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SCHOOL HOURS OF OPERATION

please organise your child care around these hours

It is the responsibility of parents and carers to organise before and after school care. It is not acceptable to drop your children at school before supervision commences. Children on the school site before or after supervision ARE NOT SAFE. We understand that many parents may have commitments at work which require them to start early. We start early too. There are OOSH services operating at Wallsend Public School and Maryland Public School. As an alternative, you may be able to make arrangements with friends or neighbours for the supervision of your children before school. Some families in our school who have working parents take turns to take each other’s children to school.

February 2019 Term 1 Week 2

NewsletterPlattsburg Public School

Principals Message -

Welcome to the 2019 school year. It was just so good to see the kids come back after their holiday break. As usual, they have all grown. It was a great start to the year with students showing friendship and sharing with one another.

A big welcome to our 2019 Kindergarten students and their parents. Miss Jasmine and Miss Amy are very excited to welcome their new charges. At the close of 2018 our enrolment had dipped and meant we had dropped from ten classes to nine. First week back, Mrs Dyson in the front office, was run off her feet enrolling new students. So, we’re back to ten classes. This has meant we have created a new class and been able to reduce the size of others. Mrs Clark will be joining us for 2019 to teach our tenth class. Mrs Clark worked with us last year and is an experienced teacher who appreciates our Plattsburgian ways.

Here’s to a year of adventure, fun and learning.

Important Dates

Monday11th February 2019P&C Meeting 9:30am

Tuesday12th February 2019Zone Swimming Trials

Wallsend Pool 5pm

Thursday21st February 2019

Zone Swimming

Thursday14th March 2019

Selective High SchoolPlacement Test

Friday22nd March 2019

Harmony Day

Thursday 11th April 2019

Anzac Day Ceremony

Friday12th April 2019Athletics Carnival

Federal ParkVolunteers Needed!

Friday12th April 2019Last Day of Term 1

Monday14th - 24th May 2019

Naplan

School supervisionDOES NOT BEGIN UNTIL 8:30 a.m

and ENDS AT 3 p.m

Principal: Mrs Ellen Bax. P: 02 49559196. E: [email protected]. W: www.plattsburg-p.schools.nsw.gov.au.

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Plattsburg Public School Newsletter Term 3 Week 4Plattsburg Public School Newsletter Term 1 Week 2If I was Prime Minister

by the students of class 1 ThingThis week 1 Thing read the book, ‘If I was Prime Minister’ by Beck Feiner and Robin Feiner. We used this to write about things that we would do if we ever became Prime Minister.

If I was Prime Minister I would teach koalas how to do karate.If I was Prime Minister I would I would be a school teacher because I like teaching kids.If I was Prime Minister I would be the boss of the school. I would tell the teachers what we will do.If I was Prime Minister I would fill people’s buckets up.If I was Prime Minister I would build a waterslide because I like water slides.If I was Prime Minister I would be the boss of a rollercoaster. I would let the people go on it and I would go on it too.If I was Prime Minister I would help sick people because some sick people have nobody to take care of them.If I was Prime Minister I would make a pool because I want to share my little pool with little kids.If I was Prime Minister I would build a rollercoaster because I like rollercoasters.If I was Prime Minister I would give everyone cats and dogs for free and also computers and Ipads. I would feed the birds in the park. I would move all the fish to a safe place while we clean the ocean.If I was Prime Minister I would play the Kazoo while swimming with dolphins.If I was Prime Minister I would stop all the steam.If I was Prime Minister I would clean the ocean so the fish won’t get sick.If I was Prime Minister I would get people money to buy anything to have because I want to make people happy. I’m rich.If I was Prime Minister I would build a slippery slide down into the pool.If I was Prime Minister I would make a rainbow and make people happy and make people’s buckets fill up. They will be happy.If I was Prime Minister I would build a water park so they can get wet.If I was Prime Minister I would build a pool in my backyard because I like swimming. It will have waves and if people come over I will say do you have swimmers? If you don’t have your swimmers I can give you my swimmers.If I was Prime Minister I would build a tree house.If I was Prime Minister I would build a slippery slide.If I was Prime Minister I would I would buy my Dada a house.If I was Prime Minister I would build a house for my family.If I was Prime Minister I would be a school teacher.If I was Prime Minister I would be a superhero because I would help people when they fell over.

Welcome KindergartenOur new students looked fantastic in their uniforms. The students are settling in well and have had a wonderful start to their educational journey. The first few years in a child’s education are important steps in developing a love of learning and our role is to help nurture this passion and build confident learners in an environment that is safe, vibrant and challenging. Kindergarten students at Plattsburg Public School have a rich and varied program including excursions, incursions and assemblies all designed to give them a sense of enjoyment and community. Co-curricular activities are also available to Kindergarten students, which offer many opportunities to develop a love of music and sport. A very exciting year awaits, designed to promote and enhance your child’s growth and development. Pictured are a few of our new Kindergarten students.

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The school office can accept cash payments or payments by POP via the school’s website. Cash payments can be placed in the office locked box which is on the left as you enter the office. School

Payments include: • Fees• Book packs• Excursions

When paying online, go to the website and click on “make a payment” and you will be redirected to the POP webpage. Please do not pay for P&C payments through POP. The P&C can accept payments via https://quickcliq.com.au/,direct deposit to account:

Commonwealth BankBSB 062-823

ACCOUNT – 00901546

or cash payments to our P&C locked box in the office. Our box is on the right when you walk into the office. The P&C has just had EFTPOS installed in the canteen where we can also accept payments for lunch orders and uniforms.

P&C Payments include: •Raffle tickets•Canteen Meal Deals•Christmas in the Gully•Performance tickets•Fundraising

Important – Please do not pay for P&C items through POP.

It’s difficult to think with the extreme heat that Summer has nearly come to an end and before we weather turns chilly and the cold and flu season is upon us, we ask if families could donate a box of tissues to their class.

The NSW Department of Education requires Volunteers to bring in 100 points of identity and complete a form as part of its Child Protection strategy.

Anyone who works in the school in any voluntary capacity in classrooms, canteen or transporting students to any sporting venue etc. needs to bring in a few forms of ID and complete the form at the office as soon as you can. If you are a new parent at our school – you will need to complete this. Please see the office for further details.

The office is only able to administer ‘prescribed medication’ to students. This means medication that has been prescribed by a doctor. Should your child require medications please contact the office to arrange an appointment with the principal. We are not able to administer Panadol, topical or non-prescription medications.

The morning session at school is when core subjects are taught and we are that you keep your toddlers safe and students learning that unsupervised pre-schoolers sometimes play noisily near the classrooms and can disrupt lessons. Parents are asked to closely supervise pre-schoolers to ensure their safety and well being. Parents are encouraged to conduct social interactions at a suitable distance from the classrooms and in a quiet manner so the students can learn without distractions. Your cooperation will be appreciated.

Education in New South Wales is compulsory for all children between the ages of six years and below the minimum school leaving age. The Education Act 1990 requires that parents ensure their children of compulsory school age are enrolled at, and regularly attend school, or, are registered with the Board of Studies, Teaching and Educational Standards for home schooling. Once enrolled, children are required to attend school each day it is open for students.

Arriving at school and class 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• Give students time to greet their friends before class• Reduces classroom disruptionLateness is recorded as a partial absence and must be explained by parents.

Here are some suggestions for setting regular routines:• Have a set time to be out of bed.• Have a set time to go to bed.• Have uniform and school bag ready the night before.• Turn the television on for a set time • Provide lots of positive encouragement.• Book doctor’s appointments, haircuts etc. after school.

KISS AND DROP ZONE / KISS AND RIDE ZONE

Key aspects of the ZONES are as follows: • The KISS AND DROP ZONE / KISS AND RIDE ZONE is located on Boscawen Street at the school’s main gate (GATE 2).

• The KISS AND DROP ZONE / KISS AND RIDE ZONE is NO PARKING at all times between 8:00am - 9:30am and 2:30pm - 4:00pm

• KISS AND DROP is STAND for 2 MINUTES MAXIMUM only.

• You must register for the KISS AND RIDE ZONE

• KISS AND RIDE students will wait in lines beside the Administration Block and have their names checked. No unregistered student will be accessed by staff to the KISS AND RIDE ZONE. You will be waved on.

• Parents /Carers can only collect their own children. Variations must be communicated in writing to the principal.

• The ZONE requires that only students disembark or embark the car. The driver and other passengers are to remain in the vehicle. If your child or children require assistance from you when being picked up and dropped off, then the KISS AND DROP/RIDE ZONE is not for you. This is for those students who can disembark and embark independently. For the ZONE to work effectively, efficiently and safely it is important that guidelines are followed. PLEASE COMPLETE THE KISS AND RIDE REGISTRATION AT THE END OF THIS NEWSLETTER AND RETURN TO SCHOOL .

Payments

Tissues

100 Point Check

Medication at School

Social Interactions

Attendance


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CommunicationFeedback from Parents and Carers indicated that some of our families felt that school communication could be improved. Below is a table of the major communication strategies we employ.

PLATTSBURG PUBLIC SCHOOL

COMMUNICATION STRATEGIES COMMUNICATION WORKS FOR THOSE WHO WORK AT IT - John Powell

Skoolbag App Our own iPhone and Android App to provide a secure communication channel between the school and the Parent/Carer/School Community. Go to the school webpage for installation instructions. This App links to the webpage, newsletters and the P&C Facebook page. It contains: Alerts, events, Newsletters, News, Parent Notes, Contact Us, Parent Info and Facebook.

Plattsburg Public School P&C Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/plattsburgpublicschool/

Our own P&C manage this page and respond promptly to all communications. Stored on this site are pictures, videos, canteen information, uniform information and much more.

E-mails: Newsletters are e-mailed home as are student reports. Parents and Carers can e-mail the school with any queries, suggestions or comments. ([email protected])

SMS

Parents and Carers will receive an SMS if their child is absent and can respond to that SMS

School Webpage: http://www.plattsburg-p.schools.nsw.edu.au/

The webpage contains links to the Newsletter, Skoolbag App, P&C Facebook Page, Policies and much more.

School Notes

On occasion the school will send home notes with students. These notes can also be found on the Skoolbag App.

Teacher Notes

Class teachers will sometimes send notes home with their students. So make sure you check bags.

Newsletter

The School Newsletter comes out each fortnight and is e-mailed home. Hard copies can be obtained from the office. It can also be downloaded from the Webpage and Skoolbag App.



Class List for 2019To simply our classes, this year we have chosen Avenger Characters. The staff and students have had a lot of fun choosing a character for their class.

K Hulk - Miss JasmineK Ants - Miss Amy

1 Thing - Mr Henderson1/2 Spiderman - Miss Killeen

2/3 Lockjaw - Miss Ashley3 Wolverine - Miss Wiffen

3/4 Storm - Miss Karen4/5 Starlord - Miss Clarke

5/6 Thor - Miss Casey6 I Am Groot - Miss Rebecca


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Bronchitis Symptoms are coughing, a runny nose, sore throat and mild fever. The cough is often dry at first, becoming moist after a couple of days. There may be a slight wheeze and shortness of breath. A higher fever (typically above 39ºC) may indicate pneumonia.

... until they are feeling better. Antibiotics may be needed.

Chickenpox (Varicella)

Slight fever, runny nose, and a rash that begins as raised pink spots that blister and scab. ... for 5 days from the onset of the

rash and the blisters have dried.

Conjunctivitis The eye feels ‘scratchy’, is red and may water. Lids may stick together on waking. ... while there is discharge from

the eye unless a doctor has diagnosed a non-infectious cause.

Diarrhoea (no organism identified)

Two or more consecutive bowel motions that are looser and more frequent than normal and possibly stomach cramps. ... for at least 24 hours after

diarrhoea stops.

Fever A temperature of 38.5°C or more in older infants and children. ... until temperature is normal.

Gastroenteritis A combination of frequent loose or watery stools (diarrhoea), vomiting, fever, stomach cramps, headaches. ... for at least 24 hours after

diarrhoea and/or vomiting stops.

German measles (Rubella)

Often mild or no symptoms: mild fever, runny nose, swollen nodes, pink blotchy rash that lasts a short time. ... for at least 4 days after the

rash appears.

Glandular Fever (Mononucleosis, EBV infection)

Symptoms include fever, headache, sore throat, tiredness, swollen nodes. ... unless they’re feeling unwell.

Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD)

Generally a mild illness caused by a virus, perhaps with a fever, blisters around the mouth, on the hands and feet, and perhaps the nappy area in babies.

... until all blisters have dried.

Hayfever (Allergic rhinitis) caused by allergy to pollen (from grasses, flowers and trees), dust mites, animal fur or hair, mould spores, cigarette smoke

Sneezing, a blocked or runny nose (rhinitis), itchy eyes, nose and throat, headaches. ... unless they feel unwell or

are taking a medication which makes them sleepy.

Head lice or nits* (Pediculosis)

Itchy scalp, white specks stuck near the base of the hairs; lice may be found on the scalp. ... while continuing to treat head

lice each night. Tell the school.

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Generally if your child feels unwell, keep them home from school and consult your doctor.This chart and the information it contains is not intended to take the place of a consultation with your doctor.

Too sick for school?


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Merit Cer- tificate

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Bronze Award

7 8 9 Silver Award

FOUR WAYS TO SUCCEED AWARD SEQUENCE

Merit Awards are aligned to the Four Ways to Succeed: RESPECT, EMPATHY, INDEPENDENCE and CONNECTING. The language and values of the Keys are reinforced by teaching staff in their daily interactions with students and by rewarding students for presenting or demonstrating the values, behaviours or attitudes of the Keys. Students are able to collect a total of 12 class awards in all. This is separate to the dojo points system where students accrue points for positive behaviours and can trade those points for prizes from the display case located in the office foyer.




BE PART OF OUR ALLERGY AWARE COMMUNITY

BE PART OF OUR ALLERGY AWARE COMMUNITY

Visit www.allergyfacts.org.au and www.allergy.org.au for more information

This resource has been printed with unrestricted funds from sponsors

CAREFOR EVERYONE IN YOUR COMMUNITY

By asking about food allergies when planning play dates,get togethers, family BBQs or workplace functions.

LEARNWHAT YOU CAN DO TO REDUCE THE RISK OFAN ALLERGIC REACTION

Know the facts about food allergy. Visit allergyfacts.org.au and allergy.org.au

ALWAYStake food allergies seriously.

TALKWITH FAMILY, FRIENDS

AND COLLEAGUES ABOUT FOOD ALLERGY

Help them understand how they can keep their friend safe i.e. by knowing what the friend

is allergic to, washing hands after eating, taking it seriously.

Talk to schools/teachers about their anaphylaxis

management strategies.

KNOWWHAT IS IN THE FOODYOU OFFER AND TAKEAPPROPRIATE CARE Read labels and be aware of what is in the food you serve.Know where the individual keeps their ASCIA Action Plan and adrenaline autoinjector (i.e. EpiPen or Anapen if prescribed).

INFORMOTHERS ABOUT YOUR OR YOUR CHILD’S FOOD ALLERGY

If a child you are caring for has a food allergy follow the child’s parents instructions closely.

6 STEPS Every parent or carer should take today

SHARETHE LOAD

Food allergies can be life-threatening but with

the support of an allergy aware community,

we can help minimise risk.

Allergy & AnaphylaxisAustraliaYour trusted charity for allergy support

HOW TO REPORT CYBERBULLYING MATERIAL

Report the cyberbullying material to the social media service

Collect evidence - copy URLs or take screenshots of the material

Report it to esafety.gov.au/reportcyberbullying

Block the person and talk to someone you trust

If you are in immediate danger, call 000 (triple zero) If you need to talk to someone, visit kidshelpline.com.au or call

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Canteen RosterMonday

Sandra MoriartyOdette Radburn

TuesdaySandra MoriartyLarissa Mitchell

WednesdayBernadette JoppClare Woodrow

ThursdaySandra Moriarty

FridaySandra Moriarty

Amanda MikulskiOrder online at

www.quickcliq.com.au

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What our P&C really doesParents who cringe at the very mention of the term ‘P&C’ probably have never been to a meeting. Most schools have a parent representative body, commonly called Parents and Citizens (P&C) Association. The parent committee is the voice of the parents. It’s at these meetings that decisions affecting your child at school are made. Committee meetings are usually held once a month. Any parent or guardian can attend.

Parent associations are a great way to:•get the inside story on what’s really happening in the school (not the gossip). The principal is available to answer questions and teachers sometimes attend too•influence school policy •have a say in the development of school activities such as excursions and camps and curriculum•contribute to the school’s resources through various fundraising projects•meet other parents•schools have their own budgets —but invariably they need more than the budget allows. That’s where the parent committee becomes a really valuable partner.

Plattsburg P&C runs services like the canteen and uniform shop. Fundraising is a powerful way in which to help our school get much-wanted additional resources—from extra library books to a shade cloth over a play area, new canteen kitchen or play equipment. We have a very active P&C and welcome new members. Fresh, FUN ideas to raise important funds while engaging the students and community. Plattsburg P&C runs Mother’s/Father’s Day breakfast and stalls, meal deal days, raffles, source prizes, staple raffle books, volunteer at canteen, volunteer at breakfast club, make fairy floss at events, walk a thons, athletic carnivals, Christmas in the Gully, Easter hat parade, organise fetes, source rides for events, stalls, apply for grants, Sausage sizzles, digital media festival, zone cross country, book week, education week, Wallsend Winter Fair, just to name a few. Can you help?

Notice of P&C Annual General Meeting

11th March 2019 at 9.30pmLibrary – Plattsburg PS

Following the acceptance of the minutes from the 2018 AGM, all current office bearer roles will be de-clared vacant and nominations called for the follow-ing positions:

• President• Vice President• Secretary• Treasurer• Executive

The AGM is open to all parents and carers who wish to at-tend, however only financial members are eligible to vote and/or nominate for vacant positions. At the completion of the AGM the March general meeting will be held.

Plattsburg P&CYour VoiceOur KidsTogether

P&C Now has EFTPOSThe P&C has an EFTPOS machine! You can now pay for P&C run services by EFTPOS, VISA, Mastercard and PAYWAVE. Uniforms, canteen lunch orders, raffle tickets, meal deals, entertainment books and stalls. Of course you can still order and pay for these items online at www.quickcliq.com.au or with cash but we are excited to offer our families this convenient alternative to making payments to the P&C.



Volunteers are an integral part of our Breakfast Club's operations. Volunteers of our Breakfast Club know they are doing more than serving our students breakfast each morning, they are providing a healthy start so they can achieve their best in the classroom and in the playground. Volunteers are the heart and soul of our Breakfast Club and we need more help. If you are available to help to ensure our students achieve their best please let us know. Breakfast Club runs each morning from 8:30am to 9am.

Breakfast Club RosterMonday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

4/2/19Michelle Baurer Kristie O’Brien

5/2/19Allison NM

(Bread Collector) Michelle BaurerNabeel Tawfia

Kayla K

6/2/19Help (Bread Cutter)

Nabeel Tawfia

HELP

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HELP8/2/19

Carly Ackerman Sheridan Uhrig


12/2/19Allison NM

(Bread Collector) Michelle BaurerNabeel Tawfia

Kayla K


Nabeel Tawfia

HELP

14/2/19

HELP15/2/19



19/2/19Michelle BaurerNabeel Tawfia

Kayla K


Nabeel Tawfia

HELP

21/2/19

HELP22/2/19


Our garden girls planted out their crops before the Christmas School holidays. Charlotte along with Mr D watered the crops during the break and the results speak for themselves. The garden is thriving and the girls, along with some of the teachers, tasted the tomatoes with fresh basil on some crackers. The girls exclaimed how fresh and tasty they were to store bought produce. Well done girls.



KISS AND RIDE ZONE REGISTRATION

Afternoon Operation 3:00 p.m. - 3:10 p.m.

I wish to register my child/children for KISS AND RIDE. I understand that,

KISS AND RIDE operates between 3:00 p.m. and 3:10 p.m.

I must remain in my vehicle.

I must drive safely and not do a U-turn from the KISS AND RIDE ZONE.

I must drive around the block if the KISS AND RIDE ZONE is full.

I need to display my KISS AND RIDE sign on the passenger side dash.

I can only collect the children I have registered.

Parent/Carer Name: ____________________________

Signature: ____________________________ Date: / / 2016

Please list the names of those students you wish to register for KISS AND RIDE.

1. ____________________________________________________________________

2. ____________________________________________________________________

3. ____________________________________________________________________

4. ____________________________________________________________________

5. ____________________________________________________________________

6. ____________________________________________________________________



Junior Blasters kicks off at Fletcher in Term 1Starts: Monday 11th February (4.30pm—5.30pm)

All boys & girls aged 5 to 8 years are welcomeVenue: Kurraka Oval, FletcherFee: $99 (includes participant pack)

Redeem your Active Kids voucher to participate at NO costFor more information and to register online please visit www.playcricket.com.au and search ‘Fletcher’

JUNIORSLAKE MACQUARIE RUGBY CLUB

Under 4s - Under 18s

For more information contact Matthew Bartley 0407 485 955www.lakemacquarierugby.com

WE WANT YOU to become a Roo in 2019Be coached by some of the best coaches in the region. We are recruiting players of all standards and ages, for our 2019 campaign.

Want to play hockey – come and give it a go.

West Junior Hockey Club / Central West Hockey Club is looking for new players (both boys and girls) to join

their teams.

All training and games are played at

Broadmeadow International Hockey Centre

For more information please give me a call.

Matt Lewsam

President

West Junior Hockey

Mob: 0410 443 418

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.revolutionise.com.au/wjhc/

The Shortland Pandas invite you and family members to join our small family orientated club in the new 2019 season. We encourage children from 4 years to participate in sports and parents to volunteer and get involved in the running of the club.

Shortland United will be participating in the Active Kids Program which will entitle parents/guardians to receive $100 per eligible child to contribute to the cost of playing football. We also offer a payment plan.

Registration Dates are:

Sunday February 3rd 10am – 1pm Lower Tuxford Park, King Street, Shortland

Sunday February 10th 10am – 1pm Shortland Hotel, Restaurant Area

Sunday February 17th 10am – 1pm Lower Tuxford Park, King Street, Shortland

Sunday February 24th 10am – 1pm Shortland Hotel, Restaurant Area

If you have any questions or require additional information please contact us on:

[email protected]

OR by calling ‐

Registrar – Carly Powell – 0435 201 492 Registrar – Tom Jones ‐ 0432 445 591 President – Ross Buxton – 0421 000 597

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