23 March 2018

Newsletter Articles

UPCOMING EVENTS

March/APRIL 2018

PAYMENTS DUE

PRINCIPAL’S NEWS

Harmony Day

This week the children at Aspley State School celebrated Harmony Day. Harmony Day gives us an opportunity to celebrate multi-culturalism based, on the successful integration of migrants, into our community. It is an opportunity for all Australians to embrace cultural diversity and to share what we have in common.

At Aspley State School families identify 54 cultural groups who are proudly represented in our community. On Monday, students were invited to dress in cultural dress and share their stories with their friends. With great pride, students paraded in their stunning costumes, whilst the student leaders displayed the flags from each country represented at our school.

Cultural diversity is one of our greatest strengths and is at the heart of the school. An integrated multicultural Australia is an integral part of our nation’s history and our bright future.

Students from Year 6 have worked with Artist Wendy to complete a bright welcome to the school in their art work, We all smile in the same language! It is wonderful to see the smiles on students and visitors to the school that this art work evokes as they enter the school office.

Water Fun Day

The students in Years 1-3 will enjoy a Water Fun Day on Tuesday 27th March 2018 to celebrate the conclusion of their swimming lessons.

The Water Fun Day will include water and land based activities including: freestyle relay, sponge relay, obstacle course and fill the bucket relay.

At the Water Fun Day students will be required to wear their swimmers, sun shirt, swimming cap and a hat. Students will also need to bring thongs (to wear just for this session) to protect their feet as they move from one activity area to another.

Students will be identified to join a group on this day, indicated by a letter /number written on their hand. This identification is vital to identify student groupings and indicates their water skill level which supports students to participate in activities at an appropriate proficiency. Parents are not to move children from their assigned group for this event. Parents are welcome to come along and watch the fun!

Water Fun Day Schedule -Tuesday 27th March 2018

Timetable

Year 1: 9.15am – 10.30am
Year 2: 10.45am – 12.15pm
Year 3: 12.30pm – 2.00pm

Staff Update

This term our school farewells Mrs Liz Abbey, 6DA, as she retires. Liz has been a dedicated teacher at our school for the last 22 years of her 26 year career! We are ever grateful to Mrs Abbey, for her strength to ensure that every child in her class succeeds. Mrs Abbey has a special warmth for the children and will be sadly missed.

We farewell Mrs Elaine Dooley, 6DA, as she takes leave with a view to retirement. Mrs Dooley is an excellent teacher who has served our school community for 14 years of her 31 years of service with the Department of Education. Mrs Dooley has been dedicated to support every student and has been a champion for Jump Rope for Heart, International Study Tour visits and the upper school leadership agenda. Mrs Dooley is looking forward to new travels and spending time with her family.

Mrs Katrina Mann-Darlington will take on the role of class teacher for Year 6DA. Mrs Mann-Darlington is currently at our school and has previously taught Year 5 in Semester 1 2017 and in the Student Support Team in Term 4 2017 and Term 1 2018.

Mrs Hope Francis is taking leave and will retire next semester. Mrs Francis has been the teacher-librarian at Aspley State School since 1989. Mrs Francis is the friendly face at the library assisting students to find that interesting book, facilitating research and mentoring the library monitors. Mrs Francis has organised the ICAS Competitions for students and has championed ICT and robotics at Aspley State School. Mrs Francis is an active learner herself and has volunteered to help a few hours a week in the library even after her retirement! Thankyou Mrs Francis!

Mrs Linda Hamilton will take up the role to manage the school resources and support teachers to cooperatively plan and deliver the Australian Curriculum in the library.

From Term Two, Mr Brendan Smith, Deputy Principal, will take up an opportunity to be the acting Head of School – Primary at Kawana Waters State College on the Sunshine Coast. Mr Smith has been an instrumental part of the fabric of the school during the last 5 years. We wish him every success as he leaves us to take up a new role as Principal. Mr Smith has been a dedicated school leader and has led the upper school students. Mr Smith has worked closely with teachers and parents, led the student leadership processes, and has been instrumental in BOOST, a high yield strategy for strengthening student literacy. A recruitment process is currently underway for an Acting Deputy Principal to temporarily fill the position behind Mr Smith.

A special assembly will be held on Monday 26th March to farewell these staff members. All parents and carers are welcome.

Cross Country – Postponed Due to Wet Weather

Due to the recent wet weather the school cross country event will now be held on Wednesday 28 March 2018.

Students from years P- 2 will enjoy their cross country race at school next Wednesday, after first lunch break, commencing at 12pm on the school oval.

Students from years 3-6 will come to school for roll marking and then walk with their class teacher to Ben Lomond Park. Students are to come prepared with their house coloured t-shirt, shorts, hat and water bottle. It would be appropriate to bring a small towel to sit on, as the grounds may still be damp. It is advisable that children bring a change of clothes (School uniform) in their bag as they may get wet from a potentially soggy cross country track. Parents / carers are invited to come along and cheer on the athletes!

Kaboom!

On 26th May 2018 all students (P-6 ) will have the opportunity to participate in the hands-on incursion Kaboom. Kaboom provides a demonstration of musical creation and students will participate in percussion as a form of creative expression. The cost for this incursion is $6.00 per student.

Early Years Playground Update

Aspley State School has been working towards re-establishing the early year’s playground located near Maundrell Terrace in the North-East section of the campus. The existing playground was significantly damaged by water in 2016 and in 2017 the cyclone forced the closure of the area due to the eroded soft fall and eroded footings of the playground.

The goal is to re-establish the area with a new playground and an outdoor learning environment, with preliminary work over the last eighteen months including:

Stage One: the removal of the health unit; the engagement of a landscape architect; and, the survey of the area. Significant works have also been completed on the campus to install overland drainage to mitigate the effects of the water flow in this area.

Stage Two has achieved: a playground design; an assessment from an arborist about the viability of an existing tree; and, the preparation of the tender for the landscape design work and earthworks.

Works to be completed in Stage Three will be: the site preparation works, including levelling the new play area; the installation of the new early years' playground and soft fall and, planting of the adjacent garden/s. (The project may include a shade sail if funding permits.)

Stage Four will be the future construction of outdoor seating and learning area utilising the existing sandstone blocks and additional landscape design work.

To date the school has expended approximately $31 000 and the Parents and Citizens Association has expended approx. $16 000. The P & C Association has generously committed another $40 000 to apply to stage three of the project in Semester 2 2018.

Aspley State School has submitted an application to the community Gambling Benefit Fund for $35 000 towards the cost of the playground. In the coming months we will be advised if this application is successful. These funds would greatly enable this worthy, long awaited project.

Aspley State School Open Day

Parents who are looking to enrol their children at Aspley State School for 2019 are invited to attend an Open Day at Aspley State School on Friday 20th April 2018. On this day prospective parents will meet at the hall at 9.00 am and enjoy a tour of the school with student leaders and the school leadership team. If you would like to attend this event please register your attendance by emailing: admin@aspleyss.eq.edu.au

Happy Easter

We wish all students a safe and happy holiday. We look forward to students returning to school on Tuesday 17th April 2018. Please note that Monday 16 April is a student free day and students do not attend school on this day. On this day staff will participate in professional development to support the school improvement agenda, to improve student writing through the use of an enhanced vocabulary.

Outdoor Water Holiday Fun

Easter is a great time for outdoor activities. If you’re taking a trip to one of South East Queensland’s dams, lakes or parks check out the Seqwater website for what recreation activities are on offer and tips on how to play it safe:

Creative Generation Voices

CGEN Voices finals will be held on Thursday 19 April at The Old Museum, Brisbane 2018. This year’s adjudicators include Australian Idol winner Casey Donovan. Tickets are now on sale, so to check out some of the best vocal talents from Queensland State Schools, visit their website at the link below.

DEPUTY PRINCIPALS NEWS

Easter Hat Parade

The Easter Hat Parade will be held next Thursday 29 March from 9am -1030am. It will be a wonderful morning for our Prep – Year 2 students and their families. The students have begun rehearsing and are very excited to perform for you.

Prep Enrolment for 2019

If you are a current family at the school or live in our catchment area, you are welcome to come to our School Office and collect an enrolment booklet to enrol your child in Prep 2019 if they are born between 1 July 2013 and 30 June 2014.

If you are new to the area, you are invited to our Open Day on 20 April at 9.00am at the Hall.

P-2 Fun Run

The P-2 Fun Run will be held on Wednesday 28 March on the School Oval at: 12 noon (Prep); 12.20pm (Year 1); 12.40pm (Year 2). Students are encouraged to wear their House coloured shirts, running shoes, sunscreen and a hat for this event.

Students in Prep and Year 1 will have 15 minutes to run as many laps as they can around the oval. A token will be given to them on completion of each lap. These tokens go into House coloured boxes and are added to whole school House points.

Year 2 will be involved in a Cross Country style race (1 Km) around the School oval and surrounding areas.

Year 5 Camp

Students from year 5 attended an action packed outdoor adventure camp at Tyalgum Ridge Retreat from Monday 19 March – Wednesday 21 March 2018.

The students and staff have returned from camp with many stories of their adventures, including the following Camp Review by Mia (5W):

Two buses filled with excited children travelled to Tyalgum Ridge Retreat. I was on Bus One and ready to learn new skills, develop confidence, make new friends and strengthen my leadership skills.

To develop confidence, we completed high ropes (which was amazing) and we went on a waterfall walk (which was super muddy and slippery.) To make new friends, we were in activity groups with people we do not normally play with. To learn leadership skills, we participated in group initiatives which involved many leadership games. We also learnt that getting other peoples’ ideas involved making everyone happy within the group.

The food at Tyalgum Ridge was great; all the delicious breakfast, lunch, dinners and desserts were superb. I also think everyone next time should slow up on orange cordial or everyone will need the toilet! The staff at Tyalgum Ridge were really fun, active and encouraging.

The best part of camp was….well….everything, I cannot decide. The scenery was the best: the grass was lush and green, the trees were growing tall and the smell of fresh air was beautiful. I think Year Five camp was the best by far!

A Camp cannot operate without dedicated staff who attend, leaving their own families behind in the interests of our students enjoying this opportunity to grow. We pay a significant debt of gratitude to the following staff members who attended Year 5 Camp 2018: Mrs Francis, Mrs Wright, Mr Schmidt, Mr Murphy and at very short notice, Mrs Hamilton, who attended in Mrs Vener’s place as she was unwell to attend. Your efforts are greatly appreciated!

Author Phil Kettle’s visit

The students from Year 2 – Year 5 enjoyed their session with Phil Kettle, author of Macy and Too Cool books. He has kindly donated some of his books to the school library. These books will be ready for borrowing soon.

What we said on Assembly

This week on Assembly we celebrated our cultural diversity. It was wonderful to see the children wearing their cultural attire for the morning.

We identified 54 different cultures that represent Aspley State School. The wall depicting our cultural diversity outside the office has a simple but effective message: We all smile in the same language. Let’s continue to foster harmony at our school by using our lovely smiles.

Prep play area:

Thank you to the Theidman family for their contribution to the dress up activity in the Prep Play Area.

ARC (Aspley Reading Club)

Please see below the dates for the Reading Club for Term 2.

Please keep reading in the holidays as the more you read the better you get.

Update from Mr Smith

As teachers, the expectations we have for our students is that they are lifelong learners – meaning that they are always open to opportunities to learn more about themselves, their abilities and their aspirations for the future.

As teachers, we have the same expectations for ourselves. We are lifelong learners.

An opportunity has arisen to take the next step in my professional learning as an aspirant Principal. I have accepted a temporary appointment as the Head of Campus – Primary at Kawana Waters State College on the Sunshine Coast, commencing in Term 2 for a period of 6 months with the possibility of extension.

I am, and will continue to be, a lifelong learner, and will take many fond memories, knowledge and experiences from Aspley into the new role.

Whilst sad that I am departing Aspley for now, I am immensely proud of this school - it’s students, staff, community, high achievement, its future direction and most of all, my part in its rich history.

To quote one of our Aspley graduation songs – “this is not goodbye, it’s ‘til we meet again”.

Mr Smith

Student Absences

NEW ABSENCE TEXT MESSAGE MOBILE NUMBER – 0427 286 794

With the introduction of ID Attend to help us streamline absence notifications for students, we now have a new mobile number that parents can send a text message to, so we are notified of upcoming absences.

Please put this number into your mobile phone as “Aspley SS ID Attend Absences” and send the school a text message for any absences (including future absences) with the following information:

Name of student
Class
Reason for absence (for example… sick, family reasons or holiday, etc)
Date of absence/s

This new text messaging line is the preferred method to notify the school of student absences.

The existing school absence line, email absence address and QParents are still functioning.

We appreciate your help with this matter to ensure all students are attending school and safe.

Curriculum News

Prep Puppet Show

On Tuesday the 6th of March Evergreen Children’s Theatre visited the preps at Aspley State School. The children went on a “journey” through the rainforest where they met a myriad of creatures, authentic in name, colour and behaviour. From Pademelons to scrub turkeys and many beautiful birds, the children learnt about these animals' lives and how our behaviour can impact on their habitat.

Thank you Kevin for once again presenting such an informative and mesmerising performance.

Harmony Day in 2S

Students in 2S embraced cultural diversity on Monday 19th March. It was fantastic to see the class engaging in this wonderful day. “We all smile in the same language”

St Patricks Day in 1N

Students in 1N designed and labelled traps to catch leprechauns for St Patricks Day. They wrote stories about who in their life is worth more than gold. They were not lucky enough to catch a leprechaun this time, however I do believe he might have left behind some gold coins in the traps!

Finance News

With the introduction of BPoint as the preferred method of payment for invoices, parents/carers will be receiving invoices via email. The information required for BPoint payments, and the link to make the payment, is found on the invoice.

If you receive a letter about an excursion or event for your child, please check your email for the invoice. If you choose to pay via direct deposit, advance payment, QParents or cash/cheque, you can ignore the invoice and pay by your chosen method.

If you have any questions in regards to the payment of school accounts, please email Amanda Troy, Business Manager at bsm@aspleyss.eq.edu.au

Sports News

Aspley State School would like to congratulate Luke M and Elaine C. Luke and Elaine recently participated at the Queensland swimming state championships, representing metropolitan north. Luke and Elaine did exceptionally well in their events and as a result both students have been selected to go to the school sport national swimming titles, representing Queensland. Luke will be competing in the 200 IM and Elaine will be competing in the 100m Breastroke. We wish them all the best as they continue on their journey to the Nationals!

Music News

Aspley Choral Program

Parents, caregivers and choralists, please take note of rehearsal days and times for the various choral ensembles below:

Education Queensland Metropolitan Choral Honours Music Program

Congratulations to our Year Six Senior Choralists Lucas, Ruby, Niamh, Charlotte and Emma R on their attendance at the Education Queensland Metropolitan Choral Honours Music Program held this week.

Mrs McIntyre is so very proud of these five young choralists who have participated in this three-day activity catering for advanced choral students. This camp gave the accepted students the honour of participating in one of two different choirs and the opportunity to work with renowned Choral Conductors as well as a range of other musicians and accompanists.

Below is a recount of the choralists experiences had at this amazing camp:

What an experience!

I have to admit, I started the week a bit nervous and sceptical of what the Metropolitan Choral Program would be like. However, I ended it feeling so lucky to have been chosen to take part in this Music Program.

The first 2 days were spent at the Birralee Centre where we learnt our new songs and also met our fellow choir members and teachers. There were several choirs, Boys, Girls and Combined. The songs for the combined choir were Nishta Banja (a song in another language); The Earth is in Trouble and Gloria. We were then put into groups of Soprano 2nd Soprano and Alto voice groups. These groups depended on what pitch we sung at. All the students who attended from Aspley State School were placed in the Soprano group.

The final day was spent at the Old Museum. This was such a blast. We rehearsed our songs, and worked out our stage positioning. We even learnt a bit about the old Museum and its history. That night we then performed the songs we had been taught that last 3 days in front of an audience of 300 people.

Thank you so much for allowing me to attend this program. It was definitely an experience I was grateful to attend and will remember for years to come.

By
Lucas Curley

CURRENT AND UPCOMING MUSICAL EVENTS - TERM ONE/TERM TWO 2018

INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC NEWS

2018 ASPLEY INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC TOUR – FRASER COAST

Instrumental Music students who participate in the Senior Concert Band and the Senior String Orchestra ONLY have received a parent information letter regarding the 2018 Aspley Instrumental Music Tour to the Fraser Coast in September 2018. This is our eighth Music Tour since 2003 and all have been highly successful, with students enjoying this exciting three-day tour immensely. Thank you to the families who have returned the expression of interest and the $100.00 deposit for this tour, this is greatly appreciated. We are asking that families return the expression of interest and deposit slip to the school office no later than Friday 11th May 2018. This Music Tour will be a tremendous experience for all involved and we look forward to your child participating in this exciting and unique event.

JUNIOR CONCERT BAND – Ms Jabs

Junior Band commences on Monday 23rd April at 7.50am in the hall on the stage with Ms Jabs. All 2018 beginners are involved in this compulsory activity. Students require a band folder that can be purchased from the Aspley Shop for $16.00. The Aspley Shop is open Monday morning from 8am and Thursday afternoon from 3.00pm.

EDUCATION QUEENSLAND METROPOLITIAN REGION NORTHSIDE JUNIOR STRING CAMP & JUNIOR BAND BLITZ

Ms Jerram and Ms Jabs have now distributed invitations to our young instrumentalists to attend the Education Queensland Metropolitan Region Northside Junior String Camp and Northside Junior Band Blitz. Please read the information below regarding these exciting camps and parents/caregivers please ensure that you read the parent information letter for the finer details of this camp. Medical/consent form and payment are required to be returned to the school office by Friday 27th April 2018.

Northside Junior Band Blitz – Woodwind/ Brass/ Percussion 2018 Beginner Instrumentalists

The Junior Band Blitz one-day workshop will bring together Instrumental Music students from a number of cluster schools to participate in intensive tuition from Instrumental Music Teachers, ensemble playing and at the conclusion of the workshop a free concert for parents. This event promises to be a wonderful opportunity for children to be involved in an intensive workshop with many students from the area. All Woodwind/ Brass/ Percussion students who commenced learning an instrument at the start of this year will attend the Northside Junior Band Blitz Workshop on Wednesday, 6th of June 2018 at Aspley State School. Please ensure that you return the medical/consent form to the school office accompanied with payment of $25.00 by Friday 27th April 2018.

Northside Junior String Camp

The Northside Junior String Camp will bring together Instrumental Music students from a number of cluster schools to participate in intensive tuition from Instrumental Music Teachers, ensemble playing and at the conclusion of the camp a free concert for parents/carers. This event promises to be a wonderful opportunity for your child to be involved in an intensive workshop with many students from the area.

The details for the camp are as follows:

Please ensure that you return the medical/consent form to the school office accompanied with the payment of $80.00 by Friday, 27 April 2018

INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC TIMETABLE

A reminder to students to ensure that you refer to your instrumental lesson times on the timetable that your instrumental music teacher has distributed to you for your weekly lessons and ensemble rehearsals. Please ensure that you arrive at your instrumental music lessons on time, ready to start music making with your instrumental music teacher. Please note the following changes/additions (outlined on your timetables) for the following dates:

1. Wednesday 28th March – Stage Band commences at lunch time with Ms Jabs.
2. Thursday 29th March – Please note that there will be NO lessons for string lesson groups F, G and H due to Ms Jerram attending a regional instrumental music meeting.

Kaboom Percussion Incursion

On Tuesday 29th May 2018 all Prep to Year Six students will be invited to attend the Kaboom Percussion Incursion to be held in the Aspley State School Hall through-out the school day. There will be three shows through-out the school day - a show for the P-2; 3/4 and finally a show for the Year 5/6 students.

The Kaboom Percussion incursion show is designed to inspire and amaze, showing the exciting possibilities of music through the fascinating world of percussion. Students and teachers alike will be captivated by Kaboom Percussions unique brand of music, combined with elements of magic, juggling, and comedy to create an unforgettable experience that students will rave about.

The Kaboom Percussion show is not something to just sit and watch - the audience is an integral part of this interactive performance! It features a wide range of traditional and found percussion instruments, with a focus on creating incredible music with simple and common instruments and objects, and demonstrates how easily students can make music with things in their own environment.

A parent information letter outlining the finer details of this exciting incursion will be distributed to all students early next term.

Happy Music Making to you all
The Aspley Music Department

Library News

IN CLASS:

This Term, Prep classes have been learning the Library Rules working on ‘Whole Body Listening’ and studying Author/Illustrator Pamela Allen.

Students have been looking at her illustration style and how she often likes to include a little joke in her stories. Finally, each student is voting for their favourite story and creating a group graph to show the results.

Year 1 have been also concentrating on their listening skills and comparing the illustration styles of different Illustrators. They have also been using the illustrations on the cover to predict who the characters are, what might happen in the story and where the story takes place. After the story we then look back to see how well we predicted the story events.

The classes in Year 1 have also been working on alphabetical order to first and second letter.

WHAT’S NEW

The Library staff and volunteers have been working hard this term to get out new Home Readers, for Year 2 classes. These should be available from the beginning of next term.

HOLIDAY BORROWING

At holiday time many teachers prefer students to not have books out from the library, I would encourage you to visit the local library during the holiday periods. There is often a variety of activities available at our local city council libraries, many of which are free. If you are not a member of the local library this would be a great time to join.

I have listed some of the local libraries and other free or ‘small charge’ activities below

Local Libraries:

Chermside (Hamilton Road Chermside)
Zillmere (Zillmere Road, Zillmere)
Bracken Ridge (Barrett and Bracken Street, Bracken Ridge)
Albany Creek (16 Ferguson Street Albany Creek)

Holiday Activities to do or places to go:

QAGOMA

Me, Myselfie and I

Queensland Museum always has interesting exhibitions. The school holiday activities are currently booked out, however “Meet the Mummies” is a ticketed exhibition showing till August.

Playgrounds, parks and Recreational areas:

There are some fabulous playgrounds in this city as well as Environmental areas worth a visit these include:

Kid Space Chermside (Murphy Road)
Hidden World (Roghan Road, Taigum)
Moora Park, Shorncliffe (down the hill near the pier)

Downfall Creek Bushland Centre
Boondall Wetlands Environment Centre

Hope Francis (Teacher-librarian)
Linda Hamilton (Teacher)

Sparrows Soccer

As the Sparrows players run on to the oval, it is evident the pure love each student has for the game, the joy they share in spending time with good friends and the pure fact that their fitness is tested within the 45 minute training session. Soccer is a favourite sport in our Aspley school community and a total of 75 boys and girls from Year 4-6 enjoy the early morning start each Thursday. For the program to be a success, we rely on the coaches and volunteers who happily attend each week with enthusiasm, passion and patience. There is no ‘I’ in team, but we sure are glad there is ‘u’ in our volunteers!

Finally, we would like to wish our Year 6 players, who will represent our school at The Eagles Challenge Cup at Aspley State High School on the 29th of March, all the very best. Play strong, encourage team work, show good sportsmanship and participate with our Sparrows motto in mind, “SWIFT. SPIRITED. SOCIAL.”

Student Council News

Lolly Bags

Students who had ordered lolly bags for the cross country/fun run will now recieve them on Wednesday the 28th of March at the conclusion of the cross country/fun run.

Entertainment Books

An advanced flyer is attached with details regarding the 2018- 2019 Brisbane Entertainment books. This is a student council fundraiser to help our year 6 cohort for the Canberra trip.

Easter Raffle

The student council has delicious Easter egg hampers that they will raffle. Tickets will be sold for $1 outside the tuckshop before school in week 9 and week 10 and will be available for sale on the parent teacher interview evenings. The raffle will be drawn at the Easter concert and the proceeds will go to support the year 6 Canberra trip.

Mad Hair Day

Thank you to everyone who participated in Mad Hair Day! It was wonderful to see all the wacky and interesting Mad Hair designs that students and their families created. Thank you for supporting such a worthy cause.

P&C News

Thank you thank you thank you to the families who have volunteered/donated. We are very grateful for your support and are looking forward to holding some great events for our Community.

If you do not have these forms, please download them from the school website.

If you lose these notes, you can find them HERE

UNIFORM SHOP NEWS - Uniform Shop Convenor Position:

Aspley State School P&C is looking for a Uniform Shop Convenor. The role is a paid casual/part-time (up to 8 hours) per week and includes running our Uniform Shop and managing some of administrative aspects of our business operations. Please see the position description, and forward your application to PandC@aspleyss.eq.edu.au

Applications close March 31st with short-listed candidates offered interviews within 2 weeks of the closing date.

TUCKSHOP NEWS – SPECIAL MEAL DEAL THURSDAY 29 MARCH – 1st BREAK ONLY

The Tuckshop will be closed on Thursday 29 March (so that Jane can do a stock-take and clean up before the holidays); however, we are excited to treat our students to a super special Easter Meal Deal.

Available to order via ENVELOPE ONLY – orders MUST be in by 12pm, Tuesday 27 March as we will be ordering milk especially for this offer, and we do not want any wastage.

WRITE YOUR CHILD’S NAME, CLASS AND DRINK CHOICE (Water, Juice, Milk) with PAYMENT in an envelope and return to the OFFICE by TUESDAY 12pm. Orders will be delivered to prep classrooms and children in Years 1 to 6 can collect their orders from the Tuckshop and choose their Sipaah Straw Flavour (if they have opted for Milk).

EASTER PARADE BAKE STALL

Students and staff are also invited to come and purchase a treat from the Easter Parade Bake Stall – from 8am.

P&C COMMUNI-TEA – THURSDAY 29th MARCH 2018

Speaking of the Tuckshop, its operations (opening days and menu) will be on the agenda at our P&C Communi-Tea, Thursday 29th March, 10.30am to 11.30am. We invite all members of our community who would like to give us feedback about the Tuckshop to attend, or email AspleyPC@gmail.com with your thoughts if you cannot make it. The Communi-Tea will also be an opportunity to ask any questions and help us plan our future. Meet in the OSHC Room (Camp Australia).

Please mark the Volunteer Form of your preferred days to attend a Communi-Tea and we’ll do our best to make/vary our meeting times throughout the year, so everyone has the opportunity to attend at least one meeting.

Term 2 SAVE THE DATES:

MOVIE UNDER THE STARS – FRIDAY April 20th 5.30pm to 9pm

• Keep your fingers crossed that the skies remain clear for this wonderful evening event. We need lots of help to ensure the success of this major event, so please volunteer now at http://signup.com/go/rpjiaZz
• Donations of Family blocks of chocolates and chocolate share packs (eg. Freddo Frogs, etc) gratefully appreciated.
• This is our big fundraiser for 2018 – Project Playground is underway, but more funds are needed to complete the upgrade. Your support is greatly appreciated – please invite your family, friends and neighbours.

We are very excited to announce the movie will be:

MOTHER’S DAY STALL: Thursday 10th May 8am – 2pm; Friday 11th May 8am-9am – Donations of small pots, jars and teacups gratefully appreciated. Thank you for your donations of plants and egg cartons. Help us serve on the day:

TERM 2 P&C COMMUNI-TEA: Friday 22nd June 1.30 to 2.30pm (to be confirmed)

EVENT REMINDERS & SIGN UP LINKS

EASTER PARADE BAKE STALL: Thursday 29 March Sign up to Donate baked goods or lend a hand on the day.

MOVIE UNDER THE STARS: Friday 20th April 2018 5.30pm to 9pm To make this night a success, we really need your support. Lots of little jobs that are easy and fun to do:

MOTHER’S DAY STALL: May 11th 8am to 2pm and Friday 12th May 7.45am to 9.30am. See the delight on our children’s faces as they choose something special. Dads and grand-dads are welcome!

TUCKSHOP VOLUNTEER SIGN UP ROSTER: Fridays are our busiest days. Just one parent per class = one shift per term. 8.30-10.30am.

UNIFORM SHOP VOLUNTEER SIGN UP ROSTER

Help is needed to sort stock and serve:

Be informed and be involved:

Check our P&C News Feed by downloading QSchools, or email AspleyPC@gmail.com, to receive a weekly update on upcoming events and news, or follow us on Facebook (you can view the posts on this page without having a Facebook account).

Camp Australia

COMMUNITY NEWS

Art at Aspley State School

Artist Wendy is running a holiday workshop and Term 2 art classes. To find out more please select the below attached information.

Robo Lego

Craigslea SHS Open Day 2018

Queens Baton Relay

Road closures and transport impacts

During the Queen’s Baton Relay road closures are required to ensure the safety of the baton bearers and spectators. To help residents plan ahead, Brisbane City Council has created an interactive map where residents can see the Queen’s Baton Relay route, road closures, transport impacts, as well as the community celebration events being held along the way.

For more information on the Queen’s Baton Relay in Brisbane, visit Council’s website.

Touch Rugby League

TOUCH RUGBY LEAGUE IS STARTING IN TERM 2 @ ASPLEY STATE SCHOOL!

Aspley State School TRL Team

Training: Every Wednesday 3:20pm-4:20pm during school terms
Commencing: Wednesday 18th March (Week 1 - Term 2)

About TRL Juniors!

TRL (Touch Rugby League) is a fun, non-contact sport for children aged 6-11. Our Coaches focus on teaching your students to kick, catch and pass to their teammates in a friendly, fun, team environment, with support every step of the way.

Why Play TRL?

TRL focuses on your students to deliver a fun, safe and professionally run sport which is accessible to all!

1. Non-Contact Rugby League
2. Emphasis on Fun
3. Drills and Games

Vipers Netball

Strathpine Markets

Every Saturday morning markets are held in Pine Rivers show grounds. Please see attached flyer for a special event that will be happening on Saturday 14th April.

Carseldine Markets

Krav Maga Self-Defence and Fitness Classes

Helping you succeed in life through self-defence and fitness training is our goal. To this end, from Monday 16 April 2018, we will be running a 9-week Krav Maga Course at the Aspley State School Hall.

Time: Monday 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Duration: 16 April to 11 June
Cost: $90

You may register through the following link:

Please have the full amount of $90 to pay before course commencement. Limited places are available, and participants will be placed on the course on a first-in, best-dressed policy. At this stage course participants are limited to persons 18 years old and up, but we do anticipate classes to include younger participants in the near future.

For further information, you may also wish to check out our website and Facebook page. We do welcome and appreciate your support.

Facebook: ValiantKravMaga

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