Term 1 Week 10 Tuesday K-2 Moving bodies Parent Cafe Wednesday Scripture Performance assembly NAPLAN practice test Year 3 – 10:30-11:30am Year 5 – 12 – 1pm Thursday Chess School tour – 10am Mufti Day – P&C Fete - Toys Friday PSSA – St 2 & 3 Paid sport – St 2 & 3 Sunday Drop off day for fete toys Term 1 Week 11 Monday K-2 Moving bodies Tuesday K-2 Moving bodies Stage 2 Barangaroo excursion Parent Cafe Wednesday Easter scripture service NAPLAN practice test Year 5 – 10:30-11:30am Year 3 – 12 – 1pm Thursday ANZAC Assembly Chess State swimming State diving Friday PSSA – St 2 3 Paid sport – St 2 & 3 State swimming LAST DAY OF TERM 1 Term 2 Week 1 Monday Staff development day Tuesday Students return Wednesday Scripture Thursday Chess Mufti Day – P&C Fete - Lollies Friday Cross country carnival TBC Challenges are what make life Interesting and overcoming them is what makes life meaningful - Joshua J. Marine The Pennant Email: [email protected]Website: pennanthil-p.schools.nsw.gov.au Phone: 9484 1134 Fax: 9875 2333 Tuesday 2 April 2019 Term 1, Week 10 Principal’s Report Music Camp What an outstanding success for the Music Camp. Not only was it a wonderful concert on Sunday afternoon, the tutorials that I saw on Saturday morning were full of enthusiasm. Every student learnt so much over the weekend through this amazing opportunity. These events do not happen without fantastic volunteers. Thank you so much to every parent who has given up their time for the Music Camp. Firstly, Jen W and all her organisation, Otte H for timetabling and logistical efforts, and all the conductors and tutors for developing t he children’s skills. I must also thank all the parents for supervising the children over the weekend with some parents giving up their whole weekend to support the students, thank you! As well to Mrs Griffith, Miss O’Toole and Ms Stevens for their role in supporting the children. What a great team effort. These events require parents to volunteer their time and I am sure after speaking with your own child you will have discovered how much they got out of it. Please consider volunteering your time to support the Music Camp in 2020. Calendar
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Term 1 Week 10 Tuesday K-2 Moving bodies
Parent Cafe
Wednesday Scripture
Performance assembly NAPLAN practice test Year 3 – 10:30-11:30am Year 5 – 12 – 1pm Thursday Chess
Music Camp What an outstanding success for the Music Camp. Not only was it a wonderful concert on Sunday afternoon, the tutorials that I saw on Saturday morning were full of enthusiasm. Every student learnt so much over the weekend through this amazing opportunity. These events do not happen without fantastic volunteers. Thank you so much to every parent who has given up their time for the Music Camp. Firstly, Jen W and all her organisation, Otte H for timetabling and logistical efforts, and all the conductors and tutors for developing the children’s skills. I must also thank all the parents for supervising the children over the weekend with some parents giving up their whole weekend to support the students, thank you! As well to Mrs Griffith, Miss O’Toole and Ms Stevens for their role in supporting the children. What a great team effort. These events require parents to volunteer their time and I am sure after speaking with your own child you will have discovered how much they got out of it. Please consider volunteering your time to support the Music Camp in 2020.
The In2Out project is in full swing and despite the inclement weather over the last week much progress has been made. The outdoor learning environment is starting to take shape and like the community, I am very much looking forward to seeing the finished version. We are expecting some large deliveries later this week through the Greycliffe Ave access point. When I have more information I will send out a notification to ensure everyone’s safety. General ly these deliveries will take place around 7:30am, however, I will keep you informed via the app. During the upcoming school holidays the remaining doors in the school will have their locks changed to ensure that each classroom is compliant with current guidelines. Once the locks are replaced these doors will be painted as this is going to take place on the weekend after Week 1of Term 2. The girl’s toilet (demountable) on the 3-6 site is going to receive a much needed refurbishment in the near future. The work has been scoped and once the contract has been awarded the work normally begins just after that.
P&C
Tonight is the monthly P&C meeting. It begins at 7:30pm in the school hall. The P&C is a great place to start to get involved with supporting your child’s education. The P&C help raise funds to support the school in providing a wide range of opportunities for all the students. Tonight Mr Ross Warren – Principal of Pennant Hills High School will also be attending to discuss Pennant Hills High School in more depth. Please feel free to come along.
ANZAC Day School Service – Thursday 11 April 2019 As ANZAC Day falls in the school holidays this year, Pennant Hills Public School will be conducting its commemorative service at school on Thursday 11 April. The service will take place under the COLA on the K-2 site starting at 10.45am. Parents and Carers are welcome to attend. Students may wish to bring to school a small bunch of flowers on Thursday 11 April to lay during the ceremony. These flowers will be made into class wreaths and transported after the service to Beecroft War Memorial Cenotaph.
Don’t forget every day to remind your children how special they are and how much you love them.
Kind regards, Mr Matt Pinchbeck Principal
PRINCIPAL’S AWARDS
K-2: Parmis N, Shahab A, Dana C, Alex L, Julie V, Liam T,
3-6: Liam C, Nekiah T, Klarissa, C, Althea F, Lenny F, Chloe K, Anna D, Alexis Q, Lucas P, Zachary M, Stella M, Elijah F
MERIT AWARDS
6B – Maggie M, Angus M, Helen B, Tom S, Jamen W, Mischa C, Amelie S 6G – Sam B, Jasmine P, Max M, Kieran R, Jacob H, Kineesha S 5A – Steven S, Molly A, Chloe K, Karlos W, Elle B 5G – Riley F, Bronson M, Kirrily S 5F – Sihyun Y, Charlotte E, Isabel Q, Zoe G, Nick P
4M – Poppy S, Zandre B. Andrew A, Tim K, Rushan Z 4O – Declan R, Lauren H, Ava N, Willow P, Callum R 4T – Manning J, Sophia K, Jordan M, Ayanna S, Akhash K, Liam P 3B – Amelia B, Elijah F, Oliver L, Stella M, Angus W 3H – Vivian J, Amy L, Quinn S, Ojas K, Amelia M, Annabelle R 3R – Nekiah T, Sophie W, Clancy T LIBRARY – Tristan T (3B), Georgie D (4T), Claudia T (5A), Molly A, (5A), Jasmitha K (5F), Zara B (6B), Tereza S (6G) MUSIC – Angus W (3B), Myrah C (4M), Jaz O (5F)
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MESSAGE FROM THE DEPUTY PRINCIPAL
Music concert Congratulations to all of the students who attended music camp over the weekend and a big thank you to the teachers, tutors and parents who supported, engaged and worked with the students over the course of the camp. The concert on Sunday was simply amazing. It was very clear that the students had worked hard to improve their performances in such a short amount of time, a true credit to their commitment to continuous learning and a reflection of the dedication of the parents and tutors who led them through their journey. Thank you. Performance assembly Please feel welcome to attend the performance assembly this Wednesday in the school hall. The boys dance group, the Ramsay choir and the senior band will all be showcasing their talents. NAPLAN headphones If your child is in Year 3 or Year 5, please ensure they bring over-ear headphones to school by Monday 1 April. We will be conducting the NAPLAN practice text during week 10 and need to ensure that all Year 3 and Year 5 students have their own headphones to participate in NAPLAN online. Headphones will remain at the school until week 5 term 2. Earbud earphones such as those supplied with iPhones are not recommended. Please ensure that your child’s name and class are clearly labelled on their headphones. Practice Test
Week 10 and 11 this term. Students will be introduced to NAPLAN online, the platform and tools they will be using during
the tests in Term 2. The practice tests are designed for students to become comfortable operating the software and for
the school to become logistically familiar with the process.
NAPLAN online Testing Period: 14-24 May 2019
Tests to be administered in order
1. Writing test
2. Reading test
3. Conventions of language test
4. Numeracy test
Significant planning, research and trialling has been ongoing since 2012 to support the move to NAPLAN Online. Online testing creates new opportunities for teachers and students that are not possible with paper tests. Parent Café Parents and carers who have a language background other than English are invited to our parent café, which is run by Mrs Krivohlavy. The first Parent Café will be held on Tuesday 2 April in Bellthorn Cottage. We look forward to seeing you there! Mufti Day This Thursday is a mufti day with students bringing in donations of small toys for the school fete. Thank you to our families for contributing a small toy. Kind Regards Mrs Kate Wasson Deputy Principal
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WORLD AUTISM AWARENESS DAY
Tuesday April 2 is World Autism Awareness Day 2019. To build awareness and understanding for students with Autism (including Aspergers), the “Amazing Things Happen” video may be shown in classes during the next week or two. Parents/carers are also encouraged to watch the video via this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7JdCY-cdgkI or go to http://amazingthingshappen.tv/ to view the video in other languages. It is an entertaining and wonderfully positive and informative explanation about Autism, however if you are at all concerned that your child may be sensitive about the contents of the video, please don’t hesitate to contact their class teacher, or you can contact me via the school email address. If you are a parent/carer of a child “on the Spectrum” (with ASD, Autism or Aspergers), or if you’re simply interested in understanding more about a different way of thinking, you may also enjoy watching “Dad – a film about autism and fatherhood”. The film, produced by Autism Awareness Australia is free to watch online via this link: https://www.autismawareness.com.au/news-events/events-campaigns/dad-a-film-about-autism-and-fatherhood-online-now/ Students with Autism can have certain challenges at school, but they often also have particular talents which are worth uncovering and celebrating. I am a proud parent of a (now adult) child with ASD, and as a Learning and Support teacher have directly or indirectly supported many other students. I’ve learnt how important it is to seek support yourself when you need it and to have others to talk to who may experience similar challenges. I am happy to take names/contact details of parents who may be interested in making contact with other parents of students with Autism. If there is an interest, I will facilitate a meeting for those who may wish to create an informal support group outside school. Alternatively, the Autism Community Network meets regularly at Hornsby RSL (one day and/or one evening each month). For more information and resources please visit their website using the following link https://www.autismcommunity.org.au/ Mrs Carina McSweeney Learning and Support Teacher
PSSA SCOREBOARD
Last Friday's scores Pennant Hills PS v John Purchase PS Softball Boys - JP defeated PH 6-0 Girls - JP defeated PH 8-2 Oztag Boys - PH defeated JP 8-5 Girls - JP defeated PH 7-4 Congratulations to Hunter P on his selection in the 11 Years Sydney North Rugby League team. He will play at the State championship next term. A super achievement! Finlay A and Alex P have been selected in the Beecroft/Ryde Soccer team for the Sydney North trials. Good luck, boys! Next week, Lily W will compete at the State Diving Championships. All the best, Lily! Mr Mark Bryant PSSA Coordinator
Well, what an awesome Music Camp 2019! A huge thank you to the band and strings committee members but especially Jen W, Otte H, Phil Y, Kate A, Sarah R, Sarah M, Mrs Griffith, Mrs Stevens, Miss O’Toole and Mrs Reid for organising such an amazing weekend. This also wouldn’t have been possible without our parent helpers, conductors, tutors and concert set up roadies, who all contributed to making it such a sensational camp and concert. A special mention needs to go out to all the partners and families left behind to run the homes and additional trips to sports etc. The camp was such a success because of all the planning, logistics, overnight and day helpers but none of them could do that, without your support at home, so thank you!
Most importantly, to our amazing and talented musicians, you super stars of the future should be so proud of yourselves for the way you behaved, the long hours of dedicated practice culminating into one of the best concerts we’ve seen! Awesome jobs students!! Even the Elanora staff commented on how well behaved and what great manners the PHPS students have! Not forgetting our CAPA Captains too who all did a wonderful job leading at camp and at the concert. Well done! This year we say goodbye to some long standing families who have given so much to the PHPS music program and music camps including Otte H & Rae S, Kevin & Deb A, Simon & Jacinda M; I hope I haven’t forgotten anyone. Thank you so much for all you have done for the camp and the music program over the years. You and your talented children will be missed next year. P&C Meeting tonight - Special Guest Ross Warren Ross Warren, the Principal of Pennant Hills High School, will be speaking at the P&C meeting tonight, Tuesday 2 April from 7.30pm in the school hall. For parents and carers who are interested in learning about PHHS and what it has to offer, please come along. Ross will be also addressing any questions you may have. Important Dates Tuesday 2 April - P&C Meeting 7:30pm, School Hall Sunday 28 April - Bunnings Fete Fundraiser BBQ Sunday 5 May, 1-3 pm - Fete Drop-Off Day (second hand donations) Sunday 26 May - PHPS Fete at the K-2 site
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Fete Drop-Off Day Fete Drop-Off Day is this Sunday from 1-3 pm under the K-2 COLA. Please see the Fete News coming out later this week for details. Fete Drop-Off Working Bee There will be a working bee at the K-2 site to prepare for the fete with a focus on cleaning up the sand pits, removing fallen tree debris, hedge clipping and mulching. If you would like to lend a hand please bring some clippers, rakes and if possible, ladders and wheelbarrows. Mufti Day Thursday 4 April – Toys We have our second Mufti Day this Thursday where we ask all students to come to school out-of-uniform and to donate a new small packaged toy on the day. These toys will be used in our Lucky Dip and as prizes on several of our stalls on fete day. Some suggestions include: pencils & rubbers, toy cars, bubbles, balls, marbles, mini puzzles, skipping ropes etc. Your child can simply bring this toy donation to school on Thursday and hand it to their class teacher on the day.
Entertainment Book Purchase your Entertainment Book here to raise funds for the school’s P&C. The cost of $70 is well worth the investment. You will receive huge discounts across dining, activities, entertainment, flights, car hire and much more. Books will be distributed at school to save you paying postage. If you would like to subscribe to our P&C meeting emails (minutes and agendas), please subscribe at the following link: http://eepurl.com/dlK3PD Andrew Passé-de Silva P&C President 0410653878 [email protected]
BAND NEWS
Music Camp All the band students have returned safely from their wonderful musical journey, the Music Camp. Their amazing performances mesmerized the audience who were so proud to watch their talented children play so well. Special applauds to TB who gave their first and the best performance on Sunday. The combined performance by all the bands stood out and left the audience wanting more! Thank you to all the parent helpers without whom the event wouldn’t have been such a success.
Performance Assembly SCB will perform at the Performance Assembly on Wednesday 3 April at 2:00pm. All parents and carers are welcome to attend the performance. Please have a look at our website for more information http://www.phpspandc.org.au/band The Band Committee [email protected]
STRINGS NEWS Music Camp Congratulations to all the string players for a fantastic music camp. Their effort, behaviour and performance at the concert on Sunday were all outstanding! If you are missing anything, lost property from camp has been placed in the band room. Next Rehearsal Senior Ensemble - Thursday 4 April at lunch time in the band room. Full Ensemble - Monday 8 April at 7:35am in the band room. Parent helper is Julie McCrone. Registrations Registrations for new members are open all year round. You can register online here: https://goo.gl/forms/qYT2tLYQhdUvuslF3 If you would like more information about learning to play the violin, viola, cello or double bass, please contact us via email or come and chat to one of the committee members at one of our performances. The Strings Committee [email protected] Website: http://www.phpspandc.org.au/string-ensemble/ Feedback: http://www.phpspandc.org.au/string-ensemble/contact-us/
CANTEEN Roster Here is the roster for this week. Please remember to sign in at the office of either site before starting your shift. K - 2 Site Wednesday 3 April - Sam M, Tatiana Thursday 4 April - Lisa A. Need one more please. Friday 5 April - Shilpa. Need one more please. The K-2 Canteen only requires just over an hour of your time. It is a lovely and easy way to get involved in your child’s school day. It is however a bit overwhelming if you are on your own!! Please contact me if you are willing to help out. 3-6 Site Wednesday 3 April - Jacqueline M, Sam M. Thursday 4 April - Vivian, Josephine. Friday 5 April - Nicky D, Narelle, Shilpa. Please consider coming in to help if you are available. The children love it when they see a familiar face in the canteen. I would love to hear from you. Heather Tyler 0425 274 681 [email protected]
UNIFORM SHOP
Winter Uniforms All students are required to wear winter uniform in Terms 2 and 3. In readiness for next term, winter stock is now available for sale. Orders can be placed for winter uniforms online and the items will be delivered to your child’s class, or alternatively you may attend the shop during opening hours.
The boys’ winter uniform is a long grey trouser, a unisex long sleeve sky blue shirt and a unisex tie. The girls’ winter uniform is a grey and blue tunic or a navy pant, with a unisex long sleeve sky blue shirt, navy tights and a unisex tie. In addition to the compulsory winter uniform, the Uniform Shop sells optional winter uniform items. There is an optional winter weight polar fleece jacket that can be worn in place of the summer weight zip jacket, and a navy track pant that can be worn instead of the sports shorts during the colder months. Second Hand Uniforms If you have any uniforms in good condition that you no longer require, please consider donating them to the Second Hand Clothing Pool at the Uniform Shop. Hours - Week 1 Term 2 The Uniform Shop will be open on the following days in Week 1 of Term 2. Monday 29 April - 8:45am – 10:45am (Staff Development Day) Tuesday 30 April - 8.45am – 10.45am (Students Return) Thursday 2 May - 3:00pm – 4:00pm Ordering Uniforms Uniforms can be ordered by attending the Uniform Shop during opening hours, or alternatively an order form can be completed and together with payment of cash, cheque or card details handed in at either office. Orders will be filled and then delivered to the children’s classes. A combined pricelist and order form can be downloaded from the school website by following the links to Our School and What We Offer. Uniforms can also be ordered online through Flexischools, however prices include the Flexischools’ surcharge. Please note that uniform orders cannot be paid via the school online payment service Hours Monday and Tuesday - 8:45am - 10:45am Thursday - 3:00pm – 4:00pm Order forms are available on the school website by following the link: https://pennanthil-p.schools.nsw.gov.au/content/dam/doe/sws/schools/p/pennanthil-p/about-our-school/Pricelistandorderformterm12019.pdf Alison Parker Uniform Shop Manager [email protected]
FOOTBALL BOOT DONATIONS
Wanted: Used Football Boots I, Anne Johnston, am collecting football boots for primary aged children at Gulargambone Central School, a predominantly Indigenous community in Western NSW. The school is commencing a football program and would be appreciative of any donations. Shoes can be left at primary and infants office or with myself. Thank you Anne Johnston 0425 283 905
