March 2011 Newsletter
Staffing changes
There have been a few changes made to the staff roster. Tamara will now have every Thursday off as she is at University undertaking a Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood). Beth and Cassie will be working from 8-5 on this day. You may have noticed that there are some days where we only have two staff members at the service. This is because our numbers are low on these days. We will continue to run two staff members until our numbers start to build. Keep an eye on the staffing sheet on the notice board outside to keep up to date with staffing. It is important to note that the correct staff to child ratio is maintained at ALL TIMES.
My Family form
We have started to put together a book of all the family photos for the children to look at and discuss with their peers. We are still waiting on quite a few forms to come back. Please take the time to attach a family photo and write a little bit of information about your family. The children have already been looking at the pictures and discussing the different families.
Speech Pathologist
Speech therapists from Leaps & Bounds speech Pathology came to visit the staff on Thursday 10th March and spoke about the services they offer. On Friday 1st April we will be holding a “screening session” for anyone who wishes to have their child’s language assessed. This screening session will cost $30 and will go for approximately 15 mins (each child) Permission forms are now in parents pockets, if you wish to have your child/ren’s language assessed by experienced speech therapists please fill out this form and return them to staff. Feel free to approach staff with any questions you may have or for more information.
Monthly Policy Review
This month we will be reviewing our Sun Protection and Toileting Policies. You will find a copy of the policies on the notice board in the Kookaburra room. Please take the time to read the policy and pass on your feed back to Tamara. Copies of policies are also available upon request at any time.
Upcoming events
Tamara has been busy organising the events for the year.
Henny Penny Hatchlings – Will be arriving on Monday 2nd May. The children will get the opportunity to watch the chicks hatch, help look after the chicks and interact with them.
Emergency services week – Week of 4th July. We will be getting a visit from the fire brigade, SES and fingers crossed for a police officer. More information to come closer to the date.
Dental Health week – We are currently in contact with Julie from pacific smiles to come in and talk to the children about dental health. Further details still to come.
Vision screening – This screening, which is highly recommended by Community Services, is for all children (over 4 years), who are starting school in 2012.The vision screening will take place on Tuesday 31st May & Friday 3rd June at 9:30 am. This is a free service and parents will be given a permission form closer to the date.
All these events are at no extra cost.
Entertainment Books
The Entertainment Books are back!!! Get in early and order your new Entertainment Book and receive over $175 in bonus offers which you can use straight away. The Entertainment Books are $60 with $12 from each book sold going towards our centre.
Easter Raffle
Once again, this year we will be holding a Easter Raffle to raise funds for the centre. Last year was a huge success and we raised $600 which went towards new resources for the children. This year we are hoping to raise around the same amount so we can purchase a new dress up trolley. It would be greatly appreciated if all families could please donate Easter Eggs to go towards our raffle. Tickets are now on sale $1 each or 5 tickets for $3. Please see staff if you wish to purchase any tickets.
March Birthdays
We would like to say a huge HAPPY BIRTHDAY to our all friends who are celebrating their birthday in March
Ashton
Darek
Max. H
Ryleigh
Thank you Tamara, Brett, Beth, Sheree and Cassie