last meeting the P&C approved financial support for the Singleton Primary aquaponics system that is close to completion. Plus, we will be funding the shirts for the lucky year 6 students heading off to Canberra later in the year. Next meeting will be at 8:45am Tuesday, 24th March in the Pop-Up café, so please come along and see what the P&C is

up to next.