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Every child, every opportunity

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Term 2Week 3

April 2019

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INDEX

From the Principal’s Desk 1

Principal’s Recognition 2

Kindergarten Stage Page 3

Stage 1 Stage Page 4



The News Room 7

P&C 14

Photos of the Week 16

Student Work 25

Community News 26

We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land; the Wangal people of Eora nation and pay respect to their elders past and present and extend

the respect to other Aboriginal people present here today.

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Follow us on Twitter @AshfieldPS

The NSW Department of Education’s School Excellence Framework describes wellbeing as a core business of a school. Wellbeing is also reflected in the Department of Education’s strategic goal that ‘every student is known, valued and cared for’.

Wellbeing at Ashfield Public School is about students who feel motivated and satisfied as learners and successfully engage in a supportive education that meets their needs, satisfies their interests and progresses their academic, social, emotional and physical growth.

Our whole school approach to wellbeing involves clearly defining what wellbeing is. We do this via our 10 wellbeing choices which are reinforced each day on morning lines, in the classroom and on the playground. These choices articulate a range of behaviours that support students to have positive experiences at school and to be empowered to actively involve themselves in their education.

Our whole school approach also involves sustaining a safe learning environment. The school takes a firm stance on anti-bullying, we explicitly teach No Go Tell and support all students in positive behaviour for learning to reduce problem behaviours and develop respectful relationships and interactions.

Our whole school approach includes the Triple E (Enrichment, extension and engagement) program which is about involving students in a range of activities that develop a sense of belonging and high enjoyment. It includes our Future Focused program, with philosophical thinking to support social and emotional learning. Philosophical thinking is about acquiring and applying the knowledge, attitudes and skills necessary to understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, and make responsible decisions.

Important to our whole school approach is collecting and analysing data on wellbeing. For example, the school uses the Year 4-6 Tell Them From Me Survey which provides an important student voice to measure student wellbeing. We also use Sentral, an online management system, to document the tallies of individual students as they earn Certificates of Success, School Awards and School Medals. Sentral also documents student participation in extra-curricular activities. Sentral data is used to identify and close equity gaps that can occur in a large school.

Wellbeing in a school is a serious business. At Ashfield Public School it is a planned and systematic evidence based approach. It is about sustaining and growing whole school practices that enable our students to experience their education with a state of positive mood and attitude, resilience and satisfaction with self, and fulfilling experiences and relationships with others.

Damien Moran

Principal

Every student is known, valued and cared for in our schools – an

environmental scan, CESE, November 2018 Student wellbeing,

CESE, May 2015

www.education.gov.au/student-resilience-and-wellbeing

From the

Principal’s Desk

Wellbeing is a state in which every individual realises his or her potential, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully and is able to make a contribution to his or her community. (World Health Organisation, 2014)

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Principal’s Recognition

Class Name Reason

6P Kyle • Being a positive role model in the classroom and school community

5/6R Denice • Being an enthusiastic student.

5/6M Leilani • Consistently making positive wellbeing choices

5/6J Lily-Jane • Always helping put in the classroom.

5K Matthew • His positive attitude towards learning

4/5K Ziqiu • Her kind, polite and friendly nature.

3/4S Max • You are a positive role model for all your peers.

3/4H Lachlan • Great listening and participation in class

3/4M Minh• Always working hard and being a fabulous

friend

2/3T Amy• Being a responsible learner and a reliable friend

to her peers

2M Milica• Always being an enthusiastic and hard working

student

2G Lalita• Being a hard worker and great role model for the

class

1P Stella• Always being an enthusiastic and hard working

student

1M En You• His thoughtful contributions to whole class

discussions

1X Kevin• Always being a positive and enthusiastic

student.

1C Jeraquay • Working hard to improve his writing.

2-6F Rini• Her increasing commitment to achieving her

learning goals

3-6A Rishab• Always being a positive and enthusiastic

student in his learning

K-2M Sinipata • Following along during guided reading.

KKLawrie & Austin

• Welcome to KK

KS Moxi • Showing enthusiasm and motivation within

reading groups.

KZ Otto • Taking control over his learning and working

hard during guided reading.

These students have been chosen by their teachers to share their best work or commitment to learning with the Principal.

Communication MeetingMon 20 May - 8:10am - 9:00am

....................................................................P & C Meeting

Mon 20 May - 7:00pm - 8:00pm....................................................................

Learning Support MeetingsTue 21 May - 7:45am - 8:45am

....................................................................English Conversation Class

Tue 21 May - 9:00am - 11:00am....................................................................

Professional DevelopmentWed 22 May - 3:30pm - 4:30pm

....................................................................Reports to Supervisors

Thu 23 May - 9:00am - 3:00pm....................................................................

National Sorry DayFri 24 May - 9:00am - 3:00pm

....................................................................Comedy for Cause

Sat 25 May - 6:00pm - 10:00pm....................................................................

Communication MeetingMon 27 May - 8:10am - 9:00am

....................................................................Stage 1 Excursion

Tue 28 May....................................................................

Learning Support MeetingsTue 28 May - 7:45am - 8:45am

....................................................................English Conversation Class

Tue 28 May - 9:00am - 11:00am....................................................................

Stage MeetingsWed 29 May - 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Check Ashfield Public School’s website Calendar for more

upcoming events.

Mark your calendar

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Welcome back to all Kindergarten students and parents! As Term 1 came to an end we enjoyed some fabulous events including the Easter Hat Parade, in which all students looked outstanding in their colourful and spectacular hats!

We have had an action-packed first few weeks of Term 2. Well done to all students who have completed and returned their home reading journal during the holidays and have collected their certificates of success upon arrival back to school.

This Term students will be participating in the Athletics program implemented by Dance Fever Multi Sport, all Kindergarten students have been thoroughly enjoying the program and being active outside. In these classes, we have been learning new athletics skills and knowledge, whilst having fun!

Last week we had a wonderful time at our Cross country and Walkathon at Ashfield Park and we are proud of the Kindergarten students as they walked safely to and from school. Students completed the Walkathon with a Year 6 buddy and walked while collecting stars for our school along the way. Thank you to all who have handed in their sponsorship money and participated in the event!

In Science and Technology we have been learning about Australian animals and have commenced our Speaking and Listening presentations. Please ensure to check the News note sent out in students home reading folders for the weekly Australian animal topics. We have had some interesting and well-presented talks so far about Echidnas, Bandicoots, Koalas and Spiders!

We are looking forward to a fun filled term ahead of us! Keep up the fantastic work!

KindergartenStage Page

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Welcome to term 2! We hope you had a restful and safe holiday with friends and family. This term we have some great events such as the walkathon, public speaking competition, and an excursion to the Sea Life Aquarium.

In English we are studying the Magic Beach by Alison Lester. Her texts include rich figurative language and detailed illustrations. Please feel free to borrow it or other titles by Alison Lester at your local library.

In mathematics we are learning to add bigger numbers using a range of strategies including: friends of 10, counting on, doubles and the split strategy. Try rolling two dice and asking your child which strategies they like to use.

In Science and technology we are investigating living creatures and their environments. We will study how plants and animals grow and change. In week 5 we will visit the Sea Life Aquarium and learn from experts about our local marine environment.

This term we continue our lessons in the outdoor classroom. We’ll be doing a 3D shape hunt later in the term and sketching objects in our environment. We are also being active and engaged in weekly athletics programs. Log into Twitter to see the great videos and photos teachers are posting each week.

There are so many great Triple-E initiatives for students to get involved with. These include ukulele, choir, drama and table tennis. All students are encouraged to come along and have a try!

If you have any queries or concerns, please do not hesitate to come and talk to your child’s teacher or another friendly member of staff.

We are looking forward to another term of learning and fun!

Stage 1Stage Page

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Stage 2Stage Page Welcome back to another exciting term of learning!

Term One culminated in the celebration of learning and commitment in the school’s inclusive environment. The theme of the Honour Assembly was the students’ writing skills. Stage Two students confidently articulated their understanding of persuasive texts to the audience. A big round of applause to all the students for the fantastic effort!

Our school takes pride in its rich multicultural community and the cultural wealth they bring to the school. This was evident in the Harmony Day event which featured a colourful cultural program and magnificent parade of national flags from all around the world. In the afternoon the students participated in learning experiences from various countries, including Japan, Korea, Greece, Vietnam and India.

We are in Week 3 of this term and teaching and learning is in full swing. From learning about the ‘explorers’ in History to exploring ‘Earth and Space’ in Science, from learning about the creative expression of artist Ken Done to using our own creative flair in writing imaginative and persuasive texts.

Another exciting program this term is the public speaking program where each student from K to 6 will be presenting a speech to their peers. We cannot wait to listen all those fabulous speeches!

A healthy mind in a healthy body. The students are thrilled and already enjoying comprehensive athletics program this term. It aims at building fundamental motor skills along with further developing their resilience, team work, time management and leadership.

Looking forward to all the fun and excitement this term holds for us!

Please follow us on Twitter!

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Stage 3Stage PageOn Thursday the 21st of March, Ashfield Public School held its annual Harmony Day celebration. There was a sea of colour through the hall at the assembly as students walked down the aisle holding their flag from their culture. The students then went back to their classrooms to do activities from a certain culture. We can’t wait for next years celebration!

Ashfield has had a great start to the Winter PSSA season for 2019. After completing our first two games of Soccer and Netball, it is great to see so many participants displaying such a high level of sportsmanship and cooperation with their teams and towards other schools. We are all excited to see how the rest of the season goes for all involved. Well done for such a wonderful start!

In week 2 of term 2 Ashfield Public School had their annual Walkathon and Cross Country. It was great to see so many students participating in both events and enjoying the wonderful day at Ashfield Park. Stage 3 had a blast with their Year 1 and Kindergarten buddies. Well done to everyone!

Year 5 had a wonderful time at Newington for the Literature Festival. Sean Choolburra is one of the nation’s funniest and most engaging Aboriginal comedians. He presented a wonderful performance which had all students captivated and in stitches. We walked away from Newington all feeling inspired and in awe of Sean’s brilliant personality and use of music and dance which made students excited to learn about Aboriginal culture.

Our debating teams, Ashfield Red and Ashfield Blue, are preparing for the Premier’s debating challenge this term. In Week 4, 8 students will attend a debating workshop hosted by The Arts Unit at Lewisham Public School. This is an opportunity to develop skills vital to debating including teamwork, and formulating rebuttal and arguments.

Stage 3 have been focusing on developing the skills for athletics with all students participating in the Fit Futures program. The aim of the program is to improve fundamental athletic skills, knowledge and understanding in an inclusive and fun environment. Skill development will involve track and field events as well as hurdles, high jump, long jump and sprints.

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The

News Room

Impact of mobile digital devices in schoolsA growing concern is about the impact that non-educational use of mobile digital devices in schools can have on student wellbeing.

The evidence behind the effect of mobile digital devices on student wellbeing in schools is both mixed and limited. There is some evidence that cyberbullying is increasing, but this link cannot be directly attributed to mobile digital device use in school. There is also evidence that phones do distract students from learning, although this evidence largely comes from studies undertaken at the tertiary level.

Some evidence shows that use of mobile digital devices may hinder social interaction which can lead to lower levels of psychological wellbeing, but other research shows that mobile digital device use may enhance important peer and family relationships.

The same mix of evidence is found with regard to mental and physical health. In terms of the most effective response to mobile digital devices in schools, the evidence similarly varies.

There is some evidence that banning mobile phones may improve academic outcomes for low-achieving students, but other evidence shows that students are adept at ‘getting around’ bans on mobile digital device use in schools.

Other researchers state that a ban is not the answer, that students need to be taught ‘digital literacy’ instead, and that mobile digital devices will simply be subsumed within existing school regulations and controls.

In May 2018, Finnish education expert Pasi Sahlberg claimed smartphones were distracting students from reading, school-related work, physical activity, and high-quality sleep. He has also speculated that mobile phone-related distraction is the main reason for Australia’s slide down the PISA rankings.

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The NSW Government reviewed mobile digital device use in NSW schools to address these concerns:

education.nsw.gov.au/about-us/strategies-and-reports/media/documents/mobile-phone-review.pdf

The review looked at the evidence related to the benefits and risks of non-educational mobile digital devices in schools for children and young people; and approaches and practices to support students’ use of such devices in safe, responsible, and informed ways.

Extract from Impact of mobile digital devices in schools (December 2018) Centre for Education Statistics and Evaluation

Book ReportThe Indian in the Cupboard Complete Collection by Lynne Reid Banks

“Omri cautiously turned the key and opened the cupboard door. The Indian was gone! Omri peered into the dark corners. Suddenly, he saw him… And he was alive.”

At first, Omri is unimpressed with the plastic Indian toy he is given for his birthday. But when he puts it

in his old cupboard and locks the door with a very special key, Omri’s life suddenly changes. When he meets Little Bull things are never really the same again.

This magical and hair-raising adventure of friendship and secrets are sure to captivate readers of all ages. I would rate it 4.5/5.

By Grace

LACLA Report The Zambian people as you know, aren’t as fortunate as us to have a free education that they deserve. You can help them by donating your spare change, and putting it in your class LACLA bucket

By Kate, Nudara, & Chrisraine

SRC ReportWe hope every student and staff member has had a safe and relaxing holiday, and have had a refreshing 3 weeks of Term 2 so far. We hope you enjoyed the Easter Hat Parade last term and that you made a lovely hat for

everyone to see, and you looked your best for the school photo day. We look forward to another term in the school year.

Sincerely, the SRC

April BirthdaysBenjamin 1st Nick 2nd Ronav 2nd Annabella 2nd Atticus 2nd Emma 3rd Abigail 4th Maxwell 4th Akira 4thLouie 4th Cruz 5th Mirabel 6th Benita 11th Lucy 11th Zygmund 11th

Kailiana 12th Jeric 12thPutu 13thFlorence 15thDaviti 15thCedric 15th Aradhya 19th Euan 20th Lyndon 23rdPriyadarshini 23rd Micousse 26th Riwaj 27th Ariana 28thSanuka 30th Yashika 30th

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PSSA ReportThe PSSA Winter Sports are Netball and Soccer, the teams have started to play and had their first match. The senior boys in soccer tied 1-1. The junior girls in soccer had an unfortunate loss of 2-0. The junior boys in soccer won 2-1. The senior girls in soccer tied 0-0. The netball teams had a friendly match. We are looking forward to reporting on the results of the coming weeks. Good luck PSSA teams.

By Claudia and Rawson

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Game of the WeekASTRONEER

Explore and reshape distant worlds. Astroneer is set during the 25th Century’s Intergalactic Age of Discovery, where Astroneers explore the

frontiers of outer space, risking their lives in harsh environments to unearth rare discoveries and unlock the mysteries of the universe. On this adventure, players can work together to build custom bases above or below ground, create vehicles to explore a vast solar system, and use terrain to create anything they can imagine. A player’s creativity and ingenuity are the key to seeking out and thriving while on exciting planetary adventures.

We rate this game: 8/10

By Darcy & Angus

Word of the weekPSEUDOMANIADefinition:

A mental disorder in which the individual alleges to have committed a crime, but has

not. It is researched in many medical studies. This condition causes people to falsely think they have committed a crime, even though they are innocent, leading to police investigations and they could potentially be charged for their ‘wrong-doings’.

By Jeffrey and Isaac

Technology ReportArea 51m Gaming Laptop

The Area 51 is currently the best gaming laptop, with cutting edge technology, in the forms of an Intel Core i7-8700 CPU, 8GB of RAM, a 1TB (+8GB SSHD) Hybrid Drive, an Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070 GPU with 8GB of vRAM, an Intel UHD Graphics 630 GPU and

a 1920 x 1080 60Hz display. Revolutionary 17-inch gaming laptop with upgradeable, overclockable desktop 9th Gen Intel® Core™.

By Timothy and Edain

Matthews MusingsCat Milk

You may have seen videos or pictures of a cat happily lapping up milk from a bowl. However, most cats are lactose intolerant and having milk can cause tummy pains, tummy cramps, vomiting or diarrhoea. So if you have a cat, stick to plain water. However, if you

want to surprise your cat, you can buy some lactose free milk from the supermarkets and give some to them.

By Matthew

Maths Challenge

K-2 Maths ChallengeJeff goes to the supermarket. He buy 6 tomatoes, 3 cucumbers, 1 chocolate and 2 onions. How many vegetables did he buy?

A._______________________________________

3-6 Maths ChallengeTwo asteroids are traveling their orbit. Asteroid A travels an orbit every 72 earth days and meets asteroid B every 108 earth days. If asteroid B is faster, how long does it take for asteroid B to travel an orbit once?

A._______________________________________

100 Nights of Reading

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Deadly Kids Report

Australian Aboriginal activist, Rodney Kelly, has been campaigning for the return of the Gwaegal shield for the last two years. Kelly is a sixth-generation descendant of the warrior Cooman and says that the shield was seized from his ancestor in 1770 by Captain James Cook during the first encounter between the British and Indigenous Australians at Botany Bay.

In August 2016, the Australian Parliament passed a motion supporting Indigenous Gweagal ownership of the shield and calling for its restitution. In 2016, the British Museum loaned the shield to the National Museum of Australia in Canberra for an exhibition called Encounters: Revealing stories of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander objects from the British Museum. Kelly’s family complained of their “disgust” at the Museum’s decision to loan — rather than return — the shield to Australia.

hyperallergic.com/475256/hundreds-attend-guerrilla-activist-led-tour-of-looted-artifacts-at-the-british-museum

By Emma and Claire

Culture of the WeekIt is now Ramadan which is an important aspect of many cultures and countries around the world. Ramadan is the ninth month of the Muslim, Islamic calendar, a religious annual observance and month of fasting that is considered to be one of the Five Pillars of Islam.

The Five Pillars consist of:

1. Shahadah: sincerely reciting the Muslim profession of faith2. Salat: performing ritual prayers in the proper way five times each

day3. Zakat: paying an alms (or charity) tax to benefit the poor and the

needy4. Sawm: fasting during the month of Ramadan

5. Hajj: pilgrimage to Mecca

Sport of the WeekBASEBALL

Baseball is a sport consisting of 4 bases in a diamond shape and a pitcher plate in the middle of the diamond. There is 9 players on the field, 1 pitcher, 3 players on the plates, 1 catcher, 3 fielders and 1 short-stop. MLB (Major League Baseball),

consisting of 30 teams, are one of the most known Baseball leagues. The most titles won by a team is 27 by New York Yankees and last year Boston Red Sox won the title. A player to watch is Aaron Judge who was unanimously selected as the American League Rookie in 2017. Another player to watch is Mookie Betts who play for the Boston Red Sox and in 2018 he won the Most Valuable Player (MVP).By Zeyad and Kyle

Hat AwardsThe class that wore the most hats this week is 5/6M! Congratulations to this week’s hat winner.

And the runner up is 2/3TWe have observed that in the playground, not everyone has been wearing a hat. It is important to keep sun safe, so you should wear a hat. By Taj and Denice

50 Nights of Reading

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Chillie 2MArlen 2MMaya 2MSkylar 2MHaley 2MRose KK

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Grammar Challenge

K-2 Grammar ChallengeUse the following adjectives to fill in the missing space and describe a lion:

1. - golden

2. - long

3. - sharp

4. - strong

Lions have _________________ fur and ___________

tails. They have _________ teeth and a

_____________ body.

5. 3-6 Grammar ChallengeWrite an acrostic poem about the walkathon:

W_______________________________________________

A_______________________________________________

L_______________________________________________

K_______________________________________________

A_______________________________________________

T_______________________________________________

H_______________________________________________

O_______________________________________________

N_______________________________________________

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I heard a chocolate joke.

It wasn’t that funny, so I just Snickered.By Xuan

Recipe of the WeekTahini Cakes with Orange Blossom Glaze

Serves: 6

Preparation Time: 20 min

Cooking Time: 25 min

Ingredients

For the Tahini Cakes you need:

• 2 tbs olive oil, plus extra to grease

• 80g caster sugar

• 100g hulled tahini

• 1 orange, zested

• ½ cup orange juice

• ½ tsp of apple cider vinegar

• 165g plain flour

• 1 ½ tsp baking powder

• ¼ tsp bicarbonate of soda

• 1 tsp ground cinnamon

• 2 tsp coarsely chopped pistachios

For the Orange Blossom Glaze you need:

• 1 cup icing sugar

• 1 tbs lemon juice

• ½ tsp orange blossom water, or orange flavoured drink

Utensils

You need:

• An oven

• 6 mini loaf tins (1/2 cup capacity)• A whisk• 3 large bowls

• A skewer

Method

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C.

2. Lightly grease six mini loaf tins with olive oil.

3. Whisk together the olive oil, sugar, tahini, orange zest and juice, and vinegar until well combined.

4. Sift the flour, baking powder, bicarbonate of soda and cinnamon into a bowl and whisk to combine.

5. Combine wet and dry ingredients together, then divide among the prepared tins.

6. Bake for 25 minutes or until a skewer inserted comes out clean.

7. Stand in the tins for 5 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

8. Combine all Orange Glaze ingredients in a bowl and mix until smooth.

9. Add a little water, if necessary to make an opaque but pourable glaze.

10. Spoon the glaze over the cooled cakes, then sprinkle with chopped pistachios.

By Fadila, 6P

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Dear Sincere Sienna and Loving Lily.

I have someone who I hang out with a lot. We’ve been friends since the start of Year 2, but recently some other people have started sitting with us. At first I was fine with it, but now my friends have started saying rude jokes and stopped sitting with me at break. Whenever I try to go up to them and ask them what happened, she just brushes me off and acts as if she doesn’t know me.

Sincerely,

Loner. Dear Loner,

Some people change while being around others, and can be rude to you, but nice to you without them. What you should do is try to talk to them about the issue with that person in a calm and respectful and to see why they’ve left you out. If that doesn’t work try to meet new people or play with other friends you might have. If you have any further issues please talk to your teacher or a trusted adult.

Sincerely,

Sincere Sienna and Loving Lily.

Advice with Sincere Sienna &Loving Lily

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SCHOOL UNIFORM DONATIONS

NEEDED Please consider donating unwanted uniforms that are clean and useable to the second hand uniform stall. Your donations help to give a family an affordable uniform and raise money to support the school at the same time! Uniforms can be dropped at the front office or handed in at the stall Wednesday and Friday mornings from 8:30am (next to assembly).

GARDEN CLUB

Thank you to our committed gardening club members who have been using their green thumbs in our Harmony Garden and Courtyard area every Monday afternoon. We have watered our plants through the incredibly warm weather, removed weeds and mulched our gardens. We were also able to plant some spinach, lettuce, basil and mint this term. Gardening is a wonderful opportunity to be in a multi-sensory environment where children can touch and feel plants and be exposed to the amazing scents of growing herbs.

We look forward to planting some more vegetables next term with the generous voucher provided to us by Bunnings Ashfield.

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News Room

Canteen goes to tenderThank you to the P&C working party of Ali Matheson, Roshni Mezups and Magda Gonzalez. As a result of their hard work the canteen is now out for tender. Thank you also to the P&C community as well as the hundreds of people who responded to the canteen survey supporting a healthy canteen. We will keep you updated with news.

Democracy Sausage – we need your help!This Saturday 18th of May is election day and Ashfield Public School has been chosen as a polling booth. We will hold a sausage sizzle the entire day at the school to raise funds for classroom resources for our kids. We have created a Sign Up sheet for volunteers to put their name down. Minimum shifts are an hour but you can sign up for as many shifts as you want. We need lots of volunteers to make this a success!

Please go to https://signup.com/go/YsfYguQ to sign up or visit the school E News app for the direct link.

Comedy for a CauseThank you to our sponsors and supporters

Our Comedy for a Cause event is coming up next weekend. Have you got your ticket yet? We want to say a big thank you to our principal sponsor – Ray White Summer Hill, and our

secondary sponsors Summer Hill Vets, Mental Maths Abacus and Ashfield Club. Without these sponsors the success of our school events would not be possible. We would like to also acknowledge the many businesses and individuals who have donated items for our silent auction.

This year we’re running the silent auction online and you can start bidding now at: www.airauctioneer.com/Ashfield. We will be adding items right up until the day of the comedy on Saturday 25th of May and final bids will close at 9pm that day. Remember, all the funds raised from these auctions go directly to the school – so don’t think about the value of the item, just bid big! Here are some of the businesses who have donated items: Envy Deli Cafe, Two Fat Butchers, 3 Tomatoes Cafe, Access Hair, Andiamo Restaurant, Art Est Art School, Ashbury Service Centre, Beats 905 Dance, Blake Education, Drum and Strum, Annette Kellerman Aquatic Centre, Arts & Education Alliance, Five Dock Leisure Centre, Kid Artworx, Ki Martial Arts, Pratten Park Tennis Club, Sydney Olympic Park, Milk and Honey Photography, Abacus Mental Maths, and Rio Bar.

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Photos of

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Student

WorkMariah 3/4S

Kindergarten Stage 1

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Community

NewsHomework helpDo you struggle to understand your child’s homework? Does your child need to practice their spelling and times tables? Are you looking for inspiration for projects and assignments?

The free School A to Z app has been created by the Department of Education and Communities to help parents and their school-aged children, wherever and whenever they have homework and study questions.

Find out more: www.schoolatoz.nsw.edu.au/about/mobile-applications/school-a-to-z

Homework and multi-taskingSomewhere along the line we seemed to have absorbed the idea that teenagers can multi-task perfectly because they’re digital natives. Can kids really do their homework and multi-task?

Find out more: www.schoolatoz.nsw.edu.au/technology/using-technology/homework-and-multitasking-can-it-be-done

When lunch comes home again – uneatenAlmost nine out of 10 Australian parents say children’s resistance is a major obstacle in their efforts to provide a healthy diet, and in many cases school lunches are one of the battlegrounds.

But it’s a battle families can do without and there are some simple steps to help avoid it.

Find out more: www.schoolatoz.nsw.edu.au/wellbeing/food/when-lunch-comes-homeagain

Help with EnglishDoes your child need help with spelling or writing? Here are some resources that may help.

Find out more: www.schoolatoz.nsw.edu.au/homework-and-study/english

MathsStruggling to remember everything you learnt in maths? If you need a refresher course, here are some tips and tools to help you to help your child.

Find out more: www.schoolatoz.nsw.edu.au/homework-and-study/mathematics

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Special Educators required at our school for:

• K-6 Hindu

• K-6 Special Education in Ethics

Dear Parents/Caregivers

We are seeking Volunteers who can commit to instructing K-2 & 3-6 students in Hindu and Special Education in Ethics, under the supervision of a classroom Teacher. As a Volunteer you would be required to teach the students each Wednesday, of the school term, from 2:10-2:45 pm. Volunteers also need to be registered with a recognised organisation as well as obtaining a Working with Children Clearance number (WWCC).

The Department of Education recognises the following organisations:

• Chinmaya Mission Australia (Castle Hill)

• The Saiva Manram (Mays Hill)

• Vishva Hindu Parishad of Australia (Kellyville).

For any further information please contact Ms Jennifer Etienne at school on 97984400. Alternatively your child can provide me with your phone number or email and I will be in contact.

Kind regards

Jennifer Etienne EAL/D Specialist Teacher SRE/SEE Coordinator

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Ashfield Public School Every child, every opportunity

Out Loud

Every child, every teacher, every parent, every day

The single most important activity for success in reading, is reading aloud to children.

…that bedtime story increases:

motivation and enjoyment of reading vocabulary the ability to learn to read a lifelong love of books and reading

Ashfield Public School Every child, every opportunity

Out Loud

Every child, every teacher, every parent, every day

The single most important activity for success in reading, is reading aloud to children.

…that bedtime story increases:

motivation and enjoyment of reading vocabulary the ability to learn to read a lifelong love of books and reading

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This is what I need in my bag…

Crunch & Sip

10:00 – 10:15

Lunch

11:00 – 11:50

Recess

1:50 – 2:15

Other

Library Bag School hat Reading Folder

11am - 11: 30am

1:25pm - 2:10pm11am - 11: 30am

1:25pm - 2:10pm

10:00 - 10:15

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Day Time Activity Teacher Contact

Monday

8am – 5pm Private Music Tuition Laura Caloia 0416 614 821

11am – 11:30am Junior choir Laura Caloia School

1:25pm – 2:10pm Drumming Club Laura Caloia School

1:25pm – 2:10pm Glee Club Rebecca Melia School

1:25pm – 2:10pm Senior Recorder Xara Perin-Murphy School

3pm Gardening Elizabeth Manning School

3pm – 4pm Ukulele Bryce Cartwright School

3:15pm – 6:15pm Abacus Maths Arpana Ahluwalia 0401 664 767

Tuesday

8am – 9am Typing Melissa Rajasuriar School

8am – 9am Lego Club Anes Kim School

8am – 9am Chess Adrian Miranda 97451170

1:25pm – 2:10pm Eisteddfod April Morley School

1:25pm – 2:10pm Debating Rebecca Melia School

1:25pm – 2:10pm Operation Art Elizabeth Howard School

3pm – 4pm Robotics (Stage 2) Claire Pryke School

3pm – 4pm Timetables Club Denise TeAwa School

3pm – 4pm Robotics (Stage 3) Christine Kassabian School

3pm – 3:45pm German Class Michaela Krenn 0411 631 426

3pm – 4:30pm Dance Sandra Malone 0419 493 108

3pm – 5:30pm Chinese Class Jane Dong 0402 168 371

Wednesday


8am – 9am Spellodrome Georgia Zabakly School

1:25pm – 2:10pm Senior Choir Laura Caloia 0416 614 821

1:25pm – 1:45pm Junior Recorder Mee York Wong School

3pm – 4:30pm Art Class Years 3-6 Michelle Menzer 0415 331 575

3pm – 4pm Band Ben Hingley 0413 428 474

Thursday

8am – 9am Computer Coding Ritu Talwar School

8am – 9am String Ensemble Julian Rose 0466 691 732


1:25pm – 2:10pm Junior Drama Kasandra Skitarelic School

1:25pm – 2:10pm Badminton Anni Chi School

1:25pm – 2:10pm Senior Drama Shirley Peshos School

1:25pm – 2:10pm Table Tennis Nikola Moore School

3pm – 4:15pm Art Class Years K-2 Michelle Menzer 0415 331 575

3pm – 4:30pm Homework Club Joan Drummond School

Friday

8am – 9am Typing Class Melissa Rajasuriar School

3:15pm – 5:30pm Abacus Maths Arpana Ahluwalia 0401 664 767

3pm – 3:45pm German Class Michaela Krenn 0411 631 426

Triple E initiatives - (Engagement, Enrichment & Extension)

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10 Well Being Choices

A L L K I D S M E A L SI N C L U D E S D R I N K & I C E C R E A M

115 Liverpool Road, Ashfield 2131 T. (02) 8752 2000 www.thegardenwests.com.au

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Free face painting & balloon twisting with

Pinky & Kozi every week!

Kids in

12 & under

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