newsletter - Tea Gardens Public School

Tea Gardens Public School
Witt Street, Tea Gardens, 2324
29/7/2013 Week 3 Term 3
NEWSLETTER
PRINCIPAL’S REPORT
Public Speaking Finals
It was fantastic to be present at our Public Speaking Finals this morning. The finalists kept us entertained and
captivated the audience with their witty takes on the selected topics. Congratulations!
Spelling Bee Money- Due now
Thank you to everyone who has already returned the
spelling bee sponsorship money. The money raised will
go towards much needed reading and spelling resources. If you have yet to return the sponsorship money, please do so this week.
Class Captains Term 3 2013
Student of the Week
Congratulations to Molly Perry from the Longitudes
class for being selected as our Student of the Week.
Molly receives this award for commitment to her studies
and assisting with school events. Congratulations Molly
on being named this week’s student of the week.
Bouquets
Christmas in July luncheon helpers
Thanks are extended to the group of parent helpers
whom assisted with preparing and serving in excess of
140 special Christmas in July lunches.
Girls Soccer
The girls’ soccer team played Forster last Friday. Unfortunately they lost 6—nil but our girls never gave up.
Congratulations girls on a great team effort!
Angles
Amelia Henning
Zarlii Ray
Diamonds
Lenita White
Murray Woodfield
Keys
Jordan Dorante
Tori Lee
Mercury
Cassy Eldering
Jack Way
Statistics
Olivia Fitzgerald
Brannan Lawler
Radians
Lyn Vo
Nathan Katz
Tangents
Indianna McDonald
Mitchell Barr
Latitudes
Christopher Woodfield
Alex Hinitt
Longitudes
Susie Webb
Joshua Kirkpatrick
Zone Athletics Carnival
Congratulations to the following students who have qualified to represent our school at the Zone Athletics Carnival; Aaliyah Masina, Abby Fenner, Alex Hinitt, Allysha
Randall, Andrew Callaghan, Austin Battle, Bailey Battle,
Ben Woolard, Charlie Pietsch, Cole Johnson, Danielle
Woolard, Emily Cusworth, Ethan Pinch, Fletcher Roberts, Grace Burke, Harry Clemson, Hayden Harvey, Indiana Gregory, Jackson Murphy, Jade Hunter, Jarryd
Schmidt, Jessica Lutz, Jessica Randall, Jomeca Lafaialii, Jordan Barry, Joshua Callaghan, Joshua Howarth,
Joshua Kirkpatrick, Kasey Brown, Lilly-Ann White, Lucas
UPCOMING EVENTS
TERM 3 WEEK 3
EDUCATION WEEK
BOOK FAIR—ALL WEEK
Mon 29/7 Public Speaking finals (9.30am)
Tue 30/7
Spelling Bee finals followed by open class
room visit
Wed 31/7 Showcase Day (Bulahdelah Central School)
Thu 1/8
Little Athletics Presentation
Fri 2/8
Ministers Assembly (9.15)
Dance Group Performance
Music Performance by the Conservatorium
of Music (2pm)
TERM 3 WEEK 4
Mon 5/8
Choir (Mondays Lunchtime)
Thu 8/8
Parliament (9.15am)
Fri 9/8
Zone Track
Barry, Mitchell Barr, Nathan Katz, Rex Shelton, Ryan
O’Neill, Ryver McDonald and William Markham.
The Zone Field Events Athletics Carnival will be held on
Tuesday 6th August and the Track Events Carnival will
be held on Friday 9th August. Please note that the 800m
races will be held at the Field Events Carnival. Both carnivals will be held at Vi Barnett Oval, Raymond Terrace
and students need to arrive by 9.15am. Students attending need to return permission notes as soon as possible
so transport arrangements can be made.
Kathryn Fowler
Sport Organiser
records systems to ensure we have the most up-to-date
information on your child’s health.
If you have a child with a medical condition you will receive a copy of the new forms and will need to fill them
out and return them to us as soon as you can.
The new forms will help us collect your child’s important
medical information and the introduction of new systems in all NSW public schools will mean we'll be able
to better manage the daily and emergency health needs
of your child.
We appreciate your support as we start collecting the
information, and if you have any questions please call.
Coming Up
Education Week this week
We have a series of special activities organised across
Education Week this week including:
Tomorrow, we will host the Spelling Bee Finals from approximately 9.10am-10.25am. The spelling bee finals will
be followed by open classes until lunch time. Please join
in by coming to the spelling bee finals and returning to
the classroom at the conclusion of the spelling bee. You
are more than welcome to share lunch with us tomorrow
too.
Administration of Medication at School
When a medical practitioner has prescribed medication
that must be administered during the school day, parents are responsible for:

completing a written request for medication to be
administered at school

ensuring that the information is updated if it
changes
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supplying the medication and any 'consumables'
necessary for its administration in a timely way
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collaborating with the school in working out arrangements for the supply and administration of
the prescribed medication.
On Wednesday 31st July- Bulahdelah CS Showcase Day
for Year 5 and 6 students will be held here at Tea Gardens. A number of Secondary Teachers from Bulahdelah Central will showcase their subjects on the day
including Music, Maths, Chinese, Science, PE, Drama
and TAS.
The current schedule for the day
9.30 Bulahdelah Central School and other local schools
arrive
9.30 - 9.40 Welcome and organisation
9.40 - 10.25 Rotation 1
10.25 - 11.10 Rotation 2
11.10 - 11.45 Lunch
11.45 - 12.30 Rotation 3
12.30 - 1.15 Rotation 4
1.15 - 1.35 Recess
1.35 - 2.20 Rotation 5
2.20 - 2.30 Pack up and farewell
2.30 Other Schools Depart TGPS
This event will showcase the wonderful programs Bulahdelah Central School has to offer as the preferred
school for local Year 6 students in 2014 and Year 5 students in 2015.
On Thursday 1st August at 10.20am representatives from
NSW Little Athletics will talk to our students about the
“desire to inspire” program
On Friday 2nd August we look forward to being wowed by
the students from Sydney Conservatorium of Music performance commencing at 2pm. We would also like to
thank the U3A for their annual support of this great initiative!
Across the week, we will have a book fair operating in
the library.
Please join with us throughout the week for our activities.
Student medical forms
During Terms 3 and 4 we will be updating our medical
Students must not carry medications unless there is a
written agreement that this is a planned part of the student's health care support. However, students should
carry asthma puffers if required. Please do not send
your child to school with any other medication unless
approval has been granted. This includes 'over the
counter' medication such as panadol.
Except in an emergency, only individual staff members
who have volunteered and been trained, can administer
prescribed medication to students.
It’s time to enrol for 2014
Kindergarten enrolment forms are available from the
front office. Please complete and return to the office
with proof of address, birth and immunisation documentation as soon as possible.
Mark Clemson
Principal
School Choir
Calling out to anybody who has the singer in them!
Mrs Ingram, Miss Winney and Mrs Condie are inviting
any children in Years 2 to 6 who are interested in joining our school choir.
Venue: Mrs Ingram’s classroom
When: Monday lunch times
We look forward to seeing you next Monday 5th August.
Music Tuition Fees—Reminder
Please note that all outstanding fees for music
lessons are now overdue. Please make your payment
at the school office as soon as possible. Eftpos available. Thank you
Voluntary Contributions
Thank you to those parents who have paid their annual
school contribution of $50 per family. Payments may be
made at the school office. Eftpos available.
CANTEEN NEWS—TERM 3 WEEK 2
WEDNESDAY 31/7 (Christine Wisemantel, Lee Burgess,
Jude Woodfield)
Lasagne & Salad
$4 meal only
$5 with drink
FRIDAY 2/8 (Christine Wisemantel, Bill & colleen Ewen)
Spring Rolls and Fried Rice
$4 meal only
$5 with drink
MONDAY 5/8 (Jen Ewen, Vanessa Ray )
HELP NEEDED ON MONDAYS PLEASE
Call Christine on 4997 0717
Macaroni & Cheese
$4 meal only
$5 with drink
LUNCH ORDERS
Other items also available each canteen day are:
Cheese, Vegemite or jam sandwich with a drink for $3.00
Drinks include: Apple, Apple/Blackcurrant, Orange
Bottled Water
Milk: Chocolate, Strawberry, Banana
NB: Please state your choice for lunches on your brown paper
bag along with child’s name and class and money inside bag
Congratulations to the following students who received a merit
award on Friday 26th July 2013 They were:
ANGLES
Coby Bates
Good spelling results
Zane Halloran
Good handwriting
DIAMONDS
Haleigh Simmons
Matilda Bryant
Settling well in the Diamonds
Working well in reading groups
KEYS
Michael Civic
Jordan Dorante
Great results in spelling
Having a good work ethic
MERCURY
Jermaine Wolfram
Ciara Ridley
Improved attitude towards class work
Working well in mathematics
STATISTICS
Allysha Randall
Riley Barry
Enthusiastic presentation of her speech
Outstanding sportsmanship in last weeks sport
activity
RADIANS
Taylor Simmons
Danielle Woolard
Fantastic work in maths
Enthusiasm in lessons
TANGENTS
Hayden Krohn
Logan Craft
Excellent application
Great in spelling
LATITUDES
Jordie Henning
Jessica Page
Enthusiasm towards his writing
Very good work in mathematics
LONGITUDES
Fletcher Roberts
Ashley Crawford
Improvement in speed test (mathematics)
Always working to the best of his ability
Singing and Guitar Lessons
$25 per ½ hour lesson
Available Tues, Wed and Thurs afternoons
0422 027388
Uniform Shop—Price Changes
Open Mondays
2.30pm—3.00pm
Wednesdays
8.15am—8.45am
Fridays
8.15am– 8.45am
Girls Summer Dress Uniforms—made to order
Blue Polo Shirts
$18 (Long Sleeve $20)
Yellow Polo Shirts $18 (Long Sleeve $20)
Navy Culottes
$20
Navy Bootleg Fleecy$20
Navy Ponte Pants $18
Navy Zip Jumper
$25
Navy Lined Jacket $30 (Weatherproof)
Maroon Shorts
$12
Grey Shorts
$15
Grey Long Pants
$18
Bucket Hats
$12
Xmas in July 2013