Dear YSS community,

Over the last two weeks Tracy, Stef and I have been talking to students in class about how they use they use their learning walls to support their next steps to learning. Learning walls include co-constructed examples and non-examples, the marking guide (how they will be assessed), and co-constructed and student generated work. We have been very impressed by how students have articulated the clarity in where they are at in their learning and what they need to do to improve their learning. We are very proud of the high-quality teaching and learning in our classrooms.

Leveraging Digital

As you are aware, Yeronga State School works with the mental model that ‘We are connected, curious, community minded learners and citizens who make a positive difference to our world’. As part of the ‘connected’ component, our Annual Implementation Plan breaks this down to describe how we will achieve this, through pedagogical partnerships and leveraging digital.  As all staff at YSS have high expectations for our students, we continue to develop our own capability in digital platforms and using technology to enhance student learning. The P&C, at our most recent meeting, endorsed the new iPad Hire Equipment Scheme, which will commence from next year with our Year 4 cohort in 2024.  Our Year 4 cohort in 2024 will use these iPads all the way through to Year 6.  More information will be communicated in Term 4, including the 2024 booklist ordering process.

Bullying. No Way!

On Monday 28 August, 12:00pm in the hall, our Wellbeing Legacy Committee will host a special assembly to raise awareness for ‘Bullying. No Way!’ Students are strongly encouraged to wear orange on Monday. Parents and carers and invited to attend. Parent/carer resources are located here.

Bullying No Way! Day is Australia’s key bullying prevention initiative for schools, encouraging whole-school communities to work together to implement evidence-informed positive and proactive solutions to prevent and address bullying.

This day is an opportunity to create a shared understanding of what is bullying, and show support to students who may be experiencing bullying.

The NDA theme for 2023 is 'growing connections'. This theme supports research findings that strong school community connections and social skills are protective factors in the prevention of bullying and help enable positive, help-seeking behaviours in students.

Staff celebrations

This week we celebrated our Speech Language Pathologist Nina W, for the work she does with our students in developing expressive and receptive language. We thank Nina for her tremendous support and value add to an already expert teaching team at YSS.

Next week, we celebrate our teacher aides. Our YSS teacher aides go above and beyond to support student learning and wellbeing and we thank them for their hard work and dedication to our school community. We recognise their contributions in not only what they do, but how they do it – a student centred approach to get the very best from our students. On behalf of YSS, I thank our teacher aides.

PJ Day

On Tuesday, the Student Council held a PJ Day. What fun!! The day was enjoyed by staff and students alike. We raised $512 towards our school and will use these funds towards the end of year celebration day in the last week of term 4.  Well done Student Councillors, and thank you to the school community!

Australia’s Biggest Child Safety Lesson

Continuing on from the recent Daniel Morcombe Child Safety Talk, students in prep to year 6 will participate in Australia’s Biggest Child Safety Lesson which is live streamed to classrooms all across Australia on 5^th September.  Each class can tune into the important safety messages aimed at junior primary and upper primary.  More information will come outlining the key messages in the safety lessons.

Calling for your Local Community Feedback

Local Councillor Nicole Johnston from the Tennyson Ward has reached out to our school community for feedback on a local park development. Nicole is conducting a short online survey about a park upgrade in Yeronga. Jacaranda Park is located on the corner of the Brisbane Cso and Ormuz Rd in Yeronga West.

Councillor Nicole Johnston values our community and student feedback and is asking for our opinions.  Students will have an opportunity to contribute ideas in class, and you might like to contribute your family ideas too!

The results are only used by Nicole Johnston’s office for the purpose of park planning and the data is not shared with anyone else. You can access the survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/GMJMGZ9

Book Week Parade

Thank you to all the Prep – Yr 4 parents that attended the Book Week Parade this morning – our children and our teaching team all looked amazing.  There were many characters – Cat in the Hat, Harry Potter characters, Alice in Wonderland, the Titanic (which nearly struck an iceberg on their walk around), Slinky Malinki, Thelma the Unicorn, Curious George and the man in the yellow hat and so many more….

A joyous morning was had by all!!

Sustainability Fundraiser Success

A huge thank you to the Yeronga students, parents, carers and staff who supported the recent Sustainability fundraiser by wearing green and blue for our Planet Earth. It was a successful event and monies raised will be used  by the Sustainability Legacy Committee to support the creation of a kitchen garden.

Running Club

Running club has resumed and will continue until the end of the year unless the weather makes it impossible to run safely or public health restrictions return. Sessions will be held on Tuesdays, from 3:15 to 3:45 and Wednesdays from 7:45 to 8:15 with Mr Bateman. Mr Sutherland is now holding his sessions on Fridays from 7:45 to 8:15. Remember that all of these sessions will occur on the main, or years 3-6, oval.

Regional Athletics

Congratulations to those who have qualified to compete at Regionals for the District Team. Your names and events qualified are displayed below. Good luck to all of You

Please do not forget to complete your forms ready for submission on your first day of competition.

Ball Games

This important school event will occur on the 11^th of September. Please do come along to enjoy the colour, creativity and sporting prowess on show during our only class based sporting event. I’ve included the program below for your convenience.

Ball Games Program

9:00: Prep to Year 2

Year Two Mixed Heat One & Two

Under Over Ball, Tunnel Ball & Take & Put

Year One Mixed Heat One & Two

Under Over Ball, Tunnel Ball & Take & Put

Year Two Mixed Heat Three

Under Over Ball, Tunnel Ball & Take & Put

Year One Mixed Heat Three

Under Over Ball, Tunnel Ball & Take & Put

All Prep Mixed Heat (Approximately 10:30)

Under Over Ball, Tunnel Ball & Take & Put

Years 5 & 6: 11:45

Year 5 Mixed Heat One & Two

Tunnel Ball, Leader Ball & Captain Ball

Year 6 Mixed Heat One & Two

Tunnel Ball, Leader Ball & Captain Ball

Year 5 Mixed Heat Three

Tunnel Ball, Leader Ball & Captain Ball

Year 6 Mixed Heat Three

Tunnel Ball, Leader Ball & Captain Ball

Years 3 & 4: 1:45

Year 3 Mixed Heat One & Two

Tunnel Ball, Leader Ball & Captain Ball

Year 4 Mixed Heat One & Two

Tunnel Ball, Leader Ball & Captain Ball

Year 3 Mixed Heat Three

Tunnel Ball, Leader Ball & Captain Ball

Year 4 Mixed Heat Three

Tunnel Ball, Leader Ball & Captain Ball

Football Goals

Please remember, that although these goals are metal, they are not built to be climbed upon. Please do not climb on them as you will be endangering yourself, damaging the goals and be the unhappy recipient of a white slip.

Representative Sport Dates Release (Important)

The trial dates for term one of 2023 are listed below.

Yeronga State School (YSS) District Trial Selection Policy (Years 4 to 6)

The representative pathway for school sport is for children from 10 to 12 years of age. Yeronga is part of a very strong district which consists of 28 schools from Yeronga State School to the Calamvale area. In contact and skill team sports those aged 11 and 12 need to possess the advantages of size and speed, as well as skill on most occasions.  Selectors will choose those with the skill and the resilience to compete at a higher level. Remember that selectors give up their time for these trials meaning that it is important for us to send only those ready to compete at a higher level. Very seldom is it appropriate to send students for experience. An indicator of readiness for participation at a higher level would be being among the best 3 or 4 players in most games for your club under 12 teams.

In order to be selected to attend a District Trial children should make themselves known to me (Mr Bateman) for either a selection trial with the appropriate teacher or so that they may be given the appropriate forms. Remember that children must give at least two weeks notice that they wish to attend a district trial to allow for a school selection trial to be held in the event of a great deal of interest being shown in a particular sport.

Rebel Sport Community Givebacks

Just a quick note to publicise our involvement with this scheme and how it works. For some time now Yeronga State School has been part of the above mentioned scheme. The scheme gives the school credit for purchases of equipment at Rebel as anyone who purchases equipment and nominates Yeronga State School as the recipient of Community Kickbacks. I am purchasing Footballs and Netballs with this credit this term. It is an easy way to contribute resources to our school especially if you enjoy spending time and money in sports stores like myself. Thanks to all of those who purchased at Rebel over the break. We have a very useful amount for equipment.

Important Sporting Dates Term 3, 2023

29 & 30 August – Regional Athletics

11 September – YSS Ball Games Day

What do you do to feel better? It’s so important to be aware of our feelings and how they can have a major impact on our day. Our emotional reactions can feed into and determine our mood, behaviour, and interactions with others. Our emotions can rage uncontrollably and cause our bodies to do some crazy things. However, if we are aware of how we are feeling, we can be proactive in helping ourselves to manage and control our reactions and behaviour.

A good practice is to have self-awareness in knowing how you respond emotionally, and then understanding what things you can do to help yourself feel calm, relaxed and happier. I suggest that you have all sorts of activities in mind that you can consciously decide to do to help yourself. Sometimes it is necessary to do something immediately to calm down in the moment, rather than waiting for the weekend or a holiday. If you are in a stressful job or facing difficult situations, it could be helpful to implement daily habits towards keeping calm and relaxed. Just simple activities are the best, and include gentle, calming techniques of deep breathing, mindfulness, or meditation, as well as active approaches such as sport and being out in nature.

So what do I do to calm down and feel better? I go for a walk, have a cup of tea, bake some cookies, call a friend, pray, listen to some music, play with the dog, read a book, watch a movie. What would be on your go-to list?

Blessings, Chappy Jenny

Email – jennifer.bennett@suchaplaincy.org.au

Facebook and Instagram – Community_Chaplain

YSS FAMILY BUSH DANCE

Sat 9^th September 5-8pm 

BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW – YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS OUT ON THE FUN!

https://events.humanitix.com/yssbushdance2023

If you can volunteer on the night please sign up here: https://signup.com/go/SzUcyky

Beefa’s Bush Band will be playing the tunes and calling all dances while you can fill up on delicious food from SoCal Tacos, sweet and savoury crepes from J’adore les Crepes and yummy Vietnamese street food from Rolls Pho Mi! The bar will be open or grab a sausage for the kids! So please join us for HEAPS of FUN!

The P and C are excited to offer pre-ordered cheese Platters for the upcoming Bush Dance to have with your Wine or Beer from the Bar. Pre order your cheese plates via Flexischools (swipe left from the Father’s Day Stall Promo). A delicious cheese plate with a wedge of Kingfisher Brie and King Island cheddar, homemade relish, hummus, fruit, chocolate and a variety of crackers. Share Platter $20 (for 2p) or a Solo Platter $12.

THANK YOU Darren!

A HUGE thank you to the 2023 Yeronga State School Bush Dance sponsor Darren Cosgrove from Place Real Estate “Helping people find their Happy Place”.

Thank you Richard!

Father’s Day Stall is THIS WEEK on Thursday 31^st Aug

Make sure to send in $3 for your child to purchase a gift!

KEEP THOSE gift donations coming in (up to $5 value) to your child's classroom. Or hop on to Flexischools if you would like to add a monetary donation.

Volunteer days to help wrap gifts – LOCATION - we will be in the classroom next to 4/5 W’s classroom - the oval end of C Block -the classroom at the top of the stairs next to the bridge from the old admin building.

HELP WRAP GIFTS

Tues 29^th Aug 9-11am

STALL HELPERS

Thurs 31^st Aug 8am – 2pm (As little or as long as you would like)

Thank you for volunteering your time. We could not put on these events without the tireless efforts, energy and passion of our parent and carer community. We are always grateful when the school community steps up to offer their valuable time to assist and contribute to P and C and school events.

Uniform Shop

The UNIFORM SHOP is doing a ‘Swimming Summer Special’ so grab your swim cap and bag while stocks last. Order on Flexischools (Find in the Bags/other section) and we can deliver to the classroom!

Swimming bag $12

Swimming Cap in house colour $9

COMBO $15

Or come visit Anthea in the Uniform Shop

Open: Monday’s 8:30am - 9:30am and

Thursdays 2:30pm - 3:30pm