Week 3 Term 2 Monday Memos


We enjoyed two full classes today and are ecstatic that things are back to normal.
We are excited that Stephanie Alexander Gardening is on tomorrow 9-10 (6E) and 10-11(6S) and Kitchen will start on Wednesday 9-10.30 (6E) and 11.40-1.10 (6S)

Tomorrow at 2.10 - 2.40 (6S) and 2.30- 3.00 (6E) , we are planning to go on a local excursion to the area known as Taikondi,the place where the rivers meet, to delve into a nature observation to support our Christian Studies unit about how Australians express spirituality. Anyone who is interested to join us is welcome to attend. Let us know by emailing your child's teacher.


Whole School Info


We hope all the mums, grandmas and special friends had a lovely day celebrating Mother’s Day yesterday.

We are almost back to full onsite classes, today having a 93% student attendance rate.
  • We continue to ask that parents do not go into classrooms in the mornings/afternoons and simply drop students and leave / collect students at the end of the day and head home.
  • If you haven’t yet done so, please remember to download the CovidSafe app onto your phone if you feel comfortable doing so
  • We will continue to keep you informed of other updates via email and on our website at http://www.ilsg.sa.edu.au/news-info/corona-virus-information-
  • The Town of Gawler has implemented a new program called Community Connect, aimed at providing information and connection to Gawler residents.  The new Community Connect Newsletter is one of the ways that Council is providing information to community members. You can view the Newsletter here

School Counselor
  • We welcome Rachael Siviour into the role of school counselor (on Mondays). Rachael is well-known to the students and we look forward to the positive impact she will have in this area.

2021 Sibling enrolments
  • Just a reminder that if you have a sibling due to start in 2021 and have not yet submitted their enrolment form, please contact Jenny in the office to start this process.   We are processing applications for new families to start 2021 and 2022 so if you know of someone with an interest in our school, please tell them to contact us. 

Subway Lunches
  • Subway Lunch option is available for Friday lunches.  Orders in by Wednesday. 

Library Books
  • There is still no borrowing at the moment.   We will review this accordingly. 

Rhythm Kids & Junior Youth
  • These 2 group sessions are still postponed until further notice.

Scholastic Book Club

Uniform
  • Term 2 is Winter formal uniform style (grey trousers and long sleeve shirt for boys / white blouse and pinafore or skirt for girls), along with sport uniform (summer/winter) on designated days. 
New choice for Girls formal uniform
  • Our school council has recently approved an inclusive and alternative winter uniform item for girls, this being a pair of navy blue slacks.  This style item will be worn with the white shirt and jumper and black shoes. 
    • Sizes 6-16 to suit girls from year 2 to year 6 
    • Stock should arrive any day now. 
    • Price is $20
  • The winter pinafore/skirt, white shirt and jumper is still a current item.  The new navy slacks is an optional choice.  

iGOSH
  • Please remember to book online for the week ahead by 2pm on Friday.  If you book after this time you need to contact katrinap@ilsg.sa.edu.au  as bookings are finalised and attendance pages printed at 2pm each Friday (therefore your child will not show on their lists).   This late booking is charged at the casual rate, whilst the online early booking is charged at a regular rate. 
  • It is a requirement that we have a copy of all children that attend iGOSH, their immunisation record. This can be accessed through your mygov and emailed to katrinap@ilsg.sa.edu.au. There is an information flier available in iGOSH or on the school website for how to do this. Your prompt response to this is appreciated.
  • There are a lot of outstanding accounts over the 60 days. Reminder emails will be forwarded this week. Your prompt payment is very much appreciated.
  • A friendly reminder about our parents “Question of the Month” that is near the front desk. The questions this month is “ would you like to utilize the Seesaw app to share information about your child(ren)? Simply pop a pebble in either the yes or no jar to help us with feedback. This is only or parents not for children.
  • Please continue to read the observations iGOSH staff conduct on your child(ren) to share with you the awesome things that happen at iGOSH. If your child’s name is written on the clipboard on front desk, this means that there is an observation to read.
  • Thank you for your continued support with waiting at the front desk when signing in / out your child(ren).

Valuing Safe Communities (VSC)  -  Parent Volunteer Training
  • Term 2 scheduled VSC training will not be held this term (at this stage).  
  • We have revised  the policy for VSC Training where parents will need to attend their first VSC training session face to face with the Principal and then to renew the training every 3 years they can complete this via the online session. If you need to do this we can send you the link.    
Working with Children Checks are a government requirement to volunteer in a school.  
  • All National Police Checks will not be valid after 30 June 2020.  Therefore there may be many parents in our community who need to update to the WWCC.  Please contact Jenny who can initiate the process for you.  

LLL Student Banking Accounts
  • The LLL have extended their start of year promotion enabling all new Children’s Savings Accounts opened before 3 May will get $25 kick start. 
  • Click here to learn more.



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