Thursday 19th September 2017 PRINCIPAL GREEN’S PARAGRAPHS It’s hard to believe that it is Term 3, Week 10 already. It has been a busy term with a lot of events taking place. Public Speaking Over the past few weeks, all classes have been involved in presenting their speeches as part of a public speaking competition. Our students did an amazing job in writing and delivering their speeches in front of their classes. The stage finals are taking place this week where students will be selected to represent Ambarvale Public School at the Ultimo Public Speaking competition. Good luck and congratulations to all students who have been selected to represent their class. Zone and Regional Athletics In Week 8 a large number of Ambarvale Public School students represented our school at the Campbelltown Zone Athletics Carnival. Our students did an amazing job and displayed the Ambarvale All Star attitude. It was great to see so many students doing their best to compete against students from other schools in a range of events.

Week 10 Congratulations to Seni Toroca, Milica Rudic and Xavier Mataipule who represented the Campbelltown Zone in the Regional Athletics Carnival last week. Jake Jones was also selected, however was too sick on the day. All students should be very proud of their achievements on being selected to represent the school and the Campbelltown Zone. Debating Our Stage 3 debating team had their first official debate last week against Thomas Acres PS. Kaiden Bantin, Grant Sunners, Amarah John and Ysabelle Ocampo represented our school with great pride. It was a very close debate and all students should be extremely proud of their efforts.

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Have a great holiday! I would like to wish everybody a happy and safe holiday period. I hope you all enjoy the break before we move into a busy Term 4. It is important to us here at Ambarvale PS that all of our students return to us after the holidays injury free. Please ensure that students are being supervised during the break and that they are wearing helmets when riding around the streets. Please remind your children to look both ways before crossing the road and not to talk to strangers. Have a great holiday. Until next time, Mrs K Green

ASSEMBLY ROSTER – TERM 2

PBL Focus

Term 3 has been a busy term with lots of social skills lessons and Rock and Water lessons taking place in classrooms and with Mr Fowell. We have continued to evaluate and adjust our playground rules and routines in order to provide a safe environment and support students to interact positively. We are proud to share the following data and the positive impact that PBL is having across the school.

- Since the changes were made to the morning duty routine, there has been a 64% reduction in morning incidents - Since the introduction of referee duty and other playground initiatives at recess and lunch, playground incidents have reduced by 33% - After ongoing social skills lessons and the creation of "Respectful League", classroom incidents have reduced by 43% Thank you for your continued support in helping our students display Ambarvale All Star behaviour everyday. GOT IT You would have seen a team of professionals from the Got It! Program at school last Tuesday. They will also be attending the P&C meeting tonight to present some information about the program. We would love to see as many K-2 Parents there as possible as the targeted program is for students aged 5-8 years old. This is a fantastic opportunity for students, families and our school. KINDERGARTEN ORIENTATION Letters are being sent out to all students who have enrolled for Kindergarten 2018. It is highly important that children and a parent/ carer attend each of the orientation sessions. The dates are: Thursday 26th October 9:30 - 10:30am Thursday 2nd November 9:30 - 10:30am Thursday 9th November 9:30 - 10:30am Thursday 16th November 10:00 - 11:00am We also encourage attendance at the Community Links transition group each Monday morning from 9:15 - 11:00am. This is a FREE program that helps students prepare for school. It is held in the community room.

Date

Time Lead by Details

Monday 16th Oct (Week 2)

2.00pm

3-4R Ms West

Class Awards

Monday 30th Oct (Week 4)

2.00pm

3-4F Mrs Fenn

Class Awards

Monday 13th Nov (Week 6)

2.00pm

1-2C Mrs Cummins

Class Awards

Monday 27th Nov (Week 8)

2.00pm

School Leaders

Bronze, Silver, Gold & Platinum Awards

Monday 11th Dec (Week 10)

Presentation Day Assembly

STAGE ONE WRITING SHOWCASE Tomorrow Wednesday 20th September at 2:30pm in the School Hall. Come along and see all the great work that 1B, 1/2C, 2W and 2/3G have been doing this term in Science and in Writing. Afternoon tea will be provided for parents who attend. STAGE 2 CAMP Where: Wedderburn Christian Campsite. Dates: Monday 6th November to Tuesday 7th November 2017 (Term 4, Week 5). Travel: By bus. Cost: $120. This includes one night and two days accommodation, meals, activities and bus to and from the venue. *Please note: The final instalment was due Friday 15th September.

Please pay any outstanding instalments to the office as soon as possible. Payments that miss the due dates may result in students being ineligible to attend the camp.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Mrs Gower or the office. We look forward to this exciting event with our Stage 2 students. STAGE 3 CAMP Where: Great Aussie Bush Camp, Tea Gardens. Dates: Wednesday 15th until Friday 17th November 2017 (Term 4, Week 6). Travel: By bus. Cost: $270. This includes two night and three days accommodation, meals, activities and bus to and from the venue. *Please note: The final instalment is due tomorrow Wednesday 20th September. Please pay any outstanding instalments to the office as soon as possible. Payments that miss the due dates may result in students being ineligible to attend the camp.

WINTER GALA DAYS The Gala Days for Term 2 and 3 are now over. Congratulations to all students involved. All team coaches commend their teams for all-star behaviour through the four Gala Days. Other schools have also commended Ambarvale Public School students on their sportsmanship. It was amazing to see all students running around and enjoying themselves. Thank you to all Stage 2 and 3 teachers for your coaching and flexibility on these days.

WOOLWORTHS EARN AND LEARN Today is the last day of the Woolworths Earn & Learn promotion. Students can continue to bring the stickers to the office until the end of term. Thank you to everybody that brought in stickers to help our school.

ATTENDANCE REWARD DAY CRITERIA Children attending Attendance Reward Day have:

• 100% attendance (special treatment on the day).

• Had only 3 days off and have brought in absence notes for being away within 7 days. Please note student absences are exempt if they have brought in a medical certificate to justify their days off.

• Had 6 or less partial absences unless justified, ie speech pathology.

Children not attending Attendance Reward Day have:

• More than 3 days off. • Have not brought in an absence

note/verbal for being away. • Have not returned their absent note within

7 days. • Had 7 or more partials absences*

*Please note late arrivals and early leavers will be marked as a partial absence. Students arriving after 9.10am will be marked as partially absent.

AWARDS

Bronze Award Winners KB - Zahra Paea, Bella Woods, Cody Tukaki-Johnson, Chloe Mouglalis, Corbin Williams. KR - Ariana Jones, Izaiah Brewer, Marissa Rogers, Kahla Tavae. 3/4F - Jaxon Hopkins, Karthik Sunder Raj. 3/4H - Nathan Flanagan. K/2T - Samuel Yassine. Silver Award Winners 1B - Lesta Solomua. 1/2C - Remuz Maraeara Ruatoe. 2/3G - Hope Maili, Lusila Tupola. 3/4F - Ian Morcilla. K/2T - Joshua Gordon. 3/6H - Dylan Luu. Gold Award Winners 1B - Zofia Celin. 2W - Sienna Scicluna, Ambar Durrant. 3/4R - Ryan Woods. 2/6G - Breanna Call, Felicity Murphy. Aussie of the Month An AUSSIE OF THE MONTH is someone who: Consistently obeys the school rules. Is helpful to students and teachers. Is caring to other class and school members. Is a good friend. Always gives their best and tries hard to improve. Displays a wonderful attitude to school.

The ‘Aussies of the Month’ for August are:

Infants - Moana Mauigoa 2/3G Primary - Tiana Toroca 2/3G

Congratulations to these worthy recipients!

The ‘Aussies of the Month’ for September are:

Infants - Destini Fowler 3/6G

Primary - Maisi Singh Dhaliwal 5/6N

Congratulations to these worthy recipients!

FROM THE PASTORAL CARERS DESK Wow, Term 3 is almost over and we have seen many encouraging achievements and positive outcomes through extra programs, events and activities at Ambarvale Public School. “Education Week” was recognised earlier this term throughout NSW. It was a great opportunity to celebrate the success of school communities, and acknowledge the important contribution schools make to our society. At Ambarvale, the dedicated staff continue to support our boys and girls all year with genuine commitment and energy.

They are providing wonderful opportunities in education and personal development. Recently, I have talked with an increased number of people about feeling stressed and worried, and it is true to say that there are times when we all feel this way!

Anxiety is considered a natural reaction. It seems many people can experience a heightened nervousness about various situations and life in general, but for some people anxious thoughts, feelings, or physical symptoms can become so severe and upsetting that they interfere with their ability to go about their daily lives. Sometimes simple changes to lifestyle can help lower stress and anxiety. Regular exercise, lowering alcohol and caffeine, enjoying activities and interests, improving time management skills, meditation and relaxation time, and adequate sleep can all help to lower anxiety. However, if anxiety is affecting a person’s work, school, home life or relationships then professional assistance from a doctor or psychologist should be considered. The School Counsellor could be helpful.

I hope everyone has a safe, happy and restful holiday, as we ready ourselves for a busy Term 4. Next term I will be at Ambarvale on Friday only.

If I can be of any assistance please do not hesitate to contact me.

Until next time, cheers. Rob Hodgson JP

TERM 4

Month

Week

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Weekend

Oct 1

9 Student’s return

10

11

12

13

Oct

2

16 3-4R Assembly

17

18

19

20

Oct

3

23

24

25

26 Kinder Orientation 9:30 - 10:30

27 Gala Day

Oct/ Nov

4

30 3-4F Assembly

31

1

2 Kinder Orientation 9:30 - 10:30

3

Nov

5

6 Stage 2 Camp Wedderburn

7 Stage 2 Camp Wedderburn

9 Kinder Orientation 9:30 - 10:30

10 Gala Day

11th Remembrance Day

Nov

6

13 1-2C Assembly

14

15 Stage 3 camp The Great Aussie Bush Camp

16 Stage 3 camp The Great Aussie Bush Camp Kinder Orientation

17 Stage 3 camp The Great Aussie Bush Camp

Nov

7

20

21

22

23

24

Nov/ Dec

8

27 Captains Assembly

28

29

30

1

Dec

9

4

5 Support Unit Rosehill Christmas Party

7

8

Dec

10

11 Presentation day

12 Year 6 Farewell (Phillip Room)

13

14 Christmas Concert

15 Last day of Term for students

Dec

11

18 Staff Development Day

19 Staff Development Day