Dates to Remember

Dear parents,

WE ARE A PBL SCHOOL which MEANS THAT ALL COMMUNITY MEMBERS SHOULD ACT IN SAFE RESPECTFUL WAYS AT ALL TIMES

Road Rage, Car Hit Outside our School and Pedestrian and Bike Safety On Wednesday of this week we had two incidents at our school that could potentially have led to injury of students and/or parents. Please understand that as teachers, we have no jurisdiction over the road and how drivers use it – that is a community and police matter. As Principal I have on many occasions warned drivers that leaving cars running (sometimes with young children), standing cars illegally, or parking cars illegally may attract a large fine. I do this as a service and in the expectation and hope that all parents do the right thing so that all children are safe.

Incident 1- The first that was reported to the school involved a driver of a car becoming upset or angry at a driver who left their car and went to the kerb side to open the doors for her children. The driver of the car behind allegedly became abusive and after speaking to the first mother drove off.

Remedy – The use of the often called ‘kiss and drop’ area is clearly defined in RMS literature and the guidelines are included again in this newsletter. The rules are clear – drivers should follow them. Any parent/driver who sees or experiences any road rage incidents should try to remember the rego of the car/s involved and report the matter to the police. Obviously any images would assist in the report. Most importantly, no parent should model abusive language, anger, racism or any other anti-social behaviour to any child – not even their own!

Incident 2- The second incident involved a car ‘side swiping’ another during the morning peak period outside the school. Both drivers showed respectful and responsible behaviour and shared details and the damage to the cars can now be fixed. Most importantly, no child or parent suffered injury (other than the ‘fear’ of a crash).

Remedy – Our school has a 40km/ zone around it. This means 40km/h is a maximum. Drivers should be aware that when cars are parking, and people are crossing the street, it is probably wise to drive at a slower pace. Street signs that are in place are the signs we must all follow – even if we disagree with them they ‘signpost’ the law to us all. Drivers parking close to the crossing endanger students and other pedestrians by obscuring views and often, blocking the road. Please follow the advice on road signs.

Glendenning Public School

Safe, Respectful Learners

Term 3 Week 8 Thursday 12 September 2019 135 Armitage Drive, Glendenning. NSW. 2761 Ph: 9832 8555 Fax: 98329724 E: glendennin-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Fri, Sept 20 Year 6 Gala Day Fri, Sept 20 9am Payment Due – Dance Fever Thurs, Sept 26 School Disco

Pedestrian and Bike Safety - even innocent students can be harmed whilst they are doing the right thing – as shown by the death of the young child outside a Sydney school recently. Parents - just as teachers do - have a responsibility to teach children to use pedestrian crossings correctly – that means walking within the ‘zebra stripes’. Parents – please be responsible and set a good example for your children. Similarly, whilst we teach bike safety at school, riding a bike to school is a privilege – students who are seen to be acting in ways that are dangerous will lose the right to bring their bikes onto school grounds. Also, we had a concerned community member phone the school because she had seen two younger students (6-9yr olds) crossing Linde Rd at a dangerous point in the road – if you have two younger students who cross Linde Rd on their own each morning, please make sure they understand where and how to cross!

Monday Morning Assembly – is a fitting time for parents to join us. Lately, however, we seem to have a number of parents who wish to talk during the assembly. This is unacceptable. Monday morning is when we meet as a K-6 student group with all teachers. We want and appreciate when parents join us, but we need parents to display the value of being respectful by being quiet when students are quiet, standing for the national anthem, listening when announcements are made, removing noisy pre-schoolers until they are quiet and ensuring phones are switched to silent and not answered until you are away from the assembly area. Parents should also ensure pre-schoolers are either sitting with them or on the ground – they are not to be running around. Assemblies are for the students so we seek to ensure they are as good as they can be – the assistance of all parents in this would be a big help to everyone.

Would you Believe? After the sad news above, it would be good to end on a little lighter note. I offer two interesting insights from some of the students.

With respect to Apple Watches – This week a student asked a teacher, ‘Does Mr Meaney buy all of the teachers Apple watches?’ The teacher replied ‘Well, no, why do you ask?’ The student replied, ‘Well lots of teachers have them so I thought he bought them so you’d know the time.’

With respect to Excursions and electricity – On Monday morning a Yr6 student asked, ‘Mr Meaney, why do we have excursions?’ I explained that we have them for lots of reasons including getting students to places where they can experience different activities (like they do when on camp) or to see special things (such as going to the Powerhouse Museum, to Canberra and Parliament and so on). The student said, ‘Oh.’ I asked – ‘Why did you ask?’ The student replied, ‘I was talking to some Yr 3 kids and they said you had them so that you can pay the electricity bills.’

Let’s Celebrate!

The above graphs show the Average Scaled Growth and At or Above Expected Growth for Glendenning PS compared to other schools – for Yr 5 students. The first graph shows the various subjects and it is very rewarding to see that Glendenning PS has surpassed both schools in our area and schools across the state. The second graph is also a great result showing that GPS has more students achieving at or above the expected growth they were to show – that is, they have exceeded expectations of them in the subject areas shown. Well done to all students and teachers – these are great results and show why in recent years, Glendenning PS has been a desired school for many non-local students.

Doug Meaney

Principal

Stewart House Clothing Collection

Glendenning Public School is holding another clothing drive for Stewart House. If you have any good, clean, wearable clothing at home which you would like to donate to Stewart House please put them in the bag provided or any other plastic bag will do. Stewart House bags are to be left in the Admin Office foyer. The final date for all clothing bags to be returned is Thursday, September 26, 2019 NO bags will be accepted after this date. Thank you for your support.

When paying money to the office, please put full names and class on permission notes and payment envelopes. Also remember to fill out one note for each child attending the activity and place in the envelope with the money.

District Athletics Carnival,

Congratulations to all students who proudly represented Glendenning PS at the Blacktown District Athletics Carnival. All students were well behaved and showed a fantastic competitive spirit. We are extremely proud of you!

Mr Bamford, Miss Simmonds, Miss Cole and Miss Gaffey

Week 8 Messages

Who What Where

Miss Cole K-2 Glee Club, Lunch 1, Tuesdays Room 6

Miss Cole 3-6 Glee Club, Lunch 1, Thursdays Room 6

Mrs Colefax Stage 2 Dance - Lunch 1, Tuesdays Hall

Mrs Colefax Debating - Lunch 1, Mondays Room 7

Mrs Colefax SRC Meetings - Lunch 1, Fridays Room 7

Mrs Herben & Ms Summerrell

Stage 3 Dance - Lunch 1, Wednesdays Hall

Mrs Lindsay Playground PALS meeting, Afternoon Tea, Thursdays Room 15

Miss Donovan Junior Dance - Lunch 1, Thursdays Hall

Mrs Bateup Koori Club - Lunch 1, Monday Playgroup Room

Mrs Bateup Playgroup - Monday 2-3pm, Wednesday 9-10am, all welcome Playgroup Room

Miss Simmonds Stage 3 Ballroom Dancing- Lunch 1, Mondays Hall

Miss Herbert Kindergarten and Year 1 Art Club - Lunch 1, Fridays, Room 25

Miss Rontale Year 2 and Year 3 Art Club - Lunch 1, Fridays Room 11

Mrs Sciberras Years 4, 5 and 6 Art Club - Lunch 1, Fridays Room 15

Purple Day for Epilepsy Action Australia

This year Glendenning will be supporting Epilepsy Action Australia by hosting a Purple Day. Epilepsy is a medical condition that affects the brain. Approximately affecting 1-2% of the population has epilepsy.

Purple Day is a global initiative dedicated to raising epilepsy awareness. Purple Day was founded in 2008, by nine-year-old Cassidy Megan of Canada. Motivated by her own struggles with epilepsy, Cassidy started Purple Day in an effort to get people talking about the condition and to let those impacted by seizures know that they are not alone. She named the day Purple Day after the internationally recognised colour for epilepsy, lavender.

On Friday 27th September we will be having our own Purple Day. All students, teachers and parents are encouraged to dress in their best purple clothes for a gold coin donation. There will be an award for the best dressed of each class.

We can’t wait to see your amazing purple outfits and thank you for supporting this wonderful charity event.

STUDENT OF THE WEEK/VALUE OF THE WEEK Term: 3 Week: 5

Student of the Week Value of the Week

KB Emma S - Improved effort during writing activities. Nahin H - Respectful

KJ Karen G - A well thought out speech. Ibrahim S - Learner

KW Jeremy H - Improved attitude towards learning tasks Zeina S - Learner

K/1/2D Ramjot S - Displaying a positive attitude towards learning Kirsten C - Respectful

1A Selena A - Excellent effort in writing. Noah E - Respectful

1B Japleen K - Effort and improvement in all areas. Travis W - Respectful

1C Samar - Contributing to class discussions Arfa - Learner

1G Kiara M - Demonstrating inclusive behaviour on the playground. Eknoor K - Learner

2C Ayden T - Fantastic application to reading group tasks Pray P - Learner

2G Chelsea D - Demonstrating a commitment to learning in all tasks. Zara E - Respectful

2H Nimrat K - For respectful behaviour during the author visit. Sarmad R - Respectful

3/4C Japjit K - Exemplary effort applied to all tasks Dipak T - Learner

3K Sumayyah A - Her outstanding behaviour during our Book Week activities.

Jaden G - Learner

3M Lachlan M - Demonstrating excellent commitment in all areas Joel M - Respectful

3R Sehdave S - Demonstrating great understanding of concepts taught in Science

Kate R - Learner

4/5/6M Delilah A - Creating an amazing presentation on Seesaw for Geography.

Agammjot S - Respectful

4G Joshua FG - Using problem solving skills to solve open-ended maths questions.

Ardjuna S - Learner

4R Aarav P - Thoughtful analysis of visual literacy during reading groups Sienna G - Learner

5/6F Kirsten S - Working well in all areas Anbarin W - Learner

5L Abdullah I - Applying himself to all areas of learning Patricia P - Respectful

5S Pritish R - Consistently showing respect towards others. Khenav K - Learner

6B Zaida H - Working hard in all areas. Lachlan C - Respectful

6H Tejpartap M - Consistent effort during daily 6/9/12 tasks Sean M - Safe

STUDENT OF THE WEEK/VALUE OF THE WEEK

Term: 3 Week: 6

Student of the Week Value of the Week

KB Iraia T R - His efforts during all learning activities this week. Jency P - Respectful

KJ Jaxson M - His pleasing efforts, during writing tasks. Ivy N - Learner

KL Surveen L - Displaying a have-a-go attitude, during writing lessons. Jannah F - Learner

KW Eymen Y - Fantastic effort during writing tasks Shivali S - Safe

1A Quaide C - Improved confidence in reading. Krith S - Respectful

1C Chelsea - Her great effort in identifying different blends and digraphs during reading

Samreet - Safe

1G Aarya S - Reading with great expression and fluency. Helaena A - Safe

2C Ruby H - Showing increased confidence in her reading. Nish P - Safe

2G Nishaan S - Working cooperatively with others. Avitej J - Respectful

2H Prisha R - Applying feedback to improve her public speaking. Bir-Bibek G - Safe

2S Tony T - Excellent teamwork during science investigations. Adrienne G - Learner

3/4C Darvesh S - Improved book presentation Jordan W - Learner

3K Armeen R - Her consistent effort across all learning areas. Willow F - Respectful

3M Tiana D - Her fantastic, positive attitude as a new member of 3M Giselle - Respectful

3R Naria HA - Displaying improvements to finish all her daily literacy tasks

Karina W - Safe

4/5/6M Nate D - Presenting a wonderful engaging speech about Bali. Isaac E - Respectful

4G Zidan B - Excellent effort and behaviour during Flip Sport Maddison M - Respectful

4R Reeghan Z - Working cooperatively during Science investigations Dev P - Respectful

5/6F Laneya M - Always showing kindness and looking out for others. Ryan M - Learner

5L Myesha L - Presenting an informative and engaging speech about her culture.

Kayden B - Learner

5S Chardonnay S - Excellent participation in all areas. Aiden A - Learner

6B Ryan J - Using some outstanding descriptive sentences. Mustafa I - Respectful

6H Jamie D - Making the effort to consistently complete his class tasks Bianca A - Learner

PERMISSION NOTES & PAYMENTS Please return all excursion permission notes and money by due date on the note – please no late payments. This helps with organisation of student numbers required for the venues, numbers for buses booked and how many teachers will attend the excursion or not and be required to stay at school. Permission notes - to write full name of student (enrolment legal name)

Sending payments to school please ensure the CORRECT AMOUNT of money is enclosed in the envelope.

PLEASE PUT PAYMENT FOR ONLY ONE ACTIVITY IN EACH ENVELOPE. (If more than one activity is placed in an envelope your child may miss out on participating). Clearly mark each envelope with:

• your child’s full name (enrolment legal name) • your child’s class • name of activity

and please put the permission note inside the envelope. A separate permission note is required for each child in the family. Copies of permission notes are available on the school website www.glendennin-p.schools.edu.nsw.edu.au All payments are to be deposited in the payment slot in the door of the Administration Office.

Example of a Payment Envelope

On-line Payment Some activities may be able to be paid online – please follow instructions on individual permission notes sent home. On-line payments need to be made no later than two days before the due date. EARLY LEAVERS When signing children out early of an afternoon, for appointments etc, parents are asked to do so before 2.45pm. Students will not be signed out after this time

ABSENCES

Student absences – to send a note on return with student to the class teacher. You do not need to contact the office if absent for one day.