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Term 4 Week 4 November 2, 2016
WHALER NO 17
Website: www.mosman-p.schools.nsw.edu.au Phone: 9969 9325
Email: [email protected] Fax: 9968 1324
Dates to Remember
Follow this link to the yearly calendar: www.mosman-p.schools.nsw.edu.au/calendar
PRINCIPAL’S REPORT
Mr Connelly is on long service leave and I will be relieving as Principal this week. Remembrance Day marks the 98th anniversary of the Armistice that ended the First World War (1914–18). Each year on this day, Australians observe one minute’s silence at 11am, in memory of those who died or suffered in all wars and armed conflicts. Students in K-2 will observe a minute’s silence at 11.10am after their morning tea break. Students in 3-6 will observe a minute’s silence at 11.00am in their classroom.
Parent input is sought as part of our annual review and for 2016 planning purposes. All parents are encouraged to complete this short survey https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2016MosmanParentSurvey on aspects of school life related to communication, student wellbeing, and learning. The survey is open until NOVEMBER 30 and your time is much appreciated.
The culmination of ArtFest will take place on Saturday evening starting at 6.30pm. The evening will be a fantastic opportunity to look at the students amazing art works, bid on class artwork and enjoying the live entertainment whilst having a picnic with friends. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the parents who have assisted the students in creating the combined class art work and the teachers for their support and effort in developing
the individual art works with students. We look forward to seeing you all there. Effective planning for 2017 is reliant upon accurate student enrolment numbers. If you have a pre-school child who is not yet enrolled, please contact the office immediately. Conversely, if you are leaving the school [and not in Year 6], please advise the office in writing using the form at the end of this Whaler. Kindergarten Transition – started on Tuesday and 104 pre-schoolers eagerly participated in the activities in the classrooms. Our Year 6 helpers were fantastic in their roles as parent chaperones and classroom support. The Amadeus Band were outstanding as they entertained the parents with their wonderful performance. I can report the shedding of no tears ,even by the children! Our second session will be held next Tuesday, November 8 at 9.30am in the hall. Rocket Reading Program- Volunteers Needed-. The program runs daily from 9.00am to 10.00am for some Year 1 students. We are in need of some tutors who can volunteer and commit to one morning every week. Training will be provided to tutors. If you are able to assist please see Ms Tobia or phone the school office on 9969 9325. Your support and time would be greatly appreciated. Nadia Tobia - Relieving Principal
REMEMBRANCE DAY at Mosman Public School Remembrance Day will be commemorated at MPS on Friday, November 11. Throughout the week students across the school will participate in class discussion, written tasks and artwork related to Remembrance Day. On this historic occasion we honour and remember with pride, all those Australians who served our nation in wars, conflicts or peacekeeping duties. On Friday, November 11 we will observe one minute’s silence as a mark of respect. Please see the Remembrance Day Haiku written by 3B.
CELEBRATING SUPERB WRITERS at Mosman Public School Throughout the year MPS has had a focus on improved writing outcomes. This writing sample is a snippet of work completed in Years 3 and 4, on the use of literary devices such as simile, metaphor and personification. Kerry McConaghy – R/Deputy Principal
PBL SEAT Steve and the boys from Mosman Men’s Shed at George’s Heights designed and made a special bench for students displaying positive behaviour and following school expectations. It is made from very rare recycled Australian cedar…from a tree that felled in Northbridge. Vanessa Grayson – Assistant Principal
STUDENT HAPPENINGS
Book Parade A big thank you to all the people involved in the 2016 Book Parade! A great morning was had by all!
The World’s Greatest Shave – Hairdressers needed with clippers!!
Mr Connelly and a number of students will be taking part in this year’s Greatest Shave to raise awareness and funds for cancer research. The event will culminate on Wednesday November 23 at 12.00pm. Students will attend a K-6 Assembly for the event. As there are a number of students involved we need the support of a few hairdressers with clippers. If you can assist in this way we would be most grateful. Please contact Ms Gina Burnet (SG) or Mrs Barbara Tauber (ST) on (02) 9969 9325. Please support The MPS Shave at:
https://secure.leukaemiafoundation.org.au/registrant/TeamFundraisingPage.aspx?teamID=99211&langPref=en-CA#&panel1-1 This link is also provided on The School Website and Class Edmodo pages.
Remembrance Day Haiku Poems by 3B On this special day We celebrate those who have Fought for our country. - By Charlotte and Millie The eleventh of November, we remember The people who died. – By Lily P and Maeve It is the day when The war finally stopped and Skies were blue again. – By Annabelle Many brave people Went to war to fight for us We must respect them. – By Novak and Ralph On a special day We remember the soldiers Who fought for freedom. – By Olivier and Sam Fighting for world peace A day when poppies shimmer For the end of war. – By Amelia and Grace Everyone will think About the people who fought
Eleven O’Clock. – By Issy
Time to celebrate Where people fought in the war It’s remembrance Day. – By Willow A day when we mourn For soldiers who fought and died. They fought for freedom. – By Elliot and Thomas The day poppies sway People have fought in the war Bravely and fiercely. – By Robyn and Lily D The end of the war The day soldiers fight no more Now red poppies grow for sure. – By Josh Remembrance Day is A day to remember the Boys who fought for us. – By Ji and Hugo
Remember the war And the people who died there Fought for us to death. – By Reuben and Jasper Remembrance Day is A very special day for The people in war. – By Clover and Sofia We remember the Soldiers that left you behind They saved your country. – By Jayden Now Remembrance Day Is already nearly here It’s time for respect. – By Lucas Remember the brave People who fought for us, and How risky it was. – By Henry It is time to think About the people who fought For our great, big world. – by Elodie
CREATIVE & PERFORMING ARTS In week 2 of this term, the Mosman Public Drama Group, performed at the State Drama Festival, at the Seymour Centre. Our skit is on NAPLAN and we are all teachers. The title of our skit is Negative Anti Purposeful Learning and Needs. It was hard getting into State. Our journey began with a woman firstly coming to our school and auditioning our skit. She gave it an A+! We performed at NIDA for the Arts Alive Drama Festival. The best skits at NIDA and around NSW were selected to perform at the State Festival! And that was us! On Thursday in week 2, the Drama Group had a drama workshop. Our drama teacher, Russel was very funny and great at acting! We played fun games and activities. Russel also taught us some very good acting tips. That night, we performed our skit. On Friday night, we performed again at the VIP show. This was our last performance ever, so we gave it our all. I had a great time performing on stage. I'm so glad I chose to be a part of the Drama group this year. Olivia S
P&C NEWS Artfest 2016 We hope you have had a chance to view the artworks at the ArtFest exhibition at the Landship Gallery. Class Artworks The Class artworks will be on view at school on Saturday evening at ArtBeats the Auction Evening and celebration of Artfest 2016 or you can view and bid on them online at
http://www.32auctions.com/2016MPSArtfest Individual Artworks Individual Artworks will be available to view and buy at the School under the COLA November 3 2016 3- 3.30pm November 4 2016 3- 3.30pm or you can order them online
https://www.trybooking.com/240863
ArtBeats – Live Auction and Artfest celebration.
Tickets to the event are $25 per head. Please note this is a BYO, adults only event.
Book your tickets now and come and enjoy live music by 'The Michael + Lucas Trio' while you take in the wonderful works of art on display and picnic with friends. You can snap one up in the live auction!
South American flair food by GOLDFISH will be available for purchase on the night. Picnic hampers can also be pre-ordered through FOURTH VILLAGE for $40 or bring your own food and drinks.
Click here to book: https://www.trybooking.com/NLXQ https://www.trybooking.com/236538
Proudly Supported by: Belle Property | Goldfish | Fourth Village | The Michael + Lucas Trio | Kalloza
Mini-Mos Positions Vacant 2017
Information Morning 8.45-9.20am Friday November 18 Mosman Public School Library Mini-Mos Fun Run and Fair is the Number 1 fundraiser for Mosman Public School. The profits from the Run and Fair provide the bulk of the money raised by the P&C each year. Some of our wonderful 2016 team are moving on, so some positions have become vacant. Handovers, spreadsheets and telephone numbers are documented. The positions are:
Mini-Mos Event Co-ordinator At the heart of the Mini-Mos team, the Event Coordinator organises the fortnightly then weekly meetings. Ensuring the team checks off its tasks on time and that communication between the Mini-Mos Team, the Fair Team and the teaching staff is core to this role.
Communications & Marketing Co-ordinator As part of the communications team, the Communications & Marketing Co-ordinator coordinates and writes the information distributed to the school families via digital and traditional media. The role also manages the Mini-Mos Website. This includes marketing the website and driving traffic to it through free and paid advertising sites, updating its content relevance and designing its style.
Fair Co-Ordinator The Fair Co-ordinator role can be a person or a group of people. The Fair Co-Ordinator(s) role is to provide a variety of profitable activities, food choices and market stalls. They work closely with the Volunteer Co-ordinator to make sure all activities have volunteers rostered.
Treasurer The Treasurer is responsible for working with the Mini-Mos team to determine budgets, manage payment of invoices, event insurance, prepare floats and count and bank cash on Mini-Mos day. Please join us at the Mini-Mos 2017 Information Morning on Friday November 18 in the library at 8.45-9.20am to hear more about these and other roles, including the Kindy Mini-Mos Co-Ordinator and the Volunteer Co-
Ordinator. We need your help! STILL TO COME Canteen Fundraiser – Christmas Goodies The Mosman Public School P&C has sourced some wonderful Christmas goodies to be sold, with the profits from sales going to refurbishing the canteen. Order forms went home last week and we have spare copies at the canteen. Don’t forget to get your order in on time.
Year 6 Farewell Dinner Dance SAVE THE DATE Monday December 12 2016 6:00pm - 9:00pm at Mosman Public School Hall
This very special event to farewell Year 6 students features a sit-down dinner with teachers, dancing and other fun activities. Year 5 students also attend this dance from 7.30pm to send off their Year 6 friends. Year 5 parents organise the event and are looking for the following items to borrow for theming on the night and will be returned:
fairy lights
empty jam or pasta jars
real palm, banana or bird of paradise leaves (not returned!)
Help and support from parents of Year 5 needed leading up to and on the day. Please email [email protected] or call 0402 04 68 95 to register your interest and availability of theming items.
Please contact [email protected] for more information.
Thank you for your ongoing support and commitment P&C Committee 2016
COMMUNITY NEWS
PLEASE COMPLETE AND RETURN TO MPS OFFICE
K-5 STUDENTS NOT RETURNING TO MOSMAN PUBLIC SCHOOL IN 2017
My child / children will not be attending Mosman Public School in 2017.
Please print student names below.
NAME: …………………………………………………….……..…..….. Class: ………….
NAME: ……………………………………………………………..….. Class: …….…….
Last day of attendance: ………………………………………
Name of new school: …………………………………………………….
Signature: …………………………………………. Date: ……………………….
