2013
66-80 Princes Road
Greenacres SA 5086
Phone: 08 8261 4524
Email: info@smg.catholic.edu.au
The Vision of St Martin’s Catholic School is
Loving to Learn
Learning to Love
Our Mission therefore is to be:
 A school where the life of Jesus is at the heart of the spiritual development of the whole
community.
 A school that aims to provide the best possible opportunities and environments to encourage
successful lifelong learning.
 A school which values continuous and collaborative learning where children, teachers and
families interact to build a lively, faith filled learning community.
 A school that strives to develop the full potential of each person and respects and values the
unique character, interest, gifts and abilities of all individuals.
 A school that aims to provide learning environments that are stimulating and equipped with
services and resources that enhance learning opportunities in safe surroundings.
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St Martin’s School Board
Agenda of Community Meeting
Tuesday 12 February 2013
6:30pm
All parents and staff gather in Community Centre
6:40
Voting and Consultation Process
7:15pm
Parent Information sessions begin in classrooms
7:45
AGM in the Library
Supper
Agenda
1
Welcome
2
Apologies
3
Prayer
4
Introduction of School Board, School Staff and P&F Committee.
5
Voting for the School Board
6
Minutes of 2012 meeting
7
Annual Reports – as tabled
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
Maria D’Aloia
Andrew Caruana
Peter Watterson
Alison McCloy
Susanne Harding/Michele Dick
Nives Grgic
Donna Hulley
Principal
Chairperson of School Board
Treasurer of School Board
Parents and Friends
OHS&W
School Canteen
OSHC
8
General Business
9
Supper
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St Martin’s School Board
Minutes of Community Meeting
Annual General Meeting Minutes
Date:
13 February 2012
1. Welcome
Maria D’Aloia welcomed all in attendance.
Special welcome to Simon Mechis, A/Deputy Principal/APRIM
There were 40 people in attendance including staff
2. Apologies
Mary-Anne Clark
3. Opening prayers
Simon Mechis led the prayer
4. Introduction of School Board, School Staff and P&F Committee
Maria introduced the members of the school staff, P&F committee and members of the School
Board for 2012. These are Martin Hayes, Peter Watterson, Tina Conroy, Kathy Lawson, Toni
Margaritis, Andrew Caruana
5. Voting for the School Board
This was not required as there were only two nominations received: Andrew Caruana and Toni
Margaritis.
6.
Minutes of 2011 Meeting
Accepted – Toni Margaritis
Seconded – Serina Fava
7. Annual reports – as tabled
a. Principal – Maria D’Aloia

Tabled

Items highlighted:
 2011 school year dedicated to the memory of Chelsea Lethrangomites
 5 year professional review and renewal leave
 Parish Office now located at the school
 Helen Young undertaking role of Literacy Coach until the end of 2012.
 Melissa Jones and Katherine Belperio – participating in the Numeracy
Project for two years.
 Year 7 students using laboratories at Kildare and OLSH
 Thanks to Caroline Ailion, Linda Gentilcore, Peter Kuerschner and Deidre
Knight for their assistance with the school garden.
 Introduction of friendship benches
 OSHC – new National Quality Framework being implemented
 Canteen – needs to include “amber” foods to ensure financial viability.
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
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
P&F donated funds for two air-conditioners in upstairs classrooms ensuring
all classrooms now have air-conditioning
 Michele Dick took on role of OHSW Coordinator
 Australian Curriculum – now implementing English and science.
 Focus for 2013 will be student wellbeing. The school will explore the
possibility of introducing Kids Matter Framework or a programme that
focuses on Student wellbeing and development.
Treasurer of the School Board – Peter Watterson

Tabled

Peter acknowledged the work of Sue Mellon, Bursar for her assistance with the
budget.

Highlighted that whilst a loss was expected the year ended with a positive
balance of $21,000
Parent and Friends – Alison McCloy

Tabled

Change in fundraising plans in order to raise money for Chelsea.

Alison acknowledged the dedication of the P&F
OSHW – Simon Mechis/Michele Dick

Tabled
School Canteen – Nives Grgic

Tabled
OSHC – Donna Hulley

Tabled
8.
General Business
Rosanna McDonald (Chair of the School Board) thanked Maria, staff and the school
community for their support and hard work during her families times at the school as her
family relocates to the Adelaide Hills and to another school.
9.
Supper
Meeting closed at 8.30pm
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PRINCIPAL AGM REPORT 2012
I am pleased to present this report outlining the achievements of 2012 to the St Martin’s community. In
partnership with families, we continued to focus on building and nurturing a positive learning
environment. Staff, in collaboration with the school board, strived to give witness to the vision of our
founding sisters, The Daughters of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart by providing opportunities for
students to experience a culture that embraced the notion of “loving to learn and learning to love,” and
in so doing, developing an appreciation and awareness of their responsibilities as members of our
Catholic community.
Faith Community
A school where the life of Jesus is at the heart of the spiritual development of the
whole community.
“Jesus Christ is the way we have to follow,
the truth we have to believe
the life that animates us here and now
and which we hope will still be ours
throughout eternity.”
J. Chevalier, Ecole du Sacre Coeur,
As a Catholic School we are called to bring the Good News to all. Our aim is to give witness to our
Vision and help students see the relevance of the gospel messages and values in their everyday life.
Our students need to see this in our relationships, the way we live our lives and in the way we interact
with others in our community. We are called to proclaim the gospel, give witness and provide
opportunities for Catechesis, Liturgy, Religious Education, Charity, Justice and Prayer.
At the beginning of 2012 there was a commitment to reconnect with the charism of our founding
sisters, “The daughters of our Lady of the Sacred Heart”. Grace Vassallo-Wakefield led a reflection
day that focussed on the Vision of Father Jules Chevalier who, in 1900, proclaimed that each
individual is: “a special being…who has a place in the heart of Christ, and each of us is surrounded
by God’s love.”
As the carriers of this vision in 2012 and beyond, our challenge is to ensure that each child and
member of our school community feels welcomed and nurtured at St Martin’s. In 2012 there was also
a commitment to reconnect with the charism of our founding sisters; The Daughters of Our Lady of the
Sacred Heart. As a staff, we focussed on the four pillars of (OLSH) education and made a
commitment that these four pillars should be proclaimed and viewed together with our vision
statement to ensure we remain faithful to the intentions of our founding sisters.
This reflection affirmed and encouraged us to continue our work in light of these four pillars:
We are Heart people who are Faith-filled
We believe in God’s personal love for us. This gives us meaning and purpose in our lives and
enables us to help others find meaning in their lives too.
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We are Heart people who Reverence Relationships
We believe in the dignity of every human person. Our OLSH family is both local and
international and we make an effort to build and support community.
We are Heart People who Pursue Excellence
We believe in Jesus’ words…
“I have come that you may have life and have it to the full” (John 10:10)
We pursue excellence in everything we do.
We are Heart People who touch the Hearts of Others
We believe in our call to be united with the mission of Jesus. Together we seek to build the
Kingdom of: truth and life, holiness and grace, love and peace.
Our tradition of service and outreach and our option for the poor are vital aspects of our
OLSH identity.
At the beginning of 2012 we met with the staff of both St Gabriel’s and Our Lady of the Sacred Heart
College to explore our OLSH connections. We returned to our communities to continue the
conversation of how best to keep the charism of our founding sisters alive. As we do each year, some
of the staff and students from OLSH joined us for Mass and activities on the Feast of the Sacred Heart.
Our Sports Teams were also renamed after significant OLSH leaders:
Chevalier – Founder of the OLSH order
Sweeney – First Australian OLSH sister
Hartzer – First OLSH provincial leader
McKillop – First Australian Saint.
In 2012, students continued to prepare and participate in liturgical celebrations, shared prayer and
spiritual formation. Students also participated in some Masses during 2012 but as our community was
without a parish priest, most celebrations were liturgies. With the parish office now located on the
school grounds, school families have been able to connect more closely with the parish, a connection
that will no doubt be strengthened with the arrival of Father Kym Spurling in our Parish in 2013.
We were particularly grateful that Mrs Mary Bryant agreed to be parish associate later in the year and
become part of the Parish Sacramental Team, assisting in maintaining close links between the school
and parish. Susanne Harding and Grace Vassallo- Wakefield have been instrumental in reviewing the
Sacramental Programme with Mary Bryant. The Sacramental Programme was very well received in
2012 and the celebrations in both Mass centres were a wonderful witness of the partnership between
families and the parish. The Sacramental Programme continues to be child focussed however there is
a greater emphasis on nurturing and developing community within our parish.
Grace Vassallo-Wakefield continued as Religious Education Co-ordinator throughout the year to
support Susanne Harding as APRIM (Assistant to the Principal – Religious identity and Mission). In
2013 Susanne will work full time and Grace will continue as the APRIM at St Monica’s. I would like
to take this opportunity to thank Grace for her work at St Martin’s over the past two years. She has
assisted with staff formation and preparation of school masses and liturgies, as well as assisting me on
Wednesday’s in a leadership capacity.
I would also like to formally thank and farewell Cheryl McCarthy who retired during 2012. Cheryl
had been the school secretary since April 2007.
The greatest challenge to our authenticity as a Catholic School in the Sacred Heart tradition, is to
ensure that our work and our partnership is undertaken with the aspiration and goal that the Sacred
Heart of Jesus is present and living in our community.
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Learning Community
A school that aims to provide the best possible opportunities and environments to
encourage successful lifelong learning.
‘When teachers see learning through the eyes of the student and students see themselves as their own
teachers” Professor John Hattie
My belief that teachers are among the most powerful influences in learning was affirmed whilst
reading Professor John Hattie’s book entitled, “ Visible Learning.” His research indicates that teachers
need to be directive, influential, caring and actively engaged in the process of teaching and learning.
The staff and I used Professor John Hattie’s research findings to work towards developing a learning
culture in our school, including building the capacity of all staff, to understand the importance of
developing Assessment Capable Learners and providing effective feedback to students to assist them
deepen and extend their learning. This research provides evidence that developing Assessment
Capable Learners has the highest effect on raising student outcomes for all students. Assessment
Capable Learners are students who know about their learning and are able to plan their next learning
steps with a teacher or peer, understand the assessment tools being used, what their results mean and
can articulate the learning intention of the lesson.
Educational consultant, Lisa Burman, continued to work with staff in 2012 with the aim of helping
teachers put this ‘theory into practice.’
Student centred learning is at the core of our practice and the ‘learner’ should be the focus of any
educational conversation including teachers and parents. It was decided that the parent / teacher
interview should be replaced with a ‘learning conversation’ that included; the student, the parent and
the teacher. This new initiative was a resounding success and affirmed the importance of having every
child in control of their learning journey. This underlying premise informed all our work as we began
to implement the Australian Curriculum in: English, Science, History and Mathematics.
Helen Young provided excellent leadership in unpacking the English curriculum in her role as Key
Literacy Teacher and Reading Coach and had a significant impact in transforming classroom practice
in the areas of reading and literacy.
The role of Reading Coach was an initiative of the Australian Federal Government National
Partnership program. St Martin’s was invited to join the partnership in the latter half of 2011 and our
participation continued in 2012. Our focus was on Literacy in the area of ‘Reading’ and staff, students
and parents embraced this opportunity to improve student learning outcomes and teaching practice.
Through using this model our school embarked on building capacity of our teaching staff in the area of
‘Reading’, focusing on teaching practice. Teachers have valued this support, the style of delivery and
the relevance to their teaching practice.
At St Martin’s, the Coaching model has followed the cycle: pre-lesson conference, post-lesson
conference and working in the classroom. Helen met with each staff member to plan, develop learning
intentions and discuss pedagogy. The coaching model builds capacity within the teaching staff with
the aim of “good practice” being ongoing and enabling quality student learning. This model provides
professional learning opportunities for staff that are sequentially developed and unique to the learning
needs of the cohort of students in a particular class.
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Modelling “good teaching practice” provides opportunities to demonstrate different pedagogical
practices. It gives the class teacher an opportunity to observe both new practices and the students’
response to the learning during the session. Teachers have commented that through observing
modelled lessons, implementing new learning into their everyday teaching practice has been
successful.
A modelled lesson begins with an explicit lesson plan which teachers can follow. The lesson plan
includes: The learning intention for the day, questions to ask the students during the lesson,
opportunities for feedback from the students and from the teacher, the pedagogy used for the lesson,
how to sum up the lesson and links to the Australian Curriculum. There is an expectation that the
teacher critically observes the coach during the “modelling” session and at the end of the lesson the
teacher and coach reflect on the lesson and clarify any questions they may have. After the lesson, the
coach takes time to talk with the teacher and together they decide the next step for the students’
learning.
Some of the reading strategies that have been modelled include: connecting, predicting, inferencing,
and deconstructing a text.
The pedagogies that have been used include: ‘Think Aloud’s’,’ Turn and Talk’ or ‘Think, Pair, Share’,
using “A teaching and learning Cycle” and engagement activities using “Interrogating an Object or
Picture”.
At the beginning of Term 2, the Principals and Deputy Principals of Catholic Schools belonging to the
Northwest region organised a conference for all their staff members that focussed on the Australian
Curriculum: Mathematics and Science. The key note addresses by Professor Martin Westwell from
Flinders University and educator and president of the Primary Mathematics Association of SA, Lisa
Jane O’Connor, provided good insights into current research and unpacked the Australian Curriculum:
Mathematics providing excellent frameworks for planning and programming. Teachers from the
region then attended workshops that highlighted good practice in the teaching of Mathematics. The
key message from this conference was “Learning for understanding, rather than Learning for
Knowledge”.
This understanding is a key element of the Australian Curriculum, where the emphasis is on the
General Capabilities: Literacy, Numeracy, Information and communication technology (ICT)
capability, Critical and creative thinking, Personal and social capability, Ethical behaviour and
Intercultural understanding, rather than focussing on the content outlined. Our goal in 2013 will be to
focus on weaving the General Capabilities into curriculum design, ensuring that our students have the
necessary skills and capabilities to engage with our modern society.
Staff were also eager to work with Child Psychologist, Angela Davis, who provided valuable insights
into working with children with sensory issues and helping children to manage anxiety. Professional
learning is an absolute imperative for all staff, not only does it model the notion of lifelong learning, it
enables us to provide best practice and fulfil our vision of building a culture of continuous
improvement.
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Partners in a Learning Community
A school which values continuous and collaborative learning where children,
teachers and families interact to build a lively, faith filled learning community.
A school that strives to develop the full potential of each person and respects and
values the unique character, interest, gifts and abilities of all individuals.
In 2012, students, parents and staff were provided with a copy of the National Safe Schools framework
survey to complete. The responses from the survey overwhelmingly indicated that students, parents
and staff were happy with the direction of the school. Opportunity was provided for additional
comments, which have been reviewed together with the additional Parent satisfaction survey
distributed later in the year and an overview of the responses included was presented to the School
Board for discernment and action. All items listed have been considered and it was decided to
implement the KidsMatter Framework. ( Please refer to powerpoint for indepth analysis of Satisfaction
survey.
In 2012 we started to implement Component one of KidsMatter; building a positive school
community”. Through KidsMatter Primary training we were provided with further evidence of the
importance of developing positive school communities. A positive school community helps children
feel that school is a safe place where their needs can be met. Research has shown that when children
and families feel connected to school, children are more likely to achieve better learning outcomes and
succeed. At St Martin’s, the staff and parent leaders continue to focus on strengthening this
partnership between school, home and the parish.
Communicating with parents is central to maintaining a positive relationship and providing
information about student learning. In 2012 we redesigned the school’s web page, updating images
and information for current and prospective parents. I am very grateful to Katie Downie for all her
effort and for working so collaboratively with myself and personnel from the Catholic Education
Office to ensure that our school presence on the internet not only reflected our school authentically but
provided current and relevant information to visitors to the site.
The school newsletter was also redesigned and the change to fortnightly circulation was received
favourably. In 2013 we will review the prospectus and parent handbook.
The School Board continued to focus on fulfilling its role by contributing to the development of
policies and being involved in shaping the future direction of the school and importantly overseeing
the financial management of the school. Our discussions and discernment at school board meetings
demonstrated the Board’s commitment and passion for the ongoing improvement and development of
St Martin’s.
Significant emphasis was given to reviewing the ‘Anti Bullying and Harassment Policy and a flow
chart was developed to clearly outline the processes for addressing any issues that may arise. This
policy was distributed to all families to coincide with the “Bullying – no way” focus day in August.
Focussing on ‘anti-bullying’ strategies proved to be educational for all students and provided a strong
and clear message that bullying is not tolerated at St Martin’s.
Throughout the year the School Board also ratified the following policies which are all available on
request;
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Curriculum
 English
 Health & Physical Education
 Italian
 Science
 Religious Education
 Mathematics
 ICT and Design & Technology

Student Wellbeing
 Child Protection
 Student Computer Policy
 Anti-Harassment
 Behaviour Education
Sincere thanks to the following Board members for their invaluable contribution this year. Andrew
Caruana (Chairperson), Peter Watterson (Chair of the Finance Committee), Tina Conroy (Secretary)
Martin Hayes, Kathy Lawson, Toni Margaritis, Alison McCloy (P & F representative) Susanne
Harding and Paul Panos (staff representative).
Andrew has been a supportive Chairperson who has demonstrated a genuine interest and passion for
Catholic Education and in particular, the ongoing development of St Martins. I am very grateful for
his leadership and respectful partnership with me and the genuine appreciation he has shown of all the
staff’s achievements. His leadership this year has ensured that the School Board has worked very
collaboratively to give witness to our Vision and Mission Statement.
In 2012 three members of the Board completed their two year tenure; Kathy Lawson, Tina Conroy and
Peter Watterson. Peter has been steadfast in his approach to the school finances, meticulous to the
finest detail! Tina has been an efficient and highly organized secretary who also focused on attention
to detail. Kathy has been a very committed member of the School Board and P & F committee since I
started at St Martin’s. I am indebted to Kathy for the time she has dedicated to the significant editing
work undertaken with all school policies.
Martin Hayes and the Hayes family will leave us at the end of this year as Martin has been appointed
Principal of St Joseph’s Parish School at Gladstone. Farewell and thank you for your contribution to
our community. The community extends their congratulations and best wishes to Martin and his family
as they embark on this new experience. Martin has made a valuable contribution to our community
not only as a parent leader, but as sport coach, manager of both football and cricket teams.
The committee members of the P & F have continued to work tirelessly to raise funds to improve the
resources available to students, to organise events that nurtured the community life here at St Martin’s
and raise the profile of our school in the wider community. Thank you to Alison McCloy, Connie
Lupoi, Chris Abbott, Olivia Hindes, Cindy Talladira, Mel Niejelke, Michelle Obst, Tania Valente,
Belinda Kalleske,Toni Margaritis, Cathie Bath, Shelagh Latham, Kathy Lawson, Serina Fava, Sharon
Laskaridis and Sue Topolnjak. In 2013 we will continue developing the class representative role.
The Gardening committee, consisting of Caroline Ailion, Craig and Belinda Rattley, Linda Gentilcore,
Peter Kuerschner and Deidre Knight continued to work with Matt Cattanach from the Natural
Resources Management Board to extend the School gardening programme across the school, with a
key objective of making valid connections with the Science curriculum. 2012 saw the culmination of a
range of projects to enhance school sustainability. Key to this is the support St Martins received from
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Natural Resource Management Education Unit whose advise, training and mentoring lead us to a
cohesive approach across a variety of disciplines.
We are also fortunate to have a dedicated Sustainability Committee whose values, skills and
enthusiasm convert to a whole of school ‘can do’ approach to our environment.
This year we received funding for: “Pathways to Kaurna Learning” which has allowed us to engage Indigenous Artist in
Residence, Daisybelle Virgin, who is working with students to create a mosaic that reflects pre
European habitat. This will be located in our Kauna Butterfly Garden.
 Butterfly pavers painted by each student to be laid in our Kaurna Butterfly Garden.
 Our orchard, consisting of stone fruit and citrus trees.
 A Worm Farm to complement our food recycling program - years 1 and 6 manage the farm.
2013 will be just as exciting with the new
 Fowl House - Year 4
 Frog Pond - Students to build with a specialist pond maker
 Interpretive signage for our Vegetable and Kaurna Butterfly Gardens - Students to research
and design.
Students now have the opportunity to capitalise on their physical environment. These outdoor
classrooms facilitate rich concrete learning and deepen environmental understanding in line with
curriculum standards. I am very appreciative of all the work undertaken by this committee and extend
my heartfelt thanks and gratitude.
Opportunities for the broader community to visit and participate in school activities have included;
Open Day /Grandparents Day, MITIOG parent meetings, Cultural Day, Charlie and the Chocolate
Factory production, Sports Presentation night and the St Martin’s Art Show.
These events enabled parents and visitors to witness the wonderful opportunities provided for the
students and also showcased the specialist subjects at our school; Art, Italian – LOTE programme,
Music and Sport. Appreciation and thanks to all staff and in particular our Specialist teachers for
adding value to the learning programme.
The OHSC service continued to be embraced by the school community and under the leadership of the
Director, Donna Hulley, has provided an excellent before school, after school and vacation care
programme that facilitated excellent learning opportunities and varied, interesting activities, whilst
maintaining a balanced budget that placed no financial stress on the school budget. In Term 4
‘playgroup’ was introduced, which was embraced wholeheartedly by Donna and the younger members
of our school community. From 2013 the playgroup will be open to the wider community and will be
affiliated with Playgroup SA. Donna and the OHSC staff are now implementing the principles
outlined in National Quality Framework to ensure our service meets the appropriate national standards.
Sincere thanks to Donna, for her leadership and the commitment of the OHSC staff for maintaining an
excellent standard of service.
The SRC was also very proactive in 2012 co-ordinating a number of initiatives including;
 the “Gutsy Challenge” week raising funds and awareness for healthy eating.
 A Waste initiative resulting in the implementation of a recycling project throughout the school.
 Fundraising efforts for Cycle4Sam foundation.
 “Money Tree”, in which newspapers are recycled. The money raised from this goes back into
the school.
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Our student leader’s dedication and commitment to improving our school is heartening and augers a
positive future. I extend my sincere thanks to the SRC and Mieke Davis for conducting such an
important role within our school.
Services and Resources
A school that aims to provide learning environments that are stimulating and equipped with services
and resources that enhance learning opportunities in safe surroundings technologies that enhance
learning outcomes for all students.
The year began with an expectation that the Non-Government Registration Board would visit our
school as it has in the past to conduct a 5 year review. This did not occur this year as the Board has
been restructured . We have yet to be informed when our review will take place.
The Lap-Top programme was extended to include students from Years 4-7. Students and staff have
embraced this technology and are integrating its use throughout the learning programme.
The School Board has also continued the conversation that began two years ago with Catholic
Education Office and the local council, regarding the redevelopment of the “Kiss and Drop” zone on
Princes Road This year we were informed that our application for a Federal Government Grant was
successful so planning began to design a new ‘kiss and drop’ area between Princes Road and Whysall
road. The remaining two properties will be demolished in 2013 to make way for this redevelopment,
creating more place space for students. I am grateful for the ongoing support of this board and the
previous board in pursing this project to ensure the safety of our students and completing the Master
Plan. I am also very grateful to the Building committee from The Catholic Education Office for
prioritizing this project in this round of funding.
St Martin’s School submits a Financial Accountability Certificate by a qualified accountant to Catholic
Education SA (CESA). The School Board, together with our bursar, Sue Mellon, completes an annual
financial statement which is audited and presented to Catholic Education Office. I would like to
especially thank Sue Mellon (School Bursar) and Peter Watterson (Chairperson of the Finance
Committee) for ensuring the school finances are administered in such an ethical and professional
manner. Prudent financial management is vital to ensure that we have the means to continue providing
the best possible learning environments and resources.
OHS&W is an integral component of our school. Our aim is to implement OHS&W processes and
practices that ensure a safe work and learning environment for all students, their families and wider
community. To alleviate the risk of broken glass injuring students or visitors to the school whilst
involved in sporting activities on the oval, it was decided to install security screens to the windows of
the community centre. I am extremely grateful for the work undertaken by Michele Dick in this area.
Michele undertakes all these tasks with precision and attention to detail. It is clearly evident that
Michele is committed to undertaking this aspect of her work very seriously, ensuring that St Martin’s
not only complies with the legislation but more importantly that students, staff, parents and visitors to
our site are safe. I am very grateful for Michele’s dedication to this role as OHS&W Co-ordinator.
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I conclude with expressing my heartfelt thanks to all for your continued support during 2012, in
particular the School Board and P & F and look forward to working with students, staff, parents, parish
and wider community as we continue to journey together – Loving to Learn and Learning to Love.
The spirituality of the heart continues to guide and inspire us as we give life to Fr Jules Chevalier
mission that,” the sacred heart of Jesus be everywhere loved”.
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School Performance Report
School ICSEA value
995
STUDENT INFORMATION
Total enrolments
366
Girls
180
Boys
186
Full-time equivalent enrolments
366
Indigenous students
1%
Language background other than English
20%
Student attendance rate
93.1%
Student Attendance Year: 2012
Year Level
Term 1
Term 2
Term 3
Term 4
RECEPTION
95.40
93.39
92.41
92.51
YEAR 01
94.49
91.69
91.44
92.04
YEAR 02
95.68
93.83
91.20
94.96
YEAR 03
93.56
91.80
92.57
92.82
YEAR 04
94.18
93.29
91.71
93.85
YEAR 05
94.39
92.09
94.41
91.71
YEAR 06
95.07
93.51
91.58
92.52
YEAR 07
93.14
92.59
90.97
93.83
Average:
94.49
92.77
92.04
93.03
If a student is absent from school parents are requested to inform the school by telephoning between
8:30 am and 9:00 am or sending the class teacher a note explaining the absence on the student’s return.
Parents are requested to inform the Principal in writing if students will be absent for an extended
period of time due to a family holiday etc. Class teachers will inform the Principal if a student is
consistently absent. The Principal will then contact the parent to discuss.
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Staff Information
Teaching staff
32
Full-time equivalent teaching staff
20
Non-teaching staff
12
Full-time equivalent non-teaching staff
6.9
Bachelor degree
Creative arts / entertainment / sport & recreation
Education
Certificate
Education
1
41
1
Graduate diploma / Graduate certificate
Education
Theology / Catholic studies & Catholic leadership
Master degree
Education
18
5
4
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NAPLAN
St Martin’s Catholic Primary School
SCHOOL SUMMARY REPORT 2012
YEAR 3
Count of students who were present, absent, exempted and withdrawn
Component
Present
Reading
Writing
Spelling
Grammar and
Punctuation
Numeracy
No calculator
Absent
Exempted
Withdrawn
51
51
51
51
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
3
3
3
3
49
2
0
3
Participation
Rate
94%
94%
94%
94%
91%
School Mean Scores – Proficiency band and % of students who achieved National Minimum Standard
(NMS)
Mean Score
Mean Score as
Proficiency Band
% of students who
achieved the NMS
Component
2010
2011
2012
2010
2011
2012
2010
2011
2012
Reading
415
412
408.1
4
4
4
94
100
96
Writing
420
387
389.3
4
4
4
94
94
100
Spelling
406
419
413.9
4
4
4
94
97
96
Grammar and
punctuation
414
426
394
4
5
4
88
97
92
Numeracy
386
405
381.1
4
4
4
94
97
94
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YEAR 5
Count of students who were present, absent, exempted and withdrawn
Component
Present
Reading
Writing
Spelling
Grammar and
punctuation
Numeracy
Absent
Exempted
Withdrawn
30
30
30
30
0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
30
0
1
1
Participation
Rate
97%
97%
97%
97%
97%
School Mean Scores – Proficiency band and % of students who achieved
National Minimum Standard (NMS)
Mean Score
Component
Reading
2010
454
2011
2012
460
498.1
Mean Score as
Proficiency Band
2010
5
% of students who
achieved the NMS
2011
2012
2010
2011
2012
5
6
75
87
94
Writing
472
467
463
5
5
5
74
90
84
Spelling
465
485
482.2
5
6
6
86
97
90
Grammar and
punctuation
475
474
482.7
5
5
6
75
97
90
Numeracy
440
452
472.2
5
5
5
80
93
90
Estimated standardised student progress between 2010 and 2012 Literacy and Numeracy Tests
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Year 5 continued…
Mean Score
Component
Reading
2010
454
2011
2012
460
498.1
Mean Score as
Proficiency Band
2010
5
% of students who
achieved the NMS
2011
2012
2010
2011
2012
5
6
75
87
94
Writing
472
467
463
5
5
5
74
90
84
Spelling
465
485
482.2
5
6
6
86
97
90
Grammar and
punctuation
475
474
482.7
5
5
6
75
97
90
Numeracy
440
452
472.2
5
5
5
80
93
90
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YEAR 7
Count of students who were present, absent, exempted and withdrawn
Component
Present
Absent
Exempted
Withdrawn
Reading
Writing
Spelling
Grammar and
Punctuation
Numeracy
33
34
33
33
1
0
1
1
0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
Participation
Rate
94%
97%
94%
94%
34
0
0
1
97%
School Mean Scores – Proficiency band and % of students who achieved National
Minimum Standard (NMS)
Mean Score
Mean Score as
Proficiency Band
% of students who
achieved the NMS
Component
2010
2011
2012
2010
2011
2012
2010
2011
2012
Reading
552
537
494.5
7
7
6
94
98
85
Writing
573
556
522.4
7
7
6
97
95
94
Spelling
563
551
522.9
7
7
6
97
95
88
Grammar and
punctuation
551
534
506.4
7
7
6
91
95
94
Numeracy
536
531
500.6
7
7
6
94
98
97
Year 7 continued….
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Estimated standardised student progress between 2010 and 2012 Literacy and Numeracy Tests
Reading
School
Numeracy
All students
School
All students
PROGRESS
Low
52%
25%
34%
25%
Medium
35%
50%
38%
50%
Upper
13%
25%
28%
25%
NAPLAN RESULTS 2012
GROWTH
2010-2012
Year 5
Naplan data comparing reading progress between 2010-2012 showed 71% medium growth and 12%
upper growth. In the area of Numeracy it showed 59% medium growth and 18% Upper Growth.
Year 7
Naplan data comparing reading progress between 2010-2012 showed that students achieved 35%
medium growth and 13% upper growth.
In the area of Numeracy students achieved 38% medium growth and 28% upper growth.
Our goal is to move the medium growth students from to upper growth and move low growth students
to medium growth.
CELEBRATIONS
Students who have been identified with ESL, Special Needs and “at risk” and have participated in
intervention programs in which many have achieved at or above National Minimum Standard.
I am pleased to report that:
 15 students achieved above minimum national standard in year 3
 7 students achieved above minimum national standard in year 5
 7 students achieved above minimum national standard in year 7
Many year 5 and 7 who undertook the St Martin’s intervention programs achieved “medium growth”
from 2010-2012
STUDENTS WHO DIDN’T ACHIEVE MINIMUM STANDARD
YEAR 3
READING
WRITING
SPELLING
PUNCTUATION NUMERACY
AND
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GRAMMAR
2
YEAR 5
READING
2
YEAR 7
READING
5
0
WRITING
2
SPELLING
4
WRITING
4
3
SPELLING
2
3
3
PUNCTUATION NUMERACY
AND
GRAMMAR
3
3
PUNCTUATION NUMERACY
AND
GRAMMAR
3
1
These students have been identified and will be monitored in 2013 to watch their progress and teachers
will provide learning opportunities that will support these students in future learning.
FUTURE DIRECTIONS
ENGLISH
In 2012 there was a focus on developing Reading strategies, as part of the National Partnership project.
The staff worked collaboratively with the Reading Coach to develop pedagogical practice, with the
aim of improving student outcomes. The results indicate that there has been an improvement in
Literacy since the introduction of National Partnerships and this can be attributed to the focussed
approach and teamwork.
Teachers will analyse the NAPLAN data specific to their year level, and meet with the Key Literacy
Teacher/Coach to plan a Literacy programme for 2013. Areas identified from the 2012 NAPLAN data
will be embedded in the learning programme. Staff will focus on teaching to these targeted areas to
improve student learning, which will be discussed during the planning session with each individual
teacher at the beginning of 2013. The focus will be to move students who experienced medium growth
to achieve upper growth and continue to move students from low to medium growth.
MATHS
In 2012 there was a focus on the Australian Curriculum in the area of Mathematics. Teachers
undertook professional development during staff meetings and unpacked the expectations of the
Australian Curriculum and began planning their Mathematics topics for 2013. In term 2 staff attended
a regional Numeracy professional development day and follow up sessions occurred in staff meetings
on the learning that had taken place. This year Katherine Belperio, who has been teaching year 1,
continued her involvement in the 3 year Numeracy project being undertaken at the Catholic Education
Office. In 2013, Katie Downie will be undertaking this project. A Maths equipment audit was
undertaken so that teachers had easy access to resources when teaching particular Maths topics. Texts
were also purchased from R-7 to align with the Australian Curriculum demands in this area, with a
particular emphasis on inquiry learning and problem solving. Teachers will analyse the NAPLAN data
specific to their level and the areas identified for growth. This will be embedded in the learning
programme. There will be a focus in 2013 with the continued implementation of the Australian
Curriculum: Maths. In 2013 there will be more of a focus on the general capabilities.
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FOCUS AREAS FOR 2013
YEAR 3 RESULTS
English
Students have demonstrated that they have a good understanding of the reading strategies taught this
year. The spelling results were strong this year with 15 questions exceeding the nation’s correct
percentages. A focus next year will be on developing skills in Numeracy and Writing.




Planning with the KLT/Coach for 2013 focussing on explicitly teaching literacy strategies in
the following areas:
o Inferring unfamiliar words
o Using background knowledge for reasoning
o Inferring character/s
In 2013, the planning sessions for Year 4 students will be to focus on the strategies listed above
and to strengthen reading comprehension.
Professional Learning in 2012 included; identifying the literacy strategies needed for integrated
learning in other areas of the curriculum including; History and Science and identifying the
learning intentions of each lesson.
The National Partnerships coach will work with the Year 2 teachers during Term 4, 2012 to
help prepare students for the NAPLAN in 2013.
Maths
These are the following areas that students in year Reception to year 4 will need to focus on in 2013:
 Location
 Chance events
 Patterning
 Algebra
 Volume
 Money
 Time
YEAR 5 RESULTS
English
Student results were very strong in the area of reading with 23 out of 38 questions exceeding the
percentage of the nation’s correct answers. The results in Writing also indicated an area of strength
this year with only a couple of areas needing refinement. Our performance in numeracy, punctuation
and grammar indicate that further development is required.
 Professional Learning in 2012 included; identifying the literacy strategies needed for integrated
learning in other areas of the curriculum including History and Science and identifying the
learning intentions of each lesson.
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
Planning with the KLT/Coach for 2013 with a focus on NAPLAN preparation for year 5 and
explicitly teaching the cohort of students the same literacy strategies taught in 2012 with a
focus on the following areas; Interpreting strategies – synonymous matching, information,
effects of literacy devices, reasons for an opinion, overall intended goal in an information text
and argumentative text.
Maths
These are the following areas that students in years 5 to 7 need to focus on in 2013
 Time
 Volume
 Money
 Algebraic patterning
 Angles
 Time
 Place value
YEAR 7 RESULTS
English
Our year 7 writing results were outstanding, exceeding well above the national results and only
needing attention in the areas of punctuation in writing.
In the other subject areas the year 7 results were low, and after analysing the data it was apparent that
this was indicative in all states of Australia.
 Professional Learning in 2012 included; identifying the literacy strategies needed for integrated
learning in other areas of the curriculum including; History and Science and identifying the
learning intentions of each lesson.
 Planning with the KLT/Coach for 2013 with a focus on NAPLAN preparation for year 6 and
explicitly teaching the cohort of students the same literacy strategies taught in 2012 with a
focus on the following areas; inferring, locating direct information, identifying and interpreting
aspects of a text.
 Spelling, numeracy, grammar and punctuation will need to be an ongoing focus next year.
Maths
These are the following areas that students in year Reception to four need to focus on in 2013
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Using Calculators
 Millions
 Temperature
 Pie graphs
 Tables
 Picture graphs
 Problem solving
 Flow charts
 Mass
 Percentage
 Algebraic problem solving
Non – calculator
 Number sentences
 Flips, slides, turns
 Prime numbers
 Algebra with shapes
 Time
 Patterning with tiles
 Chance with dice
 Graph analysing
 Two step problem solving
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St Martin’s Annual General Meeting
Tuesday 12 February 2013
2012 Chairperson of School Board Report
Throughout 2012 the St Martin’s Catholic Primary School Board have successfully investigated,
discussed, deliberated and made decisions on many issues and policy areas.
Some of the issues the Board have considered in our monthly meetings this year include:
 Various applications for grants or funding for a variety of school projects including;
 Formalisation of technical plans for the redevelopment of the two residences on the eastern
side of the school oval to become a new dual purpose “Kiss and Drop” and hard play area.
 Establishment of a pre-school playgroup programme.
 Review of a broad range of existing and newly formalised school policies in preparation for
the pending requirements of the Non-Government Schools Registration Board.
 Issues and concerns raised by parents both directly with the board and through feedback
provided in parent/student surveys.
 Various OHS&W Issues including a review of traffic control surrounding school grounds.
 Review of the school’s financial position and finance policies.
 Consideration of the pastoral care needs of our students including putting the foundations in
place for the future roll out of “KidsMatter” framework.
 Consideration of the broad range of educational opportunities, resources, facilities and
experiences available to our staff and students.
 Becoming familiar with and considering the impact of proposed changes to Federal
Government funding for schools.
 Review of recommendations for staff appointments, leave and professional training &
development.
 Encouraging and supporting all the efforts undertaken by our student’s parents and caregivers
and particularly the many successful initiatives and hard work of our school’s Parents and
Friends group.
All discussions and decisions made by the Board are geared toward getting the best outcomes for
students and providing support to our teaching staff, who do a tremendous job of delivering the best
possible education to our students.
Having served previously on the St Martin’s Catholic Primary School Board in 2008 and 2009, I had
the opportunity of serving again in 2012 with the added privilege of holding the position of
chairperson.
Being on the School Board has given me an interesting perspective of how our school operates.
Unfortunately this is an opportunity only a relative few get to experience. While I have always been
mindful of the effort that goes into educating our children, it wasn’t until spending some time on the
Board that I truly appreciated the magnitude of the task and the number of groups involved including:
Catholic Education SA, the Federation of Catholic Schools Parents, the P&F group, OHSC staff,
grounds, canteen, administration, teaching support and finance staff and above all the dedicated and
talented teaching staff, Deputy Principal and Principal.
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While I hesitate to mention individuals, as I know there are many committed staff at our school that
go the extra mile, I must acknowledged the dedication displayed and hard work undertaken by Maria
D’Aloia. While I have minimal involvement at the school day to day I have had the opportunity to
work closely with Maria on many occasions this year and her commitment and effort across such a
wide range of tasks never ceases to amaze me. Maria is continually seeking out opportunities to
improve our school and is quick to initiate action to take advantage of those opportunities. As any
good leader would do, she encourages the involvement of others. While doing this she is always
available to parents, staff and students to address their daily concerns. Not to mention the concerns of
Board members, the Parish, and the Catholic Education Office.
I will end my report by saying, if as a Board we continue to develop and encourage the active
involvement of our student’s families in school life, in partnership with school staff, our school will
continue to prosper and our students will reach their full potential. If we all work together to realise
our Vision our children will leave St Martin’s as well-educated, caring, self-confident individuals,
capable of meeting the challenges of high school head on.
Andrew Caruana
Chairperson - St Martin’s Primary School Board
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St Martin’s Annual General Meeting
Tuesday 12 February 2013
2012 Treasurer’s Report
Finance Report 2012
Introduction
Tonight I will be presenting to our community the St. Martin’s Catholic Primary School financial
statement for 2012.
During 2012 the School board has been able to implement a number of initiatives, due to the wellestablished structure from the previous year’s financial management.
Performance
Recurrent Income & Expenditure:
 On a cash flow basis we returned a positive result of approx. $93k, against a budgeted loss.
Expenditure was only 4% over the budget, which is a good result and couldn’t be achieved
without the effort and contribution of all staff at St. Martins being aware of their financial
commitments in special programs, excursions and class activities.
 Significant contributors:
o Additional funds of over $113k were received during the year from the State
Government for $38k additional Special Needs remaining difference is apportionment
of grant monies between State & Commonwealth Governments.
o Payments of over 75% more than budget from Catholic Education Office (CEO)
relating to staff salary reimbursements.
o Interest payments were approx 5% under budget. This is contributed to by interest rate
reductions; however our principle repayments were 4% over budget which is also a
good result to continue to reduce our debt.
 The OHSC and VAC programmes again produced a positive operating outcome.
Congratulations to Donna Hulley and her team in achieving this. The Commonwealth
Government’s policy changes in Childcare required up-skilling of staff.
 The Canteen produced a smaller loss than budget, which is a good outcome. Nives Grgic has
done a great job in managing the canteen and achieved 0.5% variation against the operating
expenses from the budget.
 The Parents and Friend’s generated over $8,600 and generously purchased robotic kits for the
year 6 & 7 students this year with a value of $727. The rest of the funds raised are being saved
towards going to landscaping of the new ‘Kiss & Drop’ zone. Fund raising events included the
Mothers’ and Fathers’ Day stalls, Bingo Night, the ever popular School Discos catering for the
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sports day, concerts and newly introduced sausage sizzles at Northfield Woollies. To all the
members that helped during 2012 well done and thank you, a very good result.
Capital Income and Expenditure:
 There were no capital projects requiring Federal or State government funding in 2012.
 Capital expenditure for school equipment and consolidated loans was 3% under budget. Capital
purchases included the balcony blinds and an air-conditioner.
Items of interest in relation to our performance through the year include:
 The Commonwealth Government has provided funds to employ a Literacy Coach as part of the
National Partnership on Literacy and Numeracy.
 State Government funds contributed to staff and ESO’s to help children with special needs.
 A total of $393k was paid off our CDF loan (Catholic Development Fund). An interest subsidy
of $100,000 was received from CEO and our school community contributed the balance toward
debt repayment.
 OHSC fees increased marginally, however they are still very competitive to other programs in
our area.
 Uniform shop stock buy out continued through 2012 and is now complete.
Closing
We continue to carry debt from capital commitments made in the late 1990’s that does make the
financial management of the school very challenging. We are however reassured by our partnership
with CEO, with a commitment to the 5 year financial plan to assure our ongoing financial viability. An
updated 5 year plan will be prepared in 2013.
The 2013 budget has been drafted and submitted to CEO, based on the 2012 results with
approximately 5% increase in line with CEO recommendations. Also included for 2013 are the capital
requirements for the new ‘Kiss and Drop’ project, which is funded by Commonwealth Government
Grant.
I would like to acknowledge Maria who continues the difficult task of vision for the future, while
maintaining a focus on the daily financial constraints.
Finally, I would like to thank Sue Mellon, who not only supports Maria with the ideas on how to fund
the vision, but whose patience guides me through what is required in the financial stewardship of St
Martins.
Peter Watterson
Chair of the Finance Committee.
12 Feb 2013
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St Martin’s Annual General Meeting
2013
FINANCIAL CASH STATEMENT FOR YEAR ENDING 31 DECEMBER 2012
Actual
Jan-Dec 2012
Budget
Jan-Dec 2012
as presented
to AGM
Budget
Jan-Dec 2013
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
579,187
101,004
26,906
3,154
645,048
1,900,411
10,767
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
561,785
76,850
25,710
3,000
531,256
2,015,845
-
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
587,950
80,000
28,615
2,500
512,840
2,099,160
-
Total
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
201,750
311,646
40,543
34,612
21,500
3,876,528
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
50,385
313,061
7,300
22,557
5,000
3,612,749
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
185,934
315,827
27,045
20,175
21,484
5,000
3,886,530
Total
$
$
$
19,365
19,365
$
$
$
25,873
25,873
$
$
$
200,000
24,070
224,070
-$
-$
-$
-$
-$
-$
-$
-$
-$
-$
-$
-$
-$
2,042,804
10,767
332,009
256,430
70,447
74,259
59,052
99,720
158,475
18,117
4,043
164,526
1,070
-$
$
-$
-$
-$
-$
-$
-$
-$
-$
-$
-$
$
1,855,240
335,829
223,666
69,312
80,035
66,005
96,715
175,970
30,745
8,570
160,124
-
-$
$
-$
-$
-$
-$
-$
-$
-$
-$
-$
-$
-$
2,014,330
351,935
248,068
85,713
82,335
69,800
118,436
196,010
26,665
5,150
184,815
3,000
Canteen/OSHC/Uniform Shop
-$
257,501
-$
302,481
-$
308,021
OSHC overhead facility costs
Interest on loans
Computer lease expenses
-$
-$
-$
-$
21,500
177,482
35,263
3,783,462
$
-$
-$
-$
184,585
36,423
3,625,700
-$
-$
-$
-$
21,484
156,265
51,061
3,923,088
RECURRENT INCOME
Tuition & Resource Fees
Resource Fees received in advance
Student Activities
Interest
State Government Grant
Commonwealth Government Grant
Commonwealth Government - PPL
Other - CEO
Canteen/OSHC/Uniform Shop
Sundry
Hire/rent facilities
OSHC overhead facility costs
Parent & Friends donation
NON CURRENT INCOME
BGA Grant - Kiss & Drop Zone 2012/2013
Student levies
RECURRENT EXPENDITURE
Teaching Salaries
Commonwealth Government - PPL
School Support Staff Salaries
Salary Related Costs
Classroom Programs
Student Activities
Computing Expenses
Administration Overheads
Buildings/Grounds Overheads
Teaching Overheads
School Community
Levies
OHSW
Total
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Budget
Jan-Dec 2012
as presented to
AGM
CAPITAL INCOME
BGA Grant - Kiss & Drop Zone 2012/2013
Total
$
$
Total
-$
-$
-$
-$
-$
-$
11,881
17,642
4,070
13,127
216,419
263,139
-$
-$
-$
$
-$
-$
-$
-$
68,929
68,929
$
$
-$
219,638
CAPITAL EXPENDITURE
Furniture & Equipment
Computer Equipment
Capital works
BGA Grant - Kiss & Drop Zone 2012/2013
Principle on Loans
Creditors as at 31 December 2012
Cash Result Deficit:
-
$
$
-
10,000
20,500
32,860
208,320
271,680
-$258,758
Budget
Jan-Dec 2013
$
-$
-$
-$
-$
-$
-$
$
$
-
14,000
10,000
35,000
200,000
237,985
496,985
-
-$
309,473
$
397,279
Less budget result 2013
-$
309,473
Anticipated carried forward to 2014
$
87,806
2012
b/fwd cash balance
Reconciled Cash at bank 31 December 2011
less Result 2012
carried forward to 1/1/2013
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$
-$
616,917
219,638
$
397,279
St Martin’s Annual General Meeting
2013
2012 Parents & Friends Report
During 2012 the P & F continued to work collaboratively with the school board, staff & parents at St
Martin’s to build a sense of community, involving new members of our community whilst supporting
the school with fundraising and support.
COMMUNITY SERVICES
The P & F’s main role is to build community spirit by supporting school events, as well as organising
social events. Fundraising is not often the main emphasis but ensuring that a good time is had by all
and friendships are formed while supporting our school financially. This year the P & F donated
$727.00 to the Robotics program.
The school business & service directory has also become increasingly popular, advertising businesses
and services that are owned by the families in our school at no charge. This also will be done again in
2013.
The P&F spent the remaining balance of the “Parents In Education” grant by organising educational
consultant, Mark Le Messurier to present a workshop on “Real Ideas to Build Better Relationships &
Behaviours.” An invitation was extended to other parents whose children attended schools in the
North Eastern Region.
There was enormous support from the school community this year with the Woolworths Earn & Learn,
& Coles shopping dockets. The school will be receiving learning and sports equipment free of charge
from these promotions. Thank you once again for supporting this.
The P & F are committed to the notion of continuous improvement, also advocated by the school, so
please help us by letting us know what other events or things you would like us to consider in 2013 &
beyond. Your input is truly valued and appreciated.
In 2012 P & F organised the following events:













Sports day – March =$2,608.79 profit
Entertainment books – June =$1,274.00 profit
Mother’s day stall – May =$1,386.03 profit
Disco – Term 2 =$812.50 profit
Bingo = $1,075.50 profit
Woolworths BBQ = $665.65 profit
Disco – Term 4 =$849.90 profit
Father’s day Stall – September =$646.05 profit
“Charlie & the Chocolate Factory” = $949.02 profit
Athletes’ Foot = $120.00 profit
St Martin’s Day BBQ
Mark Le Messurier workshop
Morning teas for transition parents
Morning tea for Grandparent’s Day
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As mentioned the main emphasis for the P & F is FUN raising, but as demonstrated we not only had
fun but raised significant funds for the school during 2012, with every event producing a profit. Funds
from these events will be used in 2013 to landscape the school after the development of the proposed
“Kiss and Drop” area.
MEETINGS
Meetings were held monthly alternating between Monday & Wednesday nights at 7pm and for the
most part there was a very successful turn out. Our meeting dates were advertised in the school
newsletter every week.
In conclusion we would like to thank everyone who was involved with and/or supported St Martin’s P
& F throughout 2012! It would not be the committee it is without everyone’s input and time. We
encourage everyone that is a parent or family member with children at St Martin’s to join the P & F or
support the events in anyway they can, as it really is enjoyable & your children will love that you have
taken an interest in their school too.
We extend our sincere appreciation for the continued support of the students, staff & parents
throughout 2013.
Allison McCloy
Chairperson
P & F Committee 2012
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Cash Statement - January to December 2012
INCOME
Entertainment Books
Athletes Foot Promotion
Sports Day
Mother's Day Stall
Discos
Bingo Night
Father's Day Stall
Woolworths BBQ stall
School Concert Sausage Sizzle and Drinks
P & F Support and Catering
Bank Credit Interest
Funds To School - Robotics
Pie Grant
$ 1,274.00
Total Income
$15,182.73
$
120.00
$ 3,982.80
$ 1,547.45
$ 2,364.90
$ 1,272.85
$ 1,764.50
$ 1,382.67
$ 1,397.10
$
-
$
76.46
$
-
$
-
EXPENDITURE
Entertainment Books
Athletes Foot Promotion
Sports Day
Mother's Day Stall
Discos
Bingo Night
Father's Day Stall
Woolworths BBQ stall
School Concert Sausage Sizzle and Drinks
P & F Support and Catering
Funds To School - Robotics
Pie Grant
$
-
$
-
Total Expenses
$ 6,580.47
Net Result - surplus
$ 8,602.26
$ 1,374.01
$
251.68
$
692.50
$
197.35
$ 1,118.45
$
717.02
$
448.08
$
394.38
$
727.00
$
660.00
Represented by:
Reconciled cash at bank 31 December 2011
$ 7,121.47
Plus net cash result 2012
$ 8,602.26
Reconciled cash at bank 31 December 2012
$15,723.73
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St Martin’s Annual General Meeting
2013
2012 OHSW Performance Report
Report to the Board 12 February 2013
Purpose
To provide a summary of progress and current status of OHS&W strategies, processes and activities
within the organisation to demonstrate:
 OHS&W systems are working effectively
 Management commitment
 Control measures are in place
 There is evidence of continual improvement
Use of Reports
Reporting on OH&S will assist the organisation to identify any emerging trends, measure and compare
their OH&S performance, demonstrate their achievements in workplace safety and employee welfare,
promote development of strategies to improve OHS&W performance, and will assist the School Board
to determine future budget and resourcing requirements.
Instructions for Use
The OHS&W Performance report should include:
1.
Injury Data
Summarise injury data for the reporting period for both workers compensation claims and
incident data. This will include a more detailed breakdown of part of body injured.
2.
Reportable Incidents
Provide information on any reportable incidents to Workplace Services and actions taken as a
result. Reportable incidents include: death, injury that results in admittance to a hospital, fire,
electrocution etc.
3.
Consultation
Identify the number of planned OH&S consultative meetings and workplace inspections
against those conducted.
4.
Training
Identify the number of new employees, those inducted and training planned against conducted.
5.
Safety Initiatives
This section should be used to describe any OH&S improvements or initiatives, any awards
received or any contribution made towards improving safety at a site or license level.
6.
Future Safety Improvements
Describe any areas identified for future improvements. These improvements may have been
identified as a result of hazard reports, audits, workplace inspections, incidents, maintenance,
etc.
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OHS&W Performance Report
Responsibility
It is the responsibility of the Principal/Manager to:
 ensure the reports are completed and presented to Board meetings
 summarise the reports and provide reports as per distribution below.
Audit
Application of this report may be subject to audit.
Report Summary
The following is a summary of OHS&W performance for the reporting period January to December
2012.
1.
Injury Data
Injury data for the reporting period is summarised in the tables below.
Total no. workers compensation
claims
No. of injuries resulting in lost time
Total no. of incidents/injuries/near
miss reports
2
1
4
Total no. employees currently on
rehabilitation
Total lost time
Total no. of investigations conducted
1
25 Weeks
4
Summary of body parts injured from workers compensation claims and incident reports.
Part of Body
Upper Limb
Lower limb
Back
Trunk
Psychological
No. Injuries
3
2
1
Part of Body
Wrist
Feet/toes
Eyes
Face - Nose
Other (stomach)
No. Injuries
1
Note: A lost time injury is a work related injury that results in time off work by way of a
Prescribed Medical Certificate.
2.
Reportable Incidents
The number of reportable incidents to Workplace Services: Nil
Workplace Services attended: No
Actions taken as a result of incident: N/A
3.
Consultation
The number of scheduled OH&S consultative meetings and workplace safety inspections versus actual
is shown below.
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Frequency
Meetings
These meetings are contained within Weekly Staff
Meetings. Minutes are kept and are available in the
‘Staff Meetings’ folder.
Workplace Safety Inspections
Planned
Achieved
1
1
OHS&W Performance Report
4.
Training
The number of employees inducted and trained according to the training program are
summarised below.
There are still a number of employees who have training to complete, they have been
notified.
No. of new employees:
Teachers - 3
OSHC – 3
TRT – 4
ESO - 2
12 No. of new employees inducted within
one week of commencement of work
Training Program
Conflict Resolution
Manual Handling
Emergency Warden – Designated wardens
Slips, trips & falls
Workplace bullying
Working at heights – Maintenance
Risk Assessment
Hazard Management
5.
Audits
Summary of Internal and External Audits conducted
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Achieved
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
12
Date
Areas Audited
Non-conformances
Observation
s
INTERNAL AUDITS (undertaken by OHSW Coordinator)
Term 2
2012
 Incident Reporting
 Electrical
 Manual Handling
o Nil
o Nil
o Nil
o
o
o
Nil
Nil
Nil
Term 4
2012
 Management of
Substances
o No assessment prior to
purchase.
o Risk Assessments
to be completed.
o There is no PPE
Register.
o Nil
o No Risk Assessments
o Nil
o Ladder Register to be
compiled
o
Nil
o
o
o
o
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
 Purchasing
 Voice
 Volunteers
 Fall Prevention/Working
At Heights
OHS&W Performance Report
6.
OHS&W Performance Report




7.
Significant Hazards Identified

8.
Evacuation drills have been conducted. As per a CEO requirement, that is one per term,
3 were conducted. The drill for First Term was cancelled due to lack of time.
Training Program for 2012 has been completed and details are noted above.
Training for 2013 has been identified through the Staff Performance Review process.
A tree register has been compiled and work has been carried out on trees that were
identified as being at risk.
No hazards have been identified.
Areas Identified for Future Improvement
The following are areas which were identified for future improvement e.g.:



Risk Assessments on plant and machinery are still being compiled.
Individual Chemical Substance Registers with Material Safety Data Sheets have been
completed for all classrooms. OSHC, Art and Maintenance Shed are still being
compiled. Hazardous Chemicals have been identified and are being risk assessed.
Contractor Management has been a challenge. Getting the required paper work from
companies and individuals each year is an ongoing problem.
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9.
Comments

The O.H.S.& W. Co-ordinator has been proactive in attending a number of meetings at CEO
during the year.
Name:
Susanne Harding
Positions/Role:
Deputy Principal/OHS&W Officer
Date:
6/2/2013
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St Martin’s Annual General Meeting
2013
2012 Canteen Report
The St Martin’s Canteen is located in the Community Hall kitchen in the School Hall and operates five
days a week providing both recess and lunch orders. A comprehensive menu list is provided to all
families.
The Canteen has a window located in the School Hall which is opened at lunch time for over the
counter sales. Window sales commence after the students have eaten their lunch. Window sales
include fresh fruit, ice blocks, ice creams, crisps, drinks and a small range of sweets.
As a result of the Parent Satisfaction Survey 2012 it was decided to trial a broader range of foods.
This has included more vegetarian options and halal products. The new products have been introduced
on a trial basis and if successful, will be offered permanently.
The Canteen organised ‘special days' during the year and this will continue in 2013. These are usually
‘Footy Donut Days’ and ‘Sausage Sizzle Days’. It is important to have timelines for ordering on these
days as the orders need to be placed with the suppliers due to the high number of items required. Your
support with keeping to the specified timelines is appreciated.
In order to attract more volunteers in the Canteen and raise community involvement in the School, I
will trial a new roster in 2013 requesting help between 12.00pm and 2.00pm each day to assist me
serving during the lunch break. A roster will be placed in the Canteen for volunteers to add their
names to any vacant time slots. I am hoping that by asking for volunteers to help for a specified period
of time may encourage many of you to consider helping, even if it is only once a term.
Please support your School Canteen, without your support our aim to provide this service to our
School community at no cost to the School cannot be achieved.
Nives Grgic
Canteen Manager
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St Martin’s Annual General Meeting
2013
2012 OSHC Report
Attendance Average for 2012
 Before School Care
 After School Care
 Vacation Care
30
20
50
Fees
Increase in Before School Care from $6.50 to $7.00
Vacation Care Excursion Days from $45.00 to $48.00
Vacation Care Incursion Days from $45.00 to $48.00
These fees were carefully worked out using a budget program and were calculated to cover the cost of
both Qualified and Unqualified staff, buses and prices of the excursions. Incursion Days incur costs
because of the fees charged by the people and organizations that visit us and provide a service. These
days are kept to a minimum to ensure the cost to parents is as reasonable as possible. A survey of other
OSHC/Vacation Care services in the surrounding areas has been undertaken to ensure we keep our
prices at a comparable rate.
Enrolments – 2012
Enrolments have increased and continue to grow with the new intake of Reception children.
Departures
We farewell 6 children who have transitioned to High School and we wish them all the best.
OSHC Program
During the year the children have participated in some fantastic experiences through the After School
and Vacation Care program.
These include such highlights as:


“Visiting” New Zealand for the day, singing songs from New Zealand, cooking and eating
different food.
Participating in a range of activities for Australia Day; we made a very successful batch of
damper, enjoyed the traditional thong throwing contest, covered a very patient staff member in
Australian tattoos!
Excursion Days are very popular with a large number of children attending Wizz Bang Café,
Team Trampoline and The Odeon Cinema at Semaphore were extremely enjoyable days for all.
These will continue to be part of our program due to popular demand.
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“My Time Our Place” framework continues to encompass our program, ensuring our staff develops a
learning community approach within the team. We continue to collect evidence for the National
Quality Framework; we collate and use this documentation to enhance our program for both Before
School Care and Afterschool Care.
Staff are encouraged to attend professional development evenings, this ensures a higher standard of
care for the children is provided. All staff are participating in professional learning and training,
namely; the OSHC Diploma or University Degrees, in the area of teaching.
We look forward to another exciting and enjoyable year in 2013.
Donna Hulley
Director
OSHC
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