Dear Parents,
What a busy time of year! I am sure that the next three weeks will fly with so many additional activities happening. Please be reminded of the following schedule:-
01.12.09 – K-2 Christmas Assembly
02.12.09 – Combined Scripture Service
03.12.09 – Year 7 Orientation
07.12.09 – Academic Presentation Day
08.12.09 – Year 6 Farewell – Wests
10.12.09 – Preschool 2 Day Pres.
10.12.09 – Clayton Utz Excursion
11.12.09 – Sports Presentation
11.12.09 – Preschool 2 Day Party Day
14.12.09 – Year 6 Farewell
14.12.09 – Preschool 3 Day Pres.
15.12.09 – Preschool 3 Day Party
Please note that the last day of attendance for children is Wednesday, 16th December.
South West Sydney Pacific Islander Awards Presentation
Last Wednesday evening it was a pleasure and honour to be asked to present one of the prestigious Pacific Islander awards. The function, attended by hundreds of community members and dignitaries, was a warm, colourful and entertaining event. Many of our children and ex-students were present and performed – a point of great pride for us all.
Two of the major awards were won by our parents, Ms. Lynn Muaulu and Mr. Peter Elers. Their dedication and commitment to youth and the needy are clearly outstanding. I felt pleased and proud to know such talented and compassionate people.
We are enriched as a school when such people so generously share themselves with us.
Weekend Planning
Last weekend parents, teachers and other staff members worked hard to draft directions and plans for 2010. We are currently firming funding and will then prioritise if necessary. I sincerely thank all the staff for their participation especially in working to finalise evaluations and proposals. At this time of the year I realise that the commitment is even greater than usual.
‘Good Kids’ Excursion
What a pleasure it has been this year to accompany nearly 200 of the children to various locations.
Like all others, last Thursday was a great day! We watched Campbelltown Performing Arts final musical endeavour for the year and enjoyed talking to the actors/musicians afterwards. It was wonderful seeing so many of our ex-students, who now attend the school Thank you for coming with us Mrs. Suttie.
Mauricio Guerra
Mauricio was a student at our school twelve years ago and attended our special language class.
Clarice Maclou and I look forward to enjoying Mauricio’s final piano recital on Tuesday evening. Mauricio will then receive his Bachelor’s Degree in Music. We are very proud of his outstanding achievement.
Child Protection Services
From January 2010 there will be major changes to the way in which children are protected from forms of neglect and abuse.
‘Well Being’ units are being established by the various government directorates – health, social services, police and education। Principals have recently been briefed on the new procedures including the changes to legislation.
From January, reports of ‘significant harm’ only will be reported to DoCS and all others will go to the ‘Well Being’ unit of the DET. They will then assist families to access services and supports.
We hope there will be a great improvement.
Parliamentary Inquiry
You may recall that in June this year our teachers supported a presentation in Parliament House that called on the government to provide additional supports and resources for children with special needs.
Some of our efforts have been rewarded with the establishment of a Parliamentary Inquiry by the General Purpose Standing Committee No. 2 of the NSW Legislative Council. Once again our school will provide input.
We anticipate that the recommendations of such an inquiry will result in benefits for special needs children across NSW.
Congratulations to all the parents and teachers who supported our endeavours। What an outstanding result!
Canteen
Please note that the canteen will be closed after Monday, 14th December। Any outstanding accounts need to be settled before this date. Thank you.
Active After School Communities
Please note that the last day of activities for 2009 is this Thursday, 3rd December.
Kind regards.
Cheryl McBride OAM
Monday, November 30, 2009
SongRoom Assembly
Last Wednesday, Sarah Redfern held a special, whole school assembly to celebrate the support of the SongRoom. The students involved in the drumming program held throughout Terms 3 & 4 were given the opportunity to showcase their wonderful talent. The hall was filled with heat and beat!
In addition, the SongRoom invited a local group to perform and ‘Echoes of Polynesia’ entertained us with their incredible talent.
Ms. Loucataris, the SongRoom instructor, led the students and Ms. Spillane, the community director of SongRoom, presented to Mrs. McBride newly purchased drums to add to our collection.
On behalf of Sarah Redfern, I would like to salute the SongRoom for making all of this possible, for without you this amazing assembly would not have taken place.
Jenny Suttie
In addition, the SongRoom invited a local group to perform and ‘Echoes of Polynesia’ entertained us with their incredible talent.
Ms. Loucataris, the SongRoom instructor, led the students and Ms. Spillane, the community director of SongRoom, presented to Mrs. McBride newly purchased drums to add to our collection.
On behalf of Sarah Redfern, I would like to salute the SongRoom for making all of this possible, for without you this amazing assembly would not have taken place.
Jenny Suttie
School Hats
School uniform prices will increase slightly next year due to supplier increases.
For sun protection, in 2010 the children will be required to wear the black, slouch school hat. No caps or multi coloured hats will be allowed to be worn. Our school policy is – No hat, no play. The children will be required to sit quietly under the shelter during breaks if they do not have the required school hat.
Parents please ensure that your children wear the black school slouch hat, which is available from the school office for $10.00 or can also be purchased from Skool Uniforms in Ingleburn.
For sun protection, in 2010 the children will be required to wear the black, slouch school hat. No caps or multi coloured hats will be allowed to be worn. Our school policy is – No hat, no play. The children will be required to sit quietly under the shelter during breaks if they do not have the required school hat.
Parents please ensure that your children wear the black school slouch hat, which is available from the school office for $10.00 or can also be purchased from Skool Uniforms in Ingleburn.
Award Winners
Congratulations to the following children who are recipients of a Bronze Award for
outstanding achievement:
Raymond Shillingsworth–5/6G Elyas Dargin – 5/6G
Brock McDermott – 3/4J Dylan Welch – 3/4J
Rafid Iqbal – 3/4J Callum Wild – 3/4J
Teighan Wilson-Middlemiss – 1/2S
Jemma Jackson – 2/3W Chelsea Jones – 2/3W
Shelyce Rogers – 2/3W Ibrahim Elomar – 2/3W
Mekeia Shillingsworth-2/3W Kyle Keys – 2/3W
Joshua Visesio – 2/3W Lehi Poppe – 2/3W
Keeden Williams – 2/3W
Congratulations to the following children who are recipients of a Silver Award for
outstanding achievement:
David Watters Vincent – 5/6G Hope Finneran – 5/6G
Nicoletta Malakos – 5/6G Jamin Williams – 5/6G
Ebennie Gunning – 5/6G Benjamin Tyson – 5/6G
Tameka Taylor-Sweeney–3/4J Saarah Shakeel – 3/4J
Bridget Segran – 3/4J Isaac Marinas – 3/5W
Kayla Emmett – 3/5W Leah Adams – 3/5W
Brock Anderson – 1/2S William Laird – 1/2S
Erica Gambalan – 1/2S Kristen Cottrell – 1/2S
Kyiesha Russell – 1/2S Jennifer Nuseir – 1/2S
Danielle Mataipule – 1/2S Bailey Ibbett – 1/2S
Jonathan Houth – 1/2S Jacob Garland – 3/6K
Andre Getigan – K/1P Annalee Terri _ K/1P
Rossana Tupa – K/1P William Chea – K/1P
Amber Gordon – 1/2V Laura Miles – 1/2V
Hebah Azia – 1/2V Emily Kent – 1/2V
Congratulations to the following children who are recipients of a Gold Award for
outstanding achievement:
Paul Leighton – 5/6G Aleron Bocarro – 1/2V
Preksha Kumar – 1/2V Sadin Afsar – 3/4J
Aisha Afsar – 1/2V Melinda Veth – 1/2V
Joshua Terii – 1/2S Hebah Aziz – 1/2V
Sutheeya Chae – 1/2S Kittie Fatu – 1/2V
Alex Blazevski – 3/6K Netane Talanoa–3/6K
Maryum Shakeel – 1/2V Laura Miles – 1/2V
Joel Huang – 1/2V Jeneum Kepu – 1/2V
outstanding achievement:
Raymond Shillingsworth–5/6G Elyas Dargin – 5/6G
Brock McDermott – 3/4J Dylan Welch – 3/4J
Rafid Iqbal – 3/4J Callum Wild – 3/4J
Teighan Wilson-Middlemiss – 1/2S
Jemma Jackson – 2/3W Chelsea Jones – 2/3W
Shelyce Rogers – 2/3W Ibrahim Elomar – 2/3W
Mekeia Shillingsworth-2/3W Kyle Keys – 2/3W
Joshua Visesio – 2/3W Lehi Poppe – 2/3W
Keeden Williams – 2/3W
Congratulations to the following children who are recipients of a Silver Award for
outstanding achievement:
David Watters Vincent – 5/6G Hope Finneran – 5/6G
Nicoletta Malakos – 5/6G Jamin Williams – 5/6G
Ebennie Gunning – 5/6G Benjamin Tyson – 5/6G
Tameka Taylor-Sweeney–3/4J Saarah Shakeel – 3/4J
Bridget Segran – 3/4J Isaac Marinas – 3/5W
Kayla Emmett – 3/5W Leah Adams – 3/5W
Brock Anderson – 1/2S William Laird – 1/2S
Erica Gambalan – 1/2S Kristen Cottrell – 1/2S
Kyiesha Russell – 1/2S Jennifer Nuseir – 1/2S
Danielle Mataipule – 1/2S Bailey Ibbett – 1/2S
Jonathan Houth – 1/2S Jacob Garland – 3/6K
Andre Getigan – K/1P Annalee Terri _ K/1P
Rossana Tupa – K/1P William Chea – K/1P
Amber Gordon – 1/2V Laura Miles – 1/2V
Hebah Azia – 1/2V Emily Kent – 1/2V
Congratulations to the following children who are recipients of a Gold Award for
outstanding achievement:
Paul Leighton – 5/6G Aleron Bocarro – 1/2V
Preksha Kumar – 1/2V Sadin Afsar – 3/4J
Aisha Afsar – 1/2V Melinda Veth – 1/2V
Joshua Terii – 1/2S Hebah Aziz – 1/2V
Sutheeya Chae – 1/2S Kittie Fatu – 1/2V
Alex Blazevski – 3/6K Netane Talanoa–3/6K
Maryum Shakeel – 1/2V Laura Miles – 1/2V
Joel Huang – 1/2V Jeneum Kepu – 1/2V
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Principal's Message
Dear Parents,
We have a very busy fortnight coming up! We have many planned activities for the children, continued professional learning for the teachers and preparation for Management Planning at the end of Week 5 (21st/22nd November).
Parents may/may not be aware that the NSW Dept. of Education and Training announced an additional two school development days at the end of the year, i.e. 17th & 18th December. During this time teachers are expected to plan for 2010 and/or continue their professional development.
In exchange for the very last day our teachers will be working on the weekend as previously mentioned. We are keen to complete as much of the planning for 2010 prior to the end of term so that there is time to complete details and organise classes/programs. A skeletal staff only will be available for enrolments etc. on the last day of term.
Record Breaking OC Results!
Five of our outstanding Year 4 students have managed to achieve at the highest level in the state. The following children have either won direct entry or are high on the reserve lists for Opportunity Class placements in 2010:
• Sadin Afsar
• MD Anik
• Yassinn Haque
• Iramul Hoque
• Beau Wakely
We congratulate the boys on their talent and hard work, their wonderfully supportive families and their quality teachers. We will be sad to lose them!
Public Speaking Competition
We wish our representatives, Rima Butler and Iramul Hoque, the best of luck when they perform in the Regional Competition at Wattle Grove P.S. on Tuesday, 3rd November. They will be accompanied by Erin Sinnott.
Stage 2 Camp
Years 3 & 4 will enjoy a wonderful learning experience at Lane Cove National Park on Wednesday/Thursday this week as they complete their study of National Parks and their environments. They will be accompanied by Chad Harris, Julietta Guyatt, Garry Bland, Anne Whittard and Katie Galloway. Some experts from Discovery Leaders will provide additional learning for the children. We wish them a happy and productive time.
‘Smart Data’
On Wednesday afternoon the school executive will meet with School Development Officer, John Warren, to examine key areas of the NAPLAN results. We will identify all the statistically important areas of strength and those requiring development. This will aid programming for the future.
Director General Visit
NSW Dept. of Education and Training, Director General, Michael Coutts-Trotter, will visit our school on Thursday, 5th November. He will speak with teachers and principals and visit some classrooms. We will be specifically discussing the resourcing of special needs children.
Music Workshop
Jenny Suttie and Nicole Ede will accompany 15 talented young choristers to a music workshop on Tuesday, 10th November. The excursion is provided free of charge by the Song Room program. The children will travel by bus to Pier 4 at Millers Point. This is a unique and wonderful opportunity for the children.
Kindy Orientation
We enjoyed our first orientation last Tuesday. The children were very happy and settled – thank you, parents! We look forward to welcoming them again on Tuesday, 3rd November at 2.00pm.
Aboriginal Awards
Jordan Bentley Roberts is the deserving recipient of one of the esteemed Regional Aboriginal awards. Jordan is not only a great swimmer and good school school citizen, he also achieved a perfect score in the spelling section of the NAPLAN tests. We look forward to joining Jordan and his family on Wednesday night, 11th November at the Liverpool Catholic Club where he will receive his award.
Community of Schools Program
On Thursday, 12th November teachers from schools in the country and the Minto Community of Schools will gather to discuss the Financial Literacy program piloted during 2009. I look forward to joining Sarah Rudling and the team as they complete their summative evaluation.
The pilot has been so impressive it has been nominated for one of the 2009 Australian College of Educators’ Awards. Fingers crossed!
Preschool Play Days
In order to facilitate the transition process our young preschoolers for 2010 will enjoy some play days with their parents on Thursday and Friday, 12th & 13th November. We welcome the new youngsters and their families to our school.
Priority Action Schools (PAS) Visit
Our last interaction with the PAS program will be completed at the end of this year. We are greatly appreciative of the funding (approx. $1m over five years) that has enabled us to hire additional personnel to meet the needs of our children. One of our last commitments is to present some of our evaluations to School Education Director, Ray Palmer, on Friday, 13th November. We will focus on the Kindergarten Language Program, the Aboriginal programs and the teachers’ mentoring.
Minto’s Got Talent
Last Friday we hosted the Minto talent competition and were very proud of our school dancing entries from:
• Ashika Jagdish & Kate Blackall
• Tegan Collins
• Malae & Tia Tuimavave, Helen Vaotuua & Alafou Fatu
We congratulate and thank Teagan, who won third prize - $200 worth of sports equipment for our school and a Toys’R’Us voucher for herself.
Forgive an Old Principal
At the end of last term I was ‘singing the praises’ of some outstanding achievements by our students in the NAPLAN tests. I confused our most excellent achiever with her namesake.
In fact, Ashika Jagdish not Ashika Raj (previous student who left in 2007) scored top bands in all areas of Literacy and Numeracy. (What a talent!) We congratulate Ashika and her supportive family.
Have a great fortnight.
Cheryl McBride OAM
We have a very busy fortnight coming up! We have many planned activities for the children, continued professional learning for the teachers and preparation for Management Planning at the end of Week 5 (21st/22nd November).
Parents may/may not be aware that the NSW Dept. of Education and Training announced an additional two school development days at the end of the year, i.e. 17th & 18th December. During this time teachers are expected to plan for 2010 and/or continue their professional development.
In exchange for the very last day our teachers will be working on the weekend as previously mentioned. We are keen to complete as much of the planning for 2010 prior to the end of term so that there is time to complete details and organise classes/programs. A skeletal staff only will be available for enrolments etc. on the last day of term.
Record Breaking OC Results!
Five of our outstanding Year 4 students have managed to achieve at the highest level in the state. The following children have either won direct entry or are high on the reserve lists for Opportunity Class placements in 2010:
• Sadin Afsar
• MD Anik
• Yassinn Haque
• Iramul Hoque
• Beau Wakely
We congratulate the boys on their talent and hard work, their wonderfully supportive families and their quality teachers. We will be sad to lose them!
Public Speaking Competition
We wish our representatives, Rima Butler and Iramul Hoque, the best of luck when they perform in the Regional Competition at Wattle Grove P.S. on Tuesday, 3rd November. They will be accompanied by Erin Sinnott.
Stage 2 Camp
Years 3 & 4 will enjoy a wonderful learning experience at Lane Cove National Park on Wednesday/Thursday this week as they complete their study of National Parks and their environments. They will be accompanied by Chad Harris, Julietta Guyatt, Garry Bland, Anne Whittard and Katie Galloway. Some experts from Discovery Leaders will provide additional learning for the children. We wish them a happy and productive time.
‘Smart Data’
On Wednesday afternoon the school executive will meet with School Development Officer, John Warren, to examine key areas of the NAPLAN results. We will identify all the statistically important areas of strength and those requiring development. This will aid programming for the future.
Director General Visit
NSW Dept. of Education and Training, Director General, Michael Coutts-Trotter, will visit our school on Thursday, 5th November. He will speak with teachers and principals and visit some classrooms. We will be specifically discussing the resourcing of special needs children.
Music Workshop
Jenny Suttie and Nicole Ede will accompany 15 talented young choristers to a music workshop on Tuesday, 10th November. The excursion is provided free of charge by the Song Room program. The children will travel by bus to Pier 4 at Millers Point. This is a unique and wonderful opportunity for the children.
Kindy Orientation
We enjoyed our first orientation last Tuesday. The children were very happy and settled – thank you, parents! We look forward to welcoming them again on Tuesday, 3rd November at 2.00pm.
Aboriginal Awards
Jordan Bentley Roberts is the deserving recipient of one of the esteemed Regional Aboriginal awards. Jordan is not only a great swimmer and good school school citizen, he also achieved a perfect score in the spelling section of the NAPLAN tests. We look forward to joining Jordan and his family on Wednesday night, 11th November at the Liverpool Catholic Club where he will receive his award.
Community of Schools Program
On Thursday, 12th November teachers from schools in the country and the Minto Community of Schools will gather to discuss the Financial Literacy program piloted during 2009. I look forward to joining Sarah Rudling and the team as they complete their summative evaluation.
The pilot has been so impressive it has been nominated for one of the 2009 Australian College of Educators’ Awards. Fingers crossed!
Preschool Play Days
In order to facilitate the transition process our young preschoolers for 2010 will enjoy some play days with their parents on Thursday and Friday, 12th & 13th November. We welcome the new youngsters and their families to our school.
Priority Action Schools (PAS) Visit
Our last interaction with the PAS program will be completed at the end of this year. We are greatly appreciative of the funding (approx. $1m over five years) that has enabled us to hire additional personnel to meet the needs of our children. One of our last commitments is to present some of our evaluations to School Education Director, Ray Palmer, on Friday, 13th November. We will focus on the Kindergarten Language Program, the Aboriginal programs and the teachers’ mentoring.
Minto’s Got Talent
Last Friday we hosted the Minto talent competition and were very proud of our school dancing entries from:
• Ashika Jagdish & Kate Blackall
• Tegan Collins
• Malae & Tia Tuimavave, Helen Vaotuua & Alafou Fatu
We congratulate and thank Teagan, who won third prize - $200 worth of sports equipment for our school and a Toys’R’Us voucher for herself.
Forgive an Old Principal
At the end of last term I was ‘singing the praises’ of some outstanding achievements by our students in the NAPLAN tests. I confused our most excellent achiever with her namesake.
In fact, Ashika Jagdish not Ashika Raj (previous student who left in 2007) scored top bands in all areas of Literacy and Numeracy. (What a talent!) We congratulate Ashika and her supportive family.
Have a great fortnight.
Cheryl McBride OAM
Award Winners
Congratulations to the following children who are recipients of a Bronze Award for
outstanding achievement:
Benjamin Robinson – 4/6D Cody Aziz – K/1P
Tevin Yann – K/1P
Congratulations to the following children who are recipients of a Silver Award for
outstanding achievement:
Aaron Coleman – 4/6D Cristina Browne – 4/6D
Paula Gordon – 4/6D Laura Miles – 1/2V
Harrisona Taua – 1/2V Shafat Iqbal – 1/2V
Sarah Thammavong – 1/2V Emily Kent – 1/2V
Letia Crichton – 1/2V Sweta Narayan – 1/2V
Amber Gordon – 1/2V Kittie Fatu – 1/2V
Rache Metham – 1/2V Duha Haque – K/1P
Cassandra Leslie – K/1P
outstanding achievement:
Benjamin Robinson – 4/6D Cody Aziz – K/1P
Tevin Yann – K/1P
Congratulations to the following children who are recipients of a Silver Award for
outstanding achievement:
Aaron Coleman – 4/6D Cristina Browne – 4/6D
Paula Gordon – 4/6D Laura Miles – 1/2V
Harrisona Taua – 1/2V Shafat Iqbal – 1/2V
Sarah Thammavong – 1/2V Emily Kent – 1/2V
Letia Crichton – 1/2V Sweta Narayan – 1/2V
Amber Gordon – 1/2V Kittie Fatu – 1/2V
Rache Metham – 1/2V Duha Haque – K/1P
Cassandra Leslie – K/1P
Active After School Communities
This program is underway with children participating in activities each Tuesday and Thursday afternoon. If your child does not play sport on the weekend and would like to join us at AASC, please see Miss Galloway for a permission note.
State Athletics
Congratulations to Kara Oeurn who last week represented Sydney South West Region at the NSW State Athletics carnival, which was held at Homebush.
Kara reached the semi finals of the 12 year 100metres, finishing in 16th place overall. Kara’s best time was an outstanding 13.31 seconds. What a fine achievement!
Many thanks to Kara’s family for their support.
Kara reached the semi finals of the 12 year 100metres, finishing in 16th place overall. Kara’s best time was an outstanding 13.31 seconds. What a fine achievement!
Many thanks to Kara’s family for their support.
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