3 March 2022

Newsletter Articles

Principal’s Report

What a week it has been for everyone! I hope everyone has been able to manage to stay safe and dry though this incredible rain. It looks like we still have more to come this week. Safety around pick up and drop off is very important especially in the rain. Please refrain from double parking in the carpark outside the school as it is very difficult for students and parents to move through that area when the cars are blocking walkways and vision. It is better to park further away from the school and walk up with an umbrella than to try and park illegally in the carpark or outside the school.

Umbrellas and Rain jackets

Students need to stay dry during their travel to and from school and activities throughout the day. Please make sure they always have a raincoat or spray jacket in their bags that can be used during the day. Umbrellas should only be used outside the school gate by parents. Umbrellas are very dangerous when carried by young children, especially when there is a lot of children altogether. Children need to have vision when walking and often umbrellas end up with students getting poked in the eye or scratched. We encourage parents to supervise umbrellas and take them home with them after drop off.

Zone Swimming- Wednesday 2 March

Yesterday we had 40 of our best swimmers attend the Zone carnival at the Aquatic Centre. It was pleasing to hear of the incredible sportsmanship and commitment from our Manly Vale team. We’d like to thank and acknowledge all the students who represented the school this week and especially thank those students who had to fill in due to absenteeism in some of our swimmers this week. Thank you Mrs Birrell and Mrs Ward for all your organisation of the team, the ribbons and our school carnival. Results will be published in next week’s newsletter.

House Captains 2022

Congratulations to the following Year 6 students on being elected by their peers as House Captains and Vice Captains. The students below will be receiving their badges at the Friday morning assembly tomorrow. Parents of these students are welcome to attend the assembly under the 3-6 COLA at 9.00am to watch the presentation.

Class Coordinator Meeting- Thursday 10 March 2.30pm

Next week all Class Coordinators are invited to attend a short meeting before pick up in the staffroom, to talk through their roles and receive their class lists. Kristen Te Pania, Mrs Oscroft and Mrs Lee will be hosting the meeting to allow new parents to the role the opportunity to ask questions about their commitment.

The class email contact lists are being formed now from the information that has been provided to parents in class newsletters. Your name will not automatically appear on these lists as you must give permission to be included. If you haven’t already given your details to the class teacher through the google form, seesaw app etc then please do so by tomorrow Friday 4 March. An email was sent home yesterday with links to follow to allow your details to appear on these lists.

The Class Coordinator contact lists are only used for school communication from the teacher to the parents or from the P & C to communicate events and fundraising opportunities. These email lists are also used if specific information needs to be delivered to a class rather than sending a group email to all parents. The contact lists were also used during the home learning phase to communicate specific information from the class teacher.

Special Religious Education and School Ethics Education

Thank you to our volunteer parents and community members who have volunteered to teach Ethics and scripture classes on a Wednesday morning 9.00am. It is a weekly commitment for these volunteers, and we appreciate their time and effort in taking these classes.

We still do not have enough teachers to accommodate the demand for Ethics this year. Please notify the school if you would like to be trained as an Ethics teacher. This year we randomly selected students for the Ethics classes so even though you may have been in an Ethics class last year you may not be in one this year. A waitlist for Ethics has now been established for the year. Classes are capped at 22 students

Selective High School Test- Thursday 10 March

Next week 26 of our Year 6 students will sit the Selective High School Test. This test is extremely difficult and consists of 3 components. A Maths, English and General Ability test. Each test is 40 minutes long and will be administered at school in the year 6 classrooms. Thank you to Mrs Blackband for organising this test day. Good luck to all students who are sitting this examination.

P & C Meeting – Tuesday 8 March 7.00pm

Next week we will have our second P & C meeting for the year. We have welcomed a new committee and are excited to start a new year of community and fundraising events. Please email the secretary Karen Murtgatroyd manlyvaleprimaryschoolpc@gmail.com for the zoom and payment link. All members must pay a gold coin to vote on the P & C.

Student Representative Council (SRC)

Two students from each class will be elected this week to represent their class at our SRC meetings. Our SRC representatives bring ideas and suggestions for change to the meetings which are debated under the guidance of our Year 6 School Leaders. Meetings take place twice a term.

The newly elected SRC representatives will receive their badges on Friday 11 March at 9.00am. Parents of representatives are welcome to attend.

Good Luck Mrs Robertson

This week the staff farewelled Mrs Robertson officially with a morning tea. Mrs Robertson is due to have her baby around the 26 April. Mrs Robertson has been a very much-loved Kindergarten teacher and will be missed this year. We hope to see her return to Manly Vale next year. We wish her and her husband Dave all the best!

Welcome back Mrs Christian and Mrs McManus

Next week Mrs Christian will be returning 1 day a week as part of her transition back to school after her injury earlier this year. We have been lucky to have Mrs O’Grady on the class who will remain until Mrs Christian is able to attend school 5 days a week

Mrs McManus will also be returning to school next week after dealing with family issue in Scotland. Mrs McManus will take over the 5M class. Thanks Mrs Radan who has been looking after the class until Mrs McManus’ return to work. Mrs Radan and Mrs McManus will share the teaching for the first week to allow for a smooth handover and transition for 5M

Tina Lee – Principal

Year 6 High School Information Evening

We will be having our Year 6 High School Information evening on Monday 14 March, 5:30pm in the School Hall.

As restrictions are easing, this is one event that we are able to host face-to-face in the School Hall. You will still be required to QR code in. Masks will be optional and available at the sign in desk.

At this session you will be given information to assist with completing your child’s Local High School Expression of Interest form which is due by Friday 24 March.

Mrs Blackband will distribute the NSW High School Expression of Interest forms and guide you through how to fill them in.

It is important that at least one parent attends this session to complete their child’s EOI form.

Any questions please contact or email Mrs Blackband via the school office.

nicole.blackband@det.nsw.edu.au

Stage 1 Awards and Swimming Ribbons

Premier’s Reading Challenge

The 2022 Premier’s Reading Challenge launched on Monday 28th February. All students at MVPS will be encouraged and supported to complete the challenge. It’s fun, free and inspires students to read a wide variety of quality books.

Infants Students (K-2) will be completing the challenge entirely at school. Students will read 30 quality PRC books during library lessons throughout the year. They will receive a participation certificate at the end of the year.

Primary Students (3-6) wishing to complete the challenge are expected to do so independently, with support available from library staff as needed. Students need to read 20 PRC books and enter them into the PRC website by the closing date, Friday 19th August, to qualify for a certificate at the end of the year.

Reading lists and general rules can be found on the PRC website at:

Please see the information note sent home this week for further information.

Canteen News

Please remember that the canteen is only taking orders via Flexischools (no cash at the counter). You can order a full lunch, recess, drinks, snacks and ice blocks.

New Emma & Toms Smoothie flavour- Berry Bliss

We have a brand new Emma & Toms Smoothie flavour. Berry Bliss- A delicious blend of summer strawberries combined with Australian apples, bananas, blackcurrants and a twist of valencia oranges and mango to balance the flavour.

PSSA Lunch Orders

If your child is participating in PSSA sports on Fridays please remember to select the PSSA option when ordering so that we have their lunch ready for them at the earlier time. Don't forget to order any drinks, snacks or ice blocks they might want. Remember no hot foods are to be ordered.

Robyn Lambley & Becky McGowan - Canteen Managers

Dates for your Diary

Community Notices

K-6 Young Investigators before school Science Club at Manly Vale Public School

Term 1 2022 topic: SPACE! Running 7.45 – 8.45 am Tuesday mornings

For more information, contact info@eyeheartscience.com.au or 0413 186 330

Federal Election – Jobs Available

The Federal Election is due soon, and we are looking for enthusiastic people aged 18+ to join the Warringah team. Lots of Election weekend work available in your local area. No experience necessary! Just bring the lovely spirit of the Warringah community. Please see the range of casual jobs on offer and apply ASAP at:

We look forward to welcoming you!

School Information