What is a COLLABORATOR? A team worker

A communicator

Idea sharer

Talks to friends

A person that works well with people and does not take over

SOMEONE WHO...

Wants to work together

Participates in everything

Doesn’t yell

Is nice

Takes turns

Shares

Is not bossy

Room 6. In SCIENCE we had to be collaborators

because we had to help each other pull the rope to win Tug of War.

LEADERS’ NEWS This week seems very short with a public holiday, pupil free day and Heptathlon. Teachers are busy writing student reports, which will go home on Friday,

Week 9. Students are reflecting on their progress, the success at reaching goals set, and the growth areas to continue to persist with. This information is reported to families in a self- reflection page, and provides great question starters when discussing your child’s progress with them. Staff had a productive day on Tuesday meeting colleagues from our neighbouring schools; over 300 school staff from 17 Partnership sites were given an update on our collective plans and viewed a video on the Powerful learning and Growth mindset work at every site. EPS focused on the engagement we pursue with students, using digital technologies, devices and problem solving activities with an authentic approach. That means hands on learning with a purpose, rather than completion of work sheets to keep busy. Teachers met with “same year level” colleagues and moderated samples of Maths tasks they considered “at” and “above” standard. This led to rigorous discussion regarding the tasks chosen and the ability for students to show their full capabilities.

We have reviewed our Behaviour Plan, and the policy is available on our web page. Student Behaviour Education at Edwardstown Primary School is based on students being a self-manager rather than teachers and leadership being the authority. Our Behaviour Education policy promotes our Learner Powers, being a Self-Manager, Communicator, Collaborator, Thinker and Researcher, developed in consultation with students, staff and school community. Encouraging the development of resilience in our students and the understanding that respect and self-managing responsible behaviour are vital in a successful learning community. The plan aligns with our school values of Respect, Doing Your Best and Care

and Compassion. A reasonable request is not an option but an expectation, and

classes are working through what it looks like to be an effective and responsible

learner in their class. SRC have finalised our Bullying brochure and will share

strategies with their classes. Attached this week is our updated Sport’s Policy

for Out of School Hours Sport. Please read and be reminded of the fantastic

efforts parents, staff and students provide by volunteering for the role of coaches,

managers, umpires, scorers and coordinators (including Canteen) and respect

and value their positions.

Well done everyone for a fantastic Heptathlon day. Sunshine and very motivated

students demonstrated doing their best. Thanks to Vicky, Sue and the many

helpers and families for your support and donations.

Kathy Papps Principal

DATES TO REMEMBER JUNE 22 Meet the Writer Year 6/7 – 10 students 23 Assembly – hosted by Rooms 6 & 18 23 GIANT book sale 26 School Council @ 7.30pm 28 Year 6 / 7 Rugby Carnival 30 French Day JULY 7 Music is Fun- Whole School Last Day of Term 2

Early Dismissal @ 2.10pm Casual Clothes Day – Gold Coin Donation

CHECK OUT OUR SKOOL BAG APP INFO

Week 7 – Thursday, June 14 2017

WALKING SCHOOL BUS

raCongratulations to Luka, Michael, Olive, Lana, Colbie, Violet A, Paton, Connor, Addison, Ethan, Grace, Ash T and Alicia B who have walked to school 10 walks. They will receive a voucher which entitles them to a free ice block from the office any lunch time. What great weather to be walking to school, well done everyone!

FUNDRAISING NEWS ENTERTAINMENT BOOKS – please return book or payment as soon as possible Have you heard about the Entertainment book? These have been sent home. Please pay as soon as possible or return the book if it is not needed. Great value vouchers with up to $20000 in savings. Cost - $70 with $14 going to the school fundraising account. Dining , accommodation, shopping, chemist, movie tickets, holiday ideas, dry-cleaning and many more. We have a copy on display in the Front Office. It is also available as the Digital Entertainment book? What a great idea and it can be loaded on up to 4 devices. You can order your copy online via the link below http://www.entbook.com.au/161e373 Digital version will be added to your phone immediately.

Thank you for your support, Fundraising committee!

SAPSASA AND SPORTS NEWS

State Cross Country Running Championships On Thursday June 1, four of our EPS students travelled to Oakbank Racecourse to compete in the State Cross Country Running Championships. The weather was kind to them and they all enjoyed the chance to compete at a higher level against students from all over the state. Congratulations and well done to Jackson H, Ben P, Cole P and Becky B. Thanks to Scott P, Tania P and Nicole H for transporting and supporting the students.

CUPCAKE DAY THANK YOU Thank you to everyone who supported our cupcake day recently, it was a huge success!! It was beautiful to see the kids' eyes light up at the overwhelming array of cakes that were donated!! Money raised from the cupcake stall will go towards this year’s Strawberry Fair, in particular, recreating and replenishing the unique handmade items at the craft stall. If you would like to get involved with our craft stall (absolutely no special skills or experience is necessary), or you would like to donate handmade items, please let us know, we love any extra hands & fresh ideas!! Alice & Stephanie alicepannenburg@icloud.com

STRAWBERRY FAIR The holidays are coming up and it is a great opportunity to have a clear out. Pre-loved clothing, shoes, books etc are needed. We will start to take donations for the fair after the holidays.

SPORT NEWS Socceroos March Past Last Thursday evening, 43 EPS soccer-playing students and 6 adult coaches joined in the March Past around Adelaide Oval prior to the Socceroos versus Saudi Arabia game. They also got to watch the game along with many of their parents. By all accounts they had a fantastic time and were very grateful for the opportunity to be involved. A big thank you to Martin Richards for being in charge on the evening and doing a fantastic job keeping tabs on some very excited children. Of course he had help – thanks also to Steph Hengsen, Scott Polley, David Handsaker, Esso Brkic and Mark Bassett for helping before, during and after the march. Thanks also to the parents who were there and helped with the backpacks and supervision and to the parents who allowed their children to be a part of it. EPS Soccer - U9 Gold Game 4 AWAY – Saturday 17/6 - 9.45am at Aberfoyle Hub R-7 School. 29 Jeanette Crescent, Aberfoyle Park. Top oval Again we ask that all players are at each game 30mins prior to start time. This week's Team Captain is Riley. And being Team Captain - half time oranges will be provided by Riley's family. Thanks Riley (& Louise). I have attached the latest Fixture. There were 2 teams that pulled out of our group which has affected a couple of our games. Please stay tuned - I'll let you know what's happening on these dates as soon as I can. Training again will be Thursday (every week during term unless it's raining) immediately after school on the oval. Don't forget boots, shin pads and socks. Soccer 2017! Please visit www.sdjsa.com for latest games information. Netball The girls had their first win against Mitcham Primary - score was 13 goals to 9. They had a great game and are getting better and better every week. INSTRUCTIONS TO ACCESS DRAWS FOR SCHOOL NETBALL.

1. Go to www.mynetball.com.au 2. In the top right corner search box, please type ‘Southern Area’ and click on ‘Club’ next to

the search box. 3. In the orange menu bar at the top of this window, click on Matches > Fixtures & Results. 4. Check that you are on 2017 5. Select the different Grades at the top then ‘Go’ to view the different draws.

SPORT FEES – Soccer and netball fees are now overdue so please pay your fees into the bookroom if you haven’t already done so. Volleyball Volleyball is back in Term 2. In the hall Wednesdays after school. Games are played Friday nights.

An awesome win by the year 2/3 mixed winter basketball team this week.

Edwardstown 30 Paringa Park 2

Well done guys !!! 🏀

EDWARDSTOWN PRIMARY SCHOOL PLAYERS’ CODE OF BEHAVIOUR

• After hours School Sport is about participating, having a go, doing your best and above all HAVING FUN ! • You are representing EPS so your behaviour needs to reflect our School Values: Doing Your Best –

Respect – Care and Compassion • Play by the rules and show respect to your team mates, your coach, the other teams and umpires. • Players are encouraged to thank coaches and umpires after each game. • A good sport is a good Self Manager. • Role model positive behaviour at all times. • Always try your best and encourage others to do the same. • Treat all players, as you would like to be treated. • Celebrate playing well and participating as a Team. • Teamwork matters – Everyone belongs!

PARENTS’ CODE OF BEHAVIOUR

• After hours School Sport is about participating, having a go, doing your best and above all HAVING FUN! • Encourage participation at ALL times because winning is not everything. • Encourage learning how to lose as an important part of playing any sport. • Do promote winning with dignity and humility. • Assist in teaching children to learn the rules and the importance of following them. • Role model good sportsmanship and adult conduct at all times. Be gracious to opposition players,

coaches and spectators. • Role model healthy lifestyles. Reminder: School grounds are smoke free. • Never belittle a child for making a mistake or losing a game. Do focus on good team play and avoid

individualised incentives. • Support and recognise the value of volunteer coaches including the opposition, who have given up their

time. Without them school sport would not be possible. Thank them when you are presented with an opportunity.

• Do not argue with sporting officials (i.e. Umpires) or coaches, or anyone from opposing teams during the game. All grievances need to be directed to the EPS team’s coach/manager or directly to Edwardstown Primary School, in alliance with the After Hours School Sports Grievance Policy.

COACHES’ CODE OF BEHAVIOUR • After hours School Sport is about participating, having a go, doing your best and above all HAVING FUN ! • Be reasonable in your demands on children’s’ time, energy, abilities and their enthusiasm. • Teach players to understand the rules and the importance of following them. • Role model good sportsmanship at all times. • Remember that children participate for fun and enjoyment. Winning is only a part of their motivation

therefore all players deserve an equal opportunity to participate. • Never belittle the children for making a mistake, use this opportunity to help them learn. • Encourage players to respect their teammates, opponents and sporting officials. • Do not argue with sporting officials, or anyone from opposing teams during the game. All grievances

need to be directed to the Edwardstown Primary School office or the Sports Co-ordinator, in alliance with the After Hours School Sports Grievance Policy.

Please note : Failure to follow the codes of behaviour may result in disciplinary action such as exclusion from games. Code of behaviour documentation can be found on the EPS website.

Updated 2017

IT’S ON AGAIN……

YEARBOOK DRAWING COMPETITION! This year we are organising the drawing competition again for our Yearbook. We will have 3 sections with a winner from each of these year levels R-1, 2-4, 5-7. R-1 = Students are welcome to enter this section and the winner’s drawing will be placed on the back cover. 2-4 = Students are welcome to enter this section and the winner’s drawing will be placed in the centre of the book. 5-7 = Students are welcome to enter this section and the winner’s drawing will be the front cover The entry needs to be on a A4 white piece of paper- ‘2017 Year book’ words need to be on the front somewhere and your name and room number written on the back. Please use a portrait piece of paper not landscape when entry your page. The drawings will need to be in by Friday 18th August (End of Week 4 Term 3) Entries need to be placed in the boxes provided which are in the front foyer.

START NOW!!!! WINNERS WILL BE ANOUNCED IN ASSEMBLY IN TERM 3

CHANGE OF EMAIL ADDRESS FORM Name: email address:

PLEASE RETURN TO THE FRONT OFFICE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE OUR SCHOOL WEB ADDRESS IS: www.edwardps.sa.edu.au Our school newsletters are always available on this website

PARENT FEEDBACK I WANT TO KNOW…. Your views are important to us! Please send an email to Kathy.Papps15@schools.sa.edu.au to ensure that we understand your views.

SKOOLBAG APP DON’T MISS OUT ON SOMETHING……SIMPLE AND GREAT WAY TO BE IN TOUCH…….please read on. The Skoolbag App is able to give you instant notifications and is an easy means of accessing our regular newsletters. The Smartphones App, for both Android, iPhones and now Windows 8.1 and Windows 10 see below. The app is able to push out urgent messages and reminders and connect with our website and newsletter. The App can be downloaded from the App store (iphones) Google store (android) and Windows store (Win8.1 phones) App store and Google store are listed under the school name. See note below about Windows phones. This App is free to parents, the school pays to set up and maintain the App. When installing, please make sure you allow push notifications because this enables us to get messages to you in the fastest way possible. Should you have difficulties accessing the App please talk with our Front Office staff. NEW Skoolbag is now available for Windows 8.1 phones or Windows 10 tablets/laptop. Look up Skoolbag in the Windows store and install it. Once installed you can find the school Edwardstown Primary, then pin it to your home screen.

LOST PROPERTY There is lots of good quality clothing which needs to be claimed. Please come and check. Does your child have their own jumper? Please check they have the correct one.

Portrait Landscape

SCHOOL FEES 2017

STATEMENTS have been sent home now If you received a Statement over the past 2 weeks, please pay at the Cash Register or online, or come and see either Glenys or Jen if you’d like to see what options are available for YOU. There are Payment Plans to explore, or School Card Applications to consider. We’re here to assist you; however, we will be commencing our formal Debt Collection processes soon for those families we haven’t heard from. Don’t wait – come and see Glenys or Jen in the Finance Office today.

French Day, Friday, June 30 Bonjour ! Our French Day this year will be held on Friday 30

th June (Term 2, Week 9)

The whole school can be involved in these ways:

French Lunch – Ham and cheese croissants will be available to order – Please make sure orders are in by Monday 19

th June so we have plenty of time to order.

No late orders can be accepted. No deli lunches will be available on this day.

Students will be encouraged to dress in French theme on the day. This may be simply wearing any combination of the French colours, blue, white and red (bleu, blanc, rouge). It doesn’t have to be all three. If they prefer, children may like to dress as a typical French character.

Activities – Between recess and lunch, all students will be involved in 2 sessions of activities run by staff

across different year levels. Activities include craft, technology, the arts, sport and cooking. They will be selecting their choices in French lessons next week

French Assembly – you are invited to attend the whole school assembly which will showcase some work done

in class as well as highlights of the French Day activities, such as a fashion parade. What to wear?!! Possibilities include famous monuments, frogs, snails, poodles, baguettes, musketeers, artists, ballet dancers, fashion designers, Nicolas Baudin, the explorer, Asterix or Ratatouille characters, Tintin, Smurf, the Little Prince, Madeline, T’choupi, Barbapapa, minions, chefs, characters from French fairy tales first written by Charles Perrault, such as Red Riding Hood, Sleeping Beauty, Puss in Boots, Cinderella and Bluebeard. A simple beret or striped t-shirt and scarf can make a French outfit. Perhaps a Renault car or a bottle of French perfume? It is always a very colourful day. Merci. Madame Lyn Empen

GIANT SECOND HAND BOOK SALE There has been a massive clean out in the library to make way for some new books and a new look library later this year. This means that we now have hundreds of books that need to find a new home. Next Friday, 23

rd June the whole school is invited to come

to a GIANT book sale. The year 6/7 students from room 13 and 14, in 7 book stall teams, have been planning, advertising and calculating in their Maths lesson with Mrs Bashford and are eager to sell these books. The prices range from 20c to $2 and there will be some discounting at lunchtime. Each class will be allocated a time to come to the stalls

but parents are also welcome. The stalls will be operating from 9:50am until the end of lunch.

Come along with some change – go home with some new stories to read!!!!

Volleyball SA are holding a School Holiday Clinic these school holidays! WHEN: Wednesday July 19th from 9:00am – 3:00pm WHERE: Brighton Secondary School WHO: Kids in Year 4-7 – experienced players AND beginners welcome. COST: Only $50 per person! INCLUDED: Specialist volleyball coaching from some of SAs best junior coaches! HOW: Sign up on the VSA website, www.volleyballsa.com.au/holidayclinics This is a great way for kids to stay involved over the School Holidays and is perfect for those looking to try a new sport!