Warragamba Public School

Keeping in Touch – Term 2 Week 9

28 June 2019

Thursday 30 April 2015

Thursday 2 April 2015

Principals Message As we head towards the school holiday break I would like to congratulate the students and staff on a wonderful term. There have been many great achievements and many great things happening here at Warragamba PS. As a staff we are very proud of our students and see daily milestones met and new learning happening in every classroom. I want to say a big thank you to all of my staff who work so hard each and every day to provide our students with the best possible opportunities for learning. I would like to wish everyone a safe and enjoyable break and we look forward to seeing you all back for Term 3.

Congratulations to Jared D of class 1/2B for winning the raffle. There were many students, and staff, willing to share in his victory. Enjoy!!!!!!!!! Congratulations to our Rugby League KO team who went along to the Gala Day at Eschol Park in Week 7. Well Done

Congratulations to our Netball Schools Cup Teams who went and played in their Gala Day on the 12 June 2019. They had a very successful day which now sees our Snr Team move on to the next level where they go and play at the Netball Central in Homebush. Well Done Congratulations to Izabel B who represented the razorback Zone at the Regional Cross Country Carnival where she came 13th out of 96 runners!!! Amazing. Well Done

We have also been getting tyres delivered for our NAIDOC activity next week. The last delivery arrived last week and 5/6P students helped Mr Steinweiss place the tyres down around the garden. We are still looking at

getting a few more to complete the area.

Last week our staff undertook their first of four twilight sessions of professional learning. The staff worked really hard and there was a lot of professional discussion about the teaching of reading at our school and the ways in which we are addressing individual needs.

Canteen This is just some information regarding the canteen. The canteen will not be open on the first Wednesday (24.07.19) back in T3. It will reopen on Thursday 25 July 2019.

Trees We have recently received our tree report back following our annual assessment. The actions required will be carried out in the first and second week of the school holidays. Unfortunately the big tree at the back of the hall must be removed as it has been identified as high risk, and then a new tree will be planted in its place. Further inspection by council is required for the other big tree down in South Playground. I have sent through a request to council and will keep you informed of our progress. We will keep it fenced off until council have been out and advised us of next steps. Thank you Thank you to two of our ex-students who assisted Mrs Johns with locating some lost money in Third Street. Mrs Johns was looking for $20.00 that had been dropped by a student on her way to school. Joshua S & Tyron L happened to be on their bikes at the time and stopped to assist. They rode their bikes up the road and found the money and brought it back to Mrs Johns. Thank you from us. Mrs Johns very much appreciated the help.

Food Containers

Please be mindful of the type of food containers that are coming to school. We have recently had a glass drink bottle smash in the playground and last week we found a glass food container sitting in the COLA where students play. This is a safety concern so we are just asking everyone to be aware and please only send containers that are safe for the playground. Tins of tuna can also be a concern because of the sharp edges once the lid is opened.

Whiteboard Markers

As we are coming up to the end of the first semester some of the student supplies that you provided for your child at the beginning of the year are running out. If possible can you please check your child's supplies over the holidays and restock if possible. We are also very appreciative of any whiteboard marker donations to classrooms as we use so many of these on a daily basis.

Thank you

Principal’s Merit Award

Learning Rule – Most Improved for Semester 1

KD – Alia A 3C – Xavier R KE – Jax M 4M – Jim J K/1K – Zoey V 4C – Johnnie L 1E – Noah B 5/6C – Cooper M 1D – Rowdy F 5/6M – James M 1/2B – Bailee H 5/6P – Angela R 2A – Liliana R Miss Foster Music – Troy C 2C – Bentley M Mrs Bogart’s Maths Group – Charlotte R 3M – Rayna K Mrs Fyffe’s Maths Group – Jade D Mrs Gerrie – Tenielle S

What has been happening in Stage 2?

I have been extremely lucky to see many students these past few weeks. I enjoy them coming to visit me and showing me the great work they are doing in class.

Students in 3C have been trying really hard to improve their handwriting skills. They should all be extremely proud of the work they have produced. Well done, 3C!

Mrs Merrick sent students from 4M to see me who have demonstrated improvement in their spelling activities. They have been working on contractions as well as making sure they use the right word to show different tense. Great job, 4M

Students from 4C have been working on writing persuasive texts. These students were selected to show Mrs Shepherd their great writing. Lily also got to show Miss Foster her writing because her writing topic was, All students should learn how to play a musical instrument. Miss Foster was very impressed with her persuasive text. Fantastic work, 4C!

We hope to see Mr Meani back at school next week. He has been home resting his ankle after a soccer injury! I am sure Mr Meani will send some students to see me next week with some great work!

Stage 2 Reminders.

Wooglemai – The final payment for Wooglemai is due next Wednesday 3 July 2018. Please make sure that all payments have been made by this date. If you are having issues making that payment, please contact the school office to discuss this and make arrangements.

Mrs Cleary

Working hard and having fun in K, 1, 2!

Stage 1 have been learning about Safari Animals. Students have been researching for and

presenting their projects on any animal. Congratulations Stage 1…we have been learning some

amazing animal facts and watching some superstar project presentations!!!

Stage 3 News!!! We have had a very busy time in Stage 3 this term. In Week 3, Year 5’s sat Naplan and were incredibly organised and

well-prepared.

We have had Zone and Regional Cross Country, where our stage 3 students represented Warragamba school proudly.

Congratulations to Koby C for being selected in the Regional Rugby League team. He is currently playing in the State

Carnival in St Mary’s.

Gala days have been a lot of fun. The Stage 2 and 3 students have competed in Netball, Soccer and AFL. The students

have been having a brilliant time and should be commended on their efforts, sportsmanship and behaviour.

Some Stage 3 students have been competing in the Debating competition. Good luck for next week’s debate.

Miss Foster, the Ukelele Group and Senior Choir students have been working incredibly hard. We can’t wait to see you

all perform. Well done to the Senior Dance group for being selected to perform.

We also have a number of Stage 3 students competing in the Orienteering Competition next Wednesday.

Mr Bruny’s class hosted an incredibly funny assembly last Friday. We all enjoyed it! Well done 5/6M. It is 5/6P’s turn on

Friday Week 10. 5/6C and Miss Clarke have been working on some brilliant artwork. 5/6P and Mrs Patterson have been

incorporating Reading Circles into our reading program.

Just a reminder for all Stage 3 students that Chocolate money was due quite a few weeks ago. We would appreciate it if

all money could be returned before the end of the term.

Another reminder that the deposit was due for Great Aussie Bushcamp. More notes and organisation will go home early

Term 3.

And finally, an update on Year 6 Shirts. Hopefully, we will have them to start Term 3. Fingers Crossed.

Many thanks for a great term. We value your continual support.

Mrs Patterson, Miss Clarke and Mr Bruny.

Please see below for events already on our calendar for 2019. This will give you an idea of when things are scheduled, however please check each newsletter for updated events and dates in case of changes.

Date Event

28.06.19 Winter Gala Day 3

01.07.19 Phil Geia – Aboriginal Performer – NAIDOC Week school activity

P&C Meeting @ 2 pm

03.07.19 Debating @ Warra

Orienteering – Mrs Barlow attending with students

05.07.19 100 Days of Learning Celebration

Last day T2

22.07.19 SDD (Term 3)

23.07.19 Students return T3

24.07.19 Spelling Bee Finals

31.07.19 Kindergarten Farm Excursion

02.08.19 Athletics carnival – Field Events

06.08.19 PVPAF Final Rehearsal & Performance Evening

07.08.19 Education Week Open Day & Book Character Parade

09.08.19 Athletics carnival – Track Events

13.08.19 Netball Schools Cup Final

15.08.19-16.08.19 Yr 3 Zoo SnooZ

23.08.19 Summer Gala Day 1

29.08.19 Zone Athletics

30.08.19 Zone Athletics

06.09.19 Summer Gala Day 2

11.09.19-13.09.19 Yr 4 Wooglemai Camp

13.09.18 SSW Athletics

16.09.19-19.09.19 School Dentist

17.09.19 Kinder 2020 Information Night

19.09.19 Opera Australia Performance

20.09.19 Summer Gala Day 3

27.09.19 Last day T3

14.10.19 Students return for Term 4

Sun 20.10.19 Dam Fest – All performance groups

21.10.19-25.10.19 Kinder 2020 Interviews

28.10.19 - 8.11.19 Swim Scheme

06.11.19 Kinder Orientation

13.11.19 Kinder Orientation

13.11.19-15.11.19 Stage 3 Camp

20.11.19 Kinder Orientation

11.12.19 Proposed Presentation Day TBC

12.12.19 Proposed Yr 6 Farewell TBC

17.12.19 Proposed Yr 6 Graduation & Arch TBC

Please note if there is a need to change a date we will let you know through the newsletter/skoolbag.

A message from Mrs Merrick If anyone has any old or scrap pieces of wool, yarn or string that they would be able to donate to Mrs Merrick for PIPS it would be much appreciated.

A message from Mrs Casey Donations of empty paper towel rolls (not toilet rolls) would be much appreciated for Infants PIPS.

PVPAF Choir Rehearsal

On Wednesday our snr choir and our Ukulele group went along to Surveyors Creek PS for their second rehearsal. Miss Foster was very impressed with our students both for their behaviour and their performances. I believe that a teacher from another school was heard commenting about how talented our students are. So proud of our school!!!! Thank you Miss Foster for all of your hard work in preparing our students for their performances. Looking forward to the event on the 6 August 2019.

Gentle Reminder Should your child be unwell and unable to attend an Excursion, Choir event or Sport Gala Day… please contact the School early and let us know? This will save multiple calls by us to check whether students are attending and possible late arrivals to events. Thank you.

Parental Online Payments Paying Online is Easy Parents can make online payments to the school for amounts owing for students via a secure payment page hosted by Westpac. Payments can be made using either a Visa or MasterCard credit or debit card.

To make a payment

Go to the Schools Website - warragamba-p.schools.nsw.gov.au (NOT THE SKOOLBAG APP) and select – MAKE A PAYMENT (top of page).

Enter the students given and surname.

Enter Class or Year

Enter Date of Birth

Please note that student registration number and reference number is not required.

Click on Next Section

Enter Your Name

Contact Number

Email Address

Click on Next Section

Payment Type e.g. Excursion (please note that not everything can be paid for online, an easy way to check is if the permission note has a place for you to write the receipt number then you can pay for it online).

Voluntary Contributions and Uniforms cannot be paid for on POP. Payments have to be made in Cash or Cheque to Warragamba P&C.

Enter Description (excursion name)

Enter Amount

At the bottom of this page you have the option to pay for another excursion if required.

Click on Next Section

Enter your Card Details

Click on Proceed to confirmation and you’re done!

You have the ability to check and change any details of the payment before the payment is processed.

Receipts can be emailed and/or printed.

Details of the payments are passed daily to the school where they will be receipted against your child’s account. Please supply the receipt number on the permission note required for the event.

Cash and cheque payments will still be accepted through the school office.

Benefits of Paying Online

Money does not get lost

Immediate confirmation that payment has been made

Don’t have to worry about having the correct money or getting change back

No lost receipts

Please note that SCHOOL CONTRIBUTION and PURCHASING OF UNIFORMS can only be paid by cash or cheque to WARRAGAMBA P&C.