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Term 4 Week 10, Commencing 10th December, 2012

OUR SCHOOL WEEK

TERM 4 Week 10 Monday 10

th Dec

Tuesday 11th

Dec Presentation Day Pizza Part for 3N & KC (Spellathon Win)

Wednesday 12th

Dec Years 3-6 Assembly

Thursday 13th

Dec

Years 3-5 Parties K-2 Parties K-2 Assembly - 11.15am in Hall

Friday 14th

Dec Year 6 Putt Putt CHRISTMAS CAROLS – 5PM

TERM 4 Week 11 Monday 17

th Dec Reports go Home

Tuesday 18th

Dec Year 6 Farewell Dinner K-6 Assembly for Mrs Evans Farewell

Wednesday 19th

Dec LAST DAY FOR STUDENTS

Year 6 Farewell Assembly Thursday 20

th Dec Staff Development Day

Friday 21st

Dec Staff Development Day

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Principal’s Message

Dear Parents/Caregivers, Class formation for 2013 We are currently in the process of creating classes for 2013. We anticipate that there will be 22 classes next year, the same number as this year. The exact composition of classes cannot be confirmed until after all the 2013 Kindergarten students have enrolled. We anticipate there will be 4 Kindergarten classes, 4 Year 1 classes, a 1-2 class, 3 Year 2 classes, 3 Year 3 classes, 3 Year 4 classes, 2 Year 5 classes and 2 Year 6 classes. More information on our class formation policy can be found at http://www.elanorahts-p.schools.nsw.edu.au/our-school/rules-policies/elanora-heights-ps-policies

2013 homework planner Children and families run more smoothly when there's a plan. The School A to Z’s 2013 homework and study calendar, which includes key dates and school holidays, will assist with getting families more organised. Find out more http://www.schoolatoz.nsw.edu.au/homework-and-study/homework-tips/2013-homework-planner

Notes Home This Week

Stationery Survey – Year 3

PSSA Information & Selection Policy – Year 2

Hotmail addresses We have become aware that some of our community members have not received our emails or newsletters. What has happened is that some School-based staff responded to phishing emails which solicit usernames and passwords and these accounts were then hijacked to send over one million spam messages. This caused the Department’s email servers to be blacklisted and stops Hotmail accounts etc. from being able to receive our email messages. At this point in time we haven’t received any indication when this situation will be resolved. Helping your child choose right from wrong In a fascinating podcast broadcaster James O'Loghlin talks to Dr Simon Longstaff from the St James Ethics Centre about how to raise ethically aware children. Ideas discussed include getting involved with your child’s school, providing some well-defined boundaries, knowing how to talk to your child and being a role model at home. You can find out more information at http://www.schoolatoz.nsw.edu.au/wellbeing/development/helping-your-child-choose-right-from-wrong. Christmas carols I would like to invite the school community and their friends and relatives to the P&C Christmas Carols Night on Friday, 14 December. There will be numerous stalls where you can purchase that special gift, a special performance by our award winning band and why not join our choir in the singing of a few carols. This is the last P&C event for the year so come along, enjoy a sausage sizzle, buy a special gift, purchase a raffle ticket, relax and have fun with other parents in your child’s class and at the same time help support our school. The evening begins at 5pm. I look forward to seeing you there. Hundreds of holiday activities There's no time to be bored these school holidays when you have Go Play's list of family and budget–friendly activities at your fingertips. Take a look at the calendar of events, or download the free Go Play app for ideas in an instant. Find out more at http://www.schoolatoz.nsw.edu.au/wellbeing/health/school-holidays-5-things-to-do Until next time,

Bill Gillespie, Principal

PBEL AWARDS

As we are heading towards the end of the year the Silver & Bronze Awards are being given out at the K-2 & 3-6 Lines. The Gold Awards will be given to the students at the K-6 Assembly. (Parents, if you are sending the 20 mini merits from home, could you please make sure that at least one

of the merits has your child’s surname on it. Thank you.)

GOLD BRONZE BRONZE BRONZE BRONZE BRONZE

SILVER

Elanora Heights Community

Preschool would like to thank

Frances and the members of the

Elanora School Band who played carols at our Christmas concert on Sunday, 9th

December.

It was wonderful to listen to and to see so many of our ex-students.

Thank you to Mr. Gillespie and the families for supporting our end of year

Christmas concert.

Merry Christmas from the staff and parents of Elanora Preschool

Many thanks

Isobel Gowenlock

Elanora Preschool

Gala Night What a night of entertainment. We had 57 band students and 10 guitarists performing on the night. All the bands and guitarists performed way above expectation. The Senior Band and Stage Band were in scintillating form and at the peak of their powers. They really should charge for admission. They are hot, hot, hot! The Junior Band impressed with a repertoire of music that did not include the school song or national anthem. Bravo, you have made great strides. The Juniors double billing with Seniors playing Star Wars was a highlight of the evening. The (mainly) very young group of guitarists had their first big performance and to perform for such a large group of adults was huge achievement and a big thrill in their short musical careers. A huge thank you to Frances for all her hard work extracting every last ounce of musical energy out of these extraordinary students, particularly after a pretty gruelling run of performance commitments for the Seniors and new pieces for the Juniors. And to Mr O’Reilly, a huge thank you as well, for setting up and striking down the Hall’s seating.

Upcoming Events Carols Night, Friday, 14 December from 5.30pm. The P&C Social Committee have gone berserk. There are plenty of stalls for last minute Christmas shopping, raffles galore, the Mars trip is off now as life was found there and our own species may compare unfavourably with theirs, and way too many other things to mention. This promises to be a night of even greater magnificence than reported last week and not to be missed. We also encourage parents, friends, teachers, anyone, who are handy with an instrument or fine of voice to join the Band to play or sing. This is great night to let it all hang out and have some fun. The Band will be joined by the school choirs and will play two blocks, one at 5.30pm and one at 6.30pm to extend the fun and entertainment a little longer. New Band Students for 2013 Emails were sent last week confirming instrument choice for those who attended assessments. Students who expressed interest but failed to attend the assessment were also emailed and offered alternative assessment dates. Thank you to all who have replied. If you have not replied or you have not been assessed, the pre-enrolment will nominate the impression formed by the Band Director of your instrument of choice or your first choice of instrument, respectively. At the time of writing the Band does not have email addresses of the families of 3 students who were assessed without paperwork. If you intend to proceed please advise me by Wednesday of your contact details so we can issue a pre-enrolment form and a deposit invoice. Pre-enrolment forms and invoices for Beginner’s deposits were sent this week and the deposit will be deducted from Term 1 Band fees. The fee is forfeited if you do not proceed with enrolment. Enrolment forms and Term 1 fees will be issued after the formation of classes in 2013. If you decide not to pre-enrol this year and apply next year (and we have a place available) a $100 late enrolment surcharge applies to Term 1 Band Fees. There are no ifs, buts or maybes with this surcharge. Please be aware that pre-enrolments and payment of the deposit for next year’s music program MUST be completed by Friday 14 December. This Week’s Rehearsals JUNIOR BAND REHEARSALS Tuesday 11/12/12 3.15pm til 5pm ALL Junior Band Members (Winds, Brass,

Percussion/Drums) for a Combined Rehearsal to prepare for Carols Night

Thursday 13/12/12 3.00pm til 4pm Junior Band Members are welcome to attend Senior Band Rehearsal to prepare for the Carols Night (optional)

SENIOR BAND REHEARSALS Tuesday 11/12/12 7.40am - Combined Senior Band Rehearsal (Winds, Brass,

Percussion/Drums), then; Tuesday 11/12/12 9.30am Perform at Presentation Day Wednesday 12/12/12 NO Senior Band Woodwind Rehearsal Thursday 13/12/12 3.00pm Combined Senior Band Rehearsal Thursday 13/12/12 4.00pm – 5pm Stage Band Rehearsal

Returning Members in 2013 Fee deposits are not required for returning members. We intend to run 4 Bands next year. There will be a Beginners Tutorial group made up new Band students for Terms 1 and 2. These students will form a Junior Band in Terms 3 and 4. This year’s Junior Band will split into two groups and the grouping will be determined by way of audition. Some students will join the Senior Band and some join the Intermediate Band. All Junior Band parents were advised by email of audition arrangements and if you have not received a message please email me at: tim_cowdery@iprimus.com.au The Senior Band will roll on as usual and a Stage Band will form at the earliest opportunity, Term 1.

Tentative rehearsal times for Terms 1 and 2 in 2013 are: Tuesday am: Senior Band: Brass Tuesday pm: 3.15pm to 4.15pm, Intermediate Band Wednesday am: Senior Band: Woodwind Thursday pm: 3pm to 4pm Intermediate Band 4pm to 5pm Senior Band Combined Rehearsal (time change affects Senior

brass only) 5pm to 5.30pm Stage Band These times will be confirmed after we have finalised the composition of each Band. Rehearsal times for Terms 3 and 4 will be advised as early as possible in Term 1. Warringah Mall Performance Bus Fare Some students attempted to pay the fare directly to me immediately prior to the trip. I was unable to accept payment due to other commitments and lack of change. If you have not paid please place $10.00 in a sealed envelope with your child’s name written on the outside and deposit in the Band letterbox in the school admin office. Congratulations Georgia P (6R) and Bella D (5E) have been invited to join the NSSWE Junior wind ensemble for 2013 after successfully auditioning a month or so ago. Congratulations Georgia and Bella, a magnificent achievement.

Tim Cowdery Band President

Elanora Public School requires an efficient, enthusiastic CANTEEN ASSISTANT to work in

our school canteen. The purpose of this position is to support the Canteen Manager to deliver a healthy food service to the students and staff of Elanora Public School. The Canteen Assistant undertakes a range of activities including, food preparation, cooking, serving students, food purchasing and storage, keeping kitchen equipment available for use, assuring the canteen areas are clean, sanitized and ready for the next day’s activities. The position is for 1 day a week from 8am to 2.30pm, but must be available at reasonable notice, to fill in for the canteen manager when required. Salary is in accordance with the Fast Food Industry Award 2010 To be considered you must meet the following criteria:

Demonstrated understanding of healthy eating Demonstrated ability to prepare, cook and promote healthy foods Demonstrated ability to work as a team member as well as supervise others Demonstrated time management skills and ability to control day‐to‐day operations of a school

canteen Experience with volunteers and parent groups Knowledge of basic financial management systems Knowledge of the Fresh Tastes @ School NSW Healthy School Canteen Strategy Experience and or qualifications in food preparation, food safety and handling Understanding of OH&S principles Interest in food preparation, nutrition and children Demonstrated computer literacy using Office applications and internet

Qualifications in the Fresh Tastes @ School Strategy, Canteen Operations and/or Food Safety and Hygiene will be highly regarded.

It is a requirement of employment that a Prohibited Employment Declaration and Consent to Employment Screening checks will be completed. Applications to be made to President of Elanora Heights Public School P & C via email elanorapandc@gmail.com, closing date 16 February 2012. The successful applicant will receive training from our canteen manager. For further information please contact Canteen President, Louise England, on 0414492588.

2013 Swimming Carnival

Early next year our swimming carnival will be held on Tuesday 5th February at the Andrew ‘Boy’

Charlton Swim Centre in Manly. This carnival is for students in Years 3-6 and any Year 2

students who will be turning 8 years old in 2013 and are able to swim 50 metres unaided.

Students must nominate which events they would like to enter by completing a

nomination form.

Students cannot enter an event on the day of the carnival; however, students can

withdraw from an event on the day of the carnival.

There will be no finals. Place-getters and zone representatives will be selected using

the fastest times from the heats.

To assist us with our planning of the day it would be appreciated if all students

could return the nomination form ASAP.

Thank you. David Waters & Jonathan Rosconi

(Please return slip to Office)

My children will not be returning to Elanora Heights Public School in 2013.

Name _________________________________________________ Class __________ Name __________________________________________________ Class __________

Reason___________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________

Signed_______________________________________________Date_________________

Second Hand Uniforms

We are always in need of second hand summer and winter uniforms

as well as socks and tights. Your donations are most welcome and

appreciated and can be handed in at the office. Many thanks.

Karen Woodley

Second Hand Uniform Coordinator

BUSH REGENERATION

In order to give our new plants from planting day the best possible start, it is important that

we protect them from weed encroachment. Elanora Heights Public School P&C Bushcare

group will be doing some bush regeneration and they would love your help. The hours will

be 10am - 2pm on Thursdays the 6th and 13th of December. If you are interested in taking

part on either of these dates, please contact Emily on 0449 172 536.

Kind Regards,

Emily

A message from the P&C ...

TREASURER - Next year we require any parent who has a financial background to join the P&C. If you would like to be treasurer, please email me at elanorapandc@gmail.com P&C MEETING - The first P&C meeting will be Week 3, the 12/03/2013, Term 1. This year we will be set to go from the beginning. The first meeting will set out the goals for the year and a schedule has been set for fundraising activities. See you there. CLASS PARENTS - Could you please register with the office if you can help being a class parent next year. It will make communication easy from the start of the year.

“CAROLS AND TWILIGHT MARKET” –AT YOUR SCHOOL ON

FRIDAY 14TH DECEMBER - 5PM – 8PM

WE ARE VERY EXCITED ABOUT THIS EVENT. OUR WONDERFULLY TALENTED

SCHOOL BAND AND CHOIRS WILL BE ON SHOW. WE LOOK FORWARD TO A NIGHT OF

MUSIC, SONGS, CELEBRATION AND GOOD TIMES.

In addition to a night of carols, over 15 stalls will be available for you all to purchase your last minute Christmas gifts. We have dinner covered also, with a sausage sizzle available from 5pm onwards. Why not, organise your class to meet and hold an end of year class picnic. Bring your rug and make a night of it.

WIN ONE OF 3 WONDERFUL CHRISTMAS HAMPERS

Each of the stall owners has generously donated a great gift for the school to raffle, along with other goodies that have been donated from local businesses. These gifts will be bundled into 3 hampers and raffled at 7.45pm on Friday night. Value of Hamper: 1st prize = approx. $350- 2nd prize = approx. $250- 3rd prize = approx. $200- Raffle tickets will be sold at the Twilight Markets but we are also looking for your help to sell tickets. RAFFLE TICKETS We are sending home a book of 9 tickets and an envelope attached to this flyer. Please sell the tickets and return money and ticket butts in the envelope to school by Thursday 13th December. Ensure that a name and phone number are clearly marked on the butt on the raffle ticket. Mark clearly on the envelope “Carols and Twilight Market raffle Tickets”. Cost of Tickets: $2 each or 3 for $5

Thank you for your help in supporting our school and raising much-needed funds for our wonderful children.

Open Days 2013

Balgowlah Boys Campus

Tuesday 26th February 9.30 – 11.30 am

Info Night: Wednesday 27th February 6.30 – 7.30 pm

Enquiries: 9949 4200

Mackellar Girls Campus

Tuesday 26th February 9.30 – 11.30 am

Info Night: Thursday 28th February 6.30 – 7.30 pm

Enquiries: 9949 2083

Manly Selective Campus

Thursday 28th February 9.30 – 11.00 am

Enquiries: 9905 3982

Cromer Campus

Friday 1st March 9.30 – 11.30 am

Monday 4th March 2.00 – 7.30 pm

Enquiries: 9981 1155

Freshwater Senior Campus

Tuesday 5th March 4.00 – 7.00 pm

Tuesday 21st

May 3.00 – 5.00 pm

Enquiries: 9905 2634

CANTEEN NEWS

Below is the roster for the next two weeks. We are still in need of helpers on a few days, if you are able to help out, please call on the number below or drop by, it would be much appreciated. The canteen cannot operate without our wonderful volunteers & we really do appreciate you giving your precious time. Our “Christmas Fun Day” last Tuesday was a huge success. Thank you to my wonderful helpers: Susie W, Angie K, Lou E, Yvette B, Kate H, Kate C, Anthea D & to Martha L for again making the Christmas Crackle Bars, & to all who ordered. The day was definitely enjoyed by all the children. Thank you also for getting your orders in & supporting your canteen. Please note that the canteen will be open on the last day of school (for the students), next Wednesday, however, for COUNTER SERVICE ONLY – NO LUNCH ORDERS ON THIS DAY. Also, as it is the end of the year, stock is being run down & some items will be unavailable over the next two weeks & substitutes will be offered where this occurs.

Sadly, our much loved treasurer, Yvette, will be finishing up at the end of this year after three years’ service & we will be in need of a new treasurer for our Canteen Committee. Yvette is happy to discuss what is involved with anyone who may be interested. You can contact me on the phone number below or in the canteen to discuss further. We do strongly rely on our wonderful volunteers in order to operate the school’s canteen & couldn’t run without your help. We do appreciate you giving your precious time. Thanks, Wendy.

MUNCH MONITOR - www.munchmonitor.com - username: elanora. Password: munch2101.

Wendy Douglass Canteen Co-Coordinator Ph: 9913 2721

Uniform Shop

Shop hours: Monday: 8.15 am – 9.45 am Thursday: 8.15 am - 9.45 am We offer ETPOS and CREDIT CARD facilities (Visa/MasterCard)

Suzie Duncan

Uniform Shop Coordinator

2nd Hand Uniforms If you require any second hand clothing please call me after 9 a.m. on 9913 1292 or email me at thewoodleys@optusnet.com.au

SECOND HAND UNIFORMS ARE ALWAYS IN DEMAND SO

DONATIONS ARE MOST WELCOME Karen Woodley

Second Hand Uniform Coordinator

COMMUNITY NEWS

TERM 4 WEEK

TERM 4 MONDAY

TERM 4 TUESDAY

TERM 4 WEDNESDAY

TERM 4 THURSDAY

TERM 4 FRIDAY

10. 10/12-14/12

NEED HELP

9.30-1.30 MEGAN W 9.30-11.30

NEED HELP

LOUISE E

9.30 – 11.30 TRACEY M 9.30 – 1.30 CONNIE D

9.30 – 11.30 NEED HELP 9.30 – 1.30 KATE McG

11.17/12-21/12 NEED HELP GEORGIA D

NO ORDERS TODAY

COUNTER SERVICE

ONLY

STAFF

DEVELOPMENT DAY -

CLEANING ONLY

STAFF

DEVELOPMENT DAY -

CLEANING ONLY

Brookvale Family Centre will conduct groups & seminars starting in January 2013. Programs such as Triple P Parenting, Tuning into Kids, Parents of ADHD children, Teen Triple P, etc., For more information, please contact the centre on Ph: 8968 5100 or email: brookvale.reception@dbb.org.au

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