Before and After School Care Survey

Padstow Park
Public School
Newsletter
Padstow Park Public School
Segers Avenue
PADSTOW NSW 2211
Phone: 9773 9258
Fax:
9792 3906
Email: padstowpk-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
Website: http://www.padstowpark-ps.com.au/
Principal: Mrs Jane Mollica
Term 3, Week 6, 21.8.2013
Last Wednesday, 14th August Padstow Park PS participated in an All Girls Rugby League at
Roberts Park, Greenacre with spectacular results. The girls’ team remained undefeated on the
day and played sensationally in all games. They beat all their opponents with a brilliant display
of attacking rugby league coupled with determined defence when required. They scored 14
tries and only conceded 1 try in 3 games.
Results: Game 1 defeated Yagoona 12-6
Game 2 defeated Campsie 24-0
Game 3 defeated Greenacre 24-0
The schools they defeated were all large
schools which makes the performance
even more meritorious.
Many thanks to Miss Kirby and the Bailey
and Rea families for their support
throughout the day.
Congratulations girls on your great performance and we’re very proud of your outstanding
efforts in winning the Gala Day. The girls all received a rugby league ball for their
determination in remaining undefeated.
Pictured
Front Row-Kiara Rea, Charlie Bailey, Cheyenne Moir, Ziah Pereira, Angela Mataio
Back Row-Miss Kerz, Bianca McAlister, Vineeta Prasad, Evelyn Anderson, Christina
Argiropoulos, Gigi Chen, Stephanie Chalazia, Mr K, Fatima Mohaidli
Mr J. Kolodziej, Coach/AP
CONTENTS
Girls Rugby League Gala Day Report.
Page 1
Principal’s Report.
P & C News.
Uniform Shop News.
Page 2
Parent Tips.
PPPS Letterbox.
For Your Diary - Term Dates.
Page 3
Before and After School Care Survey.
Page 4 & 5
Community News.
Page 6-10
Principal’s Report
Congratulations to our Fantastic Spellers!
As you can see by the results below, we had a very
successful school Premier’s Spelling Bee on Friday. The
words for the Primary students were very hard and our
students did very well on the day. Our four winners in
Stage 2 & 3 will now move on to the Regional contest. We
wish them all the best.
Our K-2 had a great time showing off their spelling
abilities as well and we may have found some stars of the
future in our winners.
We thank all the teachers for their hard work in the lead
up to the competition and particularly thank Miss Zakaria
for organising the competition.
Congratulations Girls Rugby League
Another successful day was had by the girls Rugby League
team that went undefeated the whole day with impressive
scores every time they played. The girls were very
excited with their form, particularly as they only really
come together as a team once a year. Well done girls!
Debating Success
It was a good week all round for teams as the debating
team had another win last week against Narwee Public
School. We thought for a moment that we may not have
been able to debate because the adjudicator had to pull
out at the last minute. Thankfully Mrs Kolodziej, from
Padstow Heights, came to the rescue. We thank her for
her time.
Excursions! Excursions!
Last week was also a busy week for excursions. Teachers
were very impressed with the students who went to
excursions on both Tuesday and Thursday. The majority
of students tried very hard to come in full school uniform
and behaviour was excellent. Thank you to everyone for
representing our school so well in public.
Election Fete
I hope everyone is saving their money for our fete that is
happening on September 7th to coincide with the Federal
Election. I know the committee has been working very
hard to get things organised.
If you have not had a chance to sign up for an hour or so
on the day, I know that the committee would be grateful
for some help.
We are particularly looking for some more Year 6 parents
who can spare some time to help Mr Kolodziej with the
Barbeque—as the money from this will go towards the
Year 6 Farewell and Gift.
Mrs J. Mollica, Principal
PREMIER’S SPELLING BEE
WINNERS
Held last Friday, 16thAugust in the Hall.
Years K - 2 Spelling Bee Competition
Kindergarten - Dawn Taripo
Year 1 - Minh Tam Dinh
Year 2 - Annabel King
Years 3 - 6 Spelling Bee Competition
Stage 2/Year 3 & 4 - Grace Chen, Janice Lau
Stage 3/Year 5 & 6 - Jessica Guan, Jadon Yip
These students will compete at the Regional Contest to be
held on Tuesday, 17th September 2013.
P & C NEWS
FATHER’S DAY STALL
On Wednesday, 14th August, the P & C Social Committee
held a Mufti Day. On that day we asked that each child
donate a $2 gold coin for the Father’s Day Stall which will
be held next Thursday, 29th August where children can
buy something special for their dad, grandfather or
someone else they love. Please come along to help & bring
your friends from 9.30am in H Block. Morning tea
provided.
Helpers also required for Father’s Day Wrapping Monday
26th & Wednesday 28th August, 9.30am, H Block.
ALL WELCOME!!
‘ELECTION DAY VOTE & PLAY’
Now Saturday, 7th September.
The major fundraiser for the year will be a ‘Vote & Play
on Election Day’ fete now to be held on Saturday, 7th
September. We are currently looking for sponsors so we
can obtain some major prizes for the raffle and chocolate
wheel. All ideas are welcome!
Please ‘like’ our Facebook page to keep up to
date – Padstow Park P & C.
Social Committee
BOOK CLUB ORDERS DUE
New Book Club catalogues have been distributed. Orders
for this issue of Book Club are due back to the office on
Wednesday, 4th September 2013.
Please ensure the forms are filled in completely especially
including child’s name.
Elizabeth Hastings and Sarah Wotherspoon,
Book Club Co-ordinators
UNIFORM SHOP NEWS
Wednesday afternoons 3 – 3.45pm for new uniforms
Thursday mornings 8.45 – 9.45am for both new & used
uniforms.
Come along to purchase your uniforms at reasonable
prices. H Block – we have air conditioning for those cold
STEWART HOUSE CLOTHING APPEAL
winter days!!
Bags have been distributed today to all families. Please Any donations of uniforms you no longer need are most
fill with clean unwanted clothing/blankets etc and return welcome. Either drop into H Block at the above times or
to Block Q Weather Shed by Tuesday, 15 th October.
leave at the school office.
If more bags are needed, garbage bags can be used.
Mrs Lorraine Roberts, For the Uniform Shop
PARENT TIPS
Benefits of under-scheduling your child
With the very best of intentions, when you're rushing to fit in
soccer training, swimming and music lessons, it can be hard
to keep hold of the magic stare-into-space, muck-about
moments in children's lives.
Find out more: http://www.schoolatoz.nsw.edu.au/wellbeing/
health/benefits-of-underscheduling-your-child
Staying private on Facebook
Do you know how to untag photos and keep your Facebook
page private? Read this and share with your kids.
Find out more: http://www.smh.com.au/digital-life/consumersecurity/how-to-stay-private-on-facebook-201307302qvn1.html
Reading to your child in your home language
Parents who have a language background other than English
and who read to their children in their native tongue are
giving them a valuable gift.
Find out more: http://www.schoolatoz.nsw.edu.au/homework
-and-study/english/english-tips/how-shopping-can-help-yourchild-to-read/reading-to-your-child-in-your-home-language
Mosman Mothers’ Club
Are mothers the #1 positive influence in the lives of their
children?
The Mosman Mothers’ Club is a site dedicated to assisting
parents to support and motivate their school-aged children.
Mothers can download a range of resources that will help
them deal with the challenges of getting their child through
the next stage of their development.
The Mosman Mothers’ Club website also provides parents
with a library of FREE resources to understand their child’s
educational needs.
Visit
the
Mosman
Mothers’
Club
at
www.mosmanmothersclub.com
PPPS LETTERBOX
The following notes have been distributed recently
and are also available on the school website
http://www.padstowpark-ps.com.au/
(TIO) = Those involved Only
 District Athletics Carnival Permission Note. (TIO)
 Current Illnesses in the School. (Yellow)
 K - 6 Maths Learning Workshops Permission Note.
 K - 2 Talking and Listening Information.
 K - 2 Swimming Program Permission Note.
 PSSA Soccer Semi Finals Permission Note. (TIO)
 FOIM Recorders Information & Permission Note. (TIO)
 FOIM Strings Information & Permission Note. (TIO)
 P&C Vote & Play on Election Day RIDE BRACELETS
Order Form. (Pink)
 Years 3 - 6 Swimming Program Permission Note.
 1/2H Padstow Library Book Week Activities Library Visit.
 Citizenship Ceremony Permission Note. (TIO)
WELCOME TO:
Ava Fellows who joins 1/2H from the
United Kingdom. Welcome Ava.
We now have 338 students enrolled at
Padstow Park Public School.
ACCEPTING ENROLMENTS NOW FOR 2014
Your child will be able to join with other new children
while you meet with parents and staff members who will
acquaint you with the school and its programs. Please join
us at Padstow Park Public School and start your child’s
educational journey. - A great place to learn!
TERM 3 DATES TO REMEMBER
Tuesday, 16 July - Friday, 20 September 2013
AUGUST
19th - 23rd Book Week. “Read across the Universe”
Wed 21st
District Athletics Carnival - Crest Bass Hill.
Fri 23rd
PSSA Finals.
th
Mon 26
Recorder Concert.
26th & 28th 9:30am Father’s Day Wrapping - H Block.
Wed 28th Strings Concert.
Citizenship Ceremony. (TIO)
th
th
28 & 29 K - 6 Maths Incursion.
th
Father’s Day Stall. Gifts $3-$10.
At East Hills Boys High School we firmly believe that learning Thu 29
should be the number one priority of all students. The school SEPTEMBER
nd
rd
Stage 2 Overnight Excursion to Yarramundi.
offers a number of academic scholarships for students who dis- 2 & 3
th
play outstanding attributes in academic achievement, leadership Wed 4
Book Club Orders Due to the Office.
and school and community involvement.
Fri 6th
PSSA Season 3 Commences.
- 22nd Nov K-2 & 3-6 Swimming Program.
Applications for Academic Scholarships for Year 7
Sat 7th
Election Day Vote and Play. NB New Date.
students in 2014 are now open.
9th - 13th
Choral Rehearsal Week.
th
Further information and application packages are
Tue 10
10:30am Mrs Taylor and selected students to
available from the school website;
South Haven Nursing Home.
http://www.easthillsb-h.schools.nsw.edu.au
th
Wed 11
Regional/Area Athletics Carnival.
th
Tue
17
Regional Spelling Bee.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE FRIDAY 20 September 2013.
th
Fri 20
Last Day of School for Term 3, 2013.
Children starting Kindergarten in 2014 must
be 5 years old by the end of July 2014. If you
haven’t already collected an enrolment
package, please do so and return ASAP.
EAST HILLS BOYS HIGH SCHOOL
ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS 2014
Before and After School Care Survey
Dear Parent/Guardian,
After being approached by a number of parents this year, I am investigating the
possibility of creating an After Hours centre on site at Padstow Park Public School.
Before going ahead with detailed plans I first need to know if there is a need for such a
service on the school grounds both before and after school during the school terms and
during term breaks.
At this stage there are no plans to end the arrangement with the YMCA and this service
will continue until a complete investigation of the needs and changes to the facilities of
the school are completed.
I would like to encourage all parents to complete this brief survey to help us determine
your needs. The survey should take no more than a couple of minutes of your time.
Please return all completed surveys to the front office.
Thank you for your participation in this survey.
Regards,
Mrs J. A. Mollica
Principal
Out Of School Hours Survey
Family name (optional) ______________________ Children’s names and ages (including those that may be
coming to Padstow Park in the future) ____________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
1.
Do you currently use before and after school care?
2.
Why/why not? _________________________________________________________
3.
If you use before and after school care how many children use the service? ________
4.
If Padstow Park had before school care on site would you use it?
Yes permanent
Yes casual
No
5.
What days and times would you use such a service?
Everyday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
6.
What time would you need such a service to open?
6am
7.
If Padstow Park had after school care on site would you use it?
Yes permanent
Yes casual
No
8.
What days and times would you use such a service?
Everyday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
9.
What time would you need such a service to close?
6pm
6:15pm
10.
Do you currently use a vacation care service?
Yes
No
11.
Would you use an onsite vacation care service?
Yes
No
12.
When would you need to use such a service?
Everyday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
13.
Yes
No
Friday
6:30am
7am
Friday
6:30pm
Friday
Is there anything else you would like to add that would help us gather information about your needs?
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
Thank you for your time.
Mrs J.A. Mollica
Principal
Please return to the office
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