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Respect, Inspire, Succeed

Principal: Mrs Lisa Monaghan

Redhead Public School Tel: (02) 4944 7215 Fax: (02) 4942 6098

Email: [email protected]

www.redhead-p.schools.nsw.edu.au

Term 1, Week 7

15 March, 2018

Dates for your Diary

Week Date What’s Happening

7 Friday 16

March - Crazy Hair Day and donation for P&C Easter raffle - K-2 singers performing at 2:10pm assembly

8

Wednesday 21 March

- Harmony Day – children to wear the colour orange

Friday 23 March

- 5/6H assembly item at 2:10pm - Last day for Hot Cross Bun orders

9

Monday 26 March

- Last Day to hand in P&C Easter raffle tickets

Thursday 29 March

- K-2 Easter Hat Parade 10:00am - Hot Cross Bun deal from canteen - P&C cake stall and raffle drawn

10

Wednesday 4 April

- Respect, Inspire, Succeed assembly 2:10pm

Friday 6 April

- School cross country carnival - No assembly

11

Monday 9 to Friday 13

April - Parent teacher interviews

Tuesday 10 April

- School ANZAC ceremony 2:00pm

Friday 13 April

- Last day of Term 1

1 Tuesday 30

April - First day of Term 2 for students

mailto:[email protected]



Principal’s Message

What a wonderful week we had last week. We have had so many visitors from the Department of Education

and other primary schools visit our gorgeous school to see what amazing things are happening.

Over the weekend Mrs Kurtz and Miss Vaughan attended a Minds Wide Open workshop around critical and

creative thinking. The workshop has provided the school with critical and creative thinking strategies and

resources to ensure our students will become equipped with the necessary skills for future learning and future

employment. Further training and development will be shared with all staff throughout the year.

Last night all staff participated in an extended TPL session to complete their CPR and Anaphylaxis training.

Over the next few weeks staff will be participating in stage planning days which are designed to allow collegial

cooperative planning to develop literacy and numeracy programs and assessment for students for Term 2.

Our Parent teacher interviews will be held in Week 11 this term. Staff are very excited to have time with

parents/carers to ensure strong home school partnerships are developed. A note with details will be sent home

shortly.

Parent Concerns and School Incidents

I would like to remind the community that any direct concerns you have regarding any incidents that occur

within school should be notified to the school directly.

I am asking community not to take actions into their own hands by contacting other parents around school

issues but trust in our staff, school procedures and departmental policies to ensure the safety of all children

and to ensure the principles of procedural fairness are followed for each and every child.

Please if you have any concerns contact your child’s classroom teacher, stage assistant principal or principal. I

appreciate your support regarding this matter.

Anti-Bullying Day

Anti-Bullying day is this Friday 16 March. At Redhead Public School we aim

to create a safe and supportive school community for everyone. Sometimes

it is difficult for parents or carers to know what to do when their child talks

about bullying.

The Bullying No Way website offers strategies for families.

www.bullyingnoway.gov.au

We had a lucky day last Friday

when the girls found a four leaf

clover in our playground.

Mrs Lisa Monaghan

http://www.bullyingnoway.gov.au/



‘Just Like You’

The Variety Children's National Not-for-Profit Organisation came to talk

to our students from Years 1-6. The organisation is committed to

empowering Australian children who are sick, disadvantaged or have

special needs to live, laugh, learn and to be respected and appreciated

by their peers. The 'Just Like You' program showed the students the

importance of celebrating what makes a person different. Our presenter

Amy, herself in a wheelchair, demonstrated to the students through

interactive and hands on physical activities that people with a disability

are the same as everyone else – they are ‘Just Like You'. Amy left each

class with things to think about before her next visit in a fortnight.

Easter Hat Parade – Kindergarten to Year 2

Kindergarten, Year 1 and Year 2 will be having their annual Easter Hat Parade at 10:00am on Thursday 29

March in the COLA in front of the hall. Parents/carers are invited to come along and watch the parade. We

ask that children in Years 1 and 2 bring in their hats before Tuesday 27 March so that they can be used in

descriptive writing activities.

Kindergarten will be making their hats at school with their Year 6 buddies. A note has gone home with

additional details. Kindergarten to Year 2 students can come to school out of uniform on the day to add to

the festive feel.

Harmony Day

On Wednesday 21 March we will be celebrating Harmony Day. Students can come dressed in orange and

will be doing special Harmony Day activities within their classes. We will also be having a disco at lunch time.

For more details on Harmony Day please go to www.harmony.gov.au/about/.

Choir

I am so pleased to say that this year we have over 40 students who have joined our 3-6 Choir. This week the

students were sent home with a note including the 2018 performance schedule they will be involved in, their

commitment and choir duties. I have also set up the Google Choir Classroom so students will now be able to

access their choir material from home. Any relevant information parents/carers may need to know or may

wish to check can be done through Google Classroom . On Wednesday 4 April the choir will be performing

at our special ‘Respect, Inspire, Succeed’ assembly.

Coles Sports for School Program

We are pleased to announce that we have collected over 20,000 vouchers so far!

All you need to do is:

* Receive a Sports for Schools voucher for every $10 you spend at Coles.

* Bring the vouchers into school and place them in the collection bin that is located in the

front office.

* Every voucher will then go towards our school being able to order a variety of different

sports equipment.

So start collecting NOW!

http://www.harmony.gov.au/about/



Year 6 Moving into Year 7, 2019

An Expression of Interest form for moving into Year 7 in 2019 has been sent home with all of our Year 6

students. Please complete and return to the school office by tomorrow.

Library

It’s amazing to see so many students working hard to complete the Premier’s Reading Challenge. Lots of

students have been coming to the library at lunch times to read PRC books and log them online. I’m

particularly impressed to see so many 3-6 students independently taking part this year. Keep up the great

work!

This year we will be participating in the Dymocks Book Bonus, where students can be sponsored by their

families and friends to complete the Premier’s Reading Challenge. The money raised will be used to supply

books to children in need and new books for our library too. You can find out more at:

https://www.bookbonus.org.au/about/

If you would like to donate you can visit our page and do so here:

https://donate.grassrootz.com/dymocks/book-bonus-2018/redhead-public-school

This is a great cause and a great opportunity to improve your reading and comprehension skills. The more

students who complete the PRC the better so let’s get reading. Mrs Rhodes

Band

Our band is really taking off this year. They have learnt, practised and almost perfected 5 songs already and

it’s only Week 7. Many of our members are new and have only just started learning to read and play music

so their efforts deserve to be congratulated. It’s not too late to join if you are considering it. The more the

merrier! We have a range of instruments available for hire and contacts for expert tutors to provide private

lessons. Learning to play a musical instrument is a great way to increase memory, develop organization and

team work skills and is a fun social activity.

We will be organising an excursion to celebrate your successes and reward your dedication so let me know

if you have any ideas. Mrs Rhodes

Children’s University

Last Thursday we had Selina Delaney from the University of Newcastle

speaking to interested parents/carers and students about being part of

the Children's University Program for 2018. This year, the program will

be offered to students in Years 2-6. A signed permission note and the

$15 is due no later than Friday 16 March. Please bring these in to the

front office. After that, we will not be able to take any new students until

2019.

https://www.bookbonus.org.au/about/

https://donate.grassrootz.com/dymocks/book-bonus-2018/redhead-public-school



P&C News

Canteen Update

The canteen coordinators Leah, Belinda and Melita, have been busy working to get the school canteen

operational. The canteen is open for recess and lunch from Wednesday to Friday. A canteen menu was sent

home to all families last week. Canteen menus are also available in the school office, on the SkoolBag app,

Redhead P&C canteen Facebook site and a laminated copy will be placed near the lunch order box at school.

Canteen orders can be made online or by cash. Cash orders are written on a lunch bag, with money in the

bag and put in the lunch order box at school (located adjacent to the morning assembly area).

Online ordering is now available via the following website: www.school24.net.au

Parents are required to register first and use the following School Registration ID: 2562963

Here are the steps to register:

A clip has been posted on the Redhead P&C canteen Facebook page with instructions on how to place an

online canteen order and transfer money into your online account on the School24 website.

https://www.facebook.com/belindaannbow/videos/10155673391427013/

http://www.school24.net.au/

https://www.facebook.com/belindaannbow/videos/10155673391427013/



Volunteers are still desperately needed for a few shifts this term. If you cannot commit to a full day, it can be

extremely helpful if you can pop in to help sort orders, until recess, or spend an hour around lunchtime. We

are grateful for whatever you can contribute. You can volunteer by posting on the Redhead P&C Canteen

Facebook page or send a text to Louise Morgan on 0410 655 676.

Please have a look at the roster and get in touch if you can help out and fill some of the gaps. Your children

will love seeing you at school.

Canteen Frequently Asked Questions

What is the School Registration ID on the School24 website?

- 2562963

Where do I find the Student ID number when setting up the canteen online account?

- Leave this space blank - Individual student ID numbers are not used for canteen orders

Do I still need to have a Quickcliq account?

- If you use online ordering to purchase uniforms from the P&C uniform shop, the QuickCliq website is still

operational for this.

Can I get a refund from QuickCliq (formerly known as Our Online Canteen)?

- Yes. Send an email to [email protected] with your name, email address and bank account details

and they will refund your money.




Breakfast at Redhead Public School

Introducing the ‘Brekkie Crew’ – Breakfast is now available at the canteen on Wednesday mornings for cash

sales only.

Crazy Hair Day

Students can come with their craziest hair tomorrow. Please donate an item to go into a hamper for

the Easter raffle. Raffle tickets have been sent home this week. The raffle will be drawn on Thursday

29 March at the Easter Hat Parade.

Hot Cross Bun Day

Students can order a hot cross bun and drink deal for Thursday 29 March. The cost is

$4 per order. An order form has been sent home and needs to be returned to the

canteen no later than Friday 23 March.

Hot Cross Bun Drive

Order some Bakers Delight (Charlestown) Hot Cross Buns for Easter - $14 per dozen.

An order form has been sent home or go to www.school24.net.au

Order forms need to be returned to the canteen no later than Friday 23 March. The Easter buns can be picked

up from school on Thursday 29 March after the Easter Hat Parade or at school pick up time.

http://www.school24.net.au/



Easter Hat Parade Cake Stall - Thursday 29 March

Donations for the cake stall are greatly appreciated and can be dropped to the hall on the morning of Thursday

29 March. The cake stall will be open during the Easter Hat Parade.

P&C March Meeting

It was a full agenda, which included the finalisation of the Community Gardens Use Agreement, fundraising

planning and teaching staff expenditure proposals for the P&C to consider. The exciting news is that we

voted and approved $9820 (school will match $ for $) to go towards the purchase of three Commboxes (think

flash smartboards) for classrooms. Thank you Redhead families for your ongoing generosity and support!

The next P&C meeting and the AGM has been moved to Week 11 Monday 9 April.

Are you a member of the Redhead P&C canteen group on Facebook? If not please send a request to join

and keep up to date with news, special days and events, canteen sales and other communication. We also

send out information on the Skoolbag app for those not on Facebook.

Community Announcements

Music Bus is Now Taking Mid-Term Enrolments

The Music Bus is now taking mid-term enrolments at school. With only half the

term remaining, it’s only half the price, the perfect time to give lessons a try. The

Music Bus is a wonderful school-based music program offering weekly instrument

lessons right on the big yellow bus. All instruments are provided for lesson times.

With limited availability across an array of instruments, be sure to secure your

child’s spot now.

Enrol now or for more info call 1300 168 742 or visit www.themusicbus.com.au

Pep Up Movement Sessions

NOW taking enrolments for the before school "Pep Up" movement

session.

Build confidence/motor skills/positivity with Pep-C from Pivot

studio.

START - WEEK 1 - Term 2

Thursday 3 May 2018

7:45am

Location - Redhead Public School hall

Cost - $120 per term

Payment to be made via transfer by week 3 (details below)

Transfer details -

Mr Andrew Burrows

BSB: 650 000

AC: 961458707

Reference : (Childs name)

Email contact: [email protected]

http://www.themusicbus.com.au/


Easter Raffle

Redhead Public School P&C will be holding their Easter Raffle at the Easter Hat

Parade on March 29th. Please find attached a page of 10 tickets. Tickets are $1

each. If you could please return your tickets (cut up) with the money in a zip lock

bag or envelope to the office by Monday March 26th. We would like to thank all

the families for their donations. All funds raised will be spent on educational

resources for Redhead Public School.

Redhead Public School P&C Easter Raffle

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Seven new school zone traffic offences

To help schools keep the school zone safer for all pedestrians and drivers there are seven new traffic infringements with new fines. None of the seven offences attract demerit points when committed elsewhere on the road but in a school zone they each come with two points.

The changes are:

All updated school zone offences can be located through Roads and Maritime: http://www.rms.nsw.gov.au/documents/roads/safety-rules/demerits-school.pdf

February 2018

1. Stopping in intersection - Under the changes if a driver commits this offence in a school zone they will receive a penalty of $439 and 2 demerit points.

2. Stop within 20m of intersection (traffic lights) - Under the changes if a driver commits this offence in a school zone they will receive a penalty of $439 and 2 demerit points.

3. Stop within 10m of intersection (no traffic lights) - Under the changes if a driver commits this offence in a school zone they will receive a penalty of $439 and 2 demerit points.

4. Stop near bicycle crossing lights - Under the changes if a driver commits this offence in a school zone they will receive a penalty of $439 and 2 demerit points.

5. Obstruct access to ramp/path/passageway - Under the changes if a driver commits this offence in a school zone they will receive a penalty of $330 and 2 demerit points.

6. Not parallel park in the direction of travel - Under the changes if a driver commits this offence in a school zone they will receive a $330 fine and 2 demerit points.

7. Parallel park close to dividing line - Under the changes if a driver commits this offence in a school zone they will receive a $330 fine and 2 demerit points.

http://www.rms.nsw.gov.au/documents/roads/safety-rules/demerits-school.pdf

http://www.rms.nsw.gov.au/documents/roads/safety-rules/demerits-school.pdf

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