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Avoca Beach Public School

The Round Drive

Avoca Beach NSW 2251

T: 4382 1416 F: 4381 1431

E: [email protected]

W: www.avocabch-p.schools.nsw.edu.au

Monday 1st July, 2019

Avoca Beach Public School is committed to providing a safe and caring environment where individuals are respectful, responsible and strive for their personal best.

Our innovative, collaborative and inclusive culture empowers and supports every learner.

Principal’s Report

Term 2 concludes this Friday. I would like to thank everyone who has assisted with the many programs that have

been conducted this term. A big well done to all the teaching & ancillary staff who continue to do an outstanding job

in ensuring that all of our students are catered for. There have been a large number of extra curricular activities

provided this term including NSW PSSA Knockouts for six teams, debating and chess competitions, robotics, strings,

band, choir, photography workshops and we have also had a number of excursions and incursions along with our

Stage 3 Bathurst excursion. We also held our Community Connections Evening.

All of these activities have been organised by the dedicated staff and supported by both our ancillary staff and

parents. Thank you to everyone who has provided their time and their expertise.

On Friday our Rugby League Team played against Umina PS in the fifth round of their NSW PSSA Knockout. The boys

won a hard fought game 10-8 and now progress to play Wamberal in the sixth round which will determine the

Central Coast team to move onto the State Finals. Well done boys & Mr Jarmaine and Mr Daly.

Congratulations to Millie Parker, Girls Hockey, Archie Mesritz, 12yrs Rugby League, who represented Sydney North

PSSA at their respective NSW PSSA Championships last week. Both Millie & Archie were great representatives for

both our school & the Region. Millie’s team finished 4th and Archie’s finished 8th.

Our PBL rewards day will be held after lunch this Friday with the students participating in a wide variety of activities

using stellars earnt so far this year.

We have had concerns raised by local residents about the behaviour of some of our students riding bikes to and

from school. We have spoken to all students who ride their bikes to school reminding them of the road rules and

being safe whilst travelling to school. I would ask that you follow up these conversations at home.

This Wednesday twelve of our Yr 6 students including our SRC members will be attending the Kincumba Learning

Community Leadership Forum at the Avoca Beach Surf Club. During the Forum the students will hear guest speaker

Adam Spence & the captains of Kincumber HS speak about leadership and then they will be involved in three

workshops. They will then work on leading projects at the school in Term 3.

Good luck to our Girls Football team who play Bateau bay PS tomorrow in the fifth round of their NSW PSSA

Knockout. The game will be played at Pat Morley Oval mat Bateau bay kicking off at 9.00am.

Week 10 Mon 1st Jul Debating @ Pretty Beach Tue 2nd PSSA Girls Football, ATSI Excursion Wed 3rd Central Coast Choral Festival Leadership Forum Thu 4th Fri 5th PBL Rewards Day, Last Day of Term

Week 1 Mon 22nd Staff Development Day Tue 23rd Students Return Wed 24th School Athletics Carnival Thu 25th Year 1 Rumbalara Excursion Fri 26th Year 2 Rumbalara Excursion

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778Avoca Beach Public School Newsletter Term 2 Week 10

Our Public Speaking Competitions will be held the first three weeks of term 3 with class competitions in week and

finals during Education Week in week 3. Stage 2 & 3 will be on our Open Day on Tuesday 6th August and our K-2

finals will be on Friday 9th August. A note regarding the competitions has been sent home with all students today to

allow them to prepare for the competition over the holidays.

Congratulations to our Year 6 Debating team who had a win in the next round of their Premiers’ Debating Challenge

this morning. The team travelled to Pretty Beach PS to debate on the topic “Children should be paid to do chores at

home”.

A reminder to all Yr 3-6 students that permission notes & payment of $8 for our upcoming School Athletics Carnival

need to be in by this Wednesday.

I would like to wish everyone a happy and safe holiday. Students return on Tuesday 23rd July with our Yr 3-6 Athletics

Carnival to be held on Wednesday 24th July. Other dates to be aware of for early Term 3 are Yr 3-6 Spelling Bee

Wednesday 31st July, K-2 Athletics Carnival Friday 2nd August 9.30am - 12.20pm, Education Week open Day Tuesday

6th August.

Ross Hallaways

Principal

Congratulations to the following students who received merit certificates at last Friday’s assembly.

KM Emilie L’Olive, Skyler Picone 3H Mae Jarmaine, Leon Haak

KS Alex Toft, Riley Frew 3/4V Milla McEwan, Amy Roy

KT Josh Tarawhiti, Pippa Blakely 4B Jasper Hunter, Adam Rignall

1C Asher Andrews, Anu Tandel 4W Jesse Fibbens, Ciara Williams

1G Owen Gillett, Maeve Grace 5/6A Poppy Vizesi Krix, Cameron Ireland

1R Levi Thomas, Luke Van Skiver 5/6D Rafa Norris, Maya Helyard

2B Noah Farrell, Harriet Viles 5/6F Olivia Roy, Brighton McGrath

2D Jarvis Irving, Willow Carpenter 5/6J Phoenix Rozio, Angus Haba

2S Maxwell Blair, Zaiden Taylor 5/6M Luca Miller, Seren George-Davidson

3A Elijah Cohen, Isabelle Ruzek MUSIC D’Arty Smith, Flo Walker

PBL Week 10 – Toilets This week our PBL focus has been on how to be respectful and responsible when using the school toilets. Students have recognised the importance of considering other student's privacy and always leaving the toilet area clean. Our school expectations require students to take toilet breaks during recess, lunch, before, and after school where possible. If a student needs to use the toilet during class time, they must always seek permission and return to class promptly.


MUSICA VIVA

FESTIVAL OF INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC REHEARSAL


The Premier's Reading Challenge has now opened. Please refer to the attached flyer on the website via this link https://avocabch-p.schools.nsw.gov.au/learning-at-our-school/library/premier-s-reading-challenge.html for further information on how to help your child complete the challenge.

EXTENDED LEAVE from ATTENDANCE. If you are planning a family holiday during the school term, for more than 5

days, parents need to apply for an ‘Application for Extended Leave’ from school. An ’Application for Extended

Leave-Travel’ can be collected from the office. Once completed please return to the Principal at least two weeks

prior to the leave then an approved ‘Certificate of Extended leave - Travel’ will be issued. The original certificate will

be signed, copied for school records and returned to parents. You need to carry this certificate during your leave, as

it must be produced when requested by police or other authorised attendance officers.

VOLUNTEERS AT OUR SCHOOL

Volunteers play an important role in the daily school routine. Please be aware that the Department of Education

requires all volunteers to complete a Volunteer Declaration and provide Proof of Identity that meets the 100-point

check. We are updating our records in accordance with these requirements, ask that anyone who is currently

volunteering, or planning to do so in the future, complete the attached declaration, and return it to the office along

with your 100 points as soon as possible. This not only applies to in-school volunteers but also anyone that at any

stage may be transporting our students to offsite activities.

For parents transporting students to offsite activities please be aware that we still require copies of both your

current driver’s licence and current vehicle registration. This documentation must be provided prior to the activities

and is required even if you are transporting your own child. In accordance with department requirements, the

transporting of students is not permitted until all documentation has been received.

https://avocabch-p.schools.nsw.gov.au/learning-at-our-school/library/premier-s-reading-challenge.html

https://avocabch-p.schools.nsw.gov.au/learning-at-our-school/library/premier-s-reading-challenge.html


MUSIC TUITION AT AVOCA BEACH - GUITAR (ACOUSTIC AND ELECTRIC), SINGING, ELECTRIC BASS, BANJO,

MANDOLIN and UKELELE. All styles and all ages, beginners to advanced levels, very experienced professional

teacher. Phone Chris on 0422 802 222

It’s time to enrol in the French and Spanish Club for next Term again! Students have Fun Learning a New Language and Culture plus: § Improve memory § Increase attention span § Increase cognitive function and problem solving abilities § Learn about another culture § Make new friends

FRENCH FOR KIDS CLUB AT AVOCA BEACH PS : Now taking enrolments for Term 3 2019 for French classes on TUESDAY 3.30pm - 4.30pm Nathalie Roy on 0430 286 590 or email [email protected] to register your interest and for more info on cost and siblings discount. MERCI! WE ACCEPT THE CREATIVE KIDS VOUCHER

SPANISH FOR KIDS CLUB AT AVOCA BEACH PS : Now taking enrolments for Term 3 2019 for Spanish classes on MONDAY 8.15am - 9.00am Nathalie Roy on 0430 286 590 or email [email protected] to register your interest and for more info on cost and siblings discount. GRACIAS! WE ACCEPT THE CREATIVE KIDS VOUCHER

HIGHLAND DANCING LESSONS – Tue & Thur 3.45pm-4.30pm at 33 Laird Dr, Avoca. Teacher Maureen Fyffe has 40yrs experience teaching/coaching highland dance. She has coached 11 Australian champions. Examinations and competition training available. Contact Maureen 0400 221 038.

Avoca Beach Public School’s newsletter contains paid advertisements which assist with the cost of publication. The

publication of such advertisements does not imply endorsement of any product or service by the NSW Department of

Education or Avoca Beach Public




THE SNACK SHACK

The Snack Shack Hours are: Morning 9.00-9.20 Recess 10.50-11.10 Lunch 1.10-1.40 Preferred method of ordering is by using the FLEXISCHOOLS APP, CUT OFF TIME 8.30AM. Although we are happy to provide IOU’s for lunch when needed, please try and settle any outstanding accounts ASAP so we can continue to offer this service. We would like to thank the P&C for the purchase of our new oven which is making life a lot easier with our very large orders of hot food at the end of each week.

As requested by some of our pupils in Parliament we will be offering Burritos for our end of term STATE OF ORIGIN MEAL DEAL on FRIDAY JULY 5. You will be able to purchase a main meal plus an Iced Juicie for the Special Price of $5. Orders must be completed by cut off 2pm Wednesday 3 July, either on Flexischools or over the counter. There will be an option to add a drink for $2. Due to the NSW HEALTHY CANTEEN STRATEGY we are ONLY PERMITTED to advertise EVERYDAY food options in accordance to our strict guidelines and regulations. Occasional items ie Pies will still be available to order but not under the special deal.

ALL VOLUNTEERS IN THE CANTEEN MUST PROVIDE THE SCHOOL OFFICE WITH A COMPLETED VOLUNTEERS

DECLARATION AND THE 100 POINTS OF IDENTIFICATION BEFORE ASSISTING IN THE CANTEEN OR

ANYWHERE ELSE WITHIN THE SCHOOL.

Snack Shack Roster for: Mon 1st VOLUNTEER REQUIRED Tue 2nd VOLUNTEER REQUIRED Wed 3rd Janelle Sykes Thu 4th Maureen Johnson Fri 5th Sarah Minor, Grania Howard Lyndsay Buening – Canteen Manager 0412 784 884 Tue, Thur, Fri Sarah Randall – Canteen Supervisor 0423 113 401 Mon & Wed

ORDERS FOR STATE OF ORIGIN MEAL DEAL MUST BE IN BY 2PM ON WEDNESDAY 03 JULY


'We were thrilled to be a part of this program. Gayle, (our facilitator) has taught us to change our language and use

effective tools for stressful situations...Please can we have more of these classes?' written by two keen and

enthusiastic ABPS parents who participated in the Term 2 Positive Parenting Program.

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