FROM THE PRINCIPAL

The writing of student reports is predominantly done in a teacher’s own time outside of their normal work hours, often taking up much of their weekends. This substantially increases the workload and stress for staff during this time.  Consequently, the Department of Education has asked all schools to work with their school community to review the impact of Reporting to Parents on teacher workload and how we might do things differently. After consulting with the P&C, School Board and school community, it has been decided that reports sent home at the end of each semester will now contain the following:

• There will be a general comment only with no learning area comments.
• Grades in strands and sub strands will be provided in English and Mathematics.
• Grades in strands for all learning areas will be provided.
• Effort grade will be allocated to all learning areas.

We will continue to provide a hard copy of the report to all students from Kindergarten – Year 6. A copy will also be sent home through Connect to those parents of Pre-primary to Year 6 students. Parents will be encouraged to meet with their child’s teacher should they require more information than outlined in the report.

P&C COLOUR RUN

I would like to thank and acknowledge all members of the school community who contributed to our P&C Colour Run conducted on the last day of Term Three. A big thank you to the P&C members who were instrumental in organising this event. It was great to see so many students and staff enjoying themselves and ultimately raising funds for our school. More information to follow about how much was raised.

YEAR SIX STUDENTS

I would like to wish our Year Six students all the best for their final term at Wellard Primary School.  They have several exciting events to look forward to and I am sure they will continue to work hard and apply themselves throughout the term.  They have been a great bunch of kids who have set a fine example for our younger students.

CHANGE IN EATING TIMES AT LUNCH

We have made an alteration to the playing and eating times during the lunch break. Recently, we have noticed that students are finishing their lunch well within the eating time resulting in an increase in the number of behavioural issues. Therefore, we have increased the playing time (11am – 11.22am) and reduced the time students have to eat their lunch (11.25am – 11.40am). We will monitor this situation over time to see if these changes impact significantly on students.

HOUSE CARNIVAL

 

Congratulations to all students on the level of sportsmanship they displayed throughout the days and the way they conducted themselves particularly on our House Carnival Day. Well done Mr Paparone and Mr McIntyre on the organisation of the days. I would also like to thank and acknowledge the efforts of all staff in preparing their students for the carnival. Thank you to those parents who also assisted on the day. Congratulation to Doornart (Green)  on winning the Jitty Jitty Shield and to all individual champions and runner ups. Well done everybody.

MULTICULTURAL LUNCH (WEEK 4)

Our Multicultural Lunch which will be held on Tuesday 29^th October. Students can come to school dressed in their cultural dress and participate in a morning tea with family members. We will start with a brief assembly before lunch with students performing a variety of cultural dances. More information will be available later this week through Connect in regard to the organisation of this event.

INTERSCHOOL ATHLETICS CARNIVAL (WEEK 4)

This will be conducted on Wednesday 30^th November and Thursday 31^st November at Wellard Oval on Abingdon Crescent, Wellard. We wish participating students all the best over these two days.

ASSEMBLY

The next assembly will be conducted by Rooms 3 & 29 on Friday 25^th October with EC4 and Room 2 presenting the following Friday, 1^st November.

SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT DAY

Parents and guardians are reminded that we have a School Development Day on Friday 22^nd November (Week 7). Students DO NOT come to school this day as staff will be involved in professional learning.

PLANNING FOR 2025

We have begun the process of organising our school for 2025. Any families who know they are not returning for 2025 are asked to inform the school through the office.

SCHOOL PHOTOS (KAPTURE)

Thank you to everyone for your cooperation in being so well organised for the school photos conducted in Week 2. The photographers were extremely impressed with the behaviour of all of our students across the school. Well done everyone.

KISS AND DRIVE

When using the Kiss and Drive on both sides of the school, I ask that you always drive to the furthest bay making it easier on the vehicles behind you to access this area. Please, do not leave your vehicle if you park in the Kiss and Drive. On McWhirter Promenade, when traffic is not moving, it is not a good idea to double park waiting for a bay to become available. It is best to drive up to Millar Road, turn right and then turn right on to Fairhaven Boulevard back to Johnson Road. By the time you return there should be a Kiss and Drive spot available.

KINDERGARTEN ENROLMENTS FOR 2025

Wellard PS still has some vacancies for Kindergarten for 2025. To be eligible for enrolment, students need to be born between 1^st July 2020 and 30^th June 2021. When enrolling your child, you will need to come into the office and provide the following:

• Copy of your child’s Birth Certificate
• Up to date Immunisation Records
• Proof of Address that you reside in our local intake area – preferably a utility bill in your name that is no older than three months.

Please note that students who live within our local intake area will be prioritised for enrolment. Our local intake area can be found within “Schools Online” on the Department of Education’s website. We only have 8 vacancies available for next year.

VOLUNTARY CONTRIBUTIONS

Payment of Voluntary Contributions is now due. Funds raised through these contributions are used to purchase resources etc. to complement the educational programs we run throughout the school. Thank you to those families who have already paid their contributions. As a school we are always conscious of the costs we seek from parents in relation to educational activities.

Kindergarten – Year 6 - $60 per child per year.

 

Our preferred way of payment is by using our Qkr App, please see attached PDF for details. School contributions can also be paid at the office or

 

By direct deposit

Account Name: Wellard Primary School

(Please use the student’s surname as reference)

BSB: 066 040    Account Number 19901412

PHOTOGRAPHS OF STUDENTS

In recent weeks we have had events where it has provided the opportunity for parents to take photographs of their own children. We have a number of parents who have requested their child’s photograph not be used by the school on Facebook, Instagram etc. for a range of reasons. I request that when taking photographs of your own child, please do not post them on social media if the identity of other students can be determined.

STRANGER DANGER

I urge all parents to talk to your child or children about walking safely to and from school. Following are some suggestions to help your child/children stay safe.  Please ask your child to:

•    Always travel in company

•    Walk on the right-hand side of the road so you face oncoming traffic

•    Wherever possible, leave space between yourself and the roadway

•    Stay in areas that are well lit

•    Stay in view – avoid going into areas that are hidden from view (such  as parkland bush or behind shopping centres) and plan trips to avoid

     such locations

•    Be alert – earphones and headphones can reduce your awareness considerably

•    If you have a mobile phone, have it turned on and ready to dial an emergency number

•    If a passing car stops nearby never get too close

•    Do not hesitate to run from a situation in which you feel at risk

•    Provide this advice to brothers and sisters, especially if younger

•    Report suspicious behaviour to parents, school and the police, noting number plates of cars and/or clothing or distinguishing features of individuals.

Remember to call 131 444 or the local station to report an incident to police or 1800 333 000 to reach crime stoppers. Only call 000 in case of an emergency.

Kind regards

 

Geoff Miller

Principal

geoff.miller@education.wa.edu.au

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WELLARD DENTAL THERAPY CENTRE

Dear Parents/Guardians,

Term 4 2024

Wellard Dental Therapy Centre

Open 5 DAYS! Mon, Tues, Wed, Thur & Fri.

8am – 4pm

Lunch 1:00-1:30pm

Email: wellarddtc@health.wa.gov.au

Phone: 9553 0610

Our clinic operates on bookings, we are not a walk-in service. If your child requires emergency dental care please call us and we will let you know he earliest time we can see them or let you know other options.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Wellard School Dental Team - Carissa (Dental Therapist) & Chantelle (Dental Assistant)

PHYSICAL EDUCATION UPDATE

The House Carnival was completed on Wednesday, October 10 which - along with the Jumps, Throws and Long Distance running events held last term – completed the Athletics Carnival program for this year. All events went well, due to the wonderful support of parents and staff, and the excellent behaviour of the students themselves. A big thank you goes out to all staff, students, parents and community members who supported this event. Doornart won the House Carnival this year with a solid overall effort. There were a lot of great performances across the individual events, but we were most pleased to see every student give their personal best for themselves and their Houses. Well done to all students who participated in the events. A full list of individual champions and runners up from the House Carnival are below.

In other news, the KSSA Interschool Athletics Carnival will take place over two days on Wednesday October 30 (jumps, throws and long distance running events) and Thursday, October 31 (Interschool Carnival). We wish the best of luck to all of our students who are representing the school. We hope to see as many parents supporting them as possible.

Kind regards,

David McIntyre and Matthew Paparone.

Physical Education Specialists

Wellard Primary School

Year 1                                                                        

Girls Champion – Billie                                  

Girls Runner up – Silke                                 

Boys Champion – Zac                                   

Boys Runner up – Caden

Year 2

Girls Champion – Siferow     

Girls Runner up – Emma

Boys Champion – Basti

Boys Runner up –  Abraham

Year 3                                                

Girls Champion – Layton                   

Girls Runner up – Penny                               

Boys Champion – Talon                                

Boys Runner up – Maison                 

Year 4

Girls Champion – Marian

Girls Runner up – Mutsa

Boys Champion – Nirvik

Boys Runner up – Dylan

Year 5                                                

Girls Champion – Meher                   

Girls Runner up – Harper                  

Boys Champion – Cash                                 

Boys Runner up – Yashraj     

Year 6

Girls Champion – Tia & Joyce

Girls Runner up – Eden

Boys Champion­ -   Boston

Boys Runner up - Leon          

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