November 23rd Week 6

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A Message from Deb …

What does the future want of our young people? How are we going to help them? These were the questions posed at a parent

workshop led by Martin Westwell at Unley Primary on Wednesday 9th November. Parents were involved in a coding task which reinforced the fact that challenges, failure and or not knowing can motivate and generate engagement. He explained how the research is indicating that South Australian students are not good at constructing responses to questions or problems they have never seen before. It is important children have resilience to deal with failure and

learn from it. The learning process occurs throughout the experience and the research is indicating that it is important that we not only assess the product, that the journey is assessed as well. Through conversations about inquiry, thinking hard and navigating, children can experience productive failure and productive struggle. He talked about simple ways this can be promoted at home for example engaging in creativity games, something as simple as board games.

Our focus on personalised learning and investigations supports the development of these learning dispositions. Parents appreciated the opportunity to hear Martin speak. A few parents provided feedback to me about the fact their children are already demonstrating these learning dispositions. Our Partnership plans to offer more workshops like this for parents in 2017.

Somer got married...

Congratulations to Somer who got hitched on Saturday 5th November. Their day was celebrated in McLaren Vale. We wish Somer and Andy all the best for the future.

End of Year Concerts We look forward to a wonderful line up of performances in the next few weeks. The program for the Early Years - Monday 28th

November 6pm is 16N Shelley/Jayne, 17N Maria/Sacha and IELC1 Nina : Bongiourno, Rainbow Song and Let’s Celebrate 14N Maree and 15N Sarah: Time Travel Medley 1M Andrea/Jayne: Best Day of My Life 2M Helen: The Lawnmower Dance 13N Ria: Jailhouse Rock

The Primary Years—Monday 5th December 6pm is: 6M Caroline: Everything is Awesome IELC2&3: Walking Down the Memory Lane, Medley of Songs

4M Janet and 5M—Bronwyn: Musical Songs 8M Holly: Ghostbusters 3M Liam /Silvana: Fireflies, Best Day of My life 12C Graeme: Riptide 11C Diane: Just Dance! All students need to arrive at school by 5:30pm. Parents then go down to the Capri and children will walk down to the Theatre with their class teacher. For safety reasons we ask that parents stay at the Capri until after the concerts have finished. Children will walk back to the school

with their teacher where parents can then go and collect their children from class.

Preschool Concerts The preschool concerts will be Wednesday 7th December and Thursday 8th December. The children have been practicing their groovy moves and we look forward to celebrating their wonderful year at Preschool on this night.

An important event to acknowledge the Intensive English Language Program 2008-2016

The Student Learning and Well Being Committee, IELP teachers and staff are planning a breakfast to celebrate the IELP contributions to Goodwood Primary over the past 9 years. Please keep Tuesday 13th December 8am free. We are running it like our Harmony Day breakfast, where families bring along a plate of food, representative of their cultural background, to share with others. Past staff have been invited along to the event. All food will be laid out under

the Plane trees. During the morning we will have speeches and performances by IELC students and mainstream students. We look forward to seeing as many community members as possible here on this day to acknowledge and celebrate the wonderful impact this program has had on Goodwood Primary School and Preschool.

PE Week was a winner!!

We started the week with a Health Hustle and finished it with parent—student relays and a student teacher volleyball game. The lunchtime activities and Wheelie Wednesday were a blast and as always our older students showed great teamwork at the beach volleyball. Friday morning’s parent student relays were a good

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OSHC NEWS

The Vacation Care program for December/January is on the school website. Early bird prices are available on bookings made before Friday 25th November. Bookings can be made via email to MaryAnn.Milne14@schools.sa.edu.au or by phone on 8373 3096.

laugh, especially at the end when the water balloon relay finished and the balloons full of water were thrown around. Our student teacher volleyball game was again a huge success thanks to the staff and students for all their effort. This newsletter has some photos of this successful

week. Thanks to the Student Learning and Well Being Committee, Alex, Somer, staff, other parent volunteers and student leaders who helped make it a success. The purpose of having a week long focus was to encourage everyone to be active at some time throughout the week. What would be great is if we could continue to walk or ride to school?? If you live a little far from school why not park your car a kilometre from school and walk to school???

2017 Reception children connecting with Goodwood

It was a pleasure to meet with parents of our new reception children over an informal morning tea last Wednesday and Thursday. Many thanks goes to Sophie, Paula and Elise, current reception parents, who came along and shared their experiences of being parents of new reception children starting school this year.

Building work happening across the school As you know an area of the north unit is currently being

redeveloped. We have had a couple of site meetings and the rooms are looking great. During the school holidays the toilets and bathroom will be redeveloped in the preschool. More information about this work will be provided closer to the time.

Thank you morning tea and sports assembly It is important to acknowledge all the wonderful work of our volunteers throughout the year. One way we do this is by having a thank you morning tea after our Sports Assembly. This year our Sports assembly is Friday 9th December at 9:30am in the gym and the thank you

morning tea will be at 10:40am in the Performing Arts Centre. We look forward to seeing as many of you as possible attend the thank you morning tea.

Christmas Feeling Christmas Hamper Thank you for your donations towards our Christmas Hampers. Tickets will be on sale this week and next, before school and at recess time under the Plane trees. They will also be on sale the night of the concert in the foyer of the Capri Cinema. Tickets Cost: $2.00

Goodwood Road You may have noticed the lights on our tree out the front of the school. This is courtesy of the Goodwood Traders. Christmas is not far away... Soon we will have a Christmas tree out the front of the Gym (church) facing Goodwood Road. The school is organising this.

Kind regards Deborah Brassington Principal

Remembrance Day Ceremony

On Friday 11th of November we had a Remembrance

Day Service to remember our service men and women, both past and present, who have dedicated their lives to our freedom, protection and future. The year 7 Ambassadors did a wonderful job leading our school through the service. Mari read us the poem “Flanders Field,” Tahlia read us the Ode and reminded us of the importance of not forgetting those who have fallen. We listened to the Last Post, The Rouse and Helen laid a beautiful wreath that she and Mari had made. We respectfully had a minute silence and watched our flags

as they were raised to full mast. Bronson Horan, one of our parents, shared a moving talk with us about what Remembrance Day meant to him. We often tend to focus on those in the past who have fought for our country, it was a powerful reminder of the men and women and their families who are continuing to make sacrifices to serve our country. Thank you to all those involved. Thank you Marella Hannaford Teacher Appreciation Afternoon Tea

On Friday 11th November the Unley Baha'i community and the virtues class / junior youth group hosted an Appreciation Afternoon Tea in the PAC which was such a great acknowledgment of our work. This event reminded us about the difference staff at Goodwood Primary make to the lives of children and families. I have never been to anything quite like it. The staff would like to thank all involved for their work. Thanks Carrie Kingsborough

Great Achievements at Goodwood

PE Week Goodwood Community is renowned for being committed to keeping active and healthy. Children were involved in activities during lunch time. It was great to have parents and staff model being active through our fun Friday parent student relay and staff student volleyball events!!

Great Achievements at Goodwood

IELC 1 and 2 Assembly Congratulations on the IELC 1 and 2 for presenting at assembly last week. It is great to see how far they have come and the confidence and enthusiasm they showed.

Reception transition continues It has been fabulous having our new receptions visiting the School and our new preschool children visiting the preschool. Smooth transition at these important stages of their lives is essential….

Great Achievements at Goodwood

Outdoor Adventure for the Year 7s at Glenhaven Park In Week 3, we went on camp to Glenhaven Park near Gawler. The camp was an outdoor adventure experience that physically and mentally challenged us. We put ourselves out of our comfort zones and worked towards personal challenge and achievement. Supporting and encouraging others to challenge themselves and overcome fears was the theme of the camp.

Our program consisted of some amazing activities like exploring the Light River on the river hike, challenging ourselves on the high and low ropes courses, team building during problem solving initiative tasks and testing ourselves by taking the ‘Leap of Faith’. A highlight on our last day was being hoisted up and then released from the ‘giant swing’! We loved spending time outside exploring the natural bush environment. Sometimes it seemed like we were a world away from the city! Big thanks to Doug, Tim and Catherine for joining us on our camp. We appreciate the time they spent with us.

Campfire The scorching campfire in front of us lit up the campground as the sky turned pitch-black. The traumatising ghost stories then started…

As we became cosy around the campfire, laughter and friendly chats like chirping birds spread around the campsite. The feeling of excitement within every kid built up as Ms Toole opened an enormous packet of marshmallows. Through the moonlight, we could see sparks rising from the campfire. It was a memorable part of our camp. Methasha, Helen and Wendy

Food

Ding, Ding, Ding! The bell rang everytime it was mealtime. We sat and waited to eat the delicious food. The camp cook served the most delicious lasagne with a melted cheese top with garlic bread. We were always fed amazing meals and snacks. Zunaid, Shigen and Sam Giant Swing As we stared up at the enormous swing that the first participant was about to experience, our hearts started to sink. It was nearly my turn……my mouth started to water. I was heaved up to the top of the enormous swing, ten metres in the air! I was unleashed, dropping to the ground, then flying faster than the speed of light, flashing past all the horrified Year 7s and then gradually swinging back down.

Zach, Oscar, Brett and Marley

High Ropes Adrenaline rushes to every part of my trembling body as I climb the 10m wooden pole. I curse under my breath as the pole shakes. Taking a deep breath, I force myself to keep climbing the small rungs. I reach the small, black platform and face the long wire course. I latch onto the top wire and plant my feet

on the bottom wire and started shuffling along the tough wire cable. The wire wobbles as I step onto it, causing me to steady my breathing and stop for a minute. I’ve done it! Cheol-Ho, Saxon and Kye

Initiatives We took part in a range of tasks to promote leadership, teamwork and, most importantly, communication. One task

involved us threading ‘Onzlo’ the enormous rope through a spiderweb maze between trees. After what felt like thousands of mistakes and cries of frustration, we finally managed to complete the challenge. Emma, Zoe and Haneulle

Great Achievements at Goodwood

The year 7 class certainly had a number of challenges during their camp. To promote a Growth Mind Set we encourage children to embrace challenges as an important part of the learning process. Problem solving and allowing them to be stuck and frustrated is a valid part of learning. Camps often provide these kinds of experiences.

Instructors We could not have challenged ourselves the way we did on camp, if it was not for the supportive and encouraging instructors. The main instructor, Kevin, has worked at Glenhaven Park for 14 years. He is very experienced in ropes, courses and outdoor activities. His energetic passion kept us going when we felt scared and frightened about the challenges that lay ahead. Abbey and Tahlia

Leap of Faith As I look down, the

ground looks even further away than I remembered it to be. My legs are dangerously shaking at the prospect of having to leap off this 10 metre pole - right now, it looks about 30m. Shuffling my feet forward on the plate-sized top of the pole, I teeter. Paralysed, I hear a faint echo of voices carried by the wind. Closing my eyes, I tilt my head up. Small droplets of water dance on my face. I realize I have to jump soon, but courage has left me. Taking a deep breath, I leap, extending my stiff arms in hope of reaching the trapeze. Adrenalin still courses through my body as the instructor releases me from my harness. I have overcome my fear of heights…until next time. Nikki and Tashfia

Low ropes I was desperate. I reached my exhausted arm as far as it could go. ‘A little bit further, a little…’ Slip!

“Arghhh!” I screamed in outrage. I had done it again, for at least the millionth time! Every attempt, on exactly the last rope on the jungle vines, the rope would slip from my grasp, making me collapse onto a push-off from one of the 2 spotters. I dragged myself up onto the thin wire, anxiously hoping that I would get somewhere this time. ‘One more chance’ I told myself, taking an extra-long stretch. I shifted all my weight to the last step and lunged towards the last dangling rope of

hope with reluctance. This time recklessly, but with more determination. With sweaty palms, I held onto what seemed like the same vine with all my strength, realising that I had finally done it. I had successfully reached the last rope.

Mia, Mari and Ayesha Nature Watch As I sprint through the long, dry grass trying to get away from the frantic chaser, I soon realise that I have nature watch. I run straight to the dining room and clip the cheap microscopes to the i-Pads. Snap! Snap! I take lots of interesting close ups of lots of fascinating things. The deafening screams from the Giant Swing fill the air, as we take close up pictures of a live scorpion. It

was amazing to see leaves and flowers close up. Zac, Toby and Oscar River Hike We took off on our adventurous hike by walking past the manager’s little cottage, onto someone else’s property towards the fast-flowing river. We walked along a track, past cliffs and

along the riverbank. Once we were down at the water, we skipped rocks. Ethan held the record for most skips – he got 12! Next, we had to cross the river. We made bridges out of rocks and tyres. Doug, with our instructor Kevin, held a rope so we had something to hold onto. Once across, we climbed on to the vertical riverbank, climbing sideways and cutting our hands and legs. We finally

got to the top! Ethan was the first person to fall into the river. His hands and legs had suddenly slipped. Blake and Oscar helped people out of the riverbank. Blake, Ethan and Xavier

Great Achievements at Goodwood

Preschool visit to Eldercare On Monday 7th & Tuesday 8th November some of our children visited the residents of Eldercare. We sang songs and did some craft activities making and painting poppies for Remembrance Day. It was a lovely visit and we were very proud of the way the children interacted with the residents.

Children’s Comments: I saw old people. I sang songs. I liked to sing. Ella I loved drawing rainbow writing. I loved painting flowers and drawing flowers. Even I loved the flowers on top of the roof. Lily I loved painting the big flower piece with Lily. I also loved singing. Lucca

I liked it when we sang. I felt happy. Tyler It was good and fun. I was happy when we got there. Indi I loved painting the poppy. Annabelle I liked it when I drawed the letters and I loved singing and I had a fun time. They were really old. Matilda I was painting the poppies. Elena It was good. I liked the craft. Nate I liked painting a picture. I felt a bit nervous. Everly We painted poppies. Olivia I liked colouring in the poppies and painting the poppies and cutting out. I liked the singing too. Deva It was good. I liked the songs. I liked the people that gave me scissors. Sunday I liked it when we danced and did the poppies. It was good. Sophie

I did some dancing there. I did a flower. I liked it. Lali It was good. I liked everything. I was excited. Luke It was good when I painted the egg carton. They were old. Lenny

Great Achievements at Goodwood

Music Is Fun We were lucky to have the "Music is Fun" band perform for us on Wednesday 16th November... well actually, I should say "with" us! Many of our children featured in the performance dressed in the most excellent outfits. Regards Caroline 5M

Sheep enjoying the Juicy Juicy Green Grass.

I'm a Green Pea (all we are saying is give peas a chance.)

The stars of the show.

The Pirates Who Don't Do Anything.

Week 5 Assembly

Congratulations to these students who received awards

at last week’s assembly….

CONFIDENCE

Hazel Hartwig Milenka Zysk-Faulkner

Eva Crombie Will Thomas

ORGANISATION

Simon Gong

PERSISTENCE

Naysan Amrein Matthew Lahn

Joe Fiegehen William Grist

Kyle Lonsdale Carys Jensen

Jemima Baker Moody Mitchell Martin

Micah Manning Ella Barter

Adi Pandey Lily O’Neill

Slade North Kiaan Mehra

Liam Maguire Kade Finlay

Sascha Bament-Green

GETTING ALONG

Emily Graetz Aura Nolasco

Xavier Casano Dion Bagnato

Sam Key

ACHIEVEMENT

Shigen Xu George Maurin

Shilah Francis-Sonsiri Noah Dichiera

Zarif Rahman Maymuna Musarrat

Marley Busbridge Ayaan Butt

Sveva Bianco-Prevot Jashan Singh

RESPECT

Henry Tinsley Anand Batjargal

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 Yukun Jesse Alisha

Week 8 Ammar Liam Jade

Week 9 Sam John Josh

Student News

Wheelie Wednesday at the Goody Patch

On Wednesdays students may ride/bring

their bike or scooter to school. The Goody

Patch will open to ride and scoot at lunch

time. Students MUST have a helmet. Thank

you to all the parents and students that

came to the PAC during open night and

completed the Way2Go survey.

Week 7—Bronwyn and Janet

Week 8—IEL 1, 2 and 3

Week 9—Graeme and Diane

Bring your bike or scooter and a helmet!

Parent Survey

Walking and cycling to school What do you think?

The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure’s Way2Go program promotes safer, greener and more active

travel.

The Way2Go program is undertaking a research project exploring the impact of parent attitudes and perceptions on

their child travelling actively to and from school. The results will inform our ongoing work with schools and families. We

would like to talk about how your child travels to school and any advice you may have about children walking or cycling

to school.

Every response goes in the draw for one of three $300 gift vouchers for your school from a sports or equipment

supplier.

To find out more about how to participate please click on this link

http://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/2755530/Parent-Survey-S

Community News

Important Dates

Wednesday 23rd November Preschool transition 9-12pm Wednesday 23rd November Preschool parent get together 5.30pm

Thursday 24th November Preschool transition 9-12pm Monday 28th November concert Early Years 6pm

Tuesday 29th November Governing Council 7.30pm Wednesday 30th November assembly Holly 8M 2.30pm

Thursday 1st December 8M Holly on camp overnight Friday 2nd December Parent Tour 9am

Monday 5th December Concert Primary Years 6pm Wednesday 7th December Preschool Concert

Thursday 8th December Preschool Concert Friday 9th December Sports Assembly 9.30am

Friday 9th December Thank you Morning Tea 10.40am PAC Tuesday 13th December Celebrating Diversity IELC Breakfast 8am

Goodwood Road—Streetscape News Goody Road lights up! You may have noticed lights have been installed in our tree out the front of the school and at the front of

Goody Meats. The children have been making wreaths which will be displayed on the school’s front fence—keep an eye out.