Week 6 – Friday 22 November 2019

End of Year Festival – Save the Date! This year’s Festival will be held on Friday 6 December – mark the date in your calendars! We are looking forward to another fun-filled afternoon/ evening of performances, rides and activities. The Festival will be held on site at the Dem. If you would like to be involved and volunteer your time, please visit the P&C’s website www.thedempc.com.au and follow the prompts to register your availability. So far 20 parents have already signed up to volunteer, but we are still in need of at least 60 more volunteers to assist with setting up, packing down and serving on stalls. The festival relies heavily on help from the school community, so we hope that you can assist in some way to continue the fantastic events put on at school by the P&C. Rides passes are now available for purchase from Trybooking.com: https://trybooking.com/BGMLB Please see P&C News on pages 9 to 11 for all other important information and local community events.

Working Bee - Sunday 24 November The P&C is making a start on the new Sensory Garden as part of their working bee on Sunday. This garden is being funded by the monies raised from the P&C’s comedy night held earlier in the year. We hope you can spare some time to come along and help. Please see page 10 of this newsletter for more information.

Volunteer Thank You Morning Tea The Dem is very fortunate to have so many parents, carers and friends who are happy to volunteer their time helping children and teachers to make our school a better place. As our way of saying thank you the school will be hosting a morning tea on Wednesday 4 December 2019 in the Staffroom from 10:55am to 11:30am. Invitations were sent home with students this week, however please see page 8 of this newsletter for a copy. Please send your RSVP to the office.

Debating Championships On Tuesday, our North Sydney Bay team participated in an online debate against Hastings Public School. They were on the affirmative side of “That we should ban all advertising aimed at kids”. Despite our team's brilliant debate, Hastings PS claimed the win. On Thursday, our team debated against Oaks Public School, debating the affirmative side of "That schools should devote one day a week to health, fitness and playing sports." This debate was a win for NSDS! Sadly though, our team then lost to Pagewood Public School, debating the affirmative side of "All tests should be banned in primary school". We would like to congratulate Oliva, Romy, Teigan, Jasmine and Sarah for their exemplary debating efforts competing in the 2019 NSW State Championships. We are very proud of the students' high quality debating skills and excellent sportsmanship. Well done girls!

The Dem Newsletter

What’s On In Term 4 2019? Monday 25 November * Swim Scheme program commences * Year 5 preliminary speeches for 2020 Student Elections Tuesday 26 November * Swim Scheme * All-bands Rehearsal 11:25am to 1:25pm at school Wednesday 27 November * Intermediate Band * Swim Scheme * Year 5 final speeches for 2020 Student Elections * K-2 Choir performance at K-2 Assembly 2:15pm in Hall Thursday 28 November * Senior Band * Teeball Training * Swim Scheme * Kindergarten Excursion to the Coal Loader * FULL DRESS REHEARSAL for ANNIE Musical at North Sydney Girls High School Friday 29 November * Junior Band * Oztag Training * Swim Scheme * Performances of ANNIE Musical at NSGHS Monday 2 December * Swim Scheme * All Bands Concert, NORTHS Leagues Club from 6:15pm Tuesday 3 December * Swim Scheme * School Tour – 9:15am from the Office * Year 6 High School Orientation Days (for public high schools)

Positive Behaviour for Learning The survey link for North Sydney Dem’s Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) is still open for parents to offer feedback. https://forms.gle/CJiCeVXfYjfBVYQm6 PBL is a comprehensive, integrated whole school approach to student wellbeing and behaviour. It is a process that supports school leadership teams to create positive learning environments that enable student learning and wellbeing. Further information can be sourced from the PBL website: https://pbl.schools.nsw.gov.au/ Thank you to all students who sent in their designs for the PBL team competition to create a school mascot! We have received an overwhelming amount of entries which the PBL team will now diligently go through to determine a winning design. Good luck team! Student Executive Elections 2020 It's an exciting time for our Year 5 students who are preparing for the upcoming Student Executive Election. They have attended weekly workshops, developed a leadership portfolio and have written a speech as part of the leadership development program. Elections will be held on Monday 25 November and Wednesday 27 November next week. The process is as follows:

• Year 5 will vote on the candidates in the preliminary round on Monday 25 November • The top 20 students receiving votes from students and teachers from the preliminary round will progress to the

final round • Years 4, 5 and 6 will vote on the 20 candidates in the final elections on Wednesday 27 November • The student executive team will be determined by a combination of their scores on their portfolios and votes

received • Students will be advised of the outcome • The successful candidates will be announced to the school and community on the last day of term, Wednesday

18 December, when we say goodbye to our outgoing Student Executive and welcome in our Executive for 2020. •

We wish all candidates the best of luck next week! Talent Fest Each year, students are invited to participate in the annual Talent Fest! Dates have been set for each grade and performances will take place during regular class time. Students are invited to perform either as a solo artist or as part of a group with friends from their year. All performances are judged by SRC representatives from another grade who will select 1x solo act and 1x group act to participate in a Talent Fest Finale on Monday 16 December. Further information will be sent home with students next week regarding their grade Talent Fest. Annie, The Musical is Here!! It is so exciting to know that Annie is just around the corner. Everyone has worked hard to be ready for this event. Next Thursday will be the full day rehearsal at North Sydney Girls High School followed by the two performances on Friday 29 November. Tickets are still available, so make sure you visit the Trybooking link https://www.trybooking.com/BFVEB if you haven’t yet purchased your ticket. I look forward to seeing you all next Friday to watch our talented musical team!

Congratulations to all the students who were successful in the ballot draw to attend the matinee performance of Annie next. Please return your acceptance notes and make sure payment of the $15 ticket is made by Monday. It’s great that so many of you will be able to enjoy the early performance with your classmates. NSW Public Schools Drama Ensemble Program in 2020 The NSW Public Schools Weekly Drama Ensemble program is now open for applications. If you are a student in a NSW public school who will be in Years 5-12 in 2020 you are welcome to apply. The program meets every Wednesday at The Arts Unit in Lewisham from 5-7pm during term times in Terms 2 and 3 and will perform at the State Drama Festival in October in Term 4. Students will work with some of the state’s best teachers and theatre practitioners to devise original works to enhance their experience and skills in the art of drama. If you are interested in this program, please visit the The Arts Unit for more information and details on how to apply: https://www.artsunit.nsw.edu.au/drama/weekly-ensembles

Swim Scheme Program The swim scheme program starts on Monday. If your child is participating, it is important that you read the reminder information on page 4 of this newsletter. This information has been previously sent home with your child. Spell-a-thon Congratulations to the following classes for their Spellathon efforts this year:

• K-2: Teddy and Medal prize for most accurate: 2JD, 1LJ, KNB and KFB • K-2: Pizza party for most funds raised: KFB, KNB and 2WF • 3-6: Trophy and Bear prize for most accurate: 4DH and 5CB • 3-6: Pizza party for most funds raised: 3FM and 5KC

Myra Wearne, Principal myra.janes@det.nsw.edu.au

LIBRARY NEWS All books need to be returned to the library by Friday 29 November 2019. Borrowing will resume in 2020. Elizabeth.j.williams@det.nsw.edu.au

SCHOOL NEWS

K-2 Choir performance at assembly: 27 November 2019 at 2:15pm To end a fantastic year of the K-2 Choir, we will be finishing up with a final performance at the K-2 assembly in week 7 (Wednesday 27 November at 2:15pm). Parents, if you would like to join us, please meet us in the school hall at 2:15pm for our last hurrah!

School Term Dates for students: Last day of Term 4 2019 K- 6 students: Wednesday 18 December 2019.

First day of Term 1 2020 Years 1- 6 students: Wednesday 29 January 2020.

Kindergarten 2020 families will receive an email with starting details in December 2019.

Register Kindergarten 2020 students ASAP so they can attend orientation in November.

Term 4 Statements of Account Before making a payment for an item please check that: your child will be attending the event (especially regarding end of year activities); you have not already paid for this item. Thank you.

The School Photographer You can order additional photos online at www.theschoolphotographer.com.au or call the School Photographer for more information on 9674 9824.

for band, flag & library monitor, house captain, student executive and Year 6 fun photos use the access code: 19S1426VT37N

for student and class photos use the access code: X1426VT37N

School Travel Students should be using their Student Opal Cards for school travel only

and must tap on at the start and tap off at the end of each trip as a

condition of use of their card.

FABStar! FABStar! is an initiative to recognise positive behaviours in the playground. A FABStar! slip was drawn from all the students who received FABstar! slips in recognition of their positive behaviour on the playground last week.

This week’s K-2 FABSTAR!s are Paul, Shawn and Kriyansh in Kindy! They found money in the playground and handed it in to the teacher on duty!

This week’s 3-6 FABSTAR! is Jason from Year 5.

He is receiving this award for demonstrating care

and respect for himself by displaying calm and

well-mannered behaviour throughout

lunchtime.

Keep up the great work boys!

BAND NEWS In the lead up to our final concerts this year, please ensure that students arrive on time to rehearsals to ensure an effective rehearsal. Students are expected to arrive no later than 7:45am. End of Year Concert All of our bands are preparing for their End of Year Concert! Family and friends are welcome to join us at Norths League Club, Cammeray on Monday 2nd December at 6:30pm. Band students should arrive no later than 6pm. Tickets for the event are now available to purchase online* at https://www.trybooking.com/BFUMM

Children under 12 - free Children under 18 - $12.50 Adults - $15 Family tickets (four people) - $45

*Please note that only a limited number of tickets will be on sale on the night. Only cash will be accepted on the night for these tickets. Adults $20, Children over 12 $15. No group tickets. Additional Rehearsal for Band Students All current band students will be required to attend rehearsals for the end of the year concert on Tuesday 26 November. Rehearsals will run during school time between 11:25am and 1:25. Please ensure that your child has their instrument with them. Instruments Available In 2020, there will be no hiring program through NSDS for instruments (with the exception of large brass instruments). A number of flutes, clarinets and alto saxophones are available. If you are interested in purchasing a pre-loved school instrument, please email Kate Crilly kate.crilly@det.nsw.edu.au. A guide to the instruments and prices is below. For most instruments, we cannot be sure of the age. Instruments have been regularly serviced.

Clarinets (approx $80)

Cornets (approx $400)

Flutes (most at approx. $300)

Alto Saxophones (limited number at $250, most $400)

Join the NSDS Band in 2020! On Wednesday, 23rd October, teachers from Directions in Music spoke to Year 2 students about joining the NSDS Junior Band in 2020. If you would like your child to begin lessons and join the school band, you will need to complete the application form available on the next page. For additional information, visit http://www.directionsinmusic.com.au/ or call the Directions in Music office on 9662 2211. Older students are also welcome to apply. Please contact Directions in Music to discuss your options.

P&C News

Some dates for your diary:

Sunday Nov 24: Working Bee. Please come and help to tidy the school grounds before the End of Year Festival. We will also be setting up the garden beds for the new Sensory Garden using funds raised at the Comedy Night this year. Please contact Lucy at SARTOL6@hotmail.com if you have any ideas or suggestions. See next page.

Friday Dec 6: End of Year Festival. Children are dancing and there will be rides and food. Thank you to the 20 parents who have already volunteered. Without help from the school community our festivals cannot go ahead. We still need 60 more people who can spare an hour or two with setting up in the afternoon or serving on a stall. Please help us make this a fantastic event and sign up at www.thedempc.com.au. See flyer.

The P&C will be raising money for those effected by the recent bushfires at the End of Year Festival. Please keep an eye out for our donation buckets at the festival stalls. If you can spare a few dollars it would be greatly appreciated by those who have lost everything.

Thursday Dec 12: P&C meeting. 6.30pm in the school library. Note: Moved to Thursday due to Year 6 dinner on Wednesday 11 December.

If you want to get in touch, please email: president@thedempc.com.au

UNIFORM SHOP The Uniform Shop sells new and second-hand school uniforms.

Regular opening hours during School Term: Monday 8.30am – 9.30am;

Tuesday 8.30am – 9.30am;

Wednesday 8.30am – 9.30am;

Friday 8.30am – 9.30am and 2.30pm – 4pm. Email uniform orders to DemUniformShop@gmail.com See: http://www.thedempc.com.au/uniform-shop/ for more information.

LOST PROPERTY Please check Lost Property (located in the Pacific Building near the

Uniform Shop) for items you may have lost!

TUCKSHOP Hot food can only be ordered through Munch Monitor. Steps to set-up your Munch Monitor account:

1. Go to: www.munchmonitor.com/Account/Login 2. New users need to register

(school ID is “nsds”; school password is munch2060”) Munch Monitor questions email: info@munchmonitor.com

See: http://www.thedempc.com.au/tuck-shop/ for more information

Dem Community News

NSWPS Millennium Marching Band open rehearsal on Saturday 30 November 2019. Rehearsals are one weekend a month (Saturday & Sunday 9:00am-3:30pm) at Galston High School and the band is open to students in Year 7-12. Students can apply for the 2020 NSWPS Millennium Marching Band via the below link. Contact Katrina Andrus (0409 929 908) or katrina.andrus@det.nsw.edu.au https://www.artsunit.nsw.edu.au/nsw-public-schools-millennium-marching-band-2020-application-form

North Sydney Kids Theatre Company are looking for featured dancers & singers. Rehearsals in Hunters Hill; Auditions on Sun 24 November. Email: ddpadance@gmail.com

Christmas Club for children K-6 at St Thomas’ Anglican Church on 19 and 20 December (T4 pupil-free days at Dem). Each day is from 8:30am – 3:30pm at just $50 per child for two days or $30 per child per day. https://www.st-thomas.org.au/event/christmas-club/ or call 8908 4800 for more details.

Chess classes at the Dem run on Wednesday mornings before school. Contact Sydney Academy of Chess at enrol.sydneyacademyofchess.com.au or call (02) 9745 1170.

North Sydney United welcome all ages and abilities: Boys, girls, men and women from U6 to Over 45's. Website: www.northsydneyunited.com.au

Did you want to be a Host Family? Contact Student Exchange - (02) 9997 0700 www.studentexchange.org.au

or WEP - 1300 884 733 info@wep.org.au

New edition now available: http://nsw.childsafetyhub.com.au/handbook/

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