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Dudley Street, Asquith NSW 2077 Phone: (02) 9477 1258 Fax: (02) 9482 2523 Email: [email protected] Website: www.asquith-p.schools.nsw.edu.au

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Principal’s Report

Dear Parents and Carers,

Festival of Children’s Music 2019 On Tuesday evening, our Senior Choir had the amazing opportunity to

display their talents at the Festival of Children’s Music at the

Chatswood Concourse. Each year the Festival brings together public

primary schools from across Sydney for a fabulous evening of musical

performances. This year over 400 students from 12 local schools were

represented in the combined choir which was featured throughout the

concert. It was a magical evening, and I felt incredibly proud of our

students. A special thanks to Ms Trute and Mrs Clift for teaching and

supporting the choir throughout the year, culminating in this wonderful

event.

Week 4 05.11.19 Stage 1 Excursion Sculpture by Sea

Excursion 07.11.19 Kindergarten Orientation 9.15-10.30am 08.11.19 Book Nook Week 5 12.11.19 Stage 2 to Excursion

Longreef 12.11.19 Kindergarten Orientation

9.15am-10.30am 13.11.19 Year 2 Band Try Outs 14.11.19 Concert Band Preschool Concert.

Week 6 19.11.19 Senior Choir to Asquith

Golf Club. 19.11.19 Stage 2 and 3 League

Tag Gala Day 21.11.19 ABHS and AGHS High

School Experience Day Week 7 27.11.19 SCU High School Chat

and Picnic Day Week 8 02.12.19 Musical Showcase Night

– Hall 03.12.19 Year 6 High School

Orientation Week 9 10.12.19 K-2 Presentation Day

9:30am 12.12.19 Y3-6 Presentation Day

9:30am 13.12.19 Y6 Farewell Dinner Week 10 16.12.19 Y6 Graduation Assembly 17.12.19 Class Party 18.12.19 Clap Out and Talent

Quest 18.12.19 Last Day of Term

Asquith Public School is a

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Principal’s Report Continued

Kindergarten Orientation Our first Kindergarten 2020 Orientation session was held on Tuesday. There were many excited (and at

times) nervous faces to be seen. It was a lovely session, and another great example of the warm and

generous spirit that defines the school community at Asquith Public School. Once again our choir, this time

our Junior Choir, were on display and performed for the parents under the direction of Mrs Clift.

External Validation On Tuesday, our school went through the final process of External Validation. A panel that included, Mr Ken

Smith (Principal School Leadership), and Ms Louise Wrightson (Peer Principal) visited our school to validate

evidence of our achievements against the School Excellence Framework. The seven evidence sets presented

are a testament to the dedication and outstanding work of staff, community and students. The panellists

specifically acknowledged and commended the staff on the passion, knowledge and commitment they have

to evidence-based practices that promote quality teaching and learning programs. The entire validation

process has given us clear direction and goals as we shape our 2020 School Plan.

Thank you to the following staff who have led the External Validation project teams and authored our rich and

detailed sets of supporting evidence with their colleagues:

Mrs Carlos, Ms Crawford, Mrs Elmes, Mrs Fitzgerald, Ms Piccolo, Mrs McIntosh and Mr Yu.

Anti-Bullying The NSW Department of Education and Asquith Public School are committed to working with students and

families to help stop bullying. The Department’s Anti-bullying strategy uses evidence-based research to

support educators, parents and carers, and students to identify, prevent and respond effectively to student

bullying behaviours. One of the initiatives is the development of the NSW anti-bullying website. To help make

this site even better and hear your thoughts about student bullying, the Department is asking you to complete

a quick survey. It is completely anonymous, and you and Asquith PS will not be identified. If you have a few

minutes to spare click on this link: NSW Anti-bullying survey.


https://antibullying.nsw.gov.au/

https://antibullying.nsw.gov.au/latest-news/anti-bullying-surveys


Principal’s Report Continued

Options for girl’s summer uniform Make sure you complete the survey (if you have not already done so), giving us your opinion on summer

uniform options for girls. Your voice is important. You will find the survey link further in this newsletter.

Planning for 2020 At this time of the year, we are beginning to plan for 2020. If your child/ren will be leaving Asquith PS in 2020, or will be on holidays in the first days of Term 1, we need to know as soon as possible. Please fill in the attached form or phone the school office. Accurate student numbers will help us plan the most appropriate structures and organisation.

Which notes have been sent home this fortnight? If you are missing any of these notes, or you need another copy, you will find them in the notes section on the school website. Hard copy notes are provided to families, and Skoolbag is used for updates and informal information. Please remember to subscribe to the Skoolbag app or check the school website for school communication. Skoolbag requires families to subscribe each group, eg. Choir, Dance, Stage 2 as appropriate for your child’s activities and learning needs.

Grade or Stage Note

Senior Choir Festival of Children’s Music

Whole School Tell Them From Me Parent Survey

Early Stage 1 Term 4 Overview

Stage 1 Term 4 Overview



Support Unit Term 4 Overview

Stage 2 Long Reef Excursion

Year 6 Year Six Jackets

Stage 3 League Tag Gala Day

Stage 2 League Tag Gala Day

Kindergarten Kindergarten Orientation Morning Tea

Senior Choir Senior Choir Performance

SCU High School Chat and Picnic Day

Karan McDonnell Relieving Principal



PBL

Asquith Public School PBL

Lokie Ribbons

Achievement Awards

Medal Awards

KF Chloe J, Justina A, Allie S, Eliana B, Rodyn M

KT Avy N, Luke D-S, Hamid F, Caitlyn S

1H Annabelle B, Chloe K, Slade G, Tylah W, Maddie D, Arad B, Leah J, Jonno I

2/1C Zoei F, Jahmali P-C, Charlie M

2F Radin B, Charlie K, Yiming S, Claudia E, Elijah L, Mia H-S, Liliana T, Mary D, Angelina L, Haris S,

2G Callum S

3/4Y Jayden S

4C Tom O, Kenta S, Hamish Z

4V Evelyn B, Julia M, Jason B, Riley P

5L Yuriki N, Matthew P, Heather D

5RM Henry B, Ben H (x2), Greg S, Kosaki N, Pearl G, Kale M, Sam N, Eddie M

6E Isabella L

6C Mina A, Kiyoka N, Leon B, Ashley P, Mina Z, Jesyka M, Joden R, Carissa M

K-6C Aaliyah T

KT Vesper F

1L Lia G

2F Alexandra W

3W Robin G

4V Toby M

5L Cameron T

5RM Kosaki N

6C Jesyka M, Mina Z, Reuben V-D, Harper E

6E Isabella L (x2)

K-6C Nina W

2-6W Lucy F, Allesio A, Evan B



Merit Awards

Term 4 Week 2

KT

Zach J For excellent narrative writing.

Valkyrie L Pride.

KF

Imogen B Excellent story writing.

Chloe J Pride.

KP

Zoe B Playing the role of Goldilocks with dedication.

Charlie H Responsibility.

1L

Awad W A great effort and improvement in class.

River G Pride.

1H

Elvy Y Making insightful connections in class discussions.

Jonno I Responsibility.

2F

Mary D For a well written report on the life cycle of a bee.

Alexandra W Pride.

3S

Henry B Great thinking in Maths. Respect.

3W

Robin G His leadership during pen pal letter writing.

Alexander I Pride.

4/3Y

Alyssa P Being kind and inclusive in class.

Makayla M Respect.

4V

Isla W Giving her best in Maths.

Agrim L Responsibility.

4C

Ramos A Being honest and accountable.

Mitchell T Respect.

5L

Indigo A Being a self-motivated learner who strives to achieve her best.

Nazanin B Respect.

5RM

Aaymah A For always striving to do her best when completing Maths problems.

Jessica S Pride.

6C

Carissa M Dedication to work tasks.

Matthew A Respect.

6C

Isaac L Co-operation in sport.

Alexander S Responsibility.

6E

Anas W Working well with others on stop motion project.

John R Pride.

K-2V

Rory W Being a kind and caring student who shares well.

K-6C

Kavish P Fantastic reading.

Will C Pride.

2-6W

Stage 3 students in 2-6W

Making their teachers proud! Well done for your enthusiasm, confidence and participation in running the mini-fete stalls.

Term 4 Week 1

KP

Aanya K Her contributions to class discussions.

Mgok C Responsibility.

KT

Vesper F For excellent problem solving in Mathematics.

Savannah S Pride.

KF

Amelia P Using her own adjectives in her writing.

Ayur C Respect.

1L

Kylie Y Working well to complete all work.

Fenella W Pride.

1H

Chelsea K An excellent holiday account.

Kate R Pride.

2/1C

Zoei F Always being ready to learn.

Ben Z Pride.

2F

Charlie K Great participation and focus during Maths.

Eloise M Responsibility.

2G

Callum S Great improvement in Maths.

Lily O Responsibility.

3W

Nyara G Her persistence to tell the time.

Scarlett B Responsibility.

3S

Nicholas L Huge improvements in reading.

Elisha M Pride.

Term 3 Week 10

Esther P Fantastic reading.

Noah W Pride.

4/3Y

Ericka L For using initiative in class.

Jayden S Responsibility.

4C

Lillie PO For always being an awesome friend and thinking of others.

Catherine K Respect.

4V

Toby M Work ethic in Maths.

Todd B Responsibility.

5L

Cameron T Critical thinking in grammar activities.

Hannah T Responsibility.

6E

Ruben V-D Enthusiastic participation in music.

Felix S Pride.

2-6W

Geoffrey H Being a respectful learner. Well done for your great work this week.

Lucy F Being a kind and respectful member of 2-6W. Respect.



SCHOOL INFORMATION

REMINDER: INTENTION TO APPLY TO A SELECTIVE HIGH SCHOOL 2021

If you would like to have your child considered for Year 7 selective high school entry in 2021, you need to apply on the internet. The application website has a link which will close at 10pm on 11 November 2019. You must apply before the closing date. Detailed instructions on how to apply online are available at https://education.nsw.gov.au/public-schools/selective-high-schools-and-opportunity-classes/year-7.

TELL THEM FROM ME SURVEY

Thank you to all families for completing this survey online.


https://education.nsw.gov.au/public-schools/selective-high-schools-and-opportunity-classes/year-7



https://education.nsw.gov.au/selective-high-schools-and-opportunity-classes/year-7


BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CARE

Have Your Say on Before and After School Care

The NSW Government is committed to providing before and after school care to all students of public primary schools in New South Wales. As part of the reform, a parent web form has been established by Service NSW that will enable parents to tell the department about their specific care needs and to stay up to date with any new developments.

The information provided by parents will help the Department of Education to understand your needs, give them insights into where there are gaps in service delivery and help to ensure the extra places are delivered where they are required.

Have you say today at https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/basc.


https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/basc

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