Information regarding NAPLAN

Here is a letter from Esme regarding the upcoming NAPLAN tests, catch-up tests, disability support and exemption. If you have any question, feel free to come and speak to us regarding this matter.

Dear Parent/Carer

The National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) 2012 tests for Years 3 and 5 students will be held on Tuesday 15 May (Language Conventions and Writing), Wednesday16 May(Reading Comprehension) and Thursday17 May 2012 (Numeracy). NAPLAN tests assess student knowledge and skills in writing, reading, language conventions (spelling, grammar and punctuation) and numeracy.

The results of the tests provide information for students, parents, teachers and principals which can be used to improve student achievement.

During test week, catch-up tests will be available for individual students who are absent on test days. These students may undertake catch-up tests on the days in the test week after the scheduled test, up to and including Friday 18 May 2012. However, we do ask that every effort is made to have your child at school on time (by 9am) in order to assist with the smooth management and organisation of testing.

If your child is eligible for support due to disability or an exemption, you should discuss this with his/her teacher prior to the tests. Parental consent is required before any support due to disability or exemption is granted.

Students may be withdrawn from the NAPLAN by their parent or carer. This is a matter for consideration by parents and carers in consultation with the principal. If, after consultation, you decide to withdraw your child, you must sign a Student Withdrawal form. These forms are available at the school.

Later in the year you will receive your child’s personal NAPLAN report. The report will show how your child performed in relation to national minimum standards. These describe the minimum acceptable standards for students across Australia.

For more information about the tests, please visit the VCAA website at www.vcaa.vic.edu.au or the NAPLAN website at www.nap.edu.au.

Esme Capp

Principal

Mother's Day Classic

Come and join us for the Mother’s Day Classic fun run on Sunday 12th May to help raise funds for Breast Cancer Research. Follow the link below and register for the 4km walk or run or if really keen there is the 8km run. Please remember to enter PHPS as the team. This is a fantastic event and is lots of fun for the whole family. Everyone gets a medal and most importantly, the run raises vital funds for breast cancer research. Michelle and Sophie will be holding some training runs around Princes Park on Sunday 14/4, 22/4, 29/4 and 6/5 at 9am. Look forward to seeing you there.
Sophie 0414 834 855 Michelle 0413 215 472

http://mothersdayclassic.com.au/register-online

The Premier’s Active Families Challenge

The Premier’s Active Families Challenge

Here is a message from the organisers of The Premier’s Active Families Challenge...

The Premier’s Active Families Challenge is a key component of the Victorian Government’s commitment to get more people more active more often.
· The Challenge provides a great opportunity for all Victorian families to spend time together and enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle. 
· Families participating in the Challenge are asked to do 30 minutes of physical activity a day for 30 days between 19 March and 30 April 2012. 
· Each family that registers will receive 20 free YMCA passes, discounts at Rebel Sport, one free child pass to the Melbourne Aquarium and one free child pass to the National Sports Museum, and opportunities to win prizes including iPads and Rebel Sport vouchers. 
· There will be regular tips and ideas on ways to keep active throughout the Challenge.

Get more active more often, spend quality time together and have fun. It’s free, it’s easy, and there are plenty of chances to win prizes for yourself or your school . Register online at www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/challenge or call 1800 463 684 , and remember to include our school’s name when you register.