Volume 9 - 7 June 2024

From The Principal

During the 2024 School Review process, three State School Reviewers had the opportunity to talk to our staff, students, parents and members of community about how we engage with them to support students’ learning and improvement in student outcomes.

We received many affirmations – statements about our ‘great work’, and some next steps to consider as we continue our improvement journey. We hope to engage with our community in ways that encourage deeper collaboration, one that is focused on coming up with shared goals and committing to actions that will lead us to achieving those goals.

We soon start to collaboratively develop a four-year strategic plan that we see our school reach new and bolder goals, and at the same time, be responsive to change that affects the community we serve. In a month’s time, we will receive the full review and publish the summary of the findings on our website. We will then start to collaboratively work on a plan to investigate, develop and implement the improvement strategies for the next four years.

We want to provide exceptional care to our students in an environment of high expectations for student learning achievement and learning engagement. From within, we need to focus on teaching and learning to drive improvement. I wonder, from your perspective as a parent or carer, where can Leichhardt improve? How can we work better together to support our students?

Our school has excellent support of the wider community, who are keen to assist our students to access a well-maintained and enjoyable environment. The people who are always so willing to help are members of the City Hope Church, who worked over the weekend to clean up some areas, refresh others and leave a beautiful school for our students and staff to return to on Monday 3 June. We could not be more grateful for their support, which did not end there! On the same day, they provided a free hot drink to support staff wellbeing. These gestures of support are all every school needs to feel the kindness of their community and feel respected for the work we do. Thank you, City Hope Church for your kindness and support!

From The Deputy Principal

Attendance @ Leichhardt

The Week 7 Assembly saw 4A take out the Senior Attendance Lion with an average attendance of 89.17%.  Congratulations, 4A!

2B took out the Junior Attendance Lion with an average attendance percentage of 85.88%.    Well done, 2B!

The Week 8 Assembly saw 4A yet again take out the Senior Attendance Lion with an average attendance of 91.17%.  Congratulations, 4A!

1A took out the Junior Attendance Lion with an average attendance percentage of 77%.    Good work, 1A!

Week 7:  Jozenna (2B) ready to take the cuddly Junior Lion back to the 2B classroom.

Week 8: 4A again won the Senior Attendance Lion!

1A won the Junior Cuddly Lion for Week 8!

It is now that time of term when students are completing their assessments.  Please ensure your child has the opportunity to do their best and show their learning by being at school each day.

Empower your child's future by ensuring they attend school regularly - every day counts towards their success!

Reading in Prep @ Leichhardt

At the Week 8 Monday morning Assembly, Bentley (Prep A) demonstrated to the audience how when he reads, he sounds out the letters in a word and then he blends the sounds together as he runs his finger under the letters in a swish-like movement.    This action at Leichhardt is called ‘the swish’ and it is used to help the beginning reader to remember that once they have sounded out the letters in the word, then they need to be blended together.

Well done, Bentley!

If you have any questions regarding how your child is progressing with their reading, please contact your child’s teacher.

Students4Students Project @ Leichhardt

This was the final week of the Faith Lutheran College (FLC) Students4Students Project Team at Leichhardt for this term.   The Prep students have enjoyed their one-on-one reading and writing time with their high school student and made special thank you pictures to show their appreciation.  We look forward to seeing the FLC students again when they return in Term 3!  Thank you, FLC!

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Premier’s Reading Challenge @ Leichhardt

The below students have already completed one page of the challenge.  Isabella (top left) has finished two pages of the challenge!   Who will be next to finish the Premier’s Reading Challenge?  If you would like to discuss how your child is progressing with the Premier’s Reading Challenge, please contact your child’s teacher.

Premier's Reading Challenge

From The Head Of Department - Teaching And Learning

As we enter our last two week of Term 2, students are persevering in completing assessments for various learning areas. Students have been supported through one-on-one support by teacher or teacher aide, using devices to cater for all learning styles and hands-on learning including posters and drawings. Students across all year levels have been building their stamina in reading and writing. Well done!!

Best on Parade

We have returned the ‘Best Class on Parade’ Trophy. The trophy goes to the best class who demonstrate SHELL during Parade and leave the hall the quietest.

S – sitting quietly

H – hands together

E – eyes facing the speaker

L – listening ears on

L – legs crossed

Congratulations to the following classes;

Week 7 – Miss Ebert – 3A

Week 8 – Miss Payne – 3B

Who will win ‘Best Class on Parade’ for Week 9 and 10?

PBL news!

During Week 7 and Week 8, our students have been focussing on using teamwork to keep people, school property and personal belongings safe. It involves keeping sticks in the Forest and keeping our hands, feet and objects to ourselves. It includes storing and charging our devices and placing our school bags in a neat manner.

Students are encouraged to use the ‘High Five’ when needed. This is reviewed every assembly as well as in class and in the playground, in order to support our students in making good behaviour choices.

I would like to thank our families for partnering with us around Positive Behaviour for Learning. The Department of Education has outlined the benefits for students of family-school engagement including: improved academic outcomes, stronger relationships with adults and peers, better social skills; and improved mental health. When families and schools work together to reinforce positive behaviours, students benefit from clear expectations and consistent reinforcement both at home and in school. This collaboration helps to create a cohesive approach to behaviour management, fostering a sense of community and shared responsibility for students' well-being and success.

If you would like any more information regarding PBL in practice, family engagement. Please visit this link https://behaviour.education.qld.gov.au/supportingStudentBehaviour/PositiveBehaviourforLearning/Documents/pbl-in-practice-family-engagement.pdf

Mission Australia Ipswich Speak it up Children's Council

On the 6 June 2024, Christianna and Timothy went to Redbank Plains Community Centre for the Children's Council run by Mission Australia with Miss Everingham. We learnt about children's rights. Upon entering we met a lot of ther grade 6's from other schools. We got to know other students. We then started to learn about childrens' rights. The host prepared activities for the students including writing about the issues that casues child rights and the adults can fix it. Then at 11:30 lunch break they ordered PIZZA for us and we had a play outside. All students came back inside and we played a game in groups of three. We all wrote why these issues are so important to stop. We played more games and then we unfortunately had to leave:(

From The Head Of Special Education

I just wish to inform families that I am now located in the Steam building area rather than the Student Office. If you require to speak or meet with me, you can find the Steam building across from the main school by continuing to follow the path past the hall and across past the Forest area.

If you wish to check  if I am there before walking across, please see either Miss Emma in the Sanctuary or Miss Anna in the main office and they will be able to confirm if I am available at Steam. Look forward to meeting with you in my new office space.

From The Community Support Coordinator

Wall of gratitude

Thank you to the  all the students and staff who wore PJ’s to school to help raise funds for the Year 6 Camp.

We also say a big thanks to Faith Lutheran College who have come each week and spend valuable time reading with our preps.

Thanks Woolworths for donating fresh fruit each week and for Aaron in the P & C for collecting it for us.

Thanks City Hope Church you are legends!

Senior Sports Day

Our year 3 to 6 sports day was a fantastic success on Thursday. All our students put in som uch effort in all their events on the day. A massive thank you must go to all our parents and carers for coming and supporting for the whole day. All our age champions and house champions will be announced Monday on parade.

Senior Sports Day 2024

Soccer Program with Mr Scott

Leichhardt Soccer teams charge into Round 8

The Leichhardt boys are making waves this soccer season as they approach Round 8 with remarkable momentum. Their recent 8-0 victory against Blair State School has set the stage for an exciting showdown this week against Rosewood. A win in this crucial match will secure their spot in the 1st vs. 2nd finals, a testament to their hard work and determination.

Season Progress and Team Growth Since the start of the season, the Leichhardt team has shown incredible improvement. From their initial training sessions in Term 1 to their Round 1 fixtures, the boys have demonstrated significant growth and skill development. Their impressive performance in the recent matches highlights their dedication and team spirit.

Upcoming Match: Leichhardt Boys  vs. Rosewood The upcoming clash with Rosewood is not just another game; it’s a decisive battle that could catapult the Leichhardt boys into the finals. The team is focused, determined, and ready to give their best performance yet.

Support the Team We encourage all supporters to come and cheer for the Leichhardt boys as they strive for victory in Round 8. Your support means the world to them and can make a significant difference in their performance.

Girls Team Update The Girls team showed tremendous spirit in their Round 7 match against Blair State School, narrowly losing 4-3. It was an exciting game that saw several students playing their first-ever soccer match, with enthusiastic support from parents who came to watch. The girls are heading into a challenging game at Rosewood, aiming to finish the season on a high note. Their progress and passion for the game have been inspiring, and we are proud of their efforts.

Upcoming Girls Match: Leichhardt vs. Rosewood The girls' team faces a tough opponent in Rosewood this week. They are determined to give their best and end the season with a strong performance. We encourage all supporters to show their support and cheer for the girls as they take on this challenge.

Go Leichhardt!

Mr Scott

From The Deadly Room

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Reconciliation Week

The dates for NRW remain the same each year; 27 May to 3 June. These dates commemorate two significant milestones in the reconciliation journey— the successful 1967 referendum, and the High Court Mabo decision respectively.

Reconciliation must live in the hearts, minds and actions of all Australians as we move forward, creating a nation strengthened by respectful relationships between the wider Australian community, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

We all have a role to play when it comes to reconciliation, and in playing our part we collectively build relationships and communities that value Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, histories, cultures, and futures.

Leichhardt Deadly Dancers went across the road to the daycare centre to talk about reconciliation and spend time with the jarjums. 

The Deadly Dancers have been busy heading off to Kambu Children and Family Centre and spent time interacting at the Centre with Staff.

Students at work in the Deadly Room

From The Teachers

Year 4 learning about time using the stopwatch.

Year 4 Learning about erosion and building barriers to help slow or prevent erosion.

Electives

Gardening Elective has been working in the gardens and we have lots of vegetables growing!

From The P&C

From The Community

Ipswich Art Gallery

Discover design.it — an innovative all-ages program, blending art, design, and language to inspire creativity in a hands-on environment.

Merging the visual storytelling of design, the poetic elements of language, and the beauty of artistic expression, design.it explores how these elements connect and empower effective communication and meaningful creation.

Experiment with different design tools and techniques, drawing inspiration from the surrounding artwork.

Unleash your imagination and learn to shape your ideas into tangible masterpieces.

Are you ready to design.it?

RAAF Base Amberley Open Day

Date & time

15 June 2024,
9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Venue

RAAF Base Amberley, Amberley Queensland

Defence invites members of the community to visit the base, meet Australian Defence Force aviators and soldiers, experience air and ground capabilities, and learn more about the work of RAAF Base Amberley and its people.

Session times

Morning session: 9:00am – 12:00pm

Afternoon session: 12:00pm – 3:00pm

Registrations

Free ticketed entry only. 

Tickets are strictly limited and must be pre-registered.

Registrations open 9:00am, 1 June 2024.

Play On – Winter School Holidays

Bring your family and dive into the fun at ‘Play On’, our winter school holidays activation!

From Monday 24 June to Friday 28 June 2024, 10:00am – 2:00pm daily, kids can enjoy a range of exciting learning experiences and activities designed to boost their health, fitness, and wellbeing. 

Play On highlights will include:

• Learning new skills in various sports
• Engaging in sporting activities
• Improving health and fitness

The Nicholas Street Precinct undercover carpark offer 3 hours free parking so there is no need to rush! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity for your children to stay active and have fun these winter school holidays. 

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM TULMUR PLACE, NICHOLAS STREET PRECINCT, IPSWICH