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Be Responsible, Safe and Successful
13 May 2015
L I N K S
Principal’s Paragraph
Dear Parents, Caregivers and Community Members,
National Volunteer Week - 11-17 May 2015 National Volunteer week was established in 1989.
National Volunteer Week (NVW) is the largest celebration of volunteers and volunteerism in Australia. It
provides an opportunity to highlight the role of volunteers in society and say thank you to more than 6
million Australians, including 1.2 million Queenslanders who volunteer.
Bohlevale State School recognises and values the contribution that our parent volunteers make to our
school community and thank them for giving of their time so generously. It was wonderful to also have the
opportunity to interact with so many of our parent volunteers at the Volunteer Induction Program last
Thursday. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer at our school there are still many opportunities to
do so – whether it be in your child’s classroom, supporting P&C activities, the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen
Garden, Friday Breakfast Club, Library, Tuckshop and special events such as Under Eights’ Week or the
Electives Program.
Prep Mothers’ Day Afternoon Tea
Thanks to all the mums, grandmas and aunties who attended our Prep afternoon tea last Friday. It was
wonderful to see so many mums joining their children in Prep classrooms. I’d like to also acknowledge and
thank Ms Gudaitis and the Prep teachers and teacher aides for co-ordinating the afternoon tea.
NAPLAN
This week our Year 3 and 5 have been completing NAPLAN tests in Reading, Writing, Language
Conventions (spelling, grammar and punctuation) and Numeracy. NAPLAN assesses skills in literacy and
numeracy that are developed over time through the school curriculum. Individual student NAPLAN reports
will be sent home early in Term 4. Parents can use this information to monitor how their child is progressing
and to identify any areas of concern. Parents may also wish to use their child’s results to discuss progress
with teachers.
More information is available at www.naplan.edu.au
Premier’s Reading Challenge
Next week the reading period for the 2015 Premier’s Reading Challenge commences. This is a great
opportunity for our Prep to Year 6 students to improve their literacy, cultivate a passion for literature, and
for teachers and families to encourage them to read widely for pleasure. Interested students should check
with their classroom teacher or our Premier’s Reading Challenge coordinator Mrs Heang to make sure they
are registered.
For further information visit www.education.qld.gov.au/schools/readingchallenge
National Collection of Data on School Students with Disability
All Australian Governments have agreed to work together on the annual collection of data on school
students with disability. Collecting data on school students with disability helps teachers, principals and
education authorities support the participation of students with disability in schooling on the same basis as
students without disability.
Every year schools are required to collect the following information for each student with a disability:
• the student’s level of education (i.e. primary or secondary)
• the student’s level of adjustment
• the student’s broad type of disability
The information collected by schools will be provided to all governments to inform policy and programme
improvement for students with disability.
Consultation with parents is important not only for the data collection but also to ensure you are aware of
the adjustments being provided to support your child. While only data that cannot identify your child will be
submitted outside of the Department, if you do not wish for your child’s details to be included, please let me
know. Parents can contact me directly by email at [email protected]
Alternatively, if you have any queries about the collection or use of this data I encourage you to contact me
directly.
Information and fact sheets are available to help you make a decision from the:
•
Department’s website: http://education.qld.gov.au/curriculum/disability-data-collection.html
•
Australian Government Department of Education website: http://education.gov.au/nationally-consistentcollection-data-school-students-disability
Yours sincerely,
Mrs Helen Morris
Principal
Under Eights’ Week
Under Eights’ Week is an event proudly initiated by Early Childhood Australia (ECA) Queensland Branch. It
has been running for 50 years across Queensland. This year it is being celebrated from 15–22 May. The
2015 theme of the celebrations is: ‘Voices of children—Look, listen, hear and respond.’
Bohlevale State School will be celebrating and recognizing the talents of Under Eight students through an
activity afternoon for all Prep, Year One and Year Two students to be held on Friday, 22 May from
1pm. Thanks to those parents who have already indicated that they could be available to assist.
The activities will include bubble blowing, musical balloons, dance, mini-volcanos and face masks.
Activities will start after 1:00p.m. Children will be free to choose what activity they will do, and move to
another one when finished.
Bohlevale State School acknowledges that our school is on the lands of the traditional
custodians, the Bindal and Wulgurukaba people. We pay our respects to Elders past,
present and future. Bohlevale SS respectfully acknowledges that our school sits on
the lands of traditional owners, the Bindal and Wulgurukaba People, and we pay our
respects to their elders, both past and present.
SWPBS focus for the week
Whole school: Learn and let others learn – be resilient
HONOUR ROLL- RESPONSIBLE, SAFE AND SUCCESSFUL
EPA
EPB
EPC
EPD
EPE
EPF
EPG
EPH
EPI
EPJ
Caden
Abbie
Chloe
Charli
William
Paige
Pattison
Maddison
Seth
Chloe
EPK
EPL
EPN
EPO
EPP
EPQ
MPC
MPD
Alydia
Jaydon
Jayde
Sam
Kai
Walker
Dayna
Sophie-Lee
STUDENT OF THE WEEK
EPA
EPB
EPC
EPD
EPE
EPF
EPG
EPH
EPI
EPI
EPJ
EPK
EPL
EPN
EPO
EPT
EPU
EPP
EPQ
EPR
EPR
EPS
MPC
MPD
Naseerah
Shaelee
Lillee
Jacqueline
Shannon
Aidan
Matthew
Paige
Tyler
Hayden
Paige
Penelope
Nelly
Declan
Jessika
Lachlan
Jessie
Charlie
Eva
Caleb
Skye
Mya
Alex
Amy
For being a fantastic role model for EPA
For having a great attitude towards learning
For trying really hard with writing
For having a great start in EPD
For an excellent effort with Sight Words
For learning and letting others learn
For working hard on his reading strategy
For improvement in reading
For an improved effort towards his work
For his consistent effort and positive attitude towards his work
For improved reading strategies
For putting in an excellent effort with her writing
For always listening respectfully
For working hard to complete tasks to a high standard
For a great start at Bohlevale State School
For a great participation in all lessons
For consistently working to the best of his ability
For being an enthusiastic and hard working class member
For learning and let others learn
For always producing written work to a high standard
For great results in problem solving
For presenting exceptional book work
For a fantastic attitude to all class work!
For a brilliant start to her English assessment
AWESOME ATTENDERS
All students in these classes were on time for school on the days listed in the table below. Well done
students.
DATE
6 May
7 May
8 May
11 May
12 May
CLASS
MPL
EPA,EPF,EPL,EPR
EPA,EPL,MPB,MPL
EPG,MPH,MPL
MPH
WEEK 4 Students who have reached the “TERRIFIC 200” gotcha tally
P3 200 GOTCHAS
Christopher
Phoenix
Logan
Billy
Paige
Kaley
Mehar
Llandon
Lucius
Riley
Van
Jaydon
Rahquon
Toby
Tyrone
Saimon
Ojay
Ricki
Skye
Nephaniah
Mackenzie
Ezekiel
Trei
Harrison
Dannielle
Hannah
EPG
EPG
EPJ
EPJ
EPJ
EPJ
EPJ
EPJ
EPJ
EPL
EPL
EPL
EPR
EPR
EPR
EPR
EPR
EPR
EPR
EPR
EPR
EPR
EPR
EPR
EPR
EPR
Year 4 to Year 6
Darcy
Joseph
Racheal
Hayley
Zac
Deja
Aidan
Jye
Erika
Alivia
Jamaica
Trae
Tahlia
Braith
MPC
MPF
MPF
MPF
MPF
MPG
MPH
MPH
MPJ
MPK
MPK
MPK
MPK
MPK
Parent Discussion Group
Parents are invited to participate in a discussion group on Tuesday 2 June from 9:00a.m. – 10:30a.m. in
our school Resource Centre.
The purpose of this meeting is to gather parent views on aspects of our school to inform how the school will
progress over the next four years.
If you are interested in being involved please email your name to [email protected] or
phone the school and leave your contact details for the principal.
PE News
Fun Run
Thank you to all students that participated in the 2015 School Fun Run Fundraiser. The total of $5, 292 will
be used to buy resources for the school. The highest amount collected by a class for the fun run was $505
and that went to MPF. Their prize will be given to them later on in the week.
Phoebe from MPF collected a mammoth total of $400 making her the highest contributor this year. Once
again, thank you to all participants and parents for your contributions and time in making this fundraiser a
success.
All order forms for the prizes have been sent away and prizes will be handed out towards the end of the
Week 6.
Inter-School Cross Country
Thank you to all students that returned their note last Friday. Training began last week focusing on running
technique. This week the focus will be on developing a constant speed over a long distance.
Congratulations!
Reece has been selected to represent Thuringowa Rugby League team. We wish him the best of luck in
making the Townsville team on the 20th May that will lead into the North QLD trials.
School Photos
School photos will take place on the 18-19 May. Please ensure your children are in full school uniform (not
sports shirt) on these days. Students will be provided with a photo envelope/order form. A timetable is
provided below which indicates approximate times each class will have their photos taken.
Payment for photos must be paid on the day directly to the photographers. If you require a family photo we
have Sibling Photo envelopes in the office.
TUESDAY 19 MAY
MONDAY 18 MAY
8:00
STAFF
11:05 EPH
1:30 MPD
8:30
EPP
11:05 EPJ
1:30 MPM
8:30
EPB
11:20 EPG
1:45 MPL
8:45
EPN
11:20 EPL
1:45 MPA
8:50
EPC
11:35 EPF
2:00 YEAR 6
9:00
EPO
11:35 EPM
2:00 MPB
9:10
EPE
11:50 EPI
2:15 LEADERS
9:15
EPU
11:50 EPK
2:15 MPC
9:30
EPA
12:05 EPR
9:30
MPE
12:05 MPI
9:50
EPD
12:20 EPQ
9:45
MPF
12:20 MPK
10:10 EPT
12:35 EPS
10:00 MPG
12:35 MPJ
10:15 MPH
12:50 LUNCH
10:30 BREAK 12:50 LUNCH
10:30 BREAK
Green Rewards Day
Next week all classes will be holding their Green Rewards session to celebrate the good behaviour of the
majority of our students. Those students who received two or more majors since the start of this term will
be provided with alternative work and supervised in another classroom.
P&C News
Bohlevale State School Parents & Citizens Association Special Meeting - 18 May 2015, 6.30p.m.
This special meeting is being held to adopt the changes to the constitution.
P&C General Meeting
P&C General meeting is on Monday 18th of May at 6:30p.m.in the staffroom. All welcome! Please bring a
quiet activity for children if you need to bring them.
Entertainment Book
You will find sample ENTERTAINMENT BOOKS at the tuckshop and in the office to browse through. These
coupon books are chock full of incredible savings! If you would like to order please head to https://
https://www.entertainmentbook.com.au/orderbooks/270v242 or email Cherie at
[email protected]. The cost is $60.
Bohlevale Country Fair
The BOHLEVALE COUNTRY FAIR is being held on Friday night of the 28th of August this year! It is set to
be a massive event and plans are well underway. We are currently looking for stall holders for our market
area. If you would like to have a stall please email Cherie at [email protected] and we will get
all relevant forms to you. Please don’t wait too long as spots are filling fast and we are only taking a few of
each stall type!
We are also looking for some entertainment on the night in the form of a band or singer with a country feel
to fit the atmosphere. If you would like to apply for this position or know of someone who would please
contact Cherie at [email protected] ASAP!
Defence Morning Tea
The topic for next week’s talk is on Electoral Rolls and updating your current information.
Where: Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Gardens
Time: Just after dropping your child off to school - 8:30a.m.
I look forward to seeing you there.
Bohle’s Got Talent 2015! We hope that there will be many performances involved in auditions for our
finals which will be held at the FETE. Students in Years 3-6 can perform by themselves or in a group. All
performers will need 50c to nominate and be ready by Week 7 (June 3).
May is National Family Reading Month.
So we are inviting our parents and children to visit our Book Fair.
Date: Monday 18 – Friday 22 May
Time: Second break 1:00 p.m. – 1:25 p.m. each day and
2:45p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
Where: Resource Centre
Come and have a look at some great books, posters and novelty accessories available.
Purchases can be made at the fair or alternatively please refer to flyer going home today for details on how
to make payments on-line or by phone.
All purchases benefit our school.
So come and check out our Kingdom of Books.
Parent Reference Group Meeting
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Families Morning Tea
When: 18 May 2015 at 10:00a.m.
Where: Kitchen Garden
Hula Girls Performing! COME AND TALK ABOUT NAIDOC, BUSH TUCKER GARDEN, AND YOUR
SCHOOL!
Attendance Challenge
Congratulations to those students who participated in the recent Attendance Challenge and especially to
Tyler Ive, Tarz Drage, Luke Surtees, and Elle- Louise Brown for attending school regularly! EVERY DAY
COUNTS AT BOHLEVALE!
Hearing Review 16 June 2015
Students who returned their form but missed out on a hearing test in March due to absence will be tested
on 16th June 2015. EVERYDAY COUNTS AT BOHLEVALE!
2015 NAIDOC CELEBRATIONS WEEK 10 TERM 2
THEME: We all Stand on Sacred Ground: Learn, Respect and Celebrate
11a.m. THURSDAY 25 June - NAIDOC ASSEMBLY IN THE HALL
11:50a.m.-2:30p.m. NAIDOC activities for classes. Please contact Sharon Franklin for further information
about volunteering.
2:30p.m.-4:00p.m. FREE sausage sizzle and community touch footy game. Everyone invited!!
Chappie Chat
Not all schools enjoy the support of a Chaplain. Bohlevale has been fortunate to have a Chaplain available
at least 2 days/week since early 2007. There are many things that a Chaplain does throughout the school
community to care, support and bring hope. Every year, there is a week set aside to celebrate the work
Chaplains do in schools and bring awareness of the little things that add up throughout the year. In Week 5,
from May 17-24 there are different ways I want to connect with the community and ensure that the
Chaplaincy program within Bohlevale is available for many more years to students and staff.
Special events that will happen throughout the week include:
Chappy’s Bright Awards (handed to students and staff on assemblies).
Faith and Family afternoon snack as parents and caregivers wait to pick up their children on Tuesday
1:30p.m.-2:30p.m. behind the Year 1 block at the concrete table and chairs near the oval.
Faith and Friends lunch on Wednesday 10:30a.m.-11:00a.m. in the Happy Corner for students who attend
a church, youth group or have a faith at home.
A Free Dress Day May 22 (Bright Friday, bring a gold coin donation in to support Chaplaincy).
I have chosen to highlight how Chappies brighten the day of others. Whether it is something small like a
high 5 at lunch, helping to find something they have lost, running programs to help with social, emotional or
spiritual development, making icy cups, coordinating Bohle’s Got Talent, a simple smile, cheering at sports
carnivals, providing a free breakfast to students on Friday mornings, or being a listening ear. I want to
acknowledge others who brighten up our school with Chappy’s Brighten Awards. I am looking for
nominations from across the school for students and staff who bring a smile to your face. Please fill in the
form below and return it to the box at the Tuckshop as soon as you can. Feel free to write on another piece
of paper if you have numerous people in your family who want to nominate others too.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Chappy’s Brighten Awards
Nominated by: ______________________________________________
Students who brighten my life: ________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
Because they: _________________________________________________________________________
Staff who brighten my life: ____________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
Because they: _________________________________________________________________________
Bush Dance featuring WATTLE’N’GUM: Wear your country gear and come along for dancing, prizes,
games and a night of family fun. Saturday May 30th starting from 6:30.m. at St Anthony’s Catholic College
SDC, $12/person or $30/family with hot food, drinks and desserts for sale. Tickets sold at the door to raise
funds for Chaplaincy in Townsville’s Northern Beaches. Contact Ben Pearson: 0419 740 694.
12/13/14/15May
15 May
18 May
18 & 19 May
18 – 22 May
19 May
19 May
22 May
22 May
8 June
16 June
19 June
22-26 June
26 June
26 June
DATES TO REMEMBER
May 2015
NAPLAN Testing Year 3 and 5
Parent Reference Group Meeting
P&C Meeting 6.30p.m. in the staffroom
School Photos
Book Fair – Resource Centre
Interschool Cross Country
Premier’s Reading Challenge commences
Under 8’s Week activities
Free Dress Day to support school chaplain (gold coin donation)
June 2015
Queen’s Birthday holiday
Hearing Test Reviews
School Disco
NAIDOC Week
Bohlevale Athletics Carnival
Last day of Term 2
Read Around Australia Continues in Term 2!
Read Around Australia is a reading incentive program that rewards students for reading at home. Every
night of reading earns the school 100m. Our aim is to see how far we can go! Last term Bohlevale travelled
a total of 859km! A great effort from all students!
Callum was the lucky winner of our Term 1 Major Raffle Prize and when we arrived at our first checkpoint in
Rockhampton, Mrs Fornasier was challenged to wear pyjamas to school for the day!
We look forward to many more mini raffle winners this term! The more you read the more raffle tickets you
receive! This term we aim to get as far as Sydney! So far we have added another 200km to our total!
Keep on Reading Bohle!!!
Distance Travelled Week
4
73km
Total Distance Travelled
Nearest Town orCcity.
1060km
Bundaberg