Gerringong Public School

Gerringong Public School
Weekly Bulletin
12 Archibald Road, Gerringong, NSW 2534
Ph: 02 4234 1376 Fax: 02 4234 2749
Email: Gerringong-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
School Website: www.gerringong-p.schools.nsw.edu..au
9th June 2015
Term 2 Week 8
Our School Vision
Gerringong Public School provides a rich educational environment. Diversity, engagement
and learning are fostered through a safe, challenging and evolving school culture with
flexible learning spaces and opportunities for the 21st Century. Students achieve their full
potential as inspired learners through creativity, risk taking and commitment. Passionate,
professional staff, provides explicit and personalised opportunities. Staff are innovative and
enthusiastic in their delivery of current pedagogies. We welcome community partnerships
and appreciate their contributions to education and the celebration of learning. Together we
take pride in nurturing students to be involved and respectful global citizens.
We aim to achieve our School Vision by students:
 Engaging in Inquiry learning, developing skilled and dynamic thinking using quality
resources and technologies.
 connecting to the wider world and cultures through rich learning experiences.
 taking responsibility for achieving their personal learning goals and appreciate the
value of shared knowledge.
 treating each other with respect and valuing individuality. Their personal learning
styles and passions are to be encouraged and appreciated.
Our School Vision underpins all that we do at Gerringong Public School. I would like to
acknowledge the contributions of staff, parents, students and the wider community in the
work undertaken to achieve our vision for the school.
Coming Events
Interrelate –
THIS Thursday
11th Jun
Whole school
photo 15th June
P&C meeting
15th June 7pm
School Disco –
Friday 19th June
Athletics
Carnival –
Tuesday 16th
June
End of Term
Friday 26th June
Reports and Teacher Interviews
Semester 1 Reports will be distributed at the beginning of Term 3 and will be followed by parent / teacher
interviews. I would like to take the opportunity to thank staff for the many hours they contribute to the writing of
reports. Our aim is to provide you with a report that reflects your child’s achievements and future directions.
2016 Kindergarten Enrolments
If you have a child starting school in 2016 we would appreciate you contacting the office and providing your details.
A tear-off section is included in this Bulletin for you to return.
High School Information Invite At our next P&C meeting on Monday 15th June, Ms Dean will be presenting an
information session on aspects of Kiama High School. All interested parents are encouraged to attend.
Voluntary Contributions Reminder – Thank you to the parents who have paid their contributions. As tax time
comes around don’t forget, our voluntary contributions are made through the school’s Library Fund which is tax
deductible. Our contributions are - 1 child - $50, 2 children- $60, 3 children or more $70.
OUR WHOLE SCHOOL PHOTO was postponed earlier this term due to the weather. Our new date is
MONDAY 15th June. Students will need to wear full winter school uniform.
We hope parents will be able to attend our Athletics Carnival next Tuesday 16th June at Kiama.
It is a great day so come along and cheer all of our students, K-6, in their events.
Joy Fullagar - Principal
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Canteen News
Canteen Roster
Finally here comes the promised flyer, see attached.
I won’t hand it out, if you don’t have a printer, I will leave
some in the canteen and in the office.
Day
8:45 – 11:45am
1:10 – 1:37pm
Tue 9 Jun
Wed 10 Jun
Thu 11 Jun
Fri 12 Jun
Mon 15 Jun
Tue 16 Jun
Wed 17 Jun
Thu 18 Jun
Fri 19 Jun
Emma Maclean
Orla Smith
Fiona Hoptman
Katie Heaton
Romy Speering
Ceiridwyn Hawkes
Helen Sullivan
Leah Marshall
Michelle Hingle
Elisa Taylor
Doug McCallum
Megan Cox
Sam Papesch
Monica Devine
Katie Heaton
Liz Atkins
Amanda Haigh
Christine Steel
The important dates are:
11th June, Interrelate, need helpers please
16th June, Athletics Carnival, lots of helpers and bakers
please
17th June, Blues Nachos Day, more helpers please
25th June, Sushi Day, a couple of helpers to sort the rolls
and distribute
Thanks for your support. As always, any questions, suggestions, please call or email Nat on 0419 121 776 or
wienat@bigpond.com
Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea
A big thank you to all the kids that came to our Biggest Morning Tea stall last Monday. We raised lots of money. I
hope you enjoyed all of the yummy treats that we made and the treats donated by the bakery. The raffle will be
drawn at the assembly next week.
Thank you from Maddison and Millie
K – 2 Assembly awards Term 2, Week 7
Congratulations to:
Roland Lavington, Leila Reiten
KB
Sarah Moore, Riley Ahrens
KE
K/1M Layla Dudgeon, Amarli O’Brien
Maddison-Lee Taylor, Elijah Titmuss
1D
1LM
1/2JB
2D
2P
Layla Youll, Lucy Devine-Hall
Tully Alchin, Stella Smith
Claire Hayward, Ashton Dudgeon
Logan Hedges, Jasmine McPherson
Sport
Even though the term is drawing to a close, sport at Gerringong is still busy!
Rugby League
Dylan Egan and Jack Quine represented the South Coast with pride in the Under 11's
Rugby League team last week in Tamworth. Their team finished 6th overall in the state
and both boys thoroughly enjoyed the experience.
We have 4 teams competing at the All Schools Rugby League Carnival on Wednesday
from Under 9 to Opens. Mrs McDonald and Mrs Miller are very excited to be able to
cheer on the teams and wish to thank Scott Stewart and his band of merry coaches for
coaching the teams on the day!
Our school team led by 'Super Coach' Miss Baxter will also play on Friday in the PSSA
Knockout against arch rival Ulladulla. Good luck boys!
Touch Football
We are fortunate to be one of the few areas that runs a successful local Touch competition in Summer. Conducting
trials for the PSSA Knockout team in Touch has been incredibly challenging with strong talent in Stage 3.
Congratulations to the girls who were selected from the 2 trials last week and best of luck to the boys who will trial
in a round robin format this week. I was super proud to have 29 girls and 36 boys put their names down to trial!
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Athletics
We have been practicing our Athletics skills during our PE lessons and Friday sport. I have been impressed with the
high level of participation during these lessons with many students commenting on how surprised they are with their
own personal achievements with regards to the differing Athletics rotations.
Don't forget to hand your note and $5 in for the Athletics Carnival - 16th June. The $5 pays for the bus to and from
Kiama and for hiring specialist equipment that we use on the day. Even if you will be transporting your child to and
from the carnival, you must pay the $5 to cover these costs.
The canteen has asked me to remind parents that they will be operating on the day. There is no need to put in a
lunch order; children will be given the opportunity to visit the canteen on a rotational basis during the day. They will
be able to purchase hot food, pre-made sandwiches, drinks and snacks.
Volunteers! The success of the carnival is dependent on the amount of helpers we have on the day. Many activities
require more than 1 person to run and as always we value the important contributions our parent helpers make.
Please let Mrs McDonald (3-6) or Mrs Dougall (K - 2) know if you are able to assist on the day, even if it is as little as 1
hour. Thanks in advance.
Netball
Our Netball team made us all proud on Wednesday when they were courageously defeated by a very strong Illaroo
Road team. Thank you once again to Mrs Dougall for her training and coaching of this team.
Mrs McDonald
CHESS UPDATE -NSW PRIMARY SCHOOL COMPETITION
The School Chess Team is made up of Ryan Harper, Fergus Flanagan, Jai Parker and Harry Hayward. The team is
currently playing in the NSW Primary School Competition, Illawarra Zone, Championship Grade Competition.
I am very pleased to share that they are achieving successful results and have won two from two. They have beaten
Gwyneville Public School (2 wins and 2 draws) and Kiama Public School (3 wins and a draw). This is an excellent start
and I congratulate the team on their efforts.
I would also like to thank Kate Mather who has transported the boys to Kiama and Gwyneville!
Mrs Miller
CHESS CLUB
A reminder that Chess Club is held on in the library every Monday lunchtime for all students, years 2-6. This is a great
opportunity to learn and play chess as well as develop social skills.
Mrs Miller
Southern Stars meeting
A Southern Stars information session will be held in Week Ten of Term Two on Monday the 22nd of
June, at 3:15pm in 6P. It would be valuable if parents/carers of students who returned an
expression of interest letter could attend, if you are not able to attend, information will be sent
home with your child on Tuesday the 23rd of June.
Also, if you have not returned the pink expectations note and $20 participation fee, please do so by Friday 5th June.
Thank you, we look forward to seeing you there.
Gila Adams and Lauren Peters
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KINDERGARTEN ENROLMENT 2016
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will be enrolling at Gerringong Public School in 2016.
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Sibling/s at a NSW Public School – Yes / No (if yes)
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Interrelate School Services Presents a Special Evening Program
Where: Gerringong Public School
When: Thursday, 11th June
Time: Where did I come from? - Session 1 at 6:00 pm / Preparing for puberty – Session 2 at 7:15pm
Cost - One session - $25 per family/both sessions $30 per family.
Forms have been sent home; additional forms available from the office.
DO YOU WANT TO KNOW DATES FOR UPCOMING EVENTS @ GPS??
Check out our school calendar on the website: http://www.gerringong-p.schools.nsw.edu.au/
For the latest News & Features, including permission notes, which are also available on the school website.
Gerringong After School Care (GASC)
We offer a wonderful afternoon experience, full of fun activities, friendships, and fantastic times. We are proud of
the quality of care that we provide on a daily basis. We operate out of the school hall from the hours of 3pm to
6pm, 5 days a week, except for school holidays. Our service provides children with a healthy afternoon tea,
consisting of a fruit platter, then a small ‘main meal’. Children are then given opportunities to get involved in
activities ranging from sport, craft, drama, performance, games, projects etc. with quiet/free time always on offer.
We also openly welcome children from other schools.
Fees for our service are subject to government rebates such as the child care rebate and child care benefit. Fees are
currently $25 per day, per child (this is a maximum of $12.50 after CCR and less after CCB if entitled). For more
information please contact Marina or Lisa on 0488 999 602 or email Gasc2534@yahoo.com.au
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Disclaimer: Gerringong Public School advertises in this column as a service to parents. Gerringong Public School does not
endorse, sponsor or accept responsibility for the management or organisation of the advertised events or services.
Please note: The community deadline is 12 noon on Friday. Items received after this time will not be published until the
following week.
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