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TERM 4 | WEEK 2 | 3 Oct 2018

IMPORTANT DATES

Wed 24/10 3-6 Assembly (5D) @1.45pm

Fri 26/10 Last Day of Swimming Scheme

Fri 26/10 World Teacher’s Day

Wed 31/10 Transition to High School parent session @6pm in Hall

Sun 4/11 Hornsby North Band Festival

128 KENT ST EPPING NSW 2121 02 9876 2791 [email protected] www.eppinghts-p.schools.nsw.edu.au

NEWSLETTEREpping HeightsPublic School

Newsletter articles due COB Friday

Values for this term:

Term 4 Integrity & Respect

Confidence Resilience Creativity PRINCIPAL’S REPORTIt has been lovely to see so many students who are making good progress at Swim Scheme. After only one week, students have been happy to attend and have reported their own pride in improvements already. We wish these students continued growth in this essential life skill. Thank you to Mrs Chadwick for organising the program and to Miss Gerard her attendance and support in the pool.

I was pleased to hear yet another example of how our students are developing their understanding of growth mindset. Sam in 3/4P wrote a speech about David De Gea.Sam said:” De Gea received criticism from the media who said that he made a lot of mistakes. Despite these problems he showed confidence and didn’t let his mistakes stop him. He had to work harder than other goal keepers because he is farsighted, which

means he can see things that are far away but has trouble seeing things close. As this is critical for a goal keeper, he wears contact lenses. He is showing a growth mindset by working hard to be better and not giving up. De Gea is now considered one of the best goalies in the world and is famous for his acrobatic dives and spectacular saves.”Well done Sam!

IN THIS EDITION: - Principal’s report - general news, World Teacher’s Day, Farewell Mrs Jarvis, Child Protection, Presentation Day Class Awards, Fundraiser, Tell Them From Me Survey- Day for Daniel SRC Fundraiser, Library News, Student Travel Scheme - P&C news - AGM (Correction to date), Bookclub, Strictly Live Thankyou- Classifieds- Community User Groups & Contact EHPS


Epping HeightsPublic SchoolConfidence Resilience Creativity

WORLD TEACHER’S DAY – 26 OCTOBERThis Friday 26 October is World Teachers Day. Teachers at our school work hard to make sure all students are known, valued and cared for. Perhaps ask your child to write a letter or draw a picture for their teacher this Friday.

FAREWELL MRS JARVISToday we said thank you to Mrs Jarvis for her dedication over 40 years to the teaching profession, 20 years of which was at Epping Heights. We wish her all the best in retirement. Mrs Jarvis has touched the lives of thousands of children and their families and supported and led colleagues and peers. An engaged, intelligent, organised and respected colleague, Mrs Jarvis leaves a lasting legacy particularly in the areas of technology, literature and library.Mrs Jarvis’ position of Assistant Principal at our school is currently under merit selection.

CHILD PROTECTIONEach year teachers support our students to build their personal safety skills through the explicit teaching of Child protection lessons. Lessons are taught in Term 4 from an odd and even year School scope and sequence. There are 5 in depth lessons yearly for each Stage. As some material discussed is private and sensitive, the lessons are taught by the class teacher who knows your child best. The lessons are as follows (please note 2018 is an even year):

Child Protection Scope and Sequence K-6 Epping Heights P.S.

Lesson K Stage 1 Even Year Stage 1 Odd Year11 Relationships

Relationships are connections I have with other people. There are different kinds of relationships.

Rights & ResponsibilitiesI have the right to be cared for and to be safe. I can show care to others.

Caring For OthersEveryone needs to be touched in a caring way. Children can show care to others.

22 TrustThere are many people who care for me. I trust them because I have a relationship with them. Sometimes trust can be broken.

Comfortable/Uncomfortable FeelingsWhen things happen to me or around me I get different feelings. Some feelings are comfortable and some feelings are uncomfortable.

Warning SignalsMy body has signals which give me messages. Some signals are warnings. When things happen to me or are happening around me, I get body signals.

33 Body PartsI need to know that some parts of my body are private. As I grow older, it is not okay for others to touch the private parts of my body unless I am ill or need help to look after myself.

Wanted &Unwanted TouchSome touching can be confusing. I have the right to say NO to unwanted touching.Others need permission to touch what is mine. NO-GO-TELL.

Safe and Unsafe SituationsWhen I experience body signals I have to stop and think about whether I am safe or unsafe. Adventure can be scary but fun. If I am confused or experiencing warning signalsI could be unsafe.

44 Yes and No FeelingsKnowing names for my feelings can help me understand when I need protection.

Saying NOSaying No can be hard sometimes. When I can say NO, I need to say it in a strong, clear way. Using body language can help make my message clearer.

Happy and Unhappy SecretsMost secrets are happy. If a secret is unhappy it can be hard to talk about. It is important to tell an adult you trust about an unhappy secret.

55 No Go TellSafety rules can help to keep me safe. If I am in an unsafe situation, I need to say NO and to GO and TELL someone about it.

NetworksHaving a number of adults for my network is very important. I can use my network for help and support.

My Strategies-TELLINGIt is important that I tell a trusted adult if I am feeling mixed up, uncomfortable or unsafe or if I have an unhappy secret.



If you wish to discuss the content of these lessons, please make a time to speak to your child’s class teacher. For more information about how we protect and support young children at people, please visit our website at

https://eppinghts-p.schools.nsw.gov.au/content/dam/doe/sws/schools/e/eppinghts-p/ehps_protecting_and_supporting_children_and_young_people__copy.pdf

PRESENTATION DAY CLASS AWARDSAs part of our School Plan commitment to Visible Learning, please see below the criteria for annual presentation day awards for Year 1-6. Note: Kindergarten do not give these awards. All Kinder students will receive a Kinder graduation certificate at their special assembly.

All Year 6 students will receive their graduation certificate at the Year 1-6 Presentation day assembly.

Lesson Stage 2 Even Year Stage 2 Odd Year Stage 3 Even Year Stage 3 Odd Year11 Abuse of power

People can have power in different ways. When people use their power, they have a responsibility to use it fairly and in a way which respects the rights of others.

BullyingBullying is not okay. It can hurt me physically, emotionally and mentally. If bullying happens to me there are strategies I can use to take action.

Type of RelationshipsRelationships are connections or links I have with other people. All relationships are different. Relationships can change. Healthy or positive relationships are based on trust and respect.

Source of Power- HarassmentPeople can have power from different sources. They have choices in the way they use their power. Power should be used in a fair way.

22 Bribes and ThreatsI know when I receive a real gift. I need to understand when a gift is used as a bribe. A person might use bribes or threats and expect me to do things which are not okay.

Rights & ResponsibilitiesI know my rights. I have the right to be safe and to have my body, thoughts and feelings respected and to be treated fairly. When I have rights, I also have responsibilities.

Abuse of Power-CoercionCoercion occurs when one person makes or tries to make another person do something which that person does not want to do. Coercion can involve guilt, threats, force and bribes.NO GO TELL

Emotional Abuse & NeglectEmotional abuse is words andactions which hurt children’s feelings and harm the way they think about themselves. Neglect occurs when children are harmed because they do not receive enough food, care, attention or medicalcare.

33 Body PartsI know the correct names for the private parts of my body. It is not okay for another person to touch the private parts of my body unless they are injured or need help to clean them.

Physical & Sexual AbusePhysical abuse is where a person’s body is harmed or injured onpurpose by another person. If another person touches my sexual body parts in a way that is not okayor asks me to touch their sexual parts this is sexual abuse.

Identifying RiskSome situations, people and places might be more likely than others to put me at risk of harm or abuse.

Effects of AbuseAbuse and neglect can result in emotional and mental harm as well as physical harm. Abuse and neglect can affect the way children value themselves. They can affect the way children feel, think and act.

44 ProtectionMy body, my emotions and my thoughts can be harmed. Adults are responsible for protecting children from harm. As I grow older I can help protect myself.

NO GO TELLIt is important to follow safety rules but I also need some strategies to use if I am unsafe.NO- GO-TELL FEEL- THINK- ACT

No Go TellNO- GO-TELL are safety strategies I can use in any unsafe situation. It can be difficult to use these strategies. If I can’t say NO or GO, I can always TELL, even if it is later.

Planning for SafetyAs I grow up I am more responsible for myself, my actions and my behaviour. I am able to make choices about my life. It is smart to plan ahead to be safe.

55 No Go TellTELLING a trusted adult about abuse can be difficult. Having support from a friend and usinggood communication skills can help you to TELL.

My StrategiesI can use a range of strategies to help protect myself if I feel unsafe or have been harmed or abused.

Using Personal NetworksI have a personal network of trusted adults and supportive friends. If I feel unsafe or threatened, I can choose people from this network to go to for support or advice, or tohelp me be safe.

Responding to riskI need to trust my feelings if I feel unsafe or at risk in a situation. NO –GO – TELL strategies can help me. There are other strategies that I can use to be safe.



FUNDRAISERJust a friendly reminder to save your gold coins for the P & C fundraiser Gold Coin Challenge. There is a great prize for the winning class. Funds will be used to purchase new internet compatible devices for classrooms to increase the number we have per class and support the effective integration of technology across the curriculum, as outlined in our School Plan.

TELL US WHAT YOU THINK (TELL THEM FROM ME SURVEY)Thank you to the 36 parents who have completed the online survey about our school. Whilst this is a good response, it is not reflective of the many families at our school. We need all families to complete the survey by this Friday please.This survey provides an essential piece of information for our annual school review and helps us reflect on our actises and make changes where needed.

MS MEGAN BRIDEKIRKPRINCIPAL

Tell Them From Me parent survey

Closes this Friday. Have your say!

How does it work? Parents/carers take the survey online in their own time. The survey will typically take 15 minutes or less to complete and is completely confidential. The parent survey will be conducted between 4 September and 26 October. Participating in the survey is entirely voluntary however your responses are very much appreciated.

What does it ask? The parent survey asks parents/carers a range of questions related to the following drivers of student outcomes:

Access: Parents and carers access the survey via this direct link:

https://nsw.tellthemfromme.com/f5rcx



DAY FOR DANIELEstablished in 2005 by Bruce and Denise Morcombe, shortly after the abduction and murder of their son Daniel while waiting for a bus in 2003, the Daniel Morcombe Foundation’s key role in the community is the education of all children about their personal safety and to assist young victims of crime. The foundation continues to empower all Australians to make their local communities safer places for all children and support Daniel’s legacy through these initiatives.This Friday 26th October the SRC will be supporting the Daniel Morcombe Foundation with a Day for Daniel. Students will participate in child safety lessons including a national online broadcast, encouraged to wear red and donate to the foundation to help it continue to fund and develop educational resources that help keep kids safe. Please bring along a gold coin (to class teacher), wear something red (NB- not mufti) and let’s make child safety a priority. Thank you!

SRC COORDINATORSMRS ANNIE MACKENZIE, MRS EMILY TAHIR, MR DOMONIC BUCKMAN, MISS SELENA GOH

LIBRARY NEWSIt’s wonderful to see so many smiling faces coming in to the library to borrow!Don’t forget to check out the new additions to our displays when you visit.

Over the holidays there has been a change to how we view our online catalogue (Oliver).Log in to your student portal to see the new “Netflix” style features such as

the “recommended for you” and “highly rated” books and where to find them.

Don’t worry, you can still access our old homepage for useful information and important links to World Book Online and more. You just need to click on the “news” tab at the top of the screen for the old page to appear.



Happy Reading Everyone,

MRS WILMOT

STUDENT TRAVEL SCHEME 2019

School student applications for 2019 open from Monday, 15 October 2018.

Students progressing to year 3 and year 7 do not need to re-apply if they:

· are continuing at the same school

· are residing at the same address

· have not been sent an expiry notification from Transport for NSW.

Where a student meets the new distance eligibility, the system will automatically update their entitlement. If they do not meet the new eligibility, they will receive an expiry notification.

If students need to update their information or re-apply, they should go online to https://apps.transport.nsw.gov.au/ssts/updateDetails

Applications need to be submitted before 31 December 2018 to ensure student entitlements are updated and their current entitlement/card is not cancelled. If their application is submitted after 31 December 2018, the system will automatically cancel a card and a new one will need to be issued.

Students in the Opal network applying for a SSTS or Term Bus Pass entitlement for the first time will receive their card at their nominated postal address. Cards will be mailed out during December 2018 and January 2019.For further information visit https://apps.transport.nsw.gov.au/ssts


Epping Heights Public School P&CNotice for 2017 Annual General Meeting

TUESDAY 13 November 20187.00pm @ EHPS Library

The 2019 Annual General Meeting of the Epping Heights Public School Parents and Citizens’ Asso-ciation will be held at the school library on TUESDAY 13 November 2018 commencing at 7.00pm (straight after the School Induction for Parent Volunteers).

All financial members are strongly encouraged to attend as voting will take place on the night for the 2019 P&C Executive. You will also be able to join or renew your membership on the night.

On the night, the current P&C executive and head of committees will present their reports for past year’s activities.After this, all current office bearer roles will be declared vacant and nominations called for the follow-ing positions

• President• Vice-President• Secretary• Treasurer

Nominations will also be sought for the head(s) of the following P&C Sub-Committees:

• Fundraising • Uniform Shop• School Banking• Grounds • Band • Book Club • Community Relations

If you are interested in any of the above roles or would like more information, please email Jenn Kwaan (P&C Secretary) at [email protected] note that the AGM is open to all parents and carers who wish to attend, however only financial members are eligible to vote and/or nominate for vacant positions.

** THE AGM WILL BE FOLLOWED STRAIGHT AWAY BY THE NOVEMBER P&C GENERAL MEETING.

mailto:[email protected]


BOOK CLUB – ISSUE 7 ORDERS DUE WEDNESDAY 31ST OCTOBERBook Club Issue 7 catalogues are being sent home today. At Epping Heights PS, the P&C coordinates Book Club and every order earns 20% back in Rewards dollars for the school to spend on books and classroom resources.

Please use our preferred ordering method, Book Club LOOP for parents.LOOP ordering will remain open until 10:00pm on Wednesday 31st October 2018.

Cash orders will be accepted for those unable to use LOOP.Correct money and order form must be submitted to the Book Club letterbox in the school office by 3:00pm on Wednesday 31st October 2018. Late orders may not be processed.

DO NOT give orders to your child’s class teacher.

Enquiries can be sent to [email protected] you for your support.

MONICA SETOBOOK CLUB COORDINATOR

STRICTLY LIVE! 2017 ENSEMBLE – THANK YOUThank you to all the parents, students, volunteers, teachers and school staff for making Strictly Live! 2018 a huge success. The ensemble featured brilliant performances by the Training Band, Intermediate Band, Concert Band, Stage Band, 1-2 Choir, 3-6 Choir, Voice and Enrichment Group and performers.

The band has fundraised up to $1800.00 through the Ensemble which will go towards enhancing our band program.

KIND REGARDSEHPS BAND COMMITTEE



CLASSIFIEDSPlease note that as we have no means of checking the bona fides of advertisers, Epping Heights Public School will not accept responsibility for any advertisements.

St Andrews Netball Club is hosting a come and try clinic!

Netball is a great way to learn new skills, have fun, learn about teamwork and be part of a community.

Come along and find out more about netball while your child participates in some netball activities.

Ryde Community Sports Centre

Saturday 27th October 1pm – 3pm

RSVP by 24th October on our club website

www.standrewsnetball.com.au www.learnmusicatschool.com.au

Call 9411 3122 or visit our website to enrol

Learn Music on Keyboard or Guitar At School

Keyboard K — y6 Guitar y2 — y6

Music theory. Learning to play instrument. Music games. Fun introduction to music.

♪ Convenient at-school venue ♫

♫ Small group - 45 min weekly lesson ♪ ♪ Competitive rate $29 per session (incl. GST) ♫

♪ Limited vacancy! ♫

Enrol to start Term 4 or Register Interest for 2019




You don’t need to play regular competition tennis but should be of competition standard.

The evening is casual and lots of fun!

ETDTA NORTH WEST PRIMARY SCHOOLS CHALLENGE - INFORMATION

This is a team event played amongst primary schools from the North West of Sydney.

Teams consist of 3 doubles pairs with each pair being graded into a round robin division. Ranking points are awarded to each pair of each team culminating in a Finals Challenge in Term 4.

* FORMAT: GRADED ROUND ROBIN DOUBLES

Each division will consist of 5 or 6 pairs so that each pair will play 4 or 5 ‘matches’. Each ‘match’ will consist of 5 (or 4) games, with sudden death deuce.

* TEAMS: Each team to consist of 6 players, ranked in pairs from 1 to 3 in order of standard. Schools may enter more than one Team. If a school does not have three pairs then individual players from the same school can still enter as a pair and play in the round robin.

* MEDALLIONS: Awarded to winners and runners-up in each division. * COST: $20 per player, incl. GST: payable when completing Registration at etdta.com > Challenges > Register * DINNER: A BBQ and canteen facilities will be available on the night. * WET WEATHER: If the weather is inclement, notice of cancellation will be posted at www.etdta.com (Home Page > Weather News)

by 3pm on the day. * ENQUIRIES: For more info, go to etdta.com > Challenges > Register or contact Sandi at [email protected] or 0452 525 832

EASTWOOD-THORNLEIGH DISTRICT TENNIS ASSOCIATION INC.

2018 NORTH WEST PRIMARY SCHOOLS CHALLENGES

TERM 4 SATURDAY 17th NOVEMBER

5.30 - 9.30 PM AT PENNANT HILLS PARK (Alternate wet weather date 24th November)

Entries Close: Friday, 9th November, 2018

Calling all tennis

enthusiasts

Entries are only online at etdta.com > Challenges > Register Player entries close Friday, 9th November 2018

Next Competition: Saturday Junior Comp. Starts 20th October - 8am, 10am & 3pm More Info at: etdta.com

GIANTBOOK FAIR

OVER 50,000 QUALITY PRE-LOVED BOOKS ALL CATEGORISED

PLUS CDs & DVDs

Need crisis support now? We’re here to help. Call 13 11 14 (24/7)

Find us on www.facebook.com/lifelineH2H

Enquiries: www.lifelineh2h.org.au

Tel: 9498 8805

SAT 3rd NOVSUN 4th NOV

8am - 5pm BOTH DAYS

MACQUARIEUNIVERSITY12 Wally’s WalkNORTH RYDE

PARRAMATTAFOUNDATION DAY

PARRAMATTAFOUNDATION DAY

Sunday 4 November 201811am to 5pm

CELEBRATE PARRAMATTA’S BIRTHDAY

Heritage PrecinctFleet St, North Parramatta

FAMILY FRIENDLY EVENT Live Music + Parravision Talent Contest Auditions – Food Stalls

– Kids Workshops – Heritage Crafts – Historic Tours – Classic Cars –




The Northern Sydney Youth Orchestra (NSYO) is inviting young musicians to join its Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble & String Orchestra. Our youth orchestras rehearse weekly at

Beecroft on Wednesdays.

If you play low brass, winds, strings or percussion, we are auditioning new members to join for 2019 and will be

having a European tour in 2020.

Auditions will be held Wednesday 5th & 12th December between 4pm - 6pm at the Beecroft Presbyterian Church Hall, Mary St, Beecroft.

For details, please feel free to contact us: [email protected]

You may fill out our online application form at:

http://www.nsyo.org.au

CHELTENHAM GIRLS’ HIGH SCHOOL

The Promenade Cheltenham NSW 2119Telephone: 9876 4481 Facsimile: 9869 8521Email: [email protected]

Website: www.cheltenham-h.schools.nsw.edu.au/

YEAR 5 2018 OPEN DAYS

Monday 19th November 1.30—3.00pm

Year 5 2018 (Year 7 2020) students and their families are invited

to come to an information afternoon at Cheltenham Girls’ High School.

Information will be presented about the curriculum, extracurricular activities and welfare structures at the school, as well as the enrolment procedures relevant to Cheltenham Girls’. Tours of the school will also be conducted.

Local primary schools will be distributing letters with more details about the Open Day, including the date offered to each school.

Please contact your daughter’s primary school or the reception office at Cheltenham Girls’ for more information.



Community User Groups at Epping Heights PS

Did you know there are many extracurricular activities offered by private businesses at our school? Please contact the groups direct if you are interested in attending any of these activities.

Activity Day Time Contact person Phone

Drama Enrichment Class Monday 3.15pm Halina Abramowicz 0422 542 166

Chess Class (Syd Academy of Chess)

Monday 3.10pm Brett Tindall 9745 1170

Zumba Class Monday 7.30pm Alicia Speer 0414 266 101

Guitar Lessons (VIP Music) Tuesday Morning Urszula Koh 9411 3122

Keyboard Lessons (VIP Music)

Tuesday Morning Urszula Koh 9411 3122

Mandarin Class (Happy Chinese)

Wednesday 3.15pm Nancy Zhou 0433 589 696

Art Class (Art Platform) Friday 3.15pm Fergus Tam 0412 168 198

Karate Class (Australia’s Youth Self Defence)

Saturday Morning Matt Klein 9904 5667

Peking Chinese Language Class

Saturday Afternoon Min Hua Li 0406 949 894

Punjabi Lessons Sunday Morning Narian Singh 0405 217 446

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