School News
School Disco
The Parents and Friends are holding a disco for Uraidla Primary students on Thursday, June 20, from 6pm to 7:30pm.
This year it will be held in the gym, and we have hired a professional disco DJ, who specialises in primary school-aged discos.
Tickets are $7 and children will be provided with a snack (bag of chips) halfway through.
Children should bring their own drink bottle and can wear whatever they would like – dressing up is welcomed but remember kids do get hot, so layers are great!
For younger kids and those sensitive to noise there will be a chill-out area in the corner of the gym if they feel a little overwhelmed, but all children will be required to stay in the gym for the full time.
Children will be signed in, on arrival, and signed out when they are picked up.
This is a great event that the kids have enjoyed in the past so don’t delay and get your ticket* from flexi schools today!
Please note that although there will be a few staff present, this event is primarily run by and supervised by the school’s Parents and Friends group.
*Physical tickets will be passed onto students a few days prior to the disco.
Book Week 2024
Book Week is almost here, and it’s time for students, parents, and families to start preparing for one of the most enchanting events of the school year. This year, Book Week will be celebrated in Week 5 of Term 3, with the captivating theme, "Reading is Magic." It's an excellent opportunity to ignite a love for reading and let children's imaginations soar.
Costume Guidelines: Embrace the Magic of Books
To fully embrace the theme "Reading is Magic," we encourage students to dress up as their favourite characters from books that evoke a sense of wonder, magic, and adventure. Here are a few guidelines and suggestions to help families create magical and memorable costumes:
1. **Stick to Book Characters:**
- Please remember that costumes should represent characters from books. Avoid superhero costumes unless they are from a book (e.g., "Percy Jackson" series, "Harry Potter" series).
2. **Explore Magical Themes:**
- Consider characters from fantasy and adventure genres. Think wizards, fairies, enchanted creatures, and adventurous heroes.
3. **Get Creative and DIY:**
- Homemade costumes can be both fun and cost-effective. Use everyday items to recreate iconic looks. For example, a simple black robe and a stick can transform a child into Harry Potter.
4. **Inspiration Ideas:**
- **"Harry Potter" Series:** Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, or any Hogwarts house member.
- **"Alice in Wonderland":** Alice, the Mad Hatter, or the Cheshire Cat.
- **"The Chronicles of Narnia":** Aslan, Lucy, or the White Witch.
- **"Matilda":** Matilda herself, Miss Honey, or Miss Trunchbull.
- **"The Magic Faraway Tree" Series:** Moonface, Silky the Fairy, or the Saucepan Man.
5. **Comfort and Practicality:**
- Ensure costumes are comfortable and safe for a day at school. Avoid heavy accessories or anything that might obstruct movement or vision.
Let’s make Book Week 2024 a magical experience for everyone. Start planning those spellbinding costumes and get ready to celebrate the wonder and enchantment of reading!
A note from Kirrily
I love to use Kimochis as a part of my work with students, often learning a lot about my own feelings in the process too! I'm sure if your kids have been at the school during the years Rec-2 you would have heard them mention Kimochis - toys with feelings! I use these feelings pillows to help kids identify what feelings they have, and then come up with strategies to deal with these various emotions which make our life rich and interesting. Parents and caregivers can use Kimochis to help children learn to use tone of voice, body language, and appropriate words to communicate in positive ways before and during the heat of an emotional moment. Get in touch if you'd like to know more about using Kimochis at home! :)
Uniform Ordering
Did you know our school uniforms can now be ordered through Flexi Schools? We have the whole range available for you to order through the Flexi schools app. Place your order online and we will get the order packaged and delivered to your child.
Alternatively, please come into the front office on a Monday or Friday for a viewing/fitting or to purchase.
Enrolment in Reception
If you have a child turning 5 in the next 12 months, it's time to enrol them to start school. Children either start school at the start of the year or in July, depending on their age.
Our school has now reached capacity and we have begun a Capacity Management Plan, which means that we give priority enrolment to children in our catchment area. Please note that younger siblings of existing students are guaranteed enrolment.
If you are speaking to other families about enrolling in school, they can find their local school through the Find My School website: Find a school zone or preschool catchment area (education.sa.gov.au)
Enrolments for the start of 2025 should be finalised by June 21 this year. Once we know how many students from our catchment area will be coming, we will be able to determine whether we can welcome other local families.
Please contact the front office for a registration of interest form today!
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