INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC PROGRAM SUCCESS
I am pleased to report that our Senior Strings and Concert Band were awarded Gold and our Junior Strings were awarded
Silver in Fanfare on Monday afternoon. This is a brilliant achievement and a wonderful acknowledgement of our excellent instrumental music program.
NAPLAN
Students in Year 3, 5, and 7 completed NAPLAN tests last week. These tests can be quite confronting if students are not well versed in testing conditions or techniques. Our students were well prepared for the tests and I look forward to sharing the results later in the year. Thank you to staff for your work in the classroom and to Mrs Greenland for your leadership in this process.
EDUCATION WEEK
This week is Education Week and we have had some exciting activities for the whole school community to enjoy. Our classrooms have been open for periods throughout the week. Students participated in ICAS Computer Skills Competition on
Tuesday. Yesterday on Junior Assembly, Mrs Greenland read a story as part of National Simultaneous Storytime and letters have been sent home today launching the Premier’s reading Challenge.
CHAPLAINCY WEEK
Chappy Peter is a valuable support person in our school community. He is in the prevention and support business: helping students find a better way to deal with issues. Chappy Peter is always willing to provide a listening ear and a caring presence for kids in crisis and those who just need a friend. He can also provide support for staff and parents in school communities.
OSHC UPDATE
This week Jody Lawton and I met with officers from Central Office Procurement Branch to commence the tender process for our OSHC service. I intend to have the OSHC service operational from 8 October 2012.
WHAT A WONDERFUL COMMUNITY
A Year 4 student accidentally left her clarinet in the bus shelter in Young Street last Wednesday afternoon. By the time school started the next day it had been handed in. The family was very grateful to the parent who was honest enough to hand in the clarinet to the office. Once again it goes to show that Petrie is such a great school.
Thank you also to officers at the Petrie Fire Station and Steve for your assistance to unblock a drain on the oval a few weeks ago.
Cheers, Kerry Lofgren
Last week students in Years 3, 5 & 7 undertook the NAPLAN tests along with all other students in these year levels across Australia. I would like to congratulate our students for the way they participated, and acknowledge the efforts of our dedicated teachers to prepare students for NAPLAN. Thank you also to the P&C and parent volunteers who kindly provided and served fruit and Milo for these students on the mornings of the tests.
It was an absolute privilege to attend Fanfare on Monday with the Band and Strings students. We have such a strong music program at Petrie, and we are truly blessed to have Timo and Maria Jarvela, and Wendy Rose working with our students. Their absolute commitment to the program ensures that Petrie students have the best. Congratulations to all students who performed. We were very proud of our Junior Strings who received a Silver Award at their first such performance. Our Senior Strings and Concert Band both received well-deserved Gold Awards. Well done to everyone, and thank you to the parents who attended as well.

Teachers are beginning to prepare for reporting to parents about student progress for Semester 1. Reporting is done through the use of a 5-point scale. Student achievement is judged against a set of consistent standards, or criteria. A
“C” for Years 4-7, or a “Sound” for Years 1-3, means that the student has met the appropriate standard for that year level. It does not mean that the student is in the middle of the class , as it may have done when parents attended school. “C, or “Sound” students are doing everything that is required at their year level. “B’ and “A” level students are working beyond the requirements for their year level.
This means that few students achieve an “A” or a “B”. Students who receive a “C” are where they should be, and this is to be celebrated.
The Australian Curriculum (English, Mathematics and Science), includes achievement standards to guide teachers in making their judgements about student work. It is worth keeping in mind that these are end-of-year standards , and that we are now preparing for mid-year reporting. Students who achieve a “D” at this stage of the year may well be on target to achieve a “C” by the end of the year. Parents are encouraged to speak to their child’s teacher if they have questions about reporting.
Linley Greenland
Deputy Principal
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June
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District Cross Country
Creative Gen Rehearsal - Chandler
Beginner Strings Workshop
Crazy Hair Day
Athletics
Disco
Yr 7 Excursion – Parliament House
Week 4 Week 5
PA Ben PA Abbie
PB Sofie-Leigh PB Shaylin
PC Casey PC Arielle
PD Caydence PD Isobelle
1A Emily 1A Annelliese
1B Abbie 1B Jack
1C Georgia 1C Carter
2A Kitana 2A Ella
2B Alex 2B Turnar

2C Arion 2C Joshua
2D Tayla 2D Sione
3A Kerryn 3A Rohan
3B Nicholas 3B Jovanna
3C Jarrod 3C Tennae
4A Corey 4A
4B Jasmin 4B
5A Nathanial 5A Bridget
5B Zachary 5B Roy
6A Max 6A
6B Jake 6B Isabella
7A Olivia 7A Gemma
7B Maverick 7B Hannah
7C Megan 7C Caitlin
Exciting events are happening within our school regarding the use of ICT (information communication technology). Our teachers are making great use of learning objects, interactive websites and programs that utilise our classroom interactive whiteboards to enhance and consolidate learning in many curriculum areas. Some of our teachers are constructing Ed Studios (virtual classrooms) within the Learning Place (Education Department secure elearning environment) to provide a safe receptacle for students’ access of aspects of ICT that they would like to use more often.
We have installed several new computers into the Senior computer lab to ensure that all students from larger classes can access a reliable computer.
Many of our teachers have attained their ICT certificate which acknowledges teachers who understand how learners can use ICT purposefully. Two of our teachers have their Digital Pedagogical Licence which recognises teachers who demonstrate and reflect on how learners use ICT and others are working towards attaining this qualification. Six of our certificate holders have begun an in-school trial of iPads and their use in enhancing student learning. The Special
Needs unit is also using iPads and it is hoped that when funds are available more iPads can be purchased and used throughout the school. As a result of an intensive training program provided by Education Queensland we have given our school website a complete makeover. It is due to ‘go live’ today and can be accessed via this link www.petriess.eq.edu.au
As time allows we will continue to add information, news items and links. We hope you like the new site.
Coral Foster, ICT Co-ordinator
Paying by BPAY is a convenient option when you can’t get to the school or don’t want your child carrying money around. However, payments made by BPAY will take two (2) working days to come through to the school. Please keep this in mind when you pay for an excursion, as your child will not be permitted to attend if the payment is not received by the due date.

Fanfare
On Monday, 21st May, our instrumental students competed in Fanfare at Undurba SS. Fanfare, held biannually, is a state-wide competition for school students. It provides the opportunity for students to perform in front of an audience and be adjudicated for their work.
All groups performed extremely well. The Junior String Ensemble received a Silver Award while the Senior String
Ensemble and the Concert Band each received a Gold Award.
Congratulations to all performers and Mr Timo Jarvela and Mrs Maria Jarvela!
Crazy Hair Day
Crazy Hair Day will be held on Friday 8 June. This is a fundraiser to help support the Creative Generation team. Please note that hair cannot be sprayed with colour unless we have written permission from parents. More information
(including permission forms) will be sent home soon.
Creative Generation
Tickets for CGEN 2012 are now on sale. There will be four performances including a schools' preview.
Friday 20 July 2012
1pm - Schools' Preview (for school groups only)
7pm - Evening performance
Saturday 21 July 2012
1pm - Matinee performance
7pm - Evening performance
Tickets will be available through Ticketek 132 849 or www.ticketek.com.au
Children born between 1 July 2007 and 30 June 2008 are eligible to attend Prep in 2013.
Enrolment forms and interview times are available from the school office between 8.00 am and 4.00 pm.
Please contact the office on 32850333.
New winter stock all sizes have arrived in the Uniform Shop. Fleecy zip jackets $22.00. Track pants $16.00.
Melissa Muller: mgm1968@hotmail
New Opening Times
Monday at 2.30 pm – 3.30 pm
Wednesday 8.15 am – 9.30 am

Determined Persistence breaks Resistance.
Thanks to all who have supported Chappy Pancakes this morning
Chip In For A Chappy Thanks for sharing in - Chappy Week 20 to 27 May – Awesome!!!
Camp – “For The Time of Your Life”
SU Qld Camps. It’s the Early bird that got the worm! Yuck!!
Camps for year 5 to year 7
Winter Wipeout – Mon 25 June to Fri 29 June
Primary Smadd Wed 27 June to Sun 01July
Winter Mapleton Adventure Camp – Mon 02 to Friday 6 July
Register on line www.sucamps.org.au
or see Peter for brochures.
G od’s Blessings
Chappy Peter
The Mobile Dental Clinic at Petrie SS will be closed on 21 st May and from 23 rd May to 4 th June BUT will be open during the school holidays.
Dental Staff are continuing with examinations and treatment of grades 1 and 2 however if your child has a toothache, lost filling or broken tooth please do not hesitate to contact us so they can be seen as a priority. We hope to see the
Prep children for checkups before the June holidays.
If you would like to bring your children to the mobile clinic for their check-ups or treatment during the holidays please contact us to make an appointment on 0412 491 887
Emergency dental treatment any time the mobile dental clinic is closed can be gained by phoning our Central Booking
Centre on 1300 365 997.
Julie B and Donna L
Dental Therapist and Dental Assistant

Incorporating Dayboro Antique & Collectables Fair
Sunday 27 th May 2012 – 8.00am – 3.30pm
We guarantee there will be something for everyone at the Dayboro Day Festival, so come along, bring your family and friends to help us celebrate our 21 st year on Sunday 27 th May 2012.
Does your child suffer asthma or eczema?
Every day thousands of Australian children suffer the effects of asthma and eczema, and families struggle with illness management and children’s behavioural and emotional adjustment.
Positive Parenting for Healthy Living is an adaptation of the successful Triple P - Positive Parenting Program, offering practical ideas and support for parents of children suffering asthma or eczema. This innovative group program is designed to help parents manage their child’s illness, assist children in coping with their illness and emotions, and prevent and manage difficult child behaviour.
Over the next few months and for a limited time only, parents of 3-10 year old children suffering asthma or eczema are able to access Positive Parenting for Healthy Living Triple P free of charge as part of a University of Queensland research project. Contact Amy Mitchell on (07) 3365 7305 or email healthyliving@uq.edu.au
, oo www.exp.psy.uq.edu.au/healthyliving
A whole day of hands-on science experiments and activities for children aged 7 to 12.
4 July 2012
Lawnton Community Centre
Cnr Ellis St and Todds Rd, Lawnton
Cost: $65 Double Helix Member / $75 non-member.
Time: 9.00am – 3.00pm. Children need to bring their own food and water for the day.
Please note: nuts and products containing nuts are banned.
Activities during the June-July school holidays include:
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Investigating elastic potential energy and making a rubber-band powered tractor
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Exploring plants and seed germination
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Experimenting and creating with polymer chemistry
Sessions are limited to 30 children so bookings are essential!
For more information and bookings: www.csiro.au/events/SQLD-Holidays
Incorporating the Seasons program
This is an 8 week course for children 6-12 years old and their parents who have experienced change in their lives through family separation, divorce or death of a loved one.
Where: Undurba State School Community Hall,
Ogg Road, Murrumba Downs
When: 20 July – 07 September 2012
Friday mornings
Time: 9.30 am – 11.00 am

Cost: Free
For more information please contact the Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre on 32052955 or email anitap@prnc.org.au
COME AND SEE OUR PLAYERS IN ACTION!
SATURDAY 26 MAY
9.00 am – 12.00 pm
LES HUGHES SPORTS COMPLEX,
Cnr Francis Rd & Baker St, Lawnton
Not sure what netball’s all about?
Keen for your daughter to play a team sport?
Bring your girl/s down and have all your questions answered, look for our blue marquee
If you can’t make it, check out our website www.strathpinescorpions.com
01 – 07 June 2012 is packed with activities and entertainment for everyone! Discover the wonders of the hays Inlet catchment through planting, music, art, talks, walks and more!
Family Fun day on Sunday 03 June - 10.00 am to 3.00 pm at Pelican Park, Clontarf. Featuring live bands, ‘Tastes of
Nature’ cook-off, jumping castles, face painting, wildlife, dragon boating, eco games, art, talks, demonstrations and stalls. Free entry .
For full details of festival events, competitions and educational information visit haysinlet.com.au
This popular program will have a second in-take and run on Saturday mornings starting on 9th of June 2012 for a period of 12 weeks at the Brendale South Pine Sports Complex . The Kindy Soccer program introduces 3, 4 and 5 year old children to the exciting World Game of Soccer. Sign-on Day: 02 of June at 10.00 a.m. at the Brendale Sports
www.acesoccer.com.au
or send an email to kindy@acesoccer.com.au