Dear Parents and Caregivers

It was a pleasure to be joined by Mrs Nikki Boyd MP, Assistant Minister for Local Government and Member for Pine Rivers as our school leaders were officially inducted into their respective roles yesterday. 

Whilst visiting the school, Mrs Boyd also officiated at the opening of our new senior playground.  This new playground was a commitment prior to the previous state election and is valued in excess of $100 000.  Our senior students are very grateful for the new addition to our ever changing school landscape. 

P&C AGM and General Meeting –Monday 14 March

The P&C Annual General Meeting will be held on Monday 14 March  at 6.30pm via Teams. This is a wonderful opportunity for our new families to become involved in our great school and be part of the decision making process. All are welcome to attend or to nominate for a position by contacting the secretary, Mia Gillies at secretary@dayboropandc.org.au

Facilities Update

I am pleased to advise that the accessibility ramps are progressing well with the majority of the major works now complete.  The section to the oval is at the approval stage and we are hoping that will be starting by the end of this month. It is hoped that some sections will be open very soon.

The next major project will commence this week.  The painters will commence the external preparation and painting of the school commencing with Blocks F and G ( Years 3-6).  This will be focussed on preparation in the first instance with scaffolding not moving in until the holiday break. The new colours will be Colorbond Surf Mist and Deep Ocean ( White and Blue type colours) . This will give a long awaited facelift to our school.

Our new school sign has also been ordered and we expect installation before the end of the term.

Our school says 'Bullying. No Way!' on the National Day of Action

On Friday 18 March, our school will be taking a stand together on the National Day of Action against Bullying and Violence. 

The National Day is an annual event for Australian schools where school communities across the nation stand as one against bullying and violence.
Dayboro State School is dedicated to creating safe and supportive school environments, free from bullying, harassment and violence.

Together, we can send clear messages to young people that bullying and violence, in or outside the classroom, are not okay at any time.

Our School is planning an “Orange Day” on Friday 18 March. We are inviting all our students and school community to wear something Orange to signify the importance of this day.

Garry Drummond

Principal

Dear Families and Friends

Representing your school with pride

Well this week we are back to normal (well , COVID Normal) operations which means we can begin planning excursions, attending community events and welcoming parents and visitors back to our school. It is important to remember that whenever we go to sporting events, instrumental/choir performances, camps or are just out and about in the community, our students are expected to represent their school with pride. This is an important part of being RESPECTFUL. This expectation can be shown in many different ways, from wearing the correct uniform to being considerate of others in the community. The feeling we get when someone outside of our school says, “Wow! Those Dayboro kids are really well-mannered” or “I am really impressed with their behaviour”, is really encouraging and something to be celebrated.

A few ways you can encourage your child to represent their school with pride is:

• ensuring they are wearing the correct uniform and it’s neat and tidy;
• discussing behaviours that are appropriate when out in the community;
• role-playing scenarios of interactions with others; and
• talking positively with your child about their school experiences and encouraging them to talk and think positively about their school.

Together, we can make a positive impact on the lives of your children and equip them with the skills to BE RESPONSIBLE, RESPECTFUL, POSITIVE, PROUD KINDTOLERANT citizens.

Please remember that children are expected to wait in the CSA before School between 8:15am until the bell goes at 8:40am. The children are supervised during this time. There should not be children playing on equipment or waiting outside classrooms before this time.

Parents are reminded that dropping and picking up children in the bus zone is not permitted. That area is extremely busy and congested with buses coming and going and it is an important safety issue. We do not want any of our children getting hurt. Thank you for keeping our children safe.

SWIMMING – Years 3 and 4.

Swimming is starting this week for Yr. 3 and 4 students at the Dayboro pool. Classes 3P, 3R, 4B  and 4H will be  swimming every Thursday and Friday from Week 7 until Week 10. The children are certainly looking forward to it.

Thank you parents for supporting this program and for making prompt payments and returning permission slips on time.

Thank you Mrs Ryan!

Our Vision: “To inspire students to reach their full potential in a safe, caring and educationally challenging environment.”

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

Would you like to help grow Dayboro State School and assist the school in providing the best resources and experiences possible for your children?

Then come along virtually to the P&C AGM: March 14th 6.30pm

All positions become vacant and will be re-elected for 2022. The positions are as follows:

President: Effective communicator with a business mind who can chair meetings, likes public engagements and is good at stakeholder liaison and coordinating lots of priorities.

Vice President: Can do attitude and someone who will step into the role of President as needed. Will work with stakeholders to gain grants and sponsorship and support the broader P&C committee.

Secretary & Facebook: Effective communicator who can take notes at meetings and distribute them in a timely manner, maintains communication on Facebook and assists with other P&C communications

Treasurer: Works with Xero Accounting System and enjoys paying bills and accounts on time, keeping accurate reports and providing financial insights for the P&C.

Uniform Shop Co-Ordinator: Managing the overall operation of the Uniform Shop and reporting back to the P&C Executive. 

Technology Support: Providing technical assistance for all things computers, technology and systems, including troubleshooting and advice

Project and Activities Team: Ideal to have 4 great communicators to co-ordinate all events and fundraisers. To look at other opportunities to support the P&C fundraising. Gain support through a regular volunteer roster.

Remember: A School P&C is as successful as the team behind it.

Is there one role that captured your eye, and you think could be for you? If you are interested in a committee position or would simply like to join the P&C, please contact P&C Secretary for forms and details: secretary@dayboropandc.org.au

FINANCIAL AUDITOR FOR 2022

The P&C is audited annually, and an Auditor will be selected at the Annual General Meeting on 14 March 2022. The P&C is seeking expressions of interest and/or quotes from interested parties to provide this service. For more information, please email P&C Treasurer: treasurer@dayboropandc.org.au

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

 There are several opportunities to volunteer for upcoming activities!  This year events and activities will only be locked in once enough volunteers are confirmed. If volunteer positions aren’t filled, the event will not proceed. We all know how much our children love the Stalls and other activities but only you can make it a possibility!

Click the links below for more details and to sign up. 

• Easter Raffle – Friday 25 March

• Mother’s Day Stall Prep – Wednesday 27 April

• Mother’s Day Stall – Wednesday 4 May

SENIOR SHIRTS

If you’re a Year 6 parent and haven’t already paid for your student Senior shirts, payments can be made by direct deposit

 Easter Raffle

Thanks,

Mareeta, President

Library

Last Thursday we celebrated World Book Day.  This year’s theme was “You are a Reader” and we hope that everyone had a chance to share a story with someone special.

Maker Space

We are currently in need of cardboard boxes for the maker space.  The boxes we are searching for need to be made from a cardboard thin enough for students to be able to cut – cereal boxes, muesli bar boxes, toothpaste tube boxes, etc are ideal.  All donations are happily accepted.  Please be aware that we are unable to accept donations of egg cartons due to egg allergies.

Have a great week!

Mrs Wilkinson and Mrs H.

Book Club

Brochures for Term 1 Book Club have been distributed to students and can also be viewed online.    In this issue you'll find award-winning books and bestsellers, as well as old and new favourites.  The books included in this issue span a wide range of children’s reading levels and interests with prices starting at just $3.  

It is easy to order. The Book Club LOOP platform for parents allows you to pay by credit card. Your child’s order is submitted directly to school and the books will be delivered to their class. You can place your child’s order at scholastic.com.au/loop or by using the LOOP app, which can be downloaded from the App Store or Google Play.  Alternatively, order forms with payment can be handed in at the school office.  All orders placed through Book Club help to earn free reading books for the school library.

Orders are due on the 18^th of March.

To Parents and Carers,

The school cross country carnival is racing up on Tuesday 22nd March. This year all yr 3-6 students will be running laps of a 1km course while the P-2 students will run a 500m course. The expected distances and program is as follows:

The boys will start their race. The girls will line up immediately after and as the boys begin to leave the oval the girls will start. As one age group begins racing the next age groups begins warming up.

These times are approximate. The day may run earlier or later than expected. Parents are welcome to attend but I urge you to arrive early to watch your child’s race, rather than risk missing it.

This year students age 9-12yrs will be offered the choice to either run the full 2-3km distance asked of their age or a single lap 1km Fun Run. The 2-3km distance will be timed, ribbons awarded and times may lead to attendance at the District Cross Country for 10-12yrs. The Fun Run will not be timed, there will be no ribbons but all runners will earn points for their house for participating and giving it a go.

On The Day

Family members and friends are welcome to come and cheer on their child/ren during their races. We ask that you respect social distancing requirements and use hand sanitiser.

• Students need to come to school prepared with:
• House shirt and shorts
• Appropriate footwear
• Sunscreen
• School sun safe hat (students do not have to run in their hats but they must wear them when not racing)
• Plenty of water and food.

Helpers

I will need parent helpers on the day to supervise a section of the course. I will rotate you around so that you do not miss any of the action. Please email me on cxmar5@eq.edu.au if you are willing to help.

School Chaplaincy – What is it?

Mentoring & Role Modelling

Part of the school chaplain’s job is to act as a role model for students. Chaplains assist them in the development of supportive relationships for, with and among students. According to the 2021 chaplaincy snapshot, this makes up around 14% of what a chaplain spends their time doing. This can be achieved by spending time with students in groups or one on one (with consent), often working through a program designed to help the students in this way. For example, the ‘Girls with Big Dreams’ program which was successfully run here at Dayboro State School in the past. School chaplains are available to everyone, but they are particularly invested in supporting individuals and groups who may be considered at-risk. Through early intervention programs and support, school chaplains increase the chances of these young people experiencing better life outcomes.

You can contact Chappy Rachael directly by sending an e-mail to rachael.woodrow@suchaplaincy.org.au if you have any further questions.

You can view the 2021 Chaplaincy Queensland Snapshot by following this link:

Good Afternoon Parents and Caregivers,

Our children have loved being able to get outside in between the rainfall, engaging in four corners, red rover, oz tag and sandpit play to name a few. Children have demonstrated increasing confidence in positive sportsmanship skills, communication and spatial awareness.

Congratulations again to Dakota for being selected as our senior co-ordinator and Hamish for our junior co-ordinator. Dakota and Hamish will be in these roles for the remainder of term 1.

Vacation care is fast approaching, keep your eyes peeled for our program outlining what fun we'll be getting up to.

If your child/ren will be absent from a session, please ensure they are marked absent on the iparent portal.

This is done under the bookings tab by selecting the date/session and clicking the red x on the right. Please see one of our educators for support if you are experiencing issues making or managing your bookings. Failure to notify us of absences in after school care means educators are having to search for children and a no-show fee may be applied to your account. A reminder that bookings with less than 24hrs will need to be made via contacting the service on 0459 991 697.

Looking to join in on the fun? Enrolling your child/ren is easy and there are no enrolment fees. Visit www.helpinghandsnetwork.com.au , click 'How to enrol’ on the right-hand side of the page, and follow the steps. When this is submitted, we will be in touch as soon as possible to support the finalisation of your enrolment and initial bookings.

If you have any issues, please contact Jenny or Katie at the service on 0459 991 697 or our customer accounts team on 1300 612 462.