Newsletter - Italian Bilingual School

Newsletter
Issue 26, 28th August 2012
Week 7 Term 3, 2012
Dear Parents and Students,
There is always a great deal to celebrate at the Italian Bilingual School and I recommend you view some of the clips on the school website
listed below.
On Sunday I had the privilege of watching some of our Year 5 and 6 students participate in Tournament of the Minds competition held at the
University of Western Sydney. These students exemplified the essence of IBS in so many ways – their confidence and teamwork was a
delight to watch as they performed their main challenge of piecing together a story to highlight a particular moral based on the characters
from various sources (books, plays, songs - look at the clip and see if you can work out which characters have been chosen from the various
resources).
We have a very giving community here at IBS and I would like to acknowledge Mr Ricci Danieletto who delivered a huge number of
computers and screens to Meadowbank for our use in 2013. I would also like to extend a sincere thank you to the uncle of Thomas Chahoud
(Year Four) and Lily Chahoud (Year Two) for supplying five beautiful bookcases that can be used in our new classes next year. A special
mention to Mark Chahoud who hand delivered the shelves on Saturday! Thank You!
There have been some incidents at school over the past few months that have raised some concern for me as the Principal of IBS.
Any issue that directly impacts on our students is always a concern and it is extremely important that the school community understands that
all school matters are delivered with the best interest of the children as a ‘whole’ – it is impossible to cater for individual tastes or desires, so
we strive to work together in harmony and I believe generally we are very successful in achieving great results.
We strive for excellence through bilingualism within a caring and nurturing environment. We are an inclusive community that exhibits core
values of promoting respect for self and others with understanding and tolerance. Great words......but do we ‘walk the talk’? This is something that I offer our students to answer and it is not a one off reply. It is meant to be asked every day and I offer this small video clip as a
stimulus for dialogue – some of the words it suggests are commitment, honesty, accountability, respect, courage, ethics, integrity.
Great words......worth the walk? I think so because they help to shine our lighthouse light beyond the surrounding waters.
http://play.simpletruths.com/movie/walk-the-talk/
Robert Ruggeri
Principal
Messages from the Assistant Principal
SPORT TERM 3- GYMNASTICS
There is one other date where gymnastics will be swapped. Students are required to wear their sports uniform for gymnastics on FRIDAY
14TH SEPTEMBER.
Unfortunately due to circumstances beyond their control Activated Group was forced to cancel the gymnastics session at IBS last week.
Parents/caregivers will be invoiced for 9 sessions instead of the original 10.
KINDIFARM Preps and Kindergarten
On Wednesday 29th August, Preps and Kindergarten will be able to enjoy a ”Kindifarm” at our new premises at Meadowbank.
ASISSA ATHLETICS
Students from IBS will be representing the school at the ASSISA Athletics on Thursday 30 th August.
INTERNATIONAL SPORTS DAY – YEARS 3-6
IBS students in Years 3 -6 have been invited by the Sydney Japanese International School to participate in an International Sports Day. This
event will take place on Tuesday 4th September from 10:00am – 2:00pm at the Japanese International School in Terrey Hills. The students
have been sent home with the colour of the team in which they will be representing on the day.
YEARS 3,4, 5 & 6 CAMP – MILSON ISLAND
The Year 3, 4, 5 and 6 camp is fast approaching. The students will depart 10th September and return 12th September. Parents please ensure
that if your child requires any medication, it is within its use by date and is clearly labelled with your child’s name. The medication needs to
be given to Maestra Cristina on the morning of departure in a sealed plastic bag or container.
SPORT TERM 4 – SWIMMING K-6 Students
Swimming lessons will commence first week back in Term 4 on Friday 12th October. The Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre is encouraging
Kindergarten students to participate in lessons this year. A letter will be sent home in the coming week giving parents an opportunity to
indicate their child’s swimming ability level. Kindergarten students who do not participate in swimming lessons will remain at school under
teacher supervision as the Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre no longer caters for free play in the leisure pool.
Antonella Cabarrus 
Preps Assembly Term Three
Preps will hold their assembly on Monday Week 10 (17/9/12), 2:15 for a 2:30 start. All Preps parents and students are welcome!
School Website Updates
Some updated videos:
Kindergarten Assembly Week 6 Term 3
Tournament of the Minds
Tony Bones Performance Slideshow
Tony Bones Performance Video
Jump Rope for Heart
Science Fair Part 1 Video
Science Fair Part 2 Video
Science Fair Part 3 Video
Science Fair Part 4 Video
Science Fair Part 5 Video
(School Assemblies)
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Wonderful World of Websites: Science Related Websites this term.
Motion and Forces:
http://www.eduplace.com/kids/hmsc/activities/simulations/gr2/unitf.html
How Living Things Function:
http://www.eduplace.com/kids/hmsc/activities/simulations/gr3/unita.html
Literacy Planet Top Ten Leader Board
Current Affairs Champion for this Week
1)
Lyla Michell (Kindergarten)
Sofia Mifsud (Year Four)
2)
Micah Patching (Year Two)
Michael Lo Russo (Year Four)
3)
Gisela Labraga (Kindergarten)
Nicolas Yule (Year Four)
4)
Laura Burgio (Year One)
Hannah Evans (Year Four)
5)
Natalie Arcuri (Kindergarten)
6)
Grace Patching (Kindergarten)
7)
Marco Iacovitti (Year One)
8)
Scarlett May (Kindergarten)
9)
Edward Dura (Year Four)
10) Scarlett Whelan (Year One)
Oscar Taylor (Year Five)
Scarlett Kaplan(Year Five)
Congratulations Kindergarten!!!! You are the Class Champions for the second week in a row.
Diary Dates:
29th August Preps and Kinder Farm Excursion (Meadowbank)
29th August Parents and Friends Meeting 7:00pm
30th August ASISSA
3rd September August Park Years 1-2
4th September Sydney Japanese School International Sports Day
7th September Year Two Assembly
8th September Top Ryde Choir
10th September Park Years 3-6
10th – 12th September Years 3-6 Camp
14th September OPEN Afternoon 2:00 – 3:00
14th September Sport Gymnastics
14th September 10 Year Dinner Dance
IBS Student – Isabella Napoli makes the news!
Parents and Friends Messages
Parents and Friends go
Facebook!
CYBER BULLYING AND
YOUR CHILD!
This very important seminar has been postponed to next term.
FATHER’S DAY, 2012
The Father’s Day stall will be held ON TUES, WED AND THUR OF THIS WEEK, August 28-30 at lunch time from 1-2pm.
All gifts will be $10 each and are especially chosen to bring a huge smile to all dads’ faces! Make sure you don’t miss out!
IBS MAJOR FUNDRAISER 2012 –
10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY DINNER DANCE
IBS MAJOR FUNDRAISER FRIDAY 14 SEPTEMBER AT $55 for canapés on entry, 3 course meal and drinks all night!
Parents please understand the logistics of our situation, we need to
pay the reception lounge 1 week before the function.
PLEASE MAKE OUR SITUATION EASIER AND FINALISE
TICKET PAYMENTS BY WED SEPT 5TH.
The donations have been most generous, and we are very grateful already for the generosity of families and businesses.
We continue to strongly encourage all families to support us in any way they can through their own businesses or others
they are affiliated with through work and family.
THANK YOU TO businesses and restaurants including:
Pure Gelato, Croydon Park
Prime Butchers, Leichhardt
Cafe Moretti , Leichhardt
Bridge Climb, Sydney
Beppi’s Restaurant, East Sydney
Aperitivo Restaurant, Leichhardt
Captain Cook Cruises, Darlin Harbour
Vittoria Coffee, Silverwater
Taylors Wines, Petersham
Shearers Bookshop, Leichhardt
Laubman & Pank, Leichhardt
Shu Fiks, Leichhardt
Flowermart, Leichhardt
The Little General, Griffith
Home Gym Equipment
Florence Travel Bags, Leichhardt
Palace Cinemas, Leichhardt
Daniele Jewellers, Top Ryde
Haberfield Tennis Centre
Gemma Toase Fitness
Barilla Australia, Annandale
Daniela Severi Hair
Carla Zampatti, Sydney
Incharacter Images, Concord
Picnic Photography, Earlwood
Life Style Optical, Sydney
Co As It, Leichhardt
Little Dreams Boutique, Leichhardt
Little Dreams Cakes by Maria
Lauretana Water, Greenacre
Cibo & Cibo, Strathfield
Randwick Cellars, Randwick
Casa D’italia Gourmet Foods
&Wines
Healthy Life, Sydney
Food and Nutrition, Australia
Art Est, Sydney
Unifor Vitra, Sydney
Essen Restaurant, Broadway
Anime, Wareemba
Sydney Self Defence, Marrickville
Mescha, Leichhardt
Saffioti Chocolates, Haberfield
Balloons, Leichhardt
PCM Meats
Bunnings Warehouse, Ashfield
THANK YOU ALSO TO families and their businesses inclusive of:
THE VENTOLINI FAMILY (GOLD SPONSOR)THE PECCEDI/GILLARD FAMILY (SILVER SPONSOR)
THE TIMPANO FAMILY (DONATION)
THE PIAZZA FAMILY (SILVER SPONSOR & DONATION)
THE PATCHING FAMILY (DONATION)
THE ARAMINI FAMILY (DONATION & BRONZE SPONSOR)
THE CHAHOUD FAMILY (BRONZE SPONSOR) SMART PLUMBING SOLUTIONS (GOLD SPONSOR)
LEICHHARDT FRESH FRUIT MARKET (GOLD SPONSOR) M8 TELECOM (SILVER SPONSOR)
YULE/ROSSI FAMILY (BRONZE SPONSOR)
BECKETT FAMILY (BRONZE FAMILY)
THE CANALE FAMILY (SILVER SPONSOR)
UNIFOR VITRA, AUSTRALIA (GOLD SPONSOR)
SKIITALY.COM.AU (BRONZE SPONSOR)
PROTECTORS INSURANCE BROKERS (BRONZE SPONSOR)
COLANGELO/HART FAMILY (BRONZE SPONSOR)
MICHELL FAMILY (DONATION)
MIRABITO FAMILY (DONATION)
CROSSROADS TUITION (BRONZE SPONSOR)
NATOLI FAMILY (GOLD DONATION)
CASA D’ITALIA GOURMET FOODS & WINES (SILVER SPONSOR)
ROBERT RUGGERI (DONATION)
TIMPANO FAMILY (SILVER SPONSOR)
BEST FAMILY (SILVER SPONSOR)
VARDANEGA FAMILY (BRONZE SPONSOR)
MELANIE KIM (SILVER SPONSOR)
CORAZZI FAMILY (SILVER SPONSOR)
REKHA SHANGHI (SPONSOR)
This is already an amazing effort so please stay tune for all the up and coming changes and please
BUY YOUR
TH
TICKETS BY SEPT 5 . LEAVE YOUR MONEY IN A SEALED AND CLEARLY
LABELLED ENVELOPE AT THE SCHOOL OFFICE OR THE P&F BOX!
Thank you. For any enquiries contact Tania on 0419 621 496/mark.chahoud@bigpond.com
KIND REGARDS
IBS Fundraising Committee
Canteen
IBS “Bella Cucina” – Wednesday Mensa – Five Chicken Strips and Wedges - $4
10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY DINNER DANCE SPONSORS
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