Growing Stronger and Smarter every day. 13th

November 2012

Find us at Bell Street, Speers Point Principal , Chris Payne

www. speerspt-p.schools.nsw.edu.au Ph. 4958 1230 Fax. 4958 2478

Principal’s Message

Lip Dub

I am hoping by now that everyone has seen the green

permission note for our school “lip dub” video

currently in production. Please return these

permission slips as soon as possible.

Putting it shortly, this is a big project which is being

created by some of our senior students. While the

students are creating this video, the idea is to

showcase our school. As we lock down the plan for the

video, more details will be released and community are

warmly invited to join us on the day of filming.

Carols and Thank You

Please note that the date for our “Carols on the Lawn”

event has been changed to 6pm on Thursday 13th

December. With more information coming soon, I just

want to give advanced noticed that this is a family

event, with BYO picnics.

Part of the carols event will involve a raffle. I would like

to thank Speers Point’s newest café, Custom Expresso

for donations to our raffle, along with the great support

from Pippi’s and Shoal Bay Resort.

Uniform

There is no doubt that our students look great when

they are in full school uniform. Please be aware that

the uniform includes black shoes and our school hats.

Full uniform not only looks the part, but helps students

build pride in themselves and their appearance.

Attendance

While the holidays are coming, it is important to

remember that teachers are currently completing

assessments and reports of our students. Please

support us in stressing the importance of solid

attendance as we see out the year.

Have a great week

Chris Payne

K/3MB News

Where do eggs come from? What else do chickens give us that we eat? How many fruits or vegetables can we have? Well if you were in K/3MB you would know these answers. Our study of “Farm to Table” has helped us clarify our thoughts and identify what we eat and discuss why we eat them.

Speers Point Public School Parent Newsletter

Term 4 Week 6

Speers Point Public School Parent Newsletter

Term 4 Week 6

Car Creations in KB During Term 3 and 4 students in KB have explored various materials and have also been developing an understanding of how things move. We read a fantastic book called, “Minton goes Driving” by Anna Fienberg. In this story Minton builds a car out of recycled materials. We decided it looked like a fun challenge, so we have started building our own cars. Take a look!

Gymnastics During Term 4 all students at Speers Point Public School have the opportunity to participate in Gymnastics. This program is run by a trained professional as part of the Activated Sports Program. Please don’t forget to pay each Friday! It is only $4.50 per week or $36 for the 8 weeks.

Kindergarten Orientation with the K2Bees

Over the past five Thursdays we have been very busy learning all about life at “big” school. All students have had time to meet their future Year 6 Buddies, learn the school routines and familiarise themselves with the teacher’s at Speers Point Public School. On Thursday, November 15th, 2012 all new Kindergarten families and current students from Kindergarten to Year 2 will be participating in a Teddy Bear’s Picnic at Speer’s Point Park, we hope to see you all there!

Speers Point Public School Parent Newsletter

Term 4 Week 6

Recycling Workshop On Monday 13th November KB and K3MB attended a Recycling Workshop ran by Lake Macquarie Council. We all had a great time learning about what is items are considered recycling and what things are garbage. We also learnt a fun slogan called, “ARRR – Avoid, Reduce, Reuse + Recycle!” Miss Bissett and Mrs Milson-Black

Upcoming Events

Date Event

14th November Swimming Scheme Car Wash – Year 6 Fundraiser

15th Swimming Scheme Teddy Bears Picnic – Kinder 2013, K-2 & families

16th Swimming Scheme Gym

19th Swimming Scheme

20th Swimming Scheme P & C Meeting

21st Swimming Scheme

22nd Swimming Scheme

23rd Swimming Scheme Gym

Swim School 2012 During Week 6 and 7 students in Years 2, 3 and 4 and students from the Special Education Unit are participating in a Learn to Swim Program. Each afternoon students involved, walked down to Speers Point Swimming Pool at 2pm to learn and extend their swimming skills. Please remember to pay your $3.00 each day or $30 for the two weeks and remember your swimming gear!

Speers Point Public School Parent Newsletter

Term 4 Week 6

Year 6 T-Shirt/Wyee Camp Refund We have received an excursion subsidy; therefore a decision has been made to reimburse $20 to all students who attended the Wyee Camp. Parents will also receive refunds for the Year 6 T-Shirts. Cheques will be posted this week. It would be appreciated if you could present these cheques to the bank as soon as possible. Thank You Robyn Bowtell Staff Profile

Hi, I'm Elizabeth Cobcroft and I am the Assistant Principal at Speers Point Public School. I have worked at SPPS for almost 2 years and have enjoyed my 'sea change.' I have thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to teach 2/3E this year, it has been excellent!! We have had

some wonderful learning experiences; making sushi, participating in Cultural Days, the School Concert and Jump Rope for Heart as well as learning how to draw like famous artists just to name a few. This term in HSIE we are covering the unit 'Celebrations' where the children will learn about not only Australian celebrations but also those from around the world - Chinese New Year, Ramadan, Halloween and many more. At the conclusion of the unit we will be having our own celebration - to celebrate an excellent year and the excellent achievements of everyone in 2/3E. Birthdays Wishing the following students a very Happy Birthday! Alaska H 14th November Shakayla C 18th Harley T 18th Dominic B 20th P & C News

Carols on the lawn Thursday 13th December starting at 5.30 Bring a picnic dinner, drinks, battery operated candles and glow products will be available to purchase on the night our children will perform Christmas carols and Santa will be paying a visit, bring the family and get into the Christmas spirit. New Christmas Raffle this year Major prize is 2nights accommodation at Shoal Bay Spa and Resort Valued @ $812.00, as well as other prizes vouchers for custom espresso, hair care hamper, BBQ hamper and more to come tickets are $2 each books will be sent home soon.

Canteen Roster

Date Volunteer

Wed 14th November K Boulton

Thu 15th CLOSED

Fri 16th G Jaques & M Rees

Mon 19th K Hume

Tue 20th CLOSED

Wed 21st D Keeble

Thu 22nd CLOSED

Fri 23rd T Pettigrew & S Clifford

Mon 26th K Lister

Tue 27th CLOSED

Speers Point Public School Parent Newsletter

Term 4 Week 6

Canteen Pizza Day! On Thursday 22nd November the canteen will be having a Pizza Day. Order forms have been sent home and need to be returned before Monday 19th November. Canteen will be closed the last week of school Term for cleaning. Parent Information Updating Contact Details If you have recently changed address, phone numbers or emergency details it is very important to update this information with our office staff. Please phone the school ASAP. 49581230 Holiday camps are a great way for kids—7-12 years or 13 and over—to have an adventure and make new friends in a supervised environment. Packages include accommodation, activities and meals. Bookings are now open at camps across NSW. Find out more: http://www.dsr.nsw.gov.au/kidscamps/ Changing schools Research shows that when parents take the time to get children ready for a change of school they settle in quickly. Find out what to do if you’re planning to make the move, whether across town or interstate. Go to: http://www.schoolatoz.nsw.edu.au/wellbeing/development/smoothing-the-way-when-your-child-changes-schools

Glendale Junior Rubgy League Football Club (Glendale Gorillas) will be holding a 2013 Pre-Season Registration Day on Sunday 18 November 2012 from 10.00 am - 1.00 pm at Edgeworth Sports and Recreation Club, 1A Park Street, Edgeworth. This is for all age groups - Under 6's to Under 18's. If you are a new player to the Club you will need to bring your birth certificate with you. Everyone must bring a parent to sign forms and pay a $50 deposit or be wait listed. Enquiries can be made by emailing gorillas-registrar@hotmail.com or phoning Neil Davies (President) on 0403280258, Lynette Adamson (Registrar) on 0408642601, or Debbie Campbell (Secretary) on 0411677727. You can also get more details from the Club Website at http://www.sportingpulse.com/club_info.cgi?clubID=102874&c=7-2358-0-0-0.