This week: Reports Attendance Teacher quality Reporting in Semester 1 2013 Teachers will continue to report against syllabus outcomes using an A – E reporting scale in Mathematics but will provide specific information about numeracy or Mathematics achievement against the clusters on the respective continuum on a separate report instead of a comment on the report form. Please view the numeracy continuum here: http://numeracycontinuum.com/ Teachers in K – 2 have been effectively using the numeracy continuum as part of the Best Start initiative for a number of years at Kincumber PS. Teachers in Years 3 – 6 will be reporting using the Mathematics continuum. Please view the Maths continuum here: http://www.curriculumsupport.education.nsw.gov.au/primary/ mathematics/assets/pdf/continuum/k_10_continuum.pdf As a result, the comments section of English and Maths will contain the notation “Please refer to the provided continuum” instead of the usual comment. Also included in this semester’s report is a section that indicates information about the current individualised learning plans for your child. The literacy and numeracy and Maths continuums are about four pages each and along with the actual report, the plastic sleeve of information you will receive on the last day of term will be quite large. If your child will not be at school on this day and you would like the report mailed to you, please provide a stamped, self-addressed A4 sized envelope by 26 June to the office. Attendance Regular attendance at school is essential if students are to maximise their potential. International research demonstrates a strong correlation between student learning, attendance at school and improved life outcomes. Students who attend school regularly are more likely to achieve educational success, and increase their career and life options. Parents are legally responsible for the regular attendance of their children. As part of my legal obligations, I have a responsibility to accept or not accept a parent’s explanation for their child’s absences and I may request further information, including medical certificates, from parents for long or frequent absences, even when explained as being due to illness. I periodically review attendance records and when a child’s attendance rate falls below 85%, I refer children to the school’s Learning Support Team whose recommendations may include referral to more senior officers in the department or other authorities. Please provide an explanation, either in writing on the green forms we provide for this purpose, or by phone within two days of an absence and aim to have your children at school, on time, most of the time. Teacher quality I must be the luckiest principal in the world to have such committed and wonderful teaching staff! This year as part of our school plan, we have been implementing strategies to better individualise instruction and differentiate according to student need. This is really just a fancy way of saying that we are trying really hard to teach your child exactly what they need and support them better. I have asked teachers to learn many new things, make many changes to their teaching practice, program differently and this has increased their workload considerably. They may have complained quietly to themselves, just a little, but everyone has had a red hot go and produced some brilliant results. Despite significant restructuring and many changes to the Department of Education and Communities over the last twelve months, teachers at Kincumber Public School have maintained a very strong focus on continuous improvement in their classrooms. I could not be prouder or more impressed with them. There are some amazing things happening in your local public school! Hope you had a great week at our great school. Trish Peters Principal K/1E Hargun Chhina 1L Megan Jackson 2C Finlay Calder 3K Kaya Ardita KP Olivia Kilby 1G Cooper Uzelac 2E Harrison Giuliani 3H Libby Montgomery KW Grayce Brookes 1K Jasmine Spiros 2K Sarah Groom 3S Chelsea Smith 1N Lucy Barry 2L Hannah Lyttle 3W Jordana Booth Star of Week 5 2L - Jye Erickson 1T Rory Kearns Library Jack Behrens Calendar Monday June 17 Central Coast Dance Festival Performance by Year 1, Show A My School Monday June 17 Stage 1 Excursion, Products and Services - visit Coles Supermarket Monday June 24 P&C Meeting 7.00pm, please come along and support your school. Please note change of date from 17th to 24th due to Central Coast Dance Festival. Wednesday June 26 Central Coast Dance Festival Performance by Stage 3, Show F Spiritus P & C meet the third Monday of every month, 7.00pm - President P&C: John Milne Avoca Drive, Kincumber 02 4369 1544 www.kincumber-p.schools.nsw.edu.au Email: [email protected]June 13, 2013
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This week:
Reports Attendance
Teacher quality Reporting in Semester 1 2013
Teachers will continue to report against syllabus outcomes using an A – E reporting scale in Mathematics but will provide specific
information about numeracy or Mathematics achievement against the clusters on the respective continuum on a separate report
instead of a comment on the report form. Please view the numeracy continuum here: http://numeracycontinuum.com/
Teachers in K – 2 have been effectively using the numeracy continuum as part of the Best Start initiative for a number of years
at Kincumber PS. Teachers in Years 3 – 6 will be reporting using the Mathematics continuum. Please view the Maths continuum here:
As a result, the comments section of English and Maths will contain the notation “Please refer to the provided continuum” instead of
the usual comment. Also included in this semester’s report is a section that indicates information about the current individualised
learning plans for your child. The literacy and numeracy and Maths continuums are about four
pages each and along with the actual report, the plastic sleeve of information you will receive on the last day of term will be quite
large. If your child will not be at school on this day and you would like the report mailed to you, please provide a stamped, self-addressed A4 sized envelope by 26 June to the office.
Attendance Regular attendance at school is essential if students are to
maximise their potential. International research demonstrates a strong correlation between student learning, attendance at school and improved life outcomes. Students who attend school regularly
are more likely to achieve educational success, and increase their career and life options.
Parents are legally responsible for the regular attendance of their children. As part of my legal obligations, I have a responsibility to
accept or not accept a parent’s explanation for their child’s absences and I may request further information, including medical
certificates, from parents for long or frequent absences, even when explained as being due to illness.
I periodically review attendance records and when a child’s attendance rate falls below 85%, I refer children to the school’s
Learning Support Team whose recommendations may include referral to more senior officers in the department or other authorities. Please provide an explanation, either in writing on the
green forms we provide for this purpose, or by phone within two days of an absence and aim to have your children at school, on
time, most of the time. Teacher quality
I must be the luckiest principal in the world to have such committed and wonderful teaching staff! This year as part of our
school plan, we have been implementing strategies to better individualise instruction and differentiate according to student need. This is really just a fancy way of saying that we are trying
really hard to teach your child exactly what they need and support them better.
I have asked teachers to learn many new things, make many
changes to their teaching practice, program differently and this has increased their workload considerably. They may have complained quietly to themselves, just a little, but everyone has
had a red hot go and produced some brilliant results.
Despite significant restructuring and many changes to the Department of Education and Communities over the last twelve months, teachers at Kincumber Public School have maintained a
very strong focus on continuous improvement in their classrooms.
I could not be prouder or more impressed with them. There are some amazing things happening in your local public school!
Hope you had a great week at our great school. Trish Peters
Principal
K/1E Hargun Chhina 1L Megan Jackson 2C Finlay Calder 3K Kaya Ardita
KP Olivia Kilby 1G Cooper Uzelac 2E Harrison Giuliani 3H Libby Montgomery
KW Grayce Brookes 1K Jasmine Spiros 2K Sarah Groom 3S Chelsea Smith
1N Lucy Barry 2L Hannah Lyttle 3W Jordana Booth Star of Week 5
2L - Jye Erickson 1T Rory Kearns Library Jack Behrens
Calendar
Monday June 17 Central Coast Dance Festival Performance by Year 1, Show A My School
Monday June 17 Stage 1 Excursion, Products and Services - visit Coles Supermarket
Monday June 24
P&C Meeting 7.00pm, please come along and support your school. Please note change of date from 17th to 24th due to Central Coast Dance Festival.
Wednesday June 26 Central Coast Dance Festival Performance by Stage 3, Show F Spiritus
P & C meet the third Monday of every month, 7.00pm - President P&C: John Milne
U N I F O R M S H O P H O U R SU N I F O R M S H O P H O U R SU N I F O R M S H O P H O U R S
TUESDAY 8.30am to 9.30am
WEDNESDAY 2.00pm to 3.00pm
THURSDAY 8.30am to 9.30am
Don’t forget to use our online ordering, a great way to order your children’s recess and lunch.
Fleximeals on line: www.fleximeals.com.au If you would like information on how Fleximeals works please call
Linda the school’s canteen manager.
Monday June 17 Aimee
Tuesday June 18 Maria
Wednesday June 19 Wendy
Thursday June 20 Need help
Friday June 21 Jo
Stewart House
‘Bouncy Balls’ are still available, they can be purchased from the school canteen at a cost of $3.00, purchase a
ball and receive a bonus transfer. Proceeds from sales support Stewart House Programs for students in need
from across NSW and the ACT.
Thank you again for your support.
On the Beach - Opposite the Surf Club
(Next to the Cafe)
Present this voucher and BUY 1 FISH AND CHIPS AND
GET A KIDS FISH AND CHIPS FOR $1
valid Monday to Friday ... open till 8pm ...7 days a week
OFFER EXPIRES SEPTEMBER 30, 2013
KINCUMBER UNITING CHURCH
Want to be part of a Mother ‘n’ Toddler group?
Children playing, socialising, sharing and learning.
Mothers sharing stories, joys, worries and support.
We have an excellent facility across the road from Kincumber Public school at Kincumber Uniting church:
well kitted out and waiting for you.
Various times available to suit you with everything you
need: outdoor play area, indoor play room, quiet room, with kitchen and toilet facilities.
A great opportunity to get together in a safe environ-
ment. For further information contact
Sheila Craig on 4369 5939
HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES
NSW OFFICE OF COMMUNITIES
SPORT AND RECREATION
Activities include;
AFL (Auskick) Cares Bicycle Safety with NSW Police
Circus Skills Circus Aerial Workshop
Horseriding—Saddleclub Kids Multi-Sports
Tennis Trampoline for beginners
Trampolining for kids with a disability
For more information please contact 131302 or
visit www.dsr.nsw.gov.au
Rajdhani Indian Restaurant
Winner 1996-2006 NSW Winner 1998
NSW Finalist 1999-2000 National 2002 and 2005 Regional Award 2009
Shop 9, 37/41 Avoca Drive
KINCUMBER 2251
(Next to Australia Post)
Phone: 4369 1277
Take-away: 4369 1256
Learn VIOLIN in school hours at Kincumber Public School with
EVA WEIERMANN accredited teacher (Central Coast Conservatorium) MTA
Students are professionally prepared for
AMEB EXAMS
fetes, school and Opera House performances
5 years to 12 years
Violins available for hire
Private lessons also taught at Copacabana
All ages and standards.
Phone: 4382 2194 or 0401 523 255
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