MAGPIE MESSENGER TERM 4 WEEK 4

Issue 17 2019

Term 4 Week 4

Heathcote Public School

2020 Classes and Requests

At this stage we are looking to have 14 classes again next year, although the structure will change. We anticipate we will have: 2x Kindergarten, 2x Year 1, 3x Year 2, 2x Year 3, 2x Year 4 and 3x Year 5/6. If you have any requests regarding your child’s class for 2020, please submit your request in writing or by email to the office. Whilst we take all requests into consideration we cannot guarantee that all requests will be fulfilled.

State Athletics Carnival

Congratulations to Hamish B who will be representing Sydney East in discus at the State Athletics Carnival at Sydney Olympic Park this week. Good luck Hamish!

Regional Public Speaking

Congratulations to Lacey M from Kindergarten who will representing Woronora River and speaking at the Sydney Region Public Speaking Finals at St Peters PS next week. Good luck Lacey!

K-2 Gymnastics

We have been successful in obtaining a Sporting Schools grant for Term 4 and will be running a K-2 gymnastics program starting next Friday. This program will run each Friday for five weeks in partnership with Engadine Gymnastics. As a result of the grant there will be no cost to families.

Kindergarten Orientation

Our first Kindergarten Orientation session is coming up on Thursday 14 November from 9:30am to 10:45am. Our 2020 Kindergarten students will spend time in the classroom and their parents will attend an information session in the library. On Thursday 21 November from 9:30am to 11am our future students will again visit the classroom while their parents attend an information expo in the hall. We look forward to welcoming our next cohort of students and families!

Student Leaders 2020

We have had a high level of interest from Year 5 with 32 students who would like to be a Student Leader, SRC Executive or House Captain next year. Interviews with candidates will be taking place on Wednesday 13 November and the leader speeches and election will occur in Week 7. Best of luck to all candidates!

Kindergarten Enrolments 2020

Our enrolment processes for 2020 are well and truly underway. If you have a child starting school next year and you have not enrolled them yet, please call into the office to pick up an enrolment form.

Staff News

Congratulations to Mrs Inch who is expecting a baby in January 2020!

Congratulations to Miss Valenti who is expecting a baby in February 2020! 

Have a fantastic fortnight!

Damien Field 

Principal

Swimming Scheme 

We are half way through the Swim Scheme and the students are all having fun and trying hard. 

It is wonderful to see the improvement being made with some students already moving up a level. 

Mrs Booker 

Friday Bushwalking 

In week 2, the Stage 3 non-PSSA children went on an adventurous bushwalk to Elbow Pools.  We walked down a steep rocky slope and steps that were made from the tree roots.  We walked along the long pipeline track.  Once we got to the destination we sat down on the hot grey rocks to regain our energy. 

Soon we started walking again down to a small river where we took off our shoes and socks and went for a wander in the river.  Shortly after that we were off again, back up the natural steps and steep rocky slope.  At the top of the hill we sat down exhausted after a tiring but fun morning. 

By Ava S 5/6C

Year 4 Heathcote High School Visit 

On Thursday 31 October, Year 4 sauntered over to Heathcote High School to visit the giant's land.  The first activity that our class did was wood work where we made little wooden boxes with our name on them, then we had to go over to the computer and write our name and choose a certain font.

Next we went to the cooking class and made mini pizzas that tasted really good.  We had to be careful because we were using dangerous tools. 

The last activity was science where we did experiments with static electricity.  We put our hands on the conductor which made our hair stand tall. 

We can't wait to go to high school! 

By Lucas M and Lachlan L 4/5L

State Drama 

In week 2 the Drama Ensemble went to the State Drama Festival at the Seymour centre.  We caught the train to Redfern and then walked to the Festival.  It was a very warm day and the students got very hot, especially as we were wearing black.  Once we got to the Seymour Centre we were seated in the auditorium.  We got to watch the first six performances, while we waited nervously for our own.  

At the end of our performance we attempted to open the suitcase but it was locked.  This was a hectic and nail biting time as this was not in the play.  Eventually, we levered it open.  

Even though we had this minor mistake we still had a great time.  Good job Drama Ensemble! 

By Linnea C 5/6C

2020 School Travel Applications Now Open

·       are continuing at the same school

·       are residing at the same address

·       have not been sent an expiry notification from Transport for NSW. 

Where a student meets the new distance eligibility, the system will automatically update their entitlement. If they do not meet the new eligibility, they will receive an expiry notification via email. Students who have an entitlement approved under a medical condition which is due to expire will receive a notification advising them to re-apply. Term Bus Pass holders will receive a notification to re-apply. If students need to update their information or re-apply, they should go online to https://apps.transport.nsw.gov.au/ssts/updateDetails 

Applications need to be submitted before 31 December 2019 to ensure student entitlements are updated and their current entitlement/card is not cancelled. If their application is submitted after 31 December 2019, the system will automatically cancel an entitlement/card and a new one will need to be issued. Students in the Opal network applying for a SSTS or Term Bus Pass entitlement for the first time will receive their card at their nominated postal address. Cards will be mailed out from January 2020.

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

KA   Harper B, Cooper S , Sarah B, Mitchell C

KV   Maddison P, Nate P, Harlem W, Jordan F

1J   Maddie N, Zoe S, Skyler C, Tilda J

1M  Leo B, Claire C, Hayden P, Amelie E

1/2B  Ty W, Ryder B, Kiana C, Mitchell J

2S  Ace F, Evelyn H, Grace A, Xavier B

2G   Riley W, Makya D, Amelia C, Caleb L

3/4D  Ellyse F, Sienna C, Jacob D, Bella E

3/4M   Jade W, Tommy M, Ruby C, Josh F

3/4S   Jacob S, Isla M, Aaron F, Lucy B

4/5L   Dante P, Ava S, Eva H, Riley G

5/6A  Amy K, Ayla S, Sienna D, Mia M

5/6C  Matilda A, Linnea C, Ryan C, Charlotte D

5/6M  Julian J, Keira G, Gerard K, Kiara S

RFF   Ryan C (5/6C), Leo B (1M), Preston D (5/6C), Emily B (1/2B)

Library  Finn G (KA)

LaST   Zoe S (1J)

• Hayden P
• Declan P
• Pippa N
• Chase C
• Sienna H
• Byron K
• Henry K
• Archer A
• Maddison P
• Addison O
• Myah N
• Noah G
• Adam R
• Jackson B
• Jade W
  

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

• Skye E
• Jack R
• Carter S
• Alana W
• Josh W
• Harper B
• Caleb L
• Nicole L
• Lucas C
• Jolene G

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

• Adrian C
• Josh F
• Bodie P
• Luca T
• Tammy-May C
• Dustin W
• Lucas C
• Emily B

Due to the late distribution of the Term 4, Week 2 Newsletter, we will be awarding the Term 4, Week 2 Principal's Honour Badges at this week's assembly.  

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

Week 2

• Gerard K
• Adam R
• Ryan C

Week 4

• Oscar W
• Hamish B
• Kiara S

PSSA Results for Friday 25 October

Cricket

Opposition:  Yarrawarrah

Result:  Loss  Heathcote 12/29,  Yarrawarrah 3/56

Player of the Match:   Caleb L

Softball

Opposition:  Yarrawarrah

Result:   Loss 5-16

Player of the Match:  Olivia G

Junior Girls Tee Ball

Opposition:  Yarrawarrah

Result:  Loss 26-28

Player of the Match:  Tahlia C

Junior Boys Tee Ball

Opposition:  Yarrawarrah

Result:  Draw 39-39

Player of the Match:  Tommy M

PSSA Results for Friday 1 November

Cricket

Opposition:  Heathcote East

Result:  Win Heathcote 2/101, Heathcote East 4/71

Player of the Match:   Hamish B

Softball

Opposition:  Heathcote East

Result:   Win 14-8

Player of the Match:  Telina A 

Junior Girls Tee Ball

Opposition:  Heathcote East

Result:   Win 40-27

Player of the Match:  Lilla S

Junior Boys Tee Ball

Opposition:  Heathcote East

Result:  Loss 24-25

Player of the Match:  Zac P

Thank you to those who attended the P&C meeting last week. Quite a few areas were covered at this meeting, including an update on the HOOSH building. More details can be found in the minutes and will be circulated. 

At this meeting it was also decided to combine the last meeting for the year and the P&C dinner as December is a busy time of year for everyone and it can be hard to find a free night.  So, for the meeting 3 December we will be having our meeting at a local club/restaurant! More details regarding where we are going to follow.  We would love to see everyone there and celebrate the great achievements for 2019.

P&C are supporting the Kindergarten 2020 orientation on Thursday 14 and 21 November.

If you have any questions or agenda items for our last meeting please contact the P&C on the above email address.

Beth Elliot

P&C President

Would you like to become a Disco Coordinator?  Contact Kristy Estcourt, Rebecca Bussell or a P&C member to find out more!

The Christmas Disco is taking place on 5 December for infants and primary, so save the date!  Notes will be sent home with full details.

Did you know we have year round fundraisers with Athletes Foot, Rebel Sport, Bright Star Kids labels, Entertainment Guide and more?  If shopping with these suppliers be sure to mention Heathcote Public School at the checkout.

Do you have any ideas for fundraisers next year? Questions, suggestions and extra helping hands are always welcome!

Thanks for your support

Kind regards

Rebecca Bussell

Fundraising Coordinator

We now have available a multi purpose bag great for PSSA, excursions and swimming for only $12.  They are not currently on Flexischools.  They are only in the uniform shop if you would like to buy one.

We have recently swapped suppliers just for the boys' blue short sleeve shirts due to previous supplier having quality issues.  The new supplier's shirts (Midford) are a smaller make but the quality is a lot better.  There are shirts available to try on in the uniform shop.

Uniform shop opening hours:

Monday 8:30am - 9:30am

Wednesday 2:30pm - 3:30pm

We only accept cash or cheque in the shop.

Reminder Flexischool orders are filled on Monday mornings.

Any questions please just ask! 

Emma Stokes

Uniform Shop Coordinator

0418 993 679

As always, if your child is away sick or you have travel plans during the school term which coincide with the days your child attends HOOSH, please let us know when you advise the school.

If you require urgent casual placements please contact Alana on 0437 001 753 or email hoosh@live.com.au

Lauren Doel

HOOSH Convenor

We have two new flavours of slushy now that are both Healthy Canteen approved and certified. Tropical and Strawberry.

We are endeavouring to go more environmentally friendly, and therefore have ordered biodegradable spoon straws to replace the plastic ones. We will hopefully soon have new keep cups too for the slushy’s and warm milo’s for sale. More details to follow later.

Half size brownies and anzac slice are now available for 50c.

A note will come home for our next meal deal “Sizzle into Summer Sausage Sizzle” in the next week. It will be held on Wednesday 27 November.

 Have a great fortnight!

 Naomi Russell

Monday 4 November  Dawn

Wednesday 6 November  Jen Askew

Friday 8 November  Jo Wood, Amy Stein, Danielle Berselli

Week 5

Monday 11 November  Michelle Dwyer

Wednesday 13 November  Vanessa Cawley

Friday 15 November  Danielle Adams, Amy Stein

Week 6

Monday 18 November  Roslyn

Wednesday 20 November  Sue Green, Sandra Mottram

Friday 22 November Jen Lavender, Deb Turnbull

Week 7

Monday 25 November  Kylie Manns

Wednesday 27 November  Gladys Honer

Friday 29 November  Dayna Mellor, Leanne Meredith

Week 8

Monday 2 December  Helen Holloway

Wednesday 4 December  Vanessa Cawley, Jen Askew

Friday 6 December  Jo Wood, Rachael Crewes, Julie Letton

Week 9

Monday 9 December  Michelle Dwyer

Wednesday 11 December  Kristy Reynolds, Lisa Steggles

Friday 13 December  Samara Crook, Louise Smithson, Lauren Bailey

NB:  Last day for Canteen for 2019 is Friday 13 December

Week 10  -  CLOSED

The P&C email address is

heathcotepublicschool@pandcaffiliate.org.au

Monday 4 November

• K-2 Swimming Scheme

Tuesday 5 November

• K-2 Swimming Scheme

Wednesday 6 November

• K-2 Swimming Scheme

Thursday 7 November

• K-2 Swimming Scheme

Friday 8 November

• Last day for K-2 Swimming Scheme

Monday 11 November

• Schools Spec Choir Rehearsal
• Remembrance Day Ceremony

Tuesday 12 November

Wednesday 13 November

• Student Leader Interviews

Thursday 14 November

• Kindergarten 2020 Orientation Day
  

Friday 15 November

Monday 18 November

• Schools Spec dance rehearsal

Tuesday 19 November

• 1B Excursion to Sutherland Hospital

Wednesday 20 November

• Schools Spec Choir Rehearsal

Thursday 21 November

• Schools Spec Choir Rehearsal
• Schools Spec Dance Rehearsal
• Kindergarten 2020 Orientation
  

Friday 22 November

• Schools Spec Dance Rehearsal
  

Monday 25 November

Tuesday 26 November

• Year 2 Excursion to Fairfield City Museum
  

Wednesday 27 November

• Combined Scripture Assembly
• Canteen Meal Deal 

Thursday 28 November

• Year 1 excursion to Fairfield City Museum
  

Friday 29 November

Monday 2 December

• Principal's Honour Badge Morning Tea

Tuesday 3 December

• High School Orientation Day
• HOOSH Meeting
• P&C Meeting 

Wednesday 4 December

• EB Day 
• Kindergarten Bush Christmas
• Band Parent Information Session 6pm
• Band Showcase 7pm

Thursday 5 December

• Year 6 Pedlars Day
• Christmas Disco (Infants) 5pm - 6:15pm
• Christmas Disco (Primary) 6:30pm - 8pm

Friday 6 December

• PSSA finishes
  
  

Monday 9 December

• Gold Award Winners Morning Tea

Tuesday 10 December

• Year 6 Farewell
  

Wednesday 11 December

• Canteen Christmas Morning Tea

Thursday 12 December

• Presentation Day
  

Friday 13 December

• Reports sent home
• Last day for Canteen 
  
  

Monday 16 December

Tuesday 17 December

• K-5 Activities Day
• Year 6 Activities Day
  

Wednesday 18 December

• Last day for students for 2019
  
  

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Heathcote Public School 

Oliver Street

Heathcote, NSW, 2233

9520 8759

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

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