Lismore South Public School Newsletter

 The NSW Department of Education has changed their policy around the use of third party software in schools and the sharing of information. Schools are now required to advise parents and families of the information collected by these applications, where it is stored and who the information is shared with. The school then needs to gain written consent to use these applications. Staff are currently compiling the information required to gain parental consent. As a result the use of these applications has been delayed and we are reviewing which applications we will continue to use. Our communication protocols and platforms are also being reviewed. Should you need to get a message to your child or wish to speak to a teacher please call the school office and staff will assist. Your support with this is appreciated.

Our PBL focus this fortnight is to BE SUN SAFE - WEAR A BROAD BRIMMED SCHOOL HAT to play in the playground. Alternatively, students need to play under the COLA if they do not have a hat. If your child needs a new school hat please pop into the office and purchase one using your Education Hardship funds or the Back to School Vouchers from Services NSW.  

Our layered COVID-smart measures will continue for Term 1, 2023. Read our advice for families here: https://education.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/advice-for-families

Welcome to our new and returning families for 2023. We have had a positive start to the year, enjoying our updated preschool environment which includes a cubby, a rest retreat and our beloved sandpit. We know as our environment continues to develop it is going to bring your children hours of endless fun. 

It is important to point out a few safety requirements as we begin the new year so we can all work together to keep our children safe.

Please ensure that all doors and gates are firmly closed behind you when entering and exiting the preschool classroom. 

Please encourage your children to walk on the ramp leading to preschool and not use it as a play space when waiting in the mornings. There is a lovely shaded area at the bottom of the ramp with seats to sit while you wait should you arrive before 9:00am. 

We look forward to getting to know our families this year and working collaboratively to ensure your children have a wonderful year in preschool. 

Packing a healthy balanced lunch is the best way to ensure your child has enough energy to engage in a full preschool day.  We have 3 main meals at preschool per day and your child will require the following: fruit or veg snack in the morning, lunch (main meal) consisting of a sandwich or something similar eg. wrap, sushi, rice cakes, pasta etc.; and afternoon tea - this could consist of snacks such as yoghurt, pikelets, cheese, sliced vegetable and fruit.   

Please don't send lollies, poppers or chocolates to preschool, this includes roll ups, fruit lollies and lolly strings and always choose water for your child's water bottle. See the image below to give you some new and fresh ideas for snacks to pack. 

Additionally if you could please send fruit or vegetables in your child's preferred way that would be very helpful. Eg. peeled or cut.