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GORDON WEST BULLETIN VOLUME 20 2016 DECEMBER 15 2016 Principal’s Report Ryde Road Pymble 2073 Telephone: 9498 4644 Fax: 9498 4436 Email: [email protected] Website: www.gordonwest-p.schools.nsw.edu.au Thurs 15 December Picnic day Friday 16 December Last day of term Thurs 26 Jan 2017 Australia Day Friday 27 Jan 2017 Staff Dev Day Mon 30 Jan 2017 Students Year 1-6 Resume Thursday 2 Feb 2017 Kindy 2017 Start Dates to Remember The K-2 Concert was held last Friday with the younger members of the school community showcasing their many varied talents. Congratulations to all the students and their teachers who were involved in this lovely culmination to a successful year. Thank you to Mrs Daniels and her willing helpers for providing the morning tea. The Gordon West Gazette for 2016 was sent home this week. Again this year’s edition is in full colour and is a wonderful overview of the activities for the year. Miss Alam and Mrs Roberton are to be congratulated on this great publication. The Gazette is an excellent keepsake for your child to look over in years to come and remember their time at Gordon West. A big thank you to all the families for providing such a scrumptious Teachers Lunch on Wednesday of this week. As I have stated on many occasions one of the school’s main strengths is the wonderful support given the teachers and students by the parents of the school community for which we continue to be most appreciative. The Year 5 and Year 6 children are currently enjoying a week long camp at Milson Island on the Hawkesbury River. I really enjoyed my visit to camp on Wednesday to observe Gordon West children participating in the many activities that the Sport & Recreation Department Camp has to offer. Thank you to Mrs Roberton, Mrs Dudley, Mr Sparke and Mrs Waugh for giving up a week of their family time to ensure the children of Gordon West have these wonderful experiences. The inaugural Gordon West Students vs Staff Dodgeball challenge was very eventful with the referee Salvatore Castelnuovo (Sam) having his hands full controlling the enthusiasm of all participants. Although the game officially ended in a draw the Year 6 students were certainly surprised at the tenacity and resilience of the staff team. Thank you to the staff of Gordon West for their incredible professionalism during 2016 and to all parents who have supported the school in so many ways over the course of the year.
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Principal’s Report Ryde Road Pymble 2073 Telephone: 9498 4644 Fax: 9498 4436 Email: [email protected] Website: www.gordonwest-p.schools.nsw.edu.au
Thurs 15 December Picnic day Friday 16 December Last day of term
Thurs 26 Jan 2017 Australia Day
Friday 27 Jan 2017 Staff Dev Day Mon 30 Jan 2017 Students Year 1-6 Resume Thursday 2 Feb 2017 Kindy 2017 Start
Dates to Remember
The K-2 Concert was held last Friday with the younger members of the school community showcasing their many varied talents. Congratulations to all the students and their teachers who were involved in this lovely culmination to a successful year. Thank you to Mrs Daniels and her willing helpers for providing the morning tea. The Gordon West Gazette for 2016 was sent home this week. Again this year’s edition is in full colour and is a wonderful overview of the activities for the year. Miss Alam and Mrs Roberton are to be congratulated on this great publication. The Gazette is an excellent keepsake for your child to look over in years to come and remember their time at Gordon West. A big thank you to all the families for providing such a scrumptious Teachers Lunch on Wednesday of this week. As I have stated on many occasions one of the school’s main strengths is the wonderful support given the teachers and students by the parents of the school community for which we continue to be most appreciative.
The Year 5 and Year 6 children are currently enjoying a week long camp at Milson Island on the Hawkesbury River. I really enjoyed my visit to camp on Wednesday to observe Gordon West children participating in the many activities that the Sport & Recreation Department Camp has to offer.
Thank you to Mrs Roberton, Mrs Dudley, Mr Sparke and Mrs Waugh for giving up a week of their family time to ensure the children of Gordon West have these wonderful experiences. The inaugural Gordon West Students vs Staff Dodgeball challenge was very eventful with the referee Salvatore Castelnuovo (Sam) having his hands full controlling the enthusiasm of all participants. Although the game officially ended in a draw the Year 6 students were certainly surprised at the tenacity and resilience of the staff team. Thank you to the staff of Gordon West for their incredible professionalism during 2016 and to all parents who have supported the school in so many ways over the course of the year.
Congratulations to the children of Gordon West on their achievements over the past 12 months. Semester 2 student reports were sent home last week and provided a detailed overview of your child’s performance during this semester of which we were very proud. I would like to acknowledge Mr O’Keefe President of the Gordon West P&C and his team together with Mrs Guenther President of the Gordon West FRASC and her team for their wonderful efforts in making Gordon West a great place to be. Parents are reminded that Monday and Tuesday of next week are School Development Days with the no students in attendance. The Gordon West OSHC will be in operation on these days. Have a wonderful Christmas vacation. J Huckerby Principal
Thank you to everyone who helped out at the K‐2 Concert. It was lovely to share the morning with such a
deligh ul group of mums and dads. Your sense of humour and willingness to work so relessly is greatly appreciated.
From Sarah Daniels
Thank you to everyone who helped out at the K‐2 Picnic Day. Thank you to everyone who helped out your willingness to work so relessly is greatly appreciated. The children will remember the day as one of their best.
From Jo Greenaway
Canteen would like to send a huge thanks to all the volunteers who have helped in the canteen in 2016. Without your help and assistance, we would no be able to run smoothly. Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year ! Satu Piispa and Sarah Daniels
Term 1 2017 Tennis Coaching Enrolments are now being taken for before and a er school tennis lessons catering for beginners to advanced standards. Enquiries to Sco on 0414 554 612.
Holiday Tennis Clinics Two Holiday Tennis Clinics will be conducted at Gordon West Public School during the holidays: Clinic 1 December 19th‐23rd (Mon‐Fri) 9:30am– 2:30pm Clinic 2 January 16th‐18th (Mon‐Wed) 9:30am– 2:30pm Cost 3 days $140
Enquiries and bookings to Sco on 0414 554 612
Canteen needs your help for 2017 Canteen is looking for helpers for 2017, as some volunteers can no longer help out. Each day we need parent volunteers to help prepare lunches and serve morning tea in the canteen. Please offer to help in the canteen once per term. New parents and dads are more than welcome too. You will be put on a roster with other parents and no special skills are required as our Canteen Manager will guide you through what needs to be done. Canteen is fun and social, it’s a great way to meet other parents both in your child’s year and other years and find out what is going on at school. Your child will be absolutely thrilled that you are helping in the canteen. Should be able to help, please fill in the form below and hand to the office or email Sarah Daniels on [email protected]
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Child’s name………………………………………………………………………………………….
Year/Class……………………………
Parent’s name…………………………………………………………………………………………
Telephone No………………………………………
Email…………………………………………………………………………….
Please ck the day best for you:
Monday From 9.00am to 1.20pm ……
Thursday From 9.00am to 1.20pm …..
Fridays From 10am to 1.15pm ……
STUDENT NEWS
Top marks for ballerinas from the Marin Fix School of Ballet. Congratulations to Laura C, Dannon P and Janelle C who obtained over 90% in their recent ballet examinations. Congratulations to Tiffany F who passed her Grade 2 ballet examination with Honours. All tuition is conducted with individual interest and care by Marion from Pre-school age to Advanced levels. Enrolments are now open for 2017. Contact Marion on 9487 1821 or 0416 065 373.
Congratulation to Chloe M (Year 6) who recently competed at the NSW State Age Swimming Championships at Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre. Chloe came 2nd in the 11 years backstroke race and won a silver medal. Fantastic Effort !!
