Survey Feedback

Thank you to all of the parents and caregivers who responded to our recent school survey. 4.1 was the mean score from a maximum of 5, across 28 criteria Your feedback has shared with us the strengths of the school and the direction we shall focus our energies to make Roebuck Primary School an even better school than you have currently rated us.

Comments were constructive and commendable of staff and the many efforts they go to every day to make sure your child has the best possible care and education at Roebuck Primary School.

Some of the great feedback we received, below, highlighted positive experiences and aspects families most liked about Roebuck Primary School:

“I love seeing the students participate in the community song. A big thank you to Mrs Forde for her passion and dedication to her job as music teacher. All the teachers and assistants that have taught or are teaching my children have been enthusiastic, approachable and helpful. My children are enjoying school and learning to the required level or above.”

“It has a small community feel, everyone is approachable and the school is well maintained.”

“Teacher’s door always open, very helpful and communicative, fun learning environment”

“Friendliness and willingness of teachers to work with kids and parents to achieve the best results.”

Open Night

Your child/ren and the staff are looking forward to sharing with you their work in tonight’s Open Night. Please join us and visit the classrooms, plus specialist areas, as we share with you a sample of the rich and exciting programs your child/ren enjoy at Roebuck Primary School.

A BIG THANKS to the P&C who continue to support all school activities with their famous generosity, time and energy in catering for these events.

The CHOIR will be performing during the night so please take time to hear the fabulous voices as they perform for you.

From The Principal

Roebuck Primary School

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D AT E S F O R

Y O U R D I AR Y

Wednesday 19 September

Open Night

Friday 21 September

Assembly - Ibis 2

Last day of Term 3

Monday 8 October

First Day of Term 4

Friday 12 October

Assembly - Greenshank 2

Wednesday 17 October

P&C Meeting

All Welcome

Thursday 18 October

Interschool Spelling Bee

Monday 22 October

School Board

Open Meeting

6pm

All Welcome

An Independent Public School - Broome Cluster

Cnr Spoonbill Ave & Sanderling Dr DJUGUN - PMB 4000, BROOME WA 6725 Telephone:(08)9192 3377 Email: roebuck.ps@education.wa.edu.au Facebook: @roebuckps Website: www.roebuckps.wa.edu.au

Broome Cluster of Independent Schools

I am

Kind to

Others

Ngaji Gurrjin - Welcome

Galiya - Goodbye

School Vision: Working together with high expectations; through quality teaching and leadership,

Roebuck Primary School students will be positive, resilient, inclusive and successful citizens.

Kelvin Shem, Principal

2018

CHARGES AND VOLUNTARY CONTRIBUTIONS

VOLUNTARY CONTRIBUTIONS K-6

Curriculum Area COST

Cash or cheques (payable to Roebuck Primary

School) are accepted, EFTPOS or a direct credit to

our school bank account:-

A/c Name Roebuck Primary School Bank Commonwealth Bank BSB 066 505 Account No. 10134441 Reference Please put your child’s name

The Arts $10.00

English $10.00

Mathematics $10.00

Science $10.00

Physical & Health Education $10.00

Library $10.00

TOTAL $60.00

REMINDERS FROM ADMINISTRATION

R O E B U C K P R I M A R Y S C H O O L

CHARGES

Extra Cost Options Estimated Maximum Cost

*$650 is the expected total cost inclusive of all activities, accommodation, transport and food for a five day camp. Parent fundraising has historically reduced the contribution to approximately $300 per student. This amount per child per annum is therefore dependent and directly related to the effort and energy of the fundraising.

Prior to camp, payment plans may be negotiated with the Principal.

Payment will be requested during the school year when costs and participation by students is confirmed

Voluntary Contributions and Charges were approved

at School Board meeting held on 30 July 2018.

Excursions/Visiting Artists K-6 $120.00

Interschool Sport 1-6 $60.00

Swimming 1-6 $90.00

School Camp 6 *$650.00

Leadership Camp 5-6 $60.00

Graduation 6 $55.00

PEAC 5-6 $200.00

2018 Voluntary

Contributions

P A G E 2

2019 ENROLMENTS Roebuck Primary School are now taking enrolments for 2019.

Please call into the office and collect an application for enrolment form, or visit our website at http://www.roebuckps.wa.edu.au/page/60/Enrolment, if your child is -

- starting Kindergarten (4 years old by 30 June 2019)

Please get in early as Kindergarten places are limited

- starting Pre-Primary, the first year of compulsory school (5 years old by 30 June 2019)

NO DOGS ON SCHOOL GROUNDS

Please do not allow your dog to enter the school site during school hours or while the students are transitioning to and from school. If you walk your dog at the school outside of these hours, please be responsible and clean up after your dog.

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MORNING SCHOOL ZONE TIME CHANGE

Main Roads have advised that, following consultation with the Kimberley RoadWise Committee’s; Police, Local Schools and the Education Department, the following change to morning school zone time will come into effect in the Kimberley Region from MONDAY 8 OCTOBER 2018.

Existing morning school zone time is 7.30am - 9am

NEW MORNING SCHOOL ZONE TIME WILL BE 7AM TO 8.30AM

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SCHOOL NEWS

Roebuck Primary School

presents

OPEN NIGHT

Parents, caregivers, friends and families,

you are invited to attend our Open Night on

Wednesday 19 September

5pm - 7pm

We look forward to seeing you at our Open Night

The school will be open from 5pm to 7pm to allow parents, caregivers and families to walk through the classes and see the wonderful work that has been completed by the students at our school. All teachers will be in attendance in the classrooms, however this is NOT an appropriate time for interviews and we ask that you make an appointment with the teacher if you require further information on your child’s progress.

The fantastic chefs from the P&C kitchen will have food and drinks available to purchase.

The Music, Indonesian and Science rooms will be open for you to view your child’s work.

Chris Migliore will be in Greenshank 1 running a Connect question and answer session. Please stop by and find out how to make the most of this great resource.

Year Six parents and caregivers, the Broome Senior High School transition co-ordinator will be set up in the Spoonbill wet area to answer any of your questions.

ROEBUCK RIGHT START

OPEN NIGHT

Parenting Network and Workshops A parenting support network to support families in feeling school ready and

building skills and relationships within the Roebuck community.

Thursday 20th Sept 2018 8:15am-9:30am Wagtail 1 classroom

Includes: coffee & tea, fruit and craft for children, crèche worker to help supervise children

Marley Negus - Roebuck Right Start, Parenting Network and Workshops E: Marley.negus@education.wa.edu.au T: 9192 3377

20/9/18

Focus Session 1

Speech Therapists and Occupational Therapists from Broome Allied

Health service

1/11/18

Focus Session 2

Triple P

Positive Parenting

15/11/18

Focus Session 3

School Nurse

Healthy Lunches and Nutrition

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ROEBUCK RIPPLE RECOGNITION AWARDS

SPECIALIST AWARDS

Tayla C

Emma J

Lachlan S

Casey L

Javarhn D

Savannah B

Chace H

Steel H

Lochlan S

Lochlan A

Liisi P

Amy W

Jack G

Maxemilion B

Rhiana D

Phoebe H

Maria N

Hayden T

Fraser S

Tallula V

Max M

Austin M

Ben P

William G

Ella C

Sasha P

Mateesa W

Dallas G

Sarah C

Cassie C

Sam D

Shine B

Lachlan M

Music Whimbrel 4

Science Ibis 2

Sport Whimbrel 5

ASSEMBLY 7 SEPTEMBER 2018 hosted by Whimbrel 6

BADGE AWARDS

Elliot B bronze

Nova M bronze

Taj B bronze

Isaac C bronze

Bethany G bronze

Lyla W bronze

Whimbrel 6 reminded us what true happiness sounds like,

feels like, looks like and tastes like with a truly AMAZING

assembly item that had everyone smiling and feeling happy!

R U OK? DAY

RACKING UP THE RAKS

This term, the Health and Well Being Action Team have been spreading happiness, positive vibes and warm fuzzy feelings by sprinkling RAKs where ever we go. A RAK is a Random Act of Kindness.

We have made little cards with positive quotes to give out at play times and even hidden kind messages in library books. Last week we hosted a morning tea for all the staff to show that we appreciate their hard work and dedication to our learning.

We encourage you to show RAKs every day because it makes others feel appreciated and gives them a boost. You will also feel so much joy as you show kindness.

Thursday 13 September, was R U OK? DAY.

The Cultural Awareness Action Team handed out yellow woollen wrist bands to staff and students and encouraged them to start a conversation with others.

Students designed colourful posters that were displayed throughout the school with some great messages for all. One of our favourite slogans was,

You don’t have to be a super hero

to help a friend!

AUTHOR & ILLUSTRATOR VISIT

On Thursday 6 September, the Year Two to Five students were treated to a special visit from illustrator Marc McBride and author Phil Kettle.

Marc McBride is best known for his illustrations in the Deltora Quest series. Marc worked with students talking about the art basics of colour, light, line and shape while painting a large dragon which he gave to the school to display in the library. At the end of his presentation he taught students how to draw their own dragon.

During the author workshop Phil Kettle, who has written several book series including Girlz Rock, Boyz Rule and TooCool, shared with students his inspiration for writing. Phil then worked with students to plan and write a short story.

All students thoroughly enjoyed the visit and teachers saw a new enthusiasm for writing and, in particular, dragon artwork.

Micaley Ross, Deputy Principal

Gemma A, Liisi P and Josh T, Health and Well Being Action Team

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INTERSCHOOL JUMPS AND ATHLETICS CARNIVALS

Over two days in week four, Roebuck Primary School took a team of athletes to St Mary’s College to compete in Interschool Jumps and Athletics.

All our athletes tried their very hardest with some outstanding individual results:

Isaac C - Year 2 Boys R/U Champion

Kayla S - Year 3 Girls R/U Champion

Mac D - Year 3 Boys R/U Champion

Lachlan H - Year 4 Boys R/U Champion

Minaki C - Year 5 Boys R/U Champion

Roebuck Primary School were placed 5th overall and Mr M was super proud of the good behaviour and sportsmanship displayed by our students.

KINDY SPORTS CARNIVALS

In week seven, the Kindy classes participated in their

first ever Sports Carnival. Even the first rain of the

season couldn't dampen the spirits of these little

athletes!

As you can see there were big smiles and excitement

galore amongst our little ones....and I think a few

parents may have enjoyed themselves too!

After the carnival the students enjoyed a picnic with

their family to celebrate Father’s Day.

Thank you to all the parents who joined in the carnival

and made it such a fun experience for their children.

P A G E 7

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YEAR SIX CAMP

What was your favourite part of the Year 6 camp?

My favourite part of camp was rock climbing at the camp school. It was challenging and you could jump off something that was high. Jake

My favourite part of camp was the cruise of Roebuck Bay with Cameron Birch and the Broome Whale Watching crew. We got to see many dolphins and it was a good experience. Bonnie

My favourite part of camp was doing the tie dying. I got to learn how to make a really cool tie dye shirt. I love my shirt. Cindy

My favourite part of camp was going for a fat bike ride along Cable Beach with my group. I had a lot of fun riding down the beach with friends. I loved riding down the sand dunes at a fast speed. Tom

My favourite part of camp was the boogie boarding at the beach. I caught so many waves and got to spend lots of time with my friends. Madison

My favourite part of camp was the prusiking at the camp school with Carl because it was challenging and you had to work with other people to get up the rope to the pilar. David

I liked the archery at the camp school because I have always watched movies of people shooting arrows and I’ve always wanted to do it. Mackenzie

I would probably say rock climbing because it was a new challenge that I hadn’t faced before and it was a fun experience Lachlan

My favourite part was going to the beach and using the paddle boards and boogie boards because it was fun and I love going to the beach. I also got to hang out with all my friends and catch waves while there. Brandon

My favourite part of camp was the museum because I liked learning more about Broome. Dann

My favourite thing was the movie night (Christopher Robin) because everything ran smoothly and I got to help hand out popcorn. Carlia

I really liked the stargazing activity with Greg Quicke because I got to learn about the stars and asteroids. I also really enjoyed looking at the stars in the dark and the bus ride was really fun. Phoenix

The camp was a great team experience. Everybody learnt about how to work better as a team. We all had to challenge ourselves and get out of our comfort zone. Trigg

The 2018 year 6 camp was amazing but one of the highlights for me was raft building. I loved working as a team and challenging ourselves to learn new skills. Ruby

My favourite thing was prusiking because prusiking was easy but when I went down by myself I found it a bit more challenging. Artie

My favourite thing at camp was rock climbing, because it was challenging and felt really good when you got to the top. Shine

My favourite thing was fat bikes because it was challenging but fun going up and down the sand dunes. Max

CELEBRATING STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT

On the 25 and 26 August 2018, eleven athletes from Broome Little Athletics travelled to Karratha to participate in the North West Little Athletics Championships. Roebuck Primary School was well represented with five of the athletes being current students and others being past students. Congratulations to the entire team for the fabulous results and a special mention to the following Roebuck Primary School students for these impressive medal hauls.

CELEBRATING THE COMMUNITY KIND

We are the Community Kind!

Thanks so much to Poppi and Jade who went about earning some money for the less fortunate in Indonesia on their own accord.

It takes one of us to make a difference to all of us.

Terima kasih Poppi and Jade.

Bu Conliffe, Indonesian Specialist

A big THANK YOU to all who helped at our Book Fair. Thank you to our teachers and our parent helpers Catherine Tribble and Celeste Halliday. The student helpers, Aaryan M, Ella P, Genevieve McL, Mackenzie K, Taya S, Maddison S, Phoebe H, were also awesome!

We raised more that $2000 during the fair that we can spend on new books and resources for the library.

Thanks again for all your support for our wonderful library.

WE HAD A BOOK FAIR

Valerie Burgess, Library Officer

Medal Event Luke S Gold 1500m Gold 800m, Gold long jump Gold 200m hurdles Silver high jump Silver 400m Grace S Gold 60m hurdles Silver long jump Bronze 400m

Medal Event Minaki C Gold 200m Silver 400m Silver discus Bronze javelin Kaiani C Silver 200m Bronze 400m Poppi T Bronze 100m

BOOK FAIR

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P A G E 9

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BOOK CHARACTER DAY

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Open Night - Pizza Party

Raffle Tickets - Book Sale

Roebuck Primary School P&C are looking forward to seeing you all at the OPEN NIGHT tonight, Wednesday 19 September from 5pm-7pm.

Support your school and buy a slice of Pizza, Drink Cupcake or grab a Good Book to read over the holidays.

**IT WILL BE YOUR LAST CHANCE** to buy a ticket in our MAJOR RAFFLE.

Help us reach our fundraising goal!

RAFFLE DRAWN Friday 21 September.

Roebuck Primary School P&C kindly thank the following contributors and sponsors to our major raffle:

Pindan Printing

Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm

Blue Seas Resort

Broome Toyota

Life & Soul

Coco Beauty

F45 Broome

Results will be published in the Broome Advertiser on Thursday 27 September 2018.

P & C MEETING Our next P&C Meeting will be held on

Wednesday 17 October 2018 at 6.30pm

in the staffroom. All are welcome at attend.

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P & C NEWS PLEASE NOTE: The Department of Education requires us to differentiate between school organised, P&C organised and Community events

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VacSwim 2018

Pools and beaches are part of the Western Australian lifestyle, and we need to make sure our children are safe in the water.

Enrol your children now in VacSwim swimming lessons during the October and December/January school holidays.

To enrol online visit education.wa.edu.au/swimming

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COMMUNITY NEWS PLEASE NOTE: The Department of Education requires us to differentiate between school organised, P&C organised and Community events

KIMBERLEY REGION - MORNING SCHOOL ZONE TIME CHANGE

Following consultation with the Kimberley RoadWise Committee’s;

Police, Local Schools and the Education Department, the following

change to morning school zone time will come into effect in the

Kimberley Region from

MONDAY 8TH OCTOBER 2018.

Existing morning school zone time is 7.30am – 9am

NEW MORNING SCHOOL ZONE TIME WILL BE

7AM TO 8.30AM

This change has been implemented to improve the safety of children

arriving at school and reflect the early school start times in the

Kimberley Region.