term 4, 2019 newsletter issue 29
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NSLHD Health Promotion Service Supporting schools in Ku-ring-gai, Hornsby, Ryde, Lower North Shore and the Northern Beaches
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Live Life Well @ School is a collaborative initiative between NSW Ministry of Health and Education sectors in NSW.
Welcome to Term 4
Teachers are central to student success, and wellbeing is
key. To celebrate World Teachers’ Day, our LLW@S team
would like to say a special thank you for the amazing efforts
by Teachers and your dedication to supporting students
(and colleagues) to be active, safe, happy and healthy.
Each term, the LLW@S newsletter you receive will
showcase practical ways to integrate healthy eating and
physical activity into the school day.
This term there are More Green, Less Screen and
Recycle Right challenges with activity ideas, a new brain
break to try in the classroom as well as support
available from the LLW@S team in getting ready for
Kindy Orientation and the School Canteen Menu Check.
Remember, our LLW@S team is here to help and
completely FREE! Contact us to book in your next
school and canteen support visit.
- Your Northern Sydney Live Life Well @ School team
NEWS AND HEALTH EVENTS
World Teachers’ Day Friday 25th October
Most countries around the world celebrate World Teachers’ Day on October 5. However, as this date usually falls during the Australian school holidays, we celebrate World Teachers’ Day on the last Friday of October instead. In 2019, World Teachers’ Day celebrated teachers with the UNESCO theme, “Young Teachers: The future of the Profession.” The day provided the occasion to celebrate the teaching profession worldwide, to take stock of achievements, and to address some of the issues central for attracting and keeping the brightest minds and talents in the profession. We know that the LLW@S program is an additional focus for teachers which we hope enhances teaching and learning experiences for all. Thanks for the efforts you make to promote a healthy school environment at your school.
NEWSLETTER TEACHERS - PRINCIPALS - CANTEENS
TERM 4, 2019 ISSUE 29
Thank you! From the LLW@S Team
Celebrate Teachers Every Day!
Incorporate the celebration of teachers in school events.
Encourage students to nominate their teacher for an appropriate award.
At assemblies, draw attention to the great work teachers at the school are doing e.g. highlight recent teacher achievements.
Reflect on the value you add to students’ lives through your dedication.
NSLHD Health Promotion Service Supporting schools in Ku-ring-gai, Hornsby, Ryde, Lower North Shore and the Northern Beaches
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Getting ready for Kindy Orientation?
Contact your Health Promotion Officer for more information:
Resources to order! Kindy Orientation coming up during Term 4? Help inform parents on
Crunch & Sip, the physical activity guidelines and road safety by
ordering these free resources.
Crunch and Sip parent brochure: Available in English, Chinese,
Arabic and Macedonian.
To order email: [email protected]
24hr movement guidelines for children and young people (5 - 17
years). 2 page A4 colour brochure. Order code: NA0107.
www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/content/pasbr
NSW Centre for Road Safety. Kindy Orientation road safety bag. Order through Transport for NSW online catalogue: https://shout.finsbury.com.au/uStore/67/Category/369/Product/5437/Kindergarten-Orientation-Road-Safety-Library-Bag-Schools-Only
‘Healthy start to school’ customisable, 10min PowerPoint presentation available to download from: www.nshealthpromotion.com.au
Maths ‘N’ Movement Workshop recap
During Term 3, 26 teachers attended the Maths N Movement Workshop at North Ryde presented by Rachel McCann.
Teachers learnt a number of ways to integrate movement and fundamental movement skills into teaching maths
concepts of fractions, probability, chance and addition. One teacher commented, “This workshop was excellent as we
got to do more and was very relevant. Added bonus of free resources.”
A fun afternoon was had by all!
For more information about Maths N Movement and sample classroom lessons visit: mathsnmovement.com
NSLHD Health Promotion Service Supporting schools in Ku-ring-gai, Hornsby, Ryde, Lower North Shore and the Northern Beaches
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RESOURCES AND QUICK LINKS
Link between physical activity, behaviour and learning outcomes
Are you looking for a simple approach to use in your classroom to improve behavioural and learning outcomes? Classroom based physical activity might be of interest to you! Classroom based physical activity is a simple and practical way to incorporate physical activity into your classroom, with clear links to the curriculum. It has been shown to have a positive impact on your students’ academic outcomes, social and emotional skills, intrapersonal skills and behaviour. It’s also a highly effective approach to use with students with learning or behavioural needs. We are currently offering schools support on practical ways to build physical activity into the classroom environment, including a NESA accredited workshop called ‘Integrating physical activity into the classroom’. To find out more contact your LLW@School Health Promotion Officer or email: [email protected]
Brain Break Corner Brain breaks are a quick and energising way of changing the physical and mental state of our students (and teachers) by activating, energising, stimulating or calming brains and bodies.
Try this Brain Break in your classroom: ‘Air writing’ Formation: Standing at desks or in small groups Stage: Early Stage 1 – Stage 2 Equipment: None 1. Students begin by moving on the spot or around the room using an activity like
jumping, marching, skipping, twisting, hopping or galloping.
2. Teacher calls out a letter, number, word or shape and students stop the activity e.g. run.
3. Students will draw the letter, number, word or shape in the air using their hand, arm, leg, head, elbow, knee, bottom or any combination of body parts.
4. Once completed the teacher calls out a new activity like jumping, marching, skipping, twisting, hopping or galloping.
5. Teacher calls out another letter, number, word or shape and students stop the activity e.g. circle.
6. Students will draw the letter, number, word or shape in the air using their hand, arm, leg, head, elbow, knee, bottom or any combination of body parts.
For information about our new ‘Integrating physical activity into the curriculum’ workshop available for staff meetings
email: [email protected]
Professional Learning opportunities available to support PDHPE familiarisation:
Department of Education schools: education.nsw.gov.au/teaching-and-learning/curriculum/key-learning-areas/pdhpe/pdhpe-syllabus-implementation#Face-to-face1
Independent schools: www.aisnsw.edu.au/courses
Catholic Schools (CSO Broken Bay): Contact Amber McDonnell, Project Officer, [email protected]
Sydney Catholic Schools: Contact [email protected]
NSLHD Health Promotion Service Supporting schools in Ku-ring-gai, Hornsby, Ryde, Lower North Shore and the Northern Beaches
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Sporting Schools funding for Term 1, 2020 Sporting Schools aims to increase children’s interest, participation and love of
sport. Funding is available for primary schools to deliver activities before, during or
after school hours using national sporting organisations.
Term 1, 2020 grant applications are open from Monday 11th November until Friday 22nd November, 2019.
For more information visit: www.sportaus.gov.au/schools/schools/funding#primary_school_grant
Wheelchair Sports NSW There are great events coming up to encourage girls and women to participate in sport. To register and for more details, visit: www.wsnsw.org.au/her-sport
Her sports night November 21st 2019 at Sydney Olympic Park from 6:30pm-9pm – free
Her sports festival wheelchair basketball 21st-23rd February 2020 at Narrabeen Academy of Sport - $100
GARDEN GURU AND GIGGLES Fun Facts: Who likes avocados? Smashed avo on toast maybe? Do you know how avocados grow?
Avocados grow on evergreen trees. Evergreen means the
tree doesn't shed its leaves in the autumn. Avocado trees
need to grow in an area that has excellent drainage,
porous soil and is sheltered from strong winds and frosts.
They prefer a climate that is tropical - cool winters and hot
humid summers. Learn more here:
www.freshforkids.com.au/fruit/avocado.html
Giggles & the Garden
Q: How do you fix a broken tomato?
A: Tomato paste!
Planet Ark - Schools Recycle Right Challenge Monday 7 October - Friday 15 November 2019 Planet Ark provides free recycling activity guides, lesson plans and Australian school
event ideas designed to engage students and teachers to learn by doing and having fun!
Check out the Getting Started Guide at schoolsrecycle.planetark.org/ to help you plan
and promote your Schools Recycle Right Challenge activities.
Registered activity coordinators will have access to other resources throughout the year.
It’s a great time of year for the More Green, Less Screen challenge. This stage 2 & 3 resource is mapped to the PDHPE curriculum & requires limited planning with all resources and student prizes provided. It’s a 2-3 week challenge that provides a great opportunity for students
to turn off their screens and get active outdoors. It is also an important
message to leave with your year 6 students before they embark on
the increased digital influences at High School. Contact your Health
Promotion Officer if your school is interested in being involved.
NSLHD Health Promotion Service Supporting schools in Ku-ring-gai, Hornsby, Ryde, Lower North Shore and the Northern Beaches
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How to make a vertical garden from plastic bottles After a fun project at school or home? Vertical gardens made from plastic bottles
are a great way to save space and help the environment through recycling. All you
need is clear plastic bottles, soil, rope and seeds. Follow these simple steps to
make your own vertical garden.
Step 1: Cut a large horizontal opening in 2L plastic bottles
Step 2: To hang the bottles cut 4 small holes, 2 on each side of the bottle
Step 3: Using rope or wire thread it through the holes. Tie a knot at the end to secure
Step 4: Cut small holes in the bottom of the bottles to allow for drainage
Step 5: Fill the bottles with soil, start planting and hang your masterpiece!
For more ideas visit:
https://landcareaustralia.org.au/news/make-a-vertical-garden-from-plastic-bottles
Outdoor Classroom Day Explore nature, play, create, imagine and have fun with your classmates, teachers and family by joining in Outdoor Classroom Day on Thursday the 7th November! Here are some ways your school can get involved:
- Participate in activities from the outdoor classroom nature passport pack
or download Nature passport from the App or Play store
- Go outside and skip by counting in twos, fives, or tens
- Find different objects by walking around the playground e.g. three leaved
clovers or groups of trees
- In pairs use a tape measure to calculate the distances of areas such as the
basketball court or garden beds
For more information: https://outdoorclassroomday.com.au/
Northern Sydney Health Promotion Contacts
Kylie Tekell (School Canteen Contact) Ph: 02 8877 5329 E: [email protected]
Jane Nethery (Northern Beaches schools) Ph: 02 9388 5298 E: [email protected]
Eve Clark (Northern Beaches schools) Ph: 02 9388 5293 E: [email protected]
Steffi Meagher (Hornsby/Ryde schools) Ph: 02 8877 5326 E: [email protected]
Chelsea Holcombe (Ku-ring-gai/Lower
North Shore schools)
Ph: 02 8877 5330 E: [email protected]
NSLHD Health Promotion Service Supporting schools in Ku-ring-gai, Hornsby, Ryde, Lower North Shore and the Northern Beaches
www.nshealthpromotion.com.au www.twitter.com/nshealthprom
INSPIRING CANTEENS Please print this page for your school canteen manager
Pictured: Beacon Hill Public School canteen.
Congratulations to these Healthy School Canteens who recently completed a Menu Check.
The clock’s ticking… Public schools still have time to transition
to a Healthy School Canteen but it’s advisable to start now to meet the December 2019 deadline.
Help is here: Contact your local Health Promotion Officer.
We are here to help you in passing Menu Check and happy to visit.
Email our friendly Health Promotion team at [email protected]
Menu Check |
Links to application forms
The NSW Menu Check Service provides
valuable feedback on whether your
school canteen menu is meeting the
NSW Healthy School Canteen Strategy.
If the menu requires changes, you can
re-submit an application when you have
made the changes.
When you pass the Menu Check your
school will receive a Great Choice
recognition badge and certificate.
P&C/P&F and school run canteens: Complete the Standard Menu Check Application Form at: Standard Menu Check Application form
Licensed canteens:
Please read the ‘Understanding
the Menu Check Service –
Information for licensed
providers’ fact sheet.
If you operate less than two
canteens you may choose to
use the Standard Application
Form Standard Menu Check
Application form
If you operate more than two
school canteens you are
advised to use the Master
Menu Application Form.
Mimosa Public School
Turramurra High School
Waitara Public School
Neutral Bay Public School
Newport Public School
Eastwood Heights Public School
Beacon Hill Public School
Forestville Public School
Hornsby Girls High School
Normanhurst West Public School
Lindfield Public School
Hunters Hill Public School
Thornleigh West Public School
Beecroft Public School
Allambie Heights Public School
Asquith Public School
Wahroonga Public School
Manly Village Public School
Meadowbank Public School
Cherrybrook Public School
Wakehurst Public School
Cherrybrook Technology High School
NSLHD Health Promotion Service Supporting schools in Ku-ring-gai, Hornsby, Ryde, Lower North Shore and the Northern Beaches
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CANTEEN NEWS AND EVENTS
Swap for Good Northern Beaches Council has launched Swap for Good, a program to provide support to businesses, including school canteens, to make the change away from single use plastics. The program includes information, education, resources, supplier lists and events and networking. For more information visit: www.northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au/services/rubbish-and-recycling/single-use-plastic-reduction/swap-good-business-program
Free Webinar – A guide to a plastic free school canteen Join Sherene LaGasse from Foodnasties & Plasticnasties
in a free webinar (presented by Northern Beaches
Council) to find out how you can move forward in your
school canteen without the use of single-use plastics.
In this webinar, Sherene will be sharing information
and experiences of schools that are already plastic-
free. She will cover how it was done, challenges,
solutions and initiatives that you will be able to put in
place to start reducing plastics in your
canteen. Sherene has been working with school
canteens (primary and high school) for over 7 years and
has developed systems for greater sustainability.
Following the presentation, Sherene will be answering
your questions and troubleshooting to provide
solutions.
When: Tuesday 19 November
Time: 6.30pm-7.30pm followed by Q&A time
Where: Online (instructions to follow)
Price: Free
Q&A: You are encouraged to ask questions on the night or email them prior to the webinar
Registrations essential: Register online
If you have any questions about the event or the Swap
for Good program, please do not hesitate to contact at
If you would like to know more about other Waste
Education events, including the outdoor screening of
2040 , information can be found here.
Healthy Kids Expo 2019 The bi annual Healthy Kids School Canteen Expo was recently held in Rosehill. Over 350 canteen staff from around NSW attended to see and taste all the latest products available for school canteens that comply with the new canteen strategy requirements. There was also cooking demonstrations by canteen managers, Tim Cullen (a MasterChef contestant), and Kathy who hosts the Kathy’s Kitchen facebook page to inspire other school canteens. The NSLHD team attended the Expo and connected with Northern Sydney schools there. It was a fun and rewarding day with many positive ideas on offer to support school canteens.
What’s NEW? Healthy Kids Association (HKA) has a What's New page. Each month they list new products that have been registered in the NSW Buyers’ Guide. Need some menu inspiration? Check out these NEW Grain-based snack recipes from HKA: https://healthy-kids.com.au/grain-based-snacks/
NSLHD Health Promotion Service Supporting schools in Ku-ring-gai, Hornsby, Ryde, Lower North Shore and the Northern Beaches
www.nshealthpromotion.com.au www.twitter.com/nshealthprom