News from Around the School
Grade 6 Camp
Grade 6 students and teachers have had an amazing time at Echuca! Thanks to Mrs Gracias, Mrs Woods, Mrs Vella, Mr Craig, Mr Michael, Mrs Cassar, Mrs Doell and of course all the students for their wonderful behaviour and positive attitude. Thank you also to Fr. Tho Tran for visiting. Check out all the big smiles and the beautiful blue skies!
Harmony Day 2019
Harmony Week is about inclusiveness, respect and belonging.
Harmony Day on 21 March is a celebration of multiculturalism and at Queen of Peace we are proud of our diversity.
On this day our students were allowed to wear casual wear and the school was awash with orange to signify this important day of cultural respect for everyone who calls Australia home. From the traditional owners of this land, to those who have come from many countries around the world. The celebrations will continue on Friday 26 April with Everyone Belongs Day. More details of this day will be shared soon.
Activities and learning for Harmony Day took place in the classroom and out in the playground:
Prep B celebrated cultural diversity in their specialist Music sessions with Mrs Bracken. Here they are playing rhythms on African instruments.
A special thank you to William P (5C) the Official Harmony Day Photographer for his enthusiasm and hard work capturing so many special moments.
You may wish to print out activity sheets below for more fun over the weekend:
or read this lovely book by Mem Fox.
"Every day all over Australia, children are laughing and crying, playing and learning, eating and sleeping. They may not look the same or speak the same language, but inside, they are just like you. This story weaves its way across cultures and generations, celebrating the bond that unites us all".
CLICK HERE to enjoy the book read aloud.
Harmony in the classroom
At Queen of Peace our vision statement includes the following:
"We welcome all people into a peaceful environment that empowers them to become proactive members of our global community. We respect all people, in an environment that is just and free from discrimination and inequality".
Here our students from Prep B show they can collaborate on projects in friendship and harmony.
Congratulations!
On Wednesday, Garv M (3C) and his parents became Australian Citizens. We welcome you with open arms and know that you and your family will have a bright future in Australia.
Ride2School
Thursday 28 March
Children, families and teachers are invited to meet at Tatman Drive Reserve at 8:15am Thursday 28 March. The Ride2School group (this includes scooters) will make their way along the bike path from Tatman Drive to Queen of Peace. Please make sure all bikes are safe to ride with pumped wheels, correct seat position, working brakes and gears. Don't forget your helmet!
'Autism for Parents' free online course
OLT has developed a “Autism for Parents” online course which has been written specifically for parents to give them a better understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorders and the implications for parenting.
Modules covered:
Social Relationships
- Understanding the needs and responses of others
- What can a parent/carer do?
- Social Stories
- Communicating with children with autism
- Understanding abstract concepts
Behaviour
- Managing behaviour
- Following instructions
- Obsessive behaviour
Family
- Changes in routine
- Sleep
- Siblings
Life Skills
- Safety
- Personal hygiene
- Leisure activities
- Making choices
- Sexual awareness
Sensory Awareness
- Sensory issues
- Eating and dietary illness
Outside Support
- Integrating with the local community
- Dealing with public reaction</
Mrs Rigby has some special activities planned...
...but needs your donations! Do you have any unwanted CD’s that she can upcycle/recycle into artworks with the children? Please send them to the art room or the office.
Everyone Belongs Day
As part of EVERYONE BELONGS DAY on Friday 26 April, all children will receive a special treat; an Italian Gelati cup from Auroa Foods. There is no cost to families however, for planning purposes all children from Prep to grade 3 will need to order their flavour via CareMonkey. Children in grades 4 to 6 will order via their classroom.
The flavours are:
LEMON (contains egg whites)
STRAWBERRY (contains egg whites)
MANGO (contains egg whites)
CHOCOLATE (contains milk)
Places available at QoP
We currently have limited places available for immediate enrolment. Encourage family, friends and those interested to contact Cathy C in the office on 9369 2581.
Story Time for pre-schoolers
Please meet in the Hall foyer (the Library has been relocated in preparation for new building works). Every Thursday from 9am with Mrs Favata. Come along for some stories, singing and fun activities.
Commbank School Banking
School Banking day is Tuesday. The process is as follows: students bring in their depoist books with their money on a Tuesday morning and hand to their classroom teacher. It is then sent to the office in the Note Tub to be banked. Students receive a Dollarmites token each time they bank. Please read flyer below for more information about the program and rewards for Term 1.
Prep 2020 Enrolments
Please visit the school office to collect an Enrolment Pack between the hours of 8:45am - 4:15pm Mon-Fri (closed during school holidays).
Children are eligible for school if they turn five prior to 30 April in the year they attend. If your child was born 1 May 2014 - 30 April 2015 they are eligible to attend school in 2020.
Interested parents are welcome to join us for a tour of Queen of Peace Primary School:
Tuesday 28 May 2019 9:00 - 10:00am
Thursday 30 May 2019 2:30 - 3:30pm
Thursday 30 May 2019 6:30 - 7:30pm
Prep 2020 enrolment enquiries: Samantha St Leon, Parish Prep Enrolment Officer 0411 537 322 or enrolments@qopaltonameadows.catholic.edu.au
Learning at QoP - Term 1, 2019
The specific learning that is happening at Queen of Peace is communicated to parents and caregivers through the “Learning at QoP” publication. This document provides important information about curriculum at Queen of Peace.
“Learning at QoP” is distributed twice a term; a whole school overview at the beginning of the term and year level overviews midway through the term. These documents are delivered electronically via the website (see Parents | Curriculum Updates) and the School Newsletter. Hard copies are available upon request, please ask at the office.
Whole school overview for Term 1, 2019 is attached below:
Year Level Overviews, for Term 1, 2019:
A message from the Office
To avoid disruption to classrooms, if children need to be collected early they should be picked up at the lunch break (at 1:30pm Monday or 1:40pm Tuesday-Friday). It is also very disruptive for classes and the office to by passing on messages to children in the afternoons. It would be appreciated if these interruptions could be kept to a minimum.
Canteen
Thank you to the following volunteers for giving up their time to help Antoinette in the canteen:
Mon 25 Mar: Teresa P
Tues 26 Mar: Meg W & Michelle R
Weds 13 Mar: Michelle R & Melissa R
Thurs 14 Mar: Jessie N & Michelle R
Fri 15 Mar: Poonam G
Mon 18 Mar: Bel T & Margaret J
Tues 19 Mar: Meg W
Weds 20 Mar: Belinda N
Thurs 21 Mar: Michelle R
Fri 22 Mar: Gina P
Can you spare time to help Antoinette in the canteen? See attached request form with details. All volunteers must have a current Working with Children Check registered with the school office. Approximate times 10am - 2pm. Please contact the school office if you are unable to help out on your rostered day. To volunteer, please fill out the following form and return to the school office.
The current canteen menu is attached below.
Uniform Shop
It is time to start purchasing Winter Uniforms. CLICK HERE to read the Uniform Policy or refer to the STUDENT HANDBOOK 2019.
Change of Sizing: When ordering polos shorts and trousers, please be aware that the sizing has changed, they are now a smaller fit. If you would like the equivalent of an old size 6, with the change of sizing you would now need to order a size 8. If on receipt of goods you see the size is wrong, please keep the tags on and return it to the Uniform Shop or Office for exchange. Please bear in mind there is still stock remaining in the old sizing which needs to be sold first. Thank you for your patience and understanding during this transition.
The usual shop opening time is Friday 2:30-3:30pm, however please always check the latest newsletter and FlexiBuzz for any changes. Orders can be left with the office if you are unable to attend at this time. CLICK HERE to print out an order form. As we no longer have plastic bags, when placing orders could you please supply a plastic bag for us to return the protected item.
Early Arrival & Supervision
Parents are strongly encouraged to ensure their child is at school in plenty of time to begin class at 8:50am. Our aim is to have all children arrive between 8:30 am and 8:45 am. It is very inconvenient for children to be arriving at the classroom after the bell. Yard Duty supervision of children begins at 8:30am when the gate beside the Visual Arts Space is opened. For their own safety, children are not permitted on the school grounds unsupervised before 8:30am. If parents wish to leave children at school earlier than 8:30am, children must be registered and booked into the Before School Care program. This service is provided by OSHclub. Further information can be found by calling OSHclub head office 8564 9000 or at www.oshclub.com.au
Only children attending Before School Care should enter the school via the Before School Care door (near Office).