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Respect – Responsibility – Resilience

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 2019 TERM 3

WEEK 1

TERM 3 WEEK 8

WHAT’S ON

Monday 9 September

8am DIM Senior Band in Hall

8:20am ICAS Writing test – pre booked only

Spelling Bee Regionals

3:35pm Auskick

Tuesday 10 September

11.15am - 12.15pm Chess Lessons Library

2.40pm 3-6 Primary Assembly 3W Hosting

Wednesday 11 September

8am Senior Choir - cancelled

11:00am Australian Youth Choir Auditions

11.20am DIM Senior & Junior Strings

11.20am DIM Jazz Band in Demountable

PEP @ SSC Balmain

Thursday 12 September

8:15am Year 4 Narrabeen overnight excursion

PEP @ SSC Balmain

8.30am Greek & Italian Extension Classes

8.50am Junior Choir in 1H classroom

3.30pm - 4.30pm Stage 3 Code Club

Friday 13 September

3:20pm Year 4 Narrabeen overnight excursion

returns

8.00-8.40am Junior Band in Demountable

2.40pm K-2 Infants Assembly 2K Hosting HAT’S

WHAT’S AHEAD

16 September 8:20am ICAS English test 17 September 3-6 Primary Assembly 4A Hosting 18 September Stage 3 Gala Day @ Campbell Park 19 September ICAS Mathematics test 19 September Primary Proms stage 2 Kakadu concert 20 September K-2 Infants Assembly DIM K-2 Spotlight 23 September 8am DIM Breakfast – Senior band

24 September Stage 3 Performances - 1pm Matinee and

6pm Evening

26 September Dancefever Challenge

PRINCIPAL’S THOUGHTS

Honours in Tournament of Minds

Congratulations to our Tournament of Minds (TOM) teams who participated in the regional finals last Saturday at St Scholastica’s College. Our Arts and STEM teams met the challenges of the competition in both the prepared and spontaneous presentations representing the school with distinction. Congratulations especially goes to our STEM team who were awarded Honours behind the winning team from SCEGGS. Thank you to Ms Dean for organising the TOM program and coaching the Arts Team and Mr Sutton for coaching the STEM team and to all staff and parents who supported the TOM teams on the day. Spring Fete Update! The school P&C Fete committee is delighted to announce that $58,077 was raised at the recent 2019 Spring Fete. This is an amazing result and reflects the dedication and hard work of the school community in hosting such a spectacular event. Thank you again to everyone involved especially the parent volunteers and the fete committee namely: Fete Coordinator - Walid El-Khoury Stalls Coordinator - Joanne Giannichronis Food Stall Coordinator - Rebecca Hayden Activity Stall Coordinator - Chuck Ng Website - Hunter Beanland Sponsorship Leader - Sam Voukenas Sponsorship Leader - Corinne Mawson Sponsorship Operations – Victoria Stewart Sponsorship - Jennifer Ross Sponsorship - Christina Parass Sponsorship - Natasha Crook Sponsorship - Melissa Fernley

Drummoyne Public School Email: [email protected]

Rawson Ave, Drummoyne 2047 Phone: 02 9181 2636 or 02 9181 1927

Events - Mel Spencer Licencing and Notification - Kathryn Andrews Logistics - Matt Otaran Treasurer - Martina Kelly Communications - Angela Bains Graphics Designer (PR) - Hunter Beanland/Kirsty Bush Social Media - Kirsty Bush The funds raised will be allocated to the next stage of the playground upgrade and to school enrichment and support programs. Green Form Enrolments for 2019 – All Families Thank you to every family that has completed the green enrolment form sent home in recent weeks. To enable the school to plan classes for next year, we would like every family to return the enrolment form to school by Monday. This includes families who are remaining at the school and those who may be leaving us. Families with Year 6 students only are not required to return the form. With best wishes for the week ahead, Brian J Dill PRINCIPAL

FROM THE DEPUTY’S DESK

Class 4P have created very impressive artworks inspired by Andy Warhol. Andy Warhol is known for his bright, colourful paintings and prints of subjects ranging from celebrities including Marilyn Monroe and Mohammed Ali, to everyday products such as cans of soup and Brillo pads. But behind these iconic images are some surprising approaches and ideas.

Their colourful representations have brightened our hallways!

Dianne Colb DEPUTY PRINCIPAL

FESTIVAL OF CHORAL MUSIC

Senior choir at the Opera House On Tuesday evening our senior choir joined with 21 schools across NSW to sing as members of the 700 strong NSW combined Public School's choir in the concert hall of the Sydney Opera House. It was a magical evening and I would like to especially thank every student for their commitment this year to meeting the high expectations of the choral director Mr Ian Jefferson. Each Wednesday morning these students have worked to refine their tone and learn the repertoire after successfully auditioning last year. Our students learnt under the expert guidance of conductors from the Department of Education's Arts Unit. The choir was accompanied by a wonderful orchestra and for some pieces, a stage band. This was a wonderful experience and I was very proud of every student's enthusiastic contribution and outstanding behaviour. Thank you to our parents for



your support each week by ensuring our students attend rehearsals before school and for your support on Tuesday evening.

Leigh Russ ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL

Festival of Choral Music On the 3rd of September, Drummoyne’s Stage 3 Choir was one of the auditioned groups who participated in the Festival of Choral Music, at the Sydney Opera House. Accompanying us was Mrs Russ and Miss Champion. The performance took a lot of commitment from the teachers and students. We had weekly practices and attended a cluster rehearsal before the day and on the day of the concert. When the big night came all of the students were ready and excited. Many parents came to support the school and watch their children perform. Not only did parents come, our school principal Mr Dill also made a special appearance in the crowd. Overall we had a great night and were so lucky to have this opportunity. Thank you to Mrs Russ who helped us make the performance happen.

Zoe and Allegra 6W

PAPER PLANE CHALLENGE I felt really disappointed because I only reached a throw of 14 metres and 22 metres. I thought it was all over and I wouldn’t come a place. The opponents I was facing were all hitting at least 25 metres. But I had one more chance. I was starting to get high numbers and ranking up higher in the leader board from getting 39 metres on my last throw. But that was only just the qualifying throws so that didn't really matter that much. What did matter were the final throws to decide who comes 1st 2nd or 3rd in state. I achieved a final throw of 31.7 and ended up to coming 1st in state. It was a really fun experience and I highly recommend you do this next year.

Joseph Cutajar 6N

CHICKS HATCHING IN KA Last week KA were lucky enough to have 10 chirpy chickens hatch in their classroom.



STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT

Congratulations to Lexi Modena who represented our school as part of the Sydney East Regional AFL team. Sydney East finished 6th out of 13 teams. Lexi had a great tournament, scoring 3 goals.

STAGE 1 PERFORMANCE Last week I had the pleasure of attending the “Stage

One” concert at Drummoyne Public School. I thoroughly

enjoyed what was a very slick and fun concert based

around the theme of weather. Congratulations, to the

students and staff of DPS!

Mr Rod Megahey

DIRECTOR IRON COVE NETWORK



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TOURNAMENT OF MINDS

BOOST YOUR LEARNING

Minimise Distractions The easiest and most obvious way we can help to focus our attention is by reducing the amount of distractions in our environment. Distractions include mobile phones, social media and television. Multitasking should also be avoided, where possible. Although some people are convinced they can do two or more mental tasks equally effectively at the same time, research shows this isn't the case.

SCHOOL NEWS

Stage 3 Performance Tickets Tickets for both the 1pm & 6pm Stage 3 performances of ‘There is no Planet B’ are now available for purchase. Please order on the Trybookings website: https://www.trybooking.com/BFCXL

Lost Property Please clearly label your child’s hat, lunchbox, jumper etc with their full name so it can be returned to them by our year 6 volunteers. All unnamed and unclaimed lost property will be cleared regularly.

Safety Reminder - Scooters and Bikes Students who ride their bikes or scooters to school are reminded about our expectations:

Once at the school gate, please walk your bike or scooter to the courtyard via the K-2 ramp.

Please stand your bike and where possible, neatly store your scooter. Keep doorways clear.

Students riding bikes must wear a helmet.

Students riding scooters are also advised to wear a helmet.

Flu Season Hygiene With flu cases still on the rise, we would like to remind you that simple hygiene such as regularly washing hands will help stop the spread of the potentially deadly virus. Dr Vicky Sheppeard, NSW Health Director of Communicable Diseases, said while the flu vaccine is still

the best protection, simple hand hygiene is also important. “Basic hygiene can help prevent flu and other infections spreading in the community, so it’s really important to cover your coughs and sneezes, and wash your hands regularly,” Dr Sheppeard said. “If you are unwell with the flu, stay at home and minimise contact with other people if possible, especially those who are particularly vulnerable, such as young children and the elderly. Avoid visiting aged care facilities and child care centres until you have recovered.

School Opal Card reminder

Students are asked to tap on and tap off each time they use a school bus. This enables the Department of Transport to monitor bus use. Services may be cancelled if not enough students are using them.

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SCHOOL HOLIDAY DATES

Spring Vacation Monday 30 September – Friday 11 October 2019 No Staff Development Day for start of Term 4 Summer Vacation Thursday 19 December 2019 – Monday 27 January 2020 Staff Development Day Tuesday 28 January 2020 Autumn Vacation Monday 13 April – Friday 24 April 2020 Staff Development Day Monday 27 April 2020 Winter Vacation Monday 6 July – Friday 17 July 2020 Staff Development Day Monday 20 July 2020

AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES

Band – Monday and Friday am

Contact Directions in Music on 9662 2211

Keyboard & Guitar – Tuesday and Thursday pm

Contact David Koh on 9411 3122

Greek Classes – Monday, Tuesday, Friday pm

Contact Charoulla Themistocleous on 0411 137 266

ChiFUNese Class – Wednesday am

email [email protected] or call (02) 8006 8606

Turkish Language Class – Thursday pm

OmerCan 0418 695 766 Bahar 0475 738 726

Enrolment forms and detailed Information on

atatu rk.org.au/okul

COMMUNITY NEWS

(The following notices are listed as a service to the community but are not necessarily endorsed by the school)

We do a lot for our kids, because we love them and often they need us. But we forget that one of the best things we can do for our kids is to help them learn to do for themselves and for others.

Do you ask your kids to do chores, to help out on a regular basis? You would be surprised how many parents – who were raised doing chores – don’t ask the same of their kids. If you do give them chores, do you sometimes go behind them and redo the work when they’re done? Don’t! If it’s not done right, get your child to fix it.

When I ask why parents don’t give chores or why they don’t challenge their kids with hard things – and I do, all over the world – parents tell me it’s because kids are too… busy! They’re working their tails off on classwork, teams, clubs, groups, trying to excel at 100 different things! So adults are willing to take on every other responsibility in their lives in order to facilitate these goals. And it’s hurting kids.

We drive them everywhere – fewer teens are seeking drivers’ licences each year. We type their work, do their research and try to buy them anything they or we think might possibly increase their success. We solve every problem and bulldoze over every potential obstacle. And kids accept this as the natural order of things.

We are stepping in front of our kids, when in fact we should be stepping back and allowing our kids to step up.

It’s sounds like tough love, but it’s not. This is parenting. This is making sure that our kids, in just a few short years, don’t still need us to do everything for them. Our kids know that we are expert problem-solvers. Now it’s their turn to step up and learn to help themselves and others.

So how can we let kids step up? Here are a few tips you can try right now with kids of any age.

1. When your child or teen comes to you with a problem, don’t fix it. Say “You’re a good problem-solver. What do you think?” And then listen to the answer.

2. Expect them to fail, and talk about what they’ll do when (not if) that happens.

3. Give them tasks to do that help the whole family (not only themselves) and make sure they do them, until it’s done well. Be patient, but firm.

It’s crucial that you take a step back and let your kids make mistakes and learn from their experiences. You aren’t going to be there in adulthood to clear the obstacles they face or solve the struggles. They eventually will have to make decisions and find solutions on their own and they will be ill-prepared if they weren’t allowed to make those

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mistakes under supervision while you’re right there to show empathy and give support!

You may be thinking “but what if there’s an emergency and I have to jump in?” Well, first define emergency.

Two percent of the time, kids need an adult to jump in front of them and solve the problem. They need an adult to protect them from a life-threatening issue that overwhelms their internal resources such as when they experience bullying, mental health issues and eating disorders.

The other ninety-eight percent of the time kids need a compassionate adult to take an interest, from a distance, without fixing anything. So step back so that a child or a young person can step up and handle problems and dilemmas themselves.

You can attend our upcoming webinar, Step back so kids step up, at no cost!About the webinarChildren and teenagers are capable of so much more than they are often given credit for. Closing the expectation gap between what adults believe kids and young adults are capable of, and allowing them to create their own solutions to the challenges they face will greatly impact their resilience, and society as a whole. In this webinar, Dr. G will outline the practicalities of doing that, and the guiding principles that will make it possible.

WhenWednesday 18 September 2019 8:00pm AEST.

PriceThis webinar is $37 per person to attend, and is free of charge to families at schools that have a membership.

How parents can redeem the voucher1. Click this link: https://www.parentingideas.com.au/parent-resources/parent-webinars/webinar-step-back-so-kids-step-up2. Click ‘Add to cart’3. Click ‘View cart’4. Enter the voucher code STEP and click ‘Apply Coupon’ (valid until 18 October 2019). Your discount of $37 will be applied.5. Click ‘Proceed to checkout’6. Fill in your account details. These details are used to login to your account and access your parenting material7. Click ‘Place Order’

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30 August 2019

CRICKET NSW GALA DAY - STAGE 3 Dear Parents/Caregivers, WHEN: Your child will be participating in the Woolworths Cricket Blast School Cup run by Cricket NSW at Campbell Park Chiswick to be held on Wednesday, 18 September. Students will leave school at 8.45am – please note the early departure time and will return to school by approximately 2.45pm travelling by seat belted coach. COST: The cost of this day is $15.00 per student which covers the cost of the seat belted coach to the event. WHAT TO BRING: Students will need to bring morning tea, lunch, drinks, rain gear, something to sit on, sunscreen and hat. MEDIA PERMISSION: Cricket NSW intends to collate and share selected footage of participating school from the event via social media channels. If you consent to your child being included in this filming please indicate in the box below. Please complete the form below and return it to the Administration Office no later than Friday, 13 September. For your convenience payment can be made via POP. Sincerely

Leigh Russ Brian J Dill

Assistant Principal Principal ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

CRICKET GALA DAY PERMISSION NOTE: Cost: $15.00 per student I give permission for………………………………………………….………of class ………………. to attend the Cricket Gala Day and travel by bus to Campbell Park on Wednesday, 18 September.

Recent changes to my child’s medical requirements: (including medications).…………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. MEDIA PERMISSION:

□ I give permission for Cricket NSW to include my child in filming footage of the Woolworths Cricket Blast School

Cup and on social media.

□ I do not give permission for Cricket NSW to include my child in filming footage of the Woolworths Cricket Blast

School Cup and on social media. Signature of Parent/Caregiver: Date: For your convenience you can pay with the secure Parent Online Payment (POP) system on our school website under the MAKE A PAYMENT, no later than Friday 13 September. Alternatively you can pay with cash or cheque to the school office. Please write your POP receipt number here ________________. Please note that when paying online, a signed permission note is still required to be sent to school.

9th September 2019

Kindergarten Calmsley Hill City Farm Excursion Dear Kindergarten Parents and Caregivers, RATIONALE: Kindergarten students will be participating in an excursion to Calmsley Hill City Farm on Tuesday 15 October as part of our Science and Personal Development and Health units. The visit to the farm will include a cow milking and sheep shearing demonstration, a visit to the nursery to see the baby animals and a small walk to a fauna area of the farm where the children will see wallabies, kangaroos and possums. TIME: Students will depart from school at 8:55am and will return to school at approximately 3.15pm. Travel will be by chartered seat-belted bus.

Please note the early departure time of this excursion! WHAT TO WEAR: Students should wear school tracksuit, polo shirt, hat and joggers. Please bring recess, lunch and water in an excursion bag (available at the school uniform shop). COST: The cost of the excursion, which includes seat-belted coach fare and entry fee, is $40 per student. Each class will have a farmer guide and will be supervised by the class teacher and a learning support officer. Financial support is available to support families, if required please contact the office. On the day of the excursion, if your child is unable to attend due to sickness, please phone the office as soon as possible in the morning on 9181 2636.

Sincerely,

Becky Cantlay Brian J Dill

Assistant Principal Principal

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PERMISSION NOTE – Calmsley Hill City Farm COST: $40

I hereby consent to …………………………………………………………………………………………………. of class ………………… participating in the excursion to Calmsley Hill City Farm on Tuesday 15 October 2019 travelling by chartered seat-belted bus. This excursion has the approval of the Principal.

Recent changes to my child’s medical requirements: (including medications) ..…………………………………….………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Signature of Parent/Caregiver: Date: For your convenience you can pay with the secure Parent Online Payment (POP) system on our school website under the MAKE A PAYMENT, no later than 27th September. Alternatively you can pay with cash or cheque to the school office. Please write your POP receipt number here ________________

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