Newsletter Term 4 Week 5
Important Dates
Week 7
Thursday 28th November- Whole School Concert (Evening)
Week 8
Wednesday 4th December- End of Year Assembly
Week 9
Wednesday 11th December- Casual Day and Year 6 Graduation Ceremony (Evening)
Friday 13th December- Last Day of the Year 2:10 pm dismissal
WPPS in 1924-1925
Remembrance Day 2024
On Friday the 3rd of November Warrant Officer 2nd Class Tyrone Barnacle-Watts visited the year 4 students from LC1 and LC2 to share about his experience in the Australian Army. Here is some feedback from the students.
Today Warrant Officer Tyrone Barnacle-Watts came to visit LC1, and I learnt that what they carry weighs a bit more than 60kg which is almost double my weight! It was very interesting and we all learnt so much. One of the definite highlights was when we all got to try on his heavy body armour and helmet. We also got to look at his food, which is very limited. Tyrone’s job outside of the army is a school P.E teacher. All soldiers have to get a new medical certificate every three years.
Alice C
I learnt that being a soldier you have to be very fit and strong. We tried on a helmet and some body armour they were both really heavy. Tyrone told us that he is a school teacher, he teaches P.E. We learnt that you have to carry about 60kg worth of weapons, resources and lots of bags and things. Tyrone has been in the army for about 35 years.
Harvey
He had a very cool and organised ammunition system, and he had so much storage, and everything was so convenient to get and that’s important in the army. His full name was Warrant Officer 2nd Class Tyrone Barnacle-Watts, it was a bit of a mouthful. He was really hardworking, and he was also a PE teacher, and that was cool.
He told some really interesting stories, and he even gave us high fives at the end!
Owen
Today Warrant Officer 2nd Class Tyrone Barnacle-Watts taught us all about what it’s like to work in the army. He showed us all the supplies he needs in the army. My favourite part was when we got to try on his helmet and vest and they were way heavier than I anticipated. I also enjoyed when he explained all about the training they have to go through to get into the army. Tyrone has been to so many mind blowing places. All the gear he has to take with him weighs more than 60kg which is more than double my weight. It’s amazing how they carry all that gear with them.
Maddy J
I enjoyed learning about what life in the army is like. I tried on a helmet and body armour and they were really heavy. I learnt that there are around 40,000 people in the army and around 45,000 people who work in the army part-time. Tyrone Barnacle-Watts is also a P.E teacher. The bags the soldiers carry weigh more than 60kg! Tyrone Barnacle-Watts also had to eat the same food for a whole month!
April
Remembrance Day Assembly 2024
Well-done for an excellent Remembrance Assembly by LC1 year 4. Students stepped out of their comfort zone and took an opportunity to learn new skills while worked as a team.
All our guest were impressed by the students clear speaking and show of respect of the occasion.
Our guest included the Federal Member for Boothby, Ms Louise Miller-Frost. Once again, the school is grateful for the assistance from the 10/27th Battalion with musician Michael Bampton and our guest speaker Warren Officer 2nd Class Tyrone Barnacle-Watts.
During week 4, LC1 raised money for the Return Services League (R.S.L) from the selling of Poppies and stickers.
Pedal Prix Break up
On Thursday the 30th we held our Pedal Prix breakup with a sausage sizzle and medallions going out to all riders. Congratulations to all riders for their efforts this year. We also farewelled Sean, Fran and Brett from the program and thanked them for their amazing commitment and involvement in running the program. Special thanks to all the parents who helped make the program a success this year with a special mention to the amazing Pam for giving up her entire weekend to cater us at the Murray Bridge 24 hour. Congratulations to Seb A and Thomas M for jointly winning the rider of the year trophy, well deserved boys!
Caine's Arcade
LC4
On Monday we started Caine’s Arcade. Caine’s Arcade is a big week. It is the biggest week of the year for Year 3s.
Henry
I chose Lucy as my Caine’s Arcade partner. I know that she is a resilient person. We went on an iPad to get ideas or Caine’s Arcade. We were planning a bop it games or a target game.
We started building our game out of cardboard. It was a bit tricky. Our first one didn’t work out so Christina helped us a bit. We ended up building a “knock the dogs down” game.
The first class came. Me and Lucy had a lot of teamwork handling it all. We got lots of customers on the first day. More classes came too.
Isabel
It was really challenging when we started researching because we had no clue what we were going to choose. Then we found the perfect one, it was simple and we had the perfect box as well.
It was time to look at our plan and build it out of cardboard boxes. It was tricky because you couldn’t do it on your own (not including showcasing) because one person has to hold it while the other had to cut. I think all of the games including ours evolved into a different game!
Showcasing days were probably the hardest days.
Lenny
On Monday we got into our groups. I was in a group of three with Tom and Leo KG. After that we did some researching and planning of our Arcade machines. We were doing a game like Skeeball but with holes. Then we started inventing our games. The first attempt didn’t go so well, so we tried again and again and again and again and then finally we got going.
On Tuesday we had to put all of the boxes together. It was going to be a bit of teamwork. We started making holes, sticking everything together until boom we were finished. In the afternoon we were showcasing to the rest of our class. On Wednesday we had the most exciting day! We got to showcase to other classes. It was a tiring day.
Harriet
On Monday I chose my partner Torin. Then we started researching games on the computer, but we stuck with our plan of ten pin bowling. Then we started planning our games. We chose our boxes then we started building. We continued building our game and the alley was almost ready. We were doing an Australia themed bowling lane so we asked Christina to print out the letters of Australia to glue on the pins.
Oscar D
LC3
Holly A
I thought Caine's Arcade was challenging! It took time, teamwork and not giving up.
When I was researching, me and Chunming didn't fight on what we wanted to do. . We both had the same ideas, which was really helpful for use. We were great at collaborating!
When it was time to make the game, I wanted it to look appealing so lots of people would be interested in coming. So when we showcase, it actually does happen.
I wanted it secure. If it wasn't, it could fall apart during showcasing (that means we might have to close for maintenance). So we secured flappy tape as were meant to. We also negotiated about the structure, how it would look and if we could inspiration from other games.
Our game didn't evolve much. We only used one extra box so the box I brought would stay the same height as the one Chunming brought in.
Also, once it was built, I felt confident and proud of it. I didn't say any negative stuff . I only think, if I could do it again, I'd say something about the rolling as it was better doing an overarm throw.
Violet V
When I was in Year 2 and under, I never realised how hard it would be to make a Caine's Arcade game. When I did it I found it very hard trying to put the pieces in the right spot.
I made a maze called the Craze Maze, nothing like most of the other games (which were throwing games). The only other non throwing games were bowling and bob-it.
Grandparents Morning Tea
By Elliott Wagstaff and Eva Hope
"Grandparents Morning Tea was very fun. We did it with M6 and M7. It was on the 28th of October. It was a part of our Inquiry unit 'Then and Now'. We wanted to learn about how the past has changed over time. We recorded what they said in our Investigations book and then made a profile. We discovered that inventions have changed over time."
Performing Arts at WPPS
Instrumental Music Service
On Monday the 21st of October 16 of our year 4-6 students performed for students from years 3 to 6.
The 40 minute concert showcased each of the instruments (flute, bass guitar, percussion, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet and trombone) that has been taught this year as part of the Instrumental Music Service.
Wakakirri
On Wednesday the 4th of September, 40 of our students were welcomed back to the Norwood Concert Hall to perform as part of the Wakakirri State Finals. The kids had a great time and did a wonderful job of representing our school.
Whilst we didn’t make it through to the Nationals, we came away with five performance awards, one state award and two Spirit of Wakakirri awards (one for the 6th of August and one for the 4th of September).
PERFORMANCE AWARDS:
- Creative production award for lighting design
- Creative production award for individual make-up and hair design
- Storytelling award for a great blockbuster production style
- Storytelling award for story construction and clarity
- Production award for overall staging
SPIRIT OF WAKAKIRRI x 2
Spirit of Wakakirri recognises students for their great behaviour, teamwork on the day (on and off stage), their conduct in the theatre and with Wakakirri staff, as well as the encouragement they give to other schools who are performing.
STATE AWARD:
- Social inclusion and integration cultural story
Wakakirri is a huge commitment, and Hannah and I are incredibly proud of what our team has achieved this year. Included in our team are the staff and community members who have helped us along the way. Thanks especially to Kayla, Bethany, Fran, Chloe, Sarah and Kirsty who helped on the day, to those who attended the working bees or helped in some way in the lead up, and to those of you who have sent emails, messages, or offered kind words in person.
Thanks also to Hanns Green Grocery who supplied us with fruit on the 6th of August, and Pam in the canteen who supplied fruit for our September 4th performance.
Thank you again for supporting Wakakirri this year.
Anj Habel-Orrell and Hannah Woodward
Wakakirri co-ordinators
School Performance Choir
On Thursday the 5th of September there was an official opening ceremony for all of our new buildings with local members of council and other special guests in attendance. As part of this our school performance choir, comprised of students from years 4-6, lead the National Anthem and sang a song that was originally performed at the 2000 Olympic games in Sydney, ‘Under the Southern Skies’.
We were joined by old scholar Chloe M who was a soloist in the Festival of Music in 2019, a member of the SAPPS choir, is part of numerous musical productions, and is studying music in year 12. Anna Z, one of our parents accompanied us on the flute. She is a teacher at St Peter’s and regularly performs as part of the community. We also featured two of our talented students, Abbie M as a vocal soloist, (member of the SAPPS choir), and Sarah Z-L playing violin, (member of the PSSO).
The choir, soloists and instrumentalists performed beautifully and we received lots of positive feedback from staff, family members, and the guests who were invited on the day.
Festival of Music
Next year we are bringing the Festival of Music choir back to Westbourne Park. Festival choir is open to all year 5 and 6 students.
The Festival of Music began in 1891 as The Thousand Voice Choir. It is a recognised state icon, and it reaches thousands of public primary and secondary students each year. Students are given the opportunity to perform at venues such as the Festival Theatre, and the Adelaide Entertainment Centre.
Each year over 300 schools participate in the choir, as well as in the three orchestras, and performance (dance) troupes.
Primary school students are also able to audition to be soloists, and hosts, or join the South Australian Public Primary Schools (SAPPS) Choir which is the showpiece choir which provides choral extension to auditioned students.
Westbourne Park has a history of excellence in the Festival of Music with our choirs receiving A grades from the Festival assessment teams, as well as having students chosen as soloists, and for the orchestra and SAPPS choir.
Additionally, the SAPPS choir is holding auditions on Wednesday the 20th of November of any year 5/6 (in 2025) students who are interested.
For more information please go to https://festivalofmusic.org.au/
Whilst I will be on leave next year, I will be back to help run the choir each week and I can’t wait to see what our students can do.
Thanks as always for your support of the Performing Arts at Westbourne Park.
Anj Habel-Orrell
Performing Arts Specialist Teacher
Canteen News
Thank you to all who supported the recent week of Halloween Treats. I hope the children enjoyed the variety of sweet treats on offer and I was thankful there were no tricks requested! Once again a big thank you to Fran for supporting the canteen with the generous donation of yummy cupcakes.
To celebrate the end of the school year the canteen will be holding a Gelato Day Recess Special on Friday 6th December. *
All orders are to be placed via Qkr! and will close at 6pm Thursday 28th November. As orders will be packed ready for delivery to class in time for recess on Friday 6th December it will not be possible to accept late orders.
* Year 6 children who are attending Unley High orientation on Friday 6th December are welcome to have orders placed. These orders can be collected from the canteen anytime during the last 2 weeks of term - to arrange this please email your child’s details to wpps.canteen286@schools.sa.edu.au once the order has been placed in Qkr!
Thank you, Pam
Canteen Manager
2024 Food Drive
After a successful food drive last year, WPPS has organised through Food Bank to hold a food drive to donate food and hygiene items in the lead up to Christmas.
In 2023, we donated around 300kg of food/hygiene items, which equates to almost 600 meals for those in need. An AMAZING effort!
Our food drive this year will run from Week 5 to Week 8. Donations can be dropped at the canteen during mornings only until 6 December (thank you Pam!), and if the canteen is closed, please leave in the front office.
End of Year Concert
Volunteering at Westbourne Park Primary
Updated RRHAN-EC training
RRHAN-EC training is reviewed, and certificates are updated every 3 years.
The 2024 to 2026 RRHAN-EC online update training is available on plink.
To continue to work or volunteer with children and young people at the department, updated RRHAN-EC training must be completed.
Volunteers who completed RRHAN-EC from 1 January 2024, with certificates that have an expiry date of 31 December 2027, are not required to undertake the online update training.
Please forward a copy of your updated certificate if you have not already done so.
School Keys
If you have been issued with school keys in the past for any volunteer roles that you may have undertaken i.e. sport coaching, we request that keys be returned to school reception to facilitate an audit.
Out of School Hours Sports 2025
A range of sports are offered to students in Year 2 to Year 6. All sports are offered to both girls and boys.
Expressions of Interest for 2025 are now open via the following link: -
https://wbourneps.schoolzineplus.com/survey/80
Please complete a separate form for each child that would like to participate in a sport.
Seeking Basketball Coordinator
To date we have had a significant amount of interest in basketball. To be able to offer basketball we require a Basketball Coordinator.
The role is an administrative role and extensive knowledge of the game is not required.
If you may be interested in coordinating or have any queries in regard to sport please email dl.0475.sport@schools.sa.edu.au