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KPS School Choir performing at the Kariong Eco Gardens
Meets 3rd Monday of the month.
Parents and community members welcome to attend.
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52 Langford Drive Kariong NSW 2250
Phone (02) 4340 1885 Fax (02) 4340 2523
Email: [email protected]
Website: kariong-p.schools.nsw.edu.au
School Security: Toll free 24 hours 1300 880 021
Term 2 Week 6, 7th June 2013
P & C Association
Kariong Public School
School Dates for the Diary
Day Date Name
Monday 11th June Queen’s Birthday Public Holiday
Wednesday 12th June AFL Gala day
Thursday 13th June Sydney North Cross Country
Monday 17th June P & C Meeting – Staffroom 7pm
Sunday 25th August School Food Garden Working Bee
Staff News
Computer Lab Makeover
Our Computer Lab has had a complete makeover, with new furniture and layout to complement
our 30 new notepads and data projector . This has made the Lab far more usable and effective,
with every child in a class able to access their own computer.
Improvements such as this do not happen by themselves, and I would like to thank our
hardworking P&C for their financial contribution of $15000 towards the cost of the project, our Year
6 students who have donated the new chairs as their farewell gift to the school, and Mr Broughton,
Mrs Sanders and Mrs Taylor, whose energy and enthusiasm has driven this significant
improvement to the learning conditions of our students.
Surnames in Newsletters
I have had two queries this year about our practice of not giving students’ full names when we
acknowledge them in the Newsletter and on the website.
I understand that it is nice to read your child’s name in the Newsletter without the possibility of
confusing it with that of another child, but there is a good reason for this practice. Our policy - and
the policy at virtually every primary school - to publish only christian names of students is based
on advice from our Legal Services Directorate. Like all large schools, we have a significant- and
growing- number of families who request to keep their identity or location private. In most cases
this is as a result of serious and real safety concerns. To avoid any possibility of stigmatising or
drawing attention to those children and families, this policy is applied to all names published in the
Newsletter and on the website.
Please Park Legally
Thank you again to all those parents who act responsibly and safely on the roads around our
school. You are the overwhelming majority. Those few who persist in double parking, parking in
No Stopping Zones or Bus Zones, or parking for greater than 2 minutes in a No Standing Zone risk
fines between $165 and $397, and losing 2 demerit points. That risk, of course, is of absolutely no
consequence compared to the risk of being directly or indirectly responsible for the injury or death
of one of our students.
Responsible Students
On a brighter note, today Mrs Taylor and I had the pleasure of hosting this month’s Value of the
Month Morning Tea. This month’s value in focus was Responsibility, and we were able to
For copies of school notes, go online to:
www.kariong-p.schools.nsw.edu.au
acknowledge a sample of the students in the school who display a high level of responsibility
every day at KPS. I say ‘sample’ because we clearly have more than 25 responsible school
citizens. The ones chosen by their teachers and peers are representative of the vast majority of
students who take their responsibilities as a Kariong PS student seriously.
John Barwick
Monday
Remember Monday is a Public Holiday and the school will be closed. Enjoy the long weekend and students should wear the winter school uniform from next Tuesday.
Preschoolers
I ask that you supervise your preschoolers and minimise the noise made while waiting to collect your school aged children. Learning takes place until 2:55 p.m. and having toddlers and preschoolers running along verandahs and squealing, disrupts the efforts of teachers and students who are trying to remain focused on the task at hand.
I also ask that once you have collected your children that you ensure they don’t go out of bounds and damage school property. Garden areas are not play areas.
Thank you for your support with these two matters.
Congratulations
Mrs Marieann Hawkins, one of our regular casuals, gave birth last Saturday to Benjamin Jack. We know she is enjoying quality family time with her three sons.
Amanda Taylor
Help support our school!
Remember to collect Earn & Learn points stickers when you shop at Woollies.
The more we collect, the more our school will benefit. This year we are aiming to redeem our
points for resources to support Literacy in our school.
The program ends on Sunday 9th June and we would appreciate it if all sticker sheets could be
returned by 20th July 2013.
Many Thanks
Lesley Ferrie & Deanne McGann
Earn & Learn Coordinators
Choir Group News
On Saturday, 1st June 2013, the Kariong Public School Choir sang at the Footprint Festival at
Kariong Eco Gardens. The children sang beautifully to a packed hall - everyone there stopped
talking to listen to the choir.
Some of the comments we received from the audience were:
"It wasn't long enough."
"They sound wonderful."
"They brought tears to my eyes."
The choir is to be commended for their professionalism during the performance. Well done,
everyone.
We would like to thank the Gardeners of the Eco Garden for the t-shirts we used on the day and
the opportunity to sing for the community.
The choir sang a selection of the songs we are learning for the Primary Proms Performance at
Sydney Town Hall in September.
Kerry Hansard and Linda Heffer
School Choir Organisers
Tjupurru “Didjeribone” Visiting Performance
K - 6 PUBLIC SPEAKING
COMPETITION
Dear Parents and Caregivers,
Kariong Public School’s successful Annual Public Speaking Competition returns for 2013. This
competition has been a highly received initiative with positive feedback from parents, staff and
students. Over the years the audience have been entertained, informed and amazed at the
abilities, confidence and skill of each child.
All students are expected to participate at their class level. Students have free choice regarding
the topic of their speech. Students choose a topic they are interested in so they are enthusiastic in
the presentation; talk about hobbies, activities or issues that are important to you.
Length of Speech: Timeframe
Early Stage 1 (Kindergarten) -1-2
minutes
Stage 1 (Years 1 and 2) - 1-2 minutes
Stage 2 (Years 3 and 4) - 2-3 minutes
Stage 3 (Years 5 and 6) - 3 minutes
Public Speaking Tips
Generally the speech should begin with a greeting e.g. Good morning boys and girls. The
conclusion usually has an obvious ending and does not end in thank you.
Communicate a message
Have an introduction – this is your chance to grab the audience’s attention
Speak clearly
Body of speech should include interesting facts; make your points ….. use humour if you
can
Have a conclusion
Use palm cards to help you to remember what you want to say
Practise eye contact
Vary your tone
Use gesture and facial expression to convey interest
Keep to the time limit
Michelle Ryan
Public Speaking Co-ordinator
Dates Tasks for ALL students
Term 2 Week 6 - 8 Students prepare their
speech at home
During Week 9 Term 2
and Week 1 Term 3
Students present their
speech to their class and
teacher
TUESDAY 23rd July GRADE FINALS for
Public Speaking
Competition to be held in
School Hall
BWPSSA CROSS COUNTRY CARNIVAL
On Friday 31st May 2013, 48 students represented Kariong Public School at the Brisbane Water
Zone Cross Country Carnival which was held at Wyoming Public School.
All students tried their best and should be commended on their behaviour.
Congratulations:
8-9 Years 10 Years 11 Years 12-13 Years
Chris L.
Riley B.
Jarrad H.
Lachlan G.
James B.
Harry C.
Lailani M.
Grace S.
Caitlin H.
Miranda S.
Isabella C.
Tahlia L.
Cody G.
Rhys O.
Luca M.
Mitchell H.
Thomas S.
Bailey B.
Jemma M-P.
Rhiannon R.
Maggie F.
Lilly P-G.
Ella H.
Nikita M.
Nathan K.
Allyn S.
Aaron B.
Quentin A.
Kyle L.
Blake H.
Sophie T.
Molly W.
Laura S.
Brianna S.
Joanna H.
Ellie H.
Jake T.
Ciaran S.
Marcus G.
Jacob B.
Daniel A.
Blessing M.
Kya-Bella Z.
Jessica H.
Stephanie W.
Tara Ryan.
Zoe G.
Jasmine D.
A big thank you to Mrs Holme, Mrs Beckman, Mrs Schuman, Mrs Harrison and Mrs Mansfield
for helping out with transporting our students to and from the Carnival.
A special thank you to Mrs Trengrove who was our team manager on the day.
We are very pleased to announce that we have 9 students who have qualified to compete at the
Sydney North Cross Country Carnival on 13th June at Gosford Race Course.
Congratulations and Good Luck to:
Sophie T, Nathan K, Chris L, Cody G,Lailani M, Jemma M-P, Riley B ,Molly W & Kya-Bella Z.
Michelle Ryan / Analie Boland
Cross Country Organisers
As part of the stage 3 music program students were able to experience "Everything After", a local
acoustic duo featuring Jordan Brady and ex Kariong student James Draper.
School Food Garden It was great to see so many KPS families brave the rain and attend the Footprint Festival & Four Seasons Festival at Kariong Eco Garden last Saturday. The workshops were amazing, the music, information and company excellent. The next Four Seasons Night will be held just after our Working Bee….
Please put it in your diary, our Working Bee to launch our BRAND NEW PERMACULTURE FOOD GARDEN is on Sunday 25th August. We have a robust Working Bee Committee of parents and staff all ready to begin this journey with and for children. If you have any contacts out there, please ask for donations for our RAFFLE to be drawn on the day. Raffle tickets will go on sale in Term 3. For now, we are looking for donations for prizes. More great news is on its way! Karen Hill
Awards…
PrinciPal’s Gold Book award Kieran W. 1/2B Dannielle A. KQ Lily D-A. 2F
Jye A. 1H Cooper G. 1H Emily Y. 2F
Gemma S. 2F Taj B-T. 2F Jordan P. 3T
Sequoia S. 1M Rylee P. 1M Angel T. 1M
Leila E. 1M Millie C. 1M
Choir Choir Choir
Alivia D 5S Bonny D. 5C Caitlyn F. 5S
Charlize T. 5S Charlotte B. 3L Ella S. 3L
Isabella P. 5N Kalani S. 3A Laura S. 5N
Lowri R. 3A Luke D. 3L Monique T. 5S
Sarah B. 5N Stephanie P. 5N Xavier A. 5S
Nora S. 3L Tara S. 5S Riona K. 3T
Class Week 6 Assembly Merit Awards
KG Jacob G-H. Shylah W.
KB Amy S. Abbi L.
KM Kiara G. Levi W.
KH Talija M. Ella Y.
KQ Dannielle A. Eloise B.
AP Award Emily V. - KM
1C Taliah H. Sienna-Mae M.
1T Stephanie M. Charlie L.
1H Georgina R. Lucas E-K.
1M Rylee P. Billy D.
1/2B Jacob W. Miliani M.
2G Taliah J. James H.
2E Isabellah L-J. Bailey R.
2F Matthew A. Rhyley R.
AP Award Blake B. Jade S.
5G Jay L-M. Alesha B.
5N Nathan H. Tayla R.
5S Rayann T. Lachlan D.
6B Rhyse B. Victoria H.
6G Amy E. Olivia R.
6R Chloe L. Mitchell B.
Ticks
The wonderful behaviour and enthusiasm shown by our students during
the visiting performances to the school. Be proud of yourselves!
Thank you again to all those parents who act responsibly and
safely on the roads around our school.
Community News
School Banking Winners for week 6 are:
Toby M. of KM & Katrina D. from 4J
Have your say, let them know how you feel about it!
‘Keep Schools Safe Survey’
The NRMA is asking NSW schools and parent committees if school zone warning signs are up to scratch through its 'Keep
Schools Safe survey'.
The short survey gives parents and school committees the chance to provide feedback on the condition of existing signage at
their school zone.
The survey will remain open until 7 June 2013.
To fill it out go to www.mynrma.com.au/schoolzonesafety
Getting ready for camp
What do you remember most about school camp? Children can feel a little anxious before they go - but then don't
want to come back home! Here's how to help them feel confident about camp as departure day approaches.
Find out more: http://www.schoolatoz.nsw.edu.au/wellbeing/development/getting-ready-for-camp
Parenting ideas
Parenting expert Michael Grose opened his Facebook page to readers' questions for a little while recently and was
inundated. It's worth jumping online to have a look - if only to see you're not alone in your parenting challenges.
Find out more: https://www.facebook.com/parentingideas.com.au
Too sick to go to school?
Sometimes it's hard to know if your child is really coming down with something or just suffering a bout of Mondayitis.
This chart will help answer your questions about common childhood illness and how long sick kids need to miss
school.
Find out more: http://www.schoolatoz.nsw.edu.au/wellbeing/health/too-sick-to-go-to-school
Speech problems
All children learn how to talk and listen at different rates but there is a general pattern to children's language
development. If you're worried about your child's speech development – or their teacher has concerns – the best thing
you can do is get it checked out professionally.
Find out more: http://www.schoolatoz.nsw.edu.au/wellbeing/health/speech-problems
1st Kariong Joey Scouts
An invitation is extended to all interested 6-8 year old children and their
parents to an information night at the 1st
Kariong Scout Hall on Curringa
Road on Tuesday 25th
June 2013 at 6.00pm.
1st
Kariong Scout Group wants to expand their Joey Scout Mob to ensure
group growth.
Light refreshments will be served.
Come out and see what Joeys are all about. If you would like more
information prior, please do not hesitate to call Lesley on 0488 709 999
A Melanoma Fundraising Day will be held at Kariong Oval on Sunday 16th June
from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Activities include car washing, dog washing, live music
and raffles and a special guest appearance by Julie Goodwin, Australia’s first
MasterChef. Delicious BBQ, barista coffee, tea and cakes will be available to
purchase.
Hi my name is Kathy Blunt and I am an independant “Stampin Up” Demonstrator. I am currently
looking for ladies who would like to learn the art of using stamping and other techniques to create
cards and 3D paper projects. Classes are held at my home in Kariong on Wednesday mornings @ 10am
and also Wednesday evenings @ 7pm. For more information please phone on 0432 221 276.
Come and enjoy the fun and make new friends all whilst
being creative.