During the last two weeks, our Kinder and Prep students have been participating in our K-2 Water and Awareness Program. We are very fortunate to be able to provide this program for all students. Having students feel safe around water is an important life skill and it has been a pleasure to see students gaining confidence in the water. Next week, our Grade 1 - 5 students will begin their swimming programs. Parents please take this opportunity to come in and see these fabulous programs. 

Mr Brown is currently away and receiving further treatment for his leg. He hopes to return to BHPS in the next couple of weeks. We wish Mr Brown a speedy recovery.

Well done to the SRC for hosting a very organised and well presented assembly today. Students enjoyed showcasing their learning to their fellow students and especially those parents and friends who were able to attend. Students love presenting to their parents and friends, it allows them to feel special and valued. Congratulations to those students that were presented with certificates and awards, keep up the great work. Well done:

Merit Certificates:
CJ Porteous, Mia Eiszele, Jaxon McGlone, Malachy Russell, Akira Wilson, Eliza-May Steers, Monty Jones, T'Kye Radford, Kristy Loring, Evie Hutchison, Bradley Douce, Jaelyn Wilson, Ollie Baker, Flinders Kapene-Laing, Will Eiszele, Indy Leary, Marli Winter, Amalie Billing, Jovi O'Halloran, River Hopper, Maddison Henrick, Frankie Murphy, Rhys McNab, Jordyn Callaway, Lucas Aitken, Nate Brown, Charlie Hyland, Cooper Tammens, Ellie Woodhouse, Ezekiel Hutchison, James Farrow, Xander Betts, Shellby Bye, Joe Hancock, Tanna Crutchett, Riley Wells, Charlie Harris, Cameron Wolfe, Ryan Edwards, Isla Inkson-King, Ronan Moyle, Jye Little, Aysha Edwards, Sarah McNamara, Bo Ellis

Target 50:
Elka Lazenby, Lucas Aitken, Ella Snare, Akira Wilson

Target 200:
Jobe Elphinstone, Ellie Gatenby, Harry Gatenby, Zy Crutchett, Mia Eiszele, Ezekiel Hutchison, Miriam Hutchison

REACH English Awards:
Harry Gatenby, Bligh Gore, Ellie Woodhouse, Jacob Marijic, Amy Kenney, Aiden Elphinstone, Sophie Holmstrom, Ashlee Oram

REACH Mathematics Awards:
Bo Ellis, Ryan Edwards, Bligh Gore, Tom Holmstrom, Ashlee Oram, Oszkar Sulyok, Patrick Allen, Ellie Woodhouse, Jacob Marijic, Aiden Elphinstone, Brianna Elphinstone, William Elphinstone, Harry Gatenby

Free Dress Day - Tomorrow!
Students are invited to wear casual clothes for a gold coin donation to raise money to provide relief for people affected by the NSW fires. We appreciate your support with this.

Congratulations Chloe and Fraser for recently being presented awards for Growth and Aspiration by Education Minister, Jeremy Rockliff. The Department of Education Student Awards recognise achievement and the values of aspiration and growth.

• Aspiration and Achievement - a culture of high expectations and high achievement
• Growth - improving by always learning and finding better ways to do things

This is an outstanding achievement, keep being your best Chloe and Fraser.

We are halfway through Term 4 and almost ready to wrap up the 2019 school year, but before we do we have a very busy 5 weeks ahead. Please pop the below dates in your calendar or print the calendar and stick it on the fridge!!

Unfortunately due to issues with the pool heater this week, we were unable to allow any Kinder and Prep lessons to go ahead yesterday.  Parents will be reimbursed via cheque for one swimming day. 

Reminder that payment for this program is now overdue.  If you have not as yet paid, payment as per online options on the bottom of invoices, or by cash or card at the office, would be appreciated as soon as possible.  Please contact the office if you need a copy of your invoice, or wish to set up a payment plan.

Kinder Wallabies have been discussing habitats, what are they? Through their natural curiosity they were exploring the school playgrounds and coming back with conversations and questions. We read books and found out habitats are natural environments where a living thing can source food and make a home.

We have built a ‘Bug Hotel’ and are waiting in anticipation for all our 'customers' which will move in. We watched a video on the 'Great Pacific Garbage Patch' and what happens to the animal's habitats if we aren't responsible with our plastic use and putting rubbish in the bin.

Trine Lazenby
Class Teacher

CANTEEN SPECIALS

WEEK 6 - Wednesday, 20th November
Main - Pie (beef or chicken) $3.50
Dessert - Lemon and Raspberry Frozen Yoghurt $1.50
Treat - Chocolate Chip Cookie $1.00
Slice - Raspberry & Coconut $1.00
Muffin - Raspberry $1.00

WEEK 5 - Wednesday, 27th November
Main - Vietnamese Rice Paper Rolls (chicken or vegetarian) $3.50
Dessert - Chocolate Mousse $1.50
Treat - Pizza Scroll $1.00
Slice - Orange Cake $1.00
Muffin - Blueberry $1.00

Please remember when making orders on Qkr to ensure you are selecting the correct day for the order.

As we approach the end of the year, it is time to start thinking of your uniform requirements for 2020!  Orders may be placed via the Qkr! app and will be sent home when orders are filled.  Alternatively, please place orders on either the attached Uniform Order Form, or collect a copy from the school office to complete and return as soon as possible.  Payment of 50% required on orders over $100, balance payable upon collection, either before the end of the year or on Levy Days 2020.

Uniform Co-ordinator, Kelly Shackleton, is at school on Thursday mornings between 8.45am - 9.15am to assist you with your uniform purchases.  She can be contacted on 0439 433 294 if you have any queries.

The Student Assistance Scheme (STAS) provides assistance for families with low income towards the cost of school levies and is available for students attending a Tasmanian government school or registered non-government school. Eligibility is determined by an income test which all applicants must satisfy. Application forms for 2020 are now available at the school office (or using the link below). If you were accepted in the scheme for 2019, you do not need to reapply for 2020. If you did not apply for STAS in 2019 and think you may be eligible: you will need to complete a STAS Application Form and provide documentation giving proof of the families combined taxable income - we can make copies for you. Your eligibility to apply for STAS can be determined from the table below. Regardless of how many children you have, you only need to fill in one form. Please complete and return the form to the school as soon as possible to ensure that your application is approved before the start of the 2020 school year.

INCOME TEST FOR SCHEME - TAXABLE INCOME TABLE 2018-2019

In the initial correspondence about the triathlon, transport was to be a parent responsibility, however, it did also mention that we would investigate the possibility of arranging a bus. Unfortunately, the bus is not a viable option and parents will be responsible. However, this year Mr Brown will meet parents and competitors at Devonport, to have a central meeting spot for all and to help support the children. Packs and further information will be given to the competitors closer to the Triathlon date.

Lorraine Evans
PE Teacher

Last Friday evening our Parents & Friends group along with Miss Tash Turner and Mr Dave Groenewege held a Trivia Night to raise money for next years Grade 6 camp. Overall we managed to raise a massive $2,000!!!!

Thank you to all who came on the night, dug deep into their pockets and supported us with this function, and a huge thank you to all those who assisted with this event.

SAVE 10% AT YOUNG'S VEGIE SHED

Young's Vegie Shed is delighted to be a part of the Boat Harbour Primary School Breakfast Program and are pleased to offer the Boat Harbour Primary School community this exclusive discount offer. Simply cut out or show this advertisement via your Schoolzine app at Young's Vegie Shed, Bass Highway, Camdale, to receive a 9% discount off your entire purchase. A copy of this advertisement MUST be presented to receive the discount. Offer valid until 18/12/2020.