Happy Education Week! We are so excited to share with you some of the amazing things our students get up to and hope that you can join us for the Open Classrooms or Walkathon picnic lunch this week.

• Wednesday 2nd August – 3-6 open Classrooms - 3:30-5pm
• Thursday 3rd August – Walkathon + Picnic Lunch (K-2 site) – 1pm-3pm
• Thursday 3rd August – K-2 Open Classrooms 3:30-5pm
• Wednesday & Thursday – Book donations – library 3:30-5pm

We are so proud of all of our students, it can be difficult to write about 570 students as a whole, but I truly believe that the students at PHPS really do give things a go and give it their all. Well done PHPS!

100 days of Kindergarten

Last week saw our Kindergarten students attend for 100 days! What a wonderful day they had! Thank you to all of the families who were able to attend the picnic lunch, lots of fun was had playing games on the top oval! Thank you also to our Kindergarten teachers and small group teachers, your students have come such a long way in 100 days, on account of your hard work and dedication to each and every one of the students in your class/group. A big thank you to all of our families for the continued support of the educational and social outcomes of your children. Many nights reading, counting, talking through social situations, not to mention creating costumes! Our partnership is what creates this wonderful school community.

NAIDOC Week

PHPS is celebrating NAIDOC week, next week (Week 4) as the official celebratory week was during the school holidays. NAIDOC week is a week of focus on the celebration and recognition of the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. NAIDOC Week is an opportunity for all Australians to learn about First Nations cultures and histories and participate in celebrations of the oldest, continuous living cultures on earth. We are lucky enough to have Ryka Ali performing on Friday, who is a previous winner of the Young , Black and Deadly Talent Quest.

Science Community Night

Tinker Shed

This term we aim to trial a tinker shed during some lunchtimes on the 3-6 site. We are currently waiting for the shed to be delivered. In the meantime, we would like to start collecting items that would be of use to the tinker shed. If you have any screwdriver or wrench sets, screws, hammers, nails, pliers, measuring tapes, spirit levels or even an old laptop (wiped), DVD players, clocks, fans or anything else you think might be of interest to pull apart and put back together – please email the school – pennanthil-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au with the title Tinker Shed. Please note that we will not be accepting all donations as we are limited in our space.

If you are interested and available to work with some of our eager students during lunchtimes at the tinker shed, please also email the school and let me know your availability – we would love to have you on board!

Kind Regards

Kate Wasson
Relieving Principal

100 Days of Kindergarten

Kindergarten has a lovely day last Thursday dressing up for 100 days of learning. They explored many different activities around the 100 theme. Lots of exciting smiles, laughter and learning.

Arts Alive Rehearsal

Well done to our Ms Stevens and our Arts Alive Choir for a great rehearsal last Wednesday. Looking forward to seeing them perform at the Opera House in September.

Boccia team

Thank you to Mrs Schmidt, Mrs Wright and parents for organizing and taking our students to the School Sport Unit, 2023 Boccia Primary State Final. The students had a wonderful time competing against students from all over NSW. Their final game against Albury North Public School was tough, but they didn’t give up and won 3-2. Making Pennant Hill Public School the overall state champions.

CONGRATULATIONS

Kind Regards,

Melissa Griffith
Relieving Deputy Principal

       

Burumin Award Winners

1. Flynn 1/2C

2. Will 2T

3. Ella 2B                            

This week, we are celebrating Education Week by hosting our annual Walkathon and Open Classrooms.

Parents are warmly invited to visit their child’s classroom, as well as attend our Picnic lunch and Walkathon celebrations.

The library will be open during both Wednesday and Thursday afternoon, with a range of new books on display that can be donated 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.

The Walkathon is upon us! All students will be walking laps on the K-2 site to raise money to go towards resources for our school.

We have some fantastic prizes on offer, so have a look below at what you could win!

Mrs Hobbs
Assistant Principal Curriculum and Instruction 

STAGE 2
   

STAGE 3

Last Wednesday, 26th July, saw our multi-grade BOCCIA team, travel to Sydney Olympic Park to compete in the BOCCIA State championships.  

The aim of the tournament is to provide opportunities for students with disability to participate in sport as the game is adapted to ensure the competition is inclusive of all.  

Over 100 schools competed- some from as far afield as Broken Hill & Tamworth to Albury & Wauchope- across the duration of the competition, all for the pride of representing their school & the opportunity to play a new game & have some fun. 

The PHPS BOCCIA team are amazing! 

They helped, encouraged & supported each other. They showed true grit & resilience.  

They demonstrated effort & sportsmanship at every turn. 

To their surprise, they played and came 1st. They are the 2023 Boccia State Champions!  

We are so enormously proud of them! 

   Please join me in offering 

to our 2023 BOCCIA CHAMPIONS

FelixC of 1K AdamF of 2B AliyahA of 3E HaydenT of 34S TommyT of 6G

Please come & look & admire the 2023 BOCCIA CHAMPIONS SHIELD, that we are caretakers for.

It is located in the 3-6 office foyer.

An enormous thank you to Mrs Wright and the parents for their support and assistance on the day.

Our BOCCIA CHAMPIONS, their Gold medals & the Shield

Winners are Grinners!!

Ms Melissa Schmidt

Inclusive Sport Coordinator/Learning and Support Teacher

Countdown to Book Week!

As mentioned in last week’s newsletter, our school will be celebrating Book Week by holding a Book Character Parade on Thursday 24 August. On this day we are asking the students to come dressed as their favourite book character for this special fun filled parade. There has been discussion during library lessons to help students with ideas for their costumes, with the suggestion that some students may like to use their creative talents and make a costume. The costumes do not need to be elaborate, or store purchased, simply finding things from home to put a costume together is very appropriate. There are plenty of ideas on Pinterest and Google if you need some inspiration. Below are some photos from last year’s parade.

Parents are invited to attend the parade which will be held on the K-2 site at 10.30 am.

We look forward to celebrating this literary event and seeing amazing book characters.

Ms Davis

Teacher Librarian

Teddy is a fawn Frug puppy and hopefully he will be joining the PHPS family. Teddy lives with Ms Schmidt & her daughter & his sister, Astrid.

Before he can visit us at school, staff & students will receive some training on how to interact appropriately with Teddy- & other dogs too- for when he might come to school.

The students will be shown:

• How to approach Teddy slowly and calmly- not to run or rush over to him or get inside his space
• that they must ask the adult who is holding Teddy on his lead if they are allowed to pat him
• the correct way to pat him, if they have been given permission to do so. They will be taught ‘Pat, Pet, Pause’

A professional dog trainer will visit to assess Teddy’s suitability physically, psychologically & behaviourally for school. Together, we will discuss what Teddy’s school visits could look like.

 

If you have any questions, concerns or comments- such as: allergies or fearful of dogs or love dogs or absolutely anything else- about Teddy being at school, please contact me via email or call the school on 9484 1134.

Please also note that although we may be having Teddy at school, unfortunately all other dogs and animals are not allowed.

THE OFFICE IS ON THE LOOK OUT FOR A BABY GATE FOR TEDDY. IF YOU HAVE ONE THAT YOU ARE WILLING TO DONATE, PLEASE GET IN TOUCH WITH THE OFFICE. THANK YOU!

Ms Melissa Schmidt

Learning & Support Teacher
melissa.schmidt7@det.nsw.edu.au

Luke Whenman
P&C President
pandcpresident@gmail.com

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.

We will be making Honey Soy Chicken Drumsticks again this Friday. You are able to order them now. There will be a limited number available, including some that are Gluten Free.

We will be selling Hot Chocolates at 3-6 this Friday during Recess.

Lunch orders will be available as usual this Thursday for the Walkathon.

**REMINDER**

Cut-off time for placing orders is 8.45am

Thank you. 

Heather Tyler
0425 274 681
canteenphps@gmail.com

Term 3 Winter Uniforms – if you need additional winter supplies, now is a great time to make those purchases through Flexischools. We also still have some second-hand in-store items which you can make an appointment to inspect and purchase.

The Uniform Shop gratefully accepts donations of second-hand items as all profits go towards supporting the school. We kindly request items are pre-washed and in good resale condition.

• Preloved – are items in very good condition and will only be available via online Flexischools. We hope to be able to add more items into Flexischools this Term, as we sort through any new donations provided to the shop.
• Second-hand – if you cannot find what you are looking for in Flexischools, you can book an appointment to inspect unsorted/unlisted items at the Uniform Shop.

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.

UNIFORM SHOP APPOINTMENTS

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.

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.

Nicola Lee
Uniform Shop Manager
phpsuniformshop@gmail.com

MAIN ENSEMBLE REHEARSAL FOR TERM 3: K-2 Hall IS THIS AFTERNOON 3:30pm-4:30pm

Main Ensemble Parent Helper today is Carol H (Thankyou Carol)

PARENT ROSTER FOR TERM 3

There are still places open for the Main Ensemble:  and Senior Ensemble: rosters.  Please get these filled in ASAP. 

If you require any further information, clarification regarding the ROSTER / PARENT HELPERm please feel free to contact us. 

If you need any further information, you can reach out via email: phpsstrings@gmail.com

INTRO TO STRINGS

We've had overwhelming interests in the Intro to Strings Course. Thank you!

This program commences today, 1-August.

The students get to try a string instrument, learn the basics of music and the instrument as well as learning how to play together as a group. This is a great way for your child to try an instrument in a fun, informal environment.

RYDE EISTEDDFOD COMPETITION DAY 2023 1-Aug 

The String Ensemble who was invited to play at our recent performance at NBIF are eligible to play at Ryde Eisteddfod, event 204A MEDIUM INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE PRIMARY. 

There are 12 students in total. 

Performing Pieces: Thundersnow & Sky Suite Mvt II Rain Mvt IV Sun

Best of luck kids!

UPCOMING STRINGS EVENTS FOR TERM 3, 2023

WEEK 4 

• INTRO TO STRINGS - Tuesday 8th August 7:45am - 8:45am
• MAIN ENSEMBLE REHEARSAL - Tuesday 8th August 3:30pm - 4:30pm
• SENIOR GROUP REHEARSAL - Tuesday 8th August 4:40pm - 5:25pm

WEEK5 

• INTRO TO STRINGS - Tuesday 15th August 7:45am - 8:45am
• MAIN ENSEMBLE REHEARSAL - Tuesday 15th August 3:30pm - 4:30pm
• SENIOR GROUP REHEARSAL - Tuesday 15th August 4:40pm - 5:25pm

WEEK 10 - LAST REHEARSAL FOR TERM 3 - Tuesday 19th September

PHPS String Ensemble
Website: www.phpspandc.org.au/string-ensemble
Feedback: www.phpspandc.org.au/string-ensemble/contact-us

Parent Rosters for Term 3

TB there's still one spot in week 10.

What To Be Practising

These pieces will be the ones played at ASBOF on 6th August.

EVENTS

AWARD WORKSHEETS

We're at the beginning of Term 3, so Training and Intermediate bands really should have turned in their Term 1 & 2 worksheets. If your tutor has not been signing off on their exercises please work with them to ensure they do so. If you're working on AMEB examinations instead please let us know so we can make note of it.

PHPS Band Committee
phpsband@gmail.com
www.phpspandc.org.au/band/