From the Principal

This week:

Working bee before the big movie night

Book Week

Uniform

Rule of the Week

Working bee before the big movie night

As part of the community celebrations of the Kincumber

Festival, our school is hosting an outdoor cinema event. I

was excited to hear that Despicable Me was chosen to be

screened. I‟ve lost count of the times I‟ve enjoyed watching

it with my grandsons when they have had a sleepover – but

I bet they‟ll want to come with me to see it again on a big

outdoor screen. Thanks Janine (Roberts) from our P & C for

organising the night for us. There‟s posters and flyers

advertising all the details including online booking.

To get the school looking its best before the big screening,

our general assistant, Larry, has organized a working bee

this Sunday morning. If you have some spare time, some

sturdy boots and tools to help move mulch it will be greatly

appreciated.

Book Week

Mrs Judd, our teacher/librarian, has been hard at work in

the library with Book Week and the Book Fair. Thank you to all the parents and children who have supported the Book

Fair, Megan Cranney for helping Donna and to the teachers

for working hard in class time to get the story-boards ready

for the Book Week Parade today.

Although I couldn‟t be there, (and I‟m writing this newsletter on Wednesday night on my laptop at home because I‟ll be at

the district athletics carnival at Mingara on Thursday), I‟m sure the children will get a lot out of this activity. The theme

for Book Week this year is “Champions Read” and I‟m proud to say we are a school of champions!

Uniforms

As a rule, the wearing of uniform at our school is

consistently high. Just lately, there has been a lapse in our

usual good standard. Black leather shoes or white joggers for sport, legionnaires or broad brimmed hats and black

track-pants or shorts are uniform. There have been a large number of Raben-style canvas slip-on shoes in a rainbow of

colours, black leggings and skinny black jeans or baseball cap-style hats being worn.

Essential to us maintaining our good reputation in the

community is the wearing of school uniform. There will be a uniform blitz next week with letters going home to those

children out of uniform with no good reason. Please contact me if this poses a problem for you.

Rule of the Week

This week‟s rules are about movement between classes.

Teachers and students practised and talked about the following expectations that relate to our school‟s four values

of Care, Courtesy, Cooperation and Commonsense.

The reason for these rules is so that students are able to

walk safely between rooms without disturbing or

interrupting other students and teachers. Being prompt

allows lessons to start on time.

Hope you had a great week at our great school!

Trish Peters

Principal

KE Bella Harvey 1E Lily Fardon 2A

No stars this week.

3K

No stars this week. KLW Rory Kearns 1G Teah Miller 2C 3M

KP Nathaniel Thomas 1H Jackson Barnes 2E 3S

1T Thomas Nicholls 1K Emma Ruthen 2J 3W

Library No star this week 1L Lily McCabe Lunchtime Activity Star Josh Siely

Calendar

AUGUST 18-24 Book Week: “Champions Read”

FRIDAY AUGUST 31

Book Week Performance

„Wake Up and Read‟

Permission notes to be returned by

August 29.

FRIDAY AUGUST 31 Fathers Day Stall

AUGUST 27 -

SEPTEMBER 7

School Swimming Scheme

WEDNESDAY

SEPTEMBER 5

Kindystart information night 7.00pm

for kindergarten students 2013.

SATURDAY

SEPTEMBER 8

P & C Movie Night

From 6.00pm

WEDNESDAY

SEPTEMBER 12 ES1 Reptile Park Excursion

Care Courtesy Cooperation Common

Sense

Go directly to

where you are going

Walk quietly Be in the right place

at the right time Leave the playground

quickly so that lessons

are not held up

Arrive on time Have the correct

equipment Stay in your

lines

Walk Stay on the path Be prompt Walk quietly Keep to the left Collect your belongings

and school equipment

P & C meet the third Monday of every month, 7.00pm - President P&C: Sam Cardy

Avoca Drive, Kincumber 02 4369 1544

www.kincumber-p.schools.nsw.edu.au

Email: kincumber-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Thursday 23 August,

Guitar

Students -

Please note

NO LESSONS NEXT

WEEK (WK 10)

Due to teacher

illness

Class Item by 2A

Being Book Week, 2A have written a small item about their favourite book.

The Amelia Jane Collection - This book is my all time favourite. I could never live without it. My favourite character is Amelia Jane because she is cheeky and naughty (like me).

Jordana

Space - I loved this book because it is about what I like. This book is truly amazing. It has tones of true facts. I liked this book because it has a great setout. Riley

The Grim Grotto - My favourite book is called the Grim

Grotto and it‟s author is Lemony Snicket. I love this book because it is full of mystery and it describes things really well. The way the book is set out is really good. Anya

The War Of The Worlds - This book really inspires me. It is

about the Martians invading the Earth. It is very fascinating. Juliet

The Fashion Disaster - My favorite book was The Fashion Disaster. I loved this book because the author is Carolyn

Keene. She is a bit famous. Natalia Sink or Swim - I loved Sink or Swim because I like swimming

and it is really exciting to read. It also inspires me to not give up and to keep trying. When I read Go Girl books I always look

forward to reading the next one. Mikayla

Nanny Piggins - I like Nanny Piggins because her hobby is eating chocolate things. Nanny Piggins is a flying pig. She was shot out of a cannon. Samantha is a worried girl. She is

normally the first to suggest something. Michael is the young-est and doesn‟t do much. Caitlin

Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban - I chose this book because it is an entertaining book. This book is sooooo

amazing and it is also a movie which I really liked. The magic looks so life like. Mark

Feathers For Phoebe - I was amazed about Feathers for Phoebe because it has great colorful pictures. It was an

awesome book about a bird that wants to be noticed by other birds. He wants bright colorful feathers. Katie

Heidi - My book Heidi is an adventurous book that has been told over and over for people that love it. I loved this book

because of how mysterious it is and because of the good girl named Heidi. This book is filled with goodness and laughter

for the people who read on and on like me. Layla Selby Surfs - I liked Selby Surfs because it‟s about a talking

dog that can do all sorts of things. That is why I like this book. Tyler

Geronimo Stilton the Kingdom Of Fantasy - I love this book because it makes me feel like I‟m on an adventure. I feel

free when I read it. I like it because I feel so warm each night. Kyte

Horrible Histories - Villinous Victorians - Last term this book helped me to learn because we were learning about that

sort of stuff. This book is one of my favourite books because it has lots of humorous things in it. My favourite character in

this book is the Queen. Kate

Alice Miranda at School - I chose this book because it is an interesting book and a very good book. I love this book because it is a different kind of book to lots of others. Holly

Snuggle Pot and Cuddle Pie - I chose this book because it is

a good book. Sometimes it is funny and it is also cute. I love this book, it is my favourite book and it has a complication but they fix it all so everything is good. It is soooooo cute! Amy

Gibblewort the Goblin - I liked this book for how funny and

dumb it is. Gibblewort goes to different places in Australia in each book. Jack

Class Item by 2A

The Wishing Chair Collection - My favourite thing in this book was when the children met Chinky the Pixie. The book was made full of fantasy for children. The author Enid Blyton is quite famous. Ellie

EJ12 Girl Hero Hot and Cold - I loved reading this book because it

took my mind on an adventure and it made me think what happens next. I always looked forward to reading the next chapter before going to bed. EJ12 is an under 12 detective she has lots of adventure

in heaps of different places. Tyla W

My Dad - My favourite book is called „My Dad‟, it was made by my nan last year. I love this book because it‟s about my dad. I like it because I don‟t see my dad that often. Ella

Conspiracy 365 - I like this book because it has lots of action and

cool stuff. I so like this book and I like reading. Daniel Naughtiest Girl in the School - I loved this book because it‟s funny

and it has lots of wonders. My favourite character is Elizabeth the naughtiest girl. She plays a lot of pranks. Sarah

Alice in Wonderland - Lewis Carroll‟s book Alice in Wonderland is

full of mystery. I love the talking caterpillar that gave advice to Alice. I have read this book over and over again and I never get tired of it, unlike some books that are so predictable and you always know what

is going to happen next. Laura

Fatal Forces - I loved this book because it has a whole load of facts in it. Jye

Gibblewort the Goblin - I liked this book because it‟s funny. This book is my favourite. Rowan

On the 17th of August the library monitors had the opportunity

to go to the Our Lady of Rosary School for a book week library monitor luncheon. At this luncheon, we had the opportunity to

meet new people from other schools, and also had the opportunity to meet an amazing author, Deborah Abela.

Some of her books are in our library and also at the Book Fair. She has many different and adventurous books that you will

love. She taught us so many new writing skills and also gave us so many new ideas. At the end of the day, we had the

opportunity to get some of our school library books and we were able to purchase her new book called Grimsdon. It is full

of exciting adventures between smart and adventurous

children. If you want to read some of her books, go to the library. We have plenty for you to choose from.

Thank you to the parents who drove us there on this day. We would also like to thank Mrs Judd for taking the

time to come to this luncheon with us. Alyssa Riding

Library Monitor 2012

„KINTEEN‟ - CANTEEN ROSTER

WEEK 7, TERM 3

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U N I F O R M S H O P H O U R SU N I F O R M S H O P H O U R SU N I F O R M S H O P H O U R S WEDNESDAY 2.00PM TO 3.00PM

TUESDAY & THURSDAY 8.30AM TO 9.30AM

Don’t forget to use our online ordering, a great way to order your

children’s recess and lunch.

Fleximeals on line: www.fleximeals.com.au

If you would like information on how Fleximeals works please call

Linda the school’s canteen manager.

Monday August 27 Aimee

Tuesday August 28 All good

Wednesday August 29 Wendy

Thursday August 30 Michelle

Friday August 31 Jo

DON’T FORGET THE WORKING BEE

THIS SUNDAY AUGUST 26 - FROM 8.00 AM

Can you spare a couple of hours to help spread mulch

around the school gardens. If you have a ute and a box trailer it would make the job much easier.

If you can help out can you please let the office know. Morning tea provided.

See you there and don‟t forget to bring shovels and wheel barrows.

Thank you

Gonski could be great for our school

Have your heard about the findings of the Gonski Review? Well, potentially it is very good news for our school and our students.

Headed by senior businessman David Gonski, the review was the most comprehensive national investigation of school

funding in almost 40 years. It found not only was the current funding system broken but Australia is investing far too little in

schools. The lack of funding is having significant consequences for

students with widening gaps between what students achieve in disadvantaged areas compared to those in wealthy areas.

Gonski said a major funding increase for public schools and (some private schools) is urgently required to ensure a high quality education for all.

That increase translates to an average of $1,500 per student

extra per year in public schools. If we were to receive that amount it would mean an additional $645 000 in our budget. For our school, additional money would be spent in the areas

we know make a real difference for students such as smaller class sizes, more individual assistance for students with

particular needs and additional staff. The problem is that, despite the positive response from all

education sectors to the report, there has been no commitment by either the Federal Government or the Opposition in Canberra

to the new system or the additional funding. The Australian Education Union, which represents teachers and

principals, is running a national campaign to get a commitment to the funding and new laws passed based on the Gonski

recommendations before the end of 2012. If you would like to see additional resources flowing to our

school, you can register your support at the Australian Education Union‟s campaign website

www.igiveagonski.com.au . Alternatively, if you would like to contact our federal MP Deb-

orah O‟Neill directly you can do so at 4322 1922.

You can also find out more about the Gonski Review at the

Federal Government‟s website http:/www.schoolfunding.gov.au/

MacMasters Beach SLSC

Open Day Sunday August 26

10.00am to 4.00pm

Registration Dates; Sunday August 26

10.00am to 4.00pm Sunday September 9

10am – 2pm

Enquiries; Karen Trenholme 0417 676 229

YMCA UPDATE

Dear Parents,

Once again, the interest level for Vacation Care at

Kincumber has been extremely low. With this in mind we have decided to not proceed with our Holiday Adventure

Program for the upcoming school holidays at Kincumber.

Many of our Kincumber families have utilised our Wamberal and our Niagara Park services in the past and

we look forward to sharing some Holiday Adventures to-gether again this September/October.

Kind Regards

Natasha Millard

Children’s Services Coordinator

OPEN DAY

Sunday August 26 11.00am to 2.00pm

Registration Dates

Sunday August 26 11.00am to 2.00pm

Sunday September 16 10.00am to 12 noon

Enquiries; Jo Richards 0410 523 564

www.macmastersbeachslsc.com

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