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THE LANDING POST

A Newsletter designed to inform our growing school community of

Anne Hamersley Primary School

ROD W. SIMEONS - PRINCIPAL

Volume 3—Issue 13

Dear Parents and Friends,

THANKS Sincere thanks to Mr Guy and Mrs Bell for ensuring that we had a smooth start to the term. This includ-ed the reconfiguring of some classes and the addition of a transportable building for the Year 2 class.

P&C ASSOCIATION Earlier this week the P&C Association met in the school Library. The meeting commenced at the usual time of 3.30 and despite the fact that attendance was poor, the members as always engaged in de-tailed planning for coming events and review of finances. I would like to congratulate this dynamic group for all the time and effort they invest in fund raising events and the day to day running of the Association. Look out for the flyer you should receive giving you all the information needed for the disco on 10 August. [ SEE ARTICLE IN P&C NEWS ]

PEAC [PRIMARY EXTENSION AND CHALLENGE] TESTING Each year our Year 4’s are tested using norm referenced tests. Tests will be conducted today. The object of this exercise to ascertain their ability levels. Parents have been notified and given details of the tests. The data we gather is used to allocate classes in Year 5 and to identify high achieving chil-dren that could be invited to attend PEAC classes once a week. These classes are off campus and the onus is on parents to transport their children to the venues.

CROSS COUNTRY INTER SCHOOL COMPETITION This Friday a small contingent of runners will participate in the Inter School Cross country competition conducted at the SWAN VALLEY ANGLICAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL. Parents and friends are invited to attend. All enquiries to Miss Chambers, team coordinator, in Orelia 2. Athletes have been informed as to times and lunching arrangements.

Quote of the fortnight

Successful people do what unsuccessful people are not willing to do. Don't wish it were easier; wish you were better."

Jim Rohn

With best wishes

RW SIMEONS PRINCIPAL Phone: 9297 7000 E-Mail: [email protected]

2 August 2018

www.annehamersleyps.wa.edu.au

Friday 10 August

P & C Disco

Tuesday 14 August

Road Safety Incursion PP & Year 1

Thursday 16 August

Book Fair Opens

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NATIONALLY CONSISTENT COLLECTION OF DATA FOR SCHOOL STUDENTS WITH DISABILITY Our school is part of a national project about students with disability and/or learning difficulties. We have been asked to provide data about the number and learning needs of children at our school. The name of the school and the name of the students will not be reported. Information about the different types of needs and the programs and resources the school uses to overcome barriers and support children with special educational needs will be collected. We believe it is important to contribute to this because it will help Governments and the Department develop better policies that acknowledge the level of resources needed in schools to meet the needs of all students in Western Australia. If you would like to learn more about the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data for School Students with Disability you can visit this website: http://det.wa.edu.au/supportforschools

PROBABILITY DICE GAME With all of the different outcomes that may result from a single roll, dice are the perfect way to introduce probability math. This game in particular will help your kid learn how to answer some of those tough probability questions, such as, “How likely is it that the total of two rolled dice will be six?” or "What is the probability of rolling two threes?" By the time you're finished playing your kid will easily be able to tell you the difference between the likelihood of rolling Snake Eyes versus the Lucky Number Seven! What You Need:

A pair of dice, two different colours (for example, red and blue) A piece of paper Some M&M’s or another little treat

What You Do:

1. Tell your child that he's going to learn all about probability using nothing but 2 dice. 2. Ask him how many different outcomes are possible if he was to roll 2 dice. Remind him that there are 6

options on both sides. Together, you can determine that there are 6 x 6 = 36 possible rolls. 3. Ask him how many ways there are to roll a total of “2” using two dice. After thinking, he should conclude

that there’s only one way: 1 + 1. 4. Ask him how many ways there are to roll a total of “7.” He should come up with 6 combina-

tions: 1 + 6, 6 + 1, 2 + 5, 5 + 2, 3 + 4, 4 + 3. 5. Time to figure out all of the rolls. Have him fill out the last two columns of the following chart. He has al-

ready figured out “2” and “7,” and he can figure out the rest the same way.


Total to Roll Ways to Get the Total Probability of that Roll

2 1 1 /36

3 / 36

4 / 36

5 / 36

6 / 36

7 6 6 /36 = 1/6

8 / 36

9 / 36

10 / 36

11 / 36

12 / 36

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When he’s done, the chart should look like this:

Take It Further: Here’s a dice challenge for you: First, tell your kid the roll you want him to try and get. Then, give him two chances to roll. If he rolls what you requested, he receives a reward (a small piece of candy). He can win another for correctly guessing the probability of rolling whatever you asked him to roll. Good luck!

Roll a total of “9” (1/9) Roll a total of “11” (1/18) Roll a total of 8” (5/36) Roll a total of “12” (1/36) Roll a total of “5” (1/9) Roll a “7” or an “11” (6/36 + 2/36 = 8/36 = 2/9) Roll a “2” or “6” (1/36 + 5/36 = 6/36 = 1/6 ) Roll a “2” or a “6” or a “7” or an “11” (1/36 + 5/36 + 6/36 + 2/36 = 14/36 = 7/18)

MATHS MANIA Mr Guy Deputy Principal


Total to Roll Ways to Get the Total Probability of that Roll

2 1 1 / 36

3 2 2 / 36 = 1/18

4 3 3 / 36 = 1/12

5 4 4 / 36 = 1/9

6 5 5 / 36

7 6 6 / 36 = 1/6

8 5 5 / 36

9 4 4 / 36 = 1/9

10 3 3 / 36 = 1/12

11 2 2 / 36 = 1/18

12 1 1 / 36

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BOOK WEEK 2018: WEEK 6, MONDAY 20-FRIDAY 24 AUGUST

The theme is “Find Your Treasure” We will be celebrating Book Week by participating in a variety of events. Book Week assembly: Thursday 23 August at 8:50am.

There will be a parade and photo opportunities galore. Dress up as your favourite book character. Come to the Book Fair in the Library. All purchases benefit our school. Book Fair opens Thursday 16 – Tuesday 21 August.

SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR 2018 Thursday 16th August (Week 5) our annual Scholastic Book Fair opens. This will run until Tuesday 21st August, opening for the final time on our Open Night in Week 6. This also coincides with Book Week. The Book Fair will be open for viewing and sales inside our school library at the following times:

Thursday 16th August - Tuesday 21st August Mornings 8:20am – 8:50am

Afternoons 2:50pm – 3:20pm and during Parent Open Night Tuesday 21st August

On Thursday 16th and Friday 17th August, students will have an opportunity to view the Book Fair with their class to make a wish list. This list will be sent home, to help make your purchasing choices a bit easier. There pre-payment details are on the back of the wish list if you cannot make it to the Book Fair. You can also purchase books to donate to your child’s classroom. The classroom wish lists will be on display in the Book Fair and you can arrange your donation through the sales staff. Remember – All purchases help to encourage further reading at home and a % of sales benefits our school. We look forward to seeing you there. Happy Shopping! Mrs Bell Deputy Principal


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PICK UP REMINDER—3PM AND 2.30PM EACH WEDNESDAY Parents/carers are requested to ensure that children are collected on time each day. There has been a considerable increase in the number of students not being collected in a timely manner. In the event that children are not collected on time, they will be directed to Camp Australia where you will need to deal with them directly with regard to fees.


REMINDER: EARLY CLOSE EVERY WEDNESDAY AT 2.30PM

TERM 3—WEEK 2 ASSEMBLY AND AWARD WINNERS

Thank you to the parents and friends who attended our Assembly last Thursday. Please remember that Assemblies are held on Thursdays of Even Weeks commencing at 8.55.

Following some whole school singing, the following children were awarded Honour Certificates:

Caleb Swile Travis Murray Nate McDonough Tessier Kakutu

Ella Bucchino Izayah Hodder Xavier Oram-Nixon Sanuli Pradhana

Coen Lloyd Curtis Datson Zak Goodrick Kalissa Moon

Luan Work Olivia Pearse Josh Dennis Taylen Farrell

Liam Wright Deklin Matthews Chloe Dean Cruz Barker

Nourseen Ibrahim Rhody Rangirangi Allen Garlett Kenneth Bropho

Nyakuon Peter Lachlan Salisbury

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ANNE HAMERSLEY DENTAL THERAPY CENTRE The Dental Therapy Staff would like to remind the parents of year 6 students that after primary school, the School Dental Service continues to provide free general and preventive dental care across WA for all en-rolled students in year 7 – 11. You can continue to attend Anne Hamersley DTC or contact a more suitable centre if required. If you’re not already enrolled, it’s not too late to enrol now! Remember even if you are attending an orthodontist you still need regular dental check-ups. For further information or to update any

change of contact details please contact the Dental Therapy Staff at Anne Hamersley on (08) 9297 7021 Monday, Tues-day, Thursday and Friday (Closed Wednesday).


SCHOOL COMMUNITY NEWS Updates from your P&C Association School Disco 10 August 2018 Our school Disco is almost upon us and RSVP flyers have gone home with the children – please contact front office if your child has not received one. There will be two sessions as with previous

years, the first session from 5-6pm catering for Kindy through to Year One and sec-ond session 6.30-8pm being Year Two to Year Six with entry tickets $5.00 per stu-dent. A sausage sizzle and drink stand will be available for purchases before and after each session and for students and parents. Students are to enter through the double gates at the front of the school between Amity and Administration buildings. Parents will be directed to collect their children from the undercover area at the end of each session. If you are able to assist with preparations before or on the night, please get in contact as we would appreciate the extra hands!

Colour Explosion We are so excited to be bringing our first Colour Explosion Fun-Run to AHPS in the first week of Term 4 . There will be some amazing prizes that the students can win from their sponsorship efforts as well as the fun of the run! Information and Sponsor-ship instructions will be distributed to the students from Week 7 this Term so they have plenty of time to reach their personal sponsorship goals prior to the Colour Ex-plosion Day! Every student will receive an icy pole for participating in the fun! Ice-block Fridays Children can still purchase icy poles during the winter months on Friday lunchtimes for $1.00 full icy pole, 50c half and juice boxes are $1.00. We are often in need of additional volunteers on Fridays for 30-45 minutes during lunchtime in the school canteen. If you are able to assist, can you please let us know via the details below. Our details We welcome new members at any stage throughout the year and parent helpers at all of our events. If you have any suggestions or ideas you would like to share with us, please drop us a line in our new Suggestions Box in the front of-fice. To stay up to date with events and requests for volunteers or to contact us at any time, please visit and like our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/Anne-Hamersley-Primary-School-PC-Association-Inc-1558093001148025/ or send us an email at [email protected]

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