Southhaven Visit - lugarno.nsw.edu.au · PSSA Sport & District Teams Photos ... (I can look on the bright side and cheer myself up by reflecting on good things that have happened

Old Forest Road Lugarno NSW 2210

Phone 02 9153 9843 Email [email protected] www.lugarno-p.schools.nsw.au

Tuesday 19 September 2017, Week 10, Term 3

Calendar dates

September 20 – Kinder Excursion

Stage 2 & 3 Public Speaking

Junior Choir Excursion

September 21 – Crazy Hair Day SRC Fundraiser

September 22 – Stage 1 Excursion

Last day of Term 3

October 9 – Students commence

Term 4

October 12 – Sport photos

October 18 – Kindy Transition

October 25 – Kindy Transition

November 1 – Kindy Transition

October 19 – Stage 3 Mini Fete

October 24 – Public Speaking Finals

Principal’s Message

Thought for the Week…

“No beauty shines brighter than a good

heart.”

Southhaven Visit

The thought for the week definitely rings true

for our 16 SRC students from Years 1-6 who

attended Southhaven Aged Care Nursing Home

this morning. It was extremely rewarding to see

these kind-hearted students interacting so

beautifully with the lovely residents at

Southhaven. The students shared books and

personal stories with the residents and enjoyed

a lovely morning tea. Thank you to Mrs

Makryllos for organising this visit and liaising

with David and Carmen at Southhaven. Thank

you to Fiona Burns and Helen Psaltis for your

assistance in transporting the students. We

have scheduled another visit in Week 8 next

term which the residents are already excited

about! I’m so proud of our SRC students for the

kindness, maturity and compassion they

demonstrated today – they brought big smiles

to the faces of their new friends at Southhaven.

In this issue Principal’s Message

PSSA Sport & District Teams Photos

PSSA Results and Draw

Stage One Excursion

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Our Visit to Southhaven by Georgie L and Tahlia B (5/6E)

On Tuesday, 18th September, Tahlia, Georgie, Tiana, Sebastian, Bailey, Charlie C, Charlie A, Zara, Annamaria,

Natasha, Jessica, Alexander, Summer, Shia, Billy and Jasmine set off to the Southhaven Aged Care Nursing

Home to read and make connections with the elderly residents. All of us had a great time and were surprised

to make very strong connections so quickly with the residents, regardless of the age difference. It was

wonderful to see them smile when we walked into the room; their eyes lit up and they were very happy to

see us and we were happy to see them. After reading, chatting and laughing with them, we gave a hand-

knitted blanket to the nursing home and thanked David and Carmen who work at Southhaven for allowing

Lugarno students to have this great opportunity. We would like to give a special thanks to Mrs Williams, Mrs

Makryllos, Mrs Burns and Mrs Psaltis for transporting us to and from the venue and another thanks to Mrs

Makryllos for organising this lovely event!




Our Visit to Southhaven by Bailey L and Charlie C (3/4ST)

Honk! Honk! Driving in the LPS teachers’ cars, we were so excited. The LPS SRC students had been asked to

the Southhaven Aged Care Nursing Home. When we got there, we went up three sets of stairs and into the

room with all the elderly residents. We read lots of books to them. We also gave them a gift – a knitted purple

and white blanket. When we gave them the blanket, they provided us with morning tea. It was a delicious

muffin and a tasty orange juice. When we finished the extraordinary morning tea, we read to them a bit

more. Then it was time to go. It was an amazing experience!

Premier’s Spelling Bee

Congratulations to Annabelle (3/4J), Natasha (3/4B), Tahlia (5/6E) and Constance (5/6H) who proudly

represented LPS at the Premier’s Spelling Bee Regional Finals at Connells Point PS last Wednesday. The girls

did a great job in competing against the best spellers from local schools. We’re very proud of you all!

Sporting Stars

Congratulations to our nine students who represented LPS at the Sydney East Carnival last Tuesday at

Homebush: Bailey L (3/4ST), Cameron A (5/6E), Sienna L (2D), Georgie L (5/6E), Mia C (5/6H), Tahlia B (5/6E),

Lukas R (3/4B), Annamaria P (5/6H) and Kate A (5/6H).

Our LPS representatives did our school proud in displaying great effort and sportsmanship. Well done to

Bailey (3/4ST) and Georgie (5/6E) who have been successful in proceeding to the State Athletics Carnival on

the 18th and 19th October – what an outstanding achievement! Bailey has qualified for the State Athletics

Carnival in shot put, discus and 200m and Georgie has qualified for 800m, 1500m and discus.

Student Wellbeing Update

Positive Behaviour for Learning and Bounce Back – What’s the focus this week?

This week, LPS students are engaging in a review of topics and expectations explored throughout the term.




In our Bounce Back lessons, students are exploring the following focus areas: Week 10 Bounce Back Focus Areas – ES1 – Positive tracking (I understand how to be positive even in bad situations) S1 –Bouncing back by thinking of positive memories (I can look on the bright side and cheer myself up by reflecting on good things that have happened in the past) S2 – Being thankful (to understand the importance of being grateful for the good things that happen in my life) S3 – Bright side versus gloomy thinking (to understand that I can change my thinking from pessimistic to optimistic)

At assembly last Friday, KR and their talented teacher, Mrs Rainford presented a short film they had created

through Filmpond. The film explored how KR students use good manners at LPS. If you weren’t able to attend

the assembly last week, please invest 5 minutes to check it out. It’s fantastic! The link has been shared on

the school Facebook page and below.

http://bit.ly/2uveikn I’m so proud of class KR and Mrs Rainford!

LPS Values Awards

Congratulations to the following students for being recognised by their class teacher for their demonstration

of our LPS Values at our assembly last Friday. Well done!

KR – Lucian K and Makenna F

KA – Lydia S and Samuel T

1MK – Nicholas S and Aliki C

1/2A – Alexander H and Zoe S

2D – Remi T and Eva V

3/4J – Annabelle F and Abbey H

3/4B – Natasha P and Elle V.R

3/4ST – Beidan K, Ella C and Marcus N

5/6C – Olivia G and Raymond B

5/6E – Georgie L and Taylor B

5/6H – Constance K and Joshua B

Book Award Recipients in Week 9: Jessica D (5/6C), Georgia A (1MK) and Aidan D (5/6E)

Golden Medallion: A special mention to William F (3/4B) who received his Golden Medallion at Friday’s

assembly. William is moving and will be finishing at LPS on Friday. All the best at your new school, Will!


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Next Assembly

Our next assembly will be held on Friday, 13th October (Week 1, Term 4) commencing at 12.15pm in the Hall.

This assembly will be led by the prefects.

Woolworths Earn and Learn Program

Today marks the final day for collecting stickers as part of the 2017 Woolworths Earn & Learn Program. Thank

you to all the LPS families who have supported our school by collecting stickers. Belinda Hopkins and I will

meet shortly to do a final tally and submit our results. I will keep you posted with details of our final results

and resources which will be purchased to support our students at LPS.

Thank you everyone for getting behind the Earn & Learn Program!

“Bandsgate”

Congratulations to our Performing Band who performed at Bandsgate at Ramsgate PS last Wednesday. The

students performed alongside other local school bands and in true LPS spirit, did a fine job in representing

our school in such a positive way. Well done!

After School Lego Club Update

Congratulations to the Term 3 After School Lego Club students who participated in the “Lego Challenge Day”

in “The Hub” last Wednesday. The Challenge Day provided an opportunity for our young engineers to

showcase their engineering knowledge and skills and work in teams on a project that also highlighted their

design and creativity. Thank you to all of the parents and visitors who came to join in the fun.







Banks Junior Short Film Contest

The Banks Junior Short Film Contest was launched in 2015 by Federal member for Banks, Mr David Coleman

in conjunction with Shopfront Theatre. The contest provides young filmmakers of primary or secondary age

to make short films that encapsulate the theme – why we love our area. Registration for the contest is free.

Students can enter films in the contest as individuals, or in groups. Prizes include Go Pro Cameras and free

enrolment in film production courses at Shopfront Theatre, Carlton. Attached to this newsletter is a copy of

the flyer explaining the rules of the contest and other information. Submissions must be received by

Wednesday, 18th October 2017. The films will be screened at Beverly Hills Cinema on the evening of

Wednesday, 1st November 2017. All proceeds from tickets sold on the night will go to the St Vincent De Paul

Society.

2017 Christmas Card Competition

Students are invited to participate in a Christmas card competition coordinated by Member for Oatley, Mr

Mark Coure. The winner of the competition will have their design featured on Mr Coure’s 2017 Christmas

card, with three runners up displayed on the back cover of the card. The Christmas card will be sent to

residents across the electorate as well as community groups and Members of Parliament.

To enter, students are asked to complete their Christmas card design on the template attached to this

newsletter. All entries need to be submitted by Friday, 20th October 2017.

Lost Property

Please be advised that any unclaimed and unnamed uniform items and belongings not collected from Lost

Property by 3pm on Thursday will be donated to charity. Our Lost Property basket is located at the front of

the Library.

‘CODE CAMP’ is returning to Lugarno PS in the School Holidays!

During the first week of the upcoming Spring school holidays, Lugarno PS will host ‘Code Camp’ for students in Years 2 - 6.

‘Code Camp’ is three days of fun, creativity, logic, problem solving and coding where participants get to design and code their very own app. ‘Code Camp’ will run for three days from Monday, 25th September until Wednesday, 27th September. There are two program options: the ‘Spark’ program which is designed for first timers and ‘Ignite’ for returning students.

Please visit codecamp.com.au/Lugarno or call 1300 263 322 for further details.

Attached to this newsletter is the ‘Code Camp’ flyer.




Happy Holidays!

Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable holiday. Students return on Monday, 9th October.

Mrs William

Principal

PSSA Sport & District Teams Photos

On Thursday 12 October (first week back Term 4), we will be taking all the sports photos. Photos of all

district teams will start at 8:20am. All 2017 PSSA teams will follow after this.

This year, parents will be able to view and order ONLINE the photographs they wish to purchase.

Photographs will be uploaded approximately 4-6 weeks after photography. Once this is done we will advise

you of the code to access the photos. Postage to the school is FREE if parents order within 4 weeks of the

photo’s being uploaded.

After the 4 weeks a postage cost of $8 will be charged.

If you still wish to pay by cash, envelopes are available from the school office. Please note these are for

CASH only and should be returned to school on or prior to photo day.

PSSA Results Friday 15/09/17

Boys Basketball Junior 18 - 8 loss

Boys Basketball Senior 22 – 19 loss

Boys Cricket Junior 138 - 128 loss

Boys Cricket Senior 181 - 41 loss

Girls Softball / T Ball Junior 13 - 11 win

Girls Softball / T Ball Senior 4 - 2 loss

Girls Touch Footy Junior 4 - 2 win

Girls Touch Footy Senior 1 - 0 win

Mixed Hockey Junior 4 - 0 win

Mixed Hockey Senior 12 - 0 loss




PSSA Draw Friday 22/09/17

Boys Basketball v Oatley at Lugarno PS

Boys Cricket V Oatley West at Gannons Park

Girls Softball / T Ball v Peakhurst at Gannons Park 5

Girls Touch Footy v Peakhurst West at Peakhurst Park 3

Mixed Hockey v Oatley at Lugarno PS

Stage One Excursion

Just a reminder that all stage one students need to be at school on Friday at 8:00am sharp as our

performance starts at 10:30am and we cannot be late.

Stage One Teachers

SRC NEWS

This Thursday 21st September, Lugarno Public School will be holding a ‘Crazy Hair’ fundraising day to

continue to raise funds for our playground’s painted spaces. Children may come to school with a crazy hair

design and may use coloured hair spray for this occasion. Students are still to dress in full school uniform

(sports uniform). A gold coin donation is greatly appreciated.

SRC Coordinator – Miss Collins

ICAS English Results

Well done to the 49 students who participated in this year’s ICAS

English. Congratulations also to the following students

for their fantastic results.




ICAS Co-ordinator

Mrs Androulakis

Notes

Please note that you can download notes from our website. If students need a copy of a note from the

office, there will be a charge of 50c.

Lugarno Public School does not endorse or recommend any of the advertisers in this newsletter. Persons

who utilise the services list in this newsletter are responsible for checking that the advertiser has the

necessary licences, permits and insurance to conduct their business.

High

Distinction

Distinction Credit

Anthony K – Year 2 Jonathan K – Year 5

Connor F – Year 6

Summer H – Year 2

Rose M – Year 2

Emersen M – Year 2

Aiden S – Year 2

Jessica M –Year 4

Noa T – Year 4

Andrew T – Year 4

Jayden C – Year 5

Toby W – Year 5

Kelly Y – Year 5

Kate A – Year 6

Tahlia B – Year 6

Charlotte M – Year 6


Lugarno Public School Old Forest Road

Lugarno 2210 Telephone 9153 9843

Gardening Club!

The Lugarno PS Gardening Club has been meeting this year and is open to students in Years 1-6. This

program runs at lunchtime on Tuesdays (1:25-1:45pm).

It is an opportunity for students interested in the environment and gardening to be involved around

our school in a very practical way. Activities include weeding, soil preparation, mulching, planting and

watering. All tools and materials are provided.

To ensure the safety of all students, places are limited. Students will only be able to participate if they

are wearing a hat.

Students are supervised by Mrs Wilkie and former LPS teacher and volunteer, Mrs Thomson.

Expressions of interest are now being accepted for Term 4. Interested students need to complete the

form below, have it signed by a parent/caregiver, and return it to Mrs Wilkie by Friday 13th October.

Mrs Justine Williams,

Principal

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Name: ____________________________________________________________________

Year: ______________________________________________________________________

Why are you interested in joining the Gardening Club?

___________________________________________________________________________

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What would you like the Gardening Club to do?

___________________________________________________________________________

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I give permission for my child to attend Gardening Club and use basic gardening tools.

Parent/Caregiver signature: ___________________________________________________

Parent/Caregiver Name: ______________________________________________________

CENTRE FOR EDUCATION STATISTICS AND EVALUATION

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Tell Them From Me Parent Survey:

Information for parents and carers

Tuesday, 19th September 2017

Dear Parents and Carers,

The Tell Them From Me Parent Feedback Survey – Term 3, 2017 - REMINDER

A note was sent home on the 10th August to inform parents that our school will be participating in the Partners in Learning parent survey, another part of the Tell Them From Me suite of surveys (student, teacher and parent surveys) on student engagement. The survey asks parents and carers questions about different factors that are known to impact on student wellbeing and engagement. We would greatly appreciate your feedback and participation in this survey. Conducting this survey will help our school understand parents’ and carers’ perspectives on their child’s experience at school. These include: communication between parents/carers and staff, activities and practices at home and parent/carer views on the school's support of learning and behaviour. This valuable feedback will help our school make practical improvements. The survey is conducted entirely online on smartphones, iPads, tablets, laptops or

computers. The survey will typically take 15 minutes or less to complete and is completely

confidential. The parent survey will be conducted between 21 August and 13 October.

Although participating in the survey is entirely voluntary, your responses are very much

appreciated.

More information about the survey is available at: http://surveys.cese.nsw.gov.au. To access the survey for our school, please go to: https://nsw.tellthemfromme.com/lugarno

Thank you. Kind regards, Justine Williams Principal


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This week Garno has been out and about getting into a bit of mischief. He has been moving

things around in the classroom and hiding from us.

Can you see the things that Garno changed in picture 2? There are 12

altogether.

1 2

Garno helped out with our

perspective photography…

cleaning up the

playground &…

playing probability games

with Jack & Levi

Our staff hold high expectations for all Stage 3 students. Lessons are designed to enable students to work productively and independently in pairs or in small groups to deliver effective presentations using various skills and strategies.

By the end of Stage 3, students ask questions and undertake investigations, selecting appropriate technological applications and problem solving strategies to develop fluency in their thinking.

Years 5 and 6 bring opportunities to strengthen friendships in a range of social situations. o Small group work in the classroom o Year 5 and Kindergarten buddies o A range of activities in The Hub o Playground interactions o Great opportunities – Enrichment programs, Band, Dance, Choir, LEGO Club, Tech Club

and MakerSpace

Through our school’s Positive Behaviour for Learning framework and Bounce Back program, our senior students learn about the value of respect and the importance of resilience.

P&C Association News

Week commencing 18th September 2017

Dates for the diary: Upcoming LPS P&C Events

• 1st December LPS School Disco SAVE THE DATE

SAVE THE DATE:

LPS School Disco

Friday 1st

December

Invites out Term 4

Melamine Plate $26 2018 Calendar $18

‘Create your own’ Calendar or Plate

Designs Due this week – Friday 22nd

at 3pm For those who have already returned there form, you will receive your special paper

today to prepare your designs. You will receive few spares in case of mistakes, please only return the picture you want printed

Canteen Volunteer Required:

3rd

Wednesday of the Month – From Term 4

Only 2 days this year - Wed 18th Oct & 15

th Nov

P&C Association News

Week commencing 18th September 2017

CANTEEN: Sausage Rolls, Large Pies, Party Pies

As we move towards our summer menu and some healthier options, we will be holding specials on our discontinued winter items. Up until the end of term and while stocks last we will be selling: Large Pies $2 Party Pies 80c Sausage Rolls $2.50 You can order these items for lunch only Monday -Wednesday and Friday.

NEW House Colour T-Shirts

Look out for more information and order forms in Term 4

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Next P&C Meeting – Wednesday 20th September at 7.00pm

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