Hammondville Public School Newsletter

Term 2

I would like to warmly welcome all our community members back to school. We have another busy and exciting term ahead of us with many events and engaging learning opportunities planned.

Easter Hat Parade

We had a fantastic Easter Hat Parade last term and I would like to thank Mrs Dorrington for her organisation, the P & C for their support and raffle organisation, the students for their excellent behaviour and hat making skills and the K-2 teachers for their enthusiasm on the day. Well done to all it was a great celebration.

ANZAC Service

Our ANZAC service this year was a welcome remembrance of the amazing sacrifice our service men and women have made and continue to make for our country. A huge thank you to Mrs Ford and Mrs O’Hanlon for their organisation on the day and in the weeks prior to the service. These assemblies take a lot of coordination from outside agencies and a big commitment to be successful.

Uniforms

Just a reminder to parents and carers that we pride ourselves on having a uniform that unites our students and demonstrates respect for our school. Can I please ask that you ensure your child comes to school in full school uniform. Any accessories worn such as hair ties should also be school colours. Thank you for your support and cooperation in this matter.

Kindergarten Literacy and Numeracy night

Just a reminder to our Kindergarten parents that this Wednesday 1st May we will be holding our Literacy and Numeracy at 6pm in the Kindergarten rooms. This night is designed to provide parents with ideas and strategies to support their child’s learning at home. We look forward to seeing you a there. Thank you to the Kindergarten teachers for you organisation and preparation for this night.

Term Calendar

The school calendar for term 2 is attached at the bottom of this newsletter.

Helping Kids make friends

Some children have difficulties making friends and as parents this can be a source of worry and concern. If this is something that concerns you the Department have factsheets to help, that provide strategies for parents to support their child in this area. Please take a look by following the link below.

https://education.nsw.gov.au/public-schools/practical-help-for-parents-and-carers/family-wellbeing/developmental/helping-kids-learn-how-to-make-friends

Have a wonderful week of learning!

Mrs Rebekah Murray

Rel. Principal

 Wednesday 1st May Kindergarten Literacy & Numeracy Night 6:00pm

Monday 6th May - Wednesday 8th May - Stage 3 Camp

Thursday 9th May - Mother's Day Stall

Friday 10th May - 3-6 Assembly 2:00pm

Friday 17th May - K-2 Assembly 9:15am

Wednesday 29th May - Preschooler's Open Day 11:30am to 1:00pm

• There were no notes on CareMonkey

• Winter PSSA will commence week 3.
  

School Office Hours of Operation

Our school office hours are 8:30am to 3:15pm.

EFTPOS Payments can be made between 8:45am - 9:00am and 2:30pm - 3:00pm.

Student Absences

The Education Act requires that a reason is provided to the school within 5 days of the occurrence of a student absence.

If your child is absent from school please notify us via Skoolbag or drop a note/medical certificate in our secure letterbox on the outside of the office wall. Do not send absent notifications to the class teacher via Class Dojo.

Late Arrival/ Early Departure

All students who are late to school must come via the office to receive a late pass, which is then to be handed to their teacher.

If you are picking up your child early from school you must visit the office first to receive an early departure pass, which you then give to your child’s teacher.

 Toileting Accidents

If your child is prone to toileting accidents please ensure that spare underwear and school clothes are kept in their bags.

If your child does borrow clothes from our school please ensure the clothes are washed and promptly returned to the office.

Nut Free Recommendation

Due to severe allergies of some students at Hammondville Public School, we do recommend that parents not send their children to school with nut products, eg muesli bars, peanut butter, nutella etc.

P&C Payments

All payments to the P&C must be CASH ONLY and in a separate envelope to school payments.

There will be no assembly week 1 of term 2, the next K-2 assembly will be in week 3 on Friday 19th May at 9:15am.

Stage 3 camp is next week and we are all getting very excited ready for departure day on Monday 6th May. A reminder that our coaches will be departing at 7:00am sharp. Staff require students at school by no later than 6:30am so medication and money can be collected and luggage loaded. On Wednesday 8th May students are expected to return at approximately 3:30pm. This time is subject to traffic conditions so it is advised that parents be at school before this time. Updates will be posted on Skoolbag in regards to the return time. We are looking forward to our adventures at Point Wolstoncroft and can’t wait to share all of our exciting stories with you when we return.

Stage 3 Teachers.

Stewart House clothing donation bags were sent home with the eldest child in each family today. If you would like to make a donation please return the bags to the 3-6 sports cage by Friday 3rd May 2019.

Stewart House donation envelopes were sent home with the eldest child in each family today. If you would like to make a $2:00 donation please return the envelope via the school office letterbox chute by Friday 17 May 2019.

Zone Cross Country: Tuesday 28 May, 2019

School Athletics Carnival: Monday 29 July, 2019

Congratulations to Oscar Lindbom, Miriam Gauld, Annabelle James, Holly Salzmann and Shelby Whiting who competed at the NSW State Swimming Championships at the end of last term.You competed against the best swimmers of the state and competed well. The school community is extremely proud of you.

RESULTS

Miriam Gauld, Annabelle James, Holly Salzmann and Shelby Whiting - 26th in NSW for the junior girls relay in 2:46.39

Oscar Lindbom - 32nd in NSW in 40.01 for the 11 years 50m butterfly

Oscar Lindbom - 36th in NSW in 43.04 for the 11 years 50m backstroke

Oscar Lindbom - 11 years 50m breaststroke

Tuesday's Tempting Treat:- Banana and Custard $1:50 each, available at recess and lunchtime.

Regards,

Tracey & Sue

The uniform pool will be open Wednesday afternoon from 2:30pm- 3:00pm.

Prices:

All logo items are $2:00

All non-logo items are $1:00

Dresses, Parkas & Bags are $5:00

Thank you,

Tracey

The P&C will be holding its annual Mother's Day stall on Thursday 9th May.

All gifts are $6.00 each with a limit of 4 gifts per student.

Please place correct money in red P&C envelope with your child’s name, class and number of gifts.

Cash only. 

Please use a separate envelope for each child.

Payments due by Thursday 2nd May.

Thank you,

Hammondville P&C

As mentioned last term we are participating in the Woolworths Earn and Learn program for 2019. Through the program we will be able to choose new educational resources for our school and all we need to do is shop for groceries at Woolworths.

From Wednesday 1st May to Tuesday 25th June we are collecting Earn and Learn Stickers. You will receive one sticker for every $10.00 spent (excludes liquor, Tobacco products and gift cards). Place the stickers on the sticker sheet and when complete drop it into the collection box in the school office.

At the end of the program teachers will choose some great equipment for the classrooms ranging from resources for Maths, English, Science and Arts and Crafts.

If you would like to know more visit woolworths.com.au/earnand learn.

I will keep you up to date each week on our sticker tally.

IT IS TIME TO GET OUR COMMUNITY TO STICK TOGETHER.

Tracey O’Hanlon

Earn and Learn Co-ordinator