Principal’s Message Quality Education in a Stimulating Environment Engadine West Public School Phone: 9520 8134 * Fax: 9520 5314 * 4 Buckle Avenue, Engadine 2233 Email: [email protected]Website: http://www.engadinew-p.schools.nsw.edu.au Principal: Mrs Sue Roach Issue 26.18 23 August 2018 Dear parents/carers Sporting Success Well done to all students who participated at the zone athletics carnival yesterday. A special mention to Sam V and Blake W who were age champions for their respective ages. Thanks to Mr Herne, Miss Strong, Mrs Tremlett, Mr Field and Mr Edwards who helped run the carnival and support Engadine West PS students. A super dooper thankyou to the student helpers who worked tirelessly at the Sylvania Waters athletics track in helping ensure the day was a success. More information to come from Mr Herne in next week’s newsletter. Student Safety Staff Professional Learning On Monday afternoon teachers were involved in meeting with their respective stages, planning and reviewing teaching and learning programs. Year 5 and Year 3 teachers worked through their understanding of conducting a trial of NAPLAN Online which has been undertaken with their classes. This was only to test technology and NO results will be issued. Teachers and students had the opportunity to provide feedback to the Department on their experience. We will undertake NAPLAN Online in 2019. Parent Cyber Safety Talk A reminder that this important talk is available to all Engadine West PS parents next Wednesday at 6.00pm. Think you know all about cyber safety and your children? Well, come and find out! Fathers’ Day What a lovely opportunity to celebrate the wonderful fathers and male role models in our school community firstly with the P&C’s Fathers’ Day stall next Thursday and Fathers’ Day breakfast next Friday. Please support our hard working P&C with these two initiatives. Sue Roach Principal Recently a visiting teacher saw some of our students walking to school very safely along Anzac Avenue until they walked behind a car with a trailer reversing out of a driveway. The driver clearly did not see the students, although moving very slowly. Students should be very aware that when approaching any driveway to take a careful look to see it is safe to cross. If they see a car reversing, students should stop and wait until it is safe to cross. It is a timely reminder to all students if they walk to school from any direction in the local area.
Website: http://www.engadinew-p.schools.nsw.edu.au Principal: Mrs Sue Roach
Issue 26.18 23 August 2018
Dear parents/carers Sporting Success Well done to all students who participated at the zone athletics carnival yesterday. A special mention to Sam V and Blake W who were age champions for their respective ages. Thanks to Mr Herne, Miss Strong, Mrs Tremlett, Mr Field and Mr Edwards who helped run the carnival and support Engadine West PS students. A super dooper thankyou to the student helpers who worked tirelessly at the Sylvania Waters athletics track in helping ensure the day was a success. More information to come from Mr Herne in next week’s newsletter. Student Safety
Staff Professional Learning On Monday afternoon teachers were involved in meeting with their respective stages, planning and reviewing teaching and learning programs. Year 5 and Year 3 teachers worked through their understanding of conducting a trial of NAPLAN Online which has been undertaken with their classes. This was only to test technology and NO results will be issued. Teachers and students had the opportunity to provide feedback to the Department on their experience. We will undertake NAPLAN Online in 2019. Parent Cyber Safety Talk A reminder that this important talk is available to all Engadine West PS parents next Wednesday at 6.00pm. Think you know all about cyber safety and your children? Well, come and find out! Fathers’ Day What a lovely opportunity to celebrate the wonderful fathers and male role models in our school community firstly with the P&C’s Fathers’ Day stall next Thursday and Fathers’ Day breakfast next Friday. Please support our hard working P&C with these two initiatives.
Sue Roach Principal
Recently a visiting teacher saw some of our students walking to school very safely along Anzac Avenue until they walked behind a car with a trailer reversing out of a driveway. The driver clearly did not see the students, although moving very slowly. Students should be very aware that when approaching any driveway to take a careful look to see it is safe to cross. If they see a car reversing, students should stop and wait until it is safe to cross. It is a timely reminder to all students if they walk to school from any direction in the local area.
2019 Kindergarten Enrolments We are accepting Kindergarten enrolments for 2019. Enrolment forms are available on the school’s website https://engadinew-p.schools.nsw.gov.au/content/dam/doe/sws/schools/e/engadinew-p/localcontent/Enrolment%20Form%202018.pdf or from the school office. Acceptance letters will be mailed to parents/carers towards the end of Term 3 and will provide information regarding the parent orientation morning on Thursday 25 October 2018 and four transition days for students occurring in Term 4: Tuesday 30 October 10.00-11.00am Thursday 1 November 10.00-11.00am Monday 5 November 2.15-3.15pm Wednesday 7 November 2.15-3.15pm
Interrelate Family Evening
What’s Happening in 5R
Engadine West PS will be hosting an Interrelate Family Evening Program for the school community. Interrelate is a specialist organisation with over 90 years’ experience teaching sexuality and relationship education in NSW schools. Interrelate educators are highly trained and skillful presenters. The topic of sexuality is handled with sensitivity, openness and humour. The program offers an interactive approach to learning, with a variety of audio-visual materials, discussions and games. These workshops are the same as those offered last year, however, it is not our intention to hold the workshops next year. The next workshops will be held in 2020 and we plan on continuing a two year cycle after that. Date: Wednesday 5 September 2018 Location: Engadine West PS school hall Cost: $30 per family to attend one session $35 per family to attend both sessions Please return the permission note and payment slip sent home by Friday 31 August 2018 (a copy of the note may be found on the school website under the ‘Notes and Forms’ tab).
Session 1 Session 2 6.00 – 7.00pm
Where Did I Come From (Years 3, 4, 5 & 6) (Years 5 & 6 who have not previously attended are encouraged to attend)
7.15 – 8.15pm
Preparing for Puberty (Years 5 & 6) (Years 3 & 4 at parent’s/guardian’s discretion)
Learning to be organised is a process. Year 5 students in Mrs Ryan's class have been exploring the value of using diary planners as a visual tool. 5R have been learning to prioritise smaller steps and practising making time-management a daily habit.
Wednesday 29 August 2018 6.00-7.30pm
Engadine West PS library
ThinkUKnow Cyber Safety Presentation
Payments
Year Payment Please pay by Amount
Years 1-5 Yearbook (Kindergarten and Year 6 provided free) Friday 21 September $18
Year 2 School Swimming and Water Safety Program (3 September to 14 September)
Monday 27 August $41
Year 5 Minnamurra excursion (6 September) Monday 27 August $27
Year 6 Survivor Life Skills incursion (4 September) Friday 31 August $5
Years 3-6 Interrelate Family Evening (5 September) Friday 31 August $30 - 1 session $35 - 2 sessions
Years K-6
Student curriculum programs (including Reading Eggs/Reading Eggspress, Groove Nation, technology levy, Mathseeds (K-2) and Literacy Pro (Years 3-6)
as soon as possible $55
Years K-6 Voluntary school contribution $50
Band fees Term 3 band fees as soon as possible $125
PSSA Results - Friday 17 August 2018
LAST ROUND OF WINTER PSSA - FRIDAY 24 AUGUST 2018
All games commence at 9.30am and are completed by 11.00am
Buses depart Engadine West PS at 9.00am Cost: $7.00 per week
League Tag at Heathcote Oval
Netball and Soccer at The Ridge
Team Opponent Score Team Opponent Score
League Tag Jnr Boys Green Heathcote Won 10-2 League Tag Snr Girls White Engadine M Won 8-0
League Tag Jnr Boys Gold EWPS Blue Won 4-2 Netball Jnr Red Lucas Heights Lost 4-15
League Tag Jnr Boys Blue EWPS Gold Lost 2-4 Netball Jnr Green BYE
League Tag Jnr Girls Green Forfeit Won Netball Snr Red Lucas Heights Lost 3-32
League Tag Jnr Girls Gold Yarrawarrah Lost 0-3 Netball Snr Green Illawong Won 27-0
League Tag Snr Boys Green Yarrawarrah Drew 4-4 Soccer Jnr Red 1 Heathcote Drew 0-0
League Tag Snr Boys Gold BYE Soccer Jnr Red 2 Heathcote Won 3-2
League Tag Snr Boys Blue Marton Gold Won 4-1 Soccer Jnr Green 1 Alfords Point Lost 0-2
League Tag Snr Girls Green Yarrawarrah Lost 2-6 Soccer Jnr Green 2 Alfords Point Won 3-1
League Tag Snr Girls Gold Engadine Drew 4-4 Soccer Snr Red Heathcote Won 3-1
League Tag Snr Girls Blue Bangor Won 12-0 Soccer Snr Green Alfords Point Won 2-0
Day/Week Date Activity Time
TERM 3
Week 5
Friday 24 August SSSMF senior evening concert at Sutherland Entertainment Centre 7.00pm
Final round winter PSSA
Week 6
Tuesday 28 August Koori Kids on the Park Cultural Activities Day at Bonnie Vale 10.00am
Fathers’ Day stall wrapping day in the basement 9.00am
Wednesday 29 August ThinkUKnow cyber safety presentation in the library 6.00-7.30pm
Thursday 30 August Fathers’ day stall All day
Friday 31 August Fathers’ day breakfast barbeque 8.00am
Week 7
Tuesday 4 September Year 6 Survivor Life Skills incursion
Interrelate family evening 6.00-7.00pm 7.15-8.15pm
Friday 7 September Footy colours fundraiser - gold coin donation and students wear sport mufti
Week 8
Tuesday 11 September Woronora River Network Public Speaking finals
Wednesday 12 September Transition day at Engadine HS
School disco and barbeque : K-2 (4.30-5.30pm) Years 3-6 (5.45-7.00pm) 4.30-5.30pm 5.45-7.00pm
Week 9
Monday 17 September P&C meeting in the care centre 7.30pm
Friday 21 September Summer PSSA commences
Week 10
Tuesday 25 September K-2 athletics carnival at Anzac Oval
Friday 28 September Last day of Term 3
TERM 4
Week 2
Tuesday 23 October Scholastic Book Fair in the library
Wednesday 24 October Scholastic Book Fair in the library
Thursday 25 October Scholastic Book Fair in the library
Kindergarten 2019 parent orientation in the hall 10.00am
Week 4
Thursday 8 November Sport and special group photo day (including Year 6 group photo)
School athletics carnival ribbon presentation assembly 2.15pm
Wednesday 5 September Uniform shop open 9.15am
Yearbook order due
Year 5 Milo T20 Blast School Cup 8.30am
Thursday 6 September Year 5 Minnamurra excursion 8.00am
Monday 3 September Year 2 School Swimming and Water Safety Program commences 10.15am
Number Crunchers grand final at Connells Point PS 9.25am
Can you help in the canteen? HELP…...the canteen is in need of extra volunteers! Can you help once a term, two-to-three hours a morning (help preparing our fresh fruit and vegie items) or one-to-two hours of an afternoon (help with pack up and cleaning)? Please drop in and see Leanne to discuss volunteering options. Any help is greatly appreciated.
Frozen watermelon slices 50c for sale over the counter at recess and lunch (not lunch orders) Pumpkin soup with garlic toast $3.00 Baked potato with bolognaise and cheese or sour cream and sweet chilli sauce or baked beans and cheese or spaghetti and cheese $3.00 Leanne Best Canteen Supervisor
Place orders through Flexischools before 5.00pm Tuesdays for delivery to classrooms on Wednesdays.
Leave orders at the school office or call into the uniform shop on open days.
Find order forms on the school website under the ‘Notes and Forms’ tab or at the school office.
Don’t forget the canteen is taking part in the ‘Eat Fresh and Win’ campaign in conjunction with Sydney Markets until 21 September. Each time students make a healthy’ selection from the canteen, they are rewarded with a sticker to add to their entry form. Once two stickers are collected, return the form to the canteen for a prize!
Fathers’ Day Events During Week 6 this term we will have three events to celebrate Fathers’ Day. There will be many opportunities for you to get involved with these events. Please get in touch via email to [email protected] or message us via our Facebook page EWPS P&C Fundraising and Events. Donations of lollies, individually wrapped chocolates (no nuts please) or any other suitable gifts are much appreciated. Fathers’ Day gift wrapping on Tuesday 28 August 2018 from 9.00am - VOLUNTEERS NEEDED. Fathers’ Day stall on Thursday 30 August 2018 - VOLUNTEERS NEEDED 9.30am-3.30pm - two hour timeslots are fine. Fathers’ Day breakfast on Friday 31 August 2018. Notes for pre-purchase orders will be sent home shortly. Please ensure cash orders are placed in the green P&C box by Wednesday 29 August 2018 or order via Flexischools. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for set up, barbeque, coffee and drinks. We look forward to celebrating the wonderful men in our school community with a delicious breakfast, a game of handball and time spent together. Disco Wednesday 12 September 2018 (Week 8) K-2 4.30-5.30pm Years 3-6 - VOLUNTEERS NEEDED. Always a fun night for students, keep watch for a note and pre-payment via Flexischools. Family Funday The date is set for Sunday 24 March 2019 and we are starting to form a committee of year coordinators. Please get in touch if you would like to join us in organising the day. Have you completed our survey? This will help us gather useful information about what you would like to see at Funday. Here is the link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CFHXDZ2 Thanks once again for all the support and we look forward to seeing you at all the upcoming events!
Toni & Justine P&C Fundraising Team
P&C Term 3 Fundraising Update
EWPS P & C Fundraising and Events
Fathers’ Day Stall Donations
With Fathers’ Day fast approaching, we’re busy organising the Fathers’ Day stall. We are again asking for donations of lollies, individually wrapped chocolates (no nuts please) or other suitable gifts for dad. Donations may be left at the school office. Thankyou kindly for your generous support! Carina Vitelli and Beck Kiellor Fathers’ Day Stall Coordinators
