17 October 2024

Principal Report

The past two days have been filled with non-stop action as we held our P-2 and 3-6 Athletics Carnivals. A special thanks to Mr. Warren Iles for his excellent organisation of these events. The carnivals are a highlight in our school calendar, and it was fantastic to see so many family members, friends, and community members cheering on our students. I would also like to take this opportunity to thank the students for their outstanding display of sportsmanship and camaraderie, as well as the staff for their hard work and dedication. A special thanks to IPSA for hosting the sausage sizzle today—it was a great success! House Points are yet to be tallied, but students will be notified of the results at school very soon.

This term is a busy one, and every day counts. Please note that our Duty of Care begins at 8:30 am, with learning starting at 9:00 am. The school day finishes at 3:00 pm. We have noticed a significant increase in the number of students arriving late or leaving early this semester. Please consider the impact this has on your child—just ten minutes a day adds up over a week, month, and term, and significantly reduces quality learning time.

Save the date!

We are currently preparing for the annual IPSA Fundraising Event—our Spring Fair, which will be held on Friday November 8th. If you are interested in helping with the planning or volunteering at the event, we would love to hear from you. Alternatively, if you or your business would like to make a donation to support our fundraiser, we would greatly appreciate any contributions. Please bring them into the office or email me at kristy.hay@decyp.tas.gov.au.

We look forward to a successful evening supporting our fundraising efforts to resurface the courts.

Warm regards, 

Kristy Hay 

Principal

Calendar of Events

Term 4 Assembly Timetable

Value Awards & Australian Maths Competition Certificates

Congratulations to all of our Value Award recipients. The awards will be handed out at the next assembly on Monday 21 October - 2:0opm start. 

The Australian Maths Competition Certificates will also be handed out at Mondays assembly. 

Family members are welcome to attend 

Heidi W – For showing the value of Responsibility.  Heidi stepped up at the last minute and agreed to take on one of the main roles in the class debate with little time to prepare.  She showed flexibility and a willingness to help others – great work Heidi.

Maggie R – For showing the value of Courage. Maggie took on the tricky role of defending the wolf during our class debate.  She had lots of thoughtful and insightful reasons which she explained clearly.

Victor M – For showing the value of Growth.  Victor was one of the key prosecutors in the trial of Mr Wolf in our class.  He was able to think quickly, had excellent arguments and successfully persuaded the class of the Wolf’s guilt.

Jaxon G - For showing the value of Responsibility.  Jaxon always challenges himself to produce the best work he can in all subjects.  He is particularly creative with his writing and tries his best.

Remy C - Courage and Connection - A wonderful start to the term as a new student at Illawarra Primary, making connections with other students quickly and showing confidence in getting along with others.

Henry C -  Responsibility and Growth- For consistently and enthusiastically engaging with ideas throughout the year,  in all areas of the curriculum, joining in discussions and showing respect for others.

Hazel S - Growth- For always giving her best, questioning her learning, demonstrating a love of literature and an ability to express herself creatively.

Willow C - Growth – For demonstrating a growing confidence in sharing her thoughts and ideas clearly, with others in the classroom.

Stella M – For the value of Growth due to her consistent efforts and improvement across all subject areas.

Jasper O'B – For the value of Respect through his unwavering kind attitude to all of his peers, teachers and adults he works with at school.

Gabriel C – For the value of Responsibility by consistently being conscientious and aware of the classroom and Illawarra expectations.

Blair G - For the value of Connection by being an expert guide to her teacher and classmates during the recent Aussie Bird Count.

Joh H - For showing the value of Growth. Joh worked incredibly hard to produce an excellent information report and diorama on The Tasmanian Tiger.

Marshall Y - For displaying the value of Growth and Courage by contributing insightful ideas and thoughts to enhance our class discussions.

Freya N – For demonstrating the value of Growth by showing an outstanding and thorough effort during the research and editing process for your information report.

Nathan F - For showing the value of Growth by consistently undertaking tasks with the desire to complete them to a high standard.

Oliver P - For showing the values of Growth and Courage by participating in spelling discussions about the meaning of unfamiliar vocabulary.

Kiana B - For the value Courage by showing determination when taking on challenges.

Tyson B - for the value of Connection through displaying empathy and kindness towards all members of the school community.

Jack B - For the value of Connection through the positive and enthusiastic approach that he displays when working with others.

Arya W - For the value of Growth through her positive participation in all events in school athletics carnival.

4/5AJ News

Late Term 3, 4/5AJ used recycled materials to create ‘Runny Racetracks’.

The students tested liquid viscosity as part of a chemistry unit by racing oil, vinegar and dishwashing liquid down their tracks.

The tracks and results were then shared in assembly.

Tasmanian Maths Relay

On Sunday, 22nd September eight of our Grade 5-6 students competed in the Tasmanian Maths Relay at Rosny College.

Our two teams performed very well against over 30 other school teams, answering a range of complex questions in a 45-minute period.

As well as giving up a Sunday morning to take part, the commitment our students showed in spending their lunchtimes to prepare for the event was fantastic.

Well done to Benny, Liam, Daniel, Henry, Leo, Kenzie, Noah, Ben and our reserve, Cooper.

A special thank you to Jarrod Coad for helping with the marking!

Michael Hayen

Assistant Principal

Chess Term 4

Chess Program will run again in Term 4 starting Thursday 31 October.

The program will now be held at lunchtime in the School Library. 

MyState Annual Band Concert

Independent Education Review

Book Club Issue 7

This issue is a bumper one, with more pages, more books and more gift ideas to inspire holiday reading.  Scholastic have brought back their FREE BOOK OFFER for one last time this year, with every LOOP order over $20 choosing a bonus title from the 'free book list.' 

Every order from this issue will also receive a $5 promotional code to spend on Issue 8 later this term, and anyone who ordered from last issue should also have a $5 promotional code to spend on this one!  Happy browsing!

Orders should be completed on LOOP or returned to the Office by Fri 25th October.

Community Notices