4 September 2017

Newsletter Articles

September PBL Focus

R/Principal’s Message

STAFF NEWS

We wish Ms Forsyth all the best on her upcoming maternity leave and welcome Mr Dimmers who will be teaching 3/4F for the remainder of 2017. We also welcome Mr Doyle who will be relieving as the Assistant Principal 3-6 and 5/6H Classroom Teacher for the remainder of this term.

SCHOOL PHOTOS

School photos were taken today. The ordered photo packages will be returned to the school when they are finalised and we will distribute them to the students at that time. The processing and preparation is done by the photographer and not the school. For further information regarding school photos please contact

SASS RECOGNITION WEEK

This week our school is celebrating School Administrative and Support Staff (SASS) Recognition Week. SASS staff have vital roles in the success of our school community and include our amazing ladies in the Office: Mrs Fazzolari, Mrs Aylmer, Mrs Rawiller and Mrs McAlinden. Our magnificent School Learning Support Officers: Mr Takach, Mrs Biggs and Miss Bass and our wonderful General Assistant Mr Van Bussel.

Thank you for everything you do to support students, staff and families at St Ives Park Public School.

ILLNESS

During the last few weeks we have had staff and student absences due to the current flu virus that is sweeping the community. We have a number of students coming to school unwell. Symptoms involve sore throat, fever, vomiting, diarrhoea and headache. Please be mindful and keep your child at home if they are sick, to help us prevent further spread of the virus.

NSW Health describes people with influenza as typically experiencing some or all of the following symptoms for at least a week:

• Fever and chills
• Cough, sore throat and runny or stuffy nose
• Muscle aches, joint pains, headaches and fatigue (feeling very tired)
• Nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea (more common in children than adults) Some symptoms may last for more than a week. Some people may also experience very mild symptoms, particularly if they have some immunity from previous infection.

How is it spread?

• Influenza viruses are mainly spread by droplets made when an infected person coughs or sneezes
• Influenza can also spread after touching surfaces where infected droplets have landed
• Influenza can be spread to someone by an infected person even before their symptoms begin
• Adults with influenza are infectious from the day before their symptoms start until 5-7 days later
• Young children and people with weakened immune systems may be infectious for longer.

Take action to stop the spread of influenza by remembering to:

• Cover your face when you cough or sneeze and throw used tissues in a rubbish bin
• Wash your hands thoroughly and often. Wash hands for at least 10 seconds, especially after coughing, sneezing or blowing your nose, or use an alcohol-based hand rub
• Stay home until you’re well. Wait at least 24 hours after your fever resolves so that you aren’t likely to infect other people. Keep sick children away from school and other activities
• Call ahead to see a doctor. If you think you may have influenza and you need to see a doctor, remember to call first so the clinic can take precautions to reduce the risk to other people.

Further information can be found on the NSW Health website:

In addition NSW Health has a Health Alert warning on viral gastroenteritis. For more information, visit the NSW Health website for factsheets on gastroenteritis:

ATTENDANCE

Regular attendance at school is essential to assist students to maximise their potential. Schools work in partnership with parents to promote regular attendance of students.

In line with this policy, parents are required to explain the absences of their children from school promptly and within seven days to the school. An explanation for absence must be provided to the school within 7 days of the first day of any period of absence. Please contact the school office if you would like further information on this policy.

KINDERGARTEN 2018

Do you have a child starting Kindergarten next year or know someone who does?

We are currently taking enrolments and starting the organisation for Kinder Orientation later this year. Please contact the office for an enrolment form so as not to miss out on the upcoming events.

PARTNERS IN LEARNING PARENT FEEDBACK SURVEY (TTFM)

This survey asks parents and carers questions about different factors that are known to impact on student wellbeing and engagement. Participating in the survey is entirely voluntary however; your responses are very much appreciated. The Tell Them From Me parent survey is open until October 13. More information about the survey is available at: http://surveys.cese.nsw.gov.au. To access the survey for our school please go to:

Celebrating Student Success

#PBL@SIPPS

Congratulations to the following students who have been presented with their wristbands for receiving 50 catch cards! It’s great to see the positive values of Respect, Responsibility and Personal Best on display at St Ives Park Public School.

Eva – 2FT
Luca – 3/4SE
Patrick – 5/6S
George – 3/4SE
Nienke – 3/4SE
Raphael – 5/6H

Athletics Carnival Ribbons were handed out at assembly last week. Congratulations to all those students who received a ribbon for the athletics carnival that was held earlier this term.

PSSA SOCCER

Congratulations to all Junior and Senior soccer players on a fantastic season! Everyone played well and should be very proud of their achievements. I am already looking forward to next season.

Miss Emerson

This year PSSA has been great fun and we won most of our games. The SIPPS team were never ball hogs and we passed the ball a lot to each other. Training on Friday mornings was always great fun with Jack's dad. We met new friends and played against some of our friends in other schools.

Go SIPPS.

George 3/4 SE

We have played our last PSSA soccer match of the season, this year has been the best ever. I loved playing in the team with all my friends. We played really well as a team and passed the ball a lot. We had so much fun playing soccer this year because we had GREAT coaches - Matt, Miss Emerson and Mrs Hayllar.

I loved having lots of support from all the parents that came to the matches, I hope more will come next time.

Daniel 3/4 F

PSSA NETBALL

Congratulations to our Junior and Senior teams for participating in an excellent season of PSSA netball. All teams always displayed fantastic sportsmanship, team work and shining determination on the courts. Students are to be congratulated for their dedication and effort this year. Thank you to all students and parents for their involvement in a wonderful season!

Miss Forsyth and Miss Shin

Maribeth! Pass me the ball!”

My first time playing netball was so much fun. I hardly knew where any of the positions but I knew I would learn. Now at the end of the season I know all the positions and most of the rules. I have really enjoyed playing netball this year.

Milly Atkinson Di Candilo, 3/4F

Training for Summer PSSA teams will resume at 8.15am on Friday 22nd September, week 10 this term.

Inspiring & Nurturing Successful Lifelong Learners

Dance Program

This term, students in K-6 have been participating in a dance program run by Got Game teacher Rachel. They have enjoyed learning new dance moves with a focus on different styles of dance throughout the decades. The students are looking forward to showcasing what they have learnt at the SIPPS Spectacular on the 19th September. Keep an eye out for more details about the SIPPS spectacular to be released soon.

I like dancing because I get to learn different cool moves.
Lucas KH

I really like when we play games in extra time. I really like the heads and tails game that Rachel taught us because there are no winners or losers.
Cora 1S

The best thing about dancing is when you to listen to music and make up cool moves to match the music.
Braedon 1/2E

Dancing lessons are really fun because I get to dance with my friends and I like learning new dances.
Isabella 2FT

I like this song so much! I've seen the movie! I can't believe we're doing this song. Can we learn the moves now? Everyone quiet down...we're going to learn the dance. I was so excited!

It's our first time ever doing a dance with Rachel, she is our sport teacher and we are learning a dance for the end of term school concert. Every class is doing a dance from a certain decade. 3/4F is doing the 80's and we are dancing to the song Footloose.

The dance is really catchy, so nobody is forgetting the moves! We have almost learnt the whole dance! I can't wait for the performance!
Tamara 3/4F

I like the dance program because it is fun and it teaches me how to dance. Dance is a very good sport.
Matan 3/4SE

I like the dance because of the upbeat song and easy yet effective dance moves.
Meshma 5/6H

Amazingly amazing! Rachel is so good and so nice. She is my first teacher at both of the schools that I have attended.
Mia 5/6S

Teddy Bears Picnic

Today was the Teddy Bears Picnic. First Mrs Henman read me a book. Next Mrs Henman let us play some games. Next year the young children will come to school.
By Julia

Today was the Teddy Bears Picnic I liked playing the games and I also liked playing with my little sister and my favourite thing at the Teddy Bears Picnic was the balloon tennis. I can’t wait til my sister comes to school.
By Sofia

Today was the Teddy Bears Picnic. First Mrs Henman read a book to us. Next we played games. After that we did sack races and balloon tennis. I can’t wait until they come to school next year.
By Lucas

Stage Coach Year 6 Transition to Year 7

Last Monday students in Year 6 experienced another engaging and memorable time at Stage Coach. During first period of English, they decoded word puzzles and had the opportunity to create some and share them with their peers. Next, students continued working on their foam prints during Visual Arts. Finally in their last period of HSIE, students learnt about biomes such as the Great Barrier Reef and different environments around the world. Can you solve this world puzzle created by Louie?

Answer: Top hat

SRC News

On Wednesday the 6th of September the SRC are hosting a Pyjama and Onesie Day!

Please come dressed in your favourite pyjamas or onesie and bring a gold coin donation to help us raise money for Stewart House.

Students are reminded to not wear slippers and ugg boots, runners are appropriate.

The SRC are looking forward to seeing everyone at school in their pyjamas!

Creative Arts News

FATHERS’ DAY PORTRAITS

Here is a selection of portraits created by students in KH.

Their fathers look very handsome in their specially designed ties – some have colourful collars as well. Kindergarten students enjoyed creating these with permanent marker and posca pen.

What a creative gift for Fathers’ Day!
Mrs Stobo

The students showcased their latest artworks last Friday at the Fathers’ Day Breakfast. I’m sure it was just like looking in a mirror for those dads of K-2 students. Thank you to Mrs Stobo for working with the students to create those magnificent memories.

Library

To celebrate Book Week 2017, St. Ives Park Public School welcomed Tim Harris, the author of ‘Exploding Endings’ and performers Super Duper, who presented a musical show that featured books from the 2017 CBCA shortlist.

Throughout the day, years 3-6 got to meet Tim Harris and hear about the inspirations behind his writing and some of his stories. Students were also able to have books personally signed by Tim. His workshops were interactive and full of laughter, there were many questions from students and the day was thoroughly entertaining for all.

In the afternoon K-2 had a fantastic time watching the Super Duper Musical. The performers were engaging and entertaining. The performance incorporated four books that the students have read throughout the term into a musical production. There was a lot of laughter; singing and interaction from the K-2 students.

The day was very successful and I was given a great deal of positive feedback from both students and teachers.

Madeleine Borrowman
(Teacher Librarian)

Notes From the office

Term Fees: Thank you to those families who have paid the invoice for term 3 fees. Statements of accounts have been sent home with the eldest child if you have a balance owing. The preferred method of payment is on the school website. Should you have concerns or difficulties with this method please do not hesitate to contact the office and we will assist you through the process. If you are having difficulties paying your account please contact Mrs Rhonda Fazzolari in the office to discuss the situation.

Stage 1 Incursion – permission note for “Magical Mixtures” were sent home last week. The incursion will take place in the school hall on Thursday October 12th. Please note the change of date for this Incursion due to circumstances beyond our control.

Parents and Citizens Association

Father's Day Breakfast

We hope our special dad's enjoyed their breakfast with the kids on Friday morning. Thank you to all the volunteers who made this event happen.

Council Election Mini Fete

Council Election Fete planning is in full swing. Please don't forget to bring in any second hand books and DVDs you have lying around at home, and contribute a bag of lollies, sheet of temporary tattoos and / or gourmet food / toiletries for the stalls to sell and raffle. Please also let your class parent know how you can help on the day. And do come on down to vote and join the fun.

New Tennis Court Co-ordinator

Chrissie Anton has kindly taken over as our new Tennis Court Co-ordinator. So if you are after a hit, please contact her on: sippstennis@gmail.com

Next P&C Meeting

Wed 20th September, 7:15pm. Staff Room

Contact Us

stivesparkpc@gmail.com

Tennis Courts

Uniform Shop

The uniform shop will be open fortnightly from 8.45 am.

Term 3

Week 9 - September 13

Helping Hands OOSH & Vacation Care

Helping Hands

We will be running a holiday program during the school holidays: Monday 25th September – Friday 6th October, we are open from 7am – 6.30pm each day. Our program is included in this newsletter or you can collect a copy from us in the OOSH room! Children from other schools are welcome to enrol for the holiday program, so if your child has friends who attend another school feel free to pass our information along.

Part of our policy and procedure requires parents to notify us if their child will be absent from OOSH for any reason. This could include going on a holiday, representing the school at an event or being sick. Parents can contact us by phone, text or email to notify us of an absence. If we are unable to contact parents and locate a child by 3.40pm we are required to contact the police and report the child missing. If your routine changes make sure you let us know!

If you’re interested in using the service during the term or during the holidays please pop in and ask for enrolment forms so we can get you started. It’s a good idea to be enrolled so that if you ever need last minute care you only need to make a call to book your children in.

Virginia and the St Ives Park Team

Community Notices

Kindergarten 2018

Ku-ring-gai Neighbourhood Centre

Relay for Life

Parliament Fun Day

University of Technology Sydney – Bright Futures Workshops