27 August 2018

Newsletter Articles

August PBL Focus

Principal’s Message

Student initiative

I was pleased to read letters from students in 1/2 Red recently that outlined their ideas to support farmers affected by drought. As a result, the school will hold a fundraiser called ‘Fiver for a Farmer’ on Thursday 6 September. Please see details further on in this newsletter. Well-done 1/2 Red

Congratulations

Congratulations to 1/2 Blue, Ms Smith and Mrs Cronin for the presentation of a wonderful musical performance at the last K-6 assembly. At SIPPS we work hard to ensure that all students benefit from quality music education which was showcased by 1/2 Blue’s assembly performance. All students played a musical instrument with confidence, skill and enjoyment.

Healthy Kids Initiative & Life Education

As well as having the Life Education program underway, our school has also registered for this year’s celebration of Fruit & Veg Month 2018. This will be held over the month of September - from Monday 3rd to Friday 28th September.

We currently run the ‘Crunch and Sip’ and ‘Healthy Canteen’ initiatives. Teachers recently reminded students that fruit & vegies such as apples, carrots etc. should be cut up into manageable pieces. This enables students to finish eating within a short timeframe, whilst continuing with their learning.

Please be assured that recent rumours surrounding the banning of apples is incorrect. Any official communication from the school would be sent on school letter head or through the official communication channels such as The Patter or Schoolzine App. Parents are encouraged to contact the school directly if you ever have questions about school related matters.

Native Birds at SIPPS

At SIPPS we enjoy an abundance of native wildlife due to our palatial grounds. New planting around the school over the last few years has provided additional bird attracting plants. Sharing our wonderful natural environment with our animal friends brings many great opportunities as well as some challenges.

Last week for example, we had the joy of seeing up close a family of yellow tailed black cockatoos. Two parent birds were feasting on hakea cones in order to feed their hungry and noisy baby.

Also at this time of year some birds can become very defensive of their nests. One such bird is nesting in a tree inside the lower Acron Road school entrance that runs past the hall. We have had reports of the bird swooping people as they enter the school via this gate.

Students and parents can avoid any potential distress or harm by using an alternative entrance and exit to the school while the bird is in this protective mode. The alternative school entrances are the top Acron Road gate next to the children’s pedestrian crossing and the Woodbury Road entrance.

Disco Fever

Congratulations to organisers of last Friday’s P&C student disco event. Thank you to parents and teachers who volunteered their time on Friday evening to ensure that our students enjoyed some additional mid-term socialising, fitness and fun. These joint events go a long way in supporting a positive school culture at SIPPS.

SASS RECOGNITION WEEK

Next 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 and Mrs Rawiller. Our magnificent School Learning Support Officers: Mr Takach 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.

Best Wishes
Gillian Tegg

Celebrating Student Success

Congratulations to the following students who have achieved 50 catch cards by demonstrating behaviour consistent with our school’s expectations: Respect, Responsibility and Personal Best.

Marcel, Nicole, Gemma, Ryan T, Ryan S, Ava O, Ella, Michelle, Ira, Chelsea, Olivia, Edie, Calista and Benjamin.

Inspiring & Nurturing
Successful Lifelong Learners

Arts Alive Primary Choral Concert

On Tuesday August 7 the SIPPS Senior choir set off for the Sydney Town Hall to perform alongside hundreds of fellow students in the Arts Alive music festival. The day began with a bus ride over the Harbour Bridge and into the city. The choirs rehearsed for three hours to polish their performances of a varied program of music which included traditional American and Australian songs, jazz songs, a Beatles song and even a song about a duck composed by Australian singer/songwriter Rachel Collis. They were also treated to inspirational performances by a number of incredibly talented students from around the region – most notably Dhara Cullen from Bilgola Plateau PS, who played “A Thousand Years” on her harp. Congratulations to our students who worked so hard in their own time to learn their music and make a contribution to a fantastic concert. Many thanks also to parents and families for supporting your children in their participation. Bravo to all!

What's Been Happening in 5/6 Red...

5/6 Red have been learning about Poetry. Year 6 wrote 'winter' themed poems and Year 5 wrote 'shape' poems about storms. We also learnt all about Haiku's and wrote about some of our favourite things!

We also read a book called 'If I Was Prime Minister' by Beck & Robin Feiner and wrote our own responses!

We think we would make wonderful Prime Ministers in the future!

Earth Parliament Years 5 and 6

5/6Red and 5/6Blue showcased Semester One's work at Open Day during Education Week. Stage 3 created their own 'State' as part of 'Earth Parliament'. Each group had to assign themselves parliamentary roles, write their States constitution, style of government, create town maps, flags, bills and laws, and their policies on Health and Education. Parents, grandparents, siblings, friends and students then voted for the most liveable State.

All the students did a wonderful job and demonstrated outstanding Respect, Responsibility and Personal Best

Sipps Spectacular

Peer Support Update

Week 5

We introduce a 3 step model this week to encourage resilient responses; Pause, Plan, Proceed. The children take part in an activity to identify their feelings and the immediate effects on their bodies ie butterflies in their stomachs. The normalcy of feelings is acknowledged and the importance of being proactive is stressed. The children learn that pausing when they are emotional is helpful. They can do this by being still, taking a deep breath or counting to ten. Pausing gives children space to see a situation more accurately before planning a response.

Ask your child to describe the 3 steps of the model and what is involved in each one.

Week 6

This week the focus is on step 2 of the model, Plan. In Peer Support children learn the need to develop a range of coping strategies and be creative in drawing on these when planning responses. Responses include persevering, seeing the positive side to situations and engaging in activities they enjoy as a distraction for a short time.

Encourage your child to talk with you about strategies they could use as difficulties arise.

Kindergarten Korner

Notes from the Office

St Ives Park Public School

School Photography Date: 3/09/2018

ONLINE ORDER CODE: PMM 88L 3QG

Dear Parents,

School photography day is coming up very soon. Group and portrait photographs can be purchased by following the link above or by using the envelope.

Important Information:

• School photos purchased online DO NOT require envelopes returned to school*
• Don’t forget to order your sibling photos now
• Late fees/additional charges will be applied for purchases after photo day
• Photos will be returned to your school for distribution approximately six weeks after photos are taken
• Past years’ photographs including sports, co-curricular and representative groups available at school’s advancedlife & your advancedyou photo sites (follow the link above)

*Sibling photographs (if available) must be ordered either online or by order envelope prior to the day of photography. A photograph will not be taken without an order. Sibling photographs only apply to children enrolled at the school.

advancedlife would like to express our appreciation to St Ives Park Public School for placing your trust in us. Please remember we offer a 100% money back guarantee on our products to ensure your peace of mind. We would also love to receive your feedback Or resolve any issues you may experience as fast as possible, to ensure your satisfaction. If you have any questions, comments Or feedback relating to your advancedlife experience please contact us at - enquiries@advancedlife.com.au

Children's crossings

These are part-time crossings which operate just before and after school hours, as well as other times such as school excursions and lunch times. They are highlighted by red flags with the words CHILDREN CROSSING on them.

When the flags are displayed you must slow down and stop before the stop line if a pedestrian is on or entering the crossing. You must not proceed until all pedestrians have left the crossing.

You must not stop on or within 20 metres before or 10 metres after, a children’s crossing.

Combined children's and pedestrian crossing

Some pedestrian crossings are used as children’s crossings at some times during the day. The display of CHILDREN CROSSING flags means that the children's crossing is operating.

When the flags are not displayed the crossing operates as a normal pedestrian crossing.

Parents and Citizens Association

Kids Disco

What a great night was had on Friday. Thank you to Nicole, Tracy-Lee and all the volunteers who helped make it such a memorable night for the kids.

Father’s Day Breakfast - Fri 31 Aug

Dads please come and join your child for a light brekkie, collect your special gift and if you like, get them to show you what they've been up to in their classrooms. Collect your prepaid breakfast orders (for both you and your child) from 7:45 am. Classrooms open from 8:30am. Details attached

Parents Casino Night - Sat 3 Nov

We are in need of some fantastic prizes to make this night - so are asking for your help. Can your business donate? Have you got signed memorabilia or some quality wine at home that you are happy to pass on? Do you have contacts who can sponsor us? Please get in touch with the P&C on the below email.

Next P&C Meeting - Wed 19 Sep

Some of our hard working P&C and Canteen Committee will no longer be able to remain in their P&C roles next year. So we need fresh new recruits to join the team, no matter what your skillset or availability. It is a great way to get to know more people in the school, have your say and make a difference. Please join us at the next meeting and find out what we're all about, before the AGM in a couple of months.

Kindy Enrolment 2019

Enrolment season has now really kicked in. If you have a younger child at a local Daycare, Preschool or sports club that doesn't have our SIPPS 2019 Kindy Enrolment poster and flyers on display, please let us know if we can deliver you some to display there. We appreciate your help in encouraging our enrolment numbers. Also attached is a soft copy which can be distributed.

Playground Update and Contributions

The new playground planning is in full swing with the Department - and the P&C will contribute to enhance the equipment. This year’s P&C parents’ contribution is being put completely towards the playground. A reminder for anyone who hasn't yet contributed to please do so. Details attached.

Get in touch with the P&C:
stivesparkpc@gmail.com

Uniform Shop

sippsuniform@gmail.com

Helping Hands OOSH & Vacation Care

A warm hello from the team at OOSH!

We have enjoyed a fabulous holiday program and a great start to the new term. Highlights included a Spooktacular science incursion where we learnt about the rainbows on the surface of bubbles, experimented with dry ice, made our own lava lamps and even got to launch the most amazing coke and mentos rocket!

We were also visited by a group of friendly reptiles. It was so exciting to have the opportunity to hold snakes, lizards, frogs, crocodiles and even a giant cockroach! They are fascinating creatures. A holiday highlight is always our excursions. We visited the Powerhouse Museum and enjoyed lots of hands on experimenting. In the final week of the holidays we visited Sky Zone, the ultimate trampoline park for a day of bouncing and play! Each day was a great mix of cooking club, soccer tournaments, learning new games, enjoying art and hanging out with our friends.

Stay tuned for our Spring holiday program!

In other news, OOSH is now online! We have a new booking system which allows you to enrol, update your details and making changes from home or on the go. It’s free to register, simply click the following link and select register.

As always we welcome your feedback and questions.

Wishing you a fantastic term 3!

Grace and the OOSH team.
0475838226
Stivespark@helpinghandsnetwork.com.au

Kind Regards,
Grace De Wet
Coordinator
Helping Hands St Ives Park

Community Notices

NEW SOUTH WALES PARLIAMENT HOUSE

Free fun educational activities at Australia’s oldest Parliament for children from 4 to 12 years. Follow the children’s trail; enter the guessing competition, participate in the arts and crafts; visit the historic legislative chambers places rarely open to the public. Engage with roving historical characters and celebrate the 100 year anniversary of women becoming eligible for election to parliament and admittance to the legal profession in NSW.

FREE ENTRY Activities 10.00 am to 3.00 pm

The public café will be open.

All Welcome E: dps.education@parliament.nsw.gov.au
Parliament of New South Wales, 6 Macquarie Street, Sydney

PRIMARY SOCCER SUMMER 5-A-SIDE

Primary Soccer is a not for profit club offering summer 5-a-side competitions for primary school aged children.

The local competition will be Tuesday afternoons, at William Cowan Oval (the Village Green).

Cost is $150 for the 15 weeks of games (breaking for school holidays). All games have a qualified referee.

We don’t grade players, so you can play with your friends. We do grade teams so you play against equals.

To sign up or find out more go to the link below.