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BrassallNewsletter
Published by
Brassall State School
ISSUE 6
23 April 2015
Rule of the Term:
Final ‘Paper’ Edition: Buzz Newsletter
goes digital countdown begins!
Be Respectful
Thought for the Week:
Success is the sum of small efforts,
repeated day in and day out.
Term 2 Planner
23 Apr
24 Apr
25 Apr
26 Apr
28 Apr
1 May
4 - 7 May
4 - 8 May
7 May
12 – 14
May
15 May
18 May
20 May
27 May
28 May
29 May
8 Jun
15 Jun
15-17
Jun
16,17
Jun
18 Jun
22,23
Jun
24,25
Jun
26 Jun
26 Jun
26 Jun
26 Jun
Final hard copy of The Brassall Buzz
ANZAC Ceremony – 9am
ANZAC DAY (No Public Holiday)
P & C Chappy Chips Fundraiser – 10 to 1
Ipswich District Cross Country
Student of the Month Assembly
Science Factory-various classes each day
Mother’s Day P & C Stall
The Brassall Buzz goes digital
NAPLAN Testing
Ipswich Show Holiday
P & C Meeting
Ipswich Eisteddfod – Snr Singing Choir /
Snr Glee
Beginner Strings Workshop
Ipswich Eisteddfod – Choral Speaking
Student of the Month Assembly
QUEENS B’DAY PUBLIC HOLIDAY
P & C Meeting
Year 6 Camp – Emu Gully
Advanced Strings Workshop - Silkstone
SS
Performing Arts Tour– Retirement Homes
2015 NAIDOC
20 Aug
25 Aug
26 Aug
28 Aug
17 Sep
18 Sep
18 Sept
P-2 Behaviour Level A & B Party
Student of the Month Assembly
Yrs 3-6 Behaviour Level A & B Party
TERM 2 ENDS
Term 3 commences
Ipswich District Athletics Carnival
P & C Meeting
Year 2 Ocean Life
Student of the Month Assembly
P & C Meeting
Silkstone Eisteddfod –
Instrumental/Strings
Singfest
Prep – Fun with Maths
Year 1 – Fun with Maths
Student of the Month Assembly
PE Fun Day (Ball Games)
Student of the Month Assembly
TERM 3 ENDS
Payment – Closing Dates
No money will be accepted after
these dates
BOOKCLUB ISSUE # 3
Year 6 Camp
Year 5 Camp
Finance Hours
8 am to 10am Daily
MOTHERS’ DAY STALL
5 to 8 May 2015
Watch for the flyer which will be sent
home, with more details.
For those families who choose not to opt in for
this arrangement, you will still be able to log on
to the Brassall website and follow the
appropriate link to locate your latest edition.
For parents who got involved in the QSchools
App promo, you will also be able to access the
newsletter via the App. Congratulations to
Rebekah S, on winning the QSchools hamper.
By moving to this medium we are hoping that
families feel a little more connected to events,
celebrations
and
activities
conducted
throughout our great school.
Parent Teacher Interviews
National Assessment Program
Literacy and Numeracy 2015
N.B. Dates are correct at time of printing, and
may change if deemed necessary.
30 Apr
1 Jun
4 Sep
This edition of the ‘Brassall Buzz’ will mark the
final hard copy publication as we transition all
parents accessing our school newsletter either
via our School Website, using the QSchool App
or via Email. The 7 May edition of ‘The Brassall
Buzz’ will mark our move to a digital form of
the newsletter. Parents still have the
opportunity to receive a direct email link to the
fortnightly edition – via Email. If you would like
to take advantage of this opportunity, simply
notify the office of your email address which
will be added to the register and from Thursday,
7 May those who have joined will receive an
email prompt with a direct link to the school’s
website that houses ‘The Brassall Buzz’.
It has been fantastic to see parents making time
to attend our most recent Parent and Teacher
interviews across the school this week. We
certainly encourage all parents to have regular
communication with their child’s teachers.
P-6 Athletics Carnival
Term 2 Planner
13 Jul
15,16,20,21
Jul
20 Jul
21 Jul
31 Jul
17 Aug
17, 18 Aug
Across the
Principal’s Desk …
–
Since 2008, the National Assessment Program –
Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) has been
undertaken in all Australian schools. The
program continues in 2015 with all students in
Years 3 and 5 being assessed using common
national tests in Reading, Writing, Language
Conventions
(Spelling,
Grammar
and
Punctuation) and Numeracy.
Who will sit the tests?
All students in Years 3 and 5 are expected to
participate in the assessment program. If your
child has special circumstances, you should
discuss these with the school Principal.
When will the tests be held?
The tests are scheduled for the mornings of 12,
13 and 14 May (Tuesday, Wednesday and
Thursday). All schools across Australia complete
the tests on the same days.
What happens if my child is absent from
school on test days?
Wherever possible, schools will organise for
individual students who are absent at the time
of testing to complete a ‘catch-up’ test at
another time during the week.
What will be assessed?
The content of each test is informed by the
National Statements of Learning in English and
Mathematics, which underpin state and territory
learning frameworks. Test questions cover
aspects of Literacy (Reading, Writing, Grammar,
Punctuation and Spelling) and Numeracy.
Questions are multiple-choice or require a short
written response. For the first time, the Writing
task will require students to write either a
Persuasive or a Narrative text. All government
and non-government education authorities have
contributed to the development of NAPLAN
materials.
Where can I find sample test, previous years
tests and helpful resources?
There are two sources for example questions
and resources that parents can utilise to assist
their children:
• NAPLAN National website:
http://www.nap.edu.au/naplan/the-tests.html
• Queensland Curriculum and Assessment
Authority website:
http://www.qcaa.qld.edu.au/24629.html
Parents having difficulty accessing these
materials can contact our Literacy and
Numeracy Support Teachers for assistance.
Brassall SS contact: Ms Therese Melit (Year 3)
and Ms Amanda Graham (Year 5).
Will I receive a report on my child’s
performance?
A NAPLAN report will be issued by the school
later in the year. The same report format will
be used for every student in Australia. The
school will notify you when the reports are
being sent home. If you do not receive a report,
contact the school directly.
Cross Country Success
Just prior to the Easter holidays, Brassall’s first
Prep to Year 6 Cross Country was held on a
bright and sunny day. It was great to see our
students looking fantastic in their respective
House colours and my thanks goes to Miss Woods
for organising such a smoothly run (pardon the
pun) Cross Country carnival. Congratulations to
the following Age Champions on their
achievements and to Cook House as overall
Champion Team!
Division
Prep
Year 1
Year 2
Girls
Boys
Girls
Boys
Girls
Boys
Girls
Born 2007 Boys
9 Yrs
Girls
Born 2006 Boys
10 Yrs
Girls
Boys
11 Yrs
Girls
Boys
12 Yrs
Girls
Boys
Overall House
Year 3
Champions – 1st, 2nd, 3rd
Mia C, Dakota H, Dejay H
Gabriel L, Callan A, RJ N &
Mitchell D
Zakora V, Alicia M, Zoe G
Braydan P, Ethan H, Dylan P
Sophie G, Elizabeth H,
Molly Rose F-K
Mathew K, Jack D, Nelson M
Vicki-Lee T, Gisele B, Jorja C
Kodye P, Tyrone R, Callum W
Emma Kay S, Sabrina M, Hannah S
Jedt A, Deegan W, Clay B
Sharni K, Jenna M, Ella F
Ethan S, Lachlan T, Stanley H
Tahlia M, Elise B, Summa N
Clay K, Michael H, Ben T
Akala S, Theresa McK, Chloe D
Kane M-S, Jesse K, Caleb D
Cook House
Warm Regards and Best Wishes,
Mr Greg Brand
Principal
Our Vision: An Excellent School Where Students Achieve Their Potential
School Cross Country Carnival
From the Deputies
SWPBS - School Wide Positive Behaviour Support
Thank-you to all the students and spectators who came to our School
Inter-house Cross Country Carnival. It was a great day to watch our
students compete and cheer for their house teams. A big
congratulations to Cook house for beating Leichhardt’s winning streak!
Be Respectful, Be Responsible, Be Safe, Be A Learner
District Cross Country Trials
Class Honey Pot
We wish the following competitors good luck at the Ipswich District
Cross Country trials held next Tuesday at Grammar Arms Park. If
selected, these students will make the Met West Regional Team:
Sharni K, Jenna M, Ella F, Ethan S, Lachlan T, Stanley H, Tahlia M, Elise
B, Summa N, Clay K, Micheal H, Ben T, Akala S, Tess McK, Chloe D, Kane
M-S, Jesse K, Caleb D.
Part of our SWPBS rewards system that complements the Pollen Points
and Buzz postcards is our Class Honey Pot. The Honey Pots are displayed
in your child's classroom. As each child completes a Buzz card, a piece
of honeycomb in the honey pot is coloured in. Pieces of honeycomb can
also be coloured in for class 100% attendance for the week, 100%
attendance on a Monday and randomly from Admin when classes are
spotted following the 4 Brassall B’s.
When the Honey Pot is filled, the class can enjoy a class party. These
parties are planned by the teacher and students of that class. They may
include free dress, food, games, DVDs etc. After the Pot is filled, the
students start again and aim towards another class party. There are a
number of classes who have filled their first Pot and are about to have
their first class party. Congratulations to these classes on their hard
work and effort.
Focus lessons for the next fortnight are:
Week 2: Be Safe - Playground - Play only school approved games and
rules
Week 3: Be a Learner - Playground - Ask and play by agreed rules
ANZAC Commemorative Service
Our ANZAC Ceremony will be tomorrow, Friday, 24 April at 9:00am
in the Hall. This will be a special ceremony commemorating the Anzac
Centenary where our choir, verse speaking choir and ISHS band will play
an important part in the ceremony.
If your child is a member of an organisation that wears a uniform, eg.
Church groups, scouts, guides, they are most welcome to wear that
special uniform on Friday. Your child is also welcome to bring a floral
tribute if they wish.
Parents are most welcome to attend our ceremony.
Attendance
Term 1 concluded with a school attendance rate of
92.1%. This rate has dropped and as a school team we
are working with families to improve individual student
attendance.
Establishing good routines around school can assist
with regular school attendance. These include:
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have a set time to go to bed
This term Miss Woods will be running Athletics Training on Wednesday
Second Break on Skinner Oval. If you would like to improve your skills
before the Athletics carnival at the end of the term you should attend.
Upcoming Trials:
Ipswich District 10-12Years Cross Country Trials – 28th April
Met West Regional Rugby League Trials – 29 & 30th April
P and C News
P & C Annual General Meeting
At the P & C Annual General Meeting held on Monday evening, the
current Executive was re-elected for the 2015-2016 year, with the
exception of Treasurer which was not filled. The Executive are:
Mr Ashley Saunders
Mr Andrew Eaton
Mrs Julie Pickwell
Mrs Nicole Lovey
Vacant
Mrs Trudi Kemp
President
Vice President
Secretary
Assistant Secretary
Treasurer
Assistant Treasurer.
We express our thanks to those who have served and continue to serve
on the Executive, and look forward to supporting the students of
Brassall State School in the year ahead.
If you are interested in being involved at an Executive level of the P&C
Association, or would like more information on what is involved in the
role of Treasurer, please contact the School Office, to arrange for a P &
C Executive member to contact you.
The P&C Association also wishes to acknowledge the contribution of Mr
Gavin Tupper for doing the Audit at a considerable cost saving to the
association, and as a token of appreciation, presented Mr Tupper with
a Limelight Gift Voucher ($200) for him and his family to enjoy.
have a set time to get out of bed
have uniform and school bag ready the night
before
have a set time for starting and finishing breakfast
set a time for daily homework activities
speak about school positively
send your child to school every school day including their birthday
and the last day of term from Prep.
If you are experiencing difficulty in sending your child to school,
contact the school for advice and support.
Rayne Penny and Summa Todd
Deputy Principals
Sport News
Interschool sport will commence this Friday 24 April. Please find the
most recent match information below:
Fixtures – Friday 24 April
Fixtures – Friday 1 May
Soccer – Sutton Park #2
Soccer – To be confirmed
Jnr Girls v St Mary’s at 12:40pm
Snr Girls v St Mary’s at 1:20pm
Soccer – Jim Donald Park, Eastern Hts
Jnr Boys v Silkstone SS at 12:40pm
Snr Boys v Silkstone SS at 1:20pm
Rugby League –
Norths RLFC Field C
Rugby League –
Norths RLFC Field B
Jnrs v Redbank Plains SS @ 12:45pm
Snrs v Redbank Plains SS @ 1:30pm
Jnrs v Silkstone SS @ 12:45pm
Snrs v Silkstone SS @ 1:30pm
Netball –
Netball –
Limestone Park Netball Crts
A v Mt Crosby SS @ 12:45pm
B v Bundamba SS @ 12:45pm
A v Churchill SS @ 1:30pm
B v St Mary’s @ 1:30pm
Snr
Snr
Jnr
Jnr
THIS SUNDAY – 26 APRIL
10am to 1pm
Brassall State School – Pine Mountain Road
top carpark
P & C Fundraiser!
Interschool Sport
Snr
Snr
Jnr
Jnr
Athletics Training
Please support us by
purchasing and filling an average trailer of our quality
mulch chips, which is enough to do 7m2 at 100mm thick.
All proceeds from mulch will be going towards the
Chaplaincy Vegetable Garden.
$20 per average load (CASH ONLY) –
(6x4) trailer, average side height, approx. ¾ cubic metre.
Bags of Mulch also available.
SELF SERVE – bring own pitch fork or shovel
(pitch fork works best).
Limestone Park Netball Crts
A v Karalee SS @ 12:45pm
B v Walloon SS @ 12:45pm
A v St Mary’s @ 1:30pm
B v Raceview SS @ 1:30pm
Stay too for a Gold Coin Sausage Sizzle.
Our Vision: An Excellent School Where Students Achieve Their Potential