Ermington West Public School
NEWSLETTER
Vignes Street
Ermington 2115
Email:
[email protected]
Website: www.ermingtonw-p.schools.nsw.edu.au
Phone: 9638 5302
Fax: 9638 0196
Issue 15/14
15 October 2014
Rules
Week 10
And
Values
Week 1 - Term 4
Rule:
Value:
Rule:
Value:
Be safe : Work safely, play safely
Excellence
Be responsible : Respect the rights and property of the school and others
Respect
— DATES TO REMEMBER —
Please also check our school’s on-line calendar at:
http://www.ermingtonw-p.schools.nsw.edu.au/calendar
Event
Date - Term 3
Target Group
Term 4
Thursday 23 October
Friday 24 October
Fri 24, 31 October
Fri 7, 14, 21, 28 November
Thursday 30 October
Friday 31 October
Monday 5 November
Friday 7 November
Monday 10 November
Tuesday 11 November
Wed 12, 19,26 November
Wednesday 26 November
Thursday 27 November
Monday 17 November
Tuesday 18 November
Tues 18,25 Nov & 2,9 Dec
Friday 5 December
Monday 8 December
Friday 12 December
Monday 15 December
Wednesday 17 December
Thurs 18, Fri 19 December
Year 6 Mini Fete
Hyundai Bennelong Table Tennis Schools Cup
All students
AFL Auskick
All students K-6
Active Kids Transition Program
Music: Count Us In Program
Eastwood Rugby Club - Rotary Club Dinner 6:30pm
Kindergarten Orientation – Day 1
Active Kids Transition Program
Book Fair
Kindergarten Orientation – Day 2
Book Fair
Remembrance Day @ 11am – 11:15am
Cyber Bullying
School Captain voting and speeches 11:30am
Sport Captain voting and speeches 11:30am
Kindergarten Orientation – Day 3
Milo Cricket Trial I TBC
Dance2BFit
Performing Arts Showcase Evening
Presentation Day
Picnic Day
Year 6 Graduation Night
Last day for students
Staff Development Days
All students K-6
Year 6 students (selected)
2015 Kindergarten
Yr 5 buddies
All families invited
2015 Kindergarten
All families invited
Year 6
Year 5
Year 5
2015 Kindergarten
Years 5 and 6
All families
All families
All students & families
Years 5 and 6 & families
All students
All staff
— NOTES CURRENTLY IN CIRCULATION —
Please also check our school’s website at:
http://www.ermingtonw-p.schools.nsw.edu.au/notes
Note
Due Date
ERN Enrolment Forms
Dance2BFit Permission Notes
AFL Auskick
Mini Fete
Toy catalogues
OVERDUE – please expedite
OVERDUE – please expedite
Wednesday 22 October
Wednesday 22 October
Friday 5 December
Target Group
All families
Years 5 and 6
All students
K-5
All families
Excellence, diversity and opportunity in a caring school
PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE
Dear Parents,
Welcome back to school and what a wonderful time
to be a teacher or a student at Ermington West PS.
This term is packed full of fun and excitement! As
you can see by the calendar, we will all be working,
learning and playing hard over the next 9 weeks.
I trust everyone had a safe and relaxing holiday
break, and the start to the term has been just as nice.
With a win to the bunnies, who isn’t happy?
Rotary Club Leadership Award
Congratulations to Saja Z and Callan M who have
been nominated for a Rotary Club leadership award.
Saja and Callan will be presented with their awards at
a dinner on Friday 31 October in front of their
families and members of the local community. We
are very proud of our students, and Callan and Saja
are exemplars of leadership in all aspects of school
life.
Refund Payment cheques
If you happen to have a school cheque that has not
been presented at your bank, could you please do so
as a matter of importance? We currently have three
cheques from 2013 that are still unpresented and one
from June this year. It would be great to have all of
those “loose ends” tied up before our financial
rollover at the end of this month.
Milo Cup Cricket
Congratulations to our Stage Two cricket team who
represented EWPS this week at the Milo Cup
competition. Miss Pickrell commented on how
amazing the students were in every way and what a
pleasure it was to take the team. Thank you to the
parents who drove the students to the field; it is with
continued parental support that we are able to offer
such a wide variety of activities to students. Of
course, a big thanks to Miss Pickrell for her
leadership of the competition.
Kindergarten 2015
Kindergarten Orientation will commence on Monday
5 November. If you have a school aged child who is
intending on starting school in 2015, could you
please collect an enrolment form from the office? At
present we have filled our first class and will need to
carefully consider accepting out of areas applicants.
Korean Language Classes
This term, Miss Kim will join our school team as part
of the RFF program. Miss Kim will be teaching
Korean to all classes. We are very excited about this
initiative and the added benefit to our students.
OSHC Tender
The tender for the Out of School Hours Care service
was awarded to Primary OSHCare, led by Suzanne
Blythin. Primary OSHCare will commence their
licence on the first day of Term 1, 2015. Existing
staff members will be retained where possible.
I would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge
Lisa Heys and Nicole Bowman for their efforts since
becoming committee members. They have shown
great integrity throughout this process.
EWOOSH have serviced Ermington West PS for a
considerable amount of time, under the management
of many parents and community members. Their
contributions have been invaluable over this time.
Telstra Kids Fund Grant
We were successful in gaining a $1200 grant as part
of the Telstra Kids Fund grant, thanks to Sandra
Carter’s nomination. We will happily use the funds to
create a quiet outdoor play area for the students to
use. Stay tuned for photos in the upcoming weeks.
After School Learning Sessions
Thank you to all of the students and parents who
have utilised the opportunity to further their learning.
There has been overwhelming interest in attending
the after school sessions and the students have
impressed us all with their commitment to learning. I
hope parents of students in Years 3-6 have taken the
time to read the learning journals competed by
students before and after each session. These sessions
will conclude for this year at the end of Week 4,
Wednesday 29 October 2014.
Progress on capital works and painting
The painting of D Block is completed and I am sure
you will agree with me that the classrooms have been
transformed. The library is still out of action as Mrs
Farmer works tirelessly to sort books, stocktake,
clean shelves and put everything back together again.
The capital works are progressing as planned. I must
commend our students on the way they have looked
for hazards in the playground and watched the
excitement of bulldozers from a distance. Now, more
than ever, please stay out of the carpark, whether on
foot or in your car, unless you have an official reason
to be there.
Shannan Judge
Principal
First week back
Neda and Molly’s
Interviews
Student: Cora 6I
Student: Sebastian 4/5S
Neda: What are your
favourite subjects?
Cora: Handwriting, art and
science
Neda: Why do you like
coming to school?
Cora: Because I get to learn
Neda: How do feel about being school
leader?
Cora: I like it because I get to be responsible
and I get to make sure other people are
responsible
Neda: How do you feel about leaving
Ermington West Public School soon?
Cora: Sad because I’ll miss my friends
Neda: How is you lovely teacher Miss Isacs?
Cora: Wonderful
Neda: If you could make any changes to the
school what would they be?
Cora: Nothing
Neda: Are you excited for high school?
Cora: Yes
Neda: Why do you like
coming to school?
Sebastion: I like learning
Neda: How is your lovely
teacher Mrs Simic?
Sebastion: Funny
Neda: Are you excited for year 6 mini fete?
Sebastion: Yes because there’s new activities
Neda: What are your favourite subjects?
Sebastion: Sport and maths
Neda: If you could make any changes to the
school what would they be?
Sebastion: To always have free time except
for math sessions.
Neda: Are you excited for next year?
Sebastion: yes
Student: Mariam KE
Student: Cooper 1/2D
Neda: Why do like coming
to school?
Mariam: Because I like
books
Neda: Do you enjoy time
with your fabulous teacher Miss Elias?
Mariam: Yes I enjoy time.
Neda: What are your favourite subjects?
Mariam: Art
Neda: What is one thing you really want to
learn this year?
Mariam: Anything Miss Elias teaches me
Neda: Do you like having buddies?
Mariam: I like doing buddies with Dania
Neda: Do you think that Mrs Judge is a great
principle?
Mariam: Yes
Neda: If you could make any changes to the
school what will they be?
Mariam: Colourful
Neda: What do you like
doing at school?
Cooper: Playing with
friends
Neda: What do you really
want to learn this year?
Cooper: I want to learn how to get on the
internet on my XO without help
Neda: Do you enjoy time with your great
teacher Miss Dixon
Cooper: Sometimes
Neda: Do you think that Mrs Judge is a good
principle?
Cooper: Yes because she lets us choose
what we want to do in science.
Neda: I’m not surprised. If you could make
changes to the school what will they be?
Cooper: Nothing
Neda: What is your favourite subject?
Cooper: Art, sport and Science
Year 6 Mini Fete - Thursday 23 October 2014
Each year the current Year 6 students organise a number of fundraising events to raise money for their end
of year gift to the school and graduation evening. With the money raised we are hoping to purchase new
soccer goals for our school’s fields. These goals would not only boost students’ enthusiasm for physical
activity and team sports but also benefit our PSSA soccer teams with training.
To help raise these funds, Year 6 students will be conducting its annual Year 6 Mini Fete in the school
grounds along with a raffle on Thursday 23 October 2014 for the students and parent community of
Ermington West to enjoy. Students are able to join in the fun of the Year 6 run stalls by returning their note
of participation along with their one-off payment of $5. With this students will be able to unlimitedly
participate in 13 stalls and activities. Additionally, there will be 5 stalls and activities ranging from $1-5 on
the day. We suggest that your child/ren bring coins rather than notes to help minimise any issues with
change for these stalls.
Students are to wear their school uniform and bring their own recess and lunch.
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Lessons will be as normal from 9.00am to 10.30am.
Recess will commence early from 10.30am to 11.00am.
The Mini Fete will begin at 11.00am and conclude at 1.00pm with all students K-6 under the
COLA for any prize winners from the various stalls to be announced and for the raffle to be
drawn.
Included in this week’s Newsletter is a list of the 14 raffle prizes worth over $1000 which will be drawn at the
conclusion of the Mini Fete and a list of the various stalls which will operate on the day.
On behalf of the school community I would like to thank the following companies, community groups and
families for their generous donations towards the Mini Fete Raffle: DOOLEYS Lidcombe Catholic Club, Koala
Park Sanctuary, Ryde Parramatta Golf Club, Australian Museum, Featherdale Wildlife Park, Powerhouse
Museum, Parramatta Riverside Theatre, Australian Reptile Park, Australian National Maritime Museum, Ryde
Aquatic Leisure Centre, Pancakes on the Rocks, Taronga Conservation Society Australia, Sydney Olympic Park
Aquatic Centre, the P&C, the Connors family and the Evans family.
I would also like to thank all of the families of the students in 6I for their help and support of the stalls that
the students have organised this year. Without the support of these families the Mini Fete would not be able
to run successfully.
The Mini Fete is open to the students and families of Ermington West Public School. Please come along and
enjoy the Mini Fete stalls with your child/ren. We look forward to seeing you on Thursday 23 October 2014.
If there are any parents who would like to help the students with the stalls on the day please see or send a
note indicating your willingness to help on the day. We thank the community in advance for their support of
the Year 6 Mini Fete 2014.
Miss. S. Isaacs
Congratulations to Olivia and Dania for their efforts in raising funds for Juvenile Diabetes through Boot
Camp. The girls raised $61.50!
Year 6 Mini Fete
Thursday 23rd October 2014
What is the Year 6 Mini Fete?
Each year the current Year 6 students organise a number of fundraising events to
raise money for their end of year gift to the school and graduation evening. As such
the Year 6 students will be conducting a Mini Fete in the school grounds along with
a raffle on Thursday 23 October 2014, to help raise these funds. We ask that
students years K-5 return their note of participation along with $5 to participate in
and support this fundraising event.
Competitions ($1 tickets and guesses)
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Mini Fete Raffle
Lucky Lollies
– over $1000 worth of prizes to be won
– guessing competition
Activities (free with the $5 payment and note)
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Pyramid Pitching – knock over 10 tins
Baby Bonanza
– guess the baby photo
Party Rock Disco – music dance-a-thon
Movie Mania
– short G rated episodes
Ermo Airport
– paper plane distance competition
DIY Craft
– colouring-in, mask making and more
Blind as a Bat
– blind folded drawing competition
Shoe Strike
– 10 pin bowling with a smelly twist
Soccer Shootout – shoot past year 6 goalies
Octopus Obstacles – make it through the maze to the treasure
The Braidy Bunch – have your hair braided
Sock Wrestling
– take the sock for the win
Pizza Platter Splatter
– a multi-player balancing act
Activities & Snacks (require additional money)
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Milkshake Madness
– $2 a cup (chocolate, strawberry and caramel)
Movie Snack Bar – $2 snacks (lollies, popcorn and drinks)
Jewel Shack
– $1-5 accessories (DIY and pre-made jewellery)
Year 6 Mini Fete Raffle Prizes 2014
Over $1000 worth of prizes to be won !!
1st Prize
2nd Prize
3rd Prize
4th Prize
5th Prize
6th Prize
7th Prize
8th Prize
9th Prize
10th Prize
11th Prize
12th Prize
13th Prize
14th Prize
A round of golf for 4 people at Ryde Parramatta Golf Club (Valued at $280)
4 x $50 Vouchers for DOOLEYS Clubs (Valued at $200)
1 x Big Ticket Entry Family Pass to the Australian National Maritime Museum
(Valued at $70)
Cra-z-loom Bracelets Maker Kit (Valued at $25)
4 x Child Entry Passes to Koala Park Sanctuary (Valued at $60)
Minotaurus Lego Game (Valued at $20)
4 x Child Entry Passes to Koala Park Sanctuary (Valued at $60)
Minotaurus Lego Game (Valued at $20)
Lego Movie Pack (Valued at $30)
T-shirt, stickers, book, stationery and a key ring.
1 x Family Pass to Ryde Aquatic Leisure Centre (Valued at $24.50)
2 x Child Entry Passes to Koala Park Sanctuary (Valued at $30)
Monopoly Ben 10: The Rollercoaster Money Game Junior (Valued at $10)
1 x Family Entry Pass to the Australian Museum (Valued at $38)
1 x Family Entry Pass to the Powerhouse Museum (Valued at $38)
AFL Giants Signed Merchandise Pack (Value Unknown)
2 x footballs, pencil case and stationery
1 x Family Entry Pass to Ryde Aquatic Leisure Centre (Valued at $24.50)
1 x $30 Voucher for Pancakes On The Rocks (Valued at $30)
1 x Family Entry Pass to Ryde Aquatic Leisure Centre (Valued at $24.50)
1 x Family Entry Pass to Ryde Aquatic Leisure Centre (Valued at $24.50)
1 x Family Entry Pass to Ryde Aquatic Leisure Centre (Valued at $24.50)
Tickets - $1 each
Tickets on sale outside the staffroom from
Tuesday 7th October 2014 to Thursday 23rd October 2014
Raffle drawn on Thursday 23rd October 2014 at the conclusion of the Mini Fete
MERIT CERTIFICATES
Merit Certificates and recognition of other special achievements are awarded to students each week and presented
at the weekly assembly. Congratulations to the following students who recently attained awards:
Merit
Certificates:
KE
1-2D
1-2H
3-4P
4-5S
6I
Sport Awards:
Gabriel O, Hannah S.
Lara D, Moustafa Z.
Hephzibah H, Arabella P.
Matthew S, Andrew H.
Benjamin W, Armaan K.
Tameeka C, Matthew J.
Joshua T, Neda P, Ehab D, Saja Z.
Kindergarten Students’ Work
Gabriel drew a map of the Kindergarten
classroom as part of his science lesson this
week. He made sure he included all of the
children in KE!
Hannah also drew a detailed map of
KE classroom. She included all of the
cupboards, shelves, seating areas and
tables of various shapes.
P&C News
Ermington West Public School P&C Contacts:
Executive P&C Members for 2014:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0413 928 126 – Anne van Uden (President 2014)
President:
Anne van Uden
Secretary:
Jodie Visagie
Treasurer:
Soula Carlson
Vice President: Rachel Evans, Tracy Connors
Telstra Grant
A very big thank you to Sandra Carter (a student’s mum) who entered the school in a Telstra grant. We were successful
in winning $1,200 which will go towards a passive play area for the children in the playground. Thank you for your
support and hard work Sandra!
Toy Catalogue Fundraiser
The Catalogue Fundraiser, (Chalk and Parent Direct) will be extended through to Friday December 5, 2014. Orders will
be processed in batches as they are received. Delivery is approximately 2 weeks. Please be quick, as stocks run out.
Alternately, orders can be placed online at parentdirect.com.au or chalk.com.au delivered to your door, (freight charges
apply). When placing an online order, please nominate our school at checkout.
For all enquiries, please call Tina on 0433 061 350.
Canteen
The canteen is open on Monday and Thursday for full lunch orders. In terms 1 and 4 we also try to open on Tuesdays,
Wednesdays and Fridays for drinks/ice cream counter service at lunch time. However we need your help to do this. If
you can spare 40 minutes from 1:30 to 2:10 on any of these days we would love to hear from you, please contact Alison
on 0402 202 788. Summer menu attached.
Uniform Stocktake Sale
We are having a Summer stocktake sale. (see attached). Just to put any questions at bay, the stocktake sale is simply
because we have a very large amount of money tied up in the uniform store and we would like to start moving some of
it. By reducing the prices, we are hoping that parents will purchase the correct uniform (in particular the shirts with the
logos on it). The logo shirt is the actual school shirt and we would like to prevent the different array of yellows in the
playground. See all the shirts proudly.
P&C AGM
Every year at the end of November we hold our P&C Annual General Meeting. This year the AGM will be on the
11th November. We invite parents to come along who may be interested in how the process works, or if you are
interested in taking up a position. Please see the following link for information on the P&C. http://pandc.org.au/
Anne van Uden
President 2014
EWPS P&C
School Banking
Welcome to Term 4 of Student Banking.
The Commonwealth Bank has announced an exciting Term 4 competition that School Banking will be
running.
There are 40 GoPro Hero3 White Edition Cameras & 150 Slip n Slide Double Wave Riders up for grabs.
Every deposit you make through School Banking will automatically create one entry for you into the
competition (up to a maximum of 6 entries) so the more you save, the more chances to win.
Competition starts from the October 20 through to November 30, 2014.
If your child has an existing Commonwealth Bank Youthsaver account & would like to take part in school
banking, they just need to bring their deposit in every week using their Dollarmites deposit wallet or if
your child does not have a Youthsaver account, you can open one at any Commonwealth Bank branch,
no forms to fill in! Alternatively, if you are an existing Commonwealth Bank customer with access to
NetBank you can apply online. For more information visit
http://www.commbank.com.au/personal/youth-students/school-banking.html
DON’T FORGET: EVERY WEDNESDAY is our School Banking day.
Soula Carlson
Tina Pandoulis
0410.499.292
0433.061.350
School Banking Co-ordinators
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