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TERM 4 WEEK 10 Glade Street, Arcadia Vale, NSW 2283
Phone:4975 1181 Fax: 4975 4237
Myuna Bay Picnic K-6
Last Thursday 7th December students enjoyed their annual Picnic Day at Myuna Bay Recreation Centre. The weather was amazing for the fun filled day full of activities and a special visit from Santa as well. The staff and students enjoyed celebrating the year together. Here are some pictures from this fantastic day!!
Christmas in Kindergarten
Tyson–I like that Nan and Pop come over for
lunch with me and my family.
Mirriyanan-I like presents from Santa.
Indigo-I like waking up in the morning & I get
presents from my stocking.
Zoe-I wake up and have a delicious break-
fast.
Ella-I like hearing the reindeer bells.
Zane-I hear Santa come up the stairs and he
leaves toys for me.
Peyton Smith-I like Christmas because Santa comes in the night and then I get to open presents.
Tristan-I like when people put cookies out for Santa and carrots for the reindeer.
Kruize-I like that I wake up in the morning and see presents under the Christmas tree.
Sean-I like Christmas so much because Santa gives me lots of presents.
Ryder-I like the reindeer because they fly.
Laker-I like Christmas because I get to sing ‘All I want for Christmas is you’ and we
leave carrots for the reindeer and we hear them crunch on them.
Kade-I like when you wake up in the morning, my mum lets me open my presents
and my brother opens his presents.
Payten Walker-I like that Santa lets me open my presents.
Archie-I like that I get presents and I get to hangout with my
family.
2018 Captains and Leadership Team
I would like to congratulate each and every aspiring leader who delivered a captain’s speech in week
eight. All candidates did a fantastic job and it is a certainty that no matter who is successful we will
be in good hands in the coming year. The two captains and four prefects will all be announced at
presentation day.
The process we adopted this year is in response to feedback from our parents, community and stu-
dents. In place of the existing prefecture system we now have an elected leadership team. The suc-
cessful six candidates will follow a detailed leadership journey to provide authentic leadership op-
portunities while developing their leadership skills and characteristics. The Program will be equita-
ble, transparent and reflective of our school’s vision.
The Students Leadership Program allows the students to demonstrate and reflect through their ac-
tions and the school’s core values of excellence, respect and community. Each student will under-
take a Leadership Passport, which will be a record of students’ participation in leadership opportu-
nities and development of leadership skills.
Year 1/2 Class Item
1/2 have been busy making reindeer faces using sticks as antlers.
We have also been decorating these Christmas trees with Miss
Case.
3/4 have thoroughly enjoyed creating their reindeer with various
patterns and discussing what they are looking forward to in the
holidays. Merry Christmas Everyone!
In the holidays I am
looking forward to
watching a T20 cricket
game for my Dad’s birth-
day and going into
In the holidays I am looking forward to having
Christmas in Orange or Dubbo with my family.
Merry Christmas! Dhirrali
In the holidays I am looking forward to going to Redrock and going into year 4. I am also very excited for Christmas. Keoni
In the hol
idays I a
m looking fo
rward to
year 5, Chris
tmas and go
ing to
my Mum’s ho
use. Keyis
ha
In the holidays I am looking forward to spending time on the lake in my sail boat, going to
the beach and digging giant holes then bury Archie up to his neck. Esha
In the holidays I am looking for-ward to playing all my new video
In the holidays I am looking forward to sailing
my boat, Christmas and playing Pokémon 3.
Gilon
In the holidays I am look-
ing forward to going into
year 5 and Christmas!
Cheyenne
In the holidays I am looking forward to Xmas, going into year 4 next year and playing with my cousins. Charlotte
Christmas across the World.
In 5/6D, students have been researching Christmas in different countries. Here are some of
the facts we have found:
Kate, Payden and Will: Christmas trees get shipped in by boat to Hawaii. They also decorate palm
trees at the beach.
Olivia and Makayla: Christmas in Spain begins early with a Christmas lottery on December 2nd.
Cindi: It is the tradition in France to display nativity scenes until the 2nd February.
Ryan: In Slovakia, many people are Roman Catholics. They begin their Christmas with Advent, which is the start of
their important preparations for Christmas.
Tom and Kayl: Some families in France stay up until midnight to have their Christmas dinner.
Brodie: In New Zealand, people like to celebrate Christmas in December and then again in July so that they can ex-
perience a cold Christmas.
Ashton and Eboney: Santa’s Sleigh is replaced by a canoe pulled by dolphins in Hawaii for Christmas
Chloe M: Christmas in Spain is a time of Christmas carols, decorations, festive street lighting, joy,
and a festive atmosphere
Morgan: German Families prepare for Christmas throughout a very cold December.
Alex and Hunter: Throughout history, Christmas was not traditionally celebrated in Scotland because it was banned
for nearly 400 years until the 1950’s.
Layla: In Mexico, Christmas is celebrated from December 12th to January 6th. Children often perform for the
‘Posada’.
Maliyan, Jessie and Matthew: In Italy during December, the weather drops to around 7 degrees Celsius by
the end of the month. 'Babbo Natale', the Father Christmas, brings presents to children on Christmas eve.
Principal’s Report – Term 4 Week 10
Lining Up
Congratulations to 5/6M who were the winners of the lining up award in week 8!
5/6D were the winners in week 9! Our seniors have done another tremendous job showing the rest of
the school how to be positive role models underlying our values of Excellence, Respect and Communi-
ty.
The lining up reward will continue into 2018 as well as more exciting, positive and rewarding initiatives
for the students at Arcadia Vale PS in 2018!
Thank you!
I would like to personally thank each and every person associated with Arcadia Vale PS and the wider
community for their commitment, dedication and support of the wonderful students at our school.
During my first semester at the school I have been able to develop relationships with the students,
staff, parents/caregivers and the wider community. I look forward to continuing these relationships and
working closely with all of you in 2018.
I’d like to wish our year 6 students all the best for the journeys into high school next year! You will all
be assets to the respective high schools that you are attending. A huge thank you to the parents/
caregivers of our year 6 students for your continued support over the last 7 years or the time that your
child/ren have spent at Arcadia Vale PS. Good luck and we wish you all the best for your future endeav-
ours!
P&C 2018
The next P&C meeting will be in 2018, which will be our Annual General Meeting (AGM). This meeting
will be held on Tuesday 20th February commencing at 5.30pm. All positions will be declared vacant.
These include: President / Two Vice- Presidents / Secretary / Treasurer and up to six Executive mem-
bers. Please see the P&C AGM Nomination form at the back of the newsletter.
Staffing and Classes 2018
Staff and class formations will not be not be finalised until 2018.
We have put out an Expression of Interest to fill Ms Darby’s position for 2018. The successful applicant
should be known by the end of the year.
Reports
End of year reports will go home on Wednesday 13th December (Week 10).
The student report that parent/carers will receive at the end of this term, will use an A to E grading of
students that point out the child’s progress and achievement so far.
The grading of each child is based on how well the child has learnt what he or she was expected to
learn and how well they have been able to apply that knowledge, understanding and skill.
The grades don’t rank the child in his or her class. Rather, the grades indicate whether the child is ‘on
track’, and learning what is expected, doing better than expected or needs more help. Refer to the ta-
ble below for the Common Grade Scale.
Principal’s Report – Term 4 Week 10
Books and Resources Packs 2018
These packs have been ordered in preparation for students in 2018. The cost for the book packs is $30.
School Security
During the holiday break if you happen to see anyone in our school grounds who shouldn’t be there, please con-
tact School security on 1300 880 021.
There will be a number of workmen on site during the holidays to complete a number of jobs around the school
grounds.
I hope you all have a wonderful Christmas and a safe and relaxing break!!
Craig Atkins
Principal
A big thanks to the P & C Committee for the year we have had. It has been great working with
such a dedicated committee this year in partnership with the school, and look forward to
2018.
A huge thankyou to the students who raised funds for the
Colour Run. The final amount raised was $ 6369.81!!
The school will receive 60% of the funds, the remaining
funds are used to cover the cost of prizes and the company's fee. Looking forward to the big
day which will be on Friday 15th Dec at 1pm. Please remember the following:
- Drink bottle with your name clearly written
- Hat
- Plain white shirt
- Goggles or sunglasses optional
All children will receive ice block after the event, and a participation certificate.
WINNERS:
The winning class was 1/2 with a total amount of $2039.67, Amazing work!
AGM 2018
Please come and join the P & C Committee for the 2018 AGM on Tuesday 21
February at 5.30 pm. All new and returning members welcome. $2 financial fee
due prior to the meeting for all members, payable at the School Office.
All committee positions will be declared vacant for the 2018 school year.
BUNNINGS BBQ
Still need volunteers for the Bunnings BBQ for the Saturday 23 December. Need 2 x volunteers
from 10-12, 12-2 and 2-4.
This is a great opportunity to raise funds for our school and we need your
help.
Please contact Michelle 0424608852 or
Join Scouts! The 1st Rathmines Scouts are celebrating the re-opening of
their scout hall by holding an Open Day on Sunday 3rd December from
9am-12pm. Free jumping castle, free craft activities, free tea and
coffee plus a $10 car wash to support the scouts attending the next
Jamboree. If your children are interested in camping, water activities,
games, crafts and helping others, then come check us out! Special
promotion: attend 4 weekly meetings for FREE!
Last week of 2017 Week 10
Tuesday 12th December: Presentation Day Wangi Workers Club 12:30pm Wednesday 13th December: Year 6 Farewell, 6:30-9:30pm & Reports go home Friday 15th December: Last day of term 4, Colour Fun Run at 1pm
Term 1 2018 Here are some important dates for your calendars.
Week 1
Monday 29th January: Staff Development Day Tuesday 30th January: Year 1-6 students first day of school Kinder Best Start assessments John Fleming visit (PM) Wednesday 31st January: Kinder Best Start assessments Thursday 1st February: Kinder Best Start as-sessment Friday 2nd February: Kindergarten’s 1st Day
Week 2 Friday 9th February: Backyard League K-6
Week 3
Monday 12th February: AVPS Swimming Car-nival Thursday 15th February: Parent information session. More details to follow. Friday 16th February: Backyard League K-6
Week 4
Tuesday 20th February: Zone Swimming Car-nival P&C AGM 5.30pm Friday 23rd February: Backyard League K-6
Week 5 Friday 2nd March: Big assembly
Week 6
Week 7
Week 8 Wednesday 21st March: Harmony Day Friday 23rd March: AVPS Cross Country
Week 9 Friday 30th March: Good Friday
Week 10
Monday 2nd April: Easter Monday
Week 11
Friday 13th April: Big assembly
