Term 1 Week 7 Thursday12March2015
Quote for the Week: Facts do not cease to exist because they are ignored. Aldous Huxley
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FROM THE PRINCIPAL
New P&C Executive
It was very encouraging to see so many parents attend the AGM yesterday.
Our new executive team comprises:
President – Erin Devey
Vice President – Loretta Matthews
Secretary – Emma Russell Treasurer – Lyn North
Fundraising Coordinator – Leza Warren.
On behalf of our school community I would like to acknowledge outgoing President- Colleen Diesing and Secretary- Brian Wood for their many years of dedicated service to the Minden P&C.
Home Readers
The P&C have supported the purchase of a new Home Reading scheme for the junior school as the current books are outdated and in a state of disrepair. The books should be in use by the beginning of next term.
Harmony Day
On Friday 20 March our school will acknowledge the National Day Against Bullying and Violence through various classroom activities. Children are encouraged to wear an item of orange clothing – a shirt, hair ties, socks or hats. Clothing must comply with sun-safety regulations and shoes need to be closed in.
Chaplaincy Fundraiser
This Friday is a Crazy Hair and Free Dress Day with proceeds going to support the Chaplaincy program.
Attendance
Our current average daily attendance is 94.7% which is just slightly under Education Queensland’s target of 95%. Year 3 have the highest attendance rate with 96.5 %. With 3 weeks until the end of the term, it is important for children to attend school every day as teachers start to work through assessments and complete units.
Cross Country
All classes will participate in this annual event on Tuesday 24 March commencing shortly after 9:00am.To ensure the safety of the students while completing the course we require additional adults to “man” some of the stations around the course. If we do not have the required number of adults, the event will not go ahead. Any parents able to help out with either the junior or senior events, please let the office know.
Transition to Office 365
Education Queensland is transitioning all state schools to the Office 365 platform over the next few months. Minden’s “go live” date is Thursday 12 March (today). Whilst the transition should be relatively smooth, we may experience some issues and ask parents to be patient if this occurs.
Future Newsletters
In order to reduce our carbon footprint, reduce costs and increase office efficiency, the newsletter will be available in electronic format only from term 3 onwards. There will be a small number of hard copies available from the office upon request. The newsletter can also be accessed via the school’s website. Please ensure your email is up-to-date if you wish to receive the newsletter via this method.
Tuckshop
It is with much sadness and some concern that our Tuckshop remains closed. Attached to this newsletter is an information sheet regarding the role of Tuckshop Convenor and volunteer. Hopefully this information will clearly explain what each role entails so the Tuckshop can become operational for term 2.
School Rules and Bounce Back
Since the beginning of the term, all classes have focussed on learning about our 3 school rules. This involves explicit lessons on what each rule means in various settings around the school. Bounce Back is a whole-school resilience program comprising 9 units with lessons on different aspects of the program being taught every week. We appreciate parents reinforcing these concepts with their children at home.
Assembly Gotcha Awards
Parents and Citizens Association News
Uniforms
Please contact Sharon for uniform purchases – 0430751491
Sharon will be available to fulfil orders on a Wednesday and Friday, with the exception of any new students.
General School News
Easter Activities:
All students in the Prep to Year 3 classes will be involved in a morning of Easter activities on Monday the 30th March. The activities will run from 9am to 11am concluding with an Easter egg hunt. If you would like to assist in Prep/Year 1/Year 2/Year 3 on the day please see your child’s teacher. Please inform your teacher if you do not want your child to participate in our Easter activities, we can organize alternative activities on the day.
Thank you
Prep, Year 1, Year 2 and Year 3 Teachers
School Chaplain
“The 5cent Train Chappy Challenge”
We have commenced collecting from Monday 2nd March, and finalise counting on Friday 27th March, with the winner being announced on the final assembly of term, Thursday 2nd April. I will display the winning 'train' for all to see. The winning class will be presented with a trophy, certificate and there will also be a prize for each student of the winning class. This will be our second annual 5cent train and everyone agrees it is a fun, competitive challenge for all ages.
All donations from our community will be gratefully received.
Share a smile with someone you meet, it could brighten their day.
Mrs Hewett
Rebecca Hewett
School Chaplain
Mt Tarampa, Fernvale & Minden
Outside School Hours Care (OSHC)
Operating hours: Monday – Friday before school opening at 6.15am and after school closing at 6.00pm.
If you would like further details please call 0408-409572.
Classroom News
Prep Parent information:
*Munch/Crunch – please remember this is a short break. Fruit or vegy snacks need to be easy to eat quickly.
*Drink bottles – please make sure your child has a drink bottle each day.
*High Frequency words – I hope students are having fun with the site I sent home. Hopefully this will make learning of High Frequency Words fun! (
* Prep students have started using computers on a Friday. To access Reading Eggs students require headphones. There are a few students that still require headphones.
*Please ask if you are unsure about anything…
Thank you
Mrs Williams and the Prep Students
Birthdays
Happy Birthday from everyone at Minden State School.
Community Notices
Quick And Easy Mower Repairs and Sales
Qualified Small Engine mechanic
Servicing Push Mowers & Ride on Mowers.
Wally Ulph
Mob: 0428573070
26 Hinze Road Minden 4311
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