Term 2 Week 8 15 June 2020

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Friday June 19 is our Mufti Day -for Michelago Events cancelled or postponed. Revised dates will be posted once the

relevant restrictions are lifted.

MOBILE PHONE FOUND ON PURCHASE ROAD - MONDAY MORNING 15.6.2020 Please give details to the office if you think this may be yours

CAN YOU HELP US TO TEACH THE CHILDREN SAFE ROAD BEHAVIOURS? IT COULD PREVENT AN INJURY OR EVEN SAVE A LIFE!

No matter how busy we are, there is always enough time to keep children safe. We teach the students about road safety at school, but at the end of the day, they will model what they see their mums and dads doing. Happily, the vast majority of grown-ups around our school do consistently model safe behaviours.

Here is part of a lesson about being a safe pedestrian. You can support us by reinforcing safe behaviours with your children. Travelling to and from school is a great opportunity to talk to your children about how they can keep safe on the roads. Please never teach the children the wrong thing by modelling unsafe behaviours, even when in a hurry. It’s when we are in a hurry, that many accidents happen.

FROM THE PRINCIPAL

THE CALENDAR

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Mrs Leonie Black Principal

‘Mufti for Michelago’ this Friday 19 June

FROM THE DEPUTY PRINCIPAL

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When Term 1 commenced this year, much of NSW was in crisis due to bushfires that ravaged communities. Indeed, sadly, some families suffered loss of life and property. Schools were closed, as bushfires threatened or destroyed buildings. We gave thanks that our school community remained safe. In Term 1, the NSW Primary Principals’ Association began organising an initiative, where schools not impacted by bushfires, could lend their support to other schools. At that time, we ‘raised our hand’ to help. John Purchase PS was buddied with Michelago Public School. Sadly, shortly afterwards, the Covid pandemic then interfered with our philanthropic plans.

As we return to a new ‘normal’ and try to re-establish lives, hopes and dreams, it may be a good time to think about something other than Covid-19. So, planning for a mufti (out-of-uniform) day for Michelago PS has begun! Michelago Public School is an integral part of the small village community of Michelago, situated 50 kilometres south of Canberra. It has 38 students. School principal, Claire Plummer, has conveyed these reflections to me:

Michelago families did not suffer as much from properties and homes destroyed due to the fires, although some properties had outlying infrastructure, such as fences and out-buildings damaged. The impact (of the bushfires) was strongest from the point of view of mental health and wellbeing; the trauma caused by such uncertainty and the gravity of the situation, with many families having to evacuate during this time.

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The Michelago community has suggested to us, that building a “lovely little garden area” would be a calming, peaceful project - something of beauty out of the chaos. We would like to support them in this project. Let’s help Michelago Public School build a rose garden, by holding a mufti (out-of-uniform) day for John Purchase PS students, this Friday 19th June. All gold coin donations will be donated to this initiative. Michelago Public School is pictured in these two images below.

Attendance at School Regular attendance at school is essential for your child to achieve his or her educational best and increase career and life options. We work in partnership with parents to encourage and support regular attendance of our students. When your child attends school every day, learning becomes easier and your child will build and maintain friendships with other children. It is concerning that many students are regularly arriving late to school, which is very disruptive to class routines. Please allow enough time in the mornings for your child to be at school, in time for the commencement of class, at 8:55am. Students who arrive after this time, must report to the office in the first instance, with a note of explanation from a parent (due to adult social distancing requirements in place). When students arrive late without explanation, our administrative staff will email parents concerned. Late arrivals are recorded as partial unexplained absences, unless an explanation is received. The importance of arriving at school on time:

• ensures that students do not miss out on important learning activities scheduled early in the day • helps students learn the importance of punctuality and routine • gives students time to greet their friends before class • reduces classroom disruption

Lost Property As parent access to the school has been restricted this term due, to adult social distancing measures, a selection of the students’ lost property will be brought to the Purchase Road footpath outside Gate 3, for parents to check. Parents are encouraged to look through the containers, when on display outside Gate 3.

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How to Access Your Child’s School Report Online Your child’s school report will be available online, at the end of this term, via the John Purchase Parent Portal (pictured below). Parents who have already registered in 2019, do not have to repeat the process. These prompts will assist the registration process: Step 1 – Access ‘Communication Notes and Forms’ from the JPPS website

Step 2 – Access ‘Parent Websites’ from the JPPS website

Step 3 – Access ‘Parent Portal for School Reports’ from the JPPS website

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Step 4 – Access ‘Get registered’ to set up your private account and password

Our School Expectations

This week’s expectation is:

Responsibility: Be punctual to school. Lessons begin at 8:55am.

Congratulations to the students who have demonstrated our school expectations of RESPECT, RESPONSIBILITY or who have tried to ASPIRE.

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Purchase Pride Badge (10 Purchase Prides)

When students receive ten Purchase Pride awards (pictured above), these should be left in Mrs King’s ‘award shelf’ in the administration corridor. The ten awards need to be bundled together and clearly labelled with the student’s name and current class. At this stage, Purchase Prides will continue to be presented in classrooms, as no assemblies are being held at 8:55am. Congratulations to the following recipients: Dhiya (3/4LJ), Tvishu R (4M), Luke B (1C), Max (1M), Harrison (1C), Neal (2N), Sehansa (4L), Justin (1C), Navithu (1M), Jacob (2M), Ellie M (2N), Florence L (3CR), Isabelle C (3S), Thomas W (1F), Ray (4L), Tvisha (4M)

What do I do with my Class Awards?

When a student has received ten green/white class awards (pictured above), they should be handed in to Mrs King’s ‘award shelf’ in the administration corridor. The ten class awards need to be bundled together and clearly labelled with the student’s name, current class and award level reached: 10 Class Awards = Bronze 20 = Silver 30 = Gold 40 = Bronze Medallion 50 = Silver Medallion 60 = Gold Medallion 75 = Platinum Medallion and Principal for the Day! A clear, snap lock bag is ideal for this purpose!

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Please note: following updated DoE guidelines received on 11 June, modified, special assemblies will be implemented this term. A brief, K-6 assembly (students only) will be held next Thursday 25 June to acknowledge our Silver and Gold Award winners. A Principal’s Morning Tea (students only) for Bronze Award winners, will be held on Tuesday 30 June (Week 10). Due to Covid restrictions, individual (not shared) morning tea refreshments, will be on offer. GOLD AWARD (30 CLASS AWARDS) Congratulations to: Mitchell W (4-O)

Mrs Adela King Deputy Principal

ICAS About: The International Competitions and Assessments for Schools (ICAS) is an independent, quality skills-based assessment program which rewards and recognises achievement. ICAS gives you broad insights into your child’s performance across English, Mathematics and Science. ICAS (sometimes referred to as the UNSW assessments) has been developed by Educational Assessment Australia (EAA) since 1981. This year the ICAS exams will be conducted online. Students in Years 3, 4, 5 and 6 may sit these tests at John Purchase PS. Note that these tests are held before school hours, at 7:45am on the dates below. If your child is sick or late on the day, there are no make-up test dates offered.

Subject Exam date Payment due before

Science Wednesday 19 August 2020 Monday 10 August 2020

English Wednesday 26 August 2020 Monday 17 August 2020

Mathematics Wednesday 2 September 2020 Monday 24 August 2020 To learn more about ICAS go to www.eaa.unsw.edu.au/icas/about Registration and Payment of Fees To enrol your child in ICAS, please complete the online registration form and payment outlined:

1. Visit https://shop.unswglobal.com.au/ 2. Create a log in on the parent tab 3. Go to "Parent Payment System" 4. Click on the link to the parent page link and enter the school code: DOV842 5. Enter the students name and ICAS paper 6. Click proceed this will take you through to payment

FROM THE TEACHERS

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Please note that this year John Purchase Public School will not be accepting any payments for ICAS.

All payments are to be made directly to UNSW Global using the online parent payment system.

PLEASE NOTE NO LATE ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED.

Should you have any queries about the examinations please contact Mrs Michelle Martinez

KINDERGARTEN 2021

With the year flying by it is time to start thinking about Kindergarten enrolment for 2021.

If your child will be beginning at John Purchase Public School next year please contact the front office via phone ((02) 9875 3100) or email (johnpurch-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au) to add your details to our Kindergarten 2021 database.

Dates and details regarding information evenings and transition will be provided in the coming months.

Thank you Mrs Danielle Musgrove

ATTENTION YEAR 4 PARENTS – OPPORTUNITY CLASSES (O.C.) IN 2021

There have been some changes to the Opportunity Class (O.C.) placement process this year due to the COVID-19 situation. This includes a change to the dates for online applications. As mentioned to Year 4 parents in a separate email, there are new dates for applications. Parents must apply online between 9 June 2020 and 26 June 2020. Late applications cannot be accepted. The new test date is Wednesday 16 September. Places will be offered to students based on the results of this test. For further information and to apply go to https://education.nsw.gov.au/public-schools/selective-high-schools-and-opportunity-classes/year-5.

An intention to apply form was emailed to parents of Year 4 students last Monday. If you have not received this, please contact the school office or Mr Johnson. While parents must apply online before Friday 26 June, they should also let the school know their child is applying, by returning the intention to apply form that was emailed to Year 4 parents.

Online Safety Resources for Parents

For more information contact School-Link (02) 8877 5325

Developed by School-Link, Child and Youth Mental Health Service May 2020 ©

https://www.esafety.gov.au/parents

Advice for parents to help children have safe experiences online

https://raisingchildren.net.au

Information on media and technology safety for different age groups

https://aifs.gov.au/cfca/topics/cyberbullying-and-online-safety

Evidence based information and resources on cyberbullying and online

safety

https://parents.au.reachout.com

Information for parents on technology use and cyberbullying

https://kidshelpline.com.au/parents

Information for parents on cyberbullying, social media and safety

https://www.internetsafeeducation.com

Information and courses for parents on internet safety

http://www.cybersafetysolutions.com.au

Information and courses for parents on internet safety

Online safety is paramount to keeping children and young people safe.

Parents and carers can play a key role in their children and adolescent’s

mental health and wellbeing by ensuring steps are taken to regularly

monitor and supervise your child or young person’s online presence.

Helpful Tips for Parents and Carers

Educate yourself to become familiar with the online activities your

children engage in

Supervise and regularly monitor your children’s online activities.

Keep a look out for inappropriate or harmful content and any

change or unusual behaviour in your child.

Empower children and young people to use the internet safely and

educate your children on internet safety

Report prohibited or inappropriate material to the eSafety Hotline

References:

1. Robinson, E. & Carlow, M. (2018). Online Safety. CFCA Resource Sheet– April 2018. Retrieved from https://aifs.gov.au/cfca/publications/online-safety

Online Safety Resources and Websites

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FROM THE CANTEEN Sushi - Good news! Sushi will be back on the menu from the beginning of Term 3.

Volunteers - Just a reminder that unfortunately we are not allowed volunteers back in the canteen at the moment. We are hoping this will change soon as we miss our lovely mums/nanas! We will let you know when this changes.

Popcorn - Unfortunately we have had to increase the price of popcorn again. We have had to change to a new brand of popcorn which is a more expensive brand as the Koala brand is no longer being made. Apologies for this increase but it is out of our hands.

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