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26th September 2017
DEVOTION IMPORTANT
DATES Through the Storms Term 3 Week 10
Loxton Lutheran School
Friday September 29 LAST DAY OF TERM 3 Whole School Assembly 9:30am in the LIFE Centre End of Term Chapel led by the Year 1/2 class -1:30pm in the LIFE Centre Early Dismissal - 2:15pm
Monday October 16
Term 4 Begins Opening Chapel - 9:15am in the LIFE Centre
Monday October 23
Year 4 camp—Narnu Farm Friday October 27th LLS Continental Wed. November 8th
First Reception transition visit—8:45am—11:00am
There has certainly been enough stormy weather recently with all of
the hurricanes, typhoons, earthquakes and floods around the world.
The strong winds, in Murray Bridge, on the weekend even delayed
the start of the Pedal Prix race for four hours. Have you ever been
caught in a storm and felt scared about what might happen, or
experienced the damage and devastation that they can bring?
Jesus calms the storm (Mark 4: 35-41) was a timely message for
Chapel a few weeks ago, which the Year 4 class led and also shared
with the residents of Riverview Rest Home.
It had been a long day. Jesus and his
disciples sailed out onto the lake and
Jesus promptly fell asleep. A storm came
up bigger than they had ever experienced
and in fear they woke Jesus. "Don't you
care if we drown?" (v 38). Jesus got up,
told the storm to be still and it became
calm again. The disciples were left
wondering who is this Jesus that even the wind and waves obey him.
We often experience stormy times in our lives, when things go
wrong and seem a little out of control - illness, relationship issues,
financial difficulties, disappointments, etc. We are reassured by the
disciples’ experience, that we can be brave, even in troubled times,
because God does care and has promised to always be with us. He
doesn't always calm the storm, but he can keep us calm so that we
can be brave and find His peace.
Joshua 1:9 “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”
May God's peace and love bring you calm, today and always.
Submitted by
Leonie Sheffield
Year 4 Teacher
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A few words……… By Terry Sawade
26th September 2017
Footy Colours Day
To mark the occasion of a South Australian team being represented in the AFL Grand Final on Saturday, we are having a ‘Footy Colours’ day on Friday. Children who wish to, will be permitted to wear their favourite team’s footy colours. This does not have to be AFL or SANFL teams, but local or any other teams with which the children may associate.
Friday is still a formal school uniform day, but beanies, scarfs, footy jumpers etc can be worn with or over the formal uniform.
Please note, this is not a day for wearing casual clothes and there will not be a gold coin donation for charity fundraising.
Bus Notifications
Parents of children who normally travel on our Lutheran School buses as well as the DECD buses are reminded to contact the school office if there is a change to their child(ren)’s use of the bus for a day/week or longer.
The frequency of the departure of buses in the afternoons is becoming increasingly delayed as we try to locate children whose names remain on the list but who have made other travel arrangements for that day.
Your assistance in helping us to have the buses depart as punctually as possible is appreciated.
Dear Parents,
Pedal Prix
Congratulations to all involved with our “Divine Speed’ team’s involvement in the Pedal Prix 24 hour race held at Murray Bridge last weekend. In particular, well done to our team of students - Riley Grosse, Shaun Fulham, Cooper Morgan, Ashton Kershaw, Lucas Cockshell, Zane Sheffield, Sid Johnston, Bradley Rudiger, Sarah and Ruby Payne, Erin Battams, Hudson Eckermann (pit crew), Kye Fielke, Darcy Obst, Carter Wright and Braam and Francois Pauer,
Also thank you to all parents who were there during the weekend and provided such welcome support. To Brendan Cockshell (Team Manager) and Jill Obst (Catering Co-ordinator) thank you for the extensive time and effort spent planning and making sure that all ran well – and it certainly did.
Everyone is to be commended for the excellent result. The bike kept circulating consistently for the entire race, crossing the line in 22nd position out of 54 teams in the primary school category. The team completed 249 laps of the 1.73km circuit which translates to a distance of 430.77km for the entire race. Our overall position, in a field of 206 competitors, was 143rd. The fastest lap for the team was recorded on lap 226 at an average speed of 36.54km/h.
As a community building opportunity, this event ranks near the top. It is also important that we acknowledge and thank the Loxton High School, its staff, parents and students, who were so gracious with sharing resources and supporting our team.
All in all, the Pedal Prix weekend was certainly a wonderful experience and one which, for those thinking about being involved in the future, is highly recommended. Once again, well done to all!
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From the Principal……… By Terry Sawade
26th September 2017
summer uniform. Many children would have grown considerably in the 6 months since they last wore their summer uniform. Parents are advised to check this and avail themselves of the holiday uniform shop opening times (mentioned later in this newsletter) if they need to purchase new summer uniform items.
Thank-you
As I look towards starting my last term not only as Principal of this wonderful school, but as an educator of nearly 43 years, I continue to be amazed by the level of support our school community continues to provide for the teachers and administration of the school. It is this school community which underpins the positive environment in which we work, play and educate. Thank you for your continued support this term as we look forward to the rewards of what we hope will be an outstanding Term 4.
Enjoy the company of your child(ren) during the school holidays. Continue to love and cherish them as they are a blessing from God and your most precious gift.
Yours in Christ,
Terry Sawade
SAPSASA Athletics
Congratulations to the following students – Esther Falting (Under 13 Girls’ Discus); Ashton Kershaw (Under 12 Boys’ 800 metres); Lydia Amaechi (Under 11 Girls’ Relay); Ella Holman (Under 10 Girls’ Relay) – who were members in the Riverland SAPSASA Athletics team which yesterday competed in Adelaide at the State Championships, placing 2nd overall.
Special congratulations to
Lydia, whose Under 11 girls’ relay team was successful in claiming a Gold Medal
Esther, who was successful in winning a Silver Medal in the Under 13 girls’ discus event.
End Of Term Reminders
This Friday (September 29th) marks the last day of Term 3. Parents are reminded about the changes to the normal Friday routine.
9:30am Full School Assembly
12:30pm Early Lunch
1:30pm End of term Chapel Service
2.15pm School dismissal
Term 4 Commencement
School re-commences on Monday October 16th. As is normally the case at the beginning of each new school term, a chapel service will be conducted in the LIFE Centre starting at 9.15am, to which all parents and friends are welcome to attend.
Change-over from Winter to Summer Uniform
As mentioned several weeks ago, the arrival of Term 4 marks the change-over from winter to
Every Thursday
from 8:30 – 8:45 am
in the canteen
Toast with margarine, jam or
vegemite.
Fruit will be also available.
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SCHOOL ASSEMBLY
(Normally held twice per term)
NEXT WHOLE SCHOOL ASSEMBLY
Friday September 29th - 9:30am
School worship
Chapel or Worship services are
normally held at 9:15am, every Friday
in the LIFE Centre. ALL WELCOME. Chapel - Friday September 29th
Closing Chapel will be held 1:30pm in
the LIFE Centre. It will be led by Pastor
Darrin and the Year 1/2 Class. The
theme will be “Two Miracles”. Opening Chapel October 16th
Opening Chapel will be held 9.15am in
the LIFE Centre. It will be led by Pastor
Darrin. The theme will be “Fruit of the
Spirit—Faithfulness”.
Please join us for a cuppa and catch up
after the service.
Prayer Corner
This week we are praying for:-
· Isabella Santini
· Elise and Isaac Schaefer
· Claire, Leeroy and Noah Scholz
· Skyla Schulz
· Sarah and Charlie Setchell
and Ms. Trudy Battams
Canteen Manager & School Chaplain
Church Services
St Peter’s Lutheran Church
October 1 9:30am HC
(combined)
October 8 8:30am
10:30am
Concordia Lutheran Church
October 1 10:00am
October 8 10:00am HC
Wow, what a busy term, Term 3 has been! The children have
experienced so many wonderful planned and incidental
learning experiences. They have enjoyed exploring and learning
in the ELC environment and have loved the role-play corner that
is set up to meet the children's interests. This area enables the
children to further develop their imagination, social skills, oral language and with
lots of real and natural resources available, the children can use the space as
they wish, to learn and explore in their own time.
Creativity has been expressed through painting, playdough, pencils, the
construction corner, the use of loose parts and the resources available at the
making table. The musical instruments have been another way for the children to
express their creativity as well as dancing and singing.
This term we participated in Book Week, dressing up each day as a character
from a book, with the Friday children being involved in the schools Book Week
parade. We went on an excursions to the Loxton Public Library for a Book Week
activity and The Chaffey Theatre for a live performance called “Yo Diddle
Diddle.” We spent several weeks preparing for the concert and did an awesome
job performing our item on the stage on the concert night. We had some special
visitors from the Loxton Day Care who came to participate in some activities with
us. Also participating in the usual GMG, library borrowing, JP playground visit and
chapel we have certainly had a busy term of fun and learning.
The Children’s Voice- term highlights
“We went on the bus to watch the cow jump over
the moon” Owen
“We read stories and had a play and did puzzles
with old people” Kailey
“We went to the library and we made a bird” Jesse W
Reminders:
Toy catalogues – Just a reminder that the toy catalogue fundraiser is still taking
place. Order forms are to be returned to ELC or school by Friday 20th October.
Some of our favourite resources that we use at the Early Learning Centre include:
Hammer It Life $24.99 on page 6
Magnetic tile construction $79.99 on page 4 or the magnetic building set $119.99
on page 7
Artists Doodle Maker $24.99 on page 39
Shopping list game (ELC Favourite) $24.99 on page 11
Wheely Gig $34.99 on page 8
Mighty Metal Wheelbarrow $34.99 on page 18
Christmas is not too far away and this could be a good opportunity to purchase
quality educational toys.
Earn and Learn Stickers – If you have any Earn and Learn stickers please bring
them into the ELC or drop off at the front office.
Loxton Lutheran School Early Learning Centre
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UNIFORM SHOP
Our uniform shop is currently open on the following day:-
Friday 8:40 to 9:15am
Uniform order forms can be obtained from the school office or downloaded from our website or Skoolbag app.
BUSINESS MANAGER hours
Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday
LLL SCHOOL BANKING
Every Tuesday
Canteen Roster Term 3
Please note change of time for
parent helpers: 10am – 2pm
29 Sept. Poppy Oldroyd
Fresh fruit would be gratefully received
Please sign in at the front office and be at
the canteen for a 10:00am start.
If you are unavailable at your rostered time
please arrange a swap with someone else.
Working bee - On Saturday the 14th of October at 9:00am the ELC will be
holding a working bee. The sand pit sand will be removed and refilled and
other smaller jobs will be completed to improve the children’s learning space.
We would really appreciate your time to help at this working bee. If you are
available please contact Renee by email or phone. ‘Many hands make light
work’.
Continental - The schools major fundraiser will be held on Friday 27th October.
We encourage ELC parents to come along and support the school. It is a
fantastic family friendly night with food, drinks and entertainment.
We hope you have a wonderful break and we
will see you back in 2 weeks (on the week
beginning Monday 15th October).
Renee, Dana, Emily and Nicole
ELC News cont’d…...
Special Friday
29 September Beef or Chicken
noodles in a cup
…..$3.00
I would like to set up a resource area where parents can borrow
books and take brochures and tract cards. I am asking, if
anyone has any parenting books or other resources that they no
longer need/use. Would you be willing to donate the items to
our school? Please contact me at school if you have any
questions.
Blessings to you,
Trudy Battams
School Chaplain
School Chaplain News
The uniform shop will be
open
Sat. 14th October
9:00 am - 12:00 pm during the school holidays
LOXTON SWIMMING CLUB INC WATER CONFIDENCE &
SWIMMING DEVELOPMENT
REGISTRATION DAY
Saturday 28th October.
9.30 – 10:30am at Loxton Swimming Clubrooms
Cost: $100 per child (cash to be paid at registration)
Water Confidence lessons-
available for 4 and a half to 6 year olds.
Swimming Development lessons-
limited places available.
A waiting list will apply once full. Attendance and payment at registration day is compulsory to secure a place.
Lessons commence week of 13th November.
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COMPETITOR REGISTRATION
Saturday 28TH October
10.30am to 12 noon at Loxton Swimming Clubrooms
Payment by credit card required
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Library and Choir News By Margaret Wormald
SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR:
IT’S BACK! A Scholastic Book Fair is being held next term, beginning on the Continental night,
in our school library. Brochures will be sent home early next term to show just a few of the many items that will be available.
This is a great opportunity to purchase some books to
stock up on Christmas presents
indulge your children
encourage them to become enthusiastic readers!
Every purchase benefits the school.
Dates: Friday 27th October (at Continental) - Friday 4th November
Place: Library
Continental Night: The Book Fair will be in the LLS Library—do check it out!
If there are any parents who are available to volunteer for an ‘extra’ job on Continental night
and could assist with the Book Fair, please let me know via the school email or pop in and see me in the library on a Monday or Tuesday. Any help would be appreciated as it can get quite
busy.
Former Students’ Library
The Former Students’ Library is a program whereby the Year 7 students of our school are
given the opportunity to donate a book to the school library. These books are a reminder to the remaining students, of the Year 7s’ time at the school and the contribution they have
made.
The visit of the Scholastic Book Fair early next term is the perfect opportunity for Year 7 students to choose a book to donate. A note giving more details of how this program works
will be sent home to the Year 7 students this week, so that they are able to give it some
thought and discuss it with parents over the holidays.
PREMIER’S READING CHALLENGE
The student data has now been entered. Congratulations to all the students who completed this year’s challenge. 95% of our students completed the
Challenge this year which is a wonderful effort. Presentations of certificates
and medals will take place late in Term 4.
REFORMATION DAY SERVICE—CHOIR:
Students from our school have been asked to sing at the Reformation Day Service in the LIFE
Centre at 10am on Sunday 5th November. Our students will be joined by some students from other local schools. I spoke to classes yesterday and those students who indicated that they
were interested in being a part of this event were given
notes. If your child did not receive a note but would like one, extra notes are available at the front desk of
the library. Practices will begin next term.
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NEWS
FRIDAY 27th
OCTOBER
From
5:30pm
Raffle 2017
Raffle books are ready and will be distributed to families this week.
Prizes are: Apple Watch – donated by Office Everything $250 Voucher from Schwarz Motor Repairs $250 Voucher from Betta Home Living $250 Voucher from Loxton Home Hardware $250 Voucher from Riverland Pest Management $200 Voucher from Loxton Timber Mill.
We thank these businesses for their kind donations.
CLASS BASKETS DONATIONS
ELC Kids Play and Learning Rec Art and Craft Year 1/2 Let’s Party Year 2/3 Let’s Play Outside Year 4 Chocoholics Year 5/6 T Spoil Mum Year 5/6 HB Spoil Dad Year 7 Let’s Play Inside
We are encouraging you to donate to your child’s class baskets.
Donations can be taken to your child’s classroom.
SILENT AUCTION More donations received for our silent auction:
1 hr massage or Bowen session - donated by Bowen on
Bookpurnong Winery tour, tasting and platter for 6 people - donated by
Chateau 1847 Yaldara
Money box and candle holder - donated by Christian Family
Bookshop
Destiny Game - donated by EB Games
Large outdoor candle ornament - donated by Evolve on Terrace
Shampoo, cut & dry - donated by Jarrahs
Stirling silver earrings - donated by Leading Edge Jewellers
Gustav Klimt fine china mugs - donated by Loxton Post Office
Sidchrome 60pce metric toolkit - donated by OE Bradtke & Sons
1 plant - donated by P & L plants
1 plant - donated by Berri Earthworks
Jewellery - donated by Warners
We thank these businesses for their wonderful donations
More items will be listed in next fortnights Happenings
STALL DONATIONS
The following stalls are looking for the following donations:
Home Made Goodies
plants, cakes and produce
Darts at Balloons &
Knock Em Downs
lollies & chocolate bars
Face Painting
Photo booth
In It To Win It
Go Carts
Glitter Tattoos
Glow Sticks
Lucky Dips
Jumping Castles
Pop Up Playground
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6 Luther Road
LOXTON SA 5333
Phone: 08 8584 7496
Fax: 08 8584 5478
Principal:
Terry Sawade
Council Chairperson:
Rebecca Arnold
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Community Noticeboard
29th October 2017 2pm (movie starts 3pm)
Chaffey Theatre Renmark $12 adults
Youth U/17 $5
Family 2 Ad +2 Ch $30
Under 5 free
Reserve you tickets at the Lutheran
Ministry Centre 8584 5522