RICHMOND PUBLIC SCHOOL NEWSLETTER Thank you to Richmond Public School’s P & C for their sponsorship of our school Newsletter

Term 2 – Week 9 Thursday 27 June, 2019

115 Windsor Street RICHMOND NSW 2753 Email: richmond-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Phone: 4578 2027 Fax: 4588 5886

“To Strive for Excellence”

Important Dates

Friday, 28 June Year 3-6Athletics Carnival

Tuesday, 2 July Touchdown Morning Tea & Public

Speaking Display

Thursday, 4 July to Friday, 5 July

Stage 3 Canberra Excursion

Friday, 5 July Café 2.30pm

Friday, 5 July Last Day Term 2

Tuesday, 23 July First Day Term 3

Last Day of Term 2

The last day of Term 2 is Friday 5 July, 2019. Our educational journey continues for students Kindergarten – Year 6 on:

Tuesday 23 July, 2019.

Thank you to all parents/carers who have assisted within the school this term, from being valuable members of the school’s P&C to parents/carers who volunteer in the library covering books. All aspects play a pivotal role is ensuring Richmond Public School is successful.

Education Week Celebrations “Celebrating Grandparents”

On Monday, 5 August 2019, Richmond Public School will be celebrating Education Week. The draft plan for the week includes an open classroom opportunity, a concert, recess with your child/children and a K-2 Sports Day (11:40am – 1:30pm). Later that week, Stage Two will be enjoying themselves at their first overnight camp. In addition to performing at our school concert, the Recorder Ensemble, Choir and Dance Group, will be on display at Richmond Marketplace on Wednesday, 7 August 2019. Further information will be going home early in Term 3.

Mathematics Computation Quizzes

Date Stage Skill

16 May -

30 May

K

-0, -1 and -2 without pictures

+ to 10 or less without pictures

Year 1

+10 and -10 Double numbers up to 30

Year 2

+100 and -100 Double numbers up to 100

Years

3-6

X12 and ÷12 X4 and ÷4

Touchdown Morning Tea

Congratulations to the many students who will receive their Touchdown Certificates on Tuesday, 2 July. It is wonderful that Richmond Public School’s Child Wellbeing Policy and our Positive Behaviour for Learning processes are so valued by all students and families. I was very busy signing all of the certificates; a task I thoroughly enjoy as I track our successful students. Our Positive Behaviour for Learning process is so highly valued by the students that I have many students coming up to me in the playground informing me that they will be attending our Touchdown Morning Tea. In addition, the handing out of bronze and silver awards will occur next week, indicating that the student has not had a Reflection session all term or, in many cases, for two terms. Again, I have students coming up to me to inform me that they will be receiving a bronze or silver award and we celebrate this achievement. All of this could not be possible without the support of our parents and carers who celebrate their child’s achievements and ensure there is a strong link between the school and home. I thank you for this strong support.

Program to improve safety around School zones “Safety First” campaign

Hawkesbury City Council is launching a “Safety First” campaign to improve pedestrian safety in and around school zones. During the first two weeks of Term 3, Council’s Community Enforcement officers will be attending schools to speak with parents and distribute brochures outlining common illegal parking behaviour within school zones and the associated penalties. The Officers will also give warning to parents/drivers who are parking illegally within the school zone (unless there is a blatant safety breach). After the education period, a zero-tolerance approach will be applied. Where the driver of any vehicle is found to be illegally parked around the school will be issued with a penalty notice, which also includes 2 demerit points if within a school zone. Community Enforcement officers will provide extra patrols during the morning school drop-off and the afternoon pickup times to reinforce responsible driver behaviour. Council will further support this important community initiative by developing targeted information and education for our school community. Council’s Community Safety Coordinator will be working with us to develop and implement programs and strategies to address identified road safety issues around Richmond school.

Rotary Public Speaking Challenge

On Monday 17 June, 2019, Kai C from 6D participated in the Rotary Primary Public Speaking Challenge for 2019. He represented our school at a special dinner hosted by the Richmond Rotary Club and presented a speech on the topic, ‘Learning from the Past’. Kai was able to engage his listening audience through the use of humour and personal anecdotes, along with factual information about innovations and scientific developments from our current world. We were very pleased with Kai’s effort on the night and we hope that he continues to pursue public speaking opportunities in the future. Well done, Kai!

Apps for Learning

There are a number of good websites to assist students with their learning. Investigate the sites below to assist your child/children:

www.smartappsforkids.com/

www.bestappsforkids.org/

www.abc.net.au/abcforkids/sites/playschool/about/apps/

www.australianmuseum.net.au/BlogPost/Web-2U/How-to-Choose-iPhone-Apps-for-Kids

Don’t forget to also download the terrific free Department of Education app available at School A to Z at: www.schoolatoz.nsw.edu.au/about/mobile-applications

Reading with your Child at Home When your kids see you reading and writing in everyday life – whether reading for pleasure, sharing a story with them or making a shopping list – it teaches them that they are useful skills. Here are some things you can do at home to help your kids with reading. Find out more: http://www.schoolatoz.nsw.edu.au/en/homework-and-study/english/english-tips/reading-with-your-child-at-home

CONNECT Program Transition to Kindergarten 2020 (Reminder)

Our CONNECT Kindergarten Transition Program is again being implemented at Richmond Public School. This is a very valuable program as it assists our new kindergraten students adjust to ‘big school’. During the program, the students borrow from the library, become familiar with the school environment, meet the teachers and the Principal and participate in many of the activities that they will be involved in next year. The CONNECT Program will begin in Term 3. The program begins at 9.10am and will conclude at 11.00am. All 2020 Kindergarten students and parent/caregivers are to meet in the new hall. I will advise of the actual starting date when it is available.

Lisa McGrath Relieving Principal

P&C News The P&C would like to apologise for the cancellation of this week’s meeting, and thank any parent who had intentions of coming. We hope to see you next term. Thank you to all the families who have and are yet to bring in any Earn and Learn stickers. You can still bring them in if you have any at home as we are yet to send them off. Can’t wait to see what learning resources will come in for the children. Term 3 has some exciting events planned, for example Richmond Public schools first ever colour run a-thon (23rd August) and our Father’s Day stalls and Breakfast (August 29th and 30th). Please keep an eye out for all notes coming home next term. Have a safe 2 week holidays and look forward to seeing everyone in term 3.

Canteen News On the 19th June the canteen passed its yearly Council inspection and has been rated with 5 stars – the highest expected level of compliance with hygiene and food safety standards. Thank you to our wonderful volunteers that assist us with maintaining this high rating. Thank you to all the families who have supported the canteen throughout term 2, we look forward to serving you all once again in term 3. I’d also like to thank Mr Chia and the student helpers who assisted this term. You all did a wonderful job and should be very proud of the way you have conducted yourselves whilst working in the canteen. The Canteen will be open right up to and including the last day of this term, Friday 5th July. The canteen will be open for Term 3 from Wednesday 24th July. From the beginning of Term 3, a new hot dish ‘Bolognaise Baked Potato’ will be added to our menu for $3.60. This delicious dish consists of a baked potato, smothered in a tasty bolognaise sauce and finished off with melted cheese, warming our bellies through the chilly winter months.

Spotlight on…….Pies, Mini Pies & Sausage Rolls!

As the cool of winter continues, it’s the perfect time to stay warm with our range of Pies, Mini Pies and Sausage rolls. As we are now a Healthy School Canteen, we stock the Mrs Mac’s Lighten Up range. This range is a healthier option with reduced fat and sodium, made with 100% Australian beef wrapped in crispy, golden pastry. These foods are an occasional food under the NSW Government Healthy Guidelines.

Rainbow of Food Recipe – Green Kiwifruit Bircher Muesli (www.taste.com)

Kiwifruit is a nutritional gem that is packed with vitamin C, vitamin E, dietary fibre and is at its best during the winter months. Kiwifruit bircher muesli Combine vanilla yoghurt, tropical muesli, milk and chopped kiwifruit. On top drizzle some honey and top with almonds, walnuts and any other seasonal fruit you like. Don’t forget to download the Flexischools app and create an account so you can order online and have exclusive access to specials that I will be offering from time to time. We have some items that are available until stocks last that are not listed on the printed menu. Nadine