From the Principal’s Desk

Friday, 21 May Interschool Sport

Dalmain vs Goollelal (Away)

Friday, 28 May

Interschool Sport Dalmain vs Glendale

(Home)

Wednesday, 2 June

Year 6 High School Enrichment Program Greenwood College

2:00pm - 4:00pm

Thursday, 3 June

TA 1 Assembly

School Board Meeting

Staffroom - 6:30pm

Dear Parents and Community Members, ASSEMBLY

What an awesome assembly we had yesterday morning with our talented students from TA 2 hosting. Their theme of the jungle provided a very colourful stage arrangement complimented by the students all being dressed in animal costumes. The class expertly retold the story “The Banana that Spoke” through words and actions, using the ‘Talk for Writing’ approach. The students were all able to remember the story and it certainly provided for a terrific presentation. The class also shared with everyone a multitude of facts about various animals, some of which are critically endangered, before performing the “Jungle Jive”. Congratulations to all students, Ms King and Ms Edwards on a wonderful assembly. During the assembly, being “Volunteers Week”, four of our school community members were recognised for their enormous work and contribution with our school and in particular with our school canteen through the Nan Marlow Award and the School Canteen Association. Barbie Connick presented certificates to Maren Kummerow and Anna Richards who were present with additional certificates to be given to Sue Hogan and Donna Hansen. All of these volunteers have contributed countless hours and thoroughly deserve this recognition. STAFF UPDATE As I am sure many within our school community would be aware, Mrs Phoenix (TA4) is to become a mum in a little while! So it is certainly an exciting time for the Phoenix family and friends as they await the arrival of their baby. As a result, Mrs Phoenix has now taken leave from her teaching role for the remainder of this year. I am pleased to announce that Ms Kianee Zscherpel has been appointed to this position and has already commenced teaching in TA4. Miss Zscherpel is busily settling in to her new role and is very happy to be a member of the Dalmain staff and school community.

Dalmain PRIMARY SCHOOL

NEWSLET TER I S S U E # 1 3 - 2 1 M A Y 2 0 2 1

64 Dalmain Street, Kingsley WA 6026 | Ph: 6207 2200 | dalmain.ps@education.wa.edu.au

PARENTS, PLEASE NOTE ** NEW BANK DETAILS **

Commonwealth Bank Account Name: Dalmain Primary School

BSB: 066-040 Account Number: 1990 6029

YEAR 6 ENRICHMENT PROGRAM - GREENWOOD COLLEGE All Year 6 students were given a flyer yesterday to take home regarding the upcoming Greenwood Enrichment program which will take place across three weeks on the 2, 9 and 16 June. The flyer contains important information for parents regarding this program. Students are requested to return their completed Permission Slip to the school office by Tuesday 25 May. Please contact the school office if you have any queries regarding the Enrichment Program.

NAPLAN Well done to all of our Year 3 and Year 5 students who have now completed these assessments. I must say that all of our students engaged very well with each of these tests and gave their best effort. Results from these assessments are likely to be available to parents later in Term 3.

Have a great weekend,

Don Boyes Principal

Student Absences Send text to 0409 885 439

Parents are reminded that they can advise the school of their child’s absence by SMS.

Failure to contact the school will result in students being marked as UNEXPLAINED on

their attendance record.

Kindergarten 2022 ENROLMENTS NOW OPEN

Applications for enrolments of students entering Kindergarten or changing schools in the 2022 school year should be made

BY FRIDAY, 23 JULY 2021.

Application for Enrolment forms can be obtained from the school’s website or the school office. Please bring along your child’s Birth Certificate, Proof of Address and Immunisation History Statement when applying.

PP 1 Zach R, Maritza M TA 4 Jake T, Lily G ART Sophie M (Yr1), Alex G (Yr1), Maxine T (Yr3)

PP 2 Hugh B, Savannah A TA 5 Rebecca L, Ethan A MUSIC Neil A (Yr1), Kayla A (Yr3)

TA 1 Matilda W, Archie R TA 6 Rhys H, Alice J PE Ella H (Yr5), Kayla A (Yr3)

TA 2 Jason S, Koa G TA 8 Molly E, Zeph C LOTE Blake S (Yr6), Anaru K (Yr6)

TA 3 Maxine T, Henry T TA 9 Jacob O, Molika G SCIENCE Matilda W (Yr1), Viyana K (Yr6)

Merit Awards - 20 May 2021

Congratulations to all students presented with awards at today’s assembly.

Teddy Bear Picnic in Kindy Last week Kindy Blue and Gold

brought their teddies to school for a

sleep over.

The next morning, we were

shocked to discover the teddies

had been partying hard and left

a terrible mess in the classroom!

On Friday, Kindy Gold invited their Kindy

friends from Meerilinga to join in the picnic fun.

Both groups of Kindy also participated in a ‘Teddy

Bear’s Picnic’ with lots of fun including painting,

drawing, an obstacle course just for the teddies

and parachute play.

We have now finished planting a range of herbs and vegetables in the DUG and outside TA 5, 6, 8 & 9. This year classes were involved in preparing garden bed areas and provided with seedlings to plant, care for and monitor growth. This whole school approach provides across curriculum learning opportunities, and requires classes to take on board more responsibility, including picking their crops and deciding how to use their produce. PP1 has already picked and enjoyed a delicious morning snack of corn on the cob!

I would like to acknowledge the assistance of Karen Hobden (our gardener) and Cameron Taylor the P&C DUG Coordinator, for their support with this project. The school P&C also generously provided seedlings for planting.

Our school community are encouraged to walk through and view the gardens and the efforts of the students. Volunteers are always welcome to assist with watering or pulling weeds.

Please drop into Kindy or register your interest at the front office.

Mrs Ridley

CLASS DATE PLANTED CROP

Kindy Both 19th March Purple Beans

Kindy Blue 20th April Spinach

Kindy Gold 23rd April Rhubarb

Pre-primary 1 25th February Corn

Pre-primary 2 26th February Roma Tomatoes

TA 1 & 2 4th March Cucumber/Onions

TA 3 31st March Corn

TA 4 31st March Beetroot

TA 5 & 6 10th May Herb garden

TA 8 21st April Broccoli

TA 9 21st April Rainbow Chard Spinach

Sustainability Leaders 17th March Mystery Garden bed – Woolworths seeds

Sustainability Leaders 21st April Onions

Sustainability Leaders 21st April Celery

Nespresso Coffee Pod Recycling

ONLY Nespresso brand coffee pods are accepted.

TA1 and TA2 will be recycling Nespresso coffee pods.

Please bring your used Nespresso coffee pods to the recycling bin located outside

TA1 and TA2.

Nespresso aluminium coffee capsules that are recycled with Nespresso are sent to a specialist recycling plant. There, the aluminium is separated

from the residual coffee.

The coffee is sent to an industrial composting facility to be transformed into compost, while the aluminium is recycled and sent back to the

aluminium industry to produce new aluminium products.

TA2 Assembly

School Banking

School banking is available to all Dalmain students

in the

School Library on Friday Mornings 8:20am to 8:45am

Sponsored by : The West Australian , 7 west media and resources Technology show case.

Can you help Dalmain to win a share in $25,000?

Our school will be entering the Stem Classroom Cash competition, but we need your help!

Beginning Saturday, 29th May through till Saturday, 19th June, the Saturday Edition of the West Australian will have an entry coupon inside. All you will need to do is cut it out and return it to the box located in

the front office.

The more coupons collected the more chance we have of winning!

Be sure to get your friends and family involved to gather as many coupons as we can for Dalmain! Thank you!

Dalmain Dockets Term 2 - Week 5

Junior Draw Winner

Jaime.H - TA 1

Senior Draw Winner

William. T - TA 9

School Hats Policy “No Hat, No Play ”

Parents are reminded of our “NO HAT, NO PLAY” policy.

Students require their hat for morning fitness, sport,

recess and lunchtimes.

We are aware many students are currently coming to school without their hat.

Parents, please check that your child comes to school with their own hat to ensure they do not miss out on vital sport and play activities during the school day.

School hats can be purchased through the uniform shop

(Tudor Uniforms in Wangara).

PLEASE ENSURE YOUR CHILD’S NAME IS CLEARLY

MARKED FOR EASY IDENTIFICATION

2021 National Young Leaders Day

Tracy Vo is a journalist and news reporter on Channel 9. She told us about her experiences with racism and about overcoming her stage fright. Tracy told us about when she was a young girl that she was told she had ugly skin. This was very hard for Tracy but she overcame her insecurities and her confidence grew. Did you know that Tracy struggled with stage fright so much she planned to stick to radio her entire life? But she decided to try something new and she found her career in TV.—Sophia.R

Josh Pyke, a Musician and Author, spoke at the National Young Leaders Conference. He talked about not giving up, his first gig and he played his song ‘Make you Happy’. His extreme energy and excitement engaged the audience with intrigue. His book titled ‘The incredible runaway snot’ is a great read for all children.—Mia.M

Trent Cooper is the Fremantle AFLW coach. He is very proud of his team, himself and his life. Trent and his AFLW team worked hard day and night last year and got into the finals! Sadly COVID struck, and the finals got postponed. Trent told us about how they recovered from their disappointment and still worked hard. His team is still holding onto every bit of hope for this season. Trent’s message was NEVER GIVE UP! - Ailin.N

Dance/Games Most student leaders are so busy working that they forget that they’re kids and they’re supposed to have fun. We learnt a new song “Learning is fun”, it has actions and dance moves. This song was all about being yourself and to just be a kid! All the dances we did were amazing, we got to freestyle dance as well. We played awesome games altogether like, paper, scissors, rock. Many of us enjoyed this experience. It took lots of pressure off our shoulders and it was a great way to take a break! - Ailin.N

Paul Steel is the Assistant Commissioner for the WA Police force. Paul was one of the four amazing speakers at the Leadership Conference. Paul has been a Police Officer for 26 years and he specialises in helping rehabilitate people struggling with drug use. Paul was originally a teacher, then he stopped, finding something that he loves doing, helping people. Paul told us a touching story about a young boy who often broke the law and was part of a big graffiti rampage. Paul would often pick this young boy up and take him back to the station for a chat. The young boy disappeared and Paul didn’t hear from him again until 12 years later. Paul was on a bus sitting next to a very tall man with lots of tattoo’s . The man said, “You’re Paul Steel aren't’ you?” Paul looked at the man confused. “It’s Ben,” said the man. Paul asked him why he was talking to him and he said it was because he was always nice to him, that he would give him milo and talk nicely to him. Paul Steel taught me a lot, mainly that any sort of contact can leave a lasting impression on someone. Even a smile can make someone's day.—Wren.F

P&C News

Dalmain Delights Café Proud sponsors of the weekly ‘Nude Food’ winners

Canteen Volunteer Class Roster

Week 6 - TA 3 - Week 7 - TA 4

Help is URGENTLY - needed & appreciated!

Please contact: Barbie - 0428 850 191

Yogo Chill available $2.00

Nan Marlow State Finalists

A huge congratulations to our amazing canteen volunteers who were officially recognised for all

their hard work!

Special mention to Anna Richards,

Megan Kummerow, Donna Hansen &

Susan Hogan

are available for a

Gold Coin donation

Thank you to Sue Hogan,

Melanie & Elliot Waters, Karen Margieson,

Sapna Chawla & Kylie Wild

8:30 - 9.30 10.30—11.30 am 12.30—1.30pm

A huge thank you to Megan Kummerow for attending the

WASCA meeting.

Reminder - Please finalise all accounts owing

P&C News

The Toilet Project Things are happening in the junior block so we are after some volunteers. We are after help next Friday, 28th May in the afternoon from 12:30pm until pick up. We will also be painting again the

following Friday morning 4th June after drop off, from 8:45am for a couple of hours. If you are able to help please e-mail toiletproject.dalmain@gmail.com

or see Amanda or Danae otherwise follow the signup link https://signup.com/go/amOyKcy

Many hands make light work! We can’t wait to get the junior toilets finished.

Grant Coordinator The P&C are looking for somebody in the School Community to become our Grant Coordinator.

Please see the job description below for more details.

If you would like to find out more or are interested please talk to Sabine Steegmann or e-mail dalmainpandc@gmail.com

The Grant Coordinator is the direct link between our Dalmain P&C Committee and other external entities, such as public body, charitable foundation and/or specialised grant making institution.

The role of the Grant Coordinator is to assist on a voluntary basis with the following tasks; Researching for grant opportunities to support planned and or possible investments.

Preparing and submitting the documentation for grant applications.

Neon Nights Disco

The fundraising committee has spent this morning working hard to plan details of the disco.

Please save the date 25th June

for our Neon fluoro disco. More details will be in the next newsletter.

Class Reps Needed—TA4 and TA5

We still require class representatives for TA4 and

TA5. This is an easy but important role taken on by a

parent in each class.

The class reps makes sure important information

received from the class rep coordinator Anna Rich-

ards is sent out to parents.

If you are able to take on this role please e-mail

communications.dalmainpandc@gmail.com

or see Anna.

Halidon Dental Therapy Centre

Dalmain Primary School students will now be seen at Halidon Dental Therapy Centre

The clinic is situated at:

Halidon Primary School 38 Halidon St Kingsley - Ph: 9409 6362

Before/After School & Vacation Care

Care for Kids provide care at Dalmain Primary School in a fun and stimulating environment.

With qualified and experienced staff, the service is Accredited by NCAC.

Phone: 9309 2300 Or come into undercover area kingsleyoshc@careforkidswa.net.au