28th March 2024
Dates to remember
Dates to remember – view live calendar on side panel of newsletter, website, or communication app.
Principal’s Report
Dear Parents and Community Members,
It has been a very busy and event filled end to the term.
Harmony Day
Our Harmony Day assembly in week 8 was an amazing showcase of the variety of cultures and languages spoken in the Ashdale Primary community. Thank you to the Italian and Performing Arts teaching teams who co-ordinated items for the assembly with students from Pre-primary to Year 6.
Your Move
Last Friday students and families participated in the National Walk/Ride2School day as part of the Your Move project run by the City of Wanneroo. We saw around 90 bikes using the bike racks with most of those students selecting to participate in the lunchtime slow bike race.
P&C events
Last Friday evening the Ashdale Primary community started Ashdale’s Science week with a Scitech fundraiser night. Students and families enjoyed exploring Scitech for the night including watching shows in the planetarium, enjoying a pizza dinner and buying treats from the cake stall. Thank you to the P&C that made this such a successful and enjoyable event.
Coming up next term on the 25th May the P&C is holding a Quiz night. More information will be coming next term.
Science Week
This week Ashdale Primary are celebrating Science week with the theme, “Species Survival – More than just sustainability”. Classes have also been making kites out of recycled materials as part of Ashdale’s 20 year celebration and we look forward to seeing these on display at Learning Journey later in the year.
Congratulations to Mrs Htoo and her Year 6 STEM students who came 4th at the Synergy Solar Car challenge held earlier this month.
Kind regards
Debbie Terry
Solar Car Challenge
This term, a group of year 6 STEM students went to St Mark's Anglican Community School to complete in the Synergy Schools Solar Car Challenge. They worked as a team to create a solar car and raced it against various other schools. They were successful in placing fourth. A huge congratulations to the Ashdale team that participated!
Science Week Conservation Crisis Game LA24
Species Survival
Set up your ecosystem by collecting the following species and blue tack then on your Ecosystem sheet.
4 worms 4 snails 3 bees 3 butterflies 3 moths 3 flowers 2 parrots 2 shore birds 2 trees 2 shrubs 2 frogs 1 owl 1 lizard 1 koala 1 possum
Flip a coin.
Heads choose a positive impact card.
Tails choose a negative impact card.
Read the scenario and carry out the instructions by either adding or removing species from your ecosystem.
In the card game record sheet record the details of the change in species due to the action on the card.
Science helps us understand ecosystems and unravel the genetic code of different species.
Technology creates tools for conservation.
Drones and artificial intelligence (AI) used to map habitats and count animal populations.
Engineering design solutions like wildlife corridors and living shorelines address habitat destruction.
Mathematics and data science help us predict and measure changes in species population numbers.
My New Gallery
Chaplain Chat
Here we are! At the end of Term 1, 2024.
It has been a pleasure seeing all the smiling faces during Recess and Lunch this term; the students playing and enjoying summer. I am often impressed by their resilience, seeing them running around and having fun on those hot days: Their boundless energy and determination to play, even when they too, are clearly feeling the heat. It is heartwarming to see!
I would like to wish our Ashdale community a wonderful Easter break and a refreshing holiday. I am looking forward to buzzling Term 2!
A local resource that I would like to make our community aware of:
CRC Care in Wangara
20 Uppill Place
Wangara
Fridays 9am - 11am
Tel : 92777172
Support offered: Food hampers, support and connection.
A beautiful quote for us in this season:
" Try to be a rainbow in somebody else's cloud."
by Maya Angelou
Legends
Office News
FLU VACCINATIONS
Due to the rise in health care costs and the government now offering free flu vac incentives, Redimed will not be offering the free flu vaccinations to schools in 2024.
Flu vaccinations for our community can be administered through chemists & doctors.
Influenza immunisation (health.wa.gov.au)
THE NEW AND IMPROVED CONNECT APP IS HERE!
The new and improved Connect Now app is now available! We listened to you and improved the app.
- We made it easier than ever to use, and you will now stay logged in until you log out.
- All your school info is now available in one single app, with quick access to notices, learning content, and calendar events.
- Check your children’s reports, notices from the school and upcoming events all from your mobile device.
The new features can be accessed by updating to the latest version of Connect Now or if, you don’t have it yet, download it from the Apple Store or Google Play Store.
SCHOOL VOLUNTARY CONTRIBUTIONS (including P & C Contribution)
Have you paid the voluntary contribution $60/student and P & C Levy $40/family?
We encourage payments via the Qkr! app – this is a very simple and quick process and alleviates the need for busy parents to come into the office or send money in with students.
Instructions on how to download the App are available on our website from the link below or see the Qkr! Tip article below.
- Remember to change the profile (year, LAs etc) for your children when first accessing Qkr! for the year
- Alternative payment methods (cash/eftpos/credit card) are available through the front office.
- Families may pay the Voluntary Contribution in instalments.
Student Update Forms
It is important that our school’s database is up to date with student’s current details. Families can update their child’s details held at the school by completing an online form on the Ashdale Primary School website. This is located under the home tab, or use the following link,
If you require any further information, please contact the school on 6207 4500 or email Ashdale.ps@education.wa.edu.au.
OSHClub News
Before and after school program
OSHClub is proud to run the ‘Adventure Program’ at their before and after school care services. The Adventure Program is an industry leading framework designed to nurture children’s potential through play.
The Adventure Program lets your child choose how they spend their time outside of the classroom with seven fun-filled categories packed with activities.
Kids can kick start their day at the 'Rise then Shine' morning program which offers energising activities and a nutritious breakfast to set kids up for a positive start to their school day.
Why not continue the fun after school at the 'Stay and Play' afternoon program where children can participate in fun activities, build close friendships and wind down after a busy day at school.
Whether they're getting active with 'Super Sports' or solving puzzles with 'Brain Boosters', OSHClub's adventures enable kids to do what they love and discover new interests!
Visit the OSHClub website to learn more about their before and after school care program.
Holiday program
Holiday HQ is the ultimate destination for kids looking for an unforgettable break from the school routine. From exciting outdoor escapades to creative workshops, cooking classes and interactive learning sessions – OSHClub's expert educators provide a dynamic blend of engaging activities and enriching experiences.
Holiday HQ promises that every child’s holiday is not just entertaining, but an opportunity for growth. Helping them to build new friendships, explore their interests, and return to school with unforgettable memories. With a different theme every day on top of incursions and excursions, no two days will be the same at Holiday HQ. Let your kids become the experts in fun at Holiday HQ!
More information about Holiday HQ is available on the OSHClub website
Learn about the Childcare Subsidy
Did you know that OSHClub’s Before School, After School and Holiday Programs are eligible for the Child Care Subsidy (CCS)?
Since 10 July 2023, childcare fees are cheaper for most families and more parents can access the CCS if your family earns under $530,000 per annum. On average OSHClub families get a 86%* rebate on eligible session fees.
*Based on Australian average household income and average session fee
CCS is eligible on both OSHClub incursions and excursions during Holiday Programs too.
Learn more about the Child Care Subsidy on OSHClub’s website.
Community News
John Forrest Secondary College - Specialist Cricket, Tennis & Netball Programs 2025
Saver Plus - Government funded financial support for families
Hillarys Yacht Club - Tackers Day
DoE SECURITY
Please help to keep our school safe! As part of our school community, we ask that if you see any unusual behaviour, evidence of theft or vandalism of our school outside of school hours, could you please contact school security on the number below.
Please do not approach any individuals, just contact security and they will investigate the situation or contact the Police. Working together will help protect our school.
9264 4771 (24-hour number) or 9264 4635
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