Berkeley Vale Public School www.berkeleyva-p.schools.nsw.edu.au

Newsletter Thursday 11 June 2015 – Issue 9

* UNSW Writing Competition Mon 15 Jun * Paul Kelly Cup AFL * UNSW Spelling Competition * Events Committee Meeting 6pm * P&C Meeting 7pm Tue 16 Jun * Central Coast Dance Festival Wed 17 Jun * Colour Run Fundraiser Thu 18 Jun * Reports sent home * P&C Trivia Night 7pm * Year 6 AVID Day Fri 19 Jun * School Council Meeting * Stage 3 Mufti Day * Koori Choir Workshop Tue 23 Jun * Student Led Conferences Yrs K-6 Wed 24 Jun * Back up Day Colour Run Fundraiser Thu 25 Jun * Primary Athletics Carnival Fri 26 Jun

What a wonderful time we had last night at the disco.

It was full of brightness and energy. Congratulations to

all students who participated in this school event. All

discos are organised by the school SRC (School Repre-

sentative Council) and run by a different stage each

term. Many thanks to the teachers on Stage 1 (year 2)

and stage 2 (year 3 and 4) for giving up their night to

organise and run these fantastic events.

Congratulations to Ryan Goldsworthy of 6E who yester-

day received his Silver Medallion,; this is such a pres-

tigious award that in my 18 months at Berkeley Vale PS

this is the first that I have had the absolute pleasure in

presenting. Ryan has shown wonderful citizenship qual-

ities throughout the last 4 years to be awarded this.

As of this week Mr Darrell Keirnan (Deputy Principal)

will be working three days per week. These days will be

Monday-Wednesday. On Thursday and Friday we wel-

come Mr Chad Tsakissiris who will be filling this vacan-

cy for the remainder of 2015. We will also be welcom-

ing next term our new Deputy Principal Mrs Lucie Nor-

man, who was successful in gaining the permanent

position previously held by Miss Sandra DeGruchy.

Lucie comes to us with amazing skills, knowledge and

expertise and we look forward to her commencing in a

few weeks time.

Narelle Armour Principal

MERIT AWARDS Congratulations to the following students:

KB Hayden Lockwood Angus Ward Isla Brown Jack Etches KD Oceane McElhinney Darci Morrison- Shorrock Max Bretherton Xanthe McElhinney KH Holly Hopkins Cruz Dinas Ellissa McLean Declan Brown

KL Marcus Kind Isaac Harvey Hannah Brown Remi Morrison- Shorrock KS Matilda Renda Zoe Moore Lily Daniels Riley Bell KV Kyle Curtis Joshua Woodhouse Elizabeth Bishop Ethan Pannell 1F Eamon Gaffey Amelia Gillham Chloe Wells 1L Harrison Reid Nieve O’Connor Hayden Cox 1N Matilda Lansdowne Ryan Monteleone Madeline Shaw Aysha Alameddine 1T Jhett Symes Summer Yea Leeroy Johnson Elizabeth Wilson 1W Hollie Flack Will Jenkins Tom Shield 1/2K Flynn Leseur Caitlyn Redman Grace Densem Lachlan Cobeanou 2H Bailey Denham Noah Graffen Kayne Christensen Stella Juarez 2M Dean Brown Tiarna Sharp Ethan Hoole Myka Greenwood 2RH Gemma Winkle Billy Lucas Evelyn Cumberland Tyson Sevander 2S Isabelle Mula Kyan O’Riordan 2/3A Gemma Fletcher Ella Reardon Molly Sutherland Kallebb Jones 3R Thomas Fitzgerald Sophie Knott 3D Tayla Hawkins Lillee Rogers 3H Ella Filose Leo Pritchard 3/4P Olivia Schalkwyk Ethan McDonald 3/4T Hunta Ewing Savannah Blackett 4CH Dezariah Ogotau Kaden Holton 5A Rohan Westman Mackenzie Weatherly 5B Danny Hopkins Ivy Little-Wright 5W Cailin Halliwell Caleb Sharp 5/6C Jay Woodward Chloe Swain 6D Jarrod Smedley Shylah Mills 6E Morgan Sindel Ryan Goldsworthy

Berkeley Vale Public School - Celebrating 100 Years

Year 6 had the pleasure of meeting the Minister for Dobell – Karen McNamara and Senator Deborah O’Neill. We also had a fabulous time at very, very cold Thredbo, where we went on a chairlift ride and the stu-dents got to be creative building snow people and making snow angels.

Berkeley Vale Campus GATS Test Year 6 students had the opportunity to sit the GATS test yesterday at TLSC - Berkeley Vale Campus. We wish them all the best. SRC Discos The K-2 and 3-6 discos were held last night and the students seemed to have a wonderful time, dressed in the ‘fluoro’ theme. All money raised goes to our Student Representative Council. Thank you to all students and staff who supported this event. Design and Technology Day - 6/7 Transition 15 students were given the opportunity to attend TLSC – Berkeley Vale Campus for a Design and Technology Day today, this involves being a part of workshops in woodwork, design and cooking. These days are a part of our Year 6/7 transition and give students the opportunity to expe-rience high school life. Koori Choir Workshop The TLLC Koori Choir will be having their Term 2 workshop and perfor-mance on Tuesday 23 June at Chittaway PS. Notes will be sent home shortly. Mufti Day On Tuesday 23rAugust students will be allowed to wear Mufti to school for a gold coin donation, this is to help raise money for our PBL rewards. The theme is ONESIES/PJs. Students are to wear appropriate PJ clothing (no singlets and summer wear) and make sure they have proper shoes on (not slippers).

Janelle Chapman Assistant Principal

Centenary Challenge: Photo Project Many thanks to former students who have been scrutinising 1993 photos so class members are identified in readiness for the Centenary celebra-tions. The latest group of super sleuths included Alicia McAuley, Courtney Jackson, Brooke Walpole, Simon Pettinger, Erin Buxton, Jayde Morley, Tim Richardson, Mitch and Nick Pont. In addition to former students studying printed copies of school photos, some old classmates have banded together identifying young faces post-ed on our Facebook Group: “Berkeley Vale Public School Centenary Cele-brations 2015.” Special mention goes to Jason Wynne for his wonderful contribution to the project. Thanks, Jason.

Nita Pont (Centenary Committee)

Interrelate Family Evenings Every alternate year we organise a family evening with Inter-relate School Services where families can attend one or both sessions. These two sessions are: 6:00 – 7:00 pm “Where did I come from?” (Reproduction & Childbirth) 7:15 – 8:15 pm “Preparing for Puberty” (Puberty) The date we have scheduled is Monday 3 August (Week 4 Term 3) The cost will be $25 per family per session or $30 if attending both sessions.

Student Led Conferences Once again this year, on the last Wednesday of the term (24/6) from 3 – 6 pm, we will be conducting student led con-ferences in place of parent/teacher interviews for most clas-ses. Teachers will schedule a brief time for each family to talk about details but the 20-minute time slot is aimed at your child showing what they are doing in class, how they can improve, and setting some goals for the rest of the year in consultation with their parents.

Class 4CH Department of Education contractors came to the school this week to assess works to make the 4CH demountable class-room habitable after our bad storms earlier this term. Unfortu-nately, due to the high demand for building maintenance, it will be 1 to 2 more weeks before work can begin. The contrac-tors have assured us that if the work can be brought forward to accommodate a speedier solution they will let us know.

Darrell Keirnan Deputy Principal

Student Absences The Education Act (1990) requires parents to ensure that their children of compulsory school age attend school on each day that the school is open for instruction unless there is a good reason for them not attending. When students are absent, parents are required by law to provide the school with an acceptable explanation within 7 days of the absence. We are currently feeling the effects of the changing seasons with a number of illnesses going around and more absences occurring. Please contact the school if your child is absent for more than 2 days or send in a note explaining reason for the absence when your child returns to school. You are also able to report absences on the Skoolbag App.

Kindergarten Enrolments & KNX 2016 We are now accepting Kindergarten enrolments for 2016. If you have a child turning 5 by 31 July 2016 please come to the office to collect all the relevant enrolment forms.. The school will be running the KNX Transition Program which is a 10 week program. This prepares your child for the rou-tines and procedures of Berkeley Vale Public School. The pro-gram will begin Monday 7 September (other days of the week available) . Registration forms are available at the office. For further information please contact the office staff on 4388 1796.

Sharon Hoult Relieving Deputy Principal

Year 6 Canberra Last week Year 6 went on their Canberra Excursion. The stu-dents had some wonderful experiences attending Parliament House, War Memorial, National Museum, Questacon, Australi-an Institute of Sport and Australian Electoral Commission. The Embassy drive was a wonderful experience where we got to see a lot of the Embassy and High Commission Houses.

Year 6 visiting our National Capital—Parliament House

Year 6 enjoying the snow

Year 4 Myuna Bay Camp Last week students in Year 4 travelled to Myuna Bay Sport and Rec-reation Camp for a fun-filled three day camp. The students experi-enced a range of fantastic activities including canoeing, rock climb-ing, a giant swing, bike riding and archery. These activities required the students to team build, communicate with peers and instructors, test their confidence and conquer fears. Thank you to the students who attended, you were AMAZING and it was great getting to know you all! Thank you to the teachers who went above and beyond to make this camp a wonderful experience for all. Finally, thank you to the parents and families of BVPS for always supporting the fabulous experiences we aspire to provide your children. Here are some recounts of the trip:

“OMG, we’re finally going to Myuna Bay camp,” I excitedly said to my friends as the bus pulled up. Everyone was so eager to get on and leave school. The bus ride was a bit boring but everyone got excited all over again when we arrived. At first I thought camp was going be boring, as we had to carry our heavy bags all the way to the cabins. But, after seeing the awesome cabins everything turned around. Our first activity was bike riding and it was a lot of fun….well, until people fell over on the gravel. We pulled up at the bay and got to see turtles and lots of fish jumping out of the water. Unfortunately, no sharks were spotted that day. After that we went to archery and Mrs Trasler got two bull’s-eyes! Later that night, we went to the recreation hall to play games. The next day we went rock climbing and canoeing. Five people from 3/4T made it to top! They were lucky enough to abseil down the 5m wall. We also got to investigate marine animals while we were ca-noeing. On the final day we went on the giant swing. I went all the way to the top! My heart dropped when I pulled the rope, but it was so much fun. Finally, it was time to go and everyone was sad.

Written by Hunta Ewings 3/4T

Last week, Year 4 went to Myuna Bay camp. I had the best three days of my life. There were so many great activities, but canoeing had to be my favourite and least favourite activity. After canoeing for quite a while and getting stuck many times, we stopped at a sandy beach. Bonnie and I went diving for turtles. Just when we thought we found one we realised it was just a stick. On the way back we got stuck in a bush and capsized the boat. Bonnie and I went tumbling out. When we finally got back in the canoe, we could see blue-ringed octopus below us. It was the best and worst five minutes of my life. My least favourite activity was the giant swing and rock climbing because I am afraid of heights. But I did both activities and was so proud that I pushed myself. Our grade did a great job on all of the activities and everyone did their best. Myuna Bay had ‘ok’ food, great activities and awesome cabins. I hope we get to go again.

Written by Emily Lucas 3/4T

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Ports Sport Shorts We would like to congratulate Will Steele for representing Sydney North in the Rugby League State Carnival. The team won 2 and lost 3 games and finished 9th overall.

Sydney North Touch Trials were held yesterday and Will Steele and Hemi Knebel attended. Congratulations on your efforts and to Will who made the North Sydney Team.

Well done to the students competing in the Classic Shield Knockout today. Mr Fitz’s Opens Rugby League Team play their match against Bateau Bay. We wish you the best of luck.

Good luck to Mr Morton’s 10’s Rugby League Team who compete in the All Schools State Knockout on Friday.

The following students are competing in the Sydney North Cross Country Carnival at Gosford Showground; Noah Martin, Xander Martin, Quinn Richardson, Hemi Knebel, Elizabeth Shearer, Georgie Barber, Alanna Bennett & Indiah Ellis. We wish them the best of luck!

Matt Porter Sports Co-ordinator

Students from our school have recently undertaken an education tour of the national capital. Students were given the opportunity to participate in a variety of educational programs with a focus on Australia’s history, culture, heritage and democracy. The Australian Government recognises the importance of all young

Australians being able to visit the national capital as part of their

Civics and Citizenship education. To assist families in meeting the

cost of the excursion the Australian Government is contributing

funding of $20 per student under the Parliament and Civics Educa-

tion Rebate program towards those costs. The rebate is paid direct-

ly to the school upon completion of the excursion.

Year 4 Students enjoying canoeing at Myuna Bay

Conquering the Climbing Wall

Will Steele representing Sydney North in Rugby League

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Sydney North Hockey I went to Murwillumbah on 26 May to represent the school in my favourite sport, Hockey. Our Sydney North team won 1 game, lost 1 and drew 4 matches. Overall we came 4th in our Pool and equal 7th in both pools. Before making this team, I had to try out and be accepted, go to training sessions and train and play hard! Our team had the time of their lives, so if there is a sport you love competing in, GO FOR IT, keep trying and never look back! You never know how good you are at some things until you try. You could become a world champion someday…..Just Believe!!

Lillie Alexander Hockey Representative

P&C NEWS Trivia Night Friday 19 June - This is an over 18’s event! A table for 8 will be $100 and you will receive a plate of food to start the night. There will be plenty of prizes and lots of fun to be had. Book and pay for your table at the office. Facebook Page – Please ‘like’ our new Facebook page – ‘Berkeley Vale Pub-lic School P&C’ to keep up to date with P&C and school events.

Stay tuned for more details, however feel free to come along to our P&C meetings once a month or email the P&C on bvp_c@hotmail.com if you have any suggestions or constructive feedback.

The events committee will meet on Tuesday 16 June at 6pm in the staffroom. The next meeting will be held in the staffroom on Tuesday 16 June at 7pm. Meeting Agenda

BBQ and covered area quotes

Vacant positions/subcommittees

Constitution/By Laws

Welcome kit for new members

Trivia Night

Father’s Day stall/Breakfast

Winter uniform