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Blackwell PS Newsletter – Wednesday 18 March 2015
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Blackwell Public School
58A Blackwell Avenue,
St Clair NSW 2759.
A note from the Principal
In this week’s edition…
Harmony Day-20th March 2015 – Everyone
Belongs
Term 1 - Dates to remember ......................................... 1
A note from the Principal ................................................ 1
Harmony Day is celebrated throughout Australia on 21st
March each year since 1999. On this day we are
encouraged to celebrate the cultural diversity of our
country. It’s a day of cultural respect for everyone who
calls Australia home. We celebrate the cohesive and
inclusive nature of Australia. It is a time to reflect on
where Australia has come from, while also recognising
the traditional owners of this land. It is also the United
Nations International Day for the Elimination of Racial
Discrimination.
A note from the Deputy Principal ................................... 2
P&C News ...................................................................... 3
Playgroup. Naplan, School Photo Day, Office News...... 4
Upcoming events, School Uniform, Library.................... 5
Awards, Parent Help Needed ......................................... 6
Rules of Engagement Info ............................................. 7
Sports in Schools Program Info ..................................... 8
Stage Info ................................................................. 9-12
Traditionally the colour orange relates to social
communication, stimulating two-way conversations. At
the same time it encourages self-respect and respect of
others.
Term 1 - Dates to remember
Thursday
March 19
Friday
March 20
Monday
March 23
Tuesday
March 24
Wednesday
March 25
Friday
March 27
Playgroup 9:10am-10:45am Kindy COLA
STEPS Gala Day
School Banking
Harmony Day
SRC Induction & Combined Assembly 2pm
in Hall
Since 1945, 7.2 million people have migrated to
Australia. We identify with approximately 300
ancestries and today around 45 percent of Australians
were born overseas or have a parent who was born
overseas. We speak approximately 300 languages,
including Indigenous ones, and four million of us speak
a language other than English at home.
Uniform Shop 8:30am-9:30am
School Banking
Yr3-Yr6 Assembly 2pm
Wednesday
April 1
Uniform Shop 8:30am-9:30am
Thursday
April 2
Our cultural diversity is one of our greatest strengths
and is at the heart of who we are. Multicultural
Australia is an integral part of our nation’s history and
character.
School Photos
Monday
March 30
02 9670 5080
02 9834 4368
blackwell-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
www.blackwellps.com.au
We hope your children enjoy this special day and take
home the message that everyone belongs!
Playgroup 9:10am-10:45am Kindy COLA
PAWS LUNCH
Last Day of Term 1
On Friday we will wear Orange and as a special Aussie
treat, students will be allowed to wear thongs. We are
also holding an Aussie BBQ. I just hope we can cook 600
sausages in time!!! All sausages are Gluten free! We are
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using the kind donations of thongs to mark out a large
Australian map. Thanks to several parents who made
bulk thong purchases to fill our stores. All dollar
donations will support our Ethiopian student, KIBATU,
again this year
Congratulations to our St Mary’s PSSA swimmers on
their efforts at Homebush this week. While we may not
have many moving to state level we certainly saw
plenty of PBs (technical swim talk) and a great deal of
determination and team effort. I felt very proud to be
part of this great school. Well done once again!
RECIPE FOR HARMONY:
We wish Mrs Richmond a speedy recovery. Pauline has
managed to break her leg and given herself a nasty
head wound. She will unfortunately be away until next
term. We thank Amy Bray for stepping in to look after
KR during this time.
A good serving of all these ingredients on a daily basis
Tolerance
Traditions
Kindness
Friendships.
Respect
Culture
Togetherness Inclusivity
Empathy
Mixing
Kris Hudswell
Principal
Let us remember that every day should be a “harmony
day”!!!
A note from the Deputy Principal
It’s hard to believe that Term 1 is almost ended. So
much has been organised for our students. We have
had Ripples present a Water Safety talk to Stage 1 and
Stage 2 students; Claymation workshops have been
busily engaging our Year 4 students, Harmony Day is
happening this Friday and there is still more to come
before the end of term!
May I remind you that School Photos are being held on
Tuesday, 24th March. Envelopes have been sent home
for class and individual photos. Photos can be paid
online. Don’t forget to return all envelopes before or on
the Tuesday. Family photos will also be taken on the
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day. Come to the office before 24 March if you would
like to purchase a family photo and pick up your
envelope.
Just a reminder that students need to be aware of
STRANGER DANGER procedures as they travel to and
from school. Never travel alone, never talk to someone
you do not know and always go straight home by the
most direct route
Playgroup is on again tomorrow 19th March with Mrs
Swadling running a mini BOOT CAMP. Please make sure
appropriate clothing and shoes are worn. So come
prepared to join in the activities. Thanks to those mums
that made play dough last time, a great hit with the kids
and to Mrs Tatafu for our exciting Easter craft.
In Term 2 we will begin the Sports in Schools program
for social skills and cooperation at the school. This
program has been organised as part of our PE, Health
and Personal Development program. Each family will
get a flyer to inform you of the program. Also you can
see what this is about in this newsletter.
Our first STEPS Gala Day will be held this Thursday 19th
March.Fingers crossed that our hundreds of students
travelling to 3 different venues will have a great day
competing and representing their schools and teams.
Many thanks to Mr Samuels for his organisation of this
event.
May I remind parents who pick their child up by car in
the afternoons, please go to the car zone for pick up
and drop off. Please, no parking in Bus Zones. In the
afternoons it has been noticed many children are
walking and running past the staff car park without
looking. It is dangerous if a car is coming out. The Staff
have talked to the students about this, as well as our
rule of waiting inside the fenced area in the afternoon.
No child should be waiting near the carpark gates. If
parking is difficult, perhaps your child could be picked
up at the back gates.
A huge THANK YOU to Mrs Anderson for all the hours
spent in organising a School, District and then Zone
Swimming Carnivals. Hundreds of names, times and
information between schools and staff went into each
of these events. A mammoth effort when Paula is not a
full time teacher!!! I have been amazed by her skills and
patience over the last couple of weeks.
The Department of Education and Communities
requires schools to publish Rules of Engagement for
Digital devices for Staff, parents and students. Blackwell
Public School has a policy stating this. It has now been
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inserted on the P&C Facebook page. This will also apply
to emails and other digital devices used by our
community. It has been put in our newsletter for all to
read.
Kate Meredith from Educate to Communicate teachers
will suggest her as a Speech pathologist. Parents are
asked to ring Kate or another outside service to make
appointments.
Let’s enjoy what the rest of Term 1 has in store –
Harmony Day, Privilege days, Easter.
Judith Wilson
Deputy Principal
How well is your child using language?
P&C News 2015
By the time a child reaches their sixth birthday language
should be well developed.
Annual P&C Easter Raffle
The P & C Easter Raffle to be drawn at assembly on
Monday, 30th March. We are asking our school
community to help support this event by donating
Easter eggs, baskets or anything Easter related for us to
put together as prizes. Donations can be handed into
our school office from today onwards. All donations big
and small will be graciously accepted!
Here are the key indicators of school readiness in
language skills.
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Speech that is easily understood with the
majority of speech sounds produced correctly.
Complex sentences in expressive language with
few grammatical errors and a wide vocabulary.
They will understand a wide range of concepts,
be able to answer / ask questions and follow 23 step directions.
Emerging literacy skills-awareness of rhyming
words, the understanding that words are made
up of sounds and have familiarity with handling
books.
Ability to attend to adult directed tasks,
cooperative pretend play and independence
with basic dressing skills.
Fine motor skills-correct pencil grip and the
ability to draw a person and basic shapes.
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Raffle tickets have gone on sale from Monday, 16
March 2015 and are available at the front gate. Sales
will be from 8:30am - 9:15am in the mornings and
2:30pm - 3:15pm in the afternoon. We are also asking
for volunteers to help with the ticket sales so if you can
spare a little time in the mornings or afternoons then
we would love to see you. Any help will be appreciated!
Thankyou
P & C fundraising committee
P&C Election BBQ Fundraiser 2015
Date: Saturday, 28th March 2015 Reminder
The ability of a child to manipulate speech sounds is
also an indicator. If your child is experiencing difficulties
as these, you are best advised to see a speech
pathologist.
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That time of the year where our local community needs
to elect new local government members.
Difficulty with recognising the same sounds at
the beginning or end of a word.
Difficulty blending multiple sounds together to
form a word
Difficulty discriminating between sounds and
letters ie. Knowing what the letter is called and
the sound it makes.
While sight word reading is important for
reading fluency, progression to more difficult
and unfamiliar texts requires a flexible sound
and sight word reading system.
Blackwell P & C will be holding a BBQ Fundraiser on the
day to feed all the hungry voters!
Duration of BBQ will be 7am to 4.30pm which includes
setup and cleanup. We will be needing numerous
helpers on the day to help cook, serve, setup and
cleanup. A roster has been setup and if there are any
volunteers that could help throughout the day could
you put your name down on the roster and the
allocated timeframe you would like to help. The roster
can be found on top of the P & C Suggestion box
located in the office.
Any time you can volunteer would be greatly
appreciated.
If you have any concerns regarding the Speech of your
child please see your child’s class teacher. Our teachers
also approach parents if they notice a child is having
difficulty with language. As we work in partnership with
P & C Committee
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Playgroup
Volunteer Helpers
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Next Playgroup this Thursday, 19 March and operate
each fortnight from 9:10 – 10:30 This Thursday, Miss
Swadling is running a mini BOOT CAMP. Please make
sure appropriate clothing and shoes worn and a hat,
crunch and sip. So come prepared to join in the
activities. All pre-schoolers and their parents are most
welcome.
To assist us here at school with our volunteer helpers
there is a new no cost On line Registration for
volunteers- www.newcheck.kids.nsw.gov.au or phone
02 9826 7627 for assistance.
I would like to thank all our volunteers who regularly
assist Blackwell in so many ways from Friday banking to
library to classroom activities to individual students. It
certainly strengthens our school.
School Photo Day
When: Tuesday 24th March 2015
News from the office
Please ensure all children wear correct school uniform,
with shirts tucked in, black shoes and no jewellery or
nail polish.
Class Stationery Packs-2015
Cost for Class Stationery Packs for 2015 is $60 per
student. These class packs will include all stationery to
be used in the classroom, such as pens, pencils, rulers,
glue sticks, document folders, markers and all exercise
books. As well as these stationery items, payment of
this amount will include costs to participate in
computer and social skills programs throughout the
year.
This will be our Class photo and individual photo day.
Sports photos are taken later in the year.
Envelopes have gone out to students. Money and
envelopes are to be handed in the office by Monday
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23 March preferably but will be accepted Tuesday
morning before 9am.
It would be appreciated if payment could be sent to the
school office, in a clearly marked envelope, as soon as
possible.
Family photo envelopes can be picked up from the
office.
Students will be given their class packs following receipt
of payment and all stationery items will be kept in the
classrooms for use each day by the students.
Invoices
Term 1 invoices have been sent home, with a covering
letter to all students outlining any outstanding monies
owing. Please return any payments, together with the
invoice, to the school office. These invoices will be
returned with the receipt.
NAPLAN
Dear Parents and Carers
The test dates for the National Assessment Program –
Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) for all students in
Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 are as follows:
Thank you for your co-operation in paying these
invoices throughout the year.
Tuesday 12th May, 2015 – Language Conventions test
Payment by cash, cheque or direct bank deposit.
Bank:
Westpac
BSB:
032 001
Account No:
150 170
If paying by direct deposit please ensure payment is
deposited before the closing date.
Tuesday 12th May, 2015 – Writing test
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Wednesday 13 May, 2015 – Reading test
Thursday 14th May, 2015 – Numeracy test
Friday 15th May, 2015 – Catch-up day for students who
missed a section of the test or were absent on a
particular day.
Skoolbag App
Thank you for your cooperation in sending your child to
school on each of these days.
Skoolbag is a mobile app that communicates directly to
parent smartphones. It provides access to key school
information via one single Communication Centre for
both parents and students.
How to Install Skoolbag on your Smartphone
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iPhone Users – Simply search for your school name in
the App Store on your phone, PC or Mac, and install.
Library news
Android Users – Simply search for your school name in
the Google Play Store on your phone, PC or Mac, and
install.
Library Routine: Borrow > Return weekly > Borrow.
Couple of things to do if you Skoolbag App is not
working:
1. Your app has been upgraded to the latest
Version 3. So you have to make sure that your
parents install the latest update to their
devices. Re for Apple. The devices should also
be updated to the latest OS 8 in case the users
haven't done that too.
2. If the updates have taken place and the app is
not opening properly, it is because the internet
connection is not reliable on the device at the
time.
They need to:
- Slide close the app with their thumb by holding down
the button and then sliding the app closed.
Parents please send a note if books are lost or
damaged. If this happens please send a contribution of
$10 so the book can be replaced.
Keep books in a safe spot at home.
Library Timetable
Monday
KR
KS
S3M
KP
SIM
S1B
S2K
S1F
SITC
S1W
S3B
S3W
S2M
S2W
S2C
S2F
S2L
S3BV
Tuesday
KD
S1L
Wednesday
SICR
Thursday
KT
Friday
S1CH
- Re-open the app when the device is on a reliable WiFi
connection.
Upcoming events
S3S
A message from the Maths
Committee
Yr 6 School Leavers Shirts and Jumpers
Cost:
$33 Polo Shirts
$41 Jumpers
Try on sizes in S3S classroom before and after school.
Order and money to be returned to the school by
Friday, 20th March 2015.
Stage 3 Excursion to Canberra
When:
28th & 29th May 2015
Where:
Canberra (War Memorial, Quest-a-con
and Institute of Sport)
Cost:
$190 per student
The cost can be paid by instalments.
All monies and permission notes to be returned by
Friday, 8th May 2015.
If you purchase yoghurt that comes in ‘squat’ type
white containers we would love your help! We would
like the containers to store counters in. Please wash
and dry your containers and drop them off at the office
or to Mrs Cooke’s room.
Thankyou
School Banking
School Uniforms – Abel Schoolwear
Shop
School Banking Day is FRIDAY morning.
Uniform shop open at Blackwell Public School
Term 1 2015
PAWS Lunch
Principal Award Winners, Captains, Senior School
Councillors and SRC Leaders will attend our lunch on
Thursday, 2nd April at our Gallipoli Garden (usual placeunder the sails) at 1:15pm. Parents are most welcome
to attend.
Every Wednesday 8:30am – 9:30am or you can visit
their shop at:Abel Schoolwear
44 Peachtree Road, Penrith
PH: 4731 2388
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S1F
Merit & Virtue Awards
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Monday, 9 March 2015
S2C
Hayley
Patrick
Tarliah
Jessica
Summer
S2F
Alyssa
Jacob
Kyle
Harkiran
Jakob
S2K
Kybe
William
Luke
Jasmine
Annalise
S2L
Gilang
Kayden
Makayla
Matthew
Shyla
S2M Ashleigh
Holly
William
Lincoln
Javier
S2W Indiana
Jaxon
Charlotte
Liam
Ciara
S3B
Trent
Albert
Ieremia
Lani
Cheyanne
S3BV Richard
Jenna
Dylan
Nayomie
Elise
S3M Maddison
Jack
Marcus
Bradley
Jayden
S3S
Jayden
Hayley
Arav
Shaylah
Shalice
S3W Lachlan
Alyssa
Zion
Monique
Seini
S1L
S1M
S1TC
S1W
Cohen
Jacob
Taylor
Makaylah
Indie
Rhys
Brock
Nathan
Robert
Abbey
Virtues:
Tolerance
Self-discipline
Honesty
Kindness
Respect
Patience
Responsibility
At Blackwell we
encourage our
students to use
Good manners,
Good thinking
and Good
learning.
Parent Help Needed
Our school has just purchased new updated Reading
books for Stage 1 and for Home Reading. These books
need to be covered in plastic. It is a mammoth chore to
cover all of these books at school along with the other
procedures in organising the books.
If you have a bit of time at home at night or on the
weekend, perhaps you can help contact these readers.
If you would like to help out in doing this please fill out
and return the slip below to Mrs Wilson. The books and
contact will be left in a bundle for you to collect from
the Office. We will give a pack of 6 books at a time.
Covered books can be returned to the Office. We
greatly appreciate and thank you for your help in this
area.
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Monday, 16 March
KD
Zaydee
Ethan
KP
Ayden
Ayva
KR
Michael
Papatani
KS
Kayla
Emma
KT
Leeara
Aiden
S1B
Sophia
Olivia
S1CH Daniel
Finn
S1CR Jayden
Emily
Misha
Alex
Omid
Aydin
Emily
Hayley
Elijah
Riley
Olivia
Emma
Ashlea
Dylan
Brooklyn
Holly
Harlow
Lacey
Roy
Lucas
Shaye
Charlie
Ania
Cooper
Jaxson
Nikki
Angelina
Leihana
Thank you…
I would like to help cover the readers for Blackwell
Public School.
I am ______________________________________
My child is_________________________________
of class ____________
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I can pick the books up from the office and return them
to the office
Blackwell Public School
March 10, 2015
Rules of Engagement
In joining our community on Facebook, Blackwell Public School follows both the DEC Code of Conduct and Facebook
terms and conditions.
Students
Please note that the Facebook terms and conditions state that no one under the age of 13 years should have a
Facebook profile. Therefore, any primary students who 'Like' or comment on the Blackwell Public School Facebook page
will be deleted and reported immediately.
Comments Policy
Blackwell Public school encourages interaction from Facebook users but is not responsible for comments or wall
postings made by visitors to the page.
Comments posted also do not in any way reflect the opinions or policies of Blackwell Public School.
BPS asks that people making comments on the page show their respect for their fellow users by ensuring the discussion
remains civil, especially since Facebook allows individuals 13 and over to join.
Comments are also subject to Facebook’s Terms of Use and Code of Conduct.
Remember that your name and photo will be seen next to your comment, visible to the tens of thousands of visitors to
the page.
We reserve the right, but assume no obligation, to remove comments that are racist, sexist, abusive, profane, violent,
falsehoods or are wildly off-topic, or that libel, incite, threaten or make ad hominem attacks on BPS students,
employees, guests or other individuals.
We also do not permit messages selling products or promoting commercial, political or other ventures. Facebook
encourages all users to utilise the “Report” links when they find abusive content.
Friending Staff on Facebook
Please note that the Department of Education and Communities has this advice for teachers ‘Friending’ parents on
Facebook:
The line between your professional and personal life could become blurred making it difficult to manage your
professional relationship with the parents when that becomes necessary.
You also need to bear in mind that becoming a Facebook friend with a parent could result in their children getting access
to your account as well.
You also need to be mindful that you need to be careful what you say on Facebook if you have parents as friends as
comments made online can be misunderstood and could result in parental complaints made to your principal.
In short, please do not ask to friend a member of staff on Facebook as refusal often offends.
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MEDICARE BULKED BILLED DENTAL SCHOOL PROGRAM
Blackwell Public School has been email by Australian Mobile Dental Care to provide a Medicare Bulked
Billed Dental Program at the school.
To see if this program is viable to the school, please return slip below with child/rens names and
classes if you are interested.
Australian Mobile Dental Care Return Slip Interest
Name of Student
Parent/Caregiver
Signature
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Class …………………………..
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Class …………………………..
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Class ……………………………
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Date
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Early Stage 1 Information
KD – Mrs Deanne Witchard
KR – Mrs Pauline Richmond
KP – Mrs Paula Anderson/Mrs Michelle Mifsud
KS – Miss Lauren Thomas
Introducing.... Mrs Turnbull (KT)
This is my 7th year working at Blackwell P.S and I am so excited to be
teaching Kindergarten where everyday is full of love, laughter and learning.
Prior to Blackwell, I worked at Oakville P.S in the Hawkesbury for 8 years
teaching all grades K-6.
I feel so lucky to have the 2 best jobs in the world, being a teacher and
being a mum! My amazing husband Tim and I have beautiful twin daughters
who are almost 4 years old and in August this year we are expecting
another little bundle of joy. On the weekends, we love spending the day in
the city, getaways to the coast and family movie nights. I also enjoy
cooking, reading, and musical theatre, but I especially love teaching and am
very lucky to be working with Mrs Wrigley again this year in KT.
Introducing.... Mrs Wrigley (KT)
I have been a teacher for over 35 years and I started my career at
Lethbridge Park and Hebersham before moving to Bennett Rd and finally
coming home to Blackwell Public School. I have been married to a beautiful
man for 35 years and have 2 amazing children who have become teachers
themselves. I love spending time at the beach, reading and enjoying time
with my wonderful family – especially my 2 adorable grandchildren. I
absolutely love teaching and am enjoying another great year on the Kinder
Turtles with Mrs Turnbull.
IMPORTANT DATES….
Kindergarten Easter celebrations will begin in Week 10 with our Privilege Day on Wednesday 1st April. The day will have
a Visual Arts focus and children will rotate around the Kinder classrooms completing various Easter tasks such as
constructing Easter baskets, iPad art activities etc.. Please note this year that all Kinder students will make their Easter
hat at school. We are asking if you could send in supplies to assist your child’s class, such as felt shapes, stickers,
feathers, cotton wool and glitter. We will be making our hats in class with our buddies that week.
On Thursday, 2nd April we will be holding our Infants Easter Hat Parade. You are welcome to join us for a picnic recess
at 11:00am on the day and following recess at 11:30am, our parade will take place in the hall. We look forward to
seeing you all there. Students can wear mufti on this day.
IMPORTANT MESSAGE …
There have recently been some cases of head lice reported in Kindergarten classrooms, we ask that you please be
vigilant in checking and treating your child’s hair as required.
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Stage 1 Information
S1B – Mrs Rochelle Bellamy
S1TC – Mrs Dyan Toldano/Mrs Jill Capuyan
S1CH – Mrs Julie Crossman/Mrs Merryn Handley
S1L – Miss Heather Lane
S1CR – Mrs Rachel Cameron/Mrs Bev Reynolds
S1W – Miss Kim Woods
S1F – Mr Hani Farag
S1M – Mrs Malinda Frazer
Easter
Just a reminder: Please remember to start collecting materials you will need to make your Easter hats in class on
the Monday of Week 10. Also remember to wear suitable mufti for that day. Our Easter Hat Parade will be on
Thursday, 2nd April!
Harmony Day
Remember to wear orange and your thongs for Harmony Day on Friday, 20 th March. We will be having an Aussie
BBQ. Thank you for your $1 donations.
Speaking and Listening Poetry Task
Stage 1 students are learning about different types of poetry in class. Each class has a Speaking and Listening
task, which their class teacher has spoken to them about. Notes have been distributed. Keep practising your
poems at home.
Belongings
Just a reminder: all students’ hats, jumpers, bags, drink bottles and lunch boxes require labelling to ensure they
are identified and don’t become lost property. At our school, we promote Sun Safety. Please ensure your child
brings a hat to school each day. Also, the cooler weather is fast approaching, so please start packing a jumper or
jacket for your child so they can stay warm.
Book Packs
Thank you to the families who have paid for their book packs. Please ensure payments are made as soon as
possible. The cost is $60 and is payable to the office.
Library Borrowing
All students require a library bag to allow them to borrow each week. If you are uncertain of your child’s library
day please check with their teacher.
Toys
Please limit the amount of toys your child brings to school to one per child. Preferably, small handheld toys.
Thank you.
Hello from Mr Farag
I love the community spirit here at Blackwell, which makes me feel I belong to my extended family. I admire this
school’s relentless effort in continually striving to improve the quality of teaching and caring for our students.
Most of all, I appreciate the cheerful greetings I receive from the students. Thank you.
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Stage 2 Information
S2F – Mrs Fiona Cooke
S2C – Ms Stephanie Coard
S2L – Mrs Kathi Lockley
S2K – Mrs Sharalynne Krensel
S2W – Miss Judith Washburn
S2M – Miss Fay Mantas
STAGE 2 NEWS
What a busy start to Term 1, 2015 and here we are in Week 8 already. We still have a lot to do before our well
deserved Easter break.
This week we congratulate our regional swimmers who participated at Homebush on Monday. Year 4 children
have enjoyed completing Claymation and have produced some interesting and individual film clips. Thursday is
our Gala Sports Day, so don’t forget hats, sunscreen and plenty of water. Finally on Friday all of Blackwell are
joining together to celebrate Harmony Day. All students will be offered a sausage sandwich for lunch. Remember
to wear ORANGE!
During Week 10, Year 3 and Year 4 children will construct a diorama showing the habitat of a native Australian
animal. The children have been asked to bring a shoe box to school and will also need to start thinking about a
variety of materials they will need and even some animal models. A note went home earlier this week regarding
our special ‘Privilege Day’.
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School Photos take place on Tuesday, 24 March this term. So get spruced up and don’t forget to bring your
envelope on the day.
Homework is a valued part of school life at Blackwell Public and does include your child’s class presentations. We
encourage all children to participate and your support to ensure your child is prepared is appreciated.
Stage 2 Penrith Regional Gallery & The Lewers Bequest excursion. A note has gone out today with the newsletter
about the Stage 2 Excursion. Permission note and payment to be returned to the school office by Friday, 24 th April.
With just over two weeks to go, let’s put our heads down and enjoy it.
A Little About Stephanie Coard
After growing up in the beautiful Blue Mountains I spent nineteen years travelling and working overseas.
After the birth of our son George, my husband and I returned to Australia to bring him up. He is now
fifteen and towers over me. My family and I enjoy cooking, watching movies, reading, trips into Sydney
and road trips. Part of every weekend is spent with Harry, our dog, at George’s football matches during
the season.
I have worked at numerous schools and have spent eight enjoyable years teaching at Blackwell. I would
say that one of the most rewarding aspects of teaching is enabling children to develop into independent
thinkers and valued members of the community.
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Stage 3 Information
S3B – Mrs Kellie Balloch
S3M – Miss Malica Makragic
S3BV – Mrs Rachel Bulluss/Miss Shannon Vos
S3S – Mrs Denise Suffling
S3W – Mr Rod Woolard
Attention: Yr 6 Students - School Leavers Shirts and Jumpers for Purchase
Order forms and payment need to be returned to the school office by this Friday, 20 th March 2015.
Prices: Polo Shirts
$33
Jumpers
$41
Sizing of garments will be available to try on in S3S classroom before and after school.
STAGE 3 PRIVILEGE DAY
On Friday, 27th March, Stage 3 will be participating in the Term 1 Privilege Day. This will be held at the St Clair
Leisure Centre. Permission notes went home today and students need to return their notes to their classroom
teacher. As stated on the note there is no cost for this excursion, but students can bring money along to purchase
lunch at St Clair shops. PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THIS PRIVILEGE DAY IS FOR STUDENTS WHO HAVE MAINTAINED
10 OR MORE BEHAVIOUR POINTS. Notes will be sent home for those students who are not eligible to attend.
BEHAVIOUR NOTIFICATIONS
Please be aware that if a student receives a blue or white slip for poor behaviour, that these slips are copied and
sent home to you as a behaviour notification. Please sign these and return them back to Mr Woolard, Stage
Supervisor.
STAGE 3 CAMP
Lots of children have been bringing in their notes and money for the Canberra, overnight camp. The amount can be
paid off in instalments. Please remember to clearly write your name, class and amount on the envelope.
EASTER CHALLENGE
On the Wednesday and Thursday of the final week stage 3 will be competing in the 24hr egg challenge. On the
Wednesday afternoon students will be given an egg in a clip locked bag. The egg must remain in the bag and
remain with the student for 24 hours. Let’s see if Stage 3 can complete the 24hr egg challenge.
REMINDER STAGE 3 PARENTS
All Personalised Learning Plans, Code of Conduct sheets and High school enrolment forms should be returned by
the end of this week.
BLACKWELL PUBLIC SCHOOL
DO NOT ENTER PARENTS AND CARERS ARE REQUESTED NOT
TO ENTER THE SCHOOL CAR PARK EITHER BY CAR OR ON
FOOT TO DROP OFF OR COLLECTSTUDENTS.PLEASE ACCESS
THE SCHOOL GROUNDS THROUGH THE PEDESTRIAN
GATETHIS IS A WORK, HEALTH & SAFETY ISSUE FOR THE
SCHOOLTHE SCHOOL CAR PARK IS FOR SCHOOL STAFF ONLY
AND FOR DISABLED PERSONS FOLLOWING A REQUEST TO
THE SCHOOL PRINCIPAL
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Blackwell Public School - Calendar
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