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Neutral Bay Public School
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Neutral Bay Public School
175 Ben Boyd Road, Neutral Bay, NSW 2089.
TEL: 9953 1798 FAX : 9904 1479 WEBSITE: www.neutralbay-p.schools.nsw.edu.au
EMAIL: [email protected]
Term 3 Week 7, 26th August 2015
School Administrative Staff (SAS) Week
Our school community is made up of many different people, all of whom play a part in the running of schools and the
provision of quality education to students. School Administrative and Support Staff, whether they work in the office, the
library, on the school grounds or in the classroom setting, are important contributors to the success of the school and
children’s education. Next week we recognise Mrs Bell, Mrs Branson, Mrs Poke, Mrs Watkins, Mr Moshos, Mrs Ryder,
Mrs Pierce, Mrs Molloy, Ms Lopez, Ms McCartney-Brown, Mrs Guy and Ms Lee for the contribution they make for the
students at our school.
Kindergarten 2016
On Tuesday (1 September) of next week we will be holding tours for families who have a child commencing
kindergarten in 2016. The program will commence at 10.00am with a talk in the hall followed by the tours.
Athletics
Congratulations to the students for their efforts at our Years 3-6 Athletics Carnival. Thank you to Mr Brown, Mr Kessler
and Mr Ticli for their work in organising the event. Results of the day will be published in next week’s Newsletter. We
wish the students from our school representing at the Zone Athletics Carnival on Thursday (Field Events & 800m) and
Friday (Track Events) of this week all the best.
Neverland Week
Year 3 and 4 Musical – Peter Pan Jnr
Every two years, Years 3 and 4 put on a musical. This year, the musical will be Peter Pan Jnr under the direction of
Alison Taylor and Lynne Rabone. Many teachers and parents are working behind the scenes to make this a great show.
There are four performances. These are on Tuesday 8 September (matinee and evening) and Wednesday 9 September
(matinee and evening). All Kindy, Year 1, 2, 5 and 6 children will being seeing the show during school time. Tickets are
available for purchase using your Flexischools account. The tickets cost $5 per person and are limited to four tickets per
family per show. The seating is not be numbered. Please note there are only tickets left for sale for the matinee
performances.
If your child is not available to perform at the evening performances, could you please inform your child’s teacher as
soon as possible?
Colouring Event
Students in Years K-6 have the opportunity to participate in a Colouring Event as part of Neverland Week. Students who
wish to be involved have been given their colouring. Any medium may be used and the entries are due by Monday 31
August. Completed works will be used for display during the Peter Pan Jnr Concert and the Neverland Ball.
Auction Site
Through the generosity of many businesses and persons we have over 250 items which have been donated and will be
auctioned. These items may be found on the website: http://www.32auctions.com/neverland Bidding has commenced
and will be live until 9.30pm on Friday 11 September. On the website is additional information detailing where the funds
raised will be used for the benefit of the students at our school.
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Art Work
Each class is creating a piece of art work. The work will be on display in the multi-purpose room during the Neverland
Week from 2.30-6.30pm (Monday 7 August-Thursday 10 August) and will be available for sale through our auction site
(http://www.32auctions.com/neverland) as of Friday 28 August.
Whooping Cough
I have been informed by the Department of Health that there are currently incidences of whooping cough occurring.
Information is provided on this disease at the following links:
http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/factsheets/Pages/Pertussis.aspx and
http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/factsheets/Factsheets/pertussis.pdf
Earn and Learn
Our school is involved with the Woolworths Earn and Learn Program. If you collect stickers as part of this program you
are welcome to forward the sticker sheets to school. Collection boxes are also located at Woolworths stores in Neutral
Bay.
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Calendar
Week
7
Thursday 27 August Zone Athletic Field Events
Friday 28 August Zone Track Events
Competition Chess
3.15pm
Week
8
Monday 31 August Junior Band
Senior Choir
Senior Band
Chess
7.45am
8.00am
12.40pm
3.15pm
Tuesday 1 September Kindy Tour 2016
Concert Band
9.30am
12.45pm
Wednesday 2
September
Waste Free Wednesday
Senior Chamber
Junior Choir
Orchestra
Scripture
7.00am
8.00am
8.00am
Thursday 3 September Years 5 & 6 Art Gallery Excursion
Friday 4 September Father’s Day Stall
Competition Chess
3.15pm
Week
9
Monday 7 September Junior Band
Senior Choir
Years 5/6 Cyber Safety talks
Neverland Week Art Show Opening
Peter Pan Jnr Musical Dress Rehearsal
Neverland Week Art Show viewing (Multipurpose
Room)
Chess
7.45am
8.00am
12.00 noon
1.45pm
2.30-6.30pm
3.15pm
Tuesday 8 September Year 5/6 Cyber Safety talks
Peter Pan Jnr Musical Matinee
Neverland Week Art Show viewing (Multipurpose
Room)
Peter Pan Jnr Evening Performance
1.45pm
2.30-6.30pm
7.00pm
Wednesday 9
September
Waste Free Wednesday
Senior Chamber
Junior Choir
Orchestra
Scripture
Peter Pan Jnr Musical Matinee
Neverland Week Art Show viewing (Multipurpose
Room)
Peter Pan Jnr Evening Performance
7.00am
8.00am
8.00am
2.30-6.30pm
Thursday 10 September Years 3-6 Assembly
Neverland Week Art Show viewing (Multipurpose
Room)
2.00pm
2.30-6.30pm
Friday 11 September Neverland Week Mufti Day
Competition Chess
Neverland Ball
3.15pm
7.00pm
Have a great week
Regards
David Shuster Principal
Neutral Bay Public School
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Kindergarten News
Kindergarten enjoyed dressing up as their favourite book characters for Book Week.
Heidi in KL as Mary Poppins
Jack in KL as Terry from ‘The 39 Storey
Treehouse’
Abigail in KSV as Violet from Charlie and the Chocolate
Factory.
Taylor in KD as Pippy Longstockings
Jack in KD as Jack the Pirate
Imogen in KR as Little
Miss Princess
Harry and Nicholas in KH as Harry Potter and Dumbledore.
James in KK as Fantastic Mr Fox
Olivia in KK as Alice in Wonderland
Penny in KK as Pearlie
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Stage 1 News (Years 1 & 2)
Year 1 has had a very exciting fortnight. Last Monday 1A and 1W ventured to Vaucluse House where we learnt all about
the lives of the Wentworth family who lived there 150 years ago.
On Wednesday, Stage 1 were dressed to impress as their favourite book characters. Year 1 and Year 2 spent the day
rotating between classrooms exploring some fascinating literature.
On Monday this week, Stage 1 was entertained by a puppet performance from Camp Quality. The children enjoyed
learning about Kylie’s superpower of positivity through her cancer journey.
In class this week, Year 1 are exploring the language of resolutions in narratives. We are also investigating
multiplication and 3D objects. In 1A we will be printing our artworks inspired by Margaret Preston and will finish our very
long narratives. We can’t wait to show off all our work in our classroom.
Mrs A Mockford – 1A class teacher
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Stage 2 News (Years 3 & 4)
As part of our HSIE Unit of Work on First Contact, we had a look at Aboriginal Medicinal Plants. The students of 4V
created watercolour paintings of a number of the plants that we studied.
Miss A Vade - 4V Class Teacher
Stage 3 News (Years 5 & 6)
Stage 3
5K’s Trip to ‘Science Unleashed’
On the 13 August Year 5 went on an excellent excursion to the Australian Museum in the
city where they participated in ‘Science Unleashed’. There were numerous workshops and
interesting exhibits and galleries to see and explore. These activities included a workshop
on light and colour, ‘May the force be with you’ on forces, a ‘Myth Busters’ type show and
the Science Expo. It was a jam packed and fun filled day. The children thoroughly enjoyed
and participated in everything with great enthusiasm and energy. They also came away
with new thoughts, ideas and knowledge on all things science and scientific.
Mr R Kessler - 5K Class Teacher
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Stars of the Week
Congratulations to Katie Wightwick (5R) who has achieved an A in her recent AMEB exam for grade 3 Saxophone. Well done Katie!
A Big THANK YOU to Patrick Biltoft (3B) parents- Dee and Anthony Biltoft who donated a set of the “65-Storey Treehouse” books to the school .They also made some fantastic 65 Storey Treehouse cupcakes for Bookweek and some worksheets to go with the books for the kids.
WHAT IS THE FUNDRAISING TEAM UP TO NOW?
Sixteen sleeps to go until Neverland Week!
Neutral Bay Public School production of Peter Pan Jr.
The Peter Pan Jr. rehearsals are in full swing and the audience is in for a treat! Speaking of treats, be sure to visit the
Candy Bar before the evening shows, from 5.30pm: the SRC are baking up a storm in support and McGrath Neutral Bay
has provided sponsorship for other goodies.
Tickets for Peter Pan Jr. are on sale via your Flexischools account.
www.flexischools.com.au
Silent Auction News: $15,000 raised already!
$59,000 worth of amazing donations across 251 items
Great birthday party ideas: from a “Lego frenzy” at Bricks4Kids to watery fun at Wet ‘N’ Wild Sydney and animal antics at Featherdale Wildlife Park
The Neutral Bay Club is offering a corporate event package for up to 60 people, worth $2,400 - great for team building!
Looking for Fathers’ Day ideas? How about a round of golf, cooking lessons or perhaps box seats at a Sydney FC game?
Click on the link below, set up an account in one easy step then start bidding!
www.32auctions.com/neverland
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The VOICE winner: William Murray, 6C
It was a very excited William Murray (6C) and sister Lucy (pictured), who marched onto The Voice film set last Sunday.
The family had “an absolute blast” at the show and even had a chance to sit in the judges’ seats for a photo. “We were
happy to contribute to Neutral Bay after an amazing two years with Ms. Carnegie - we have been incredibly lucky to
have her,” said William’s mum Liz Carter, after winning the auction prize.
Gold Sponsor McGrath Neutral Bay Commission-Free Sale
Are you thinking of selling your house in the next year? What about your neighbours and friends?
It’s time to register if you’re thinking of bidding on the McGrath Neutral Bay commission-free sale at the Neverland Ball – click on the link below
Remember to mention you’re a NBPS parent, and mention if you’ll be at the event. You can have an agent bid for you on the night if you prefer to remain anonymous www.reports.lns.mcgrath.tv/neutralbaypublicschool
Earn & Learn
Please collect your Earn & Learn stickers, and either put them in the Neutral Bay Public School box at Woolworths, or
drop them in at the office.
Special thanks to Woolworths for donating boxes of beautiful fresh fruit and water to the Athletics carnival for Years 3-6,
and to the canteen this week in support of the Fresh for Kids Canteen program.
Neverland Ball
Pre-dinner drinks from 6.45pm
Friday, 11 September 2015
At Norths, Cammeray
Ticket sales are now closed: a huge thank you to everyone who bought tickets – it’s going to be a great night!
Any questions? Email Peter Pan: [email protected]
QUICK LINKS
Peter Pan Jr. Tickets: www.flexischools.com.au
Silent Auction: www.32auctions.com/neverland
Commission-Free sale: www.reports.lns.mcgrath.tv/neutralbaypublicschool
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The Fresh for Kids campaign is still going! Buy and eat some fruit and vegies, collect stickers and go in the draw to win
big prizes. For more information see the promotional posters near the canteen. Woolworths on Rangers Road have
generously donated the fruit and vegetables for this campaign.
Week 8 is the energy-packed Fried Rice (Mon-Thurs) with Pizza and Lasagne on Friday.
Pizza creation chaos requires more helpers on Thursday and Friday afternoons. It would be nice to have someone to
chat to. We give thanks to Naoko for her sterling volunteering efforts. She receives the volunteering superstar and
eternal canteen devotion award.
Canteen Volunteer Roster Week 8 (Mon 31/8-Friday 4/9)
Monday 31 August
Junior Lunch (9-11 am)
Paul Armstrong Naoko Yamada Riho Ago
Senior Lunch (11am-1 pm)
Naoko Yamada Riho Ago
Tuesday 1 September
Junior Lunch (9-11 am)
Naoko Yamada Riho Ago Jen Cains
Senior Lunch (11am-1 pm)
Naoko Yamada Riho Ago Jen Cains
Wednesday 2 September
Junior Lunch (9-11 am)
Eilidh Kennedy Laura Collins Naoko Yamada Riho Ago
Senior Lunch (11am-1 pm)
Laura Collins Naoko Yamada Riho Ago Eilidh Kennedy Melissa Whiddett
Thursday 3 September
Junior Lunch (9-11 am)
Robert Dickson Kathryn Wilson Bridget Douglas
Senior Lunch (11am-1 pm)
Bridget Douglas I hardly ever bite
Friday 4 September
Junior Lunch (9-11 am)
Kate Juniper Naoko Yamada Come join us
Senior Lunch (11am-1 pm)
Kate Juniper Naoko Yamada Stay for lunch
If you are able to volunteer, I encourage you to use Sign-Up Genius. If that’s not for you, please email me your chosen
shift on [email protected]. I’m here to help with all canteen-related questions or concerns.
Cheers, Bridget Douglas Canteen Coordinator
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Coming towards the end of Term 3, the children across all three bands are enjoying learning new pieces of music and the satisfaction of making a great sound together. You can help your musician by playing a wide variety of music at home, particularly music featuring your child's instrument. It is also a good idea to leave the instrument out of the case in a prominent position (provided it is safe and won't get damaged - instrument stands are good for this). Your child is much more likely to pick it up and play for fun on a regular basis if they don't have to find it and then assemble it. Open Band Rehearsals See dates below for Open Band Rehearsals at the morning rehearsals. We invite all parents to come along in a very informal gathering and: • enjoy hearing the progress the bands are making • learn some musical terminology! • have an insight into the group dynamics • say hi to other band parents • show the children your support and • have a cup of tea or coffee while listening Thinking of buying a New Jupiter Instrument? We have a discount voucher from the NSW Band Festival. If anyone is thinking of buying a new Jupiter instrument, the voucher offers a discount of 30% from the RRP at Turramurra Music, valid until 31 October 2015. Please contact Claudia Stephens ([email protected]) if you are interested - first in best dressed. It is valid for one instrument. Key Band Dates
• Thursday 10 September 2015 – Concert Band Open Rehearsal • Friday 11 September 2015 - Senior Open Band Rehearsal • Monday 14 September 2015 - Junior Band Open Rehearsal • Monday 14 September 2015 - Concert Band rehearsal at Town Hall for Primary Proms Concert that night. This is an in-school excursion, transport to and from NBPS by bus with Mr Tan and Band Co-ordinators supervising. • Monday 14 September 2015 - 7pm - Concert Band to perform in the Coorong Concert at Sydney Town Hall - parent transport to and from venue. Children must be at Town Hall at 6pm to meet band co-ordinators. Concert expected to finish at 8.30pm, more details to follow by email closer to the event. • Sunday afternoon, 29 November 2015 - End of Year Band Concert, Norths Club, Cammeray
Claudia Stephens, Liesel Wightwick and Karen Au - Overall Band Coordinators
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Hello from the Uniform Shop team
Thank you to Mr Michael for the new box he has made and installed underneath the letterboxes by the school office - this is where any returns or donations should be left from now on. The Uniform Shop is open every Tuesday in term-time, from 8.30am-9.30am. Flexischools orders are being packed and delivered daily. We aim to get the orders packed and delivered to you the day after you order but occasionally delays will occur.
Summer Uniform Whilst it's still not quite time for the children to start wearing their summer uniforms, I know some of you are starting to prepare for it. I do have some summer items in stock at the moment but the bulk of it is due to arrive early in Term 4. If you would like to order via Flexischools, I will send out what I have now and if anything is out of stock I will send it out as soon as it arrives. If you require any second hand items of SUMMER uniform, please contact Kate on [email protected]
Volunteers for Stocktake and Kindergarten Information Evening Thank you to the volunteers who have replied to my email from last week regarding assisting at the stocktake and/or Kindergarten Information Evening. I am still looking for more helpers to make the process less of a burden so if you would like to help out, please contact me at [email protected] . The stocktake is taking place from 9am on Wednesday 23rd September and the Kindergarten info evening will need volunteers from 5.30/6pm on Thursday 29th October. Returns policy: Flexischools purchases: please email me at [email protected] to let me know and then leave the item IN THE BOX UNDERNEATH THE MAIL BOXES at the office with your details (including Flexischools order number) and I will process the exchange/refund ASAP. If a refund is required, the funds will be refunded back to your Flexischools account ASAP. In store purchases: For exchanges, please email me at [email protected] to let me know and then leave the item IN THE BOX UNDERNEATH THE MAIL BOXES at the office with your details and I will process the exchange ASAP. For refunds, please come to the Uniform Shop on a Tuesday morning with your original form of payment. All returned items must be in saleable condition with tags still attached. Please note that I am not at the Uniform Shop all of the time and that it may take a few days for me to action exchanges/refunds. Notifying me by email is a good way to give me a heads up! Second Hand Items:
We still have lots of second hand fleece jumpers available - for just $10 each! Come along during normal opening hours (Tuesday 8.30-9.30am) Donations of good quality, clean items of clothing are always welcome. Please leave donations IN THE BOX UNDERNEATH THE MAIL BOXES at the school office or bring to the Uniform Shop during opening hours.
Thanks, Elizabeth & the Uniform Shop team
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Holiday Music Fun!! 2 day course: Thursday 24th and Friday 25th September.
Time: 9.30 a.m.-12 p.m.
All ages. No experience required.
Neutral Bay Public School students only.
Musical JUMP START! Try an Instrument
at NBPS
Cost: $180
For more information contact Ray Hampton
Email: [email protected]
Mobile: 0430 155 722
Neutral Bay Public School, as a service to parents, will advertise community events that may be of interest. Neutral Bay Public School does not necessarily endorse or sponsor the events and accepts no responsibility for the management or organisation of these events.
A fun introduction to music and instruments of the band.
Try an Instrument Course.
Singing to encourage pitch.
Percussion to develop rhythm.
Action and movement for gross and fine motor co-ordination.
Learning to work in a group.
Musical games.
loads of fun !
