Dear Parents and Carers, Week 5 is half way through our term. Time flies when you are having fun! New Covid rules came into play last week, many restrictions have been lifted or changed. At the end of this newsletter the Covid rules have been explained in detail but in summary the main changes are the following; Kinder & Year 6 can transition to next school setting P&C Meetings can now take place on site End of year activities can occur with 4 square metre rule in place. We are in the process of arranging the end of year Presentation Day and Year 6 Graduation and will notify you as soon we have a plan in place. We are limited by space and our ability to follow the 4 sqm rule with all students, staff and parents on site. Welcome Robin Staciwa our new School Admin Manager Welcome to Robin, our new office manager. Robin comes to us from Wallerawang PS and has a very extensive career in school administration. Robin has managed large high schools, large and small primary schools and of course is looking forward to working here at Perthville PS. We are very lucky to have such an experienced person in the chair. Please introduce yourself to Robin and welcome her to our school community. We know she will love Perthville! Year 5 Student Leader Speeches – Friday 13th November -12pm Due to the additional day for year 6 at High School on the 20 th November, Year 5 will be presenting their speeches this Friday – 13 th November at 12pm. Voting will take place following the speeches. Good Luck Year 5 – We are proud of you already! Perthville Public School Rockley Street Perthville 2795 Phone: 02 6337 2316 Email - [email protected]Website www.perthville-p.schools.nsw.gov.au Find us on Facebook Newsletter Wednesday 12 th November 2020 Term 4 Week 5 The importance of arriving on time Arriving at school and class on time (and staying) ensures that students do not miss out on important learning activities scheduled early in the day helps students learn the importance of punctuality and routine gives students time to greet their friends before class reduces classroom disruption.
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Dear Parents and Carers,
Week 5 is half way through our term. Time flies when you are having fun!
New Covid rules came into play last week, many restrictions have been lifted or changed. At the end of
this newsletter the Covid rules have been explained in detail but in summary the main changes are the
following;
Kinder & Year 6 can transition to next school setting
P&C Meetings can now take place on site
End of year activities can occur with 4 square metre rule in place.
We are in the process of arranging the end of year Presentation Day and Year 6 Graduation and will
notify you as soon we have a plan in place. We are limited by space and our ability to follow the 4 sqm
rule with all students, staff and parents on site.
Welcome Robin Staciwa our new School Admin Manager
Welcome to Robin, our new office manager. Robin comes to us from Wallerawang PS and has a very
extensive career in school administration. Robin has managed large high schools, large and small primary
schools and of course is looking forward to working here at Perthville PS. We are very lucky to have such
an experienced person in the chair. Please introduce yourself to Robin and welcome her to our school
community. We know she will love Perthville!
Year 5 Student Leader Speeches – Friday 13th November -12pm
Due to the additional day for year 6 at High School on the 20th November, Year 5 will be presenting their
speeches this Friday – 13th November at 12pm. Voting will take place following the speeches.
How great was Footsteps! The students had a wonderful time last week at their footsteps dance lessons.
The energy was fabulous and we certainly learnt some great moves! Well done everyone!
Tennis Lessons started today!
K-2 students started their tennis lessons today. What fun we had!
Students need to come in their sports uniform on these days
K-2 - Wednesday 11th, Thursday 12th and Friday 13th
3-6 - Wednesday 18th, Thursday 19th and Friday 20th
A message from the Office
Bookclub The school will no longer be accepting eftpos, cash or cheque at the office for Book club
payments. Parents are asked to please process all orders online via scholastic.com.au/LOOP or
download the app.
Issue 8, 2020 will be sent home Thursday 19th November in time for Christmas orders to be delivered
before the end of term.
Band in 2021
Perthville offers band lessons for students in Years 2 – 6. So that we can identify those that are interested
and willing to have band as an option for their child in 2021, we need the note following returned asap.
Community Consultation – Student NAPLAN Results over time.
Last term our staff worked very hard to analyze all data around enrolments, attendance, wellbeing and
students results. We created what is called a situation analysis which guides future planning and will inform
our next 4 year school plan. I would normally be able to present all of this information to you face to face
through P&C meetings but at present that method of communication is not possible. Therefore, over
coming weeks, I will be writing about some of these results in our newsletter. Please take the time to read through this information. There is a feedback form (sent home to each family today) where you can
respond or ask questions. I am also happy to receive emails to our school email address. It is very
important that consultation is thorough and we work together to ensure Perthville school continues to
go from strength to strength. This week we look at student results.
NAPLAN 2019
Even though there was no NAPLAN in 2020, we can still look back historically on how students at Perthville are achieving in the areas of Reading and Numeracy
READING What do we notice?
Students in Year 3 have always had the majority of students in the top 2 bands for reading. We have outperformed the state and statistically similar schools consistently over this time. In 2019 we saw a decrease in this result. We have already started to review our teaching of Literacy and have embedded new programs in 2020.
Students in Year 5 have demonstrated an increase in the top two band over recent years with 2019 seeing the biggest number (67%) ever in the top two bands. Consistent approached across the Primary area have addressed the explicit teaching of reading in the last 3 years.
NUMERACY What do we notice?
Students in Year 3 have had the majority of students in the top 2 bands for Numeracy since 2014. We have significantly outperformed the state and statistically similar schools consistently over this time.
Students in Year 5 have demonstrated an increase in the top two bands since 2016. The Numeracy continuum group program and a dedicated focus on hands on learning is evident in these results.
Expected Growth
59.4% of students achieving expected growth in reading from years 5 to 7.
81.3% of students achieving expected growth in numeracy from years 5 to 7
2019 Year 5 -7 Reading at or above expected growth = 43%
2019 Year 5-7 Numeracy at or above expected growth = 70%
Check In Assessment Results
In 2020 students in years 3 and 5 completed check in assessments. The assessments gave teachers
immediate feedback about how students were performing in reading and numeracy. Our results were
very good, outperforming statistically similar schools and the state average, by some margin in Numeracy.
The areas that showed up as needing most revision included building vocabulary and calculating
measurement in multi-step problems.
Year 3 reading – 63% (SSSG 56.4% and State 58.6%)
Year 5 reading – 65.9% (SSSG 58.9% and State 60.7%)
Year 3 Numeracy – 72.8% (SSSG 60.4% and State 62.8%)
Year 5 Numeracy – 75.9% (SSSG 56.8% and State 60%)
Swimming Lessons Weeks 7 & 8
Swimming lessons will be held for all students from Years 2-6. The lessons will be held consecutively over
2 weeks from 23rd November. A full permission note is attached to the newsletter and a hardcopy was
sent home last fortnight. The lessons are $12 per day (this includes the bus travel) and must be paid prior
to the lessons starting. We are anticipating Year 6 will be able to do the transition day to High School on
the 2nd December so we have taken out one of their swimming lessons in the following figures. Should
this not occur this lesson (an extra $12) can be paid for at a later date.
Years 2-5 – 10 Lessons $120
Year 6 – 9 lessons $108.
Year 6 to Denison College - Kelso and Bathurst High – Full Day Orientation with all schools!
Year 6 will participate in their transition to High school this term. This day is the state wide transition day
on Wednesday 2nd December. This is an all-day event. Transport to and from this event is by private
arrangement. Canteen facilities are available. Mr Dickson will NOT be accompanying students on this day.
An additional Year 6 Day will be held on Friday 20th November – A separate note has been already
sent out for this day. Mr Dickson will meet students there for this day.
Year 6 Special Assembly – Monday 7th December
A special assembly will be held for Year 6 on Monday 7th December. The year 6 students will be treated
to special awards, cake and the year 6 video, showcasing their time at Perthville and the changes that have
occurred throughout their time with us.
Year 6 Baby Photos
Year 6 are requested to bring in 3-4 baby photos so that Mr. Dickson can put together the year 6 video,
a special keepsake!
Year 6 Big Day Out – Tuesday 15th December
Year 6 will enjoy their big day out on Tuesday 15th December. A permission note for this has been sent
home with Year 6 today and is attached to this newsletter.
Two Half Staff Development Days to be held this term
Staff will be on site in the evenings of Tuesday 10th and 17th October for two half staff development days.
During this afternoon staff will completing mandatory training in CPR and Anaphylaxis and be looking at
the next 2 sections of the What Works Best Document which guides school planning for 2021. These
half day, along with our day in terms one and three will replace the professional learning days which are
normally held at the end of Term 4. Staff will finish the same day as students in Term 4 on Wednesday
16th December.
Payments to the school
Please send money and permission notes to the school office for excursions etc. in an envelope or zip
lock bag, with your child’s name clearly labelled. Please send correct money if paying by cash as no
change is held in the office. Other payment methods include EFTPOS, cheque and POP. The Parent
Online Payment system can be accessed through the school website. Click on Make A Payment and
follow the prompts. Your child’s Student Registration Number is not required.
The Everyday Maths Hub
I encourage you to make the most of the Everyday Maths Hub, an online platform helping parents and
carers engage their children in mathematics. The hub features fun, interactive resources and explainers
about a wide range of mathematics topics and how they are relevant to everyday life.
100% of students at school more than 90% of the time!
Perthville Swimming Lessons
Starting DAILY from Monday 23 November until Friday 4
December
FAMILY NAME:
STUDENT NAME Grade:
STUDENT NAME Grade
STUDENT NAME Grade:
I have completed all information required on the individual child’s ability note and give permission for my child/children to attend swimming lessons at the Bathurst Aquatic
Centre every day from 23 November – Friday 4 December. Years 2 and 3 will leave
school at 11.00am. Years 4, 5 and 6 will leave at 12.00pm.
I understand the students will be travelling by bus to and from Perthville School on
these dates. I understand students are to bring their swimmers, towel, sunscreen,
swim shirt if in squad, goggles (if required) and a hat each day.
Please ensure everything is clearly labelled and in a separate bag.
Students also need underwear to change into after swimming
lessons. Medical conditions we should be aware of include:
This form has been completed by
(print name). _ (signature)
I have enclosed $120 to cover costs associated with EACH CHILD’S
swimming lessons. $108 for year 6 students attending i-Learn 2 November.
Payment has been made online. Receipt number
I have included a part payment of ___ Payment will be made in full prior
to lessons.
Perthville Swimming Lessons – Years 2-6
ONLY DAILY from 23/11/19 – 4/12/19
10 Lessons
It is important that this form is fully completed and ONLY
completed by the person whose signature and name appears at the
bottom of this form.
A new form must be completed for each
child.
STUDENT NAME:
CLASS:
1. Has your child completed any swimming lessons prior to these?
YES NO
2. How would you rate your child’s swimming confidence? (Tick
one box only)
Strong swimmer Can tread
water Can play in water over their height
Can play in water to 1 m depth Poor water confidence
3. How far can your child swim?
Not at all 0-10m 10-20m
25-50m My Child will be doing squad training
4. Does your child have a fear of deep water? YES NO
The cost of the 10 lessons, bus transport and pool entry for 10
days is
$120. Full payment is required prior to the beginning of the
Excursion Name: Year 6 Big Day Out Date: Tuesday 15th December, 2020 Cost: $40.00 Year 6 students will be going on the annual ‘Big Day Out’ excursion with Mrs James & Mr Dickson as a way of
recognising and rewarding their commitment to Perthville Public School.
Itinerary of approximate times.
9am-9.25am arrive at school as normal on the bus or drop off by parent or carer.
9.30am travel by private vehicle with a parent or parent helpers to Ten Pin Bathurst, which is
located at the bottom of Mitre Street near the tennis courts, lanes are booked for 10am start.
Approx 11.30 am parents collect, drop to Bathurst RSL in Rankin St for 12 o’clock lunch.
1.30 pm students will walk to Bathurst Aquatic Centre for an afternoon of swimming and games.
3pm swimming is concluded, travel by private vehicle back to Perthville Public School or straight
home with your parent.
In past years students have been able to return to Perthville Public and catch buses home.
The cost of this excursion will be $40 per student which covers the cost of ten-pin, lunch and pool entry
($35 per student if they have a season pass to the pool).
Students may also like to bring some money with them if they wish. Students to please wear smart casual
dress as they’re going out to lunch, and appropriate foot wear is important for walking. The students will
need socks as they will change into bowling shoes.
Please remember this day is a privilege and perfect behaviour is required.
Method of Payment: Cash/Cheque/EFTPOS at school office
Or
Parent Online Payments located on the Perthville Public School Website
Or
Fees in Advance held at the school Please return following permission to the School
……………………………………………………………………………. Perthville Public School Parent Permission
Excursion Name: Year 6 Big Day Out Date: Tuesday 15th December, 2020 Cost: $40.00
I give permission for my child: __________________________________to attend the above excursion.
My child has a season pass to Bathurst Aquatic Centre therefore will be paying $35.00
My method of payment: correct monies are enclosed with this permission
I have paid online _____________________________ Receipt No. Date
I have ‘Fees in Advance’ to utilise
Travel arrangements: I am available to assist with transportation. I have ______ seats available in
my car.
I have arranged for my child to travel with _________________________
In accordance with advice from NSW Health External link, parents and carers are reminded NOT to send children to school if they are unwell, even if they have the mildest flu-like symptoms.
NSW Health has requested that schools encourage anyone who is unwell or has even mild flu-like symptoms, to arrange to be tested through their local medical practitioner or one of the COVID-19 clinics External link.
Students and staff with flu-like symptoms will need to be tested and provide a copy of a negative COVID-19 test result and be symptom-free before being permitted to return to school.
Students who do not undertake a COVID-19 test result will not be permitted to return to school for a 10 day period. Additionally, they must be symptom-free for at least 3 days prior to returning to school.
Students who have seasonal allergic rhinitis or another condition that presents similarly to flu-like symptoms are still required to get tested for COVID-19 and return a negative test result. Where their symptoms continue beyond 10 days, students should provide documentation from their GP confirming their symptoms are typical for their condition. If the student develops new or changed symptoms, they should get tested for COVID-19. Find more information about COVID-19 symptomsExternal link.
COVID-19 testing for students with complex health or disability may be challenging. In these situations, schools will ask the parent or carer to have their child assessed by their medical practitioner. Where a medical practitioner determines that a COVID-19 test is not required, documentation must be provided to the school to confirm that the student does not have symptoms that warrant a COVID-19 test. The certificate must also indicate that the student is able to return to school.
Visiting NSW Schools
Parents and carers are not allowed on school sites or at offsite school events held during school hours except for the following purposes only:
essential parent and carer meetings with teachers and/or school executives
parents and carers who attend a school administration building or another defined location for the purpose of picking up their child if they are unwell or where they have been asked to arrange for a COVID-19 test after their child has displayed flu-like symptoms while at school
parents and carers who need to be on-site for canteen and uniform shop duties or to collect or purchase uniforms
parent or carer volunteers required as educational support roles for activities that are essential to the delivery of the curriculum such as reading groups, music and kitchen garden areas. Schools are required to have scheduled
programs in place and remind parents and carers that they must not attend school unless it has been previously arranged
to attend special end of year events at the invitation of the school provided that these events can be hosted while maintaining a COVID-safe environment such as:
o Graduations, award ceremonies and other presentation events
o School performances, plays, productions and concerts. P&C meetings may occur on the school sites with executives and invited guests.
These meetings must occur outside of school hours and are limited to a maximum of 20 people. Physical distancing and hygiene measures must be adhered to at all times. All attendees must sign the visitor acknowledgement form upon arrival. P&C or other community social events or functions, fundraisers, fetes and barbecues are not permitted in Term 4.
Activities on hold
The following events will continue to be reconsidered in Term 4. For now, these events must remain on hold.
Interstate excursions to VIC, QLD and SA
International excursions (cancelled until further notice)
School activities that involve gathering of parent and community members such as parent functions, working bees, school barbecues, parent information evenings and on-site cultural events
Parent and carer attendance at assemblies and other school activities unless it’s an end of year school event as specified above and the venue can cater for the 4 square metre rule
Certain large arts and sports events are cancelled or delayed because they require feeder activities and have long lead time organisational arrangements.
Graduations and award ceremonies within the school
Students and their parents and carers will need to be aware that graduation and award ceremonies will be conducted in accordance with a the COVID-19 Safety Plan for graduation ceremonies to ensure a COVID-Safe environment for all attendees. Requirements include:
Guests will be invited based on the total number of people (this includes staff, students, parents & carer or visitors) who are able to be accommodated under the 4 square metre rule.
Maintain a record of names and contact details for all attendees including school staff and contractors for at least 28 days after the event. This record will only be used for the purposes of contact tracing for COVID-19 infections and are stored confidentially and securely.
All attendees including students, staff and guests attending are well and free of any flu-like symptoms.
For seating arrangements, the school will need to:
o Ensure there is enough space for distancing of 1.5 metres between non-household members.
o Seated tables will be limited to a maximum of 30 attendees per table (updated Friday, 23 October 2020).
External visitors will need to remain seated as much as possible to minimise mingling outside of non-household groups or close friend groups.
External visitors will not be allowed access to areas outside of the designated event venue and should leave promptly at the conclusion of the event.
Catering arrangements will comply with the COVID-19 Safety Plan requirements where appropriate.
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