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Welcome to the first newsletter for Term 2! As the weather cools down, we want to remind everyone that hoodies are not allowed to be worn at school. If you are still waiting to purchase a school windcheater, students may wear a plain black or grey windcheater in the meantime. Please remember to check the lost property area as there are many unclaimed items.
We welcome a number of new staff to Sorrento Primary School for Term 2. These staff members are well and truly in the swing of processes at Sorrento and are doing a wonderful job:
- Education Assistant in Early Childhood: Mrs Kristy Coyle
- Music Teacher replacing Miss Keeley: Mrs Claire Mason
- Year 2 teacher replacing Mrs Tilbrook for 2025: Miss Holly Kapene
- Year 4 teacher replacing Miss Stewart for Term 2: Miss Paityn Mainstone
- Year 6 teacher replacing Ms Spall: Mrs Marianne de Paiva
Walking School Bus
As part of Walk to School Day, on Friday 16 May, Miss Madi Jones and Mrs Fiona Schopf (our School Chaplain) organised a walking school bus for our students and parents which departed from Seacrest Park. We had over 200 students and parents walking to school that morning. It is such a wonderful way to encourage active travel to school ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience with all of the health benefits attached! Thank you to all our staff and parents who participated and assisted with the activity.
Open Evening
- When: Week 9 Wednesday 25 June
- Open Classrooms: 4.30 – 5.30pm
- Community Event: 5.30 – 6.30pm
The school is offering an open evening on Wednesday 25 June where classrooms will be open for parents and carers to visit as an opportunity to become further involved in the life of your child’s educational journey. It’s a positive way to become more connected to the classroom and support your child with their learning.
We are hoping to have a community event linked to Science Week in the undercover area from 5.30–6.30pm. This event is to be confirmed. The choir will perform and students from Curtin University Young Engineers Program will present and carry out an activity with the community. The P&C will be organising a sausage sizzle for the evening. It will be a fabulous evening. We look forward to seeing you all there!
Kaartidijin
As from 28 May 2025, Sorrento Primary School will be transitioning to a new communication portal and database called Kaartdijin (meaning knowledge) link. The rollover will be in two phases, phase one will include parent communication, student attendances, well-being and behaviours, and phase two billing and other reporting. Kaartdijin will become the new standard platform for parent communication, with a focus on improving connection between students, families, and school operations.
After transitioning to Phase 1, all SMS messages will be sent from the Program Kaartdijin portal (Compass). The Integris SMS function (MGM SpaceTalk, MessageYou, Outreach) will no longer be used for SMS notifications. You will have received last week an email with instructions on how to install the App, and another email with your access code to login.
School Development Day
Next Friday, 30 May, is a School Development Day. This is a pupil-free day, so students will not be attending school. Students will return to school on Tuesday 3 June after the WA long weekend.
Keeping Our Students Safe
Dogs on School Grounds
A reminder that it is school policy that dogs are not allowed on the school site. While we understand that dogs are beloved members of many families, we kindly ask that they be kept at home.
Dog Waste
There have been several incidents this term where students have stepped in dog waste and have unknowingly brought it into classrooms. We are aware that the school grounds are used by many in the Sorrento community and that our parent community always clean up after their pets.
For community members who walk their dogs near the school, please remember that there are bags available on Nutsyia Ave and a bin for disposal. Thank you for your co-operation.
Student Safety in the Carpark
We kindly remind all students and parents that the staff carpark is strictly off-limits to pedestrian traffic at all times. It has come to our attention that some individuals are walking through the carpark to access tennis, netball, and basketball facilities. This poses a significant safety risk and must be avoided.
We appreciate your cooperation in ensuring a safe environment for everyone.
Parking and Kiss and Drive
A gentle reminder that the Kiss and Drive area is designated for drop-off and pick-up only. We ask that parents or carers do not leave their car to look for children or go to classrooms, as this leads to congestion on Elfreda Ave. If you have friends or family members picking up your children, please ensure they are informed about the parking expectations around the school. If you need to leave your car, please park in another location to avoid congestion.
Double Parking
Double parking in the streets surrounding our school poses significant risks and inconveniences for everyone. Parents have been double parking in Hakea Place and on Elfreda Avenue.
Please see below the risks and hazards:
- Safety Hazards: Double parking obstructs the view of drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists, increasing the likelihood of accidents. It can be particularly dangerous for children who may not be easily visible when crossing the street.
- Traffic Congestion: Double parking leads to severe traffic congestion, making it difficult for other vehicles to pass through. This can cause delays and frustration for parents, staff, and local residents.
- Emergency Access: In the event of an emergency, double-parked vehicles can block access for emergency services, such as ambulances and fire trucks, potentially delaying critical response times.
- Legal Consequences: Double parking is often illegal and can result in fines or penalties. It is important to adhere to local traffic laws to avoid these consequences.
- Community Impact: Double parking can create tension and conflict within the community. By parking responsibly, we show respect for our neighbours and contribute to a more harmonious environment.
We kindly ask all parents and carers to avoid double parking and to use designated parking areas or the Kiss and Drive zone for drop-offs and pick-ups. If you need to leave your car, please park in a legal and safe location. Your cooperation is essential in ensuring the safety and well-being of our students and the broader community.
Student Achievement
In April, Alex K (Year 5) had been training hard and qualified for 6 events at the recent Junior State Swimming Championships at HPC (High Performance Centre) in Mt. Claremont. He achieved his personal best times in all events and earned 5 bronze medals. He has since been selected to represent Western Australia in Victoria with the SSWA (School Sport WA) squad. The best of luck Alex for October!
Regards
Anne Alford
Principal
We have had an exciting few weeks in Year One. We received an email from Mayor Wally Walrus saying that two very mischievous penguins had gone missing from Antarctica and he was looking for our help. After making some missing penguin posters, we searched around the school and found them hiding in the freezer.
We have named them Waddles and Tiddles. Wally Walrus has said they can stay with us for a few weeks, as long as we feed them plenty of fish. The students have made some great collage pictures of our penguin friends, and we are now reading the book Lost and Found which is about a lost penguin who becomes best friends with a boy.
We have been researching penguin facts and are going to write our own exciting stories in the coming weeks.
What a fantastic and busy start to Term 2 it has been in Room 12!
In Maths, we've been diving into the world of subtraction and equivalent fractions. To help us grasp these tricky concepts, we've been playing some fun and interactive games which have made learning both exciting and hands-on. We also competed in our first APSMO math contest and had a lot of fun problem solving and working as a team.
For Mother’s Day, Room 12 turned into a creative studio! Students crafted beautiful masterpieces for their mums—some designed charming coffee cups, while others created delightful pot plants with succulents. The love and effort poured into these gifts were truly heartwarming.
In Talk for Writing, we’ve been working with the model text “How to Make Your Teacher Happy.” This has inspired us to write our own procedure innovations. Our imaginations have run wild with topics like “How to Annoy Your Brother,” “How to Train a Puppy,” and “How to Make Your Parents Happy.” It’s been a joy to see everyone’s creativity shine through their writing.
In HASS, we’ve been exploring Civics and Citizenship. Students have learned about the importance of rules and laws, the three levels of government, and what responsibilities each level holds. We’re now beginning an exciting research project on the services provided by the City of Joondalup, which will lead to the creation of informative pamphlets showcasing what we’ve discovered.
Term 2 is certainly a busy one, but Room 12 is embracing every moment. We’re loving the challenge of learning new concepts and growing together as a class.
Mrs Thompson and Mr Chandler
On Friday 28 March 2025, the Year 5 and 6 students had the privilege of having the UWA engineering students come to Sorrento Primary to run a workshop on catapults. The students worked in small groups to create a catapult. It was a wonderful experience to learn about potential energy converting into kinetic energy. Thank you so much to the UWA team for coming to or school and working with our students. Mrs B
Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) is a comprehensive, school-wide strategy for managing behaviour. It combines and enhances various existing methods to improve behaviour, learning and safety. This proactive approach involves explicitly teaching expected behaviours and helping students make better choices. PBS treats inappropriate behaviour similarly to how it addresses difficulties in reading or mathematics—as a skill deficit. When a skill deficit is identified, the necessary skill is taught. PBS is an evidence-based method that a lot of schools across WA, especially in our network, have implemented. At Sorrento Primary our 4 core values are Tolerance, Respect, Unity & Excellence (Be TRUE).
At Sorrento Primary, we conduct PBS assemblies each fortnight. This is where students are reminded of our focus for the week and the Year 6 Councillors act out scenarios, or show short videos, that have been created to demonstrate the appropriate behaviour. Staff recognise students who demonstrate the TRUE values outlined in the school matrix daily. These students receive a "surfie," which is recorded as a Dojo point in each classroom. Students can then contribute their surfies to their faction. Surfies are tallied for faction points, and each class aims to collectively reach 800 surfies. Classes that achieve this goal participate in a term reward incentive.
Class Rewards for 2025
- Term 1: Get Your Crazy On (crazy socks and dance party)
- Term 2: Movie and PJ’s
- Term 3: Big Games
- Term 4: Silent Disco
At the end of the year, the surfie totals from the year are combined with points earned from swimming, cross-country, and athletic carnivals. The faction with the highest total wins the Principal’s Cup, presented at the Book Awards Ceremony in Term 4. Last year Blue won the inaugural Principal’s Cup. Who will win it in 2025?
Sorrento Primary School Canteen is operated by the P&C Association with the assistance of parent volunteers. All profits generated by the canteen are directed back to the school via the P&C to improve educational outcomes and opportunities for our students.
- Available Tuesdays and Thursdays for recess and lunch for students from Pre-Primary to Year 6 (not Kindy).
- Order by 8:30am via spriggyschools.com.au or the Spriggy School App.
- Follow the P&C Facebook page for specials and important information.
- The canteen is run by one Manager and parent participation. The canteen will not open on days when no volunteers are available. Volunteering is a great, fun opportunity to get to know the school community and see your child’s joy at having you at the school. Shifts are only two hours - one in the morning and the other in the afternoon. Grandparents, aunties, uncles and community members are also welcome to volunteer.
