Woonona East Notice Board

NAIDOC WEEK

 

Hello again everyone,

 

Next week we will be celebrating NAIDOC Week. The theme for this year is Honouring Our Elders, Nurturing Our Youth. Ms Pechey has been busy organising a range of activities to mark this occasion.

 

On Monday we will start the week with a flag raising ceremony at 9am. Throughout the week we will be selling respect bands for $2 – the money raised will go to Koori Kids to help disadvantaged Indigenous children.

 

On Thursday our assembly will focus on NAIDOC Week and children can wear mufti with an Aboriginal theme.

 

We hope you can join us.

 

Sharyn Liddle

Principal

 

Upcoming Events

29 June – 10 July	Parent-Teacher Interviews
2 July	‘Dr Seuss’ Gold Coin Mufti Day for Southern Stars
3 July	Athletics Carnival
6 July	Start of NAIDOC Week – 9:00 Flag raising
8 July	Kinder Excursion to Killalea
9 July	9:15 NAIDOC Assembly
10 July	Last day of Term 2
28 July	Students return for Term 3

 

Uniform Shop

Uniform Shop Hours

Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8.45am-9.15am.

 

Athletics Carnival

This Friday is our annual athletics carnival. Parents are very welcome to come along and support the children. Children who are 8 years or older will be able to compete in the 100, 200 and 800 metre races. A note will be sent home tomorrow detailing exact events and times.  There will be a BBQ available throughout the day and the canteen will be open as usual. Keep your fingers crossed for fine weather all week!

 

Home Reading Finishes This Week

We are having a stocktake of home reading resources next week (last week of term). This week is the final week for home reading and all books must be returned. Please check cupboards and under beds for those missing books and send them along to school by Friday this week. Home reading will resume next term. With thanks,

Mrs D’Arcangelo

 

Kindergarten Enrolments for 2010

Please let us know as soon as possible if your child will be attending WEPS or pass on this message if you know of any neighbours or friends with children who will be with us next year. We are in the process of organising our transition to school program. This Tuesday we will be at the Big School Expo, Woonona Bulli RSL Club, from 6:30pm. Come along and pick up an enrolment form, learn about preparing your preschooler for Kinder and lots of other useful information.

 

Thursday ‘Dr Seuss’ Mufti Day For Southern Stars

Children are invited to come along this Thursday dressed as their favourite Dr Seuss character. Gold coin donations will go towards assisting our Southern Stars dance group with transport and costumes.

Education Tax Refund – Don’t Forget to Claim

How do I claim the Education Tax Refund?

• In your tax return.
• If you don’t lodge a tax return, claim on a separate form or over the phone.
• If you use a tax agent, make sure you ask them to claim for you.

The Education Tax Refund lets you claim up to 50% of eligible education expenses for school children. If you are eligible, you can get back up to $375 for each primary student and up to $750 for each secondary student.

You can claim things like text books, stationery and even internet costs.

If you receive Family Tax Benefit Part A for a child at primary or secondary school, you will be eligible. Some other people are eligible too, to find out more about this and other information such as what you can and can’t claim go to australia.gov.au/educationtaxrefund or call the Tax Office on 13 28 61.

Remember, you need to keep all receipts for expenses you claim.

 

Congratulations To Our AFL Paul Kelly Cup Team!

Last Tuesday our boys team competed in the Paul Kelly AFL Cup. The team played strongly on the day and represented our school with pride as this message from one of our parents notes:

“As a mum and a spectator I would like to compliment all players in the Woonona East PS AFL team who participated in the Paul Kelly Cup competition at Port Kembla last Tuesday.

It was fantastic to watch as I felt each player did their absolute best. All boys displayed good sportsmanship both on and off the field.

Congratulations boys, you played with true style.”

Well done to all the boys and thankyou to parents and Mr Cummins for his support on the day.

 

Lost Property

The lost property box is once again overflowing. Some items do have names on them. Please ensure that you check the box carefully this week as all items without names will be cleaned out next week for recycling or disposal.

 

Homework Help Online

Parents and carers can access age-appropriate material to help with your child’s homework assignments at the Teaching and Learning Exchange:

www.tale.edu.au/tale/live/index.jsp

Information ranges from ages 4-9 which includes pages to help you follow your child’s early learning and to help you talk with teachers about your child’s progress to Beyond School, which includes links to TAFE, university and other further learning opportunities such as apprenticeships and traineeships.

The content of each age group area is organised into these sections:

• What they learn
• Helping your child learn
• About stages of learning

From the navigation bar you can also access links to educational organisations and news.

The site also includes a Jargon Buster, a selection of translated documents and links to DET parent newsletters such as the Click! technology guide and School Parent’s magazine.

 

 

 

 

Dance 2BFit in Term 3

In Term 3 we will be offering a nine-week dance program for all children K-6. Lessons will be conducted each Monday by experienced dance teachers and children will learn a range of fun dances and dance styles. Lessons are 45 minutes in length.  The program has been very well received in many local schools and really enjoyed by the children. The cost of the program is $2:50 per week or $22.50 for the nine-week program.

 

Voluntary Contributions.

Voluntary school contributions can still be paid before the end of Term 2. The cost is $25 for one child or $50 for two or more children. These funds are used to support the library and other school programs. All names go into a draw to win lunch at Lorenzo’s Restaurant, Keira Street, which will take place in the last week of term.

 

Band News

Eric Dunan will not be able to take band tomorrow, 30th June but will make up this lesson before the end of this  term or early next term.

On Friday 10th July at 12:45 the band will be performing some of their tunes for the other students. Parents are welcome to attend.

 

Environment Group

We will be laying newspaper and mulch as a weed mat in the tyre garden this week.  We’d love some extra hands to knock this job off!

Meet at 9am for ½ hr at the garden.  Thank you.

 

Congratulations to the following students who received awards at last Thursday’s assembly.

KBM – Julian Waters for working well and being a sensible class member.

KBM – Isabella Rabottini for great effort in reading.

KC – Rachel Nellies for improved attitude and concentration.

KC – Tim Atkinson for great story writing.

K/1H – Lara Edwards for trying very hard with her sound work.

K/1H – Logan Schicht for improved efforts in writing.

1B – Luke Needham for a more settled attitude and completing work on time.

1B – Lachlan Hillier for contributing thoughtfully during class discussions.

1/2C – Alicia Nahona for excellent handwriting.

1/2C – Liam Doig for excellent independent work in maths.

2D – Haydn Waugh for effort in maths.

2D – Courtney for improved effort in Maths homework

2T – Tegan for valuable contributions to class discussions.

2T – Eammon for his excellent work in spelling.

3DB – Zoe – for sensible comments and suggestion in ‘Bounce Back’.

3DB – Neven for sensible comments and suggestion in ‘Bounce Back’.

3/4L – Breanna for writing a great procedure on how to make a glittery heart.

3/4L – Taryn for writing a great procedure on how to make a glittery heart.

4P- Keeley for approaching all tasks enthusiastically.

4P – Tyson for working hard in reading and showing great improvement.

5M – Karisha for being a willing and responsible helper.

5M – James for excellent contributions to class discussions.

5/6C – Leon for contributions to class discussions.

5/6C – Brittany for consistently working well in class.

5/6H – Cooper for enthusiasm and co-operation.

5/6H -Georgia for a great effort with spelling.

Library Awards

3/4L – Tayla for regular library borrowing.

4P – Jay for regular library borrowing.

 

AFL Paul Kelly Cup

As a mum and spectator, I would like to complement all players in the boys Woonona East AFL team who participated in the Pau Kelly Cup competition at Port Kembla last Tuesday.

It was fantastic to watch as I felt each player did their absolute best.  All boys displayed good sportsmanship both on, and off, the field.

Congratulations boys, you played with true style.

 

Kids Café

This week’s lunch special mini pizza & a drink (apple or orange juice) available for $2.50.  Fruit kebab’s 30c.

Thank you to Karen, Kristy and Kylie for helping out pizza day, it was a great day.

Term 3 news, Kid’s Café will be closed Monday’s and Friday’s.  If you would like to become a volunteer at Kid’s Café, please ring Canteen Co-ordinator Toni Joel on 0405 434 220.  Don’t forget slushie machine is unavailable for the rest of this term.

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

 

Canteen Roster

Tues 30/6 – Melanie, Kristen

Wed 1/7 – Leasa, Joanne

Thurs 2/7 – Renaye, Vanessa

Fri 3/7 – Toni, Kristy

Mon 6/7 – Kylie, Kristy

Tues 7/7 – Lynn, Jane, Robyn, Suzanne

Wed 8/7 – Linda, Angela, Toni

Thurs 9/7 – 2 helpers needed

Fri 10/7 – Leanne, Joy, Jackie

 

Fundraising Update

Bus trip to Parklea Markets – we still have seats available on the bus for Sunday, 16^th August.  The cost is $30 per person with a $10 non refundable deposit required.  If you would like to come along, please leave your details and deposit at the office, any queries, please contact Michelle on 0488 813 595 or via email mmcdermott3@optusnet.com.au

Trivia Night – the date has been set – mark Saturday, 19^th September in your diaries.  We have sent out requests to local businesses for donations, but if there are any parents out there who would like to make donations for prizes, it would be greatly appreciated.  There is lots to do to make the night a success and we need your help to get us there.

 

COMMUNITY NEWS

 

Wollongong Family Relationships Centre

Supporting Children After Separation

Contact Yvette Nielsen 42201119

 

Waniora Public School Fete.

Waniora Public School, Bulli will be holding their school fete on Saturday, 22nd May 2010 between 2.00 – 7.00pm.

 

 

 

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Performing Arts

 

Hello again everyone,

Next term children from Woonona East Public School will be performing in two important local musical events – Southern Stars and the Wollongong Choral Festival.

 

The children are working hard to learn the required songs and dances and rehearsals will begin soon. This week Mrs D’Arcangelo and Ms Pechey will accompany the Stage 2 choir to Corrimal Primary School for the first cluster group practice with Berkeley PS and Mt Ousley PS who will perform with us on Tuesday 4th August at Anita’s Theatre in Thirroul.

 

Next Monday Mrs DiBello and Mrs Harris-Cross will accompany 30 of our boys and girls to the first mass dance rehearsal for Southern Stars. Our school will be performing part of the ‘Cat in the Hat’ sequence. The night performance of Southern Stars will be on Friday 4th September at the Wollongong Entertainment Centre.

 

Congratulations to all these dedicated boys and girls and their teachers and a huge thankyou to parents for their support and encouragement.

 

Sharyn Liddle

Principal

 

Upcoming Events

23 June	Uni of NSW Spelling and Writing Tests
24 June	Years 1 and 2 excursion to Killalea.   Choir Cluster Rehearsal at Corrimal PS
25 June	Whole school assembly 9:15
29 June	Students receive their reports.   Southern Stars mass dance rehearsal day, Shellharbour City Stadium.
3 July	Athletics Carnival
8 July	Kinder Excursion to Killalea
10 July	Last day of Term 2
28 July	Students return for Term 3

Public Speaking Champs

Four children were chosen to represent Woonona East PS at the Multicultural Public Speaking Competition held at Bellambi PS last Wednesday. Liam and Phoebe represented Stage 2 and Lachlan and Rory were the Stage 3 reps. These students reached this level of the competition through their success in our own school’s competition during Education Week. All the children were absolutely fantastic and should feel very proud of themselves. Congratulations to Rory who won his section and will now represent our district at Nowra on 25th August.

Well done children and thankyou to all the parents and teachers involved in preparing them for this event.

Mrs D’Arcangelo

 

Congratulations Laura!

Last Friday four of our most talented cross-country runners represented the North Wollongong District at the South Coast Carnival held near Nowra. Olivia. Dane, Ben and Laura competed strongly on the day, with Laura taking out 4th place in her division. Special congratulations go to Laura who will now represent the Region at the State Cross Country Carnival.

 

Reminder – Year 1 and 2 Excursion to Killalea.

The children are really looking forward to their excursion this Wednesday which will support their learning in the unit of work ‘Wet and Dry Environments’. The bus will leave school at 9:00 and return at 2:30. Children need to wear their sports uniform, sturdy shoes and a hat. They will need to bring recess, lunch and drinks in their lunchbox inside their school bag.

 

Dance 2BFit in Term 3

In Term 3 we will be offering a nine-week dance program for all children K-6. Lessons will be conducted each Monday by experienced dance teachers and children will learn a range of fun dances and dance styles. Lessons are 45 minutes in length.  The program has been very well received in many local schools and really enjoyed by the children. The cost of the program is $2:50 per week or $22.50 for the nine-week program.

 

Voluntary Contributions.

Voluntary school contributions can still be paid before the end of Term 2. The cost is $25 for one child or $50 for two or more children. These funds are used to support the library and other school programs. All names go into a draw to win lunch at Lorenzo’s Restaurant, Keira Street, which will take place in the last week of term.

 

The  Bounce Back! Resilience 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 nine and ten will be INCLUSION exploring difference and learning to live comfortably with the ways in which others are different from you. Accepting differences requires an open mind and leads to increased peace and harmony.

 

Parent-Teacher Interviews

If you would like to speak with your child’s teacher but have not yet contacted them regarding a suitable date and time, please do so this week as spaces are filling up fast for Week 10 and 11 interviews.

 

Band News

Eric Dunan will not be able to take band next Tuesday but will make up this lesson before the end of Term.

On Friday 10th July at 12:45 the band will be performing some of their tunes for the other students. Parents are welcome to attend.

 

Environment Group

We will be laying newspaper and mulch as a weed mat in the tyre garden this week.  We’d love some extra hands to knock this job off!

Meet at 9am for ½ hr at the garden.  Thank you.

 

Kids Café

Pizza Day this Friday.  To help with catering, please have all orders handed into office by Wednesday afternoon.  No orders will be accepted after this day.  Also Pizza Day is a very busy day, pizza orders only please, if children do order Friday, Vegemite sandwiches only.

Committee members and I (Toni) had a meeting last Tuesday about which days to close next term.  Term 3, canteen will be closed Mondays and Fridays.  Term 3 roster in progress.

This weeks kids café special – Toasted ham & cheese and a warm milo $3.00.

Don’t forget no more slushies on menu for the rest of the term.

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

 

 

 

Canteen Roster

Tues 23/6 – Jo, 1 helper needed

Wed 24/6 – Toni , Doris

Thurs 25/6 – Elizabeth, Ainsley

Fri 26/6 – Kerrie, Toni, Michelle

Mon 29/6 – Belinda, Cindy

Tues 30/6 – Melanie, Kristen

Wed 01/7 – Leasa, Joanne

Thurs 02/7 – Renaye, Vanessa

Fri 03/7 – Toni, Kristy

Mon 06/7 – Kylie, Kristy

 

Fundraising Update

Bus trip to Parklea Markets – we still have seats available on the bus for Sunday, 16^th August.  The cost is $30 per person with a $10 non refundable deposit required.  If you would like to come along, please leave your details and deposit at the office, any queries, please contact Michelle on 0488 813 595 or via email mmcdermott3@optusnet.com.au

Trivia Night – the date has been set – mark Saturday, 19^th September in your diaries.  We have sent out requests to local businesses for donations, but if there are any parents out there who would like to make donations for prizes, it would be greatly appreciated.  There is lots to do to make the night a success and we need your help to get us there.

 

COMMUNITY NEWS

 

Wollongong Family Relationships Centre

Supporting Children After Separation

Contact Yvette Nielsen 42201119

 

Tropical Fish For Sale

                Bristle Nose Catefish

                       Electric Blues

                           Nigricans

                    Starting at $3.00.

               Please phone 4284 4548.

 

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Student Attendance

 

Hello again everyone,

I hope that you enjoyed the long weekend and were able to take a break and spend some time relaxing with your families. It was nice to finally enjoy some sunshine after the recent wet weather.

As the cold and flu season approaches, absences from school are inevitable and I would like to touch upon a few points in relation to school attendance.

Students returning from absence should provide their teacher with an explanatory note on the day that they return to school. Parents can also phone to notify us of the reason for absence. Failure to do so within seven days will result in your child’s absence being recorded in the computer system as ‘unexplained’ and you will receive a letter requesting an explanation. Prompt return of the attached slip allows us to rectify attendance records.

Where children will be absent for a period longer than two weeks (eg an overseas holiday) you must apply for an exemption from school. This should be done as soon as you are aware that your child will be away. In cases of long term illness, a medical certificate must be supplied.

School attendance is very closely monitored by the Home School Liaison Officer (HSLO)  and in some cases parents have been prosecuted for failing to ensure that their children attend school regularly. Numerous unexplained absences, patterns of non-attendance (with or without explanation) or partial attendance (numerous late arrivals or early departures) may lead to a query by the HSLO who will phone you and offer assistance in improving your child’s attendance.

If you have any questions regarding the above information or concerns about your child’s attendance please do not hesitate to give me a call on 42841472.

 

Sharyn Liddle

Principal

Upcoming Events

 

        10 June            Uni of NSW Science

                                    Test

            29 June            Student reports to

                                     Parents

            3 July               Athletics Carnival

  

Uniform Shop

Uniform Shop Hours

Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8.45am-9.15am.

 

Whole School Assembly This Thursday 9:15

All welcome.

 

Uniform Reminder

Please find enclosed a copy of our uniform policy. While it is pleasing that the children are wearing their winter uniform each day, please be aware that slip-on shoes and multicoloured joggers and skate shoes are not school uniform. The uniform footwear for both boys and girls is black lace-up joggers or leather school shoes with white ankle socks for both boys and girls or green tights for girls.

 

Choral Festival – Years 3 and 4

The children are practising hard and sounding better each week as the choral festival approaches and the dates have now been set for our performance. A daytime cluster rehearsal will be held at Corrimal Public School on 24^th June. The night time performance will be on 4^th August at Anita’s Theatre, Thirroul beginning at 7:30pm. A note will be sent home soon with further details.

 

Northern Illawarra Aboriginal Education Consultative Group.

Date: Wednesday 17 June

Time: 3:45 pm

Venue: Keira High School

The Northern AECG welcomes all Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people to their meetings.

 

Excursion Notes

Please note that excursion notes and money must be returned before the day of your child’s excursion. No notes or money will be accepted on the day. This is to ensure that buses are booked in advance for the correct number of students, cheques for venues can be drawn correctly prior to the day and appropriate safety precautions and OH and S procedures are in place for the number of students attending the excursion. No student will be allowed to attend an excursion without a permission note regardless of whether they have paid.

 

 Guinea Pigs

Would you like to know more about caring for your pet guinea pig? The NSW Cavy Club is holding a pet class at the Russell Vale Community Hall, corner of Channon Street and Keerong Avenue, Russell Vale, at 12pm on 21^st June. Bring along your pet guinea pig. A colouring competition is also being run. Entry forms are available from the office. They need to be returned to the office by Tuesday 16^th June. See the school notice board for more information.

 

Parent-Teacher Interviews (Repeat)

Semester one reports will be sent home on Monday 29th June, however many of you will already know if you wish to meet with your child’s teacher. Listed below are the dates on which teachers are available for interviews. The children will bring home a sheet on which you can nominate a suitable time and you will then be advised of the exact time of your interview. If you have any questions, please see your child’s teacher. 5M parents who nominate to attend on Monday 29th June will receive their reports at the interview.

 

KB	16 June	8-9:30 1-3:30
KR	30 June 1 July 7 July	10:30-11:30 12:00-1:00 10:30-11:30 3:00-4:30
K/1H	30 June 6 July  7 July	12:00-1:00 3:10-4:30 3:10-4:30
1B	2 July 6 July	12:00-1:00 12:00-1:00 3:15-4:15
1/2C	6 July 7 July 9 July	3:00-4:30 2:00-4:30 11:30-12:20
2T	6 July 7 July 9 July	12:00-1:00 2:00-3:00 3:00-4:30
2D	6 July   7 July 8 July     9 July	8:15-8:40 3:15-4:00 3:15-4:00 8:15-8:40 12:00-1:40 3:15-4:00 8:15-8:40
3DB	1 July	8:00-9:45 3:15-4:30
3/4L	Mrs Lindley has completed her interviews. Should you wish to meet with Ms Clarkson after receiving your child’s report please contact Ms Clarkson directly.
4P	30 June   6 July	9:30-10:20 3:15-4:30 8:00-9:00
5M	29 June 30 June 6 July 7 July	10:00-11:00 12:00-1:00 10:00-11:00 12:00-1:00
5/6C	2 July 7 July	3:15-5:30 3:15-5:30
5/6H	1 July 6 July	1:00-4:00 1:00-4:00

 

Bush Regeneration Group

We will still be working on the tyre seat garden. Next week we will start laying newspaper and mulch as a weed mat!! We meet twice a week now: Monday 9-9.30am and Tuesday 9-9.30am. Meet at the flag pole and bring some gloves.

 

Kids Café

The canteen NEEDS volunteers. Please if you can help drop a note at the office, with your name and phone number and what day you are available. It can be once a fortnight or once a month, dads and grandparents are also welcome.

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

This weeks lunch special, hot dog meal deal. Hot dog, fruit kebab and a apple or orange juice popper $3.30. Our new Winter Menu is out, if you haven’t gat a new menu please pick one up from the office. We still have people paying old prices.

Lunch box snack ideas: salad, carrots, lettuce, tomato. Homemade popcorn, celery sticks with cream cheese, corn or rice cakes with vegemite, crackers with low fat cheese, fruit in low fat yoghurt, boiled eggs, piklets or scones – try using wholemeal flour.

Please remember we only use wholemeal bread and rolls at our canteen. Unless you request white bread or rolls. Also we do not put margarine on anything unless requested. Thank you.

NEXT WEEK FRIDAY 19 JUNE WE ARE HAVING A PIZZA DAY !!!!!

 

Canteen Roster

Tues 23/6 – Jo, 1 helper needed

Wed 24/6 – Toni, Doris

Thurs 25/6 – Elizabeth, Ainsley

Fri 26/6 – Kerrie, Toni, Michelle

Mon 29/6 – Belinda, Cindy

Tues 30/6 – Melanie, Kristen

Wed 01/7 – Leasa, Joanne

Thurs 02/7 – Renaye, Vanessa

Fri 03/7 – Toni, Kristy

Mon 06/7 – Kylie, Kristy

 

 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.

 

 

COMMUNITY NEWS

 

 

Do You Want To Learn A Musical Instrument?

I teach – trumpet, clarinet, saxophone.  Suit beginners.

$15.00 per ½ hour lesson.  Limited places available.

Phone:  4285 6717

 

Wollongong Family Relationships Centre

Supporting Children After Separation

Contact Yvette Nielsen 42201119

 

Monoxide’s Half High Circus

Classes are back in town. All classes are held in our new warehouse in Fairy Meadow.

Unit 3, 63-75 Jardine Street, Fairy Meadow 4285 0701.

Ages 2 to adults. Acrobatics, juggling, trapeze, aerial skills, stilt walking, unicycling, human pyramids and more. For further information about weekly classes or outreach programs please contact: info@circusmonoxide.com.au

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Education Week 2009

 

Hello again everyone,

 

Welcome to Education Week 2009. This year’s theme is ‘NSW Public Schools- Leading the Way’.

 

We will be celebrating Education Week with an Open Day this Wednesday beginning at 9:15 with a whole school assembly. We will have the usual news and awards and Kindergarten will be performing some poems for us.

 

Parents are invited to visit the children in their classrooms from 10:00-10:45, followed by morning tea. Sausage sizzles, tea and coffee and cakes will be available for purchase at recess.

 

The finals of the public speaking competition will be held at 11:15. Please see below for the list of finalists.

 

Make sure that you also take some time to visit Ms Wynn Jones in the technology room where the children’s movies and animations will be on display from 10:00.

 

I look forward to seeing you all on Wednesday.

 

 Sharyn Liddle

Principal

Upcoming Events

 

27 May	Education Week OPEN DAY Wednesday
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
29 June	Student reports to parents
3 July	Athletics Carnival

 Uniform Shop

Uniform Shop Hours

Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8.45am-9.15am.

 

Parent-Teacher Interviews

Semester one reports will be sent home on Monday 29th June, however many of you will already know if you wish to meet with your child’s teacher. Listed below are the dates on which teachers are available for interviews. The children will bring home a sheet on which you can nominate a suitable time and you will then be advised of the exact time of your interview. If you have any questions, please see your child’s teacher. 5M parents who nominate to attend on Monday 29th June will receive their reports at the interview.

KB	16 June	8-9:30 1-3:30
KR	30 June 1 July 7 July	10:30-11:30 12:00-1:00 10:30-11:30 3:00-4:30
K/1H	30 June 6 July  7 July	12:00-1:00 3:10-4:30 3:10-4:30
1B	2 July 6 July	12:00-1:00 12:00-1:00 3:15-4:15
1/2C	6 July 7 July 9 July	3:00-4:30 2:00-4:30 11:30-12:20
2T	6 July 7 July 9 July	12:00-1:00 2:00-3:00 3:00-4:30
2D	6 July   7 July 8 July     9 July	8:15-8:40 3:15-4:00 3:15-4:00 8:15-8:40 12:00-1:40 3:15-4:00 8:15-8:40
3DB	1 July	8:00-9:45 3:15-4:30
3/4L	Mrs Lindley has completed her interviews. Should you wish to meet with Ms Clarkson after receiving your child’s report please contact Ms Clarkson directly.
4P	30 June   6 July	9:30-10:20 3:15-4:30 8:00-9:00
5M	29 June 30 June 6 July 7 July	10:00-11:00 12:00-1:00 10:00-11:00 12:00-1:00
5/6C	2 July 7 July	3:15-5:30 3:15-5:30
5/6H	1 July 6 July	1:00-4:00 1:00-4:00

 

Speaking With Your Child’s Teacher

From time to time all parents need to make contact with their child’s teacher. Teachers are very happy to speak with you but cannot do so during teaching time or at 9:00 when children are entering class and waiting to begin their day. A short note requesting a meeting is quick, easy and really appreciated. Teachers will then get back to you by note or phone to arrange a suitable time.

 

Let’s Get The Facts

Sadly, distress has been caused to some children and their families by gossip that was in fact untrue. If your child comes home with a story that doesn’t quite ring true, it is always the best policy to speak with your child’s teacher or the Principal to ascertain the facts of the matter. Gossip has no place in a happy and caring school like WEPS.

 

Public Speaking Competition

Congratulations to all our finalists in the 2009 Public Speaking Competition held last Wednesday’s Open Day. Mr Cullen, English Head Teacher at Woonona High School and Ms Wynn-Jones judged the speakers. Mr Cullen was particularly impressed with the high standard of all our speakers and it was a difficult job to choose the winners from this excellent line-up. Our Junior Public Speaking Trophy was awarded to Phoebe Hinde in 4P. The senior award went to Rory Armstrong-Gordon in 5/6H. Congratulations to everyone and a special thankyou to Mrs D’Arcangelo for her organisation of the event.

 

Happy, Healthy Harold

The Life Education Program begins this Wednesday. The cost is $6 which includes a visit to the van and workbook. Activities centre on healthy lifestyles and personal relationships. It is a fantastic program and always very popular with the children.

 

MS Readathon

Families who would like to be involved in the year’s Readathon can access information online at www.msreadathon.org.au or call 1300 677 323 for more details. Once 20 students from our school have registered online for the MS Readathon, the school will receive a book pack for the library! It’s free to register online, just check with mum or dad first and then start reading and collecting your sponsors!!

 

Band Fees Are Now Due

Could all parents of band members please ensure that the children have their instruments and music at school on Tuesdays. Thanks to everyone who has finalised band fees for Term 2.

 

 

Bush Regeneration Group

We will still be working on the tyre seat garden. Next week we will start laying newspaper and mulch as a weed mat!! We meet twice a week now: Monday 9-9.30am and Tuesday 9-9.30am. Meet at the flag pole and bring some gloves.

 

Uniform Shop

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

 

Kids Café

Thank you to all parents for helping last Wednesday, Education Week. We still need volunteers for Thursday and Friday’s. If you can help, please drop a note into the office with your name, day you can help, weekly or fortnightly and phone number. This week’s lunch special, ham and chesse toasted sandwich $2.00, or pizza pocket meal deal will continue. Pizza pocket and fruit kebab apple or orange juice $3.30. Don’t forget canteen Open Mondays, but NO lunch orders. 

 

Canteen Roster

Tues 23/6 – Jo,1 HELPER NEEDED

Wed 24/6 – Toni, Doris

Thurs 25/6 – Elizabeth, Ainsley

Fri 26/6 – Kerrie, Toni, Michelle

Mon 29/6 – Belinda, Cindy

Tues 30/6 – Melanie, Kristen

Wed 01/7 – Leasa , Joanne

Thurs 02/7 – Renaye, Vanessa

Fri 03/7 – Toni, Kristy

Mon 06/7 – Kylie, Kristy

 

 

COMMUNITY NEWS

 

Wollongong TAFE

500 Hours of Free English tuition for newly arrived (in the last 6 years) migrants.

Phone Michelle Broad on 42290023

 

Do You Want To Lean A Musical Instrument?

I teach trumpet, clarinet and saxophone, suit beginners. $15.00 ½ hour lesson. Limited places available. Phone 4285 6717.

 

Northern Suburbs Outside School Hours Care

Northern Suburbs Out of Hours School Care (OSHC) are asking parents who are interested in having their children attend before school hour’s care at our OSHC service. If you are interested feel free to Contact Northern Suburbs on 4268 6520 and leave your details. This will assist us with the number of families interested in before school hour’s care.

Kind regards, Northern Suburbs Staff.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Education Week 2009

 

Hello again everyone,

 

Welcome to Education Week 2009. This year’s theme is ‘NSW Public Schools- Leading the Way’.

 

We will be celebrating Education Week with an Open Day this Wednesday beginning at 9:15 with a whole school assembly. We will have the usual news and awards and Kindergarten will be performing some poems for us.

 

Parents are invited to visit the children in their classrooms from 10:00-10:45, followed by morning tea. Sausage sizzles, tea and coffee and cakes will be available for purchase at recess.

 

The finals of the public speaking competition will be held at 11:15. Please see below for the list of finalists.

 

Make sure that you also take some time to visit Ms Wynn Jones in the technology room where the children’s movies and animations will be on display from 10:00.

 

I look forward to seeing you all on Wednesday.

  

Sharyn Liddle

Principal

Upcoming Events

 

27 May	Education Week OPEN DAY Wednesday
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
29 June	Student reports to parents
3 July	Athletics Carnival

 

 

Uniform Shop

Uniform Shop Hours

Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8.45am-9.15am.

 

Congratulations Brittany!

Last week, Brittany  competed at the PSSA State Basketball Carnival in Bathurst as a member of the South Coast representative team. The team played magnificently to reach the final but were unfortunately defeated by 4 points in a close finish. Brittany was selected to play in the State team at the National Carnival in Newcastle in August. Congratulations Brittany on a fantastic achievement!

 

School Hall Update

Last Thursday the engineering team from Richard Crookes Constructions visited our school to begin planning for the construction of our new school hall. The hall will be sited on the school oval to the south of 1/2C and 1B classrooms and include a canteen and covered outdoor learning area. Richard Crookes are now in the process of choosing a company to build our hall. Construction could begin as early as July and take around 6 months to complete.

 

WEPS Film Festival Invitation

We would like to invite you all to come and see the fantastic films that the children have been busy preparing.

Some have created movies at home and at school and others have created animations in class.

When you come to Education Day on Wednesday, make sure you bring your child to the Tech Room as part of your classroom visit. Here you can see the creative efforts of our students here at WEPS.

 

Public Speaking Competition

As part of our Education Week Activities we will be holding the annual Woonona East Public Speaking Competition. Years 2-6 have been working on their public speaking skills over the last few weeks and the finalists have been chosen. Congratulations to the following children.

Stage 1, 1-2 minutes, ‘Everyday Is Harmony Day’

2T Jasmine, 2D Bethany, Callum

1/2C Caleb

Stage 2, 2-3 minutes, ‘Let’s Kick Racism Out Of Sport’ or ‘Multiculturalism in My playground’

3DB Holly, Liam

3/4L Nicholas, Phoebe

4P Bonnie-Marie, Tyler

Stage 3, 3 minutes, ‘What Comes After Saying Sorry’ or ‘Religions and Beliefs’

5M Jack, Sarah

5/6C Kira, Lachlan

5/6H Rory, Teya, Elouise.

These children will present their speeches on Wednesday at 11.30am. Woonona East children have always shown well developed skills in Public Speaking. All parents and friends are invited to attend this special event.   Mrs D’Arcangelo.

 

Happy, Healthy Harold

The Life Education Program will be with us again on 3^rd June. The cost is $6. Activities centre on healthy lifestyles and personal relationships. It is a fantastic program and always very popular with the children.

 

KB Parent Teacher Interviews

Mrs Marshall and Mrs Bell (due to their team-teaching arrangement) will begin their interviews for KB on 16^th June between 8:00 and 9:30 and from 1:00 to 3:30. Parents will receive a note today outlining these times and giving further information. Interview times for all other classes will be published in next week’s newsletter.

 

Stewart House Tattoos

On Wednesday, Thursday and Friday this week the SRC will be selling “Save Our Stewie” tattoos for $1 each. Children will be selling tattoos under the COLA before school and at recess. Be quick as only a limited number of tattoos are available. Thank you from the SRC.

 

MS Readathon

Families who would like to be involved in the year’s Readathon can access information online at www.msreadathon.org.au or call 1300 677 323 for more details. Once 20 students from our school have registered online for the MS Readathon, the school will receive a book pack for the library! It’s free to register online, just check with mum or dad first and then start reading and collecting your sponsors!!

 

Scooters, Skateboards and ‘Ripstiks’

For obvious safety reasons, scooters, skateboards and ‘Ripstiks’ are not to be ridden to and from school. Children riding bicycles must wear a safety helmet at all times. A copy of the school’s Bicycle Policy is available from the office on request.

 

The  Bounce Back! Resilience 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 five and six this term will be SUPPORT looking at family support, supporting and caring for animals, supporting people we don’t know, compassion and kindness.

At home you could talk about how your family supports the family pets or donates to charity or supports friends in times of need. Also, tell your child about a time when you needed support and who supported and how. Older children could discuss with you people in the news that need support (eg. bushfire victims) and what support they need.

 

Stage 2 Local Walk

This week 3DB, 3/4L and 4P will be going on a local walk as part of our HSIE unit on ‘Working Together’. We will specifically be looking at local facilities provided by council. The walk will be in school time and the children do not need to bring anything with them.

 

Band

Could all parents of band members please ensure that the children have their instruments and music at school on Tuesdays.

 

Regional Debating and Public Speaking Camp For Years 3-6.

The annual camp will be held from 19-20 August at Bateman’s Bay. The cost of the camp is $165.00. Further information is available from the office.

 

Uniform Shop

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

 

Fundraising News

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

 

Bush Regeneration Group

We will still be working on the tyre seat garden. Next week we will start laying newspaper and mulch as a weed mat!! We meet twice a week now: Monday 9-9.30am and Tuesday 9-9.30am. Meet at the flag pole and bring some gloves.

 

Kids Café

This week is Education Week. Parents are welcome on Wednesday morning to have morning tea with our children. The canteen needs donations of cakes and slices for this morning tea. If you can help, please drop off any donations at the canteen on Wednesday morning. Also we will be having a sausage sizzle available for $1.00. The canteen will be open at 10.30am for parents to avoid the 11.00 rush. Tea and coffee $1.00.

This weeks lunch special, pizza pocket meal deal, pizza pocket, fruit kebab and a orange or apple Just Juice popper $3.30.

The canteen NEEDS volunteers, our canteen is one of the best canteens on the South Coast and we need you to help keep it that way. Please if you can help dropa note at the office, with your name and phone number and what day you are available. It can be once a fortnight or once a month, dads and grandparents are also welcome.

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

 

Canteen Roster

Tues 09/6 – Lynn, Jane, Robyn, Suzanne

Wed 10/6 – Vacey, Ainsley

Thurs 11/6 – Kate, Anna

Fri 12/6 – Leanne, Joy, Jackie

Mon 15/6 – Carmen, Kylie

Tues 16/6 – Vimala , Kristy Lindy

Wed 17/6 – Nicole, Natarlie

Thurs 18/6 – 2 helpers needed

Fri 19/6 – Anne, Karen

Mon 22/6 – Kylie, Kristy

 

COMMUNITY NEWS

 

Wollongong TAFE

500 Hours of Free English tuition for newly arrived (in the last 6 years) migrants.

Phone Michelle Broad on 42290023

 

Do You Want To Lean A Musical Instrument?

I teach trumpet, clarinet and saxophone, suit beginners. $15.00 ½ hour lesson. Limited places available. Phone 4285 6717.

 

Northern Suburbs Outside School Hours Care

Northern Suburbs Out of Hours School Care (OSHC) are asking parents who are interested in having their children attend before school hour’s care at our OSHC service. If you are interested feel free to Contact Norther Suburbs on 4268 6520 and leave your details. This will assist us with the number of families interested in before school hour’s care.

Kind regards, Northern Suburbs Staff.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Upcoming Events

 

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

 

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.

 

District Cross Country

The district cross country carnival was held las t Friday. Congratulations to

Ben – 3^rd, 8/9 year boys.

Dane – 5^th, 8/9 year boys.

Olivia – 5^th, 10 year girls.

and Laura – 1^st, 12 year girls

who will go on to represent North Wollongong at the South Coast Carnival on June 12^th.

 

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.

 

Assembly Awards

Congratulations to the following student who received Assembly Awards last week.

KC – Dylan for showing a growing maturity in class.

 Ella for excellent presentation in all her work.

KBM – Kenoe for good listening and working well in groups.

Darcy for working well in maths.

K/1HG – Lily for excellent homework.

Jemma for being a well mannered student.

1B – Kyra for working without disturbing others.

Daniel for a more settled attitude at school.

1/2C – Bailey for participation in class discussions.

Zoe for excellent work in Reading Groups.

2D – Sarah for always listening and thinking and independent work.

Callum for increased concentration and improved participation in class.

2T – Issabella for always being kind and caring to her peers.

Jackson for being a polite, interested and cooperative class member.

3DB – Michael for being a settled and focused worker.

Tahnee for being helpful and encouraging to others.

3/4L – Kate for always trying hard in Maths Groups.

Nicholas for excellent effort in Story Writing.

4P – Sophie for always being willing to ‘have a go’.

Nathan for his excellent work in Reading Groups.

5M – Curtis for excellent contributions to class discussions.

Jack for improved attitude to classwork.

5/6C – Nikita for being an enthusiastic learner.

Louis for clever mathematical thinking.

5/6h – Samantha for conscientious effort in all tasks.

Harrison for conscientious effort in all tasks.

Captains’ Award – Cooper for playing well in the playground.

 

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 26/5 – Jo, 1 helper needed

Wed 27/5 – Toni, Doris

Thurs 28/5 – Elizabeth, Ainsley

Fri 29/5 – Kerrie, Toni, Michelle (12-2)

Mon 01/6 – Belinda, Linda

Tues 02/6 – Melanie, Kristen

Wed 03/6 – Vacey

Thurs 04/6 – Renaye, Vanessa

Fri 05/6 – Toni, Kristy

Mon 08/6 – Kylie, Linda

 

 

COMMUNITY NEWS

 

 

Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal

24^th May 2009

 

 

 

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Student Reports

 

Hello again everyone,

It will soon be time to receive student reports. This year we have made some small changes to the usual format. We will report on each Key Learning Area on a five point scale and within English and Mathematics each strand of these areas will also be reported on in this way. Teachers will be able to explain why your child was awarded a particular level when you visit the school for an interview. The majority of children will achieve level C which means that they are achieving at the expected level for their grade. 

 

A. Well above level expected	The student has an extensive understanding of the content and can readily apply this knowledge. The student has achieved a very high level of competence in the processes and skills and can apply these to new situations.
B. Above level expected	The student has a thorough understanding of the content and a high level of competence in the processes and skills. The student is able to apply this knowledge and these skills to most situations.
C. At level expected	The student has a sound knowledge and understanding of the main areas of content and has achieved an adequate level of competence in the processes and skills.
D. Developing towards level     expected	The student has a basic knowledge and understanding of the main areas of content and has achieved a basic level of competence in the processes and skills.
E. Below level expected	The student has an elementary knowledge and understanding in a few areas of the content and has achieved very limited competence in some of the processes and skills.

 

 

Sharyn Liddle

Principal

 

The  Bounce Back! Resilience 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 seven and eight will be CO-OPERATION exploring how we can co-operate with others and how co-operation can make our life easier. At home you could discuss what ways families co-operate with each other and ways families co-operate with the school, local community etc.

 

Environment Group

We will be laying newspaper and mulch as a weed mat in the tyre garden this week.  We’d love some extra hands to knock this job off!

Meet at 9am for ½ hr at the garden.  Thank you.

 

Voluntary Contributions.

Voluntary school contributions can still be paid before the end of Term 2. The cost is $25 for one child or $50 for two or more children. These funds are used to support the library and other school programs. All names go into a draw to win lunch at Lorenzo’s Restaurant, Keira Street, which will take place in the last week of term.

 

Northern Illawarra Aboriginal Education Consultative Group.

Date: Wednesday 17 June

Time: 3:45 pm

Venue: Keira High School

The Northern AECG welcomes all Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people to their meetings.

 

Parent-Teacher Interviews (Repeat)

Semester one reports will be sent home on Monday 29th June, however many of you will already know if you wish to meet with your child’s teacher. Listed below are the dates on which teachers are available for interviews. The children will bring home a sheet on which you can nominate a suitable time and you will then be advised of the exact time of your interview. If you have any questions, please see your child’s teacher. 5M parents who nominate to attend on Monday 29th June will receive their reports at the interview.

 

KB	16 June	8-9:30 1-3:30
KR	30 June 1 July 7 July	10:30-11:30 12:00-1:00 10:30-11:30 3:00-4:30
K/1H	30 June 6 July  7 July	12:00-1:00 3:10-4:30 3:10-4:30
1B	2 July 6 July	12:00-1:00 12:00-1:00 3:15-4:15
1/2C	6 July 7 July 9 July	3:00-4:30 2:00-4:30 11:30-12:20
2T	6 July 7 July 9 July	12:00-1:00 2:00-3:00 3:00-4:30
2D	6 July   7 July 8 July     9 July	8:15-8:40 3:15-4:00 3:15-4:00 8:15-8:40 12:00-1:40 3:15-4:00 8:15-8:40
3DB	1 July	8:00-9:45 3:15-4:30
3/4L	Mrs Lindley has completed her interviews. Should you wish to meet with Ms Clarkson after receiving your child’s report please contact Ms Clarkson directly.
4P	30 June   6 July	9:30-10:20 3:15-4:30 8:00-9:00
5M	29 June 30 June 6 July 7 July	10:00-11:00 12:00-1:00 10:00-11:00 12:00-1:00
5/6C	2 July 7 July	3:15-5:30 3:15-5:30
5/6H	1 July 6 July	1:00-4:00 1:00-4:00

 

Congratulations to the following students who received assembly awards at last weeks assembly.

KBM – Kaia for consistent effort and great story writing.

KBM – Jeremy for great work in reading and writing.

KHC – Zane for a bright, inquisitive mind – always asking questions.

KHC – Thomas for good work in reading.

K/1H – Jayden for excellent knowledge of his sounds.

K/1H – Brandon for a great effort in story writing.

1B – Grant for great progress in all areas.

1B – Ellie for trying to listen carefully and complete all her work.

1/2C – Elizabeth for improvement in reading.

1/2C – Athena for confident presentation of her news on sharks.

2D – Madison for excellent effort in all areas.

2D – Zac for a big effort in handwriting.

2T – Joshua for his positive attitude and cooperation in class.

2T – Jasmine for completing class tasks with speed and enthusiasm.

3DB – Tess for participating in our mock elections.

3DB – Molly for participating in our mock elections.

3/4L – Sanna for helping Ms Clarkson learn the class routine.

3/4L – Joel for helping Ms Clarkson learn the class routine.

4P – Zakkery for being a quiet and settled worker at all times.

4P – Erin for always aiming to do her best.

5M – Jason for enthusiastic presentation of his science project.

5M – Matthew for showing great interest in all of the science projects.

5/6C – Kira for great story writing

5/6C – Ashley for enthusiastic creative writer.

5/6H – Rory for excellent play narration.

5/6H – Kirra for excellent effort in drama.

 

Kids Café

This weeks special toasted chicken, cheese and avocardo melt $2.50.

Canteen committee meeting tomorrow, Tuesday 2pm outside office.  This is to decide what days to close next term.  If you would like to volunteer at Kids Café, please call Toni on 0405 434 220.

This Friday WON’T be PIZZA DAY, it will be next week 26^th June.  Pizza orders only on this day.

Slushie machine will be turned off for the rest of the term at the end of the week, it is getting too cold for children to be walking around with slushie’s.

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

Canteen Roster

Tues 16/6 – Vimala, Kristy, Lindi

Wed 17/6 – Nicole, Natarlie M

Thurs 18/6 – 2 helpers needed

Fri 19/6 – Anne, Karen

Mon 22/6 – Kylie, Kristy  

Tues 23/6 – Jo, 1 helper needed

Wed 24/6 – Toni, Doris

Thurs 25/6 – Elizabeth, Ainsley

Fri 26/6 – Kerrie, Toni, Michelle

Mon 29/6 – Belinda, Cindy

Tues 30/6 – Melanie, Kristen

Wed 01/7 – Leasa, Joanne

Thurs 02/7 – Renaye, Vanessa

Fri 03/7 – Toni, Kristy

Mon 06/7 – Kylie, Kristy

 

COMMUNITY NEWS

 

 

Wollongong Family Relationships Centre

Supporting Children After Separation

Contact Yvette Nielsen 42201119

 

Monoxide’s Half High Circus

Classes are back in town. All classes are held in our new warehouse in Fairy Meadow.

Unit 3, 63-75 Jardine Street, Fairy Meadow 4285 0701.

Ages 2 to adults. Acrobatics, juggling, trapeze, aerial skills, stilt walking, unicycling, human pyramids and more. For further information about weekly classes or outreach programs please contact: info@circusmonoxide.com.au

29^th  June            Student reports to

                                     Parents

3^rd  July               Athletics Carnival

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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