14 June 2019

Newsletter Articles

Principal’s Report

Dear Families,

Congratulations and thank you to the huge team who supported 4/5A and 4/5B in their performances of ‘The Magic Faraway Tree’ last week. Our productions would not be possible without the help of a magnificent band of volunteers who give up hours of their time to prepare sets, costumes, hair, make-up, music etc. Thanks also go to the class teachers, Tenille Ashlin and Peter Simsons, who dedicated much of their out-of-hours’ time to support the students. To the students themselves, you have demonstrated outstanding commitment to excellence by being your very best throughout the rehearsal process and the performances. Thank you for making us all very proud! And of course, last but by no means least, a gigantic thank you to Lorraine O’Malley, drama teacher extraordinaire, who has once again worked tirelessly to support our students in being the very best they can be. As a newcomer to the Snug Plays, I am thrilled by the community effort that exemplifies ‘Snug CARES.’

Teachers have very busy over the past few weeks writing mid-year reports. These reports provide comprehensive information about student achievements and needs in all learning areas, as well as information on social skills and work habits. Year 6 reports will be sent home next Friday 21st June, with Parent-Teacher discussions for Year 6 parents in the week beginning 24th June. Prep-Year 5 reports will be sent home on Friday 28th June, with Parent-teacher discussions in the week beginning 1st July. Information will be sent home soon on how to book online for these discussions. We encourage and welcome all parents to meet with class teachers as partners in your child’s education, to celebrate progress and to discuss challenges.

We are currently noticing increased absences from school as Winter bugs spread amongst children and adults. Please do keep your children at home if they are unwell so that they have a chance to rest and recover and to prevent further spread of bugs. If your child is absent for any reason, please make sure to contact our office on the day to explain the absence. Unexplained/unauthorised absences are recorded on the Department of Education system and we follow up excessive unexplained/unauthorised absences with phone calls, letters and contact from our Social Worker. Please contact school if you require any support at all around attendance.

Ms Susan Jeffery
Principal

Kath’s Spot

Winter is such a wonderful season. Snow lands on the mountain, and the fire gets lit, making everyone warm and cosy. I always find it opens doors to a whole stack of activities that we don't do in summer. I am a big fan of a warm beanie, and a nice hot white chocolate, along with watching soccer games and playing in the snow.

But with Winter comes a stack of other challenges with sickness. I am not such a fan of the coughs and colds, and especially seeing little people feeling miserable. One of my boys got the sore throat and fever last week, and he just slept the whole day. We were very thankful for the long weekend, and the opportunity to have a relaxing weekend. It was such a great reminder that when you don't feel at your best, the best way to get rid of that sickness is to rest and get over it. Not rocket science is it. And when they are in contagious periods it is especially important to do this.

I remember when our oldest son, who had a heart condition would hit winter, it meant he had to miss a lot of birthday parties, school and family events when winter would come around. He was particularly vulnerable to picking infections up, and if someone else had a bit of a cold, it would soon hit his chest and he would be in hospital for weeks fighting it. I know we encourage our children to share, but sharing sickness is not so helpful.

So this winter, be kind to yourself and others, and help us all to be healthy, as much as possible during this wet season. Enjoy those lovely warm wood fires, and a hot cuppa, and don't be afraid to enjoy some time outside, just rug up and stay warm.

Many Blessings

Kath Dolliver
Chaplain

Assembly Awards

Prep Museum

This week Prep students welcomed visitors to their rooms to celebrate their learning in History. The children shared their Objects from the Past and enjoyed some games from the past, including quoits, jacks, pick up sticks, finger knitting and tic-tac-toe.

Reports and Parent Teacher Interviews

Year 6 students:

Reports will be going home Friday 21 June. Parent Teacher Interviews will be happening from Monday 24 June to Friday 28 June. Bookings will open on Monday 17 June and close on Friday 21 June. To make an appointment, go to this link:

Kinder to Year 5 students:

Reports will be going home Friday 28 June. Parent Teacher Interviews will be happening from Monday 1 July to Friday 5 July. Bookings will open on Monday 24 June and close on Friday 28 June. To make an appointment, go to this link:

SRC Disco

Date

This fun event is happening on Friday 28 June.

Tickets are $5.00 per student and can be purchased from the office, cash only please. Students will receive a packet of chips and fruit box on arrival.

Timeslots

Kinder to Year 2 – 5.00pm to 6.00pm
Year 3 to Year 6 – 6.30pm to 8.00pm.

Book Club

The online Book Clubs Loop link is /LOOP. It’s a very straightforward process to sign up and then super quick and easy to place orders. The Loop will be closed off on Friday 21 June so ensure you have your orders in by then. Books will arrive to school and be distributed to students a few weeks later.

Drama News

Photos from 4-5A and 4-5B play “The Magic Faraway Tree” are available for ordering in the office now. $1.00 per photo, cash only please.

Entertainment Memberships 2019-2020

A reminder to please return your Entertainment books to the office if you haven’t already done so. Make sure you take out the LivEat voucher inside first though – this is yours to keep regardless of whether you purchase a book (or online membership) or not!

Cyber Safety

School Banking

Wednesday is school banking day. Please remember to write your student number on the deposit slips. Replacement Dollarmite wallets are available from the office.

School Banking Rewards

Registration to Work with Vulnerable People

If you volunteer at Snug, you are required to register for “Registration to Work with Vulnerable People”. Please see information below.

Outside School Hours Care

Please note our July School Holiday Program is out now:

Kids Matter eNewsletter

Kingston Library - What’s On

Facebook

Our Facebook page is one of our communication methods that give instant information about school events and celebrations. Please like our page and check regularly for all the brilliant learning opportunities at our school.

Coming Events

For more information please see our school calendar by clicking the link below:

Community Notices

Snug Scouts

Earn and Learn

Term Dates for 2019