The Grapevine
Term 4, Weeks 3.4 Edition, Volume 2022.4.3.4
The Newsletter of Glendore Public School
We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of this land.
We pay our respect to Elders past, present and future.
We recognise the strength, resilience and capacity of the Awabakal People.
We celebrate with and respect members of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Nations.
Where Everyone Can Succeed
Another amazing fortnight at Glendore with excellent result in Performing Arts, Sport and Education.
- Thank you to our amazing Glendore community who have raised over $7000 for playground and wellbeing equipment through colour run sponsorship.
- Visitors are welcome on site to enjoy the colour run next Friday from 1.40pm
- Congratulations to our fantastic Junior Theatre group who won an award for Outstanding Achievement in Dance last weekend.
- Congratulations to our 5 superstar athletes who achieved amazing results at State Athletics in the Junior Girls Relay, Junior Girls 800m, 1500m. Admire, Isla, Savannah and Caitlin placing 5th in the state for relay. Kaylee placing 8th in 800m and 9th in the 1500m. Caitlin placing 19th in the 1500m.
- Well done to our Year 3 Touch Footy Teams who played really well in the wet conditions.
- Party day School Bytes notes have been sent home. Please remember to sign consent and pay in the one transaction.
- I would like to thank the 363 students who are attending swim school weekly for their outstanding behaviour both on the bus and at the pool.
- A reminder we are running a food drive for Canopy to support local families.
- It has been amazing meeting all of the Glendore Fledging’s who will start at Kindergarten next year.
- We are very excited to have parents and carers attend our Celebration Day for the first time since COVID. All students will receive a personal award from their classroom teacher. Other book award prizes will also be presented on the day as well as our 2023 Ministers will be announced.
- Kinder- Monday 12th December at 9:00am.
- Year 1- Tuesday 13th December at 9:00am.
- Year 2- Tuesday 13th December at 11:45am.
- Stage 3- Wednesday 14th December at 9:00am.
- Stage 2- Wednesday 14th December at 11:45am.
2023 K-6 Enrolments
We are currently accepting in-zone enrolments for students in Years 1-6 for 2023. Please call 49556644 if you have any questions about enrolling your child at Glendore Public School or would like to organise a school tour.
Check out what we offer at Glendore -
https://glendore-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
View our good news stories on our Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/GlendorePSofficial
Complete your online enrolment for Glendore here -
Yours in Education,
Erin Lewis
Deputy Principal (Rel.)
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR STATE ATHLETICS STARS!
- We had 5 superstar athletes competing at State Athletics in Sydney in Week 2 of this term.
- Junior Girls relay team with Admire, Isla, Savannah and Caitlin came 5th overall in the finals.
- Kaylee came 8th overall in the Junior Girls 800m and 9th in the Junior Girls 1500m
- Caitlin came 19th in the Junior Girls 1500m.
- We are so proud of their achievements! We were all cheering you on back at school, watching on the big screen!
Our amazing students won an award for Outstanding Achievement in Dance!
- On Friday 28th and Saturday 29th of October the Glendore PS Junior Theatre Ensemble attended The Junior Theatre Festival Australia at Newcastle’s Civic Theatre.
- 65 students and 7 staff members participated and had an experience they’ll never forget. The students performed a 10-minute cut down version of the ‘The Lion King Jr’. They did a fantastic job and received feedback from industry professionals following their performance.
- In addition to performing the students got to view pilot musicals and attend 3 student workshops led by industry professionals. We had a pizza party in the park for dinner on Saturday night and we finished it all off with a disco party!
- To top it all off our amazing students won an award for Outstanding Achievement in Dance!
Check out our schedule below:
FRIDAY 28th October 2022
- 4:45pm: Sign in! Students and Teachers arrive at the Newcastle Civic Theatre and meet at Wheeler Place.
- 5:00pm: Festival Kick-Off!
- 5:10pm - 6:15pm 9 to 5 JR. Pilot Presentation
- 6:25pm - 7:10pm Tech Olympic Heats
- 7:20pm - 8:30pm Beetlejuice JR. Pilot Presentation
- 8:30pm - Day ends! Students collected by parents/caregivers from Wheeler Place.
SATURDAY 29th October 2022
- 8:30am: Theatre Opens Students and Teachers arrive at the Newcastle Civic Theatre and meet in Wheeler Place.
- 9:00am: Welcome JTF Kick-Off!
- 9:30am: Adjudications - viewing and performing
- 10:50am: Snack Break
- 11:10am: Adjudications - viewing and performing
- 12:10pm: Lunch (packed lunch from home)
- 1:20pm: Pathways
- 2:00pm: Student Workshop 1 (vocal)
- 3:00pm: Student Workshop 2 (dance)
- 4:00pm: Student Workshop 3 (acting)
- 4:45pm: Dinner Break (pizza order)
- 5:20pm: Back in the Civic Theatre
- 5:40pm: Broadway JR. Sing That Song
- 6:10pm: Break
- 7:30pm: Awards Ceremony + New Works Showcase + Tech Olympics Grand Final
- 7:30pm: JTF Dance Party
- 9:00pm: Day ends! Students collected by parents/caregivers from Wheeler Place.
A huge thank you to the students and staff for all their hard work and to the all the families of our students who helped to transport students to and from the rehearsals and the festival.
We can’t wait for next year!
- The P & C will be holding second hand uniform stalls from 2.00pm to 2.45pm on the Commons on the following dates;
- Monday 7th November.
- Tuesday 15th November.
- Gold coin donation.
- This week we introduced a ‘Purple Car Prize’ draw. Students who consistently display our Open Road values and reach Purple Car will receive a special ticket to our weekly prize draw, which is drawn on Mondays.
- There’s a special winner from every stage! Prizes include handballs and canteen treats!
- Our Open Road Value for week 3 and 4 is ‘Listening’.
- On Friday 11th November, we will be holding our Colour Run Fundraiser.
- Please remember to wear a white shirt and bring a towel
- Parents are welcome and invited to sit on the silver seats and watch the event. The front gate will open at 1:40pm for a 1:45pm start.
- Thank you to all our families for all your fundraising efforts.
- We raised over $7000 for our school!
- The winning class and winning students will be announced very soon.
- Exciting news... A fantastic Cook Book is currently being produced by Year 6 students and staff. All students in Year 6 have been busy providing delicious recipes to contribute towards this Fundraiser.
- The Cook Book is being produced by 6T with the support of Mrs Tomeski and Miss Lawrence.
- Cook Books will be available for order via SchoolBytes very soon. An ideal Christmas gift for extended family members.
- Money raised will go towards an outdoor sound system to be used for school community events.
- Thanks, in anticipation of your ongoing support!
What are selective high schools?
- Selective high schools are specifically designed to provide optimal learning conditions that will make a difference in supporting the development of academic talent and the wellbeing of high potential and gifted students.
- These schools help students learn by grouping them with students of similar ability and by using specialised evidence-based teaching methods to allow students to move through curricula at a faster pace and explore concepts in greater depth and with greater complexity.
- Research demonstrates that, in addition to providing academic benefits, grouping high potential and gifted students together is also good for students’ emotional wellbeing. Most students in selective high schools report higher levels of satisfaction from learning with, and being friends with, like-minded students.
- https://education.nsw.gov.au/public-schools/selective-high-schools-and-opportunity-classes/year-7/what-are-selective-high-schools
- Please see below information needed for parents and caregivers who are considering a selective high school for their student (currently in Year 5)
- Key dates:
- Applications for Year 7 entry to selective high schools in 2024 open on 18 October 2022 and close on 16 November 2022 at https://education.nsw.gov.au/public-schools/selective-high-schools-and-opportunity-classes/year-7
- All candidates are required to sit the Selective High school Placement Test to be held on Thursday 4 May 2023. The test date has been moved to May to avoid a clash with NAPLAN testing.
Important Dates:
- Procedure:
- Glendore Public School’s Year 5 students may nominate in Term 4, Weeks 2 and 3 to stand for election as a Prime Minister/Ministers.
- Nominations should be seconded by another Year 5 student, Stage 3 Assistant Principal and the nominee’s Class Teacher.
- Students should complete and return the Student Nomination Form, endorsed and agreed to by their Parents/Caregivers to the front office, by 9:00am on Friday , 28th October, 2022 (Term 4, Week 3).
Students who meet the criteria for Prime Ministers and Ministers are able to nominate. Students and their Parents/Caregivers will be advised in advance if this privilege will not be extended. This will most likely occur in the context of wellbeing and or disciplinary meetings over the year.
Procedures for selection:
- The processes to be explained to all students by Stage 3 staff. Parents/Caregivers to be notified of the process through school communication in Semester Two, 2022.
- Students prepare a 1-2 minute speech at home to present to Years 2-5 students and staff. Students are encouraged to practice their speech at home.
- Students present an election speech at a student and staff only on Thursday, Week 5 (10th November 2022).
- This week our Glendore Fledglings have enjoyed their 2nd orientation session. It has been nice to see the students making new friends and starting to feel comfortable in our school space.
- Orientation sessions will continue in Weeks 6 & 8.
- Years 1-4 are really enjoying swim school lessons. Make sure you don’t forget to pack your towel and googles.
- We look forward to watching the students' progress throughout the Term.
- The EOI for the school swimming carnival will close on Monday 7th November.
- Your child must be turning 8 years or above in 2023 and be able to confidently swim in 50m events to attend.
- This is a competitive carnival for zone selection.
- Permissions notes will be sent via school bytes next week.
GRADUATION
- CU graduation will be at The Great Hall, at the University of Newcastle, Callaghan campus on Wednesday 23 November 2022, 3:00pm - 6:15pm.
- Students will travel to the university by private bus from school. At the conclusion of the ceremony at approximately 6.15pm, students will be signed out and collected by parents/caregivers.
- Full school uniform to be worn.
- All relevant information for the graduation is available on the permission note sent out via School Bytes. Permission for the graduation is due Friday 11 November 2022.
- Stage Two and Stage Three students will participate in an Online Safety session run by the Police Youth Liaison Officer.
- There will be two separate sessions, one for Stage Two and one for Stage Three.
- The sessions will run in the Hall on Wednesday, 23 November 2022 and there will be no cost.
- Please contact Ms McConachy if you would like any further information.
- Kindergarten, Year 1 and Year 2 had a wonderful time at the the Hunter Water Show – Let's Love Water!
- Students learned about many ways to save water and had fun joining in the show.
- With the end of year celebrations and Christmas not far away, Glendore Public School is participating in the non perishable food drive for Maryland Neighbourhood Centre, The Canopy. It would be fantastic if all families could place non perishable food items in the collection box at the front office between 31 October to 11 November.
- The food collected helps supply emergency food to families that are in desperate need in the area.
- Food distribution is done entirely by volunteers and they do not get any funding therefore rely on efforts of the public to help them meet an ever growing demand.
- Many thanks for your support!
- On Friday 28th October, students at Glendore participated in ‘A Day for Daniel’.
- Classes participated in additional safety lessons and had discussions on how to be safe at school, home, travelling and in public spaces.
- On Thursday 27th October students in stage 3 at Glendore Public School participated in a fun filled day of STEM activities.
- A variety of lessons were undertaken ranging from, building and design workshops, green screen movie making, Coding utilising our T4L STEM share kits of microbits and LEGO Spike Prime.
- For many students this was their first experience of coding with everyone giving it their best go.
- Glendore PS celebrated World Teachers’ Day on 28th October 2022. We are so fortunate to have such wonderful, committed teachers at Glendore PS.
- Our teachers have shown great resilience during challenging times, all so they can give our students the best future possible and a learning environment where everyone can succeed.
- Thank you for all that you do!
KC - Tamim, Zachary, Otis, Indianna
KD - Suad, Mia, Boston, Billy
KJ - Elouise, Chloe, Axl, Yusuf
KP - Elliot, Eli, Ayesha, Verona
1L - Madeleine, James, Zoey, Piper
1M - Olivia, Qusai, Eliza, Blake
1O - Keziah, Nixon, Zoe, Ceila-Rose
1P - Lavanni, Neveah, Clara, Harley
1R - Heath, Dhiya, Abby, Isabelle
2M - Yoseph, Zoe, Ghaith, Leen
2E - Olivia, Mase, Carter, Wyatt
2S - Hadis, Lilah, Rhys, Ayla
2B - Paige, Amelia, Dakota, Amelia-Jean
3A - Jake, Flynn, Evie, Logan
3K - Lilly, Charlie, Hamad, Ivy
3N - Brittany, Sham, Hala, Liam
4G - Rubine, Lucy, Kenzie, Jordan
4N - Ahmed, Zachary, Alana, Noah
4M - Abby, Taraf, Oliver, Kaleb
4S - Alex, Layla, Leo, Sophie
5A - Hailee, Callum, Grace, Blake
5B - Braxton, Zainab, Andre, Melam
5M - Willow, Ananta, Labibah, Caitlin
6G - Luca, Preston, Dev, Harry
6L - Kaylee, Adian, Harrison, Kelsey
6T - Isabelle, Lucinda, Liam, Ellivia
Thanks in advance for understanding!
Thanks in advance for understanding!
- If your child is turning 5 on or before July 31, 2023 and you are interested in a possible Kindergarten enrolment, please complete an enrolment form and contact the office for a Pre- Enrolment interview.
- We hope the following information explains the enrolment process and outlines important details for Kindergarten Transition at Glendore Public School, a school whose vision is: "Where Everyone Can Succeed".
- Documentation Required:
- The following documentation is required to finalise enrolment and also explained in detail on our Kindergarten 2023 Enrolment Checklist. Please ensure all documentation is included in your enrolment application prior to submitting it to the school office.
- Application to Enrol -online https://enrol.education.nsw.gov.au or see below to download printable version.
- Proof of Residential Address (see 100pts supporting documentation requirements on Kindergarten Enrolment Checklist.)
- Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) Immunisation History Statement
- Birth Certificate
- Copies of any Family Law or other relevant court orders (if applicable)
- Copies of medical/healthcare or emergency action plans (if applicable)
- Evidence of disability or other support needs, including any learning and support plans.
- Ice Blocks are back at Glendore!
- For this to happen we need Volunteers 1.15-2.15 every FRIDAY.
- Ice Blocks will be sold from the Canteen Friday at Recess time on Fridays for the remainder of the year, if we get Volunteers.
- To Volunteer please contact Jennifer our Canteen Supervisor, via the school office.
- Many thanks to our P&C volunteers who invoice and pack our uniforms for our families.
- Unfortunately, they do not have a physical shop for the collection of uniforms. Please disregard the due date on your invoice and allow 21 days for delivery from the supplier should items not be in stock at time of ordering.
- The orders will be filled by our P&C volunteers on a regular basis and items delivered to your child's classroom.
- When students wear a school uniform, they feel included in our school community.
- Students, teachers, parents and carers, as well as members of our local community helped develop our school uniform to make sure it:
- meets the requirements of occupational health and safety, anti-discrimination and equal opportunity legislation.
- includes items that are affordable, comfortable and -made from easy-care and easy-wear fabrics.
- is appropriate for the full range of school activities.
- is suitable for all body shapes.
- Please be mindful of parking signs, the rules of the drop off zone and respect for of our local residences when parking around the school.
- Police have been notified by community members of cars parking across driveways and in the Glendore Childcare Centre car park, as well as concerns from the drop off zone.
- Unfortunately fines have been issued.
- Most schools experience heavy traffic congestion at school drop off and pick up times.
- However, it is still the responsibility of all parents and carers to ensure they follow the road rules around Glendore Public School.
- Parking restrictions are in place around Glendore Public School to assist in the management of drop off and pick up of your children, and to increase all students’ safety.
- Always ensure your child enters and exits the car using the rear passenger door on the footpath side.
- If your child/children are involved in a very special event eg: State Touch football or receive bronze in Nationals etc then we would love to know.
- Please email glendore-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au some photos and 100 words explaining why your child is a superstar and we will publish articles throughout the term.
- Newcastle Jets are excited to offer their Kids Go Free offer again this season! All kids 12 and under can get in free to all Newcastle Jets home games – that all the A-League Men’s home games as well as the A-League Women’s home matches.
- Show your support and take advantage of this deal with either a game day ticket or season membership – the offer can be used in both!
- Visit https://bit.ly/3U28aas for more details. TS and Cs apply
Information located on our online sites should assist.
If not, please contact the school office to make a time to:
- a) Talk to your child's classroom or support teacher if education related, or
- b) Talk to our Office team if related to school administration, or
- c) Email the P&C if it is a Uniform-related item. When you do reach out, please leave some information as to the nature of your inquiry as this will better enable us to support you;
- If you cannot resolve your query at this level, please reach out via our office to make contact with one of the School Executive. This includes your child's Assistant Principal or possibly our School Administration Manager.
- If you are unable to resolve your queries or concerns at this stage, you may wish to contact our Deputy Principal and in some cases, e.g. Canteen, our Business Manager.
- Should you need further support and have been unable to move to a resolution, please reach out via our School Office to make time to connect with the School Principal.