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- PRINCIPAL'S REPORT
- A MESSAGE FROM DEPUTY PRINCIPAL
- CURRICULUM REPORT
- A MESSAGE FROM THE OFFICE
- THOUGHT OF THE DAY
- 3-6 AWARDS
- INTERSCHOOL SPORT SCOREBOARD
- PREMIER'S SPELLING BEE 2023
- MOVIE NIGHT
- PHPS - TECH TIMES
- EDUCATION WEEK - SAVE THE DATE
- UNIFORM SHOP NEWS
- CANTEEN NEWS
- STRINGS NEWS
- BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CARE
- COMMUNITY NEWS
Sydney North Dance Festival
Last Thursday Mrs Wasson and I had the pleasure of watching the Stage 2, Stage 3 and Boys Dance Groups perform at Glen Street Theatre as a part of the Sydney North Dance Festival. Mrs Wasson was very impressed with the Stage 2 Dance Group’s performance. I was lucky to be able to attend the later performance and watched with great delight our Stage 3 and Boys Dance Groups perform. Congratulations to everyone involved and from what I have heard their performances on Sunday were just as fantastic.
Pizza Lunch
This Thursday I will be holding a Pizza Lunch for the students who have earned their third Principal’s Award. Students eligible for this celebration will receive their invitation today. The Pizza Lunch is this Thursday and will be held in the library. Congratulations to those students who will be attending for the great effort and work they have demonstrated over a long period of time.
Carpet Installation
Over the next two weeks all permanent classrooms within the school will be having new carpet installed. Whilst this work is taking place, parts of the school will be closed to allow the contractors to do their work safely. The work this week will see some classes relocated to another room for part of the day whilst work takes place in their classroom. Please note that the school and the contractors have been able to schedule the works to minimise the impacts to classes as much as possible. The works will not impact BASC and their before and after school programs or upcoming Vacation Care program.
BASC Building
Works for the newly, to be installed, BASC building will begin during the holidays to avoid disruption to school operations. During the holidays contractors will look to bring a range of services (water, power, data etc) to the area where the new building will be installed. Any works that are carried out will be enclosed by temporary fencing. At this point the installation for the new building is scheduled for August some time. This new building will be a great asset for the community as the number of families within our community requiring the services of BASC is growing. We acknowledge that there will be some disruption during this process, and we will keep you informed along the way. When major deliveries for this project are expected, the community can expect to receive an SZapp message making them aware to ensure the safety of our community.
Vacation Period
On behalf of the staff at Pennant Hills PS I would like to wish all our families a safe and happy vacation period. We hope that you are able to enjoy the time with family and friends. Safe travels to those that are lucky enough to be travelling and we look forward to seeing you next term. Staff return to school on Monday 17 July and students return to school on Tuesday 18 July.
Thank You
Since I informed the community of my Leave for Term 3, I have been overwhelmed with so many well wishes. Thank you for your support! Mrs Wasson and Mrs Griffith will do a fabulous job leading the school in my absence. Their professionalism and dedication to the school is second-to-none. The community is in good hands.
Kind Regards
Matt Pinchbeck
Principal
As Mr Pinchbeck has outlined, we felt very lucky to see the Sydney North Dance Festival on Thursday Night. Pennant Hills Public School were a definite highlight of the performances! Thank you to Mr Arnold for his choreography and to Miss Griggs, Ms Erdmanis, Miss Maitland and Miss Dy for all of their work for the students and taking time out of their lives to support the PHPS Dance Groups.
Kindergarten Social Skills Program
Mrs Holdway, Mrs Donoghue and Mrs Wright have begun a social skills program for our Kindergarten students aimed at cooperation and teamwork. Look at how well they are working together and how proud they are of their creations!
Music Camp
Last week saw many of our 3-6 students attend Music Camp over the weekend, Monday and Tuesday. From all accounts they had a wonderful time! When I checked in with them at assembly on Wednesday, they were all very tired (as were the attending teachers!) but also content. The students who stayed at school participated in a range of interesting activities on a rotational basis and the feedback from these rotations was very positive as well. What a fabulous week!
Today our K-2 students are participating in a sports day! They are so excited! Our Sports Day begins at 11:30 with sprints, hurdles, hoops and skipping races, followed by a picnic lunch with the members of our community who can make it/ After lunch it’s onto the novelty activities on rotation, including; parachute, obstacles, juggling, sack races, bean bag toss, quoits and frisbee. They’re in for a fabulous day and the weather has put it on for us! Thank you to all of the K-2 teachers for pulling the event together under Mrs Buttrey’s leadership. Thank you to the Year 6 leaders who are helping run the novelty events and to all the parents/carers who are able to attend.
Spelling Bee
Today is also the day for our Spelling Bee. Good luck to all of the students who are representing their class in the competition – you will BEE fantastic! Thank you also to Mrs Schmidt for organising and running the event.
Our Movie Night is scheduled for Thursday night – very exciting! We look forward to seeing all of the students there. Please see further in the newsletter for more details.
Science Show
In Science Stage 3 are exploring the states of matter. To support their learning they participated in an incursion where they watched 1000 ping pong balls explode, hit covered in slime and created and launched rockets.
Field Events Ribbon Assembly
Kind Regards
Kate Wasson
Deputy Principal
Supporting Your Child’s Learning at Home
Today marks the last of our ‘supporting your child’s learning at home’ series. If you would like to review any of the past sections, they can all be found at this link. https://library.curriculum.nsw.edu.au/341419dc-8ec2-0289-7225-6db7f2d751ef/12b64720-3050-4cbc-adb4-d3980b434aef/parent-guide-k-2-english-and-mathematics.docx
If you would like to learn more about the NSW Curriculum Reform, please follow this link:
Understand and respond to literature |
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In Kindergarten, Understand and respond to literature focuses on the reactions, thoughts and opinions children have when reading. |
In Year 1 and 2, Understand and respond to literature focuses on the reactions, thoughts, opinions and ideas that are inspired by fiction (imaginative) and nonfiction (informative) books and texts. |
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You can help your Kindergarten child at home by: § discussing and comparing your favourite characters after reading § discussing the morals and ideas behind a story, why the story was written and what might be the message the author wishes to convey to send to readers § recalling some interesting facts, such as how tall a Tyrannosaurus Rex was, or naming the parts of a bicycle § encouraging and supporting your child to participate in the NSW Premier’s Reading Challenge which runs each year from March to September. See your child’s teacher or the school’s PRC Coordinator for details. |
You can help your Year 1 and Year 2 child at home by: § comparing characters in texts and discussing similarities and differences § discussing different cultures that are represented in literature § engaging with the same narrative in different ways § discussing how particular events in texts make you feel and why § encouraging and supporting your child to participate in the NSW Premier’s Reading Challenge which runs each year from March to September. See your child’s teacher or the school’s PRC Coordinator for details. |
Mrs Hobbs
Assistant Principal Curriculum and Instruction
Burumin Award Winners
1. Ali P (6G) - Respect
2. Henry H (4P) - Responsible
3. Siddarth V (6S) - Aspire
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Respect |
Responsible |
Aspire |
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3E |
Richard M Morgan F |
Kaleiya S Abhaya S |
Keyan P Evie B |
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3M |
Eamon W Luiz B |
Maggie R Hannah C |
Oliver T Edwin R |
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3/4S |
Isla B Amy M |
Leonardo D Jeremy D Lachlan G |
Lucy K Jayden W |
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4B |
Aiden S Kira B |
Nora Z Sarina L |
Fred K Diyaa M |
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4P |
Zane S Emma CG |
Pippa C Johan A |
Reyansh S Emma CG |
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4/5B |
Katherine W |
Stuart W Arin S Kieran H |
Lucas V Blake W |
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5T |
Alexia L Zayd M |
Shion R Quintin L |
Stehpen D Megan N |
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5W |
Aryan D Josh F |
Shaniq F Lachlan P |
Liam B Alex Y |
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6G |
Priyani B Zaal N |
Eeshan S Nafi D |
Carlito D Francesca I Victoria N |
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6S |
Flynn K Vihaan T |
Ryan P Isaac B |
Nathan Y Tom S |
STAGE 2
Last Friday, Stage 2 played against Cherrybrook PS.
Netball
Boys: PH defeated C 9 - 7
Girls: C defeated PH 8 - 7
Soccer
Girls: PH defeated 2 - 1
Boys: C defeated PH 6 - 1
This Friday we play Normanhurst West PS.
STAGE 3
Last Friday, Stage 3 played Epping Heights PS.
Netball
Boys: PH drew with EH 24 - 24
Girls: PH won by forfeit
Soccer
Girls: PH defeated EH 11 - 0
Boys: PH defeated EH 6 - 1
This Friday, we finish the term by playing Roselea PS at Pennant Hills Park.
Stage 3 Interschool Sport Coordinators
The Spelling Bee finals were held in the school hall this morning, 27 June
All our contestants from Years 2 to 6, put in an amazing effort by just attempting the Premier’s Spelling Bee - it was challenging and some tough words were thrown at them all. They are all to be truly admired for their achievement.
Our Junior Contestants
- Year 2- Shernelle L, Angela Z, Sashenka F
- Year 3- Luca H, Dylan H, Chloe H, Jeremy D, David H, Lachlan N
- Year 4- Amy M, Johan A, Dhruv P, Emily W, Diyaa M, Blake K, Calvin S, Tommy J
Our Senior Contestants
- Year 5- Lucas V, Kay M, Shaniq F, Lara B, Laila M, Gabi M
- Year 6- Charlotte J, Asa L, Elinore F, Monica L, Liviru L, Ali P
Congratulations to…
- Junior Champion: Calvin S
- Junior Runner-up: Angela Z
- Senior Champion: Liviru L
- Senior Runner-up: Asa L
Both Calvin S and Liviru L will be the PHPS contestants at the Regional Finals in Term 3.
Well done and we all wish you the very best of luck!!
Melissa Schmidt
Premier’s Spelling Bee Coordinator/ Learning and Support Teacher
Movie Night is fast approaching and will be taking place this Thursday 29 June! Year 6 are really excited to be hosting our school Movie Night and their first fundraising event.
We will be screening “Tom and Jerry: Cowboy Up” (G-rated). Movie Night will be held in the school hall over two sessions.
K-2 from 4:00pm to 5:30pm
Years 3-6 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
The cost for Movie Night will be a $5.00 cash donation that will be collected at the door. Please remember to bring the cash with you on Thursday evening. The cost will include entry, a bag of popcorn and a popper.
You will need to sign your child/ren on and off a sign on sheet at the beginning and end of the event.
Your child is also encouraged to wear their pyjamas, bring their own cushion or small blanket to sit on (please have them labelled).
All food will be supplied, however, children with food allergies are asked to bring their own food and drink as appropriate. Please note, there will be no nut products at this event.
We can’t wait and are looking forward to seeing you on Thursday!!
Mrs Rawson, Miss Griggs and Miss Ings
Year 6 Teachers
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Wednesday 2 August 2023 |
3.30pm – 5pm |
3-6 Open Classrooms |
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Thursday 3 August 2023 |
1pm – 1.50pm |
Picnic lunch |
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1.45pm – 3.15pm |
Walkathon |
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3.30pm – 5pm |
K-2 Open Classrooms |
During Education Week, the library will be open on both Showcase afternoons – Wednesday and Thursday. There will be a range of new books on display that can be donated to the library for just $5.00. All donated books will have a bookplate placed inside to acknowledge the student who has made the donation, and of course they then have the privilege of being the first person to borrow that book. This is a great way to give back to our wonderful school and the students really enjoy seeing their names inside the donated books.
I look forward to seeing you.
Ms Davis
Teacher Librarian
Walkathon update
- Flip Out Castle Hill
- Thornleigh Golf Centre
- Tree Tops Sydney The Hills
- Koala Park
- Australian National Maritime Museum
Thank you for everyone’s support this Term!
This Thursday will be the last delivery run for orders that have been placed.
The Uniform Shop will NOT be open for in-person visits. The shop will be next open, Term 3 Week 1.
Appointments (Thursdays)
- Please click or scan the QR Code below to make an appointment, you will be redirected to our square booking site.
- Pease select the appropriate appointment type for your visit:
- Standard appointment times are in individual 5-minute increments. (Choose this for returns, exchange is sizes and simple purchases).
- Double appointment times are in individual 10-minute increments. (Choose this for larger orders, second-hand purchases, new enrolments).
- Appointments are at the uniform shop located on the 3-6 campus.
Flexischools Ordering
- Currently, all uniform orders will need to be placed by 5pm on Sundays prior to the Thursday delivery date.
- Orders will be delivered on Thursdays to your child’s classroom.
- Back To School Vouchers need to be applied on the same order when selecting your items. Please see additional details under “BACK TO SCHOOL VOUCHERS” below.
If you have any queries regarding Uniforms, the school website will be the best place to look, and if you can’t find the information you need, please do not hesitate to e-mail the Uniform Shop at phpsuniformshop@gmail.com
The holidays are almost here!! We hope you all have a wonderful break, whether you are going away, or doing something adventurous, or like me, relaxing at home.
This Friday is sure to be very busy for the canteen. To ease the workload a little we will be offering pre-made Sausage Rolls and Vegetarian Dim Sims to our regular Friday menu.
Hot Chocolates will be back at Recess this Friday.
The K-2 Canteen needs at least one helper for Wednesday and two for Friday this week please. If you are available from 1-1:45pm on either day, please consider coming to help. The children absolutely love having a parent/loved one there. It will be the highlight of their week!!
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Reminders
- Cut-off time for placing orders is 8:45am
- If your child does Stage 3 PSSA Netball or Soccer PLEASE remember to click on the Alert when ordering lunch on a Friday. These lunches need to be ready 30 minutes earlier than all other lunches. We cannot guarantee that they will be ready on time if we do not know in advance.
Heather Tyler
0425 274 681
! THE TERM 3 ROSTER IS OPEN: LINK: Main Ensemble Roster 2023 Term 3
!! Kindly note - Main Rehearsal resumes Term 3, Week 2 – Tuesday 25 July
PHPS Music Camp 2023
Congratulations and thankyou to everyone who contributed to the music camp. What a wonderful experience for all the young people. Big shout out Jen Wheelan, Music Camp committee team and the amazing PHPS Teachers – it would not have gone so smoothly without your leadership and hard work.
PHHS Winter Carnival
Our Strings group performed at the Pennant Hills Winter Carnival on Saturday 24 June – well done kids!!
Intro to Strings Course - 2023
Never played before? Come and give it a try! Open to all students, NO experience necessary.
Starting Term 3 - Week 3
Wednesday mornings - 7:45am - 8:45am in the new demountable K-2 site
String Events for Term 3, 2023
Week 1 – Main Rehearsal resumes Term 3, Week 2 – Tuesday 25 July
Families interested in enrolling children in a String Ensemble 2023 should contact the PHPS String Committee for further details: phpsstrings@gmail.com
PHPS String Ensemble
Website: www.phpspandc.org.au/string-ensemble
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