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- Principal's report
- Deputy Principal's Report
- From the DSM Desk - Remembrance Day Assembly
- Campbell Primary School Kindergarten Transitions - Key Dates
- Have your say
- Book Fair Thankyou
- ICAS 2022
- Submit 2023 enrolment applications by the end of term
- P&C - Musical Extravaganza! UPDATE
- P&C - Looking for a handy parent or two
- CPS Facebook page - Copy
- Christian Education in Schools (CEIS)
- A reminder to stay COVID Smart at school
2022 Satisfaction Survey Results
In term 2, our community (staff, Years 4-6 students and parent/carers) completed the 2022 Satisfaction Survey. We had 126 families, 27 staff members and 129 students take part. The results from the Survey are critical in driving our school improvement plans. During staff meetings, our staff unpacked our results to help create our school’s 2022 Impact Report (a document which is published on the school’s website) and our 2023 Annual Plan. We appreciate all the efforts of the families who were able to contribute.
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Semester 2 Summative Report
The Education Directorate has again made the decision that student academic reports will be provided with an overall A-E grade (Year 1-6), and an assessment of achievement standard statements on a 5-point scale. Reports will not include detailed teacher comments.
This strategy supports schools to prioritise teaching and learning as we continue to manage workload pressures due to COVID-19 and other illness. Our teachers will continue communicating directly with families about student learning and you are encouraged to speak with your child’s teacher if you have any questions about their progress.
Kindergarten to Year 6 families will receive their child’s report on the 5th December. Our Preschool families can expect to receive their child’s Summary of Learning on the 7th December at the Preschool Graduation.
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Unit of Inquiry- Year 3/4 team
Our Year 3/4 students have been inquiring into the varying ways we can all be more sustainable. Their current Unit of Inquiry focusses on the impact of fashionable clothing as a significant contributor to waste. With the support from some lovely parent volunteers, the students have used donated clothing to make bookmarks, bags and are now upcycling a t-shirt for a friend. The teachers are organising an in-school Learning Expo, where the students will model their t-shirts and explain the process of upcycling. It has been such a pleasure witnessing such high-level student engagement through this real-life, purposeful task and seeing all the ways our new contemporary learning areas can be utilised. Well done 3/4 Team!
Strengthening Inclusive Education in ACT Public Schools
And lastly, have your say! The Education Directorate is working to strengthen inclusive education and is reviewing the way ACT public schools deliver disability education to inform a draft Inclusive Education Strategy. The Strategy will provide longer term direction and system reform to embed inclusive cultures and educational practice in ACT Public Schools. A discussion paper presents a draft position statement on Inclusive Education and 7 proposed themes for the Strategy, informed by the Community Conversation and a review of contemporary evidence. Further information is available on the Education Website- Strengthening Inclusive Education including a link to the Discussion Paper, an online survey and the Community Conversation Report. We look forward to hearing your thoughts on this important work.
For further information please contact the Inclusive Education Strategy team via email - EDUInclusiveEducationStrategy@act.gov.au
Kind regards
Erin Minehan
A/g Principal
Individual Learning Plan/Personalised Learning Plans Meetings
Families of children currently on ILPs/PLPs can expect to receive invitations to Plan Review Meetings early next week. These meetings are an opportunity for families to meet with classroom teachers, and in some instances, Annette Gloeckler (School Psychologist) and a member of the school’s Executive Team will also attend. The purpose of the end of year ILP/PLP meetings is to reflect on the learning that has taken place this year and determine the next steps for learners by devising learning goals for 2023.
The date, time and location of the meetings will be displayed on each invitation. Due to the complexities of timetabling for these meetings, if you are unable to attend the meeting will still take place during the allocated time and the ILP will be sent home to families.
We thank families for their flexibility and engagement in this process.
Preschool - Year 2 Community Picnic
This week, families of Preschool - Year 2 families have received save-the-date invitations to a special P-2 community picnic. This is an opportunity for families of our junior school students to get together and enjoy a picnic lunch under the shade of our beautiful trees, followed by some singing by our little people.
We ask that families remember that we are a nut free school, and that food is not shared between children.
Keep an eye out for further information about special snack boxes that will be available to purchase through the canteen.
We hope to see lots of families there!
Staff Farewell and Welcome
This week we farewell Rachel Honner, who is commencing her maternity leave. We wish Rachel all the best as she embarks on this very exciting next chapter! Angela Lawlor is taking over 2H. We are very happy to welcome Angela back to Campbell after she completed a teaching prac here with the Year 2 cohort earlier this year.
From the DSM Desk - Remembrance Day Assembly
Campbell Primary School Remembrance Day Assembly
Beneath our lovely friendship hill trees and in the shadow of the pines that are descendant of the Gallipoli Lone Pine, Campbell Primary gathered just before 11am to commemorate Remembrance Day 2023. With the beautiful remembrance mural as our backdrop and the highly polished soldiers, sailors and airmen from the Australian Federation Guard forming the flag party it was a rare opportunity to come together as a whole school community for this very important occasion. Led beautifully by our school Captains and Vice Captains, supported by the combined junior and senior choir, and attended by a number of families, it was a short but meaningful traditional service.
A huge thank you goes out to those that supported the service; especially our keynote speaker (and long time CPS parent) Wing Commander Keirin Joyce, our amazing bugler and parent Justin Lingard, and Corporal Burn and the team from the Australian Federation Guard. Appreciation also to Jimmy Mackenzie and CHS for the loan and setup of the sound equipment, the students and teachers of the CPS choir, our School Captains plus Li and Caitlyn for taking on the speaking roles, and our admin and BSO team for their logistical support with the setup. Respectful commemoration of service and sacrifice is a whole community responsibility, and it takes a village of support to do this in a meaningful way each ANZAC and Remembrance Day. A huge thank you to our staff, students, families and community for their attendance, respect, and support.
Lest We Forget.
Have your say!
The Education Directorate is working to strengthen inclusive education and is reviewing the way ACT public schools deliver disability education to inform a draft Inclusive Education Strategy. The Strategy will provide longer term direction and system reform to embed inclusive cultures and educational practice in ACT Public Schools. A discussion paper presents a draft position statement on Inclusive Education and 7 proposed themes for the Strategy, informed by the Community Conversation and a review of contemporary evidence.
Further information is available on the Education Website- Strengthening Inclusive Education including a link to the Discussion Paper, an online survey and the Community Conversation Report.
We look forward to hearing your thoughts on this important work.
For further information please contact the Inclusive Education Strategy team via email - EDUInclusiveEducationStrategy@act.gov.
ICAS 2022
During term 3, some students from years 2-6 elected to sit ICAS. ICAS is designed to target students’ higher-order thinking and problem-solving skills in English, Mathematics, Science, Spelling and Digital Technologies.
The results of the assessment are as follows. Certificates will be presented at next week’s Year 5 assembly which will be held at 2pm on Friday the 25th of November. Parents/carers of recipients are welcome to attend.
Certificates
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Writing |
Digital Technologies |
English |
Year 2 |
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Eddie B- Merit |
Eddie B- Distinction |
Year 3 |
Esme K- Credit |
Tariq M- Participation |
Esme K- Participation |
Year 4 |
Emily B- Credit |
Archie M- Participation |
Lachlan H- Distinction |
Year 5 |
Fatema- Merit |
Ruben F- Merit |
Ruben F- Participation |
Year 6 |
Jacqui H- Participation |
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Science |
Spelling Bee |
Mathematics |
Year 2 |
Eddie B- Participation |
Eddie B- Participation |
Eddie B- Participation |
Year 3 |
Esme K- Participation |
Georgia Y- Credit |
Esme K- Credit |
Year 4 |
Lachlan H- Distinction |
Emily B- Participation |
Archie M- Participation |
Year 5 |
Ruben F- Participation |
Ruben F- Participation |
Ruben F- Merit |
Year 6 |
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Jacqui- Merit |
Submit 2023 enrolment applications by the end of term
Are you ready for the 2023 school year?
Is your child transitioning to another school next year? It’s not too late to enrol your child in their local school. Make sure you submit your application before the current school term ends on 16 December 2022. Enrolment applications received after that date may not receive notification until late January 2023. For more information and to enrol, go to https://bit.ly/3Wnk7JQ or contact Enrolments telephone service on 02 620 55429 or education.enrolment@act.gov.au.
P&C - Musical Extravaganza! UPDATE
Save the Date - Friday 2 December – Years 3 to 6 will be performing a Musical Extravaganza! UPDATE
From Tuesday to Friday of Week 8, students in Year 3 to 6 will be working under the direction of the wonderful Mr Tim to create, practice and perform an original concert of music, dance and drama for your enjoyment.
Preschool to Year 2 children will get early bird seats to the first performance on Friday 2 December during school hours, with some seats also available for parents.
The grand finale will be an afternoon performance at 4:00pm on Friday 2 December. The Year 3 to 6 performers will remain at school after 3:00pm, perform and then go home with their families. Those students who require the care of CASAC, will be collected by CASAC educators at the conclusion of the performance.
More information will be sent out shortly about how to purchase tickets and reserve seats.
We look forward to seeing you there!
To find out more about Mr Tim's Musical Extravaganza program please see https://mrtimblog.wordpress.com/extravaganza/.
This program is supported by the Campbell Primary School P&C.
P&C - Looking for a handy parent or two
Looking for a handy parent or two! Volunteer to support the mosaic project!
In Term 1 next year, Tina Van Raay, a mosaic artist and Campbell local will be working with the Campbell Primary students to design, make and install a mosaic which reflects the colour scheme of the new learning spaces and connects the old building to the new.
The P&C is very excited to support this activity!
However, before the mosaic can be installed, the wall it is to be attached to needs a bit of loving care, as it was not left in the best condition after the renovations. We are looking for a handy parent or two who would be happy to volunteer some time to get this wall into a condition to receive the beautiful artwork that Tina and the children will create. We want to take it from this:
to a smooth dark grey with clean edges. The P&C are happy to pay for materials but need some advice on how to get this wall looking its very best.
If you think that you can assist please email president@campbellpandc.com! We would love any help you can provide.
Did you know that we have a Campbell Primary School Facebook page?
If you don’t already follow us on Facebook, please do! We share lots of exciting posts throughout the week, including school highlights and special events, interesting happenings from our learning communities and also helpful reminders for families.
You can find our Facebook page at this link: https://www.facebook.com/campbellprimaryschoolcbr
Christian Education in Schools (CEIS)
Please see below sessions times for the Christian Education in Schools in Term 4.
Friday, 25th November
9:00am - 10:00am | Kindergarten to Year 2 |
10:00am - 11:00am | Years 3 and 4 |
11:30am - 12:30pm | Years 5 and 6 |
Please note that the CEIS is opt-in and only students who have returned their note can attend the session. If you have previously indicated that you would like your child/ren to attend, you need to inform the school via email if you no longer wish for them to participate.
A reminder to stay COVID Smart at school
As we experience new waves of the virus in our community, we need to remember to stay COVID Smart not only in the community but also at school. For the latest advice, watch the ACT COVID-19 update (November 2022) from Chief Health Officer, Kerryn Coleman.
If your child has COVID-19, you must keep them at home and let the school know. Telling us when your child has COVID-19 will also help us track if there is an increase in COVID-19 transmission at school and manage any high-risk exposures for our more vulnerable school community members.
Being COVID Smart is easy
· Make sure you are up to date with your COVID-19 vaccines, including boosters.
· Stay away from schools if you are unwell.
· Wash your hands regularly.
· Wear a mask in public indoor places if you can (12 years and over).
· Keep a distance from others when indoors, if possible.
And don’t forget – if you have COVID-19 symptoms, make sure you get tested. You can access a free rapid antigen test from your school’s front office. Keep up to date at COVID-19 (act.gov.au).