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Term 4 Week 3 Friday, 2 November 2018

It has been a busy start to the term and I would like to congratulate all the students who have come back and hit the ground running working hard on all aspects of their learning. Invictus Games Some of our Stage 3 students were very lucky to attend the Invictus Games excursion on Tuesday 23rd October. The students had an absolutely amazing time at Sydney Olympic Park attending the swimming heats and participating in educational workshops. Thank you to Miss Lazarevic for her tireless work in organising this event. Kindergarten Orientation Congratulations and welcome to our new Kindergarten students for 2019. Over the past few weeks we have had a very successful Kindergarten Orientation program and the new students were all very keen to visit “Big School”. They have participated in classroom visits and a highlight for us all, was the wonderful item and the smiles on the student’s faces. Thanks to the wonderful Kindergarten Team and Miss Premier who welcomed our students into their classrooms and provided our families with information in preparation for coming to school next year. Primary Principals Association Conference Performance Congratulations to our amazing teachers and the Years 1-3 dancers who performed at the Sydney Sofitel as a part if the Opening Ceremony of the Primary Principals Association Conference. We were so lucky to have this opportunity and once

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again our dancers represented our school with pride! They were full of energy and big smiles, even after their very early start to the day! They received many compliments on their beautiful behaviour and we are extremely proud of them all. A huge thankyou to our parents and carers for your ongoing support and a massive thankyou to both Miss Cascio and Mrs Chalk for giving up hours of their personal time to provide many dance opportunities for our students. Crazy Hair Day Last week the SRC hosted a Crazy Hair Day to raise money for our sponsor children in the Congo and Siza. Thank you for your support towards this great cause and I am pleased to advise you that we raised $1262. This money will

Monday 5 November Grandparents Day 1.30-3.00pm

Tuesday 6 November K-2 School Spec Rehearsal

Thursday 8 November Remembrance Day Service 10.45am K-2 Assembly 12.45pm 1 Aqua Item

Friday 9 November Combined School Spec Rehearsal. PSSA & Tennis

Thursday 15 November 3/6 Assembly Superkids 12.45pm 3 Canary Item

Friday 16 November PSSA & Tennis

Principal’s Message WGPS Calendar

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make a huge difference in the lives of these children. Group & Sports Photos On the 19th November our Sports and Special Group photos will be taken. Further information regarding uniform requirements and how to order will be sent home soon but please add this date to your calendar. Sentral Update We are aware that some parents have been experiencing some issues with the Sentral App, this is an issue from Sentral end that seems to be affecting mainly iPhone users and I have been working with Sentral to rectify these issues. I know this is frustrating but I ask that you please bear with us while we work on this. In the meantime we will send paper notes and I ask that should you need any additional information you contact the office. Grandparents Day We look forward to welcoming our grandparents to our annual grandparents day, next Monday the 5th of November. The students and staff look forward to sharing some of our recent assembly items and our school dance group performances and invite our grandparents to enjoy some afternoon tea with their grandchildren before visiting classrooms. Please remember this is a special day for our loved grandparents. Presentation Ceremony Reminders

A reminder to all families that our presentation

ceremonies are scheduled for the dates

documented below. We hope to see as many

families as possible to this important school

community celebration.

Kindergarten - Tuesday 4th December 2018

(Week 8)

Stage 1 (Years 1 & 2) - Tuesday 4th December 2018

(Week 8)

Stage 2 (Years 3 & 4) - Tuesday 11th December

2018 (Week 9)

Stage 3 (Years 5 & 6) - Thursday 13th December

2018 (Week 9)

Prefect Election Process Our 2018 prefects have been outstanding ambassadors for our school and the search for our 2019 leadership group begins in earnest this term. The prefect body at Wattle Grove PS consists of a total of 12 students. These students will include a male and female captain, as well as a male and female vice-captain, plus 8 prefects. There is no gender quota on the prefects elected. A note outlining all details has been forwarded home to all students in Year 5, for perusal by their families. The students and staff have nominated and voted to select the top 20 students who will prepare and present a speech next week. Congratulations to those students and good luck.

Thought for the fortnight

Every accomplishment starts with a decision to try Kylie Foreshew Julie Finn Relieving Principal Relieving Deputy Principal

Principal’s Awards

5 awards Kai K Red, Rachel 1 Navy, Zack K Purple, Alexander K Green, Victoria K Yellow, Darcy K Purple, Semira K Yellow, Isaac K Purple, Taliah K Blue, Kye K Blue,

10 awards James 1 Sapphire, Mason 1/2 Turquoise, Sophia 1 Aqua, Aiyana 1 Sapphire, , Jacob 1 Sky, Ella 1 Sky, Vincent 1 Sapphire, Flynn 1 Sky, Skye-Cooper 1 Sky, Ryder 1 Sapphire

15 awards Riley 2 Jade, Vienna 2 Jade, Joshua 2 Teal, Santiago 2 Kiwi

20 awards Joseph 3 Daffodil, Matilda 3 Daffodil, Mariam 4 Scarlet

25 awards Natalie 5/6 Tuscany

30 awards Dean 4 Scarlet, Bailey 5 Royal

35 awards Chelsea 6 Pink, Aya 5 Amethyst, Ryan 6 Pink, Jayde 5/6 Tuscany

40 awards Chelsea 6 Pink

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Merit Awards

K Green Henry, Aidan, Quinn, Bronwyn

K Purple Josh, Zack, Jonah, Alonzo

K Yellow Hamish, Luke, Kiara, Tanner

K Blue Taliah, Layla, Beatrice, Rosalie

K Red Jay, Max, Jenisha, Fletcher, Brayden, Emma

1 Aqua Riley, Aiden, Marcus, Abby, Chloe, Jackson

1 Navy Jack, Oaani, Niharika, Rachel, Dylan, Clara

1 Sky Noah, Joel, Jacob, Flynn, Skye, Harry P

1 Sapphire Alexis, Tayla, Mason, Ryder, Milan, Holly

1/2 Turquoise Sophie, Alexis, Nate, Mason, Ahmad, Emma N

2 Emerald Archer, Zoe, Elise, Abbey, Jai, Lucia

2 Jade Riley, Joah, Cherise, Eliza, Vienna, Dylan

2 Kiwi Lily, Jack F, Santiago, Zoe, Ofa, Lincoln

2 Teal Chelsey, Joseph A, Joshua, Isla-Belle, Amelia, Jessica

Amethyst Noah, Kayla, Aya, Kaden, Mary, Kodie, Charlie, Henry, Amity, Maeve, Lukas, Caine

5 Royal Annalisa, Daniella, Erin, Ella, Berlin, Mikaylah, Lily

5/6 Tuscany Jack, Joshua B, Ryan, Jayde, Hayley, Natalie

6 Fuchsia Tara, Emma, Ryan, Jacob, Jack, Ava

6 Pink Felicia, Clay, Brandon, Samantha, Alyssa, Ryan

Stage 2 Maths Groups Awards

K Blue Thomas, Eden, Layla

K Green Bronwyn, Aidan, Quinn

K Purple Harriot, Charlie, Darcy

K Yellow Semira, Victoria, Joseph

K Red Flynn, Sophie, Jay

1 Aqua Aria, Talan, Lachlan

1 Sky Joel, Coen, Ben 1 Sapphire Alexis, Ava, Holly

1 Navy Juliet, Aaliyah, Rawiri

1/2 Turquoise Haylee-Grace, Tillie, Madiu

2 Emerald Max, Isaac, Zoe

2 Kiwi Nicholas, Charli, Sashwath

2 Teal Emily, Joseph, Kesaiah

2 Jade Ruby, Daniel, Lachlan

3 Canary Fletcher, Harrsion, Alicia 3 Daffodil Joseph, Ira, Nuuha

3 Mustard Danica, Nirav, Levi

3/4 Coral Evan, Kaidan, Nash

4 Crimson Alice, Cooper, Caelyn

4 Scarlet Sophia, Draven, Thomas

5 Amethyst Kayla, Indiana, Marcos

5 Royal Metallyka, Hawraa, Ella

5/6 Tuscany Hayley, Gabby, Abdul 6 Fuchsia Henare, Brayden, Andrew

6 Pink Chloe, Taya, Chelsea

Lachlan 2 Jade Alice 4 Crimson

State Public Speaking Last Friday, Jayda represented our school at the State Final of the Multicultural Perspectives Public Speaking Competition. There was only one winner announced, but a special mention was given to Jayda for having the best impromptu speech of the competition. The impromptu topic was 'Getting Distracted' and with only 5 minutes

Miss Taylor – Bailey 5R

Miss Cook/ Mrs Atkins – Zachary G 5R

Mrs Robinson – Brock 5R

Mrs Phillips – Madi 6P Mrs Fuller – Ryleigh 6F

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to prepare, Jayda's gave an amazing speech lasting a minute and a half, about how technology distracts adults whilst driving and crossing roads and how children are distracted on their iPads and with games like Fortnite. We are so proud of you Jayda! Thank you to the other students who came and supported Jayda - it really made the day very special.

Notes home

Student Banking To all of our Student Bankers, the 5 December will be the last day for banking for the year. Please ensure you have claimed your rewards prior to this date so they can be ordered and sent to you before the end of Term. Families for students in Kindergarten to Year 5 that are leaving Wattle Grove School would you

please let us know so we can supply you with tokens to take to your next school. Please keep in mind that your Student ID will change and you will need to get this from your new school if they do Student Banking with the Commonwealth Bank.

Grandparents Day Just a reminder that Monday 5 November from 1.30pm-3pm we will be hosting a special afternoon at the school for grandparents. We understand that some grandparents will require the assistance of a parent, but please keep in mind that this event is a day for grandparents only. Afternoon tea will be provided as well as open classrooms and an outdoor concert. We look forward to celebrating this special occasion with you.

Partial Absences The office has noticed a high number of children arriving late to school and on a regular occasion. We appreciate that sometimes there are valid reasons (dental, specialist, doctors appointment)

Date Year/ Class

Details Returned By

25/10/2018 Eldest Child Fair Mufti Day for Lolly Stall

N/A

25/10/2018 Eldest Child Grandparents Day

1/11/2018

26/10/2018 School Spectacular Dance Group

Rehearsal Reminder

N/A

Office News

Other News

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however please keep in mind this does effect the attendance record of your child. Partial absences are also for leaving school early. In these circumstances, please provide your child with a note to give to the teacher. This will ensure there is minimal disruption to classes and will allow the teacher and office staff to have the student ready for an early departure. Please do not call the office to have your child removed from class early unless the circumstances are urgent or unavoidable. It is a requirement by the Department of Education that all full and partial absences must be explained in writing by the parent/caregiver to the school within 7 days of the first day of absence. We appreciate your understanding with this. Extended Leave Please be advised that if you are planning a family holiday or other leave that involves your child being absent from school for more than 5 days the Department of Education requires an Extended Leave Form to be completed and approved by the Principal. This form is available from the front office.

Invictus Games Excursion 23rd October What a fantastic day out in support of the Invictus Games! Year 6 students participate in a STEM session with Ozobots, Dashers, 3D printing and virtual reality activities, while year 5 went on a behind the scenes tour of ANZ stadium. Swimming heats were inspirational to watch and all students cheered on our Aussie team with excitement!

Remembrance Day Commemorative Service Please see below invitation to the WGPS Remembrance Day Service to be held on Thursday 8th November at 10:45am. The invitation was also sent out via Sentral on Thursday 25th October.

Education Assistance Scheme DCO provides a range of services and resources for Defence children, to assist with the transition between schools and education systems when a member is posted within Australia, and to provide support for the unique needs of Defence

students. Defence may reimburse fees for educational services external to the school. Students may be entitled to up to 14 weeks of tutoring in any subject that has been recommended by the school principal or the child’s teacher. This applies to primary and secondary students, within the first 18 months of commencing at the new school.

Deployments and Absence Please make sure you let your child/ren’s classroom teacher or I know if a member of your family is away for an extended period of time. Having this knowledge will go towards supporting the student/s at school throughout the absence period.

Kim Lazarevic

Defence School Transition Aide

“Light the Night for Blake” was held on Saturday,

20th October. On behalf of Kim and her family

we’d like to thank everyone for coming and

supporting this event. Despite the terrible

weather we had a great turnout and made $7,500

for the Leukaemia foundation; a tremendous

effort over a few hours. Thank you to everyone

who helped on the night; selling raffle tickets or

on the BBQ. A huge thank you to our WGPS

dancers and our To Shine singers for keeping us

entertained on the night.

It was a moving experience to be a part of to

remember our beautiful Blake and to recognise

the blood cancer journey many of our community

are going through at present.

Thanks again

The Light the Night Committee Disclaimer: The NSW Department of Education and Wattle Grove Public School do not endorse companies, services or products that are advertised in our newsletters or leaflet distribution.

Thank you

Defence News

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INVICTUS GAMES EDUCATION PROJECT EXCURSION

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“Light the Night” for Blake

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