FROM THE PRINCIPAL’S DESK
Thoughts for the Week
“the grass withereth, the flower fadeth; but the Word of our God shall stand for ever.”   Isa 40:8

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“Yesterday is the past. Tomorrow is the future. Today is a gift; that’s why it’s called ‘the Present.”

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‘Rained Out’ is not a phrase we have heard too often of late. The much sought-after rain came to Rochedale last Friday. It was welcomed, believe you me! However, it did force us to cancel Senior Sports Day. Rochedale State School senior athletes, being trained at peak performance, shrugged off the slight inconvenience and lined up earlier today to compete under clear blue skies. I thank P.E. Teacher, Mr Brown and his many helpers, time keepers and officials who combined with the students to make the annual event such a success.

The Open-Door policy is alive and well at Rochedale State School. It will only work if parents/care givers make use of the system. We pride ourselves on our approachability through thick and thin. You may be pleasantly surprised to find what you perceived as a monumental problem – when discussed with my staff and I – evaporate into something manageable and achievable. I remember a sign on a great Italian restaurant in the Valley. It read: “If you’re happy, tell your friends!” “If you’re not, tell us!” You can see the same applies to our school. Feedback is essential for a happy school. A friendly face in the Office will only be too happy to listen and take onboard your observations.

Carpe Diem – Seize the Moment!
Enrol right now. Don’t wait for tomorrow, next week or next month! Prep-Year is filling fast. Our approved three classes will cater for approximately 80 young students. I have earlier touched upon our renovations and preparations for 2007. It is now time to crunch numbers and fill the waiting classes. To avoid disappointment I strongly urge parents to enrol their eligible children right now. It would be sad if you found yourself without a place and had to have children from the same family in different schools. Application forms and Q&A sheets are available from the school Office. Welcome aboard for 2007!

And that’s the way it is this last day of July…

Liam Smith
Principal

TICKS
Parents, as you may be aware we have had a lot of ticks lately. They are called baby ticks or bush ticks. They are not life threatening, but they do need to be removed.

75^th ANNIVERSARY BOOK
I am helping to compile a book for the 75^th Anniversary for the school – to be available for sale at the fete.

As part of the book, I would like to include memories of teachers and students, past and present. If anyone is interested in writing their thoughts down, we would be most grateful, and need it to be handed into 5/6 K before 10^th August, 2006. I am especially interested in families who have been at the school for a few generations.

If you have any questions or ideas please feel free to contact Mrs King at school or myself on 3341 2980 (messages can be left)

Thank you,
Kath R

BOOKCLUB
Forms for Bookclub were handed out on Thursday.

Please could all orders be brought in to school tomorrow.

GROCERY DRIVE UPDATE
What a great! week we had with lots of sweet things coming in.

This week we need tins- i.e. beans, soup, fruit, tuna etc.

Remember: no dints or rust marks and if you don’t have a tin you can bring in another item, as it all helps!!

So far in the lower grades (1-3) 3K is doing very well and so too is 1S.

In the upper grades (4-7) the year 4’s are dominating with 6C, 6L and 5/6K making some good contributions.

Remember! Pizza Parties for the winners – upper and lower grades, Cold Rock ice-cream cake for 2^nd prize (upper and lower) and ice creams for each class (upper and lower) who come 3^rd.

Lets make it a HUGE!! week.

Collection and counting of items will be Thursday mornings of each week, in the P&C room, so keep me busy!

Sara H

PARENT’S PRAYER GROUP
A Parent’s Prayer Group meets each Wednesday afternoon in the ESL room just near the area between the Grade Three classrooms from 2:30pm till 2:45pm.

We get together for an informal time of prayer for the school community. s.

All welcome.

Enquiries, please call
Mary                3841 6322 or
Robynne           3219 9771

TRASH N TREASURE 2^ND HAND CLOTHES
Now is the time top clean out your wardrobes and homes. We need all of your unwanted clothes and items to sell at the fete. Your trash is someone else’s treasure. Please leave all of you donations at the Activities Building in specially marked spots.

WE also need plastic bags for a few of the stalls. Leave these in the hall in the specially marked box.

If you have any queries contact
Jenny P                        0402 011 696

HEALTHY FOODS, HEALTHY TEETH
Eating a balanced diet helps keep our children’s teeth as well as their bodies healthy.

Follow these simple tips to reduce the risk of developing tooth decay.

·         Limit the frequency of snacking, especially sugary, starchy and acidic foods and drinks

·         Try healthy snacks such as unsalted popcorn, fruit, carrots cheese etc

·         Beware of food that stays in the mouth for long periods, e.g. hard lollies or soft sipping drinks or juices, as this allows for extended acid attacks that cause tooth decay

·         Beware of starchy foods; they can harm the teeth as much as sugar because both sugar and starches feed the plaque that produces decay causing acid.

·         Encourage water as a drink rather than juice, cordials or soft drinks.

Ensure your child’s teeth are cleaned at least twice a day with a small soft toothbrush and a fluoride toothpaste. Flossing daily cleans where the toothbrush can’t reach. Parental assistance with brushing is important as children don’t have the skill to us a toothbrush properly until 8 or 9 years of age.

UNIFORM SHOP
Please note that the Uniform Shop will open at 8.15 am Thursday 3 August 2006 for Training purposes.  Thank you for your understanding.

Carolyn C. - (parent) please come to the Uniform Shop regarding Second hand Uniforms sale.

SPECIALS!!
Skorts now selling for $21. Normal price - $26 - Saving of $5

PLEASE NOTE:
We do not have EFTPOS Facility. We accept major Credit Cards and Cheques.

REMINDER:
SPORTS DAY across all grades: If your child does not have any Sports polo uniform, now is the time to purchase, we have plenty of stock.

Our Open Day - August 11: We will be showing the Correct Uniforms to be worn and the Uniform Shop will be open until 11.30 for Try-ons and to order your uniform requirements for 2007

 As always if you have any queries, please feel free to contact me through the school's email link:-Marishell.Scott@eq.edu.au

Thanks
Mari-shell S.
Uniform Convenor

tuckshop News
If for any reason you are unable to work on your rostered day, please give Norma a call on 3341 1149.

TUCKSHOP
Tues    Shirley L
1/8

Wed     Sue V
2/8        Cathy W

Thurs  Karen W
3/8        Sue G

Fri       Maryanne McN
4/8        Kath R, Sylvia B

Mon    Toni G
7/8

Tues    Anne D
8/8

Wed     Angie L
9/8

Thurs  Douglas K
10/8      Amanda C

Fri       Maryanne McN
11/8      Gaila D, Melissa T

Mon    Anne D                                    SPORTS DAY
14/8      Kath R                         YEARS 1 - 3
 2 HELPERS NEEDED PLEASE!!!

Tues    Sharon McF
15/8

Wed                 EXHIBITION 16/8                  HOLIDAY

Thurs              EXHIBITION 17/8                  HOLIDAY

Fri       Maryanne McN
18/8      Amanda H, Kath R

Mon    Lyn L
21/8

Tues    Chris A
22/8

Wed     Amanda R
23/8

Thurs  Maryanne McN
24/8      Douglas K

Fri       Maryanne McN                        INTERSCHOOL SPORT
25/8      Gaila D  Melissa T

Mon    Kaye S
28/8

Thank you Jeff and year 6/7 girls for your help last week.

Foreign Coins
We are receiving a lot of foreign coins, e.g. Fijian, American and even a car wash coin. These coins will not be accepted at he tuckshop. If we do receive such, your lunch order will be adjusted accordingly.

Big and Little Lunch Orders
Both Big and Little Lunch orders must be written out on separate bags. Thank you

Stationery
Just a reminder the tuckshop sells a variety of stationery needs.

Tuckshop Price List
Parents please note that the current price list is yellow. A lot of orders are coming through using last year’s prices. Spares are available at the tuckshop.

Apple Slinky Machine
The response to this machine has been terrific. I will take orders if you still want one. Cost is $35.00 and must be cash only. To order these I require 12 orders (supplier only takes orders of 12). Pop into the Tuckshop for a demo. Thank you.

Homestyle Bakery Pies etc
I know how much you love their pies etc, going home soon will be order forms.

Stay tuned.

ROSHCA
Monday
Afternoon Tea              Dip, Crackers and Fruit
Craft                            Pop Up Pictures
Outside Activity            European Handball

Tuesday
Afternoon Tea              Fruit Platter
Craft                            3D Turtles
Outside Activity            Oval Tiggy
Cooking                        Cakes

Wednesday
Afternoon Tea              Cake and Fruit
Craft                            Magazine Pictures
Outside Activity            Cricket

Thursday
Afternoon Tea              Dip, Crackers and Fruit
Craft                            Bead Pictures
Outside Activity            Stuck in the Mud

Friday
Afternoon Tea              Beef Noodles
Craft                            Body Glitter
Outside Activity            Touch Football

BAKE OFF COMPETITION
Logan East Community Centre and the Arndale shopping centre have formed a partnership to provide a community Ekka day on Wednesday the 16th of august(Brisbane show day). There will be a host of activities for the whole family to enjoy including rides, show bags, face painting, balloon sculpting and more.

There is a colouring in competition. These can collected from the Arndale centre management office.

HIGHLIGHT OF THE DAY is a BAKE OFF COMPETITION. We encourage everyone including school children and home economics students to bring along there favourite biscuit, slice or cake.

FREE ENTRY
Entry form and terms and conditions available from Centre Management Arndale Shopping Centre and LECNA.

Entries to be presented to Centre Management representative between 8am and 9am Wednesday 16^th August 2006.  Entries judged at approximately 10am 16^th August 2006 by an Arndale representative.  Prizes include kitchen appliances, cook books and gift vouchers.