Boneo Buzz: 20th October

Dear Parents and Guardians,

In light of the recent findings from the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) study, which revealed that 43% of 15-year-old students globally report noisy and disruptive classrooms, we believe it’s crucial to address the issue of school behaviour and discipline. Particularly troubling is Australia’s ranking at 69th out of 76 countries on the ‘disciplinary climate index,’ positioning our schools among the least orderly in the world.

At Boneo PS we firmly believe that if we set high expectations for behaviour, our students will rise to the occasion.

This week, students reported that graffiti was discovered in our school restrooms. We were heartened to witness the response of our students when asked to come to the office if they had made the mistake and needed to clean if off. The students who were responsible for the graffiti stepped forward voluntarily, admitting their mistake. They expressed their remorse and willingly cleaned it off. This response speaks volumes about the impact of our high expectations for behaviour and our belief that children want to do what is right.

Why High Expectations Matter

High expectations of behaviour are essential for several reasons:

• Creating a Culture of Responsibility: When students know that we expect the best from them, they are more likely to act responsibly and own up to their actions when they fall short.
• Promoting Accountability: High expectations teach our students to take responsibility for their choices, fostering a sense of personal accountability that is invaluable in all aspects of life.
• Fostering a Positive School Environment: A positive and orderly school environment encourages learning and growth. When students uphold our expectations, the entire school community benefits.
• Preparation for the Real World: The real world demands responsibility and accountability. By setting high expectations in school and at home, we prepare our students for success beyond these walls.

Parents Role in Reinforcing High Expectations

We believe that our students have the potential to meet and exceed these high expectations with your support. Here’s how you can help:

• Encourage Responsibility: Teach your children the importance of taking responsibility for their actions and decisions. Discuss the consequences of their choices.
• Promote Open Communication: Create a safe space at home for your child to share their concerns, questions, or even their mistakes. Open communication is a key element in reinforcing high expectations.
• Lead by Example: Be a role model by demonstrating responsible behaviour and owning your actions.
• Support Our Efforts: Partner with us in reinforcing high expectations both at school and at home. Together, we can foster an environment where students thrive academically and personally.

Setting high expectations for behaviour is not just an aspiration; it’s a necessity. We have seen how our students, when challenged to meet these expectations, have risen to the occasion. By working together, we can continue to improve our school’s climate and provide the best possible learning experience for our students.

Congratulations Mr Greening

Well done to Mr Greening who attended his first Australian Masters Games for Athletics in Adelaide recently.

He entered 5 events, medalling in all and achieving a few PB’s.

Mr Greening placed 2nd in the 60m (7.96 sec) and 100m (12.40 sec) sprint and achieved gold in the long jump (5m 54cm), high jump (1m 34cm) and triple jump (11m 32cm).

He is now aiming at competing overseas in future seasons. 

Instrumental Music Tuition

Enrolment for our music program is now open! If your child is interested in joining our program in Term 4, and learning a new instrument, I encourage you to sign them up today! Our program provides students with an enriching and engaging experience, where students have fun and learn a new skill with their peers. To enrol or find out more, please contact Musicorp at 1300 858 911 or visit the website at https://rent.musicorp.com.au/tuition_online_eoi/.

Gareth Holloway

Instrumental Music Tutor

We have been advised by our uniform supplier, Advanced Promotional Clothing, that due to the ongoing cost increases in all areas of production, they will be regretfully increasing the prices of our uniform items.

Price list effective November 1st (inclusive of GST);

Tee Shirt                              $24.00

Short Sleeve Polo               $28.00

Long Sleeve Polo                $31.00

Hoods (no zip)                     $46.00

Zip Hoods                            $48.00

Sun Hats                              $17.00

Beanies                                $18.00

School Bags                         $61.00

Shorts                                   $25.00

Share the Joy of Learning  – Mathematics

It was exciting to see many parents and special guests join us this morning for our ‘Share the Joy of Learning’ Mathematics session. Our visitors enjoyed engaging with their children in the classroom in a variety of mathematical problem solving activities.

STEM – Year 5

It’s all happening in the STEM room this term! The Year 5s are working on film producing and editing, hardware tear downs and rebuilds, and they are even creating animal sanctuaries by coding on scratching, building with Lego, or engineering on Minecraft

Gardening Club