5 June 2025
Principal’s Report
Dear Families,
As we approach the midpoint of the school year, I would like to take this opportunity to share some exciting updates and important events happening at Beaconsfield Primary.
Mid-Year Reporting and Family Partnership Meetings
We are pleased to announce that our Mid-Year Reporting and Family Partnership Meetings will be held in Weeks 8 and 9. These meetings provide a valuable opportunity for families and teachers to discuss each student’s academic progress as well as their social and emotional development. Bookings can be made online via the link below. We look forward to these important conversations and appreciate your continued partnership in supporting your child's growth.
New DECYP Literacy Programs
We are excited to have commenced two new literacy programs across the school:
- UFLI (University of Florida Literacy Initiative) is being taught in Prep to Year 2 as part of the DECYP Literacy Implementation Plan. UFLI Foundations is an explicit and systematic phonics program that introduces students to the foundational reading skills necessary for proficient reading. It follows a carefully developed scope and sequence designed to ensure that students systematically acquire each skill needed and learn to apply each skill with automaticity and confidence. This program is built on evidence-based strategies and focuses on building strong foundational reading skills in our youngest learners.
- Word Origins, for Years 3–6, will deepen students' understanding of word roots and meanings. This program supports vocabulary development and encourages a love for language and literacy.
These initiatives reflect our ongoing commitment to high-quality teaching and learning. We look forward to monitoring student progress throughout the year.
TPSSA Cross Country Carnival
Congratulations to all our students who participated in the recent TPSSA Carnival, hosted here at Beaconsfield Primary. Special congratulations to Cameron (1st place), Ethan (3rd), and Jordan (4th)—a fantastic achievement! We now look ahead to the All Schools Cross Country at Symmons Plains Raceway on June 17. Entry forms are available at the office. Please note that this is not a Beaconsfield Primary School event.
Moderation Day – Friday, June 6
On Friday, 6 June, our staff will participate in Moderation Day, collaborating with teachers from other schools across the north. This professional learning day plays a vital role in ensuring consistency in assessment practices aligned with the Australian Curriculum. Please note that this is a student-free day.
5/6 Winter Sport
Our Year 5/6 Winter Sport program begins in Week 8 of Term 2 and continues in Weeks 2, 4, and 6 of Term 3. Rain dates will take place on the alternate weeks. Matches will be held in George Town at Blue Gum Park or South George Town Primary School. Families are welcome to attend and cheer on our teams—rosters will be shared soon.
Upcoming Public Holiday
A reminder that Monday, 9 June is the King’s Birthday Public Holiday. We hope you enjoy the extended weekend with your families.
Thank you for staying connected with us. Your involvement and support play a vital role in our students' success. We look forward to seeing you at the upcoming family meetings and events.
Daisy Stephens
Principal
Launching into Learning Term 2
Book Club Issue 4
Brochures have been distributed for Issue 4, orders are due by Thursday 12 June.
| CLASS CERTIFICATES | |||
Desmond | Prep Barnett/Ross | Respect | For his positive attitude and always having a go at learning. |
Dustin | Prep/1 Taylor/Fisher | Growth | For trying hard to be a more focused learner at all times. |
Charlii | 1/2A Gore/Nankivell | Growth | For working hard to improve her writing by including punctuation and reducing run on sentences. |
Dominic R | 1/2A Gore/Nankivell | Growth | For working hard to improve his writing by including finger spaces between words and using his letter-sound knowledge to spell familiar words. |
Lylah-Rose | 1/2B Evans | Growth | For a huge improvement in transitioning to class sensibly in the morning, ready to learn. |
Bjorn | 1/2B Evans | Responsibility | For his focused group work and being a learner. |
Madilyn | 3/4A Dawber | Growth | For her focus and determination to reach her learning goals. |
Harry | 3/4A Dawber | Growth | For his focus and determination to reach his learning goals. |
Indi | 3/4B Cooper | Growth | Consistently demonstrating perseverance to overcome challenging learning tasks in the classroom. |
Oscar | 3/4C Batt | Courage | For taking on the challenge of Cross Country and demonstrating incredible determination. |
Kaia | 3/4C Batt | Respect | For consistently showing respect in the classroom to both her teachers and her peers. |
Azazel | 5/6A Evans | Growth | For applying his knowledge of morphemes into his sentence writing and having the courage to share these ideas with his peers. |
Charlotte A | 5/6A Evans | Courage | For having the resilience to persevere with challenges. |
Emily | 5/6B Turnbull | Growth | For focussing her efforts in all areas of school, both inside and outside the classroom. |
Eden | 5/6B Turnbull | Growth | For consistently remaining on task and applying herself to her learning. |
Noah C | 5/6C James | Responsibility | For an improved dedication and effort to all his schoolwork. |
Jimmy | 5/6C James | Connection | For building connections with his peers and continuing to focus on his learning. |
| CREDIT AWARDS | ||
10 CREDITS | Conor W | Prep/1 Taylor/Fisher |
Dustin | Prep/1 Taylor/Fisher | |
Emily | Prep/1 Taylor Fisher | |
Eliza | Prep/1 Taylor Fisher | |
Ashton | Prep Barnett/Ross | |
30 CREDITS | Kaliyah | Prep/1 Taylor/Fisher |
Henry | Prep/1 Taylor/Fisher | |
Hailey | 3/4A Dawber | |
Laylah | 3/4A Dawber | |
Eli | 1/2B Evans | |
Frankie | 1/2B Evans | |
Lylah-Rose | 1/2B Evans | |
50 CREDITS | Dakota | 1/2B Evans |
75 CREDITS | Charlee | 3/4C Batt |
Lennon | 1/2B Evans | |
Rory | 1/2B Evans | |
100 CREDITS | Thomas H | 3/4C Batt |
150 CREDITS | Adrian | 3/4B Cooper |
Sonny | 5/6B Turnbull | |
Arianna | 5/6B Turnbull | |
RAINBOW CARDS | |
Noah C | 5/6C James |
Henry | Prep/1 Taylor/Fisher |
Christopher | Prep/1 Taylor/Fisher |
Ciarrah | Prep/1 Taylor/Fisher |
Huon | Prep Barnett/Ross |
Jasper | 5/6A Evans |
Lillyanne H | 5/6A Evans |
Holly | 5/6A Evans |
Ruby | Kinder Guy |
Owen | Kinder Guy |
Aspen | Kinder Guy |
Imogen | 5/6A Evans |
Blaze | 5/6B Turnbull |
Sophee | 5/6B Turnbull |
Elias | 5/6B Turnbull |
Katie | 5/6B Turnbull |
Charlotte | Kinder Guy |
Eden | 5/6B Turnbull |
Bailey | 3/4A Dawber |
Hailey | 3/4A Dawber |
Leyton | 3/4A Dawber |
Parker | 3/4A Dawber |
Zahli | 1/2A Gore/Nankivell |
Will M | 5/6B Turnbull |
Owen | Kinder Guy |
Lucy | Kinder Guy |
Peyton | Kinder Guy |
Some of Our Rainbow Card Recipients
JUNE | |
Henry | Prep/1 Taylor/Fisher |
Huon | Prep Barnett/Ross |
Bentley | 3/4C Batt |
Laylah A | 3/4C Batt |
Sonny | 5/6B Turnbull |
Connor V | 1/2B Evans |
Nixyn | 1/2B Evans |
Harvey | 3/4C Batt |
Dex | 3/4C Batt |
Laylah D | 3/4C Batt |
Ezra | 5/6C James |
Eden | 5/6B Turnbull |
Thomas | Prep/1 Taylor/Fisher |
Parker | 3/4A Dawber |
IMPORTANT DATES – Term 2 2025
Student Free Day TOMORROW | Friday 6 June |
King’s Birthday Holiday | Monday 9 June |
Winter Sports Year 5 & 6 Round 1 | Friday 20 June at George Town Blue Gum Sports Oval |
Last day of Term 2 | Friday 4 July |
Term 3 starts | Monday 21 July |
Auskick and Superkick at Beaconsfield Primary School
COMMUNITY NOTICES
Beaconsfield Child & Family Learning Centre
CFLC Champion
Support Services
Weekly Playgroups
Development and Wellbeing
QVMAG Extinctions
Lunchbox Cooking
June Calendar
Key Word Signs
Tuning In To Kids
Beaconsfield Neighbourhood House
Free2b Girls
Kings Meadows Recreational & Community Hub
Life Without Barriers - Tassie Kids Need Foster Carers
Little Athletics Tasmania – 2025 All School Cross Country
Primary Cross Country Carnival 17 June at Symmons Plains Raceway. Please click on below link for more information and to register.
https://www.tasathletics.org.au/events/294585
Oral Health Services Tasmania - Legana
West Tamar Council – Paint & Snack
West Tamar Dance Academy
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