newsletter t1 wk 6 2016 - toongabest-p.schools.nsw.gov.au · when on our school grounds, you will...
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Principal’s Report It was a wonderful opportunity to meet with so many family members last Wednesday at our “Meet the Teacher” afternoon. I shared information about the upgrade to our school library system which will make borrowing and administration tasks much easier. Other topics included the employment of our Instructional Leader, Chaplain and senior teacher. I will inform our community of the people who are selected to join our staffing team after the interview process is completed. When on our school grounds, you will hear music and bells as our outdoor public announcement system has been installed. The bell system supports a regular routine and provides time for children to get a drink and settle prior to re‐entering the classroom. It is also an essential for the safety and security of our staff and students. In the coming weeks the school will participate in fire drills, lockdowns and drills for threats to ensure everyone is familiar with the process.
Miss Colleen Potter Principal Music Program Most of the students in years 3‐6 have had enjoyed music lessons this term. Mrs Giorelando has sought the assistance of Maxx Music of Castle Hill to secure 3 music teachers with the skills to teach the variety of instruments our school has and to co‐ordinate our school band. Students in K‐2 will begin their recorder program soon. A separate note will be sent home for each student involved. Easter Hat Parade We enjoy celebrating Easter at our school. This term our K‐6 Easter Hat Parade will be held on Thursday 24th March at 2pm. Families and friends are welcome to come and be the audience for our colourful parade before home time. Students will be making their hats before the parade and a separate note will be sent home to explain this. ANZAC Day Service Our school will acknowledge the sacrifice of service personnel through our ANZAC Day Service on Wednesday 6th April at 9.30am. Family members are welcome to join students for the respectful service. Cricket Clinic Thank you to Miss Shahrouk for organising a clinic with Cricket Australia for all of our students. It was hot but our students put that aside to get involved and improve their cricketing skills.
Our PBL School Values
Be Safe
Be Respectful
Be A Learner
Term 1 Week 6 Harris Road, Constitution Hill 2145 4th March 2016 Ph: 9631 3996 Fax: 9896 3191 Principal: Miss Colleen Potter Email: toongabest‐[email protected]
School website: www.toongabest‐p.schools.nsw.edu.au
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LATE ARRIVAL
Early Departure
Early leavers and Late arrivals at school Please ensure that your child goes directly to the office if they are arriving late or being picked up early. The office will issue your child with a pass. This will ensure that all children are accounted for in the event of an emergency or during events such as fire drills. Teddy Bears Picnic and Westmead Children’s Hospital
Our students have enjoyed a fun filled picnic with their special bears today. Some shared treats with their classmates and others shared their bears. $95.00 was raised to donate to the Westmead Children’s Hospital to assist with care of the children spending time there. Great effort everyone!!
Bridget brought her teddy bear that represented the 100th Anniversary of the Teddy Bear.
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From the P&C Uniform Shop Uniforms may be purchased before school on Monday mornings before school from 8.30‐9am. At all other times you may complete an order form at the office for any requirements. Easter Raffle Students have received their raffle tickets. Soon the prizes will be displayed in the school front office for everyone to see. All proceeds go towards purchasing resources and supporting programs at Toongabbie East PS. Happy ticket selling
Information Shared at the Community School Meeting
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Important Dates
Term 1
9th March – Assembly
23rd March – Assembly
25th March – Good Friday
28th March – Easter Monday
6th April – Assembly
8th April – Last Day Term 1
Term 2
25th April – Anzac Day
26th April – Staff return
27th April – Students return
13th June – Queen’s Birthday
23rd June – Stewart House Clothing
Collection
1st July – Last Day Term 2
Term 3
18th July – Staff return
19th July – Students return
25th Sept – Last Day Term 3
Term 4
10th Oct – Staff & Students return
13th Oct – School Photos
8th Nov – Stewart House Clothing
Collection
16th Dec – Last Day Students Term
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19th-20th Dec – Staff Development
Days