Principal's Report
Dear Families, Students and Friends
I am excited to announce that I will be continuing in the role as Principal at Burnie Primary School through to the end of Term 3. I am looking forward to progressing the important work our team have commenced throughout the first part of the year. Some of the events we have planned for Term 3 include National Science Week Open School, Book Week Celebrations, Community Connections, Early years water orientation and of course our most important work - ‘Learning’.
It was a privilege to welcome families to our school for learning conversations last week. We had many families take us up on the opportunity to enjoy a warm drink and biscuit in our Makers Space while waiting to see their child/rens teacher. If you were unable to meet with your child's teacher over recent weeks, please don’t hesitate to make an appointment for a catch up prior to the end of term.
I wish to also thank our incredible teaching staff for their dedication and commitment to all learners and families.
Winter has certainly arrived!
With the colder weather upon us, we encourage students to dress accordingly. This means that students can wear extra layers outside. During these cooler months students may wear jackets such as a puffer, beanies (school or dark blue), or gloves outside. If your child feels the cold and requires a neck covering, they may wear a neck warmer; for safety reasons we ask that scarves are not worn. We have heating in all classrooms and ensure that learning environments are kept at an ideal temperature during these colder months; therefore, we ask that when inside all beanies, puffer/outdoor jackets and gloves are removed.
Winter Wellness
The cooler months bring colds, the flu, COVID-19 and other illnesses. Being prepared is the best way to protect yourself and your family.
Prepare
Children are most likely to catch and spread the flu. Make sure your child has received their annual flu vaccine as this will boost their immunity against common flu strains. It will also help stop them getting very sick.
Plan
If your child is at higher risk of becoming very sick from the flu, COVID-19 or other respiratory illnesses, make a plan with your healthcare provider for when your child becomes sick.
Protect
Protect others by keeping your child home if they are unwell, encouraging regular hand washing, and covering coughs and sneezes.
For more information, read the parent and carer factsheet in the newsletter or visit the Department of Health website.
Thanks for doing your part to keep our school community safe, healthy and learning.
Stay at Home if Unwell
Protect others by keeping your child home if they are unwell. This includes if they have any cold or flu-like symptoms.
If you’re concerned about your child’s symptoms:
- Contact your usual GP/medical practitioner
- Call HealthDirect to speak to a Registered Nurse 24/7 on 1800 022 222. They can provide advice when you are not sure what to do and may arrange for a call back from a GP.
- Visit www.tasafterhours.com to find medical options near you available on evenings, weekends and public holidays, including afterhours GPs, walk-in clinics and pharmacies.
https://www.health.tas.gov.au/campaigns/winter-wellness
Take care everyone, enjoy a restful and relaxing two-week break; we look forward to Term 3 starting for all students on Tuesday 25th of July. Our staff will commence Term 3 on Monday 24th of July as this is a designated Staff Professional Learning Day.
Thanks for doing your part to keep our school community safe, healthy and learning.
Sora Keeps Students Reading, at Home or at School
Audience: Parents and caregivers/Community
Libraries Tasmania is providing all Tasmanian Government school students with free access to thousands of eBooks, eAudiobooks, magazines, comics, graphic novels and easy reads through the Sora app on school or home devices.
We’re excited to welcome readers of all levels with free access to this huge collection.
Students can download the Sora app from Apple or Google Play, find Education Tasmania and sign in with their DECYP login.
For more information: Sora by OverDrive in schools: Getting started (libraries.tas.gov.au) from Sora in schools – Libraries Tasmania
Celebrating Student Success
Congratulations to the grade 5/6 yellow netball team on making their grandfinal. We wish the girls all the best on Saturday.
Burnie Eisteddfod Poems
Grade 6
EQ 1st Charlotte
Highly Commended
Noor, Nathan, Kirilyn, Zoey, Darcey, BoBo, Gaelle, Archie & Rylee
Grade 5
EQ 2nd Kobi
EQ 3rd Aiden
Highly Commended
Carter H, Carter C, Eva, Amelia, Billy, Tage, Remi, Maya, Lucy, Jacinta, Oliver
Grade 4
EQ 2nd Olivia
EQ 3rd Navika
Highly Commended
Siharna
Grade 3
3rd Lachlan D
Grade 2
1st Harry
3rd Thea
Highly Commended
Arya
Outstanding Poem
Harry Grade 2
Susan Barnard
Acting Principal