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2 August 2012 Issue 21/40
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Dear Families
As you are aware, last Semester Woodroffe implemented the Australian Curriculum (AC) in English and Mathematics.
The Northern Territory Curriculum Framework (NTCF) which previously guided our English and Mathematics programs described outcomes over an 18 month period. Many of the outcomes were progressed and developed over several bands. This resulted in overlaps and therefore students in a class were assessed at various band levels. The Australian Curriculum standards describe what students are expected to be able to do for a particular year level. The students’ reports, A B C D or E
described what the students achieved within their year level, therefore the difference between the Australian Curriculum and the Northern Territory Curriculum Framework grades cannot be compared.
Further, Woodroffe cannot compare our previous data with the new Australian Curriculum data to track student learning and school improvement. These graphs will be our baseline data for the Australian Curriculum so we can track future whole school learning improvement.
I am pleased with our AC data, which reflects the hard work of both staff and students. There
is an expected distribution in Reading, Writing and Number. Mid-way through the year we already have a good number of students who have achieved an A or B standard. Woodroffe staff and students are working extremely hard to move grades to a higher level and for the students who have already achieved an A, to use their knowledge in many different contexts.
Teachers this week used a traffic light system to identify students at risk (red), students who are nearly there (amber), students who are achieving (green) and students who require extension. This is to provide extra support for student learning as
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Faith A2 Dahlia A1 Lachlan G3
Devontae P4 Kierra B1 Leah M2
Taqwaizya A2 Emily A3 Kawan M4
Leo M1 Tiahna B2 Braydn M1
Sophie M2 Kahla A1 Tayla G2
Amy M2 Nicholas A4 Amerie A2
Jaxon B3 Zachary A4 Chace B1
Rohnan M4 Ethan B2 Myabelle A4
Ethan B1 Kevin P5 Daniel G4
Memphis G2 Abbey A4 Cheyenne B4
Giselle G4 Ashley G2 Natasha G2
Izac M2 Benjamin B1 Kelvin G3
These students have achieved
100% attendance for Term 2
as well as to help differentiate the teaching instructions to challenge students at their level but within the required standard of the year level.
This semester we are adapting the C2C units to guide our teaching of the AC. I will explain this in next week’s newsletter.
A quick update, we are currently interviewing for a grounds-person to replace Mr Green who did a fantastic job but has now moved interstate.
This week at assembly we handed out attendance certificates. I repeatedly mention the importance of “every child, every day”. In this light I think it is worthwhile to give credit to those students who do come every day. This does not mean that I don’t value the children who only miss school when they are genuinely sick.
The “Woodroffe Way” Competition is now at the final stages of School Council endorsement of the winning slogan. At this stage it is planned to announce the winner at Monday’s assembly in week 4. There were some fantastic entries.
If you have any queries please don't hesitate to contact me. Sharon Reeves (PRINCIPAL)
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These students have achieved 100% attendance for Semester 1.
What a fantastic effort!
Jeremy M1 Lacey B1
Joeie P5 Jordan M1
Lucy A1 Kasey B2
Nicole M3 Jordyn A4
Archer A1 Nelson G3
Imogen M2 Kayla B4
Kieren M2 Oliver M2
Liam A4 Nyasha B4
Jagar B2 Flynn G4
Aaron M2 Jayden B1
Lara B1 Charlee G4
Jim A2 Christopher A1
Damien G3
Danyela G3
Michael B3
Conor A1
Sarah B2
Anitha M1
Bailey G3
Terrance P3
Ebony A4
Kaira B2
Jade M2
Justin B1
Shannan A3
Isis B3
Hussain A3
Kyle M1
Logapriya B3
Alyssa M4
Ayeisha M3
Jaymee A1
Jack A4
Kyle B4
Georgia B4
Congratulations!Congratulations!Congratulations!Congratulations!
Want a fun, free and different weekend activity for the kids?
The City of Palmerston has teamed up with Skateboarding Australia
to run free ‘Streetwise’ skateboard workshops at the Palmerston
Skate Park!
'Streetwise' is a targeted national grassroots development program designed to offer youth from all walks of
life the opportunity to become actively involved in skateboarding in Australia. ‘Streetwise’ provides youth in
all areas of Australia with the opportunity to be involved in skateboarding clinics conducted by some of
Australia's best skaters. The workshops are open to all ages and skill levels and boards and head gear is
provided.
The August workshops will be held at Palmerston Skate Park on Saturday the 11th from
9am until 2 pm.
To register for an event simply fill out a registration form (which are available at the front office) and bring it
along on the day. (Participants under 18 require parental permission and registrations can be lodged on the
day). For more information please contact [email protected] or call 8935
9986
THANK YOU
We now have a terrific blue frame to hold our new ukuleles courtesy of Mr Barry Kilgour, dad of Sam in Year 5/6. We would like to sincerely thank Mr Kilgour for his time and generosity in donating the materials and constructing the frame. This makes the use of our class set of instruments much easier for everyone. Yours in Music Suzie Jackson
CONGRATULATIONS
to Sophie Blake for being selected to play in the PARCS 12 years and under Touch Football Team at the School Sport Championships next month.
Flight Path Golf & Outdoor Recreation Centre
(Vanderlin Drive Berrimah NT 0828) YOUNG GUNS JUNIOR
GOLF CLUB
What: Young Guns Junior Golf Club coaching sessions Where: Flight Path Golf & Outdoor Recreation When: Each Wednesday (during school terms) 5pm - 6pm Cost: $100 per term (includes equipment, balls and coaching) For: Children between the ages of 5 and 15 years.
For more information please contact Lisa on 89471257
Early Early Early Early
ChildhoodChildhoodChildhoodChildhood
Noonan Transition
Jasmine Flynn
Scott Transition
Alexys-Rose Callum
Driver/Jolley Transition
Emily Domminic
Findlay Year 1/2
PJ Brooklyn
Winston Year 1/2
Shahni Tayla
Hicks Year 1/2
Cooper Nissa
Mortimore Year 2
Xavier Tia
Jenner (P2) Carlie
Upper PrimaryUpper PrimaryUpper PrimaryUpper Primary
A Stewart Year 3
Logan Kierra
Sapuppo/Shields Year 3/4
Ethan Kho Annette
R Stewart Year 3/4
Ashley Ben
Chilcott Year 4
Nyasha Bradyn
Bowen Year 5/6
Lizzie Josh
Steele Year 5/6
Alex Chloe
McCasker Year5/6
Lindsay Amy
Gillies Year 5/6
Manoli Chloe
Knyvett (P3) Alex
MERIT AWARDS
Dates To RememberDates To RememberDates To RememberDates To Remember
Monday 6th August Picnic Day PH Friday 10th August Last day to bring in Woolies Earn & Learn stickers 22nd - 24th August Year 5/6 Camp Friday 24th August Last day to bring in Coles Sports dockets Monday 27th August Spellathon Week
Coles Sports for Schools
As the official supermarket of the Australian Olympic team for the 2012 Olympic Games, we’re celebrating by giving you double vouchers until the 14th August. Which means you get 2 vouchers for every $10 you spend at any Coles, Bi-Lo or Pick ‘n’ Pay stores or at Coles Online.So double the amount of sporting equipment you can earn in the next 3 weeks! Also keep an eye out for bonus products throughout the store to get even more vouchers for your school!
So c'mon Woodroffe support your school and collect extra vouchers!
Well done Woodroffe! From March to July we have raised $275.30 so please continue to collect and bring into school your Paul’s milk bottle caps. We were also very lucky to win an extra $1000 in a bonus draw! Thank you Pauls Thanks also to Mrs. Winston for coordinating this.