September 8th
- From the Principal
- Excursions
- Swimming and Water Safety
- Values and Expected Behaviours at NPS
- Mapping and Geography in 3-4 Farran/Holt
- Congratulations
- Launching into Learning
- LIFT
- Assembly Roster
- 5-6 Sport Roster
- Kinder Enrolment 2022
- Well Done
- Upcoming Events
- Queechy High School Parent Information Session
- School Association News
- Schools Triathlon Challenge
- Community News
It's hard to believe that we are drawing close to the end of term 3! This means that we are in the process of organisation for 2022. If you are in a position to know if you will be moving from Norwood PS next year could you please inform our office staff as this will help with our organisation of classes. Also, if you have a child (or know of a child) who has turned, or will turn 4, on or before December 31st this year, then they are of age to start their school journey in Kindergarten next year. Please make contact with our office staff as soon as possible to begin this process.
Hats
Yes, it's that time of the year when, finally, the sun is shining more readily.... this means that we need to pull the hats out of storage to bring along to school each day. This week we have asked students to start bringing their hats along and already have many students doing so. If they haven't already please get your children to put their hat in their bag. Hats can be purchased from Midford School Wear or our school office.
NAPLAN Results
This week we will be sending hard copies of grades 3 & 5 NAPLAN results, and an information sheet, home in a sealed envelope with students. We will send relevant families a text message to let you know to check bags for the report on the afternoon this is given to students. An email will also be sent to you with some school-based information about this.
Headlice .... ahhh!
This is an ongoing problem in all schools, and one that is not easily solved, however, there are things that can be done to limit the transfer. One simple way of limiting the transfer from one person to the other is to have hair shoulder length or longer tied back firmly.... plaits are even better! This prevents hair flying around and potentially coming into contact with other hair. Having hair tied back is also part of our uniform policy that has been endorsed by our School Association. Children with hair out will now be asked to tie it back with a new hair band provided by the school.
For information about treating and then removing any remaining lice eggs can be found by following this link: https://oureverydaylife.com/how-do-i-suffocate-head-lice-nits-with-hair-conditioner-12361636.html
Kind regards, Karen
Kinder Olsen
As part of our inquiry unit into farm animals, Kinder Olsen will be attending an excursion to Hagley Farm. Our focus for the day will be experiencing what it’s like to be on a farm and observing the different qualities of each farm animal.
Date: Wednesday 15th September
Time: Depart school at 9:10am and arrive back by 2:45pm
Clothing: School uniform with comfortable walking shoes, and bring a coat or jacket.
Recess/Lunch: Students will need to bring a packed fruit break, morning tea, lunch and a big drink of water
Kelly Olsen
Classroom Teacher
Kinder Leedham & Kinder Williams
As part of our inquiry unit into farm animals, Kinder Leedham and Kinder Williams will be attending an excursion to Hagley Farm. Our focus for the day will be experiencing what it’s like to be on a farm and observing the different qualities of each farm animal.
Date: Monday 20th September
Time: Depart school at 9:10am and arrive back by 2:45pm
Clothing: School uniform with comfortable walking shoes, and bring a coat or jacket.
Recess/Lunch: Students will need to bring a packed fruit break, morning tea, lunch and a big drink of water
Rebecca Leedham and Melinda Williams
Classroom Teachers
Prep Green/Gale
Our classes will be travelling by bus to WildSpaces; a nature play space at St Giles. This is part of our inquiry focusing on emotional regulation.
Date: Friday 17th September
Time: Depart school at 9:15am and arrive back by 11:15am
Clothing: School uniform and bring a jumper or jacket.
Recess/Lunch: Students will also need a packed recess and drink bottle of water. The canteen will not be available for recess orders.
Sarah Green and Caroline Gale
Classroom Teachers
Prep Taylor
Our classes will be travelling by bus to WildSpaces; a nature play space at St Giles. This is part of our inquiry focusing on emotional regulation.
Date: Friday 17th September
Time: Depart school at 10:45am and arrive back by 12:45pm
Clothing: School uniform and bring a jumper or jacket.
Recess/Lunch: Students will also need a packed recess and drink bottle of water. The canteen will not be available for recess orders.
Alison Taylor
Classroom Teacher
Prep-1 Paulsen
Our classes will be travelling by bus to WildSpaces; a nature play space at St Giles. This is part of our inquiry focusing on emotional regulation.
Date: Friday 17th September
Time: Depart school at 12:15pm and arrive back by 2:30pm
Clothing: School uniform and bring a jumper or jacket.
Recess/Lunch: Students will also need a packed lunch and drink bottle of water. The canteen will not be available for lunch orders.
Laine Paulsen
Classroom Teacher
Starts Monday 13th September - Finishes on Friday 24th September (last two weeks of term)
| Depart NPS | Depart Pool | Class |
| 9:05am | 10:25am | 3-4 F/H and 3-4 M |
| 10:05am | 11:25am | 3 G and 3-4 H |
| 11:05am | 12:25pm | 4-5 F |
| 12:15pm | 1:45pm | 5's from 5-6 D, 5-6 F, 5-6 R and invited gr 6's |
| 1:25pm | 2:45pm | 5's from 5-6 P and 5-6 M |
Our annual Swimming and Water Safety Program (SWSP) starts next week and is being held at the Launceston Aquatic Centre this year.
Please ensure your child/ren are suitably prepared for the pool with their bathers, towel, goggles (can be worn at certain stages in the program), warm school clothes as well as an extra plastic bag for wet clothes. Swimming caps are provided by the school for all students.
The SWSP is a crucial part of HPE curriculum and an excellent opportunity for all students to improve their swimming skills, boat safety knowledge as well as overall confidence in aquatic environments. The program is beneficial for all students, no matter their previous experience in the pool.
Every day at the pool with our Swimming teachers makes a difference!
Grade 3-4 Maconachie and 3-4 Farran/Holt are permitted to wear their bathers under their school uniform. All other classes must come to school in normal school uniform and will get changed at the pool.
Please remember that if your child regularly uses the canteen on Thursdays and Fridays, they may be unable to due to being offsite.
Any questions about the SWSP should be directed to the school office.
Ben Humphrey
As previously communicated with you all, Norwood Primary School has been a long-time advocate of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) in our everyday interactions within our school. During 2020 we began some work with staff to align the Department of Education values of Aspiration, Growth, Courage and Respect with our PBS structures. This year we have continued this approach and have re-aligned our behavioural approach to reflect the DoE values. These Values represent what is at the heart of our Department and school. They reflect what we stand for, guide our decision making and underpin all aspects of ours and our students work. Aligned to these Values we have collectively created our ‘Expected Student Behaviour’ document through many hours of work. Over recent weeks we have been working with a graphic design team to construct the following visual.
These 'Expected Student Behaviours' shape our students “way of working” and are closely aligned to our core values. Through this collaboration we have provided a framework to support student wellbeing and behaviour, enabling all learners to succeed. These Expected Student Behaviours frame up our students “way of working”. These documents were collaboratively designed and carefully considered, giving a voice to stakeholder groups, including students. Have a conversation with your child around our Expected Behaviour or Values, you may be surprised with what they can tell you.
We have been learning about the key features of the states and territories of Australia. Here are some photographs of our experts sharing their knowledge and research. We have also been developing our mapping skills and have created our own maps.
Values Certificates
The following students received certificates in our recent Early Childhood and Primary Assemblies for displaying exceptional behaviour, and an outstanding approach to learning and academic excellence.
| Prep Green/Gale | Oscar S, Hudson H, Maddox H |
| Prep Taylor | Amelia P, Ethan B, Minnie C |
| Prep-1 Paulsen | Kairi B, Diaz E, Thomas R |
| 1 Andrew | Amali V, Annie V, Chaston K |
| 1-2 Roberts | Kaylob E, Mia-Jayne R, Oli G |
| 1-2 Walker | Cash S, Vara C, Isabella H |
| 2 Garwood | Billie S, Cooper M, Macey D |
| 2 Hayes/McArthur | Oscar K, Macy E, Liam G |
| 3 Glen | Lucas H, Heidi E, Iris D |
| 3-4 Hill | Shelby F, Charlie M, Olivia W |
| 3-4 Farran/Holt | Bria J, Chace M, Rhys O |
| 3-4 Maconachie | Brodie B, Larnie B, Henry S |
| 4-5 Faulkner | Ruby F, Charlie B, Matilda S |
| 5-6 Driessen | Oscar D, Lorenzo A, Jett K |
| 5-6 Finnigan | Hayden W, Ruby D, Oliver F |
| 5-6 Marshall | Ruby T, Connor H, Kasper P |
| 5-6 Poke/Walker | Josh M, Charlotte P, Izzy S |
| 5-6 Richards | Farishta A, Elijah B, Myah H |
On Tuesday the LiL families had lots of fun at our pop up playgroup at the YMCA Kings Meadows. It was so fantastic to see so many of our families come along!!
If you have a child 0-4 years of age and would like to know more of what’s happening in regards to programs then please join our face book page- ‘Launching Into Learning at Norwood Primary School’ or contact the school office and ask to speak to Tania Fankhauser.
Tip of the Week
Do you get the classic answer of “nothing” after asking your child the question “what did you do at school today? Maybe try some of these questions instead…..
Assemblies are able to have an audience, however due to COVID safety requirements - venue density and physical distancing - it will only be parent/guardians of the host class and certificate recipients.
An invitation to attend will be sent to parents via text. Invited guests will be required to check in at the office using the Check in Tas app - this is a mandatory Public Health directive. If you are unwell or have symptoms of a cough, cold or fever you are unable to attend.
| Date | Sector | Host Class |
| 16/9 | Whole School | 3-4 Farran/Holt |
| 23/9 | Whole School | Student Leaders & Grade 6 Student Parliamentarians |
Spectators are able to attend HOME GAMES ONLY (if your child is playing at Norwood Primary School) - 2 spectators per family - you are unable to spectate at other schools or venues.
Spectators must check in at the front office by using the Check in Tas app. If you are unwell or have symptoms of a cold, cough or fever you must not attend.
| Date: 10th September | |
| Hockey | St Leonards Hockey Centre |
| Soccer | East Tamar |
| Bootcamp | Norwood |
| Netball Marshall | Punchbowl |
| Netball Richards | Norwood |
| Football Poke | Norwood |
| Football Driessen | Punchbowl |
Kinder 2022
Enrolment forms for children who live in our school intake area and will be coming into kindergarten in 2022 have been given out. Please return these forms to the office as quickly as you can, along with:
- your child’s birth certificate
- immunisation record
- documentation of child’s medical conditions
- proof of parent identity eg. Driver licence
- proof of residence
Surveys regarding preferences for session times will be emailed to you on return of your enrolment forms.
Please pass this information onto other families living in the Norwood community. Thank you!
Lynn Wyllie-Watson
| Monday 13 - Friday 24 Sept. | Gr 3-5 Swimming and Water Safety Program |
| Wednesday 15 September | Kinder O Hagley Farm Excursion |
| Friday 17 September | Prep Wildspace Excursion |
| Monday 20 September | Kinder L and Kinder W Hagley Farm Excursion |
| Thursday 23 September | School Disco |
| Friday 24 September | Loud Shirt Day |
| Friday 24 September | Last Day of Term 3 |
| Monday 11 October | First Day of Term 4 |
| Wednesday 27 October | 5-6 Swimming Carnival |
| Friday 29 October | Student Free Day |
| Monday 1 November | Long Weekend (Recreation Day) |
| Friday 5 November | LSSSA Swimming Carnival |
| Wednesday 24 November | Grade 6 Orientation Day |
| Thursday 25 November | Schools Triathlon Challenge |
| Tuesday 14 December | Grade 6 Leavers Dinner |
| Thursday 16 December | Last Day of Term 4 |
School Disco
PLEASE NOTE: Forms were sent home on Monday. Please return your permission slip and cash payment to the Office by Monday 20th September.
Norwood Primary School Association School Disco is on Thursday 23rd September. Entry fee $2.50 per child. Children will be able to purchase small packets of chips, small chocolates and small drinks (50c-$1 each) from the Kitchen in the Hall.
Kinder - Grade 2: 3:45pm-4:45pm
Grade 3/4: 5:00pm-6:15pm
Grade 5/6: 6:30pm-7:45pm
Due to current COVID-19 regulations within the Department of Education, supervision of students this year will be shared between some teaching staff and a capped number of parents with WWVP card.
We ask that all parents drop off their children, just outside the hall and check them in and be ready outside the hall to collect their children at the allocated finish time. A parent/guardian MUST be there to pick up children from the hall directly.
NO PHONES will be allowed in the Hall, if using, teachers will remove and return at end of session.
School Fair 2022
Next School Association meeting:
When: Tuesday 14th September 2021
Time: 7:00pm
Where: Staff room
Agenda: School Disco, 2022 School Fair, End of Year Picnic, School wish list, Father’s Day report, 3-4 Swimming Carnival.
Committee members voting on - Disco expenses, liquor licence, wish list spending limit increase.
Please send all agenda items to norwoodpsa@gmail.com
Everyone is welcome to attend!
Minutes from our last meeting, 17th August are now available on the school notice board. If you would like a copy emailed please contact us at norwoodpsa@gmail.com
Thank you!
Entertainment Book
The Schools Triathlon Challenge will be held again this year.
When - Thursday November 25th at the Bluff, Devonport
Who - Grade 3-6 students
Students can enter individual and team events or participate in both
Teams can be made up of students from different grades
Teams can be all male, all female or mixed
Teams can be made up of 2 or 3 students
Entry Fee: $25
Students only pay $25 regardless of how many events they are entered in
Entry forms can be collected from the school office and returned with $25 no later than Friday September 24th
For more information:
www.schoolstrathlonchallenge.com
Follow on facebook @ Schools Triathlon Challenge
