Woonona East Notice Board

 

12-14 May	Yr 3& 5 NAPLAN tests
12 May	P and C Meeting 7:00pm in the staffroom
15 May	Book Club Orders due at school
15 May	District Cross Country Carnival Bulli Soccer Grounds
15 May	Loud Shirt Mufti Day
21 May	School Photos
22 May	2010 OC Class applications returned
25-29 May	Education Week
27 May	Uni. of NSW Computer Skills Test
3-9 June	Life Education Van
8 June	Queen’s Birthday Long weekend
10 June	Uni. of NSW Science Test

 

2008 Annual School Report

 

Hello again everyone,

 

All families will receive a copy of the 2009 Annual School Report with this newsletter.

 

Each year, all schools produce an annual report which sets out their achievements for that year and plans for the year to follow. Inside our 2008 report you will find data about class sizes, enrolment and attendance as well as information about our school’s programs, our academic performance in internal and external examinations, our sporting achievements and our plans for 2009.

 

Much time and effort is spent compiling and creating this report each year. I congratulate Mr Cummins for his production of this excellent and informative booklet and hope that all families will take time to read this snapshot of our school and its achievements in 2008.

 

 Sharyn Liddle

Principal

 

 

Woonona East PS Allocated 2.5 Million $$$$$

I was very pleased last week to be advised that our school is in the first round of schools under Mr Rudd’s Building the Education Revolution plan to receive confirmation of funding for a school hall and other facilities. I will keep you advised as more information comes to hand.

 

P and C Meeting This Tuesday Night

The next P & C will be held on Tuesday 12 May at 7:00 in the staff room.   Everyone is welcome. Agenda items include:

• Progress update on the School Improvement plans
• Review and discussion of P&C financial contributions
• Review of the teachers wish list for terms 2 and 3
• Opportunities for year 6 to work with the enviro group
• Quality of the school uniform

If you would like an issue discussed, write it in the Agenda book at the office or Email issues to the office with a subject line of Attention P&C. If you are unable to make the meetings, but would like the minutes to be emailed to you, just leave your email address with the office. See you there.

 

School Photos

School photos will be taken on Thursday 21^st May. Envelopes have been sent home. Please ensure that the correct money is enclosed and that envelopes are returned to school before photo day.

 

PSSA Sport

PSSA sport will take place in weeks 4, 5, 6 and 7 this term. Students who are not in PSSA teams will play soccer, netball and AFL at school in the afternoon session.

 

NAPLAN Reminder For Years 3 and 5

NAPLAN tests for Years 3 and 5 will take place on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday this week. Please ensure that your child is well rested and arrives at school promptly on these days.

 

Choir

Children in 4P, 3DB and 3/4L have been participating in choir every Thursday afternoon. This will culminate in our school’s participation in the Schools’ Choral Festival at Anita’s Theatre, Thirroul in August.

This is a fabulous night where schools get together for an evening of wonderful song. More information and dates will be available later this term. Several parents have asked about the choir outfit. Although it is early, I have listed the uniform today. Girls: winter tunic, green school stockings (not socks), white long-sleeved blouse and red tie, black shoes. Boys: shorts, green polo shirt (if cold, a t-shirt can be hidden underneath for warmth), white socks and black shoes. If you have any questions please contact Mrs D’Arcangelo at school on 42841472.

 

Loud Shirt Day Fundraiser This Friday!

We are raising money for The Shepherd Centre.  This organization assists children who are deaf or hearing impaired, to develop spoken language.

Some ideas for suitable clothing for this occasion may be: colourful shirts, bright shoes (covered), headbands/jewellery, bright hats, gloves, scarves, beanies, tattoos.  Please bring in a gold coin donation on this day so we can assist The Shepherd Centre to continue to provide exceptional services to children with hearing impairments into the future.

 

Smiths Hill HS Expo Night

Smith’s Hill High School is holding an Expo Night on Wednesday 3^th June, 2009.   Year 6 students who are sitting the entrance test for 2010 admission and their parents may like to go along and get an idea of our facilities and programs. Year 5 students and their parents may like to take the opportunity to see the school with a view to applying for admission in 2011. The evening begins at 6.00 p.m. with a welcome address followed by a tour of scheduled events and static displays and a number of performances.  The evening ends by 8.30 pm. Please direct any enquiries to the principal, Mrs. Rae Mitchell during school hours on 42294266

 

Illawarra Sports HS Talented Sports Program Trials

These trials will be held on Wednesday 3^rd June starting at 3:30pm at the Illawarra Sports HS and surrounding venues. For applications please phone Mrs Pederson on 42711099 ext 114 or Neridah Hill on 42711099 ext 147.

 

2010 Year 5 Opportunity Class Applications

Application forms are available from the office for current Year 4 students wishing to apply for placement in the Wollongong PS Opportunity Class in 2010. Forms must be returned to school by 22 May. Parents will be advised directly regarding test centres and other information by 22^nd July. The actual placement test will be held on 5^th August. Parents will be notified in early November regarding the test outcomes. Please give Mrs Liddle a call on 42741768 if more information is required.

 

Education Week Open Day

Families are invited to attend our Open Day on Wednesday 27^th May, starting with a whole school assembly at 9:15 and followed by class visits from 10:00-10:45. Parents are invited to enjoy recess with their children between 10:45 and 11:15, followed by the finals of the Public Speaking Competition, finishing around 12:30. We look forward to seeing you then.

 

‘Click’ Magazine For Parents

A new DET magazine designed to help parents keep up with their children’s use of technology both inside and out of school is now available for viewing at www.schools.nsw.edu.au/click.

 

Stewart House Bags and Envelopes

Clothing bags will be collected by Stewart House tomorrow. Thanks to everyone who has already returned theirs. Envelopes can be returned by Friday this week.

 

The  ‘Bounce Back!’ Resilience Program is under way. This program is designed to develop the key coping skills associated with self reliance, namely, self efficacy and a success orientation, a capacity to think optimistically and helpfully about situations, and being able to regulate one’s emotions.

The focus for weeks three and four this term will be RESPONSIBILTY looking at being reliable, fairness and social justice. At home, look out for newspaper or television reports which highlight these important social skills and discuss these with your children.  Also, you can talk about how they can be socially responsible eg. taking part in LOUD SHIRT day on Friday.

 

2010 Kindergarten Enrolments

Kindergarten enrolments for next year are now being taken.  If you have a child or know of neighbours or friends with a child eligible to attend WEPS in 2010 please let us know as soon as possible.

 

Uniform Shop

The uniform shop will be open on Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings, 8.45am -9.15am.

These are the new times for term 2.

 

Voluntary Contributions

Thankyou to all the parents who have already made voluntary contributions to the school. The cost this year is $25:00 for one child and $50:00 for two or more children. These funds help to support our library, sports and other programs in the school. All contributors will go into a draw to win a meal for two at Lorenzo’s Diner in Wollongong. The draw will take place at the end of the term.

 

Cross Country Results

8/9 Year Girls – Breanna, Sanna, Brianna.

8/9 Year Boys – Jordyn, Dane, Ben.

7 Year girls – Holly, Kyra, Jordan.

7 Year Boys – Caleb, Kyel, Riley.

6 Year Girls – Casey, Jemma, Lilly.

6 Year Boys – Cooper, Brandon, Torey.

5 Year Girls – Talia, Honey, Jade .

5 Year Boys – Joseph, Ryan, Isaac.

10 Year Girls – Olivia , Caitlin, Phoebe.

10 Year Boys – Joel, Aidan, Brodie.

11 Year Girls – Kira , Samantha, Sonia.

11 Year Boys – Luke, Harrison, Stephen.

12 Year Girls – Laura, Keira, Brittany.

12 Year Boys – Chad, Riley, Stephen.

 

1^st Endeavour, 2^nd Macquarie, 3^rd Cook and 4^th Banks.

 

Ribbons for 1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd will be handed out at this week’s assembly.  The first 6 competitors in each race from the 8/9 Year olds up, will be representing at the District Carnival this Friday at Bulli Soccer Grounds.

 

Environment News

Bush regen/weeding in our beautiful school is now on Monday and Tuesdays.

Come along and weed between 9am – 9.30am and really make a difference to our school.

This week, meet at the flagpole.  We will be working in the garden with the tyre seats.  Bring a fork for some digging.  For more information call Jennifer 0419 697 636.

 

Fundraising News

A big thank you to Kate, Anna, Renaye, Kirsty and Nicole for all your help with the cookie dough sorting, it was a great success.

We are now $330.00 closer to our target after the Mother’s Day stall last Friday.  Another big thank you to Nicole, Jo and Kirsty for running the stall.

Just a reminder that the trivia night meeting will be held at Towradgi Pub on Tuesday 19^th May at 6pm.

 

Kids Café

This weeks lunch special, Bacon & Egg Jaffle and a fruit kebab $2.30.  We don’t have to close Thursdays which is great.  Thank you to Kate and Anna for volunteering.  We still need help for 18^th June and the 9^th July.  If you can help, please call Toni on 0405 434 220.  This Thursday we are having a cookie day.  You may order and also available over counter at recess & lunch, large cookies 40c each.  Friday Smoothies will be available for $1.00 each.

Thank you to Johanne Sneddon for looking after our garden.  Our veggie garden needs some donations eg. lettuce, carrots, cucumbers, anything that you could spare would be appreciated.

Don’t forget canteen Open Mondays, but NO lunch orders. 

 

Canteen Roster

Tues 12/5 – Lynn, Jane, Robyn, Suzanne

Wed 13/5 – Vacey, Ainsley

Thurs 14/5 – Kate, Anna W

Fri 15/5 – Leanne, Joy, Jackie

Mon 18/5 – Carmen, Kylie

Tues 19/5 – Vimala, Kristy, Lindy

Wed 20/5 – Nicole, Natarlie M

Thurs 21/5 – Kate, Anna W

Fri 22/5 – Anne, Karen

Mon 25/5 – Kylie, Kristy

 

 

COMMUNITY NEWS

 

The Arcadians Children’s Theatre

MAN OF STEEL

 The story of the Man of Steel trying to save the Lovely Linda Street who has been kidnapped by Olga Volga, (one of the most evil Criminals in the world), and her Henchmen.

15^th – 17^th May 2009

Dates                                  Tickets

Fri  15^th May   7pm              Adults $12

Sat 16^th May 2pm & 7pm      Conc. $8

Sun 17^th May 2pm                Groups 10+ $8

Bookings 4284 8348

 

Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal

24^th May 2009