May 29th
Investing in Education
This week the state budget was released. There are some major positives for schools outlined in the information released, in particular, additional funding directed at some of our most at risk children. The philosophy of ‘Education is the single most powerful driver for improving economic and social outcomes in Tasmania, including health, life expectancy, happiness and productivity’ is one we can all identify with. Within the budget detail there have been concerns raised by the Australian Education Union which include impacts on relief teachers and also on how resourcing of additional staff will be funded. More information will be provided as the budget is further unpacked.
Absences
As the winter season begins we have a number of students and staff who become unwell. As a school we endeavour to provide the best cover we can for your child’s class and ask that you please speak with a member of the leadership team if you have concerns. We also ask that if students are absent the office is notified as to the reason, this enables us to dismiss any absence alerts which may trigger department letters.
Uniform
During the past fortnight we have had a number of excursions take place with classes across the school. Our children have looked very smart in their school uniforms representing Norwood Primary School proudly. Thank you to all parents and helpers who have been able to support these events. A reminder that we do ask children to remove puffer jackets and coats in class, all rooms have heat pumps and we ensure they are at a comfortable temperature for learning.
Mrs Rachel Brown
2-3 Glen Excursion
Tomorrow 30th May, 2-3G will be travelling by bus to the Gorge to continue our First Tasmanians inquiry. We will be led by Tasmanian Aboriginal Historian Geoff McLean and will be learning about the Gorge and its connections with, and significance to, First Tasmanians. We will be looking at features of the Gorge from a First Tasmanians perspective, why it was important to them and learning about local resources used.
The bus will leave school promptly at 9:15am and return to school by 2:30pm. All students need to wear their PE uniform and bring a school jumper and a windproof jacket as the Gorge area may be cold. Students will also need a packed recess, lunch and a large drink. NO RECESS OR LUNCH ORDERS on this day.
If any parents are able to assist with this excursion could they please speak to Ms Glen. It is a requirement for accompanying parents to have a current Working With Vulnerable People card.
Last Thursday was Cross Country day for all students. The Early Childhood students got the day rolling first with much excitement. Some great running was shown by a number of students. While there wasn’t a focus on 'place' results, many close battles occurred when coming into the finishing line. The high level of parent support was great to see, supporting a positive atmosphere on the day. Special mention goes to our Grade 6 Leaders for their support during the carnival.
The ‘big kids’ had their turn post Lunch, with plenty of excitement and nervousness showing on faces. All students who completed the race are to be congratulated, with many tough races occurring. Participation levels were high after training all term in PE and Daily PE for this one event. From quite early on in the carnival, Wattle took the lead for house bragging rights and despite the gap to Banksia and Waratah closing at different stages, Wattle took out their second carnival of the year on 153 points. Waratah snuck home in 2nd on 131 points in front of Banksia on 127.
Special congratulations to those who finished in the top 5 of their event to book their place on the bus to Waverley next Friday for the LSSSA Cross Country.
Ben Humphrey
Students in grade 3-4 Faulkner have been practising their computer skills by importing photos and manipulating them, inserting a background, boarders and graphics using our photos from our class excursion to Hollybank. We have recently completed two art tasks. Drawings of feathers focussing on colour and black and white pictures were focussing on shape.
We have created some beautiful instructional drawings of pandas.
Kinder Leedham would like to thank the families who came into our classroom to have a play and view our Celebration of Learning books. It was also lovely to have so many parents cheering us on while we were running our Cross Country. We were all very tired by the end of the day! Bec Leedham
Sharing Time
When: Monday June 3rd 4.30-5.10pm
What For: To share some photos and our formative reporting books -
Celebration of Learning books
Who For: Parents, Kinder children (siblings and extended family also welcome!)
Walking Excursion
When: Thursday June 6th, 10am-12 only if the weather is fine.
Where to: Regis Aged Care
What For: To develop connections with our community
Parent help with current “Working with Vulnerable People” cards would be
appreciated.
Parent/Teacher Discussions
Parent teacher discussions will be happening on Monday June 17th 3pm-4:30pm, Thursday June 20th 3pm-4:30pm and Tuesday June 25th 3pm-7pm. Appointments will be 15 minutes and there will be time to talk about and receive a copy of your child’s Kindergarten Development Check, discuss their progress and ask questions. Keep you eye on the newsletter for booking details.
Parent Help
Parent help welcome. Please see me to arrange a mutually convenient time.
Norwood will be competing in the Division B Cross Country Carnival on Friday 7th June. Students will be leaving school promptly at 8:55am. Team members will receive a permission form this week. Please complete and return to school.
Congratulations to the following students who have been selected to represent Norwood Primary School.
| Grade 3 Girls | Grade 3 Boys | Grade 4 Girls | Grade 4 Boys |
| Claire R | Charlie B | Mackenzi S | Oscar L |
| Lily D | Patrick R | Ava E | Mason H |
| Scarlett P | Sam G | Zoe R | Archie P |
| Ella B | Kasper P | Ruby S | Archie M |
| Charlotte P | Jaspar W | Amy B | Liam B |
| Res: Mahli S | Res: Tyler L | Res: Maddi Y | Res: Malakai D |
| Grade 5 Girls | Grade 5 Boys | Grade 6 Girls | Grade 6 Boys |
| Ella F | Brad W | Zoe P | Riley H |
| Holly D | Tom M | Ella M | Arden E |
| Pixie S | Casey N | Eliza F | Liam B |
| Chloe T | Alex L | Georgia W | Cadel F |
| Sophie F | Archer F | Rikki-Lee L | Ryken L |
| Res: Annie H | Res: Tom S | Res: Kiarra J | RES: Tom N |
All classes are looking forward to next Monday's incursion - Scien-tastic. It will demonstrate (simply) how physics and engineering assist our world.
Celebration for reaching 100 nights of reading
We will be holding an afternoon celebration for those students who reach 100 nights of reading by Wednesday 5th June and a second celebration on Wednesday 26th June. If you don’t reach 100 nights by these dates you can participate in our Term 3 celebration.
Keep up the great reading!
Literacy Team
| May | |
| 30th | 2-3 Glen excursion |
| June | |
| 6th | Kinder House walk to Regis Aged Care |
| 7th | LSSSA Cross Country |
| 10th | Long Weekend |
| 11th | School Association Meeting at 7:30pm |
| 21st | NPS Winter Fest 5pm - 9pm |
| 21st | Wood Raffle to be drawn |
Conratulations to Axel Z (6R) for being selected in the Gymanstics Tasmanian State Team. Axel will be competing in the Australian Gymnastics Championships (Trampoline) in Melbourne during this week. Good luck Axel!
Congratulations to Matilda T (5M/H) who has been accepted into the Tasmanian Youth Classical Ballet Company for 2019.
Early Childhood Assembly - Wednesday 12th June at 2:20pm - hosted by 2-3 Glen
Primary Assembly - Wednesday 19th June at 2:20pm - hosted by 5 Marshall/Holt
Norwood Primary School Association
Next School Association meeting:
When: Tuesday 11th June
Time: 7:30pm
Where: School Library
Agenda:
- Winter Festival
- Grade 6 Fundraising – Raffle, Kindling and Cake Stall
- Before School Care
- Father's Day Stall
- Entertainment Books
- School Photos
- Election Day BBQ
- Fundraising process and policies
- Yellow Lines – near the School Crossing
Please send all additional agenda items to norwoodpsa@gmail.com
Everyone is welcome to attend!
Kindling For Sale
The School Association is selling bags of Kindling as a part of our fundraising. Bags are $8 each for 7kg. Great for starting the fire on those cold winter nights.
Please contact Sarah on 0408 449714, to order yours today!
Norwood Winter Festival
The Inaugural Norwood Winter Festival is only four weeks away and promises to be a very special night with food, entertainment, beer and wine, and 30 Makers Market stalls. The event will provide much needed funding to assist the school with proposed renovations to the Kindergarten/Prep Play Area whilst bringing the community together to share in our wonderful school, in what will be a very enjoyable night.
I urge everyone to hop on Facebook and check out all the attractions that we have coming. There’s something new to read every night so pop the date Friday June 21st in your diaries.
https://www.facebook.com/Norwood-Winter-Festival-584100308724720/
Election Day BBQ
Firstly a huge Thank You to businesses who donated to us - Cripps Nubake, Pure Food Eggs, SRT Logistics and especially to the all those families who donated cans of cordial for our Election Day BBQ.
The School Association would like to say a really big thankyou to all our volunteers on the day including all the Grade Six students who helped, Sarah & Scott Merritt, Chantal Innes, Savanna Moore, Angela Hawley, Scott Driessen, Kirsty Crawford, Jo Leslie, Fiona Baker, Fiona Ricketts, Sally O’Donnell, Ben Cunningham, Nicole Moir & Rachel Brown along with Scott Morrison. You all made this day such a success, yes I did say Scott Morrison not a well-kept secret but he did turn a sausage or two so he gets a thanks as well, it’s only fair!
We raised over $1100.00 in BBQ sales along with over $350.00 in the Wood Raffle but more importantly we did our school really proud. The Grade 6 students walked the election line selling tickets and handing out flyers for the Winter Festival and a fun day was had by all.
Ticket To Play Initiative
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