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CHERTSEY

PRIMARY

SCHOOL

Willow Road

Springfield 2250

Phone: 4325 3963 4323 1443

Fax: 4323 6891 E-mail: chertsey-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Web site: www.chertsey-p. schools.nsw.edu.au

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REMINDERS

WELCOME BACK BREAKFAST/ PARENT TEACHER CLASS INFORMATION (Repeat)

A Welcome Back Breakfast which includes a Parent/ Teacher information session will be held on Friday 15th February. Breakfast will be available from 8.00am until 8.40am. A gold coin donation is requested to support Stewart House. Each year 1,800 public school children in need, including stu-dents from Chertsey PS, come to Stewart House from many parts of NSW and the ACT. During their stay, children are provided with optometric, dental and medical treatment as well as emotional support. This is balanced with health and educational programs and out of school activities to boost their self-esteem and to promote a healthier lifestyle. The NSW Department of Education and Communities pro-vides infrastructure and staffing support for this school. All others costs associated with the children’s' stay are met from charitable donations such as direct deductions from teachers’ salary and fundrais-ing efforts from public schools.

Immediately following the breakfast we ask you take the opportunity to meet your child’s new

class teacher in their classroom. This will conclude at 9.30am. Should you have more than one

child at our school we suggest you select just one class to visit. Children will bring home a class infor-

mation sheet for those parents/carers who were unable to attend the information session. It is also rec-

ommended that parents and carers send a note to the class teacher requesting an appointment be

made should there be any pertinent issues to discuss. We hope to see you there.

First P&C Meeting for 2013 (Repeat)

Come along to our first P&C meeting for the year and meet other parents and staff. It will be held this Tuesday

evening, 12th February at 6.30pm, in the school staffroom. (NOTE: Children are welcome). We welcome new

members (just 50cents to join!). It’s a great way to contribute to school related events and find out about

what’s happening in and around our great school. We aim to conclude each meeting by 8.30pm.

Lisa Seaman John Anderson

P&C President Principal

FROM the PRINCIPAL’S DESK

Welcome New Kindergarten Students and Families

I have been a long-time admirer of the terrific work Kindergarten teachers do. As a parent we know how challenging it can

be with just one 5 year old, let alone putting 20 into a room and managing to keep them quiet and teaching them to read ,

write , count and much more such as establishing routines and social parameters.

This year’s kindergarten students are off to a flying start and if you didn’t know you would think they had been at ‘big

school’ for much longer than just one week. Well done Mrs Auinger, Mrs Hynes, Miss Daley and Mrs Fantoni for all the

preparation (going back to last year) that has ensured such a smooth start to their schooling.

Wireless Connectivity to be Completed this Week

Last year our school staff and Finance Committee made a major commitment to have all of our learning environments

(classrooms, technology room and library) transformed into a wireless facilities. I am pleased to report that we have

engaged the services of a private company , Commserve, who will complete the process during this coming week enabling

teachers and students to use the internet with all of our iPads in the near future. I am also hoping the P&C can continue to

support our iPad program if funds permit enabling each student in any given class to use an individual iPad. (Presently we

have approximately one between two students).

Mariner’s Competition Winner

Congratulations to Nathaniel Stephenson who will lead out the Central Coast Mariners in a forthcoming home match

against Melbourne Victory. There were many entries which made it extremely difficult to select a winner, however the

judges were impressed with Nathaniel’s passion for the Mariners and his desire to one day be a similar role model by being

“just like them!”

We look forward to hearing about Nathaniel’s experience and thank Lawrie Mckinna & Mrs Auinger for making this great

prize possible.

Year 6 to 7 Enrolment Process

It seems to be getting earlier each year but already we have been sent information to commence the Year 6 to 7 enrolment

process. Year 6 students should shortly receive the Expression of Interest form and it is important that they are returned to

our office NO LATER THAN FRIDAY 22 MARCH 2013.

Annual School Contributions

Thank you to the parents who have contributed their annual school contributions. I appreciate the financial demands on

families at this time of the year and appreciate the efforts to support our school financially. Remember that our office will

accept payment in installments to assist families paying their contributions. Our office will continue to accept the annual

school contributions throughout the year. This year, the P&C have set the fees at $40 for one child and $70 a family. All

monies raised go towards library resources such as new books and computer software and contributions are tax deductible

and voluntary.

Pay before the end of March and be in with a chance of winning some great incentive prizes.

French markets Heading to Chertsey

On Saturday, March 16 Chertsey will host the French markets (formerly held at Kincumber). These prestige markets will be

held on school grounds and have regularly attracted up to 2000 visitors. Available from stalls will be :

Freshly baked breads and pastries, locally made wines. Jewellery and homewares by French designers, flowers and

collectables, all this whilst you be entertained by live French music.

The school will benefit by collecting and keeping ALL gate keepings. Entry will be $2 per adult. I have pledged all monies to go

towards employing additional support staff for our classes. With two markets per year this could amount to 200 additional

hours of support in our classrooms!

A roster will be made consisting of parent & staff volunteers. Please let myself or the office know if you can spare an hour on

the gate for this day. It promises to be a great day!

Best Wishes Adrian

Many of our community would have been shocked to hear of long time parent and school helper, Adrian Downes, struggling

with ill health recently. I have been informed by the family that he is beginning to show signs of making a good recovery from

a recent transplant operation.

On behalf of us all at Chertsey I know we wish Adrian well and hope to see him up and about in the not too distant future.

HEARTKIDS Fundraiser

Did you know that six babies are born each day in Australia with some form of heart disease? At Chertsey we have several

students who require regular hospitalisation due to their heart conditions. As the 14th February coincides with National

Heartkids Day the staff and students have decided to support this good cause by making up bracelets, head bands, hair

accessories and badges. These will be sold for $1-$2 during morning duty, at lunch 1 and lunch 2 in all main playing areas.

Road Safety Reminders(Repeat)

Please ensure the safety of our students by obeying the road regulations within the school zone. That includes not exceeding

the 40km/h speed limit in the mornings and afternoons and being aware of parking regulations. Please DO NOT: park in the

school carpark; complete U turns in the Children Crossing area or; park in the No Stopping zones.

In Bilgola Close the No Parking signs indicate that this area can be used as a drop off and pick up area (sometimes referred to

as a ‘kiss & drop’ zone). The driver, however, must stop for no longer than 2 minutes and if they need to remove themselves

from the vehicle must remain within 3 metres of it.

Council Rangers issue hefty fines for traffic infringements around schools!

Helpful websites for Parents Doing well in class Our expert panel shares tips about how parents can help their younger and older kids reach their full potential at school and motivate them for learning. Watch the video. Find out more: http://www.schoolatoz.nsw.edu.au/wellbeing/development/ getting-off-to-a-good-start/good-start-chapter-one Eight ways to get your kids organized Are you ready for morning madness, late assignments, yesterday's half-eaten lunch sweating in the schoolbag? Just like adults, children cope much better if they can manage their time and their environment wisely. Find out more: http://www.schoolatoz.nsw.edu.au/homework-and- study/homework-tips/eight-great-ways-to-get-your-kids- organised-for-school

Smart foods to boost learning

Mother Nature is full of foods that help us think and feel better. What do you give your child to help them think more clearly, and enhance concentration and

memory? Find out more: http://www.schoolatoz.nsw.edu.au/wellbeing/food/smart- foods-to-boost-learning

Sunsafe and Proud Hat Draw

Our Sunsafe and Proud Hat draw has commenced once again. This week’s winner is Harrison Bissett of class K-6D who wins a

slushy from the school canteen. Congratulations Harrison! And thank you to our school’s canteen & P&C for sponsoring this

weekly prize.

For your child to be in with a chance to win simply ensure they have a school hat with their name marked clearly on the

inside. So far this year I have been extremely proud of how smart the students look in FULL school uniform. Let’s keep it up!

FINAL WHOLE SCHOOL PAPER COPY OF OUR SCHOOL NEWSLETTER

As mentioned last week we strongly encourage you to access our newsletter via email or our website. It not only looks better

in colour but is better for the environment and the money we save on paper can be used on student resources. It will be

assumed that unless you have returned the slip requesting a hard copy of our weekly newsletter that you will be accessing it

electronically. Thank you for your cooperation.

A great start to 2013, Chertsey. Well done!

John Anderson

STAGE 2 “ACTIVE EDUCATION” PDHPE EXCURSION An overnight excursion for Stage 2 students has been organised for Week 8 of Term 2 (Monday 17th to Tuesday 18th June 2013). This sport and recreation camp is run by “Active Education” at their Gosford Centre – Mangrove Mountain. It is an excellent opportunity for students to develop a variety of skills supporting their physical, social, and emotional development and have fun at the same time. Further information will be sent home in the next few weeks. The cost is $160 per student. Student assistance is available to those families experiencing financial hardship. A suggested payment schedule has been developed to allow families to budget for this expense. Please make the following payments on, or before the due date:

A Deposit of $40 due Thursday 8th March (Term 1, Week 6) $40 payment due by Friday 12th April (Term 1, Week 11) $40 payment due by Friday 10th May (Term 2, Week 2) $40 final payment due by Friday 7th June (Term 2, Week 6)

This excursion has the permission of the Principal. Stage 2 Teachers

SCHOOL PHOTOGRAPHS 2013

Dear Parents,

Please note that our whole school photograph day is planned for Tuesday 26th February. We organise our school photos for this time of

the year as all our students are wearing summer uniform, and they all look terrific.

Photographers from Master School Portraits are currently organising information sheets and envelopes for both individual and family

photos. Envelopes have now arrived at school and will be distributed to each student tomorrow (Wednesday 13th February). Orders for

individual and family photographs will need to be pre-paid and can be sent to your child’s class teacher for processing.

A sample of the envelope is on the following page.

Thank you

Gail Vaughan

2013 TWILIGHT SWIMMING CARNIVAL The 2013 Twilight Swimming Carnival will be held Wednesday 20th February 2013 (Week 4) from 4pm until completion at Gosford Olympic Swimming Pool. Competing students will be expected to make their own way to and from the carnival by private transport, as no buses will be provided. Cost to each competing student is $3.00 while spectators (adult and/or child) are $1.90. This is to be paid upon entry to Gosford Pool on the day – no payment is to come to school.

Only children 8 years and over who can confidently swim at least 50m unaided and without stopping will be eligible to register for swimming carnival events.

Permission notes were sent home at the end of Week 1. These should have been completed and returned to your child’s teacher by last Friday 8th February. EVERY CHILD 8 YEARS AND OVER SHOULD HAVE RETURNED A PERMISSION NOTE REGARDLESS OF ATTENDANCE AT THE CARNIVAL. Competing students need to register the events they wish to enter. Unfortunately time does not allow us to run any novelty events or free swims. Medical consent forms will only be sent out to participating students. Successful students will go on to represent Chertsey at the Southern Central Coast PSSA District Carnival to be held at The Peninsula Leisure Centre, Woy Woy on Tuesday 12th March (Week 7). Miss Wiseman 2013 SPORTING HOUSE CAPTAINS AND VICE CAPTAINS Last Friday, Chertsey held their first House Meetings for the year. The upcoming swimming carnival was discussed and all students in Years 2-6 also voted for their House Captains and Vice Captains. Congratulations to the following students: ARURA House Captain (Boys) Tyler Parsons (Girls) Hope Rendall Vice Captain (Boys) Harrison Bissett (Girls) Cassie O’Donnell TCHANKA House Captain (Boys) Justin Berdon (Girls) Sami Champion Vice Captain (Boys) Matthew Gormly (Girls) Kyla Ball ERTWAITCHA House Captain (Boys) Kai Seaman (Girls) Holly Keeling Vice Captain (Boys) Cody Felton (Girls) Kyra Johnson IRRITCHA House Captain (Boys) Tully Tomlinson (Girls) Elise Christie Vice Captain (Boys) Caleb Jackson (Girls) Evie thompson Miss Wiseman

Chertsey Primary School

Welcome Back Breakfast

Come along and have breakfast with the teachers!

When: Friday 15th February 2013

Where: Chertsey Primary School Hall

Breakfast - 8:00am- 8:40am

Parent/Teacher Information Session - 8:45am-9:30am

Children will be supervised in the playground by

Mr Anderson and staff during class meetings.

All families are welcome to attend. A gold coin donation would

be greatly appreciated to support Stewart House.

Hope to see you there!

A friendly reminder. The office will be open if you wish to make ‘Annual Contributions’ or purchase Math

text book packs.

The Annual General Meeting of Chertseydale Community Cottage Inc.

will be held at 4.30pm on Tuesday, 26 February in the staffroom. All are welcome to attend.

Enquiries Judith Wallace 0439 475765.

WELCOME BACK STUDENT BANKERS

School banking will commence on Tuesday 12 February 2013. For all new parents, if you would like your child to

participate in the School Banking program your child will need a Youthsaver account from the Commonwealth Bank. You

can visit the any branch to open one, please take your child’s birth certificate and identification for yourself. If you

are an existing Commonwealth Bank customer with NetBank access you can open an account

online. Simply logon and select ‘offers and apply’ tab, then select ‘Accounts’ and ‘Youthsaver’.

Please have your child’s birth certificate handy.

There is a new range of reward items for consistent bankers including Dollarmite money

boxes, calculators, head phones and wallets. Our school also earns commission for every

banker. For all our existing bankers could you please help me by writing your new class on

the front of your wallets? Thank you for supporting the School Banking program at

Chertsey.

Michelle Frazer

Student Banking Coordinator

KA have settled well into school routines. A huge thank you to their

senior buddies who have been caring, kind and great friends during their

start to school life. KA are enjoying acquiring new skills, building

friendships, using technology, sharing news and developing confidence in

a fun learning environment.

CENTRAL COAST UNITED PHYSIE & DANCE (Established for 26 years – adopting APDA

Syllabus)

Classes Resume at Gosford Public School Hall on: Tuesday 5th February for 4 to 12 years

Monday 11th February for 13 years to 16 years Monday 18th February for Ladies

And at Chertsey Public School Hall on:

Tuesday 5th February for 13 years to 16 years

And at Niagara Park Community Centre on: Monday 11th February for 2nd Year & Open Seniors

Beginners Very Welcome – 2 free introductory

classes

FOR ALL ENQUIRIES CALL MICHELLE ON 0407 258 560

Or visit our website at

www.centralcoastphysie.com Or APDA website

www.physieanddance.com.au

“Smile Luncheon”

The Entrance Leagues Club, Bateau Bay

Sunday 24th March 2013 from 11a.m.

2 course lunch/coffee, raffles and auctions

Tickets $25

Fundraiser for: The Clown Doctors

Theme– Fun/Hat or Fascinator

Tricia 0438 635 783 Pat 43 843336

RSVP before 9th March 2013

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Meetings are held every 2nd Tuesday of each month 6.30pm.

All parents are

School Community Hall for hire. Chertsey Community

Cottage for hire Phone school Office

for details

CHERTSEY SaCCs

School as Community

Centres

Phone: 4323 7158 Fax: 4323 7158 Facilitator: Nada Potter

Assembly times

K-6 Friday (Even Weeks) 1:45-2:45

K-2 Wednesday (Odd Weeks) 9:15-9:45

3-6 Friday (Odd Weeks) 1:45-2:30

DIARY

Friday 15/2 Parent Welcome Back Breakfast

8am-8.40am and then classroom visit

till 9.30am

Wednesday 20/2 Twilight Swimming Carnival 4-6pm

Gosford Pool

Tuesday 26/2 School Photos

Our canteen is now

open on :

WednesdayWednesday

Thursday andThursday and

FridayFriday

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Please notify the office

of any address and

telephone number

changes. In the event

of an emergency we

must have current

information

Chertsey Primary School is not responsible for, and expressly

disclaims all liability for, damages of any kind arising out of use,

reference to, or reliance on any information contained within

advertisements placed in our Newsletters.

ADMINISTERING MEDICATION AT SCHOOL

Dear Parents/Guardian

When medication is needed to be administered at school it is a

departmental requirement that a form be filled out before we are able

to administer the medication. Please see the office staff for a form

when needed.