Drummoyne Public School

Dear Drummoyne PS Community,

Student Leadership Positions 2025

I’m pleased to share the results of, and some thoughts on, our prefect and house captain speeches and elections this week. It was inspiring to see so many of our students step up and put themselves forward for these roles, delivering mature and thoughtful speeches. Their courage, commitment and sense of responsibility shone through and it was evident how much each student valued the opportunity to serve their peers and school community.

What made the experience even more memorable was the way Year 5 students supported each other when the successful candidates were announced. It was a moment of genuine camaraderie and respect, reflecting the strong values we encourage at Drummoyne Public School.

In speaking to all our Year 5 candidates, I encouraged them to continue leading in their own unique ways, regardless of whether they wear a badge or hold a formal title. Leadership is about making a positive impact and there will be numerous other opportunities next year for them to demonstrate these qualities. I look forward to seeing each of them continue to grow, contribute and make a difference as they step into Year 6.

It was a pleasure to welcome our 2025 Kindergarten students and their families for the first of three orientation mornings on Thursday. The excitement and warmth shared by everyone highlighted the importance of belonging and community here at Drummoyne Public School. These early days are about more than just introductions - they’re the beginning of building a strong, supportive environment where each child and family feels a true sense of belonging. We look forward to fostering these connections in the upcoming sessions, ensuring that every child feels at home and embraced by our school community as they prepare for an exciting year in Kindergarten.

P&C Disco TONIGHT!

Speaking of community, I’m excited to attend my first Drummoyne Public School disco this evening and I look forward to seeing many of you there. It’s always wonderful to be part of these school events and share in the fun with our students and families.

Regards,

John Nguyen​

Principal 

E: john.nguyen34@det.n​sw.edu.au 

If during the year, families receive documents such as Court Orders, reports from health care professionals and the like, please provide a copy to the office so that we can stay up to date with any changes to your child’s circumstances.

Dianne Colb

Deputy Principal

The students in 3/4A have been reading 'Our Dreaming,' a story about an echidna who tells stories about the Dreamtime and creation.

They were inspired to create their own artworks of Australian animals and birds using watercolours. 

• Maya F - 1/2A
• Evie K - 1/2D
• Mirana R - 1/2D
• Lily T - 1/2D
• Marlow C-L - 1/2J
• Aryana A - 1/2P

• Sasha L-D - KW
• Charlotte G - 1/2A
• Cody K - 1/2A
• Kira C - 1/2J
• Tiara R - 1/2J
• Samantha Y - 1/2J
• Evelyn O - 1/2K
• Ava S - 1/2M

Resilience awards - Bretty says congratulations to:

• Chanel DSE - 1/2A
• Anabel O - 1/2A
• Rastin A - 1/2D
• Jack W - 1/2D
• Eve H-S - 1/2K
• Nathan Q - 1/2P

Mr Nguyen says congratulations to:

• Tiara R - 1/2J - Respect
• Juno L - 1/2P - Respect
• Evie K - 1/2D - Responsibility
• Kira C - 1/2J - Responsibility
• Nathan Q - 1/2P - Resilience

Year 5 students have been participating in a Leadership program as part of the Personal Development and Health curriculum. They have engaged in structured activities, highlighting the qualities required to be a successful leader in Year 6.

This week, 18 Student Prefect nominees spoke to students in Years 3, 4 and 5 at a special assembly as to why they would make excellent prefects in 2025. Students and teachers then voted via secret ballot online for four boys and four girls.

Well done to all our nominees and congratulations to the following students who will be our Student Prefects for 2025: Elizabeth Windmiller, Maeve O'Brien, Ella Cleave, Delilah Fletcher, Oliver Bernia, Hamilton Brierty, Jake Luciano & Isaac Navendra. 

The selection process continues next week for the rest of the leadership positions and leaders will be presented with their badges at the induction assembly on Tuesday 26 November.

This term the SRC are holding Nude Food Tuesdays. Please send your children to school on Tuesdays with food that is not wrapped or packaged.

So what is Nude food? 

Nude food is food that is not wrapped or packaged in any form of plastic or foil including cling wrap, foil, polymer, aluminium etc. These wraps are used for packaging chips and other snack foods and can also be used to wrap lunch box items such as sandwiches.

The diagram above shows some of the results from the 'Food and Waste Lunchbox' data for our school which was collected last term. We were shocked to see that 61.8 litres of waste per day ends up in landfill.

So why Nude Food?

In an effort to reduce the amount of landfill the Environmental Leaders, with the support of the SRC, would like to re-ignite Nude Food each Tuesday until Week 9.

SRC class reps will be checking in with their classmates at eating time and the start of recess to record who has brought food that is not in packaging (something they have to throw out).

Please support your child(ren) to bring a Nude lunch and recess tomorrow. This will go a long way to help reduce the landfill waste at DPS.

Many thanks,

Joanna, Phillipa and Phoebe S

On behalf of the Environmental Leaders

Are you curious about what ethics classes are all about? Primary Ethics is hosting an online info session on Friday, 15th of November (Term 4, Week 5). It's a great chance to see how classes run, what students learn, and why it’s such a valuable program for kids. Whether you're interested in volunteering or just want to know more, come along!

https://events.humanitix.com/copy-of-discover-primary-ethics-empowering-young-minds

Stage 3 have been given the opportunity to improve their cricket skills and participate in a Gala Day run by Cricket NSW - coordinated by Aaron Hadley, the brother of one of our kindergarten students Milla. 

They have also offered Drummoyne PS a unique opportunity to have a 'VIP' area under our school marquee for the evening match between Sydney Thunder and Perth Scorchers. 

As well as a fun day down at the park, two lucky students will be chosen to do the bat toss at the start of the match. How exciting!! 

Get down to Drummoyne Oval and throw your support behind the Thunder and let's aim to fill up the DPS area next Tuesday 12th November. 

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Amanda Champion 

Applications are now open for 2025 School Student Transport Scheme (SSTS) travel. Students in the Opal network applying for an Opal card (including a Term Bus Pass) for the first time will receive their School Opal card at their nominated postal address from mid-January 2025.Students who require a School Opal card or travel pass but have not yet applied need to apply or update their details as soon as possible.

In the Opal network, students should travel with a Child/Youth Opal card until they receive their valid School Opal card. If outside Greater Sydney, parents should contact their local bus operator to discuss their travel needs. Students/parents should confirm with their nominated operator if they do not receive a pass.

Terms of Use

Students using School Opal cards must tap on and tap off in line with the Opal terms of use.This includes travel within the approved times between 6.30am and 7.00pm from Monday to Friday on school days only. Students must use their Child/Youth Opal card for any travel outside these times.All students are required to comply with the Student code of conduct. The code of conduct aims to ensure the safety and well-being of school children and other passengers. It is important that parents ensure their child is aware of this, as failure to comply with the code of conduct can result in a suspension from travel.

Everyone who's pitched in on any P&C events, class parents, canteen or uniform shop is welcome to come along and get together for an end of year catch up.

Save the date Wednesday 27th November in the evening. Time and venue details to follow.

From Term 4 the uniform shop will be open for face to face sales on Wednesday mornings from 9am - 10am.

All uniform shop orders are now to be placed on Flexischools.

If you need to contact the uniform shop volunteers please email:

After having three children at DPS and spending many, many years of volunteering for us, Nadda's youngest child will be finishing year 6 this year and heading off to high school.

We are looking for volunteers who can spare half an hour to an hour each week to come in and help package up any online uniform orders, open up for face to face sales or sort through 2nd hand items etc. The job is very flexible, can be done any day of the week. Come alone or bring a friend and join our small but fun team. 

We would love to train volunteers during term 4 to take over from Nadda when she leaves. Please contact the school office if you would like any more information.or email: 

The P&C Uniform Shop Committee

Job Vacancy

Are you passionate about nutritious food and creating a welcoming atmosphere? The P&C are looking for an enthusiastic school Canteen Assistant to work in our vibrant canteen! This is a paid position.

Our wonderful Catherine will be leaving to move interstate at the end of this year. Our new Canteen assistant will start in Term 1, 2025 working in a job share role, 4 days a week (varied hours) during school term.

The role will be well supported by our Canteen Manager, Eugenie, and the P&C Canteen Committee.

A detailed job description is available on request. Applications close 22nd November, Apply today!

Dear Parents & Carers,

Eugenie will need volunteers on Thursdays to be able to have lunches ready on time. If no volunteers are available, the only alternative will be to cut back the amount of orders for each item so it will be manageable. We thank you for your understanding.

Thank you to student helpers Zara & Joseph.

NEXT SUSHI DAY is Tuesday 3rd December.

Orders are live. Log in to your account. Click on ORDER. Scroll to the bottom. Click SUSHI Pre Order.

The cut-off for Sushi is Monday 2nd December 10:00 am.

We are trialling 30 min time slots for volunteering on Thursdays and Fridays.

NOVEMBER: VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Thursday 17th......9:30am -10:00am.......1         10;00AM-10:30AM......1           10:30AM-11:00AM.....1       11:00AM-11:30am.....1       11:30am-12:00pm……1

Friday 18th......9:30am -10:00am.......1         10;00AM-10:30AM......1           10:30AM-11:00AM.....1       11:00AM-11:30am.....2       

Canteen and P&C Committee

To Volunteer

• Log in to Flexischools account.
• Click on NEWSFEED
• Click on VOLUNTEER IN CANTEEN and click on the word here.

If you need to pay for an emergency lunch:

• Log in to Flexischools.
• Select the next available date to pay.
• Select the IOU option.
• Select money denominations equal to money owing.
• Add to basket.
• Pay - so easy!!

To book Gowrie NSW - enrolment forms can be found on the Gowrie website:

https://www.gowriensw.com.au/out-of-hours-care/drummoyne-and-stmarks

Contact Rekkha for more information on 0436 616 744.

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