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Term 3 Week 6 2024
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Exciting news from Meadow Flat Public School: External Validation Results and Our Future Plans for Improvement!
We are delighted to share with you the exceptional outcomes of our recent external validation process at Meadow Flat Public School. The results have affirmed the exceptional quality of education provided at our school, thanks to the collective efforts of our staff, students, and community.
The external validation panel report highlighted that Meadow Flat Public School excels in the key elements of school resources, management practices and processes, learning and development, educational leadership, learning culture, and student well-being.
Additionally, the panel report showed evidence that we are sustaining and growing in the elements of curriculum, assessment, reporting, student growth and performance, effective classroom practice, data skills and use, professional standards, and school planning, implementation, and reporting.
These areas of excellence play a critical role in shaping the overall quality of education and experience that our school offers:
- School resources: Our well-equipped facilities and resources create an optimal learning environment for students, enabling them to engage in meaningful and enriching educational experiences;
- Management practices and processes: Efficient and effective management practices ensure that our school operates smoothly and efficiently, allowing us to focus on our core mission of providing high-quality education;
- Learning and development: Our commitment to continuous learning and professional development for staff and students fosters a culture of growth and innovation, enhancing the overall educational experience;
- Educational leadership: Strong educational leadership guides Meadow Flat Public School towards its goals, inspiring and empowering both staff and students to strive for excellence in all aspects of their academic journey;
- Learning culture: A positive and inclusive learning culture at Meadow Flat Public School promotes collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking among our students, nurturing their holistic development and academic success; and
- Student well-being: Prioritising student well-being ensures that students at Meadow Flat Public School feel safe, supported, and valued, creating a conducive environment for learning and personal growth.
- Learning culture: A positive and inclusive learning culture at Meadow Flat Public School promotes collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking among our students, nurturing their holistic development and academic success; and
- Student well-being: Prioritising student well-being ensures that students at Meadow Flat Public School feel safe, supported, and valued, creating a conducive environment for learning and personal growth.
These areas of excellence collectively contribute to the exceptional quality of education that Meadow Flat Public School provides, setting a high standard for academic achievement and personal development. As we plan for the future and work towards further improvements, we are committed to building on these strengths and addressing areas for growth to continuously enhance the educational experience for all students at Meadow Flat Public School.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership in our shared commitment to excellence in education.
Michael Wood | Principal
Reading fluency
Improving reading fluency: NSW Department of Education's approach at Meadow Flat Public School
In today's fast-paced world, the ability to read fluently is more important than ever. Reading fluency not only enhances comprehension but also helps students succeed across all subjects. Recognising this, Meadow Flat Public School, in alignment with the NSW Department of Education, has implemented a comprehensive strategy to develop students' reading fluency from a young age.
How do we achieve the reading results we achieve?
"At Meadow Flat Public School, we are committed to providing a supportive and engaging learning environment that nurtures a love of reading in our students. Through a combination of early literacy development, targeted interventions, and a strong culture of reading, we are able to achieve exceptional reading results that empower our students for lifelong success." - Principal Mr Michael Wood.
Early literacy development
One of the key components of Meadow Flat Public School's approach is the emphasis on early literacy development. By introducing foundational reading skills in the early years of schooling, students at Meadow Flat Public School are equipped with the building blocks necessary for fluent reading. This includes phonemic awareness, phonics instruction, vocabulary development, and comprehension strategies tailored to the school's curriculum.
Targeted support
Furthermore, Meadow Flat Public School places a strong focus on providing targeted support for students who may be struggling with reading fluency. Through individualised interventions, such as small group tuition and one-on-one tutoring, teachers at Meadow Flat Public School are able to identify and address specific areas of difficulty for each student. This personalised approach ensures that all students at Meadow Flat Public School receive the support they need to improve their reading fluency.
Promoting a culture of reading
In addition to targeted interventions, Meadow Flat Public School also promotes a culture of reading both inside and outside the classroom. By encouraging students to read widely and often, educators help foster a love of reading that can significantly improve fluency. This includes providing access to a diverse range of high-quality reading materials, incorporating independent reading time into the school day, and promoting literacy-rich environments throughout the school.
Professional development for teachers
To achieve these results, Meadow Flat Public School invests in continuous professional development for its teachers. Teachers are provided with the latest research-based reading instruction strategies and are trained to use data-driven approaches to monitor and support student progress. This ensures that our teachers are well-equipped to deliver high-quality reading instruction and interventions.
Parental involvement
Meadow Flat Public School also recognises the crucial role of parental involvement in developing reading fluency. The school encourages parents to engage in their children's reading activities.
Through these various initiatives, Meadow Flat Public School, in collaboration with the NSW Department of Education, is working diligently to enhance students' reading fluency and ultimately set them up for success in school and beyond.
With a continued commitment to improving reading fluency, Meadow Flat Public School, in partnership with the NSW Department of Education, is dedicated to fostering a community of strong, skilled readers who are prepared to thrive in the 21st century.
95% is our attendance goal for all students
This Friday, 25 students will receive invitations to the Principal's Party for showing improvement in their attendance rate for the year 2024 compared to the end of Term 2, 2024. The invitations will be sent home with the students on Thursday afternoon.
Congratulations to these students for their impressive achievement!
Bilby class
95.2%
Term 1
1st half
89%
93.8%
Term 1
2nd half
89.8%
Term 2
1st half
92.1%
Term 3
1st half
0%
Term 2
2nd half
93.5%
Term 3
2nd half
0%
Term 4
1st half
Term 4
2nd half
Platypus class
94.7%
Term 1
1st half
88%
94.3%
Term 1
2nd half
90.2%
Term 2
1st half
95.3%
Term 3
1st half
0%
Term 2
2nd half
93.8%
Term 3
2nd half
0%
Term 4
1st half
Term 4
2nd half
93.5%
2024 whole school
student attendance
progress report
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Wellbeing
Texting and messaging are popular ways for young people to communicate. Find out how to keep children safe.
Creating a safe gaming environment
Parents and carers can do a lot to help keep young gamers safe online.
Young people's love of posting photos of themselves and their lives is deeper than you think. Selfies can play an important role in developing a young person's self-confidence and identity.
e-Safety
Click these links to find out more on ways to keep you and your children safe online.
Self awareness and high-quality content are key.
Guide young people so they can reap the benefits of their socials.
Students, parents, and teachers can use our resources to navigate negative online behaviours.
Posting about your child online
A healthy attitude to social media isn't just for children, it's for all of us. You can model and communicate the positive online behaviours you want to see in your children. Here's how.
Making and sharing videos is easy. There is a vast array of apps to make professional-looking short films. Help your child learn the ropes and watch YouTube with them for great discussion opportunities.
School sport
We are thrilled to congratulate our incredible relay team for their outstanding performance at the Western School Sports Athletics Championships in Dubbo!
Our talented athletes showcased their speed, teamwork, and determination as they competed against top schools in the region.
Although they didn't compete in the final, their heat was tightly contested, demonstrating their skill and competitive spirit. Their hard work and dedication have truly paid off, and we are so proud of their achievements.
Well done to each member of the relay team for representing our school with excellence and sportsmanship. Go team!
Today the students are taking home a NSW Health sponsored “Keep the Mozzies Away” awareness pack.
Bilby class
For PDHPE in Bilby Class this term we have been doing a variety of activities. We have completed some dances on wet days and the potato olympics event.
We have primarily been practicing our overarm throwing skills and hitting balls with bats with the goal of applying these skills to playing cricket and baseball.
To ensure we are performing our movement skills to the best of our ability and to prevent injury, please ensure children are wearing athletic style shoes such as joggers or runners every Wednesday. They also need a hat as it is getting warmer.
Platypus class
In PDHPE this term we have been learning about safety including child protection unit “No, Go, Tell” and our 5 safe people strategies.
We have been focussed on improving our fundamental movement skills in PE with skipping, side gallop and jumping. We also completed a Cosmic Kids Yoga session each Wednesday afternoon to relax, stretch and be calm for the afternoon session.
To ensure we are performing our movement skills to the best of our ability and to prevent injury, please ensure children are wearing athletic style shoes such as joggers or runners every Wednesday. They also need a hat as it is getting warmer.
Thank you to our parents, extended families, students, and ex-students who were available to support our P and C at the Rydal daffodil weekend.
