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Term 4 Week 2 Thursday 25th October, 2018

Fete What a wonderful fete we had on Sunday! I personally had a great

time and thought it was a very positive and happy day for our

school and community. Congratulations to our fabulous Ukulele

group on their performance. We have some great singers. Thank

you to our teachers who gave up part of their Sunday to run our

school stalls. Most of all congratulations to our wonderful,

persistent and hardworking P&C who have ploughed on through

many difficulties to make the fete happen. A couple of my

favourite people had a great day and I hope yours did too.

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Fred Hollows Humanity Awards I was very proud to attend the Fred Hollows Humanity Awards on

Monday at Parliament House in Sydney to see 2 of our students,

Laura D and Angel Z receive their awards. The awards were pre-

sented by Rob Stokes the Minister for Education and Gabi Hollows

the founder of the Fred Hollows Foundation.

Intention to apply for Year 7 entry to a selective

high school in 2020

Selective high schools cater for high achieving academically gifted

students who may otherwise be without sufficient classmates at

their own academic and social level. These schools help gifted and

talented students to learn by grouping them with other gifted and

talented students, teaching them in specialised ways and

providing educational materials at the appropriate level.

Applications for selective high school placement are considered

mainly on the basis of the Selective High School Placement Test

results and school assessment scores. The Selective High School

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Placement Test will be held on Thursday 14 March 2019.

If you would like to have your child considered for Year 7

selective high school entry in 2020, you need to apply on the

internet using a valid email address (not the student’s email

address).

Detailed instructions on how to apply online will be available

from mid-September 2018 at https:// education.nsw.gov.au/

public-schools/selective-high-schools-and-opportunity-

classes/year-7. The application website opens at that link on

9 October 2018 and closes on 12 November 2018. You must

apply before the closing date.

There are no paper application forms. If you do not have

internet access, you could apply at a public library. If you

have a disability that prevents you from using a computer,

you can contact the Unit for assistance after 9 October 2018.

Crazy Hair Day Our SRC will be holding a Crazy Hair Day tomorrow, Friday

26th October, in support of one of our students, Rebecca T

who is having her hair cut off to make a wig for people having

cancer treatment. Rebecca has a

number of people in her family

suffering cancer. All money raised

will go to the Cancer Council.

We are very proud of Rebecca for

taking on this initiative. If you

wish to donate to Rebecca you

can find the link on our Facebook

page or Webpage. You can also

donate at school.

Mrs Abbott has decided to also have her hair cut and the SRC

are selling tickets for students to cut her hair. All money will

go to Rebecca’s fund.

New Kindergarten Students for 2019 We had our 2nd orientation yesterday. Students had a great

time doing activities in the kinder rooms with the teachers

and parents had an information session and a tour of the

school.

If you know of any families that may have a child that is

starting school next year could they please come into the

school office and put their name down so that they can

receive all the information directly. We will then, during Term

4, run 4 transition days for students and their parents. This is

a great opportunity for our students to get a wonderful start

to their schooling journey.

Please contact the school if you require any additional

information or just need to ask a question.

Tell Them From Me Survey It is important to us to have your opinions for our future

planning.

We invite all our parents to participate in our 2018 TELL THEM

FROM ME survey.

The Tell Them From Me Parent Survey is anonymous, voluntary,

and easy-to-use. It is based on a comprehensive questionnaire

covering parents’ perceptions of their child’s experiences at

school.

The survey results are an important part of our evaluation and

planning for 2019. This is an opportunity for everyone to have

their say . Survey closes tomorrow, Friday 26th October.

Social Media

Social media can provide an enjoyable way to socialise online

and connect you with what is going on in your school

community. Please keep in mind at all times that this school

belongs to your students and your community. I want it to have

a great reputation and I hope that you do too. If you have a

problem please speak to us directly. Please phone and make an

appointment with your child's teacher or Stage Leader (Assistant

Principal) first. If you need to, you can speak to me. Please do

not put things about our school (or P&C) on social media. It is

unlikely to solve your problem and creates a negative image for

the school your child attends. As a parent and carer, you are

your child’s first role model when it comes to online behaviour.

Make sure your online conduct demonstrates how they can use

social media respectfully and safely. We are focused on students

learning and kids come 1st, 2nd and 3rd for us and we make

decisions in the best interest of all. If something happens at

school that you do not find satisfactory we want to know about

it directly and hopefully do something about it. We want you to

feel happy and positive about the school so your child in turn

feels happy and can learn well. Please don’t air problems on

social media without speaking to us. When the school and

parents work together and communication is strong, they can

better support students' learning both in the classroom and at

home.

Our Code of Conduct, Gwandalan Public School Facebook page

is attached on the following page.

Kind Regards

Sandy Notley

Principal

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Infants PBL Assembly Awards Term 4 Week 3

Bronze Silver Gold Diamond Principal

Izabella S Genevieve H Nate S Sophie M Jael Mc Ella S-T Archie L Angus M Felicity Mc CJ W Chelsea C Grace A Ky C Nardika B Emily P-T Jad Z Aylah C Harry H

Matari T Tye G Genevieve H Hayleigh B Byran C Izabella S Zahara C Addison B Savannah D Wakena C Charlotte N Ruby W Aiden B Cooper D Layla E Claire P Lachlan Mc Sieanna G Isabella T Liam W Pania C Tyler W Charlotte L Lucy O Damian M Cooper W Nardika B Ella B Leah B Maddison R Charlotte B Harrison G Jack T Sophie Y

Savannah H Genevieve H Boe B Matari T Skye S Lilly-June B Brittney F Zahara C Piper F Izabella S Taysha E Layla E Matilda M Emma S Byran C Benjamin B Isabella T Liam Ware Caleb G-W Sargun B Indi H Hayleigh B

Brittney F Zahara C Hayden S Genevieve H Caleb G-S Eli T Natalie W Chayce F Zac H

Zahara C

Primary Assembly PBL Awards Term 4 Week 2

Bronze Silver Gold Diamond Principal

Lilly J Bailey P-T Jarred W

Bodhi H Aria K Lolli W Phoebe W Madison C Seriah Z Riley C-B Cooper M Jontii A Jesse C

Bodhi H Jordan L Isabella T Mia H Lyndsie H Shaylee B

Skye S Chloe K Nevaia M Zali Mc

Primary Assembly Awards 2018 Term 4 Week 2

3/4P Amy Amazing Fantastic Mr Fox art

3/4P Beau Amazing Fantastic Mr Fox art

3/4P Max An outstanding attitude towards set tasks

3/4P Taleeha An outstanding attitude towards set tasks

5/6D Briella G-D An amazing inquiry question for Genius Hour.

5/6D Rhys J An amazing inquiry question for Genius Hour.

5/6D Liam W An outstanding start to term 4.

5/6D Kyse S-C A fantastic effort towards his learning.

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Important information regarding bus travel for Year 2 students moving into Year 3

School student applications for 2019 open from Monday, 15 October 2018.

Students progressing to year 3 and year 7 do not need to re-apply if they:

are residing at the same address

Students who have an entitlement approved under a medical condition which is due to expire will receive notifica-

tion advising them to re-apply.

Term Bus Pass holders will receive a notification to re-apply.

Students in the Opal network applying for a SSTS or Term Bus Pass entitlement for the first time will receiv their

card at their nominated postal address. Cards will be matled out during December 2018 and January 2019.

Students residing in Rural and Regional (R&R) areas should receive their travel pass at the commencement of

the new school year from their nominated operator. Note: some R&R operators do not issue travel passes.

Students should check with their operator for more information.

Please see the attached information regarding printed school travel brochures.

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Gardening Group NEWS!

Last term Gwandalan Gardening group entered the school vegetable garden

into the Wyong District Garden Competition. We all worked hard to get the

garden looking its best. At the end of the term the judges came to judge

our garden.

In the first week of the holidays four of our enthusiastic students attended the

awards ceremony at the Council Chambers in Wyong. Our garden won second prize

in our division. We were awarded a trophy, a $25 gift voucher from Charmhaven

Garden Centre and a $50 gift voucher from Coastal Sand and Soil. Great work to all

of those involved with the garden. You should be very pleased that all your effort

has paid off. A special thank you to those parents and students who took time out

of their holidays to represent our school at the ceremony.

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OUR EXCURSION TO

BLACKBUTT RESERVE

By KS

On the 19th of September

Kindergarten went to Blackbutt

Reserve on an excursion. First we got

on the bus. When we got there we

had fruit break and recess. We saw

two wombats called Sally and Clyde .

Then we got to pat a blue tongued

lizard and an Olive Python. After the

reptiles we went and looked at some

birds and the koalas asleep in the

trees. We saw tadpoles in the water

and emus, wallabies and kangaroos

in a big paddock. There was a

peacock that had its feathers all

spread out. After our walk around

the emus and kangaroos we went

and had lunch. Then we got to play

on the grass and the playground.

After that we got on the bus and

went back to school. We all had a

great day but we were tired.

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UNSW ICAS Testing

Congratulations to all students who completed

the 2018 tests.

Special mention to:

Sunny C- Mathematics- Distinction

Gemma H- Mathematics- Credit

Nathan W- Mathematics- Merit

Taylah C- English-Credit

Charlie R- English- Credit

Travis H- English- Credit

Marnie A- English- Merit

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SCHOOL UNIFORM

School uniforms promote a sense of belonging for students and create a positive identity for the school community.

School uniforms also contribute to the personal safety of students by allowing easier recognition of students inside the

school and in the community. Schools expect students to wear the uniform during school hours, while travelling to and

from school, and when engaged in school activities out of school hours.

At Gwandalan Public School we encourage our students to take pride in their appearance and to wear the ap-

proved uniform.

To order via our online Uniform Shop: www.gtschool.com.au

Click on ‘Your School Uniforms’

Click on Gwandalan Public School logo

Order and Pay for required items Pick up your order from the Uniform Shop or it will be delivered to your child ’s class Hats

Our school hat is to be worn for all sporting activities and in the playground during recess and lunch. Students must play

indoors (e.g. library) or under the shaded areas (e.g. COLA and courtyard) if they do not have an approved school hat.

Footwear

Students are expected to wear plain black school shoes and plain white socks. On sport days, students should wear jog-

gers.

Year 6 Shirts

Towards the end of each year, students in Year 6 can purchase special Year 6 shirts. In Term 4, Year 6 shirts can be worn

on Monday, Wednesday and Friday only.

Sport Representative Jumpers

Students who represent Gwandalan Public School at regional levels can purchase special representative jumpers. These jumpers are not part of our regular school uniform and can be worn on Friday only.

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BookClub orders due by 31st October.

Please deliver orders and payment to the

office or the Library.

Great Christmas presents.

CALENDER OF EVENTS

Fri 26th Oct Crazy Hair Day. Gold Coin

Primary Sport

Mon 29th Oct Infants Assembly 2.20pm

Tues 30th Oct Aboriginal Students transition to

LMHS

Wed 31st Oct CARES Program

Fri 2nd Nov Primary Sport

Wed 7th Nov Stage 2 Camp

LMHS Year adviser talk

P & C Meeting 5.30pm

Thurs 8th Nov Stage 2 camp

Fri 9th Nov Primary Sport