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Principal’s Message:
At this time of the term I would like to wish everyone a happy and safe holiday period. We look forward to a busy and fruitful term 4 with the start of major works being done in the school grounds. More accurate information regarding the changes will be in future newsletters.
Staffing
Early next term we will be saying good bye to Kathy Creswick our school administrative officer who has received a transfer to Lilli Pilli Public School. Her replacement will be announced at the beginning of term 4. We know that Lilli Pilli will be gaining a friendly front of school officer of high integrity and thank Kathy for all her work during the last few years.
Korean Day Celebrations
Yesterday we celebrated Korean Day for the first time at Homebush Public School! We combined two important national Korean days – the Moon Festival and also National Foundation Day. The day provided incredible performances and cultural experiences for all students. Some students also took the opportunity to have a delicious Korean style lunch. Thank you to Hae-Ryun Martin who has worked tirelessly with her team to ensure an incredible day. Thank you also to those parents who helped with displays and activities as well as providing lunch. A fantastic day!
Kindergarten enrolments for 2010
If you are aware of anybody planning to enrol their child in kindergarten 2010 who has not done so yet please advise them to contact the school as soon as possible. We are accepting enrolments.
Trivia Night – organised by the P&C
Organisation for the Trivia night on Saturday 14th November is underway. Keep an eye out for more details in further notices.
Arts in the Dark
What an amazing event! Our students certainly highlighted their creative skills. And parents displayed incredible generosity in raising approximately $3000 during the event. Many thanks to Katrina Duff and her organising committee for making this night a memorable one. Thank you also to Brian Lambert who led us amazingly in the auction parts of the evening.
Mark Pearce
Principal (Relieving)
02/10/2009
Kid’s Witness News
The children who have participated in the KWN group have been invited to attend the red carpet gala at Parramatta Riverside Theatre. We will let you know if they win any prizes. Well Done KWN kids.
Lost Property
All unlabeled lost property which was not collected by the end of Term 3 has been donated to charity.
School Camp
What a wonderful time was had all students that attended camp this year. I would like to congratulate all students for doing their best and behaving appropriately at all times. Yarramundi has given the students some real life lessons in the Australian bush that they will remember for their future.
As expected there are some items that have been put in lost property at the school which can picked up before the holidays. Students really enjoyed the ‘Flying Squirrel’ and ‘Canoeing’ (Group 6 enjoyed throwing Mr Lambert in the river). Camp has been an experience the children will talk about for their lifetime, so if you have a child in year 5 or 6 next year start preparing now.
A big thanks to all the staff who gave up time with families to give this opportunity to the students of Homebush P.S.
Daylight saving starts
Don’t forget summer time daylight saving commences over the October long weekend when from 2am, Sunday 4 October 2009, clocks are put forward one hour.
CityRail timetable changes
From Sunday 11 October changes will be made to CityRail train timetables to incorporate the new Epping to Chatswood rail link and this will affect all rail networks. If your child uses the train, please ensure you have an updated timetable. Be aware that bus timetables may also change to accommodate changes to the train timetables. For more information call: 131 500 or go to: www.131500.com.au/servicechanges/timetables2009.asp Fun holiday ideas With the weather warming up, it’s time to get outdoors with the kids and be active together. There are a host of ideas at the Healthy Kids website: www.healthykids.nsw.gov.au/topics/2101.html ranging from simple games you can play in your backyard, to cycle paths, walking tracks, sports organisations and tips to keep your child safe while at play. Make the most of the school holidays! Primary school
Kids Adventure Passport
Visit over 70 museums, galleries and other cultural institutions around NSW and primary school kids get in for free, with a Kids Adventure Passport. Available at participating institutions, the passport offers the holder free entry on weekends, public holidays and school holidays. The passport expires on 27 January 2010, so get busy these holidays. For more details go to: www.arts.nsw.gov.au/KidsAdventurePassport.aspx
Principal’s Message:
Welcome back to a busy term 4!
Staffing
Welcome to Sue Nettleton who is our new Staff Administration Officer. Also welcome to Bronwynne Nurdin who is Assistant Principal and Stage 1 team leader
Kindergarten enrolments for 2010
If you are aware of anybody planning to enrol their child in kindergarten 2010 who has not done so yet please advise them to contact the school as soon as possible. We are accepting enrolments.
Selective High School Application for entry in 2011
Parents with children seeking placement in a selective high school in Year 7 in 2011 are required to submit an application form by 13th November, 2009. Information has already been sent home to all year 5 students.
Library News
The library is very fortunate to have received a gift of twenty six books from The Consul General of India about India and Indian mythology. They will provide a valuable resource for our children as they are beautifully illustrated and are very informative. We wish to thank Mr. Amit Dasgupta, Consul General of India for his generous donation.
Canteen News
The canteen has been fortunate to receive a donation of a new bicycle. Tickets in a fund raiser to win the bike will be available at the canteen. Tickets will be $2.00 each or 3 for $5.00. All money raised will go to the Cancer Council of NSW to help cancer research. Tickets will be available on From Monday 2nd November until Friday 6th November. Thank you to Mick Mazza Cycles in Marrickville for the donation. The bicycle is on display in the canteen.
Return from Leave The Principal, Chris Russell will be coming back next week. Chris is due to return on the 9th November. Thank you to students, staff and parents for the incredible support I have received in my short stay here and I wish everyone all the best for the remainder of the school year.
Mark Pearce
Principal (Relieving)
23/10/09
SRC Netball Competition – 2009
The SRC netball competition came to a close last week with a selection of students (chosen as best on court for their intra-school matches) taking on the teachers VII. In one of the most challenging teams teachers have had to face the scores were tied by the first half. Luckily for the teachers, however, they were able to score a flurry of goals in the second half to come away with a convincing win.
Congratulations must go to Mrs Johnson, Mrs Pagliasso, Ms Keating, Ms Rojas, Mrs Rossi, Mrs Owen and Ms Burke. Mr Lambert has been given a warning for aggressive play and violating several of the rules.
Mr. Maher would like to thank the nine students who gave their all and made the teachers really earn their victory.
In the school competition 6J won in the end narrowly beating 5H. 4K won in the junior final.
Well done everyone!
CityRail timetable changes
From Sunday 11 October changes will be made to CityRail train timetables to incorporate the new Epping to Chatswood rail link and this will affect all rail networks. If your child uses the train, please ensure you have an updated timetable. Be aware that bus timetables may also change to accommodate changes to the train timetables. For more information call: 131 500 or go to: www.131500.com.au/servicechanges/timetables2009.asp
Kids Adventure Passport
Visit over 70 museums, galleries and other cultural institutions around NSW and primary school kids get in for free, with a Kids Adventure Passport. Available at participating institutions, the passport offers the holder free entry on weekends, public holidays and school holidays. The passport expires on 27 January 2010, so get busy these holidays. For more details go to: www.arts.nsw.gov.au/KidsAdventurePassport.aspx
Trivia Night – organised by the P&C
Organisation for the Trivia night on Saturday 14th November is underway. Keep an eye out for more details in further notices.
Kid’s Witness News
The children who have participated in the KWN group have been invited to attend the red carpet gala at Parramatta Riverside Theatre. We will let you know if they win any prizes. Well Done KWN kids.
Lost property
Please ensure all items are clearly labelled so we can return them to students when misplaced. We had a overwhelming amount of lost property last term that was not claimed which has now been donated to a charity.