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Old Forest Road Lugarno NSW 2210

Phone 02 9153 9843 Email [email protected] www.lugarno.nsw.edu.au

Tuesday 23 July 2019, Week 1 , Term 3

Calendar dates

July 24 – Athletics Carnival

August 7 – Education Week Open Day

August 13 - SPAF Choir Matinee & Evening Performance

August 14 – SPAF Snr Dance Matinee &

Evening Performance

August 19 – Cupcake Day for RSPCA

Book Week Parade

August 29 – Fathers Day Stall

September 5 - Kindy Excursion

Principal’s Message

Thought for the Week…

“You’ll never be bored when you try

something new. There’s really no limit to what

you can do.”

~ Dr Seuss ~

Welcome back!

A very warm welcome back to our students,

parents and staff. We are very excited about

the term ahead!

As I reflect upon my time here at LPS, I can’t

believe it has already been three years since I

commenced as Principal of this wonderful

school. Week 3, this term, officially marks three

years for me at LPS. I am extremely privileged to

lead such a positive and dynamic school

community. Each day fills me with pride as I

witness the growth in our students and staff and

support the outstanding work that is happening

at LPS.

In this issue Welcome Back

K-6 Athletics Carnival Tomorrow!

Dance Troupe Classes

Student Banking

Disco – Oh what a night!

Staff Update

Good Luck Bailey!

School Photos

Term 3 Happenings!

Student Wellbeing Update ………

L E A R N I N G A N D G R O W I N G T O G E T H E R

mailto:[email protected]



K-6 Athletics Carnival Tomorrow!

We are looking forward to our Athletics Carnival tomorrow, Wednesday, 24th July at Hurstville Oval. Students

are asked to come in sports house colours or sports uniform.

Dance Troupe Classes

Due to the Athletics Carnival tomorrow, all dance troupe classes will be held on Thursday this week (same

times). Any students who are involved in both the Intermediate Dance Troup and PSSA training are to go to

dance.

Student Banking

Due to the Athletics Carnival tomorrow, student banking will be held on Thursday this week.

Disco – Oh what a night!

What an amazing evening we all enjoyed at our recent P & C “Under the Sea” themed disco!

The tunes were cranking, the hall was transformed, our volunteer crew pumped, Garno was dressed for the

occasion and our kids were bright eyed and faces aglow - all of the ingredients for a Friday night of fun!!

Shout out to the Prisuda family and their crew for creating such a magical atmosphere and to each and

EACH and EVERY parent helper who assisted either in the canteen, on security, checking kids in and out,

selling glow sticks and cleaning up at the end of the night!

Thanks also to Mrs Anastasiou and Mrs Harris for your support and well done to our Year 6 students for a

well organised and run glow stick stall.

We certainly have an amazing school community at LPS!




Staff Update

Welcome to Mr Ben Davis who will join our team this semester. Mr Davis will be job sharing with Mrs Flett

on 4/5F, as Mrs Flett has changed her work arrangements from full time to part time hours. Mrs Flett will

teach 4/5F on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays and Mr Davis will teach 4/5F on Thursdays and Fridays.

Mr Davis will also take on the role of the PSSA newcombe ball coach.

Mr Christopher Ferguson who is teaching 1/2M will now be with us an additional week. Mrs Malakonakis will

now return on Monday, Week 3. Please note that Mrs Wilkie will continue to supervise K-2 in Mrs

Malakonakis’ absence.

Welcome to Mrs Suzie Kirkovski who is replacing Mrs Bateman in the executive RFF role on Mondays and

Tuesdays in Weeks 1-5 this term, working with KW and 1/2M. Mrs Jayde Nunn, who has been on maternity

leave, will return in Week 6 and will then take on the executive RFF role.

Welcome also to Miss Alexandra Ratcliffe who is a pre-service teacher from Notre Dame University. Miss

Ratcliffe will be working with 6H and Mrs Harris for the duration of Term 3.

This week, we welcome back Mrs Rainford, Mrs Androulakis and Mrs Targett who all enjoyed some extended

leave with overseas trips at the end of last term.

Good luck Bailey!

We wish Baliey L (6H) all the best when he participates in the State Athletics Carnival this Friday at Eastern

Creek. We are so proud of you, Bailey!

School Photos

School photos are being distributed today.

Please note that unfortunately there has been an error printed on the 1KS class photos which we are in the

process of working with Don Wood Photography to get corrected. 1KS photos will be issued when this is

resolved. Thank you for your patience.

Term 3 Happenings!

Here is a list of the some of the events that are happening this term. The Term 3 Calendar will be sent home

on Thursday.

Public Speaking – class and stage comps

Premier’s Spelling Bee – class and stage comps

Term 3 K-2 Life Skills an 3-6 Gymnastics Programs – Thursdays Weeks 2 – 9




Education Week – Week 3 (Open Day, Wednesday, 7th August Week 3 – includes Year 6 cake

stall fundraiser. A more detailed schedule of events on Open Day will be sent home this

Thursday.)

Stage 1 excursion to Powerhouse Museum – Wednesday Week 4

Cupcake Day for the RSPCA (SRC fundraiser) and Book Week (Book Fair and Book Parade –

Monday, Week 5

Kinder Info Night (Wednesday Week 5 from 6-7pm)

School Administrative and Support Staff (SAS) Recognition Week – Week 6

Kinder Excursion to Calmsley Hill Farm – Thursday Week 7

“Bandsgate” band event at Ramsgate PS – Tuesday Week 9

Stage 3 Camp to Narrabeen – Week 10 (Wednesday - Friday)

Student Wellbeing Update – BE GREAT LIKE GARNO!

Positive Behaviour for Learning and ‘Bounce Back’ –

What’s the PBL focus this week?

Showing Respect – Morning assembly – lining up and leaving the COLA

Bounce Back Week 1 Focus for each Stage:

Early Stage 1 – Honesty – To understand what honesty is and how to be honest

Stage 1 – Family support – To understand how to show responsibility at home and care for family

Stage 2 – Kindness and supporting others – To understand that it is important to care about others.

Stage 3 – Support, kindness and compassion – To understand the ways in which you can demonstrate support, kindness and compassion to others.

Congratulations to our Values Awards Recipients

Congratulations to the following students who were presented with a Values Award at our Week 10, Term 2

K-6 Assembly. Well done!




Class LPS Values Award Recipients – Week 10 Assembly, Term 2 2019

KA Maria M, James G

KR Molly B, Isaac L

KW Archar I, Luke L

1KS Annabelle G, Simon T

1/2M Darcy J, Amelia F

2D Izabelah N, Lucia R

3/4A Gabriella M, Charlie C

3/4B Eva V, Will M

4/5F Alexandra B, Edward A

5/6S Abbie C, Malachi P

6H Owen B, Bailey L

Next Assembly

We look forward to you joining us for our next assembly on Friday, 2nd August at 12.15pm in the Hall. This

assembly will be hosted by class 4/5F.

LPS Play Space Consultation Group

Now that the school’s air conditioning project has been completed, our next major project is to replace the

play equipment area near the OOSH building. The P & C are working with the school to contribute funds to

this initiative. I am seeking parent representatives to be part of a consultation group to assist with planning

and design of new play space. LPS students will also be part of the consultation process.

If you would like to join the LPS play space consultation group, please register your interest by emailing or

contacting administration. Ideally, we are seeking 2-5 parent representatives for the consultation group.

LPA Environmental Art Competition – ENTRIES CLOSE THIS THURSDAY

We have already received a number of entries for the Lugarno Progress Association Environmental Art

Competition. Please see attached note for details of how to enter. Just a friendly reminder that entries close

this Thursday, 25th July.

School Uniform

A friendly reminder that our Uniform Shop is open on Monday and Thursday mornings from 8.30-9.30am.

We have seen an increasing number of students who are not wearing school jumpers, jackets and hats. Please

note that there is a lot of pre-loved stock in good condition in the Uniform Shop as well as brand new items.




The wearing of full school uniform is an expectation for our students every day; this includes black school

shoes.

Return & Earn – Let’s get recycling LPS!

We have two blue “Return & Earn” bins in the school located inside the front entrance to the school next to

the P & C Noticeboard (opposite the Paver’s Wall). Parents are most welcome to bring in suitable containers

from home (with the exception of alcohol containers) and place them in the bins. Suitable containers are:

aluminium cans, cardboard popper containers, small and larger plastic water bottles, plastic soft drink

bottles. Our school will then receive 10 cents per container. Please do not use these blue bins to dispose of

rubbish.

Woolworths Earn & Learn 2019 A huge thank you to the LPS community for their support in collecting so many stickers as part of the Earn &

Learn program. Our final count was a massive 45 626 stickers! This will enable us to purchase a number of

new teaching resources for our school.

Shout out to Mrs Fowler and Mr and Mrs Warrington for their time in counting and collating the stickers for

our school. We are so appreciative of your help!

Kindergarten 2020 It’s hard to believe, but we are already starting the planning for our 2020 Kindergarten students. If you have a child who is enrolling at Lugarno Public School next year, we ask that you collect an enrolment from the front office or access one online here: https://education.nsw.gov.au/public-schools/going-to-a-public-school/translated-documents/enrolment-application We ask that you also remind friends, neighbours or relatives of the need to enrol as soon as possible –

especially any families who are intending applying as ‘out of area’ enrolments.

There will be an information evening on Wednesday, 21st August from 6-7pm in the Library which will cover

information about school readiness, LPS programs and Kinder transition.

Colour Run Fundraising Prizes

Colour Run fundraising prizes will be distributed to students this Thursday.




Term 3 Physical Education Programs

This term, K-2 students will participate in the Life Skills program and 3-6 will participate in the gymnastics

program. Both programs run for 8 weeks on Thursdays in Weeks 2-9. Please ensure you return your child’s

permission note and payment for these programs so that your child may participate. Notes were sent home

last term and can be found on the school website in Resources/Notes Home section.

K-2 Life Skills PE Program – “Snippets Newsletter”

This term our K-2 students have the opportunity to participate in the Life Skills program

our 3-6 students enjoyed last term.

The program commences next Thursday and runs for 8 weeks. Each fortnight, we will keep you up to date

with what the students are learning about with some tips for activities families can do at home.

~Week 1~ Intro to Healthy Skills for Life and Respect The Life Skills Group program, Healthy Skills for Life Unit 1 will commence next Thursday. The program is a curriculum based Health and Physical Education and Social Emotional Learning program. Each week our Life Skills teacher, Miss Chantelle Kennedy-Bremer will facilitate classes aligning lifelong value based skills, fundamental movements, and positive psychology through various games, breathing techniques, guided stories and relaxation. Please follow the ‘Snippets Newsletter’ and practise the daily activities with your child. We’ve also included one or two ways to practise family self-care. We can assure you it will be fun and a great way to spend a few minutes extra with your child and family. In their first lesson, students will learn breathing exercises which help in calming the mind, building resilience and developing self-regulation. Students will practise specialised movements and skills in games and breath work that are especially designed to calm the nervous system, foster positive relationships and teach problem solving skills. By working in teams, students will be encouraged to use various strategies to complete different tasks, all the while understanding that there doesn’t always need to be a winner or loser but what matters is how well the combination of players on the team work together. By participating in physical activities designed to enhance fitness, students will develop a greater understanding of the impact regular participation can have on health and wellbeing. Our K-2 students can look forward to a fun first session where they will learn ways to calm their bodies, and learn the value of respect through fun games and activities. Parents/Carers: Ask your child to show you the mindfulness practice or breathing activity they learn next Thursday and discuss how it could help them. Family self-care tip: Make time for a family game at least once a week (it could be a physical game or a board game). Try to be fully present while playing that game.

Paver Wall Thank you to Mr Tucker who installed the latest pavers on the LPS Paver Wall during the school holidays.




Raising Questions or Concerns with Staff

All staff at LPS are committed to supporting all students in all areas of school life. In particular, staff members

are more than willing to discuss with parents the academic progress or welfare of their child, school

procedures or practices, or concerns about actions of staff or students.

So that LPS staff can give parents an opportunity to raise questions or concerns in an appropriate setting and

at a convenient time for both staff and parents, please take note of the following guidelines:

Concern Appropriate Action/Contact Person

The academic progress of your child Directly contact your child’s teacher either by

note, by contacting the office or by emailing the

school to make an appointment, or in person to

arrange a suitable time for discussion (please

refrain from doing this during class time).

The welfare of your child For minor issues, please arrange a time to

discuss directly contact your child’s teacher to

clarify information. For more serious concerns,

please contact the office, stating the nature of

your concern and a time to arrange a meeting

with class teacher or appropriate staff member.

To convey information about change of address,

telephone number, emergency contact, custody

details, health issues etc, please contact the

office. All information is treated confidentially.

Actions of other students Please contact the class teacher for a classroom

problem.

Please contact the stage supervisor for

playground problems.

It is not appropriate to confront another child

or a child’s parent about school-related issues.

School procedures or practices Contact office. Please state nature of concern

and make an appointment to see the Principal

and/or appropriate member of staff.

Actions of a staff member Contact the office and arrange to meet directly

with the Principal at a mutually convenient time.




The Stage Supervisors are as follows:

Early Stage One (Kindergarten) – Mrs Carolynne Wilkie

Stage One (Years 1 and 2) – Mrs Athina Malakonakis (Please note that whilst Mrs Malakonakis is on leave,

Mrs Wilkie will oversee K-2. Mrs Malakonakis will return Monday, 5th August)

Stage Two (Years 3 and 4) – Mrs Allyson Bartley

Stage Three (Years 5 and 6) – Mrs Judy Harris

Mrs Justine Williams

Kids in the Kitchen!

Cucumber & Cream Cheese Sandwich (Serves 1)

Cucumbers are a great food to include in your kids’ diet. They contain loads of vitamins, such as Vitamin A,

Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Vitamin K, thiamin, niacin, and folate. Cucumber sandwiches are easy to

make and your kids will love them!

Ingredients:

2 slices of white bread (or any bread of your choice)

1-2 tablespoons of cream cheese

½ cucumber (thinly sliced)

Salt and pepper to taste Optional: chopped fresh chives and dill, to taste Method:

1. Spread two slices of bread evenly with cream cheese.

2. Cover one side of the sandwich with sliced cucumber.

3. Season with spices/herbs. 4. Put the slices together, cut off the crusts, and slice the sandwich into four strips or triangles.

Phone: 0410 484 029 Email: [email protected]


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Year 6 Farewell Planning Meeting

Yes, it’s that time again! Our first meeting to get the planning underway for the Year 6 Farewell, will be held

on Thursday, August 1 (Week 2) at 3pm in the Library. At this meeting we will form a committee, discuss

ideas for a ‘theme’ for the night and potential fundraising activities. If you have some time to spare, it would

be great to see any Year 6 parents who wish to be involved in the organisation of this all important occasion.

Mrs Harris

Year 6 Cake Stall Fundraiser

The next Year 6 fundraising event will be a Cake Stall on Wednesday, 7th August which coincides with our

Open Day during Education Week. All Year 6 students are asked to supply items to be sold at the cake stall.




What a huge term we had with so many success stories on the sporting field. Lugarno Public School students

continue to showcase their talents at the representative level for Sydney East. Special mention must go to

Bailey L, who gained selection in 4 (!!) Sydney East teams: Rugby League, Cross Country, Rugby Union and

Touch. He also represented Georges River District for basketball and AFL. An extremely successful term of

sport for Bailey.

Other students who were selected in Sydney East teams include Diana & Olivia B for basketball and Lukas R

for soccer. An outstanding effort!

Other students who were selected in Georges River District teams include:

Max C, Olivia B, Sienna L, Allie T, Lukas R (Cross Country)

Sienna L, Natasha P (touch)

Natasha P (netball)

Olivia B, Max C (soccer)

Well done to all students who represented the school in sport in Term 2. Your talents and sportsmanship

have not gone unrecognised.

With the Athletics Carnival coming up tomorrow, I am sure we will see other students shining brightly and

we look forward to seeing what you can do in the track and field events.

Special mention to our Stage 1 students who worked hard to develop their hockey skills as part of a hockey

program, and all of our K-2 students who enjoyed the gymnastics program in Term 2.

Stage 2 & 3 school sport have been busy brushing up on their lawn bowls and taekwondo skills and from all

accounts they are learning new skills and having a great time doing so.

Mrs Harris, LPS Sports Coordinator




PSSA Draw Friday 26/07/2019

Netball - BYE

Girls Football v Peakhurst West at Riverwood Park 4

Boys Football v Hurstville South at Olds Park 3

Newcombe Ball v Beverly Hills at Lugarno PS

PSSA Draw Friday 2/08/2019

Netball v Penshurst West at Olds Park

Girls Football v Peakhurst at Riverwood Park3

Boys Football v Kingsgrove at Gannons Park 1

Newcombe Ball v Peakhurst South at Lugarno PS




Notes

Please note that you can download notes from our website. If students need a copy of a note from the office,

there will be a charge of 50c.

Lugarno Public School does not endorse or recommend any of the advertisers in this newsletter. Persons

who utilise the services list in this newsletter are responsible for checking that the advertiser has the

necessary licences, permits and insurance to conduct their business.

Money due for excursions etc

Powerhouse Museum Stage 1 - $30.00 due by 6/08/19 Stage 3 Camp - $100 first instalment due by 26/07/19


Garno’s Adventures with 5/6S

During the last two weeks of term, Garno had the pleasure of spending his time in 5/6S, he was so excited to see what the older students of LPS get up to when they are at school!!

Week 1:

On Monday, Stage 3 attended an excursion to the State Parliament House. Unfortunately, Garno was in the Classroom suffering from Mondayitis. He had a big sleep in…. We told him all about it when we came back and he vowed to always make sure he made an effort on a Monday, so he doesn’t miss out on the fun ever again!

On Tuesday, Garno had a fun day in the classroom learning about ‘How to be

safe around drugs’, alongside 5/6S. He learnt it is important to always speak to someone you trust before taking any medicines.

On Wednesday, Garno joined 5/6S in a Spelling Test. He got 100% on his Spelling Test!!

On Thursday, Garno had a very busy but fun day in 5/6S. Garno joined in with our athletics training and cleared 1.10m in High Jump (with a little bit of help from Max C)! He was really proud of himself because it’s really hard to clear that high. After lunch, Garno enjoyed watching the BBC Ridiculous Rhyme Show. He thought it was really entertaining, silly and funny. In addition to the show, he enjoyed a TV production workshop. He had a really fun time.

On Friday, Garno had another jam-packed day, starting his morning training with the girls’ and boys’ soccer teams, he had a few shots and did really well. Later in the day, Garno had an exciting time with Year 5 and Kindergarten at Buddies. He contributed to a few activities and enjoyed it a lot. Throughout the whole day, Garno was very eager to attend the School Disco. It was ‘Under the Sea’ themed and Garno got dressed in snorkels, a swim cap and some board shorts. He looked very festive and he definitely suited the occasion. He had a fantastic time dancing, selling glow sticks with Year 6 and eating yummy food.

Week 2: On Monday, Garno had a normal day learning in the classroom with 5/6S. He loved learning about our government... Prime Minister Garno has a lovely ring to it!! He also learnt how to participate safely at all times by sitting in lines after recess and lunch. On Tuesday, Garno joined us on the playground at lunch; he really likes coming outside once in a while. His favourite game was playing tips!

On Wednesday, Garno was able to join the whole school in participation of the NAIDOC Week Aboriginal Incursion. He learnt so many interesting things about the Aboriginal culture and their ways of living. He really enjoyed it! On Thursday, Garno joined in on our Life Skills session. Garno and 5/6S learnt about gratitude. When the instructor asked what Garno was most grateful for he said being with the best class in the whole school, 5/6S!! It is safe to say Garno had a crazy two weeks in 5/6S! After a well-deserved break, we are sure Garno will be back, ready for his next adventure!! Written by Olivia B, Jessica M & Sam-Alexis S

CALLING ALL BAKERS

YEAR 6 CAKE STALL FUNDRAISER

SCHOOL OPEN DAY WEDNESDAY 7TH AUGUST

We are asking for donations of all things yummy!

Delivery of items can be made to 5/6S on Tuesday 6th or on the day.

Please label each item with the list of ingredients. Thank you for your support.

We are introducing the Qkr (pronounced

– Quicker) app to reduce costs and make

your life easier.

The Qkr app is a secure payment gateway and aims

to save time, especially if you have more than one

child attending school.

Qkr is a free app that lets parents and carers use

their smartphone to place canteen orders, or make

uniform and fundraising event payments.

Please refer to the attached Qkr – How To Guide

and visit our P&C Website for more information

www.lugarnopandc.org.au/qkr

WHAT ABOUT FLEXISCHOOLS?

You will no longer be able to use Flexischools to place orders after Friday 5th July.

You can Close your Flexischools Account and Flexischools will refund any outstanding balance.

Login to Flexischools desktop site (if on a mobile, go to help then visit desktop site) and click My Profile. Under status choose Close Account.

Or contact Flexischools: 1300 361 769

Introducing Qkr! Our new School Payments App

Qkr! will be live and available for Term 3 orders

Canteen orders will be available up to 2 weeks in advance and close at 9.30am on each canteen day.

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