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LEETON PUBLIC SCHOOL

At LPS we are Respectful, Responsible and Resilient Learners

: 6953 3488 : Mallee Street, Leeton Monday, 1 June 2020 : www.leeton-p.schools.nsw.edu.au : leeton-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

What’s on at LPS

Week 6 Term 2 Phase 3

Tuesday 2nd June 2020 UNFORM SHOP OPEN 1pm – 5pm

CANTEEN IS OPEN

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Principal’s Report

Dear Parents, Carers and Community Members

Welcome to Week 6 Term 2

As we commence the second half of Term 2, we reflect upon what was an amazing return to full time schooling last week at Leeton Public School. The excitement as children returned to school full time was something unlike anything most of us had ever experienced before. The first day back after holidays is usually exciting, but never have children been away from school for such a long period of time and their excitement was obvious. It certainly is wonderful to have school returning to normal and students returning to the majority of in-school activities that they would normally engage in.

COVID-19 Return to School Guidelines

COVID-19 updates for the most up to date advice, please go to:

https://education.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/advice-for-families

GUIDELINES:

All school activities and operations will be in line with Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) and NSW Health guidelines as applicable.

School students do not need to follow strict adult physical distancing guidelines, but should follow good hygiene practices like:

* regularly washing hands

* avoiding sharing drinks or food

* coughing or sneezing into your elbow, or a tissue which should be discarded immediately

SCHOOL ATTENDANCE:

All students should be at school unless:

* they have a medical certificate which states that they are unable to return to school due to an ongoing medical condition

* they are currently unwell – please contact the school if you are unsure.

SCHOOL RESOURCES:

Children are requested to bring along all school resources that are required for learning. This means:

* BYOD K-6 – All students should bring their own device to school if they have completed the necessary permission slips. This should happen every day.

* We ask you to organise an individual pencil case for your child with required supplies such as lead pencils, coloured pencils, scissors and glue where possible. We still have supplies at school for students unable to bring their own.

SCHOOL UNIFORM:

Children are encouraged to wear full school uniform when they return to school on Monday, with Sports Uniform reserved for Wednesday (K-2) and Fridays (3-6) - unless otherwise advised.

SCHOOL ACTIVITIES:

Teachers will continue to follow the same school curriculum with the exception of some activities that can’t go ahead for now.

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What children can do:

* Use the school library – borrowing will not recommence at Leeton PS until at least 1st June. We will communicate more about this next week.

* Engage in non-contact sporting activities – the Sports Shed will be open for the borrowing of equipment for non-contact sports from Monday.

What students can’t do:

* School assemblies (unless for critical information)

* School incursions and excursions including camps

* Inter-school activities (debating, inter-school sport)

* In-school activities requiring parent or other volunteers

* Use hydrotherapy pools

* Drink from a water bubbler – bring a water bottle instead

SCHOOL GROUNDS:

There should be no visitors to school sites unless they are essential.

PICK UP AND DROP OFF:

Our drop off times remain the same. We encourage anyone picking up a child from school to collect them between 3.10pm and 3.25pm at the two usual collections points.

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Parents are requested to remain outside the school grounds and not congregate in groups while waiting for children. Please observe social distancing protocols.

CANTEEN AND UNIFORM SHOP:

The Leeton P&C Canteen will operate 5 days a week from Monday, 25th May with a limited menu for Term 2.

WHERE CAN I GET HELP?

Contact the school if you are concerned about your child's wellbeing to discuss the most appropriate support.

You can also: call the National Coronavirus Health Information line (1800 020 080) go to the NSW Health COVID-19 website for the latest information and advice talk to your local GP or Community Health Centre.

Additional support services include:

The school counselling service Kids Helpline - 1800 55 1800 - kidshelpline.com.au Headspace - 1800 650 890 - headspace.org.au Parent Helpline - 1300 1300 52 Beyond Blue - 1300 22 4636 Lifeline - 13 11 14

NATIONAL RECONCILIATION WEEK

National Reconciliation Week is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.

The dates for National Reconciliation Week remain the same each year 27th May to 3rd June.

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These dates commemorate two significant milestones in the reconciliation journey - the successful 1967 referendum, and the High Court Mabo decision respectively. Reconciliation must live in the hearts, minds and actions of all Australians as we move forward, creating a nation strengthened by respectful relationships between the wider Australian community, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

The theme for National Reconciliation Week – In this together – is now resonating in ways we could not have foreseen when the theme was announced last year, but it reminds us whether in a crisis or in reconciliation we are all in this together. Reconciliation is a journey for all Australians – as individuals, families, communities, organisations and importantly as a nation.

At the heart of this journey are relationships between the broader Australian community and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We all have a role to play when it comes to reconciliation, and in playing our part we collectively build relationships and communities that value Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, histories, cultures and futures.

As always, I would like to reiterate to all parents that if you have a concern or query regarding your child's education please make an appointment to see the relevant classroom teacher or appropriate Executive Member to further discuss the matter. Parents are asked to address any emails to our school email address. These emails will then be forwarded to the appropriate teacher. It is important that concerns be initially addressed with classroom teachers as often issues can be addressed quickly.

Rachel Thomason

Rachel Thomason Relieving Principal

AURORA

Changes to the opportunity class placement process for 2020 Year 4 students

The 2021 Year 5 opportunity class placement process was put on hold in April 2020 due to the COVID-19 situation. (This is the process to be followed to apply for participation in the Aurora Virtual Opportunity class for year 5 2021).

We now have a revised and simplified timeline for the OC placement process to ensure that students and families can have certainty about their placement as soon as possible.

The changes include:

A new date for online applications. Parents must apply between 9th June 2020 and 26th June 2020. Late applications cannot be accepted.

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A new test date - Wednesday 16th September 2020.

To ensure fair and consistent assessment of students across New South Wales, students will be offered places based only on their test results this year – there will be no school assessment scores.

There will also be no opportunity for appeals given the tight timeframes.

For further detailed information I encourage you to visit:

https://education.nsw.gov.au/public-schools/selective-high-schools-and-opportunity-classes/year-5

SPECIAL AWARD WINNERS

DIAMOND AWARDS

Congratulations to all LPS students who received a Diamond Award last Friday for their commitment and dedication to learning during the learn at home period. Their resilience during change is to be commended.

#respectfulresponsibleresilientlearners

MERIT AWARDS

Fox Declan A, Serena M

Wild Lucie N, Mason H

Lester Chloe M, William T

Bland William S, Ruby H

French Taya S, Mac R

Blabey Makayla P, Noah S

Gleeson Harper P, Sofia M

Jennings Rheese D, Sage D, Jack H

Griffiths Tate P, Exodus V, William L

Tan Taylor G, Medoh R, Heidi C

Paterson Charli-Anne D, Xavier S, Luke B

Rodda Zara L, Hamish S, Demi O

Marsden Jake M, Aiden M, Josh W

Gleitzman Lachlan B, Avaril D, Kebron L

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CLASSROOM CAPERS

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KINDERGARTEN 2021

Although, not yet half way through the 2020 school year, planning has already commenced for our 2021 Kindergarten students.

We are now accepting Kindergarten enrolment applications for 2021. If you have a child, or a friend who has a child, who turns five before the 31 July 2021 now is the time to enrol. Please complete the below enrolment form or email Leeton-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au or phone 69533488 for further information and register your details to ensure you receive all relevant information in regards to kindergarten transition program dates.

We encourage Kindergarten enrolments for 2021 to be completed as soon as possible so that you can make the most of our excellent ready for school programs during 2020.

This year we are once again offering an extended transition period for our new students commencing Kindergarten in 2021. The transition program will commence on Wednesday 14th October (Week 1, Term 4) until 2nd December (Week 8, Term 4). The transition program will run for approximately 2 hours every week.

How to enrol

https://education.nsw.gov.au/public-schools/going-to-a-public-school/enrolment/primary-school-enrolment

Enrolment Form

https://education.nsw.gov.au/content/dam/main-education/public-schools/going-to-a-public-school/media/documents/enrol-k12.pdf

We are happy to answer any questions you may have, post out Leeton PS Information Packs or email relevant enrolment and transition documentation where requested.

Our usual information sessions regarding Kindergarten 2021 at the school will be held at a later date due to Covid-19 Restrictions. If you know of anyone from within the Leeton area who may be interested in engaging their child in our transition program, please ask them to contact the school for more details.

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MS READATHON

Click on the following link to register:

https://www.msreadathon.org.au/register-interest-2020

STEWART HOUSE

If you have a Stewart House envelope still at home could you please return to the Front Office. Thank you.

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CRUNCHY CABIN

THE CANTEEN WILL NOW BE OPEN MONDAY TO FRIDAY WITH A REDUCED MENU FOR THE REMAINDER OF TERM 2.

MONDAYS - BURGERS

TUESDAYS - PASTA

WEDNESDAYS - NUGGETS & PIZZAS

THURSDAYS - NACHOS

FRIDAYS - LARGE PIES, SAUSAGE ROLLS AND MINI PIES

ALSO EVERYDAY - LARGE PIES, MINI PIES, SAUSAGE ROLLS, TOASTIES, FOCACCIAS AND WEDGES

UNIFORM SHOP

OPEN TOMORROW TUESDAY 2ND JUNE

ALTERNATE TUESDAYS 1.00pm - 5.00pm

STRICTLY NO CREDIT

CASH ONLY, NO EFTPOS

Or by appointment 0427 532 401

Or you can either order online @ quickcliq.com.au or contact me on to arrange pick-up/delivery times if your child is not at school.

SIZE 10 and 12 GIRLS SLACKS ARE

CURRENTLY OUT OF STOCK

* OUR NEW WINTER JACKETS ARE AVAILABLE THROUGH WORKLOCKER.

* GREY TIGHTS AVAILABLE AT BEST N LESS, TARGET, WORKLOCKER OR LOWES.

TERM 2 OPENING DAYS

TUESDAY 2ND JUNE, 16TH JUNE AND 30TH JUNE

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