Issue 2 – 6 Feb - Ascot State School

Art Teacher: Carla Adams joins the Ascot Team! Mrs Adams is our Art Teacher.
Art lessons will start next week on Tuesday and Wednesday. Year 2 and 4 are our
first classes to experience the lessons.
Thank you to our P&C for funding and supporting the Art Teacher position.
School Absences
Parents are reminded that if their child is away from school, could they please phone the School
early in the morning? Parents can ring our ABSENTEE LINE ON 3326 9360 and leave an
appropriate message.
Parenting Tip Sheet
Each fortnight I include a Parenting Tip Sheet in the Digest. All Parenting Sheets can be found on
the school website. This week‟s topic is on Friendship Skills. Friendship skills are generally
developmental. That is, kids grow into these skills given exposure to different situations and with
adult help.
Early Years Update
How to get involved
As a parent, you play a vital role in your child‟s education. By getting involved in the school you can
help your child make a smooth and happy start to their education.
You can do this by:
introducing yourself to your child‟s teacher
sharing information with your child‟s teacher
keeping the teacher informed of any changes that may affect your child
talking with your child about their day
attending parent information sessions
reading the school newsletter
checking school bulletin boards
attending family fun days
participating in a safe walk to school program with other children or families who live nearby
attending parent meetings and talking to other parents
volunteering to attend school excursions or participate in classroom activities
participating in school working bees.
Things you can do at home
You can also help your child progress at school by taking some simple steps at home:
take an interest in your child‟s schooling and value the importance of attending. Ask your child
over dinner, “What new things did you do at school today?”
2014 Waiting List
The Waiting List for 2014 is now open.
Melissa