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Ringrose Ave, Greystanes 2145 | Ph: 9631 8637 | www.ringrose-p.schools.nsw.edu.au

From the Principal’s Desk

Dear Parents and Carers,

I hope that our mum’s were well looked after on Mother’s Day

and we hope that you were able to enjoy our Mother’s Day

Breakfast last week. I anticipate that you also received your

Mother’s Day gifts in one piece which were purchased from our

Mother’s Day Stall. I would like to thank our P&C President Ms Lisa Harvey and her

helpers for making these lovely gifts available.

Last week, NAPLAN was held for Years 3 and Years 5 students. I was very proud of our

students and their application in the tests. I also want to acknowledge and congratulate

them for their efforts. Well done to you all. I know you all did your best!

This week, under the Department’s Capital Work’s program, we have installed new

carpet in 5 classrooms. We are committed to ensuring wherever possible that students

are learning in clean and well-kept classrooms. It was lovely to watch students walk for

the first time on their new classroom carpet! Some may have even made their own

version of ‘snow angels - carpet angels!’

I would also like to take this opportunity to remind all boys and girls and families that

we have high expectations of student behaviour at school. Our three school rules

clearly indicate how ‘Excellence’ looks at Ringrose, namely:

Be Safe

Be Respectful

Be a Good Learner.

The Department of Education also makes very clear what their expectation of students

conduct at school must be as outlined in the Behaviour Code for all students. Attached

to this newsletter, is a copy of the Behaviour Code for all Students. The link below will

also take you to this page on the Department’s intranet site:

http://www.dec.nsw.gov.au/about-the-department/our-reforms/supported-students-

successful-students/behaviour-code-for-students

At Ringrose our Student Management Policy is aligned to Department Policies and Pro-

cedures, and is implemented consistently right across the school. A copy of this can be

picked up from the office or you can find it on our school website page.

Lastly, as we approach these colder months, we expect all students to be wearing their correct uniform every day. Black shoes

are part of our school uniform whether they are the traditional leather style or black sneaker style. Students should only be

wearing their coloured sneakers on Sports Days. For Years 3-6, this is Friday only. On all other days, the expectation is that

students wear their black shoes.

I appreciate your anticipated support of keeping Ringrose Public School a Great Place to Be!

Yours sincerely,

Mr Loughhead

Dates for your Diary

Thurs 18/05

Uniform Shop / School Banking- 8:30

Fri 19/05

PSSA - Round 3

Fri 19/05

K-6 Assembly & Ribbon Presentation - 11:30am

Fri 19/05

Stage 2 & 3 Camps payments due

Tues 23/05

ICAS Digital Technologies

Thurs 25/05

Uniform Shop / School Banking- 8:30

Fri 26/05

PSSA - Round 4

Mon 29/05 - Thurs 01/06

Stage 3 Camp

Tues 30/05

Zone Cross Country

Thurs 08/06

Years 3-6 Athletics Carnival - 8:30

Thurs 08/06

School Banking - 8:30

Friday 09/06

Uniform Shop - 8:30

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Roy Ringrose has visited 5/6E this week!

It has been a very exciting start to the Term for 5/6E.

At the beginning, we spent a lot of our time reflecting on

ANZAC Day and what it means to us as Australians around

this time. We researched and investigated the

Tower of London Poppy Sculptures that was set up

for the 100 year Anniversary. We looked at the

artist's motive and the method in which it was

created. We couldn't believe that the significance

behind each poppy on that sculpture represented a

soldier who lost their life in World War 1. We had

decided to imitate the artwork with our own. We

looked at some famous Australian Landmarks such

as Ayers Rock, Sydney Opera House and many more

and created the weeping poppies. Come and have a

look at the foyer if you get a chance.

Another big event that I was able to witness was the

preparation for NAPLAN for the Year 5 students. This

preparation is different to when they were in Year 3

as the students seem to have a better understanding

of how to take the test. However, I was able to

witness the discussions on how to approach

different questions. I was thrilled to see the amount of positive talk and how

they helped each other to tackle the difficult questions.

During the week of NAPLAN, I witnessed the range of emotions from

excitement and nervousness. I was extremely impressed to see how hard

each and every student tried. No matter how difficult the questions were, the

students were very resilient!

We are very much looking forward to what is to come for the rest of the

Term in 5/6E!

Silver Awards

Office Foyer Display - Week 4 Term 2

| 5/6E - Mrs Cullen |

Matias 1R

Shania 1R

Jahnavi 1/2O

Arin 1/2O

Emad 1/2O

Briella 2R

Flynn 2R

Mikayla 2R

Taleirah 2R

Sienna 2R

Michael 2R

Ava 3M

Ryan 3/4D

Ansh 3/4D

Zac 3/4D

Daylan 4/5S

Keiralee 4/5S

Aarav 5/6E

Jade 5/6E

Declan 5/6E

Samuel 5/6E

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Canteen News

As our school is growing

we are becoming busier

and busier each day and it

is getting harder and

harder to run the canteen

by myself on these days.

Any helper who

volunteers for 4 hours

(whether it be mum, dad

grandparents, aunt, uncle

etc) will receive a free

lunch for their child/

children on the day to the

value of $5.00 per child.

Lunch will also be

provided for you.

If you are able to help

please contact me on

0411 143 609.

Canteen Roster

Week 5

Mon 22/05 -

Helper Required

Tues 23/05 -

Helper Required

Wed 24/05 -

Trish McIntosh

Thurs 25/05 -

Priscilla Lazanas

Fri 26/05 -

Manda Dalchiranis

Week 6

Mon 29/05 -

Helper Required

Tues 30/05 -

Susan Porrello - AM

Wed 31/05 -

Helia Ashkan

Thurs 01/06 -

Priscilla Lazanas

Fri 02/06 -

Heather Nicholas

Healthy Harold’s tips for

keeping kids safe near the road!

Making young children aware of road safety is essential

for keeping them safe in today’s world. National Walk

Safely to School Day (Friday, 19 May) is an annual event

encouraging all Primary School children to walk and

commute safely to school. When we talk about road

safety a few things probably come to mind immediately –

crossing at pedestrian crossings, looking left and right

before you cross, wearing a helmet when riding a bike –

but there are a lot of other things we can talk to our kids about. For a list of road

safety tips for pre-school and primary school children, visit Life Education’s online

parent resources: http://www.lifeeducation.org.au/parents/safety

2017 Cumberland Heritage Awards

Keeper of the Stone Colouring -In Competition

Cumberland Council are holding a “Keeper of the Stone” Colouring-In

Competition. See below for more details.

Entry Instructions:

1) Colour in the provided stencil (Pages 5 & 6 of this newsletter)

2) Fill in the entry details

3) Return to the council

Prizes: The winner will be named “Keeper of the Stone” and receive

the Heritage Stone for 1 year, $150 book voucher and a framed

certificate.

The runner-up will receive a $150 book voucher and a framed

certificate

Entries close on Friday 2 June, 2017

Entries can be submitted (by post) to Cumberland Council at:

16 Memorial Avenue, Merrylands 2160

or

1 Susan Street, Auburn 2144

or

PO box 42, Merrylands 2160

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Change of Date for Uniform Shop

Friday 9th June - 8:30 - 9:30am

On Thursday 8th June, The Uniform Shop will not be open. The Uniform Shop will be

moved to Friday 9th June, from 8:30 - 9:30am, for this week only.

Uniform Shop Order Forms can be collected from the School Office. Order forms and

payment can be returned to the School Office and orders will be filled the following

Thursday. Orders can then be collected on Thursday afternoons from the School Office.

School Banking

Thursday 8th June - 8:30 - 9:30am

On Thursday 8th June, School Banking will run as normal, from 8:30 - 9:30am in the AV

Room.

Students who bank regularly can receive great rewards and prizes! Visit us on Thursday

mornings, or see the Office Staff for more information.

If you have lost your banking book, we can also replace it for you. See Mr Sharp on

Thursday mornings to have your book replaced.

Walk Safely to School Day

Friday 19 May, 2017

National Walk Safely to School Day (WSTSD) is on Friday 19 May. Now in its 18th year, it

is a campaign and annual event when all primary school children, parents and carers

will be encouraged to walk and commute safely to school. It is a community event

seeking to promote Road Safety, Health, Public Transport and the Environment.

The objectives of Walk Safely To School Day are:

To encourage parents and carers to walk to school with primary school age children and reinforce safe pedestrian behaviour.

To ensure that children up to 10 years old hold an adult's hand when crossing the road.

To help children develop the vital road-crossing skills they will need as they become mature pedestrians.

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Behaviour Code for Students

NSW public schools are committed to providing safe, supportive and responsive learning environments for everyone. We teach and model the behaviours we value in our students.

In NSW public schools students are expected to:

Respect other students, their teachers and school staff and community members

Follow school and class rules and follow the directions of their teachers

Strive for the highest standards in learning

Respect all members of the school community and show courtesy to all students, teachers and community members

Resolve conflict respectfully, calmly and fairly

Comply with the school's uniform policy or dress code

Attend school every day (unless legally excused)

Respect all property

Not be violent or bring weapons, illegal drugs, alcohol or tobacco into our schools

Not bully, harass, intimidate or discriminate against anyone in our schools Schools take strong action in response to behaviour that is detrimental to self or others or to the achievement of high quality teaching and learning.

Behaviour Code for Students: Actions

Promoting the learning, wellbeing and safety of all students in NSW Public Schools is a high priority for the Department of Education and Communities.

We implement teaching and learning approaches to support the development of skills needed by students to meet our high standards for respectful, safe and engaged behaviour.

Respect

Treat one another with dignity

Speak and behave courteously

Cooperate with others

Develop positive and respectful relationships and think about the effect on relationships before acting

Value the interests, ability and culture of others

Dress appropriately by complying with the school uniform or dress code

Take care with property

Safety

Model and follow departmental, school and/or class codes of behaviour and conduct

Negotiate and resolve conflict with empathy

Take personal responsibility for behaviour and actions

Care for self and others

Avoid dangerous behaviour and encourage others to avoid dangerous behaviour

Engagement

Attend school every day (unless legally excused)

Arrive at school and class on time

Be prepared for every lesson

Actively participate in learning

Aspire and strive to achieve the highest standards of learning The principal and school staff, using their professional judgment, are best placed to maintain discipline and provide safe,

supportive and responsive learning environments. The department provides a policy framework and resources such as Legal

Issues Bulletins, access to specialist advice, and professional learning to guide principals and their staff in exercising their

professional judgment. In this context the NSW Government and the Department of Education and Communities will back the

authority and judgment of principals and school staff at the local level.