Winston Hills Public School Newsletter

Year 4 Camp 

Last week, our Year 4 students went on a camp to Narrabeen. Although the weather was not perfect, the students had a great time. Thank you to Mrs Wood, Mr Newcombe, Miss Lee, Miss Russell and Mrs Riddell for supporting this great opportunity for our students. 

Dear School Community,

As we pass the halfway point of Term 3, I want to take a moment to acknowledge the incredible efforts and positive spirit we’ve seen throughout our school. Whether it’s in the classroom, the playground, or during school events, it’s clear that our students are growing not only in knowledge but also in empathy, resilience, and confidence. This term, we’ve had some wonderful conversations during wellbeing check-ins about managing stress, staying positive, and setting personal goals. It’s been inspiring to see students becoming more aware of their feelings and learning how to support both themselves and each other. A thought for the Week: "You don’t have to do big things to make a big difference. "Every small step counts". Let’s continue reminding our young people that their actions, words, and attitudes matter every day. As always, my door is open. If you or your child would like someone to talk to, are seeking emotional, mental, or spiritual support, or simply need a quiet space to reflect, I am here. I can be reached at Dawn.Tan2@det.nsw.edu.au and am available for chats on Monday and Tuesday mornings. Let’s continue walking together with kindness, compassion, and hope as we support one another through the rest of the term.

Warm regards,

Dawn Tan

School Chaplain

Dawn.Tan2@det.nsw.edu.au

Band News

Our next event for Performance Band is coming up soon at the Hills Performing Arts Festival on Thursday 28th August. The band have been working hard to perfect their pieces, including The Man from Snowy River and Wombat Shuffle.

Reminders to Performance Band parents ahead of this event: · Please contact us at bandwhps@gmail.com to advise if your child is sick and will not be attending.

· Children should wear a black T-shirt, long black pants, black socks and black shoes. Children will be given the band polo shirt to wear over the top of their T-shirt. It is a good idea to bring a jacket to wear backstage.

· Don’t forget your instrument and music. Your child may also wish to bring a snack, water bottle, and something quiet to do backstage (e.g. book, small non-electronic game).

· Make sure your child has eaten dinner before arrival at the theatre.

· Please arrive on time at 6pm at the Evan Theatre Penrith located in Penrith Panthers Rugby League Club. Meet your child’s teacher in the foyer. The children will then be taken to a waiting area, where no parents are permitted.

· The performance time is 7pm.

· The event finishes at 9pm. You will not be able to collect your children until the end of the event. Students will assemble for collection at a designated area for our school. Please make sure you have marked off your child’s name before leaving.

Questions about the band program can be directed to the band committee by emailing bandwhps@gmail.com.

P&C News

Congratulations to our Vice President - Sally Ryan

Congratulations once again to our amazing Vice President, Sally Ryan for receiving the NSW Public School Parent and Volunteer of the Year Award at the Public Education Week Ceremony. We thank Sally for all her service at the school, we could not successfully run our P&C without you.

Father’s Day Stall - 5 September

The P&C will be hosting the annual Father’s Day Stall on Friday 5 September. Gifts that are available will range from $2 - $10. Each student will be allowed to purchase a max of 2 gifts. Please send cash and a bag with your child so they can purchase some goodies for dad/granddad or a loved one. Please note the stall will only accept cash payments.

If you would like to volunteer at the stall please don’t hesitate to reach out to whps.fundraiser@gmail.com 

K-2 Athletics Carnival - Sausage Sizzle - 18 September

The P&C will also be hosting a sausage sizzle at the upcoming K-2 Athletics Carnival on the 18 September. This is an opportunity for children and spectators to have something yummy to eat as well as learn a bit more about what the P&C does for the school. Multiple P&C representatives will be at the carnival cooking up a storm!

Pre-order for your child/children today! via the following link https://www.trybooking.com/DEVXT 

Spectators will be able to purchase items for themselves using cash or card on the day. 

Funds raised will go towards resourcing initiatives for the benefit of our school community.

Once again, if you would like to volunteer at the stall please don’t hesitate to reach out to whps.fundraiser@gmail.com 

Next Meeting – 9 September 2025

Come join us on the 9 September at 6:30 PM in the school staffroom and hear updates from our Treasurer, Uniform Shop, Band Committee and Fundraising Committee.

Join the P&C - Membership Form

If you would like to join the P&C please use the following QR Code to complete our membership form. We ask that members complete a bank transfer to pay their $1 membership fee.