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18th September, 2018 (Term 3, Week 8)Appin Public School97 Appin RoadAppin N.S.W 2560

Phone: (02) 4631 1220Fax: (02) 4631 1486

Email: appin-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Dates to Remember:19th Sept Regional Athletics Carnival - Campbelltown Sports Stadium20th Sept Year 2 Excursion to Wollondilly Heritage Centre - please be at school by 8:45am21st Sept Assembly - Darling & AOM September24th-28th Sept School Swimming Scheme - 12:00pm to 3:10pm (please note late return to school)24th Sept Parliament - 2:00pm in hall26th Sept Red Food Day - Canteen Showbag Lunch - Notes due Monday 24th Sept27th Sept Year 1 Excursion to Wollondilly Heritage Centre 28th Sept Last day of Term 315th Oct Staff & Students return for Term 416th-24th Oct Life Education Van25th-26th Oct Stage 2 Camp to Jenolan Caves26th Oct Assembly - Snowy

From the Principal Welcome to Week 9 where we celebrate the success of Sunday’s Appin Wheels Festival which was superbly organised by Mel Lovelee and her team of supporters from our P&C.Concerns at SchoolJust a gentle reminder to parents that if you have any concerns about your child at school, please contact your child’s teacher, one of our Assistant Principals or our Principal. Please do not listen to gossip that is often incorrect.Appin Wheels FestivalWell, that is Appin Wheels Festival done and dusted for its 2nd year! And what a day it was - truly amazing. Appin Public School P&C Committee thank all the families of our school, the great community, show entrants, food vendors and stalls for supporting our event. A big thanks needs to go to our generous sponsors: Big Dan’s Contracting, Sydney Cruise Ship Parking, Narellan Powder Coating, Syndicate Digging, Appin Chamber of Commerce, Bright Sparks Early Learning, Route 66 Tours, Campbelltown Concrete, Lytmo Pty Ltd, Thunderstruck Performance, IGA Appin, Macca Garage and Sizzler.Also, thanks to the following:- Shannon’s Insurance, who cover the cost and send out Pinky (the entertaining car show announcer) and the Shannon’s Super Rig, which was a big hit.- Jubilee Amusements (our newest local business) who generously organised the rides for our children to enjoy.- Wayne Anthony, a dad from a local school who has advised us from the beginning of Appin Wheels Festival on all things to do with these sort of events. He generously gives his time to professionally park all the vehicles and judges our event. We are very grateful to him.- Mick Caruana and Chris Langstaff who contributed to our event- Paul Hughes - plus other parent and staff helpers on the day. I hear Mr Earnshaw is keen to help again with parking next year, with the help of the lights aircraft controllers used to direct planes. We had a bumper crowd of over 3000, and over 180 show vehicles on display which is amazing we keep getting told from the experts for such a small school and new event. The list of show entrant winners will be posted on Appin Wheels Festival Facebook page shortly. Lots of photo highlights from the day have already been posted. Appin was definitely the place to be on Sunday, with our community also hosting the Koala Picnic and Appin Inn opening. Please ‘Save the Date’ for Appin Wheels Festival next year - Sunday 15th September 2019. And we can now proudly say, we raised $15,000!!!We are absolutely blown away, and so pleased with such a successful fundraiser that was embraced and enjoyed by so many. Thanks to our team of P&C ladies who made this happen. It’s a big job bringing it all together, but definitely worth it with the results. Bring on 2019!Funds for FarmersToday we held a Farm Day to raise ‘Funds for Farmers’. Students were asked to donate $5 each or a gold coin donation. We are pleased to announce that an amazing $1,179.20 was raised and will be donated to ‘Dilly Drought Drive’. Thank you so much for your support for this worthwhile cause.

Student AchievementsOur champion spellers, Erin and Ruby in the Junior Division and Corey and Allira in the Senior Division did themselves and our school proud in last week’s Regional Premier’s Spelling Bee competition. We are also very proud of our team of sporting students who represented our school at last week’s Zone Athletics Carnival. Mr Earnshaw and Mrs Clarke were very impressed with the outstanding sportsmanship of our students. Our school finished second in the points score which is an amazing achievement for a school of our size. Special congratulations go to Jiselle, Coby and Ethan who were runners-up age champions.Murray class students Ben, Alexis and Macey have achieved Bronze Mathletics certificates whilst Cooper, Ava and Ben have achieved their Maths goals.Isobel in Swan class has achieved her goal of reading and writing her sight words.Keep up these fantastic efforts!Stamp Chart SuperstarsCongratulations to the following students who have filled their stamp chart, or accumulated dojo points, bydemonstrating and following classroom rules.Snowy: Hunter, JohnathanSwan: Bailey, Samaira, Tom, Heath, PatrickMargaret: Ivy, Isla, Alexis, Fletcher, Annabelle, Abbie, Noah, Zaine, Bailey, Issabella, SofiOrara: Alex, Seth, Hunter, Will, Shylah, Landon, Charlie, Aston, Kiarra, Caitlyn, Georgia, Sophia, Ella, Emily, Akira, Chloe, ZavierCongratulations to all and keep up the fine efforts.

Students of the WeekSwan - Thomas Darling - Harvey Snowy - Ebony Yarra - KalaniFranklin - Mackenzie Margaret - Sofi Murray - AvaDaly - Nate Orara - Caitlin Nepean - RylieStyx - Cameron Daintree - Sinisha Murrumbidgee - Harry

Disruption to School Back GateDuring the holidays, a new concrete path will be laid along the inside fence at the rear gate of the school. We have contacted the council to ask if they could also replace the paved path that continues to the roadway at Elizabeth Close. We will keep you informed of their decision. During the last week of this term, our GA will be removing the pavers ready for the concreting. Please be aware of the changed conditions at the back gate and be as careful as you can. We hope to cause as little inconvenience as possible. Thank you for your patience.“Student-led interviews” or “3 Way Parent-Teacher-Student Interviews”This term we are trialling a new way of conducting parent-teacher interviews. Firstly, Term 3 parent-teacher interviews will instead be student led conferences and your child is expected to attend the conference with you. Your child, with guidance from their classroom teacher will discuss their progress towards achieving their learning goals, show evidence of achievement and share future learning goals. It is a great opportunity to celebrate growth in your child’s learning and achievements. Secondly, we are trialling an online booking system using the ‘School Interviews’ website. This means you can easily make appointments for all of your children online from your computer, tablet or smart phone.To make an appointment go to www.schoolinterviews.com.au/code and enter the code: wsqed1. Enter your details2. Select the teachers you wish to see3. Select the appointment times that suit your family bestWhen you click ‘finish’ your selected bookings will be emailed to you immediately. If you do not receive your email, please check your junk-mail, or enter the event code again and check your email address spelling. Update your details if email address is incorrect. DO NOT DELETE the email you receive. Keep it somewhere safe. You may need to refer back to it at a later date. REMEMBER TO ADD YOUR APPOINTMENTS TO YOUR CALENDAR - reminders will not be sent home.Bookings must be finalised by Friday, 21st of September, Term 3 Week 9.If you need to view, cancel, change or print your bookings:● Click on the link in the confirmation email you received after you made your bookings● OR return to www.schoolinterviews.com.au and enter the code and the email address you used when making your bookings. If you are unable to access the internet you can visit the school office to make an appointment.Special Swimming Scheme60 students will take part in swim scheme starting Monday, 24th September and continuing daily for one week to Friday,28th September, 2018.Students should:• wear their swimming costume under their school uniform each day.• bring a change of underwear and a towel in a plastic bag inside school bag.• bring a spare jumper/jacket to wear between the 2 lessons. Please ensure that all articles of clothing are clearly labelled with your child’s name.• Students will leave school at 12.00pm and return to school at approximately 3.10pm. (please note late return to school)• Students will have lunch before leaving school

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TERM 3 WEEK 8 & 9

Kindergarten 2019Kinderstart sessions for this year will continue each Monday culminating in Kinder Orientation on Monday, 22nd Octo-ber from 9:10am - 11:00am. Even though a healthy number of prospective Kinder parents have contacted our school in preparation for enrolling for 2019, we ask that you please encourage any neighbours or friends with children starting school to obtain enrolment forms from our office. Also, for those parents who have already collected their enrolment forms, please return the completed forms to our office as quickly as possible along with a copy of your child’s birth certificate, immunisation records and proof of your address.

Gala Day Day # 4 Results from Friday, 14th September, 2018

Soccer:Game 1: Appin A v Blairmount Juniors lost 0-3 Seniors lost 1-3 Game 2: Appin A v Thomas Acres Juniors lost 0-5 Seniors lost 0-4Game 3: Appin A v Appin B Juniors lost 1-3 Seniors won 3-2Game 1: Appin B v Claymore Juniors lost 0-8 Seniors lost 0-12Game 2: Appin B v Campbelltown Juniors drew 2-2 Seniors won 4-0Game 3: Appin B v Appin A Juniors won 3-1 Seniors lost 2-3Touch Football:Game 1: Appin A v Thomas Acres Juniors won 9-0 Seniors won 7-0Game 2: Appin A v Rosemeadow Juniors won 5-0 Seniors won 4-0Game 3: Appin A v Campbelltown Juniors won 3-0 Seniors lost 1-4Game 1: Appin B v Rosemeadow Juniors won 4-0 Seniors won 2-0Game 2: Appin B v Campbelltown Juniors lost 1-6 Seniors lost 1-4Game 3: Appin B v Leumeah Juniors lost 1-5 Seniors lost 0-3Netball:Game 1: Appin A v Bradbury Juniors lost 3-12 Seniors lost 8-11Game 2: Appin A v C’town East Juniors won 9-0 Seniors won 12-0Game 3: Appin A v Leumeah Juniors lost 4-13 Seniors lost 3-28Game 1: Appin B v Ruse C Juniors lost 1-3 Seniors lost 8-12Game 2: Appin B v Ruse B Juniors lost 0-5 Seniors lost 3-19Game 3: Appin B v Claymore Juniors lost 2-4 Seniors lost 0-15AFL:Game 1: Appin v St Helens Park Juniors won 78-0 Seniors won 69-8Game 2: Appin v Blairmount Juniors won 84-0 Seniors won 96-0Game 3: Appin v Thomas Acres Juniors won 58-0 Seniors won 34-6

FREE ENTRY • All Welcome E: dps.education@parliament.nsw.gov.au www.parliament.nsw.gov.auParliament of New South Wales, 6 Macquarie Street, Sydney

GROUP BOOKINGS FOR 10 OR MORE ESSENTIAL 9230 2047

Free fun educational activities at Australia’s oldest Parliament for children from 4 to 12 years. Follow the children’s trail; enter the guessing competition, participate in the arts and crafts; visit the historic legislative chambers places rarely open to the public. Engage with roving historical characters and celebrate the 100 year anniversary of women becoming eligible for election to parliament and admittance to the legal profession in NSW.

FRIDAY 12 OCTOBER

10 AM TO 3 PM

Family Fun Day

at the New South Wales Parliament

October School Holidays!

Sausage Sizzle $3.00 per person

FREE ENTRY Activities 10.00 am to 3.00 pm

Location 6 Macquarie Street – opposite Martin Place

The public café will be open.

Keyboard & Guitar lessons On School Campus!

Small Group & Private Lessons Please ENROL TODAY – via PMI’s website OR enrolment forms available at your school front office Lessons are held once per week on school campus – typically during the school day Only $15.95 per child per small group lesson (2-5 students for 30 minutes) Our small group lessons provide a fun and affordable opportunity to learn instrumental music Private lessons also available ($32.95 per child for 30 minutes) Learning plan for all students via “PMI Stars” program – structured objectives with progress visibility PMI teachers supply keyboards and textbooks for keyboard lessons (students bring their own guitars) Ten minutes per day of practice at home is all that is required to see improvement! Instrumental music can improve your child’s school results – including for reading, maths, coordination Limited spaces available – so please enrol ASAP

P: 1300 362 824 E: admin@primarymusicinstitute.com.au www.primarymusicinstitute.com.au

Fairy GardenThanks to the creativity, planning and hard work of Mrs Wallace, our school now boasts our very own absolutely gorgeous fairy garden. It’s adjacent to our school garden and provides a quiet place for young children to look, imagine, dream and wish. Well done and thank you Mrs Wallace!