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Glenleighden News27th August 2020
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J u n i o r S c h o o l N e w s
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E a r l y C h i l d h o o d N e w s
Dear Families,
What a busy time at Glenleighden. Last week we held our inaugural PostSchool Options Information Evening. It was an opportunity forparents/carers/students to meet and engage in discussion with a varietyof organisations that specialise in Post School services and activities foryoung people, before tighter COVID gathering restrictions werereimposed. The 10 presenters/organisations shared their expertise withan audience of appreciative families. Two past students, Todd andSheree, told of their journeys since leaving Glenleighden. Our thanks goto these past students and the organisations for making the eveningsuch a success: National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA), ActiveEight, Happy Paws Happy Hearts, All Abilities Australia, HELPEnterprises (including the McIntyre Centre), Blue Tongue Adventure,TAG5, Miraa House and Mylestones Employment Agency. Thank you toour VET Coordinator, Jan, who was instrumental in organising theevening. Our parents were very grateful:
“It was really most impressive - the organisation and content was beyondwhat we even expected…. Thank you again - really so appreciated.”
“Last night had a great positive vibe and left us with hope that ourchildren are going to be ‘ok’. All the parents were commenting as we leftthat it was a great evening and they left with some good information andknowledge of possible avenues/providers that they could contact forassistance. Well done.”
PRINCIPALJ a n M o r e y
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@TheGlenleighdenSchool
“Enthusiasm is the most important thing in life.” Tennessee Williams
This term sees some staffing changes. We welcome two new therapists,Michelle and Alanna. Michelle is a Speech Language Pathologist who hasalready settled into Junior School, as Karina moves into the EnrolmentsTeam. Alanna is the newest member of our Well-being Team. Alanna is aBehaviour Analyst and also holds a Masters in Special Education. She hasworked in private clinics, early childhood settings and schools supportingstudents in managing their behaviours so that they are able to learn andthrive within their home and schooling environment. Alanna and Michelle aredelighted to be a part of the TGS community. Welcome ladies.
The term’s school programs are well underway. Students have beenengaged in both in- and outside classroom experiences. Early Childhoodhas recommenced their therapeutic horse-riding sessions at the McIntyreCentre. Junior School continues their Kitchen Garden Program and everyTuesday staff enjoy the feats of their cooking sessions. Middle and SeniorSchool students have learnt new dance moves during their FootSteps dancesessions. Who said school wasn’t fun!
A reminder about school drop off in the morning. It can be busy and a timefor patience. When exiting from the kerb, please take care as there havebeen some near misses with cars trying to overtake exiting vehicles. Thankyou to those families who arrive at their dedicated drop-off time. If you doarrive early, please consider parking a little further away and walking toschool to alleviate congestion.
An important part of school life is trust and relationships. Staff are entrustedwith the care of all students in the school environment. I support their workin delivering this care and school programs. The school grounds are a busyplace and staff deal with matters as they arise and in a manner that suits thesituation at the time. If you have any concerns or queries, please approacha staff member or me; a guide of who to contact is overleaf. Do not hesitateto speak with me if you require any assistance.
Kind regards,Jan
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Important School InformationWhom to speak with…..When it is about…… Case Manager (Pastoral Care teacher): Any matter relating to classroom teaching and learning includingoutside of school information, behaviour and homework. Teacher: Any matter related to the specific subject taught be that teacher. Therapist: Your case manager might refer you to the level therapist who can help with matters related toyour child’s learning development including therapy needs. Counsellor (Belinda James): Any issue related to social, emotional developmental and/or behaviouralconcerns, family support, illness and bereavement. Psychologist (under recruitment): You may be referred to the psychologist if your child is requiringadditional one-on-one emotional support or when a cognitive assessment is required as part of theverification process (initial verification and reviews). Behaviour Support Specialist (Alanna Saunders): Assisting school staff in implementing strategies to support your child’s behaviour within the classroom and playground. Chaplain (Jilanna Craig): Any matter related to family support, illness and bereavement. Enrolment team: Any matters related to enrolment queries, applications and initial placements. Head of Teaching and Learning (Linda Dunne): Any matters related to curriculum, teaching and learning,and verifications. Head of Student Services – Therapy (Lisa Quinn): Any matters related to provision of your child’s therapy, therapists and verifications. Vocational Education Training (VET) Coordinator (Jan Chidgey): Matters related to work experienceand placements, certificate courses and post-school pathways. Principal (Jan Morey): Policies, processes, procedures, compliments, complaints, transitions to/fromGlenleighden and when you are unsure whom to speak with.
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EARLY CHILDHOOD NEWS
The Early Childhood children have recommenced theirhorse riding lessons! The children who were attendinghorse riding during Semester One did not have the chanceto complete their program due to COVID-19. However, theyhave picked up where they left off and are riding asconfidently and eagerly as always.
It has been wonderful to see that the children haveremembered everything that they learnt at the beginning ofthe year and are stopping and starting their horses withless support from the coaches. The children who are not registered to ride remain at schooland take part in four fun activities including an academiclesson, physiotherapy, speech pathology and occupationaltherapy.
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JUNIOR SCHOOL NEWSJunior School students have been using their imagination to design andthen create ant houses in Design and Technology sessions. Withmaterials chosen by the students, they have constructed their ant housesaccording to their designs. The students are aware that ants like sweetthings to eat. They use sugar to entice the ants.
Look at our Ant Village!! There are ants crawling around our creations. We are very excited to go and look around the village to see whether theants have been attracted to our ant houses.
In literacy sessions, students are writing information reports aboutanimals and the small creatures found in the garden. They investigatethe animals’ appearance, diet, habitat, and an interesting fact to includein the reports.
Junior School Students love jumping in the bus and travelling to theDanzig farm. All have planted potatoes and they are beginning to learnthat potatoes are root vegetables that grow under the ground. Thechildren examined the potatoes closely to see the sprouts growing fromthe root and they watched in awe as Beau used a mattock to create atrench for the potatoes to be planted.
Squish! Squish! Squish! Junior school students have also, beencollecting the seeds from a variety of heirloom tomatoes and plantedthese in seedling trays to grow more tomatoes! At the school garden weare also learning about maintaining the garden, weeding and watering.
We have started to learn our lines and actions for our roles in the concertand are looking forward to making a video production for families to watchat home. 6
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MIDDLE SCHOOL NEWSOrchidsIn Geography this term, students firstly learnt about the world’s continentsand oceans. We realised that water makes up about 71% of the Earth'ssurface, while the other 29% consists of continents and islands. This is whyour planet is often compared to a majestic blue marble. Students thenfocused their attention on Australia’s states and territories, looking at thevarious emblems and symbols representing each state. Our next step willbe to identify and locate Australia’s neighbouring countries in relation to ourcontinent and see how similar or different these places are in terms of theircultural, demographic and geographical characteristics.
UlyssesThe Ulysses class have been pretending to be travel agents this term andare working hard to encourage people to travel to Australia and itsneighbouring countries once the borders re-open. Each week we havefocused on a different country and the students have taken turns toresearch a particular topic (Location and Area, People, Government,Settlement, Climate, Places or Flora and Fauna) then contribute to a classtravel brochure. We are also planning to include some cultural aspects,such as a song, dance or meal from each place. Later this term, we hopeto hold a mini Travel Expo for our Middle School friends.
SucculentsThe Succulents class have been investigating environmental and humaninfluences on places. When looking at environmental influences weresearched information on different natural hazards and identified thosehazards which are a big threat in Australia. We have looked at the impactsof bushfires on vegetation, the animals that inhabit these areas andcommunities. While we know that bushfires are very destructive, it hasbeen interesting learning how many Australian native plants actuallyrequire fire for their seeds to sprout. Students have produced a poster tobetter educate people on how to prevent the harmful effects of bushfires,prepare and respond in the case of a bushfire.
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SENIOR SCHOOL NEWSThis term, Senior School have been exploring the differentways we can collect, store and display data in their DigitalTechnologies sessions. A very popular activity has been aninvestigation into the frequency of the flavours of lollies inpackets of Fruity Chews. In small groups students sorted,counted and recorded the number of lollies of each flavour in apacket of Fruity Chews. They used tables to record the dataand whilst some students used spreadsheet software and iconsto graph it, others experimented with a web-based graphingapplication. Students compared the distribution of flavours in anumber of packets and found that each packet was quitedifferent.
The second part of the investigation was to find out whichflavours were the most popular amongst Senior School. Usingsurvey software, students created a questionnaire that wasemailed to the whole of Senior School. The results wereinteresting and there was some discussion over the reliabilityof the data as some students had submitted results more thanonce! Once the data had been assessed for reliability, studentsused graphing software to display the results. It was evidentthat blackcurrant was the most popular flavour.
Some students have suggested that they should investigate thedistribution of chocolate types in Celebration boxes, but theirteachers are suspicious of their motives!
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Mount Coot-tha walking group – chat as we get fit! Do you enjoy a good walk, fresh air, great company, chatting and the odd giggle or two? If so feel free to join other parents in the school on our morning walk up Mount Coot-tha. We meet most mornings after drop off and the walk is suitable for all fitness levels and isopen to everyone (feel free to bring a friend!). Great chance to meet other parents indifferent year levels whilst enjoying nature and clocking up some steps as we do so. Feelfree to bring your dog too 😊 If you are interested send Minna an email ([email protected]). I will put together aFacebook TGS walking group so that we can let you know which side of the track we aremeeting each morning, or if you don’t have Facebook we can send you a text or an email. Hope you can join us. Minna
GLENLEIGHDEN SOCIAL GROUPSChaplaincy Service Parent/ Carer
Coffee Mornings - First Tuesday of every month.
Next date: Tuesday 2 SeptemberWhere: Lone Pine Sanctuary Cafe708 Jesmond Rd, Fig Tree Pocket
Time: Just after morning drop off, from 9:00am
This is a great opportunity to meet other parents in our school community or come with a friend. Ifyou're new to the school or would love to come for a coffee and chat, please feel very welcome!
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School LanguageLegends Award
Early Childhood
Junior School
Middle School
Senior School
Gabriel FYuna J
Owen L
Bailey WWilliam C
Ruby NJames SSeva R
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Willow WMontana S
Megan C
School ValuesOur School Values Award
went Deegan to fromMiddle School .
Bir thdays
Alex MLach lan MSophie SSa l ly TI saac P
Megan CAmitee C
UPCOMING EVENTS
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Friday 4th SeptemberPupil Free Day
Friday 18th SeptemberPupil Free Day, end of Term Three
Monday 5th OctoberQueens Birthday Public Holiday
Tuesday 6th OctoberStart of Term Four
