From the Principal’s Desk
Before School Care to be in place for 2010
The school requests that children do not arrive before 8:30am and should be collected by 3:00pm. Playground supervision is provided during the school breaks at morning tea and lunch but the supervision and safety of children is a major concern outside of the 8:30am to 3:00pm school day. Parents are asked not to allow students to be in the grounds, or be dropped at school, prior to 8:30am.
The Parents and Citizens’ Association currently runs a high quality and accredited Outside School Hours Care service for after school and holiday programs. I am very pleased to announce that this service will be extended to before school care in 2010. Students must be registered to take advantage of this service and parents are encouraged to express an interest in before school care as soon as possible to secure a place. Please contact the school office to express an interest. We will then arrange for the OSHC staff to contact you next term to ensure all paperwork is up to date when this service commences in January, next year.
Wavelengths
We are currently upgrading the school’s website and are including the main content of the fortnightly Wavelengths newsletter in the “latest news” section. We are aware that the paper versions “go missing,” but also that when students don’t live with both parents, regular communication to all is important. I would also like to extend an offer to email a “pdf” file of the newsletter to those who would like this method of communication. Please phone to register your interest.
Australian Business and Community Network
We currently have a group of Stockland employees volunteering their time to support the school’s reading programs. This has been organised by the Australian Business Community Network and will provide one-on-one support for ten students over the next few months. This is a great example of community involvement in the school and I would like to thank both ABCN and Stockland for their commitment to our students.
Regards
David
Positive Habit Awards
Congratulations to the following students for high standards in achieving some of the 7 Positive Habits:
Term 3 Week 6
Lacey B 1A Paris W 2A
Layni C 3A Makenzie H 4A
Sarah S 5A Tara K 5B
Term 3 Week 7
Jamie R Prep K Xara S Prep M
Takoda D 1B Harrison R 2B
Kira S 7A Henry M 3/4
District Athletics
Congratulations to our Athletes who competed at the final day of District Athletics last Thursday. Mooloolaba came 3rd in the B Schools Average Points Competition with a number of students making it through to Regional Level.
Jacinta Sweeney 1st 800m 11 year Girls
Courtney Frame 2nd 800m 10 year Girls
Amelia Ireland 3rd 800m 10 year Girls
Chloe Brown 2nd Shot Put 11 year Girls
Scott Sinclair 3rd High Jump 12 year Boys
Chloe Gorton 3rd 100m 11 year Girls
Music News – Sunshine Coast Junior Eisteddfod
Mooloolaba State School has excelled once again at this year’s Sunshine Coast Junior Eisteddfod. For an astonishing eighth year in a row, Mooloolaba’s all-conquering Recorder Ensemble took out first place. This was despite stiff opposition from six other ensembles which included the Sunshine Coast Youth Orchestra Recorder Ensemble.
Not to be outdone, several members of the Recorder Ensemble then competed in the solo and duet sections with equally outstanding results. Sala Fletcher won first place in the 10 years and under section while Casey Baggieri and Joel Williamson tied for second place in the 13 years and under section. In the duet section, Casey Baggieri and Sala Fletcher achieved second place while Joel Williamson and Scott Sinclair tied for third place with Hannah Wallace and Molly McNulty. Congratulations kids on a remarkable result.
Musicfest
Recently our Senior Choir performed in the final of the Sunshine Plaza 2009 Musicfest competition. Despite several members of the choir being absent due to illness, the Senior Choir did an outstanding job, finishing 3rd in the choir section of the competition. This was an excellent result given that Musicfest involved some 34 schools overall. Our prize for third was a beautiful trophy and $150. Well done Senior Choir.
Community Notices
Kawana District Girl Guides
Kawana District Girl Guides are desperately looking for two new leaders for their Gumnut Guide Unit and one new leader for their Ranger Guide Unit. The Kawana “Fairy” Gumnut Guide Unit is a small group of girls aged 5-7 years. They currently meet on a Tuesday afternoon from 3.15 to 4.45pm but this time can be changed if necessary. They are looking for two fun, caring and friendly women to share lots of fun and to inspire them. The Kawana “Frangipani” Ranger Guide Unit is a small group of girls aged 13 to 18 years that currently meet on a Tuesday evening from 5.00 to 7.00pm. They are looking for a second adult to act as a mentor and help them to organise their own program, whilst ensuring their safety.
If you know of anybody willing to help these wonderful groups of girls, please ask them to call Glenys Kempe (Kawana District Leader) on 5493 3520 or 0407 146 917. No Guiding experience is necessary but it helps to have a love of life, a willingness to try new experiences and an enthusiasm to inspire others.
PREP 2010 - Ready Steady Go!
Information for Parents about prep 2010. Presented by Katrina Van den Heuvel, in T Block – 7.00 pm to 8.30 pm
P&C NEWS
REMINDER TO CARERS/PARENT: -THE TUCKSHOP IS CLOSED EVERY TUESDAY STARTING 18TH August.
Don’t forget that homemade soup is now available everyday – check out the menu chalkboard outside the tuckshop area for what flavour is available.
WORKING BEE
Sunday, 30th August 2009 – 8 am until 12 noon. This will be a general tidy up – so bring your gardening gloves and forks for weeding and a general clean up. Come for an hour or come for the whole morning – we would love to see you and would really appreciate your help.
Mooloolaba Outside School Hours Care
A reminder to parents that Vacation Care is available from 21st September to 2nd October. Hours will be 7.00 am to 6.00 pm. Outdoor activities will include self defence, frisbee lessons and games and fitness hour all run by an accredited trainer. Indoor activities will include ping pong, variety of board games, computer access, TV games and movies.
Some of our menu items include Spaghetti Bolognaise, Hot Dogs, Pizza (home made) and sandwiches. We try to make our food as healthy and interesting as possible.
Mooloolaba OSHC provides a safe, caring and supportive environment where children can develop their physical, emotional and social needs. Our Centre has obtained a rating of High Quality through the National Childcare Accreditation Council and continues to provide the best provision of care. We have qualified staff trained in Early Childhood employed and we receive continuous professional development so that we can provide a safe and inclusive environment that children want to return to again and again!
Before School Care 2010
We will be providing Before School Care in 2010. The times will be 7.00am – 9.00am:
§ Breakfast will be provided
§ Qualified Staff
§ CCB Assistance and 50% Government Rebate
§ Activities and Fun
§ Homework time
§ Accredited High Quality
Please contact our Service Coordinator, Donna on either 5457 7224 or 0419 783 990.
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