Pigeon Post

2024 Volume 2 Issue 6

EVERYONE is welcome at our school!

Acknowledgement of Country...

Useful links can be found at end of this issue of the Pigeon Post...👇

Thank you for your understanding...

From the Principal's Desk...

KIDS GIVING BACK | A big shout out to Charlie & Lili...

School Holiday Programs...Book Now!

https://kidsgivingback.org/

Is your child able to help out during the July holidays?

NCCD

NCCD Parent/Carer letter

Download

Australian Government's Privacy Policy

https://www.education.gov.au/using-site/privacy

NCCD Portal

https://www.nccd.edu.au/

PLEASE KEEP THEM COMING! We're collecting plastic bottle lids for a special project. Please wash and dry instead of recycling. There is a collection box in the foyer, outside the office. Thanks so much for your help!

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The week that was...

Check out what we get up to each day. Head over to our Instagram account: @balmainps

To see what else we've been up to this week, head over to @balmainps!

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IF YOU SEE A COLOURED CIRCLE AROUND OUR SCHOOL LOGO, DON'T FORGET TO TAP ON IT, FOR OUR LATEST STORY...you've got to get in quickly, as it disappears after 24 hours!

SOME OF OUR STORIES ARE SAVED AS HIGHLIGHTS...

SPOTLIGHT ON...

6 BONGO!!!

Project That Shall Not Be Named | In 6 Bongo, we do a weekly lesson, where we get free rein to present and choose our topic. We get together in small groups, decide our topic and how we want to present it. My group of 4 are doing a play on Henry VIII’s six wives. At the end of each lesson, we get 5 minutes to reflect about what we did in the session and if we achieved what we wanted to. In our class, I can tell it is something we look forward to! - Arwen J

Some other topics being explored in 6B: different sculpting techniques; Medieval England; travelling around Europe; AFL; NRL; The Bombing of Hiroshima; Horror films; and The Black Death

3/2 ANTILOCAPRA!!!

The entire school was lucky enough to attend the 24th Biennale of Sydney's, 'Ten Thousand Suns' exhibit at White Bay Power Station. 3/2A had an amazing day. Hear all about it from Zoe! | At Ten Thousand Suns, the first thing I saw was Aboriginal videos; they were all in black and white. We saw lots of abstract paintings on the bottom level. As we walked up the stairs, the first thing that I saw were these four paintings. Each one of the paintings were one of our four house colours! We saw a video of a skeleton playing a trombone, with birds flying around him. The skeleton changed colour! We walked into a tent that had televisions and headphones; we each took turns and saw some cooking videos and a tour of the art place. Our favourite things: Dot - the stacked cushions because it looked amazing stacked up and that they didn't fall; Duke - skeleton with trombone because I liked the music that came out the artwork; Mia - The hanging masks from the ceiling, they had lots of detail and I took inspiration to make something myself; Lane - the umbrellas because they looked cool and they were very colourful; Adam - the Xbox because it was like looking through virtual reality goggles; Maxwell - the Xbox because I got to play on it and it was interactive; Mischa - my favourite thing was going through the world in the xbox gaming section; Abigail - I loved seeing all the art and the different colours; Charlie - the pillows that were stacked on top of each other because they looked like Oreos; Ash - I liked how we got to do a game because it was exciting; Sovereign - I liked the videos with headphones because it was people learning to drive a car. We look forward to our excursion later in the term to the Chau Chak Wing Museum to learn more about Egypt!

Positive Behaviour for Learning (PB4L)

Positive Behaviour for Learning (PB4L) Framework

https://balmain-p.schools.nsw.gov.au/content/dam/doe/sws/schools/b/balmain-p/pb4l/BPS__PB4L_Handbook__Updated_20_03_24.pdf

From the Office

PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU INFORM ANY EXTERNAL PROVIDERS, SUCH AS ‘DIRECTIONS IN MUSIC’, OF ACTIVITIES THAT MAY AFFECT YOUR CHILD’S ATTENDANCE AND PARTICIPATION, SUCH AS AN EXCURSION OR EVENT. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

If you wish to email your child's teacher, we kindly request that you DO NOT EMAIL their personal emails, as time-sensitive and/or important messages may not be seen and/or responded to on time. Please ONLY use the school's email address: balmain-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au. In the subject line, please type: 'ATT: name of teacher'. Teachers will attempt to respond within 2 working days. Thank you for your understanding.

The balmainps@gmail.com email address is no longer in use and not monitored. Please redirect your email to balmain-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au. Alternatively, contact the office on 9818 1177 during school office hours, 8:30am to 3:15pm Monday to Friday, throughout the school term.

***COMPASS IS OUR MAIN FORM OF COMMUNICATING WITH YOU***In case of urgent/important communication, notifications via the Compass app on your phone will keep you informed***

To ensure you receive all communication via Compass, please have the app downloaded on your phone, with the notifications turned ON.

Although the school pushes out notifications via the app and email, there may be times when an important message may be missed as emails may sometimes not be checked regularly.

If there were to be an emergency, (hopefully not), information would be pushed out via Compass.

Payments online

All online payments are now made using COMPASS.

Dropping something off?

Please label item/s with their full name and class.

Absences

Please use the Compass app to notify your child's teacher of their absence/s.

Kindy Parents/Carers

Sometimes children have 'accidents'. Where possible, we provide them with a clean dry change of clothes. Please keep spare underpants and socks in their bag, just in case.

Dropping off/collecting your child

If you are collecting your child early or dropping them off late, please come to the Office window on Eaton Street. Squeeze 'Charlie' the Chook and we will organise a note for the student.  Also, if you are dropping anything off for your child, please ensure all items are LABELLED with full name & class.

Change of address/contacts

If you have moved recently or changed Emergency Contacts or mobile numbers, please email the Office so details can be updated.

Financial Difficulties

If you are experiencing financial difficulties, please contact the office or Mrs Lambos.

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

MON 10 JUNE | KING'S BIRTHDAY


WED 19 JUNE | K-6 ATHLETICS CARNIVAL


FRI 5 JULY | LAST DAY OF TERM 2


FRI 5 JULY | SEMESTER ONE REPORTS AVAILABLE

via Compass

TUE 23 JULY | TERM 3 COMMENCES

students return today

Every TUESDAY | NUDE FOOD TUESDAY


Every FRIDAY (weather permitting) | AWARDS ASSEMBLY

Please leave your furry friends at home...

Every FRIDAY | Uniform Stall | ONLINE ONLY

Order items online here

The best way to order new uniforms is online and they will be delivered to children's classrooms each Friday morning.

Come to the uniform stall if you need to try items on for size.

Second Chance items are available 8:30-9am twice a term on Fridays. 2024 dates are:

Term 3: 2 August, 20 September

Term 4: 25 October, 13 December. 

Donations can be dropped into the tub near the office anytime. 

If you would like to volunteer to help, please either email us at balmainpsuniforms@gmail.com or sign up via the link

Order uniform items here...

https://bps-uniform-stall.square.site/

Every FRIDAY | The School Canteen: Special request for parents and carers to cancel their lunch orders if their child is not going to be at school for lunch, by texting 0416 786 603 with their child’s full name and class. In return, an sms will be sent back to confirm the order has been cancelled and all monies returned in full to the child’s Spriggy school account.


P&C...

Follow our P&C on Insta @balmainpspc

Every 1st WEDNESDAY (usually) of SCHOOL TERM | P&C Meeting @ 7pm | Online & In-person

  • 7 August
  • 4 September
  • 16 October
  • 6 November
  • 4 December

AWARDS

LEARN LIVE LEAD awards

K Deer - Ms A DavisJackson W-Mhis enthusiastic engagement and sensible choices during our Biennale excursion
K Jentinki - Ms L JennettIida Dworking hard during literacy rotations to master her sounds!
1/2 Javan Ruso - Ms J WalshTeddy Camazing effort in Investigations this week creating a model of Earth
1/2 Pampas Deer - Ms S ParsonsBiko T-Whis fantastic participation in reading groups this week
1/2 Warthog - Ms K WithersMiles Kbeing a superstar mathematician, who goes above and beyond in everything he does
3/2 Antilocapra - Mrs E ArchibaldMia Cshowing amazing self-confidence whilst delivering an engaging and well prepared speech
3/4 Elk - Mr G ElixBea Hwriting and presenting an engaging Multicultural Public Speaking speech with zest and panache!
3/4 Guanaco - Mrs L GoodridgeJasper Gdelivering his excellent speech with clarity and confidence, during the Multicultural Public Speaking Competition
5/4 Capreolinae - Ms A CooperLuca Sskilfully entertaining the class with his detailed plan for world domination
5/4 Springbok - Mr L SavilleLachie Chis persistence when creating a hybrid text on The Great Barrier Reef
5/6 Puku - Mrs A PitmanAki Pconsistently using his creativity to enhance his learning!
5/6 Royal Antelope - Ms R ReedyPanya Sher active role as a mentor and leader in the classroom
6 Bongo - Ms K BarcenillaKai McBhis engagement with his investigative learning and creating an impressive Tinkercad animation
Art K-2 - Mrs F BowmanJackson W-M KDthoughtful reflections and unbridled enthusiasm on our Biennale trip
Art 3-6 - Mrs F BowmanJasper M 3/4Ehis passionate approach to Visual Arts especially painting
Library K-2 - Ms M WhelanMjoli T KJlistening and asking questions in library
Library 3-6 - Ms M WhelanOliver H 3/4Eall the borrowing and reading he has done
Music K-2 - Mr T KimEmily K 1/2Jher consistent effort to be the best version of herself every lesson
Music 3-6 - Mr T KimSefer K 3/4Ghis constructive attitude towards music and his focus in class
PDHPE K-2 - Mr S BaumannFinn McG 1/2Jshowing kindness and inclusivity in sport
PDHPE 3-6 - Mr S BaumannEthan P 5/6Rreliably and, without reminder, collecting house points. True leadership!
STEAM K-2 - Mrs S LoxtonArina V 1/2Pher passion, focus and enthusiasm when selecting materials for her soundproof building
STEAM 3-6 - Mrs S LoxtonSefer K 3/4Gremaining positive when faced with a challenge during group work

POSITIVE BEHAVIOUR 4 LEARNING (PB4L) awards - RESPONSIBLE

KD - Ms A DavisFintan Aremaining positive when faced with a challenge during group work
KJ - Ms L JennettLuca F Lhis kindness and helpful nature, which brightens our classroom
1/2J - Ms J WalshDarcey Palways being a responsible member of our class and acting as a role model to her peers
1/2P - Ms S ParsonsLana Wtaking responsibility for her own learning by using her spelling dictionary in writing lessons
1/2W - Ms K WithersIvy Balways being a respectful and reliable member of our class
3/2A - Mrs E ArchibaldLeo Sreturning to BPS with a positive attitude and engagement in his learning
3/4E - Mr G ElixOlivia McIhelping out her friends and enthusiastic engagement during the Biennale excursion
3/4G - Mrs L GoodridgeSage Tbeing a great role model by consistently demonstrating respectful behaviour
5/4C - Ms A CooperAnya Bshowing honesty, positivity and reliability, every day!
5/4S - Mr L SavilleCamilla Khelping to maintain an organised classroom, and always being prepared for lessons
5/6P - Mrs A PitmanAdelaide Ltaking initiative to keep our classroom organised and inviting!
5/6R - Ms R ReedyEddie Ractively helping his teacher and peers during learning
6B - Ms K BarcenillaMarkus Amaking more positive choices and taking responsibility for his learning

House Points...

LAST WEEK'S RESULTS!
THIS WEEK'S WINNERS!
THIS WEEK'S RESULTS!

Best Class @ Assembly Award

no award due to inclement weather

NUDE FOOD TUESDAYS WEEKLY WINNER

no award due to inclement weather

Positive Pete Winners

This week's winners...

ES1 - Jackson W-M KD (absent); S1 - Esther T C 1/2j; S2 - Oliver H 3/4E; S3 - Jordy G 6B

PSSA

No PSSA due to inclement weather

COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARD

KIDS GIVING BACK

https://kidsgivingback.org/

...in alphabetical order

Balmain Public School website

https://balmain-p.schools.nsw.gov.au/

Comms - installing SkoolBag

https://www.skoolbag.com.au/installation-instructions/

Department of Education - Advice for families

https://education.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/advice-for-families

Digital Learning Packs - for isolating students

https://education.nsw.gov.au/teaching-and-learning/learning-from-home/learning-at-home/2022-digital-learning-packs/primary
Note: Please do not hand this work in to your child's teacher, as it will not be marked.

Enrolment information - website

https://balmain-p.schools.nsw.gov.au/about-our-school/enrolment.html

Enrolment - online application

https://ehub.enrol.education.nsw.gov.au/schoolenrolment/?schoolCode=7404

Extended leave - application form

https://balmain-p.schools.nsw.gov.au/content/dam/doe/sws/schools/b/balmain-p/Extended_Leave_Travel_notification.pdf
Please ensure you complete all sections of the form, as well as to include a travel itinerary.

Extra-curricular activities @ BPS

https://balmain-p.schools.nsw.gov.au/extra-curricular-activities.html

Friday lunch orders

https://app.spriggyschools.com.au/login

P&C page on school's website

https://balmain-p.schools.nsw.gov.au/p-c.html

P&C membership form

https://balmain-p.schools.nsw.gov.au/content/dam/doe/sws/schools/b/balmain-p/pandc/2022/BALMAIN_PS_PC_MEMBERSHIP_FORM.pdf

Positive Behaviour for Learning (PB4L) Framework

https://balmain-p.schools.nsw.gov.au/content/dam/doe/sws/schools/b/balmain-p/pb4l/BPS__PB4L_Handbook__Updated_20_03_24.pdf

UNIFORMS

Balmain Public School children are expected to wear full school uniform, including a school hat, every day. All children are required to wear full school uniform when representing the school on excursions, at sporting events or at cultural activities.

Uniform - online ordering

https://bps-uniform-stall.square.site/

Contact us

Est. 1860