Normanhurst News · 2020-03-11 · Monies raised by these events directly benefit the school - our most recent projects, the lower playground Astro-turf, new smart boards for the

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Normanhurst News

Term 1 Week 7 11 March 2020

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Principal’s Report

Dear Parents and Carers, Zone Swimming Carnival The Beecroft Zone Swimming Carnival was held last Friday 6 March. Congratulations to the students who participated and represented our school proudly. Special congratulations to Fletcher B, Will K and Daniel O who achieved a place in their respective events and will now represent the zone in the Sydney North Area Carnival later this month. Thank you to Ms Moore who attended the carnival with our students and a very big thank you to Ms De Palo who is the Beecroft Zone Swimming Convenor again this year, meaning she organised this carnival for all schools involved.

Process for raising concerns It is generally appropriate to make an appointment time if you need to meet with a staff member, as they have many commitments to meetings, duties and extra-curricular activities before and after class time. By making a time to meet they will be able to respond to your enquiry appropriately. Appointments can be made by phoning the school office on 9489 1152; emailing the school at [email protected] marked attention to the relevant staff member; or sending a note with your child.

DATE EVENT

Thursday 12 March 2020 Selective High School Test (Year 6)

Friday 13 March 2020 Movie Night (from 5.30 p.m.)

Monday 16 March 2020 P&C Meeting (from 7.30 p.m.)

Thursday 19 March 2020 K-6 Assembly (11.30 a.m.)

NOTES SENT HOME

Tuesday 10 March 2020 Cross Country Carnival (K-6)

Email: [email protected] Website: www.normanhurs-p.schools.nsw.edu.au

Phone: 9489 1152 Fax: 9489 3257

mailto:[email protected]


http://www.normanhurs-p.schools.nsw.edu.au/


Enquiries related to your child’s learning or wellbeing or general enquiries in regard to the class should be directed to the class teacher or relevant RFF or support teacher in the first instance. If your enquiry is broader or you feel it has not been addressed to your satisfaction, you are then able to direct it to the appropriate Assistant Principal (Early Stage 1 & Stage 1 – Ms Williams; Stage 2 – Ms De Palo; Stage 3 – Mr Sheridan). Where appropriate, the Assistant Principal will then involve me in the process of addressing the issue. If you have an issue of a sensitive nature, you may wish to address this with me directly but please keep in mind resolving it may require the staff involved to be informed about your concerns. Please note email should not be used for complex matters – these are best discussed face-to-face by making an appointment. Coronavirus Update The NSW Department of Education is working closely with The NSW Ministry of Health in response to the unfolding international COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus) situation. As communicated last week, the Federal Government has issued updated travel restrictions. Current advice is that any student who has left, or transited through, mainland China since 1 February, Iran since 1 March or the Republic of Korea (South Korea) since 5 March is excluded from school for 14 days from the date they left these areas. Any confirmed case of COVID-19 will be excluded until they are medically cleared to return. Close contacts of a confirmed case of COVID-19 will be excluded for 14 days since last contact with the confirmed case. The NSW Ministry of Health has processes to identify any close contacts of cases confirmed in Australia. Consistent with current guidelines, students who are unwell with respiratory illness should remain at home until symptoms resolve and parents should seek advice from their practitioner as to whether testing for COVID-19 is appropriate. Please note that since the emergence of this issue we have reiterated the importance of teachers ensuring appropriate handwashing before eating and have ensured cleaning staff are checking the availability of soap each day. We will work closely with The NSW Department of Education in regard to any developments and act according to their protocols and instruction. Please note that any decision to close a school within our system is not made by an individual school. Movie Night We are looking forward to the P & C Movie Night to be held this Friday evening from 5.30 p.m. At this stage the forecast is for a lovely evening so it should be a great event! Selective High School Test Those Year 6 students who applied to sit the Selective High School Test will do so tomorrow, Thursday 12 March. The test centre for our students who are sitting the test is Normanhurst Boys High School. Students need to arrive by 9.00 a.m. and the test will conclude at approximately 1.30 p.m. Parents are required to arrange transportation to and from the test venue. All parents should have received advice from the Department of Education High Performing Students Team regarding the arrangements. Information can also be accessed at: https://education.nsw.gov.au/public-schools/selective-high-schools-and-opportunity-classes/year-7 Classroom Visits During the last week I have visited 3J, 4R and 2I and participated in their literacy or numeracy sessions. It was wonderful to see the excellent writing work students in Stage 2 were completing and the brilliant number skills students demonstrated in the Stage 1 lesson. Positive Behaviour for Learning During this fortnight all classes are revising expectations for our playground and how our three school values relate to this setting. The Week 6 recipients of our PBL draw were Eli B, Declan F and Matthew G.

Merit Certificates Congratulations to the following students who received a merit certificate at last week’s assembly:


Kind regards, Amber Gorrell Principal ________________________________________________________________________________________

Cross Country

From this week, students will be training each day for the Cross Country to be held in Week 10. Could you please ensure appropriate footwear (i.e. joggers/running shoes) and a water bottle are packed in their bag every day. They are still required to wear their black shoes to school each day. We look forward this carnival in the coming weeks. Mr Rosewarn & Ms Bell Cross Country Coordinators

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Harmony Day

Harmony Day: Picture a World in Harmony Harmony Day 2020 will be celebrated at Normanhurst Public School on Friday 20 March. Students are encouraged to wear ‘a touch of orange’ with their school uniform or dress in an outfit that represents their personal cultural heritage. The SRC will collect a gold coin donation from each student to purchase a ‘buddy bench’ for the school and our 2020 friendship initiative. We look forward to seeing the colours, dress and culture of our students on display.

Ms Jones

SRC Coordinator

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Dance News

2020 Stage 1 Dance Group Expression of Interest We are very excited to announce that this year, Normanhurst will be offering a Stage 1 Dance Group for students in Years 1 and 2. Being involved in Dance at Normanhurst is a wonderful opportunity that gives students a chance to showcase their talents and be part of a wonderful team. Students in Years 1-2 who would like to join the dance group are to meet with Ms Veldon and Ms Bell on Thursday 19 March in KV at first half of lunch. Looking forward to sensational year of dance at Normanhurst. Ms Veldon and Ms Bell Dance Coordinators

For Being Responsible Rory D KP Willow M KS Eliana G 1C Sara C 1F Arjun G 1K Elisa Z 2I Hazel N 2T

For Being Respectful Jason T KP Samuel S KS Reija J KV Eleanor D 1C Braxton C 1F Amaya D 1K Nathaniel J 2I Malachy G 2T

For Striving for Success Jake M KP Alexander L KS Isaac O 1F Rennah D 1K Alison L 2I Jenny P 2T


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P&C News

Welcome Movie Night Friday 13 March from 5.30 p.m.

P&C Meeting Monday 16 March 7.30 p.m.

Our welcome movie night will be held this Friday 13 March from 5.30 p.m. The “Secret Life of Pets 2” will be on the big screen under the COLA and the P&C will be running a BBQ with plenty of drinks and snacks for purchase on the night. Attendance to the movie is free, so please bring your picnic rugs and cushions (we kindly request if you bring them only low-style beach chairs are to be positioned towards the back of the theatre or around the perimeter please). Thank you to the Westleigh Rural Fire Service who are bringing a fire-engine for the children to have a look at, please bring your gold coin donation to support our local volunteer fire service. Thank you to all of the parents who have already returned their P&C volunteer forms. As a small school, your help is greatly appreciated in assisting the P&C in fundraising activities. Monies raised by these events directly benefit the school - our most recent projects, the lower playground Astro-turf, new smart boards for the classrooms and new fans for the school hall are good examples of what our P&C fundraise for, so whether it’s time or money that you would like to pledge to this great cause, please return your form (as attached in today’s newsletter) and be involved. Our next P&C Meeting is next Monday evening in the Staffroom (end of the COLA near the library). This is an opportunity for all parents and carers to have your say and be involved in activities in our school. Please come and join our friendly conversation.

Notice of Meeting Agenda Normanhurst Public School P&C Week 8 Term 1

Venue: NPS Staffroom Date: Monday 16 March 2020, 7.30 p.m.

1. Welcome and formal opening

2. Apologies

3. Minutes of the previous meeting (receipt/amendments/adoption)

4. Correspondence

5. Reports President’s Report

Principal’s Report Treasurer’s Report Subcommittee Report’s – Fundraising, Canteen, Uniform Shop, Building Fund, Grounds, Band

6. Business arising

1. Update on our CBP grant 2. Movie Night Recap 3. Plan and project for our upcoming fundraisers and review of our volunteer form support

7. General Business

8. Close

Melissa Logan P&C President ________________________________________________________________________________________

Canteen News

Please don’t forget your HARMONY DAY (21 March) lunch orders! We are celebrating it at School on Friday 20 March. Orders CLOSE by this FRIDAY 13 March in the Morning! The Canteen will be providing special “event” meals from different cultures and all meals will come with an Aussie Lamington Finger. Normal Lunch ordering is unavailable that day, so please choose from: 1. Sushi choices – Teriyaki Chicken & Cucumber, Tuna & Cucumber, Smoked Salmon & Cucumber & Avocado, Vegetarian Tofu & Carrot & Cucumber, Chicken Schnitzel & Cucumber - $4.00 Each 2. Butter Chicken & Naan Bread - $4.50


3. Lasagne & Garlic Bread - $4.50 4. Gluten Free Lasagne & Garlic Bread - $5.00 5. Nachos with Salsa, Cheese & Sour cream - $4.00 (Chips & Salsa are GF) 6. Chicken Wing Things & Steamed Rice - $3.80 7. Chicken Wing Things & Fried Rice - $4.00 The usual drinks are available for ordering. Special Items available for ordering (while stocks last) will be: Mango & Milk Weis Bar - $2.00 Chocolate Mousse - $1.00 If your child is registered with the School as being Gluten Free you will receive an email with a GF alternative to the lamington. Any questions please email LISA at [email protected] BIRTHDAY TREATS - This suggestion has been raised to the Canteen as an idea for busy Parents of Birthday children as a convenient option to help out in providing a celebratory treat for the class. Options: Quelch Sticks (assorted Flavours) - 0.50c each Juicies (mix of Lemonade & Wildberry) - $1 each Vanilla Ice Cream Tub (GF & Nut Free) - $1.50 each However, this will ONLY BE AVAILABLE on the normal Canteen days of Wednesday, Thursday or Friday and we would require TWO weeks notice for this to work. Parents would also need to notify your child’s Teacher so that they can send the children up to collect the treats from the Canteen at the appropriate time on the requested day. Please email Lisa in the Canteen to order and arrange payment (Cash, Direct debit or via School24) as nothing will be supplied until payment is received. Birthday Child’s Name and Class: Date required: Type of Treat: Quantity required: Canteen Volunteer Vacancies WE REQUIRE LOTS OF VOLUNTEER HELP in the Canteen each week to make things run smoothly. If you can please spare one hour (or three), to help Lisa by sticking a sticker, chopping a carrot, or passing iceblocks to the children at recess or lunch hour then WE NEED YOU PLEASE!!! You can find these rosters at www.school24.net.au but over the next few weeks we would appreciate some help on these days:

● Thursday 12th Mar 11.00 a.m. - 1.30 p.m.

● Friday 13th Mar 9.00 a.m. - 10.00 a.m.

● Thursday 19th Mar 9.00 a.m. - 10.00 a.m.

● Thursday 19th Mar 11.00 a.m. - 1.30 p.m

● Friday 20th Mar HARMONY DAY - Volunteers Needed / see LISA

Cancellations/edits can be made by sending an email direct to Lisa on the day [email protected] or SMS to Bonita (details below). Thank you for your time and help! Each time you volunteer at the Canteen you will be entered into a mini-draw (each term) for your Child to win a $20 Canteen top-up to your School24 account. Any feedback, questions and suggestions are welcome, please feel free to contact me. Thank you. Bonita Chan NPS P&C Canteen Co-ordinator 0414 505 800 [email protected]


http://www.school24.net.au/




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Uniform Shop News

Our opening hours are 8.30-9.30 a.m. and 2.30-3.30 p.m. every second week (or odd week.) The remaining

OPEN DAYS for the Shop and Clothing Pool for Term 1 are:

Week 7: Friday 13 March - 8.30-9.30 a.m.

NB: Due to the FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT we will be CLOSED for the Afternoon.

Week 9: Friday 27 March (Morning and Afternoon)

Orders by Email (Anytime)

Orders placed by email will be packed on a Friday and distributed to your child’s classroom. Please ensure that

all email orders include:

(1) a current 2020 Order form and (2) your proof of payment.

The order form can be downloaded here: http://www.npspandc.com/uniform-shop/

House-coloured Headbands (not available yet)

On Carnival days this can be worn as a traditional headband, or wrapped around a wrist or as a sweatband! We

are still gauging how much interest there would be for house-coloured items for the children to wear at the school’s

sporting carnivals (swimming, athletics, etc.) Please send us a quick email (address below) if it is something you

would consider purchasing for your child. Thank you!

Volunteers required

The uniform shop continues to rely on our volunteers to operate efficiently. We are particularly in need of more

help for the Friday 2.30-3.30 pm shift. Volunteering is a great way to meet new families at the school and it is fun!

If you would like to be involved in 2020, please do get in touch by sending me an email.

If you have any questions regarding ordering, or any other enquiry regarding the uniform shop, please get in

touch and we will be happy to assist.

Thank you to everyone for your continued support of the school uniform shop.

Bonita Chan

on behalf of Kate Ward

NPS Uniform Shop Manager

Email: [email protected]

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Band News We are still seeking a parent volunteer to assist with fundraising and communication in the NPS Band Program, many hands make light work!! If you would like to know more information please contact us on [email protected] Key Dates: 29 March - Bunnings BBQ - LOOKING FOR HELPERS - more to follow 22 May - 24th May - BAND CAMP - BOTH TRAINING BAND AND CONCERT BAND 23 August - ASBOF Festival - Time to be confirmed - BOTH TRAINING BAND AND CONCERT BAND 12 Sept - North Shore Festival - BOTH TRAINING BAND AND CONCERT BAND Do you have a question / concern about band camp? Please call Lisa on 0450698694 any time to discuss concerns. Thanks so much - the BAND TEAM.

http://www.npspandc.com/uniform-shop/




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NOOSH News

Vacation Care bookings now open!

Our Autumn Vacation Care bookings are now open! This autumn we are partaking in one of our favourite excursions: The Royal Easter Show; Kingpin bowling, laser tag and arcade games; Bobbin

Head cultural experience, Fizzics science show, Drumbala drumming workshop and you get to choose between Sea Life Aquarium and Madame Tussauds! Please see our Vac Care Program for details!

Term 1 Committee Meeting

Thank you to all of those who attended our committee meeting on 27 February. We are grateful to see so many different people come together and that everyone felt able to share their views. Minutes can be made available to you by contacting NOOSH. Our next committee meeting is happening in May,

please stay tuned for more details.

Paper needed! We are looking for donations of some scrap paper! Our children love to make paper aeroplanes and

origami, so if your workplace has paper that you recycle, we would love for the kids to use it at NOOSH!

Focus on hygiene We are focusing on hygiene at NOOSH this term. We are concentrating on handwashing – how

to wash our hands thoroughly, teaching the children songs to emphasise the length of time to wash your hands. We are also addressing how to cough well (using your elbow) and nasal hygiene.

Coming up at NOOSH! Our creative arts club is happening this term, and this week we are doing boot camp/Zumba with Kerri. Next week children will be busily crafting with Rosie, and we also have Netball with Emmi

coming soon!

If you have any other questions, or need any assistance with anything related to NOOSH, please feel free to email us: [email protected] Rachel Warner NOOSH Assistant Director










Normanhurst Public School Term 1 Calendar - 2020

MON TUES WED THURS FRI SAT SUN

WEEK 1

AUSTRALIA DAY PUBLIC HOLIDAY

27 JAN

Staff Development Day

28 JAN

Kindergarten Best Start Years 1-6 commence

29 JAN

Kindergarten Best Start

30 JAN

Kindergarten Best Start

31 JAN

1 FEB

2 FEB

WEEK 2

Kindergarten commences

3 FEB

4 FEB

5 FEB

Leadership Camp (C & VC) K-2 Assembly

6 FEB

Leadership Camp (C & VC)

7 FEB

8 FEB

9 FEB

WEEK 3

P&C Meeting 7.30 p.m.

10 FEB

11 FEB

School Tour 11.30 a.m. Chess lessons Commences

12 FEB

3-6 Assembly

13 FEB

14 FEB

15 FEB

16 FEB

WEEK 4

17 FEB

School Photograph Day PARENT INFO EVENING

18 FEB

SRE/SEE Commences

19 FEB

K-6 Assembly (Badges)

20 FEB

21 FEB

22 FEB

23 FEB

WEEK 5

24 FEB

SRC Meeting

25 FEB

26 FEB

School Swimming Carnival NO ASSEMBLY

27 FEB

BRAINSTORM PRODUCTION UNIFORM SHOP OPEN

28 FEB

29 FEB

Band Workshop

1 MAR

WEEK 6

2 MAR

3 MAR

4 MAR

K-2 Assembly Zone Swimming Carnival

5 MAR

6 MAR

7 MAR

8 MAR

WEEK 7

9 MAR

10 MAR

School Tour 11.30 a.m.

11 MAR

3-6 Assembly SHS Test (Yr 6)

12 MAR

UNIFORM SHOP OPEN

13 MAR

14 MAR

15 MAR

WEEK 8

P&C Meeting 7.30 p.m.

16 MAR

17 MAR

18 MAR

K-6 Assembly

19 MAR

20 MAR

21 MAR

22 MAR

WEEK 9

23 MAR

24 MAR

25 MAR

K-2 Assembly

26 MAR

Sydney North Area Swimming Carnival UNIFORM SHOP OPEN

27 MAR

28 MAR

29 MAR

WEEK 10

30 MAR

SRC Meeting

31 MAR

1 APR

3-6 Assembly

2 APR

Parent/Teacher Interviews CROSS COUNTRY 3 APR

4 APR

5 APR

WEEK 11

Parent/Teacher Interviews

6 APR

Parent/Teacher Interviews (Late Session) State Swimming Carnival

7 APR

Parent/Teacher Interviews

8 APR

Parent/Teacher Interviews ANZAC Day Assembly

9 APR

GOOD FRIDAY PUBLIC HOLIDAY

10 APR

EASTER SATURDAY

11 APR

EASTER SUNDAY

12 APR

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