MAGPIE MESSENGER TERM 2 WEEK 6

Issue 8 2019

Term 2 Week 6

Heathcote Public School

Screen Time

There has been a lot of research around the negative impact of children having too much screen time. For many families, issues around how much time children are spending on devices can be a source of contention. Limiting screen time can be difficult to monitor and enforce, with arguments sometimes occurring. Thankfully, the latest version of software on the iPad has a function called ‘Screen Time’ in the settings which allows parents to set how much screen time their child has each day. It is up to each family to decide how much screen time is suitable, but a suggestion would be for children to have 30 minutes each school day and one hour each day on the weekend. Once the time is up, your child is locked out of selected apps on the iPad unless a code is entered, and this is a different code to the one that is used to unlock the device.

Many children bring their iPads to school for educational purposes as part of BYOD, so there is the ability to have some apps which are always allowed so the students are not locked out of the device while using it for school purposes. The software also allows the setting of ‘Downtime’ when the iPad cannot be used. A suggestion for downtime would be from 8pm to 8am as this will prevent children from playing on the iPad late at night or early in the morning. It is also important that as parents we are role models for our children about using devices appropriately and limit the amount of time we spend on them. We cannot expect our children to get off their device if we are always on ours.

Kung Fu

This term we are trialling a Kung Fu program for our Stage 2 and 3 non-PSSA students. PSSA students get to enjoy leaving the school each Friday morning to go off and play a competitive game against other schools, so we thought it would be nice for our school sport students to do something special as well. Students will be having five lessons focussing on fitness, body control and simple self-defence techniques.

Ride-A-Thon

On Thursday 27 June we will be holding a Ride-a-thon.

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. All students will be required to wear a helmet when riding their bike or scooter.

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

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.

School Uniform

Our school prides itself on all students wearing the correct school uniform and this includes the appropriate school jacket or jumper. Please ensure your child has their name written on their clothing and that they put in it in their bag when they take it off. We have been finding a number of jackets without names on them around the school recently. Please save your child wearing non-school jackets for at home and the weekend. A large number of jackets and jumpers are sitting in lost property outside the multi-purpose room so please check there if your child has lost theirs’.

Have a wonderful fortnight and long weekend!

Damien Field 

Principal

National Simultaneous Storytime

On Wednesday 22 May we celebrated National Simultaneous Story time. It was wonderful to know that our students were part of 1,138,889 kids from across Australia and New Zealand who stopped to read Matt Cosgroves book “Alpacas With Maraccas.” K-2 students came together in the Library while 3-6 buddied up in their classrooms to watch and listen to Matt Cosgrove read his book with a pair of real alpacas by his side. They were so cute!! The fun didn’t stop there. Mr Field then broke out into a Mexican dance and entertained us with his moves.  A big thankyou to Year 1 students who displayed their talents and performed the Mexican Hat Dance to K-2 students. Thank you to Mrs Booker, Miss McKellar and Miss Bourke for organising the dance.  What a wonderful morning it was. OLEI   OLEI!!!!!

Zone Cross Country

On Friday 24 May, 63 students from Heathcote Public School competed in the Engadine Zone Cross Country Carnival at Heathcote Oval. We had perfect conditions and some outstanding results.

Congratulations to Zac P, Lucas M, Telina A, Gerard K & Matilda A who will be representing our school at the Sydney East Carnival. Good luck and well done Heathcote!

Lachlan McPherson

Performing Band

On Monday 27 May, 9 students from the Performance Band  went to Engadine High School for a band workshop. We learnt three new pieces of music; Infinity, Surfing USA and Geronimo. At the end of the day we performed for our family and friends. All of the Year 6 students got to introduce a song at the performance. We all had so much fun and we learnt a lot.

- Olivia G

Drama 

The drama students had an amazing time performing and watching other performances.  

Sienna and Linnea 5/6C 

Debating

Round 1

Heathcote Public School Team A defeated Sutherland North Team B.

Heathcote Public School Team B defeated Sutherland North Team A.

The topic was  'Supermarkets should only sell Australian products'.

The students did an outstanding job!  Well done! 

Lachlan McPherson

PHILIPPINES BOOK DRIVE

On behalf of the recipients of the wonderful books, which Heathcote community have donated, a very big thank you.

The quantity and quality of your donated books was very impressive.

There are now 250 kg of books going to Philippino needy and deserving students.

The educational and enjoyment aspects from receiving books are obvious but the other thing to keep in mind is the feeling that they know someone else cares about their future.

Thank you once again.

Bill Purkiss

Remi S KV

Mitchell J 1/2B

Eli M 1J

Dustin W 1M

Lia B 1/2B

Connor P 2S

Veronika K 2G

Chase C 3/4D

Blake D 3/4M

Carter S 3/4S

Keira W 3/4S

Ava S   4/5L

Cruz C 5/6A

Ryan G 4/5L

Shae H 5/6A

Lincoln J 4/5L

Telina A 5/6M

Kyah B 5/6A

Skye E 5/6M

Kiara S 5/6M

Holly S 5/6A

Lola T 5/6M

There is still plenty of time to enter your books into the reading log. Premier's 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   Luke H, George K, Hazel B, Kalinda P

KV  Lacey Mc, Osric F, Geordie S, Sienna F

1J    Hayley D, Sienna J, Adriano V, Maddie N

1M Casey G, Tess B, Tallina T, Hallie T

1/2B Della P, Kiana C, Dawson E, Renae M

2C   Henry K, Mila C, Jack S, Imogen P

2G   Sian J, Luke H, Ayrleigh G, Veronika K

3/4D   Tahli F, Bella E, Madison S, Cale J

3/4M   Malia B, Josh F, Zachary S, Myah N

3/4S   Isla Mc, Carter S, Archer A, William P

4/5L   Luka T, Neave K, Matisse C, Riley G

5/6A   Yvan H, Cruz C, Kyah B, Mia M

5/6C   Elizabeth R, Joel S, Kurt S, Tyler S

5/6M   Razz K, Julian J, Eve R, Bronte G

RFF   Grace S (4/5L), Indiana Y (2S), Alex G (5/6M)

Library   George K (KA), Sophia Hope O (1M)

LaST   Billie K (1J), Archer W (3/4M)

• Jacob S
• Jacob H
• Leon C
• Aiden H
• Nicole L
• Tyler S

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

• Amelie E
• Tahlia Y
• Arabella T
• Leo B
• Lola T
• Casey G
  

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

• Matilda A
• Max W
• Connor P
• William P
• Holly S
• Ainsley K
• Sienna J
  

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

• Elliana C
• Telina A
• Skye E
• Jade E
  

Results for date Friday 31 May 2019

Junior Boys OzTag

Opposition: Bye

Result: 

Player of the Match: 

Junior Girls OzTag

Opposition:  Bye

Result: 

Player of the Match:  

Senior Boys OzTag

Opposition:  Marton

Result: Loss 2-8

Player of the Match: Tyler S

Senior Girls OzTag

Opposition: Yarrawarrah

Result: Loss 2-7

Player of the Match: Umyna C

Junior A Soccer 

Opposition: Marton

Result: Loss 1-2

Player of the Match: 

Junior B Soccer

Opposition: Marton

Result: Loss 0-2

Player of the Match: 

Senior Soccer

Opposition: Marton

Result: Win 2-0

Player of the Match: 

Junior A Netball 

Opposition: Illawong

Result: Win 18-1

Player of the Match: Tahlia C

Junior B Netball

Opposition: Illawong

Result: Win 11-0

Player of the Match: Addi O

Senior A Netball

Opposition:  Illawong

Result: Win 10-9

Player of the Match: Linnea C

Senior B Netball

Opposition:  Illawong

Result: Win 10-2

Player of the Match: Lola T

We are very keen to set fundraising goals for the coming year (and beyond if possible) and we are seeking community input.

If you have any ideas where our fundraising money could be spent, but cannot make it to the meetings, I would really like to hear from you! Please call me if you have any suggestions you would like considered. 

At our most recent meeting we voted to contribute financially toward an upgrade of the sound system in our school hall. Our next meeting will be held Tuesday 18 June at 7pm in the Library. Everyone is welcome and I would especially love to welcome new members. Please call me if you like to discuss anything relating to P&C or if you have any questions. My number is 0402 741 322.

I would urge anyone to please come along to P&C meetings if you’d like to contribute further, or if you have any questions, suggestions or feedback, as these meetings are ultimately where events are discussed and decisions are made.  If you ever have any questions or feedback on any P&C related matters, I strongly urge you to contact me either via email or via my mobile number – 0402 741 322.

Thank you

Tamar Burns

P&C President

Woolworths’ Earn & Learn program is running until 25 June. 

We have already emptied the box at Engadine Woolworths and look forward to checking it again this week. Stickers can be placed in either the collection box located in the office at School or at Engadine Woolworths.  At the end of June the school will be able to select from a large range of learning and play resources based on the number of stickers we have collected.

If you are available to help count stickers, I would love to hear from you!

What’s next…

Thursday 4 July – Athletics Carnival Cake Stall

Tuesday 27 August – Father’s Day Stall

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

Uniform shop opening hours:

Monday 8:30am-9:30am

Wednesday 2:30pm-3:30pm

We only accept cash or cheque in the shop.

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

We have a new winter menu coming out this week!

Lasagne and Macaroni Cheese have been added as well as pumpkin soup. Prices have not been increased this term. A paper copy will be sent home, as well as it will be uploaded onto the school website and Skoolbag.

On Wednesday 12 June, we will be having a special morning tea for the Queen’s birthday. We will be serving scones with jam and cream for $1.50, tea cup biscuits for 50c, and cup of jelly for $1.00.

Our recent meal deal for Alpacas with Maracas raised $905 profit.  

Have a great fortnight.

Naomi Russell

Week 6

Monday 3 June - Jo Wood

Wednesday 5 June - Sue Green, Sandra Mottram

Friday 7 June - Danielle Adams, Jen Lavender

Week 7

Monday 10 June - CLOSED Queen's Birthday  

Wednesday 12 June - Gladys Honer, Michelle Dwyer

Friday 14 June - Lauren Bailey, Leanne Meredith

Week 8

Monday 17 June - Roslyn

Wednesday 19 June - Dawn Walton, Vanessa Cawley

Friday 21 June - Rachael Crewes, Deb Turnbull, Nat Lowder

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 3 June

Tuesday 4 June

Wednesday 5 June

Thursday 6 June 

• Stage 3 to MADD at Heathcote High School 10:30am - 12:00pm
• Assembly 2pm

Friday 7 June 

• PSSA / Kung Fu

Monday 10 June

• Queen's Birthday Public Holiday

Tuesday 11 June 

• Create South workshop

Wednesday 12 June

• Create South workshop
• Zone softball trials 

Thursday 13 June 

• K-2 Responsible Pet Ownership 
• Create South performance

Friday 14 June 

• SE Regional Cross Country
• PSSA / Kung Fu

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 Stage 2
• PSSA / Kung Fu

Monday 1 July

• SSSMF Senior Choir half day rehearsal

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

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/