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Ardtornish NewsletterTerm 2 Week 1 - 3rd May 2024
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No 7
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In this issue
Diary Dates
May 6th- Finance Meeting 3.15pm 8th- School Photos 9th- Group Photos 10th-SAPSASA Cross Country 13th-Janeen Brian F-4 14th-Tania Ingram Yr 3-5 15th- PUPIL FREE DAY 16th- Charlie Archbold Yr 2/3-5/6 17th- Instrumental Workshop Year 5/6 18th- Pedal Prix – The Bend 20th- Mike Lucas F-6 21st- Mike Lucas F-6 23rd- Danny Snell F-2/3 & Tristan Bancks Yr 3/4 - 6 24th- SAPSASA Soccer Carnival 30th- Volunteers Morning Tea Road Crossing
Monitors Wed 8th May – Tue 14th May Amari S, Annabella R, Emily M Wed 15th May – Tue 21st May Josh A, James S, Sean A Wed 22nd May – Tue 28th May Emma C, Sienna B, Lyla C Please arrive by 8.25am |
Zones of Regulation at Ardtornish Primary School
In term one, we started our journey using the Zones of Regulation. This term we will continue our Zones of Regulation journey by our staff engaging in training and development with an Occupational Therapist from the Department of Education. The Zones of Regulation focuses on identifying our feelings and how to regulate our feelings when we are unable to maintain focus in class or interact safely with others.
Most simply defined, regulation is to adjust, manage or control something so it works well. Regulation describes a person’s ability to adjust their state of alertness, energy level, and emotions to help them attain personal goals, meet the demands of the situation around them, and gain a sense of well-being. When we are regulated, our brain and body work together to manage the situation at hand. Why Teach Self-Regulation? Regulation is something everyone continually works on whether we are aware of it or not. We all come across trying circumstances that can test our limits. If we can recognize when we are becoming less regulated, we can do something about it to manage our feelings. This comes more naturally for some, but for others, it is a skill that needs more attention and practice. This is the goal of The Zones of Regulation. Sorting Our Emotions Into Four Zones Feelings are complicated. They come in different sizes, intensities, and levels of energy that are unique to our brains and bodies. To make them easier to talk about, think about, and regulate, The Zones of Regulation organizes our feelings, states of alertness, and energy levels into four coloured Zones – Blue, Green, Yellow, and Red. The simple, common language and visual structure of The Zones of Regulation helps make the complex skill of regulation more concrete for learners and those who support them. We learn to regulate our zones to meet our goals and task demands, as well as support our overall well-being. All the Zones are Okay A core belief of The Zones of Regulation is that all the zones are okay. We routinely experience several of the zones across a day. It’s critically important that we don’t convey the message that the Green Zone is the only acceptable zone to be in. Acknowledge, accept, and support these feelings, and never make anyone feel like the Green Zone is the norm. Around the school you will notice posters reflecting the four zones of regulation. Below is a poster teachers and students find useful when working with the zones and assisting our young people with managing their feelings in each zone when it is needed. 
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Canteen Roster
Tuesday 14th Maleah Wednesday 15th PUPIL FREE DAY Thursday 16th Deneice P, Tui M Friday 17th Anthea B, Lucy M Tuesday 21st Maleah Wednesday 22nd Nicole T Thursday 23rd Kristen V, Jess C Friday 24th Willeen L, Judy Q Can you help in the canteen?
The canteen are looking for volunteers to help. If you are able to spare anytime, please contact the front office on 82648099. 
FACE Committee News
Thank you to all the families who responded to our parent survey. Based on the feedback provided, for 2024 we will not be running the Mother’s and Father’s Day stalls. We are working on some different fundraising options so watch this space. Did you know that when you purchase the Entertainment Book you can also support Ardtornish Primary School? Select Ardtornish Primary School during your purchase and 20% of your Membership fee will be donated to the school. Just click on this link for more information. https://www.entertainment.com.au 
Writer's Weeks
13/5/24 - 23/5/24 Cost: Years F-3 $15 Rooms 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 26, 27 Years 3/4-5/6 $18 Rooms 4, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 17, 28, 29 Payment due by: May 10th - Invoices emailed 24/4/24 - preferred payment via QKR! Visiting authors/illustrators: Janeen Brian, Tania Ingram, Charlie Archbold, Mike Lucas, Danny Snell, Tristan Bancks Exciting news ahead! Ardtornish Primary School is thrilled to announce the launch of our very own Writer's Weeks right here at our school grounds! We believe in providing our students with enriching opportunities without the hassle of traveling outside the school premises. Hence, we're bringing the magic of literature and storytelling directly to our students' doorstep. No need for long journeys or hefty expenses – everything will be conveniently organized within our school and at reasonably priced rates. Our aim is to inspire and empower our students by introducing them to the captivating world of writing through direct interaction with award-winning creatives. These seasoned writers are true masters of their crafts, ready to share their wisdom, experiences, and techniques with our eager learners. During Writer's Weeks, our students will have the invaluable chance to immerse themselves in the realm of storytelling, learning from the very best in the field. Through engaging workshops, discussions, and activities, they'll not only gain insights into the art of writing but also ignite their passion for reading, writing, and illustrating stories and books. We want to foster a love for literature and nurture the creative spirits of our students right here at Ardtornish Primary School. We will embark on this inspiring journey and watch as our students flourish into confident storytellers and avid readers! 13th-Janeen Brian F-4 14th-Tania Ingram Yr 3-5 16th- Charlie Archbold Yr 2/3-5/6 20th- Mike Lucas F-6 21st- Mike Lucas F-6 23rd- Danny Snell F-2/3 & Tristan Bancks Yr 3/4 - 6 |
Parent Workshops - My Child and Me
Part 1 - Monday 6th May - 10:30am - 1pm Part 2 - Monday 13th May - 10:30am - 1pm Burnside Library, 401 Greenhill Rd, Tusmore To register for these workshops please contact Caroline Munchenberg (Family Network Librarian) on 83664192 or email [email protected] Everyone is welcome, bookings preferred Click here for more information. Part 1 - Monday 6th May - 5:30pm - 8 Part 2 - Monday 13th May - 5:30pm - 8 Shared Pizza Tea from 5:30pm Sturt Street Community School - School Gym, 221-239 Sturt St, Adelaide To register for these workshops please contact Erica Knapp 8333 2557 or 0497 898 438 or email [email protected] Bookings essential for pizza dinner Click here for more information. 
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On Wednesday this week, Robyn Filmer, Director of Music for the Festival of Music came to Ardtornish and assessed our choir. We were fabulous! We received an A for our choral sound, dynamics and song knowledge (deep understanding of what the songs are about). We scored a high B for lyrics, part singing and teamwork. We have 50 students in the 2024 choir!
Robyn’s comments – “Great singing today in your first rehearsal for the term. A confident team of singers with lots of potential. Well done on singing without books for some of the songs.”
Ardtornish has been participating in the Festival of Music for many many years. For some families, many generations too. The Festival itself has been going since 1891!
Our choir is looking forward to singing at The Adelaide Festival Theatre in September at the end of Term 3.
Four of our Year 6 students, Ava H, Jasmine G, Lucas M and Morgan T, have successfully auditioned to be part of the dance troupe and will perform for five of the concerts.
Anne O’Dea
Robyn’s comments – “Great singing today in your first rehearsal for the term. A confident team of singers with lots of potential. Well done on singing without books for some of the songs.”
Ardtornish has been participating in the Festival of Music for many many years. For some families, many generations too. The Festival itself has been going since 1891!
Our choir is looking forward to singing at The Adelaide Festival Theatre in September at the end of Term 3.
Four of our Year 6 students, Ava H, Jasmine G, Lucas M and Morgan T, have successfully auditioned to be part of the dance troupe and will perform for five of the concerts.
Anne O’Dea
