Class Allocations for 2013

Thank you to those parents who have provided us with advance notice of their child's movements for 2013. Unless you have notified us in writing that your child is leaving, then your child/children will be placed in a class at Nedlands for 2013. We are very close to finalizing our staff arrangements for 2013 and once these are finalized then class lists and teacher allocations will be made public prior to the last day i.e. 17th December 2012. 

2012

Each year is always busy and schools are always under pressure to do more and we have to be very careful that we do not spread ourselves too thin. It is very easy to say yes to the many ideas presented by governments, community organisations, staff, parents, children and businesses....It is very hard to say no because many of the ideas have merit and are well intentioned. 

This year our external review highlighted the many positives at Nedlands Primary School. The review will also help to shape our planning for the future.

In addition to the external review the School Board have also completed their own self analysis looking at how effective their progresses and procedures are. Finally, the staff have reflected regularly on the structure of the school timetable with a view to finding balance in program delivery. Schools do take on a lot and at times it seems as though we are seen as the solution to the ills of society. This year the balance seems sound as our 2012 NAPLAN results for Reading, Writing, Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar and Numeracy were all at expected levels for Years 3, 5 and 7.

However we have once again enjoyed a successful and rich year as summarized below:-

• Swimming lessons and swimming carnivals (x 3)
• Student exchange program with Huijia School in Beijing
• Junior Choir performs at Government House Ballroom
• P & C Bushdance
• School ANZAC service
• NPS Young Writers
• TOMS
• Dance Sport (Years 1 - 7)
• Cross Country and Athletics carnivals (x 3)
• Winter Interschool sport and Lightning carnivals
• Children's Sing Fest and Massed Choir festivals
• National Tree Planting Day
• Lapathon and P & C Art Auction night
• Christmas Concert
• Senior's Concert
• Year 7 Camp and Year 7 Exchange to Beijing

This list is far from exhaustive but an indication of some of the events and programs that the children at Nedlands Primary School are involved in.

Congratulations

Alice C. was awarded the Western Australian Gold Medal for Year 5 English at the ICAS award ceremony yesterday. Alice was the highest achiever in English among all Western Australian students who sat this exam at schools earlier this year. Congratulations Alice.

WASSAILING 2012

 Singers from our year 6 & 7 Senior Choir will present our annual Wassailing:    this Monday 10th December.

 The children will visit 3 Nedlands' homes to present a short bracket of Christmas Carols followed by a Christmas Carol Sing-a-Long.

Times:        

       ¯ 8.00pm: 59 Kingsway [White family]    

                             ¯ 8.30pm: 14 Edward Street [Myers family]

                             ¯ 9.10pm: 58 Kingsway [Cartwright family]

You are welcome to meet us at each house to listen to the children perform and join in the festive Christmas Carol sing-a-long.

Bring along your torch or Christmas Candle.

Mr Jones and Mrs Conroy

Christmas Candles - $2.50

Some candles [battery operated] still available form Mrs Conroy or Mr Jones.

The year 1 to 4 lessons will be held in our school pool from Monday18th February to Friday 1st March - forms out at the beginning of 2013 school year.

Year 5 to 7 lessons will be held at Cottesloe Beach from Tuesday 5th February to Thursday14th February - forms out next week.

The Year 5 to 7 lessons commence on the second day of the school year so the forms will need to be returned to the class teachers by: next Thursday, 13th December.

All year 6/7 students have received a note regarding returning their Choir/Orchestra/Band performance uniforms.

Year 7 Students - this Friday 7th December

Year 6 students who are leaving at the end of this year - Wednesday 12th December immediately after the Year 7 Graduation (the students will need their uniform as they will be singing in the Graduation).

Students who will be attending Nedlands Primary next year, keep their uniforms until the beginning of 2013 school year.

Shenton College Christmas Concert

Thursday 6th December - gates open at 6pm & concert starts at 7pm

Shenton College, Middle School Quadrangle / Stubbs Tce Shenton Park.

Our Jazz Band will be providing some pre-concert entertainment from 6.30 to 7.00pm tomorrow evening for this event.

This is a wonderful night that we are sure families will thoroughly enjoy.

Refreshments available - coffee, cool drinks, icecreams.

Bring your own picnic dinner.

 Homestay Offers for 2013

Our sincere thanks to the families who have offered to 'homestay' one of our visiting Chinese students for term one next year.

We would like to accommodate two more students so if you are able to help please contact Mr Jones ASAP by this Friday, 7th December. Homestay details and contact with the families who have offered to assist needs to be finalised next week.

The Huijia students will attend our school from Wednesday 6th February to Tuesday 16th April.

The Nedlands families that have assisted in the past with the 'homestay' program, have been wonderful and accepted these students into their homes as 'one of the family'.

The visiting students have always left Perth with special memories of their stay in Australia and it is quite a sad moment for them when they have to leave after their marvellous time at our school.

HUIJIA SCHOOL HOMESTAY 2013

We ____________________________________________ are interested in home staying one / two (please circle) Chinese student/s for seven weeks in Term one in 2013. Oldest Nedlands Primary School child _____________________        Room ______________

Date: _______________       Parent's signature: _____________________________________

Parents can also email this expression of interest to Nedlands.ps@education.wa.edu.au

Attn Mr Jones.

MacGill Cricket

On Monday the 26th of November, a selection of upper school Nedlands students competed in the MacGill Cup Cricket Competition. 16 teams competed in the competition with Subiaco being the eventual winners. "Nedlands A" won 3 of their 5 matches and "Nedlands B" won 4 of their 5 matches beating 2 Christchurch teams along the way. Standout players for the competition were Jamie C. for his all round excellence, Gabe W. for his consistent bowling and Guadalupe V. for her array of massive sixes. A huge thankyou also must be given to Andy Birch who coached and supervised the "A" team on the day. A great day out for all involved.

Dear Parents

Year 3 Room 9 have some unusual class pets... Stick Insects! or Extatosoma tiaratum.They are commonly known as Spiny stick insect, Spiny leaf insect, Spiny phasmid or ET.

Donate your Pencil Case to Kathmandu Kids

As the end of the year approaches we are again collecting pencil cases and contents for poor children in Kathmandu.  Last year 40kg of supplies were collected.  The children and teachers in the Shantinigar slum area were thrilled to receive their gift from Nedlands Primary School. We don't want to disappoint them next year!  Boxes will be available in each classroom for your donations in the last week of school.

Thank you,

Hilary, Jeremy and Julia W (Year 6)

Chess For Life

The 12th annual chess club championship is nearing completion and is once again very kindly being sponsored by the Broadway Fair traders Group. Trophies for Club Champion, 2nd and 3rd place, and participation trophies will be awarded at an assembly to be decided. Good luck to all club members participating. If parents would like their child to learn to play the wonderful game of chess, new members will be welcomed in term 1, 2013 please complete the form below

Jack South.

Chess For Life Coordinator.

WELCOME BACK 2013 Nedlands Primary School  membership form Chess Tuition-Years 3-7 Term 2 if parent thinks child would interested.    

Due to large numbers wishing to join, please put forms/payment in early so as I am able to assess numbers. Current Members will have first preference.

Name:                                                               Years         Contact _______________

I would like to re-enrol-enrol my son/daughter in the Monday lunch time chess classes (Rn 16/17 and enclose the term payment of $70 ($50 each if more than one child.) If paying by cheque please make payable to Jack South. All payments in named envelopes please and handed into the office. Thank you.

                                                                                                   Signed______________                

Community News

Wembley Bright Blue - Friday 7th December 2012 - Wembley Community Centre - Alexander Street Wembley.

Junior Disco Age 5 - 10 (5.30pm - 6.30pm) Music, Games, Prizes and More

Senior Disco Age 10 - 15 (7.00pm - 9.00pm)  

News Flash :  Two Major Raffles for the December 7th Disco     -  ONE DIRECTION TICKETS

Buy your tickets in the raffle for a  Chance to win 2 x tickets to the One Direction Concert at the Perth Arena on Sunday 29th September at 7.30pm

Tickets on Sale at the Community Centre - Drawn at the December 7th Disco at 8.30pm  - Tickets $5.00   ( only 500 tickets available.)

Buy your tickets in the raffle to win a Birthday Party with the famous Rosie O. This prize includes Face Painting, Balloon Twisting, Games and Prizes and Fairy Floss

Tickets on sale at the Community Centre - Drawn at the December 7th Disco at 6.30pm   Ticket and entry to disco for $10.00 or raffle only $5.00.

Further info can be obtained from either myself or go to the Wembley Bright Blue Face Book Page. 

LEARN TO SWIM IN A STATE OF THE ART SWIMMING FACILITY
at Trinity College Swim School in East Perth.
Enjoy small classes for a more personal and tailored swimming experience.
BOOK NOW FOR JANUARY HOLIDAYS AND TERM 1 2013
For bookings and enquiries, contact Nicole on MOB 040 777 1967 as soon as possible to
avoid disappointment.
 

Perth Chinese School - Are you interested to learn Chinese (Mandarin) at the weekend?

Time: Sunday 9.30am - 12.00pm (for children)

Venue: Yokine Primary School, 39 Woodrow Ave Yokine Contact: Mrs Trinh Quach - 0400 963 774 or 9344 4821, or Dr Li:perthmuzi@gmail.com and website www.perthchineseschool.com

Tutor Available - Does your child need help from an experienced teacher? Jenni Grace (relief teacher at Nedlands Primary School) has 22 years of teaching experience and is available over the holiday break. Ring Jenni on 9381 1482.

Flute / Recorder Lessons - available for beginners or advanced students, children or adults - Ring Jenni Grace on 9381 1482.

Bubble Dome - Summer 2012/2013 Holiday workshops. Book online www.bubbledome.com, info@bubbledome.com or Phone 1800 11 55 62 during office hours 7am - 5pm.

Claremont Nedlands Cricket Club - Creswell Park, Swanbourne 9am - 12.30pm each day - 15/01/2013 - 18/01/2013. Ages 7 - 14 years. $200 per participation. Contact Jim Allenby - 0438 952 540 or jallenby@hotmail.com or Chris Brabazon on 0477 076 284.

Western Knights Junior Soccer Club - Registration Say for 2013 Season, for all players, U6 's to U16's Saturday 15th December 10.00am to 2.00pm Nash Field, Solomon Street, Mosman Park.

Email: juniors@westernknights.com.au

Skyplay Junior school holiday basketball program: Skyplay Junior School Holiday Basketball Skills program - January 2013

Week 2 - Age 9-12 years - 10.00am - 12.00pm - Lords, Subiaco

Fostering - foster carers are urgently needed for kids in your neighbourhood and you can help.

Call Fostering and Adoption Services, Department of Child Protection on free call 1800 182 178 or visit www.childprotection.wa.gov.au to find out more.