29 October 2021

Newsletter Articles

ENJOY LOTS OF STUDENT REPORTS IN THIS EDITION OF THE NEWSLETTER

PROCEDURES FOR…..

DATE CLAIMERS

PARADE SCHEDULE FOR TERM 4

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR STUDENTS OF THE WEEK

ICAS RESULTS FOR ENGLISH AND MATHEMATICS

Students who participated in English ICAS tests achieved some pleasing results with 6 credits and 1 distinction. Students who partook were Bodhi, Oliver J, Jago, Ezra, Isla A, Finn J, Aaron and Rose.

The students who participated in Mathematics ICAS did well also with 2 credits and 1 distinction. These students were Bodhi, Oliver J, Jago, Ezra, Cash, Finn J, Lola, Riley A, Aaron and Kai. Congratulations to all these students who chose to sit these tests!

5MW FOYER DISPLAY

Our class has created some visual art pieces using soft pastels and PVA glue with oil pastels. The dragon’s eye and frog images have been used as inspiration for class writing.

5MW MAPLETON CAMP REPORTS

At camp, I learnt that I am seriously bad at canoeing. I made the canoe wobble a lot and forgot when to turn and crashed into the lily pads and a tree branch.

We went camping at Mapleton and slept in cabins. We had six people in each cabin and one cabin could hold twenty people, but instead had six people in it.

The food was delicious, much better than last year! They did the best pasta and eggs and bacon, butter chicken, sausages and mash.

The activities were fun, but I think that my favourite activity was the scenic scooters. We were in the middle of the town when it began pouring heavy rain and we found out that an electrical storm was coming, so we had to turn back. We all got soaked and half the camp was flooded. I also liked the giant swing, which I went all the way to the top on. It was scary but very fun.

• Ada

When I was at camp, I learned about the hand. The hand isn’t just any hand. It is the colourful hand. The colourful hand has a special message on each finger.

On the thumb it says – ‘Be an encourager.’ This means to encourage your team. One way to be an encourager is to comfort your friends/teammates when they feel like they are scared or uncomfortable.

On the pointer finger, it said – ‘Be humble’. To be humble means to keep quiet about your victory and to not boast or brag. When I was doing the rock climbing, one of the instructors told us to be humble.

• Sumi

JAPANESE COOKING EXPERIENCE

During Term 3 a class vs class competition took place in Japanese between grade 5 and grade 6. 6JA was victorious and earned a Japanese Cooking Experience. Students had a hands-on experience learning how to make Japanese Curry. Students also practiced Japanese eating etiquette which they had learnt about in term 3, before digging into their curry. Both a vegetarian and chicken option was available for the students with the fresh produce donated from Erbacher’s Fruit and Veg Shop. The competition is now on for Term 4, with a bonus cooking experience being offered for the hardest workers, best listeners and best helpers. Who will be victorious this term?

5NR REPORT FROM CAMP

Year 5 had a fantastic time away at camp completing some team building activities. The students worked well together to problem solve and work as a team.

Gemma from 5NR said "Camp was an amazing experience! When we arrived, we were taken to the Aboriginal area and had welcome to country. We talked about respecting the land we were on at Mapleton and the people who originally lived there before us. The giant swing was amazing as it was in the forest and when you let go could take a peek at the amazing view."

Jasmine from 5NR loved camp and thought that it was so much fun. There were many awesome activities, and the food was delicious. My favourite thing was the canoeing when we got caught in a storm. I really enjoyed the rock climbing and the scootering into town.

Layla from 5NR loved the giant swing because it helped her to overcome her fear of heights and it was so much fun.

Isabel from 5NR enjoyed the big swing on the last day. It was my favourite because I was very scared, but Tracey one of the instructors helped me to overcome my fears. The big swing was very fun.

Overall, the students had an amazing experience at camp and many of the students overcame many challenges. All teachers on camp were very impressed with the students.

CAMP REPORT BY MOLLY FROM 6JA

In week two of term four year 6 headed off on their annual camp at Tallebudgera. It was an amazing week of finding our true inner hero. We participated in a number of fun and exciting activities that led us through our journey of finding out if we were a Guardian, warrior, Champion or Mastermind hero.

There were many activities to fill our days, these included tubing, toboggining, kayaking and the escape room. Even though the weather was unkind the camp staff and guides made it an unforgettable experience for all of us. Overall it was a fantastic camp and many great memories were made.

• Molly W

6CL CAMP REPORT

Despite the weather, Year 6 camp was a fabulous success as the students problem solved and gained independence. From trying new food to navigating the tree top challenge, many students found their inner hero to persevere and accomplish things they didn’t think possible. These new-found skills will most certainly help them as they make the transition to high school.

CAMP AUSTRALIA

CHAPPY CHAT

Shoe boxes everywhere!

Being kind by giving to others is always a wonderful experience felt more by the giver than the receiver, I believe.

This week, there were little elves in the library in break times. They were using their decorating skills on shoe boxes that they hope will be full, to overflowing, once they get into the classrooms next week.

This year we are doing just one box per classroom. This means that each child is invited to give something special to another child they will never meet! The challenge is: "Will you be able to let go of something that you really, really like in order to make Christmas a little happier for a child overseas who doesn't have any toys at all?"

Being prepared to experience those few minutes of sadness or regret at letting your toy travel to the other side of the world in a very nicely decorated box, so it can bring joy to another face, is certainly the sign of a caring, thoughtful and kind person!

I am looking forward to seeing what you will put in your classroom the box!

Chappy Paulette

POMONA MEALS ON WHEELS NEEDS YOU!

If you enjoy working as part of a happy team of volunteers, we need to fill the following positions:

• Dessert cook (recipes provided)
• Kitchen hand
• Dishwasher or washer of dishes
• Office admin (once weekly)

All training is provided. Come and join a worthwhile service, make new friends and enjoy morning tea.

3-4 hour shifts are available on Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings.

The MOW facility is located at the rear of the Pomona Hall in Reserve Street (opposite the Fire Station).

Phone 5485 1777. Office hours: Mon/Wed/Fri 8 am to 12 noon.

BARK IN THE PARK

LANDCARE NEED YOUR BOXES, NEWSPAPERS AND PAPER CARRY-BAGS

We love to reduce, reuse and recycle all that we can. In the lead up to Xmas and with all this great rain around, we are currently short of boxes.

Please drop your clean 6-pack carriers, small boxes, newspaper and paper carry-bags in to the Hinterhub when you next check out our awesome range of plants and sustainable gifts!! For more information please email office@noosalandcare.org