Weekly Message Dear Parents

It is lovely to finally see some significant rain today, after such a long dry spell. Our grassed areas have really

suffered, so hopefully we will see some green returning to our playground.

The rain adds to the challenges that we already face around our student drop-off and pick-up zone each morning

and afternoon. Parents are reminded that it is a 2 minute waiting zone, and drivers are not permitted to

leave their car. The parking rangers attended our school yesterday, and are returning over the next few

days/weeks. They will be issuing fines for infringements such as double parking, cars left unattended in

the drop-off zone and performing illegal U turns. Please obey all road rules in this area and be particularly

careful in the wet weather.

Also, could I remind students and parents that students should not arrive at school before 8.30 am. When a

teacher commences supervision at 8.30, all students should be sitting under our main COLA.

On a more positive note, we have had much to celebrate this week at our school.

Yesterday, I attended the State Award Ceremony for the Australian History

Association’s National History Challenge for 2017 held at NSW Parliament House.

This year’s topic was “Making a better World?” and I was there to witness Akira

Naumovsky from year 6, receive his award as the winner of the Stage 3 Section

and the Democracy section of the competition. Akira has also won the national

award, and will receive that later this year in Canberra. However, Akira’s family

and I were stunned to learn that he also won the major award for the NSW

competition of Young Historian of the Year! This is an amazing achievement as he

was competing with students from Year 4 through to Year 12, and I am sure that

you will agree that he is to be congratulated for this outstanding effort. In his entry,

Akira looked at Democracy and the Internet, and developed a ten minute

documentary around the topic. It is an outstanding and engaging piece of work, and

well worth watching.

Another high achiever from year 6 is Alice Van, who recently participated in the

Festival of Instrumental Music and performed at the Sydney Opera House. Alice played in the recorder section,

WOLLONGONG PUBLIC SCHOOL

NEWSLETTER

67a Church Street, Phone: 4228 9120 WOLLONGONG NSW 2500 Fax: 4226 5091 Email: Wollongong-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Principal: Harold Cosier Term 4, Week 2

Principal: Mr Harold Cosier

and performed three songs accompanied by the string section. Today in our assembly, Alice is to receive an

award in recognition of that achievement.

Aya Milton, who is representing us in swimming at the Pan Pacific games in South Australia later this year, is

holding a “Come as your Favourite Sports Star” Day on Thursday, to help her pay for her entry and trip

expenses.

Also at today’s assembly, we will be recognising many of our students’ achievements with the presentation of

more Bronze, Silver and Gold Certificates.

Yesterday, Stage 3 students presented their projects in our Annual Science Fair, and there was an enormous

range of innovative hypotheses, experiments and conclusions on display. I spent an hour wandering through

the many projects on display, and it wasn’t nearly long enough to take in the extraordinary amount of thinking

and work that had gone into the production of the exhibits.

Also on a science-related topic, on Tuesday, 3/4P displayed their Sustainable Houses projects, which featured

designs and models, which the students had developed around a sustainability theme. Again, there were many

impressive and thoughtful projects on display, and I congratulate all the students and teachers involved in both

displays.

This week saw us commence the annual Swimming School, and Mrs Roberts and Miss Gray report that it is

going very well, with all participants enthusiastically engaging in their learn to swim lessons.

On Tuesday we had our second Kindergarten orientation and there will be another one next Tuesday morning,

with our 2018 students learning in classrooms, while their parents receive information about our school in the

hall.

Next Wednesday evening at 6.00pm we are holding an information session for BYOD (Bring Your Own

Device). We invite all parents to come and learn about our plan for hand held technology for the coming years.

With devices already an integral part of our world, it is very important that we have a clear plan for how we

are going to include them in the teaching and learning of our students. While we will still be using traditional

learning methods, educators now have access to much more information and tools to access that information,

so we want to share with you how we plan to incorporate the use of devices into your child’s learning, and

discuss both your expectations and our expectations of how that process will work.

Finally, with the end of 2017 only two months away, I must inform you that we will be farewelling Miss

Lauren Paterson. Miss Paterson has been successful in gaining an Assistant Principal’s position at Berkeley

Public School, and will commence duty there in Term 1 2018. She has been an outstanding teacher and member

of our school staff, and will be missed by students, staff and parents alike. I’m sure you will all join me in

congratulating her and wishing her all the best in her new position.

Have a happy and safe weekend.

Harold Cosier Principal

Awards Term 4 – Week 1

Certificate of Merit KH Anes, Ethan

KN Melissa K-1G Triston, Gwil 1C Harry, Eduard 1D Zali, Shay 1-2M Oscar, Jasmine 1-2N Aubry 3B Ayman 3-4HS Ruby 3-4P Sahana 4R Enya 5-6A Justin, Benita 5-6B Kenzy 5-6M Matty 5-6P Ziena 5C Belen 6S Sarah, Euan

Student of the Week

KN Jack 1C Arav 1D Kane 1-2M Dragan 1-2N Lucas 2G Mrittika 3-4HS Tye 3-4P Anh 4R Ruby 5-6A Zibwa 5-6B Borak 5-6M Harry 5-6P Rafy 5C Richard 6S Byron

CALENDAR

Term 4, Week 2

Monday, Oct 16th

Tuesday, Oct 17th

Kindergarten Orientation – 9.30am – 10.45am

Wednesday, Oct 18th

Stewart House bags - last day to return

Thursday, Oct 19th Science Expo 2.30 – 3.30pm

Friday, Oct 20th

Term 4, Week 3

Monday, Oct 23rd

Tuesday, Oct 24th

Kindergarten Orientation – 9.30am – 10.45am

Wednesday, Oct 25th

BYOD Parent information session 6pm – 7pm

Thursday, Oct 26th “Come as a sports star” fundraiser for Aya Milton

Friday, Oct 27th

Term 4, Week 4

Monday, Oct 30th

Tuesday, Oct 31st

Kindergarten Orientation – 9.30am – 10.45am

Wednesday, Nov 1st

Thursday, Nov 2nd

Friday, Nov 3rd

Term 4, Week 5

Monday Nov 6th

Tuesday, Nov 7th

Wednesday, Nov 8th

Thursday, Nov 9th

Friday, Nov 10th

PAYMENT REMINDERS

Year 6 Farewell $15.00 Interrelate Year 5 $21.00 Interrelate Year 6 $37.00 Maths On-line 5C & 6S $11.00 PSSA (participating students) $35.00 Stage 2 Excursion $35.00

Please make sure a signed permission note is returned to the school office when making ALL payments (cash, cheque and on-line). It stops a lot of stress and confusion in the office and for your child.

When: Wednesday 25th October, Week 3

Time: 6-7pm

Where: In the hall

Who should attend? All families who have children in Years 3, 4

and 5 and any other interested families to hear the future directions

of WPS Presentation will include: Engaging and effective learning activities Benefits of using mobile technology in classrooms Redefining learning activities to promote deeper understanding of content Wollongong Public School Plan Parent Survey results Implementation Structures and Procedures

Feel free to review the following Department of Education document to assist your understanding.

http://bit.ly/2gQV8ge

أكتوبر، األسبوع الثالث 25األربعاء الموعد:

مساء 7-6 الوقت:

في القاعة المكان:

وأي عائالت أخرى 5و 4و 3جميع األسر التي لديها أطفال في السنوات الذي ينبغي أن يحضر؟

مدرستنا مهتمة لسماع االتجاهات المستقبلية من

سيشمل العرض: أنشطة تعليمية فعالة و هادفه

في الفصول الدراسية المتحركه فوائد استخدام التكنولوجيا

أعمق إعادة تعريف أنشطة التعلم لتعزيز فهم المحتوى بشكل

العامةWollongongخطة مدرسة

نتائج استطالع اآلباء

هياكل التنفيذ واإلجراءات

ال تتردد في مراجعة وثيقة وزارة التعليم التالية للمساعدة في فهمك

http://bit.ly/2gQV8ge

2018 Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Technology

Information Night

(BYODبك ) جهاز الخاصالجلب 2018

تكنولوجياال لةالمعلوماتلي

SRC Garden Opening! On Monday, our SRC members opened the quiet garden space they have been

working on last term. The students were all excited to have a new space to play

in. So far, the garden has been very popular! The SRC will be around to remind

students that this is a quiet space to play in and draw nice pictures on the

chalkboard. We hope you enjoy and respect our new playground area!

P&C News

Advertising Space for Sale – To assist in our efforts to raise funds for

the school we are offering an opportunity for businesses to purchase

advertising space along the Market Street perimeter fence. If you

have a business, this is a great chance for exposure by advertising

on a large banner at just $1000 for 6 months. For further information

please email: karen.tominez@optusnet.com.au

Paint The Gong – Calendars will be available for sale from next week.

These 2018 calendars are full of beautiful artworks of our local

community by our very talented students. The calendar will make

the perfect gift for family and friends at a cost of $20 each. More

information about how to purchase will be in next week’s newsletter.

Family Movie Night (School of Rock) – Tickets are now available at

the school office to purchase for our first Family Movie Night which

will be held on Friday 10th November. This will be a fun filled evening

for children and parents. There will be drinks and snacks available

to purchase on the night.

Next Meeting: Please join us on Tuesday 7th November 2017 at

6.30pm in the School staffroom for our next P&C Meeting. Come

along to join in the discussions or just to hear about what’s

happening at school!

Wollongong Public School

Friday 10th November 2017

$10 entry includes a glow stick, popcorn & bottle of water

A Family pass is $30 which includes up to 4 children and 2 adults (same family please)

Movie: School of Rock (PG) Time: Claim your space from 6pm, we plan to start the movie at 7pm (for 9pm finish)

Have dinner before you come. On entry you will get a glow wrist band, a bag of popcorn. We will also be

selling tea & coffee (coffee bag – not barista!), cold drinks, snacks and other dessert items that people would like to donate.

Bring something to sit on: a bean bag or low beach-style chair would be perfect, otherwise camp chairs are

fine but you will need to sit further back or on the sides so other people can see.

There is limited space so we will only sell a limited number of seats, be quick as we cannot promise that tickets will be available at the door.

Tickets are available for purchase at the school office.

All proceeds from the night go to Wollongong Public School P&C

See you there!

Movie Night Ticket Order Form

My Child’s name: My Child’s class: Number of Tickets I will purchase: single tix ($10 each): Family pass ($30): Total amount enclosed (cash or cheque): $ (Cheques to be made out to Wollongong Public School P&C)

As this is a P&C organised event NO online payments, cash or cheque only

Wollongong Public School 2018

Kindergarten Orientation

Notification of Key Date Families are invited to attend our Kindergarten Orientation and Parent Information Sessions. It is

encouraged that your child attends each of the sessions so they can experience some of the activities that

the Kindergarten classroom offers and begin to feel safe and confident in starting school. We would also

encourage parents to attend all or as many sessions as possible. The sessions will be as follows:

Kindergarten Orientation Parent Information Session and Classroom session

Term 4 Week 3

Tuesday 24th October 2017

9.30am – 10.45am

An orientation meeting for parents where you will meet several members of staff, including additional

personnel, and as a result have a better understanding of Wollongong Public School and the day-to-day

life of our Kindergarten children. Information concerning the Kindergarten program and school

organisation will be distributed during this session. During this session, our 2018 children will be

participating in some fun and engaging activities in the Kindergarten classrooms.

Kindergarten Orientation Parents as Learners Session and Classroom session

Term 4 Week 4

Tuesday 31st October 2017

9.30am – 10.45am

During this session, parents will gain an understanding of what happens in the Kindergarten classroom

with a particular focus on Literacy and Numeracy. Parents will have the opportunity to trial a variety of

activities and as a result have a clear understanding of what learning will take place when your child starts

school. During this session, our 2018 children will again be participating in some fun and engaging

activities in the Kindergarten classrooms.

We look forward to your attendance and welcoming our new and existing families.

Mr H Cosier Mrs S Neaves

Principal Assistant Principal (Relieving)

Australia Cheng Feng Education Exchange Centre

ACF Mandarin School --- Mandarin Course

ACF Mandarin School is staffed by experienced and qualified teachers who have had decades of experience teaching Chinese in NSW.

Our school provides Mandarin language courses to students from Kindergarten to Year 10 levels. We use a very effective method of teaching by immersing the students in the Chinese culture. Our ultimate objective is to develop the students’ ability, boost their confidence in learning and raise their interest in the new language, making sure they can apply what they have learned to daily, practical use.

Classes: From Kindergarten to Year 10, (4 terms in a year), Course Fee: $200.00/term Special price: $180, teaching Materials: $30/whole Year

Time Table: Tuesday 3:15pm-5:15pm

Term Period Term Period

1 07/02/2017 -- 04/04/2017 3 18/07/2017-- 19/09/2017

2 02/05/2017 -- 27/06/2017 4 10/10/2017-- 05/12/2017

Contact: Principal Ms. Sulian Tang 0404 839 398 Email: suliant@hotmail.com Tel: 02-9211 1803 Fax: 02-9211 9179 Enrolment: Phone, Fax, Email, or In person are all welcome Office Address: Level 5, 461/317-321 Castlereagh Street, Sydney NSW 2000 Location: School Library – Block D, 67A Church Street, Wollongong Public School All students get together at School Library Block D at 3:00pm. The parents pick up your child/children at Library at 5:15pm.