Principal’s Message

It feels like it has snuck up on us a bit, but the last week of Term 1 has

arrived. I’d like to acknowledge how well all of our students have worked this

term and congratulate them on their effort and the progress they have made

with their learning. There has been quite a bit on throughout the term and

lots of opportunities both inside the classroom and outside for learning. I’d

like to also thank our dedicated staff for their efforts this term. The

opportunities that our students have wouldn’t be possible without them.

And thank you parents for the contributions you’ve made this term too. It

been delightful to have so many of you available to help in classrooms, in the

canteen and with special events like Harmony Day.

Last week, I was able to share that our school had raised over $4,000 for the

Voigt family. The final amount was $4,600. Along with Kinda Kapers we are

pleased to announce that the combined total amount raised was $10,000. A

cheque will be passed on to the family this week. Once more can I thank

everyone for their support – this is a terrific result and will be very much

appreciated by Amalie’s family.

The Easter holidays are a great opportunity for families to spend some

quality time together. I hope that whatever it is that your family gets up to,

that your Easter is filled with loads of fun and that you create some special

memories with your children. Please be safe and we look forward to doing it

all again - next term!

Happy Easter

David Holland

Return Dates

Please remember that Monday the 28th April is designated as a staff

development day. The students return to school to commence Term 2 on

Tuesday the 29th April.

Congratulations Candice

Congratulations Candice Mason on being selected into the final group of

netballers from our zone who will battle it out at the trials this week for a

spot on the Hunter Netball Team. Good luck, we are really proud of you.

Term 1, Week 11

Tuesday 8th April 2014

Congratulations Students of the Week!

Junior Student Award

Abbey Wise KB

Senior Student Award

Olivia Trevethan 6G

SRC Badge Presentation

A last minute reminder that at this week’s assembly the students elected by their peers to be class SRC

representatives will be presented their badges by Federal Member for Charlton Mr Pat Conroy. The assembly

starts after lunch at 2pm. Parents are invited to join us for this occasion. The P&C Easter raffle will follow the

assembly at approximately 2:40pm.

School Disco

Our school disco is on in the school hall tomorrow night. Students who have not yet brought in permission notes

and money can still do so tomorrow. We are allowing for some last minute payments at the door tomorrow

night. If your child is paying their $7 at the door, they must also present a signed permission note from you. The

times are as follows:

K- 2 5:30 – 6:45pm

3-6 7:00 – 8:30pm

All students are expected to display appropriate behaviour

Students are not permitted to bring glow sticks or bands

Students must be collected by an adult at the conclusion (please provide a note if your child is being

picked up by another family member or friend)

There is no dress up theme

Money raised will go towards Year 6 fundraising efforts

Staff News

You may remember back in Week 7 that we announced Mrs Naylor-Solman’s plans to retire at the end of Term

2. Before her retirement takes effect, she will be on long service leave for all of next term. There will be a

chance for the students and community to say goodbye to Mrs Naylor-Solman later in Term 2. In the meantime,

we welcome Mrs Alison Stallard, a teacher of 13 years’ experience who will be joining our staff to relieve as

Assistant Principal next term and to take on the responsibility of teaching 2/3NS.

Also, our fabulous preschool staff Ms Brook and Mrs Roberts will both be taking some leave in Term 2. Ms Brook

will be on leave for the first five weeks and will be relieved by the very versatile Ms Brianna Darcy. And Mrs

Roberts will be on leave for all of Term 2, we welcome Ms Rhiannon Ward to Cardiff South who will relieve in

Mrs Roberts’ absence.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Wk 11 7.4 8.4 Hot Cross Bun Day

9.4 Combined Scripture presentation 10:20am Disco

10.4 Assembly 2pm – SRC badge presentation Easter Raffle Draw – 2:40

11.4 Yr 6 Canberra installment due

ANZAC Ceremony 9am

Senior Choir to BUPA 10:30am

Last Day Term 1

14.4 21.4

SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

15.4 22.4

16.4 23.4

17.4 24.4

18.4 25.4

T2. Wk1. 28.4 Staff Retrun

29.4 Students Return

30.4 1.5 2.5

ANZAC Day Dear Families, Anzac Day is a day of remembrance for all soldiers who died while fighting for their country. As part of our school Anzac service, families are invited to present a book to be kept in our school library in recognition of this solemn day. If you would like your child to present and donate a book, a small selection of appropriate books priced between $10 and $20 are available at the front office until Thursday afternoon. Your generosity and support is appreciated, Melanie Conrick Also, students are invited to bring in appropriate flowers or greenery this Friday to contribute to a class wreath which will be laid on the stage during our Anzac assembly. The school Anzac service will be held in the hall at 9am on Friday morning.

Senior Choir

Our senior choir members will be visiting the BUPA nursing home at Cardiff this Friday. They will be performing

several songs for the residents and hopefully brightening their day a little. Thank you Mrs Leggett and Ms

Murray for organising this and best wishes to all the students involved. No doubt you will represent Cardiff

South PS with pride.

Aboriginal Family Breakfast

A reminder for our Aboriginal students and families about breakfast tomorrow morning in the library at 7:30am.

Notes were sent home last week. If for some reason you did not receive yours or you haven’t responded yet,

please phone the office this afternoon to RSVP so that we can adequately cater for the event. Looking forward

to meeting with you then.

Dane A 4/5E 9/4 Max C KB 9/4 Ella C-T KP 10/4 Catherine K 1S 10/4 Blake M 2/3NS 11/4 Alyssa B 6G 12/4 Joseph H 5C 12/4 Liljana B Kangas 13/4 Olivia W 2L 13/4 Tommy T 6G 14/4 Callum B KB 14/4

Birthday Stars

Zac W 1/2M 16/4 Alex V KP 19/4 Liam N 2/3NS 21/4 Ethan B 4/5E 22/4 Madison D 1S 22/4 Dylan R 6G 24/4 Amalie V 2/3NS 24/4 Jada V 3M 24/4 Lachlan B 1/2M 24/4 Grace J Koalas 24/4 Milli W 4/5E 25/4

Holiday Birthday Stars

Year 6 T-Shirts

All Year 6 students should have received today a note with further information offering them the opportunity to

purchase a special Year 6 T-shirt. Based on the feedback we received from parents last year, we have decided to

organise these shirts earlier in the school year to enable families to get maximum value from their purchase.

Please read the note carefully. A recommendation about what size shirt your child will need has been made,

however the final decision lies with you so please choose carefully. The cost will be included in the Term 2

invoice, but for now we would appreciate having the notes back as soon as possible so that we can place an

order.

Canberra Excursion

Please note: If your child is participating in the Canberra excursion and you are trying to stick to our suggested

payment plan; The next payment of $90 is due this week. Any families that have not yet indicated that they

may require some additional financial assistance need to do so now or risk missing out.

Uniform Update

We received last Wednesday a complete sample of both the new polo shirt and jacket. The P&C uniform

committee members have checked over the samples and have indicated that they are very happy with the

quality of the garments. A large order will be placed this week based on the feedback we received from families

last month and we are hopeful that the new stock will arrive and be ready for sale through the uniform shop at

the beginning of next term.

Year 5 Opportunity Class Applications

Parents seeking an opportunity class placement for Year 5 entry in 2015 are required to submit an application by

16th May 2014. Generally students are in Year 4 in 2014 when applying for Year 5 entry in 2015. Application

packages which contain more information will be available from the office after the 28th April next term.

Families with Internet access can also find out more information and apply online at:

www.schools.nsw.edu.au/ocplacement Please note: these opportunity classes are established externally in

other school settings.

Books to boost brains

Literacy skills often progress suddenly in leaps and bounds. The secret is to keep kids of all ages reading over the

weekends and school holidays. Even 20 minutes a night can make a huge difference to their reading,

comprehension and general knowledge. It’s also a great way to settle their minds down before sleep (for adults

too!). If your child hasn’t found a book that grabs their imagination, why not try them on a series book from the

Premier’s Reading Challenge list? Here are top suggestions for all ages, including young adult :

http://bit.ly/1dLSGC0

Kik, Vine, Instagram – are they safe?

It’s no contest – kids discover and understand new social media long before we adults do. If your child is

thinking about creating a new social media account – or complains that “everyone else is doing it”, you can get

the facts at a glance from School A to Z’s technology glossary. You’ll also find information about age restrictions

(yes they do have them!) and things to watch out for: http://bit.ly/188OerY

Entertainment Books

The Entertainment books are here! There a limited number of books, so get in fast. The books cost just $60 and

payment MUST BE IN CASH, as this is a P&C fundraiser.

Mother’s Day Stall

The Mother’s Day stall is on Wednesday 7th May. Please start thinking about what wonderful donations you

could supply, keep an eye out at the shops through the holidays. We will need helpers to do some wrapping and

sorting of gifts in the week before the stall. Your assistance on the day of the stall will be greatly appreciated,

any time you can offer between 8:30 and 11:30 will be fantastic.

CANTEEN ROSTER

Wednesday 9/4/14 S.Baldwin, L.George, K.Gordon

Friday 11/4/14 C.Strong, K.Smith, C.White, L.Fletcher, A.Kerr

Wednesday Term 2 30/4/14 L.Lockwood, K.McKay, C.Scanlon

Jordy D Unplugged

Class: 6G

What is your favourite colour? Pink

Who is your favourite band? One Direction

What is your best subject at school? English

If I was teacher for a day I would.... Make my students write a story

My favourite CSPS memory is..... Receiveing my Library Monitor’s Badge

Hobbies: Netball; Cooking

Things that bug me: My little brother