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The Pennant
Email: [email protected]
Website: pennanthil-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
Phone: 9484 1134 Fax: 9875 2333
25 October 2018 Term 4, Week 2
Principal’s Report
What a BRILLIANT BACK TO BROADWAY DANCE SPECTACULAR!!!
Every dance was magnificent! The superb energy, enthusiasm and teamwork displayed amongst the students
as they performed with pride and passion was impressive. Every student gave it their all. It was heart warming to see our amazing students, take risks, overcome fears and anxieties to step out of their comfort zone to perform in front of a 1700 strong audience. Truly inspirational!!
As I said on Friday night, I believe that our Dance Spectacular is one that will remain in the memories of our students and their families forever. Firstly, thank you to all of our students for their persistence, determination and enthusiasm to improve their dance skills over the year, supporting of one another to deliver truly spectacular performances with such enjoyment clearly radiating from the smiles on their faces!
Thank you to our mums, dads and PHPS families for all your amazing support, coordinating costume additions and family schedules to attend rehearsals. Thank you to Mike for his help with lighting and screen displays, Mr Muffet for photography, Mrs McDowell for her help with hair and make-up on the filming day, Lisa Griffith and Millie Skinner for their help on the night with make-up and hair. Mr Hough and Mr Griffith for their assistance with transportation and organisation of props.
From choreography, ticketing, props, costumes, transport, backstage co-ordination, rehearsals- to name but a few items- this was a mammoth production to organise. Thank you to Arnold for his superb choreography and costuming of the students. Thank you to the Dance Spectacular Committee, Mrs Ford, Mrs Griffith, Ms Parras, Mrs Mackay, Mr Thompson, Mrs Rudd, Miss Dale, Mrs Vanderwal, and Mrs Coventry led by Mrs Anne McLaren and Miss Lucy Ashelford, for the superb organisation and coordination of the dazzling performances. Lastly, thank you to the entire PHPS staff who supported the committee to deliver a magnificent production.
We teach you that the sky is the limit, but you have showed us that truly we should think beyond the sky. Congratulations Pennant Hills PS!!!
Term 4 Week 2 Wednesday 24 October Scripture, PHPS Parent cafe in Hall at 9:30-11:15am, Sculpture by the Sea Excursion Stg2 and Stg3 Thursday 25 October Police Talk - All stages, Chess 3:30-4:30pm
Term 4 Week 3 Monday 29 October Stg 3 Milson Island
Tuesday 30 October Stage 3 Milson Island Kindergarten Orientation Evening 7pm Hall Wednesday 31 October Scripture, Stg 3 Milson Island, School Spec Rehearsal, Scholastic Book Club closes 9pm
Thursday 1 November Stage 3 Milson Island, Grandparents Day 9:30-11:30, Chess 3:30-4:30 Friday 2 November Stg 3 Milson Island Term 4 Week 4 Tuesday 6 November P&C meeting, Kinderlinks 1, 9:30am BYOD Parent Session, 6:00pm BYOD Parent Session
Wednesday 7 November Scripture, Yr 2 transition-middle session
Thursday 8 November Yr 5 Leadership Day, Chess 3:30-4:30pm
Thought for the Week
Calendar
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WORLD TEACHERS’ DAY In Australia, World Teachers' Day is celebrated each year on the last Friday of October to acknowledge the efforts and important contribution teachers make to our society. At PHPS we are very fortunate to have such a wonderful group of dedicated teachers. Thank you to all of the PHPS staff, for all of the effort and time you give day after day to ensure our students have the best opportunities to learn and grow. The theme of this year’s World Teacher’s Day is “The right to education means the right to a qualified teacher.” At PHPS our teachers are all qualified and accredited.
LAST DAYS TO HAVE YOUR SAY - PARENTS AS PARTNERS Please use the following link to access the survey: https://nsw.tellthemfromme.com/68v24 WEDNESDAY 9am is the last chance for our community to participate in the Partners in Learning parent survey for 2018. The survey asks parents and carers questions about different factors that are known to impact on student wellbeing and engagement. We as a school use the survey results to help our school understand parents and carers perspectives on their child’s experience at school. This valuable feedback will help our school make practical improvements. We would love to have a response from every family so that the survey is a true representation of our school community, and I urge you to set aside some time to provide current feedback to the school.
2019 STUDENT ENROLMENT – NO LATER THAN FRIDAY 26 OCTOBER https://goo.gl/forms/liOtAGFFbZIQfvWA2 Thank you to those families who have already completed the ‘2019 Student Enrolment’ form. These numbers are submitted to determine the staffing allocation of PHPS for 2019. So far, we have had 72 / 388 families let us know if they intend to return to PHPS in 2019. Parents of Year 6 students do not need to complete the form on their behalf, all other students need to be accounted for. Thank you for your assistance in ensuring our enrolment figures for 2019 are accurate. Please complete this form no later than Friday 26 October 2018.
COMMUNITY OF LEARNERS - Triple P – Positive Parenting Program
Congratulations to those parents who attended the three sessions and completed the program. We know children do not come with an instruction manual, and any extra tips or strategies to feel confident and ready to deal with common, challenging behavioural issues positively, is always welcomed. Thank you to Mrs Krivohlavy and Mrs Roman for preparing and presenting this course to our community. The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive.
“It felt good to know that you are not the only one struggling.”
“It has been an excellent resource and definitely given more strategies to manage challenging behaviours. Thank you!!!”
“Provides an effective structure for parents to manage children’ behaviour.”
“Thanks so much! The handouts are fantastic.”
“A beautiful seminar. It’s a must attend seminar for all parents.”
EXERT FROM HERMIDALE PS NEWSLETTER Thank you to Pennant Hills, Largs and Maraylah Public Schools
Pennant hills Public School held a ‘Dress as a Farmer day’ at the end of last
term and their school canteen held a pizza fundraiser on the day. During the
holidays I had a lovely catch up with Rhonda Gosman who is the relieving Principal
at Pennant Hills Public School and some dedicated teachers who were in the school
planning during the holidays. We sincerely thank Rhonda, her staff, the schools P&C
and families for thinking of us and thank you to Jenny Whalan (nee Donald) who was
a teacher at Hermidale PS (in the late 90’s) and who is now a parent at Pennant
Hills. We look forward to developing an ongoing friendship with Pennant Hills PS.
STELLAR SUCCESS Congratulations to Freya C on representing PHPS playing in the Arts Alive Combined Schools Band tour to
Dubbo, this week. The Arts Alive Combined Schools Band offers musical extension to talented musicians
who meet with other likeminded students to play music to the highest quality. Well done Freya.
Don’t forget every day to remind your children how special they are and how much you love them.
Kind regards, Mrs Rhonda Gosman Relieving Principal
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PRINCIPAL’S AWARDS
3-6: Jordan T, Lucy T, Naveka I, Fin A, Martha M, Sihyun Y, Ruby B, Helen B, Joel N, Catherine B, Anna D, Charlotte E, Will A, Naomi M, Lucy T, Alex X.
MERIT AWARDS
6C – Claire K, Saxon C, Imogen H, Zara C, Tom W, George G, 6M – Jai M, Matt A, Liam N, Gracie H, Luci D, Isabel M, 5D – Lucy B, Rhianna T, Livia X, Oliver H, 5V – Sidney G, Riley B, Caitlin P, 4D – Dehiru H, Sam K, Jaz O, Orlando L, Luke F, 3A – Celine A, Callum R, Eve K, Oscar L, Flinn S, Maysa G, 3G – Fin A, James C, Tim C, Mihira Y, Ben Z, Tim C, 3O – Richard Q, Shirin G, Callum H, Chris L, Renee C, Charlie W, Sophia K, Darcy P, Charlie L, Mary P, LIBRARY – Raagni K 4B, Yana P 4M, Grace B 6C, Bryan M 3G, 2M – Sam K, Claire A, 2T – Meg G, Elijah F, 1C – Anastasia W, Ben A, Sidharth G, 1D – Josie A, Reuben T, Josh N,
MESSAGE FROM THE DEPUTY PRINCIPAL
Band 2019 – Enrolling Now Now enrolling for next year’s Training Band. Anyone interested in joining the band program, please email [email protected]. The year 2 blow test was conducted at school today, please contact the band for any last minute enrolments. Intention to Apply For Year 7 Entry to a Selective High School In 2020 Selective high schools cater for high achieving academically gifted students who may otherwise be without sufficient classmates at their own academic and social level. These schools help gifted and talented students to learn by grouping them with other gifted and talented students, teaching them in specialised ways and providing educational materials at the appropriate level. Applications for selective high school placement are considered mainly based on the Selective High School Placement Test results and school assessment scores. The Selective High School Placement Test will be held on Thursday 14 March 2019. If you would like to have your child considered for Year 7 selective high school entry in 2020, you will need to apply via the internet using a valid email address (not the student’s email address). Detailed instructions on how to apply online will be available from mid-September 2018 at: https://education.nsw.gov.au/public-schools/selective-high-schools-and-opportunity-classes/year-7 The application website opens at that link on 9 October 2018 and closes on 12 November 2018. You must apply before the closing date. Kindergarten 2019 Enrolments We are currently enrolling Kindergarten students for 2019. If you have a child starting Kindergarten at PHPS next year and you have not yet completed and submitted an enrolment application form, please do so as soon as possible. Please note that it is also necessary to bring your child’s Birth Certificate or identity documents, copies of any family law or other relevant
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Court orders, your child’s immunisation history statement and four documents as proof of residence. Please contact the school office for the documents required. Grandparents Day 2018 Senior Constable Debbie Crystal – Police Youth Liaison Officer Senior Constable Crystal will be talking to all students on Thursday 25 October. Topics
Stage 3 – Cyberbullying
Stage 2 – Online danger and Social Media
Stage 1 – Stranger Danger and Road Safety
Early Stage 1 – Stranger Danger and Road Safety Milson Island – Stage 3 Next Monday we farewell Stage 3 to camp at Milson Island. I encourage all students to embrace the week of fun, friendship and camaraderie, and to enjoy your time away. Thank you to the teachers for giving up their own time with their families. I look forward to hearing all the exciting stories about their adventures when they return safely on Friday. Kind Regards Mrs Melissa Griffith Relieving Deputy Principal
LIBRARY NEWS
Scholastic Book Club orders – Issue 7 Issue 7 catalogues will be distributed to students this week. The closing date for online orders is Wednesday 31 October 2018 – 9 pm. If you wish to place an order from the Book Club catalogue you will need to go the Scholastic Book Club LOOP website page, register your details if you have not already done so and then pay by credit card. Please note that because we are a split-site school we have two Book Club accounts “Pennant Hills Public School K-2” and “Pennant Hills Public School 3-6”. If you have children on both sites, you may decide to register and place your entire order just with one child to save time. Ms Davis Teacher Librarian
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P&C PRESIDENT
First and foremost, WELL DONE to all teachers and students for the best Dance Spectacular EVER! The night was just like going to the Oscars but the entertainment was better. A special thank you particularly to Arnold S, for his amazing choreography and vision, and for the many hours and effort he puts into teaching our kids their routines. Also to the organising committee and special presenters - you really put together an unforgettable show! Congratulations to all! Kids and Dads Camp Bookings are OPEN NOW until this Wednesday night for the Fathering Camp. DON’T MISS OUT! Please go to: https://www.trybooking.com/XGML
P&C DATES FOR YOUR DIARY
Friday 26 to Saturday 27 October – Fathering Project Kids and Dads’ Camp.
Saturday 3 November – Sandpit Family Photo Day (more info below, bookings NOW available through Flexischools).
Friday 16 November – P&C End of Year Free Family BBQ.
Tuesday 4 December 7:30 pm – Final P&C Meeting for 2018 and Staff Thank You nibbles and drinks.
Thursday 13 December – Twilight Carols Evening.
Sandpit Photos Family Portrait Day is BACK! Saturday 3 November. 20 minute bookings are STILL AVAILABLE please book on FLEXISCHOOLS for sessions between 8am and 6pm. A $15 booking fee, in which the proceeds will go towards our P&C, is your only obligation and payable at time of booking. All additional poses taken on the day are totally obligation free and will be available for purchase at your viewing session. Next P&C Meeting The next meeting of the P&C will be held on Tuesday 6 November K-2 School Hall @ 7.30pm. Andrew Passé-de Silva 0410653878 [email protected]
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BAND NEWS
Updates
Deb will be holding a "Solo Day" in Week 3 for TB and ICB to audition them for moving up a band.
Instrument blow test for new band students on Tuesday, October 23 from 1:00-3:00pm.
ICB and SCB to perform at Hornsby North on November 4.
SCB workshop with Police Band on Tuesday 13 November at PHPS school.
SCB and JB will also perform at the Celebration of Learning on the 7 December.
All the band students to perform at Christmas carols on 13 December.
Enrollments
Now enrolling for next year’s Training Band. Anyone interested in joining the band program, please email [email protected] with your queries.
Please check our website for more information http://www.phpspandc.org.au/band
The Band Committee [email protected]
STRINGS NEWS
Next Monday 29 October will be a SPLIT Tutorial: Cellos and basses in HALL (Parent Helper Hall: Sarah R), Violins and violas in BAND ROOM (Parent Helper Band Room: Inger W)
Festival Ensemble rehearsals will commence this week - Thursday 1pm in the Band Room For more information on learning a string instrument or joining the ensemble in 2019, please contact us at the email address below. The Strings Committee [email protected]
COMMONWEALTH SCHOOL BANKING
School banking is collated every week on a Thursday. In Term 4, prizes of a Zoom Flying disc or Slushie Maker Cup will be available to claim when you collect 10 tokens. We are looking for volunteers to assist on Thursday mornings with the bank bag collection, and the counting and processing of students deposits. The Commonwealth School Banking program donates money to our school P&C based on the number of students participating and the total deposits made. Please contact Jacinda Morley for more information [email protected]
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CANTEEN Canteen Special Day – Thanks A very big thank you to Karen G, Christine, Peta P, Leanne Y and Rohini for all your help with pizza day last term. The canteen raised $700 from this day, which will be donated to Hermidale Public School Drought Relief. Thanks to all who supported this fund raising day. November Monthly Special The monthly special for November is Beef Nachos. This will be available every canteen day in November, starting Thursday 1 November. Limited numbers will be available daily, so order early to avoid disappointment. If you have any suggestions for future monthly specials, please drop me an email at [email protected] Roster Here is the roster for this week. Please remember to sign in at the office of either site before starting your shift. K-2 Site Wednesday 24 October – Karen G, Carol H Thursday 25 October – Elizabeth G, need one more Friday 26 October – Narelle M, need one more 3-6 Site Wednesday 24 October – Karen G, Thursday 25 October – Christine, need one more Friday 26 October – Alison W, Vicky Q Thank you all for your help. Carolyn Harriss 0412 502 025 [email protected]
UNIFORM SHOP
Year 6 Signature Bears and Balls Year 6 parents please note that orders for the signature bears and balls are due this Friday 26 October. Kindergarten T-Towels The Kindergarten t-towels have arrived and have been distributed to all students who placed an order last term. Ordering Uniforms Uniforms can be ordered by attending the Uniform Shop during opening hours, or alternatively an order form can be completed and together with payment of cash, cheque or card details handed in at either office. Orders will be filled and then delivered to the children’s classes. A combined pricelist and order form can be downloaded from the school website by following the links to Our School and What We Offer. Uniforms can also be ordered online through Flexischools, however prices will include the Flexischools’ surcharge. Please note that uniform orders can not be paid via the school online payment service.
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Hours Monday and Tuesday 8.45am – 10.45am Thursday 3.00pm – 4.00pm Order forms including what we offer, are available on the school website by following the link to Our School.
Alison Parker Uniform Shop Manager [email protected]
COMMUNITY NEWS
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DISCLAIMER-
Advertisements placed in the School’s Newsletter do not reflect an endorsement or otherwise by
Pennant Hills Public School of the product or service.
English Classes at St Marks Anglican Church, Pennant Hills
Location: Corner of Rosemount Ave and Warne Street, Pennant Hills
Hours: Mondays, 9.30am to 12pm (during school terms) Term 4 begins Monday 15 October 2018. Final lesson Monday 10 December 2018
Cost: $2 per week Contact: Patricia - English Classes Coordinator
Phone: 9880 8012 Email: [email protected]
Web: www.stmarks.com.au
Come and learn English in a friendly and relaxed group. We have classes to cater for all abilities from beginners to
advanced levels. Morning tea is provided. Creche is available for preschool aged children. Classes use a variety of resources, including texts from the bible. We look forward to meeting you.
