Dear Parents and Guardians,

This week both Mrs Dean and I were interviewed by Southern Cross University School of Education as part of their research into high performing schools. Punchbowl Primary School was the only Tasmanian school asked to be involved in the research.  Our school was selected due to the high gains our students have made over the last 3 years in reading.  It is pleasing to see that our school is performing significantly better than similar schools.  I would like to congratulate all our teachers for their hard work and dedication to continually improve their practice and create such an outstanding learning environments for our children.  I would also like to thank families for your continuing support.

North South Sport Exchange

Once again, we have had students selected from our school to participate in the North/South sport exchange.  These students have been nominated by coaches of teams from Friday sport or have been selected due to their achievements in their sport outside of school. I would like to congratulate the students listed below in making the teams.  Both Mrs Dean and Mrs Bent from our school will be coaching teams on the day.  For a small school we have a good representation.

Boys Football: Logan Speed & Kie McKendrick

Girls Football: Sofia Agaiava, Grace Weldon, Lily Hollister, Jade Binns &                  Sophie Cameron

Hockey: Caitlin Watts, Alastair Stebbings & Oliver French

Soccer: Barney Wilcox & Olivia Logan

Netball: Ally Wilson

Fire Education & Science Week

Next week we have classes participating in both Science week and Fire Education week.  

Every second year our students are involved in Fire education.  The program supports students in learning how to develop a fire evacuation plan for their home and what to do in case of an emergency.  It is clear that this valuable learning is contributing to saving lives in emergencies.  Please take the time to talk with your children about what they are learning in these lessons. 

Along with Fire Education, classes are having a focus on Science week with many classrooms participating in Science Extravaganzas. Information has been sent home to parents of classes who are participating. We look forward to parents joining in our learning!

Book Week

Just a reminder that Book Week is coming up soon.  A letter has already gone home explaining some of the activities planned including the Prep- Grade 6  ‘Superhero’ dress up day and read together with parents on Wednesday 21^st August.  Kinder students will hold their dress up day and a shared story on Thursday 22^nd of August.

School Satisfaction Surveys

Annual School Satisfaction Surveys for parents and staff are being conducted during August 2019 across Tasmanian government schools.

The surveys provide an opportunity for parents and staff to give important feedback on what the school does well and where we can improve. Questions cover a range of topics about our school.

All responses are secure and anonymous.

Parents and staff are invited to participate.

Parents selected to participate in the parent survey will receive a letter in coming days.

We encourage you to complete the survey to give our school a clear direction for future programs and services for students.

Please contact the office if you wish to use a school computer to complete the survey.

IMPORTANT:  In 2019, all students from grades 4-6 will be undertaking a Wellbeing Survey that will incorporate elements of the Satisfaction Survey.  Students will be given a Wellbeing pamphlet written by the Education Department to read before they complete the survey.  Teachers will give these out to students in the next week.

School Association

This week the School Association ran the Scholastics Book Fair. I would like to thank the small group of parents who set up the book display and stayed at school to be with classes as students perused the lovely selection of books and bought some favourites. 

Do not forget the School Association also has their Annual Trivia Night coming up at the end of the month. Tables are beginning to be formed, it is always a fun night so pencil it into your calendars and enlist some trivia buffs for your table.

The next School Association meeting is on Wednesday 21^st of August from 7 – 8 pm. 

Liz O'Donahue - Principal

Attention: Parents and Carers of students in Years 4 to 6

Student Wellbeing Survey

The wellbeing of our students is important to us.

To get an understanding of how students across Tasmania feel about their own wellbeing, students in Year/s 4–6 at Punchbowl Primary School will be taking part in a wellbeing survey.

The Student Wellbeing Survey is part of the Department of Education’s Child and Student Wellbeing Strategy.

The details for the survey are:

When: 26th August to 30th August

Who: Students in Grades 4 to 6

What do I need to do: You and your child don’t need to do anything. The survey will be done in class time and will not require your child to prepare in any way.

A letter with more information has been sent home with all Year 4 to 6 students, including Frequently Asked Questions and a form to sign and return to the school if you do not want your child to participate in the survey.   

If you would like further information, please contact Liz O'Donahue.

Thank you for supporting us to ensure that all our learners are safe, feel supported and are able to flourish, so they can engage in learning.

If your child is turning 5 in 2020 or you know of someone who is, they are eligible to start Kindergarten in 2020.   Shortly, we will be organising our Term 4 Pre-Kindergarten sessions for children who have enrolled & completed the required enrolment form.  Only children who have returned Enrolment Forms are invited to attend these sessions. If you haven’t yet completed an Enrolment Form, they are available from our school office. 

The Department of Education also require us to be provided with original or certified copies of evidence of the following, as soon as possible so your child can attend these sessions

1. The student’s identity – Birth certificate or Passport
2. The identity of the enrolling parent/guardian – Drivers Licence
3. The students residential address – lease agreement, telephone, utility account
4. Immunisation records

(from Assembly 30th July 2019)

P-1 Millen	Luke S, Amarli J, Maisie S
P-1 Lockwood	Eleonora P, Ryan B, Alexis D
P-1 Baker/Peachey	Tazmin B, Matilda H, Joel D
1-2 Dunn	Tayte S, Henry F
2 Stagoll	Bella A, Ollie G, Eva W
3 Wells	Alyssa P, Charlie D, Hadi H, Toby A
3-4 Johnstone	Ryan B, Grayson A
4 McCarragher	Ashton Q, Bella B
4-5 Shephard/Peachey	Lily H, Maddi S
5-6 Sutton/Piper	Anders S, Daniel B
5-6 Bodell	Zahra H, Ellen Y
5-6 Frerk/Bent	Eirik B, Acadia J, Riley P

Congratulations

Our classes will be launching our rockets (weather permitting) on the morning of Monday the 12th August. Mrs Dunn’s class will go first around 9:20 am followed by Miss Stagoll’s from 10:00 am and Mrs Cameron’s class will launch their rockets after recess from 11:30 am if you would like to come along to watch.

Thanks grade 1/2 teachers

Dental Health week is the Australian Dental Association’s (ADA) major annual oral health promotion event. We support this education and the importance of promoting the ADA’s key messages to maintaining good oral health.

The key messages are:

• Brush twice daily with fluoride toothpaste.
• Flossing once a day.
• Healthy eating and less sugary drinks and food.
• Having regular check-ups with the dentist.

Should you wish to make a check-up appointment for your child please phone Oral Health Services Tasmania Kings Meadows Dental Clinic on 6777 1112 or Riverside No Gap Dental on 6311 0520.

Students who are intending to play spring/summer sport may wish to take advantage of this opportunity.

The Ticket To Play initiative provides students whose parents/guardians/carers have a Centrelink Health Care Card or Pensioner Concession Card with a voucher of up to $100 to pay for registration/membership of an approved activity provider/sports club.

https://www.communities.tas.gov.au/ticket-to-play/about-ticket-to-play

See the COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARD situated in the walkway outside P-1A Millen classroom for all upcoming community events

Piano lessons

Piano lessons available on Monday from 4.00pm-6.30pm and weekend from 10.00am-4.00pm. $30/30 min with the first trial free lesson.

I teach students of all ages starting from 4 years old. I also have an upright Piano at my house specifically for teaching. I have been teaching Piano for 17 years in studios, International schools and privately. Students will be able to learn performance skills, theory and aural training at the same time.

All lessons are designed to be fun and motivating for students to instil a love of music which can lead them to success. Please do not hesitate to contact me for the first trial lesson free.

Please contact 0477 665 951

 

PEACE DOVES

Inviting people to think about, and discuss, Peace.

Empowering communities

2019 Tamar Valley Peace Festival

The 2019 Festival dates are on and around August 9th – Sunday August 18^th

Everyone is invited to host activities that demonstrate their way of creating goodwill and a harmonious, safe and welcoming community.

Return date: Please have the doves back to Launceston Library by the end of Term 2

They will be displayed in the ground floor window of Launceston Library from Monday 6th August (And the last few years have generated such an interest that the Doves have stayed on display for a few months) 

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