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20 November 2009
CALENDAR OF EVENTS 2009
NOVEMBER 24 Silver Morning Tea 25 Scripture teacher breakfast 25 P & C meeting 7pm 26 Orientation Events 2.00pm ES1 Class Visit DECEMBER 1 Orientation Events 1.45pm ES1 Class Visit 2 Whole School Performance 3 Gold breakfast 9 Presentation Day Assembly @ Rouse Hill HS 11 Stage 3 end of year excursion 15 Y e a r 6 Graduation Assembly Year 6 Farewell @ Dural Country Club 16 Last day students 2010 17 & 18 Staff Professional Dev. Days JANUARY 2010 27 Staff return 28 Stage 13 students return FEBRUARY 1 5 Early Stage students commence

From the Principals Desk

The end of the term is rapidly approaching with only three full weeks remaining and a thousand things do finalise. I am aware that there has been a lot of conversation in the community about me leaving the school. I would like to clarify that I am not planning on leaving our school just yet. I may do so one day, but I will ensure that the community knows when that is about to happen. If and when I do leave, and I will be retiring within the next few years, the same process we use to select any new staff member will be used to replace me. I would like to thank Karen Thomas and Stephen McKenna who spent yesterday with myself, Mr Ison, Mrs Peberdy and Mrs Thwaites, selecting two new assistant principals for our executive team. We have, I believe chosen the two outstanding candidates from an incredibly strong field. I am still waiting approval from staffing to appoint , but as soon as I can, I will let the community know who the successful applicants are. I know that you will welcome support them as you have supported previous executive members. Yesterday I was privileged to attend our first Junior Public Speaking competition. Two students from each of the Early Stage 1 and Stage 1 classes gave a short speech around a variety of topics. Mr Ison adjudicated and commented on the confidence and speaking ability of our students. The winners; Megan from ES1 and Georgia from S1 were outstanding! These students will now show off their talents to you at our Performance Evening. Our evening performance has sold out. However, if you would like to leave your name and the number of tickets you require for this performance, we will see if we can hire extra seating. There are still tickets available for the daytime performance. The $5 ticket fee will go towards hiring the seats, lighting and costumes etc. Dont forget to keep up to date with all the end of year events using our website calendar. The calendar has all the events listed and the background information you might need.

Jan Anderson
Principal

ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS REPORT Earlier this year, I wrote that it was going to be a very busy and productive year. Those words have certainly proven to be so true! Looking back on the year, I have been privileged to work with the Stage 3 team of Eva Hamilton, Jenni Milburn, Robyn Jones, Julie Hill and Amada Sims with support from Kylie Whittle, Tony Trollope and Jane Flanagan. We have worked continuously and most diligently to prepare our students for high school and beyond. Development of effective literacy and numeracy skills has been a consistent focus and, to further enrich their learning, students have had the opportunity to participate in: World of Maths workshop on problem solving Lane Cove National Pak and Sydney Tower excursion School Band and music tutorials Senior Dance Group, performing in the Hills Performing Arts Festival Senior Drama Group, performing in the Sydney West Drama Festival Primary Choir, performing in the Hills Performing Arts Festival and Celebrating the Arts Festival Miss Sarahs Dance Group, performing in the Celebrating the Arts Festival and Wakakirri Performing Arts Competition Art Show, Science Show, Coin Race, Rainbow Mufti and Crazy Hair Day fundraisers Interrelate Moving into the teen years program for Year 6 students UNSW Competitions in English and Mathematics Visual Arts Camp Debating Competition and Camp Waste Watchers Environmental Education Program Active After Schools Program Maths Olympiads Operation Art ANZAC Day and Remembrance Day Ceremonies, led by school leaders State Dance Camp Hills Public Speaking Competition Presentation Assemblies, led by school leaders Cricket Workshops Young Scientists visit from the University of Sydney Macquarie University Maths Project DigiEd digital animation workshop for Year 6 students Canberra three day camp. PSSA Summer and Winter competitions Kinder Orientation process Swimming, Athletics, Cross Country and Ball Games Carnivals Life Education Drug Awareness Program Still to come, we have: School Leadership election process School Public Speaking Competition High School Transition Program and Orientation Days School Performing Arts Concert Presentation Day Year 6 Graduation Assembly and Dinner Dance at Dural Country Club End of Year excursion to Richmond Theatre and RAAF Base These events and activities could not have taken place without the commitment, flexibility and organization of Stage 3 teachers and our colleagues in other stages, the quiet, friendly efficiency of our office staff, the support and involvement of our caring, generous parents and the enthusiastic participation of our Stage 3 students. Thank you to the whole school community for supporting Stage 3 and public education,

Mrs Vivian Gillett

Assistant Principal Stage 3

SPORT REPORT Firstly, congratulations to Rachel P, who competed in the NSW Primary School athletics carnival 2 weeks ago and was placed 2nd in the 11 year old girls long jump. This is indeed a fantastic effort, and has resulted in Rachel qualifying to participate in the National Championships to be held this month at. Well done Rachel, what a fantastic achievement. Rachel also finished 7th in the 100 metres, while Amanda B finished 5th in her qualifying heat. Just a reminder that the summer PSSA competitions have 2 weeks left, with the last round scheduled for on Friday 20th November. Also, a further reminder that all T Ball and Softball teams have a bye this Friday, and have their final games the following week on the 20th. The games for these teams will be against Kellyville and will be played at Bernie Mullane Complex. As the end of the competitions approaches, there are several Beaumont Hills teams in with a chance of making the semi finals, including both Touch Football teams, the boys basketball team, the Senior girls T Ball team and the Junior boys T Ball team. Lets hope that they have a successful ending to the competition and qualify for the big games. Should any of these teams be successful, the team coaches will contact you about arrangement for playing these games, details of training and transport arrangements. Results of games from 6th November. TBall and Softball v Castle Hill at Fred Caterson Junior boys T Ball won 21 7 Senior Girls T ball lost 9 15 Junior Girls A TBall lost 3 35 Junior Girls B TBall lost 8 38 Senior Boys Softball lost 0- 21 Senior Girls Softball lost 0 - 15 Cricket v Excelsior Juniors lost 52 -55 Seniors lost 47 68 Touch Football v Northmead Juniors won 2-0 Seniors draw 3-3 Basketball v Crestwood Senior Girls lost 6-20 Senior Boys won 48 4 Results of games from 30th October TBall and Softball v Sherwood Ridge Junior Boys TBall lost 9 19 Senior Girls TBall lost 12 13 Junior Girls A TBall lost 3-7 Junior Girls B T Ball lost 1-19 Senior Boys Softball lost5 13 Senior Girls Softball lost 8 17 Cricket v Samuel Gilbert Juniors lost 53 - 55 Seniors lost 47 75 Touch Fooball v Jasper Road Juniors 3-3 Seniors won 3-1 Basketball v Excelsior Senior Girls won 20-16 Senior Boys won 37-4

Tony Trollope
Sport Co-ordinator Northmead Uniting Netball Club Registration for 2010 Season A member of Gooden Reserve Netball association, we are committed to maintaining a low fee competition where girls of all ages and ability level are welcome. All games played at Gooden Reserve on Saturdays starting 20th March 2010. Low registration fees: Fun Net: $20 (5 -7 years) Under 16s: $60 Over 16s: $65 Second hand and low cost uniforms available Register online at www.goodenreservenetball.com.au or at Winston Hills Shopping Centre Saturday 5th December 10am-2pm. Teams and individuals welcome. For more information visit our website, email [email protected] or call 0488152239.

CELEBRATING ACADEMIC SUCCESS The results for the University of New South Wales Maths competition have finally arrived. Many students have achieved outstanding results. There are numerous students who have achieved Distinctions and High Distinctions in all three tests, well done to those amazing students. Congratulations to the following students: Year 3 Year 4 Jack D- Distinction James D Credit Conor A-Distinction Laith T Credit Emmanuel-Distinction Ezra E High Distinction Ethan P-Distinction Timothy D - Credit Sahar A- Credit Christopher A - Distinction Lydia Cheung- Distinction Bonnie L - Credit Oscar H-Distinction Sachira W- Credit Ethan H-Credit Ryan M - Credit Liam S-Distinction Sachini W- Distinction Melina- Distinction Tara T Credit Gonzalo P- Distinction Cherry Z Credit Andrew T-Credit Sajitha Credit Beau D- Credit Riley E-Distinction Zachary L-Distinction Ezra E- High Distinction Ben M-Distinction Andre L- Credit Oliver M-Distinction Stella N- Credit Lovina P-Credit Aryan P- High Distinction Thenhra S- Credit Franjo P- Credit Billy Z- Credit Rachel R- Credit Sarah O- Credit Nikki Z - Credit Year 5 Lea Ann W Credit Joshua P Credit Alex L Credit Fariha I Credit Ana- Leisa D Credit Simran K Credit Liam M Credit Connor M Credit Kaviya S Credit Siksha G- Distinction Jasmin J- Credit Shahana M- Credit Jimmy W- Credit Students receiving High Distinctions in this test are performing in the top 1% of the state. Congratulations to these students. Year 6 Kate F - Credit Petar R- Credit Thomas N- Credit Elena O - Distinction Jayden P - Distinction Navpreet S- Credit Isabelle D- Credit James C- credit

Mrs Kirsti Hitz-Morton

Co ordinator

Correction: In the English Competition Ethan P received the Distinction

CANTEEN NEWS Volunteer Roster Week 6 Monday Tuesday 23/11 24/11 Helper 2 helpers needed Munazza + 1extra helper needed 1 helper needed Theresa & Debbie Kylie 1 helper needed Week 7 Monday 30/11 Tuesday 1/12 Wednesday 2/12 Thursday 3/12 Friday 4/12 Helper Meagan Ariun Shelley Debbie Estel NorAin

Wednesday 25/11 Thursday 26/11 Friday 27/11

Year 6 helpers . 23 -27th November Recess Lunch Aidan & Matt Taylah & Chiara
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30 Nov4th Dec Recess Lunch Courtney & Rachel Godwill & PJ

We need a couple of extra hands in the Canteen on the following days: Mon 16/11, Tue 17/11 , Mon 23/11, Tue 24/11 If any of you can help out on either of those days, I would be very grateful. Mums & Dads, Are you interested in helping in the Canteen next year, please come and see me so we can pencil in your preferred day. Only one day per month is needed you are sure to have fun, get well fed and be very popular with your children (and their friends). Slush Puppie raffle will commence on Wed 11/11. Buy a slush puppie and receive a raffle ticked. For every 100 tickets handed out, 3 prizes will be drawn. Make sure you keep your raffle ticket as proof. Winning tickets will be displayed on the blackboard to claim your prize, you must show a matching ticket. We have 6 rounds of tickets available. Best regards

GINGERBREAD HOUSE MAKING Come and have a great night of fun and creativity. Sunday 29th November 1.45pm or Friday 4th December 7.15pm $25 per house includes house, icing, board, mini gingerbreads tree and angel as well as supper on the nightBYO LOLLIES. BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL BY 20TH NOVEMBERSPACES LIMITED Phone Sue McGuigan on 8814 6563 (please leave a message) or email @ [email protected] Held at Beaumont Hills Community Centre & run by Rouse Hill Salvation Army KELLYVILLE ROUSE HILL BUSHRANGERS JRLC INC. SUMMER SKILLS CLINIC Kellyville Bushrangers will be running a Skills Clinic over the 2009-2010 Summer for 4-12 year olds. This clinic aims tointroduce the skills of Rugby League into new players and build on the skills of existing players. The clinic will run for 6 weeks and the cost will be $60.00. This fee includes a Bushranger training t-shirt, drinking cup and a football. The clinic will be held at Kellyville Park (Memorial Avenue, Kellyville) on Monday evenings from 6.00pm 7.00pm. It will start on 23rd November and run for 4 weeks prior to Christmas, with the remaining 2 weeks to start in early February 10 Registrations to be held the first evening. Further enquiries can be made by contacting Jeff Quick on 0400 289 639.

EARLY STAGE 1 ORIENTATION Our new Early Stage 1 students for 2010 have now had the opportunity to visit classrooms in our school on four occasions. They have participated in a range of activities related to English, mathematics, COGs (Connected Outcomes Groups) and Gross Motor. It is wonderful to see the way the children are already adjusting to coming to school and eagerly pick up their name tags each time. Last night the parent information evening was held and parents were given a bag full of valuable information to assist with their childs smooth transition into school. Mrs Jenny Kneipp, a co-odinator for the transition of children from home to school addressed the parent group, along with a P&C representative and two of our current Early Stage 1 parents. I would like to give a special thanks to these people for giving up their time to join us. It was great to hear their positive thoughts about our school. There are still two more orientation events. One is next week, Thursday, 26th November for children to join in an assembly, at 2pm. The second is on Tuesday, 1 December, in the Early Stage 1 classrooms. The new students Stage 3 buddies for next year will be with them for an activity during this visit. We hope that everyone has enjoyed participating in at least a couple of our orientation activities this year and we hope these have helped prepare children for starting school in 2010.

Mrs Mckie
Assistant Principal Early Stage 1

BANDANNA DAY From the 5th of November to the 10th the school leaders have been selling canteen bandannas for young people (12-24 years old) that live with cancer. We have raised almost $300 so far. We wanted to remind you that the bandannas are on sale for $3 and pens for $2. Tomorrow the 11th of November will be the last day to purchase bandannas and pens we would really appreciate it if you supported this foundation and bought a bandanna or pen. Wednesday the 11th of November is the last day that your child can wear their bandanna. Thankyou from the School Leaders.

SUMMERLAND POULTRY
23 WITHERS ROAD KELLYVILLE DIRECT FROM THE FARM OPEN TUE TO FRI 8.45 TO 5.30 SAT 8.00 TO 2.30