CLAIRGATE CHRONICLE · support for the video trailer from Mason, Gemma and Sean. Congratulations to you all, you had some interesting and pertinent points to raise about these books.

CLAIRGATE CHRONICLE

Colorado Drive, St Clair NSW 2759 P: 9670 1408 F: 9670 1409 E: [email protected]

Care, Excellence, Innovation, Opportunity

in a positive, dynamic environment

Term 3, Week 4 Wednesday 15th August, 2018

\Once again Clairgate has shown how we shine with

all our extra activities - our students, teachers and

community truly are outstanding…read on…

Supporting our Sister School in the country –

Tullibigeal Central School

We will be sending special Kindness Kits for Kids to

each student at Tullibigeal Central School in a few

weeks time. This will support the children at this

school as they are also suffering the effects of the

drought. Mrs McInally will send out more information

shortly.

Book Forum

Last week I had the pleasure of going to James

Erskine Public School for the Annual STEPS Book

Forum. This was an excellent forum with 2 students

from each of the 7 STEPS schools discussing the 6

finalist books for the title “Picture Book of the Year”.

Our panellists were Layla and Leilani, with back up

support for the video trailer from Mason, Gemma and

Sean. Congratulations to you all, you had some

interesting and pertinent points to raise about these

books.

Our Fabulous Open Day and Book Parade

Thank you to everyone who came today and celebrated

Public Education with us! It was a great day – starting

with the beautiful Junior Choir led by Miss Barnett.

The children sang so well – I was very impressed. Our

next performance was the lovely Senior Choir – well

done to the children and Ms Soo Kee. We then had

Open Classrooms for parents, family and friends to

see what the children had been studying. Next was

recess - with amazing cakes and treats donated by

parents and the P&C. Thank you to all our wonderful

helpers at Morning Tea.

Then … THE BOOK PARADE! What a joyful time

this was – all our children looked terrific. The Book

Character costumes were wonderful – some indeed

were very intricate. Thank you to all those great

Term 3 - Important Dates

to Remember

TERM 3 2018

Thurs 30th Aug 3-6 Assembly 2pm 4/5M presenting

Mon 3rd Sept Blue Mountains Nepean Dance Festival Jnr & Snr Dance Matinee performance

Tues 4th Sept Blue Mountains Nepean Dance Festival Jnr & Snr Dance Twilight performance

Wed 5th Sept District Athletics Carnival

Tues 18th to Thurs 20th Sept

Clairgate On Parade

Tues 25th Sept K to 2 Athletics Carnival

Wed 26th Sept Athletics Assembly 2pm

Thurs 27th Sept Merit Assembly 2pm

Fri 28th Sept Last day of Term 3

Term 4 - Important Dates

to Remember

Mon 15th Oct School returns

15th to 19th Oct Swim School

Wed 24th Oct Yr 3 Camp Yarramundi

Thurs 25th Oct K-2 Assembly 2pm 2/3T presenting

29th to 30th Oct Yr 4 Camp Chaldercot

Thurs 1st Nov 3-6 Assembly 5/6 H Presenting

A note from the Principal

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parents who enabled their children to participate –

whether it was helping to come up with a simple idea

or helping to make a great costume – it really was a

celebration of Books, Reading and Children.

Congratulations to Mrs Robinson, Mrs Lipitz, Mrs

Thurling and Mrs McInally for their organisation –

and many thanks to our great teachers who always

share their joy with our children by dressing up.

Thank you also to all those who purchased books at

the Book Fair – I thought there was a good selection

this year. The money we raise here will help us restock

our beautiful library.

Continuing our Success on the Sporting Field

Good luck to our boys Touch Knockout Team this

Friday – you all have our best wishes and support –

great job Mr B – super coach!

Parent Survey

I am inviting parents to complete a survey about our

lovely school. I encourage you to add any extra

information, ideas or concerns at the end of the

survey. I will collate these responses and disseminate

this information to all.

Survey Link:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HR9N9L5

Please copy and paste into your browser if needed.

Staff Car Park Reminder Another car park reminder: For the safety of the

community with in the grounds, please do not use the

staff carpark to drop off and pick up your children. A

vehicle was observed doing a dangerous U turn, and

another reversing down the driveway. This car park is

for STAFF ONLY.

Have a great fortnight everyone.

Kind regards,

Mrs Michelle Lawrow

Principal - Clairgate –Caring, Creative, Kind.

very impressed with the calibre of our debaters –

well done everyone!

Important Dates to Remember Below is a list of upcoming School activities and the closing date for payment. Year 3 Camp - YMCA Camp Yarramundi - Final payment due 26th September Year 4 Camp – Chaldercot - Final payment due 20th September.

Some events throughout the year come with a payment plan attached to the note. This is a suggested plan. Except for the initial deposit (needed to secure your child’s place) you are able to make payments at anytime suitable to your circumstances. You just need to ensure that full payment has been made prior to the final payment date.

We also have the ability to put any additional money you wish to pay into an area of the system called Fees in Advance (FIA). It sits there until you tell us to apply it against an invoice. This may help with budgeting for events you know your child will be participating in throughout the year.

2019 Enrolments We are now taking Kindergarten enrolments for 2019. If you have a sibling or you know of any other child in our area that is starting Kindergarten next year, please collect an enrolment pack from the office over the coming weeks.

Making Payments When making payments to the office, we ask that you provide the following information on the envelope and remember that you can pay for multiple events in the one envelope. You can also pay for more than one student in the same envelope.

Alternatively, you can pay by POP – our Parent Online Payment system. It’s extremely easy to navigate and uses Westpac secure payment platform. You can also pay for more than one child and/or event, in a single transaction. Just ensure that each student and event is entered individually.

Clairgate on Parade COPS 2018 is fast approaching.

There will be 3 performances: Show 1 - 7pm on Tuesday, 18th September Show 2 - 7pm on Wednesday, 19th September Show 3 - Matinee – commences at 9:30am on Thursday, 20th September - all the classes will be performing.

From the Office

Clairgate On Parade 2018

Your Child/Children’s Name & Class

What you are paying for ie: Year 1Fairfield City Farm excursion.

The amount of money enclosed and if it is cash or cheque.

Clairgate On Parade 2018

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A note regarding your child’s performance night and information regarding ticket sales will be sent home soon.

Canteen The canteen is unable to change large notes as they hold a very small float. When ordering lunch orders please tender correct money if possible or smaller notes.

Change of Date

Clairgate’s annual Athletics Assembly (set down for

31st August) has been moved to Wednesday,26th

September at 2pm, the last week of this term. Place

ribbons and major trophies will be presented.

Everyone is welcome to attend!

Winter Sport Update

All Winter PSSA as well as Gymnastics has now ended

for Term 3. All Years 3-6 students will participate in

organized sport activities at school (each Friday at

12:15pm).

District Athletics Carnival

This year’s St Marys District Athletics Carnival will be

held at Blacktown Olympic Park (Eastern Creek) on

Wednesday, 5th September. Permission notes have

already been sent home to competitors. All notes

should be returned to Miss Grace ASAP!

Area Athletics Carnival

The 2018 Area (Regional) Athletics Carnival will be

held on Wednesday, 19th September at Blacktown

Olympic Park, Eastern Creek.

P & C Father’s Day Stall When: Friday 31st August 2018 How Much: Gifts are priced from $1 - $6 All students will have the opportunity to select a gift when their class visits the stall throughout the morning session. If you require your child to bring home change from the money you have given them, please send a note in with them so that we are aware.

The P & C would greatly appreciate any donations you are able to contribute to the stall.

All funds raised go directly back into the school. Thanks everyone for your support!

Paver Orders Paver orders have been extended until the end of Term 3. Please submit your orders ASAP.

Karim S 4J Zachari H 5/6H

Leighton D 4J Lucas L-B 5/6H

Zahir F 4J Mitchell P 5/6H

Willow M-B 4J Paige L 5/6H

Piper H 4J Narjes Z 5/6H

Joshua B-M 4J Ella M 5/6H

Amerie R 4J Kendrik L 5/6H

Renae K 5/6A Jake A 5/6H

Abigail C 5/6A Bethany R 4G

Riccardo C 5/6A Jessica L 4G

Charlie B 5/6A Noah G 4G

Krystal T 5/6A Alexander P

4G

Christian M 5/6A Jonas S-J 4G

Jye K 5/6A Violet T 4G

Jessey B 5/6A Tiana B 4G

Sports Report

Clairgate On Parade 2018

Assembly Awards

P & C News

Dear Clairgate Community, We’re excited to commence our Paver Fundraiser. This is a great way to leave your mark on Clairgate Public School and make a donation at the same time. There are 2 styles to choose from, the details are listed below and there is a sample in the office for you to look at. Please pass on the word to anyone who you think might be interested, past students, families, staff or even community members are welcome to participate in the venture. Orders are extended until September 28TH 2018 Thank you. Clairgate Public School P&C

Contact Name Phone

( ) Street

City State Post Code

Amount $

Clairgate Public School - P & C Fundraiser

COMBINED SINGLE NAME PAVER & HAND DRAWN

TEMPLATE

ORDERS DUE – June 15th 2018

Please copy and pass on to any friends & family. WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT! © 2017 Signature Engraving - www.signature-engraving.com.au v2.0

Offer 1 Offer 2

For engraving details please complete the form on the reverse.

OFFER 1: $40 INDIVIDUAL PAVER

Your donation of ${Amount} or more entitles you to have your name engraved into a paver as a lasting record of your valued support. The paver will be permanently installed at

Clairgate Public School proudly showing yourdonation

Size: 230 x 115 x 40mm

Please print clearly in CAPITAL letters. Each box represents a character (letter, number, punctuation mark or space). Max 16 characters per line, three lines per paver. See over the page for Hand Drawn Paver template.

OFFER 2: $45 HAND DRAW PAVER

Your donation of $45 entitles you to have your name engraved into a paver as a lasting record of your valued support. The paver will be permanently installed in

Clairgate Public School proudly showing yourdonation Size: 230 x 115 x 40mm See page 2 for hand drawn template.

LINE 1

LINE 2

LINE 3

Simply fill out this form and return along with full payment by cheque, cash or money order to: Clairgate Public School P & C Colorado Drive, St Clair NSW, 2759

NAME

PA

VER

ENGRAVING DETAILS

HAND DRAWN TEMPLATE

100mm high x 190mm wide

SAMPLE 1 SAMPLE 2 SAMPLE 3

THIS IS OK • Good clean writing • Simple illustrations

THIS IS NOT OK • Too many names

• Illustrations to detailed • Information gets lost

THIS IS NOT OK • Do not include computer-generated

or pasted pictures • The process is set up to engrave

hand drawn images only

PLEASE FOLLOW THESE SIMPLE STEPS WHEN CREATING YOUR IMAGE. 1. ONE NAME PER PAVER.

2. Draw your image using a good quality medium thickness black marker pen (about 2mm thick). eg Artline 70 ‘High Performance’ marker. Do not use a ballpoint pen, coloured texta or pencils!

3. Make sure you rub out any pencil lines as these will show up on the finished paver. 4. Do not include computer-generated or pasted pictures. The hand drawn image engraving process is set up to engrave hand drawn images only.

Administrator note: Please photocopy this page for your records, cut out the drawing below and send the ORIGINAL to Signature Engraving.

PHOTOCOPY THIS PAGE FOR EACH HAND DRAWN PAVER. PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR DRAWING DOES NOT TOUCH OR GO OUTSIDE OF THE BORDER