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- Principals Report
- Important Dates
- Above and Beyond
- Water Awareness Program Prep-2
- Introducing Millie
- Book Week Parade
- Thank you Burnie Works
- Congratulations
- Thank you Shaunna
- West. North West Working
- Don't forget about Kookaburra Bookworms
- Soupa Wednesday
- School Lunch Project
- Let's Talk Reading
- HPS Parents Group
- Reminder
- FOUND
- Sora
- Virtual Learning Centre
- Working together
- Every school day matters.
- Community News
What a gift it is to share in the learning journey of every student. We aspire every day to help our students to become capable, creative, confident, respectful and empowered individuals … ones we hope continually experience laughter in their lives as the old saying goes … laughter is the best medicine; and it is a gift that comes to us free of charge, and in these days of high inflation – what a bonus that is (hope you laughed here).
Anyway, laughter definitely puts the joy in learning – as we all know, we remember things that make us laugh and smile. Plus, a hearty giggle helps us develop positive relationships and connect with each other, especially when we have limited things in common. And, it teaches us many lessons – it provides opportunities for us to recognise boundaries, to learn about empathy and see each other as ‘real’ human beings who, too, experience the same feelings. Or it can be a simple positive release of emotion that boosts our energy.
So, I am advocating for more laughter – in the classroom, in the playground, in the corridors and, of course at home! Adults, we have a lot to learn from our youngsters who can laugh up to 300 times a day, as opposed to our measly count of between 4 – 20 laughs per day. Here is my new challenge - next time things go wrong – laugh … at yourself, at the circumstances, at the spilt milk. And in walking my talk, next time I’m faced with yet another puppy toileting accident on my new $40 couch (the other one didn’t outlast the puppy phase) I’ll laugh uproariously – and the world, I am sure, will be brighter (albeit in shades of yellow or brown).
What inspired my spiel about laughter, you ask – the highly knowledgeable Mrs Michelle Pearce, who has joined our team for 3 days a week this year, said to me earlier in the week, after hearing peals of laughter from somewhere within the school. “The laughter in this school is such a beautiful thing to hear – what a wonderful environment to work and learn in.” Kudos Havenview Primary School – creating a culture of happiness and joy as well as learning and aspiration!
With laughter in mind, here is hoping that Mr Nichols and his class will experience much fun, learning and laughter as they practise for their play, Aladdin that they will present in Week 9 for our viewing pleasure – I’m betting they will regale us with many glorious guffaws during their performance.
Other happenings, which are difficult to miss – the redevelopment. I’m sure, you are all joining us in eagerly anticipating the opening of the garden section which will better cater to our students’ needs in their outdoor learning and gardening experiences.
Finally, in speaking of gardens, please support us by reminding your children of the need to respect our outdoor environment, and that it is only fallen twigs and branches that can be used during play. Play that is ladden with laughter.
Assistant Principal
IMPORTANT DATES
| Wednesday's Term 3 | Soupa Wednesday |
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| Tuesday & Friday | School Lunch Project |
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| Tuesday 1 - Friday 4 August | Water Awareness Prep - 2 |
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| Tuesday 8 August | Parklands High School Tour 1:15pm - 2:30pm |
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| Wednesday 9 August | 5/6 Sports Day |
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| Friday 11 August | Book Club Due |
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| Monday 21 - Friday 25 August | Book Week |
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| Wednesday 23 August | Book Week Parade |
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Our Prep - Grade 2 doing there best and having lots of fun during their Water Awareness Program this week.
Welcome Millie.
On Friday 4 August you may notice Millie the Border Collie.
Millie is currently being trained as a therapy dog by Edward Costello, Edward is a social worker who is working with children in the school setting.
Millie will remain on a leash while she gets used to the children, and the schools busy environment.
Thank you Burnie Works for supplying our Parents/Carers and staff with free coffee's this morning. Being that it was hump day I'm sure there where a lot of appreciative customers.
Congratulations to Jagger, who as we speak is not only playing in the Under 12's School Sports Australia Hockey Championships held in Hobart this week, but has also had the honour of being selected as Vice Captain. We wish Jagger and his team mates the best of luck and look forward to hearing all about this wonderful experience.
Message to Havenview Primary parents
- Are you looking to re-enter the workforce after time away?
- Do you want to upskill or reskill to pursue your next career opportunity?
- Are you currently working but want to work more hours?
- Need help to uncover your transferrable skills?
- Want to become more confident and career ready?
There are many different paths leading to employment but finding your way can be tricky.
Alyssia at West North West Working can help you.
Alyssia can support you with preparing your resume, finding training opportunities and searching for work.
Our service is FREE and it’s voluntary to engage with us.
Contact info@wnwworking.com.au or Alyssia on 0490 865 337
Alyssia is also at the Burnie Library every Monday between 11:30am and 2pm if you would like to call in.
Soupa Wednesday is back!!!
Today's soup
Mrs Gleeson’s Pumpkin Soup
750g pumpkin
250g sweet potato
250g potato
2 large onions
1L veg stock
1 cup cream
2 tsp curry powder
salt & pepper
In large saucepan heat 1-2 tbs oil and fry sliced onions and curry powder. Peel pumpkin and potatoes and cut into small pieces, add all to pot along with stock.
Bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer, uncovered for 30 minutes or until tender.
Blend and add cream, salt and pepper to taste and simmer for a further 5 minutes.
Next weeks soup
Chicken and Corn Soup
2/6/22
2tbs olive oil
1 med onion, diced
1 tin corn
1 med carrot, diced
1 large stick celery, diced
1 med potato, peeled and diced
1.5L chicken stock
300gm chicken, cooked and shredded
1 sml tin creamed corn
Fry onion in oil, over a medium heat until soft.
Add carrot, celery, potato and stock and bring to the boil.
Simmer for 20 minutes or until all vegetables are soft. Blend if desired.
Add cooked chicken and creamed corn and continue to simmer until heated through.
School Lunch Project menu for Term 2
Week 2 Sweet & Sour Chicken, Beef Pasta Bol
Week 3 Butter Chicken, Tomato Beans
Week 4 Beef Pasta Bol, Sweet & Sour Chicken
Week 5 Butter Chicken, Tomato Beans
Week 6 Beef Pasta Bol, Sweet & Sour Chicken
Week 7 Mexican Mince, Tuna Pasta Bake
Week 8 Beef Chow Mein, Chicken Casserole
Week 9 Mexican Mince, Tuna Pasta Bake
NO SCHOOL LUNCHES LAST WEEK OF TERM
Havenview Primary Parents Group meet every Wednesday morning during school terms, in the Kookaburra Cafe. New faces and little helpers are always welcome.
Thanks,
Tmeeka Henricks
PH: 0419 351 557
We have had a game handed in to the office, if they belong to you please call into or call the school office on 6431 3995
SORA! eBooks at your fingertips.
Are you getting the most out of Sora? Over 140 schools have already used Sora to borrow eBooks, audiobooks and magazines.
All Tasmanian Government school students now have eBooks at their fingertips with Sora, a free lending app.
Students can access a huge collection of eBooks, eAudiobooks, magazines, comics, graphic novels and easy reads. Content is specially curated for students from Prep to Year 12.
Once Sora is downloaded from an app store or accessed via a web browser, students can borrow immediately from the Education Tasmania Sora collection.
You can go to the eBook platform for schools intranet page for how-to instructions to connect your learners with the Sora app.
Follow the Getting Started document or speak with the Libraries Tasmania team about setting up your school’s account today!
For more information: Sora in schools – Libraries Tasmania
For content enquiries: CollectionDevelopment@libraries.tas.gov.au
Virtual Learning Centre update!
If your child needs to stay home due to illness, but is well enough to continue learning, they may like to access the Virtual Learning Centre via Canvas.
For Kindergarten to Year 10 students, the VLC provides access to online lessons and activities for your child on various focus areas including Reading and Writing, Number, Science, Physical Activity and Wellbeing.
Your child can complete activities of interest to them or to support catch-up learning and revision.
If your child is unsure of their Canvas username and password to access the VLC, please let us know and we can provide these to you.
You can also access resources and ideas to support learning at home at Learning at home. You can find out more about the Virtual Learning Centre on the Department for Education, Children and Young People website.
Whilst we acknowledge that illness may mean students are at home for a short time, it’s so important that our students are actively participating in their learning. We know that going to school every day gives your child every chance to learn and grown and connect with their friends and teachers.
If you’re struggling to get your child to school, help is available. Please talk to us at school about your situation. We’ll support you, in whatever way we can.
Working Together - Free education and care in 2023
Would you like your child to have the opportunity to make friends, play, learn and build confidence?
Working Together:
- Is free
- Offers 2 – 3 days of early learning per week for children
- Is available to children in their year before Kindergarten
- Provides support to families to participate in the program
- Is delivered through Tasmanian Early Childhood Education and Care services (sometimes known as childcare centres) in the following locations:
- North West – Burnie, Ulverstone and Devonport
- North – Launceston
- South - Brighton, Southern Midlands (Bagdad), Glenorchy and Kingborough
How can I take part?
Registrations are now open for 2023, with limited places available.
Learn more about Working Together and the eligibility criteria for children’s access at https://www.decyp.tas.gov.au/working-together/ or contact us on:
- Email: wt@decyp.tas.gov.au
- North West: 0436 922 145
- North: 0436 930 963
- South: 0436 922 146
Every school day matters
It’s Term 3 already – welcome back for another term!
As we move through the school year, sometimes regular school attendance can be challenging.
It’s important your child keeps up good attendance habits though.
Going to school every day means your child has every chance to learn, and be around their friends and teachers. Every day adds up, to benefit your child now and in the future.
If you’re having trouble getting your child to school, please talk to us. We’ll listen to your situation, and help in any way we can.
To find out more, visit the Anything can happen website.
