Tour Dates 2014 - Lindfield East Public School

Term 1—Week 4
20 February 2014
Lindfield East Public School
PRINCIPAL’S REPORT
Andrew Stevenson
Pink Stumps Day
Tomorrow's first round of PSSA sport will have Ku-ring-gai public
schools dressed in pink and supporting the annual 'McGrath
Foundation' fundraiser. All the boys and girls participating in Modball and Cricket against Roseville Public School will once again
get into the pink spirit. Pink pads, pink stumps, pink shoelaces,
pink wristbands, pink caps and pink balls will all be part of this fun
and charitable event.
Our school leaders have collected hundreds of gold coins from
parents at drop off and pick up time. If you'd like to donate, a ‘pink
donation box' is set up in the front office foyer.
Welcome Back Night 2014
Friday 21 February
5:30pm - 8:30pm
Nathan C
Book at
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Specialised Religious Education (SRE) and Specialised Ethics Education (SEE) at LEPS
A big thank you to all the SRE teachers who have volunteered once again this year. SRE lessons commenced
last week, with all teachers and students enjoying themselves in their new surroundings. We are extremely
lucky to have such a dedicated and experienced group of volunteers to deliver the SRE and SEE programs. In
order to allow teachers to develop a rapport with the students, and to ensure continuity in their programs, we
advise that enrolments in SRE classes are now closed for the year.
Thank you to Eleanor Macintyre, who has kindly accepted the role of Ethics Coordinator for our school. We
hope that the SEE volunteers will be trained and ready to implement Ethics programs in the 3-6 in Term 2. Keep
an eye out for more information as it comes to hand.
Looking for more news and photos about what’s happening at LEPS?
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Stevenson on Twitter: @Stevenson_LEPS
Ph: 9416 1955
Website:
Email:
Fax: 9416 2836
www.lindfielde-p.schools.nsw.edu.au
lindfielde-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
ABSENTEE LINE: 9416 5574
P&C
www.lepspandc.asn.au/
LEPS Market Place
www.lepsmarketplace.com.au/
DEPUTY PRINCIPAL’S REPORT
Diane Read
Best Start
The Best Start Kindergarten Assessment helps teachers identify the literacy and
numeracy knowledge and skills that each child brings to school as they enter Kindergarten, to inform the development of quality teaching and learning programs.
All students in Kindergarten were assessed by their class teacher and individual
feedback was provided to parents at the Kindergarten Information evening. Literacy and Numeracy parent guides can be accessed from the Best Start website.
http://www.curriculumsupport.education.nsw.gov.au/beststart/parents.htm
Translated parent guides for Literacy and Numeracy are available in 34 languages.
Literacy: http://www.schools.nsw.edu.au/languagesupport/documents/best_start/
literacy.php
Numeracy: http://www.schools.nsw.edu.au/languagesupport/documents/
best_start/numeracy.php
Tilsley’s Training and Tasty Tips
It seems obvious, but I would like to stress the importance of having a healthy breakfast before school.
You can see when a child hasn't had enough food or it has been a long time since they last ate, as their
energy and concentration levels are low. This is more prevalent in younger students, especially Kindergarten. Primary children are equally guilty of poor timing skills with their eating habits. Think about the
timing when your child sits down to eat. Try to avoid having breakfast when they wake up, it could be 4
hours before eating again at recess. Let them work up an appetite and then eat nearer the time you are
leaving for school without it being a rush.
Don't forget the Swimming carnival two weeks away on Monday the 3 rd of
March and the zone carnival 3 days later on the 6 March. I hope everyone is
training hard! Also, for all those keen runners, cross country is not far off either,
only 7 weeks away. 2km for the juniors and 3 kms for the seniors. It seems like
a long way but if you gradually build up from 400m you will be amazed at how
quickly you improve. A good opportunity for parents to get out with their child to
do some physical activity!
K-2 Organisation
Many thanks to parents who attended the Kindergarten and Stage 1 Parent Information evenings this
week. The children have settled into their class routines and the teachers appreciated the opportunity
to explain class routines and programs.
The children are looking forward to Welcome Back Night,
this Friday 21 February from 5.30pm. The SRC reps from
Year 2 to 6 will be ‘kicking off’ the evening by releasing
colourful balloons! Congratulations to all the newly elected
Year 2 SRC representatives.
Don’t forget to submit your entry along with a gold coin donation to The Welcome Back Night colouring
competition K-2 and Art Competition 3-6. The winners will have their entry displayed in the Lyrebird.
App of the Week
Read Me Stories—Children’s books
This free app offers a new book every day to develop a child’s love for books and to
read daily. Features include:
✔ Text highlights as read in 'Read to Me' mode
✔ Read the books yourself in 'Read Myself' mode
✔ Touch the characters to explore further story lines
✔ A full library of children’s stories
Access the school website to view a list of all the apps.
http://www.lindfielde-p.schools.nsw.edu.au/curriculum-activities/technology/mobile-devices
DEPUTY PRINCIPAL’S REPORT
Diane Read
Stage band 2014
Do you have a passion for playing funky music? Do you want to be a part of a group which
encourages creativity, fun and challenging music?
We are calling on all talented musicians in grades 4, 5 or 6 to audition for the
LEPS 2014 Stage Band.
The auditions will commence in Week 5 in the Science room. Students will be notified of their individual
audition time. A prepared piece (chosen by the student), improvising and simple sight reading will be
included in the audition.
Students and families should be aware that by committing to this group, it is possible that another child
may have missed out. Students selected to be members of the stage band will be expected to attend all
rehearsals and performances, be role models in and out of the school, practice regularly, and always be
prepared for rehearsal. The group will meet once a week during a lunch time.
Please clearly write your name, class and the instrument that you play on the notice in front of 6CL.
The group performs at several functions throughout the year including (but, not limited to) the New South
Wales School Band Festival (August), Ryde Spectacular (October) and other school performances.
If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Thanking you,
Mr MacDonald
LEPS 2013 Stage Band Rehearsing with KHS Students
DEPUTY PRINCIPAL’S REPORT
Rachel Watkins
Professional development: Mathematics
As part of LEPS’ commitment to constantly improving teacher quality, the staff meeting this week was devoted to developing teachers’ knowledge, understanding and skills in
mathematics. Dr Catherine Attard from the University of
Western Sydney led a discussion on the implementation of
the new K-10 Mathematics syllabus for NSW and inspired
staff with many stimulating and rich mathematics tasks. Dr
Attard is one of LEPS’ academic partners who has done a
tremendous amount of research in mathematics, particularly
in the field of children’s deep engagement with meaningful
tasks and activities that draw together many mathematical
concepts. She has published several books on this topic
and was able to present ideas and resources to refresh and
enrich teachers’ repertoire of mathematics tasks for children
at all stages. Time was then provided for individual teachers
to discuss their maths programs with her, which also proved
very beneficial.
There is a plethora of evidence which suggests that improving teacher quality has the greatest impact on student outcomes, and we’re fortunate here at LEPS to have experts,
such as Dr Attard, working with us to constantly ensure that
the children are receiving the best possible education under
the guidance of our outstanding teachers.
LEPS Classifieds
Don't forget to consider utilising the LEPS Classifieds. If
you're looking to sell or give away something from around
the house, why not start by advertising within the school
community. For more information ask Debbie Dukino
(Administration Officer) or check out the display cabinet
opposite the front office foyer.
Tour Dates 2014
20 March
22 May
19 June
31 July
28 August
9 October
30 October
20 November
(Years 1-6 new families only)
Semester 1 SRC Representatives
Congratulations to the following students who have been voted by their peers to represent their class at
the Student Representative Council. The SRC is one of the many leadership opportunities at LEPS and
we look forward to hearing from these school leaders as they work together to discuss their ideas for
school improvement. The children will receive their badges soon at an assembly.
2CM
2FR
2SE
2TN
2WS
3RF
3CE
3MS
3/4MM
Harvey C, Mandy C
Charles P, Sigrid B
Frank P, Isabel I
Jeremy K, Jennifer M
Jeremy N, Sahara G
Jack W, Issi H
Riley E, Elise P
Matthew W, Bronte C
Callam O, Lucy W
4SC
4KP
4ME
4MH
5EH
5CM
5LM
5ST
James P, Rosemary L
Brandon C, Samantha C
James F, Lillian R
Nathan C, Amy O
Katie S
Elliot H, Natalie S
Ben B, Carina S
Rupert C, Talia B
The SRC this year will be led by our Year 6 SRC Members;
Sara C, Kirsty W, Gregor R, Mia P, Alex F and Flynn W
UPCOMING EVENTS
Friday 21 February
Friday 21 February
Monday 3 March
Wednesday 6 March
Thursday 13 March
Friday 14 March
Friday 14 - Sunday 16 March
PSSA Commences
Welcome Back Night
Swimming Carnival
Zone Swimming Carnival
Year to Field of Mars Excursion
Kindy Excursion Pirate School
Band Camp
Bendigo Bank will be collecting students banking
on the following days in Term 1
Wednesday 26 February
Wednesday 12 March
Wednesday 26 March
Wednesday 9 April
Term Dates 2014
Term 1
Tuesday 28 January
Wednesday 29 January
Monday 3 February
Friday 21 February
Friday 11 April
Staff Development Day
Years 1 - 6 Return
Kindergarten Commence
Welcome Back Night
Last Day of Term 1
Term 2
Monday 28 April
Tuesday 29 April
Friday 27 June
Staff Development Day
Students Return
Last Day Term 2
Term 3
Monday 14 July
Tuesday 15 July
Friday 19 September
Staff Development Day
Students Return
Last Day Term 3
Term 4
Tuesday 7 October
Wednesday 17 December
Thursday 18 December
Friday 19 December
First Day Term 4
Last Day for Students
Staff Development Day
Staff Development Day
4SC UNIQUE KOALA FACTS
The Koala is related to a kangaroo and a wombat.
Koalas scientific name is Phasclarctos Cinereus.
People also might know that they are social animals.
When koalas are scared they make a sound like a baby’s cry.
Koalas were hunted until 1920’s, after which the Government was forced to protect them.
By Madeleine and Kiana
Koalas were allowed to be hunted until the 1902’s but then the Government was forced to protect them.
The Koalas fingerprint is very similar to a human fingerprint it can be confused in a crime scene.
When a koala is a size of a peanut it is called a pinkie.
People have seen koalas swimming.
Koalas mark trees to communicate.
By Ellie and Alannah
Koalas are not bears.
When they are born they are the size of a jellybean.
They don’t need to drink because they get the moisture from the gum leaves.
When Koalas become upset and worried by loss of their homes they may get a disease.
Koalas have similar fingerprints to humans.
By Max & James
A koala can run as fast as a rabbit.
The koala cub is born alive.
Over 2 million koalas were killed between 1908 and 1927.
The koala’s nickname is native bear.
After one month the koala is 1cm.
By Nicholas and Jesse
P&C NEWS
NEXT MEETING
The next meeting of the P&C – and the first general meeting for 2014 – will be on 11 March 2014, at 7:30 pm in
the staff room. Meetings finish no later than 9:30 pm. All parents and guardians are welcome to attend. Membership requires a one-off donation of $1 to the P&C’s general funds, and entitles you to vote.
Members are also welcome to propose motions or suggest agenda items for discussion. In order to provide proper notice, proposed motions and agenda items are published in the Lyrebird two weeks prior to the meeting, so
advice should be sent to the P&C by 26 February 2014. Items received after that date will not be on the agenda
for 11 March 2014, but may be on the agenda for later meetings.
The P&C can be contacted at lepspandc@gmail.com. Individual committees have their own email addresses,
visible on the website.
Meetings are a great opportunity to meet other parents, learn about our community and share concerns. Please
consider attending. I promise you will not be drafted into any position.
Thank you
Rob Mills
President, LEPS P&C 2014
CANTEEN NEWS
IMPORTANT, PLEASE NOTE:
ROSTER REMINDER FOR TERM 1, WEEK 5
Monday
FEB 24
Tuesday
FEB 25
Wednesday
FEB 26
Thursday
FEB 27
Friday
FEB 28
Josephine Lim AM, Melanie Lynam AM,
Sarah Morell PM, Qi (Amy) Zhang PM
Martine May AM, Marianne Skoven AM,
Mustika Caradus PM, Kerrie Neems PM, PM HELP NEEDED
Jade Estel-Watters AM, Natalie Ioannidis AM,
Lorena Moon PM, Anshu Sinha PM, Mel Timsoe-Louie FULL
Maria Mamara AM, Cherie Lapa AM,
Belinda Pratley PM, Lucy Walker PM, Amy Tran PM
Laura Ottawa AM, Jenny Boyd AM,
Rachel Bowes PM , Karen Alcoch PM, Neroli Powell FULL (out 10-11am)
AM SHIFT: 9.15am-11.30am
PM SHIFT: 11am-2pm FULL: 9.15am-2pm
FRIDAY ONLY: AM SHIFT: 9.15AM-12NOON PM SHIFT: 11.30AM-2PM
Items no longer available at the canteen!!
TORNADO’S ICE BLOCK – Streets have discontinued this special.
POTATO BAKE – This is the pre-made version in the foil container. FRESHLY COOKED BAKED
POTATOES with cheese ($3) or ham & cheese ($3.50) are still available.
TERM 1 FINAL ROSTER:
Thank you to all our wonderful volunteers who have offered to help out in the canteen for Term 1!
A final version of the roster has been emailed to everyone, so please check your allocated shifts and contact me at the email address below if there are any problems. THANK YOU!
angela@soprano.com.au
BAND NEWS
LEPS BAND CAMP MARCH 14 – 16, 2014 (Collaroy Centre)
All Concert Band and Performance Band families have now been issued an invoice for $300 for Band Camp. This
amount is due via direct deposit or cheque by this Friday February 21.
Free accommodation; spectacular ocean views; delicious home-baked supper treats; full buffet breakfast;
fabulous company - just a few of the perks that go along with staying overnight at Band Camp.
As LEPS Band Camp is organized by the Band Committee, not the school, we cannot run our camp without parents
help. To ensure our camp runs smoothly and safely for your children, we ask that parents volunteer a few hours of
their time across the weekend to supervise the children at their various activities and overnight.
In order to secure your preferred time slot to volunteer, please add your name to the roster using the following
link: Band Camp Roster
If you are able to stay overnight, please complete a Working With Children Check and forward your application
number (starting with APP) to Alison Frost.
Thank you for your help with organising this exciting event for our children.
Alison Frost (0404 146 134)
LEPS Band Camp Coordinator 2014
Welcome Back Night February 21 (Friday)
PB please meet in School Hall at 5pm this Friday February 21 in Full Band Uniform with your instrument and
music. Music Vest will be provided on the day.
Performance will start at 5:30pm and be finished at 5:45pm.
Help please: We would appreciate help to move the music stands and the Percussion from the Hall at 5.10 pm and
return it after the performance.
PARENT ROSTER
The roster for each week will be published in weekly Lyrebird as a reminder.
Please be on time for rehearsal duty. If you are unable to attend, it’s important that you find a substitution or arrange a swap. And as a last resort contact your Band Coordinator:
PB Co-ordinator - Karen Jennings (0426 961 477)
CB Co-ordinator - Regina Chow (0411 223 850)
TB Co-ordinator - Rachel Carney (0451 433 768)
Band
TB
Parents On Duty
Julie-Ann Sheridan
Parents On Duty
Debbie Rusbourne
TB
Deb Jenkins
Danielle Nevin
TB
Theresa Wong
Heather Hutchison
TB
Mille Kolind
Suzan D'Lima
TB
Megan Deane
TB
Time
7:45 – 9:00am*
12:45 – 1:45pm
Date
Mon Feb 24
Wed Feb 26
Miki Ihara
Jenny Jackson
*Monday parents on duty, please note Garonne will be there to direct you and TB students to their allocated classrooms.
Band
CB
Time
12:45 – 1:45pm
Date
Mon Feb 24
Parents On Duty
Martine May
CB
7:45 – 9:00am
Thurs Feb 27
Danny Tse
PB
7:45 – 9:00am
Tues Feb 25
Alison O'Neill
PB
7:45 – 9:00am
Wed Feb 26
Karen Alcock
TB
TB
Megan Deane
12:45 – 1:45pm
Wed Feb 19
Thank you.
Elise Lee (0416 088 806 / elise_lee@optusnet.com.au)
Band Convenor on behalf of the Band Committee
Melinda Timso-Louie
Other Important Dates
Band Meeting March 13
Band Camp March 14 – 16
LEPS Creative Workshop Program Terms 1 & 2, 2014
http://www.lepspandc.asn.au/creative-workshops
Available Spots
Monday Morning
04.
Tennis Invitational
8.00am-9.00am
Tryon Rd
Yrs 4-6
$340.00
Monday Afternoon
06. Fencing
3.20pm-4.20pm
School Hall
Yrs 2-6
$375. 00
07. Tae Kwon Do
4.30pm-5.30pm
School Hall
Yrs K-6
$260.00
08. Touch Typing
3.20pm-4.20pm
Computer Rm
Yrs 2-6
$205.00
09.
3.30-4.20pm
Class Room 6
Yrs 3-6
$420.00
Yrs 3-6
$260.00
Guitar Beg
Tuesday Morning
12. Soccer
8.00am-9.00am
Tryon Oval
Tuesday Afternoon
15. Jazz Dance
3.20-4.05pm
School Hall
Yrs 4-6
$280. 00
16. Jazz Dance Beg
4.05-4.50pm
School Hall
Yrs2-4
$280.00
17. Touch Typing
3.20-4.00pm
Computer Room
Yrs 2-6
$205.00
Wednesday Morning
22. Touch Typing
8.30-9.00am
Computer Room
Yrs 2-6
$205.00
Class Room 14
Yrs 3-6
$425. 00
Class Room 12
All
$500.00
Yrs 1-3
$260.00
Wednesday Afternoon
25. Mandarin Reader
27. Keyboard
3.20-4.50pm
4.05-4.50pm
Thursday Morning
29. Soccer
8.00-9.00am
Tryon Oval
Thursday Afternoon
30. Tennis Adv.
3.20-4.20pm
School Court
Yrs2-4
$340.00
32. Drama
4.30-5.30pm
School Hall
Yrs 4-6
$345.00
34. Creative Drawing
4.30-5.30pm
Class Room 13
Yrs2-6
$345.00
All
$340.00
Friday Morning
35. Tennis Int/Adv
8.00-9.00am
Clanville Rd
Transport to school after lesson
Friday Afternoon
37. Jazz Dance
3.20-4.05pm
School Hall
Yrs K-2
$280.00
38. Hip Hop Dance
4.05-4.50pm
School Hall
All
$280.00
39. Contemporary Dance 4.50-5.35pm
School Hall
All
$280.00
WELCOME TO LEPS
New Enrolments Years 1 - 6
Starting at a new school can be overwhelming, even if you had children enrolled for a while, in a big school
like ours you may still feel lost. One of the first phrases you’ll hear in our neighbourhood is “I’ll meet you at
the Deli”, which is the café in the row of shops in Wellington Rd, East Lindfield. We invite all of 2014’s newly arrived families and friendly souls in the LEPS community join us for a coffee from 9:15am on Thursday:
27 February
13 March, 27 March
10 April
To help us connect you with the other parents in your child’s class or start
answering your queries, please email your names and contact details
to:welcome2leps@gmail.com
We would love to meet you anytime.
Kind regards
Debbie Jenkins (0419 258 650) & Eleanor Macintyre
On behalf of LEPS Parent’s Auxiliary
ST IVES HIGH SCHOOL
OPEN AFTERNOON
WEDNESDAY 5TH MARCH 2014
4 – 7 PM
THE SCHOOL WILL BE OPEN ON THIS AFTERNOON FOR
YOUR INFORMATION.
ALL YEAR 6 STUDENTS AND THEIR PARENTS ARE INVITED.
YEAR 5 STUDENTS AND THEIR PARENTS ARE ALSO WELCOME TO ATTEND.
UNIFORM SHOP
Term 1 2014 Roster
Tuesday 28 & Wednesday 29/01/14
From 10am to 12pm
Tuesday 8.45am – 10.15am
Carole – Mustika (Wed)
Thursday 8.45am – 10.15am
30 January 2014
25 February
Mustika – Abbe Keaney
27 February
Anita Tanoto – Qiong Lu
04 March
Siobhan Liew – Leah Austin
06 March
Anshu – Mel Lynam
11 March
Marianne Skoven –Cyan Xia
13 March
Stephanie Macintosh – Natalie Comley
18 March
Danielle Hones – Qi Zhang
20 March
Rebecca Overton – Kathy Navarro
25 March
Mustika – Jade Estel-Watters
27 March
Shancel Leacy – Pei Lee Lim
01st April
Noreen Kennedy – Cherie Lapa
03 April
Anita Tanoto-Abbe Keaney – Su Lynn Lee
08 April
Anshu- Yvonne Sveto Low – Una Sunton
10 April
Megan B – Melissa Kent
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Size 8, 10 and 12 Available
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Please join us for
OPEN NIGHT
Wednesday 12 March 2014
Extension Class
Placement Test
for Year 7, 2015
Year 6 students will have an opportunity to
sit a placement test for our Year 7
extension class for selected students.
Saturday 15th March 2014
9.15 – 11.30 am
School Hall
Please ring the school for further
information and to book a test place.
Principal: Ms Elizabeth Diprose
Phone: 9958 4141
Fax: 9967 2174
5.00 – 7.30 pm
School Hall
Principal: Ms Elizabeth Diprose
Phone: 9958 4141
Fax: 9967 2174