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Term 3 Week 8 Thursday, 12 September 2019

Kindergarten Orientation During term 4 weeks 1-3 we will be hosting our 2020 Kindergarten students and their families for three Kindergarten orientation visits. We look forward to this exciting time. Could we ask any parents who have students starting school next year who have not yet contacted the school office, to do so this week please.

PSSA Winter Sport Congratulations to all of the students who participated in the PSSA Winter sport programmes. Good luck to teams in next week’s grand finals and a special congratulations to our Touch Football Teams who were successful in winning both the junior and senior competitions last week. See our Sporting Achievements for detailed reports on the final series.

Principal Network Awards Congratulations to Mrs Sharon Cook and Mrs Kim Lazarevic who were both recently recognised at the Principal Network awards. Both carry out invaluable work at our school and provide pivotal support to our students.

Jump We have recently had some of our Year 5 students participating in the JUMP program. The JUMP program is a Mentoring Program where students work with students from Holsworthy High School in a variety of activities. Thank you to Mrs Alderton and Mrs Lazarevic for supporting our students engaging in this program.

White Balloon Day This week students participated in White Balloon Day a BRAVEHEARTS initiative. In conjunction with their Child Protection lessons students spent some time exploring our theme this year. “I have the courage to Speak Up!” All students have been encouraged to have a voice and speak up when they are unsure

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about a situation. Participation in White Balloon Day is said to be the “single most significant step every school can take towards protecting their students”.

Monday 16 September Author – Oliver Phommavanh 3-6 Class Workshops

Tuesday 17 September Author – Oliver Phommavanh 3-6 Class Workshops Sport In Schools Program

Wednesday 18 September Author – Oliver Phommavanh 3-6 Class Workshops P & C Meeting 7-9pm

Thursday 19 September 3-6 Assembly Super Kids - 3 Mustard Item 3-6 Spec Rehearsal

Friday 20 September PSSA Winter Finals

Monday 23 September Year 4 Camp

Tuesday 24 September Year 4 Camp Sport In Schools Program

Wednesday 25 September Year 4 Camp

Thursday 26 September K-2 Assembly Super Kids-K Red Item

Friday 27 September Footy Fun Day Last Day of Term 3

Principal’s Message WGPS Calendar

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Enrolments 2020 It is that time of year again where the school has to start planning for next year. It is extremely important that we have accurate information about enrolment numbers for 2020, as this impacts staffing levels, class formations and classrooms required. I ask that anyone who knows that their children are not returning to Wattle Grove next year please contact the school office.

ICAS 2019 The past couple of weeks have seen our students participating in the ICAS UNSW Testing. This year the platform shifted to an online system. The students have handled the change to the online testing with ease. We will advise parents when results are available to be accessed online.

LOST PROPERTY This is a timely reminder that as we begin moving towards warmer weather, students are removing layers of jackets and jumpers throughout the day. Please ensure all items of school clothing are clearly labelled. Our lost property basket is overflowing with uniform pieces, some of which are brand new. There are also a number of lunch boxes, drink bottles and containers left in the playground each afternoon. If you would like to check the lost property, it is located near the hall and Scooter racks at the front of the school gates.

P&C Reminder The next P&C meeting will be held on Wednesday 18th September 2019 (Week 9), commencing at 7pm in the staffroom. We hope to see as many members as possible from our school community.

Swim Scheme Our swimmers have been busy this week participating in the School Swimming and Water Safety Program. Each day the students have been taking lessons and developing their skills in the pool at the Whitlam Centre. Congratulations to all students who have had a very successful week. A special thank you to Miss Kabriel, Mrs Brook and Mrs Lazarevic.

Superkids with Miss Cameron Thank you to all the Super Kids for being the great students you are! I had a lovely time celebrating with you all! The sun was out and everyone was happy.

Have a fabulous week!

Kylie Foreshew

Rel. Principal

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Principal’s Awards

Merit Awards

5 awards Cruz K Yellow

10 awards Max 1 Sky, Caitlin 1 Sky, Jaxson 5 Amethyst, Summer 1 Sapphire, Oscar 1 Sapphire, Ellie 1 Navy, Tanner 1 Sapphire, Vedha 1 Sapphire

15 awards Jaxson 5 Amethyst, Talan 2 Kiwi, Ryder 2 Emerald, Emily 3 Mustard, Molly 2 Kiwi, Mackenzy 2 Emerald, Sophia 2 Emerald, Aiyana 2 Emerald

20 awards Zoe 3 Daffodil, Nandish 3/4 Coral

25 awards Jessica 4 Ruby

30 awards Tiara 5 Amethyst

35 awards Thomas 5 Amethyst

Mrs Dodd Thomas

Miss Weeks Malachi

Mrs Raleski Daniel

Miss Cascio Lana

Mrs Keroulis Ousman

Mr Blanch Mollie-May

Mrs Fuller Luke P

K Blue Caleb, Samuel, Matilda, Laura, Aria, Zac, Wren

K Green Liam, Owen, John, Verity, Sophie, Kody

K Purple Emerson, Noah, Ashton N, Brooklyn, Charlotte, Isla-Rose

K Red Anarah, Tara, Patrick, Luca, De’ja, Imogen

K Yellow Aidan, Lucy, Eston, Jacob, Phoebe, Sophia

1 Aqua Henry, Asiya, Hannah, Cameron, Damian, Aiden

1 Navy Fletcher, Kai, Sophie, Ellie, Harriot, Maddison

1 Sapphire Leah, Annabelle, Kye, Jay, Harry, Vedha

1 Sky Beatrice, Taliah, Eden, Alex, Daniella, Henry

2 Emerald Abby, Coen, Mackenzy, Marcus M, Ryder, Sophia

2 Jade Nella, Mason V, James, Rachel, Jeeven, Grace

2 Kiwi Charlee, Molly, Lilly, Aleisha, Benjamin, Liam

2 Teal Harry C, Tayla, Livia, Hayley, Levi, Ella

3 Canary Koda, Jett, Jack, Poppy, Isabella, Benjamin C

3 Daffodil Amelia, Dylan, Koby, Jack, Xavier

3 Mustard Tillie, Inaayah, Malachi, Ofa, Zander, Hunter

3/4 Coral Annabelle, Joah, Will, Isla, Christine, Fletcher

4 Crimson Matilda, Sebadtianne, Maddie, Lana, Tristan, Adam

4 Scarlet Matthew R, Jai, Abbie, Lochlan, Harrison, Arya

4 Ruby Scarlett, Erika, Keira, Drew, Emmi, Chelsea

Student Achievement

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Notes Home

PSSA Results from Week 6 & 7 Please refer to back pages.

A big congratulations to all the students who competed at the Zone Athletics Carnival. Everyone’s amazing effort meant we were named the champion school, having gained the most points for both girls and boys against 12 other schools! We also had two students who were named age champion – Junior Boys, Antonio and Senior Girls, Mikaylah, which was an amazing effort as was the fact that 4 of our students broke 5 zone records – see below for these details. With 25 students competing at the Regional carnival, it will be one of our biggest teams ever. Top 3 results at the carnival are below. The top 2 students go to region together with the top 3 for the 100m and 200m. Good luck at Region to all students. Please refer to back pages for results

Junior B Netball Congratulations to all the girls in my team for an amazing season. Undefeated throughout the whole competition until the semi-final (ouch), we really did

have a tremendous season where every player grew and developed so much and really played as a team. You were all great sports and I enjoyed being your coach. Thank you to the parents and grandparents that came each week to support and score, that was very much appreciated. Jan Bartram

Results

1st Blamey 157 points

2nd Hassett 144 points

3rd Badcoe 99 points

Zone Public Speaking Congratulations to Charlee, Max and Anannya for

your wonderful representation of our school at the

zone public speaking competition last week. The

competition was extremely high but you all delivered

your prepared and impromptu speeches with aplomb.

Well done, we are proud of your efforts.

Mrs Bartram – Public Speaking Coordinator

Note Year/ Class

Details Returned By

5/9/2019 Year 4 Camp Checklist

N/A

5/9/2019 All Healthy Harold – Life Education

23/9/2019

5/9/2019 Swim Scheme Students Only

Swimming Program

N/A

5/9/2019 5/6 Tuscany Class Note N/A

5/9/2019 3 Daffodil Class Note N/A

Office News

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Regional Spelling Bee Two of our students from Stage 2, Arielle and Ira attended the Regional (Juniors) Spelling Bee Finals at Panania North Public School. Both girls made it through to rounds 3 and 4 but were unsuccessful. A fantastic effort girls for getting that far! Well done

Premier’s Reading Challenge Well done to the following students who have completed the Premier’s Reading Challenge! Kiahna P, Sashwath G

Legacy Week Thank you to the wonderful year 5 and 6 students that participated in the Legacy Week annual fundraising event last week. Thank you to our very generous community for supporting this worthy fundraising event. The total amount raised for Legacy was $725.00

Postings As you know it is posting time again. Many of you would already know if you will be moving at the end of the year. Please make sure you contact the office and DSM to inform of students last day of school and where you will be moving to. This information is much appreciated by the school for further planning.

ForceNet for Families - a new way to keep in touch ForceNet is a Defence communication platform that lets families connect in a secure online environment from their mobile, tablet or computer. Families registered on ForceNet can keep up-to-date with Defence news, events and information relevant to them. Register by visiting www.forcenet.gov.au and click ‘Apply to join’.

Useful Contacts Open Arms (formerly VVCS) Free and confidential counselling for all current and ex-serving ADF members and their families 1800 011 046 or www.openarms.gov.au Defence Families of Australia (DFA) A Ministerial appointed advocacy group for Defence families. 1800 100 509 or www.dfa.org.au

DSM News

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Defence Special Needs Support Group (DSNSG) A network of peer support for Defence families with special needs. 1800 037 674 or www.dsnsg.org.au Defence Community Organisation (DCO) DCO is available to support all Defence members as well as their families. You can contact them anytime, all contact is confidential. 1800 624 608 or www.defence.gov.au/DCO On Call Chaplain Contact Numbers Army (Sydney) - 0407 404 453 Navy - 0411 203 618 RAAF - 0427 281 741 6AV/145 Sig - 0467 772 085

Kim Lazarevic

Defence School Mentor

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Zone Athletics Carnival Results

Girls 100m 8yrs Layla 3rd 9yrs Annabel 1st (Record)

Sebastianne 3rd 12yrs Sienna 1st (Record) 200m 8-10yrs Annabel 2nd 11yrs Gabriella 3rd 12yrs Sienna 1st (Record) Mikaylah 3rd 800m 8-10yrs Abbie 3rd 11 yrs Gabriella 1st (Record) Esme 2nd 12-13yrs Hayley 3rd 1500m 11yrs Lani 1st Esme 3rd 12-13yrs Hayley 3rd Junior Girls Relay Annabel, Nai, Abbie, Sebastianne 2nd Senior Girls Relay Sienna, Ella, Gabriella, Mikaylah 1st High Jump 8-10yrs Annabel 3rd 11yrs Gabriella 3rd 12-13yrs Mikaylah 1st Long Jump 8-10yrs Annabel 1st 11yrs Gabriella 3rd Shot Put 8-10yrs Adelaide 3rd 12-13 yrs Leilani 1st Discus 8-10yrs Adelaide 2nd 12-13yrs Leilani 2nd

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Boys 100m 8yrs Caleb 2nd 9yrs Lachie 1st (Record) Jack 3rd 10yrs Ousman 1st 12yrs Marcos 3rd 200m 8-10yrs Antonio 2nd 12yrs Marcos 3rd Mikaylah 3rd 800m 8-10yrs Antonio 1st 1500m 8-10yrs Antonio 2nd Archer 3rd 11yrs Mason 1st Junior Boys Relay Ousman, Antonio, Matthew, Jack 2nd Senior Boys Relay Marcos, Jack, Sean, Cooper 2nd High Jump 8-10yrs Antonio 1st 12-3yrs Marcos 3rd Long Jump 8-10yrs Antonio 3rd Shot Put 8-10yrs Draven 2nd

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PSSA Results

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Team Result Team Result

Senior Netball Mrs Dodd

Won

29-9

Junior Netball Mrs Dodd

Lost

4-5

Senior Netball Mrs Bartram

Won

21-2

Junior Netball Mrs Bartram

Lost

4-5

Senior Netball Miss Solo

Lost

2-21

Junior Netball Miss Solo

DNP

Mr Wilson’s Senior Touch Football

Semi-final- Win

3-0

Grand final-

Win 7-0

Mr Wilson’s Junior Touch Football

Semi-final- Win

3-2

Grand final-

Win 1-0

Miss Weeks Senior Touch Football

Semi-final- Win

4-1

Grand final-

loss- 7-0

Miss Weeks Junior Touch Football

Semi-final- loss

3-2

Senior Boys Soccer

TBC Senior Girls Soccer

Draw 1-1

Junior Boys Soccer A TBC Junior Girls Soccer A Won 6-0

Junior Boys Soccer B TBC Junior Girls Soccer B Won 6-0

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