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Term 4 Week 6 12th November, 2013

Last week, we were lucky enough to have some special visitors to our school. The pre-schoolers from the Jim Lynch Child Care Centre came to have a look at our school! They were very excited to see what goes on at school as many of them will be starting Kindergarten next year. We went for a walk around the school and looked at the Library, the Canteen and the office. We also spent some time in the Kindergarten room, having a turn at the activities on the Interactive Whiteboard. It was great to see the children so enthusiastic about being at ‘big school’. We look forward to seeing them soon at our Kindergarten Orientation sessions and we are extremely excited about welcoming them to Kindergarten in 2014!!

Stop the Press!!! We are so excited to announce that the Rooty Hill Debating team has

won the pool final in the R.A Pickles Shield

Debating competition for 2013! This is the second

year in a row we have won this prestigious shield,

which will hang proudly in our school foyer for

another 12 months. The team, consisting of Maja

Zlomislic as first speaker, Georgia Simpson as

second speaker, Sediqa Rezaei as third speaker

and Emily Stirk as the fourth team member,

convincingly argued that ‘Meadows are better than

Streets’. We were the negative team and Eastern

Creek were the affirmative team for this debate. Our girls spoke with fantastic

enthusiasm and presented our case with much conviction. We are so proud of each

and every team member, including our amazing researchers Divina Ambat and Emily

Rough who assisted greatly in preparation for this debate.

As we have progressed through the rounds undefeated, we gained automatic entry into

the Grand Final Championship which will be held towards the end of this term.

Lethbridge Park and St Clair will now debate against each other to determine who will

come up against us in the grand final. The girls have done an amazing job to reach this

far and we will now begin our preparations for the very exciting Grand Final! I’m sure

you will join us in congratulating them for their outstanding achievement and wishing

them all the very best for their last debate!

Susan Greene and Lianne Robinson (Debating Coaches)

‘News from the Hill’ Westminster St, Rooty Hill

Rooty Hill Public School Phone: 9625 8807 Quality Education in a vibrant, caring school Fax: 9832 1561 Web: http//www.rootyhill-p.schools.nsw.edu.au Email: rootyhill-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Fax: 9832 1561

Calendar

WHAT’S HAPPENING @ ROOTY HILL PS

Thurs 14th November -Kindergarten 2014 Orientation -High School Orientation Tues 19th November -Kindergarten 2014 Orientation -Principal’s A/noon Tea Tues 26th November -Slave Day Thurs 28th November -Kindergarten 2014 Orientation -Year 6 Gala Day Monday 2nd December -Year 2 Swim School Begins Tuesday 3rd December -School Council Meeting Wed 4th December -Parent Helpers Morning Tea Thursday 5th December -Santa Photos Friday 6

th December

-Kindergarten 2014 Orientation Monday 9

th December

-Presentation Assembly Thurs 12

th December

-Year 6 Assembly Friday 13

th December

Party Day Tuesday 17

th December

-Year 6 Graduation and Farewell Wed 18th December -Last day for Students

Tuesday 19th November Principal’s

Afternoon Tea

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The Newcombe Ball A and B teams have almost come to the end of their playing season and have thoroughly enjoyed learning new skills, making new friends and playing competitively against a variety of other local schools. Although we are not in contention for semi-finals, all the boys and girls have been playing to the best of their ability. Two weeks ago, the Newcombe Ball Bs

had their first win (even with 2 less players) against Mt Druitt, 2 sets to 1. I am very proud of all children involved in this game, as they dug deep to come away with the win. Last Friday both teams started their respective games, but, due to the extreme heat only managed to complete 2 of the 3 sets. The Newcombe Ball Bs were unfortunately sitting at 2 sets to love down, however, showed great skills and tremendous heart to continue to give their best in the heat. The Newcombe Ball As were tied at 1 set all, however, were unable to continue to the deciding set after games were called off. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the wonderful group of children who make up both teams for all of their effort and great sportsmanship throughout the season. Although we will not progress any further, all children have improved greatly and have had FUN in the process. Congratulations boys and girls. Miss Bailey Newcombe Ball Coach Schools Spectacular Tickets for the 2013 Schools Spectacular – 30 Spectacular years are now on sale. The Schools Spectacular is a brilliantly choreographed and costumed production featuring

over 3,500 singers, dancers and musicians, representing public schools from across the state. This year celebrates the Spectacular’s 30th anniversary. The show reflects on the

history, times and music of the last 30 years while at the same time looking toward the future. The 2013 Schools Spectacular will be held at the Sydney Entertainment Centre:

Friday 29 November 2013 12:00 pm Schools’ Preview

Friday 29 November 2013 7:30 pm Evening Performance

Saturday 30 November 2013 2:00 pm Matinee

Saturday 30 November 2013 7.30 pm Evening Performance.

Prime tickets are still available for all shows. Please note the introduction of a family ticket (two adults and two juniors) for all performances other than the Schools’ Preview. For further ticket information please visit www.schoolsspectacular.com.au or email details@schoolsspectacular.com.au.

NSW public school terms and holidays

Here’s a snapshot of NSW public school terms and holidays for 2013 - 2015. Find out more: http://www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/events/vacations.html

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