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Term 1 - Important Dates to Remember A note from the Principal Welcome to the 2020 school year, I hope you all had a wonderful, refreshing break. We especially welcome new students and families to our school – including our new Kindergarten families. An Excellent Start - 2020 What a great start we’ve had to 2020. Huge thanks to all who made this possible – and many thanks to our wonderful staff for coming in early and preparing programs and resources throughout the holidays to fully engage and challenge our students. We had many teachers come in through the holidays getting their rooms sorted and helping others with their rooms. Kindergarten Our Kindergarten students have been at school for 2 days now and we will be welcoming them onto the big playground next week. Special thanks to the Kindy teachers and Teacher Aides who have worked tirelessly to give our beautiful new students a great start to big school. Meet the Teacher We welcome all parents to meet their child’s class teacher in week 4 (17 th to 21 st February) during the teacher’s Release from Face to Face teaching time – letters will be sent out shortly with session times. During this time teachers won’t be able to discuss each individual child’s needs; should you wish to discuss anything of this nature you would need to make an appointment at another time. If you are unable to attend this “Meet the Teacher” session any information sheets and notes given out will be sent home with your child to keep you fully informed. Welcome to our new Teachers Mr Craig Bamford has been teaching for over 9 years most recently at Glendenning Public School. Mrs Deb Anderson is a teacher with a wealth of experience, including time as an Assistant Principal and Acting Principal. We are so happy to have you join the Clairgate family! Clairgate Toddler Group Our Toddler Group started last week and is held every Friday from 9.00 -11.00am. Come along with your toddlers – have some fun and help them socialise! Some timely reminders… New Parent Volunteers – We welcome all our Parent Volunteers and ask that you come into the office and complete all checks necessary to ensure our students stay safe. Usually this will be a 100 point ID and may include a Working With Children Check. Please ask at the office about what is required. Parking Reminder – Please do not park in the staff car park to drop off or pick up your children – this car park is only for school staff and visitors on school business. Those holding a disability parking permit may park if absolutely necessary. Shearer St Parking concerns – Please be careful when parking near residents’ driveways – at times it is difficult for the residents to drive safely out of their driveways. 19 th February Swimming Carnival for new students 17 th to 21 st February Meet the Teachers – See schedule attached CLAIRGATE CHRONICLE Colorado Drive, St Clair NSW 2759 P: 9670 1408 F: 9834 3869 E: [email protected] Care, Excellence, Innovation, Opportunity in a positive, dynamic environment Term 1, Week 2 Wednesday, 5 th February 2020

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Term 1 - Important Dates to Remember

A note from the Principal Welcome to the 2020 school year, I hope you all had a

wonderful, refreshing break. We especially welcome

new students and families to our school – including

our new Kindergarten families.

An Excellent Start - 2020

What a great start we’ve had to 2020. Huge thanks to

all who made this possible – and many thanks to our

wonderful staff for coming in early and preparing

programs and resources throughout the holidays to

fully engage and challenge our students. We had

many teachers come in through the holidays getting

their rooms sorted and helping others with their

rooms.

Kindergarten

Our Kindergarten students have been at school for 2

days now and we will be welcoming them onto the big

playground next week. Special thanks to the Kindy

teachers and Teacher Aides who have worked

tirelessly to give our beautiful new students a great

start to big school.

Meet the Teacher

We welcome all parents to meet their child’s class

teacher in week 4 (17th to 21st February) during the

teacher’s Release from Face to Face teaching time –

letters will be sent out shortly with session times.

During this time teachers won’t be able to discuss

each individual child’s needs; should you wish to

discuss anything of this nature you would need to

make an appointment at another time. If you are

unable to attend this “Meet the Teacher” session any

information sheets and notes given out will be sent

home with your child to keep you fully informed.

Welcome to our new Teachers

Mr Craig Bamford has been teaching for over 9 years most recently at Glendenning Public School.

Mrs Deb Anderson is a teacher with a wealth of experience, including time as an Assistant Principal and Acting Principal.

We are so happy to have you join the Clairgate family!

Clairgate Toddler Group

Our Toddler Group started last week and is held every Friday from 9.00 -11.00am. Come along with your toddlers – have some fun and help them socialise!

Some timely reminders…

New Parent Volunteers – We welcome all our Parent Volunteers and ask that you come into the office and complete all checks necessary to ensure our students stay safe. Usually this will be a 100 point ID and may include a Working With Children Check. Please ask at the office about what is required.

Parking Reminder – Please do not park in the staff car park to drop off or pick up your children – this car park is only for school staff and visitors on school business. Those holding a disability parking permit may park if absolutely necessary.

Shearer St Parking concerns – Please be careful when parking near residents’ driveways – at times it is difficult for the residents to drive safely out of their driveways.

19th February Swimming Carnival for new

students

17th to 21st February

Meet the Teachers – See schedule attached

CLAIRGATE CHRONICLE

Colorado Drive, St Clair NSW 2759 P: 9670 1408 F: 9834 3869 E: [email protected]

Care, Excellence, Innovation, Opportunity

in a positive, dynamic environment

Term 1, Week 2 Wednesday, 5th February 2020

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Staff/Classes for 2020 Principal – Mrs Lawrow Deputy Principal - Mrs McInally KSK – Miss Soo Kee KV – Mrs Veide KP – Miss Paulic, Assistant Principal K-2 KP – Mrs Wiles - Wed 1G – Miss Grace 1R – Mrs Robinson 1L – Mrs Linnert 2K – Mrs Rogers 2R – Miss Timbs 2/3T – Mrs Tegjeu 3/4C – Mrs Camilleri/Mrs Lipitz 3W – Mrs Whalen 4C – Miss Barnett 4K – Miss Bartlett 5/6A – Mrs Judge, Assistant Principal 3-6 5/6A – Mr Wilkinson – Wed 5/6D – Mrs Anderson 5/6C – Mr Bamford 5/6T – Mrs Rudd Librarian and Sport/PD – Mrs Thurling Science/Tech RFF/LST – Mr Wilkinson Tech RFF K-2 – Mrs Wiles Support Teacher LD - Mrs Millevoi (Mon-Thur) Support Teacher ESL – Mrs Grady Admin Manager/Business Manager - Mrs Makaruk Admin Officer/Admin Manager - Mrs Doughty Admin officer - Mrs Johnston Wingaru – Mrs Mercer, Assistant Principal WM – Mrs Morrison – SLSO – Mrs Channells WA – Miss Allison – SLSO – Mr Manuel WC – Mrs Cheung – SLSO – Mrs Westerberg SLSO – Mrs Borel SLSO – Mrs Roberts SLSO – Mr Thurling Canteen Manager – Mrs Younan General Assistant – Mr Glen Geerin (Mon, Wed, Thu) General Assistant – Mr Neil Mutton (Tues) Music Teacher – Mrs Azzopardi School Counsellor – Mr Kokotovic (Mon & Fri) Cleaner/School Support – Mrs Kelly Cleaner – Mrs Delipitar Clothing Pool Manager – Mrs Cook Hope you enjoy the next fortnight. Kind regards, Mrs Michelle Lawrow Principal Clairgate PS

A Note from the Office Bookpacks and Voluntary Contributions

Notes regarding Voluntary Contributions and Bookpacks went home on Monday. Payments can be made by Eftpos (in the office), POP (Parent Online Payments), Cash or cheque. All payments and notes should be put in a paper envelope clearly marked with your childs name, class, what you are paying for and the amount enclosed and placed in the Money Box outside the office. A receipt will be returned to you via your child.

Kindergarten $40.00 Year 1 $51.00 Year 2 $44.00 Year 3 $52.00 Year 4 $55.00 Stage 3 $60.00 Wingaru $50.00

The school asks for a Voluntary Contribution of $29.00 per student. This is not mandatory but you are encouraged to make this payment as the funds are used to provide resources for your child to use in their classroom.

Canteen

A new pricelist was handed out this week with changes to keep our canteen in line with the Departments Healthy Canteen Guidelines. A copy is also included in this newsletter.

P & C News P&C Will be holding their annual AGM on Tuesday, 11th February commencing at 6pm in the Staffroom. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Sport Report 2020 Swimming Carnival

Clairgate’s Annual Swimming Carnival was held in December 2019.

Students who are new to Clairgate PS and are 8 years of age or older who wish to compete in our swimming carnival will be given the opportunity at Mt Druitt Swimming Pool on Wednesday, 19th February. Mrs Thurling and Mrs Millevoi will be at the pool at 3:40pm and will meet you inside the pool complex. Parents or caregivers must be in attendance with the student. New students will be given the opportunity to compete in any or all events they wish.

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Students who attended the carnival but who would like to try to improve the times submitted for the District Carnival may also attend. They will be able to try to improve their times in the 100M Freestyle and the Open Medley only as their entry into these events is based on recorded times.

Mrs Sue Millevoi, Carnival Organiser

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Clairgate Public School 2020 Summer Canteen Price List

SANDWICHES - Wholemeal or White Bread Sandwich Roll

Buttered 80¢ +60¢ Vegemite $1.20 +60¢

Jam/Honey $1.20 +60¢ Cheese $2.00 +60¢

Devon & Sauce $2.00 +60¢

Tomato $2.00 +60¢ Cheese & Tomato $2.80 +60¢

Ham, Cheese & Tomato $4.20 +60¢ Ham & Cheese $3.40 +60¢

Cheese & Vegemite $2.50 +60¢ Egg $2.00 +60¢

Curried Egg $2.00 +60¢

Egg & Lettuce $2.50 +60¢ Ham $2.60 +60¢

Tuna $2.60 +60¢ Salad $4.00 +60¢

Chicken $2.60 +60¢

Ham & Salad $4.80 +60¢ Tuna & Salad $4.80 +60¢

Chicken & Salad $4.80 +60¢ Chicken, Avocado & Lettuce $4.50 +60¢

Chicken, Lettuce & Mayo $3.40 +60¢

WRAPS - with sauce Chicken, lettuce, tomato & cheese $4.50 Ham, lettuce, tomato & cheese $4.50

Lettuce, tomato, carrot & cucumber $4.50 Chicken, avocado & lettuce $4.50 Egg & lettuce $3.00 Cheese & Tomato $3.00

BBQ, Mayo, Sweet chilli, Tomato Sauce

SALAD BOX - contains Lettuce, tomato, cucumber & carrot $4.00 Add ham, Chicken or egg extra 80¢

SAUCES & Extras Beetroot, Carrot, Lettuce Tomato, Cheese, Cucumber each 80¢

Avocado $1.00 Boiled Egg 80¢ Sauce Packets - Sweet & Sour, Tomato & BBQ each 30¢

Spoons & Forks each 10¢

DRINKS Mount Franklin Water 600ml $1.80 Mount Franklin Lightly Sparkling Mango or Raspberry $2.00

Poppers – Apple, Orange, Tropical, Blackcurrant $1.50

Appletiser $2.00 Flavoured Milk – Chocolate, Strawberry $2.00

Oak Mini Shake (25% less sugar) –

Chocolate or Strawberry $2.00

Chill J 250ml, Raspberry, Grape, Orange Passio $1.80

BURGERS Chicken Patty only (flame grilled) & mayo $3.20

Chicken Burger with lettuce, tomato & mayo $4.00

Chicken Burger with lettuce, tomato,

carrot & cucumber $4.80

Hamburger with lettuce, tomato & sauce $4.00

Hamburger with lettuce, tomato, Beetroot

& sauce $4.80

Cheeseburger with cheese & sauce $3.60

HOT FOOD Large Pie $3.40

Sausage Roll - Lite $2.60

Chicken Nuggets (limit 6) 60¢ each or 6 for $3.60

Cheese & Bacon Roll $1.80

Pizza - Ham & Pineapple or Ham & Cheese $2.20

Garlic Bread - (Recess & Lunch) 80¢

Corn Cob $1.00

Chicken Chippees (limit 6) 60¢ each or 6 for $3.60

RECESS FOODS Cheese & Bacon Rolls $1.80

Frozen Orange Quarters 10¢

Vegemite Sao 40¢

Cheese Sao 50¢

Cheese & Tomato Sao $1.00

Red Rock Deli Chips - Sea Salt $1.20

Fruit Cup (seasonal) $1.00

Watermelon Slice (seasonal) 50¢

Apple, Orange, Bananas $1.00

Boiled Eggs 80¢

ICE CREAMS Sold over the counter at Lunch time only

Orchy Cups - Orange, Apple 80¢

Sour TNT 80¢

LUNCH & RECESS ORDERS

Write your child’s Name, class & order on a paper bag from home

Separate bag for Recess orders Lunch orders & Drink orders please

THE CANTEEN

DOES NOT PROVIDE CREDIT

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Cancer Council NSW is here to help you kick start the year easily, packing healthy lunch boxes

your kids will enjoy. Developed by dietitians healthylunchbox.com.au is a one-stop shop for

everything families need to know about packing a healthy lunch box.

Here’s what you will find:

an interactive lunch box builder that helps parents and kids plan and pack a healthy lunch

with foods they like.

The ability to filter recipes based on diets, easy to freeze and prep time

Lots of quick and easy recipes and snack ideas

Regular healthy eating blogs

You can sign up to the Healthy Lunch Box e-newsletter for ideas, updates and recipes delivered to

your inbox throughout the year.

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Book Club is Back!

Next week Book Club catalogues will be coming home.

Please remember that al books ordered through Book

Club earn rewards for our school. Last year we bought

more than $1000 worth of books for our school library.

THANK YOU!

All Book Club orders can be placed online through the

website as shown on the catalogue or you can order

through the LOOP app. Please remember all payments

are to be made online. If you would like assistance with

ordering please come and see us in the Library.

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