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Newsletter 28th October, 2022

3 Acknowledgement of Country

Principal's (Acting) News 28th October 2022

NAPLAN Results
I would like to congratulate the Year 3 and 5 students for performing their best in this years NAPLAN. Our results were extremely pleasing and rewarding. Year 3 results in Reading, Writing and Spelling showed we had more students in the Top 2 Bands than our network schools and similar schools. Year 5 results were at similar schools and network schools level.

Peter Coombes Incursion
On Tuesday 25th October, we had a visit from Peter Coombes. It was a fun and interactive incursion.

Chess Tournament Region Semi Final

On Wednesday, Karingal Primary School hosted the Regional Chess Tournament.

22 schools particpated (both state and private schools included). Our team did us proud. We came in 9th position overall. What an AMAZING effort. Congratulations to ourchess team for representing Karingal PS.

World Teacher's Day
Friday 28th October is World Teacher's Day. World Teachers’ Day allows us to shine the spotlight on, celebrate and thank teachers for the work they do in improving student outcomes and shaping their lives for future success – every year and especially during the challenges faced these past years.

I would like to say a big thank you to the AMAZING teachers we have at Karingal Primary School.

Hats off to teachers this World Teachers’ Day!

Curriculum Day and Melbourne Cup Day Holiday
A friendly reminder that the school will be closed on Monday 31st October and Tuesday 1st November due to a Curriculum Day and Melbourne Cup holiday.

Facilities Update

The retaining wall on the oval has been upgraded and looks fantastic.
The staffroom floor has been recarpeted and vinyl replaced.
The meeting room has had display boards put on the walls for staff to be able to use the space more effectively.

Building Works Update
A construction meeting was held and the following items were discussed:

PROGRESS FOR LAST FORTNIGHT

Steelwork Shop drawings.
Installation of blinding concrete to footings complete.
Installation of reinforced concrete slab and pad footings complete.
Underground services installation/alterations

LOOK AHEAD FOR NEXT FORTNIGHT

Structural Steel manufacture.
Shop drawings amended for structural steelwork.
Civil Works preparation
Roughing electrical mains
Temporary power installed
Grease trap revised location (check with plumber)

PREP TRANSITION

Prep Transition will recommence Thursday 3^rd November and be on a weekly basis for 4 weeks. We will then have a transition morning Tuesday 6^th December, followed by a Transition half day on Tuesday 13^th December.

Enjoy your long weekend and stay safe.
Sam

Fortnightly Attendance News: 14th October - 28th October

One of our Key Improvement Strategies at Karingal Primary School for 2022 is to keep developing a whole school culture around the importance of being at school. CONGRATULATIONS

M12 enjoying their Zooper Doopers for attendance class of the week.

Class of the Week- Week 2: CONGRATULATIONS: 34A
34A had the best attendance with 70% of children at school every day.

Class of the Week- Week 3: CONGRATULATIONS: 23A
23A had the best attendance with 75% of children at school every day.

LATE ARRIVALS
We have had notification from the Department of Education that all students who arrive after 9:10am MUST be signed in by an ADULT at the OFFICE. This is to ensure the safety and wellbeing of students.

If your child is running a few minutes late and will arrive before 9:10am, then they can quickly check in at the office to receive a late pass.

We are mandated by the department to monitor attendance and late arrives at school and would really appreciate your support in signing your child/children in and out of school.

ABSENCES
The school has again set itself a target to reduce student absence throughout 2022. Please be aware that parents/guardians will be contacted by the school if there has not been a notification of a student’s absence by 10:00 am.

To report a student’s absence please call the school number on 9788 4800 and you will be asked to dial 1 to be directed to the absence line. Absences can also be reported via the school website www.karingalps.vic.gov.au or on SchoolStream under forms.

CONGRATULATIONS: Assembly Award Winners Weeks 2 and 3

CLASSROOM AWARDS

Congratulations to the following students for receiving an award Term 4 Week 2:

Hazel (PB)
Phoenix (PB)
Juliana Mae (1A)
Lily (1A)
Bautista(23A)
Axel (23A)
Mia (46A)
Powrel (46B)

Congratulations to the following students for receiving an award Term 4 Week 3:

Tamika (PB)
Mabel (PB)
Islah (1A)
Lucy (1A)
Osman(1A)
Lily (1A)
Bentleigh (1A)
Logan (23A)
Zarah (46A)
Alicia (46B)

RIPRR AWARD

Congratulations to George S (M12) for being super kind and caring towards a distressed younger student by helping look after him and calming him down at swimming and back at school.

The RIPRR award is sponsered by

Holy Moly Golf and the recipient of the award receives a FREE 9 holes of mini golf.

WRITER OF THE WEEK AWARD
Congratulations to Jade (34A) for creating a wonderful narrative to read.
The Mystery Mat

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Welfare Support Dragons

Our welfare support dragons have arrived!

Our gorgeous dragons have arrived! Some of our older students helped Valentina introduce them to our junior students.

Puppets can support children emotionally by giving them a “friend” to talk to, or a way to talk without having to speak directly. We can’t wait to put them into action as a part of our wellbeing program.

Thank you Valentina!

Tours, Enrolment & Transition Information

Bookings for school tours are essential.

School Tours Available:

BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL on 9789 0514

Request a School Tour

Parent Name Child Name Child Current Year Level Home Address Email Phone Preferred Day Preferred Time Curriculum Stream

Karingal Families Connect

EVERY Monday from 3:00 pm to 3:30 pm in the Community Room

Karingal Families Connect has started back!

'K.F.C' is an opportunity for Karingal Primary parents and carers to have a chat, enjoy a hot drink and stay connected with the school community