Scoop - July 2015

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BROUGHT TO YOU BY DOUBLE BAY PUBLIC SCHOOL P&C
10
You Can Learn
From Your Kids
Things
That
What is a
Healthy Diet
For your Kids?
BUILDING
Child
Resilience
July 2015

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From The Editor
Welcome back to Term 3 and
another issue of Scoop!
We hope that the cold snap has not
dampened your spirits and that you
are ready to tackle the new term
with enthusiasm!
In this issue of Scoop we cover
a range of really interesting and
important parenting topics from
how to help worried and sad
children to things that, we as
parents, can actually learn from our
kids!
Dr Joanna McMillan looks at what
constitutes a healthy diet for kids
and we featured a completely
delicious and super easy Spaghetti
and Meatball recipe that will warm
your family up and keep them
satisfied after a long school day!
I wish you all well for this new term
– have fun, stay warm and enjoy!
Contents
• The science behind child
resilience – why are some
kids more resilient than
others?
• 10 things that you can
learn from your kids
• An easy and satisfying
Spaghetti and Meatballs
recipe that the whole family
will love.
• Dr Joanna McMillan
gives us advice on what
constitutes a healthy diet
for kids.
• Strategies to help your kids
when they are worried and
sad.
• We meet Dana Hennessy,
Associate Centre Director of
Lindamood Bell, Double Bay
- this month’s Supporter in
the Spotlight
• We have a chat with the
newly married Justine
Myers from 3/4M.
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Presidents
REPORT
P&C Meeting
Wednesday 17 June 2015
On behalf of the P&C welcome and welcome to any new members/ attendees. Term 2 has been
an extraordinarily busy term for the school with a number of extra activities including Raising Body
Confident Kids, Band Camp, Gateways, the dance group auditions, debating, NAPLAN, maths expo
and a number of children involved in trying out for rep sport. All of which add value to the school
and we thank all the teachers and staff for their extra commitment. It was great that Ann Madigan
showcased some of the interesting ways our children are learning and being exposed to mathematics
at Double Bay and really proves the value in the P&C funding this specialist maths program. We are
delighted to have committed to continuing this offering.
A quick update on the Sunshade: the DA has now been lodged! So we should start seeing some
real progress very soon!
The P&C (namely Robyn Gipters) have been consulting with the school on getting the Express and
communication from the school put on line and I will leave Andrea to update us on this when
the time is right, but I thank both the school for listening to parent’s requests for more on-line
communication and for Robyn for helping to facilitate it.
There are some changes to ASA. After many years, Lesley Cameron is stepping away from ASA.
Lesley took it over as a voluntary position when a mother at Double Bay and for the last few years
has done it as a contractor to the P&C while Mia has been at school elsewhere. We thank her very
much for her hard work and dedication in building such a successful program. For those that do
not realise, ASA is a unique offering for a public school of our size. It is only fitting that we also
take this time to thank George Agyrous for his website support which processes all the payments/
enrolements and Rae Fry the former ASA treasurer and Alex Kuklik the current treasurer for their
work. ASA could not happen with out them. Toni Webster, too, plays an invaluable role. ForTerm
3, the P&C (Robyn and I) are taking over the admin side. This is just so the P&C gets a proper handle
on what is involved before we find a volunteer to hand it over to. We are looking at streamlining
the program and the offering and making it, hopefully, easier to manage from an admin, financial
and practical standpoint.
Any issues with ASA should, therefore, be directed to Robyn or myself.
Next term is another busy one but the school appears to be in good spirits a good shape. Enjoy the
holidays.
Jo Gore
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TERM 3 CALENDAR
WEEK Monday TuEsday WEdnEsday Thursday Friday
1
13th Jul
Staff Development Day.
14th Jul
K-6 Students Return.
INSPIRE K-2 .
15th Jul
Waste Free Wednesday.
INSPIRE 3-6 .
16th Jul
Junior Band 7.50am-8.50am.
Instrument Tutorials.
INSPIRE K-6 / Singing.
17th Jul
PSSA & School Sport .
Training 8.15am.
Chess Club 8am.
2
20th Jul
Senior Band 7.50-8.50am.
Instrument Tutorials.
After School Activities
(ASA) starts.
21st Jul
Senior Choir 8.15am in the
Library.
Junior Singing Groups
8.15am in 1L.
Primary Athletics Carnival.
INSPIRE K-2
22nd Jul
OC Test
Waste Free Wednesday.
P&C Meeting.
INSPIRE 3-6 .
23rd Jul
Junior Band 7.50am-8.50am.
Instrument Tutorials.
Scripture.
INSPIRE K-6 / Singing.
24th Jul
PSSA & School Sport .
Training 8.15am.
Chess Club 8am.
Kindergarten Chess.
Sunday 26th Jul
NSW Band Festival
National Tree Day.
31st Jul
PSSA & School Sport .
Training 8.15am.
Chess Club 8am.
Kindergarten Chess.
Winter Disco K-4.
3
27th Jul
EDUCATION WEEK.
Senior Band 7.50-8.50am.
Instrument Tutorials
28th Jul
Senior Choir 8.15am in the
Library.
Junior Singing Groups
8.15am in 1L.
UNSW English Competition.
INSPIRE K-2 .
29th Jul
Waste Free Wednesday.
INSPIRE 3-6 .
30th Jul
Junior Band 7.50am-8.50am.
Instrument Tutorials.
Scripture.
Senior Band/Assembly.
INSPIRE K-6 / Singing.
4
3rd Aug
Senior Band 7.50-8.50am.
Instrument Tutorials.
Showcase Rehearsal.
4th Aug
Senior Choir 8.15am in the
Library.
Junior Singing Groups
8.15am in 1L.
Showcase Performance.
INSPIRE K-2 .
5th Aug
Waste Free Wednesday.
INSPIRE 3-6 .
6th Aug
Junior Band 7.50am-8.50am.
Instrument Tutorials.
No Scripture today.
INSPIRE K-6 / Singing.
Stage 3 Movie Night.
Australian Opera performance—
Cinderella K-6.
7th Aug
PSSA & School Sport .
Training 8.15am.
Chess Club 8am.
Kindergarten Chess.
8th Aug
Brainwaves Workshops.
9th Aug
Working Bee.
14th Aug
PSSA & School Sport .
Training 8.15am.
Chess Club 8am.
Kindergarten Chess.
Kindergarten 2016 ‘Walk & Talk’
2-3pm .
Year 2 Swim School.
5
10th Aug
Senior Band 7.50-8.50am.
Instrument Tutorials.
Create East Workshop.
UNSW Maths Competition.
Year 2 Swim School
starts.
11th Aug
Senior Choir 8.15am in the
Library.
Junior Singing Groups
8.15am in 1L.
Zone Athletics ES Marks.
Create East Workshop.
INSPIRE K-2 .
Year 2 Swim School.
18th Aug
Senior Choir 8.15am in the
Library.
Junior Singing Groups
8.15am in 1L.
INSPIRE K-2 .
Year 2 Swim School.
12th Aug
Waste Free Wednesday.
Create East Workshop and
Performance .
INSPIRE 3-6 .
Year 2 Swim School.
13th Aug
Junior Band 7.45am-8.50am.
Instrument Tutorials.
Scripture.
INSPIRE K-6 / Singing.
Year 2 Swim School.
6
17th Aug
Senior Band 7.50-8.50am.
Instrument Tutorials.
Half day Zone Athletics
ES Marks.
Year 2 Swim School.
19th Aug
Stage 2 Camp.
Waste Free Wednesday.
INSPIRE 3-6 .
Year 2 Swim School.
20th Aug
Stage 2 Camp.
Junior Band 7.50am-8.50am.
Instrument Tutorials.
Scripture.
INSPIRE K-6 / Singing.
Year 2 Swim School.
21st Aug
PSSA & School Sport .
Training 8.15am.
Chess Club 8am.
Kindergarten Chess.
Year 2 Swim School ends.
22nd Aug
Brainwaves Workshops.
28th Aug
PSSA & School Sport ends.
Fathers Day
PSSA & School Sport .
Chess Club 8am.
Kindergarten Chess.
7
24th Aug
Book Week.
‘Books Light Up Our
World’.
Author Visit.
Senior Band 7.50-8.50am.
Instrument Tutorials.
25th Aug
Senior Choir 8.15am in the
Library.
Junior Singing Groups
8.15am in 1L.
INSPIRE K-2 .
26th Aug
Book Fair & Parade.
Waste Free Wednesday.
INSPIRE 3-6 .
G.AT.E.WAYS History
Years 4-6.
27th Aug
Junior Band 7.50am-8.50am.
Instrument Tutorials.
Scripture.
Bid Band Bash.
INSPIRE K-6 / Singing.
G.A.T.EWAYS History
Years 1-3.
3rd Sep
Junior Band 7.50am-8.50am.
Instrument Tutorials.
Scripture.
Junior Band junior spotlight
at school after school.
INSPIRE K-6 / Singing.
8
31st Aug
Senior Band 7.50-8.50am.
Instrument Tutorials.
1st Sep
Senior Choir 8.15am in the
Library.
Junior Singing Groups
8.15am in 1L.
INSPIRE K-2 .
2nd Sep
Waste Free Wednesday.
INSPIRE 3-6 .
Transition to High School
Woollahra Council Parent
Information Talk—Harbour
Room Bondi Junction.
4th Sep
Chess Club 8am.
Kindergarten Chess.
5th Sep
Brainwaves Workshops
9
7th Sep
National Numeracy &
Literacy Week.
Stage 3 Camp.
Senior Band 7.50-8.50am.
Instrument Tutorials.
8th Sep
Stage 3 Camp.
Senior Choir 8.15am in the
Library.
Junior Singing Groups
8.15am in 1L.
INSPIRE K-2 .
9th Sep
Stage 3 Camp.
Waste Free Wednesday.
P&C Meeting.
INSPIRE 3-6 .
10th Sep
Junior Band 7.50am-8.50am.
Instrument Tutorials.
Scripture Ends.
INSPIRE K-6 / Singing.
11th Sep
Chess Club 8am.
Kindergarten Chess.
Kindergarten 2016 ‘Walk & Talk’
2-3pm .
10
14th Sep
Senior Band 7.50-8.50am.
Instrument Tutorials.
15th Sep
Senior Choir 8.15am in the
Library.
Junior Singing Groups
8.15am in 1L.
INSPIRE K-2 .
16th Sep
Waste Free Wednesday.
INSPIRE 3-6.
17th Sep
Junior Band 7.50am-8.50am.
Instrument Tutorials.
INSPIRE K-6 / Singing.
18th Sep
Italian Day.
Chess Club 8am.
Kindergarten Chess.
End of Term 3.

What is a
HEALTHY DIET
FOR
KIDS?
What is a healthy balanced diet for kids?
Never has there been more accessible
information on nutrition, yet there
seems to be more confusion than ever
before. If that’s you rest assured you are
not alone - a recent survey showed that
87% of Australians are confused over
what constitutes a healthy diet. Perhaps
more worryingly is how this confusion is
affecting our children. If we’re unsure of
how to best nourish ourselves, how can
we have the confidence to feed the kids
well?
The same survey found that 82% of
parents change the meals they serve
the kids when they are dieting. Now if
that means ditching the soft drinks, the
sugary desserts and the junk food then
terrific – everyone benefits! However
almost 1 in 5 parents reported reducing
the carbs of their kids meals while they
were dieting. Yet at the same time the
vast majority recognised the importance
of fibre for their kids and wanted them to
eat more.
It’s essential that we recognise that kids have
very different nutritional needs to adults. In
relative terms they have a higher demand
for several nutrients that support growth
and development, as well as having a higher
relative energy demand overall. Despite our
concerns over our kids’ activity levels, the
facts are that they are still (usually) a whole
lot more active than most adults, plus they
need energy to support their growth.
When it comes to carbohydrates, kids use
up a lot more than we do for their size.
Their brains take up a large portion of both
their bodies and their carbohydrate use. Just
consider that brain weight quadruples in the
first three years of life, and then over the
course of the next 15 years it only increases
a little more such that by adulthood the
brain is roughly 5 times larger than at birth.
That’s a big glucose-burning brain in a small
body for several years!
The good news is that the same carb-rich
foods that are best for us are also good for
our kids. Wholegrains, legumes, fruit and
certain starchy veg are all terrific choices
as they deliver a wealth of nutrients along
with fibre. Grains in particular seem to be
in the firing line right now, yet these foods
are important providers of nutrients for
kids. These foods are seen as ‘carbs’ but
in fact they provide protein, fibre and a
wealth of micronutrients including B group
vitamins, iron, zinc and magnesium. Bread
is a great example. 2 slices of wholegrain
bread provides around 6g of protein, 5g
of fibre, along with 40% of a 10 year old’s
RDI for niacin, half his thiamin, 20% of his
magnesium and iron, 15% of his zinc, and
10% his folate and phosphorus. Not bad
for a food so many are becoming scared to
eat.
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The 2007 Children’s Nutrition and Physical
Activity Survey highlighted that less than
half of boys aged over 5 years were eating
the recommended serves of grains a day,
and only 2-10% of girls were. Instead they
were eating way too many discretionary
grain-based foods such as biscuits, cakes and
pastries. Very few kids are eating enough
vegies (less than 20%) Surely this highlights
to us that this is where our focus should be.
Let’s get the kids eating less of the nutrientpoor
stuff and more of the good stuff! And
most important of all is teaching them the
importance of enjoying a healthy diet and
lifestyle, so that they lead the way for a
healthier Australia.
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CHIEVING
AFULL POTENTIAL
The Science of Child Resiliency Explained
Sue Davey
Author. Speaker. Mentor. Philanthropist.CEO & Founder of Sue
Davey International, Mastermind Success Coaching, Brainy Child
Education
Each person handles
adversity and
challenges differently,
that much is known, but
what is it that we know
about the factors that
come into play when
it comes to developing
resiliency? Why is it
that some children are
able to respond well to
challenging situations
and thrive, and how can
we help children develop
resilience?
In a three-part video series by
the Centre on The Developing
Child at Harvard University, they
offered an overview of resilience,
the science behind overcoming
adversity as well as the factors
that build resilience.
The first video discussed
resilience as a concept and is
defined as a good outcome in
the face of adversity.
"The extent to which we are
able to build capacities in all
children early in their lives. To
be able to deal with whatever
bumps in the road or major
obstacles may be coming down
the track, that's an investment
in building strong human capital
and healthy productive adults,"
said Jack P. Shonkoff, M.D. Of
the Center on the Developing
Child at Harvard University.
Not all children encounter the
same amount of adversity, with
some being exposed to more
difficult life experiences than
others. Some examples include
mental illness, difficult family
environment, poverty, struggling
academic institution or violence
being some realities some
children come in contact with at
an early age.
Resilience is the ability, skills or
qualities of positive adaptation
that enables one to master
themselves and their reactions
to remain balanced in spite of
adversity.
The development of resiliency
isn't immediate, it's built over
time and is affected by not only
the person's character but also
dependent on the interactive
process with one's environment.
A child's level of resilience is a
continuous balance between
the positive and negative
outcomes occurring in their
life with respect to one's genes
and personality, which results
from their reality and daily
circumstances (i.e. health, family
life, financial stability, etc.).
As a child's positive experiences
accumulate, they learn
coping skills that aid in stress
management making an
emphasis on positive outcomes
easier. At the heart of the
process is the supportive
network and relationships
they have, particularly the
family, caregivers and larger
community, who play a
supportive role and contribute
to child development.
Positive interactions enable
children to build coping skills
and adaptive abilities like how to
self-soothe, delay gratification,
regulate behaviour and more.
It is during stressful times that
people tap into the lessons
learned that allow you to
manage challenges.
The key to building resilience in
children is to equip community
members with the right skills,
tools and support mechanisms
for more positive outcomes
for children. Below are some
important steps factors to
consider, including quality
childcare, parental coaching,
stronger schools and much
more.
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For parents who want to build
resilience in young children,
below are some things we can
do to provide support in young
children. These things include:
1
Don’t over
accommodate. We live in
a world where parents want
to give their children comfort
and protection. It’s important to
realize that over protection fuels
anxiety and fear. Eliminating all
risk and giving all comforts rob
children of learning resiliency.
Make strong
2
connections. Encourage
children to connect with others
and teach basic skills of empathy
and understanding. This will
foster the establishment of a
strong family and social network
that will provide support for
them during difficult times.
3
Empower through
helping. Children will
benefit from helping others.
By engaging children in ageappropriate
good-will activities,
they will experience the benefits
of helping others and asking for
help when necessary.
Nurture a positive sense
4
of self. Help your child
appreciate themselves and
those around them. Make
every opportunity of strength
a lesson that shows your
child they are able to handle
difficult situations. This will
build character and strength
that will aid in handling future
challenges.
Maintain a routine. Sticking
5
to a routine can be a source
of comfort the predictability
and structure offers security,
especially in younger children.
Encourage your child to develop
their own routines and coach
them on how to maintain
flexibility within that structure.
6
Accept that change is
inevitable. While structures
are important, children need to
know that life will always have
unexpected turns. Change can
often be scary but when a child
sees that it is part of life and
offers various opportunities,
children will be much more
adaptive with stronger coping
skills.
By promoting resilience in
children, despite the odds,
more children can grow up to
be balanced and productive
members of society.
With the right foundation, children grow up to have
healthier and happier relationships, become more
successful in the different aspects of their lives.
Resilience is one of the factors in helping children to
reach their full potential.
The importance of resilience is discussed in much
more detail in my upcoming book,
"Reeboot Your Mind".
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The Captains
CORNER
In This Issue of SCOOP We Asked Prefects
Annabel and Karlo For Their Top 5 Highlights
From Term 2 At Double Bay Public School…
Annabel
CAPTAINS CORNER
1. Peer Support – we learnt how teachers cope
with different behavior and I enjoy working with
kids.
2. Debating workshop – we learnt a lot about how
to structure a debate.
3. Maths Expo- we solved a problem using the
iPads
Karlo
1. I enjoyed Peer Support because I enjoy working
with different children from the school.
2. Footsteps- because it is a healthy and fun way to
get fit and learn about dance.
3. Leadership Conference because it was great
experience and we got to learnt how to be
better leaders at school.
4. Running Assemblies – running Thursday
assemblies are fun!
5. PSSA – it was great because it taught us about
team work and good sportsmanship.
4. PSSA – it was fun competing with other schools
and playing fairly.
5. I like how we are able to go to the park every
lunchtime.
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RECIPE
Classic Spaghetti
and Meatballs
If you are
looking for a dinner
that the whole family will love
then it is hard to go past the
old favourite – spaghetti
and meatballs. It also
has the added advantage
of freezing beautifully
making it a useful
“standby” dish to have in
your repertoire.
Serves 4-6
By Georgina Senes
Ingredients
•1½ cups fresh white breadcrumbs
• ½ cup milk
•500 g veal mince
•500 g pork mince
•2 garlic cloves, crushed
•1 brown onion, diced
•2 large eggs
•1 cup basil leaves, chopped
•2 tablespoons olive oil
•2 tablespoons tomato paste
•1 cup liquid beef stock
•2 x 400g can diced tomatoes
•500g spaghetti
•Sea salt and cracked black pepper
•Finely grated Parmesan, to serve
Method
1. Place the breadcrumbs and milk into a large bowl and mix to combine. Set the bowl aside for 5 minutes or until the milk has been absorbed into the
breadcrumbs.
2. Add the veal, pork, eggs, garlic and half the chopped thyme leaves to the mix and season with salt and pepper. Mix well so that all the ingredients
become well combined.
3. Wet your hands and then roll tablespoons of the meat mixture into balls – they should be a bit smaller than golf balls.
4. Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large, deep frypan over a medium-high heat. Cook the meatballs in batches, turning several times, for 5-6 minutes or
until browned. Remove meatballs from the pan and set them aside.
5. Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining oil to the pan and sauté the onions until they are lightly golden. Add the tomato paste and cook
for 1 minute before adding the stock, tomatoes, and remaining thyme leaves. Season with salt and pepper and stir to combine. Bring all ingredients to
the boil.
6. Add the meatballs to the sauce and simmer over a low heat for 15-20 minutes or until the sauce is slightly reduced and the meatballs cooked through.
7. Whilst the meatballs are simmering bring a large pot of salted water to the boil. Add spaghetti and cook for 8-10 minutes or until al dente.
8. Drain the pasta and serve the spaghetti topped with the meatballs. Add basil leaves and Parmesan to serve.
Serve with crusty garlic bread and a crisp green salad.

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HOT SEAT
Classroom Teacher 3/4 M
Ms. Justine Myers
: Where did you grow
up and tell us about a favourite
childhood memory?
Justine: I grew up at Empire Bay on the
Central Coast of NSW. My favourite
childhood memory is that of jumping off our
wharf in summer and canoeing around to
friends wharves to visit with my trusty dog
Patch swimming behind ( this made me very
nervous of a shark attack!) – even though I’d
told him to stay at home.
: What did you want to be
growing up – did you always want
to be a teacher?
Justine: I remember playing “teenagers”,
where my cousins and I lived in a lovely
house on our own (no parents), drove cars
and swanned around at make believe parties
dancing to a cassette of 1981 with a Bullet
on our boom box. However they remind me
that I was always the teacher if we played
“Schools”.
: What was your favourite
subject at school and what did you
like about it?
Justine: I loved history, my history teacher
(Miss O’Halloran) really brought the past to
life. I was fortunate to bump into her years
later and let her know that she was my
inspiration for going into teaching.
: If you could pass on just
one piece of advice to all the kids at
school what would it be?
Justine: Always stay curious and engaged
with the world, life is so interesting. Also
read, read and read you have your very own
movie cinema in your mind!
: Thanks so Much Ms Myers
it’s great to learn more about you?
14
: Did you enjoy school?
Were you good or a little bit
naughty?
Justine: I enjoyed school as I am very
curious, I went to Tangara School for Girls
I travelled every day on the train to Sydney
from the Central Coast and yes I was always
mischievous!
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By: Kirrilie Smout
R
esearch shows that adults often
underestimate how often kids get
worried and sad – most children experience
anxiety and sadness on a regular basis,
some more than others. This is not all bad -
getting worried and sad helps kids develop
important skills. However adults need to
coach them to develop these coping skills.
Here are some of these strategies.
First, it is vital to express empathy to children when
they are sad or worried.
This means short statements like “I’m sorry to
hear that”, “That sounds really hard to cope
with”, “What a tough experience” or “I’m
sorry you are feeling like that”. It is essential to
say these things without adding “BUT….….”
and without finishing the sentence with a little lesson,
instruction to look on the bright side or reassurance
(e.g “I’m sorry to her that BUT cheer up, it’s no big
deal” or “That is a bummer BUT if you had done this
in the first place it wouldn’t be happening” or “that
sounds hard BUT you should just do…….”).
When we try to reassure, teach or suggest things
to worried and sad kids before we have truly
empathised with children, it backfires. Children feel
like we have not heard them and they are not in any
state to learn or listen. We must start with caring
before anything else.
Helping Kids Calm Themselves
Once we have been empathic to children, and they
know we have heard their worries, we can help them to
calm themselves down. One way to do this is by helping
them slow their breathing. Encouraging children to take
three long, slow deep breaths, can be a simple way of
changing their physical tension and pattern of brain
activity. Practising breathing slowly when they are not
worried first is best, then we can help them do it while
worried.
We can also help children to calm themselves
by having a list of calm words they can use. Gently
ask children to use sentences like “I can cope”, “This
is not terrible” and “I’m okay”. It is often useful
to prepare these calm words in advance by writing
them down. For some children, writing out some
reasons why they can cope, and some evidence
for why things are not terrible can be very useful.
You might like to take some time with your worried
child to write down a list of these reasons. For
example, “five reasons why I can cope when
someone says something mean”, “5 reasons why it
is not terrible if I don’t understand my homework”
or “5 reasons why I will be okay going into school by
myself”. Then in the worried situation, ask the child
to say “I’m okay” and think about the list.
We need to help worried children to solve problems
and make plans themselves.
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When parents or adults give lots of advice or suggestions
to kids it means they don’t have the opportunity to
solve problems themselves. Sometimes worried kids get
more and more hooked on advice and reassurance from
others.
Instead of giving advice, when children tell us they
are worried or sad about something, our response –
once we have expressed care and concern – should
be to ask a question which helps them think. Helpful
questions might be: “what do you think might
work?”, “what might make this a little better?”,
“what do you think your options are”, “what do you
think would help?” and so on.
Children will often not have the answers the first time
we ask them these questions, but with coaching (“do
you think THIS or THIS might be better?”) and practise
they will improve, and learn important skills.
Kirrilie Smout is a clinical psychologist who
works with families in Adelaide and speaks in
schools across Australia. For information, free
help and articles please go to
www.developingminds.net.au
Help Children Act In Brave Ways
Finally, one of the most important ways of helping
sad and worried kids is to make sure we require
children to act in brave ways. Unfortunately the more
children avoid things they find scary, the more scared
they get. So if children avoid going into the classroom
on their own, going to friends’ houses, talking to
adults, playing sport – or other things they find nerve
wracking – they will usually become more scared of
these things over time.
To stop this cycle of increasing fear, we need to identify
the brave behaviour we want our children to do, and
to coach, encourage, reward and enforce this. To start
with it might be a few small steps (go into the classroom
one metre on your own and then mum joins you, just
say hello to an adult, eat one tiny bite of a new food
once a day, have a play date while mum is still at the
house, sleep in your own bed for the first ten minutes
of the night, use a calm voice for the first five minutes
of homework and so on, for whatever the child finds
difficult). Sometimes we have to reward these small,
scary steps – but however we do it, as parents we must
help our children to act brave. The more often children
act in brave ways, the less their worry will dominate their
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MathsExpo
Thank you to Mrs Madigan, our Maths Support
Teacher, who is funded by the P&C, for organising the
Maths Expo at school last Tuesday. This Maths Expo
enabled parents to see students, from a range of Year
levels, involved in a variety of hands-on mathematical
activities demonstrating outcomes and methodology
from the new NSW Maths Syllabus based on the
Australian Curriculum. One of the aims of the Expo
was to support parents in helping their children with
Maths at home. Thank you to all of the parents/
caregivers who attended. I am sure that you found the
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R&W DOUBLE BAY
DATE MARKET WRAP UP
by James Dunn R&W Double Bay
Double Bay Public School
July Update.
It’s definitely an exciting time to be in Double Bay at the moment
with new shops and eateries opening, more people out and
about, and not letting winter deter them. I’m sure you have
noticed that Stage 2 of the Kiaora Place development is well
and truly underway. When complete at the end of this year, it
will include a three storey public library, retail arcade, two levels
of commercial office space and a landscaped public plaza. All
good for the Bay.
On a topic closer to home, our General Manager Robynne
Arnouts, the Richardson & Wrench Double Bay team and I
thoroughly enjoyed judging the entries of the art competition.
There was plenty of healthy debate about which pictures
embodied the brief of “my home” to feature on the cover of
the Double Bay edition of our July 2015 Local Market Report.
Congratulations to all the students R&Wand the overall winner,
Year 1 student Henry Maison. We were thrilled to be able to
present the prizes at the K-6 Assembly with the whole school
in attendance. Henry’s class will receive an Ipad and Henry the
kudos of the win and a $100 Oscar & Friends Book Voucher. We
were pleased to also reward all the individual year winners with
a $30 Oscar & Friends Book Voucher each.
Even though it is winter, there are still plenty of buyers out every
weekend looking for an investment or a place to call home.
With stock levels tight across the Eastern suburbs; and auction
clearance rates above 80%, the market is showing no signs of
slowing down. Interest rates announced to remain at 2.0%,
that bubble that is receiving plenty of commentary is looking unlikely to burst.
If you have any questions about the sale process or property management, please feel free to contact me
anytime.
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From the moment the baby leaves
the womb until they are well
and truly grown adults, parents
are continuously teaching their
kids. From how to recite the ABC, to
toilet training and eating politely
and minding their manners to what
qualities to seek in friends and how
to budget sensibly – parents are
constantly teaching.
As busy teachers sometimes us parents forget
that we still have a lot to learn ourselves - and
that in fact we can actually learn a lot from
our kids!
Here are 10 things that all
parents can learn from their
children:
.Smile when you look in the mirror: Children
1 start out life using the mirror as a source
of entertainment and amusement to smile
at themselves and have fun. Remember that
the next time when you are using it to judge
yourself and size up your ‘perceived’ flaws!
. Be courageous: Sing out loud, wear what
2 you want, dance when you feel like it.
Children are far more likely to put themselves
out there and embrace life without fear of
failure or humiliation as they have yet to be
beaten down or experienced failure. Children
embrace life with open arms and are not yet
fearful to try new things and take risks. Try and
take a leaf out of your child’s book and move
forward with courage not worrying about
failing or about what people think.
.Have fun and laugh: “A day without
3 laughter is a day wasted.” – Charlie
Chaplin. Children have an intrinsic ability to
find fun and silliness everywhere – they find
the smallest and simplest things hilarious. Start
laughing more and worrying less.
. Be confident: When have you ever seen a
47 year old run from the water at the beach
to hide behind a cover up? They don’t because
they have a natural confidence in themselves.
Start believing in yourself and be confident in
how you look, who you are and what you can
do.
. Focus on the good: Aside of the occasional
5 argument or hissy fit, kids take their friends
at face value and simply enjoy being in their
company and having fun. As adults we are quick
to jump to conclusions, make assumptions and
dwell on peoples shortcomings – stop over
analysing things and focus on the positives.
. Be affectionate: Kids are naturally
6 affectionate creatures always looking for a
snuggle or a hug or an endearing compliment.
As we grow older many of us forget the
importance of affection. We often think that our
family should simply know how much we love
them and forget that sometimes a soft touch
goes a long way.
. Find the extraordinary in the ordinary:
7 There is beauty all around us but most of the
time we are just too busy or preoccupied to
notice it. Children tend to notice and appreciate
the small things in life a lot more than grown
ups. From the colours of a rainbow to the fun
to be had in putting together a simple puzzle –
kids find pleasure in the simple things.
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kids
. Be active: When you were young the
8 highlight of your day was running outside
and playing, chasing your friends in a game
of tip, riding your bike, doing cartwheels at
the drop of a hat and simply playing. These
activities were not thought of as daily ‘exercise’
they were simply fun activities that you loved
that also got you moving. Find things to do
that keep you active but that also provide you
with pleasure.
. Live in the now: Put the smartphone down
9 and look up and enjoy the moment. Too often
we spend so much time distracted by work,
family, problems and surroundings that we
By: Georgina Senes
forget to live in the present and truly enjoy
life’s experiences. Kids have a natural ability
to live in the moment and enjoy things just
as they are – something many a parent can
learn from.
. Wear your scars proudly: When a
10 child breaks a bone and gets a cast they
become superstars of the year group with
everyone scrambling to sign the plaster.
When a child falls down and gets a cut or
a bruise they are not afraid to show you –
they wear their scars proudly. As we get
older we become less willing to show any
sign of weakness and hide our scars – not
wanting pity or attention. But what children
recognise that adults forget –scares are
not a sign of weakness but rather signs of
living life, of experience, of strength and of
survival.

UPPORTER IN THE
POTLIGHT SDana Hennessy
Lindamood Bell Double Bay
This month Scoop sits down and chats with Dana
Hennessy, Associate Centre Director of
Lindamood Bell Double Bay.
: Hi Dana, thanks for chatting
with Scoop. For those mums and dads
who are not familiar with Lindamood
Bell can you tell us a bit about the
company and how things work?
Dana : Lindamood Bell is an intensive
learning centre focusing on areas of reading,
comprehension, spelling and maths. It is open
to all students aged from 4 to adult. We
conduct a 4-hour Learning Ability Evaluation,
which allows us to see why a student might
be struggling. For parents, who already know
that their child is having difficulties, and want
to know why, this provides an understanding
of what the underlying causes might be. It is
the first step in creating a fully differentiated
instructional strategy specifically for that
student. We then recommend a minimum
period of instruction, addressing the underlying
issues. The initial goal is to make significant
gains in a relatively short period of time and
then to maintain those gains long term. We
feel confident that we can make considerable
benefit to the students we see.
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: How long has Lindamood Bell
been operating and where can we find
you?
Dana : Lindamood Bell has been operating for
about 30 years.We have over 60 permanent
centres worldwide including 3 in Australia and
dozens of seasonal centres, which are opened
to meet additional student needs. Permanent
centres in Australia are in Sydney (in Double
Bay and in Chatswood) and Melbourne
and we have seasonal centres at present in
Brisbane, Tokyo, and Singapore, with a view to
a seasonal Perth clinic opening this year.
: What is it about Lindamood
Bell that makes it different to other
‘Learning Centres’?
Dana : Lindamood Bell stands out in many
ways. Our instructional quality and the quality
of the programmes that are the foundation
of our instruction are key. For each student
we ensure an accurate diagnosis, we tailor
fully differentiated programme and we
monitor continuously in order to reach our
goal, which is the same as our clients -
achieving their potential.
: What is the most rewarding
part of being part of the Lindamood Bell
team?
school, they attended Lindamood Bell for
approximately 160 hours each and can now
read confidently in the classroom setting.
These stories are commonplace for us, but
for the families who benefit they can be life
changing.
: How can readers find out a bit
more about the products/services that
Lindamood Bell offers?
Dana : Our website is a good start,
www.lindamoodbell.com
but phoning or visiting will be the best way
to have your individual questions or queries
answered and we’d love to speak with anyone
who is interested.
Feel free to call us anytime on 02 9328 7119
or Toll Free 1300 600 008
or come and visit our centre at
3/1 Transvaal Avenue, Double Bay,
or email us on
doublebay.centre@lindamoodbell.com
: Thanks so much for your time
Dana – it has been great to learn a little
more about the work that Lindamood Bell
is doing to support kids to help them reach
their potential.
Dana : Looking out from my desk right now I
can see a student diagnosed with Autism who
was not originally able to attend mainstream
school and who struggled to read or
comprehend, who is now, with some ongoing
support from us, back at school, reading and
understanding what he is reading.
Recently we worked with two brothers both
with amazing potential who were reading in
the 1st percentile and about 3 years below
their grade level. After consultation with their
CONTACT INFORMATION
Visit us: 3/1 Transvaal Avenue, Double Bay
Website: www.lindamoodbell.com
Call us at 02 9328 7119 or
Toll Free 1300 600 008
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