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Hezlett Happenings

Autism Awareness Day World Autism Awareness Day is an internationally recognised day on 2 April each year. At NKPS we celebrate our differences and want to increase understanding by helping our students to learn more about Autism and the many tremendous strengths that students with Autism can bring to our school and community. We are doing this by simply asking our students to wear the colour blue. This can be a blue shirt, blue ribbon, blue socks anything blue! Our teachers will also talk sensitively and compassionately about Autism Spectrum Disorder with our classes, with carefully constructed, age-appropriate discussion points and short videos. It will be a general discussion with no reference to individual students. Please help us celebrate and acknowledge Autism Awareness Day by helping your child/ren come to school wearing blue on Tuesday!

Easter Raffle Draw – Money and/or Unsold Tickets to be Returned The Easter Raffle will be drawn next Friday 5 April. All raffle ticket money and unsold books must be returned no later than Wednesday 3 April. Students who are able to sell their books will receive a free ticket to the Easter Show in the Hills.

Guardian & Other Sponsorship Opportunities North Kellyville Pubic School has formed a mutual connection with local sales agent Brett Humby of Guardian Realty. Brett is also a proud father to Ella and his family are local residents living around the corner from the school. With Brett as an active sponsor and advocate for our school, he has kindly agreed to donate $1000 to the school for every sold property referred by somebody with an affiliation to the school. Furthermore, Brett has confirmed that there are often sales created off a sales result and Brett has committed to donate a further $500 for any properties that come off the back of a referred property / client connection through or within the school. Guardian Realty are a major selling agency within our Kellyville / North Kellyville area and we see this unity as a great partnership for our school and local community. For further information, please contact Brett anytime on 0413 491 111. Parents/carers wishing for their businesses to be promoted within the school can make an appointment to speak directly with me as these types of agreements help to supplement the finance resource allocation from the Department of Education. Sponsorships / agreements must:

• represent fair exchange between the school and the sponsor

• be consistent with the values, vision and goals of public education

• support teaching and learning • meet an identified need within the school

PRINCIPAL’S NEWS

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Morning Bell Song Choice Congratulations to 4/3J and Mr Janes for being selected to choose next week’s song. We can’t wait to find out what they will choose! How to Read at Home with Your Child Last week staff members Kasey-Lea McGill, Samantha Newth and Sonia Kadian presented a session to parents about reading. Materials that were referred to are online here. A video of the presentation should be published in the next week. Proud Harmony Day Moment Mastan of KP is so proud of her Iraqi heritage that she insisted her photo be included in this week’s Hezlett Happenings! It was lovely to see many happy faces last Thursday week during our Harmony Day celebrations and hope that my message of cultural diversity evolving from being tolerated to accepted to celebrated to preferred resonated with the community.

Registering for School Disco Registration for the school disco opened on Wednesday and continues on School Stream up until Thursday 4 April. Cost is $10.00 per child, with a $0.75 transaction fee added. The only way to pay and register is via the School Stream app. Reserve your child’s spot now! When events like this are held, student safety is our main priority. To that end, parents must drop off and ‘sign-in’ their children, and then pick up and ‘sign-out’ their children afterwards. Students attending the disco directly from Wesley Out of School Hours Care will be signed-in by OOSHC staff. NKAG Picnic in the Park The North Kellyville Advocacy Group is holding its first annual picnic in the park on Sunday. I would love to see many North Kellyville Public School families attend this fabulous community event. Our P&C will be cooking up a BBQ storm on the day.

School Plan Parent Forum – 3 April Over the next two weeks, the 2019-2020 School Plan will be written by the executive staff after consultation with stakeholders. Parents are critical stakeholders and their views are important. Over the last 3 Hezlett Happenings I have published a link to an online survey to collect parents’ contributions to the planning phase. The next and final opportunity for parents to make a contribution to our strategic plan will be held next Wednesday 3 April after morning lines, at 9:15am. There is no RSVP required for this. Parents wishing to be part of a forum where their views about the school’s directions will be gleaned are welcome to congregate at the small amphitheatre (near the office). Teacher Professional Learning Teachers are continually engaging in professional learning in order to remain informed, expert practitioners and to maintain their accreditation with the NSW Education Standards Authority. Recently our teaching staff delved into the world of STEM education in preparation for the delivery of engaging and meaningful units of work which will commence next term. Additionally, next week each team of teachers will be released from their classroom teaching duties for one day in order to collegially plan for an exciting and empowering term ahead. Your child will therefore be taught by a substitute teacher on the following day:

• Monday – Years 1 & 2 • Tuesday – Kindergarten • Wednesday – Support Classes • Thursday – Years 3 – 6

Parent Volunteers – Last Chance to be Accredited for Day 1 Term 2 Parents wishing to become registered volunteers in time for Day 1 Term 2 must drop off their paperwork to the office no later than Friday 5 April. We would love as many parents as possible to become school volunteers and appreciate the community’s understanding of the need to complete all mandatory checks to ensure the wellbeing of all of our students. Below is the message that has been in the last month of Hezlett Happenings.

1) If you would like to be issued with a parent volunteer credential (mandatory to be in classrooms or go on excursions etc), complete the following paperwork:

a. 100 points of ID to be brought to the office where it will be photocopied and kept on file for audit purposes

b. Appendix 5 which is a summary of the 100 points and a signed declaration about character and previous offences

2) The office will process this paperwork, take a portrait photograph of you and generate a

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volunteer credential. This might take up to a week. The volunteer credential (pass and lanyard) is to be worn by volunteers while they are in the school for identification purposes.

3) Each time a volunteer comes to the school they can use their credential to sign in and out electronically from a kiosk set up in the office foyer.

Election Thank You Hardy members of our wonderful P&C Association coordinated an election day BBQ at West Pennant Hills Public School last Saturday. Thank you to Alison, Gloria and their team for yet another successful initiative. Site Update This week I had the privilege of touring ‘stage 2’ of the site construction. I was mightily impressed with all aspects including:

• Playing field preparation • Support class access driveway • Vegetable patch • Mulched play area • Hipwell Avenue parking and pedestrian entry

It is hoped, and expected, that when students return to school after the Easter holiday break, the whole of the site’s construction will be complete. Please read notices from the school over the holidays as updates will be provided, specifically about site access. Get to Know us! In the next few editions of Hezlett Happenings we will include some staff biographies. I hope that this helps you connect with our team. This week, get to know Miss Primci, Mrs Broome and Mrs Apap! Tom Moth Principal 29 March 2019

Working Bee AMAZING! We had a great response to our call-out for parent helpers to attend a working bee this week in the library. Book covering is a “necessary evil” of schools and we are all over it at North Kellyville! The next working bee will be held whilst the school discos are on – so if you are able to stay around after dropping

your child off, please come on up to the library and help us cover a few books.

Book Club Thank you for supporting our first term of Book Club. All orders have now arrived and been distributed to students. Book Club will resume early next term with Issue 3. Premier’s Reading Challenge (PRC) At a glance:

• All books read are logged online – no paper records.

• Student login details are Department of Education (DoE) credentials used to log in to all Doe applications e.g. firstname.lastname + password

• 3-6 students must complete the Challenge independently but will be shown the process required to complete their reading records

• All K-2 students at North Kellyville will complete the Challenge as their books can be shared and/or read to them.

• K-2 students will have the books read with them at school, logged online by me.

• There is also a very useful information note available here

• If all else fails….Search NSW PRC via Google or see Ms Whelan!

Until next time…happy reading!

Katie Whelan Teacher Librarian 29 March 2019

LIBRARY BIZ

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Volunteer Checks In order to assist at P&C functions, you must have completed an "Appendix 5 form for volunteers" and registered with 100-point ID check as outlined in the school newsletter.

P&C Working Groups Volunteering to be a part of a P&C Working Group is a great way to be involved in the various projects happening at our school. The P&C is currently working on the following projects - if you would like to get involved, please click on this link to fill in your information and indicate your area of interest:

• NKAG Sausage Sizzle March 31st • School Disco April 5th • Mother's Day Stall May ~ date TBA • Trivia Night June ~ date TBA • School Uniform ongoing • Applying for Grants ongoing • School Banking ongoing

PLEASE NOTE: you may volunteer for a shift at an event whether you are a financial member of the P&C or not; but membership to the Working Groups itself (where decisions are made and plans are laid) is open only to financial members. If you have not yet paid your $2 to become a P&C member and wish to do so, please get in touch. NKAG Picnic BBQ This Sunday (March 31st) the P&C will be running the BBQ at the North Kellyville Advocacy Group community picnic at Oxlade Reserve (just a few blocks from the school). There will be free face painting and seedlings give away - so bring your Frisbee and picnic rug and join us for a great day out. Easter Raffle Please return all Easter Raffle tickets and money to the school office as soon as possible - latest by April 3rd. If you do not wish to sell tickets or are unable to sell them all, please return the unsold tickets so those eager to sell more can do so.

School Disco Our first school disco will be held on Friday April 5th - the first session is 6.00-7.00pm for Kindy-Year 2 followed by a second session at 7.30-8.30pm for Years 3-6. The P&C is assisting the school by asking for volunteer helpers who will assist in various roles on the night. We need 15 volunteers for 5.00-7.00pm (to set-up & oversee the first disco) and a further 15 for 7.00-9.00pm (to oversee the second disco & clean-up). Please click here if you can take on a shift. NSW State Election BBQ Last weekend, the P&C ran an election day BBQ at West Pennant Hills Public School (whom we are very grateful to for the opportunity) and we made $800+ ... a small but inspiring step towards our big goal of purchasing playground equipment for our school. Thank you again to Woolworths and Coles for the food vouchers and Allicia Muggridge for donating drinks.

Join the NKPS P&C Facebook Group to stay up-dated on upcoming events.

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Alison Nicolson P&C President 29 March 2019 nkps.pca@gmail.com

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Parent / Teacher Interview Feedback Now that our parent teacher interviews have been completed, we would like your feedback to find out where the process was successful and where opportunities exist to improve for the future. The survey is linked here and it will only take a couple of minutes to complete. Easter Hat Parade Notice Please see the notice at the end of the Hezlett Happenings about an Easter hat parade being held later this term. What is Primary Ethics All About? Special Education in Ethics is a program run by parent volunteers that is scheduled alongside Special Religious Education classes. It relies on parents becoming trained and then teaching classes. A flyer is here with more information. Artemiss Keyhani is our one and only Ethics volunteer, but she cannot run the program on her own. She is more than happy to answer your questions and help you through the registration and training process. Artemiss has kindly provided her email address for those wishing to make contact - artemissk@internode.on.net. Video Depository The school’s website now features links to various videos that have been produced as part of the school’s opening. This page will be updated regularly, particularly as our student film-crew is formed and they start making videos. Please visit the video page now to see:

• Animated fly through • School tour • First day of school • Smoking ceremony & welcome to country • Woolworths tour

Hindu Scripture Cancellation Hindi scripture has been cancelled as there are no volunteers available to teach the classes. Students whose parents marked Hindu scripture as their option will attend non-scripture until volunteers are sourced. Download School Stream Now! Please download School Stream from the Google Play or App Store to start receiving push notification

reminders from the school and to enjoy the benefits and ease of app-based technology. Via this app, parents can:

• Complete absence notifications • Complete permission notes (currently

information is provided about our Moving Bodies gymnastics program)

• View information pertinent to their child’s grade or class

The app has some degree of configurability, so if you have suggestions on how we can improve its usage or impact, please let us know.

31/3 NKAG Picnic Oxlade Reserve 10-3 2/4 Autism Awareness Day – Wear Blue 3/4 Parent School Plan Forum 9:15 3/4 Last Day to Return Raffle Money/Books 4/4 Assembly Item – 5/4S 2:00pm 5/4 School Disco! 6:00 – 7:00 for K-2 5/4 School Disco! 7:30 – 8:30 for 3-6 11/4 Easter Hat Parade 2:00pm

Out Of School Hours Care – Wesley Mission has been appointed as the provider of out of school hours care. The centre will run out of the school hall both before and after school. Morning care will commence from 6:00am, while care in the afternoon will be provided until 6:00pm. Contact OOSH on 96266620 or email oosh@wesleymission.org.au.

Facebook Page – ‘Like’ our Facebook page and encourage all of your friends, families and neighbours to do likewise!

Mailing List – To be added to the Hezlett Happenings mailing list, click here.

Parent Handbook – Edition 1 of the North Kellyville Public School Parent Handbook if available here. Please read this document to become acquainted with many school programs and procedures.

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GET TO KNOW US

Get to know Elena Princi!

Question 1: Tell us a little bit about yourself… I am the classroom teacher of KP. I have a massive Italian family with 20 first cousins alone. I love big family gatherings where Nonna would cook up a feast while we all laugh around the dinner table. My favourite food is pasta and being Italian we make our own tomato sauce every year. I love dogs - who doesn’t? They are so cute and cuddly! I have a Pomeranian x Chihuahua at home and her name is Bella. I love staying active on the weekends either by going to the gym, going for long walks or even a bike ride. I also love movies. Nothing beats sitting down with a cup of hot chocolate and watching a good film!

Question 2: Why did you become a teacher? I didn’t always know I was going to become a teacher. I first completed a Bachelor of Speech and Hearing Sciences and worked at Sydney Adventist Hospital until I decided to go back to university to do a postgraduate course of Primary Education. I am fortunate that I went down this path as I can apply knowledge from both fields into my love for teaching. I always knew I wanted to do something with children and being able to watch them learn and grow is something very special to me. Question 3: What is your favourite subject/concept to teach and why? I enjoy teaching Mathematics. I love numbers! Growing up my dad, sister and I always enjoyed this subject and I still remember times where we would sit and solve problems together. When teaching maths I love seeing a student’s face light up when they understand the strategies they need to use in order to get the answer. Question 4: If you could have a super power what would it be and why? Definitely would be to have super speed! I am always so busy so this super power would allow me to get so much more done during the day. Could you imagine being able to do all your chores in the blink of an eye? That would be fantastic! Question 5: Share one interesting fact about you? Even though I am Italian I have never been to Italy! I plan on going within the next few years and I am looking forward to it.

KP Staying Active!!! KP has been thoroughly enjoying our weekly sessions of Moving Bodies in the hall. We are learning a range of position and actions such as pencil, star, tuck and our motorbike landing.

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Get to know Alison Broome!

Question 1: Tell us a little bit about yourself… I am the administration manager for our school. I live in the hills district, have 2 adult children and enjoy living in Sydney. Question 2: Why did you become a SASS member? I came to work in school offices when my children started school. I love working in primary schools because I like helping students and teachers to have a great school day each and every day. Question 3: What is a passion/interest you have? I really love to cook for my family and friends. I also like to sew all sorts of different things from clothes to bags. Question 4: If you could have a super power what would it be and why?

The superpower I would like to have is called Omnilingualism or All-Speak which is the ability to perceive and communicate in any and every language including sign language without ever being taught. I then would always be able to understand what everyone is saying where ever I am in the world. Question 5: Share one interesting fact about you? My best friend is a girl I met the first day of High School. We have been friends for 47 years and still haven’t run out of things to talk about.

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Get to know Anne-Marie Apap!

Question 1: Tell us a little bit about yourself… I am a proud mother of two beautiful children. I have been teaching for 14 years and this year I am one of NKPS’s Creative Arts teachers. My family and I enjoy travelling overseas as much as possible. I LOVE chocolate and in my spare time (not that I have much of that) I enjoy going to the beach, sewing, singing, drawing/painting and watching some of my favourite TV shows. I love all things Disney! I have been to Disneyland in Paris, Disney World in Florida as well as Disneyland in Los Angeles three times. Next up… Disneyland in Tokyo. Question 2: Why did you become a teacher? I knew from a very young age that I wanted to become a teacher! I would play schools with my chalkboard and dolls each day. I

always enjoyed school and loved learning. I was fortunate enough to have encouraging and creative teachers as role models. I endeavour to nurture confidence and a love of learning in my students. Question 3: What is your favourite subject/concept to teach and why? I love teaching the Creative Arts so I am extremely lucky to be one of NKPS’s Creative Arts teachers!!! I grew up in a very artistic and musical family which allowed me to develop a real love for the visual arts and music in particular. The Creative Arts allows students opportunities to express themselves in varying ways and I look forward to providing exciting and creative learning opportunities for the students of NKPS. Question 4: If you could have a super power what would it be and why? If I could have a super power it would be an ability to fly. My family and I love travelling so much so this would definitely come in handy! Question 5: Share one interesting fact about you. I was DUX of my high school.

NKPS loves to dance!

The Creative Arts Focus this term is Dance…

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Friday, 22th March 2019

Easter Hat Making and Parade (Years 3-6)

Dear Parents/Carers, The North Kellyville Public School Easter Hat Parade will take place on Thursday 11th April, 2019. The Assembly will commence at 2pm and will take place in our school hall. Students in Kindergarten, Year One and Year Two will work alongside their peers in Years 3-6 to design and construct an Easter hat to model during the parade. The creation of hats for K-2 students will take place during the school day. For students in Years 3-6 who wish to participate, we are kindly asking that they create their Easter hats at home. Students in Years 3-6 will be actively assisting those in K-2 and as a result, there will be minimal time for them to create a hat for themselves. Once your child has created their hat, please send it to school by no later than Wednesday 10th April, 2019. If you prefer that your child does not participate in this event, please inform your child’s teacher of your decision. If you have any further questions or queries, please don’t hesitate to ask your child’s teacher. We encourage parents, caregivers, family and friends to join us on this day and look forward to showcasing student talent at our Eggs-trodinary parade! Event: Easter Hat Parade Assembly When: Thursday 11th April, 2019 Where: NKPS Hall Time: 2pm Sonia Kadian Kasey-Lea McGill Rel. Assistant Principal Assistant Principal

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Friday, 22th March 2019

Easter Hat Making and Parade (Years K-2)

Dear Parents/Carers, The North Kellyville Public School Easter Hat Parade will take place on Thursday 11th April, 2019. The Assembly will commence at 2pm and will take place in our school hall. Students in Kindergarten, Year One and Year Two will work alongside their peers in Years 3-6 to design and construct an Easter hat to model during the parade. In preparation for this, we kindly ask parents/carers to support this experience by supplying their child with a hat (which students will glue supplies on) and a variety of decorations which will assist them in constructing their unique masterpiece! Trying to decide what to buy can be tricky so, in hopes to help, below are some examples;

• feathers • Easter stickers • ribbons/streamers • straw • felt/foam cut outs • bows • pipe cleaners

Many of these supplies are inexpensive and can be readily found at discount stores. Please remember to purchase supplies that are light in weight and those that can be easily glued onto the Easter hat! Students are required to put their items in a labelled (name and class) plastic bag and give them to their teacher by no later than Wednesday 27th March, 2019. We encourage parents, caregivers, family and friends to join us on this day as the students’ showcase their creations. If you prefer that your child does not participate in this event, please inform your child’s teacher of your decision. Looking forward to seeing you at our Eggs-stra special parade! Sonia Kadian Kasey-Lea McGill Rel. Assistant Principal Assistant Principal