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Website: kincumber-p.schools.nsw.edu.au Term 2 - Week 4 P & C meet LAST Monday each MONTH, 7.00pm Thursday 19 May, 2011

FROM THE PRINCIPAL: This week: Fun Run & Sausage Sizzle P & C Forum Rule of the Week Stage 2 excursion Fun Run and Sausage Sizzle Thank you students, staff and parents for such a great day. As we expected, behaviour was terrific and support for sports houses was incredible. The weather was pleasant and we had a fun run. Many thanks to the sporting parents who took part in the parents’ run to conclude the day.

Without a small band of dedicated volunteers, we couldn’t have done all the behind the scenes work. My sincere thanks to parents Brenda Borrowman, Lee Beveridge and Jo Day who operated the sausage sizzle and mobile canteen all day; Larry Katz, our GA who only works half a day and who volunteered his own time in the afternoon to pack up and drive equipment back; Gary Willett, one of our great and reliable relief teachers who volunteered for the whole day. It’s hard work to set up activities like these off site and we couldn’t have done it without you – thank you.

The job of collecting sponsorship is well underway and we appreciate your earliest attention to this so that we can organise prizes.

Our school athletics carnival comes up towards the end of June and it would be great to see lots more helpers to assist on the day to reduce the workload for our regular faces.

P & C Forum It was terrific to see the staffroom packed with the parents and citizens who attended the forum on Monday evening. Sharryn Brownlee and Leanne Taylor from the Central Coast Council of P & Cs led the forum and provided loads of information and answered many questions. We took more questions and hopefully we can answer these next Monday when we hold an AGM to elect a new P & C.

Some of the questions included: How formal/informal does the P & C have to be? Does there have to be titles for roles of executive? What are the role descriptions of executive? How much time would I need to dedicate if I was to take on a

role? Can we share executive roles? How do we encourage more people to take part? How does the P & C help my child? How does the P & C help me? Rule of the Week This week’s rule is ‘Arrive at school after 8.20 am but before 8.50am.’ School supervision commences at 8.20am. Children arriving before this time should only be there because they are enrolled in before school care or involved in a school activity that is supervised by a teacher. Children arriving after 8.50am are considered to be late and need a late note from the office. The reason for this request is to meet our legal obligations for child protection and safety and to assist parents to meet theirs. Many thanks.

Stage 2 excursion to Cabramatta Today Stage 2 went on their excursion to Cabramatta to support their learning in multicultural education and develop intercultural understandings. Schools have an obligation to promote children’s understanding of all forms of discrimination including race discrimination. This excursion is an important part of our school curriculum, particularly as our local community does not have the variety of resources to explore multiculturalism.

The Australian Human Rights Commission (HREOC) reports that “Almost one half of all Australians were either born overseas or had a parent born in another country. Our country is also home to the world’s oldest continuing culture.” All people in Australia – no matter what their national, cultural or religious background – have a right to feel safe, respected and part of the community in which they live.

In March 2011 HREOC released a Freedom of Religion and Belief Research report "One of the conclusions that can be drawn from this research, is that there is a need to develop appropriate responses to the unique and varied Australian religious contexts and settings, including ancient Indigenous traditions, Christian heritages, and minority faith communities," said Commissioner Innes (Race Discrimination Commissioner).

"Additionally, when we are considering issues of discrimination and equality, as we do at the Commission, the research shows that there is a pressing need for education about religions, if we are to reduce ignorance and fear, while promoting intergroup respect."

President P&C

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May 2011 Friday 20 - Walk Safely to School

ASSEMBLY ROSTER Parents are welcome to attend School Assembly on; Friday 20 - 3K

Monday 23 - P&C AGM 7pm - All welcome! Tuesday 24 - ICAS Computer competition Wed 25 - PSSA Boys’ + Girls’ Basketball Gala Day Wed 25 - S2 Skyworks incursion Friday 27 - BWPSSA Cross Country Friday 27 - Aboriginal students hearing clinic at school Monday 30 - 1K, 1W & 1G Excursion to Kincumber shops

June 2011

Wed 1 - 1EL, 1D & 1S Excursion to Kincumber shops Wed 1 - Yr 3 & 6 dental screening Thursday 2 - Yr 3 & 6 dental screening

KH 1EL 2C Braydon Richardson 3M Chloe Charlton

KL 1G 2M 3T Andrew Birchall

KM NO INFANTS 1K ASSEMBLY 2N 3W Alex Priest

K/1W 1S 3G Library Tayla Eland

1D 2A Jordana Booth 3K Hannah Folkes

Please advise the school office if you have had any changes re-cently to home/mobile/work phone numbers, emergency contacts or home address. We need to be up-to-date with these so that we are able to contact you in an emergency.

The Fun Run was a great suc-cess - we had fantastic weather and good participa-tion. Please send sponsorship forms and money to school as soon as possible so that orders for prizes can be sent away. We hope to do this at the be-ginning of next week. If you raised over $10 don’t forget to indicate your choice of prize on your sponsorship form.

Join students around NSW and walk to school on tomorrow...... And to encourage us all to make the effort the canteen will be serving special hot breakfasts from 8.20am. So organise your friends, have some fun and exercise, walk to school and enjoy breakfast. ....What a way to start the day!!

KPS FUN RUN

As soon as the whistle went I was off. I felt exhausted run-ning two laps. The best part was when I was coming first! Sophia Ramsden I felt proud running because it was such a long distance. Braydon Craig I felt confident running, but I was exhausted. I enjoyed being with my mum. Kye Bermingham The best part of the fun run was running fast. Max Chesworth The best part of the fun run was running a lot. Max Ryan I felt really hot when I was running. Kye Smith Running in the fun was exciting because we raised money. I felt exhausted when I had finished, but I loved running be-cause I got more exercise. Kane Callan. I loved the feeling that I would run and maybe beat my friend Bree. When I got close to the line I overtook two people and beat Bree!! Georgia Robinson I loved the fun run because I tried my hardest and I was ex-hausted from running. Riley Seaburn The best part of the fun run was when I ran past the finish line

and WOW I came 17th. Katelyn Jones The best part of the fun run was when I got an extra special

Smoothie at the end. Kieran Vella The fun run was fun and exhausting. Caitlin Wilkinson The best part of the fun run was getting a prize and because

Davis won. Jessica Ruthen I loved it when my family cheered for me. The best part of the fun run was when I made it into District. Paige Staff Friday was a good day to get fit at the fun run. I felt tired when it was over. Bree Jackson I liked the fun run because it was challenging. I was so tired I couldn’t sprint but I still came in 9th. I was so exhausted. Kaya Ardita It was a very eventful day and it was fun hanging out with my friends. Rylie Lewis The fun run was exciting and I nearly came 14th. Kai Lenton The fun run was great. I got to eat a sausage sizzle, talk to my friends and have mum cheer for me. I was also excited when I beat Elias! Dominick Edwards I loved the fun run because you could win prizes. Josh Swift The best part of the fun run was running fast and I felt proud when I finished. I loved watching my sisters run and it was funny to see the parents running. Elias Williams The hot fun run was soooo tiring. I thought my legs were going to collapse, but it was fun. Jarrah Johnston

Congratulations to all participants in the Fun Run/ Cross Country Carnival. Well done to the following students who have made it to district on Friday 27th May: Jamal Belkadi, Jarred Steen, Zac Bissett, Luke Holder, Lu-cas Brown, Campbell Gillies, Ellie Richardson, Jesse Peters, Emily An-drew, Paige Staff, Anya Tatarinoff, Sammy Riding , Jack Nicholls, Ollie Butcher, Connor Brown, Andrew Bir-chall, Jordan Mahler, Bryce Bush, Caitlin, Danielle Maljevac, Bella Mat-thews, Bobbi-Mae Borg, Rhianna Scott, Sari Walker-Woods, Erin Kear-ney, Ottie Clarke, Sam Webb, Luke Cassidy, Henry Parkins, Dylan Richardson, Brody Upton, Anais Staff, Emily Pethebridge, Karla Nicholls, Zak Belkadi, Kevin Robertson, Dylan Booth, Jarryd Hession, Aaron Holder, Georgia Lee, Katie Andrew, Ella Wil-son, Mary O’Neill Hutchin, Carys Campbell and Seanne Kearney. If anyone is willing to transport the pop-up shade to the District Carnival at Wyoming Public school it would be much appreciated. You will need a station wagon or ute as it is quite large. Please contact Belinda Griffiths. Thanks

I enjoyed the fun run because it was exciting and we got to hang out with our friends. I felt happy when I finished because I thought, “Yes, It is finally over!”. Samantha Dunn I loved the fun run because I saw all of my friends there. Nakitia Waters The best part of the fun run was when I finished and got a Smoothie. Drew Wicks I felt happy when I was running and I loved it when my family cheered. Taylor Crowther I was really proud when my house won the fun run. The best part was when I had finished and competed well. Jack Behrens

Thank you to Stage 2 teachers for providing this great opportu-nity and providing important learning for future Australians. I also thank the many parents who accompanied the children for giving their time and support. Next week is Reconciliation Week where our focus is on developing understandings of the Indige-nous cultures of Australia.

Hope you had a great week at our great school! Trish Peters Principal

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MONDAY 23 May Lara

TUESDAY 24 May Lara

WEDNESDAY 25 May Lara

THURSDAY 26 May Lara

FRIDAY 27 May Jo

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The school photos were taken last Monday by MSP Photography. All students were photographed so if you forgot to return your pay-ment envelope it’s not too late to order. You will need to contact the company direct on 4966 8292. No late payments can be taken at the school office.

A big thank you to Jo, Lee and Brenda for their help & dedication to the Fun Run & all the teachers that jumped on the BBQ (as if they didn’t have enough to do!!) - Linda

Rule Of The Week

This week’s rule is ‘Arrive at school after 8.20 am but before 8.50am.’

Simultaneous Storytime Orara Public School From Halfway Around the World Premier’s Reading Challenge

“Feathers for Phoebe”

On Wednesday 25th May our students are invited to our Library at 11.00 am to participate in the National Simultaneous Storytime 2011 and listen to a reading of “Feathers for Phoebe” a wonder-fully illustrated Australian tale about self-esteem, self-acceptance and learning that appearances aren't everything. This is an optional lunchtime activity.

Orara Public School Library recently lost books in a fire. We are sending a copy of “Feathers for Phoebe” to Orara PS on behalf of the students from Kincumber PS. When Kincumber PS was in the same situation in the past, many schools assisted us. This is an op-portunity for our students to show charity for their peers.

From Halfway Around the World – a Book Week performance for K-6 students will be at Kincumber PS on the 24th August. The cost is $4.00, notes will be coming home later this term.

Congratulations to all the students who have started the Premier’s Reading Challenge. I encourage all students to read a PRC book each week. Also, a special mention to Stage 1 students Sasha and Caitlin who have successfully logged onto the PRC 2011. Students may log into their PRC Reading Record from home via their DET portal.

Donna Judd Teacher Librarian

SCHOOL PERFORMANCE

All classes are beginning to practise their items for the school perform-ance. Put the 3rd and 4th of August in your diary and keep watching this space and for more information.

If anyone has a doll’s house that is no longer being used, K/1W would love to take care of it for you.

VOLUNTEERS

Thank you to all our wonderful volunteers. Just a reminder – have you completed your online Declaration yet? To help in the class-room/ canteen/sport or to transport students to various activities including chess, netball etc. you need to have submitted your de-tails and printed the form. This is then presented at the office along with proof of identity. You only need to do this once per year, so please make sure you are up-to-date for 2011. The web-site is : https://check.kids.nsw.gov.au/volunteer-declaration.php

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Today Stage 2 went on their excursion to Cabramatta to support their learning in multicultural education and develop intercultural understandings. Schools have an obligation to promote children’s understanding of all forms of discrimination including race discrimination. This excursion is an important part of our school curriculum, particularly as our local community does not have the variety of resources to explore multiculturalism.The Australian Human Rights Commission (HREOC) reports that “Almost one half of all Australians were either born overseas or had a parent born in another country. Our country is also home to the world’s oldest continuing culture.” All people in Australia – no matter what their national, cultural or religious background – have a right to feel safe, respected and part of the community in which they live.In March 2011 HREOC released a Freedom of Religion and Belief Research report "One of the conclusions that can be drawn from this research, is that there is a need to develop appropriate responses to the unique and varied Australian religious contexts and settings, including ancient Indigenous traditions, Christian heritages, and minority faith communities," said Commissioner Innes (Race Discrimination Commissioner).

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