MAGPIE MESSENGER TERM 2 WEEK 8

Issue 9 2019

Term 2 Week 8

Heathcote Public School

I would like to take this opportunity to thank our hard working staff for the multitude of extra-curricular activities they offer for our students. These include band, sport, drama, debating, dance and public speaking at events like Create South, ‘In The Spotlight’ Drama and Dance Festivals, Schools Spectacular, Sutherland Shire Schools Music Festival, Band Fest, Bandtastic, Band Camp, Zone sports carnivals and weekly PSSA sport.

We are lucky to have such dedicated teachers in our school who put in a lot of time and effort to ensure these opportunities are available.    

Ride-A-Thon

On Thursday 27 June we will be holding a Ride-A-Thon.  This is a joint venture with the P&C to raise funds to improve our school playground.

The Ride-A-Thon will take place from 9:00am - 3:00pm on the school's oval.

Students will be asked to bring their bikes to school where they will participate in a theory lesson on bike safety and then ride a set course around the school for twenty minutes.

Students who do not have a bike may bring along their scooter.  For safety reasons all children will be required to wear a helmet when riding their bike or scooter.

There will be a prize for the highest fundraiser in K-2 and Years 3-6. There will also be one 'lucky draw' prize per class for every child who returns money.

Please return all sponsor cards and money by Thursday 27 June.

Thank you to Engadine Cycles & Scooters for your kind donation of two scooters as prizes for our Ride-A-Thon! The students are very excited!

Have a wonderful fortnight!

Damien Field 

Principal

STAGE 3 MADD 

On the 6 June, Stage 3 went to Heathcote High School for the MADD performance. There were two other schools in attendance, Waterfall and Heathcote East. There were a variety of performances that included music, drama, dance, singing and our very own Drama group who performed. All performances were amazing. It was really enjoyable, fun and entertaining.

Thank you Heathcote High for inviting us to attend your MADD performance.

Ava S 5/6C

Create South

Heathcote Public School takes to the stage!

Six talented pupils from Heathcote Public School were given the opportunity to be part of this year’s Create South production ‘Scientia’.

Create South is a gifted and talented program for students in drama, dance, band, choir, art and technology. The program’s main goal is to foster the skills and talents of primary aged students and extend their skills beyond the classroom. Students are encouraged to work with specialist teachers and other like minded students to build and create a cohesive and engaging musical within three days.

This year, Heathcote Public School was lucky to have six students in the Create South program. The students showcased their skills in dance and visual arts.  What better way to perform than to a sold out Sutherland Entertainment Centre!

The HPS students enjoyed every aspect of being part of Create South's 20th musical.

Mr Campbell

Debate

On Friday 14 June, the Heathcote Debating Team competed in round 3 of the Sydney Primary School's Debating Competition.

Heathcote PS - Team A defeated Heathcote PS - Team B in a very close and competitive debate.

The topic was 'takeaway food is better than a home cooked meal'.

Good luck to Heathcote PS - Team A in the finals!

There is still plenty of time to enter your books into the reading log. Premiers Reading Challenge closes mid August.

There is a bit of a hype happening amongst the students and classes regarding their Literacy Pro. Everyone is encouraged to borrow and read a Lexile book and complete the quiz online.

Library is open before school on Monday, Tuesday and Friday for any students who wish to return and borrow books. Our Library monitors are here to help you.

Chess Club

It is very rewarding to see many dedicated chess players who regularly come to chess club every Wednesday morning. We start at 8:15am in the library.

Mrs Pucovski

Teacher Librarian

Congratulations to these children who have received an Achievement Award.  Their names will be announced at this week's assembly. 

KA   Cooper S, Sarah B, Xavier W, Indie M

KV  Archie P, Remi S, Khalily E, Curtis F

1J    Olivia D, Emma K, Ruby C, Ainsley K

1M  Hayden P, Tammy-May C, Leo B, Hayden C

1/2B Tyson W, Zoe D,  Billy H, Aaliyah S

2C   Xavier B, Lincoln C, Ava T, Noah G

2G   Sammy C, Yarran C, Flynn L, Maeve R

3/4D   Ellyse F, Lachlan S, Aiden M, Addison O

3/4M   Mikayla D, Layla E, Jade W, Ruby C

3/4S   Amber G, Amelia M, Jackson B, Isaac B 

4/5L   Charlize C, Ava S, Addison K, Grace S

5/6A   Elliana C, Jayla H, Ellie M, Bodie P

5/6C   Lauren W, Oscar W, Isabelle E, Linnea C

5/6M   Telina A, Ben K, Bailey W, Lola T

RFF   Lachlan S (3/4D), Addison O (3/4D)

Library   Billy H (1/2B)

LaST   Zoe S (1J), Emma C (3/4S)

• Sammy C
• Lilly D
• Ruby C

Congratulations to the following students who will be presented with a Silver Award at this week's assembly. 

• Jake B
• Isabella F
  
• Sophia-Hope O
  
• Tess B
  
• Lachlan L
  
• Emily B
  
• Tayton S
  
• Bella E
• Mila C
  

Congratulations to the following students who will be presented with a Gold Award at this week's assembly. 

• Jolie B
• Ayrleigh G
  
• Lincoln C
  
• Zach S
  
• Harvey M
• Tahli F
  

Congratulations to the following students who will be presented with a Principal’s Honour Badge at this week’s assembly. 

• Annabella W
  

Results for date Friday 14 June 2019

Junior Boys OzTag

Opposition: Yarrawarrah

Result: Loss 2-11

Player of the Match: Chase C

Junior Girls OzTag

Opposition:  Yarrawarrah

Result: Loss 1-6

Player of the Match:  Amber G

Senior Boys OzTag

Opposition:  Bangor

Result: Loss 2-5

Player of the Match: Ryan G

Senior Girls OzTag

Opposition: Marton

Result: Loss 0-7

Player of the Match: Alexis C

Junior A Soccer 

Opposition: Bangor

Result: Loss 2-8

Player of the Match: Tommy M

Junior B Soccer

Opposition: Bangor

Result: Win 4-3

Player of the Match: Luke D

Senior Soccer

Opposition: Bangor

Result: Loss 0-2

Player of the Match: Nathan C

Junior A Netball 

Opposition: Alfords Point

Result: Win 4-1

Player of the Match: Lili S

Junior B Netball

Opposition: Alfords Point

Result: Win 6-1

Player of the Match: Layla E

Senior A Netball

Opposition:  Alfords Point

Result: Win 5-3

Player of the Match: Ellie M

Senior B Netball

Opposition:  Alfords Point

Result: Win 7-6

Player of the Match: Grace S

The next P & C meeting will be held on Tuesday 18 June 2019 at 7pm in the Library. 

Everyone is welcome.

Thank you

Tamar Burns

P&C President

Thank you to Gemima Mennell for taking on sticking and counting tens of thousands Woolworths Earn & Learn stickers.

If you are available the week of 25 June to help with the final tally, we would love to hear from you!

What’s next…

Thursday 4 July – Athletics Carnival Cake Stall

Cake and Slice donations can be dropped to school on Wednesday 3 July or directly to the stall at the fields. A note will be coming home shortly with the full details.

Tuesday 27 August – Father’s Day Stall

We are looking for volunteers to join team Father’s Day stall to help in the lead up and on the day.

Saturday 19 October – A Night at the Movies Trivia Night

Calling all Trivia Cast!  We are looking for 10 cast and crew per table to attend the event of the year!  To audition you must be aged 18 and over and be available from 6pm on Saturday 19 October 2019.  You will need to be dressed in your best movie costumes with your best trivia knowledge at hand.  No headshot or BIO required for the event.  To keep up to date with all Trivia Night announcements and ticket information please like us on Facebook – HPS Trivia Night 

Visit: https://signup.zone/hps-volunteers to view forthcoming events and opportunities to volunteer.

Thank you again for your support

Kind regards

Rebecca Bussell

Fundraising Coordinator

The sports carnival is not too far away, we have coloured house shirts in stock for $10 each.

The boys short sleeve shirts in size 8 are out of stock from the supplier with a due date of mid July.  I am currently sourcing another supplier. 

Uniform shop opening hours:

Monday 8:30 - 9:30am

Wednesday 2:30 - 3:30pm

We only accept cash or cheque in the shop.

Reminder Flexischool orders are filled on Monday mornings.

Emma Stokes

Uniform Shop Coordinator

0418 993 679

We need your help please!

As you know School Banking @HPS is processed by parent volunteers.  But just like you, our team are busy (some of whom have been helping out at school banking for over 10 years) and we are now short of volunteers as some have had to reduce their days due to increased work commitments.

So we need your HELP.  We urgently need at least 3 more parent volunteers to ensure we can continue to run CBA School Banking at HPS.  We currently have over 150 students taking part in school banking so we are hoping that finding 3 more school banking parent helpers is not a big ask!  If you can spare just 2 hours on a Monday only 2-3 times a term then please call our School Banking Coordinator, Helen Holloway on 0434 120 218, or let the office know.  Your help will be greatly appreciated.

From the HPS School Banking team,

Connie, Lisa, Danielle, Sandee, Kerin, Gemima & Helen

Our new winter menu is now available to view on the school website, as well as on Skoolbag.

The Queens Birthday morning tea on Wednesday raised $300 profit. I hope the students enjoyed the special treats!

We are always looking for volunteers to help in the canteen, especially on a Friday. If you are able to help, even for a few hours, please let me know, or if you can be on standby but not commit to a day on the roster, I would love to hear from you as well.

Have a great fortnight.

Naomi Russell

Week 8

Monday 17 June - Roslyn

Wednesday 19 June - Dawn Walton, Vanessa Cawley

Friday 21 June - Deb Turnbull, Lauren Bailey

Week 9

Monday 24 June - Loren Gittoes

Wednesday 26 June - Kristy Reynolds, Lisa Steggles

Friday 28 June - Amy Stein, Danielle Adams

Week 10

Monday 1 July - Jo Wood

Wednesday 3 July - Jen Askew, Sue Green

Friday 5 July - Jess Perry, Louise Smithson 

The P&C email address is

heathcotepublicschool@pandcaffiliate.org.au

Monday 17 June

• In the Spotlight Dance Festival Stage 3

Tuesday 18 June

Wednesday 19 June

Thursday 20 June 

• Assembly 2pm

Friday 21 June 

• Debating Competition Round 1
• SSSMF Junior Choir half day rehearsal
• PSSA / Kung Fu

Monday 24 June

Tuesday 25 June

Wednesday 26 June

Thursday 27 June 

• Ride-A-Thon K-6

Friday 28 June 

• In the Spotlight Dance Festival 
• PSSA / Kung Fu

Monday 1 July

• SSSMF Senior Choir half day rehearsal
• Responsible Pet Ownership K-2
  

Tuesday 2 July

Wednesday 3 July

• Bandfest 11:30am - 4:00pm

Thursday 4 July

• HPS Athletics Carnival 
• Assembly 2pm

Friday 5 July

• PSSA / Kung Fu

Monday 22 July

• School Development Day

Tuesday 23 July

Wednesday 24 July

Thursday 25 July

Friday 26 July

• State Cross Country

Monday 29 July

Tuesday 30 July

• Zone Cricket Trials

Wednesday 31 July

• NAIDOC Celebration Day

Thursday 1 August

• Assembly 2pm

Friday 2 August

Monday 5 August

• Education Week

Tuesday 6 August

• Education Week 

Wednesday 7 August

• Education Week 

Thursday 8 August

• Education Week Open Day

Friday 9 August

• Education Week
• SSSMF Rehearsal and Matinee

Heathcote Public School 

Oliver Street

Heathcote, NSW, 2233

9520 8759

Email: heathcote-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Visit us on the web at http://www.heathcote-p.schools.nsw.edu.au/