Term 4 Week 3 Thursday 29 October 2020

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Important dates for your diary...

For your diary...

*Friday 30 October- Fluoro Friday/ World Teachers' Day

*Tuesday 3 November- K2021 Transition

*Wednesday 4 November- P&C Meeting 7:30pm via Zoom PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF DATE!

*Thursday 5 November- K2021 Transition

*8-15 November- NAIDOC Week

*Tuesday 10 November- K2021 Transition

*Wednesday 11 November- Friday 13 November- Year 6 Great Aussie Bush Camp

*Wednesday 11 November- Remembrance Day

*Wednesday 11 November- DanceSport In-School Event

*Thursday 12 November- K2021 Transition

*This section and our Skoolbag calendar will be updated as full school activities resume.

Term 4 Calendar UPDATED

From the Principal, Ms Hanson

World Teachers' Day!

As we get ready to celebrate World Teachers’ Day tomorrow Friday 30 October 2020, it is time to thank ALL of our wonderful teachers!

In what has been an unprecedented year, our teachers have all continued to show their professionalism and resilience, striving every day to do their best for our students. By commemorating World Teachers’ Day across all school communities, we have the opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate the wonderful work of all teachers across our entire state.

On behalf of our school community, THANK YOU to all of our wonderful teachers for everything you do! We are so fortunate to have such a wonderful team of dedicated teachers working together at Beacon Hill Public School to provide engaging, challenging and relevant learning and experiences for our students. Our teachers are committed to continually improving their practice and are always willing to go above and beyond to support and help the students.

Each individual’s passion for teaching and dedication to students contributes to making our world-class education system what it is today.

So, let us join together to thank the amazing BHPS teachers by wearing your brightest colours on World Teachers’ Day on Friday 30 October. 

Welcome to our Kindergarten 2021 students- the class of 2033!

We are beyond excited to welcome our Kindy 2021 students to our school next week for their first of 3 transition to school days!

Our Taste of School sessions will take place over the next three weeks. We can't wait to get to know our Kinder students as they finally are able to visit classrooms and participate in some fun learning experiences!

Although it is going to be a little different, we look forward to meeting our new families next week!

#MathsTrainsBrains- DoE launches the Everyday Maths Hub

This week, the NSW DoE launched a new campaign aiming to shift attitudes towards mathematics, encouraging our students and their parents to embrace the incredibly important subject because we use maths in almost everything we do. 

The campaign is part of the broader NSW Mathematics Strategy, which is supporting schools and students to succeed in a critical subject for students' education. A key element of this campaign is a suite of new resources to help our parents and carers inspire students love for mathematics. 

The resource hub, Everyday Maths, is a NSW-first, aimed at involving parents and carers in their children's mathematics learning, and supporting them to feel more confident in talking with their child about mathematics.

Be sure to have a look!

End of Year Activities/ Celebrations

We are busy planning for our end of year activities and celebrations! Although we are all hopeful that restrictions will continue to ease, the lead in time necessary to prepare for larger scale events and the fact that we don't really know what things may look like, means we are planning our activities within the guidelines as they currently stand. If restrictions ease, we will be able to modify plans accordingly.  As a result, our end of year activities, celebrations and presentation events will look different for 2020. 

We will be holding two days of "Celebration/ Presentation of Awards" assemblies in stage groupings. On Wednesday 9 December, we will host our Kindergarten Graduation and Presentation Assembly at 10am, followed by our Stage 1 (Year 1 and 2) Presentation Assembly at 11:30am.  On Thursday 10 December, we will host our Stage 2 (Years 3 and 4) Presentation Assembly at 9:30am followed by our Stage 3 (Years 5 and 6) Presentation Assembly at 11:30am. At this point in time, we will livestream these assemblies to families. More details will be sent home closer to the events. 

Excitingly, our Year 6 celebrations can go ahead- although these will look different depending on the guidelines closer to the time.

Additionally, our school Picnic Day will look a little different this year as grades will be planning for their own "in school picnic day" activities. These will be different for each grade and may not all be on the same day, so please keep an eye on the Beacon, the ever evolving calendar and your emails for further details. 

School Planning for 2021!

As we plan for next year it is vital that we have accurate data regarding definite enrolments. Changes to enrolments can make a significant difference in terms of staffing, classroom accommodation and actual class formations. So please, if you are moving to another other area next year and have children not returning to us in 2021, we would appreciate you notifying the school office. Similarly, if you plan to start your child in Kindergarten next year and you have not yet enrolled him or her, or completed all documentation, then please contact the school office as a matter of priority as our Kinder 2021 children will soon commence their transition to school program.

From time to time we have families who extend their holiday and will therefore not return to school at the commencement of the school year. It is imperative that the school receives notification, in writing, that the children are returning to school prior to the end of first term, if they are to be included in the numbers that are submitted to the DoE. So, if you are extending your holiday, please complete the form below with as much information as possible regarding return to school dates. It is important that this information is in writing and signed by parents/ carers.

2021 Notification

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COMMUNITY FORUMS- SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PLANNING

Thank you so much to the parents/ carers who recently completed the Tell them From Me parent survey. We really value your input and completing the survey is one way that community ‘voice’ can be heard! As the 2020 school year and current school planning cycle draws to a close, a key focus for our school is thoroughly evaluating our current strategic directions as well as preparing for the development of our 2021-2024 Strategic Improvement Plan.

We have established a BHPS School Improvement Team comprising staff and community members and we are currently seeking more interested parents/ carers to join this team to participate in community forums during Term 4.

If this is something that you would be interested in, please email us at school on beaconhill-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au, providing your name and contact information as well as your child’s name and class.

We are looking to host these forums via Zoom throughout the term. However, we are also exploring other opportunities to gather feedback. We look forward to hosting similar forums with our students as well!

Covid-19 Information for Parents and Carers

The Department regularly updates their website to reflect the current health advice and to ensure the community is informed of the expectations on school sites for students, staff and the community. The information can also be accessed using the link below. 

https://education.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/advice-for-families#School1

From the Deputy Principal-Mrs Walsh

Wacky Wednesday Teacher Swap!

Yesterday we had our first Wacky Wednesday Teacher Swap and the focus this week was maths! Each class had a "guest teacher' from another grade or stage and engaged in a Maths lesson with them after recess. 

At BHPS we are creating a culture of working collaboratively across the school to continuously improve teaching and learning . Wacky Wednesday builds the capacity of teachers by fostering cross-stage connections and collaboration.

These sessions also provide a wonderful opportunity for our students to become familiar with different teachers and make connections with staff members they may not yet know.

Feedback from our first Wacky Wednesday session has been positive from both teachers and students. The maths lessons were highly engaging and everyone enjoyed the learning experience immensely.

Over the next four weeks, our Wacky Wednesday sessions will help to build a community of teachers with a shared responsibility towards all the students in our school - "It takes a village to raise a child" and at Beacon Hill we are one big village!

Changes to our School Reports

Semester 2 academic reports will be available on Friday 11 December, 2020. The reports will take a format similar to semester one, although they will be more detailed in order to reflect individual progress against specific learning outcomes.

Individual performance is measured against stage appropriate outcomes, with achievement determined by the administering of quality assessment for, as and of learning. Students receive the grade that best matches the standard of their demonstrated achievement against the outcomes.

Our reports have been redesigned, in line with DoE policy, to provide a clearer picture of student progress and attainment; based on parent and teacher feedback. The new report format will show student achievement against descriptors within each key learning area and the next steps required to move forward with their learning. 

Year 7 Entry into Selective High Schools in 2022

Applications for those students in Year 5 wishing to apply for selective high school in 2022 will open on 13 October 2020 and close on 16 November 2020. Detailed instructions on how to apply online are available at https://education.nsw.gov.au/public-schools/selective-high-schools-and-opportunity-classes/year-7

You must apply before the closing date. Please note, all applications must be completed online and that there are no paper applications. To apply you will need to register and then apply through the High Performing Students website. https://education.nsw.gov.au/public-schools/selective-high-schools-and-opportunity-classes All applicants are required to sit the Selective High School Placement Test on Thursday 11 March 2021. All students in Year 5 have received an “Intention to apply” note to advise the school if you are intending on applying for your child. Please also see attached to this Beacon.

Selective HS Intention to apply in 2022

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Find something bright to wear because it's FLURO FRIDAY!

World Teachers' Day in Australia is Friday October 30. This year we will celebrate our wonderful teachers and the 'bright future of teaching" with FLURO FRIDAY and some crazy sunglasses! 

BHPS is fortunate to have such a dedicated team of inspiring and passionate educators. So take some time out on Friday 30th to think about all you have learned this year, then say a big thank you to your teacher for all their hard work!

Aussie Stars - Respect

Congratulations to the following children who have received the Aussie Star Award for Respect.  They consistently display good manners by being friendly and polite to everyone.  They recognise the importance of speaking and acting appropriately towards teachers, other adults and their peers.

These students will receive their awards at our assembly next week.

 

KB     Brooke D

KG     Owen F

KT     Owen B

KW    Evie C

1G     Joey K

1M   Marley Z

1S      Lucinda M

1/2K  Vivian L

2HC  Mila O

2M    Sienna W

3A     Eirwen B

3H    Tilda G

3/4R  Ethan N

4B     Kora C

4G    Pia B

4/5T  Elise T

5G    Tolley L  (absent)

5N    Jude L

6M    Gabriel A

60     Manny R

6R    Carter M

Star Awards

Superheroes Awards - Aurora

Learning Superheroes: AURORA - A RISK TAKER Award Recipients


Next Monday the following students will receive their Aurora Award for taking risks with their learning.

KB - Rocco F, KG - Hazel S, KT - Romeo R, KW - Mary-Rose V

1G - Lachlan M, 1M - Sabina S, 1S - Talon W, 1/2K - Piper K

2HC -  Poppy H, 2M - Ryan B

3A - Izzy S, 3H - Matilda W, 3/4R - Tyler N

4B - Lachie K, 4G - Kosta A

4/5T - Jonah S, 5G - Manny S, 5N - Phoebe L

6M - Lucas W, 6O - Jonah L,  6R - Asha C

Congratulations and keep up the great work!

Stage Two News, Yrs 3 & 4

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Stage Three News, Yrs 5 & 6

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Other School News

Multicultural Perspectives Speech Day

Congratulations to Zara P. of 3/4R for making it to the Regional Multicultural Perspectives Speech Final.

Zara had to present her speech on Refugees which she wrote for our school Multicultural Perspectives Speech Day and then she had to write an impromptu speech in 5 minutes and present it for one minute. The topic was Bad Habits. The entire Presentation was on Zoom.

She participated confidently and we are all very proud of her.

 

Cam Matthewson Year 6 Teacher

K-6 SportsPro Lessons Term 4

This term all children at BHPS will be participating in sport lessons on a Friday. The students will be based in stage groups and will be taught by specialist SportsPro coaches and BHPS staff.

The SportsPro coaches will be instructing the students in gymnastics and team building activities. BHPS teachers will be instructing the students in Fundamental Movement Skills and team based games that encourage sportsmanship.

Fees for SportsPro have been sent home today via email.

 

Happy Sporting

Kim Graham

SportsPro Coordinator

In the Library

Notices will be going home next week about overdue library books please return all books by week 5 or make payment at the office for lost or damaged books

 

Alison Shearer

Teacher/Librarian

Beacon Hill Primary School

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JUNIOR BAND 2021 – REGISTRATIONS NOW OPEN

 

It’s time to enrol for Junior Band 2021.

Registrations are now open and will close on Friday 6Th Nov at 5pm.

Here is the link to register your child:

 

 Junior Band 2021 Registration

 

The BHPS Band program is available to students in Year 3-6.  It is comprised of Junior Band (Year 3 and some Year 4), Intermediate Band (Year 4), Concert Band (Years 5 and 6) and Jazz Band (Year 5 and 6).  The program is run by parent volunteers.  Traditionally, the Bands get lots of opportunities throughout the year to perform both onsite and out in the community.  We look forward to this schedule returning in 2021.

All Year 2 students (and those Year 3 students who would also like to join) are invited to join Junior Band at the end of their Year 2 year, to then begin with the Band at the start of their Year 3 year.

Last week the Year 2 and 3 children have been shown a video introducing them to our school band and the instrument choices available. The video link can be found below so you can watch it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V8f94LZ8-zU&feature=youtu.be

 

We look forward to welcoming your little musician to Band.

 

Band Committee

CANTEEN UPDATE - TERM 4

We are back and ready to look after your children in Term 4. 

We are still operating with our smaller menu for the remainder of the year. (Copy is attached to The Beacon) 

We have new items for lunch this term: 

Caesar Salad with Chicken - crisp cos lettuce, croutons, bacon and cheese topped with a sliced chicken tender. Dressing is included but in a separate container. Only on Tuesday and Wednesdays at $5.50. 

Mini Garden Salad is lettuce, tomato, cucumber and carrot. Dressing is seperate and optional. This will be available every day at $3.50.

Jump on Flexischools to order. 

Sushi will now be available Monday and Friday for Term 4.

Recess will continue to be ordered on Flexischools only and collected from the canteen at 11:05am 

Due the increasing warm weather the canteen will be open for over the counter sales at lunchtime. This will be for frozen items only ie: orchy cups and quelch sticks. These are still only 50c and the correct money is appreciated. 

We are happy to have volunteers back in the canteen on Thursday and Fridays (10:30am - 1:30pm). Pop onto signup

zone and book a spot. We have missed seeing you all. 

 

https://signup.zone/bhps-canteen

Kellie and Jenny in the Canteen

Canteen Menu Term 4

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UNIFORM SHOP

Please click on the 'Wornup' link below

 Read more on the Wornup website here

Ethics Volunteers Needed

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO TEACH ETHICS AT BEACON HILL PUBLIC

 We are seeking volunteers so that we can provide ethics classes for all the families who have requested it for their children. This could be a parent or grandparent, or someone from the local community with an interest in lifelong learning and rapport with children.  Volunteers undergo a free online training course from Primary Ethics, the not-for-profit organisation approved to design curriculum and training for the ethics program, and then teach for half an hour a week. In ethics classes, children learn how to think logically, disagree respectfully and support their arguments with evidence, rather than act according to blind habit or peer pressure. Full lesson materials are provided. The curriculum is fully developed and approved by the Department of Education and volunteers find it a positive and rewarding experience. If you are looking for an opportunity to make a valuable contribution to our school and to find out more, please contact Tammy Anthonisz, the Northern Beaches Regional Manager, at tammy.anthonisz@gmail.com (ph. 0414 763 907) or visit www.primaryethics.com.au

Scholastic Book Club issue 7 last date for orders 30/10/2020

One of the most powerful and memorable presents to give the kids in your life is a great book. Book Club makes it easy for you to give the gift of reading with hundreds of books to choose from containing stories that spark joy, connection, and discovery!   Don't forget you can place a separate order as a surprise “gift” for your child by ticking the Gift Function in LOOP. Your gift will be delivered to your Book Club Organiser, who will set it aside and notify you that it's available for collection.   We hope you enjoy this issue – it’s our BUMPER Christmas edition, jam-packed with Christmas books, end-of-year gifts, holiday reading and much more!

https://www.scholastic.com.au/media/5692/bc_720.pdf


Simply check the Gift Order box and all items on the order will be marked as a gift and set aside at the school office for you to collect. Click here for more information.        

Please note: items do not come gift wrapped.

All orders need to be completed online as no cash payment will be accepted

From the office

New email domain for POP notifications to parents

The department has advised us of a minor change to Payments Online.  Please see below:

 New email domain for POP notifications to parents

Parents will now receive email notifications via POP from your school’s email address in the following format:

school_name@banking.det.nsw.edu.au.

The word ‘banking’ has been added to ensure that each email sent is DMARC (Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting and Conformance) verified and parents can trust the email is not a hoax.

 

Community News

Northern Beaches and Lower North Shore school bus changes

In the coming months changes will be made to some bus and school routes and timetables in Sydney’s Northern Beaches and Lower North Shore to improve travel times and frequency of services on key routes and to give customers more choice around how they travel. 

These changes have been led by Transport for NSW, who are working closely with State Transit to ensure we are delivering services where and when they are needed. We have also used Opal data and feedback from customers and stakeholders to inform the changes.  

There maybe some changes to your local school services and students may need to change their current travel patterns.  

For more information, please visit:  https://transportnsw.info/news/2020/northern-beaches-lower-north-shore-bus-service-improvements

Parenting Programs At Home

Remembrance Day Education Grants Program Entry Information

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