Wellbeing Report
Andre Campbell
When children use the school's internet connection there are several safeguards in place to ensure that inappropriate material is not allowed through, so that the children can enjoy using the internet safely.
We all know that the Internet is a wonderful place for children to learn and have fun, but there are also dangers, and it is important that children are safe while online. Here at Woori Yallock Primary School, we are committed to on-going education about safe and responsible online behaviours. It helps everyone that we work together with teachers, parents and guardians.
If your child has access to the internet at home, we strongly advise you to take a look at the link to the eSmart website, which offers advice, information and resources to help you find out more about how to keep your child safe online. It is important for parents and carers to be aware of checking their privacy settings especially when using social networking sites. The eSmart website has a number of education resources for use in schools and at home. There are a range of topics that may interest you including their “Top 10 Safety Cyber Tips and “How to Develop Healthy Gaming Habits”. Please go to-
The Alannah & Madeline Foundation has developed a new and innovative online learning experience that builds digital intelligence in students aged 10-14, giving them the knowledge and skills they need to harness the opportunities and deal with the challenges of the digital world. This tool is being rolled across Australia later this year. For more information, please check out-
https://www.esmart.org.au/news/digital-literacy-launch/
Breakfast Club Monday & Tuesday 8:15am-8:45am in the German Room
All students can come to school early and have breakfast at school. The Breakfast Club program is run by Jeanette, our school chaplain, Sandy Walter our German teacher and our team of volunteer parents. Food Bank supply breakfast items including a range of breakfast cereals, bread, fresh fruit, tins of spaghetti and other staples. Parents are most welcome to walk their children down to check out the range of choices that are be offered. To avoid disappointment, please try to drop your child off by 8:30am. Breakfast Club must close at 8:45am in order for the classrooms to start.
Labelled Personal Property
Our lost property is located in the alcove near the staffroom. If your child loses clothing or lunchboxes these items will find their way to the alcove. Please make sure your child’s name is clearly labelled and we’ll do our best to return them to the rightful owner. At the moment, there is a large amount of unclaimed jumpers and drink bottles. Please pop down to take a look. All lost property will be emptied next Monday, the May 8th. Any items that cannot be identified will be sold at the next second hand uniform sale.
Fruit Available
Fruit are available in the classrooms for students to eat. Every week, Food Bank supply the school with a variety of fresh fruit including apples, oranges, pears and carrots.
Community Pantry Monday & Tuesday-Hall Foyer
Food Bank generously supply our Breakfast Club program and they are continuing to supply our community pantry. On Monday and Tuesday afternoons from 2:30pm-3:30pm, parents and carers can come along and meet Jeanette, our chaplain to pick up some food items. We have a variety of breakfast staples including long life milk, cereals, soups, rice dishes and fruit. All families will need to do is bring their own bags. If you know someone going through a rough patch please reach out and let the Wellbeing Team know. For parents interested in getting a hamper please email the Wellbeing Team at-
Jeanette.Nortcliffe@education.vic.gov.au
Andre.Campbell@education.vic.gov.au
Kristy.Malcolm@education.vic.gov.au
Second hand uniform sale Monday 8th May 2:15pm
Outside the Hall
Next Monday, we are having a second hand uniform sale outside the hall from 2:15pm onwards. We have a large range of school jumpers, tracksuit pants, shoes/ sandals and summer dresses. Cash is preferred and items can be purchased from $5.00 each or 3 for $10.00.
If you would like to pick up some breakfast cereal or other food items, our community pantry will be open. All monies raised are invested back into the school and the welfare programs which support our students. Please keep those clothing donations coming!
General Enquiries for Second Hand Uniform
For parents looking to purchase second hand uniform you can contact the Wellbeing Team any time, Monday through to Friday. We are happy to make up bags (providing we have the stock) if parents cannot get to the school for our sales.
State School Relief
We can help families who are experiencing financial hardship to purchase school uniform. Please email Kristy from Wellbeing Team for assistance at-
kristy.malcolm@education.vic.gov.au
Chaplain Requests
The Department of Education has made some changes to the National Student Wellbeing Program in schools. For parents and carers interested, you need to sign a consent form in order for Jeanette Nortcliffe to see your child.
Head Lice
Head lice will always be a problem in schools and parents need to be vigilant and screen their children’s hair regularly. We encourage families to always inform the office or tell your child’s teacher when you treat your child. Lice alert notifications are then put up on COMPASS.
The only way to stop lice from reinfesting is to stop their cycles, so repeat treatment and removal of the eggs is your only option.
One popular treatment method is-
- Smother dry hair with conditioner.
- Leave for 20 minutes, this apparently stuns live lice.
- Comb through hair from the scalp to the hair ends with a fine toothed comb and wipe on paper towel to remove lice and eggs. Do this thoroughly and repeat procedure until no lice or eggs are detected.
- Following this treatment, check hair carefully daily.
- Treat and check your child 7 days later however, get into the habit of screening your child every week.
Remember, if you find head lice in your family please tell anyone who has had head to head contact with the family member.
Wellbeing Supports
We promote many opportunities for families and students to be an active part of our local community and encourage parents to be a part of our extra-curricular activities. Our welfare team are available to support families in times of need as we have established partnerships with a number of services. We would love to meet you so see myself, Lily, Jeanette or Kristy for further information.
- State School Relief-school uniforms including underwear and school shoes/runners.
- Second hand uniform
- Student counselling-students can access counselling via a mental health care plan referral from a GP. Shine Bright Psychology-counselling service for students & clinical psychologist Simone Turner. Simone works at the school on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
- For approved students with NDIS or Allied Health Services-Speech Pathology and OT services can provide therapy at school.
- Service-Uniting Family Wellbeing. Uniting offer families individual help for NDIS, linkage to other services, group based and individual support. The team are at school every Wednesday. Please contact the Wellbeing Team for a referral form and we will take you through the steps.
- Eastern Health-Nutrition and Health support
- School Chaplain-Jeanette Nortcliffe (Monday & Tuesdays)
Programs-
- Breakfast club (Monday & Tuesdays 8:15am onwards)
- Free community pantry open Monday and Tuesdays.
- Food hampers
- EACH/Inspiro Health Promotion programs
- Parent Forums-Healthy Lunchboxes & strengthening families
- Health & Gender programs including:
- 3/4 Body Education
- 5/6 Sexuality Program
- Social skills programs to small groups
- Activities at lunchtimes-LEGO Club, Craft Club & Chess Club and others
- Holiday camps for students
- Gift a bike program-Lions Club
Activities at Lunchtime- German Room
Monday & Tuesday-Craft Club
Thursday-Lego Club
Friday-Bring Your Device to School-CANCELLED for Term 2
Our activity clubs at lunchtime have been extremely popular and this term we are hoping to offer more clubs at recess and lunchtimes. For children looking for something fun, make more friends and being creative they may be interested in coming to craft club or Lego club.
In craft club, the younger children have been making turtles using basic weaving techniques, pipe cleaner craft and cat’s eyes. Older students have started weaving baskets by using paper cups. Student can also do colouring in, hang out with friends or just make something out of the materials on hand.
In Lego club, we are still building the Woori Farm. The children are excited that we received the Lego donations especially the Woollies farm brick packs. For children looking for free play, we have students building and connecting with their friends their own ideas and we also have a group building using the Lego Friends themed bricks.
This term Bring Your Own Device to school (Fridays) has been cancelled. There were some issues in term 1 and there are more activity clubs planned for this term. Watch out for news and we will put up announcements on COMPASS.
Attendance & Absences
We encourage parents and carers to refer to COMPASS for information happening at school. Schools are required to work towards IMPROVING THE ATTENDANCE and PUNCTUALITY RATES of our students. When your child is going to be away parents and carers need to notify the school through COMPASS. This really helps us as we are able to communicate effectively with all relevant staff early in the school day.
Attendance Data
Over the time a child attends school, having 1 or 2 days absence does not seem like much but it does add up and can impact on missed learning opportunities.
