ENewsletter

A Message from the Principal

Dear Parents, Carers, and Community,

It’s been a busy and exciting start to the term at Plattsburg, and I’m proud to share some of the fantastic learning and community highlights from across our school.

Sounds Write Literacy Program – Now in K-3

Our implementation of the Sounds Write program has officially begun in Kindergarten to Year 3 classrooms. This structured phonics approach is already making a positive impact, and we look forward to seeing continued success in literacy as students grow in confidence and skill.

Explicit Teaching in Action

Explicit Teaching continues across all classrooms, and it’s been fantastic to hear from our dedicated staff about the positive responses from students. The clarity and structure of this approach are helping every learner to thrive and stay engaged.

Maths Reviews Coaching Rounds

Our talented Assistant Principals Curriculum and Instruction (APCIs) will begin Maths Reviews coaching rounds over the next two weeks. This is a great opportunity to further support staff and ensure our numeracy programs continue to build strong mathematical thinkers.

'Spotted'

Our ‘Spotted’ program is still going strong in both the classroom and playground. We’re so proud of our students who continue to demonstrate our school values each and every day.

Awards

A reminder to students—please bring in your award certificates linked to our school values when you reach the following milestones so we can celebrate your achievements:

3 certificates – Merit Award
6 certificates – Bronze Award
9 certificates – Silver Award
12 certificates – Gold Award

Parent and Carer Communication

Please continue to stay connected with us through our online communication platforms. If you need any assistance accessing these tools, don’t hesitate to reach out to the front office. We’re here to help.

Parent-Teacher Interviews – Wednesday 21st May

Parent-Teacher Interviews are scheduled for Wednesday, 21st May from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in the library. Bookings are now open. If you need help booking a time, please feel free to pop into the office and we’ll be happy to assist.

Thank You – Do it for Dolly Day & Mother’s Day Breakfast

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported Do it for Dolly Day on Thursday—your kindness and compassion help us create a safe and inclusive community.Also, a big thank you to all the wonderful mothers and carers who joined us for our Mother’s Day Breakfast—it was a lovely morning filled with smiles and warm conversations.

Zone Cross Country Success

Congratulations to all of our students who represented Plattsburg at the Zone Cross Country at Federal Park on Friday. We are incredibly proud of your effort, determination, and sportsmanship.As always, thank you for your continued support and for keeping those important conversations going with your child about their learning and wellbeing.

Regards,

Dave Hopson

Relieving PrincipalPlattsburg Public School

Highschool Enrolement 2026

Unfortunately the EOI portal has now closed and if you would like to enrol your child into high school at Callaghan College Wallsend Campus, you must enrol online via this link https://ehub.enrol.education.nsw.gov.au/login. and attached all supporting documents. Please enrol as soon as possible to secure your place at CCWC.

Parent Teacher Interviews

Semester 1 2025 Parent Teacher Interviews

You are invited to meet with your child’s teacher to discuss your child’s progress.

Parent teacher interviews for the following classes will be held on Wednesday 21st May 2025.

KB – Miss Bailey

K/1C – Mrs Cole and Miss Charlotte

1/2RM – Miss Rebecca and Mr Mudie

1/2W – Miss Williams

2/3L – Miss Logan

3/4LT – Miss Lauren and Miss Thompson

5/6H – Mr Henderson5/6B - Mr Bryant

These interviews are an opportunity to discuss your child’s progress so far this year. Appointments will be available between 3:10pm and 6:00pm. These interviews are strictly for 10 minutes in duration. If you require a longer interview to discuss more specific concerns about your child’s progress, please contact your child’s teacher for an alternate interview time.

Bookings will open on Wednesday 7th May 2025 at 9:00am.

To book your interview, please go to your Sentral Parent Portal (https://plattsburgps.sentral.com.au/auth/portal).

If you have misplaced your Parent Portal login or require assistance, please contact the school. Bookings for these interviews close on Monday 19th May 2025 at 5:00pm.

Thank you!

Walk Safely To School

Please join us on Friday 16th May, 8:30 a.m. to Walk Safely to School. Meet at the Rotunda, Corner of Nelson, Tyrell and Harris Streets.

Parents and / or carers must be in attendance to walk with their children and PPS staff.

Asphalt Area Closed

We would like to inform you that starting Monday, 12th May, half of our asphalt area will be undergoing re-concreting works. This section will be out of action for approximately one to two weeks. The area will be securely fenced off by qualified construction workers to ensure the safety of all students and staff.

This is a great outcome for our school and will certainly improve our school environment.

All students have been notified of these changes. During this period, recess and lunch play will be in the Gully. Please remind your children of this arrangement and encourage them to speak with their teachers if they have any questions or concerns.

If you have any questions regarding these works, please do not hesitate to contact the school.Thank you for your understanding and support.

Mother's Day Breakfast

Do It For Dolly Day

Thursday Plattsburg wore blue for Do It For Dolly Day.

Do It For Dolly Day is a day dedicated to bringing the community together, spreading kindness and uniting in taking a stand against bullying.

Thank you to our guest speaker Matilda for returning to Plattsy to share the impacts of bullying.

Thank you to our parents, carers and students for your support.

Plattsy Spotted

This program works alongside our well-established school values, encouraging and recognising positive behaviour throughout our school.

All staff will be on the lookout for students who demonstrate our school values in their actions and interactions. When spotted, students will receive a Plattsy Spotted slip, which will contribute towards a positive end-of-term reward!

Community Reminder: Please encourage your children to uphold our school values of Respect, Independence, Empathy and Connecting—our staff are keeping an eye out for Plattsy Spotted moments every day!