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PRINCIPAL’S REPORT
Hello Swan Reach,
Welcome to term 2. After the disruption to routines due to COVID-19 last term, SRAS staff and students have quickly returned to re-engage with teaching and learning routines. Approximately 50% of staff and 40% of students have tested positive to COVID to-date. This is good news for these members but we are mindful to keep up with safe hygiene practices for school and community members who haven’t yet had it – COVID isn’t going away!. So, whilst community restrictions with masks have eased, masks are still required for ALL adults (unless exempt), when on-site and indoors. Mask requirements are in place for the first 4 weeks during which the department will review with SA Health and then advise sites of any changes after this period.
All school programs are operational including:
- Occasional Care
- Playgroup
- Parent Child Mother Goose
- Library
We look forward to returning to successful teaching and learning cycles with a continued focus on ‘growth for every child in every classroom.’ Our teamwork with you and our students is critical in ensuring this ideal goal becomes a reality for our children. The Independent Learning Plans (ILP) we collaborated on this week and will continue doing throughout the year, are a vital cog in this joint endeavour.
Kind regards
Mr John Robertson
WELCOME
SRAS welcomes back Mr Peter Jesser along with hands-on music and Arts education he facilitates so well across the Primary and Secondary years. SRAS thanks Mrs Di Roberson for providing engaging art lessons for the 7-10s during term 1.
SRAS also welcomes into our preschool, Lakyn and his family, adding more social interaction opportunities, fun, learning and laughter in our ELC.
FAREWELL
Wishing Kai Gribble the utmost of success with his new learning and living, adventures and challenges, at Aberfoyle Park. We also wish Felicity Donald the very best as she re-engages with Murray Bridge High School to continue her learning journey.
NAPLAN 2020
This year’s NAPLAN testing is being conducted this week. Results are likely to be available to families in term 3.
RERTURNING TO SCHOOL ROUTINES
Returning to routines after holidays can be challenging, however many students are returning to class after an extended and necessary break making this need even more important. The following tips are a condensed copy from the website http://education.abc.net.au/newsandarticles/blog/-/b/2736073/5-back-to-school-preparation-tips-for-parents-
- Encourage kids to set goals and take responsibility
Encouraging children to set goals and take responsibility for the upcoming school year is a great way to get in them in the right frame of mind. Research shows that kids who participate in setting learning goals are consistently more motivated and take learning more seriously.
- Engage with their curriculum
If you want to help your child set appropriate learning goals, it’s important to engage with their curriculum and be aware of what they will be learning and are expected to be proficient in. Most kids deal with some level of stress or anxiety about school. One survey found that 53 per cent of parents cite homework and schoolwork as the greatest driver of stress in their kids. But when parents are aware of what their kids will be learning, they’re better able to provide support and manage stress before school starts again.
- Ease into the routine
During the holidays, schedules are usually more relaxed and kids get used to going to bed and waking up later, which is one of the things that can make the first few days of school difficult. Kids are very sensitive to routines. If getting to sleep on time is a problem after too many late nights, you can try enforcing a No Electronics rule an hour before bedtime so everyone can wind down. Older kids can also use an alarm clock to take responsibility for their own mornings and evenings.
- Get organised
The more organised you are the easier your first back-to-school mornings will be, so take the time to plan your morning routine in advance. This may include figuring out what time you need to get up, what you’ll prepare for breakfast and laying out some outfits the night before.
- Have fun with it
School days may not be as exciting as holidays, but that doesn’t mean it has to be a sombre or boring time. Look for ways to keep things fun, whether it’s upholding family traditions, such as family breakfast and reading or watching a TV series together, or looking for extracurricular activities the kids will enjoy, such as swimming, football or music and art.
STUDENT HEALTH
With winter approaching and known increases in flu cases and other infectious conditions, it is timely to share information to keep our entire community as healthy as possible. The spread of certain infectious diseases can be reduced by excluding a person, known to be infectious, from contact with others who are at risk of catching the infection.
The following are some of the recommended minimum periods of exclusion from school, preschool and childcare centres for cases of, and contact with, infectious diseases, based on guidelines issued by the National Health and Medical Research Council (opens in a new window) in December 2005 and the online Australian Immunisation Handbook (opens in a new window). For the full list visit the following URL address. https://www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/wps/wcm/connect/public+content/sa+health+internet/health+topics/health+conditions+prevention+and+treatment/infectious+diseases/exclusion+from+childcare+preschool+school+and+work
Disease or condition |
Exclusion of case |
Exclusion of contacts |
Chickenpox |
Exclude until all blisters have dried (usually 5 days) |
Any child with an immune deficiency (for example, leukaemia) or receiving chemotherapy should be excluded for their own protection. Otherwise not excluded. |
Cold sores (herpes simplex type 1, fever blisters) |
Young children and others unable to comply with good hygiene practices should be excluded while lesion is weeping. Lesions should be covered by a dressing where possible. |
Not excluded |
Exclusion is not necessary, but a person with a cold should stay home until he or she feels well. |
Not excluded |
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Exclude until discharge from eyes has stopped (unless a doctor has diagnosed non-infectious conjunctivitis). |
Not excluded |
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Diarrhoea (no organism identified) |
Exclude until no diarrhoea for 24 hours. |
Not excluded |
Exclude until appropriate treatment has commenced. |
Not excluded |
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Influenza and influenza-like illnesses |
Exclude until well |
Not excluded |
Exclude until 4 days after the onset of the rash. |
Immunised and immune contacts are not excluded. Non-immunised contacts are excluded from childcare until 14 days after rash onset in the last case in the facility, unless given vaccine (within 72 hours of first exposure) or Normal Human Immunoglobulin (within 144 hours of first exposure). All immune suppressed children should be excluded until 14 days after rash onset in the last case in the facility. |
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Exclude for 5 days after onset of swelling. |
Not excluded |
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Exclude until the day after appropriate treatment has commenced. |
Not excluded |
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Exclude until fully recovered or for at least 4 days after the onset of the rash. |
Not excluded |
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Exclude until appropriate treatment has commenced. Any sores on exposed surfaces should be completely covered with a dressing. |
Not excluded |
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Exclusion is not necessary. |
Not excluded |
Congratulations to staff and students who took time off their weekend to showcase the Swan Reach Area School and Community Library at the River Run to the Reach community event. Many people were very interested in the Pedal Prix bike and talked to the team members about race day and operations. The Agriculture class's home-made produce was a top seller with visitors purchasing the chutney, tomato sauce and shiraz sauce. Community events give us a fantastic opportunity to promote our school and share the learning experiences of our students.
Mr Greg Griffiths
Teacher
Hi secondary school parents, Often the later years of school are filled with anxiety around what to do once school is over… The following free seminar from the University of South Australia strives to answer a lot of the common questions families have.
Supporting your child's journey to university
Date: Tuesday 17 May
Time: 5:30PM - 6:30pm (ACST)
Link to register: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/supporting-your-childs-journey-to-university-tickets-302329033277
In this FREE webinar we will be answering questions frequently asked by parents, such as:
How can I support my child if they are undecided about what they want to do?
- What is university like compared to high school?
- How does my child get into university?
- What if my child isn’t offered a place?
- What resources are available?
Mr Troy Cowland
Deputy Principal
The following document outlines the expectations and procedures of the school uniform and dress code for Swan Reach Area School.
This year the 'Black Swan Racing' Pedal Prix team will be involved in 3 races:
14th May | Tailem Bend | 6 hour
**THIS SATURDAY**
Group 1 students will leave Swan Reach at 7am sharp, Mr Philip Carter will be driving the bus.
Group 2 students will leave Nildottie at 7:05 sharp, Mr Greg Griffiths will be driving the bus.
Future Races:
6 August | Tailem Bend | 8 hour
25-26 September | Murray Bridge | 24 hour
PEDAL PRIX DINNER
The Pedal Prix team will be serving up corned beef, vegetables, apple crumble & icecream on Friday June 17th at the Nildottie Hall. The evening provides an opportunity to showcase the pedal prix bike as well as giving the students a chance to talk to the community about race operations and the experience of being involved in the Black Swan Racing team. We appreciate the support from Nildottie Progress Association. Bookings can be made to Dot Haby 0427 715 818.
Mr Greg Griffiths
Black Swan Racing Team Manager/Teacher
Due date for the next Newsletter is 10:00am, Wednesday, 8th June, 2022. The newsletter is distributed via the SZApp and school website. Printed copies are still available upon request.
Articles can be emailed to dl.0423.info@schools.sa.edu.au clearly marked in the subject box as Newsletter, faxed to 8570 2325 or delivered to the library/front office. Due to the way the Newsletter is now being set up, not all photos are included in the print copy, however there are several photo galleries included online and via the SZApp. Apple devices: open the App store and search and download SZapp, on Android devices open the Play store and search and download SZappa; select the Asia Pacific region and search for Swan Reach Area School. Follow the prompts to register using an email address and create a password to access the online newsletter. Contact the school should you require any assistance.
The Swan Reach Area School website is where you can find all the school information including the newsletter, forms and policies. Please visit https://swanrchas.sa.edu.au.
OPENING HOURS
The library now has a mobile phone for communication. Please let me know if you would like to be included on the message list to receive notifications, holiday and opening hours etc.
The number is: 0460 366 067
'BEING DIGITAL INNOVATION'
being digital is a program to help promote the digital assistance and learning that SA’s public libraries offer to adult South Australians.
The being digital webpage provides a useful portal for those less experienced with technology and digital to start learning the basics. The content featured is provided by partners including Be Connected and the eSafety Commisioner. We encourage you to further browse the courses offered by these partners on their websites to continue your digital learning journey. being digital is jointly funded by State Government and Local Government. We’re making it easy for you to develop your skills and confidence to connect with today’s digital world. Learn more about our being digital program. Need additional assistance? Contact your local library.
The webpage which has learning content by topic and links to related digital literacy programs at libraries is at http://www.libraries.sa.gov.au/beingdigital
COVID-19 DIGITAL PASSPORTS
Can't access your digital passport or load on your phone? The Community Library can scan your paperwork and reduce to credit card size for your wallet or purse. No charge.
3 JUNE | School Photos |
10 JUNE | Student Free Day |
13 JUNE | Public Holiday (Queen's Birthday) |
17 JUNE | Pedal Prix Dinner @ Nildottie Hall |
20 JUNE | Governing Council (Finance 5:30) Meeting 6pm |
21 JUNE | Primary Interschool Sports Day @ Cambrai |
6 AUGUST | Pedal Prix Race @ The Bend (8 Hour) |
8 AUGUST | Governing Council Meeting 6pm |
25-26 SEPTEMBER | Pedal Prix Race @ The Bend (24 Hour) |
PLEASE NOTE COVID RESTRICTIONS WILL APPLY TO ALL
COMMUNITY EVENTS UNLESS ADVISED OTHERWISE.
Swan Reach Christian Women's Group invite you to join them for Bible study and fellowship each month. 11am, second Tuesday of the Month at the Swan Reach Lutheran Church Hall. BYO lunch. For more information please phone Taryn 0427 702 377 or Josie 0419 708 224. All welcome.