Term 2 Week 1
In This Newsletter
A message from our Directors
Welcome Back - Term 2
A special welcome to our new families joining us this term. We pray that your time at the Early Learning Centre will be a special time in your and your child's life. We are looking forward to an exciting term full of special events, learning and lots of fun.
Weekly Memory Verse
Week 1 Verse
'You are my hiding place;
you will protect me from trouble
and surround me with songs of deliverance.'
Psalm 32:7
Memory Verse Songs
Does your child like singing songs - try practicing these with them!
Important Information
Important Reminders
Upcoming Public Holidays (all bookings will be removed without fee)
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Tuckshop can be ordered through the Flexischools app. Download the app and follow the prompts.
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Before School Care Bookings -College supervision begins at 8:30 for Prep children and 8:15 for all other children. If you would like Before School Care for your child prior to these times please make a booking ahead of time to confirm your child's place. Places are strictly limited and we are legally unable to provide care for any children not signed in.
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Kindy Vacancies - Do you have family or friends wanting to enrol in our Kindergarten program? Please notify them we have limited vacancies available.
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After School Care Bookings - We are nearing capacity some afternoons. Please book early to avoid disappointment. A reminder that Permanent Bookings take priority over Casual Bookings when bookings open for Casual Bookings at the beginning of each month.
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Pre-Kindy Vacancies - We have some upcoming casual vacancies in our Pre-Kindy Room. If you would like to book an additional (usual daily rates apply) day/s please send an email to reception advising of the date/s requested.
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Sheets - If your child likes a sheet over them (most toddler and pre-kindy children) please pack 2 cot sized sheets. If you'd like to leave these at the centre for the week and take them home on your child's last day for the week please place sheets in a named bag and we'll store them at the centre for the week.
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Lunchboxes - Working out how much food to send in a lunch box can be a difficult task. We are finding many children have too much food in their lunchbox which can sometimes cause children to be overwhelmed with where to begin. Uneaten food will always be sent home so if you are finding your child's lunchbox is coming home with lots of food uneaten you may decide to send a little less in future. What food to send? A variety of whole food options while trying to avoid too much packaged and/or highly processed foods is a good place to start.
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Some examples:
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Fruit/veg: Carrot sticks, cucumber sticks, apple, berries, capsicum, cherry tomatoes (cut), grapes (cut), green beans
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Protein: Boiled egg, chicken, rissoles, ham, meat balls
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Dairy: Yoghurt, cheese slices/sticks
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Other: Pizza scrolls, sandwiches, mini quiche, corn fritters, crackers and cheese, savory muffins, bliss balls
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Each week during cooking experiences children will be making a variety of recipes and a lot of these will be lunch box friendly. Please check the newsletter each week for the recipe. This week the children have made a special Mother's Day gift so the recipe hasn't been attached.
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Upcoming Events
Term 2 Events
Gympie Show Kindy Excursion
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Thursday 15 May. Parent Helpers Needed. Further details to follow
Gympie Show Holiday
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ELC and OSHC closed Friday 16 May
National Simultaneous Storytime and Under 8's
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Wednesday 21 May 9-11:30am at Stan Baker Hall and Grassed Adjoining Area. Parents welcome to come along. All children will need thier hat and shoes
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Toddlers 9:30 - 10:30, Pre-Kindy & Kindy 9:30 - 11:30
Colour Fun Run
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Friday 30 May, further details to follow
ELC Emergency Lockdown Drill
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Monday 2 June - 11am
P&F Meeting
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Friday 13 June 9am - 10:30am at College Administration
OceanLife Education Incursion
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Monday 16 June, 9:30am (Toddler & Pre-Kindy) and 10:05am (Pre-Kindy & Kindy)
College Junior Athletics Carnival
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Wednesday 25 June, further details to follow
Parent Resources & Information
Maintain your immune system
Do you know the best ways to help prevent the flu? This year, help safeguard your family against illnesses with some preseason training for common cold and flu season.
A healthy immune system is the best protection against common cold and flu season. Keep your family's natural defences strong with these simple tactics:
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Avoid stress. Studies show that stress hampers your ability to stay healthy, especially during common cold and flu season, so anything you can do to combat stress helps fight germs. Try taking a mini meditation break during the day—simply close your eyes and focus on breathing in and out for a few minutes.
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Stick with a bedtime. When you consistently log seven to eight hours of sound sleep a night, your body has the chance to repair cells and maintain your immune system.
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Eat right and exercise. Nutritious foods, such as a healthy variety of fruits and vegetables as part of a balanced diet, give your body the nutrients it needs. Also, physical activity may help. A common recommendation is to shoot for 30 minutes of moderate activity at least three times a week.
Fight Germs
When you keep germs away during common cold and flu season, you can lower your risk of getting sick. Try these simple habits to help avoid stuffy noses and sore throats:
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Wash your hands. And talk to your children about why it’s important to wash theirs. A typical hand washing—before a meal, after going to the bathroom, or anytime you cough, sneeze, or blow your nose—should last 20 seconds. It’s roughly the amount of time it takes to sing “Happy Birthday” twice in your head.
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Bring backup. alcohol-based hand sanitisers can help keep hands clean when soap and water are not available. Keep a small bottle of hand sanitiser in your purse—you will have a way to help keep your hands free of germs even when you’re on the go.
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Clean your desk. It’s a hot spot for germs at the office. Invest in some alcohol-based disinfectant wipes and clean your desk, keyboard, mouse, and phone frequently.
Source: Health NSW (2023) Influenza information for families and young children.
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