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28th August 2020 - Term 3 Week 6

Dear Parents and Carers, Unfortunately due to the present circumstances we will not be holding a Father’s Day breakfast this year. However, our hard working P&C have been able to continue with the Father’s Day Stall tradition. Please check out what is for sale on the Flexischools app. Thank you to all volunteers who have been busy preparing for the sale. Thank you also for your ongoing support through our Facebook page. The recent posts show-ing what is happening in our classrooms has seen our statistics go through the roof. Last week we had over a 400% increase in the number of people liking our posts. For the last 7 days we have had 2832 interactions which is 143% increase. It is great to see our community taking such a keen interest in what is happening in our classrooms.

SASS Recognition Week – This week we celebrated SASS Recognition Week by thanking all of our wonderful support staff. We are so lucky at KVPS to have such an amazing team of professionals who go above and beyond what is expected of them each and every day. Thank you to our fantastic office staff Mrs Grant, Mrs Gifford

and Ms Jackson for guiding us through such a difficult year and

always putting the needs of our students and parents first.

Thank you to our super Student Support Officers Mrs Baker,

Mrs Mace, Mrs Hessel, Mrs Stack, Mrs Travis, Mrs Stokes, Mrs

Korff, Mrs Tyson, Ms Davies and Ms Judd; we appreciate the

wonderful work you do with our students, we couldn’t be without

you!

Thank you to our sensational General Assistant Mr Boon for

looking after our huge grounds and making sure everything is

always neat and tidy and finally, Mr Daniels our technical whizz

who looks after all the technology in the school ensuring everything

is running smoothly.

Our very kind and thoughtful P&C have spoilt our SASS staff too.

What a great school community we have.

Each and every one of you has a special place in the heart of

KVPS – thankyou!

New Good Ted – This week we introduced our K-2 classes to

the newest member of the PBL team, Good Ted. Good Ted has

spent this week working with Ms Train in Orange.

For those who don’t know, in the Friday assembly one class wins

the right to have Good Ted visit them for the following week. The

class is chosen by a member of the school executive team who

have noticed them doing amazing things throughout the week.

I know this week Good Ted has been very impressed with the

quality of work all students have been doing in Orange. He has

particularly noticed Matilda, Caelan and Deacon who have been

superstar writers!!

Keep up the great work Orange!

I wonder who Good Ted will be visiting next week?

School Upgrade – This week the work on the entrance to the school has really picked up and the site is beginning to take shape. I know we have lots of pre-schoolers (and parents) who are enjoying watching the diggers and trucks in the mornings and afternoons. I must thank Mr Hutchinson and Ms O’Neil who have shown great resilience this week with their offices backing onto the work site, I know at times they would have found the noise so loud they couldn’t hear themselves think! The good news is, weather permitting, the work will be completed for the beginning of Term 4.

ROAD SAFETY AT KILLARNEY VALE PUBLIC SCHOOL

ATTENDANCE AT KILLARNEY VALE SCHOOL

New Online Enrolment System - For those who

are yet to enrol, we are excited to announce the

new Online Enrolment System is now live. The

Online Enrolment System is designed to provide

flexibility for you to submit an enrolment

application online and at the time that best suits

you. The application can be accessed on all

browsers and mobile devices including iOS and

Android.

The online application process is currently restricted to: • Enrolments into local schools only • Children who are Australian citizens, New Zealand citizens or permanent residents • Children who live in NSW. We offer our support and encourage you to complete your application to enrol online. If, however, you

do not feel comfortable completing an application online, a paper copy will be available for collection

from the front office or can be downloaded from the Department’s website; https://education.nsw.gov.au/

public-schools/going-to-a-public-school

Bubblers – Just a reminder, as the current health advice is to avoid drinking water from bubblers, our

school bubblers are out of action. Please encourage your children to bring a water bottle from home

every day.

School Canteen – Our wonderful canteen supervisor Rhonda Wright has been very busy growing herbs and salad to use in the school lunches. We really are lucky to have such a health conscious, dedicated person looking after the food our children eat.

SCHOOL ATTENDANCE – It’s NOT ok to stay away

All children have the Right to an Education. Regular School attendance lets students develop a sense of belonging and builds important coping and friendship skills. Confident children are less likely to engage in anti-social behaviour. When students miss out on basic skills in the early years of school they may have learning problems in later years. In the long run, unsatisfactory attendance may affect the opportunities available to your child. Parents are required by law to ensure all children from 6 to 17 year olds are enrolled at and regularly attend school or are registered with the Office of the Board of Studies NSW for home schooling. Be on time. Be at school. That’s the rule!

Pedestrian Safety

Message

Never call to your children from across a road – teach them to wait until you cross and come to them.

CLASS ASSEMBLY AWARDS TERM 3 WEEK 5

Ruby Diesel Continued improvement in letter formation when writing sentences.

Emerald Byren Consistent effort during informative writing tasks.

Blue Mahli Being a STAR student in Blue!

Connie Being a kind and caring friend!

Green Brenden Using great strategies when adding numbers.

Tyler Fantastic improvements in independent writing.

Teal Nate Following instructions and working well in groups.

Eleanor Being helpful and kind to others in the classroom.

Red Baillie Creative paper plane poetry.

Cooper Being a STAR student in Red!

Yellow Aleeah Always striving to do her best.

Ava Working hard to improve her spelling.

Purple Breanna Working exceptionally hard in all areas.

Dallas Outstanding effort in spelling.

Orange Zayla Huge improvements in reading! Well done.

Liam Being a responsible class member.

Jade Emily Effort towards learning in literacy.

Otis Working hard to complete tasks.

Silver Taege Welcome to Silver.

Allirah Welcome to Silver.

Navy Leanne Excellent work in rounding to 5 cents when using money.

Matilda Working hard on producing quality work. Well done.

Aqua Michael Enthusiastic participation in groups.

Chloe Persistence during Mathematics.

Bronze Summer Outstanding effort when completing a group poster about Bats.

Jakson Being a helpful and productive group member when completing a Bat poster.

Coral Kade Improvement in all areas and an excellent role model for his peers.

Ethan A helpful member of Coral who always displays beautiful manners.

Pink Brock Excellent bookwork and improved independent work habits.

Jett A happy class member who contributes to class discussions.

Magenta Leroy Outstanding results in times tables challenges.

Tamara Great team work in Geography.

Lime Noah An entertaining persuasive news story about the 3 Little Pigs.

Kurtis An improved approach to learning.

Gold Elliot Outstanding effort and application to all subject areas.

Zack A STAR student who always tries his best.

CLASS ASSEMBLY AWARDS TERM 3 WEEK 6

Ruby Jack For demonstrating resilience when routines change.

Emerald Logan For showing compassion towards his peers.

Bodhi For showing compassion towards his peers.

Blue Amelia For trying her very best in all tasks!

Chantze Being a responsible and kind friend to everyone in Blue.

Green Beau For being a kind class member.

Bonny Excellent effort in maths activities.

Teal Sienna Working hard to improve in reading and writing.

Byron Working well in groups.

Red Montana Being a STAR student.

Tallan Being a helpful class member.

Yellow Seren For working hard in maths groups.

Murphy For improved confidence in writing.

Purple Sierra Being a proud and enthusiastic member of the Weaving Group.

Chaise Being a STAR student!

Orange Lily Being an all-round STAR student.

Aurora Being a responsible and helpful class member.

Jade Charley-May Extraordinary improvement in reading.

Georgia Being an exceptional STAR student.

Silver Lily Excellent effort in critical reading activities.

Alexis Impressive application in critical reading.

Navy Jacob Excellent work researching the European Wasp.

Kyah Excellent effort during math mentals this week.

Aqua Kantarli Impressive spelling results.

Hunter Great Improvement in the quality of his handwriting.

Bronze Brooklyn Always completing quality work and displaying leadership during group work.

Bryce Applying himself to mathematical tasks and achieving steady progress.

Coral Grace Improvement in bookwork and concentration.

Kyan Amazing persuasive writing about the rainforest.

Pink Nash An excellent dramatic performance.

Ashton Improved effort and application when completing tasks.

Magenta Daniel Excellent participation in the mock trial.

Eva Excellent participation in the mock trial.

Lime Tristan Showing a sensible and settled approach to learning.

Levi Settling into class Lime well and adapting to the new changes.

Gold Jordan Outstanding effort in Mathematics.

Eden Excellent effort and application to all subjects.

Killarney Vale Public School will be

taking part in Jersey Day 2020 on

Friday 4th September. Jersey Day is

about wearing your Favourite

Sporting Jersey to school to help

raise awareness about organ

donation and to show support for the

Donate Life network.

Please wear your favourite sporting

jersey to school on

Friday September 4

Michael Melville 0418 499 813

This student is a helpful, kind and caring student. She consistently demonstrates our STAR values. She is very responsible which

makes her an outstanding role model for other students both in the classroom and in the playground. This student takes pride in her

bookwork and completes tasks to a very high standard.

Well done Hannah!

This student is a kind and considerate class member who is always willing to lend a hand in the classroom and to others. She

consistently follows our STAR values and has a great attitude towards her learning.

Congratulations Aaliyah!

This student is an enthusiastic learner who has shown excellent growth in all subject areas. She has a great attitude towards

learning and is a trustworthy, responsible student.

Congratulations to Monique!.

Citizenship Award

Congratulations!

Dear Parents/Caregivers,

We know there are many families who are keen to find out about our Rising Stars program for Kindergarten enrolment 2021. If you know of any families planning to enrol their child in 2021, please pass this information on to them as they may not have contacted the school yet.

Due to circumstances beyond our control our Rising Stars Orientation program will run a little differently this year.

To ensure you do not miss out on any information released please:

Ensure you have liked our Facebook page. We will be uploading informational videos about our Rising Stars for 2021. These informational videos will be informing you about important transitional information and Best Start Assessments.

Keep a look out in the mail for packages that will be sent with updated information and optional activities for your child to complete.

October/November:

The Rising Stars team will be visiting pre-schools to establish positive partnerships with your child throughout Term 4. If your child attends a preschool please ensure that it is named on their enrolment form. If your child is not enrolled in preschool, do not worry, we will contact you to get to know a little more about your child.

If you have any concerns about your child or enquiries please ring our School Administration Office on 43881066, which is open daily from 8:30am – 3:00pm.

We are looking forward to a wonderful 2021 at Killarney Vale Public School!

This year has certainly been a different year for Year 6. But rest assured we are doing our best

to make their final year memorable.

A few things:

The Year 6 Farewell is booked at Diggers for Thursday, 10th December. The club is

governed by health authorities so more will be known closer to the date. Watch this space!

Year 6 Graduation Bears & Balls will be for sale again this year. An order form will be

coming home with year 6 students today.

Year 6 Fundraiser – The leadership team are organising a ‘COLOUR’ mufti day for Friday,

18th September. Posters will be displayed in classrooms.

Ministers are organising a colouring in competition, with winners announced on the mufti

day.

Ministers for sport and the house captains are going to organise ‘House Games’ for Week 9

As regulations change, the school will make plans to celebrate students in Year 6

Doug-Dennis and the Flyaway Fib – Darren Farrell

Darren Farrell’s Doug-Dennis and the Flyaway Fib is an extremely entertaining text, brought to life by vibrant colourful illustrations and humorous text. No matter the age of the reader, this text will always put a smile on your dial, while learning the moral of the story.

Our story commences, with our two main characters, Doug-Dennis and Ben-Bobby swinging on a swing in the park. With nothing much planned for the day, the two friends decide to visit the circus. On their way into see the performances, Doug-Dennis chooses to buy a chocolate bar, while Ben-Bobby selects a tub of popcorn. While the performance begins Ben-Bobby quickly realises that his tub of popcorn has suddenly disappeared. Worrying about who ate the popcorn, Ben-Bobby asks Doug-Dennis whether he knows who ate it, however, Doug-Dennis does something unexpected, he tells a fib! As the fib begins to grow in size, Doug-Dennis quickly gets carried away into space! While floating around, Doug-Dennis sees something few people have seen before! How will Doug-Dennis fix is fib and will he be able to float back down to Earth?

2020 Premiers Reading Challenge

This year all classes across K-6 were given the opportunity to participate

in the 2020 Premier’s Reading Challenge (PRC).

For K-2 students, the Challenge involved the Teacher Librarian

reading the nominated texts from the PRC list in Library/RFF lessons.

For 3-6 students, the Challenge involved students reading the

nominated books from the PRC list at home.

This year’s PRC Closes on Friday, 28th August.

All completed PRC Personal Reading Logs must be handed into Miss Taylor by Friday, 4

th September to ensure students’ PRC Reading

Records are finalised before Friday, 11th

September.