Term 2 - Week 4 - 23rd May, 2024

IMPORTANT DATES

FROM THE ACTING PRINCIPAL

Dear Families,

As we continue to explore our school's Value of Courage this term, I'm reminded of all the brave acts—big and small—that our students demonstrate each day. Whether they raise their hand to answer a tricky question, try a new activity, or face a personal challenge, the courage of our young learners inspires me constantly.

AEDC

Grade 3-4 Visit to the Arboretum
Our Year 3 and 4 students enjoyed a wonderful educational excursion to the local Arboretum last week. They had the chance to explore the diverse plant life and learn about the importance of conservation. They also had the opportunity to propagate their own succulents and were even lucky enough to see a few platypi. Hands-on, real-world experiences like this bring their classroom lessons to life.

Student Wellbeing Check In
Grades 3-6 pupils recently completed the Student Wellbeing and Engagement Check-in as part of our commitment to student wellbeing and school belonging. The check-in gives our older students a safe space to discuss their feelings, raise any concerns, and ask for support if they need it. This survey assists teachers in playing an active role in helping students grow as whole people by supporting them academically, emotionally, and cognitively.

Representative Cross Country
Looking ahead to next week, our representative cross-country runners will participate in the NWPSSA Cross Country at Ulverstone. The team of runners has been training with Mr Henry's support. We wish them all the best and will cheer them on every step of the way!

Delta Dog Visit

Sharing Assembly Group A
Finally, next Friday's assembly will be sharing group A. Join us as we celebrate our students' achievements and talents. There are always surprises in store! 

As we wrap up another exciting few weeks at Spreyton Primary, I'm filled with gratitude for our outstanding students, hardworking teachers and supportive families. The courage, engagement, and sense of community you all demonstrate makes our school a truly special place. Thank you for your continued partnership as we create enriching learning experiences and nurture the whole child. 

Nathan Gratton
ACTING PRINCIPAL

SPREYTON PRIMARY SCHOOL VALUES AWARD RECIPIENTS

TEMPORARY VENUE CHANGE - LIL AND STORY TIME SESSIONS

Beginning Tuesday 21st May, Devonport Child Care will be operating out of our Spreyton Launching into Learning classroom for a period of 4-6 weeks due to a flood at their Malangenna premises.  LiL plus Rhyme and Story Time sessions will be held in Kinder Robert's classroom during this period.

A temporary fence has been erected in the Kinder playground so the access to the Kinder will be through the double gates on the basketball court side of the Kinder.  We understand that this may cause some inconvenience, and we apologise for any disruption to your routine.

We look forward to seeing you next Thursday and Friday for our Rhyme and Story Time and LiL sessions.

Judy Roberts
LiL COORDINATOR

SCHOOL PHOTOS - DELAYED

Due to circumstances beyond our control the photos have been delayed.  We have been told that they should arrive in the next few weeks.

Karen Wicks
ACTING SCHOOL BUSINESS MANAGER

SIMULTANEOUS STORY TIME

Classes around Spreyton Primary School joined thousands of schools around Australia to participate in this year’s Simultaneous Storytime reading. The book chosen this year was Bowerbird Blues by Aura Parker. The story centres around a bower birds’ search for blue things but never feeling completely satisfied until he finds something more precious than blue. You can click the link below to go on-line and share the story again with your child; make a collection of blue things or talk about things that are close to your heart.

Barrie McClymont
AST

Bowerbird Blues

NATIONAL SORRY DAY - MAY 26

RECONCILIATION WEEK - 27 MAY - 3 JUNE

This year’s theme asks, or rather, demands that reconciliation supporters and allies stand up to defend and uphold the rights of First Nations peoples. Racism must no longer be tolerated or swept under the rug. The voices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples must be amplified across all spaces. 

In the education sector we are in the unique position of being able to support all children to be active and informed members of their communities with knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives. This will lead to an informed next generation who will stand up and be counted.

The link below is a stunning imaged story of Saltwater Country and history by Emma Robertson

Tune in to Saltwater Country – Emma Robertson tells of the Tasmanian Aboriginal people’s connection to kelp in the Great Southern Reef through audio clips and still images. (see link below) 

Barrie McClymont
AST

SHARING ASSEMBLY 31ST MAY

The Grade 1/2 Choir will be performing 2 songs at the sharing assembly on Friday, 31st May.

Angela McClymont,
MUSIC

BEANIES

We have a supply of school beanies available for purchase from the School Office. $20.00 each (CASH ONLY)

SCHOOL ASSOCIATION COMMITTEE

IT'S HOW YOU PLAY THE GAME

“It’s not whether you win or lose, it’s how you play the game”

• Kids play sport to have fun with friends, let them enjoy playing!
• The adult that has volunteered is doing their best. If you disagree, volunteer next time!
• Kids that volunteer as officials are being enormously brave. Umpiring/refereeing is very difficult, never yell out or approach a game official.
• Junior sport should be fun, the result is not important. Oranges at half time, high fives at the end of the game and all the social interactions are what are important.

As we have several sports rosters underway it is important to remember that all these organisations have expectations around spectators/players and officials. Please play your part to keep sport a safe and fun place for your child, and other children.

Derek Henry
PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER

2024 REMINDER PAYMENT OF LEVIES IS DUE

Levies are one of the many ways that families contribute to our school community.  They support student learning by contributing towards the cost of essential items and services.

Levy payments are now due, we ask that you make payment as soon as possible please. Payment can be made online, over the phone or at the school office via EFTPOS or cash between 8.00am and 4.00pm on school days.

We understand some circumstances mean full payment of levies is not possible and Parents/Carers may choose to agree to pay levies by instalments. If you are in this situation I ask that you please contact me to discuss setting up a payment plan. This will enable us to set up an agreed instalment payment plan with regular weekly/fortnightly or monthly payments to suit your circumstances and ensure the levies are paid in full in an acceptable timeframe.

Karen Wicks
ACTING SCHOOL BUSINESS MANAGER

DIGITAL SKILLS FOR FAMILIES

SENATOR URQUHART PHOTO COMPETITION

Each year the Senator prints calendars which are distributed throughout the Braddon electorate for all constituents to enjoy.

This year we are opening it up to the Braddon community to submit an image which highlights the Braddon electorate.

Competition entries will reflect the beautiful landscape within the Braddon region and showcase the local communities with the area.

Photos must be taken within the Braddon area, with the Senators top 5 selected to be posted on Facebook for the community to vote on their favourite 2 photos.

The top 2 photos voted for by the community will be featured on the 2025 calendars with photo credit and will also win a $100 eftpos gift card.

Competition opens 15 May 2025 and closes 7 June 2025

To enter please send through your image to senator.urquhart@aph.gov.au with a caption explaining your image along with your full name, address and contact phone number.

SAFEGUARDING TRAINING FOR PARENTS/CARERS/VOLUNTEERS REMINDER

If you are a parent/carer/family member who is planning to volunteer in our school (parent help, attending excursions, coaching sporting teams etc) it is compulsory that you have completed Safeguarding Training before you undertake any of these activities.

To complete the training please click the link below.

Once completed please download a copy of your certificate (at the end of training) and send with a copy of your Working with Vulnerable People card to the office or alternatively email to spreyton.primary@decyp.tas.gov.au.

PLEASE BE AWARE If you are visiting your child’s class teacher, dropping or collecting your child from the office or attending assemblies then you are not required to have completed the training.

If you have any questions in regard to this please contact the office on 6421 2222.

BRIXHIBITION LEGO CHALLENGE 2024

The Lego challenge is on again. Below are the conditions of entry. So, if you think you can create an excellent model or tell an interesting story with Lego then this is for you. Get your modelling brain switched on and start creating. It is a month away, but you can start practicing now.

Conditions of entry:

• The creation must be from your imagination (not a kit)
• It must be made by you
• It must be no bigger than four, 32x32 lug Lego baseplates
• It must be at school on Monday the 17^th of June for class judging.
• School judging will be held on the 18^th and 19^th of June.
• There are four categories this year – Kinder/Prep, 1/2, 3/4 and 5/6.

The overall winner will have the opportunity to display their creation in the Brixhibition Exhibition on the 13^th and 14^th of July at the Ulverstone Sports Centre.

Barrie McClymont
AST

COMMUNITY NOTICES

School Student Broadband and Initiative

Northern Futsal Devonport