WIRREANDA WHISPER

GROWING IN HARMONY

TERM 4 WEEK 4 2016

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43 Brocklesby Road Medowie NSW 2318 Phone: 4982 8893 Email: wirreanda-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Principal’s Message

Recently I sent home information regarding our bushfire procedures. Attached to the procedures was a note requesting updated contact details. Importantly, on this note I asked you to indicate who could pick up your child in the event we evacuate due to a bushfire emergency. It is very concerning that fewer than half of these notes have been returned. Please return them as soon as possible. 2017 Placement Requests 2017 planning will commence shortly. Parents may make requests for special consideration for placement for 2017. A special request form is only available from the office. Requests from parents will only be considered if they are on the form and it is submitted by 4th November 2016. Please note it is not possible to request a particular teacher. Whilst all requests with substantial grounds for the request will be considered, the final decision will be based upon the professional judgement of the teaching staff. Requests will not be considered after 4th November 2016.

Christmas Craft Day This year we are going to hold a K-6 Christmas craft day on Monday 12th December, where students make a craft

item to keep. Volunteers are needed to help us run a craft workshop for around 10 students. If you are interested in volunteering to take a group please get a registration form from the office.

Please let the office know as soon as possible if you are moving or changing schools next year as we currently have to project our anticipated numbers for 2017. Our student numbers determine our staffing allocations and planning. Thank you! Philippa Young Principal Deputy Principal’s Message Day for Daniel Thank you to all students for supporting Day for Daniel, an awareness raising activity that focuses on children’s safety. Classes discussed strategies for personal safety such as:

• Tell someone where you are going and what time you will be home

• Recognise your body clues • React if you feel scared or confused • Report any unsafe situations to a trusted

adult The safe use of the internet was also discussed in some classes. Important internet safety tips such as:

• Set your profile to private on all social media sites

• Never give out your address or telephone number without your parent’s permission

• Do not accept a ‘friend’ request from people you do not know

EVERYONE HAS THE RIGHT TO FEEL SAFE!

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Grandparents Day There will be a celebration for Grandparents Day on 8th December at Wirreanda. This is approximately 5 weeks away and gives families extended notice in which to invite grandparents to Wirreanda for a wonderful day of activities (with a special, secret surprise at the end!). There is more information about the celebration of our Grandparents on the flier below. Volunteer’s Lunch This year we will be thanking parents and community volunteers with a special lunch at Wirreanda on 8th December. Invitations will be sent home in Week 5. If you have volunteered at school this year and have not received your invitation by the end of Week 5, please contact the school. This year the Volunteer Thank You Lunch and Grandparents Day will be combined as one celebration.

Swim School Swim School continues this week until Friday. Reports from the teachers indicate that the students have put in a really determined effort to improve their swimming skills. Thanks must go to Ms Shearer and Mr Erickson for accompanying the students and for taking groups in the pool. Attention All Classes! Who likes icy poles? Would you like your whole class to win one? It’s easy! Bring your Bushfire Emergency Contact Information form into the school office. At the Week 5 Monday morning assembly, Mrs Wilson is going to announce the class that has brought back the largest number of Bushfire Emergency Information forms. This class will receive an icy pole for each member of the class….and the class teacher of course.

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Cup of the Week Mrs Wilson presented the Cup of the Week to 1D in Week 4. 1D was commended for their confidence while Ms Wasson was relieving as class teacher. Mrs Carey awarded the Cup of the Week to 3G this week. It has been noticeable that 3G are very organised and ready to learn as soon as they arrive to class. Congratulations to both classes. Regards Sue Wilson Deputy Principal Christmas Collection to support Samaritans In 2016 we would like to support those families in our community who may need help to make Christmas brighter. A small donation of non-perishable food and items could make a massive difference to someone’s Christmas this year. Each class will have a small box, and we are asking students in each class to bring in non-perishable items to fill the box. The donations will be collected for November only. Suggestions are: cereal, long-life milk, pasta, pasta sauces, rice, tinned meals, soup (packet or tin), baked beans, spaghetti, tea, coffee, lunchbox snacks, tinned fruit, tinned vegetables, spreads, tinned tuna etc Pet food & supplies Nappies, baby wipes, toilet paper, toothpaste, toothbrush, soap, deodorant, shampoo/conditioner, shaving gear, toiletry bags, moisturiser, hand wash, washing powder, bathroom or kitchen cleaning products. We would appreciate any assistance you may be able to give. Merit Awards Congratulations to all of our Merit Award winners Bronze Jemma Osborne, Ronan Courtney, Harlem Mason, Jacob Mowbray, Juneau Haworth, William Taylor, Hunter Williams, Charlie Wither, Mimi Kent, Liliana Matthews, Lianna Richings, Hayden Knighton, Cooper Morrison-Rumbel, Layla Hannah, Kayla Bell, Charlotte Hack, Lucah McAusland, Kayla Morton,

Tahj Foley, Zain Hassan, Marvin Imanil, Jack Jones, Josie Burley, Cameron Kelly, Jordan Hannah-Salerno, Sienna Bowden, Crystal Taylor, Jordan Wise, Zachary Hodgson, Caiden McManus, Jake Olsen, Lachlan Reddon, Joshua Salerno, Kade Warner, Dylan Yowanowski, Jai Wright, Kayla Behan-Smith, Keira Williamson, Tahlia Wright-Bean, Grace Warren, Boden Drummond, Nicholaus Elzinga, Jasper Fraser, Lucas Morgan, Riley Williams, Isabella Kelly, Alex Nye, Joshua Bell, Ellie White, Jarryn Grinter Silver Madison Libbis, Bridie Smith, Elaina Cannings, Declan Hicks, Seth Turnbull, Issac Curran, Star Davis, Mackenzie Aurisch, Jessica Dingle, Grace Upton, Lochlan Harding, Patrick Harrison, Azrah-Mai Reid, Emma Bennett, Lana Christie, Maddison Cunningham, Olivia Franks, Mikaela Neil, Hannah White, Cameron Borg, Alexander Phillips, Toby Ruhl, Annie Dolstra, Libby Gentle, Mikaela Haworth, Maryia Millar, Amelia Woodard, Lucas Barlow, Brandon Dennett, Elijah Jensen, Djuandet Kalischer, Madelaine Beninga, Emerson Hector, Hunter Henwood, Hollie Maher, Isabella Moxey, Jordan Wise, Max Hoogland, Fletcher Laughton, William Phillips, Memphis Auld, Imogen Mehonoshen, Kimrena Joe, Connor Hawes, Nickolas Patten, Zac Ruhl, Connor Stott-Lucas, Riley Tyson, Mikayla Smith-Gow, Diann Joe, Taj Latimer, Ayla Barrett, Telia Dolstra, Kiara Jewell, Olivia Lightfoot, Shayley McGrorey-Clarke, Mia Poulter, Bonnie Rebb, Ellie White, Ethan Hall Gold Ella Campbell, Clayton Gallagher, Shannon Bohan, Selman Hassan, Joshua Meister, Kayne Conroy, Jayden West, Emily Boatswain, Maverick Toby, Jesse Dyer, Michael Moffat, Stephanie Richards Canteen News Canteen Roster: Week 4 Thur 3rd J Donohue Fri 4th L Matthews, R Gibson-Smith + 2 extra volunteers needed please Week5 Mon 7th K Bennett Tue 8th J Donohue, K Bennett Wed 9th K Hill

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Thurs 10th J Donohue, L Jewell Fri 11th L Brooks, L Ferguson, S Patten,

R Gibson-Smith Week 6 Mon 14th K Bennett, E Grice Tues 15th J Donohue, F Barlow Wed 16th K Hill Thur 17th J Donohue Fri 18th L Matthews, R Gibson-Smith

+ 2 extra volunteers needed please Our Term 4 Lunch Special is proving popular. “Chicken Finger Salad Box” 4 chicken goujons, a side salad and 200ml juice box (apple, orange or apple/blackcurrant) with a small gift. $3.00 Everyone who orders the lunch special will go into the draw to win a lunch box filled with yummy and healthy treats. There is one prize for each year K-6, so be in it to win it! It is a very busy time of year and many students are utilising the canteen therefore we need more volunteers. If you have a few hours or a day to spare we would appreciate your help. Each time you volunteer, your name goes into the draw for a prize. Last Thursday at our afternoon tea, Christine Jones’ name was drawn as the Term 3 winner. Congratulations and thank you. Many thanks to Medowie Meats for donating the Term 3 major prize and The Sportz Café for their support. Another reminder for lunch orders to be handed in to the Canteen BEFORE school starts please. Years 1-6 need to bring their own lunch bag to the canteen to collect any pre-ordered drinks etc.

PAID ADVERTISING Wirreanda’s newsletter contains paid advertisements, which assist with the cost of publication. The publication of such advertisements does not imply endorsement of any product or service by the NSW Department of Education or Wirreanda Public School.

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For Sale: $20 each We have 2 of these 4 drawer filing cabinets for sale. If you would like to take a look at the condition of the cabinets please contact the office. (Picture used is not the actual school cabinet)

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Term 4 WIRREANDA PUBLIC SCHOOL 2016

Term 4 WIRREANDA PUBLIC SCHOOL 2016

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

4 31 October K-6 Assembly Swim School

1 November 2 November 3 November 4 November 3-6 Assembly 2:50pm – Host Year 3’s from 2/3B & 2/3E

5 7 November K-6 Assembly Student Leaders interviews

8 November 9 November Kinder Orientation Visit 2

10 November Kinder Orientation Visit 2

11 November Remembrance Day K-2 Assembly 2:30pm – Host KW QUEST Leadership Day

6 14 November K-6 Assembly

15 November 16 November 17 November EOI for 2017 School Captains IHS 7E transition

18 November 3-6 Assembly 2:50pm – Host 3S

7 21 November K-6 Assembly Captains Speeches & voting for School Captains 2017

22 November P&C Meeting

23 November 24 November Scripture Christmas Assembly

25 November K-2 Assembly 2:30pm – Host SRC Reps Yr 6 Farewell $ due

8 28 November K-6 Assembly

29 November 30 November Prefect Elect Afternoon Tea

1 December Yr 7 IHS transition

2 December 3-6 Assembly 2:50pm – Host 4F Gold Day $ due Medowie Carols

9 5 December K-6 Assembly

6 December Kinder Culminating Day

7 December

8 December 9 December Presentation Day Reports go home K-2 Assembly 2:30pm – Host TBA

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12 December K-6 Assembly Christmas Craft Day Kinder Graduation Yr 6 Farewell

13 December Gold Day

14 December Christmas Concert Class Parties

15 December Moving Day

16 December Student’s Last Day

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19 December School Closed

20 December School Closed

21 December 22 December 23 December

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