Issue No 18 Term 3 Week 5 Date 21 August 2020

We make a difference, every child matters every day.

A note from Mrs Swanson - Principal

Revised COVID-19 Updates This week we were asked to further revise some of our preventative practices at school. For us, this meant that we had to put choir and band on hold, as well as limiting interactions between grades when in confined spaces. Additionally, there have been stricter expectations around staff and student illness. In accordance with advice from NSW Health, parents and carers are reminded not to send children to school if they are unwell, even if they have the mildest flu-like symptoms. Schools will make arrangements for students who present as unwell or have flu like symptoms to be sent home, with the expectation that they will be tested for COVID-19. These symptoms include but are not limited to: Fever (37.50 or higher) Cough Sore/scratchy throat Shortness of breath Loss of smell/taste Nausea / Vomiting Fatigue Runny nose Joint Pain Headache Diarrhoea Notifications of absences must include a reason i.e. symptoms. Notifications via Dojo or class teachers will not be accepted, they must come through the school office. Skoolbag, email,phone and written notes are all acceptable forms of communication.

Parenting Corner This week: Staying the course in COVID times

School Photos

It was lovely to see all ABPS students and staff

ready for school photos yesterday. These

photos should be returned to us and sent home

early next term.

Lost Property

Our lost property pile has grown significantly

over the past few weeks. Items that had an

identifiable name on them have been returned.

We also ask you to check any jumpers or

jackets that you may have at home to see if

they belong to you. If you have an item that

doesn't belong to you, could you please return

to school so that we can pass them onto their

owner.

Debating Team - Virtual Debate

On Thursday, we had our 2nd debate against

Grahamstown Public School. Our topic was

"That children should stay home 1 day per

week and be taught by parents." The debate

was well argued by both sides, however

Grahamstown came out on top. Our 1st speaker

was Josh B, our 2nd speaker was Emily G, our

3rd was Phoenix A, and the 4th was Mitchell L

(the time-keeper was Jasper P).

Issue No 19 Term 3 Week 5 Date 21 August 2020

Anna Bay Public School’s PBL Expectations

COURTEOUS means:

Be polite

Be respectful

Treat others

kindly

Being COOPERATIVE means

Right place, right time

Stay calm

We do as we

are asked

Work together

READY TO LEARN means

Be prepared

Try your best

Look and listen

well

GOTCHA’S

KH Lukah 3P Kylah

KB Aubree 3/4K Sophia

KR Havana 4R Jade

1A Jeevani 5CC Isla

1C Annie 5/6B Lowan

1/2V Calvin 6L Josh

2M Taiyah

2/3W Zara Library Emily G

IGA Rewards Program From every product you buy displaying the Community Chest symbol, a percentage is donated to the School P & C. Please support your local IGA Store.

Canteen Corner

We encourage you to order your child’s lunch online at https://myschoolconnect.com.au/

or download the ‘my school connect’ app for free from the app store.

Canteen Roster -Term 3 Week 6 Mon 20/08 Bec Tues 21/08 HELP NEEDED Wed 22/08 Amanda Thurs 23/08 HELP NEEDED Fri 24/08 Nicole

We make a difference, every child matters every day.

P&C Association

The next P&C meeting will be held on Tuesday 25th August at 5.30pm Due to current restrictions the meeting location has changed to Birubi Point Surf Club. All attendees are to bring their mobile phones so the Birubi Point Surf Club can register your attendance as per their COVID-19 Management Plan.

Sensory Donation

We would like to thank the St Vincent De Paul Society for their recent donation of a sensory oasis.

The donation consisted of a teepee tent and a suitcase filled with a variety of sensory items.

Many of these items are already being enjoyed by students.

Issue No 19 Term 3 Week 5 21 August 2020

Congratulations to last week’s virtual assembly award recipients

Kyah, Kai & Levi Jasper, Amber & Mitchell

Ava, Elijah & Olivia

Lundi, Ellie & William

Jack, Thomas & Boston Anabel, Luke and Mia

Molly, Travis & Bailey

Greg, Aurellia & Michael Ella, Emerald & Hunter

Noah, Narlu & Lachlan Mathew, Lachlan & Kiara Tobi & Tyla

Adam, Lachy & Denzel Samantha, Riley & Kaelam