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2021 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Term 1 Monday 8 March Labour Day Public Holiday Monday 22 March School Council AGM @ 1:15pm in the School Library Thurs 1 April Last day of Term 1 Friday 2 April Public Holiday—Good Friday

Term 2 Monday 19 April Start of Term 2

Week 6 - Tuesday, 2 March, 2021

School Council What is a school council and what does it do?

All government schools in Victoria have a school council. They are legally constituted bodies that are given powers to set the broad direction of a school in accordance with their constituting Order and the Education and Training Reform Act 2006. In doing this, a school council is able to directly influence the quality of education that the school provides for its students.

Why is parent membership so important?

Parents on school councils provide important viewpoints and have valuable skills that can help inform and shape the direction of the school.

Those parents who become active on a school council find their involvement satisfying and may also find that their children feel a greater sense of belonging.

Do I need special experience to be on school council?

Each member brings their own valuable life skills and knowledge to the role. However, councillors may need to develop skills and acquire knowledge in areas that are unfamiliar to them. It is important to have an interest in your child’s school and the desire to work in partnership with others to help shape the school’s future.

We have 3 parent vacancies on School Council to fill. Parent nomination forms are being sent home to families today with the newsletter.

If you would like to be part of this integral part of our school please fill out the form and send it in or just call into school and we will assist you with the paperwork. Please note that forms must be returned to school by 4:00pm on Tuesday, 9 March, 2021.

If you would like to discuss further what is required from School Councillors please talk to Liz, Wayne or Gayle, we are more than happy to explain what is involved. School Council meet twice a term for approximately 1 hour.

Notice of Meeting—School Council Annual General Meeting followed by General Meeting The Annual General Meeting School Council Meeting for 2021 is scheduled for Monday, 15 February @1:15pm in the School Library.

Katunga South is a Sun Smart School Reminder to all students that hats need to be worn at recess and lunch time during Term 1.

2021 Katunga South Primary School Class Photo

REMINDER—HOME FOR A DAY If your child is home from school for a day, please phone the school and let us know. Attendance is updated daily for all students.

Labour Day Public Holiday Next Monday, 8 March is the Labour Day Public Holiday - enjoy your long weekend.

ICY POLES (Zooper Doopers) Icy Poles are available at

recess and lunchtime for students for 50c each.

Congratulations to one of our past students Ashley Morrison who was recently awarded Royal Perth Hospital’s ‘Graduate Nurse of the Year’ for 2020. Ashley is the middle daughter of our school gardener Deb Farrell. Ashley completed her primary school years at Katunga South before attending St Mary of the Angels for the early part of her secondary school education. She completed secondary school in Western Australia after moving there when she was in year 11. Ashley worked at two jobs while studying for her nursing degree and realised her dreams when she graduated in 2019. Ashley now works as a surgical nurse at the Royal Perth Hospital and according to her mum was surprised and humbled to receive the award, particularly when she is doing a job that she loves. All at Katunga South congratulate Ashley on her award and wish her all the best for the future.

Sporting Schools session run yesterday

with Adam

Grade 6 t-shirts

The grade 6 t-shirts have been ordered and will be sent home with

the grade 6 students when they arrive.

Katunga Football Netball Club Registration Nights / Training Dates / Auskick and NetSetGo The Katunga Football Netball Club wishes to advise that our Registration sessions will be held at the following times:-

Thursday 25 February – 5-7:30pm

Sunday 28 February – 9-11:30am

Thursday 4 March – 5-7:30pm

Thursday 18 March – 5-7:30pm Unfortunately due to excessive numbers, registrations to play netball for 2021 are now closed, unless you have just moved to the area. Netballers are advised that they are still required to attend the registration nights to complete appropriate club paperwork and fees. It’s imperative that all online registrations are completed asap to be covered for insurance and club registrations and payment details to be completed on one of the above session or submitted and paid electronically. Please visit our website www.katungafnc.sportingpulse.net for further information, online registration links, club membership form and payment sheet. Football Training Seniors – Tuesday and Thursday - 6:15pm start Thirds – currently training Thursdays - 5:15pm start Fourths – Commencing Thursday 4 March at 5pm Fifths – Commencing Thursday 18 March at 5pm Netball Training Seniors – Tuesday and Thursday - 6:00pm start 17/Unders – Tuesday and Thursday - 5pm 15/Unders – Tuesday and Thursday - 5pm 13/Unders - Tuesday and Thursday - 5pm 11/Unders – Commencing Thursday 11 March at 5pm AusKick and NetSetGo will again run this year during Term 2. Details on registering will be available towards the end of Term 1. Please keep an eye on our website, FaceBook page or TeamApp. For further information please contact Rachael Howden on 0400 877 409 or katungafnc@outlook.com.

Forms to be returned 1. Nomination Form for parent membership of Katunga South Primary School Council - must be lodged at the school office by 4pm, 9 March, 2021

Borrowing Books from the Library Van Students borrow library books from the mobile Library Van on alternate Wednesdays. These books are on loan for a 2 week period.

If the library books borrowed are not returned by the student to the library van there will be a replacement cost involved to parents. Some books that can be borrowed can be up to $30 to replace.

Parents please make sure that if you child borrows from the Library Van that they return the book to school once read so it can be returned to the Library Van.