Woonona East Notice Board

• Thank you to all the families that contributed to the “Toys ‘n’ Tucker appeal. The donations will ensure that some children will have a happier Christmas than otherwise would have been the case.
• Thanks to all families that returned maths and student welfare surveys. There were around 70 responses to each survey. The information from these will help guide planning for next year.
• If your children are not going to be attending this school next year, please let the office know as soon as possible. We are forming our 2009 classes and the more accurate the information, the more accurate we can be in getting our class groupings together.
• This Friday is Boardies Day. Students are encouraged to wear their “boardies” (beach gear) and make a gold coin donation to support our surf life saving clubs. Living so close to the beach, this is a cause very worthy of all our support. Remember to wear enclosed footwear.
• Our school presentation day will be Thursday 11th December. At the moment we are looking at holding this event away from the school. A location and time will be in next week’s newsletter.
• Congratulations to Sean, Jacob, Matilda and Stephen who received their Principal’s Award at last week’s assembly. Congratulations to Eamon, Liam, and Patrick who will receive their Principal’s Award at next week’s assembly.

Week 7
Monday 24th November
2009 Kindergarten orientation Session 1
Wednesday 26th November
2009 Kindergarten orientation Session 2
Making maths games day
Friday 28th November
2009 Kindergarten parent talk
Boardies Day (mufti)

Week 8
Monday 1st December
2009 Kindergarten orientation Session 3
Tuesday 2nd December
Christmas scripture service
Eco Citizens event at school
Wednesday 26th November
2009 Kindergarten orientation Session 4
9:15 2009 Student executive election speeches
Thursday 20th November
9:10 Assembly Kindergarten & 2D

Coming Soon ……….. (subject to change)
Monday 8th December – student progress reports home; K-2 Disco and BBQ 4 – 5:30; 3-6 Disco and BBQ 6 – 7:30
Tuesday 9th December – Milo Cricket Finals; 7pm P&C dinner
Wednesday 10th December – 10:15 Principal’s Morning Tea
Thursday 11th December – Presentation Assembly
Friday 12th December – K, 1st and 2nd to Illawarra live Steamers; Year 6 farewell (evening)
Monday 15th December – Year 6 to camp for 3 days
Tuesday 16th December – 4/5 & 5C to Jamberoo; 4W excursion
Thursday 18th December – 3L & 3/4A excursion
Friday 19th December – Last day of school

2009 Student Election
Students who wish to stand for election for the 2009 Student Executive, need to see Mr Cummins by Wednesday 26th November. Speeches will be heard by Mr Cummins next Monday 1st December and presented to students at an assembly on Wednesday 3rd December at 9:15am. Parents are invited to come along. Speeches should be around 60 seconds and no more than 90 seconds. Voting by students in grades 2 to 5 will follow speeches.

Maths Games
This term school and P&C funds have been made available to purchase maths equipment which will be used to make up game packs for classrooms. I will be making up the maths games packs on Wednesday 26th November. If anyone is able to help me in putting these together that would mean a lot more could be achieved on this day. If you can help please see me, or send in a note, or ring the office.
Thank you Sharon Pechey.

Absences and Late Arrivals
It is quite concerning the number of late arrivals we have every morning. Unfortunately consistent absences and partial absences results in letters being issued by the Department action. As several parents will be receiving such letters this week, we urge you to be aware attendance matters and ensure your child is punctual or any absence is justified. It is worrying that over four days last week there were 63 children late.
Thank you.
Mrs D’Arcangelo

Chooks
We now have three families who have indicated they will be able to help by looking after the chooks during the holidays. We can now go ahead and find four suitable chooks for our chook pen. With only 4 weeks to go until the end of this year, we will introduce the chooks to the school at the beginning of 2009.

Classes for 2009
At present we are planning for 2009. If you have a concern about the class your child will go into next year, please put this in writing and forward it to the school. We will consider all such issues in forming classes. Alternatively, you can speak to the principal about concerns you may have. In general we will endeavour not to place your child with the teacher they had this year.

Library News
The end of the year is fast approaching. For our library this means a time to get all the books returned and back on the shelf for stocktake. The last weeks for students to borrow will be week 7 years 1 to 6 and week 8 for Kindergarten. Parents and students and teachers can assist by returning all library resources ASAP, by the end of week8 would be great. Happy Reading!!
Ms D Thompson Teacher Librarian.

Bush Regeneration
This week we will be rejuvenating the fish ponds. Bring some waterproof gloves and meet at the sandpit at 9am, if you spare half an hour.

Book Club News
Included in the newsletter this week is the final Book Club for the year. So that orders can be returned before Christmas, please return orders back to the office no later than FRIDAY 28th NOVEMBER. Thank you for your support throughout the year. Happy reading.

School Hours
Please be aware that teacher supervision starts at 8:30am. Students who arrive before this time are not formally supervised. Students should not get to school before 8:30am.

Uniform Shop
Uniform Shop Hours
Monday – 8.30am-9.00am
Wednesday – 2.30pm-3.00pm
Friday – 8.45am-9.15am
No more personal cheques accepted at the uniform shop. Cash, bank cheque, money order or cash only.
The uniform shop is requesting volunteers to sew up library bags and art smocks for sale next year. Fabric and cotton will be provided, or donation welcome. Melanie Language 4283 2476

Kids Café
This weeks every day special, salad box with ham or chicken $1.50 or toasted cheese sandwich and potato smileys $1.70. Our garden’s are looking great. Tomorrow afternoon 2.45pm spinach will be available for 50c a bunch, meet Toni behind the canteen. Last Thursday was a very busy day, a big thank you to Renaye and Vanessa. Also this Friday help is needed 9am to 11am, if you can help out please call Toni.

Canteen Roster
Tues 25/11 – Melanie, Kristen
Wed 26/11 – Doris, Rosie-Ann, Johanne
Thurs 27/11 – Nicole, Allison
Fri 28/11 – Toni, Cheryl Anne
Mon 01/12 – CLOSED
Tues 02/12 – Lynn, Jane, Robyn, Suzanne
Attention All Canteen Volunteers – I am in the process of organising next years Term1 roster. If anyone who is on this terms roster will not be available to volunteer next year, can you please call Carolyn.

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• The NSW Teachers Federation has called a stop work meeting for Wednesday morning, 19th November. Details were sent home last week. It will be a 2 hour stop work. There will be minimal supervision provided for students during these two hours. Our normal school schedules will resume at 11:00am. Parents will be notified tomorrow of any changes. Further information is available from www.det.nsw.edu.au and www.nswtf.org.au
• The draft plan for classes for 2009 is outlined in this week’s newsletter. At present we will have 13 classes. Any plan will remain a draft until classes start next year as student numbers may increase or decrease before that date.
• Last week I met with the Graham Kahabka, the North Wollongong School Education Director, Sharyn Liddle and DET planning representatives to discuss future building plans for the school. An architect has been briefed and will draw up plans for future development at the school.
• Student welfare and maths surveys are due this Friday. Thanks to those families who have returned these surveys.
• Congratulations to Laura and William who will receive their Principal’s Award at this week’s assembly.

Week 6
Tuesday 18th November
Peer Power puppet show – FREE
(funded by our P&C)
Wednesday 19th November
9:00 – 11:00am Teachers stop work meeting
Thursday 20th November
9:10 Assembly 4/5H
2pm Conservatorium band to play

Week 7
Monday 24th November
2009 Kindergarten orientation Session 1
Wednesday 26th November
2009 Kindergarten orientation Session 2
Making maths games day
Friday 28th November
2009 Kindergarten parent talk
Boardies Day (mufti)

P&C News
Outcome of the P & C meeting held on 11 November 2008
• Fundraising team have done it again! The family fun night was a HUGE success and enjoyed by everyone. It also raised over $2000 much needed funds for the school. So thankyou to the small but very hard working fundraising team.
• The P&C will purchase a fruit and veggie container for each child in the school to support the Crunch and Sip Program starting next year. Each morning there will be a 5-10 minute crunch and sip session, where the kids can eat chopped up fruit and veggies that they have brought from home in their new containers.
• Tuesday 9 December the P & C are meeting at Il Nido’s Pizzeria in Balgownie at 7:00.

If you would like a copy of the minutes emailed to you, leave your email address in the P & C folder in the office.

Live Life Well @ School
Thank you to all who participated in Live Outside the Box. 270 children participated, with 182 Gold Certificates, 74 Silver and 4 Bronze being awarded. These certificates have been ordered and will be given to the children in the coming weeks. Live Outside the Box will be conducted Term 3 next year when we will try to achieve an even higher result. The last of our Health Fact Sheets was included in last week’s newsletter. We hope you found the information interesting. Thank you to our great P & C who have agreed to fund the purchase of snack containers for every child in ’09. This is part of our crunch and sip program which will begin in Term 1. A food wheel is being sent home in this newsletter, which will be laminated for the fridge.
Live Life Well Team – Mrs D’Arcangelo, Mrs Carter, Mrs Harris-Cross

Application for Year 7 Entry to Selective High Schools in 2010
Parents with children seeking placement in a selective high school in Year 7 in 2010 are required to submit an application form to their current primary school by 14 November 2008. Generally students are in Year 5 in 2008 when applying for Year 7 entry in 2010. All Year 5 have received information about this application.

Classes for 2009
At present we are planning for 2009. If you have a concern about the class your child will go into next year, please put this in writing and forward it to the school. We will consider all such issues in forming classes. Alternatively, you can speak to the principal about concerns you may have. In general we will endeavour not to place your child with the teacher they had this year.

At present we are looking at 2 models for our classes for next year. These are based on our current projected enrolments and will change if significant numbers leave the school or enrol at the school.

Plan 1
K 19
K 20
K/1 14 (K) + 8 (1sts)
1 20
1/2 11 +12
2 23
2 22
3 28
3/4 18 + 10
4 28
4/5 6 +24
5/6 13 +17
5/6 13 +16

Plan 2
K 18
K 18
K 17
1 22
1/2 16 + 8
2 25
2 24
3 28
3/4 18 + 10
4 28
4/5 6 +24
5/6 13 +17
5/6 13 +16
(Recommended maximum class sizes as per DET guidelines are: K – 20, 1 – 22, 2 – 24, 3-6 – 30.)

SRC News
The SRC would like to thank everyone for supporting our fund raising for Rita Jean, our World Vision sponsor child. Last week’s back to the 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s day saw some amazing fashions but more importantly raised enough money to keep our sponsorship up for the rest of 2008 and for some of 2009. The whole school raised $262.50 – a fabulous effort. Congratulations to 6P for being the class to raise the most with a total of $25.30.

Maths Games
This term school and P&C funds have been made available to purchase maths equipment which will be used to make up game packs for classrooms. I will be making up the maths games packs on Wednesday 26th November. If anyone is able to help me in putting these together that would mean a lot more could be achieved on this day. If you can help please see me, or send in a note, or ring the office.
Thank you Sharon Pechey.

Democracy
4/5H have been learning about Democracy and the voting process. This week our class will run a school election. Some parties have used their campaign funds to pay for advertising in the newsletter.
Regards Sharon Hearn.
The Technology Party is running for school election on Thursday 20th November. The Technology Party would like your vote. If you vote for Technology Party we hope to open the Technology room at lunch time for free time, get faster internet access and a games tournament. So remember vote 1 Technology. “Turn On Terrific Technology”.

School Hours
Please be aware that teacher supervision starts at 8:30am. Students who arrive before this time are not formally supervised. Students should not get to school before 8:30am.

Cherry Drive
Please ensure all cherry orders and money are returned to the office by this Friday 21st November.

Uniform Shop
Uniform Shop Hours
Monday – 8.30am-9.00am
Wednesday – 2.30pm-3.00pm
Friday – 8.45am-9.15am
No more personal cheques accepted at the uniform shop. Cash, bank cheque, money order or cash only.
The uniform shop is requesting volunteers to sew up library bags and art smocks for sale next year. Fabric and cotton will be provided, or donation welcome.

Kids Café
This weeks every day special, toasted ham and cheese sandwich and McCain potato smileys $2.50. Salad boxes are also available for $1.50. Also 40c fruit kebabs. Our vegie gardens are looking great. Friday morning if you would like to give a hand just meet Toni Joel behind the canteen 9.10am. Thank you. (small children welcome). Don’t forget you can fill your water bottles for free at Kids Café. Thank you to all our volunteers throughout the year.
Kids Café will be closed MONDAYS in term 4 and open Fridays.

Canteen Roster
Tues 18/11 – Leanne, Joy, Jackie
Wed 19/11 – Leasa, Joanne, Tracey
Thurs 20/11 – Renaye, Vanessa
Fri 21/11 – Special Day – Toni, Kylie, Carolyn
Mon 24/11 – CLOSED
Tues 25/11 – Melanie, Kristen
Attention All Canteen Volunteers – I am in the process of organising next years Term 1 roster. If anyone who is on this term’s roster will not be available to volunteer next year, can you please call Carolyn.
Thank you
“Toys ‘n’ Tucker”
Woonona East Public School is acting as a collection point for Anglicare’s “Toys ‘n’ Tucker” donations to families in need this Christmas.

Your donation of toys and food will enable Anglicare to provide for those who would otherwise go without. Please bring in your gifts to the school office between now and the 21st November. Please help by giving:
Gifts for children (eg: toys, books, activity sets)
Gifts for teenagers (eg: sporting gear, games, toiletry sets)
New clothes (eg: t-shirts, shorts, caps)
Food (eg: tinned ham, fish, vegetables and fruit; Christmas cakes and puddings, pasta and rice, long-life milk)
Please help by avoiding:
Glass jars or anything fragile that may break in transit
Wrapping your gifts. Unfortunately anything that comes wrapped must be unwrapped prior to distribution.

Share the joy of Christmas!

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•    The NSW Teachers Federation has called a stop work meeting for next Wednesday morning, 19th November. Further details will be sent home later in the week, although it looks like being a 2 hour stop work with the normal school schedule resuming at 11:00am.
•    The Family Fun Night was a lovely evening. Thank you to the P&C for organising it and a special thanks to those families that hung around and helped in the cleanup and pack away. Next week we have Steve’s Unique Puppets performing the Peer Power show. This show will be paid for by the P&C as a way of saying “thank you” to the school community for supporting their fund raising efforts. The next P&C meeting will be tomorrow night at 7pm.
•    Some students are bringing large sums of money to school to spend at the canteen. This can lead to students losing money, other students being “loaned” money and money missing from bags. The canteen assures me that $5 will “fill up” any student at their wonderful prices. If a student needs to bring large sums of money to school, they can have it minded at the office rather than carry it around or leave it in the schoolbag.
•    A Maths survey and a Student Welfare survey will be sent home with all students today.  Please fill in and return by the end of Week 6. The Student Welfare survey wasn’t sent home last week so that both surveys could go home together. These surveys assist with planning at the school for 2009 -2011.

Week 5
Monday 10th November
Swimming Scheme continues
Tuesday 11th November
11:00am Remembrance Day
Band CANCELLED
7:10pm P&C meeting
Wednesday 12th November
SRC mufti day

Week 6
Tuesday 18th November
Peer Power puppet show – FREE
(funded by our P&C)
Wednesday 19th November
9:00 – 11:00am Possible teachers stop work meeting
Thursday 20th November
9:10 Assembly 4/5H
2pm Conservatorium band to play

Application for Year 7 Entry to Selective High Schools in 2010
Parents with children seeking placement in a selective high school in Year 7 in 2010 are required to submit an application form to their current primary school by 14 November 2008. Generally students are in Year 5 in 2008 when applying for Year 7 entry in 2010. All Year 5 have received information about this application 0
.

Classes for 2009
At present we are planning for 2009. If you have a concern about the class your child will go into next year, please put this in writing and forward it to the school. We will consider all such issues in forming classes. Alternatively, you can speak to the principal about concerns you may have. In general we will endeavour not to place your child with the teacher they had this year.

SRC News
The SRC would like to thank everyone who donated money to the World Vision 40 hour famine fundraiser which we ran as a, use your opposite hand fundraiser day. The money raised for the 40-hour famine this year went towards putting an end to child slavery and labour throughout the world. Our efforts have been recognised in a letter from World Vision Australia in which they praise the school for our efforts in taking a stand against child labour and state, “Your school has stood out amongst all others, as one on 30 across NSW who has done exceptionally well”. So, thank you and congratulations to the whole community.

Chook News
We have 2 offers of holiday accommodation for our chooks. It would be nice to have a backup destination in case one of those people is unable to look after the chooks for any reason. This week we’ll finalise chook pen arrangements and look towards the chooks taking up residence next week.

Cricket
Well done to the boys cricket team for making the final 16 in the NSW PSSA knockout competition. Last week Milton were just a little too strong and, after a long battle, defeated Woonona East.

School Hours
Please be aware that teacher supervision starts at 8:30am. Students who arrive before this time are not formally supervised. Students should not get to school before 8:30am.

Public Speaking
Good luck to our 3 school representatives in the Northern Suburbs Public Speaking Competition. Sanne, Lachlan and Georgia. The competition will be held on Thursday at Thirroul School.  Mrs D’Arcangelo.

School Swimming Scheme
The second week of the SSS will get underway this week. Children enjoyed their lessons last week and are learning a great deal about water safety, floating, correct stroke technique and breathing. We look forward to some lovely warm weather again this week. If possible, could parents please finalise any outstanding swimming costs by the end of this week.
Thank you Mrs Lindley.

MS Readathon
Congratulations and thanks. The following students from Woonona East Public School successfully completed the 2008 MS Readathon, collectively raising $2,187.50.
Callum, Dylan, Emily, Tess, Freya, Liam, Erin, Jack, Phoebe, Morgan, Kyra, Kira, Elouise, Emma, Matilda, Megan, Mitchell, Jamie-lee, Caitlyn , Kayla and Hilary. Did you know each school day five people are diagnosed with MS and with the average age of diagnosis around 30, this disease is one of the most prevalent neurological conditions amongst young Australians. Thank you for your support.
Donna Thompson, Teacher Librarian.

Bush Regeneration Group
This week the bush regen group will be finishing off the office garden. The grass there has been threatening to take over! We will also be pruning some of the plants to keep them nice and bushy. Bring along some gloves, seceuters, and a hat. We will be meeting at 9am at the sandpit for half and hour.

Family Fun Night
Thank you to everyone who came and enjoyed the fun night last Thursday. It was a great success and over $2000 was raised for the school. A big thank you to the Year 6 students who sold the ride tickets every morning. They did a fantastic job and their help was greatly appreciated. Thank you also to all the people who gave up their time and helped out on the BBQ and cake stalls. Our next fundraising will be the cherry drive, followed by the end of year raffle (we have had some great prizes donated for this).

Cherry Drive
Inside this newsletter please find an order form for this years Cherry Drive. The cherries are expected to be delivered late Nov/early Dec. An exact date will be published in the newsletter as soon as it is known. The cherries are $18 for a 2kg box or $37 for a 5kg box. Please have order forms and money returned to the office by Friday 21st November.

Uniform Shop
Uniform Shop Hours
Monday – 8.30am-9.00am
Wednesday – 2.30pm-3.00pm
Friday – 8.45am-9.15am
No more personal cheques accepted at the uniform shop. Cash, bank cheque, money order or cash only.
The uniform shop is requesting volunteers to sew up library bags and art smocks for sale next year. Fabric and cotton will be provided, or donation welcome.

Lost Property
There are about 30 jumpers in lost property, some with names, could you please check. Thank you.

Kids Café
This weeks lunch special, old fashioned hot dogs @2.00, cheese 30c extra. Fruit kebabs 40c each. Small fruit salad $1.00. Also spinach and cheese triangles special continues this week. They are made with our fresh spinach from our garden. Yum. Large $1.00. Swimming continues this week, if your children need their lunch early please make sure you mark the bag RECESS, or they will get their lunch at 1.00pm.
Kids Café will be closed MONDAYS in term 4 and open Fridays.
Canteen Roster
Tues 11/11 – Lorraine, Paul
Wed 12/11 – Narelle, Cheryl Anne
Thurs 13/11 – Carolyn, Ainsley
Fri 14/11 – Anne, Karen
Mon 17/11 – CLOSED
Tues 18/11 – Leanne, Joy, Jackie
THE CANTEEN REQUIRES 2 HELPERS URGENTLY FOR THURSDAY 13/11

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•    Live Outside the Box has finished for most students. The Live Well At School team is carefully studying the results and working out who receives a Gold, Silver or Bronze certificate.
•    Congratulations to the following students who will be receiving their Principal’s Award at the assembly this week:  Jessica, Lara, Joshua, Tess, Kale, Selina, Cooper and Callum.
•    A big sporting week coming up with students attending Special Swimming Scheme, the PSSA Gala Day and our cricketers travelling to Ulladulla to try and make it through to the final eight in the state. Some wonderful chances for our students to represent the school and impress with their attitude and behaviour.
•    A Student Welfare survey will be sent home with all students this week.  Please fill in and return by the date specified.

Week 4
Monday 3rd November
Swimming Scheme starts
Thursday 6th November
9:10 Assembly 3L
Boys cricket v Milton at Ulladulla
Family Fun Night
Friday 7th November
PSSA Gala Day

Week 5
Monday 10th November
Swimming Scheme continues
Tuesday 11th November
7:10pm P&C meeting
Wednesday 12th November
SRC mufti day

Chooks!
At the moment we can only accommodate two chooks over the summer holidays. Unless we have a safe home for the other two chooks over that holiday period we will hold off getting the chooks until next year.

Application for Year 7 Entry to Selective High Schools in 2010
Parents with children seeking placement in a selective high school in Year 7 in 2010 are required to submit an application form to their current primary school by 14 November 2008. Generally students are in Year 5 in 2008 when applying for Year 7 entry in 2010. All Year 5 received information about this last week.

Classes for 2009
At present we are planning for 2009. If you have a concern about the class your child will go into next year, please put this in writing and forward it to the school. We will consider all such issues in forming classes. Alternatively, you can speak to me about concerns you may have. In general we will endeavour not to place your child with the teacher they had this year.

School Hours
Please be aware that teacher supervision starts at 8:30am. Students who arrive before this time are not formally supervised. Students should not get to school before 8:30am.

Bush Regeneration Group
This week we will be doing a quick sweep of the office gardens. If you can spare ½ an hour meet at the sandpit at 9am Tuesday morning.

Family Fun Night
This Thursday 6th November, 4pm to 7pm. Rides – wristbands will be on sale this week again, $16 pre sold, $20 on the night. Please see SRC each morning from 8.30am to 9am near the sandpit to purchase your wristband. Cake Stall – donations of cakes, slices or biscuits would be greatly appreciated for our cake stall. They  can be dropped off at the stall from 2.30pm on Thursday. A special thank you to the Lions Club for running the BBQ on the fun night. They give up their time free of charge and all profits go directly to the school.

SRC News
On Wednesday 12th November there will be a SRC mufti-day to raise funds to support the World Vision child the school sponsors. The theme is “Back to the 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s. You can dress up as anything you like that has something to do with the theme, It’s a gold coin donation. Peace.
Ebony

Uniform Shop
Uniform Shop Hours
Monday – 8.30am-9.00am
Wednesday – 2.30pm-3.00pm
Friday – 8.45am-9.15am
No more personal cheques accepted at the uniform shop. Cash, bank cheque, money order or cash only.
The uniform shop is requesting volunteers to sew up library bags and art smocks for sale next year. Fabric and cotton will be provided, or donation welcome.

Lost Property
There are about 30 jumpers in lost property, some with names, could you please check. Thank you.

Kids Café
This weeks lunch special, spinach and cheese triangles $1.00 each. Thank you to Phoebe Morgan and family for the great donation of vegetables, also thank you to Maree and Vimala for vegetable donations. Top effort Woonona East. Whip up an avocado, baby spinach and prawn salad, peel, halve and slice 2 ripe avacado’s lengthways into 2cm thick slices, place in a bowl, drizzle with the juice of two limes, add 1 tablespoon finely chopped chives then season with salt and pepper. Arrange 100g baby spinach leaves avacado’s and 24 peeled and devined cooked prawns on serving plates. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and serve with bread. Serves 4.
Kids Café will be closed MONDAYS in term 4 and open Fridays.
Canteen Roster
Tues 04/11 – Carolyn, Vanessa
Wed 05/11 – Vacey
Thurs 06/11 – Cindy, Maree
Fri 07/11 – Toni, Kylie
Mon 10/11 – CLOSED
Tues 11/11 – Lorraine, Paul
The canteen requires a helper for Wednesday 5/11, Thursday 13/11 and Wednesday 3/12.
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