Newsletter · 2020. 8. 22. · Newsletter Mayfield West Demonstration School Gregson Avenue, Mayfield NSW 2304 P 4968 1539 F 4960 2367 E [email protected] Week 6 Term

Newsletter Mayfield West Demonstration School

Gregson Avenue, Mayfield NSW 2304

P 4968 1539 F 4960 2367 E [email protected]

Week 6 Term 2 Date: Friday, 5 June 2020

Welcome to Week 6.

Thank you for your support and efficiency in supporting the kiss

and drop at the gate. Whilst it is not what we may like, it may be

our reality for an extended period. There have been some

benefits though with many proud parents seeing an increasingly

level of independence in their children. Please call the school

first if you have essential business and need to come in person.

Online Safety During the Learning From Home period we have seen an increase in the use of social media

platforms with students at the school. Over the last week we have become aware of some very

inappropriate content that students

using the TikTok platform may have

been exposed to. The minimum age

for a user is 13. If you learn that your

child under the age of 13 has

registered for a TikTok account, you

may alert the platform at

[email protected]. They will

promptly take appropriate action.

Below are links for parents with

resources that you may like to

consider. Please be aware a number of students in the school have multiple accounts and parents

may be aware of one but not others.

https://support.tiktok.com/en/privacy-safety/for-parents-default

https://www.esafety.gov.au/parents

https://www.esafety.gov.au/key-issues/esafety-guide/tiktok

mailto:[email protected]

https://support.tiktok.com/en/privacy-safety/for-parents-default

https://www.esafety.gov.au/parents

https://www.esafety.gov.au/key-issues/esafety-guide/tiktok





Stage 2 Great Aussie Bush Camp

Due to the restrictions around Covid -19 all school

excursions are currently banned. Unfortunately we have

been unable to move the excursion to Term 4 and have

made the decision to cancel the camp for this year.

Parents who have made a payment for the Aussie Bush Camp are asked to contact the school to

regarding their preference for a refund. There are two options available to parents.

The first option is to do nothing and the fees will be automatically transferred to fees in advance for

the student. These fees can then be used for future events or to pay fees such as book pack or

voluntary contribution.

The second option is for a refund. If the payment was made through the school web page (POP

Payment) upon authorisation from the payee the refund will be processed through POP and returned

to the same account. If payment was by cash or EFTPOS, payment will be via electronic payment to

a nominated bank account. Parents will need to supply to the school the name of the parent who

made the payment, their BSB and Bank Account number as well as the account name.

Semester 1 Reporting Under the department’s Curriculum planning and programming, assessing and reporting to parents

K-12 policy, we provide parents/carers, throughout the school year, with formal and informal

opportunities to receive information about and discuss their child's learning. In response to the

COVID-19 pandemic there have been changes to our Semester 1 reports.

Semester 1 reports will be delayed for distribution until early in Term 3. These reports will be

simplified and will not cover all Key Learning Areas. Students will not receive an A-E grade.

Our report will provide a summative account of student progress and achievement on learning

covered during Semester 1, at school and at home, with information about what might need to be

done to support your child’s learning growth.






Treat Day Friday 12th June 2020 On Friday 12th June, the P & C will be opening the Canteen for Treat Day. Order forms will be sent

home today with each student.

Please note that each student needs their own order form. Correct money is to be placed with order

as no change will be given. Orders must be returned by 12pm Wednesday 10th June 2020. No late

orders will be accepted.






Greetings MayWest Families,

I hope you and yours are well at this time.

The past couple of months have thrown up challenges for everyone - as a parent, I know I haven't

always made the best choices or been my best self - just ask my wife and kids!

I have been encouraged however, over the past couple of months to see people pulling together and

seizing opportunities to bless their neighbours and community

I just wanted to put it out there if you or your families need support - be it practical or support for your

emotional health - please don't hesitate to reach out. There are people in our community who want to

help, and support services you can connect with to help you manage everything that's happening.

In my role, I am here to support students, staff and the wider school community - yes, that

includes you!!

You can send me an email at [email protected] or get in touch via the office

(4968539) if you think we can help.

Blessings,

Tim

School Chaplain

Parking

Just a reminder in regards to parking at school drop off and pick up times. Please take note of all the

parking signs. The Council Ranger regularly visits the school and infringement penalties have

increased as we now have a crossing supervisor.







THIS IS NOT AN APPLICATION FOR ENTRY TO AN OPPORTUNITY CLASS

You will need to register and then apply through the Department’s website

Intention to apply for Year 5 entry to an opportunity class in 2021

Dear Parent/Carer

Opportunity classes can provide intellectual stimulation by grouping together high potential and

gifted students who may otherwise be isolated from a suitable peer group. Successful students will

usually have to leave their current school to enrol in a school with an opportunity class for Years 5 and 6.

New for 2021 entry

A Year 5 virtual opportunity class has been established at Aurora College for students in rural and

remote NSW. Further information is available at http://www.aurora.nsw.edu.au/

Testing and assessment

Applications for opportunity class placement are considered on the results of the Opportunity Class

Placement Test. Students who wish to be considered for opportunity class placement will sit the

Opportunity Class Placement Test on Wednesday 16 September 2020.

How to apply

If you would like to have your child considered for Year 5 opportunity class entry in 2021, you need to

apply between Tuesday 9 June 2020 and Friday 26 June 2020. You will need to access the online

application at https://education.nsw.gov.au/public-schools/selective-high-schools-and-opportunity-

classes/year-5 . You must not use the child’s email address.

If you do not have internet access, you could apply at a public library. If you have a disability that

prevents you from using a computer, you can contact the High Performing Students Team for

assistance after 9 June 2020. Contact details can be found on the web site shown above

You must submit only ONE application for each student.

Important – the school cannot apply on your behalf.


https://education.nsw.gov.au/public-schools/selective-high-schools-and-opportunity-classes/year-5

http://www.aurora.nsw.edu.au/







Intention to apply for Year 5 entry to an opportunity class in 2021 cont…

Cut along the dotted line and return the completed slip below by next Friday. Student’s name: Class: I intend to apply for opportunity class placement in 2021……………………………….Yes No If Yes I have internet access and will be applying online ……………………………………………. OR I do not have internet access and will use the public library to complete the application…. I understand that I need to register and then apply through the Department’s website. Signature of parent/carer:_______________________ Date: _________________________











Entertainment Books

2020/2021 Entertainment Books are now available. At just $69.99, they are full of fabulous local

savings. Follow the link to buy online:

https://www.entertainmentbook.com.au/orderbooks/3566y5

Uniform Orders

Even though we are unable to open our physical shop and can’t offer a face-to-face service to

students and parents/carers, uniforms can still be purchased and will be sent home with students.

Orders can be placed via email ([email protected]), text (0432 350 805) or by messaging the

P&C Facebook page. Orders will be packed weekly and sent to your child’s class. At this stage, we

are only able to accept online payments. Banking details are included at the bottom of the order form.

Both the order form and an appropriate size guide are available to view on Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/Mayfield-West-Demonstration-School-PC-

407244706665464/

P&C Meeting

Our next P&C meeting will be held at 6pm on Wednesday 17th June. This meeting will be conducted

online. Further details will be emailed to all members in the next week. New members are welcome to

attend. Please email [email protected] if you’d like to receive a membership form.

Facebook Page

Follow the link below to see our dedicated P&C Facebook Page. ‘Like’ us to stay-up-to-date with

fundraising events and goals. You can also access the canteen menu, uniform shop details and

fundraising order forms.

https://www.facebook.com/Mayfield-West-Demonstration-School-PC-

407244706665464/


https://www.entertainmentbook.com.au/orderbooks/3566y5


https://www.facebook.com/Mayfield-West-Demonstration-School-PC-407244706665464/









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Newsletter · 2020. 8. 22. · Newsletter Mayfield West Demonstration School Gregson Avenue, Mayfield NSW 2304 P 4968 1539 F 4960 2367 E [email protected] Week 6 Term