PRINCIPAL’S REPORT Hi Families of Frankston SDS,

As term one draws to a close it is it is exciting to reflect on some of the great achievements we have already

made this year. The decision to formulate students Individual Learning Plans from mid-year to mid-year has been a

great initiative. Students have hit the ground running this term, following educational programs from teachers that

had time to get to know them and the level they are working at.

We are continuing to work on our assessment processes so we can better identify the level your child is working at.

Quality assessment enables teachers to set programs that best challenge students to learn new information and

maintain the knowledge they already have. It also provides us with reliable data we can report back to families

concerning their child’s learning.

Work on our building project continues at a steady rate. If you have visited the school recently you will have

observed the external walls of the building almost look complete. The buildings are now being fitted out internally

with some areas ready to be painted. I have been most impressed with the way our students have coped with

the noise and general disruption of the construction. We are eagerly awaiting our new learning spaces, a full

open playground and an environment free of the noise of diggers, drills and hammers!

Thank you to those families who are using the ‘app’ Tiqbiz to communicate with the school. If you have not done

so already I encourage you to download this app to your smart phone, device or PC. The feedback I have had

from families is that it is easy to use and far more reliable than previous modes of communication we have tried.

Communication is so important in any school but particularly between families and teachers in specialist schools.

We are trying to find the easiest most effective system that we can. There are occasions when written text is not

sufficient to communicate a complex message, in these times I would always recommend you call the teacher or

myself to express your concerns.

Next week I will be on camp with our younger middle students. We will be participating on a bike ride from

Beechworth to Bright. I always enjoy going on camps with the students. It is great to spend quality time with the

students and another reminder to me of why many years ago I chose this most rewarding career. I can’t wait! Kris

will still be at the school to work with you if needed.

Have a great weekend.

Scott Tucker

Principal

Principal : Scott Tucker Assistant Principal: Kris Baker

FRANKSTON SPECIAL DEVELOPMENTAL SCHOOL NEWSLETTER 24th March, 2017

Sassafras Dve, Frankston 3199 (P.O. BOX 7294) KARINGAL CENTRE 3199

Telephone: 9789 6844 Facsimile: 9776 5824

Email: frankston.sds@edumail.vic.gov.au

DATES TO REMEMBER

Friday 31st March Last Day Term 1 Early Dismissal 2.00pm

Tuesday 18th April First Day Term 2

Friday 21st April Easter Parade 11.10am

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO THE FOLLOWING STUDENTS 29th March Darcy 31st March Louise

3rd April Mitchell 5th April Charly

8th April Patrick 12th April Patrick

13th April Jayden 19th April Thyvia

21st April Milan

EASTER RAFFLE DONATIONS

Can you believe it is that time of the year again!

If every family could make a donation of an Easter Egg or Easter item to make our raffle a

success. Remember all funds raised for the school are used for our students at school.

An Easter gift from each family would give us over 100 items. Thanks to all those

who have contributed already.

The Easter raffle will be drawn next Wednesday

You have to be in it to win!!

COFFEE CLUB All Parents and Carers are welcome to come along to enjoy a cuppa, a chat and a

laugh with other parents and carers from FSDS.

Every Tuesday in the Conference Room 9.30—11.30am.

PARENT AND CARER RELAXATION Take some time out for yourself and come along to our weekly relaxation group to

help increase feelings of calm and inner peace and join us for a cuppa afterwards.

Every Friday in the Library from 9.30—10.30am. Please contact Patrycia if you

require more details.

OUR TIME!

A NEW play session for children with any disability or additional need to come along to and

have FUN with their parents/carers/siblings in a friendly environment.

Weekly on Fridays (term time) starting 3rd February.

Come along from 3.30pm.

Drop in for a coffee and chat while the kids play.

The Centre is open until 7pm and the cafe will be open!

It is not an exclusive session but on discussion with the Centre

Manager it is not usually a busy time.

Normal Playcentre charges and conditions will apply.

For further info leave a msg on Facebook group: Special Needs on the Mornington Peninsula

and beyond…... or

Email: info4ourtime@gmail.com or

Mobile: 0435845750

Sue Welsh

Mum of Julia

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