August 31st Week 6

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A Message from Deb …

Janet Harper’s Memorial

We had a lovely tribute to Janet’s work here at Goodwood Primary two weeks ago. The year 7’s enjoyed dancing to the Funky Monkey, a song Janet introduced to our sports day event. Book Week

Congratulations everyone for joining in with the celebrations last week. The preschool had two great mornings where students came dressed up and

parents stayed to join in with their child before sharing a morning tea. Friday morning in

the Primary school was a buzz with all sorts of characters moving around the school representing favourite books or the book week Australian theme. Open Night ...this Thursday see you there! This Thursday 1st September we will be holding our Open Night. Families are encouraged to come along to the school with their children.

Children will take the lead in sharing their learning achievements and the experiences they are having when they attend school. The Preschool will be open from 5:30—6pm and the Primary School from 6.00-7.00pm. Everyone is also encouraged to visit other parts of the school as well. Visit the PAC where Alex and Somer will have a survey for you to complete about getting to school safely. School Closure Friday 2nd September All schools have a day of local significance. The

Governing Council approves a day where students and staff do not attend school in recognition of a locally significant events. In our case this is the Open Night on Thursday and the Royal Adelaide Show. OSHC is available—book now. Student Free Day Monday 5th September No children will attend school on the 5th of September. Staff will be attending training on strategies to support children to develop a growth mind set. OSHC is available—book now. School Photos

These will be taken on Monday 12th September. Payment envelopes have been sent home. Envelopes are brought on the photo day and given directly to the photographers. Please do not send them into school before this date. Please take advantage of online ordering. Staffing News At this stage Catherine Murch hopes to be back next week. Leadership are involved in running a number of panels for staff employment at the

moment. This may affect our availability to respond at times. Thank you for your patience.

Jenny Wade’s retirement Assembly Many parents and past colleagues joined us last Thursday to celebrate Jenny Wade’s contributions

to Goodwood Primary and education. Our year 1 students did a fabulous job of leading the assembly and there was a wonderful performance by our Taiko

Ensemble. Many of these students still remember Jenny from their first days at Goodwood when they were running around the Preschool. UV rating I consistently over 3 … Your child will need to have their hat at school so

they can wear it during play time. When the UV is 3 or over teachers will be asking for children to have their hats on from the start of next week, Tuesday 6th September. NAPLAN If you have a child in year 3, 5 or 7 you would have received your child’s NAPLAN results in a sealed envelope last week. All teachers have received copies of the results and these will be used for our ongoing learning

conversations which staff and support staff have in relation to meeting the needs of our students. Leadership will also be closely analysing student achievement in the coming weeks in preparation for our data analysis and review day next term. On this day the whole staff looks closely at all our assessment data and reviews our plans for targeting learner improvement. I am very pleased to announce that as per my article in the last newsletter the progress made by our year 5’s and 7’s is excellent. In 2014 only 79%

of the year 5s reached the minimum standard. This year, 97% of the same cohort of students, now in year 7, reached the minimum standard in Numeracy, Reading, Spelling, Grammar and Punctuation. 93% of year 7’s reached the minimum standard in writing compared with 79% when they were in year 5. Similarly in all 5 areas our year 5’s have progressed to 90-95% achieving the minimum standard compared with 86-91% when they were in year 3. Our year 3’s this year have done extremely well, 46/56

achieved band 3 or above 36/56 achieved band 4 or above across the 5 areas. The 10 students who had below band 3 in some subject areas all have appropriate support in place. Feeling energetic???? Come along to our Working Bee Sunday the 11th of September 9-12noon Important Events coming up in term 4 SAVE THESE DATES …. The Goody Patch Open Day Saturday 29th October 12-2pm

Goodwood Art House Market Place Sunday 6th November 10am—4pm Both of these events are always great fun and we look forward to seeing you there.

Kind regards Deborah Brassington, Principal

OSHC NEWS Friday 2 September - School Closure Day OSHC will be attending the Royal Adelaide Show. This year children can bring money (no more than $10) to purchase a treat. NO rides, show bags or side show alley. Cost is $51.00 - full day option only available. This includes show entry.

Monday 5 September - Pupil Free Day Cost is $51.00/full day or $33.00/half day OSHC is open from 7.30am - 6.00pm. Bookings essential—phone 8373 5302 Just a reminder that if your child is booked in for BSC or ASC either day, it is your responsibility to either cancel the booking or ask for it to be changed to a pupil free day booking. Failure to cancel your booking will incur the usual BSC/ASC charge.

School Transition Visits Preschool children who will be starting at GPS in 2017 have been invited to attend 3 Transition Visits. Visiting their learning spaces, getting to know our school and meeting

staff supports a positive start to school. Parents are invited to stay on the second visit for a Morning Tea. This is an opportunity to meet other parents and for some of our current Reception parents to share their experiences and information with the aim of helping families through this new beginning. Term 3: VISIT 1: Group: 1 Wednesday 14

th September, 9-11am

Group: 2 Thursday 15th

September, 9-11am

Term 4: VISIT 2: Group: 1 Wednesday 16

th November, 9-11am

includes Parent Morning Tea 9.15-10am Group: 2 Thursday 17

th November, 9-11am

includes Parent Morning Tea 9.15-10am VISIT 3: Group: 1 Wednesday 23

rd November, 9-12pm

Group: 2 Thursday 24th

November, 9-12pm

Picture books can be a great way to help prepare your

child for this change. Here are some possibilities…

A Message from Jenny….

I thoroughly enjoyed my farewell afternoon on Thursday

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August. The year 1 classes were superb in their hosting of the assembly where I had the opportunity to receive a Report Card on my learning behaviours during my years at GPS, experience the wonderful taiko d r u m m i n g

performance and view some examples of literacy learning linked to Book Week. Simon Graetz spoke kindly of me and

we headed off for a sumptuous afternoon tea.

It was lovely to receive so many appreciative comments from families and hear that my work here has been valued. Thank you to the Social Committee, Deb, Nicole Tamasi, Sacha Mogg, Holly Dixon, Somer (behind the bar) and any others who contributed to

the planning and work that went into the day. It was truly appreciated. Thank you also to staff for attending and your kind words and the work that went into the amazing book that I am enjoying looking at. It has so many individual messages that it is taking some time. I love it! Thank you children for your great messages and the creativity shown in the pages. Thank you families for supporting me and trusting me with your children over the years.

Jenny Wade

Wow, what a send off!

Great Achievements at Goodwood!

Assembly—14N and 15N Congratulations to 14N and 15N Sarah and Maree’s Year 1 classes who lead the farewell assembly for Jenny. The students spoke with confidence and were very proud of the work they shared with us. What a fantastic performance by the Taiko ensemble.

Book Week in the preschool It was wonderful to see so many families joining in with their children during book week.

A Fun Book Week Parade was the highlight of the Primary Schools week…

Great Achievements at Goodwood!

IELC 3’s adventures at the Planetarium Last Thursday, IEL3 visited the Adelaide Planetarium as part of our learning about the Solar System. Students had a fantastic time visiting the planetarium. The presenter Martin was very impressed by the knowledge the students exhibited during the visit. It

seems that stars are still as captivating to today’s technologically savvy kids as they were to our ancestors.

‘We had lots of fun because we learnt lot of new things’ – Polina ‘Martin told us where to look for Venus, Jupiter, Saturn, Mars and Mercury’ – Lyn ‘The Planetarium was good’ – Nicole ‘We were really excited to visit the Planetarium because we have never been there’ – Ruoyi ‘Going to the Planetarium was a lot of fun’ – Pietro

‘We watched the perfect movie about planets’ – Fariba ‘We learnt what the probes discovered about the planets and sun’ – Hari

Under 8 Soccer Team On Monday 15th August from 6pm - 8.30pm the GPS Under 8s soccer team took part in the Southern District Junior Soccer Association night carnival. The team did a great job - winning a number of matches and having lots of fun! Coach Aleksandar Bankovacki has done an awesome job with the team… they have won every match except two so far this season. The kids had lots of fun and

showed great teamwork. They also loved getting their certificates! The team includes: Amelia Rhodes, Connor Dolman, Eamonn Horan, Felix Midson, Finlay Horan, Fletcher Siebentritt, Harry Mewett, Hershal Rege, Reilly Kingston, Ridhaan Shaikh, Stedan Bankovacki, Yaden Casano. Well done to all.

SA Schools Orienteering championships Congratulations to the following students on their outstanding results at the SA Schools Orienteering championships, held at Woodhouse Activity Centre on Monday 16th August.

› Oscar Johnston

› Jayden Bertram

› Mia Anderson

› Toby Cazzolato Placed in the top 4 of their age class these students have potential to do well in future orienteering events. They have been invited to go along to upcoming events in the hope they will be interested in joining the Junior Arrows development squad for 2017. The Junior Arrows squad is team of school aged students aged 12-18 who train together and attend events to better their skills in hope they are selected for the South Australian Schools team.

Goodwood Art House Marketplace Sunday 6th November 10.00am—4.00pm The Goodwood Art House Marketplace is a vibrant showcase of local designers and makers from the Adelaide and South Australian community. The Facebook page has a following of 3500+ people.

Featuring wares from handpicked local artisans within an all-inclusive atmosphere, Goodwood Art House Marketplace offers visitors a taste and experience of home grown Adelaide design and arts talent, within the unique and eclectic Goodwood community precinct.

The boutique selection of stalls includes high quality home wares, fashion, jewellery, artwork and limited vintage items, as well as a selection of local produce and preserves.

If you are interested in helping out on the day please ring the office and leave your name and number with Elizabeth, who will pass it onto the Fundraising committee. Otherwise we look forward to seeing you on the day, a great opportunity to get those Christmas gifts organised.

Community Notices

Little Athletics centre has programs for children and teenagers aged 3-17. It’s a fun, inclusive club and we welcome all children, regardless

of ability. Visit their website now.

Goody Patch Open Day Saturday 29th October 12.00-2.30pm

The Theme this year is: “Be Wise with Water.” Harry Harrison will be our guest speaker! Fun for all ages, an event not to be missed. Bring the whole family and enjoy food, entertainment and take advantage of some lovely plants available for sale.

Important Dates

Thursday 1st September Open Night—Preschool 5.30-6pm / School 6-7pm

Friday 2nd September School Closure Day Monday 5th September Student Free Day

Monday 5th September Finance Committee 5.30pm Tuesday 6th September PAT tests years 2-7

Wednesday 7th September Assembly—2M Helen 2.30pm Sunday 11th September School Working Bee!!!!

Monday 12th September School Photos Wednesday 14th September Preschool Transition 9-11am Thursday 15th September Preschool Transition 9-11am Friday 23rd September Parent Tour 9am

Wednesday 26th September Natural Maths Parent Workshop with Ann Baker here at Goodwood Primary

Friday 30th September last day term 3—school concludes at 2.15pm

Traffic Monitors Students have now had training to be crossing monitors. This is a very responsible job and we

thank them for their commitment to this role.

Remember:

› Be at school before 8:30 AM and head out to

the crossing as a group at 8:30 AM. The reserve should

also be at school before 8:30 AM.

› Wear your hats if it is a hat wearing day. Do not take

your bags.

› Stay focussed on your job.

› Stay on duty until 3:30 PM at the end of the day.

Head Monitor Reserve

Week 7 Newanji Syed Brett

Week 8 Josh Zara Patrick

Week 9 James Owen Jamie

Pastoral Care Worker Goodwood Primary School: Julie Ascher-Ellis Hi I am Julie the Pastoral Care Worker. I have a Certificate IV in Pastoral Care. For the last 4 years I have been

working with children aged from 6 months to early teens, coordinating a crèche, play group, children’s and youth activities. I believe that children are one of our most precious resources, it is an honour and a privilege to be able to work with them and their families. I model inclusivity, being welcoming, friendly, supportive, showing hospitality and compassion towards others. I use my creativity and sense of fun to interact with children

and youth, using games and craft activities to address current issues, together with involvement in community projects, such as cooking for the homeless and raising money to support charities or less privileged families. My role at Goodwood Primary School is to support wellbeing programs, individual students, families and staff. My special interests are science, gardening, cooking, woodwork and crafts (including sewing, knitting, crochet and paper crafts).

I am in the Preschool from 10 am-10:50 am Monday and Tuesday. I am in the Primary School from 10:50 am to 2:30 pm Monday 10:50 am to 2:00 pm Tuesday 2:00pm to 3:30 pm Wednesday My office is in 8M Contact Details Phone: 8271 2280 Email: Julie.AscherEllis910@schools.sa.edu.au I look forward to working with you and your children.

ICAS Certificates

Congratulations to these students for their

efforts across the year in the ICAS assessments

and recently receiving their Certificates:

Year 2

› Mehnoor Bopari

› Marcus Cazzolato

› Eryn Gibbs

› Felix Midson

› Ridhaan Shaikh

Year 3

› Amelia Jane Willcox

› Connor Everingham

› Isaac Braganza

› Joseph Asaad

› Samuel Davies

› Sienna Temple

› William Grist

› Yue Zou

› Zawad Arefin

› Naser Aranna

Year 4

› Aafreen Bopari

› Aditya Pandey

› Amalia Oliver

› Jaime Hards

› Jasinta Brownbill

› Lucy Tinsley

› Max Ochota

› Naysan Amrein

› Zoe Anderson

Year 5

› Annesly Lim

› Braithan McIver

› Patrick Everingham

› Toby Fitzgerald

Year 6

› Arian Amrein

› Henry Maurin

› Mia Anderson

› Sophie Grist

Year 7

› Syed Zunaid Arefin

› Toby Cazzolato

› Zhixian Xu

› Zoe Moretti

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