PLEASE NOTIFY THE SCHOOL OF A CHILD'S POSITIVE CASE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
Acknowledgement of Country...
Balmain Public School children are expected to wear full school uniform, including a school hat, every day. All children are required to wear full school uniform when representing the school on excursions, at sporting events or at cultural activities.
As per current DoE advice: Masks are an effective way of minimising the transmission of respiratory viruses and infections, and protecting our community, especially those who are at higher risk of severe illness from COVID-19 and flu. We STRONGLY ENCOURAGE all students and staff wear a mask for the first 4 weeks of Term 3, particularly in indoor settings or when distancing is not possible. Your consideration is appreciated.
From the Principal's Desk...
Congratulations, Ms Ferguson!
Not only did Ms Ferguson win a hand-painted cheese board from @urban.dreamtime at our School Development Day on Monday, she has also won a substantive Assistant Principal's (AP) role!
At the end of last term, Ms Nancy Ferguson, 5/6F teacher and relieving AP, formally applied for the newly-vacant position, previously held by Ms Lynda Lovett.
Ms Ferguson has been part of the executive team at Balmain for the past couple of years. She was the successful candidate at interview and accepted the offer of the position.
Now that the appeal period has officially passed, we can shout out from the treetops and beyond...CONGRATULATIONS!
Welcome back, Mrs Loxton!
This term, we welcome back Mrs Stephanie Loxton, who will be teaching STEAM to our K-6 students on Mondays and Tuesdays!
Welcome, Miss Sturgis!
My name is Susie (Miss Sturgis) and I am a fourth year education student completing my placement in 1/2P throughout Term 3.
My interest include art, dance and all things creative. I look forward to working alongside, and learning from, Miss Parsons and Miss Davis throughout the term.
JUMP ROPE FOR HEART @ BPS
We are excited to announce that Balmain Public School are participating in Jump Rope for Heart this term – a fantastic fundraising and physical activity program by the Heart Foundation. By participating in Jump Rope for Heart this term, we're expecting to get our students moving. We’ll have ropes available on the school grounds and encouraging everyone to help raise funds for lifesaving research and support programs. Over the coming weeks your child will learn new skills, increase their physical activity, and learn about heart health. And the program will end with our school wide ‘Jump Off Day’ where your child gets to show off their new skipping skills to their friends.
Congratulations to our Environmental Warriors, officially recognised in Jamie Parker MP's address in NSW Parliament!
Congratulations to Liya 5/6F, who is officially an Australian citizen!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Our recent 'Favourite Animal' Dress-Up Day has assisted the NSW RSPCA...
THANK YOU TO OUR STUDENTS WHO ARE MAKING A DIFFERENCE & TO ALL OF YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
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IF YOU SEE A COLOURED CIRCLE AROUND OUR SCHOOL LOGO, DON'T FORGET TO TAP ON IT, FOR OUR LATEST STORY...you've got to get in quickly, as it disappears after 24 hours!
SOME OF OUR STORIES ARE SAVED AS HIGHLIGHTS...
To see what else we've been up to this week, head over to @balmainps!
SkoolBag is our main comms @ Balmain PS...
***SKOOLBAG IS OUR MAIN FORM OF COMMUNICATING WITH YOU***In case of urgent/important communication, notifications via the Skoolbag app on your phone will keep you informed***
To ensure you receive all communication via SkoolBag, please have the app downloaded on your phone, with the notifications turned ON.
Although the school pushes out notifications via the app and email, there may be times when an important message may be missed as emails may sometimes not be checked regularly.
If there were to be an emergency, (hopefully not), information would be pushed out via SkoolBag.
If you need assistance downloading the app, please see below...
https://www.moqproducts.com.au/skoolbag/installation-instructions/
Every FRIDAY (weather permitting) - AWARDS ASSEMBLY
Please leave your furry friends at home...
Every FRIDAY - Uniform Stall
Order items online here
The best way to order new uniforms is online and they will be delivered to children's classrooms each Friday morning.
Come to the uniform stall if you need to try items on for size.
Second Chance items are available the first Friday of every month during the school term.
If you would like to volunteer to help, please either email us at balmainpsuniforms@gmail.com or sign up via the link
Located on top floor, via Miss Pauline's Garden entry.
Every FRIDAY - The School Canteen
Mon 25 July - NAIDOC Week Celebration @ BPS
Our students will be celebrating NAIDOC Week on Monday 25 July, commencing with a Smoking Ceremony @ 9:15am. You are cordially invited to attend. Physical distancing is encouraged. Thank you.
POSTPONED: Fri 16 & Sat 17 September - BPS Art Show
LEARN LIVE LEAD awards
| K Beluga - Ms R Bonney | Finn McG | having a fantastic first week back at school and demonstrating The Balmain Way |
| K Guppies - Mrs L Goodridge & Mrs F Bowman | Matilda H | being a highly responsible and respectful student in all classroom activities |
| 1/2 Bluebottle - Ms L Burke | Sunny D | his determined focus to completing his handwriting task |
| 1/2 Cultivate - Ms F Chiang | Roland C | trying his best in class despite missing his best friends |
| 1/2 Jellyfish - Ms L Jennett | Zara S | her enthusiastic and focused approach to Investigations, including designing and creating detailed models |
| 1/2 Penguin - Ms S Parsons & Ms A Davis | Lane W | improvement in handwriting |
| 3/4 Channichthyidae - Ms A Cooper | Imogen J | returning to school with confidence and a smile |
| 3/4 Pufferfish - Mrs A Pitman | Cassius S | beginning Term 3 with a positive, mature attitude |
| 3/4 Wrasse - Ms K Withers | Ernst D | showing enthusiasm and good sportsmanship during our class Spelling Bee |
| 5/6 Betta Splendens - Mr S Baumann | Eron J | a conscientious and positive start to the term |
| 5/6 Flying Fish - Ms N Ferguson | Luka H | showing maturity by establishing realistic goals for this semester |
| 5/6 Koi - Ms K Barcenilla | Hugo H-S | being a positive, kind and calm influence on his peers |
| 5/6 Rock Lobster - Ms R Reedy | Rupert H | his confident and clear vocal projection during our Spelling Bee |
| 5/6 Sunfish - Mrs A Sun | Jad J | his engagement and active participation during our NAIDOC learning activities |
CHARACTER STRENGTH awards - EMPATHY
| K Beluga - Ms R Bonney | Scarlett S | considering the needs of her peers and consistently acting with kindness |
| K Guppies - Mrs L Goodridge & Mrs F Bowman | Spencer B | being a caring classmate, who shows kindness to others |
| 1/2 Bluebottle - Ms L Burke | Charlotte O | being a caring and concerned peer to all in her class |
| 1/2 Cultivate - Ms F Chiang | Adam F | always being caring towards others, and by spreading joy and positivity wherever he goes |
| 1/2 Jellyfish - Ms L Jennett | Sam S | always demonstrating care and compassion, through his words and his actions |
| 1/2 Penguin - Ms S Parsons & Ms A Davis | Oliver H | helping a friend to calm down |
| 3/4 Channichthyidae - Ms A Cooper | Emily L | displaying concern for historical figures during their times of adversity and conflict |
| 3/4 Pufferfish - Mrs A Pitman | Lizzie W | being a kind, caring human and making our new friend feel welcome and included |
| 3/4 Wrasse - Ms K Withers | Ned T | his concern for others' wellbeing and kindness when they are upset or unwell |
| 5/6 Betta Splendens - Mr S Baumann | Marco M | thinking of others and helping them with difficult tasks |
| 5/6 Flying Fish - Ms N Ferguson | Sam F | emotionally understanding what others feel and seeing things from their point of view |
| 5/6 Koi - Ms K Barcenilla | Cormac K | showing an emotional understanding of other people's perspectives during class discussions |
| 5/6 Rock Lobster - Ms R Reedy | Clara N | demonstrating compassion and understanding during our NAIDOC Week class discussions |
| 5/6 Sunfish - Mrs A Sun | Alexandra N | being a kind and supportive friend to others |
And the winner is...(drumroll please!)
POSITIVE PETE Awards
Thanks to Ms Burke, who organises the collection and distribution of the Gelatissimo ice-creams, as well as takes the fab photos!
Due to PSSA and PCYC, Positive Pete winners will receive their ice-cream on Mondays!
Students in 1/2 Bluebottles have been settling back into school.
In maths, we have been determining the chance of numbers coming up on dice. We found out that the chance of rain was certain, possible and very likely, this week!
We are warming up our bodies to get ready for the 'Jump Rope for Heart' challenge!
This week we have reflected on our holidays, writing recounts about all our adventures.
Bluebottles are getting excited for Investigations to start as the spaces are getting set up!
AFTER-SCHOOL ACTIVITIES FOR TERM 3!
