3 May 2016

Newsletter Articles

Leadership Team Report

Hi Everyone,

ANZAC

On Friday 22 April, Jones Hill School honoured the memory of our ANZAC's with a special parade. Student leaders, Charlotte K and Flynn O, wrote and read a tribute dedicated to the fallen men and women. Aurora D and Grace P then read an ANZAC poem. Thank you to Taylah S, Taylor R and Declan J who also took part in our ANZAC parade. The parade was then lucky enough to hear from Brian Trickey from the Sub Branch of the Gympie RSLA, who spoke to us about the role and sacrifice that nurses made during the time of war. The Last Post and Reveille was played by past student Jamie Lee Griffith. Mr Watt and Mrs Grogan would like commend the students on their excellent behaviour during the parade and to the student leaders for their hard work and huge effort in preparing for the day and delivering wonderful speeches.

We would also like to warmly thank all the students and parents who joined us Monday for the ANAZC Day Dawn Service and ANZAC Day March down Mary Street. It was wonderful to see so many in attendance and once again the student's behaviour was exceptional.

Please click on the links below to read Mr Watt and Mr Trickey's ANZAC Day speeches.

NAPLAN

NAPLAN tests for Year 3 and 5 students will take place on the 10th, 11th and 13th of May. Children have been well prepared for the tests and should not be anxious. A good night's sleep and breakfast in the morning will ensure they are best prepared for the day. Please see Helen Grogan or Stacey Seed if you have any concerns or questions about the testing period. It is most important that students are present on the day unless previous arrangements have been organised.

Maths Professional Development for JHSS Staff

Our staff have been working with teachers from other schools on a Regional Maths Program to develop strategies and resources to improve student learning with number concepts, mathematical thinking and problem solving skills. Later this term we will hold a parent workshop.

Cross Country

Congratulations to all the children who participated in the cross country and thank you to the parents who supported them on the day. We are all proud of the effort that students put in. All the best to our students who will compete on Tuesday.

10 Years: Mason D, Aidan R, Jackson T, Hannah W, Lily S and Laura F.
11 Years: Ethan H, Liam W, Kobe L, Tashma A and Emily B.
12 Years: Joseph G, Corben B, Connor S, Grace P and Sophie L.

Mother's Day Stall

The P&C will once again run a Mother's Day stall for our students. P&C members go to great effort to make sure there is something for everyone. Items are priced 50c to $6. The stall will be held on Thursday and if you are able to help, please ring Sasha on 0409 429 242

BOB-A-JOB

Congratulations to the students and parents who were involved with the Bob-A-Job fundraising last Friday night. The team raised an amazing $863.05! The funds raised will go towards the upcoming Canberra trip. As usual Jones Hill students represented the school in a very positive manner with excellent behaviour and pride in wearing their school uniforms. We would like to thank Woolworths Gympie for their support in our school with special thanks to the very helpful staff.

Kind Regards,
James Watt and Helen Grogan

Events Calendar

Parade Awards

The following students will receive awards on Parade Friday 6 May at 9:00am in the Hall

Thumbs Up Certificates

20 TOKENS: Casey J, Isabella R & Cooper H (2L); Lincoln G, Scarlett H & Madelyn T (1L); Cody B & Joel R (1BZ); Harry B, Chloe-Jane B, Naite G, Seth Z & Amelie L (1B); Jack B (5/6L); Riley L, Angus P, Liam W & Flynn O (5/6C)

40 TOKENS: Landon L (1BZ); Isla H, Jack H, Tyler R & Audrey T (1B); Mitchell W (5/6L); Ebony M & Corben B (5/6C)

Behaviour Awards

The following students will receive certificates at parade on Friday May 6 for following the school behaviour expectations:

RELATIONSHIPS: Sophia M (1BZ), Mahli L (2L), Finlay Z (2/3N), Emily B (PC)
RESPECT: Jack H (1B), Campbell G (4H)
LEARNING: Vada VZ (1L), Noah T (3S), Indiana C (3/4C), Liam B (5/6C)
LEARNING & RESPECT: Lara D (5/6L)

Playgroup

Although we were a small group we had loads of fun last week at playgroup. After a quick play we headed off on a walk to the library. After reading a book about Dan the Dragon we coloured-in some beautiful pictures. Before heading back to the hall we enjoyed our morning tea on the back verandah of the library. Our morning ended with some ball games.

If you would like to join in this week's fun please meet us at the school hall at 9am on Thursdays. Please bring -

• Healthy morning tea for your child
• Water bottle
• Hat

Coffee and tea provided for parents. A gold coin donation is collected to help with resources. Please contact Jennifer in the office if you have any questions.

Canberra

Students from our school will soon be undertaking an educational tour of the national capital. Students will be given the opportunity to participate in a variety of educational programs with a focus on Australia's history, culture, heritage and democracy. The Australian Government recognises the importance of all young Australians being able to visit the national capital as part of their Civics and Citizenship education. To assist families in meeting the cost of the excursion the Australian Government is contributing funding of $60 per student under the Parliament and Civics Education Rebate program towards those costs. The rebate is paid directly to the school upon completion of the excursion.

Please click on the link below to access our itinerary for the Canberra Trip.

Bunning BBQ

Below is the roster for our Bunnings BBQ fundraiser for the Canberra Trip. We need ONE more person to help for the 10am to 12pm shift. If you are able to help please contact Sasha on 0409 429 242 or see our office staff.

P&C News

MOTHER'S DAY RAFFLE

We have an amazing selection of prizes to win in our Mother's Day Raffle this year:

1st Prize - Pedicure with Shellac nails kindly donated by Nat Bates
2nd Prize - Shellac polish fingers & toes kindly donated by #Beauty
3rd Prize - Family pass to Underwater World kindly donated by The Weller Family
4th Prize - Beauty bag filled with beauty products kindly donated by The Zerner Family

Tickets have been sent home for each family to sell. Tickets are $1 and will be drawn at parade this Friday 6th May. Tickets need to be returned by Thursday 5th May.

MOTHER'S DAY STALL

We will be holding our Mother's Day stall this Thursday 5th May. All classes will be given the opportunity to visit the stall to purchase something. Items will range from 50cents to $6.00.

Donations to the stall are greatly welcome.

We require some parents to help with the stall. The stall is run from 9.00am to approximately 2.00pm so if you are able to help, even just for an hour, please contact Sasha on 0409 429 242

SCHOOL DISCO - FRIDAY 17TH JUNE

The P&C is holding a disco in the school hall on Friday 17th June. Time 6pm - 8.30pm. Cost is $5 per student or $10 per family. The disco is only for Jones Hill State School students. It will be supervised by the P&C committee and any parent volunteers. Food and drink will be available for purchase on the night. All proceeds go to the P&C which supports the school.

*** If any parents are able to assist with supervising or helping in the canteen please contact Sasha on 0409 429 242 or Janessa on 0438 832 973***

Tuckshop News

Please select the link below to view our new Term 2 Tuckshop Menu. A printed copy is available from the school office.

NAIDOC Week

NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across Australia every year and this year will be held from July 3 to July 10. Below is a range of items which may be purchased to support Murri Kids as part of the NAIDOC Week celebrations. If you would like to order any of the products please fill in the order form and return this with payment to the school before Friday May 20. Please note no late orders can be accepted.

Below is the program for Gympie NAIDOC Activities.

Gympie Regional Gallery News

Artstars art group for children is on this coming Saturday 7 May at the Gympie Regional Gallery, 39 Nash Street just up the hill from Goldfields Plaza. Two sessions, 10am-12noon for children aged between 5-9 years and 1pm-3pm for young people 10 years and up. Costs $2 per child to cover materials. Lots of fun for children who like to get creative. Phone 5481 0733 for any details.