Textbooks

A friendly reminder to parents that textbook money is now due. We are not holding back student learning by holding back textbooks, all classes have been issued with grade appropriate textbooks and are currently in use.

If you have not paid for the textbooks please do so as soon as possible.
Please note these books may be paid off over several payments. The cost for the textbooks is $30.00.

Victorian Bushfires Fundraising

On Thursday 12th February our school held a special fundraising mufti day to support the terrible tragedy in Victoria.

Our students and staff donated $1006.85 which was further by our P & C who donated $500. This brought the total to $1506.85. 

Our school invited Captain Day from the Salvation Army to accept this donation at our assembly on behalf of the Corrimal East Public School Bushfire Appeal.

Thank you to all of our students, staff and parents who supported this appeal. A special thank you to Mr Vorobieff for his initiative and outstanding organization with the co-ordination of this appeal.

Clothing Pool

Clothing Pool is located at the eastern end of Block B. It is open from 8.30am – 9.00am on Monday and Thursday mornings. New and used uniforms are available for purchase.

Thank you P&C!

We are very lucky to have a strong and supportive P & C at Corrimal East Public School. Last year our P & C pledged support to the total of over $14000 to help with Technology at our school. This has included the purchase of a new server which speeds up computer access for all of our students.

All students K – 6 will be able to take full advantage of this new server as they are able to log on to new programs much quicker. The P & C have also put forward funds to help employ Mr Burke, who provides additional technology for every student in our school. Mr Burke also provides staff training so that new technologies are able to be accessed in every classroom.

Later this term and next term we plan to provide some parent in-services so that you have an understanding of the types of technology your child engages with at school.

- David Schofield

From the Principal's Desk

Dear Parents/Caregivers,
Another busy week has just concluded with several important milestones occurring which will help towards the smooth running of our school.

The Induction of our school leaders took place on Friday 13th February and all recipients of badges showed an obvious pride and were given an opportunity to share this special moment with their parents and friends.

Students who received badges included:
Daniel St G and Janai PC, our School Captains,
Tyler J and Mikayla B, our Vice-Captains,
Karmen F, Shannon N, Kieren W and Carole B, our Year 6 Councillors and;
Mikayla H, Kyle T, Mikayla S and Daniel Z, our Year 5 Councillors.
Sports House Captains also received their badges, they included:
Wirriga: Captains – Raymond H and Janai PC, Vice-Captains – Noah R and Gemma S.
Euroka: Captains – Jack M and Karmen F, Vice-Captains – Tyler R and Jarra.
Melinga: Captains – Dylan S and Chloe D, Vice-Captains – Liam J and Carole B.
Iluka: Captains – Alex S and Mikayla B, Vice-Captains – Tyler J and Keira SH.

Congratulations to each of these students and a special thank you to Mrs Natasha Gonzaga for her exemplary organization.

Library News

Welcome back to the Library for 2009. All students have now begun their weekly sessions in the Library. Each week, every class will visit the Library for borrowing and for lessons in the development of information literacy skills. 

These skills involve the ability to find, evaluate and use information and will be taught through literature, by collaborating with class teachers, through HSIE, Science and Technology units being studied in the classroom.

For borrowing of library books, we ask that all students have a library bag to protect our books as they travel between home and school. The number of books that may be borrowed is determined by the class the child is in. Kinder, Year 1 may borrow 1 book; Year 2 – 2 books, Year 3 – 3 books, Year 4 – 4 books etc.

Borrowing days are: 

Mon – 5F, 5/6G, 6P
Tues – 1B, 2B, 2R
Wed – KB, KF, K/1P, 2/3T, 3/4C, 4V

Thank you for your support.
Kim Bland – Teacher Librarian

Parking Before and After School

There have been several concerns raised after school where students have nearly been hit by motorists outside the school on Duff Parade. Please note we have been contacted by Corrimal Police and they have informed us that they will be sending out random patrols to monitor the situation. They are particularly interested in motorists who are exceeding the 40 km speed limit and people who are parking illegally.
If you do pick up your child on Duff Parade please be vigilant and watch for students who are exiting in that area.

School Uniform

At present we are experiencing variable weather conditions, one day 40 degrees, the next day 20 degrees. With these huge shifts of weather patterns please pack a jumper in your child’s bag in the event of a sudden cold snap. Likewise please ensure your child wears a hat to school every day and on particularly hot days the wearing of sun protection is encouraged.

"Tears & Tissues" - Thank you

Thank you to the large number of new parents who were able to attend our information meeting. It was great to see so many new faces who were interested to learn more about the “nuts and bolts” regarding the running of our school.

It is vital that new parents ask questions regarding routines and activities that occur at our school.

Please remember if in doubt do not hesitate to ask either your child’s teacher, the front office or myself and we will hopefully be able to allay any fears or problems you may be experiencing.
A special thank you to Sharon, Jodie, Jenny and Linda who were present to lead and co-ordinate this meeting.

Swimming Carnival Results

The school swimming carnival was held last Thursday. Well done to all students who swam in races. The winning house was Wiriga (302) followed by Iluka (294), Euroka (259) and Melinga (254).
Congratulations to the following Age Champions and Runners Up:
Junior Boy: Jeamus S RU: Lachlan T
Junior Girl: Shannon M RU: Claytyn G
11yr Boy: Curtis F  RU: Jamie L
11yr Girl: Destiny DH  RU: Amanda M
Senior Boy: Daniel SG RU: John C
Senior Girl: Carole B  RU: Mikayla KD

Thank you to Mr Privett, Mrs Robinson and Mrs Flanagan for organizing the carnival and to all the staff for their support.
Thank you also to the parents who assisted with the carnival on the day. Students who received a ribbon on Tuesday’s Swimming Presentation Assembly qualify for the Brokers Carnival on Friday 27th February, 2009 at Corrimal Pool. Information and permission notes will be distributed this week.

P&C Meeting

Last Tuesday we had our first P & C Meeting for the year and it was very well attended. Thank you to the many parents who attended on the night and I look forward to working with you in the year ahead.

The AGM will be held next month – (10th March) and there will be some vacancies that you may wish to take advantage of.

I look forward to seeing you at our next meeting.

- David Schofield.

Thank you everyone

Thank you to everyone involved in our recent “Meet the Teacher” night. It provided a great opportunity to meet your child’s teacher and receive some valuable information regarding the year ahead. Its success is also testimony to the very hard work of our staff who were all prepared and communicated in a very professional fashion. 

Communication in general is very important. To be successful we need to ensure that all members of the school community have an opportunity to have input and a strong understanding of the processes that occur at Corrimal East Public School 

A special mention to our front office staff who often have to wear many different hats in the normal working day. They have dealt with the many and varied requests that occur in a professional and amicable fashion.

- David Schofield.

House Captains

Congratulations to the following students who were elected Captains and Vice Captains for their Sports House last Friday.

BLUE

Captains: Alex S and Mikayla B

Vice Captains: Tyler J and Keira S

GOLD

Captains: Jack M and Karmen F

Vice Captains: Tyler R and Jarrah V

GREEN

Captains: Dylan S and Chloe D

Vice Captains: Liam J and Carole B

RED

Captains: Raymond H and Janai P

Vice Captains: Noah R and Gemma S

"Tea & Tissues" Morning Tea

A morning tea will be held in the hall on Wednesday 11th February for parents, grandparents and carers of Kindergarten children.

 This is an opportunity to meet other Kindergarten parents and find out more information about our school.

Tea and coffee will be provided, as well as the tissues for the tears shed as your “big” boy or girl has started school!

Scripture in 2009

Scripture is held for all students on a Thursday from 9.00am to 9.45am. Scripture lessons are provided in Catholic and Protestant (ie non-catholic) groups. 

These lessons deal with such aspects as values, caring for each other and the development of responsibilities.

The non-scripture group is for those students whose religious beliefs preclude them from attending Scripture. Schoolwork or lessons on values will be provided during this time.

School Fees

There are NO school fees at Corrimal East Public School.
However we do seek parent support for our fund-raisers which are held at regular intervals throughout the year.

Emergency Contact Forms

The Emergency Contact Forms will be distributed shortly. A separate sheet must be completed for each child. This information is our first reference point for contact with parents in case of an accident or emergency. 

It is important that the information we have is up to date and accurate. Please complete these forms as soon as you can and return them to your child’s teacher.

If this information changes during the year, don’t forget to inform the school.

Student Permisson Notes

This week we will be sending home a sheet with permission notes for events that will occur regularly throughout the year. I have put all these notes on one sheet to make it easier for parents to complete and return to school. A copy of the Computer Policy and Computer Contract is also included.

These permission notes cover:
1. Local excursions
2. Publishing Permission
3. Scripture
4. Child Protection
5. Internet User’s Agreement
6. Student’s Internet Contract

2009 Classes and Teachers

All students, K – 6 were placed in their 2008 classes last Friday. I would like to thank parents and students for assisting with the smooth transition and cooperation in this matter.

Classes and Teachers for 2009 are as follows:

KB: Mrs Brown
KF: Mrs Fuller
K/1P: Ms Pepper
1B: Mrs Butt
2R: Mrs Robinson
2B: Mrs Burns/Mrs Bland
2/3T: Mrs Taylor
3/4C: Mr Chapman
4V: Mr Vorobieff
5F: Mrs Flanagan
5/6G: Mrs Gonzaga
6P: Mr Privett

A Warm Welcome

Welcome back to the school year, it is great to see so many friendly faces and everybody looking to the new school year with enthusiasm.

A special welcome to our new Kindergarten students and their collective families. We are a proud school and we look forward to working with you to achieve the best possible learning outcomes for your children in the years ahead.

Also a special welcome to other new families who have enrolled at our school. I look forward to meeting you in person in the very near future.

Our school attempts to be very transparent in relation to communication. We have a school Website which is regularly updated, and of course , the Carooma ( our school newsletter).

Another opportunity is by attending one of our P & C meetings. They are currently held on the second Tuesday of each month.our first P & C meeting for 2009 will be held on Tuesday 10th February at 7 pm.

David Schofield.

Classroom Requirements for Years 3-6 in 2009

Dear Parents,

Below is a list of stationery that students will require when they commence classes in 2009.

All of these items should be CLEARLY LABELLED with your child’s name.
96 page A4 Homework book covered in contact (not spiral bound please)
1 Eraser
1 Ruler (not with a metal edge and no plastic, flexible ones)
1 Pencil case (medium)
1 Sharpener with container attached to catch shavings
4 HB lead pencils
4 Red, Blue, Black pens (Years 4,5 and 6 only)
4 glue sticks
1 set of coloured pencils
1 artline pen (0.4) Black
1 pair of scissors
1 display folder
3 plastic envelop folders
1 calculator
1 Geometry set (compass, protractor, set square)
1 Library bag
1 box of tissues

TEXTBOOKS for 2009
This year classes will be using three textbooks to enhance the educational programs taught at the school. The students have already commenced using these books to allow teaching programs to begin as soon as possible. The textbooks we will be using are as follows:
o Spelling Rules
o Mighty Mentals
o Milestones in Mathematics – Student Portfolio
The total of the textbooks will be $30.00

We are requesting that payment for the textbooks be paid by FRIDAY 20th FEBRUARY. Please enclose $30.00 in an envelope with our child’s name and class. If you require a payment plan it can be arranged through the front office.

Thank you for having these items prepared for the beginning of the school year.

3-6 Classroom Teachers

Raising the school leaving age

"On 28 January 2009, the Premier of New South Wales announced that from 1 January 2010, students in NSW will be required to remain at school until the end of Year 10; and after completing Year 10, students will be required to remain in some form of education, training or employment until they turn 17."

Full story here.