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Ardtornish NewsletterTerm 4 Week 7 - 29th November 2018
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No 19.
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In this issue
Diary Dates
November 30th - Pupil Free Day December 3rd - Casual Clothes Day, Governing Council 7pm, Adelaide High Transition 4th - New Foundation Transition Visit 9am – 10.40am, GGHS Transition, Valley View HS Transition 5th - Christmas Gift Stall, Pedal Prix Meeting Gym 2.45- 3.15, MHS Transition, CCC Transition 6th - New Foundation Transition Visit 7th - Assembly 10am 10th - Morialta Rm’s 19, 20, 21, 27, 28, 29, SRC Executive Breakfast 11th - Year 7 Graduation, Waterworld Rm’s 7,8,30,31 13th - Waterworld Rm’s 9,10,11 14th - Last Day of Term 4 has a 2.15pm Dismissal Road Crossing
Monitors Tue 4th Dec – Mon 10th Dec Matthew G, Levi H, Tyson W Tue 11th Dec – Fri 14th Dec Cooper A, Kye S, Jackson D-F Please arrive by 8.25am |
Peter Pan - never, never a better show
"Peter Pan", a play based on the classic novel by J M Barrie, was presented four times in matinees and night performances for the school community in week 6 by the students in Rooms 7,8,19,20,28,30.
Preparation for the production started in Term 2 when each student selected the character they wanted to play and then auditioned for the role. Rehearsals were conducted every week. This was a mammoth organisational task, as 6 classes needed to be managed so over 160 students could practice their parts and then come together in a coordinated manner 
The main characters were required to memorise a great deal of dialogue and so the roles of Peter Pan, Tinkerbell and Wendy were split between the first and second act so the task was easier for the performers and more children had an opportunity to perform a lead role. Students who did not act on stage took on backstage responsibilities such as, setting and managing props and controlling the production’s lighting, sound and visuals.
By our first performance the students were so skilled and well-practiced that they could capably run the entire show independently. Drama is one element of ‘The Arts’ in the ‘Australian Curriculum’. The learning outcomes students achieved by performing and organising the play met many of the ‘Arts’ achievement expectations to a high degree. Students learned the skills of public speaking, acting, dancing and stage craft. They also improved their organisational skills and gained in self- confidence and self-control as they learned to be responsible and patient during the performances. The students reported a great sense of personal pride in their achievements and were sad to see the play finish. 
Thanks to the dedication and commitment of these staff pictured above children had an opportunity to learn many important life skills and to grow into more capable and well-rounded individuals. We are extremely proud of our students and dedicated staff and thank everyone who supported the performance. Peter Pan will, in all likelihood, become a lifetime memory for each student involved.
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Canteen ROSTERTuesday 4th Michele S
Wednesday 5th Mary-Anne R Thursday 6th Megan K Friday 7th Helen G, Josie D-M, Stacey C Tuesday 11th Michele S Wednesday 12th Mary-Anne R Thursday 13th Melinda K Friday 14th SUBWAY MEAL DEAL 
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Premier’s Reading Challenge Premier’s Reception
On Thursday 22nd November, Hayden N and Levi H were accompanied by Mandy Arscott and Judy Lukacs as ambassadors for our school at the PRC Premier’s Reception. The Premier presented them with a framed certificate of Congratulations for Outstanding Achievement by our school in the Premier’s Reading Challenge this year, along with a selection of books for our school. As well as meeting and receiving autographs from the Premier, they were also able to meet, talk to and receive autographs from some of our well-known local authors, including Mem Fox, Phil Cummings, who hosted the event, and Roseanne Hawke. Students from Highgate Primary presented a performance based on Roald Dahl’s book “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” and a song “A book will take you there” with words written by Phil Cummings. As the event was held at the Zoo, we had time for a short visit to the reptile house, (Levi’s choice) and the Pandas, (Hayden’s choice), before the event, followed by visits from Zoo staff for close-up encounters with various animals, a snake, blue-tongued lizard, galah, quokka and a stick insect. Congratulations to all our students who completed The Premier’s Reading Challenge this year. Our PRC Assembly will be held on Friday 7th December at 10.00am. Certificates and medals will also be given to students on that day.
Tracey’s Care Column
Christmas is upon us and the end of another year is near. It has been my privilege to once again come alongside and support the Ardtornish community. One of the highlights for me has been the Year 8 Preparation Day. This program is facilitated by Beyond Limits and is designed to acknowledge, that with change can come feelings of nervousness, but by meeting together, in a safe environment free from judgement, and undertaking engaging and fun team experiences it can help to alleviate anxiety being felt and support the building of new relationships. Our year 7's combined with over 300 students from five other local primary schools met together at Modbury South Primary on Friday November 2. The students participated in 'get to know you' activities and fun games. They had the opportunity to ask questions of the high school representatives and also we were delighted to see two previous Ardtornish students Hannah and Rachel who are now attending Modbury High who were valuable on the day providing information and answering any questions the year 7's had. These girls took time out of their Pupil Free Day to support this event. Well done girls! As you can imagine, this day took a lot to organise. It was a collaborative effort between primary school staff, high school representatives, local business and community organisations, Schools Ministry TTG, local church volunteers, Beyond Limits and Pastoral Care Workers. Thank you to the Modbury Principals Partnership who generously provided the buses to and from the event. Thank you to the host school Principal Sharon Robertson and her team for accommodating us on the day. Thank you to the local church volunteers who gave their time to provide and serve a delicious morning tea for staff, cooking and serving the tasty sausage sizzle and the other behind the scene jobs that needed doing. We want to acknowledge and thank our local sponsors who generously gave and helped to make the Year 8 Preparation Day such a special day for all involved. · Foodland Hope Valley · Rick & Maria's Fruit & Veg · Woolworths TTP · Pathways Community Centre · Hope Valley Church Life is about community whether that be family, friends, school, sport, church, clubs. We all want to belong. The Year 8 Preparation Day was developed by a Pastoral Care Worker as one way for our young people to feel that they belong. May you find time in the holidays to connect with those you love. Wishing you all a Merry Christmas. Tracey Cooper Pastoral Care Worker 
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