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- Crazy Hair Day
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- ADVANCE NOTICE - NAIDOC Week - Term 4
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It was wonderful to see everyone back on Tuesday, for a great start to Term 3 and the second half of the year. We had some staffing changes in the last few days of last term which occurred after our last newsletter.
We farewelled Mr. Nathan Adams (SSO) who was offered a full time contract at McLaren Vale Primary School and also, sadly, said goodbye to Mr. Kyal Bacon (SSO) who is stepping into the next stage of his career and studying a Bachelor Social Work at University. We wish them both every success for the future and know that their skills and professionalism will be appreciated by all those who are fortunate to work with them in the future.
We have also temporarily said good bye to Mr. Michael Sboro, who is acting in the Principal position at Noarlunga Downs Primary School. Michael had been acting as our Wellbeing Leader for the first half of the year and was a fantastic addition to the leadership team. Upon his return to Pimpala Primary School, he will resume his duties as our HPE teacher, with a busy schedule to complete the year. Mr. Henry Carey will continue in this role until then.
Mr. Richard Kemp will continue as a member of the leadership team for the remainder of the year as the acting Wellbeing Leader as our Deputy Principal Mrs. Belinda Finlay-Smith has returned from maternity leave. While this may seem like a lot of change, it is a positive reflection on our school culture that staff can move fluidly within the school in different positions, take responsibility and work cohesively as a team member. It is wonderful to be able to work as part of such a great team.
When have you worked as part of a team with someone amazing? What skills did they have that made the team so successful? If you have ever seen Pokemon, you would be familiar with the character Pikachu and his human companion Ash. Whenever Ash isn't around, Pikachu takes on a leadership position for the team. He is curious, smart, friendly, and very responsible.
We have a pair of Pokemon brand socks featuring Pikachu to give away to the first answer selected at random. Entries must be submitted by 9.30am this Friday July 31, 2020 to be considered for our lucky draw from the hat. You can email them to dl.1059.info@schools.sa.edu.au or drop them into the Administration Office.
Kind Regards
Penny Wilde
Principal
Three Way Interviews will be held in Week 2 of Term 3, 27th - 30th August.
Three Way Interviews are an opportunity to connect with staff face to face in an uninterrupted time. These meetings are a key component in developing a successful partnership between home and school; which is an important aspect of your child's academic and social development.
A main purpose of Three Way Interviews is the exchange of information with the teacher about your child's academic progress and social development. Students are encouraged to attend.
Bookings closed on Friday, 24th August so if you are unable to make a booking on the system, you are still able to have an Optional Three Way Interview, but you will need to book your appointment time through the Administration Office.
If you have any technical difficulties in making a booking, please also contact the Administration Office.
We have planned Principal Tours on the following dates:
- Monday, 3rd August, 2020 at 4:30pm
- Monday, 17th August, 2020 at 4:30pm
- Monday, 7th September, 2020 at 4:30pm
Please ring the school to book in for one of our tours on 8326 0900.
Please note: All Principal Tours are subject to change / cancellation due to COVID-19 restrictions.
Swimming for Year 3-5 students will be held in Week 5, 17 - 21 August. Notes will be sent home soon with final payment due by 12 August. The cost is $41.00.
Please note: All planned events are subject to change / cancellation due to COVID-19 restrictions.
We will be having a School Closure Day on Friday, 11th September, the day after the Sports Day / Colour Fun Run.
POSHC will be undertaking Training and Development for POSHC staff on that day and will NOT be available. Thank you for your understanding.
Please note: All planned events are subject to change / cancellation due to COVID-19 regulations.
How exciting! We are planning a joint Sports Day and Colour Fun Run all on the same day!
More information will be sent home as soon as it is available but in the mean time please put this date in your diary - Thursday, 10th September, 2020 - the day before the School Closure Day.
Please note: All planned events are subject to change / cancellation due to COVID-19 restrictions.
The SRC came up with a fun way to finish Term 2 - a Crazy Hair Day!
What a way to finish the term on Friday, 3rd July! There were many creative and innovative styles on the day so congratulations to everyone who participated and demonstrated their fun and possibly dark side for some. For those who weren't brave enough to don a different do, it was still fun to see what everyone else was doing.
Proceeds from the day of $291.80 have been donated to the charity Puddle Jumpers, a non profit, non government organisation who support vulnerable children and their families. While this money was gratefully received, we would like to see more people giving money to participate on future special event days.
We will celebrate Book Week, including a Book Week Parade in Week 2, Term 4.
(Book Week is usually celebrated in Term 3).
More information will be sent home later this term.
Please note: All planned events are subject to change / cancellation due to COVID-19 restrictions.
NAIDOC Week will be celebrated in Week 5, Term 4 instead of the usual time in late Term 2.
Please note: All planned events are subject to change / cancellation due to COVID-19 restrictions.
Here is the link for the Education Department's Year 7 to High School Information for Parents which you may find beneficial.
This covers topics including but not limited to:
- Benefits for your child
- How the move of Year 7 to high school will work
- Supporting your child starting Year 7 in high school
- Pilot schools
How long have you been at Pimpala and what is your role at the school?
Since 2011 (10 years)
Classroom Teacher – Years 4-7
Leadership – Wellbeing Coordinator & Deputy Principal
Did you always want to be a teacher/work with children? If not, what did you want to be?
Yes, but, I also wanted to be an architect.
If you could change or fix anything on the earth, what would it be and why?
Preserve forests & plant more trees.
What is your speciality in the kitchen?
Lasagne, Casserole, Weber… I am an awesome cook!
Where is your dream holiday destination & what would you like to do there?
Anywhere with waterslides & football (soccer – Portsmouth supporter)
If you hosted a dinner party, what 3 famous people would you invite & why?
Briggs (Funkoars & A B Originals), John Lennon (Beatles) & Zack de la Rocha (Rage Against the Machine)
I would listen as they discuss how to make people treat each other equally.
If you could have one superpower, what would it be & why?
Time travel. I’d love to witness amazing football matches & concerts.
What do you enjoy about living in Adelaide?
Hindmarsh Stadium, the home of Adelaide United.
Do you know of a song that describes your life?
Plans by Birds of Tokyo
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