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Thiele Primary School Newsletter
Thiele Primary School Newsletter -Term 1, Week 3 2019Campus Drive,
Aberfoyle Park
SA 5159
Ph: 8270 4222 Fax: 8270 4773
ABSENTEE LINE: 8270 4222 ABSENTEE SMS : 0416 906
283
Acting Principal: Mrs Sharon Willoughby
Acting Deputy Principal: TBC
Coordinator Student Wellbeing & Engagement: TBC
Email Address: [email protected]
From the Acting PrincipalDear Parents and Caregivers,
The constant movement, �ashing lights and noise which bombard our senses when we’re watching TV, looking
at a computer or playing an electronic game are actually quite stressful for our brains. When we read, we read
in silence and the black print on a white page is much less stressful for our eyes and brains.
Ten reasons why reading is important: -
1. Kids who read often and widely get better at it. This is pretty much just common sense. After all, practice
makes perfect in almost everything we humans do and reading is no di�erent.
2. Reading exercises our brains. Reading is a much more complex task for the human brain than, say,
watching TV is. Reading strengthens brain connections and actually builds new connections.
3. Reading improves concentration. Again, this is a bit of a no-brainer. Children have to sit still and quietly
so they can focus on the story when they’re reading. If they read regularly as they grow up, they develop the
ability to do this for longer and longer periods.
4. Reading teaches children about the world around them. Through reading, they learn about people,
places and events outside their own experience. They are exposed to ways of life, ideas and beliefs about the
world which may be di�erent from those which surround them. This learning is important for its own sake,
however, it also builds a store of background knowledge which helps younger children learn to read
con�dently and well.
5. Reading improves a child’s vocabulary, leads to more highly-developed language skills and improves the
child's ability to write well. This is because children learn new words as they read, but also because they
unconsciously absorb information as they read about things like how to structure sentences and how to use
words and language e�ectively.
6. Reading develops a child’s imagination. This is because when we read our brains translate the
descriptions we read of people, places and things into pictures. When we’re engaged in a story, we’re also
imagining how the characters are feeling. We use our own experiences to imagine how we would feel in the
same situation.
7. Reading helps kids develop empathy because you’re identifying with the character in the story so you’re
feeling what he’s feeling.’
8. Because reading does all the things mentioned above, children who read do better at school and they
don’t just do better at subjects like reading, english and history. They do better at all subjects and they do
better all the way through school.
9. Reading is a great form of entertainment! A paperback book doesn’t take up much space so you can take
it anywhere and you’ll never be lonely or bored if you have a book in your bag. You can read while waiting in a
queue, waiting for a friend who is running late or waiting for a �ight delay at an airport
10. Reading relaxes the body and calms the mind. This is an important point because these days we have
seemed to have forgotten how to relax and especially how to be quiet.
Reading changes your life. Reading unlocks worlds unknown or forgotten, taking travellers around the world
and through time. Take time, make time, read to your children, listen to your children read and encourage
them to read to themselves.
Kind Regards,
Sharon Willoughby
Acting Principal
Annual General MeetingAGM
Thank you to the Parents/Caregivers who attended our AGM on Tuesday night and to those wonderful parents
who were nominated and accepted their nominations to be part of our 2019 Governing Council.
Governing Council Meeting
Tuesday 19th February
at 7:30 pm in the Thiele Sta� Room
There are 2 positions to be �lled so if you are interested please come along !
Makers Empire AwardsMakers Empire is happy to announce the Thiele Primary
School 2018 T9 students were Runner's Up in the inaugural
Makers Empire Awards for 2018. Makers Empire’s 3D design
software is used to create over 20,000 3D designs every day. For
these awards, Makers Empire school students, classes and
schools were judged on their usage of the Makers Empire 3D app.
Our students created 4740 designs and came second out of all of
the schools participating in the world. What an achievement.
Congratulations Jo Chesson and all of her 2018 students.
Term 1 – Week 2 Assembly AwardsTo celebrate our school value of Achievement we will be
acknowledging the
Principal Awards.
Connor M Sebastian P Stanton K
Tahlee J Luke C Maddi D
Parmis K Karine G Olyvia L
Tyler G Adella J Dean T
Jessica Mc Zac W Zac D
Peter S T12
Week 2 Assembly
Hosted by T15. Ms Hood. Yr 5/6
The theme of this week’s assembly was Australia. The diversity of
Australia was displayed by displaying a list of the country of origin
or ancestors of the students in T15.
Mandy from Maker’s Empire and a visitor from California, USA
presented a ‘Runner up certi�cate’ to Ms Chesson’s class of 2018.
When interviewed by Mandy, the students said that they had
found Maker’s Empire to be interesting and informative.
Awards were also presented to the new Reception students as
they were welcomed into our school by
Mrs Willoughby.
Three Year 5/6 students from T15 students recited the poem
“I love a Sunburnt Country”
Reported by Oscar F
Japanese - Term One OverviewHi,
I am Cherie Saba, or Saba-sensei, and I’m new to Thiele for 2019,
teaching Japanese while Milani-sensei is on maternity leave. I
have a real love for the Japanese language and look forward to
sharing this with your child. So far, the students have learnt about
the zodiac calendar as 2019 is the year of the wild boar or いのし
し(inoshishi). This term, students in year 2 and over will be
focusing on learning hiragana and katakana (the �rst two
Japanese alphabets). This year I have introduced a new system
where students progress through the alphabets earning ‘karate
belts’ for every 10 characters they know. Students will start as a
white belt, then progress to yellow, orange, green, blue, purple,
brown and black. In coming weeks, I encourage you to ask your
child which karate belt they are working towards in Japanese.
Please see below for a brief description of what students are
working towards in Term 1:
R/1 classes
Their theme this term is ‘Introduction to Japan’. Students will learn
about:
The Japanese �ag, map and major cities.
Simple greetings, how to introduce themselves and counting
to 10.
Japanese food etiquette, gestures and common vocabulary by
watching Big Bird in Japan.
1/2 classes
Their theme this term is ‘All about Japan’. Students will learn
about:
The Japanese �ag, map, cities and symbols.
Introducing themselves including name and age.
Learn about the three scripts used in Japan as well as their
homes, clothing, sport and food.
Year 2, 2/3, 3/4 & 4/5 classes
Their theme this term is hiragana or katakana, depending on the
student’s level. Students will complete a comprehensive writing
and assessment booklet as well as various hands-on tasks to
progress through their karate belt levels (see explanation above).
Year 5/6 & 6/7 classes
Their theme this term is hiragana, katakana and kanji, depending
on each individual’s level. Students will work independently,
progressing at their own pace through the three Japanese scripts.
They will have a writing booklet and various hands-on tasks to
help them advance through the coloured levels of the karate belt
system (see explanation above).
I look forward to an exciting year ahead. If you have any concerns
or
questions, please do not hesitate to contact me by email.
Physical Education - Junior PrimaryThis term in Physical Education our students will be learning:-
· Co-operative games
· Gymnastics
· Athletics
· Target games
In readiness for Sports Day on Friday 5th April.
Have you made your pledge to staysafe on the internet?
Introducing our Thiele 2019 schoolcrossing monitorsCongratulations to our new Thiele Crossing Monitors for 2019!
These students attended the training on Thursday 7th March.
We certainly are in safe hands!
RAA Street Smart Road Safety DayStudents from Years 1 - 7 recently took part in the RAA Street
Smart Program. Lessons covered topics such as pedestrian safety,
cycling safety, passenger safety, public transport, and road signs.
Younger students were able to use the large road mat to practise
crossing the road and identify the di�erent sorts of crossings. We
also learned that children don’t properly �t into adult seats in cars
until they are at least 145 cm tall. They should be in booster seats
until they reach that height. A height chart is in the school front
o�ce for parents to measure their children against.
Specialist Lesson Behaviour Management StrategiesSpecialist teachers have met and agreed upon the following behaviour management strategies. Your child may
come home with a parent communication slip regarding their behaviour. Please see examples below.
1. Green card: to reward positive and desired behaviours.
2. White card /�rst warning: First verbal warning, teacher reminds student of desired behaviour/s, if
current behaviour continues and they are spoken to again they will receive a yellow card.
3. Yellow card / second warning: Student receives a yellow card, is instructed to sit out and to approach
the teacher for lesson re-entry discussion when they have regulated themselves and are ready to be respectful
and sensible. (Equivalent to classroom time out)
4. Orange card / third warning: (can be used �rst for extreme behaviour) Student receives a red card, is
instructed to sit out of lesson and wait to be approached by their teacher for re-entry discussion. (Equivalent
to buddy class) if required school o�ce is contacted for child to be collected by Leader.
Specialist teachers to follow up with schools individually for further consequences/ recommendations from
leadership.
Examples of Parent communication slips
Name____________ Class_____ Teacher: ___________
CONGRATULATIONS:
During _____________________, I was able to demonstrate resilience by:
______________________________________________________________________________________
Name____________ Class_____ Teacher: ___________
WARNING:
During ________________today, I was talking whilst the teacher was giving instructions which not only impacted
on my learning but it also interferes with the right of others to learn.
My name is “Palmy” I am an orang-utan. I enjoy spending my time
with the class who recycles the most recyclable 10c containers
because this supports our school value of sustainability.
Congratulations!
T2
collected the most recyclables
and won the opportunity to have Palmy in the classroom for
the following two weeks.
Mr G-no MeMy name is Mr G-no-me. I like to spend my time in the class that
takes care in keeping their yard area clean and tidy. This supports
our school value of integrity.
Congratulations!
T10
is the class with the cleanest area and has Mr G-no Me for
two weeks.
SustainabilityBe a “Nude Food Dude” and pack a litter free lunch to support our
value of Sustainability.
Your child will be rewarded with a ticket to support their team in
the Campus Way Cup.
The Campus Way
Respect others
Respect yourself
Respect our place
R - 5 SwimmingReception to Year 5 students will be attending swimming lessons
at Noarlunga Leisure Centre in Term 1, Week 4 ( Monday February
18 - Friday February 22).
All forms with payment should have been returned to the school
for processing. Please remember to pack the following items:
bathers
towel
thongs
goggles (if possible)
Please ensure all clothing is labelled with your child's name. We
also suggest that students bring in a labelled plastic bag that can
be used for wet gear.
The swimming centre has asked that students wear non-metallic
hair ties and do not wear metal clips or bands.
Some students may be required to bring old but clean clothing for
survival swims during the program.
Please note photos are not recommended to be taken, however if
photos are taken they are only to be of your child with no other
student or sta�. Under no circumstances are photos of the
instructors to be taken or included in a photo.
Year 6/7 AquaticsYear 6/7 Aquatics will be held in Term 1, Week 7. Students will have the opportunity to participate in this
program which includes snorkelling, sur�ng, canoeing, �shing, etc. The program is held at Port Noarlunga
Beach and is run by quali�ed instructors.
More information soon.
SunSmart SchoolStudents are to wear hats in terms 1, 3 & 4 or whenever the UV
Index is 3 or above.
Please download the SunSmart Safety App to be informed of daily
readings.
Thiele Student Free DaysThis year we have scheduled student free days for:
Term 1 2019
Friday 8th March
Friday 12th April
Thiele Second-hand Uniform Shop
The Secondhand Uniform Shop is open on Thursday mornings from 9.00 am - 9.45 am in the Art Room
(Heysen Building).
Skoolbag AppHave you downloaded the Skoolbag App yet?
It is available for various applications - iPhone, Android &
Microsoft, you can may download to your tablet or computer. Just
go to your app store and download the Thiele Primary School -
Skoolbag App for your device. You will then receive newsletters,
noti�cations, alerts and much more.
An important message for all Campus Families14 February 2019
An important message for all Campus Families
RE: Sta� and Visitor Car Park
This notice is intended as a friendly reminder to families about the expectations and guidelines for parking
around the Campus.
A copy of the guidelines and a map outlining the parking areas are attached.
We would like to stress the following;
1) The Sta� and Visitor Car Park is for sta� and visitors ONLY!
2) The Kiss and Drop Zones are to collect and drop o� students. The zones ARE NOT for parking. Please avoid
parking and waiting for more than 2 minutes.
3) Park in the allocated spaces only. Please do not drive onto footpaths or grassed areas.
4) Respect sta� when they are reinforcing the guidelines.
Please respect and follow our expectations for the safety and welfare of everyone.
Yours sincerely,
Mr Greg Haynes Mrs Sharon Willoughby Mr Andrew Edmondson
Principal Acting Principal Principal
School of the Nativity Thiele Primary School Pilgrim Primary School
Campus Car Parking Guidelines
Sta� and Visitor Car Park
� This car park is for sta� working at the 3 schools and OSHC and for visitors to Campus.
� Parents ARE NOT to park in the car park unless visiting during the day for a school related issue where they
can use the signed visitor car parking spaces.
� NO PARENT OR CAREGIVER should park here at morning drop o� (8.20am- 8.45am) or after school pick up
(2:30pm- 3.30pm)
Campus Kiss and Drop
� This is a 2-minute parking area for picking up or dropping o� children. NO PARKING drivers are not to park
and wait or leave their vehicle. Sta� can request parents move from these zones if they are being used
incorrectly.
� Parents should drive to the end point and make sure children only exit and enter the vehicle from the
passenger side
� If the child is not there to be picked up you are to drive through and exit to Campus Drive then come
through the Kiss and Drop Zone again
Nativity Car Park
� Parents are welcome to park in this car park before and after school.
� Everyone is to use the designated paths and drivers are required to give way to pedestrians at the
crossovers.
Nativity Kiss and Drop Zone
� This is the path leading in front of the church entrance and enters the Nativity car park
� This is a NO PARKING area and drivers are not to leave their vehicle.
Thiele and Pilgrim Kiss and Drop
� Top of Campus Drive. This is the same process as the Campus Kiss and Drop.
Pre School Car Park
� This is strictly for Pre School parents and sta� use only. NO CAMPUS SCHOOL parents are to park in this car
park.
Please note the following;
1) Speed limits with children around Campus streets are 25km/h when children are present.
2) Speed limit on site is 5km/h
3) No one is to park in the aged care (Estia) Car Park (Private Property) or block the entry.
4) Obey parking restrictions and signs around Campus
5) Be mindful of the pedestrian crossings on Sunnymeade Dr and Campus Dr
6) Permits must be displayed to use Access (Disabled) Car Parks.
These guidelines are a joint initiative from the Leaders of the three schools. We expect ALL families to respect
and cooperate with the guidelines.
Campus Library - RoboGals fromAdelaide UniversityOn Wednesday 6th of February the RoboGals from Adelaide
University came to campus to work with our year 6/7 students.
Their aim is to inspire and encourage students to consider STEM
courses in university. Students had a hands- on workshop where
they learnt to coding to program EV3 Mindstorms robots.
Their session ended with a very lively round of RoboWars. The
robots jousted with skewers and balloons. The �rst to have their
balloon popped was eliminated from the tournament.
Thank you to Adelaide University and the RoboGals team for
providing our students with an inspiring and engaging event.
Campus Library“Books in the home are as important as parents’ educational level
in determining level of education children will attain.”
Research in Social Strati�cation and mobility, June 2010
From: https://www.slideshare.net/Donalynm/expanding-
adolescents-worldview-with-young-adult-literature
Joining and making use of your local public library and school
library is a free and easy way of providing access to books in your
home.
Campus Library VolunteersIn a large Library such as the Campus Library, we are always
grateful for any assistance. We require volunteers to assist at the
circulation desk, re-shelving books, processing of new resources
and with library displays.
If you are able to assist with some of these activities on a regular
or occasional basis please contact us in the Library at your
convenience.
With an emphasis on providing a safe working environment, we
cannot provide an appropriate place for volunteers to bring
young, pre-school children. As with all Campus volunteers it is a
requirement that you obtain a Child-Related Employment
Screening. Please see the Administration sta� in your school to
organise this. Costs for the screening will be covered by the
Schools.
No prior library experience is necessary, the Library sta� are
happy to provide training as needed.
Contact us:
You can phone your school o�ce and request to speak with
Library sta�.
You can drop in and see us and take a look around the Library.
You can email us.
Campus Teacher Librarian
Hajnalka Molloy
Campus Library Administrator
Maureen Dickson
Aberfoyle Park Primary School Campus- Play CafeOpen every Tuesday & Friday 9.30 am - 1.30 pm during school
terms.
Light refreshments available.
Campus Uniform ShopThe Campus Uniform Shop is open on:
Monday 2.30 pm - 3.30 pm
Wednesday 8.30 am - 9.30 am
Friday 8.30 am - 9.30 am
Thiele Assembly RosterTerm 1
Week 4 - Friday February 22 - No Assembly due to swimming
Week 6 - Friday March 8 - No Assembly due Pupil Free Day
Week 8 - Friday March 22 - T10 Mr Geoghan
Week 10 - Friday April 5 - No Assembly due to Sports Day
Notes sent homeMaterials and Services Charges
Canteen Price List
Reminder
If you have recently changed your address or phone number,
please remember to contact the school and update your
details or use the Skoolbag App to advise of your new details.
Thank you
COMMUNITY NEWS
Free Meningococcal B immunisationFree Meningococcal B vaccinations will be available to children
and students from 1st February. To receive the free vaccine,
children and students must be SA residents and have a Medicare
card. Meningococcal disease is a serious infection caused by
meningococcal bacteria. It can a�ect all age groups but it is most
common in children under age 5 and in young people aged 15 to
20. To �nd out more information read the following factsheet
relevant to your schools:
· Factsheet for primary schools
- https://edi.sa.edu.au/library/document-
library/newsletters/update/meningococcal-b-primary-
immunisation.pdf
· Factsheet for secondary schools
- https://edi.sa.edu.au/library/document-
library/newsletters/update/meningococcal-b-secondary-
immunisation.pdf
Contact: SA Health website
for more information.
SA Dental ServiceKEEP YOUR KIDS SMILING
Dental care is FREE for ALL babies, preschool and most children
under 18 years
at School Dental Service clinics.
The School Dental Service is a Child Dental Bene�ts Schedule
provider.
Call us now for an appointment!
Your local clinic is: Noarlunga GP Plus Dental Clinic
Phone: 8384 9244
www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/sadental
LANGUAGES IN THE WEST!School of Languages o�ers 11 languages after school hours
for Reception - Year 7
across the following Western suburbs schools:
Alberton Primary School - Chinese, French (Wednesday)
Fulham North Primary School - French (Monday)
Lockleys Primary School - Japanese (Tuesday)
Lockleys North Primary School - Italian (Saturday)
School of Languages - Arabic* , Auslan, Chinese, Hindi,
Indonesian,
Italian*, Japanese, Khmer, Korean*, Spanish (Saturday,
*Wednesday)
West Beach Primary School - Chinese (Monday)
Enrol now for 2019!
Visit the website for a complete timetable
www.schoolo�anguages.sa.edu.au
Enquiries during o�ce hours to
8301 4800
Aberfoyle Park High School - IGNITER E G I S T E R N O W
IGNITE at Aberfoyle Park High School
IGNITE is a specialist program for students with high intellectual
potential. Aberfoyle Park High School is the o�cial Department
of Education school for gifted students in the southern
metropolitan area of Adelaide.
H O W D O I K N O W I F M Y
C H I L D I S G I F T E D?
The characteristics of gifted children vary; however, many display
some or all of the following traits:
High levels of curiosity and deep levels of knowledge in one or
more area Excellent creative thinking and ability to problem
solve
Strong empathy for social justice
Highly developed sense of humourInitial selection is based on
performance in the Australian Council for
Education (ACER) Gifted and Talented Assessment.
Year 7 students in 2019 are eligible to sit the test for a place in the
IGNITE program for 2020.
IGNITE TEST
SATURDAY 23 FEBRUARY 2019
9 AM - 1 PM
ABERFOYLE PARK HIGH SCHOOL
REGISTER YOUR CHILD TO SIT THE TEST AT: www.aphs.sa.edu.au
A registration fee of $120 applies for non-school card holders.
Registrations close
Friday 15 February 2019.
For further information visit our website or contact
2019 - Term 1 Diary Dates
Term 1 29/01/19 - 13/04/19
Term 2 30/04/19 - 6/07/19
Term 3 23/07/19 - 28/09/19
Term 4 15/10/19 - 14/12/19
Week 4
Monday February 18 - Friday February 22
R - 5 Swimming
Tuesday February 19
Thiele PS Governing Council Meeting
Week 5
Thursday February 28
Sports Day Trials
Friday March 1
SAPSASA District swimming
Week 6
Monday March 4
Campus Conference
Friday March 8
Pupil Free Day
Week 7
Monday March 11 - Public Holiday
Tuesday March 12 - Friday March 15
Year 6/7 Aquatics
Week 8
Thursday March 31
Campus Assembly
Week 9
Thursday March 28
SAPSASA State Metro Swimming
Saturday & Sunday March 30 & 31
Pedal Prix Mt Gambier
Week 10
Friday April 5
Campus Sports Day
Thursday April 11
End of Term 1 - Early Dismissal 2.00 pm
Friday April 12
Pupil Free Day
2019 - Term 2 Diary DatesWeek 1
Thursday May 2
SAPSASA District Athletics Carnival
Week 2
Friday May 10
SAPSASA District Cross Country
Week 3
NAPLAN Monday May 14 - Friday May 24
Year 3, 5 & 7 NAPLAN
Week 4
Tuesday May 21
SAPSASA State Metro Athletics
Week 5
Wednesday May 29
Instrumental Music Night
Thursday May 30
Campus Assembly
Friday May 31
Biggest Morning Tea
Week 6
Monday June 3
Campus Conference
Wednesday June 5
Campus Green Day
Thursday June 6
SAPSASA State Cross Country
Week 7
Monday June 10
Public Holiday
Week 9
Friday June 28
Pedal Prix Disco
Week 10
Friday July 5
End of Term 2 - early Dismissal 2.00 pm
The E?!lepsy Centre - South Australia &The Northern Territory
Driving the Power of Purple through Education and
Awareness
Certi�cate of Recognition
Thiele Primary School
are now
Epilepsy Aware
Training completed on January 24, 2019
Thiele Primary School
Campus Drive, Aberfoyle Park SA, Australia
08 8270 4222
www.thieleps.sa.edu.au/