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Our final PBEL Assembly for the year was held this week with many students receiving a PBEL badge for earning 3 Willoughby Way Awards. We were also able to award some PBEL Banners to students who had earned their 5th PBEL badge. Three Year 6 students also received their second banner, a huge achievement!
Jessica from Year 5 sang the National Anthem accompanied by Leon on piano.
We were again able to livestream the assembly to the learning spaces across the school where all students could watch and celebrate our new badge and banner recipients. Thanks to Emily Wong for her magic behind the camera.
Some students from Year 2 entertained us with an instrumental performance of Dinosaur and some Year 6 students performed an instrumental dance to Sereye Eeye, a traditional Torres Strait Island song.
A link to the PBEL assembly recording will be sent to families of students who received a badge or banner early next week, once it is edited and uploaded.
We look forward to being able to hold these PBEL assemblies next year with parents able to watch from the audience.
Borrowing finished today and we would like to remind students and families that all books need to be returned to the Library ASAP so that we can stocktake and prepare the Library for the new school year.
It’s easy to get a step ahead in this process with your children, by making sure that any books you still have at home from the holidays or from last term are returned now.
James Thorn & Debbie de Silva - Teacher Librarians
A word from our P&C President…
Beneath all the craziness of 2020, it’s been inspiring to see how well the kids, parents, school and P&C have adapted to such unprecedented challenges. I’m sure you’ll join me in a communal applause for making it through the year and hoping for a slightly more boring 2021... Don’t forget to give yourself a pat on the back as well.
The P&C is raring to go next year to continue the amazing work so far and embark on some exciting new projects.
Whatever you’re doing during the holidays, on behalf of the P&C I wish you a safe, happy and rewarding time with your family, friends and loved ones.
Daniel
Please feel free to contact me at: president@wpspandc.com.au
A message from our Past Presidents
One last message from us to wish you and your family a safe and happy summer, filled with joy and fun.
We’ve really enjoyed our time as P&C Co-Presidents and hope through P&C initiatives we’ve been able help to keep our community tightknit and caring.
We’re extremely proud of the initiatives we have been able to bring to WPS over the past 2 years, and know we are leaving the P&C in the safe hands of new President Daniel Barber and the P&C executive, who will continue to bring the community together and benefit children at WPS.
We look forward to seeing you at the fabulous P&C events now being planned for our enjoyment in 2021.
Happy Christmas to you all. We will enjoy the fireworks seeing 2020 off, and welcoming in a bright and shiny new year!
Stay safe
Jenni and Tanya
MAKE YOUR MARK AT WPS – Our new fundraising project
We’re bringing back the chance to buy your very own Willoughby Public School commemorative paver!
Students and staff, past and present, are invited to purchase a personalised paver. They’ll sit alongside the existing pavers in the Rose Garden, to record your place in WPS history.
Find all the details of the project and purchase your paver here:
DADS’ CLUB NEWS + MORE PRIZES TO BE WON!
Our Dads’ Club has wrapped up the year with two successful events. The Brick Building Bonanza via Zoom was a great afternoon and lots of lucky children took home prizes.
The first annual Dads’ Club dinner was a fun night with over 50 Dads gathering for an evening of beer, pizza and raffles. The raffles raised just over $500 which will go towards Dads’ Club prizes for upcoming kids’ events and a donation to The Fathering Project.
And, just when you thought the fun was over for the year, the Dads’ Club has another event…
WPS Dads’ Club Holiday Fun Lego Building Competition
Details: Using your Lego/or similar bricks to build a dream home. Parents/carers are encouraged to participate.
Judging criteria: Imagination, the story behind your home, Technique, Age/skill level
Judges: Shaun Michaeil and local Lego club (selected members)
Due Date and Submission: Send photo and description/story to dadsclub@wpspandc.com.au by the end of the first week back at school, 29th January 2021
Prizes: $125 in vouchers to Amoeba toys - Northbridge Plaza for 1st, 2nd and 3rd entries. Prizes will be awarded 3 weeks after the due date
Questions/feedback, please email dadsclub@wpspandc.com.au
The role of NSG Convenor is vital for our Club. For 2021 we are splitting the role between 2 volunteers. We already have one volunteer and are urgently seeking a second NSG volunteer please.
ü Do you have a daughter (or two or three) who loves netball?
ü Will your daughter play NSG in 2021?
ü Are you organised & community-spirited?
ü Can you spare 1-2 hours a week during the season – from March to September 2021?
ü Can you devote an extra hour or 2, for just the start of the season in February 2021 to manage registrations, team placements, team lists, distribution of kit bags and co-ordination of training schedule etc.
ü Are you passionate about team sports like netball or maybe you’ve played it yourself – this is a bonus, NOT an essential criteria!
Unfortunately, if we are not able to fill this position, we may have to restrict our number of NSG teams. So, if you are keen to volunteer or find out more, please contact Zoi Barber (Netball Convenor) wpsnetballclub@gmail.com or Mel Fisher fishermc@bigpond.net.au
We need you for our young NSG players, so please volunteer to share this role if you can.
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Notification form - students not returning to WPS in 2021Please use this form to advise the school of any students who are not returning to Willoughby PS in 2021.
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Canteen orders with Flexischools - informationPlease see flyer attached
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At Willoughby Public School we have a number of students with a
LIFE THREATENING NUT / PEANUT ALLERGY.
WHAT DOES THIS MEAN?
Even a small trace of nut, peanut or nut/peanut product may trigger a severe allergic reaction called Anaphylaxis, which attacks the immune system leading potentially to death within minutes.
This reaction can happen by taste, touch and sometimes can be airborne. All of these students have access to an adrenaline injection in the form of an Epipen, which can save lives. Photo posters are displayed in the classrooms, canteen, staffroom, playground bags and sick bay for easy identification of these children.
Willoughby PS works with parents/carers to support students in developing an awareness of their allergies and what foods to avoid. Students are encouraged not to share food and to always check with a parent/adult/teacher if unsure at any time.
HOW CAN YOU HELP TO KEEP WPS STUDENTS SAFE?
Please help us by not including peanut or any nut products in your child’s lunchbox. This includes peanut butter and Nutella.
Please avoid products with any nuts/peanuts listed as an ingredient.
Explain about nut/peanut allergy to your child and encourage the ‘no food sharing’ rule.
Please consider what you are sending for birthday treats to share with the class, checking there are no nut products included.
The school canteen does not serve products containing nuts.
It is only with the continued support of all parents and staff that we can effectively maintain a safe school environment for these children.
Thank you for your understanding. We know you will want to support the school and these children.
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