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Hallidays Point Public School

Learning, Caring & Sharing Find us at: 300 Diamond Beach Road Diamond Beach NSW 2430 Ph: 6559 3009 Fax: 6559 3011 Email: hallidays-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au Homepage: www.hallidays-p.schools.nsw.edu.au

Term 1 Issue 3 8 March 2018

Dear Parents / Carers Welcome to Week 6. Another fortnight has flown by and we are ready to celebrate our first combined assembly for this year. I want to start by acknowledging our wonderful P&C, who organised the Brickfest last Sunday. From all the happy faces I saw on the day, to stories I have heard from people in the community, it was a great success and a lot of fun was had by all who attended. This was our big fundraiser for the year and it could not have happened without the tireless work of the P&C. Special mention to Sarah Stenning, Mel Orchard and Linda Cain for their hard work during the lead up and on the day as well. Well done to all of those involved. We are putting the final touches onto our new 2018 – 2020 School Plan that will set the direction for the school over the next three years. We are placing significance on knowing our students and working together with families to ensure that all of our students achieve success and growth at school and that a year spent at school, is a year of growth. We know that students who enjoy success at school, are generally better positioned to achieve success in their general lives. We are very lucky to be situated at this school so close to the beach. We benefit greatly from lovely sea breezes and generally a lovely climate. Unfortunately, this does come with some disadvantages, in particular a lack of space within the school grounds. With our students safety foremost in our minds I again ask, that parents not use the driveway at the northern end of the school to access the school grounds. With parents driving to the back of the school, often in school hours, it increases the likelihood of there being an incident involving a motor vehicle. If you need to drop your child off who is late to school or pick them up early from school, we ask that you park at the front of the school and attend the office so your child can be signed in or out. Your help with this matter is greatly appreciated.

All parents should have had the opportunity to meet with their child’s teacher and sit down with them one-on-one to discuss the upcoming school year and how we are going to achieve success for your child. The teachers have all indicated to me that the process we have in place to meet each parent individually at the beginning of each school year, sets up our students for success. If you haven’t had a chance to meet your child’s teacher, please contact them to make an appointment when it is convenient. I will be taking our leaders down to a conference in Sydney this Sunday & Monday. We will be given the opportunity to listen to speakers who are leaders in their fields and each student, will be given the opportunity to gain insight into what it takes to be a leader. We will be traveling down by mini bus with students from Wingham Brush Public School, Wingham Public School and Mount George Public School. Feedback from previous years has always been positive and indications were that it has been a valuable experience for all those who attend. The “Tell Them From Me” Survey – non consent Form is being sent home with this newsletter. If you do not want your child to take part, please complete and return it to the school by Friday 16 March, 2018. Have a great fortnight Peter Johnson Principal BRICKFEST

PRINCIPAL’S REPORT PETER JOHNSON

The following students received Merit Awards and Assembly Awards at the Infants Assembly on 26 February 2018 and Medallions and Citizenship Awards at the Combined Assembly on 7 March 2018. Makayla Clarke – Year 1 Carter Cox – Year 1 Jamahlia Davis – Year 1 Chase Harrison – Year 1 Fynn Todhunter – Year 1 Jackson Lawrence – Year 1 Chloe Powell – Year 1 Eden Giffin – Year 2 Summer Harrison – Year 2 (2 Merits) Lou Klaphake – Year 2 KB Anabelle Maligin – for consistently following school rules Phoebe Herzberg Nicholls – for always making good choices Cody Murray – for being an enthusiastic learner Riazz Von Stoll – for working independently and staying on task K/1M Ella Whight – showing enthusiasm in reading groups Mia Johnston – being an enthusiastic learner and completing set tasks Isaac Hasham – settling in well to routines at his new school Chloe Anderson – settling in well to routines at her new school 1P Makayla Clarke – being an active class member and contributing to discussions

Chase Harrison – being on task and completing set work Carter Cox – showing terrific active listening skills. Well done Pippa Nelson-Hauer – amazing independent work in writing. Good job 1/2B Stella Voorby – consistent effort during all class activities Ruby Savage – independent work habits and determination to complete work to the best of her ability Rachael Rebbeck – excellence in literacy Damon Hourn – focus and determination in all key learning areas 2M Kate Blake – a warm welcome to Hallidays Point Public School Kobi Egan – a warm welcome to Hallidays Point Public School Friendly Schools and Families Awards: KB – Lily Gorman – for consistently helping others K/1M – Ava Williams – always being a kind and friendly class member 1P – Zac Wolfenden – being a respectful and friendly student 1/2B – Irah Mifsud – being a kind and friendly classmate 2M –Bianka Quinn – showing responsibility in class Bronze Medallions: Cooper Bennett Bianka Quinn Jahzara Newman Eden Giffin Summer Harrison Silver Medallions: Lily Gillett Charlie Maligin Summer Mobbs Yasmin Smith Citizenship Awards: KB – Ella MacDonald K/1M – Ella Whight 1P – Alexis Condie 1/2B – Ruby Savage 2/3M – Emily Castle 3/4E – Tahlia Nicholson 3/4L – Daisy Pickering 4/5S – Charlotte Nunn 5/6C – Bridey Mc Dermott 5/6V – Charlie Keyte

Coming events Term 1 2018

22/3/18 Cross Country Carnival 27/3/18 Easter Hat Parade 28/3/18 School Photos 29/3/18 Combined Scripture

DATE ASSEMBLY / CLASS PRESENTING

12/3/18 Primary – 3/4E

19/3/18 Infants – 1/2B

26/3/18 Primary – 5/6V

2/4/18 No Assembly - Easter

11/4/18 Combined Assembly

MERIT AWARDS

Certificates for Regional Swimming Representatives: Bridie Steber, Harrison Tancred, Izaac Boag Trophies for 2018 Swimming Champions: Junior Girl Swimming Champion – Bridie Steber Junior Boy Swimming Champion – Harrison Tancred 11 Year Girl Swimming Champion – Lilyanne Small 11 Year Boy Swimming Champion – Angus Goolagong Senior Girl Swimming Champion – Phoebe Hinchliffe Senior Boy Swimming Champion – Izaac Boag

Above: Sport Captains, Ziggy Pickering (Sapphire), Kye Wilson (Ruby), Lachlan Castle (Emerald), Charli Cain-Ashford (Emerald), Brooke Wilson (Ruby), Tarli Black (Sapphire)

Above: Kids Committee Representatives Charlotte Nunn, Jahzara Newman, Bianca Dixon, Daniel Bush, Wade Williams, Zac Wolfenden, Tahlia Nicholson, Annabelle Maligin, Ava Williams. Absent: Ace Moylan Congratulations to all involved!!

Above: Bronze Medallion Recipients Summer Harrison, Bianka Quinn, Jahzara Newman, Eden Giffin. Absent: Cooper Bennett Above: Silver Medallion Recipients Yasmin Smith, Summer Mobbs, Lily Gillett, Charlie Maligin

Swimming Champions: Izaac Boag, Harrison Tancred, Lilyanne Small, Bridie Steber, Phoebe Hinchliffe, Angus Goolagong

No Book Club at present. UNIFORM SHOP The Uniform Shop is open on Monday afternoons at approximately 2.45 pm to 3.15 pm and Wednesday mornings at approximately 8.45 am to 9.15 am. Whilst we understand that some parents are unable to come in to purchase uniform items at the above times, you are welcome to leave a completed order form with money enclosed at the administration office, for the Uniform Shop. Once your order is ready, you will be contacted for the pick up. Apologies, due to unforeseen circumstances the Uniform Shop was not open yesterday, 7 March 2018. BRICKFEST Brickfest was a huge success on the weekend, raising a lot of money for our wonderful school. Approximately 2 500 people attended throughout the day. What a fabulous turnout. A big thank you to all that helped out before, during and after the Brickfest. Many hands certainly make light work. A huge thank you to the Hallidays Point Lions Club and to those members that volunteered their time to come to Brickfest on the weekend and cook our BBQ. Special thanks also going out to our sponsors for this event: Point Bakery, Diamond Beach Butchery, Hallidays Point Accommodation, Dominos Pizza, Mackies Electrical, PGH Pavers and Bricks, Insurance Advisernet, School of Box, TJS Building Certifiers, Orchard’s Painting Service, Viper Roofing, Sunkissed Advocados. A very big thank you to Linda Cain and Lauren Vaughan for all the wonderful LEGO themed cookies and cakes. And thank you to Sarah Stenning who brought this fantastic event to Hallidays Point. Kevin and Angela from Rainbow Bricks, we cannot possibly thank you enough for bringing your team of dedicated LEGO fans to Mid Coast Brickfest. See you next year! Mel Orchard

HPPS P & C

LIBRARY NEWS

A few snap shots of the brilliant Brickfest.

TOOLS FOR OUR SCHOOL GARDEN Students at Hallidays Point Public School would like to send out a HUGE ‘THANK YOU’ to Colin and Leanne Westle from Foodworks Hallidays Point. Colin and Leanne have kindly donated money once again to our school. This Term, we were able to purchase tools for our school garden, which includes rakes, shovels, forks, trowels, hedge clippers and gloves. Ms.J.McConnachie Science/Environmental Co-ordinator

KIDS KLUB Kids Klub, for children in grades 3 to 6, will again be run fortnightly, on Friday afternoons starting on 23 February. The bus from the school, drops the children at the Community Church on Black Head Road at 3.30 pm and they are met at the roadside by team members. A non-stop programme begins with afternoon tea and includes games, singing, a story time and craft activities. The setting this year is a Science laboratory where answers are sought to the big questions of life. A light meal is served including chips donated by The Tavern. Parents pick up the children at 6.00 pm. Total cost for this great activity is $4-00. All team members are approved child workers. For more information phone Rhonda Gibson on 0412 828 593. Term 1 2018 dates are 9 March; 23 March; 30 March; 6 April. HALLIDAYS POINT PHYSIE CLUB Physie is a combination of exercises and dance. Classes will resume at Hallidays Point on Thursday 8 February, Monday 12 February at Tuncurry and new classes at Taree West. Ladies Thursday morning and evening classes are also available this year. Hallidays Point Physie specialises in both individual and team events in all ages. All enquiries on how you can be a part of our progressive club, please contact Marilyn on 0410 789 314 or find us on facebook. PLAY OR REFEREE FOOTBALL IN 2018 Opportunities to play and referee football at varying levels exist. These is competitions to suit everyone from a beginner to an experienced player or match official. 2018 Registrations are now open on http://footballmidnorthcoast.com/2018-registrations/ The NSW government is also offering a $100 Active Kids Rebate in 2018. See the above link for all details on the rebate voucher and how to register. Football Mid North Coast invites all those interested in playing or refereeing to register. Who knows, the next Socceroo, Matilda or FIFA Match Official may be you! For more information, please contact the FMNC Office on 6585 0351. Community Football Competitions - admin@footballmidnorthcoast.com

SEASONS FOR GROWTH This is an eight-week program for children aged 6 to 12 years that have experienced grief and loss in their lives due to a significant change such as death, separation of parents or a natural disaster. Children will learn: to understand and talk about the normal range of emotions experienced during major change, grief and loss; how to build positive relationships with family and friends; how they can participate in a caring and confidential network of peers and adults; about resiliency; how to plan for a realistic and hope-filled future. Bookings are essential – phone 6551 1200. Thursdays 3.30 to 4.30 pm on March 8; 15; 22; 29; April 12 (Celebration Day). Free. Venue is at Interrelate Family Relationship Centre, 146 Victoria Street, Taree. There is also the Domestic Abuse support program “Survive and Thrive” and the “Self Esteem and Communication” program. Phone 6551 1200. (See Admin Notice Board) SAVER PLUS $500 in matched funding for education costs including school uniforms, stationary, text books, tablets , laptops and PC’s, TAFE and apprenticeship costs, sports fees and equipment, excursions and more. Eligibility criteria requires; over 18yo, Centrelink Health Care Card or Pension Card, you or your partner have some regular income from work including part time, casual, seasonal, or be self-employed, and have a child at school or attending vocational education yourself. To find out more contact Kristiana Darling from the Smith Family, Dubbo and Taree on 0438 648 670. (See Admin Notice Board)

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

Lunches on Diamond Canteen Roster Term 1, 2018

Wednesday Thursday Friday

Week 6 7/3/18 Kate Voorby Fiona Threlfo

8/3/18 *****NO CANTEEN*****

9/3/18 Kate Voorby Lou Hearn Kris Hourn

Week 7 14/3/18 Kate Voorby Lotti Marocik

15/3/18 *****NO CANTEEN*****

16/3/18 Kate Voorby Lou Hearn Sandy Williams

Week 8 21/3/18 Kate Voorby Laurinda Murray

22/3/18 *****NO CANTEEN*****

23/3/18 Kate Voorby Lou Hearn Mandy Barry

Week 9 28/3/18 Kate Voorby Heidi Nicholson

29/3/18 *****NO CANTEEN*****

30/3/18 Good Friday *****NO CANTEEN*****

Week 10 4/4/18 Kate Voorby

5/4/18 LUNCH BOX THURSDAY! Kate Voorby Lotti Marocik

6/4/18 Kate Voorby Lou Hearn Lynne Harriman

Week 11 11/4/18 Kate Voorby Lynne Harriman

12/4/18 *****NO CANTEEN*****

13/4/18 Kate Voorby Lou Hearn Sharon Blake