FROM DR ROBERTS
Parents you may be interested in the below analysis of the National School Opinion Survey completed at the end of last term by Parents, Staff and Students. A complete set of Surveys will be given to Board Members at our next Board Meeting. The Parent Survey results was discussed at our last meeting.
In 2022, the bi-annual National School Opinion Survey was distributed to parents, staff and Year 5 and 6 students. Hawker Park Primary School (HPPS) has 151 families, 39 staff members and 55 Year 5 and 6 students. There were 75 parent returned surveys (50%) and 27 (18%) started but not submitted; 27 staff returned surveys (70%) and 46 student returned surveys (84%). Within each survey, there were a number of standard set Government questions – 20 Parents, 22 Staff 14 Students – and those developed by the school – 9 Parents, 11 Staff, 4 Students – in line with our Business Plan.
Of the 20 standard questions, the average score out of 5 given by Parents was over 4
Of the 22 standard questions, the average score out of 5 given by Staff was over 4.5
Of the 14 standard questions, the average score out of 5 given by Students was 4
Regarding the questions developed by the school in line with our Business Plan the responses summary combining ‘agree’ and ‘strongly agree’ was as follows:
- Of the 9 Business Plan questions, the average percentage score given by Parents was 77%
- Of the 11 Business Plan questions, the average percentage score given by Staff was 95%
- Of the 4 Business Plan questions, the average percentage score given by Students was 84%
The last two questions were added by the school and gave opportunity for parents to give an opinion on what the school was doing well and an opinion on how the school could improve. As half the school’s parent population did not complete the survey, the following were the opinions of 50%. Please click here National School Opinion Survey Analysis – Parent Comments 2022 for the analysis of the comments. Working with the school board, an operation plan will be devised to implement constructive suggestions made by parents.
Thank you to everyone, parents, staff and students, who completed the survey. I am sure you will agree that the results confirm what most of us already know, that is, the school community values the work done at Hawker Park PS and that the school has a very positive reputation. Our survey results re-affirm the excellent External Review Report received by our fabulous school last year. We can all be proud of our results and will continue to progress and make improvements as suggested in the surveys by implementing our motto “Together We Grow!”.
SCHOOL PROCESSES – DEVELOPING A RECONCILIATION ACTION PLAN (RAP)
At our last School Board Meeting, our first DRAFT Reconciliation Action Plan (RAT) was presented. To add knowledge and value to our RAT, and to move forward, we had one of our dads, Dr Daniel Vujcich, as our guest speaker. Daniel has volunteered to be a member of a Working Party to further develop our RAP and writes the following.
‘Respect is one of Hawker Park Primary School’s guiding values and, as a school community, we are committed to demonstrating our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people by taking meaningful action to advance reconciliation. A Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) is a formal statement of commitment to reconciliation. Over 1,000 organisations have a formal RAP, including a number of Perth primary schools. The Board has agreed to develop a RAP to be launched in 2023 and is seeking expressions of interest from school community members to join a Working Party to oversee the process. If you would like to get involved or find out more please email daniel.vujcich@curtin.edu.au ‘
Thank you Daniel.
SCHOOL PROCESSES – KINDERGARTEN ENROLMENTS 2023
Early next week our 2023 Kindy families will be contacted regarding our “Early Learners Program” formally known as our “Welcome Playgroup”.
This program runs in term 4 and provides an opportunity for parents and children to engage with the school and share time with their child. The teacher in charge facilitates a stimulating and informative program that will assist you and your child to develop:
- relationships with other children
- an awareness of the school’s physical environment
- a sense of identity
- a feeling of connection and contribution
- a sense of wellbeing and
- opportunities to learn and think
Our aim is to continue to develop collaborative partnerships with parents and families. These transitional sessions provide an exclusive opportunity for children already enrolled in Hawker Park Kindergarten for 2023.
HAWKER PARK PRIMARY SCHOOL 40 YEARS CELEBRATION
This year Hawker Park Primary School celebrates its 40th Anniversary. Save the date and watch this space for more information to come.
STUDENTS NOT RETURNING TO HPPS IN 2023
To assist with our current planning for 2023 would you please inform Admin as soon as possible if you know that your child will not be returning to Hawker Park Primary School in the coming year. This does not apply to our current Year 6 students. Please reply to hawkerpark.ps@education.wa.edu.au
FACEBOOK PERMISSIONS
Thank you to those families who have liked our schools Facebook page and completed the permission for their child/ren.
For those that have yet to do so please click on the link below. We would appreciate if this is completed regardless of a yes or no permission.
CYBER SAFETY
Tips to help your children be safe and responsible online users.
The internet is a great way to socialise, learn, work, play and be entertained — but with technology comes risks. Do you know how to keep your child safe online?
Here are some useful links you may find support from.
- https://www.education.wa.edu.au/cyber-safety
- https://www.esafety.gov.au/parents
- https://raisingchildren.net.au/school-age/play-media-technology/online-safety/internet-safety-6-8-years
DID YOU KNOW THAT
- any emails regarding changes to pick up arrangements, messages etc. should be sent to the school email: HawkerPark.PS@education.wa.edu.au address not a personal address due to work days. You are always welcome to contact the school directly on 9422 2000
- according to the School Uniform Policy developed by the School Board
- Nail polish must not be worn to school
- Nails must be short
- Shoulder length hair must be tied back
- School jackets or navy blue jackets may be worn to school but NOT coloured jackets
- there are lots of jackets are in lost property
- the Yr. 3’s and Yr. 4’s will be singing the Community Song at the Assembly tomorrow, 25 Aug
- the containers for change bins are in the back staff carpark. Please ensure that you pop your containers straight in the bins and not in plastic bags
UPCOMING EVENTS TERM 3
Week 6
• 22 – 26 Aug – Book Week – Please see Book Week Program of Activities
• 25 Aug – Assembly Yr.3/TA4 (Year 3’s and 4’s will be singing the Community Song)
• 26 Aug – Book Week Parade 8:30am (K-Yr.6)
Week 7
• 30 Aug – Sports Carnival – Jumps and Throws (am)
• 01 Sept – Sports Faction Carnival
Week 8
• 5 Sep – Yr. 3 Parent Laptop Meeting 7pm – More information to come
• 6 Sep – Yr4. Spare Parts Puppet Incursion
• 6 Sep – P&C Meeting 7pm
• 7 Sep – Hawker Headlines
• 8 Sep – Are You OK? Day – Please wear something YELLOW (K-Yr.6)
BOOK WEEK
Just a reminder that the Book Week parade is this Friday 26 August at 8:30am. We are super excited to see all of the amazing costumes throughout the school.
Kindy Group 1 had their Book Parade on Tuesday and their costumes were amazing.
Kindy Group 1 Book Week Parade
Throughout the week we have had our Lego Competition running. A Big thank you to our Year 6 Leadership Team as well as Mrs Everall and Miss Armstrong. Click below to see some amazing work in progress as well as the viewing and voting of our amazing student Dioramas.
A Big thank you to Mrs Keevil for always making our Library so inviting especially during Book Week
ATHLETICS CARNIVAL
Next week is our Athletics carnival and all students will be receiving a programme this Friday to take home, outlining the event they will be in.
JUMPS, THROWS AND LONG DISTANCE RUNNING – TUESDAY 30 AUGUST
A selected group of students will participate in the Throws and Jumps on Tuesday 30 August commencing at 8:45am. These events will be followed by selected students racing in the 200m and 400m events at 11:00am.
FACTION CARNIVAL – THURSDAY 1 SEPTEMBER
Our main Faction Carnival in which all children participate in team games in the morning, and at least one year running race in the afternoon is on Thursday 1 September, commencing at 10:00am.
- All children are to bring a packed morning snack and lunch along with a water bottle.
- Children should wear faction shirts an appropriate footwear.
- Children are not permitted to take their shoes off for running.
- Please also ensure children have sun cream/jumpers to suit the conditions of the day.
NOTE: The P&C have organised a cake stall and a coffee van to attend for parents and spectators to enjoy on the day.
YOUR MOVE – WALKING SCHOOL BUS
This morning we had our first Walking School Bus, co-ordinated by Chris and Claire Jones. A fun time was had by all and we look forward to more children joining the walking school bus.
Please fill in the permissions below if your child would like to hop on board or if you would like to join as a volunteer.
Student Declaration / Parent Volunteer
SCHOOL SPORT WA 2022 – CRICKET SQUAD
Girls from all over the state at the age of 12 and under were invited to a series of 3 trials. A squad of 17 was then selected to attend a second round of trials over 3 weeks at Revolution Sports in Shenton Park after which the final Squad of 13 (plus 4 add on’s) was announced.
The team is to travel to Shepparton in Victoria in November where the Western Australian team will play in a competition against other states in a national tournament.
A Big Congratulations to Chelsea in Year 6 who was selected in this squad. Hawker Park Primary School is super proud of you and this achievement.
P&C – FATHERS DAY STALL
P&C will be running their annual Father’s Day Stall on Monday 29 and Tuesday 30 August.
Before school from 8-8:30am outside the Hawker Hub and at recess near the undercover area (unless sold out earlier)
Items priced between $1.00 – $5.00 (Cash only please)
Grab some fabulous treats for that special Dad/Grandparent in your life!
COMMUNICATION BOARD
Please see our noticeboard outside administration for the following events:
- Greenwood Little Athletics
- HPPS Playgroup