Mila

Term 1 Week 6

Principal: Nishka Green

Term 2 Week 4 2019 Dates for your diary

Thursday 23 May Tuggerah Lakes Zone Cross Country

Selected students

Tuesday 28 May PSSA Netball Gala Day

Selected students

Tuesday 28 May AFL Gala Day Selected students

Wednesday 29 May BVC GATs Exam Yr 6 students

Thursday 30 May Athletics Carnival Mingara

All students

Friday 31 May Assemblies Yrs 3, 4, 5 & 6 11.30am Kindy, 1 & 2 12.50pm

Friday 14 June Assemblies Yrs 3, 4, 5 & 6 11.30am Kindy, 1 & 2 12.50pm

Friday 21 June Sydney North Cross Country

Gosford Selected students

Friday 28 June Assemblies Yrs 3, 4, 5 & 6 11.30am Kindy, 1 & 2 12.50pm

Thursday 4 July NAIDOC Day All students

Friday 5 July Last day of Term 2

Tuesday 23 July Term 3 commences for all students

Friday 26 July Sydney North Cross Country

Selected students

Tues 6 Aug – Frid 9 August

Book Fair Week Library

Tuesday 27 August Leadership Conference

Selected Yr 6 students

Wednesday 28 August Koori Games Yr 6

Friday 27 September Last day of Term 3

Monday 14 October Term 4 commences for all students

Chittaway Rd, Chittaway Bay 2261 Phone: 4388 2188 email: chittaway-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au website: www.chittaway-p.schools.nsw.edu.au

SCHOOL, HOME & COMMUNITY – PARTNERS IN LEARNING Valuing excellence in education & people who are nice to know

Safe Responsible Respectful Engaged

Busy Busy The school continues to be a busy place at this time of year. Teachers are busy completing reports on top of day to day operations and ongoing teaching and learning cycles. Students in Year 3 and 5 are completing NAPLAN online and sporting teams are playing in a variety of gala or state knockout competitions. Good luck to boys’ and girls’ soccer for next Monday, girls netball for next Tuesday, boys AFL next Tuesday and the softball team this Friday. There are some works being conducted in B and C block with painting of all classrooms, as well as replacement of the cabinetry in two of the rooms. Please be advised that there will be no school banking next week. Thanks for your understanding of this. Athletics carnival is next Thursday, May 30. These days are always a great day out and terrific community events. If you have a sausage sizzle order, please get that back to school as soon as possible and by Monday May 27. I would also like to inform Year 5 and 6 students’ parents that we will be holding a cyber safety session with all of Stage 3. Mrs Kerie Wells, Youth Liaison Officer from the police, will conduct this on Friday May 31. These sessions are very informative and give students some really valid and current information about the use of social media and online activity. Helping your Child We often get asked how you as parents can help your child at home. I thought I would share some Department of Education (DoE) resources on this. I also note that in some school evaluation feedback sought in the past two years, parents had requested more information on this to be communicated. We are always looking at ways we can enhance communication. Look out on Facebook from time to time for some additional communications that will provide updates on school. We have one planned shortly about our lunch and recess options to share with families. I thought I would share a few tips in the next few newsletters, starting with learning to read. Reading is the foundation for learning across the curriculum and will help your child learn in all areas at school. One of the best things parents can do for their child’s literacy development is read to them often and from an early age. When your child sees you value reading, it will model to them that reading and writing is important and that they are useful skills. There is a lot of evidence that reading and literacy skills in general are more important than ever, especially in a world that is ever changing. There are changes in employment and the jobs our students may have in the future, currently do not exist. Here are some tips that you can use in helping your child read at home:

Be confident that your child will learn to read. Give positive messages and involve them in everyday conversations and opportunities to read.

Read aloud to your child. It helps them to learn about the language of books and will encourage them to enjoy books and reading.

Make reading enjoyable and talk about books, magazines and computer stories that you have read together.

Try not to let television intrude on reading time. Make a special time for reading with your child, away from interruptions.

Listen to your child read as often as you can, every day if possible, even if only for a short time. Give books in print or electronic form as treats and presents.

The DoE has reference material that you can access, such as an A-Z of terms that your child will learn over the course of their education journey. See the link below: https://education.nsw.gov.au/public-schools/practical-help-for-parents-and-carers/learning-resources/english/english-a-to-z Experiences of Parenting survey We have been asked by The Parenting and Family Support Centre at the University of Queensland to support some research being conducted about parenting. This is being sought from all public schools and others schools nationally. The research asks ‘Are You A Parent of a Child Aged 2 to 12?’ The Parenting and Family Support Centre at the University of Queensland is conducting research into parents’ opinions about parenting and parenting

programs. If you have a child between 2 and 12 years, we would love to hear your views on parenting and the services that are available to you as a parent. You will need to complete a short survey. To find out more or to participate please visit https://exp.psy.uq.edu.au/parenting Walk Safely to School Day Walk safely to school day was well received last Friday. It was great to meet many students and families at our two locations and join together to ‘walk safely to school’. Of course students and families are encouraged to do so on any day to support healthy lifestyle choices. Thanks I want to acknowledge the hard work of the P&C who have organised a variety of fundraising events already this year. Members have been here almost daily, working on things and getting arrangements in place so that events run smoothly. A special thank you to Deb S and Vanessa D for this over the whole of 2019. I would like to also thank Michael O for a second generous donation for the Election Day BBQ. He has donated the sausages at both our Bunnings BBQ and the Election Day BBQ. It is greatly appreciated. Finally, thanks to the community for supporting our school by offering to help on the day and bringing in goodies for our cake stall. We are all lucky to be part of a cohesive school community at Chittaway Bay. Have a wonderful week of learning Chittaway. Nish Green Principal

Merit Awards Congratulations to the following students who received a Merit Award for weeks 1-3:

Mia KP, Billi KP, Cooper KP, Kyidan KP, Ava KP, Ayden KP, Zeke 3/4C, Jack 3/4C, Lily 3/4C, Sofia 3/4C,Matthew 3/4C, Rhiana 3/4C, Cleo 5/6I, Blake 5/6I, Olive 5/6I, Brenden 5/6I, Jett 5/6I, Nadiah 1/2S, Lea 1/2S, Jackson 1/2S, Marleigh 1/2S, Indianna 1/2S, Jacob 1/2S, Abigail 5/6I, Mikayla 3/4R, Jackson 3/4R, Lachlan 3/4R, Lars 3/4R, Bradley 3/4R, Charli 3/4R, Lucas KD, Thomas KD, Charlotte KD, Ellie KD, Callie KD, Eva K/1G, Phoenix K/1G, Ariella K/1G, Mason K/1G, Max 1/2E, Olive r1/2E, Kayley 1/2E, Haylen 1/2E, Ruby K/6M, Lewis K/6M, Marley 5/6K, Charon 5/6K, Lauren 5/6K, Oliver 5/6K, Mason 1/2M, Emily 1/2M, Layla 1/2M, Piper 1/2M, Izack 2/6C, Zavier 2/6C, Khoda 2/6C, Zoe 2/6C, Lachlan 5/6G, Shayla 5/6G, Amelie 5/6G, Izzac 5/6G, Jessica 3/4W, Thomas 3/4W, Joshua 3/4W, Miles 3/4W, Cody 3/4W, Abigail 3/4W, Khidyn 3/4S, Aeryn 3/4S, Lexie 3/4S, Max 3/4S, Skye 3/4s, Paige 3/4S, Annabelle 2/3H, Tilly 2/3H, Paitien 2/3H, Harvey 2/3H, William 2/3H, Sienna 2/3H, Kaide K/6P, Sam K/6P

P&C News Thursday 30 May Athletics Carnival at Mingara. P&C will be holding a sausage sizzle $2.50 each Saturday 2 Nov Spring Fair The P&C will be running ‘buy a paver’ again to complete the path from the front gate to the Community Room. Forms have been sent home if you are interested in purchasing an engraved paver for your family or child. Please return forms and money (cash or cheque only) to the office by Wednesday 5 June.

Phone: 4388 2188 Email: chittaway-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Volunteer and Visitor Policy

Privacy and Confidentiality As helpers in the school, there may be times when private and confidential information is open to observation. It may be that volunteers and visitors are required to record information relating to students’ progress for example, or asked to help with an individual learning program. Volunteers and Visitors will observe a variety of behaviour and the range of learning abilities within the class. All information volunteers and visitors are privy to as a result of being in a classroom and/or the wider school, must be kept in the strictest confidence. Volunteers and Visitors cannot share information about children with other parents, neighbours or friends. If confidentiality issues are compromised, there may well be legal implications arising from such a breach. Privacy legislation and confidentiality in the school setting are very serious matters that cannot be stressed too often.

Organisational procedures

All volunteers and visitors must undertake a safety induction when first entering the school.

All volunteers and visitors must sign in and out at the office as they enter and leave the school.

A Volunteer/Visitor Pass must be worn at all times.

Activities must take place under the direct supervision of the teacher.

All matters or concerns regarding the behavior of a student must be reported to and dealt with by the student’s teacher.

Refer questions from others regarding a student’s progress to the teacher.

If volunteers and visitors are unable to attend at the negotiated time please let the classroom teacher know either by phone or a note via your child.

Code of Conduct Parents, volunteers and visitors who enter onto any public school premises do so in the knowledge that the school community and the Department of Education expect them to conduct themselves in an appropriate manner in line with the department’s Code of Conduct Policy. Parents, visitors and volunteers are expected to:

Be a role model for all students.

Follow appropriate safety procedures to protect themselves and others.

Speak in a kind and friendly way to all.

If a parent on school grounds believes there is an issue with another student, they must not approach that child, but refer their concerns to their child’s teacher or Assistant Principal.

Report all emergencies, injuries and safety concerns to the office.

Work under the professional direction of staff, following school policies

Maintain confidentiality

Refrain from smoking in the school grounds.

Proceed to the back oval should there be an evacuation emergency in the school (indicated by 6 bells being rung, 10 second pause, 6 more bells). On arriving at the back playground please report to Mr Green or Mrs Thoseby.

School Community Charter The School Community Charter outlines the responsibilities of parents, carers, educators and school staff in NSW public schools to ensure our learning environments are collaborative, supportive and cohesive. This is attached

Working with Children Check. Parents or relatives of students in our school are required to complete an Appendix 5 form and provide sufficient points of identification. Other workers, voluntary or paid who deal directly with children in NSW have to complete a Working with Children Check and an Appendix 11 form for submission to the Department of Education for screening purposes. Contractors who do not work directly with children must complete an Appendix 5 form and provide sufficient ID.

School App Communication is an important part of any school and helps with the smooth running and organisation for both families and the school. Our school has a school app which can be downloaded onto your phone. Chittaway Bay Public School Skoolbag App is for parents and the school community. Download this App to be kept up to date with everything that is happening at CBPS. It features Events, News, Newsletters, Documents, and push notification alerts direct from the School.

Canteen Online ordering

The canteen now has online ordering. Just go to flexischools.com.au to register to begin ordering online.

Canteen Roster

Term 2 - Week 2 & 3

Wed 22/05: K Donnelly, S Reynolds Thurs 23/05: K Donnelly, W Hawkins Friday 24/05: K Donnelly, W Hawkins, A Hancock, N Hillier

Monday - Closed

Tues 28/05: K Donnelly Wed 29/05: K Donnelly, B Carson Thurs 30/05: K Donnelly, A Hancock, W Hawkins Fri 31/05: K Donnelly, W Hawkins, K Mason, N Hillier

Monday - Closed

Tues 4/06: K Donnelly, J Kelly

Please phone Karen Donnelly on the Canteen mobile phone - 0421 016 640

Closed in shoes must be worn at all times in the canteen. Thongs and sandals are not allowed due to Health and Safety regulations. The Uniform Shop Open Fridays at 8.45 – 9.30am (school term only) In the community room – Lay-bys available Orders and money, marked “Uniform Shop” may be placed in the box in the Office.

Our uniform is black shoes, no coloured laces etc, please. School Banking School Banking day is Wednesday. Each week you need to hand your bank book to your teacher for collection. If you are interested in opening a Commonwealth Bank Youthsaver account for your child you can visit commbank.com.au/schoolbanking and click on the link to open a Youthsaver account. Bookclub Book Club provides a fun & convenient way of bring the best in children’s literature into your home. When ordering from Book Club, you are not only helping our children, but you are also helping your school – 20% goes back to your school in Scholastic rewards which are used to buy library/teaching resources.

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Personal and Professional Service, All Accounting, Taxation and Business Requirements for Individuals,

Partnerships, Trusts, Companies and Superannuation Funds.

After Hours Appointments Available

Contact Russell on Ph 4355 4898/ 0422 953 779

Email: russell@rjstimson.com.au

Jo-Anne Whitelaw Piano – Keyboard Teacher 0418 387 391

The lessons cost $18 per lesson, with a small discount for siblings, and run for 45 mins per lesson. Keyboards will be provided for the lessons, and there will be a fee for the books used in the lessons. If you are interested in your child taking part in these lessons, please notify the school office.

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