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Cnr Weemala and Ramsay Rds Pennant Hills NSW 2120 Subscribe: Subscribe: https://pennanthillsps.schoolzineplus.com/subscribe Email: Email: [email protected] Phone: Phone: 02 9484 1134 Newsletter - Term 3 Week 3 2019 PRINCIPAL'S REPORT PRINCIPAL'S REPORT Education Week Education Week Yesterday was a fantastic day at Pennant Hills Public School to celebrate Education Week this year. The Walk-A-Thon was an outstanding success with all students thoroughly enjoying themselves. A great event organised by Mrs Reid and Mrs Kulatunga from the P&C, who were well supported by other parents and staff from our supportive and caring community. The afternoon/early evening saw all classrooms open for parents to see for themselves the wonderful work taking place in the classrooms. These learning opportunities are possible due to the community as a whole. We have supportive parents, interested and engaged learners and caring staff who put countless hours in to their preparation for the learning that takes place in their classroom. Thank you to the many parents who took time to visit the Library and donate a book. This greatly assists the students in having up-to-date and interesting literature to read. Thank you to every single person involved for such a great day. Athletics Carnival Athletics Carnival Last week finally saw some great weather to hold the Track and Field Events for the school’s Athletics Carnival. A huge congratulations to Mrs Castro Gonzalez (nee O’Toole) who organsied such a wonderful set of events. The most pleasing aspect of the carnival was the tremendous support and encouragement provided by the students towards their peers and fellow competitors. It was absolutely amazing to see competitors supporting each other’s’ endeavours and congratulating the winners despite missing out themselves. AMAZING! Thank you to the P&C for their commitment to all school activities. The Canteen ran on the day and was very popular with the students. Thank you to our Canteen Manager, Heather, and the Canteen Committee for all their efforts. Thanks must also go to Mr Passe de Silva, Mr Wilkins and Mr Whalan for cooking the BBQ for lunch. Their time is certainly appreciated. Congratulations to those students who competed and did their best. This is what the day is all about. Next week is the Zone Athletics Carnival where students in most events will represent our school at the Beecroft Zone PSSA Athletics Carnival. Good luck to all those competitors. Student Achievement Student Achievement Last week Lily (Yr 5) competed in the School Sports Australia National Games for Diving. These national titles were held in Melbourne. A very humble Lily came 5 th in the competition. What an amazing achievement! To reach the Nationals Lily had to compete against students at a Regional and State level in order to qualify. What a star! P&C & Cyber Safety P&C & Cyber Safety Tonight Constable Lucca from Ryde Local Area Command will be talking to parents about Cyber Safety. This talk will begin at 7pm, with the P&C meeting beginning straight after. Everyone is welcome to attend tonight. We will be meeting in the hall on the K-2 site. Constable Lucca’s talk is a great way to gain information to support your children to be safe when using technology. Kind Kind Regards Regards Mr Mr Matt Matt Pinchbeck Pinchbeck Principal Principal PRINCIPAL'S PRINCIPAL'S AWARDS AWARDS K-2: K-2: Bobby Z, Alexander R, Evie R, Elinore F, Jamie K, Monica L 3-6 3-6: Merrian L 1
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Cnr Weemala and Ramsay RdsPennant Hills NSW 2120Subscribe:Subscribe: https://pennanthillsps.schoolzineplus.com/subscribe
Email:Email: [email protected]:Phone: 02 9484 1134
Newsletter - Term 3 Week 3 2019
PRINCIPAL'S REPORTPRINCIPAL'S REPORT
Education WeekEducation Week
Yesterday was a fantastic day at Pennant Hills Public Schoolto celebrate Education Week this year. The Walk-A-Thon wasan outstanding success with all students thoroughly enjoyingthemselves. A great event organised by Mrs Reid and MrsKulatunga from the P&C, who were well supported by otherparents and staff from our supportive and caring community.
The afternoon/early evening saw all classrooms open forparents to see for themselves the wonderful work taking placein the classrooms. These learning opportunities are possibledue to the community as a whole. We have supportive parents,interested and engaged learners and caring staff who putcountless hours in to their preparation for the learning that takesplace in their classroom.
Thank you to the many parents who took time to visit theLibrary and donate a book. This greatly assists the students inhaving up-to-date and interesting literature to read.
Thank you to every single person involved for such a great day.
Athletics CarnivalAthletics Carnival
Last week finally saw some great weather to hold the Trackand Field Events for the school’s Athletics Carnival. A hugecongratulations to Mrs Castro Gonzalez (nee O’Toole) whoorgansied such a wonderful set of events. The most pleasingaspect of the carnival was the tremendous support andencouragement provided by the students towards their peersand fellow competitors. It was absolutely amazing to seecompetitors supporting each other’s’ endeavours andcongratulating the winners despite missing out themselves.AMAZING!
Thank you to the P&C for their commitment to all schoolactivities. The Canteen ran on the day and was very popular
with the students. Thank you to our Canteen Manager, Heather,and the Canteen Committee for all their efforts. Thanks mustalso go to Mr Passe de Silva, Mr Wilkins and Mr Whalan forcooking the BBQ for lunch. Their time is certainly appreciated.
Congratulations to those students who competed and did theirbest. This is what the day is all about. Next week is the ZoneAthletics Carnival where students in most events will representour school at the Beecroft Zone PSSA Athletics Carnival. Goodluck to all those competitors.
Student AchievementStudent Achievement
Last week Lily (Yr 5) competed in the School Sports AustraliaNational Games for Diving. These national titles were held in
Melbourne. A very humble Lily came 5th in the competition.What an amazing achievement! To reach the Nationals Lily hadto compete against students at a Regional and State level inorder to qualify. What a star!
P&C & Cyber SafetyP&C & Cyber Safety
Tonight Constable Lucca from Ryde Local Area Command willbe talking to parents about Cyber Safety. This talk will begin at7pm, with the P&C meeting beginning straight after. Everyoneis welcome to attend tonight. We will be meeting in the hallon the K-2 site. Constable Lucca’s talk is a great way to gaininformation to support your children to be safe when usingtechnology.
KindKind RegardsRegards
MrMr MattMatt PinchbeckPinchbeck
PrincipalPrincipal
PRINCIPAL'SPRINCIPAL'S AWARDSAWARDS
K-2:K-2: Bobby Z, Alexander R, Evie R, Elinore F, Jamie K, MonicaL
3-63-6: Merrian L
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A MESSAGE FROM THE DEPUTY PRINCIPALA MESSAGE FROM THE DEPUTY PRINCIPAL
Maker NightMaker Night
Maker night will be held during Science week next week andwill be a wonderful opportunity for families to work with theirchildren to build a STEM robot. This year we are celebrating the
50th Anniversary of the moon landing. We are focusing on bigpicture thinking in science to solve problems, and technology,engineering and mathematics to design new solutions. This willhelp forge our future paths in the areas of space operations,space science, Earth observations, positioning systems andcommunications. We look forward to seeing you on the night!We have over 100 families attending, so if you would like tovolunteer some of your time to assist, we would be verygrateful.
When:When: Wednesday 14th August (Week 4)
Time:Time: 5pm-7pm. Please feel free to come anytime within thistimeframe.
If you would like to volunteer as a parent helper, please contactme.
Arts Alive Choral FestivalArts Alive Choral Festival
Last night was the first performance of the Arts Alive Choralfestival in the Town Hall. Seven of our very talented studentsparticipated as part of the Arts Alive Combined Schools Choir.They sang as part of the massed choir and sang in a specialitem on their own. Well done to Alannah G, Freya C, ZachM, Chloe K, Maya K, Emma Y and Sophie M. A hugecongratulations to Alannah who sang a solo in “Shooting Star”.Well done to all of our students. These students will performagain on Wednesday night and our school choir will be part ofthe massed choir singing in the Opera House.
Teacher Professional LearningTeacher Professional Learning
On our continuous journey for school improvement, our staffare involved in weekly Professional Learning sessions that alignwith our school plan and priorities. Next week we will welcomeEddieEddie Woo,Woo, thethe founderfounder ofof WootubeWootube and recipient of Australia’slocal hero award who will be presenting an extendedprofessional learning twilight session to all staff. We are excitedto have such a well-known and respected educator share hispassion for mathematics with us.
Athletics Carnival Ribbons AssemblyAthletics Carnival Ribbons Assembly
This Wednesday 7 August from 2:10pm we will be holdingour Athletics Carnival and Field Events Ribbons Assembly. Thisassembly will acknowledge all of the hard work, talent anddedication of some of our sporting superstars. Families arewelcome and encouraged to attend.
When: Wednesday 7 August at 2:10pm
Where: School Hall, Trebor Road site.
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K-6 DiscoK-6 Disco
Year 6 will be holding a disco in our Hall for all students K-6on Thursday 22 August. The K-2 disco will begin at 5pm andthe 3-6 disco will start at 6:45pm. Permission notes will gohome today. The theme for the disco this year is Beach Party/Hawaiian. We'll have a great time!
Mr Bryant and Mrs GriffithMr Bryant and Mrs Griffith
Kind RegardsKind Regards
MrsMrs KateKate WassonWasson
DeputyDeputy PrincipalPrincipal
THOUGHT FOR THE WEEKTHOUGHT FOR THE WEEK
MERIT AWARDSMERIT AWARDS
6G -6G - Jasmine P, Sidney G, Eva W
5A -5A - Dhruv V, Maya K
4M -4M - Celine A, Charle S, Mary P, Alex B
4T -4T - Rebecca G, Owen Q, Manning J, Ayaana S
3B -3B - Nathan C, Tahlia C, Charlotte P.D.S
3R -3R - Anthony T, Lilly M, Althea F
COMPUTERSCOMPUTERS -- Meg G, Anthony L, Emily N, Isaiah M, Lily W,Jade F, Fiona L, Jasmine P
1-2-3 MAGIC EMOTION COACHING PARENT1-2-3 MAGIC EMOTION COACHING PARENTCOURSECOURSE
Mrs Angela Krivohlavy and Ms Claudia RomanMrs Angela Krivohlavy and Ms Claudia RomanCoordinating TeachersCoordinating Teachers
PSSA SCOREBOARDPSSA SCOREBOARD
Last Friday's scores for Pennant Hills PS v Epping Heights PS
NetballA - PH def EH 20-16B - EH def PH 19-9
SoccerA - PH drew with EH 4-4B - PH def EH 4-2
MrMr MarkMark BryantBryant
PSSAPSSA CoordinatorCoordinator
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LIBRARY NEWSLIBRARY NEWS
Library Book DonationsLibrary Book Donations
A huge thank you to all those families who visited the libraryyesterday and donated a book. It was just wonderful seeing somany families. Overall, 216 books were donated.
We are now busily organising the bookplates so that thestudents can be acknowledged for their donation. Once this iscompleted they will then be able to borrow their donated book.
Your support for the library is very much appreciated.
Book Club - Issue 5
A reminder that the closing date for Issue 5 online ordersis tomorrow Wednesday 7 August. If you wish to place anorder from the Book Club catalogue you will need to go theScholastic Book Club LOOP website page, register your detailsif you haven’t already done so and then pay by credit card.PleasePlease notenote thatthat thisthis yearyear therethere isis justjust oneone schoolschool accountaccount“Pennant“Pennant HillsHills PublicPublic School”School” wherewhere allall thethe K-6K-6 classesclasses arearelisted.listed.
How do I order?How do I order?
PleasePlease notenote therethere isis nono needneed toto returnreturn aa paperpaper orderorder formform ororpayment receipts to the school.payment receipts to the school.
“The Great Book Swap”
To celebrate this year’s Book Week theme“Reading is my secret power”, our school issupporting the work of the IndigenousLiteracy Foundation (ILF) by holding a“Great Book Swap” during Book Week onTuesday 20 August.
The Great Book Swap is indeed a fantastic way to celebratereading and raise much needed funds for remote Indigenouscommunities. This year the ILF aims to gift another 35,000 new,high quality books to over 280 remote communities. As theauthor, Andy Griffiths, who is also a lifetime ambassador for theILF states:
“The“The GreatGreat BookBook SwapSwap isis aa win-win.win-win. NotNot onlyonly doesdoes itit helphelpraiseraise moneymoney toto improveimprove literacyliteracy levelslevels inin remoteremote communities,communities,butbut thethe excitementexcitement andand funfun thatthat aa bookbook swapswap generatesgenerates willwillhelphelp improveimprove literacyliteracy levelslevels inin youryour communitycommunity oror organisationorganisationas well”.as well”.
So how does “The Great Book Swap” work?
Many thanks to those students who have already donated apre-loved book. If you would like to support the event further,you can make an online donation to the school’s fundraisingpage in the lead up to the event.
We look forward to your support.
Ms Gai Davis, Ms Meg Campbell, Miss Bridget Dwyer and MrMurray Thompson
Coordinating teachers
Ms Gai DavisMs Gai Davis
1. Go to the Scholastic Book Club LOOP website toregister your details. You will need to enter yourname, email address and a password. Click on “Addnew child” and using the drop down menu locate ourschool and your child’s class. If you have children onIf you have children onboth sites you may decide to register and place yourboth sites you may decide to register and place yourentire order just with one child to save time.entire order just with one child to save time.
2. Enter your child’s first name and their surname initial.Please note that Scholastic does not share studentdetails with third parties or use this information formarketing purposes. This information is fordistribution for when the order arrives at the school.
3. Click on “ORDER“and enter the item number fromthe Book Club catalogue and follow the prompts tomake payment by credit card.
4. All orders are then processed after the closing dateand delivered to the school to be distributed.
1. Prior to the “The Great Book Swap” the studentsbring in a book that they love but can bear to partwith. Ms Davis and Mr Thompson will be collectingthe books on the 3-6 site, and Ms Campbell andMiss Dwyer on the K-2 site.
2. On the day (Tuesday 20 August) the students bring agold coin for the right to choose a “new” book. It’sthat easy!
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Teacher / LibrarianTeacher / Librarian
P&C PRESIDENTP&C PRESIDENT
Athletics CarnivalAthletics Carnival
What an amazing day and well done to the organisers - theevent flowed so well. Big thanks to all the parents who helpedout at the canteen or the bbq, to provide lunch for everyone.Heather T, Vicki Q, Alicia C, Vivian W, Naomi D, Jen H, RussellN, Mick W, Matt W and AndrewPdS, and to Jen M for herlovely slice. The most standout memory from the day had to bethe outstanding sportsmanship displayed by all the students!It really showcased our amazing school and community,especially our superstar kids! Well done kids, you did Pennoproud!
Annual Strings SoireeAnnual Strings Soiree
The annual String Ensemble Soiree iscoming up soon! Everyone iswelcome to come along and watchour strings students performindividual items before a panelofhelpful adjudicators. Registrationsare open to all current and ex- Stringsstudents as well as guitar and bass guitar players from outsidethe ensemble.
WalkathonWalkathon
Thanks to the many volunteers who made this a great dayfor the kids and the school! Your time is much appreciatedin preparing lap cards, setting up on the day and organisingthe canteen lunch special. The event raises considerable fundsfor the P&C which are channeled back into improving yourchildren’s education.
If you can help with collecting the sponsorship money from oneor both offices, counting and compiling the funds in comingweeks, please contact Christine K on 0424 744 315 .
Remember kids, hand in your Walkathon sponsorship moneyto school by Friday 16th August to go into the prize draw fora giant Beanie Boo, book packs, games packs and $50 RebelSport voucher!
P&C Meeting is tonight, Tuesday 6th August from 7pmP&C Meeting is tonight, Tuesday 6th August from 7pm
Constable Troy Lucca, Youth Liaison Officer from Ryde/Gladesville Local Area Command will be there tonight to talkbefore the P&C meeting about Cyber Safety - 7:00-7:30pm.Parents are welcome to come along and we welcome you tostay for the P&C meeting at 7.30pm if you can.
Maker Night BBQMaker Night BBQ
Can you spare an hour next Wednesday 14th August to cookup some sausages at Maker Night?
Add you name to the roster here between 4pm and 7pm
THE GREEN TEAMTHE GREEN TEAM
The ultimate guide to Earth friendly living
● Conserve energy, turn things off● Choose renewable energy● Compost and recycle everything youpossibly can● Reduce your meat consumption● Don’t waste food● Switch to LED globes● Invest in good insulation for your home● Don’t throw it out repair it● Choose earth friendly cleaning products without plasticwrapping● Buy local, think about the carbon footprint of your shoppingchoices● Plant some trees in your garden● Avoid personal care products containing plastic microbeads● Wash your clothes/bedding and towels less frequently, air inthe sun to dry them off and freshen them up
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Contact us at [email protected]
GardensGardens andand GroundsGrounds updateupdate -- TermTerm 33Working BeeWorking Bee
The next working bee will be held onSunday 25th August between 1pm and3pm and the Primary 3-6 site.
Any helping hands will be appreciated(even if you don’t have green thumbs)!
Please bring any hand tools like wheelbarrows, rakes andgloves if you can! See you there :)
If you would like to subscribe to our P&C meeting emails(minutes and agendas), please subscribe at the following link:http://eepurl.com/dlK3PD
Visit the P&C website for P&C news, calendar dates & otherhelpful information http://www.phpspandc.org.au/
Andrew Passé-de SilvaAndrew Passé-de Silva
P&C PresidentP&C President
04106538780410653878
[email protected]@gmail.com
BAND NEWSBAND NEWS
Please check our website for more informationhttp://www.phpspandc.org.au/band
The Band [email protected]
STRINGS NEWSSTRINGS NEWS
String SoireeString SoireeRegistrations are now open for our annual String Soiree:When: Saturday, August 24th, 3pm to 5pmSaturday, August 24th, 3pm to 5pmWhere: K-2 Hall, Pennant Hills PublicK-2 Hall, Pennant Hills PublicCost: $25 per performer$25 per performerRegister online: https://forms.gle/Li7PsEZAGsAAbVBT8Registration is open to all string players, even if you aren't amember of the ensemble yet.The event provides a great opportunity to developperformance skills and get feedback from our professional
panel of musicians. You can read more about the event here:http://www.phpspandc.org.au/string-ensemble/string-soiree/
Parent HelpersParent Helpers
Next RehearsalNext RehearsalSenior Ensemble - Thursday, 8th August, Lunch time.Full Ensemble - Monday, 12th August, 7:35am. Parent helperis Jen W.
RegistrationsRegistrationsRegistrations for new members are open all year round.You can register online here: https://goo.gl/forms/qYT2tLYQhdUvuslF3If you'd like more information about learning to play the violin,viola, cello or double bass, please contact us, via email, orcome and chat to one of the committee members at one ofour performances.
--PHPS String EnsemblePHPS String EnsembleWebsite: http://www.phpspandc.org.au/string-ensemble/Feedback: http://www.phpspandc.org.au/string-ensemble/contact-us/
CANTEENCANTEEN
Pusheen says “PLEASE READ”Pusheen says “PLEASE READ”
RosterHere is the roster for this week. Please remember to sign in atthe office of either site before starting your shift.
K -2 SiteK -2 Site
• Upcoming Performances:
◦ City of Ryde, Eisteddfod-JB on 13th August
◦ Asbof - TB, ICB and SCB on 18th August
◦ North Shore Public School Band Festival
▪ TB on 7th September
▪ ICB on 8th September
• There are still some places that need filling in ourterm 3 roster!
• To sign up, please follow this link:https://phps.doodle.com/poll/cy68d5dkuw3bvufm
• The parent helper responsibilities are detailed here:http://www.phpspandc.org.au/string-ensemble/parent-helpers/
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Wednesday 7th August – Sam, Kathy.Thursday 8th August – Sally. Need one more please.Need one more please.Friday 9th August – Stephanie, Tatiana, Maria.
3-6 Site3-6 SiteWednesday 7th August – Jacqueline, Sam.Thursday 8th August – Vivian. Need one more please.Need one more please.Friday 9th August – Narelle, Leeanne, Stephanie.
TheThe canteencanteen menumenu isis undergoingundergoing somesome changeschanges. Some ofthese changes are in preparation of submitting the menu forapproval by the Healthy Kids Association. Some are to makethings easier for our wonderful volunteers, especially new ones.Some are because of lack of volunteers, and others are to tryand reduce the amount of plastic we use. Please bear with uswhile we work to get it right.
Please remember to click on the PSSA ALERT when ordering ifyour stage 3 child does PSSA sport.
Thank you to everyone who has responded to our calls for help.We are very grateful for you all.
There are still some gaps in the roster, making those daysquite frantic and stressful. If you have any spare time on aWednesday, Thursday or Friday, and would like to help at eitherK-2 or 3-6, I would love to hear from you.
Also, a HUGE THANK YOU to the BBQ LEGENDS who madethe sausage sizzle possible at the athletics carnival. They are:Andrew Passe-de Silva, Mick Wilkin, Matt Whalan, RussellNicholson, Greg Hammond and Dave Collins.
And, the lovely ladies who worked throughout the day, loadingand unloading food, cutting hotdog buns, packing lollies andserving the masses, who are: Vicki, Alicia, Peta, Vivian, Jen Hand Naomi D. A special thank you also to Mr Pinchbeck forcorralling said masses.
Heather TylerHeather Tyler
0425 274 6810425 274 681
[email protected]@gmail.com
UNIFORM SHOPUNIFORM SHOP
The Uniform Shop will not be open this Thursday 8 August.Any Flexischools orders due that day will be processed anddelivered on Monday 11 August. I apologise for anyinconvenience caused by this closure.
Dr Shoe
This term Dr Shoe will be attending the Uniform Shop onThursday 29 August from 3.00pm – 3.45pm. 15% of all salesare donated to the P&C. Alternatively Dr Shoe can be contacteddirect on 0414912838 to arrange a home fitting.
Ordering Uniforms
Uniforms can be ordered by attending the Uniform Shop duringopening hours, or alternatively an order form can be completedand together with payment of cash, cheque or card detailshanded in at either office. Orders will be filled and then deliveredto the children’s classes. A combined pricelist and order formcan be downloaded from the school website by following thelinks to Our School and What We Offer. Uniforms can also beordered online through Flexischools, however prices will includethe Flexischools’ surcharge.
Please note that uniform orders cannot be paid via the schoolonline payment service
HoursMonday and Tuesday 8:45am – 10:45amThursday 3:00pm – 4:00pm
Order forms are available on the school website by followingthe link: https://pennanthil-p.schools.nsw.gov.au/content/dam/doe/sws/schools/p/pennanthil-p/about-our-school/Updated_New_Design_Order_Form_and_Price_List_Term_3.pdf
Alison ParkerAlison Parker
Uniform Shop ManagerUniform Shop Manager
[email protected]@gmail.com
B.A.S.CB.A.S.C
We have joined the world of social media!
Come follow Pennant Hills BASC on Facebook, we currentlyhave 145 Likes and are looking to grow with our community.
The purpose for the page is to be an easy place tocommunicate with families and guardians, check it out to seewhat we’ve been posting lately and what we have been up to.
You can find us here:
https://www.facebook.com/pennanthillsbasc/
And our page looks a little like this:
COMMUNITY NEWSCOMMUNITY NEWS
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