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PUBLIC SCHOOL

From the Principal Welcome back to Term 2 to all the children, families and staff. I hope that everyone has had a wonderful break and that the children are ready for another great term of learning. Some children are continuing their learning from home whilst approximately 75% of children have now returned to our school this week.

Staff are all very pleased to have the children back in the school as we really missed them during the last few weeks of term. The children are getting back into their class routines and it’s pleasing to see the standard of work that they’re producing. Many thanks to all the parents who supported their children, and to those who continue to do so, with the completion of our Work Packages. Working from home certainly does create challenges for parents and children, as I’m sure you have all experienced over the past few weeks, but I think everyone has done the best they could in these circumstances. Staff are continuing to contact children working from home with new Work Packages being uploaded each week. The teachers have done a tremendous job in creating year level work packages directly aligned to the curriculum being taught at our school this term.

To ensure that everyone within the school stays healthy and safe, the children are explicitly taught and reminded of healthy hygiene practices in relation to washing hands regularly, coughing/sneezing, eating food and social distancing/gathering. They

have all done an exceptional job in following these guidelines. Staff are also expected to social distance and are having morning tea/lunch in various locations around the school. Class seating within all rooms has been adjusted to provide as much distance between desks/chairs as is practicable. Our cleaning team has done a magnificent job with their ongoing cleaning routine throughout the day in ensuring that all surfaces and equipment are cleaned regularly. We ask that parents please ensure that children are not sent to school, however, if unwell.

Many thanks to all families for the adjustments you have made in regard to dropping off your children in the morning and picking up in the afternoon. The arrangements have all gone relatively smoothly and the children have made the adjustments of walking to and from the classrooms independently extremely well. Whilst these are very unusual times for us all, I’m extremely proud of the manner in which everyone in our school community has made the necessary adjustments to cope with the changes required. We hope that everyone will remain healthy and well over the coming weeks and months and that, in time, things can return to normal. Best Wishes to all the Mums of Wattle Grove for a lovely Mother’s Day this Sunday. I hope you all enjoy your special day Keep healthy and safe.

Julie Roberts Principal

7th May 2020 The Official Newsletter of Wattle Grove Primary School Term 2, Issue 6

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As we move into another school term, it is important that children establish a regular sleep routine. Sleep is important for a child’s growth, learning and development. Ensuring your child has a good night’s sleep every night helps them to concentrate and remember things and also has a positive impact on their behaviour. The amount of sleep individuals need changes with age. Each child is different, but as a guide children need the following amount of sleep each night.

ages 3 to 5: 10 to 13 hours

ages 6 to 13: 9 to 11 hours Enough sleep is important for your child’s physical health, brain function, emotional wellbeing, safety, and ability to function day to day. Not having enough sleep or not sleeping well can affect how children learn. Tips to help children sleep well Getting enough sleep is as important for your child as healthy eating and exercising. Here are some tips to help your child fall asleep, stay asleep and get enough good quality sleep.

Establish a sleep schedule: Make sure your child goes to bed early enough to get the sleep they need. Once you have set an appropriate bed time, stick to it — even at the weekend.

Establish a bedtime routine: Follow the same routine every day: bath or shower, change into pyjamas, brush teeth, read or spend quiet time in their bedroom, lights out and go to sleep.

Help your child wind down: Busy children need some time to relax. Consider playing soft music or reading to them.

Make sure the bedroom is suitable for sleep: Ensure the bedroom is dark and quiet. If your child is anxious or afraid at night, use a night light.

Avoid stimulants: Make sure your child avoids tea, coffee, chocolate and sports drinks, especially in the afternoon. Turn off technology: Turning off computers, tablets and television 1 hour before bedtime should help your child sleep better. Further information can be found at Healthdirect.gov.au Along with getting a good night sleep, parents are reminded to ensure that their child arrives at school on time and before the morning siren. This allows your child to start the school day as part of a calm and relaxed routine.

Health and Wellbeing

Aussie Day – Bushfire Fundraising

Thank you for your donation of $1,400.00 to help communities affected by the recent devastation and for your concern and compassion. We are truly grateful for all those standing alongside us as we provide direct assistance and emergency relief to families and individuals who have been affected. Our trained personnel are on the ground and providing much needed support and care at a time when families are in crisis. Your generous donation will enable The Salvation Army to continue working with impacted communities for as long as it takes to rebuild and recover. Thanks again for your generosity. Kind Regards, Neil Venables (Lieut-Colonel) National Secretary for Communications

Kindergarten enrolments for 2021 are now available. Application for enrolment forms can be downloaded from the school website. Completed Applications, together with all supporting documentation, can be emailed to Wattlegrove.PS@education.wa.edu.au, mailed to Wattle Grove Primary School, 73 St John Road, Wattle Grove WA 6107 or placed in the school letterbox. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Applica�ons for Kindergarten in 2021 close on Friday, 24

July 2020.

Have you downloaded the QKR payment app? This is a safe, electronic way to make payments for your child’s Voluntary Contributions, Prime Maths book, incursions and excursions.

The Canteen will still remain closed until further notice.

Uniform shop is still closed until further notice. Orders can be placed via the QuickCliq App or

alternatively you can complete a “Uniform Order Form’ via the Website.

These forms can be dropped into the school letter box in a sealed envelope.

Delivery will be to your child’s classroom.

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Visit the www.Quickcliq.com.au Sign up by completing the registration form. Receive a confirmation email with activation link Activate your account and login to the website Add a student and nominate their school Order whenever you like.

Many thanks to our Term 1 Student Representatives for the excellent leadership that they demonstrated throughout the term. Each one of them can be very proud of the contribution they made to our school in performing their many responsibilities and supporting others through their fundraising activities for the Bali Kids Organisation. This morning, the Term 2 Student Representatives were announced and we look forward to these students assisting staff and leading the students of the school.

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