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I hope that all families had an enjoyable extended weekend. It is hard to believe that we are nearing the end of Term 1 and that we are already in April!  

Please be aware that from Term 2 onwards we are going to trial distribution of the Newsletter in a fortnightly format instead of weekly. We are aiming to further streamline communications and acknowledge that a weekly newsletter involves some instances of repeated information. We know that families are busy and having to read the newsletter every second week instead of each week will hopefully ease some of the work in keeping up to date with school happenings.

In Term 2 the Newsletter will be distributed on:

Week 2 – 7 May

Week 4 – 21 May

Week 6 – 4 June

Week 8 – 18 June

Week 10 – 2 July

A message from the Pennant Hills Public School P&C President, Gareth Watkins…

‘I’d like to give a brief word of introduction and thanks as the incoming president. My name is Gareth and I’m very thankful to Luke Whenman as outgoing president for 3 incredible years of commitment and service. We’re very happy that Luke won’t be leaving the scene but rather continuing to serve as Vice-President ensuring his organisational knowledge remains to help us all. I’d also like to thank the rest of the executive committee who continue to serve alongside me.

Who am I and why have I accepted the role as president? I must confess that for the first few years of my connection to Pennant Hills Public School I was mostly invisible. I now have an 8 year old son in year 3 and a 4 year old daughter going into Kindy next year, so this means I joined the school community in the middle of the Covid disruption. I imagine there are a number of people in a similar situation to me who missed the natural welcome events and pathways into involvement as a parent at the school. It was a somewhat serendipitous encounter with the outgoing president Luke, as he was trick-or-treating with his kids, who live a few streets away from me in Pennant Hills, that brought about my connection to the P&C. Soon after, being impressed by Luke’s warmth and activity, I simply asked how I could be involved as I’m usually a natural helper and team player. Luke explained that at the executive level is where help is most often thin on the ground. I volunteered to be Secretary during 2023, and now here I am stepping in to the President role, as Luke finishes the maximum 3 year consecutive terms our constitution allows. 

I accepted the nomination for President because; 

: I wanted to embody to others that I’m not an expert, I haven’t been involved very long, but I can bring a willing attitude, and good communities thrive on people just having a go ? P&C doesn’t require any secret handshakes to join! 

: In my daily work as a local real estate agent I constantly meet young families looking to move into the area. One of the most common questions people ask me is “What is the local primary school like?” as they compare it with others in the area. I find it a privilege to be able to look people in the eye and describe PHPS as a wonderful school they could be proud to call home. If there’s any way I can continue to help PHPS excel I want to do that. 

: I come from a family of teachers, so I somewhat understand the challenges teachers face on a daily basis to educate our children, which is one of the highest callings one could undertake. I’d love to play a role in the P&C continuing to make our school a place where our kids, teachers, parents and local community members thrive together. 

2024 looks set to be a wonderful year as we mark 99 years of school history and prepare for our centenary celebrations in 2025! I look forward to seeing you around the school. Say hi and get involved!’

The school is extremely fortunate to have such a dedicated and hard-working P&C. The relationship between the P&C and staff is mutually respectful and always focussed on providing the best for our students. Please feel free to come along to any P&C meeting…everyone is welcome!

Warm Regards

Alison Filipic

Principal

Burumin Award Winners

1.  Leonardo D (5M) - Responsibility

2.  Kay M (6M) and Kay W (4D) - Respect

3.  William P (3M) - Respect  

Mrs Griffith

Teacher Librarian

Opportunity Class Testing Year 5 - 2025

Applications for Year 5 opportunity class placement in 2025 open 4 April and close 20 May 2024.

Opportunity classes are for high potential and gifted students in Year 5 and 6.

Parents apply when students are in Year 4 for placement in Years 5 and 6. It is a 2-year program. Parents cannot apply for Year 6 placement only.

Students sit a free placement test. The opportunity class placement test has three consecutive components: • reading • mathematical reasoning • thinking skills.

For more information go to: https://education.nsw.gov.au/public-schools/selectivehigh-schools-and-opportunity-classes/general-information/equity-placement-model

Opportunity Class Placement Test

Applications for opportunity class placement are considered on the results of the Opportunity Class Placement Test. Students who wish to be considered for placement are required to sit the Opportunity Class Placement Test on Thursday 1 August 2024.

How to apply

• Parents/carers apply online between Thursday 4 April and Monday 20 May 2024 at: nsw.gov.au/oc.
• You must use your own email address and not one belonging to your child.
• You must submit only one application for each child.
• Late applications are not usually accepted.

Parents must apply online, the school cannot apply for students.

Applications close May 20 2024

Our Drama unit this term is called “Puppets and Play”.  Students in years 1-6 are learning about different types of puppets and basic techniques in puppetry. 

This week, all students in years 1 – 6 are asked to bring in a small soft toy (not a puppet) to use during their Drama lesson this week. 

During the holidays, it would be fantastic if students could make their own puppet and bring it in.  Next term, students will also be able to bring in their own puppets.

So, this week and next, remember to bring in a small soft toy.  

Ms Stevens

Music, Drama and Choir Teacher

Uniform Updates

Winter Uniforms are worn in Terms 2 & 3 and are now available to purchase via Flexischools or in-store (by appointment).  Your Flexischools order must be placed before this Sunday 7 April, 5pm cut-off, to receive your winter uniforms before the school holiday closure. 

The Uniform shop will be closed from Wed 10 Apr – Wed 1 May.  You can still make online orders during this time; however, the first available delivery date will be for Term 2 Week 1 - Thursday 2 May.

We also have an exciting NEW ADDITION to our winter uniforms sports range, the NEW DESIGN navy zip cuff trackpants with school crest embroidery will be arriving in Term 2!  These are available to pre-order now through Flexischools. We are also pleased to advise that we have managed to source these great quality trackpants with school logo embroidery and offer this item at a lower sale price than the previous style (please note sizes 14 and up are the same cost as the previous style).  We do hope that this provides a good option for your child’s winter sportswear range.  We still have some previous 2023 style trackpants available, at a heavily reduced 40% off price.  You can still order these online, but stock is limited.

Appointments

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

Order on Flexischools via the “SHOP”.  If the “SHOP” icon doesn’t appear on your page, you may need to refresh your browser or pull down the screen for mobile devices.

• Currently, all uniform orders will need to be placed by 5pm on Sundays prior to the delivery date.
• Your order will be delivered on Tuesdays to your child’s classroom. Please allow 3-5 days from delivery date for your child to receive their order from their teacher.

If you have any queries regarding Uniforms, the school website or Uniform Brochure 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

         

PHPS Band Committee

phpsband@gmail.com

www.phpspandc.org.au/band/

LAST WEEK TO REGISTER FOR PHPS MUSIC CAMP JUNE 02-04

Cost: $315 (if you have Paypal 'Pay in 4' approved this is available at checkout)

Trybooking Link: https://www.trybooking.com/CPZVN

Camp Dates: Sunday 2nd June - Tuesday 4th June 2024

The Trybooking link will be closing Term1, Week 10 - Friday 5 April  

 Any official music camp questions should go to  phpsmusiccamp@gmail.com

Band, String and the Music Camp emails have been cc'ed in here as well for easy convenience.

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